Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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Writing Help Podcasts
Fall asleep to classic works of fiction, adapted and narrated to help you relax. Each episode begins with a brief moment of relaxation followed by a quick summary of the prior episode. That way, you can fall asleep whenever you're ready and always stay caught up. Explore our full library of over 70 audiobooks. There is something for everyone! Support our show as a premium member and get access to bonus episodes and ad-free listening.
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Boring Books for Bedtime is a weekly, ad-free, AI-free sleep podcast in which we calmly, quietly read something rather boring to silence the brain chatter keeping you awake. Think Aristotle, Thoreau, and whoever wrote the 1897 Sears Catalog—mostly nonfiction, mostly old, a perfect balance of vaguely-but-not-too interesting. If you're on Team Sleepless, lie back, take a deep breath, and let us read you to rest.
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Amateur enthusiast Jacke Wilson journeys through the history of literature, from ancient epics to contemporary classics. Episodes are not in chronological order and you don't need to start at the beginning - feel free to jump in wherever you like! Find out more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature. Support the show by visiting patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. Contact the show at [email protected].
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A.J., Graeme, and Thomas discuss everything having to do with the classical world. Our aim is to help both educators and laypeople enjoy the classical world as much as they enjoy fine ales and good tales.
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A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.
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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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We gave children the most powerful tools in human history. Then, we left them to their own devices. When she was 12 years old, Ava Smithing spiraled down a social media rabbit hole that nearly cost her life. A decade later, she discovered she wasn't alone: Big Tech had rewritten childhood and adolescence for her entire generation. Armed with questions and a year to find answers, Ava embarked on a cross-continent investigation into a hidden digital world. She met teens in 12-step programs for ...
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Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
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How do the best writers get to work? In every episode, we'll chat to an author about what they do through a day. Where do they work? What time do they start? How do they plan their time and maximise their creativity, in order to plot and publish a bestseller? Some are frantic night-owls, others roll out of bed into their desks, and a few lock themselves away in the woods - but none have a regular 9 to 5, and we'll find out how they've managed it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo ...
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Designed to help you navigate the screenwriting industry, Final Draft, interviews working screenwriters, agents, managers, and producers to show you how successful executives and writers make a living writing and working with screenplays, and how you can use their knowledge to break into the industry. Subscribe today to catch every episode!
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Interviews with Biographers about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography
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Welcome to Words to Write by - a podcast where we discuss, chapter by chapter, those wonderful writing craft books purchased with the best of intentions but now gathering dust on the bookshelf. No judgement! We’ve got our own bookshelves. Let’s tackle these books together and become the better writers we know we can be.
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The How to Write The Future Podcast offers fiction writing tips for science fiction and fantasy authors who want to create optimistic stories because when we vision what is possible, we help make it so. By science fiction and fantasy author and fiction writing coach, Beth Barany.
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Host Maggie Smith is your daily poetry companion. Poetry is one of the greatest tools we have to wield our own attention — to consider our own lives and the lives of others, to help us live creatively and compassionately, to use that attention to lean into wonder, and joy, and truth, and to find hope — to keep hoping. The Slowdown community knows that reflecting on a poem, every weekday, can connect us to our inner world and the world around us. Listen as you make your morning coffee, as you ...
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Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves. Get more brainy miscellany with TED Radio Hour+. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/ted
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Quantum Book Club is about reviewing Best-selling Books that help the mind to expand. With techniques provided, listening in as a panel of well-qualified professionals discuss each chapter, helps you to retain the vital information that will bring great results.
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The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed is a podcast for aspiring and experienced fantasy writers who want to master storytelling, creative writing, worldbuilding and character creation. Hosted by author Richie Billing, each episode features practical writing advice and tips, publishing guidance, and inspiring interviews with bestselling authors, editors, historians, psychologists and even an FBI Special Agent. Learn how to write, edit and market your stories with confidence. New episodes released mon ...
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Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever yo ...
