the muttering retreat

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.

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.

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.

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!