Summary: <p>Billy Collins describes his poetry like an eye chart: the letter at the top is clear but by the bottom you are squinting and hopefully a little confused. Known for his accessible, unpretentious and often humorous style, Collins has been called the most popular poet in America. He has used his fame to lift poetry from the libraries and the halls of academia into public spaces. Through a variety of initiatives, Collins has brought poetry to the sides of subway cars and buses — he even created a poetry channel for Delta Airlines. His latest book is "Aimless Love: New and Selected Poems." Former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins joins Diane for the hour.</p>
