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The Slowdown
A poem and a moment of reflection every weekday.

“A true break from the cacophony of life.”

- Alice Florence Orr from Podcast Review
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1016: In the Seam of Life
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1016: In the Seam of Life

December 8, 2023

Today’s poem is In the Seam of Life by Rachel Galvin.

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December 7, 2023

Today’s poem is Death Letter #2 by Sean Thomas Dougherty.

1014: Date

December 6, 2023

Today’s poem is Date by Taneum Bambrick.

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Each time you tune in to The Slowdown®, you make space for a moment of poetry and pause, as well as an opportunity for reflection with host Major Jackson. During this season of giving and gratitude, we’re reminded of why our community of listeners makes this public media show a part of their daily lives. Many listeners have already stepped up and made a gift to support the show.

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