Best Senryu Podcasts (2025)

In this special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, host Patricia welcomes celebrated Canadian poet Reid Hepworth for a stunning reading from her collection Loss Is a River. Praised for its emotional depth and lyrical power, Hepworth’s work explores love, loss, memory, and the quiet moments that shape our lives. Patricia also shares an important cor…

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S8E47 Celebrating Tanka: Highlights from the Poetry Pea Journal 46:25

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Join Patricia for a special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, featuring original tanka poetry from contemporary writers around the world. In this episode, she shares the judges’ nominations for the best tanka selected for the forthcoming Poetry Pea Journal. If you enjoy tanka, haiku, short-form poetry, or modern Japanese-inspired verse, this episo…

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S8E46 Haiku from Andalusia: A Reading with Claire Thom of Wee Sparrow Press 46:14

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This week on the Poetry Peacast, we welcome Scottish poet Claire Thom, joining us from Andalusia, Spain. Claire, founder of Wee Sparrow Press, shares haiku and haibun from her beautiful collection Wildflowers in Oyster Stone. It's always enjoyable to hear a poet read their work, don't you think? Discover how travel, nature, and poetic craft intertw…

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S8E45 A Poetry Reading with Canadian Poet Allison Douglas Tourner 24:28

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In this episode, we visit with Canadian poet Allison Douglas Tourner, who reads from her haunting and beautiful collection sticks & bones. Together, we wander through memory, myth, and the stories that shape us — from childhood books to the darker corners of imagination. There’s also a bit of breaking news for poetry lovers: publication of the Poet…

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S8E44 Poetry Pea Heads to the Beach with Haiku & Senryu 18:12

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As the rain lashes Zürich and the winter tyres go on, it’s time to escape to somewhere warmer! In this episode of the Poetry Peacast, we’re off to the beaches of Langkawi, Malaysia — swapping snowflakes for seashells and cold toes for sand between them. Patricia shares previously published haiku and senryu from the beach, plus new poems inspired by…

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S8E43 The Senryu Sessions Part 3- Pop Quiz 25:38

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It’s Poetry Pea’s birthday! To celebrate, we’re throwing a Senryū Pop Quiz — and you’re invited. In this episode, we put our poetic instincts to the test: can you tell your haiku from your senryū? Or have some poems wandered off into the wild world of micropoetry? Join us for a fun, thought-provoking episode full of literary nerdery, and maybe a li…

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S8E42 Poetry Pea The Senryu Sessons part 2 - defining senryu 28:07

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In this episode of Poetry Pea: The Senryū Sessions (Part Two), Patricia dives deeper into the poetic dance between haiku and senryū — where do they meet, and where do they part ways? With insights from scholars like Shirane, Wirth, Pizzarelli, and Virgil, we explore what makes a haiku an observation and a senryū a commentary. Through poems by Linda…

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S8E41 Poetry Pea: The Senryu Sessons - Part One - Senryū 26:19

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This episode of the Poetry PeaPodcast is Part One of a series on senryū. A form of Japanese short poetry We begin by asserting that senryū do not have to be humorous. They offer sharp, human insights that continue to spark debate among poets and editors. In this episode you’ll hear examples from both the Japanese canon and contemporary English-lang…

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S8E40 Poetry Pea International Dot Day Special - Haiku & Flashku Special 18:07

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S8E39 Creepy Crawlies in haiku & senryu 48:02

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Original poems by global poets. Welcome to the Poetry Pea Podcast – your home for haiku, senryū and short-form poetry. 🐞🦋🐝 In this episode, inspired by Liam Maguire’s “creepy crawly” presentation, our judges Clive Grewcock, Melissa Dennison and Liam himself share their nominations for the Judges’ Choice. Expect beetles, butterflies, ants, dragonfli…

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S8E38 Dancing with Words: Tango, Spring and Fair Play 23:40

