The Poetry Vessel Podcast

The Poetry Vessel
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The Poetry Vessel Podcast is a video-based podcast that explores creativity, consciousness, and—of course—poetry. Hosted by Malibu’s 5th Poet Laureate, Nathan Hassall, and co-created with his wife, Rachael. The podcast brings together voices from across multiple disciplines—poets, neuroscientists, musicians, psychologists, and more—to examine how language, emotion, and art shape the way we experience the world. Listeners are also invited to become part of the dialogue. Submit your Poetry at www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit for consideration for feature on The Poetry Vessel Podcast.

  1. 1d ago

    #050 - How to Get Your Poetry Published in 2026 (ft. Trish Hopkinson)

    What does it actually take to get your poetry published? 👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY TO FIND OUT: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup In this episode of The Poetry Vessel Podcast, hosted by Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, Nathan Hassall, Trish Hopkinson — founder of A Selfish Poet — breaks down exactly how to submit poetry to literary magazines, what editors are really looking for, and why most poets never make the leap from writing to publishing. Whether you're just starting out or have been writing poetry for years, this is the practical guide to navigating the submission process, avoiding the mistakes that trigger rejection, and building the publication record that opens doors. 🌟 ABOUT TRISH HOPKINSON: Trish Hopkinson is a widely published poet and the founder of A Selfish Poet (selfishpoet.com) — a platform dedicated to helping poets get published, grow their craft, and build a creative writing life worth living. 📚 Buy Trish's Books: - A Godless Ascends by Trish Hopkinson: https://www.lithicpress.com/index.php/our-catalog/137-a-godless-ascends - All Trish's Books: https://trishhopkinson.com/emissions/ - Trish's Other Poetry Publications: https://trishhopkinson.com/poetry/ - Find out more about Trish Hopkinson here: https://trishhopkinson.com/ EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall ✍️ JOIN OUR POETRY WORKSHOP WAITLIST https://www.nathanhassall.com/workshopwaitlist 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 📌 CHAPTERS: 0:00 – Introduction: How to Get Your Poems Published with Trish Hopkinson 0:30 – Writing Tips: How to Know When Your Poetry Is Ready to Submit 1:48 – Setting Goals as a Poet: How to Find Your Target Audience 3:02 – How to Handle Poetry Rejection Letters from Literary Magazines 4:40 – Why Poetry Submission Is a Numbers Game (and What to Do About It) 6:06 – What to Do When Your Poems Keep Getting Rejected | Writing Tips 8:45 – Finding Your Poetry Community: Spoken Word, Open Mics & Beyond 11:14 – Editing vs. Revising: Creative Writing Tips for Better Poetry 13:51 – Writing for Readers: How to Communicate Emotion Through Poetry 17:05 – 3 Common Poetry Submission Mistakes Every Writer Makes 21:44 – How to Choose the Right Literary Journal for Your Poetry 25:35 – Why New Literary Magazines Are Worth Submitting To 36:56 - Writing in Form: How the Duplex and Lock Box Unlock Hard Topics 40:03 - Trish Hopkinson Reads "Third Day, Third Month, 1972" from A Godless Ascends 44:07 - Structuring a Full-Length Poetry Collection 47:09 - The Mythic "She-God" Persona & Writing Atheist Feminist Poetry PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you! #howtowritepoetry #poetrypodcast #howtogetpublished

  2. Jul 18

    #049 - How Writing Poetry Connects You to Nature

    Learn practical poetry writing tips recorded inside England's ancient St. Leonard's Forest — where the landscape itself becomes the lesson. 👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup In this special outdoor episode of The Poetry Vessel podcast, hosts Nathan and Rachael Hassall use a live reading of Rudyard Kipling's "A Tree Song" as a gateway into the forces that drive authentic nature poetry — from building a precise woodland lexicon to the discipline of sensory attention that separates vivid writing from cliché. Whether you're writing poetry for beginners or deepening an established practice, this episode delivers practical, philosophically grounded habits for channeling the raw, magical presence of the natural world into impactful verse. 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 📌 CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 - How Poetry Connects Us to the Natural World 0:01:21 - Reading Kipling's "A Tree Song" — Lessons for Writers 0:04:15 - How Nature Changes Your Creative Mindset 0:05:31 - How to Start Writing Poetry in the Outdoors 0:06:23 - Is Poetry a Form of Spellcasting? 0:07:36 - How to Use a Single Tree to Write a Poem 0:08:36 - Why Deep Attention Is Essential for Nature Writers 0:09:40 - Writing Poetry About Your Homeland 0:12:07 - Why Reading Poetry Makes You a Better Writer 0:13:40 - Where Poets Find Their Inspiration 0:14:45 - How to Capture Sensory Details in the Woods 0:16:34 - How to Avoid Clichés in Nature Poetry 0:18:14 - How Nature Shapes Your Writing Voice PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

  3. Jul 12

    #048 - School Makes Students Hate Poetry. Here’s Why.

