Poetry Pea - haiku and other English Language Japanese short forms
Poetry Pea 323 episodes Nov 9, 2026
Poetry Pea is a poetry podcast dedicated to haiku, senryu, and other Japanese short-form poetry written in English. It offers free writing resources, workshops from experts, readings of original poems, and writing prompts and exercises. Listeners can submit their haiku or senryu to Patricia to be featured on the podcast and in the Poetry Pea Journal. The show encourages people to write and engage with short-form poetry together.
Episodes
S9E43 Nick Virgilio: The Art of Haiku, Emotion and the Moon A Poetry Pea Podcast
What makes a great haiku? Is it the cleverness of an image, the beauty of its construction, or the emotions it leaves behind?In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, Patricia explores poetry of Nick Virgilio, one of the influential pioneers of English-language haiku.From his famous Lily haiku to the playful imagery of Bass picking bugs off the moon, we look at Virgilio's distinctive approach
S9E42 At the Beach Through a Poet's Eyes - Short Poems at Poetry Pea
Discover the inspiration of haiku, senryū and short form poetry with the Poetry Peacast, your podcast for haiku, senryu and Japanese short-form poetry.In this episode, we share poems curated by Arvinder Kaur, with a special thank you to her daughter, Simatra Singh, for providing the video inspiration. Enjoy the creativity of our poetry community and discover how a visual prompt can spark new ideas
S9E41 Haiku Writing Challenges - The Little Marvels We Nearly Miss
In S9E41 of the Poetry Pea Podcast, Patricia explores the art of finding extraordinary moments in ordinary life, with haiku and senryū inspired by yellow grass, sparrows, a tiny snail, a piece of the Berlin Wall and a blackbird hunting for a worm.Along the way, Patricia examines the craft behind the poems, including the importance of kigo (seasonal reference) in haiku, concrete imagery, observatio
S9E40 Melissa Dennison Reads Caravan: A Trail of Haiku
Join host Patricia on the Poetry Pea Podcast for a Poetry Pea Salon with award-winning haiku poet Melissa Dennison, reading from her book Caravan: A Trail of Haiku.Discover the surprising poetic possibilities of snails, from silvery trails in the frost to the frustrations of a gardener. Melissa reads her haiku and discusses the inspiration behind her work, exploring seasonal references (kigo), jux
S9E39 Tanka & Kyōka Japanese Short Form Poetry
Looking for tanka and kyōka inspiration? In this episode of Poetry Peacast, Patricia shares a selection of English-language tanka and kyōka to inspire your own Japanese short-form poetry writing.We explore how tanka can capture memory, childhood, grief, renewal, humour and everyday life – and how kyōka can use wit, satire and the conventions of traditional Japanese poetry in unexpected ways.Among
S9E38 Paragliding Haiku Poetry Inspired by the Swiss Alps
Join Patricia on the Poetry Peacast for S9E38, featuring haiku and senryu inspired by paragliding in Interlaken, Switzerland, with David Cox as editor of the August Video Prompt.Discover the poems selected by David Cox, as Patricia explores the beauty of the Swiss Alps, the history of Interlaken, the spectacular Jungfrau region, and even a few James Bond connections. From silent paragliders floati
S9E37 Haibun and tips for writing them from Tendrils volume 3
Welcome back to the Poetry Peacast! After a rather unfortunate disappearing act by my voice, I’m back behind the microphone with a special episode celebrating haibun from Tendrils, Volume 3, the Poetry Pea journal of haibun.In this episode, I read the Editor’s Choice and Honourable Mentions from the journal, outstanding haibun by Cathryn Daley, Mark Forrester and Sara Winteridge.I explore what ma
S9E36 Poetry Pea Video Prompt A Reading of Haiku, Senryu, and short poems
Welcome to the Poetry Pea July Video Prompt, featuring a wonderful collection of haiku, senryū and short poetry selected and curated by guest editor Matt Snyder. Thank you Matt.This month’s episode comes to you from the beautiful Lauterbrunnen Valley in Switzerland — Tolkien’s Rivendell — where the July Video Prompt was filmed.Patricia begins with a bonus poem of her own before sharing the poems c