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✨ Welcome to the Poetry Pea Podcast ✨ In this episode, we share beautiful haiku and senryū from our community, inspired by the video prompts. You’ll hear poetry chosen by editor Amy Watson from the August prompt, and we’ll look ahead to September’s beach-themed prompt curated by Neena Singh. Alongside the poetry, I raise an important question about…

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S8E37 Kyoka - the wild side of tanka poetry 22:26

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In this episode we round off our tanka series with something a little different – kyōka. Kyōka are often described as the “wild poems” of the tanka world – witty, playful, and full of wry social commentary. Think of them as to tanka what senryū are to haiku. 👉 What you’ll hear in this episode: A short introduction to kyōka and their place in Japane…

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S8E36 How to Write a Superior Poem 39:21

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Welcome to Poetry Pea! In this episode, Patricia shares practical tips and writing exercises on how to write superior tanka poetry. Building on last week’s look at the ten styles of poetry, today we dive into Teika’s principles, examples of great tanka, and step-by-step challenges to help you improve your craft. Whether you’re brand new to tanka, a…

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S8E35 Ten Styles of Poetry 27:19

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✨ Today we’re diving into the world of Fujiwara no Teika (1162–1241) — one of Japan’s most influential poets, teachers, and literary critics. If you’re curious about tanka poetry, this is a perfect place to start. In this podcast we’ll explore: Teika’s ten styles of waka and why they still matter His core ideal of ushin (“conviction of feeling”) Th…

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S8E34 Small Elephants in Short Form Poetry 17:34

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Pack your poetic passport — this week, the Poetry Pea Podcast is off to Borneo! Our theme? Elephants in haiku and senryu, inspired by Borneo’s rare and gentle pygmy elephants. In this episode: 🐘 Haiku & senryu from Linda Ludwig’s last video prompt editorship 📖 Treasures from past Poetry Pea Journals 🌿 Elephant-themed poems from other talented write…

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S8E33 John Wills and the art of haiku 33:44

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Today we’re diving into technique. But wait! Don’t run for the hills just yet, or even the mountains…. This isn’t a dry lecture—we’re doing technique the Poetry Pea way: through the lens of rich, inspirational poetry. And we’re in for a real treat today because we’re in the company of one of the greats: John Wills. A master of the short form, Wills…

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S8E32 Senryu with a sense of Humour 15:20

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Welcome to the PoetryPea Podcast, your go-to show for English-language haiku, senryu, and other short-form poetry. In this special episode, we’re embracing the lighter side of verse with a delightful collection of funny senryu. When community member Melissa Dennison asked for more humour in her life, we thought—what better way to celebrate the joy …

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S8E31 Poetry Pea Live - Zoka 51:31

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In this very special episode of the Poetry Pea Podcast, we bring you our first ever live salon event — and it's all about Zōka, the generative force behind haiku and nature itself. Featuring readings from the anthology One Thread and a conversation with its editor, Janice Doppler, this gathering celebrates the power of becoming, creativity, and poe…

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S8E30 Haiku with love from Switzerland 18:09

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What happens when alphorns echo through the streets of Zürich? They inspire short form poetry from around the world — and this week’s episode features some of the best! These original haiku and senryū were written in response to June’s Video Prompt — a monthly moment of creativity on our YouTube channel. ✍️✨ Featuring voices like: 🖋️ Daniela Misso …

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S8E29 All the colours of butterflies in haiku 18:28

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🐛🕷️ Creepy Crawlies Have Entered the Chat… This week on the Poetry Peacast, we’re getting under your skin — in the best possible way — with a fresh collection of haiku and short form poetry inspired by the little creatures that wriggle, buzz, crawl, and fly. 🦋 Featuring poems from Poetry Pea Journals past (and a few haiku legends), this episode exp…

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S8E28 Poetry Pea Reading with Julie Bloss Kelsey 35:22

