Audio Poem of the Day

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Audio recordings of classic and contemporary poems read by poets and actors, delivered every day.

Poetry Foundation


    • Aug 22, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 1m AVG DURATION
    • 1,865 EPISODES

    4.4 from 317 ratings Listeners of Audio Poem of the Day that love the show mention: poems, poets, poetry, website, available, short, simple, voices, wonderful, different, good, thank, need, interesting, great, listen, love.


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    The Audio Poem of the Day podcast provides listeners with a daily dose of poetry without any intro music or contextual explanation. Many listeners find this format soothing and use it as a way to take a short break from their daily routine. Some even fall asleep to the podcast, finding it calming and relaxing. The narrator's voice is often praised for its lovely tone, which enhances the overall experience of listening to the poems. The podcast has inspired listeners' own writing and acts as a reset for their busy brains.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is that it features caring and thoughtful poets who examine their inner lives and share their insights with immense generosity. The well-honed mindful insights delivered in beautiful phrases and cadences provide a much-needed respite in today's world. The project itself is seen as important, as poets are considered protectors and purveyors of history. Listeners appreciate that the poems are read aloud, as it makes them more accessible and moving. They also enjoy the variety of readers and poems featured on the podcast.

    While there are many positive aspects of this podcast, one area for improvement is making the entire archive available. Some listeners have expressed frustration at not being able to access previous episodes beyond episode 161. It would be appreciated if the library could be retrofitted to make all previous episodes available. Apart from this minor issue, there are no major complaints about the podcast.

    In conclusion, The Audio Poem of the Day podcast is highly regarded by its listeners for its ability to provide a momentary escape from daily life through poetry. It offers a wide range of poems and introduces audiences to new poets they may not have discovered otherwise. While some improvements could be made, such as making the complete archive available, overall, this podcast serves as a valuable resource for those seeking poetic inspiration or simply looking for a brief pause in their day.



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