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The Wright Conversations: Kwame Alexander

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Season 2025 Episode 24 | 10m 12s

Kwame Alexander comes to The Wright to discuss his newest book, "This is the Honey: An Anthology of Contemporary Black Poets" and read excerpts from his many writings. He curated a collection of contemporary anthems, being tender, piercing and deeply inspiring throughout. Featuring work from well-loved poets such as Rita Dove, Jericho Brown, Warsan Shire, Ross Gay, Tracy K. Smith, Terrance Hayes,

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