Matthew Shenoda talks with Chris Abani about poetry in Nigeria, the oral and religious traditions in African poetry, and the one-sided conversation between African and European poets.

Chris Abani: International Poets in Conversation

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Malena Mörling and Jonas Ellerström discuss Swedish poetry and the challenges of translation, and they read some poems in both Swedish and English from their anthology, The Star By My Head.

Malena Mörling and Jonas Ellström: International Poets in Conversation

Christopher Merrill speaks with Harris Khalique about literary traditions in Pakistan, the cultural influences of different cities, and the important role of women in Pakistani literature.

Harris Khalique: International Poets in Conversation

Kwame Dawes speaks with Matthew Shenoda about Shenoda's poetry and identity as an Egyptian American, and the poetry of the African diaspora.

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Matthew Shenoda: International Poets in Conversation

South African poet Gabeba Baderoon speaks with Matthew Shenoda about poetry and apartheid in South Africa.

Gabeba Baderoon: International Poets in Conversation

American poet Kevin Young talks to Les Murray about Australian poetry and culture.

Chris Abani: International Poets in Conversation

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