    Why do so many people say, "I don't like poetry"? In this episode of The Poetry Vessel Podcast, Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus Nathan Hassall and I/O Psych expert Rachael Hassall dig into why so many people leave school hating poetry, and how to learn how to love reading poetry again. 👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY & WRITING WORKSHOPS: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup If school or bad English teachers ruined creative writing and poetry analysis for you, you aren't alone. Today, we unpack the classroom myths that strip modern poetry of its joy, explore the neuroscience of why the human brain is wired for rhythm, meter, and rhyme, and look at what Dead Poets Society understood about the power of art that traditional education missed. Whether you are looking for poetry for beginners, trying to figure out how to write a poem, or want to understand the healing power of memorizing great spoken word and classical poems for mental health, this conversation is your way back in. Nathan shares his personal experiences teaching poetry to kids in California, an unorthodox dancing tip to unlock how to write poetry with better creative flow, and how to embrace the orality of poetry in nature. Drop a comment below to participate in our live word-association experiment! EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain 📌 CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Why Do People Hate Poetry? 00:40 - The School Myth: "There's Only One Right Meaning" 01:26 - How the Joy Gets Stripped Out of Poetry 02:07 - Teaching Poetry to Kids: Using William Blake's "The Tiger" 04:13 - The Neuroscience of Poetry: Why We're Wired for Meter and Rhyme 07:11 - How Passionate Teachers Change Everything (& Dead Poets Society) 09:37 - Overcoming the Fear of Feeling Stupid About Poetry 11:31 - Live Reading: "Sailing to Byzantium" by W.B. Yeats 12:57 - Can Memorizing Great Poems Heal the Mind? 16:20 - The Viral Poetry Tip: Just Dance! 21:16 - Shel Silverstein and the Gift of Poetry 23:46 - Actionable Tips: How to Bring Joy Back into Poetry 25:09 - Learning the Art of Attention in Nature 25:56 - Is It Okay to Still Not Like Poetry? PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you! #Poetry #HowToWriteAPoem #CreativeWriting #DeadPoetsSociety #ThePoetryVessel

  4. Jul 5

    #047 - Top 5 Poetry Anthology Books Every Poet Should Read

    Looking for great poetry anthologies? We have something for you. -👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup Discover the best poetry anthology books to expand your literary horizons and inspire your own creative writing practice. In this episode, practicing poet and Malibu Poet Laureate, Nathan Hassall, narrows down his top five poetry collections alongside two incredible bonus recommendations that span centuries, cultures, and continents. From Harold Bloom’s exhaustive thousand-page collection of classic English verse to Jerome Rothenberg’s iconic compilation of tribal and sacred writings, Nathan and Rachael share how deep-diving into diverse anthologies provides immense imaginative richness. They explore international translations, the visionary work of mystics like Blake and Rumi, and the crucial preservation of endangered languages through verse. Whether you are looking for structural doorways into writing or want to join a thriving online poetry community, these curated book recommendations will illuminate your reading list and elevate your craft. 📚 BOOKS MENTIONED: 1. The Best Poems of the English Language: From Chaucer Through Robert Frost by Harold Bloom - https://amzn.to/4vCAKC8 2. Doorways to Poetry by Louis Untermeyre - https://amzn.to/3S2itjc 3. A Book Of Luminous Things: An International Anthology of Poetry by Czeslaw Milosz https://amzn.to/3QA5jJO 4. Holy Fire: Nine Visionary Poets and the Quest for Enlightenment by Daniel Halpern https://amzn.to/4e4zMc6 5. Technicians of the Sacred: A Range of Poetries from Africa, America, Asia, Europe and Oceania by Jerome Rothenberg - https://amzn.to/4xsVLkG 6. (BONUS) Women in Praise of the Sacred: 43 Centuries of Spiritual Poetry by Women by Jane Hirshfield - https://amzn.to/49PF2Oi 7. (BONUS) Poems from the Edge of Extinction: An Anthology of Poetry in Endangered Languages by Chris McCabe - https://amzn.to/43pa3VD EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel ✍️ POETRY WORKSHOP WAITLIST: https://www.nathanhassall.com/workshopwaitlist 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain 🦋 OVERCOME CREATIVE FRUSTRATION WITH OUR NEW ONLINE WORKSHOP - LIMITED SPACES: https://tinyurl.com/TPV-Poetry-Workshop 📌 CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 Why Reading Poetry Anthologies Elevates Your Creative Writing 0:00:50 Best Book Pick #5 0:02:02 Best Book Pick #4 0:03:05 Best Book Pick #3 0:04:06 Why Visionary Poetry and Mystic Sages Spark Deeper Imagination 0:04:11 Best Book Pick #2 0:05:36 What is the Ultimate Anthology for Sacred and Tribal Writing? 0:05:41 Best Book Pick #1 0:06:20 How Browsing Used Bookstores Leads to Rare Literary Finds 0:07:46 Bonus Best Book Pick #6 0:08:24 Best Book Pick #7 0:09:18 Why Keeping Well-Loved Books Alive Strengthens the Global Poetic Tradition PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

