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Hosted by Bill Ricquier · arts · EN · 73 episodes
Readings of poetry, prose and thoughts on cricket by Bill Ricquier.
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Episode #74
<p>Today's poem is apt for the day of rest - a cute poem by William Cowper (pronounced Cooper), one of the most popular English poets in the 18th century. In 'The Snail', Cowper meditates on the snail's solitary, hermit-like life whilst parodying its self-containment, pre-figuring today's anxieties about urban isolation. If Cowper were living today, perhaps he might write about 'The Screen'. </p> <p> </p>
Episode #73
<p>After a long hiatus, we return with a love poem. Elizabeth Barrett Browning's Sonnet 43 is a classic love poem from the Victorian era. The penultimate poem in her series of 44 sonnets, sonnet 43 catches the audience's attention instantly with its memorable opening line, "How Do I Love Thee?"</p> <p>How, indeed? The speaker's conversational opening rises into mythical proportions as she enumerates the countless dimensions of her love — its depth, breadth, and height. Moving from the quiet, everyday to passionate devotional love, the poem, though simple, also gives us a glimpse into the depth and breadth of the speaker's em...
Episode #72
<p>Bill and Akshob discuss the latest Ashes action from the thrilling Tests in Adelaide to a disappointing Boxing Day match in Melbourne.</p> <p>They discuss standout performances from Alex Carey, Travis Head and Nathan Lyon, critique selection choices and spin options for England, and reflect on the fine margins that decided matches.</p> <p>The hosts also cover the financial and fan fallout from two short Tests and debate the controversial day-night pink‑ball plan for the 150th anniversary Test at the MCG in 2027.</p>
Episode #71
<p>A Christmas Carol in Prose: Being a Ghost Story of Christmas by Charles Dickens</p> <p>Scrooge surprises everyone by changing his stingy ways after a transformative Christmas. He raises Bob Cratchit's salary, becomes a loving friend and second father to Tiny Tim, and commits to keeping Christmas in his heart forever.</p> <p>May this christmas classic remind us to be joyful and generous; Merry Christmas everyone!</p>
Episode #70
<p>Today, Bill reads his favourite Christmas poem by John Betjeman. Find more Advent readings in the archives, such as this one published last year on Christmas Eve. </p> <p> </p>
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