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In this episode, we honor Sunthorn Phu, Thailand’s most beloved poet, whose birthday on June 26 is celebrated nationwide.

Though many Thai students know his name from school, Sunthorn Phu’s influence goes far beyond the classroom — shaping Thai language, culture, and literary beauty for generations.

You’ll learn:

• Who Sunthorn Phu was and why he’s called the “Shakespeare of Thailand”

• What makes his poetry special — from rhythm and rhyme to cultural values

• Examples of his most famous works, like Phra Aphai Mani and Nirat poems

• How his words reflect love, loss, travel, and deep emotional insight

👀 As a Thai learner, you’ll gain:

• A deeper appreciation for poetic Thai language and classical expressions

• Cultural context behind Thai values like respect, love, and nostalgia

• A glimpse into the literary beauty that still shapes Thai identity today

Even if you’ve never read Thai poetry, this episode will open your ears to the music of the language — and how one poet made Thai not just a language, but an art.

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