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Book · 2015 · Poetry

B

by Sarah Kay · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

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It's a poem called B and it's by Sarah Kay the one and only Sarah K spoken word maestro.
Seth Godin · The Tim Ferriss Show · Dec 2019 Listen at 11:09

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B by Sarah Kay is a celebrated spoken word poem that captures the profound emotional bond and protective love between a mother and her daughter. On The Tim Ferriss Show podcast episode titled #402: Books I've Loved — Seth Godin and Esther Perel, broadcast on December 16, 2019, Seth Godin recommended this piece, describing the author as a spoken word maestro. Godin praised the emotional resonance of the poem, emphasizing its power and beauty as an artistic expression of maternal care, vulnerability, and hopes for the future. The recommendation stands out as a unique literary choice that transcends traditional books, showcasing the profound impact that contemporary performance poetry can have on listeners. By highlighting Kay's work, Godin drew attention to the art form of spoken word and its ability to communicate complex emotional truths with striking economy of language. The mention invites audiences to experience a piece that touches on universal themes of family, legacy, and unconditional love through the distinctive and captivating voice of one of the genre's most prominent practitioners, making it a memorable highlight from a conversation dedicated to formative literary influences.

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