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StoryADay presents: I, WRITER - A Writing Podcast about Building a Successful Writing Practice
Julie Duffy
Welcome to StoryADay Presents: I, WRITER – A Writing Podcast about building a fulfilling writing life. Hosted by author and StoryADay founder Julie Duffy, this show helps writers of all kinds—novelists, short-story authors, poets, or anyone building a creative habit—turn writing into a sustainable, joyful practice. Each episode blends practical writing tips with mindset reframes drawn from the I, WRITER Framework (Imagine, Write, Refine, Improve, Triumph, Engage, Repeat), to help you avoid o ...
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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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Marketing consultant Jenn Hanson-dePaula sits down with her partner, Marcus to chat about marketing strategies and processes that can help authors connect with their readers and sell more books. Save time with marketing and spend more time writing!
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A weekly podcast that shares tips on how to overcome any form of writer's block, get crystal clarity on your content, write and publish your manuscript, and use it to establish and grow your author business.
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Comedian & pop culture critic Jolenta Greenberg has a theory: reality TV isn’t ruining culture - it is culture. Join her and a cast of sharp, funny guests as they dig into the details behind the drama and unpack why we can’t get enough of those iconic scenes and unforgettable characters. This is the place for highbrow conversations about “lowbrow” TV All seasons By the Book & How to Be Fine are also in this feed. To hear back episodes, just scroll down!
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At Popular Science, we report and write dozens of science and tech stories every week. And while a lot of the fun facts we stumble across make it into our articles, there are lots of other weird facts that we just keep around the office. So we figured, why not share those with you? Welcome to The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week. For advertising opportunities please email [email protected] We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcY ...
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Writing and publishing a phenomenal book doesn’t have to be ridiculously complicated or mind-numbingly overwhelming. From myths and misconceptions to practical tips and sound strategies, Elizabeth Lyons (author, book writing coach, book editor, and founder of Finn-Phyllis Press), helps writers feel more in control of and comfortable with the business of book publishing. Her interviews with fellow authors discussing their writing processes and publishing journeys aim to help you untangle YOUR ...
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"I should be writing" is what people say, but they rarely do it. This podcast is designed to help you get past those blocks, whether it's what your teacher told you when you were a kid, to being totally sure you'll never be as good as (FAV AUTHOR) so you might as well quit.
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Since 2007, Two Writing Teachers has been a vibrant community of reflective writers. We're excited to take our passion for teaching writing to new heights in the second season of our podcast. Join us as we explore ways to create, lead, and sustain joyful and productive writing workshops, empowering educators to help their students become competent, brave, and confident writers. Let's make writing instruction engaging and rewarding for everyone involved! Would your company like to sponsor an ...
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Every week, Maria and Rory get together to discuss the latest IELTS Speaking topics, providing model answers and vocabulary to help you improve your general spoken English and achieve a higher band in your IELTS exam. Our website: https://successwithielts.com Transcripts: https://successwithielts.com/podcast#transcripts Premium episodes: https://linktr.ee/sfspremium
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Book Vs. Movie is the podcast that ponders the question: "Which was better...the book or the movie?" We spoil away the details, uncover the plot points, discuss casting choices and shower with praise (or pummel with snark) as we see fit. Hosts are Margo P. (She's Nacho Mama's Blog) and Margo D. (Creator of Brooklyn Fit Chick.com) and we are not afraid to tell it like it is!
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The Truth delivers original short fiction with cinematic sound design and unforgettable performances. When you press play on a new episode, there’s no telling what you’re going to get, because each episode is a brand new story with a new cast of characters, and a whole new world to explore. Some are suspenseful, others funny, or shocking, or uplifting. What you’re guaranteed is incredible performances, thoughtful writing, and detailed, immersive sound design that pulls you in and never lets ...
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Welcome to Write Your Outcome, the podcast where I, Michele Phillips, empower leaders to take control of their personal and professional destinies. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in positive psychology and emotional intelligence within Fortune 100 and 500 companies, I'm here to guide you through the transformative "Write-the-Outcome" method. In each episode, I'll equip you with practical tools, expert tips, and profound insights to craft your path to success. Whether you're navigatin ...