S9E35 Renku Reading from the Poetry Pea community A Poetry Pea summer Classic
This week on Poetry Pea Summer Classics, we're revisiting one of the most joyful forms of Japanese linked verse: renku.Sit back and enjoy readings of three collaborative renku created by members of the Poetry Pea community: Drinking Moonrise, Wing to Wing, and Spring Table. These beautifully crafted linked poems demonstrate how individual voices can come together to create something richer tha
S9E34 Vandana Parashar reads from Alone, I Am Not A Poetry Pea Summer Classic
Take a journey into the beautifully observed world of poet Vandana Parashar in this Poetry Pea Summer Classic. Originally recorded as part of our popular reading series, Vandana reads from her acclaimed collection Alone, I Am Not, sharing poems rich in humanity, quiet insight and the extraordinary moments hidden within everyday life.We also celebrate the publication of her more recent collection,
S9E33 David J Kelly Reads short poetry from his book small hadron divider: A Poetry Pea Summer Classic
Join us for a special summer replay of the Poetry Pea Podcast featuring award-winning haiku poet David J Kelly reading from his acclaimed collection small hadron divider, a Touchstone Distinguished Books Honourable Mention.In this thoughtful and engaging episode, David explores the fascinating meeting point of science and poetry. Inspired by the six flavours of quarks and the forces that bind the
S9E32 Tyrone McDonald reads Haiku - A Poetry Pea Summer Classic
In this special summer replay, Patricia McGuire welcomes acclaimed haiku poet Tyrone McDonald for a memorable Poetry Pea reading and conversation.Tyrone's haiku explore family, identity, race, music, memory and the natural world with remarkable clarity and emotional depth. From the unforgettable morning fog / when my embryo... had gills to poems of jazz, gratitude, homecoming and history, his
S9E31 Lorraine Padden reads from her book of Short Poetry - Upwelling. A Poetry Pea Summer Classic
This week on Poetry Pea, we're revisiting one of the highlights from our much-loved reading series.Join acclaimed poet Lorraine Padden as she reads from her beautiful collection Upwelling, sharing poems rich in observation, memory and the quiet moments that so often inspire haiku and related forms.Whether you're discovering Lorraine's work for the first time or returning to this favour
S9E30 Reid Hepworth reads from The Improbability of Sea Monkeys Award Winning Haiku & Haibun at Poetry Pea
Join us for a special Poetry Pea Salon recording featuring Reid Hepworth reading from her award-winning collection, The Improbability of Sea Monkeys.Reid's book has received an HSA Merit Book Award, recognised for its evocative haiku and haibun, its honest exploration of identity and memory, and its vivid portrayal of growing up in the 1960s and 70s.In this Poetry Pea Salon event, Reid shares
S9E29 One Line Haiku & Senryu The Judges' Choices and the best of the submissions
In this episode of Poetry Pea, the leading English-language haiku podcast, Patricia asks can a single line hold an entire world?In this special Poetry Pea podcast, we explore the art of the one-line haiku and senryū through a carefully curated selection of original poems chosen from our latest submission period.Writing a successful one-line poem is far more challenging than it appears. In this epi
S9E28 The Best of June Poetry Pea Video Prompt Haiku & Senryu
In this episode, In this episode of Poetry Pea, the leading English-language haiku podcast, Patricia McGuire shares the haiku and senryū selected from the June 2026 Poetry Pea Video Prompt, beautifully curated by Lakshmi Iyer.Expect poems filled with birdsong, summer heat, nesting season, squirrels, sparrows, warblers and the small moments that make haiku so memorable. Alongside the selected poem
S9E27 Kigo, Kireji and what else makes a haiku a haiku?