  5. Jun 28

    #046 - How Listening Makes You a Better Poet

    👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup 🦋 OVERCOME CREATIVE FRUSTRATION WITH OUR NEW ONLINE WORKSHOP - LIMITED SPACES:https://tinyurl.com/TPV-Poetry-WorkshopEVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel ✍️ POETRY WORKSHOP WAITLIST: https://www.nathanhassall.com/workshopwaitlist 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT):https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain PODCAST DISCLAIMER:The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast.FTC DISCLAIMER:Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

  6. Jun 21

    #045 - The Secret of Occult Book Publishing with Anathema CEO Gabriel McCaughery

    What's it like to get inside the mind of one of the most famous occult book publishers in the world? 👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY TO FIND OUT MORE: https://www.nathanhassall.com/the-poetry-vessel-podcast-with-gabriel-mccaughry In this captivating episode of The Poetry Vessel Podcast, host Nathan Hassall (Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus '23-'25) sits down with the visionary founder and CEO of Anathema Publishing, Gabriel McCaughry to explore the deep intersection of poetry, alchemy, and perception. In this conversation, Gabriel pulls back the curtain on how he risked everything to start his business with just C$6,000, the profound traveling experiences in Laos that inspired the birth of his company, and the secrets behind the high-end, tactile art of fine and limited-edition bookmaking. We dive into how creative writing and poetic language can help us process trauma, gain healthy distance from suffering, and write from a selfless place, and his his highly anticipated upcoming book introducing his new concept: "para-alchemy." Whether you're interested in creative writing tips, Jungian psychology, spiritual alchemy, or the philosophy behind powerful storytelling, this episode offers a profound look at how perception itself becomes the alchemical vessel. 📖 Learn More about Gabriel McCaughry: - Gabriel's LinkTree: https://shorturl.at/pkTbU - (h)Auroræ by Gabriel McCaughry - https://www.anathemapublishing.com/archives/p/h-aurorae EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel ✍️ POETRY WORKSHOP WAITLIST: https://www.nathanhassall.com/workshopwaitlist 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain 🦋 OVERCOME CREATIVE FRUSTRATION WITH OUR NEW ONLINE WORKSHOP - LIMITED SPACES: https://tinyurl.com/TPV-Poetry-Workshop 📌 CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 – Who is Gabriel McCaughry? 0:01:22 – From graphic design to indie publishing: Gabriel's creative journey 0:04:40 – The spiritual pilgrimage to Laos and the origin of the Anathema logo 0:14:45 – The hidden linguistic and musical origin behind the name "Anathema" 0:17:53 – Carl Jung's Red Book as a masterpiece of visionary art and Jungian psychology 0:20:00 – "Paralchemy": Gabriel's spiritual framework for perception and transformation 0:30:46 – How to find the right poetic language to express a clear image 0:42:41 – Why alchemy is the "royal art" above all creative practices 0:47:52 – EXCLUSIVE: A sneak peek into Gabriel's upcoming book... 1:00:40 – How poetry creates healthy distance from personal trauma through defamiliarization 1:03:04 – Why focusing on one precise image creates more powerful writing 1:11:07 – Poetry as catharsis: finding beauty in suffering like a lotus in mud 1:18:56 – The three-fold intent behind Gabriel's first book, Ouroboros 1:25:50 – Identity as an artist: why "what do you do?" is the wrong question PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

  7. Jun 14

    #044 - Writing Poetry is Frustrating (Why That's A Good Thing)