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Neil Patel and Eric Siu bring you daily ACTIONABLE digital marketing lessons that they've learned through years of being in the trenches. Whether you have a new website or you're an established business, you'll learn the latest SEO, content marketing, social media, email marketing, conversion optimization and general online marketing strategies that work today from people that actually practice marketing and operate business. Approaching 100M downloads with 2,500+ episodes, you're sure to fi ...
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A writing podcast and survival guide to new and aspiring writers, authors, and storytellers.
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Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips
Savannah Gilbo
Fiction Writing Made Easy is your go-to podcast for practical, no-fluff tips on how to write, edit, and publish a novel—from first draft to finished book. Hosted by developmental editor and book coach Savannah Gilbo, this show breaks down the fiction writing process into clear, actionable steps so you can finally make progress on your manuscript. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer looking to sharpen your skills, each episode offers insights on novel writing, story struct ...
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Writing great books is critical to generating sales and building a following of readers. On the Dialogue Doctor Podcast, Jeff Elkins and other writers discuss how to write dialogue that will excite readers and help you sell more books.
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Some people hear the phrase "technical writing" and think it must be boring. We're here to show the full complexity and awesomeness of being a tech writer. This podcast is for anyone who writes technical documentation of any kind, including those who may not feel comfortable calling themselves tech writers. Whether you create product documentation, support documentation, READMEs, or any other technical content—and whether you deal with imposter syndrome, lack formal training, or find yoursel ...
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Hey there Little Bunny ❤️ I'm supposed to be writing this description like it's not me writing it. But that's silly. Because then I don't get to say I love you. And guess what? I do love you. Yes, you. Yes, really. Ok, gotta go bye!
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A JCPL librarian interviews published writers about their favorite writing prompts—exercises that can help inspire, focus, and improve your creative writing. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, a novelist, essayist, or poet, you’ll find ideas and advice to motivate you to keep writing. A partnership with the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.
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Writing a book is hard. Publishing it is even harder. Succeeding as an author? That’s practically wizardry. Good thing you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Pros Talking Prose is your backstage pass to the writing and publishing world, hosted by seasoned pros Stacey Smekofske and Troy Lambert. We’ll help you skip the mistakes, laugh through the chaos, and build the writing career you actually want without the smoke and mirrors. New episodes every week. Therapy not included — but highly ...
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I'd Rather Be Writing features regular podcasts with experts in the field of technical communication.
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Join Annie & Jenn, the hosts of X-Files Diaries, as they dive into Vince Gilligan's mysterious new Apple TV series, Pluribus. Each week we'll unpack the latest episode with a mix of insight, theories, and a healthy dose of Rhea Seehorn fangirling. We've been fans of Gilligan's work since his X-Files days (seriously, ask Annie about her Vince-related tattoos), so we know to expect sharp writing, strange twists, and probably a few things that will leave us arguing. Will our theories hold up? Y ...
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The Bulletproof Screenwriting Podcast shows you how to make your screenplays bulletproof. Weekly interviews with Oscar® and Emmy® award winning screenwriters, story specialists, best-selling authors, Hollywood agents and managers, and industry insiders. We cover every aspect of the screenwriting process. This is the screenwriting podcast for the rest of us. No fluff. No BS. Just straight talk that will help you on your screenwriting journey. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning ...
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"Writing It! The Podcast About Academics & Writing" dives deep into the world of academic writing and publishing. Join us for conversations with academics and editors as we discuss challenges, strategies, and insights from our writing lives. As we share our experiences and helpful hacks, we make the process of writing and getting published a bit more transparent and a bit less overwhelming.
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A podcast by three fantasy authors who love to overcomplicate their writing lives and want to help you do the same.
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With 25+ years in theatre, media, and coaching, I’ve honed the art of storytelling. Now, I’m thrilled to share that expertise with you on “Master Fiction Writing.” Whether you’re crafting memorable characters or building gripping plots, each episode is backed by examples from literary pros. Recognised as a top book coach, my mission is to help your stories shine. Ready to master the craft? Subscribe today!
