83 Episodes

  1. Tired by Langston Hughes

    Published: 8/23/2022
  2. Torn by Ada Limón

    Published: 8/8/2022
  3. Meditations In An Emergency by Frank O' Hara

    Published: 7/19/2022
  4. The Yearner by Rachel Long

    Published: 6/27/2022
  5. Since Feeling Is First by E.E. Cummings

    Published: 6/9/2022
  6. Sceimhle by Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill

    Published: 4/20/2022
  7. Outrageous by Stephen Sexton

    Published: 2/9/2022
  8. The Courage of Shutting Up by Sylvia Plath

    Published: 12/1/2021
  9. Halloween Special 2021

    Published: 10/29/2021
  10. To Autumn by John Keats

    Published: 10/21/2021
  11. at half eleven in the Mutton Lane in, I am fire, slaughter, dead starlings by Doireann Ní Ghríofa

    Published: 9/29/2021
  12. Two Reflections by Seán Hewitt

    Published: 8/26/2021
  13. Fame by Charlotte Mew

    Published: 8/6/2021
  14. Gravity and Center by Henri Cole

    Published: 7/8/2021
  15. Ghazal by Mimi Khalvati

    Published: 6/15/2021
  16. Laertes

    Published: 5/26/2021
  17. Never to Dream of Spiders

    Published: 5/13/2021
  18. Tired

    Published: 4/21/2021
  19. I Give You Back

    Published: 4/7/2021
  20. Epic

    Published: 3/24/2021

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Are you curious about poetry but find it a bit intimidating? Tune into Words that Burn, the podcast that aims to demystify poetry, one captivating poem at a time.Hosted by Ben, an Irish poetry enthusiast, this podcast takes a closer look at the world of poetic expression and technique.Each episode offers a comprehensive analysis of a selected poem, exploring the poet's biography, the cultural and historical backdrop, and the literary techniques that make these works profoundly moving.Whether you're a seasoned poetry aficionado or a curious beginner, Words that Burn provides an engaging and approachable way to enhance your appreciation and understanding of poetry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.