Well, this was awkward.In this episode of The Poetry Vessel – Master Your Craft, we react to the viral alleged RFK Jr. erotic poem and use it as a teaching moment. We discuss what makes erotic poetry effective, why some poems miss the mark, and how writers can balance sensuality, subtlety, and craft. We also read an excerpt from Pablo Neruda to compare strong erotic imagery with weaker examples.What we cover:- what makes erotic poetry work- common mistakes in erotic poems- explicit vs erotic writing- examples of powerful sensual imagery- how to write erotic poems with nuance and depth👉 JOIN OUR POETRY COMMUNITY: https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/signupSUBMIT YOUR POETRY:https://www.thepoetryvessel.com/submit🎓 BUY OUR POETRY COURSE (LIMITED TIME DISCOUNT):https://www.nathanhassall.com/changeyourbrainEVERYTHING ELSE: 📚 Recommended Reading: https://shorturl.at/SOYRP👉 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanhassall📸 Nathan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanhassallpoetry/🌀 The Poetry Vessel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoetryvessel📧 Business inquiries: [email protected]🎥Our Film Gear: https://shorturl.at/j9MTW🙏 How to Support TPV: https://thepoetryvessel.com/donate/🕰️ TIMESTAMPS:0:00 – Poetry in the news: the viral RFK Jr. erotic poem0:24 – Welcome to The Poetry Vessel – Master Your Craft0:30 – What makes erotic poetry work (and why it often fails)0:46 – Background on the alleged RFK Jr. poem1:32 – Why we’re focusing on the poem, not the politics2:05 – Full reading of the alleged RFK Jr. erotic poem3:39 – First reaction: why this poem feels uncomfortable4:25 – Erotic poetry from a woman’s perspective5:30 – Explicit vs erotic: important differences6:06 – Shock value vs genuine sensuality in poetry7:02 – Common mistakes in erotic poetry9:43 – Why some erotic poems make audiences cringe10:10 – Pablo Neruda example: what good erotic poetry sounds like11:18 – Why Neruda’s imagery succeeds where others fail13:05 – Objectification vs seeing the whole person15:04 – Playfulness, subtlety, and suggestion in erotic poems17:02 – The art of teasing: how to imply without overexplaining19:20 – Desire, fantasy, and imagination in erotic writing21:09 – Taste, tone, and avoiding desperation in erotic poems23:40 – Poets who write powerful erotic or romantic poetry25:00 – Writing erotic poetry from real emotional experience27:30 – Do you need personal experience to write erotic poetry?30:19 – When language fails and feeling takes over32:27 – One key tip for writing better erotic poems33:14 – Outro: Subscribe, comment, and join our mailing list—FTC DISCLAIMER:Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that if you click on them I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I 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!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. All photos and images have been included with the permission of the guest and anonymous clients. This podcast is an opinion-driven program, and all statements and discussions are made with the understanding that they are subjective and may not reflect objective facts or truths. 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.#poetlaureate #howtowritepoetry #whatpoetryis #poetrywriting #poetsofyoutube