Art and Verse

Art & Verse Podcast - January 15, 2025: Martin Luther King Jr., Molière, Edward Teller & Featured Poem by Ken Tomaro

Show Notes:Welcome to Art & Verse! On January 15th, we’re celebrating: * Martin Luther King Jr. (b. 1929), civil rights leader whose nonviolent activism and iconic speeches continue to inspire equality movements worldwide. * Molière (b. 1622), legendary French playwright known for timeless comedies like Tartuffe and The Misanthrope. * Edward Teller (b. 1908), physicist known as the “father of the hydrogen bomb,” whose work in nuclear energy remains a topic of debate. Today’s featured poem is “He Asked the Wrong Question” by Ken Tamaro. Tamaro discovered poetry later in life and quickly made a name for himself, with his work appearing in literary journals, podcasts, and on his YouTube channel, Screaming Down the Poetic Highway. If you'd like your original work featured on the show, email us at ⁠artandversepod@gmail.com⁠.Support this indie podcast by joining us on Patreon! For just $5 a month, you’ll receive a hand-typed poem delivered to your door. Visit Patreon.com/ArtandVerse to learn more. Thanks for listening! Until next time—be well and stay inspired.

Art & Verse Podcast - January 14, 2025: Albert Schweitzer, Faye Dunaway, Hugh Lofting & Featured Poem by Emily Dickinson

Welcome to Art & Verse! I’m Heather Arrington, and on January 14th, we’re celebrating: * Albert Schweitzer (b. 1875), Nobel Prize-winning humanitarian and founder of a hospital in Africa. * Faye Dunaway (b. 1941), acclaimed actress known for iconic films like Bonnie and Clyde and Network. * Hugh Lofting (b. 1886), author of the beloved Dr. Doolittle series, enchanting readers with tales of a doctor who could talk to animals. Today’s featured poem is “Hope is the Thing with Feathers” by Emily Dickinson, a timeless reflection on resilience and optimism, now in the public domain. If you'd like your original work featured on the show, email us at artandversepod@gmail.com. Support this indie podcast by joining us on Patreon! For just $5 a month, you’ll receive a hand-typed poem delivered to your door. Visit Patreon.com/ArtandVerse to learn more. Thanks for listening! Until next time—be well and stay inspired.

Art & Verse Podcast - January 13, 2025: Horatio Alger, Michael Bond, Charles Perrault & Featured Poem by Carl Sandburg

Welcome to Art & Verse! On January 13th, we’re celebrating: * Horatio Alger (b. 1832), known for his inspiring rags-to-riches tales embodying the American Dream. * Michael Bond (b. 1926), beloved creator of Paddington Bear, who has delighted readers of all ages since 1958. * Charles Perrault (b. 1628), the French author whose iconic fairytales, including Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood, laid the groundwork for the genre. Today’s featured poem is “Fog” by Carl Sandburg, a brief but vivid piece that captures the quiet, mysterious nature of fog as it rolls into a city. If you'd like your original work featured on the show, email us at artandversepod@gmail.com. Support this indie podcast by joining us on Patreon! For just $5 a month, you’ll receive a hand-typed poem delivered to your door. Visit Patreon.com/ArtandVerse to learn more. Thanks for listening! Until next time—be well and stay inspired.

Art & Verse Podcast - January 12, 2025: Jack London, John Hancock, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi & Featured Poem by T.S. Eliot

Welcome to Art & Verse! On January 12th, we’re celebrating: * Jack London (b. 1876), famed novelist known for The Call of the Wild and White Fang. * John Hancock (b. 1737), American founding father whose bold signature made history. * Maharishi Mahesh Yogi (b. 1918), the Indian guru who popularized Transcendental Meditation worldwide. Today’s featured poem is “Macavity, the Mysterious Cat” by T.S. Eliot, a playful yet cunning ode to a master criminal in feline form. Originally published in 1939, this classic is now in the public domain. If you'd like your original work featured on the show, email us at artandversepod@gmail.com. Support this indie podcast by joining us on Patreon! For just $5 a month, you’ll receive a hand-typed poem delivered to your door. Visit Patreon.com/ArtandVerse to learn more. Thanks for listening! Until next time—be well and stay inspired.

Art & Verse Podcast - January 11, 2025: Alice Paul, Naomi Judd, William James & Featured Poem by Ada Limón

Welcome to Art & Verse! In this episode: * Alice Paul (b. 1885), a leading figure in the fight for women’s suffrage and equality in the U.S. * Naomi Judd (b. 1946), legendary country singer-songwriter and half of the iconic duo, The Judds. * William James (b. 1842), renowned philosopher and psychologist who helped shape modern psychology and founded pragmatism. Today’s featured poem is “Wonder Woman” by Ada Limón, read by Heather Arrington. This powerful piece from Limón’s collection The Carrying reflects on strength, pain, and finding inspiration in unexpected places. If you'd like your original work featured on the show, email us at artandversepod@gmail.com. Support this indie podcast by joining us on Patreon! For just $5 a month, you’ll receive a hand-typed poem delivered to your door. Visit Patreon.com/ArtandVerse to learn more. Thanks for listening! Until next time—be well and stay inspired.