Poetry for Peace (Peace Talks Radio Series)

Part of Series Peace Talks Radio - Series of Half-Hours
Length 29:00
Licensor Good Radio Shows, Inc.
Producer(s) Good Radio Shows, Inc. / Paul Ingles
Formats Debut (not aired nationally), Soft Feature, Special
Topics Education, Literature, Politics
Produced January 18, 2006
Added to PRX January 19, 2006
 

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Summary:

Poets from across the country offer up their words on the subject of "peace" at a special reading held at the 2005 National Poetry Slam Chapionships in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Website:

http://www.goodradioshows.org/peaceTalksL35.html

Additional Credits and Funding:

McCune Charitable Foundation

Timely on:

April: Any time really but possibly for National Poetry Month

Tones:

Engaging, Provocative, Thoughtful

Language:

English

Description:

In August of 2005, a group of poets from across the country attending the National Poetry Slam Championships in Albuquerque, New Mexico, took a break from their competitive events and offered up their words on the subject of "peace" at a special reading. This time on Peace Talks, the forum on peacemaking and nonviolent conflict resolution strategies, listeners will hear highlights from that special event.

Paul Ingles hosts.

Poets featured: Samantha Scolamiero, Ruth Imber, Nick James, Bill Nevins, Kay Crowne, Tito, Grace, and George Miller.