Poet Sasha Debevec-McKenney on writing with joy
About this episode
Georgina Godwin interviews poet Sasha Debevec-McKenney about her debut poetry collection and its recognition.
Georgina Godwin is joined by Sasha Debevec-McKenney to discuss the writer’s debut poetry collection “Joy is My Middle Name”, which is shortlisted for the 2026 Dylan Thomas Prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Georgina Godwin
Guest: Sasha Debevec-McKenney
Topics covered
- poetry
- writing
- joy
- debut collection
- literary awards
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Joy is My Middle Name
More episodes of Meet the Writers
- Nicholas Thompson on leading change and running habits
- Rachel Eliza Griffiths and the weight of memory
- Catherine Carr and the complexities of sibling dynamics
- Maria Semple on stoicism, rebellion and personal growth
- Margaret Busby on publishing, power and representation
- Fatima Bhutto at the Daunt Books Festival 2026
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Meet the Writers podcast page.