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What does healing sound like in haiku? This week, poet Julie Bloss Kelsey joins me to read from her deeply moving collection, Grasping the Fading Light: A Journey Through PTSD — winner of the 2021 International Women’s Haiku Contest. Her work brings vulnerability, strength, and beauty to the page. Together we explore grief, trauma, recovery, and re…

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S8E27 Creepy Crawly Haiku 42:40

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An episode of haiku poetry presented by Liam Maguire on the topic of creepy crawlies. Honestly he does a brilliant job. He's inspired me to write and I hope he'll inspire you to write too. Check out the submission diary. You can read the slides on the YouTube version or check them our at Buy Me A Coffee, where you can support the work of the podcas…

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S8E26 There is No Haiku without Zoka 16:28

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Without zoka, there is no haiku… Zoka — the creative, the generative force that animates the universe — is more than a concept. It's the heartbeat of haiku. In this week’s Poetry Pea Podcast, I reflect on Janice Doppler’s brilliant essay, “Following Bashō, Following Zoka,” and the powerful conversations it’s sparked within our community. I talk abo…

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S8E25 It's Flashku & Prompt Time 32:46

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This week on the podcast from Poetry Pea we have: a reply from Bruce Feingold regarding my problems with the Touchstone awards a bit of data research from Bill Fay some haiku & senryū written for the latest flashk the poems chosen by Linda L Ludwig from May's prompt video Thank you to all the poets who have had their work chosen. Thank you to Anne …

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S8E24 Haiku to kick back to 18:28

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Do you ever feel like there’s just not enough time for you? I’m in one of those seasons. When I sat down to plan this week’s episode, I thought I’d explore the poetry of Chiyo-ni — and oh, the rabbit holes I found! That’s going to take more time. But today, I just needed a slower pace… and maybe you do too. So, I offer you something gentler: ✨ a ja…

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S8E23: The Poet Lenard D Moore 38:43

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The point of today's podcast is to get you excited to write haiku and senryū for the second volume of The Poetry Pea Anthology, “Little Marvels.” As you’ll know from the podcasts I’ve already published the topic is belonging and alienation this year. If you haven’t listened to themHere they are: A Reading with Roman Lyakhovetsky The Poetry of Alien…

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S8E22: Poetry in the Shadows 50:15

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haiku, senryu and tanka about death. It's much more cheerful than that sounds. In the end I think the Ravens won! Are you all Vikings? There's a bit of homework in there for you too. Do you agree / disagree with the thoughts expressed at the beginning of the podcast? Write and let me know. ShownotesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E21 Poetry not doughnuts 21:40

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What am I on about doughnuts for? You'll have to listen to find out, but you'll also hear some original poetry, mostly written for the podcast. I also try out some AI. What do you think? Please support the podcast by Becoming a member Buying us a coffee or spreading the word about us on social media Your mission this week, should you choose it Don’…

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S8E20 There is only good verse, bad verse and chaos 41:51

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A discussion of the importance of poetic history to our writing with the philosopher poets, Sean O'Connor and Thomas Festa. Your mission is to email me with your thoughts: Did this podcast work for you What topics would you like to hear them talk about Did you agree / disagree with the two poets Email me and let me know. show notes…

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S8E19 Can you write Split Sequence Poetry 24:34

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S8E18 Haibun to inspire your writing 27:34

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This week I revisit some haibun that Poetry Pea nominated for awards from their Journals over the years. Will you be writing for the next Poetry Pea Journal of Haibun, Tendrils? Check out the show notes Submissions diaryBy Poetry Pea

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S8E17 How to write your haibun prose poetry 48:59

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This week in our how to haibun episode to get you inspired to submit to Poetry Pea I have for you: a Patricia who is a tiny bit cross a romp through tradition of the Japanese prose poem Some advice on how you can write them If you would lie to support the podcast, please purchase a membership, a coffee or spread the word about this, the world's num…

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S8E16 Celebrating International Haiku Poetry 36:39

