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POETICS Podcast: Episode 28 - "Persephone's Testimony" by Sibyl James, host Tamarah Rockwood
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- POETICS: Poetry Podcast
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- Aug 7, 2025
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Summary
Reclaiming lost voices - In this episode, we explore a poem that weaves Greek mythology with the forgotten history of Chinese silk-making. "Persephone's Testimony" transforms the underworld myth into a meditation on cultural appropriation and lost languages. The poem traces how the materials of creation—silk, paper, ink—were once "ours" before being claimed and renamed. Through Persephone's voice, the poet asks: what must we let wither to reclaim our authentic voice? How do we spin new language from stolen heritage? Join us as we unpack the revolutionary act of learning to name ourselves. Get full access to Bainbridge Island Press at bainbridgeislandpress.substack.com/subscribe