merritt's Musings

About merritt's Musings

I am an experienced English teacher who loves poetry, literature and education. Hear my thoughts on my favorite poems, as well as tips and tricks for how to help students learn. And thoughts about my dogs.I'd love to hear your thoughts on this podcast and any suggestions you may have for topics/poems for me to muse about. Please email me at svahatao@yahoo.com.

Publisher

Jason Merritt

Category

arts · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 May 2020

Latest episode

30 Jun 2025

Latest episodes

25 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Jun 2025

   "Second Coming" by William Butler Yeats

   This episode analyzes William Butler Yeats' poem "Second Coming," exploring themes of societal collapse and the loss of innocence.

2. 

   23 Jun 2025

   "In Blackwater Woods" by Mary Oliver

   Merritt explores Mary Oliver's poem "In Blackwater Woods," revealing themes of transformation, loss, and the cyclical nature of life.

3. 

   3 Jun 2022

   "God Says Yes to Me" by Kaylin Huaght

   Kaylin Huaght shares a poetic exploration of divine acceptance and personal freedom, emphasizing God's unconditional affirmation of individuality.

Who has been a guest on merritt's Musings

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Kaylin Huaght
• Bernadette Noll
• Julia Kasdorf

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 8 / 100

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Quality

4

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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