Poetry Passages 157: Billy Collins - Interview & Reading (PART I)

PART I of a new interview with former U.S. Poet Laureate, Billy Collins, author twelve books of poetry, including his latest, Musical Tables--a collection of 125 "small poems" (Random House; 2022). In this episode, Billy Collins discusses what it means to him to be "America's Favorite Poet"; the genesis of his popular Facebook Live program, The Poetry Broadcast; and why he decided to work in the "small poem" form. Collins also shares a few thoughts about haiku--and more! PART II will follow shortly! Hosted by Clifford Rames. More info--and buy the book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/bo...