In this episode of Poetry Pea, the leading English-language haiku podcast, Patricia asks what makes a haiku a haiku? Is there really a difference between traditional and contemporary haiku, or have we complicated something that was once quite simple?In this episode of the Poetry Peacast, Patricia explores the essential elements of the Japanese haiku tradition, discussing the must haves of haiku.Dr
S9E26 Discovering Anne McKay: A Hidden Haiku Voice
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, Patricia McGuire introduces the remarkable poetry of Anne McKay, an award-winning Canadian poet whose lyrical haiku and haiku-inspired poetry deserve to be much better known.She explores a selection of Anne McKay's haiku, looking at her evocative imagery, her musical use of language, her distinctive use of white space, and the subtle techniques that m
S9E25 Haiku & Senryu: Rivers, Bridges and the Journeys Inbetween
Rivers have always carried stories. In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we follow their winding course through a carefully curated collection of contemporary haiku and senryū, alongside classic poems that continue to inspire writers today.These tiny poems explore rivers as places of connection and separation, memory and movement, peace and conflict. From quiet birdsong to distant sirens, fr
S9E24 Inspired by Nouns, Poety from the Poetry Pea Community
In the final episode of this three-part series on noun poetry, Patricia reads a wonderful collection of listener poems, inspired by the nouns. This episode examines how carefully chosen images can evoke emotion without relying on explanation or abstract language.With practical analysis and inspiring examples, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to write stronger haiku, senryū
S9E23 The Poetry of Nouns part 2: Can Haiku Sing without Verbs?
Can a haiku be lyrical without relying on verbs? Can a handful of carefully chosen nouns carry all the emotional weight a poem needs?In this second episode exploring the poetry of nouns, Patricia examines how concrete images create resonance, rhythm and lyricism in haiku and senryū. Drawing on poems by:Alan SummersRadostina DragostinovaHifsa AshrafLaura DriscollSharon Lynne YeeMark GilbertPaul mCh
S9E22 The Poetry of Nouns: Verbless Haiku and the Power of Suggestion
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we explore why haiku has often been described as "the poetry of the noun" and ask whether removing verbs and limiting adjectives can make a poem even more powerful.Through close readings of haiku by John Wills, Elizabeth Searle Lamb, Charles Rossiter, Noel King, Choshi, Anne Curran, and Bisshie, we discover how concrete nouns create atmosphere, em
S9E21 Flashku: Tiny Poems and One Line Haiku
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, Patricia shares a fresh collection of haiku and senryu from Poetry Pea’s much-loved Flashku submissions — a spontaneous 24-hour poetry challenge open to poets on the Poetry Pea mailing list.Featuring poems by Nalini Shetty, Robert Witmer, Sébastien Revon, Emil Karla, Steve Bahr, Katie Montagna, Deborah A Bennett, Samo Kreutz, Cynthia Anderson, Sara Winter
S9E20 Poetry Pea Podcast April Video Prompt poems: pink skies, cricket song, and evening haiku
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we share the chosen poems from April’s Poetry Pea Video Prompt, beautifully curated by Lakshmi Iyer.Inspired by pink skies, cricket song, twilight gardens, and fleeting moments of light, these poems explore the quiet beauty of the natural world through haiku and short-form poetry.Featuring poems by Marion Clarke, Ralph Mathews, Kerry J Heckman, Melissa De
S9E19 Soaring Beauty: Contemporary Lyrical Haiku and Senryu
In this final episode of Poetry Pea’s series on lyricism in haiku and senryū, Patricia explores contemporary poems that sing—haiku and senryū rich in musicality, emotional resonance, and soaring beauty.With recommendations and insights from some poetry friends, we journey through lyrical work from some of today’s finest poets, asking what makes a haiku truly resonate. Is it sound, rhythm, imagery—
S9E18 Haiku that Breathe: exploring Lyrical Short Forms
This episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast continues an exploration of lyrical haiku and senryū in the English language, with a focus on work written before the year 2000. What makes a haiku “lyrical”? Not overblown emotion or elaborate language, but a quieter musicality—rhythm, emotional restraint, and an image that’s allowed to resonate.This episode offers a thoughtful introduction to earlier contem
S9E17 Haiku on the River
This week on The Poetry Peacast, we drift into a river-inspired collection of haiku and senryu from our March video prompt. While Patricia is (technically) in Zürich, today’s episode is carried by the warm currents of South Africa, where the original footage was filmed during a memorable family trip.The poems featured here have been carefully edited and curated by Johnny Moran—thank you, Johnny—an
S9E16 From Basho to Shiki classical lyrical haiku that endure
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we continue our exploration of lyrical poetry with a journey into the work of the Japanese haiku masters. From Bashō and Buson to Issa and Shiki, and their contemporaries, we listen to classic haiku in translation and consider how sound, rhythm and imagery carry emotional resonance across centuries.Following last week’s episode on the eighteenth-century f
S9E15 Chiyo-ni and the search for lyrical haiku
In this episode of Poetry Pea, I explore the haiku of Chiyo-ni, the 18th-century Japanese poet and Buddhist nun whose lyrical voice is often overlooked when we talk about the great haiku masters. While Bashō, Buson, Shiki and Issa are regularly discussed, Chiyo-ni’s work often takes a back seat.Prompted by recent conversations about the perceived lack of lyrical poetry in modern haiku, I look at w
S9E14 A handful of haibun but what links them?