    Why is writing a poem so FRUSTRATING?!🦋 OVERCOME CREATIVE FRUSTRATION WITH OUR NEW ONLINE WORKSHOP🦋https://tinyurl.com/TPV-Poetry-Workshop(Limited workshop spaces so act fast)The poetry writing process is harder than anyone tells you — and that creative frustration is exactly where great poems are born.In this video, Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, Nathan Hassall, and his I/O psych expert wife Rachael explore why feeling stuck during poetry editing is a natural part of the craft, touching on Carl Jung’s ideas about the visible mental struggles within great literature. Whether you're wrestling with word choice, rhythm, line breaks, or the gap between the brilliant idea in your head and the language on the page, this conversation reframes creative struggle as your greatest asset in creative writing.👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signupEVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel✍️ POETRY WORKSHOP WAITLIST: https://www.nathanhassall.com/workshopwaitlist🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain📌 CHAPTERS:0:00:00 Why Creative Frustration is Essential for Poets0:00:23 What Makes the Poetry Editing Process So Difficult?0:01:11 How Word Choice and Condensation Create Poetic Resonance0:01:53 How to Balance Rhythm, Sound, and Line Breaks in a Poem0:02:17 How Poets Guide Reader Emotions and Interpretations0:03:08 What Are the Biggest Challenges When Starting or Ending a Poem?0:03:39 How to Write Better Poem Beginnings Using Intriguing Imagery0:05:01 How to Master Poetic Closure and Avoid Ending Too Late0:06:23 Why Embracing Frustration Leads to Better Poetry Writing0:07:38 What Causes the Gap Between a Poetic Idea and the Page?0:08:34 How Poetry Workshops Facilitate Healing and Growth0:10:22 Why Metaphors Transform Heavy Emotions Into Beautiful Art0:12:40 What the Structural Turn (Volta) Teaches Us About Perspective0:13:24 How Reading Great Poems Elevates Creative Conversations0:14:59 Why Genuine Artistic Reward Requires Effort Over AI ShortcutsPODCAST DISCLAIMER:The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast.FTC DISCLAIMER:Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

  8. Jun 7

    #043 - What Makes Confessional Poetry Bad?

    Stop writing bad confessional poetry! 👉 JOIN OUR FREE POETRY COMMUNITY INSTEAD: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signup Why does so much modern confessional poetry fall flat — and how do the greats like Sylvia Plath, Anne Sexton, and Robert Lowell get it right? In this episode of The Poetry Vessel, Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus Nathan Hassall sits down with host Rachael Hassall to dissect the history, craft, and common pitfalls of autobiographical poetry and how to fix them. So much of today’s "Instagram poetry" and open mic verse falls into the trap of being self-absorbed instead of creating a real connection. We dive deep into the fascinating history of the original 1950s and 60s confessional poets—like Sylvia Plath and Anne Sexton—to look at what they did differently, why they actually rejected the "confessional" label, and how they used powerful metaphors to bring readers into their world. This episode is a masterclass in turning personal pain into poetry that actually reaches people. 📚 BOOKS MENTIONED: - The Colossus and Other Poems by Sylvia Plath - https://amzn.to/3REPYbg - The Complete Poems: Anne Sexton - https://amzn.to/3RN6O7O - Breaking into Blossom: Poems with Extraordinary Endings - https://amzn.to/3S4aIJr - Portrait of the Alcoholic by Kaveh Akbar - https://amzn.to/3RN746M - Calling a Wolf a Wolf by Kaveh Akbar - https://amzn.to/43fZSm4 EVERYTHING ELSE: 👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall 🙏 SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ThePoetryVessel 📜 SUBMIT YOUR POETRY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit 🧠 HOW POETRY CHANGES YOUR BRAIN COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT): https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrain 📌 CHAPTERS: 00:00 - What is confessional poetry — and why most of it fails 01:12 - Why your poetry is bad 03:05 - How to avoid abstractions and telling in poetry 04:41 - When did confessional poetry start? 08:53 - Why historical poets rejected the label 12:48 - What are the biggest mistakes in modern poetry? 15:03 - How to identify and fix a fake "poetry voice" 20:06 - When do line breaks and pauses actually work? 22:14 - How identity is asserted through feminist poetry 33:32 - How to transform raw experience into actual art 35:43 - Tip 1: How to turn trauma into vivid imagery 36:32 - Tip 2: Pay Attention to Rhythm 37:13 - Tip 3: When and how to gather honest feedback 38:28 - What it means to treat a poem as an offering 41:56 - "I," "You," "We" — when the speaker isn't actually you PODCAST DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, discussions, and statements expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and are intended to represent their personal opinions and perspectives. Listener discretion is advised. The Poetry Vessel is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any information presented and disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance on any information presented in this podcast. FTC DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them we may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The commission is paid by the retailers, at no cost to you, and this helps to support our channel and keep our videos free. Thank you!

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The Poetry Vessel Podcast is a video-based podcast that explores creativity, consciousness, and—of course—poetry. Hosted by Malibu’s 5th Poet Laureate, Nathan Hassall, and co-created with his wife, Rachael. The podcast brings together voices from across multiple disciplines—poets, neuroscientists, musicians, psychologists, and more—to examine how language, emotion, and art shape the way we experience the world. Listeners are also invited to become part of the dialogue. Submit your Poetry at www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit for consideration for feature on The Poetry Vessel Podcast.

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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