The podcast episodes explore the concept of ekphrasis, which is the literary practice of describing or responding to a work of visual art through poetry. The episodes feature poems that engage with and interpret specific artworks, demonstrating how ekphrastic poetry can provide unique perspectives on visual art.

For example, in episode 1127: Two Paintings Seen Again by Rachel Hadas, the episode discusses the role of ekphrastic poetry in allowing readers to fully appreciate artworks, and encourages supporting art institutions. Meanwhile, in episode 1126: Not So Much an End as an Entangling by Linda Gregerson, the episode focuses on analyzing an ekphrastic poem that responds to an environmentally-themed painting.

These episodes showcase how ekphrastic poetry can deepen our understanding and connection to visual art.