In this special Poetry Pea episode, we celebrate impending close of our haibun submissions period with a curated selection of haibun readings. New to haibun? Don’t worry — helpful links in the show notes will guide you through this beautifully blended form of prose and haiku.All the pieces in this episode share something in common… but will you spot what it is?Answers in the shownotes.We also than
S9E13 Haiku between wings, contemporary short poetry
Step into a listening space shaped by small poems and quiet attention.This weekly podcast brings together contemporary haiku from voices around the world. Each of our episodes features carefully selected poems, and thoughtful readings.From murmuration skies to winter dusk, from the hush of birdsong to the swell of the everyday, we explore the moments that might otherwise pass unnoticed — and give
S9E12 Poetry Pea Podcast Brilliant poetry and some highlights from our judges'
Settle in for another episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, where this time there’s no set theme—yes, maybe it 's a bit trickier for you… but as they say, if it were easy, it wouldn’t be worth doing.In this episode, you’ll hear a wonderful selection of contemporary haiku and senryu , all submitted without the safety net of a prompt. Our judges—one familiar voice and two brand-new to the podcast—h
S9E11 One-line haiku love them or leave them.
In this episode of the Poetry Peacast, we bring our current exploration of one-line haiku to a halt for now.After three episodes and a number of thoughtful questions, I reflect on what the form offers, where it challenges us, and where I find myself—at least for now. There is, of course, more to be said, and the conversation remains open, particularly as listeners continue to share their own insig
S9E10 Kala Ramesh on Haiku – A Special Poetry Pea Podcast Conversation
This week on the Poetry Pea Podcast there’s a slight change of plan.Part three of the one-line haiku series isn’t quite ready yet. After posing several questions at the end of part two, I realised I needed a little more time to sit with them. My head is currently full of ideas, possibilities and half-formed thoughts, and rather than rush things, I want to give those questions the attention they de
S8E9 One line haiku part two: 5 powerful techniques for writing haiku & senryu
In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we continue our deep dive into the art of the one line haiku and explore five powerful techniques for writing compelling haiku and senryū in English.If you’ve been experimenting with one line poems and wondering how they work — or whether they work at all — this episode is for you.We explore five essential techniques for writing strong one line haiku:• Sp
S9E8 Examining one line Haiku, The Form, The Flow
In this episode of The Poetry Pea Podcast, we begin an in-depth exploration of one line haiku and senryū in English. What makes a one line haiku work? Is it simply a haiku written without line breaks, or is there something more subtle happening with rhythm, pause and flow?Through close readings of poems by Michael Segers, John Wills, Alvin Cruz, Elizabeth Searle Lamb, Kala Ramesh, Tess Sherman, Sc
S9E7 Poetry Pea Podcast A Monster haiku & senryu edition
Monster trucks meet haiku.In this adrenaline-charged episode of Poetry Pea,I share original haiku and senryu inspired by a thrilling monster truck video, captured by Renee Schaffer and curated by Allyson Whipple. Huge thanks to both for fuelling this creative ride.Expect short-form poetry that explores power, spectacle, humour and the poetry of roaring engines and flying mud — all in just three li
S9E6 Global Haiku Podcast in Spanish and English
A podcast about haiku and short poetry from around the world, particularly early Spanish haikuesque poetry of José Juan Tablada, but I'll also explore Japanese haiku, early Western haiku, translation, poetic form, and contemporary practice.This episode offers close readings, literary context, and thoughts, uncovering forgotten poems, global influences, and the ways haiku has travelled across l
