the muttering retreat

We are the poets who don't know anything, two lovers of language on a quest to read and discuss poems from week to week in casual conversation that counters the idea of poetry as intimidating, unapproachable, or reserved for the select few.

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Episodes

The Muttering Retreat Ep. 4: W.B. Yeats

Yeats! The poets who don't know anything return to discuss "The Fascination of What's Difficult," acting, and perfectionism.

Aug 31, 2018•35 min

The Muttering Retreat Ep. 3: Wallace Stevens

In this third episode, we dive into a summertime discussion of The Emperor of Ice Cream by Wallace Stevens.

Aug 03, 2018•37 min

The Muttering Retreat Ep. 2: Emily Dickinson

In episode two we dive into a pair of Dickinson poems; join us on our visit to the mermaids in the basement.

Jul 23, 2018•42 min

The Muttering Retreat Ep. 1: John Donne

Listen in as we talk our way through poems from week to week, in a casual, welcoming conversation. First up: The Sun Rising, by John Donne!

Jun 15, 2018•41 min

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