Former U.S. poet laureate Ada Limón says poetry can be an antidote in trying times, because it reminds us how to feel, celebrate, connect, and grieve. She joins Piya Chattopadhyay to talk about why we should embrace the form even if it feels intimidating, her mission to connect people with nature by putting poems in parks, and the message she sent to the Library of Congress in the early days of U.S. President Donald Trump's second term.

Former U.S. poet laureate Ada Limón says poetry can be an antidote in trying times, because it reminds us how to feel, celebrate, connect, and grieve. She joins Piya Chattopadhyay to talk about why we should embrace the form even if it feels intimidating, her mission to connect people with nature by putting poems in parks, and the message she sent to the Library of Congress in the early days of U.S. President Donald Trump's second term.

Former U.S. poet laureate&nbsp;Ada Limón&nbsp;says poetry can be an antidote in trying times, because it reminds us how to feel, celebrate, connect, and grieve. She joins Piya Chattopadhyay to talk about why we should embrace the form even if it feels intimidating, her mission to connect people with nature by putting poems in parks, and the message she sent to the Library of Congress in the early days of U.S. President Donald Trump's second term.

A poet's guide to navigating chaotic times

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Smart takes. Surprising finds. Piya Chattopadhyay helps you understand the important stories with people who know them best, and goes deep with newsmakers and game changers. On Sundays, you'll get the context and forces behind the headlines. On Wednesdays, you'll learn more about the people shaping our culture, and discover something new. So whether you want to understand the world, or escape it for a while, we've got you covered. Catch live and on-demand broadcasts at https://link.mgln.ai/iUSF6q.

Smart takes. Surprising finds. Piya Chattopadhyay helps you understand the important stories with people who know them best, and goes deep with newsmakers and game changers. On Sundays, you'll get the context and forces behind the headlines. On Wednesdays, you'll learn more about the people shaping our culture, and discover something new. So whether you want to understand the world, or escape it for a while, we've got you covered. Catch live and on-demand broadcasts at <a href="https://link.mgln.ai/iUSF6q" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://link.mgln.ai/iUSF6q</a>.

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