Poetry | Baba Taher's khoshā emshō, Introduct...

In the fourth part of our discussion about the Tale of Zahhak, Leyla and Dr. Sahba Shayani introduce the story of Fereydoon, who, as we already know by now, eventually kills Zahhak and rules Iran in his place. Zahhak tries in vain to prevent fate, and Fereydoon, even as a child, ...  Show more

In this lesson, we learn from Leyla and Dr. Sahba Shayani about the nature of the evil king Zahhak's reign and the beginning of his downfall. 

Today’s poem is Echo by Christina Rossetti.

The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Major writes… “Today’s poem calls back to a deceased beloved, to return to this side of existence, to traverse the layers of time — an incantation that wishes to ...

Join host Vanshika Navlani on The Best Hindi Urdu Poetry Shayari Podcast as she shares a touching poem dedicated to the residents of old age homes.

This heartfelt piece delves into the emotions and experiences of those who reside in these homes, offering a gli ...

Roses are red, violets are blue, has poetry ever been intimidating for you? For many people, this art form can feel unapproachable, but poet and educator Sarah Kay, suggests that people who don’t like poetry just maybe haven’t found a poem that really speaks to them. Sarah propos ...  Show more

Today’s poem is Second Paradise by Chard deNiord. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual.

In this episode, Major writes… “Today’s shrewd poem ardently shows how time shreds memories into a dreamlike sequence of events, yet we are preserved in our stories.”