S9E5 Golden Pea awards 2025: The Best Haiku, Senryu, Tanka and Haibun, Poetry Pea Podcast
In this special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, host Patricia announces the winners of the Golden Pea Awards 2025, celebrating the very best haiku, senryū, tanka and haibun published by Poetry Pea this year.Recorded from her studio in Switzerland, Patricia shares a carefully curated selection of award-winning poems, chosen for their craft, originality and emotional impact. These standout pieces
S9E4 Urban Haiku Podcast More City Life in Short Poetry
Urban Haiku Podcast | More City Life in Short PoetryStep into the streets, gyms, roads, and temples of contemporary poetry with this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, dedicated to urban haiku and senryū. In this instalment of the Urban Haiku series, we continue to explore how modern city life finds expression through short-form poetry—capturing fleeting moments, human interactions, and everyday u
S9E3 Poetry Pea Podcast The Golden Pea Awards Long List Top Poems of 2025
Welcome to The Poetry Peacast, where small poems loom large and every word earns its keep.In this episode, you’ll hear poetry from the long list of Poetry Pea’s brand-new awards — the Golden Pea Awards. These are poems that came tantalisingly close to the top: work that impressed, delighted, and lingered, but ultimately didn’t quite make it into the final, glittering handful of Golden Peas. Expect
S9E2 Writing Urban Haiku: City Life in Short Poetry
Urban haiku and senryū inspired by modern city life, with poems, and submission calls.Show notespoets featured today:m shane pruett, Haiku Pea Podcast, S3E22Eric W Amann[i] William J Higgenson with Penny Harter,”The Haiku Handbook.” Kodansha International, 1985, p87Barbara Tate, THF City Sidewalk, tasteMichael Dylan Welch, from GracegutsMizuho, Urban Ginko V – Nakazaki-cho, Osaka July 10th 2023Aki
S9E1 Poetry Pea Podcast featuring Original Poems from a Snowy Video Prompt
The Poetry Pea Podcast is a contemporary poetry podcast featuring original poetry, poetry prompts, video poetry prompts, and poetry readings from poets around the world.In this episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we open Season Nine with original contemporary poetry written in response to our final video poetry prompt of 2025, curated by poet Kathleen Tice. This poetry podcast showcases a wide rang
S8E49 Poetry Pea Podcast - Reid Hepworth on Love, Loss and Poetry
In this special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, host Patricia welcomes celebrated Canadian poet Reid Hepworth for a stunning reading from her collection Loss Is a River. Praised for its emotional depth and lyrical power, Hepworth’s work explores love, loss, memory, and the quiet moments that shape our lives.Patricia also shares an important correction and heartfelt apology to poets Mona Bedi an
S8E48 Dance, Haiku & Senryu: Poetry Pea's October Video Prompt Showcase
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S8E47 Celebrating Tanka: Highlights from the Poetry Pea Journal
Join Patricia for a special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, featuring original tanka poetry from contemporary writers around the world. In this episode, she shares the judges’ nominations for the best tanka selected for the forthcoming Poetry Pea Journal. If you enjoy tanka, haiku, short-form poetry, or modern Japanese-inspired verse, this episode offers fresh poems, thoughtful commentary, and
S8E46 Haiku from Andalusia: A Reading with Claire Thom of Wee Sparrow Press
This week on the Poetry Peacast, we welcome Scottish poet Claire Thom, joining us from Andalusia, Spain. Claire, founder of Wee Sparrow Press, shares haiku and haibun from her beautiful collection Wildflowers in Oyster Stone. It's always enjoyable to hear a poet read their work, don't you think?Discover how travel, nature, and poetic craft intertwine as we talk about the art of haiku editi
S8E45 A Poetry Reading with Canadian Poet Allison Douglas Tourner
