Lois P. Jones

The Title Drop ~ Episode 1 with Ariana Benson

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Get ready for The Title Drop , the new series where we peel back the layers beneath the titles of the most compelling collections in contemporary poetry! Why are poetry titles the conversation everyone is dying to join? Because a title like Black Pastoral is more than just a label—it is a portal into a world of "lived lives" where the past and present collide. In our premiere episode, host Lois P. Jones dives deep with award-winning poet-storyteller Ariana Benson to discuss her celebrated debut. Discover how a title captures the heart of a collection that both honors the landscape and reclaims...

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Lois P. Jones

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Arts

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www.loispjones.com

Seneste episode

19. maj 2026

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The Title Drop - Episode 2, Joseph Fasano's The Last Song of the World 19.05.2026 18:22

The conversation delves into the transformative power of poetry, exploring themes of art, tyranny, hope, and the role of poetry in raising consciousness. Joseph Fasano's work is discussed in the context of Lorca's influence, the physical and spiritual in poetry, and the democratization of poetry through 'The Magic Words'. Takeaways Poetry as an incarnation of body and spirit The transformative pow...

The Title Drop - Episode 1, Ariana Benson's Black Pastoral 08.04.2026 19:27

The conversation delves into the exploration of the paradoxical relationship between black history and the natural world, as well as the use of semantics and layered nuances in poetry. It also covers the realization of history and land, teaching and storytelling, and the title and organization of the book. Takeaways Exploring the paradoxical relationship between black history and the natural world...