What happens when poetry goes commercial? Or rather, what happens when you push poetry into the commercial so hard, it comes out the other side? Dr Hawthorne, Professor Ashford and Dr Whitfield take a deep look at the commercial realities (and dangers) of poetry as they pay tribute to this month’s tragic losses. Join us as we discover what commercialization really means to something as fragile as 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 selling something.

What happens when poetry goes commercial? Or rather, what happens when you push poetry into the commercial so hard, it comes out the other side? Dr Hawthorne, Professor Ashford and Dr Whitfield take a deep look at the commercial realities (and dangers) of poetry as they pay tribute to this month’s tragic losses. Join us as we discover what commercialization really means to something as fragile as 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 selling something.

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Souvenirs During TV Ad Breaks with the Calder Street Boys

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Poetry Slam, Dr Hawthorne and Professor Ashford invite Slam veteran Celeste Navarro to join them to pay tribute to this month’s tragic poets. Join us as we discover the true history of Slam, how it’s evolved and where it’s going. 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 just scores zero points.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Poetry Slam, Dr Hawthorne and Professor Ashford invite Slam veteran Celeste Navarro to join them to pay tribute to this month’s tragic poets. Join us as we discover the true history of Slam, how it’s evolved and where it’s going.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 just scores zero points.

The Windy City Lives Below the Sea as the Glacier Cracks on Television

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.

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.

The Compound Name for Ants in Japan is Floor Monks

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.

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.

The bard is seasonally flat-packed in miniature bottles

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.

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. 

Cavemen Ponder Love on Trains Hidden in Code

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.

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. 

Leather Armchairs, Air Fryers, Selkies and Cheese

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.

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. 

Clocks Are Frozen Ghosts Ticking Endlessly

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.

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. 

No Snow for Lonely Warriors and Burlesque Jesus Christmas Movies

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.

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.

New Loves and Last Verses Fold the Roundabout with Blueberries

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.

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. 

In the Mind of the Monster

This month, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne discuss poets with multiple careers and the passion their occupations can bring to their words. Warning, this episode may contain a disturbing message from the Bay Bard Butcher himself. 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 just sometimes works multiple jobs.

This month, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne discuss poets with multiple careers and the passion their occupations can bring to their words. Warning, this episode may contain a disturbing message from the Bay Bard Butcher himself.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 just sometimes works multiple jobs.

Butchers of Linked In Sing of Earthquakes, Bugs and Bookseller Snobs

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne return to their obituaries and bring you an homage to the dead. As the Bay Bard Butcher seems to be expanding his territory, they discuss the healing power of verse. 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—sometimes it slowly stalks you.

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne return to their obituaries and bring you an homage to the dead. As the Bay Bard Butcher seems to be expanding his territory, they discuss the healing power of verse. 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—sometimes it slowly stalks you.

Dead Animals are Colourful When Associated with Villanelles About Naked Anger

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne and their regular companion, Dr Jasper Whitfield, pay tribute to the legacy of one poet who had a profound impact on their own poetry, Laura Bennett. 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 legacy goes on.

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne and their regular companion, Dr Jasper Whitfield, pay tribute to the legacy of one poet who had a profound impact on their own poetry, Laura Bennett.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 legacy goes on.

Laura's Legacy Looms Large

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne and their regular companion, Dr Jasper Whitfield, pay tribute to even more dead poets, continue to investigate the Bay Bard Butcher and look at how poetry can be even bigger than the poets themselves. 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 just sometimes edited.

In this month's episode, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne and their regular companion, Dr Jasper Whitfield, pay tribute to even more dead poets, continue to investigate the Bay Bard Butcher and look at how poetry can be even bigger than the poets themselves.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 just sometimes edited.

Drink in the Shoes to Edit the Nonsense of Jackdaws and Pantomime Parents

This month, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne, with the help of forensic literary detectives, may ave discovered a poetic serial killer. While also paying tribute to this month's dead poets, they look closely at events in the Southwest of England and stress caution for anyone with literary ambitions living in that area. 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—even if murderers may be afoot.

This month, Prof Ashford and Dr Hawthorne, with the help of forensic literary detectives, may ave discovered a poetic serial killer. While also paying tribute to this month's dead poets, they look closely at events in the Southwest of England and stress caution for anyone with literary ambitions living in that area. 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—even if murderers may be afoot.

Bastards of Dartmoor Make Recipes for Micro Epic Poetry for Dictators

Jonathan Ashford and Eleanor Hawthorne celebrate the legacies of recently departed poets. In each episode, they delve into the lives, works, and unique voices of these literary luminaries, blending heartfelt tributes with insightful analysis.

Jonathan Ashford and Eleanor Hawthorne celebrate the legacies of recently departed poets. In each episode, they delve into the lives, works, and unique voices of these literary luminaries, blending heartfelt tributes with insightful analysis. 

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