In this episode, we visit with Canadian poet Allison Douglas Tourner, who reads from her haunting and beautiful collection sticks & bones. Together, we wander through memory, myth, and the stories that shape us — from childhood books to the darker corners of imagination.There’s also a bit of breaking news for poetry lovers: publication of the Poetry Pea Anthology is imminent, so be sure you’re
S8E44 Poetry Pea Heads to the Beach with Haiku & Senryu
As the rain lashes Zürich and the winter tyres go on, it’s time to escape to somewhere warmer! In this episode of the Poetry Peacast, we’re off to the beaches of Langkawi, Malaysia — swapping snowflakes for seashells and cold toes for sand between them.Patricia shares previously published haiku and senryu from the beach, plus new poems inspired by our latest video prompt. Expect crows, carols, and
S8E43 The Senryu Sessions Part 3- Pop Quiz
It’s Poetry Pea’s birthday! To celebrate, we’re throwing a Senryū Pop Quiz — and you’re invited.In this episode, we put our poetic instincts to the test: can you tell your haiku from your senryū? Or have some poems wandered off into the wild world of micropoetry?Join us for a fun, thought-provoking episode full of literary nerdery, and maybe a little friendly controversy. We’ll also celebrate Josh
S8E42 Poetry Pea The Senryu Sessons part 2 - defining senryu
In this episode of Poetry Pea: The Senryū Sessions (Part Two), Patricia dives deeper into the poetic dance between haiku and senryū — where do they meet, and where do they part ways? With insights from scholars like Shirane, Wirth, Pizzarelli, and Virgil, we explore what makes a haiku an observation and a senryū a commentary. Through poems by Linda Ludwig, Vera Constantineau, Sam Blair, Shiki, Mat
S8E41 Poetry Pea: The Senryu Sessons - Part One - Senryū
This episode of the Poetry PeaPodcast is Part One of a series on senryū. A form of Japanese short poetryWe begin by asserting that senryū do not have to be humorous. They offer sharp, human insights that continue to spark debate among poets and editors. In this episode you’ll hear examples from both the Japanese canon and contemporary English-language poets, with commentary and context to guide yo
S8E40 Poetry Pea International Dot Day Special - Haiku & Flashku Special
In this special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, Patricia celebrates International Dot Day with the Poetry Pea community. Join us for a playful look at haiku and flashku, inspired by dots, creativity and courage.Patricia shares news about the brand-new Poetry Pea Journal 4:25 — full of original haiku, creepy-crawly poems, video prompt selections, and the latest judges’ choice. You’ll also hear h
S8E39 Creepy Crawlies in haiku & senryu
Original poems by global poets.Welcome to the Poetry Pea Podcast – your home for haiku, senryū and short-form poetry. 🐞🦋🐝In this episode, inspired by Liam Maguire’s “creepy crawly” presentation, our judges Clive Grewcock, Melissa Dennison and Liam himself share their nominations for the Judges’ Choice. Expect beetles, butterflies, ants, dragonflies, spiders and more – all captured in the tiny but
S8E38 Dancing with Words: Tango, Spring and Fair Play
✨ Welcome to the Poetry Pea Podcast ✨In this episode, we share beautiful haiku and senryū from our community, inspired by the video prompts. You’ll hear poetry chosen by editor Amy Watson from the August prompt, and we’ll look ahead to September’s beach-themed prompt curated by Neena Singh.Alongside the poetry, I raise an important question about fairness in haiku competitions — something for us a
S8E37 Kyoka - the wild side of tanka poetry
In this episode we round off our tanka series with something a little different – kyōka.Kyōka are often described as the “wild poems” of the tanka world – witty, playful, and full of wry social commentary. Think of them as to tanka what senryū are to haiku.👉 What you’ll hear in this episode:A short introduction to kyōka and their place in Japanese poetryExamples from the Japanese, translated into
S8E36 How to Write a Superior Poem
Welcome to Poetry Pea! In this episode, Patricia shares practical tips and writing exercises on how to write superior tanka poetry. Building on last week’s look at the ten styles of poetry, today we dive into Teika’s principles, examples of great tanka, and step-by-step challenges to help you improve your craft.Whether you’re brand new to tanka, already writing haiku and senryū, or preparing to su
