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How poetry builds teenagers' confidence (w/ Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar)

How poetry builds teenagers' confidence (w/ Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar)

Update: 2025-03-172
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In honor of National Poetry Month, Chris is speaking with Naisha Randhar. Naisha is the Youth Poet Laureate of Dallas, the author of Roses of Arma, and the youngest guest Chris has ever interviewed — she’s a high school sophomore. Chris and Naisha talk about the inspiring work of teaching teenagers poetry and how to balance self-awareness with self-confidence. Naisha also encourages listeners to be witnesses more than interpreters and how it’s equally important to witness yourself and your presence in the world.


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How poetry builds teenagers' confidence (w/ Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar)

How poetry builds teenagers' confidence (w/ Youth Poet Laureate Naisha Randhar)