Daniel Smith: Land and Language

In this episode, Daniel Smith shares his poetic journey rooted in farming life, his influences like poet Gary Snyder, and the importance of capturing fleeting moments through poetry. We explore how his work preserves rural heritage and inspires future generations.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Daniel Smith and his poetic roots

02:17 Why Daniel started writing poetry: influence of family and land

06:52 First poem: Gary Snyder's influence and farm life

15:05 Story behind 'Texas Nineteen Seventy Four'

27:13 Austin Smith's poetry and their father-son connection

33:47 Daniel's current writing and recent publications

The poems on today's podcast can be found in Daniel Smith's book Ancestral.

"Instructions on How to Put an Old Horse Down" can be found in Austin Smiths book Almanac.

Poems from the Winter House by Daniel Smith

Ancestral by Daniel Smith

Gary Snyder - Official Website - https://www.garysnyder.org/

Daniel's son Austin Smith's website: https://austinsmithpoetry.com/

The episode on The Poetic Turn featuring Austin Smith: https://www.thepoeticturn.com/austin-smith-the-poetry-of-place/

Evan's website: www.evancarlsonactor.com

Darren's website: www.darrensvoice.com

Our cover art is by Lara Johnson: @lara_johnson_art