S8E35 Ten Styles of Poetry
✨ Today we’re diving into the world of Fujiwara no Teika (1162–1241) — one of Japan’s most influential poets, teachers, and literary critics. If you’re curious about tanka poetry, this is a perfect place to start.In this podcast we’ll explore:Teika’s ten styles of waka and why they still matterHis core ideal of ushin (“conviction of feeling”)The four fundamental styles every poet should try and 6
S8E34 Small Elephants in Short Form Poetry
Pack your poetic passport — this week, the Poetry Pea Podcast is off to Borneo!Our theme? Elephants in haiku and senryu, inspired by Borneo’s rare and gentle pygmy elephants.In this episode:🐘 Haiku & senryu from Linda Ludwig’s last video prompt editorship📖 Treasures from past Poetry Pea Journals🌿 Elephant-themed poems from other talented writers🌏 Five fascinating facts about Borneo💚 A closer l
S8E33 John Wills and the art of haiku
Today we’re diving into technique. But wait! Don’t run for the hills just yet, or even the mountains…. This isn’t a dry lecture—we’re doing technique the Poetry Pea way: through the lens of rich, inspirational poetry.And we’re in for a real treat today because we’re in the company of one of the greats: John Wills. A master of the short form, Wills was an American poet who lived from 1921 to 1993,
S8E32 Senryu with a sense of Humour
Welcome to the PoetryPea Podcast, your go-to show for English-language haiku, senryu, and other short-form poetry. In this special episode, we’re embracing the lighter side of verse with a delightful collection of funny senryu.When community member Melissa Dennison asked for more humour in her life, we thought—what better way to celebrate the joy of poetry than with poems that make us laugh, smirk
S8E31 Poetry Pea Live - Zoka
In this very special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we bring you our first ever live salon event — and it's all about Zōka, the generative force behind haiku and nature itself.Featuring readings from the anthology One Thread and a conversation with its editor, Janice Doppler, this gathering celebrates the power of becoming, creativity, and poetic presence.Hosted by Patricia, with guest poe
S8E30 Haiku with love from Switzerland
What happens when alphorns echo through the streets of Zürich? They inspire short form poetry from around the world — and this week’s episode features some of the best!These original haiku and senryū were written in response to June’s Video Prompt — a monthly moment of creativity on our YouTube channel. ✍️✨Featuring voices like: 🖋️ Daniela Misso 🖋️ Lakshmi Iyer 🖋️ Rupa Anand 🖋️ Sara Winteridge 🖋️
S8E29 All the colours of butterflies in haiku
🐛🕷️ Creepy Crawlies Have Entered the Chat… This week on the Poetry Peacast, we’re getting under your skin — in the best possible way — with a fresh collection of haiku and short form poetry inspired by the little creatures that wriggle, buzz, crawl, and fly.🦋 Featuring poems from Poetry Pea Journals past (and a few haiku legends), this episode explores beauty in the overlooked — from dragonflies t
S8E28 Poetry Pea Reading with Julie Bloss Kelsey
What does healing sound like in haiku?This week, poet Julie Bloss Kelsey joins me to read from her deeply moving collection, Grasping the Fading Light: A Journey Through PTSD — winner of the 2021 International Women’s Haiku Contest.Her work brings vulnerability, strength, and beauty to the page. Together we explore grief, trauma, recovery, and resilience — through the gentle force of haiku, senryū
S8E27 Creepy Crawly Haiku
An episode of haiku poetry presented by Liam Maguire on the topic of creepy crawlies. Honestly he does a brilliant job. He's inspired me to write and I hope he'll inspire you to write too. Check out the submission diary.You can read the slides on the YouTube version or check them our at Buy Me A Coffee, where you can support the work of the podcast in many ways.Show notes
S8E26 There is No Haiku without Zoka
