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Today in California: Aimee Crocker
California State Librarian Greg Lucas speaks with Aimee Crocker in 1936. Aimee Crocker grew up in Sacramento and was well known for her unconventional lifestyle. In her conversation with the State Librarian, you will hear about one of the loves of her life – Kaa, her boa constrictor. Aimee Crocker is portrayed by Connie Clark.
Featured Audio
This first podcast by the American Haiku Archives (AHA), presents an overview of the archive—the largest public collection of haiku-related materials outside Japan. Poets Garry Gay and Patricia Machmiller discuss the AHA’s founding in 1996, and describe some of the treasures in the AHA’s collection. They also read selections of their own haiku and announce the names of their fellow AHA board members. In appreciation of his work on behalf of the AHA, Michael Dylan Welch’s poems are read. The podcast closes with readings of two linked poems co-written by Michael and Garry. This podcast was hosted by Gene Larson and recorded on April 13, 2017 at the California State Library.
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