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In this episode Neil and Eric dive into the “millionaire vs billionaire mindset” exploring how wealth strategies evolve as fortunes climb, and why billionaires aim for monopoly power and pricing control rather than just accumulation. Key takeaways: • Millionaires build, grow and often exit. • Deca-millionaires (tens of millions) may sell or bank fo…
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Celebrating 50 Episodes of Prompt to Page
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22:12On this special edition of the Prompt to Page writing podcast, we look back at some of our best moments so far. Past guests—including Crystal Wilkinson, Gwenda Bond, Silas House, and Mariama Lockington—share tips on using writing prompts, finding time to write, nurturing your creativity, and more.By Jessamine County Public Library
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Farm Engines and How To Run Them, by James H. Stephenson, Part 7
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48:05Let's relax to yet more information about steam engines, their types, and how their valves work, followed immediately by a glowing description of the newfangled gasoline engine that makes all the previous hours of steam engine learning a bit . . . pointless? Well, it helped us sleep, I guess. Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener-supported! Patreo…
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Episode 303 - Learning from a Masterful Short Story - An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
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1:02:32In this episode, Jeff sits down with members of the Dialogue Doctor Community to talk about An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge by the father of True Crime and Psychological Horror, Ambrose Bierce. They talk about the mastery of the writing, creating a main character the reader is supposed to dislike, and playing tricks on the reader. For more on the…
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199 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 40–42 w/ J'Neia Stewart
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1:17:59J'Neia makes her glorious return to cover the final Leo chapter and the start of the last Piper chapter set from The Mark of Athena! Topics include: horoscopes, tattoos, petty Nemesis, outlet plugs, Casper the Friendly Ghost, dances, Soulja Boy, hazing, Twilight, Kpop Demon Hunters, death predictions, Nico being shadowy, Spirit Airlines, New Girl, …
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Today’s poem is Palinode by Lisa Low. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes … “Today’s poem is a kind of poem called a palinode. In a palinode, a writer changes her mind by retracting a viewpoint expressed in one of their earlier pieces of writing. Today’s poem makes us consider how we write about other people. It…
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Lester D. Friedman, "Citizen Spielberg" (U of Illinois Press, 2022)
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48:48Steven Spielberg's extraordinary career redefined Hollywood, but his achievement goes far beyond shattered box office records. Rejecting the view of Spielberg as a Barnumesque purveyor of spectacle, Lester D. Friedman presents the filmmaker as a major artist who pairs an ongoing willingness to challenge himself with a widely recognized technical ma…
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Philip Nash, "Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman" (Routledge, 2022)
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1:04:56Philip Nash's book Clare Boothe Luce: American Renaissance Woman (Routledge, 2022) is a concise and highly readable political biography that examines the life of one of the most accomplished American women of the 20th century. Wife and mother, author, editor, playwright, political activist, war journalist, Congresswoman, ambassador, pundit, and fem…
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Episode 63: How to Get Grant Money with Raphael Folsom
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45:09We’re talking with history professor Raphael Folsom (Oklahoma), who wrote the book,, How to Get Grant Money in the Humanities and Social Sciences(Yale University Press) about why it’s important to think big for grant writing; recommendation-letter writing; being encouraged by our failures; why it does make sense to be a giver in academia; and the g…
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It's us, Carol! Annie & Jenn break down episode 3, "Grenade," and continue to fall more in love with Helen and Carol. It's the perfect topper for the greatest week in human history! --- Follow us on Twitter and BlueSky: @pluribuspod Email: [email protected] Website: pluribuspod.comBy A&J Media
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179. Building Character-Driven Action Adventure Stories with Lawrence Connolly
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28:18“Written from the point of view of one character and then another scene from the another character. Now, we would never shift point of view within a scene, but each scene, each segment of the book is from a different point of view.” - Lawrence Connolly In this How To Write the Future episode, “Building Character-Driven Action Adventure Stories with…