Without zoka, there is no haiku…Zoka — the creative, the generative force that animates the universe — is more than a concept. It's the heartbeat of haiku.In this week’s Poetry Pea Podcast, I reflect on Janice Doppler’s brilliant essay, “Following Bashō, Following Zoka,” and the powerful conversations it’s sparked within our community. I talk about my own grappling with the idea — from my stri
S8E25 It's Flashku & Prompt Time
This week on the podcast from Poetry Pea we have:a reply from Bruce Feingold regarding my problems with the Touchstone awardsa bit of data research from Bill Faysome haiku & senryū written for the latest flashkthe poems chosen by Linda L Ludwig from May's prompt videoThank you to all the poets who have had their work chosen.Thank you to Anne Fox for the video.Thank you to Linda for all the
S8E24 Haiku to kick back to
Do you ever feel like there’s just not enough time for you?I’m in one of those seasons. When I sat down to plan this week’s episode, I thought I’d explore the poetry of Chiyo-ni — and oh, the rabbit holes I found! That’s going to take more time. But today, I just needed a slower pace… and maybe you do too.So, I offer you something gentler: ✨ a jazz-infused session of haiku and senryū, ✨ poems to b
S8E23: The Poet Lenard D Moore
The point of today's podcast is to get you excited to write haiku and senryū for the second volume of The Poetry Pea Anthology, “Little Marvels.”As you’ll know from the podcasts I’ve already published the topic is belonging and alienation this year. If you haven’t listened to themHere they are:A Reading with Roman LyakhovetskyThe Poetry of AlienationBelonging in PoetryThe anthology will be in
S8E22: Poetry in the Shadows
haiku, senryu and tanka about death. It's much more cheerful than that sounds. In the end I think the Ravens won! Are you all Vikings?There's a bit of homework in there for you too. Do you agree / disagree with the thoughts expressed at the beginning of the podcast? Write and let me know.Shownotes
S8E21 Poetry not doughnuts
What am I on about doughnuts for? You'll have to listen to find out, but you'll also hear some original poetry, mostly written for the podcast.I also try out some AI. What do you think?Please support the podcast by Becoming a memberBuying us a coffeeor spreading the word about us on social mediaYour mission this week, should you choose itDon’t forget to check the website’s submission diary
S8E20 There is only good verse, bad verse and chaos
A discussion of the importance of poetic history to our writing with the philosopher poets, Sean O'Connor and Thomas Festa.Your mission is to email me with your thoughts:Did this podcast work for youWhat topics would you like to hear them talk aboutDid you agree / disagree with the two poetsEmail me and let me know.show notes
S8E19 Can you write Split Sequence Poetry
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S8E18 Haibun to inspire your writing
This week I revisit some haibun that Poetry Pea nominated for awards from their Journals over the years. Will you be writing for the next Poetry Pea Journal of Haibun, Tendrils?Check out the show notesSubmissions diary
S8E17 How to write your haibun prose poetry
This week in our how to haibun episode to get you inspired to submit to Poetry Pea I have for you:a Patricia who is a tiny bit crossa romp through tradition of the Japanese prose poemSome advice on how you can write themIf you would lie to support the podcast, please purchase a membership, a coffee or spread the word about this, the world's number one haiku podcast, to your poet friends.Thank
S8E16 Celebrating International Haiku Poetry
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S8E15 A Reading with Poet Roman Lyakhovetsky
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S8E14 A Whisper of Moths, Poetically
Poetry Pea presents short form poetry about moths.You can read them in the latest Poetry Pea Journal 1:25.show notesI can’t continue to offer this podcast without a little bit of financial help. You can become a member, purchase one of our journals, or buy us a coffee. Please consider it. Thank you.
S8E13 Original Scifi Ku
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