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Rattle Poetry

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Meet a new poet every week, as they talk life and share poems with Rattle's editor, Timothy Green. All that, plus Poets Respond and the Prompt Lines—live every Monday! Rattle is a publication of the Rattle Foundation, an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the practice of poetry, and is not affiliated with any other organization.

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Note: Due to technical difficulties, Rhina wasn't able to join us. Instead, Timothy Green and Katie Dozier talked about her work and read poems with her friends Alfred Nichol and Pedro Poitevin. Rhina P. Espaillat is a bilingual poet, essayist, short... more

Liz Robbins won the 2025 Rattle Chapbook Prize for her book Backlit. She's author of four previous collections, including Night Swimming, which won the 2023 Cold Mountain Press Annual Book Contest, and Play Button, which won the Cider Press Review Bo... more

Billy Collins has contributed frequently to Rattle over the years, including an interview in issue 15. He is the author of 16 collections of poetry, including Sailing Alone Around the Room, Aimless Love and, most recently, Dog Show. He served two ter... more

Poet, writer, food-travel journalist, dining critic, and educator Jen Karetnick is the author/co-author of 22 books, including seven full-length poetry collections, including Organ Language (Lit Fox Books, forthcoming September 2026); Domiciliary (Sh... more

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Recent Guests

Liz Robbins
Winner of the Rattle Chapbook Prize for her book Backlit
Rattle Magazine
Episode: ep. 327 - Liz Robbins
Rauda Muhammad
A poet who shared a response poem about immigrant experiences.
Episode: ep. 326 - Billy Collins
Katie Dozier
Creative editor and prompt lines editor of Rattle.
Rattle Magazine
Episode: ep. 326 - Billy Collins
Jen Karetnick
A poet, writer, food traveler, journalist, and educator
SWWIM (Supporting Women Writers in Miami)
Episode: ep. 325 - Jen Karetnick
Ron Koertge
A prolific writer with many novels and over 20 books of poetry, including his latest 'Pandora's Kitchen'. He's a two-time winner of the PEN Literary Award.
Red Hen Press
Episode: ep. 324 - Ron Koertge
Julia B. Levine
Award-winning poet with a focus on resilience and climate change.
Wolfson Press, LSU Press
Episode: 322-Julia-B-Levine
Chelsea McClellan
Poet with a Pushcart Prize nomination
Episode: ep. 321 - Special Open Mic
Brian O'Sullivan
Poet with engaging themes reflecting personal and universal experiences
Episode: ep. 321 - Special Open Mic
Dick Westheimer
Poet known for engaging and thought-provoking poetry
Episode: ep. 321 - Special Open Mic

Host

Timothy Green
Editor of Rattle Magazine and host of the show, Timothy Green leads engaging discussions with poets, focusing on their work and the creative process. He has a wealth of experience in the poetry field, creating a supportive environment for guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 113 ratings
  • Must watch!

    Great show, interviewing poets. Interesting, entertaining and lots to learn from. Love the open lines at the end too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hemat M
    Australia2 years ago
  • Always

    Always a pleasure and an education. Tim’s kindness, self-awareness, and humble expertise balance the discussion no matter the guest. The Terry Gross of poetry podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eeltown
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful insights

    This is an excellent show with a conversation format about poetry, and what drives poets to the page. I highly recommend it if you enjoy, listening to poems and listening to poets, talk intelligently about poetry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BonnieP'foot
    United States2 years ago
  • Poetry lovers!

    You can enjoy good poems and even become part of the community!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sahlore
    United States2 years ago
  • I love it!

    The best poetry podcast around!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chucksucksforeva
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations with a diverse array of poets, emphasizing the educational value and entertainment in each episode.
The host is often praised for his kindness, expertise, and ability to draw insightful responses from guests, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
The podcast is recommended as a must-listen for poetry lovers and those interested in becoming poets, showcasing a wide spectrum of contemporary voices.
Many express gratitude for the community aspect, noting the chance to participate in open mic readings and eventually connect with each other through poetry.

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ep. 327 - Liz Robbins
Q: Did your positions or feelings about it change and evolve as you were working on the research for this project?
Yes, initially I leaned toward a sex-positive feminist perspective but my views shifted after researching the negative impacts of sex work.
ep. 327 - Liz Robbins
Q: How did you lean into that topic as a topic to be writing poems about?
I wanted to understand the dynamics of how power works in relationships, especially within the context of sex work.
ep. 325 - Jen Karetnick
Q: What makes you decide to explore certain topics in your poems?
Reading widely and drawing from personal experiences informs the topics I choose to write about, leading to a blend of the personal and societal.
ep. 325 - Jen Karetnick
Q: Can you tell us just about your background and how you first started writing poetry?
I first started writing in college, moved to Miami, and ended up applying for a job as a food critic, which taught me a lot about writing.
ep. 316 - J.R. Solonche
Q: What do you think makes poetry engaging?
The sound of language and the music of words evoke deep feelings and connections beyond mere comprehension.

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4. Jen Karetnick
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