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750 A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway (with Mark Cirino) | Joyce Carol Oates vs the Trillionaire | My Last Book with Ken Krimstein
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1:28:09It's the 750th episode of the History of Literature, and what better way to celebrate than to talk some Hemingway with repeat guest Mark Cirino? In this episode, Jacke talks to Mark about Hemingway's classic love-and-war novel A Farewell to Arms, including the recent Norton Library edition of the book, which Mark edited. PLUS Jacke takes a look at …
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How to Give Your Character Agency and Why It Matters
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11:46Ever get feedback that your main character feels flat, reactive, or like things just happen to them? That’s because they lack agency, one of the main ingredients in narrative drive — the force that makes readers keep turning the pages and engage with the story. In this episode of the Write It Scared podcast, we’re digging into what real agency look…
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Christina Lane, "Phantom Lady: Hollywood Producer Joan Harrison, the Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock" (Chicago Review Press, 2020)
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1:01:36A platinum beauty with an ugly secret; a tall, dark, and handsome husband with murder in his eyes; starkly lit interiors that may or may not include the silhouette of a rotund British gentleman…. This may sound like a catalog of images from the films of Alfred Hitchcock, but it is just as much an encapsulation of the works of Joan Harrison, a studi…
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Build Strong Writers with Executive Function Tools: A Tip for Tomorrow from Stacey
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5:42This episode explores practical executive functioning tools that support students’ writing and goal-setting success. Inspired by Valerie Bolling's book, Goal Setting in the Writing Classroom: Building Student Agency, Independence, and Success (Stenhouse Publishers, 2025), Stacey highlights seven strategies—such as making timelines, using timers, an…
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Tonight, Elizabeth reads Chapter 23 and part 1 of Chapter 24 of "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Brontë published in 1847. Try The Sleepy Bookshelf Premium free for 7 days: https://sleepybookshelf.supercast.com/. Are you loving The Sleepy Bookshelf? Show your support by giving us a r…
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When Readers Attack (And Other A-Hole Adventures): Stacey Said WHAT?
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52:01Buckle up, writers—Stacey’s flying solo this week, and that means no Troy, no filter. In this episode of Pros Talking Prose, Stacey dives into the now-infamous Author Nation Incident, breaks down why some folks in the writing world are acting like A-holes, and asks the big question: Is SHE the A-hole… or just the only one saying the quiet parts out…
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Hey there, Little Bunny! ❤️ Gosh, you're so much fun to spend time with. And it really is zero burden on my life. It's only plus plus plus over here, so rest easy. You're fully taken care of, loved to infinity, and secure in my life forever. I love you!! ❤️Lindy Support the show https://linktr.ee/LindysGarden…
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🎻 Creativity and the arts (Part 3) + Transcript
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19:44Get our premium episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfs What kind of jobs require creativity? How does drawing help to enhance children’s creativity? What can we do to help children stay creative? Do you think pictures and videos in news reports are important? How do artists acquire inspiration? Do you think children should learn to play …
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If you’ve ever wondered why your heart seems to know things before your mind does, this episode is going to light you up.Pa’Ris’Ha and her international panel dive deep into “The HeartMath Solution” by Doc Childre and Howard Martin, exploring the groundbreaking science behind heart intelligence — the energy center that shapes your stress levels, re…
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#71 - From Combat Boots to Courageous Habits: Jackie Walker on Grit, Growth, and Going for More
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21:42Today I’m featuring Jackie Walker, who is a retired Navy/Army Veteran, Inspirational Speaker and author of “Air Assault School: Walking in Her Boots”. She is a virtual event host and also the leader a journaling event which is teaching a type of Neurographic Art, and a process of a 30 days of “Journal and Draw your way to implement healthier Eating…
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The numbers are staggering. In the US, 71% of teenagers say they've watched porn in the last week. In Canada, 88% of boys have seen it by the age of fourteen. And in the UK, one in four kids have been exposed to pornography by the time they turn eleven. Even more alarming: this early consumption has been linked to rising rates of domestic violence …
