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SERIES: The Language of Life
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6 minutesThis episode features two women who have turned pain and suffering into beautiful works of art and award-winning poetry.The Language of LifeThe Field of Time: Linda McCarriston and Sandra McPhersonMarch 7, 1995
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7 minutesThe 13th-century Islamic mystic Jelaluddin Rumi is brought to life in this revealing look at his works.The Language of LifeLove’s Confusing Joy: Coleman Barks on Poet Jelaluddin RumiMarch 16, 1995
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2 minutesIn this episode, Lucille Clifton and David Mura explore their cultural histories, , childhoods, race and life in America today.The Language of LifeCome Celebrate with Me: Lucille Clifton and David MuraMarch 22, 1995
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3 minutesThis episode features three very different artists who share an ability to transport audiences and instill hope with their poetry.The Language of LifeSome Can Sing: Claribel Alegría, Robert Hass and Carolyn ForchéMay 1, 1995
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5 minutesExpressions of rage and forgiveness by Jimmy Santiago Baca, of identity and duality by Marilyn Chin, and of aging and wisdom by Robert Bly.The Language of LifeSwirl Like A Leaf: Jimmy Santiago Baca, Marilyn Chin and Robert BlyMay 18, 1995
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6 minutesBill Moyers interviews poets Daisy Zamora and Gary Snyder in front of a live audience at the fifth annual Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival in Waterloo, New Jersey.The Language of LifeHere in the Mind: Daisy Zamora and Gary SnyderMay 26, 1995
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2 minutesThe poets talks about the music, culture, history, and everyday moments that have inspired their prose.The Language of LifeWelcome to the Mainland: Sekou Sundiata and Naomi Shihab NyeJune 23, 1995
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2 minutesThree acclaimed poets, including Adrienne Rich, talk with Bill Moyers about the power of poetry including it's ability to tell the truth.The Language of LifeThe Heart of Things: Adrienne Rich, Michael Harper and Victor Hernández CruzJuly 28, 1995