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[encore] 915: Who Among You Knows the Essence of Garlic? by Garrett Hongo
Apr 16, 2025•6 min
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Today’s poem is Who Among You Knows the Essence of Garlic? by Garrett Hongo.
The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. We're currently taking a break and will be back soon with new episodes. This week, we’re revisiting some favorites from Major’s time as host. Today’s episode was originally released on July 6, 2023.
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