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Today’s poem is Panama by Sarah Green. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “There's a distinct disenchantment when the spell of the relationship has broken, and the magic’s gone. You’re not seeing the world through love’s rosy lens anymore. You wonder about what you might have overlooked, or misinterpreted, or …
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How the creator economy is making you talk like the internet
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49:38Online linguist Adam Aleksic explains how he goes viral decoding internet slang. Plus, why making a living online means working for “the algorithm,” in part 2 of our creator economy series. TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers. A Plus subscrip…
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Howl's Moving Castle (2004) Book Versus Movie Podcast
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1:16:27Book Vs. Movie: “How’s Moving Castle” The 1986 Diana Wynne Jones Book Vs the 2004 Studio Ghibli FilmToday we are joined by special guest co-host, Kerala Hubbard of The On Purpose Home. We discuss the many, many differences and important similarities between the 1986 novel, Howl’s Moving Castle, by Diana Wynne Jones, and the groundbreaking Studio Gh…
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The Biggest Mistakes Authors Make (According to a Writing Coach) | Suzy Vadori on Character Creation, Worldbuilding & Author Growth
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44:28Are you repeating the same writing mistakes without realising it? In this episode, writing coach and author Suzy Vadori reveals the biggest errors she sees in authors, and how to avoid them. Join Richie Billing and Suzy Vadori as they explore Suzy’s journey from businesswoman to bestselling YA fantasy author and coach. We dive into her unique appro…
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Patrick Syms, author of 'Am I The Asshole?' - Debut author discusses self-promotion, white label releases, and making a point with your prose
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1:03:22Patrick Syms started work trying to be a screenwriter, and he got ever so close, before life got in the way. He took a job in advertising, which became a 25 year long career in communications. In 2020, he gave it up to write again. This time, he took it seriously. Being accepted in to the Curtis Brown 'Writing Your Novel' course, he's just finished…
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In this episode, Jeff sits down with authors Christine Daigle, Tom Hollbrook, and JP Rindfleisch IX to talk about their experience at Author Nation.By Jeff Elkins
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Fictional Character Generates Millions in Pipeline
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22:13In this episode, Eric and Neil break down how parody personas are becoming a secret growth engine for B2B brands. They analyze CompAI’s fictional character “Henrik Johansson,” how the account generated millions of impressions in days, and why entertainment-driven content can outperform traditional marketing. They also discuss the viral resurfacing …
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BPS 445: What Every Indie Filmmaker Can Learn from a $5K Zombie Movie with Bojan Dulabic
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1:26:42A spark of madness is often the first step toward creation. On today’s episode, we welcome Bojan Dulabic, a passionate Vancouver-based filmmaker who pulled off a small miracle—he made a full-length zombie movie for just $5,000. But this isn't just a story of budgeting brilliance; it's a tale of relentless passion, artistic vision, and the kind of s…
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Follow the Energy with Kristin Kasselman | #23
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38:48When two women who've grown together over more than a decade sit down to talk about life, leadership, and meaning, the conversation runs deep. In this week's episode, Michele sits down with longtime friend and powerhouse leader Kristin Kasselman, Senior Vice President and Head of Livestock and Equine at Zoetis. Kristin shares the moment that reshap…
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Today’s poem is The Night Angler by Geffrey Davis. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “My name is Maggie—not Margaret, just Maggie—but the name I hear most often on a daily basis might be Mom. I have my children to thank for that name, because they made me a mother. In this way, we birthed each other. And we c…
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Kate sounds off on small things and repairs
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20:18In this solo episode, Kate talks about her latest content update progress. She also reflects on Dennis Dawson’s interview (S3:E22), the ways she’s already using Dennis's tips, and the power of doing small things or repairs to affect larger change. I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledge Base to align with major navigatio…
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Vanderpump Rules Slaps with Mary Payne Gilbert
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1:00:17The wonderful Mary Payne Gilbert (Pink Shade) joins Jolenta to do a deep dive on the infamous Vanderpump Rules “slap” scene between Stassi Schroeder and Kristin Douse. And the two discuss why we’re so drawn to reality TV that showcases anti-aspirational living. Mary Payne’s Insta Hot Mess-terpiece Theatre Insta Sources: Vanderpump Rules - Peacock H…
