EPISODE · May 30, 2026 · 25 MIN
What Would You Tell Your Younger Self? The Poetry of A.E. Housman
from Stay Lit · host KDI Productions
In this episode of Stay Lit, hosts Miles Ellison and Cambria Shaw explore the life and poetry of A.E. Housman, one of England's most beloved poets. After a look at Housman's fascinating biography, they turn to two of his most enduring poems, "When I Was One-and-Twenty" and "Loveliest of Trees, The Cherry Now." Through these works, Housman reflects on the wisdom we often ignore in our youth and the sobering realization that our time is limited. What advice would you give your younger self? And how many springs do we have left to enjoy? Join us as we examine Housman's timeless meditation on youth, regret, mortality, and the preciousness of life.
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In this episode of Stay Lit, hosts Miles Ellison and Cambria Shaw explore the life and poetry of A.E. Housman, one of England's most beloved poets. After a look at Housman's fascinating biography, they turn to two of his most enduring poems, "When I Was One-and-Twenty" and "Loveliest of Trees, The Cherry Now." Through these works, Housman reflects on the wisdom we often ignore in our youth and the sobering realization that our time is limited. What advice would you give your younger self? And...
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