Sketch Poetry
Poetry read in a fitting setting, by teacher and poet of no great renown: Joe Riley.
Great poems from a range of eras read aloud in a place that befits them. No lectures, not too many long words or academic pretence; a chance to sketch out how a poem reaches your heart.
Want me to sketch a poem? sketchpoet1@gmail.com
Podcasting since 2024 • 7 episodes
Sketch Poetry
Latest Episodes
Remember-Christina Rossetti
'Remember me when I am gone awayGone far away into the silent land'Joe takes an early autumn walk and remembers his wonderful father. This episode is a bit emotional, so tread with care but hopefully it brings some solace.
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26:15
Wind-Ted Hughes
'This house has been far out at sea all night'Hold onto your hat, it's a bit breezy. Joe goes for a stroll in the wind and explores this cracker from Ted Hughes.N.B: I dropped my daughter off before I went up the big hill, fear ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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19:10
Meditation on the A30-John Betjeman
'A man on his own in a car'This week: Joe braves the A3O on his own, on a bike! Listen to his thoughts on JB's Meditation on the A30.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:04