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749 Willing and Will-Making in the English Renaissance (with Douglas Clark) | #7 Greatest Book of All Time
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1:06:00When Hamlet, in his famous soliloquy, pondered the "dread of something after death, / the undiscovered country," he noted that such thoughts "puzzles the will." (Earlier editions of the play had this as a "hope of something after death" that "puzzles the brain." What's the significance for an Elizabethan writer (and audience) of the change from hop…
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Tonight, Elizabeth reads part 2 of Chapter 21 and Chapter 22 of "Wuthering Heights" by Emily Brontë published in 1847. Try The Sleepy Bookshelf Premium free for 7 days: https://sleepybookshelf.supercast.com/. Are you loving The Sleepy Bookshelf? Show your support by giving us a r…
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🧑🎨 Describe a creative person you admire (Part 2) + Transcript
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19:22Get our premium episode archive: https://www.patreon.com/ieltssfs You should say: who he/she is, how you knew him/her, what his/her greatest achievement is, and explain why you think he/she is creative. Tune in and have a great day! - Book a class with Rory here: https://successwithielts.com/rory…
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Check it out: 'Ask Us Anything' from Popular Science. On this episode, GOOSEBUMPS
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14:50Popular Science answers your most outlandish, mind-burning questions—from the everyday things you’ve always wondered to the bizarre things you never thought to ask. On this episode: Goosebumps are a valuable tool for many animals. They keep mammals with thick fur warm by trapping air near their skin, or help make them look bigger when facing off ag…
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The Two Main Factors That Drive Business Success
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32:53In this episode, Eric and Neil dive into the battle between profitability and loyalty, why leads fuel growth, and how to innovate without being first. They reveal how to stand out in an AI-saturated landscape using proprietary data, events-driven B2B strategies, and recruiting frameworks that scale revenue. Key takeaways ● Marketing + innovation co…
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Meg Groff, "Not If I Can Help It" (Rivertown Books, 2025)
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38:15Meg Groff's memoir Not If I Can Help It (Rivertown Books, 2025) recounts some of the most harrowing, infuriating, yet inspiring stories from Groff’s work as a Legal Aid attorney representing women and children whose only resource is the sheer courage they exhibit every day. Groff dedicated forty years of her life to fighting for justice for victims…
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1394: Puerto Rico Goes Dark by Juan J. Morales
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6:40Today’s poem is Puerto Rico Goes Dark by Juan J. Morales. The Slowdown is your daily poetry ritual. In this episode, Maggie writes… “Given the misinformation that circulates on the internet, often unchecked, I’d like to preface today’s poem with a fact: Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens. Our struggles are bound because we are citizens, together, of t…
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Aaron Magid, "The Most American King: Abdullah of Jordan" (Universal Publishers, 2025)
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52:47The Most American King: Abdullah of Jordan (Universal Publishers, 2025) is the first comprehensive biography on Jordan’s King Abdullah. Drawing on interviews with over 100 individuals, including Abdullah's classmates, former Jordanian ministers, and CIA directors, The Most American King offers a thorough account of this key Arab leader. Aaron Magid…
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Whose Eyes, Which Truth? Mastering POV in Your Novel (with Live Rewrites)
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23:55POV isn’t just a grammar choice - it’s the engine that controls intimacy, suspense, and what your reader knows when. In this craft-deep episode, we demystify point of view by breaking it into three practical dials (access, scope, and distance) then walk through the pros and cons of first person, third limited (close and deep), free indirect style, …
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AI slop, viral posts, and why human review still matters. Neil and Eric unpack the dangers of AI-generated content that fabricates facts, the rise of “set it and forget it” marketing, and why guidelines beat hype. Timestamps (00:00) AI slop cold open (00:20) Viral post confession (01:40) Fabricated metrics risk (03:05) Unreviewed AI at work (04:55)…
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Ep 502: Choosing book gifts your friends will love
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1:01:19We all know that book gifts are the best gifts, and today Anne is talking with a devoted reader who's come to the show looking for guidance on selecting great bookish gifts for the season to come. Meredith Amadee lives in Tucson, Arizona, where she works as a wedding photographer and hosts a book club that's come to play a big part in her life. Eve…
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