• The Compound Name for Ants in Japan is Floor Monks
    May 19 2026

    These days, AI is all around us, and in the right hands, it can be a force for good. Join Dr Hawthorne and Professor Ashford as they experience for the first time Eloquencia, Dr Jasper Whitfield's AI Agent that can translate a poet's performance into any other language, allowing poetry to be more accessible.


    Whether you're curious about poetry or or simply looking for a mildly entertaining distraction, join Eleanor and Jonathan as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—sometimes it's just needs translating.

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    24 mins
  • The bard is seasonally flat-packed in miniature bottles
    Apr 19 2026

    The dead of a poet is always a sad occasion, but this month Dr Hawthorne and Prof Ashford look at four poets who tried to bring joy and light into the world through their comedy-poetry.


    Whether you're curious about poetry or or simply looking for a mildly entertaining distraction, join Eleanor and Jonathan as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—sometimes it's just having a laugh.

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    25 mins
  • Cavemen Ponder Love on Trains Hidden in Code
    Mar 20 2026

    This month, Dr Hawthorne and Prof Ashford take a deep dive into the world of "Outsider Poetry," shining a light on poets who had a passion to express themselves, but had limited to no exposure to the poetic craft.


    Whether you're curious about poetry or as desperately seeking reassurance that you are not alone, join Eleanor and Jonathan as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—it's just sometimes accidentally stumbled upon.

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    22 mins
  • Leather Armchairs, Air Fryers, Selkies and Cheese
    Feb 20 2026

    In this episode, Dr Hawthorne is back and, together with Prof Ashford and Dr Whitfield, they mourn the loss of an old colleague and friend, who may have very well been the inspiration behind the podcast. So join the whole gang as they look at the meaning of language and how each poetry lover processes things in their own way.


    Whether you're curious about poetry or as desperately seeking reassurance that you are not alone, join Eleanor and Jonathan as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—sometimes it's just misconstrued.

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    22 mins
  • Clocks Are Frozen Ghosts Ticking Endlessly
    Jan 20 2026

    In this episode, Dr Hawthorne is unwell, but Prof Ashford rings in the new year with the help of his friends, discussing the poetic implications of time.


    Whether you're feeling down about the dreariness of January or just curious about the impact that verse can have on us all, join Jonathan and friends as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—sometimes it echoes through time.

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    23 mins
  • No Snow for Lonely Warriors and Burlesque Jesus Christmas Movies
    Dec 20 2025

    In this festive episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne pay tribute to the poets that died this month and their Holiday themes poems, proving once again the power of the written word.


    Whether you're a lover of all things Christmas or just curious about the impact that verse can have on us all, join Jonathan and Eleanor as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—sometimes it’s just lost in a winter wonderland.

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    26 mins
  • New Loves and Last Verses Fold the Roundabout with Blueberries
    Nov 20 2025

    Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne are back discussing poets who strived to make the world a brighter place.


    Whether you're a seasoned poetry lover or just curious about the power of verse, join Jonathan and Eleanor as they honor the beauty of words and the artists who crafted them, reminding us that poetry never truly dies—it's inspiration echoes on for future generations.

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    21 mins
  • In the Mind of the Monster
    Oct 19 2025

    This month, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne hand over the podcast to Alex Morgan and True Crime podcast In the Mind of the Monster to bring you a chilling update about the Bay Bard Butcher.


    If you've been following along with the killing spree that had plagued the poets of Torbay, you won't want to miss this episode.

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    21 mins