Interesting podcast! I like that idea of going from poetry to reporting/journalism. Agreed that there is artistry to writing journalism.
I find a clarity in the Zen Buddhist poetry and koans as well. There is a directness that hits home and allows the reader to fill in much with their own imagination, yet never covering the original message.
Mentioning of being absorbed by screens is what got me to realize how much I was missing on my Nature hikes. I would get so absorbed with my camera app or ebird app that I was not truly appreciating all around. Took me a little while to wean myself off of the apps, but my Nature hikes are much more focused on what I see and hear that moment.
Wow, Neil. Thanks so much for listening and giving some feedback. Love your description of zen poetry. I’ve always liked the spaciousness too; one of the reasons I enjoy your poetry! It’s funny how just a few words or lines can be like an open door to the entire world. They leave so much room for imagination. Also, glad you and I both are thinking about not interrupting nature with screens. Don’t drop your camera completely tho! Been enjoying your photos.
Interesting podcast! I like that idea of going from poetry to reporting/journalism. Agreed that there is artistry to writing journalism.
I find a clarity in the Zen Buddhist poetry and koans as well. There is a directness that hits home and allows the reader to fill in much with their own imagination, yet never covering the original message.
Mentioning of being absorbed by screens is what got me to realize how much I was missing on my Nature hikes. I would get so absorbed with my camera app or ebird app that I was not truly appreciating all around. Took me a little while to wean myself off of the apps, but my Nature hikes are much more focused on what I see and hear that moment.
Great interview and thanks for sharing.
Wow, Neil. Thanks so much for listening and giving some feedback. Love your description of zen poetry. I’ve always liked the spaciousness too; one of the reasons I enjoy your poetry! It’s funny how just a few words or lines can be like an open door to the entire world. They leave so much room for imagination. Also, glad you and I both are thinking about not interrupting nature with screens. Don’t drop your camera completely tho! Been enjoying your photos.