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In the Hot Seat

1419 New Senryu Poetry Contest sponsored by Brian Strand October 2025 (Placed N/A)

In the Hot Seat

armchair critic -
a charlatan’s credentials
go up in flames

[Published in Poetry Pea Journal 5:25 Nov 2025 & PP Podcast Nov 04, 2025]

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Andrea Dietrich

December 21, 2025 at 8:52 PM

This is sure an interesting one. How did I let it get past me?

Andrea Dietrich

January 14, 2026 at 10:32 AM

Got it, and congrats on publication

Paul Callus

December 22, 2025 at 2:17 AM

Answering with a smile, Andrea. Original has been reposted after being published. Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley

October 11, 2025 at 10:13 AM

Dear Paul, as always, you never fail to impress me with your brilliant brevity! I adore the title and the dark humor poking fun at the 'know-it-all' flaw in "armchair critics". A punchy poetic piece! I see your golden poetic pen has lost none of its keen luster, dear friend. I hope all is well, your poetic spirit has been missed. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

October 12, 2025 at 1:32 AM

Thank you for your insightful comments and continued support, my dear friend Susan. Your visits always light up my page! Hope you're enjoying the weekend. Warm regards *Hugs // paul

Kim Rodrigues

October 7, 2025 at 1:12 PM

I think most of us are armchair critics waiting for the bell to ring or the knockout. Oh boy…

Paul Callus

October 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM

Very true, Kim :) We can also act deaf & dumb ~ Regards // paul

Daniel Henry Rodgers

October 7, 2025 at 9:22 AM

Hello Paul, yes, the literal chair going up, calling out the whole posture of someone who talks a big game from a safe distance. And then reality shows up with a match. Autumn Blessings, Paul, Daniel

Paul Callus

October 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM

Thank you Daniel for your feedback ... pleased to make your acquaintance. Best regards // paul