The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily

1528: Isobutyl Nitrite by Kieron Walquist

June 2, 2026·6 min
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Today’s poem is Isobutyl Nitrite by Kieron Walquist.The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “In today’s poem, the speaker feels something awaken in him while watching the film “Remember the Titans.” The poem weaves together the pain and the beauty of desire, which can become so knotted in our teen years. It leaves the reader a little breathless, like only a crush can.”This show is supported by gifts from listeners. Support The Slowdown with a donation and get access to the sponsor-free version of The Slowdown today. Slowdownshow.org/donate

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