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EPISODE · Nov 17, 2025 · 6 MIN

Robert Burns' "Epistle to a Young Friend"

from The Daily Poem · host Sean Johnson

In today’s poem (sometimes printed alternatively as “Letter to a Young Friend”), Scotland’s national poet gives life advice with his characteristic blend of sincerity and levity. Happy reading! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

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