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S8E15 A Reading with Poet Roman Lyakhovetsky 24:41

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S8E14 A Whisper of Moths, Poetically 11:38

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Poetry Pea presents short form poetry about moths. You can read them in the latest Poetry Pea Journal 1:25. show notes I can’t continue to offer this podcast without a little bit of financial help. You can become a member, purchase one of our journals, or buy us a coffee. Please consider it. Thank you.…

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S8E13 Original Scifi Ku 54:25

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S8E12 Death Poetry part 2 25:19

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This week, I’m going to be continuing with the theme of death poetry, taking a look at some interesting areas: Japanese prisoners of war, held in Japan and other countries, writing their jisei before their execution Poems written by those about to commit seppuku Poems from the ancient masters of our genre Anyone who doesn’t want to listen to poems …

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S8E11 Death Poetry part one 35:33

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Today's podcast is about Death Poetry, more specifically * Jisei, * Zekku * Death awareness poetry. It will be the first of a two-part series of podcasts. I’ll share what I’ve learnt with you, read you some poetry and then give you a clue as to what I’ll be expecting next month in the death poem submission period. There will be rabbit holes… Do che…

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S8E10 International Women's Day in Poetry 16:53

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Let's celebrate women through Poetry. Poetry By Women Poetry About Women show notesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E9 What's the theme of today's podcast? 10:01

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You tell me... Put your guess on : instagram Bluesky X Don't forget to tag me Show notesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E8 The Poetry of Alienation 27:52

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This week I want to return to thoughts of the Poetry Pea Anthology, Little Marvels for 2025, which if you’ve been listening to the podcasts this year you’ll know is on the theme of belonging and alienation. Don’t worry, you have time to think about your submissions, your invitation will be arriving at some point later in the year… of course later c…

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S8E7 Summer Poetry 16:40

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A feast of summer haiku & a few senryu too! Join Patricia for original poetry, written by you and for you on this week's podcast. ShownotesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E6 Poetry of Love 18:33

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What am I up to this week? Apart from trying to lose those extra kilograms I put on on holiday? Well February is the month of love; the month we celebrate St Valentine’s Day. So today, a little early, or maybe late, depending on when you are joining me, we are going to hear love haiku, senryū, tanka and haibun. For limks and citations please head t…

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S8E5 Belonging in Poetry 26:39

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I want to introduce the theme for this year’s anthology to you. Little Marvels, our annual anthology will be on the theme of belonging and alienation. Speaking of belonging, if you want to belong in the anthology you need to sign up for our mailing list, as it is by invitation only and only people on the list will be invited. If you’ve enjoyed this…

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S8E4 A Love Story in Poetry Ryokan and Teishin 15:39

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What poetry would you write to the love of your life? Have a listen Write your love a poem See what ocmes back Let me know... ShownotesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E3 The Great Fool Poet Ryōkan 20:51

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Some poems for you to contemplate and perhaps wonder: Why is this poet not considered one of the great masters of the Japanese short form Could you have lived as he did What brings you joy in life Now perhaps you're inspired to write some haiku / senryu or even tanka. ShownotesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E2 How to Write Scifiku 16:37

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Get some expert advice on how to write scifiku Be ready for the submission period 1-15 Feb 2025 Write Check out the submission diary. ShownotesBy Poetry Pea

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S8E1 New Year, Original Poetry, Split Sequences 21:55

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If you want a how to write split sequences I have a workshops for you by Peter Jastermsky. Today you will hear: Solo sequences Collaborative sequences A sequence by host Patricia and Peter Jastermsky Hope you enjoy it. show notesBy Poetry Pea

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S7E53 The Poetry that is Tanka 41:35

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shownotes This is the very last Poetry Peacast of season 7, a special one, full of your original tanka poetry. Thank you to all of you loyal listeners and all my new poet friends who have joined us this year. It’s a treat for me to spend time with you and to read your work during the submission periods. I enjoy the comments that our lovely editing …