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In each bite-sized, daily episode of Before Breakfast, host Laura Vanderkam shares a time management strategy or an answer to a listener’s schedule question. How can listeners make the most of their time, both at work and at home? The mission is to give listeners practical tools to feel less busy and get more done.
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#AmWriting

#AmWriting with Jess & KJ

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Entertaining, actionable advice on craft, productivity and creativity for writers in all genres, hosted by Jessica Lahey (freelancer, essayist and NYT best-selling author of "The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Children Can Succeed", KJ Dell'Antonia (NYT contributor and former editor; her novel, The Chicken Sisters, debuts in June 2020, How to Be a Happier Parent is available now) and Sarina Bowen (USA today best-selling author of more than 30 romance novels).
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You've Got This is a podcast dedicated to helping academics and higher education professionals seek self-knowledge, playfully experiment, and live core values with intention. Tune in for insights, examples, and advice on topics such as meaningful productivity, boosting creativity, and much more.
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Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

Jim Kwik, Your Brain Coach, Founder www.KwikLearning.com

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Kwik Brain is a fun, fast-paced show designed to help busy people learn and achieve anything in a fraction of the time! Your coach, Jim Kwik (his real name), is the brain & memory trainer to elite mental performers, including many of the world’s leading CEO’s and celebrities. In this easy to digest bite-sized podcast, you will discover Kwik’s favorite shortcuts to read faster, remember more, and ‘supercharge’ your greatest wealth-building asset: your brain. Whether you’re a student, senior, ...
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Deep conversations with the best founders and business leaders that go beyond the usual advice to uncover the timeless principles that drive success. Master the best of what other people have already figured out. If you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button.
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Write Me Dirty, the riotously funny, wildly unfiltered podcast where comedy meets erotica — and no one is safe. Each week, comedian Katherine Ryan sets the stage with a ridiculous and often absurd prompt - think “Apocalypse , must include a zombie and a can of beans” and two guests go head-to-head, writing steamy, side-splitting erotic stories about each other. Yes, each other. What follows is pure, glorious chaos: bold readings, awkward reactions, overshares galore, and Katherine stirring t ...
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Join writer Elizabeth Flux and comedian Ben McKenzie on their six(ish) year mission to read every Terry Pratchett novel – not just the Discworld ones! They’ll read one a month, and discuss them with special guests, puns and footnotes. Episodes released on the 8th of each month (Australian time); check pratchatpodcast.com and the end of each episode for notice of the next book, and send in questions to us via social media! The explicit tag represents a fairly average Australian level of coars ...
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“Learn how acclaimed writers keep the ink flowing, the cursor moving, and avoid writer’s block.” Each week, host Kelton Reid chats with guests like Nobel Prize winner Abdulrazak Gurnah, on life after becoming a laureate; #1 New York Times bestselling author, Emily Henry on her past life as a YA mid-lister; Celebrated author, Walter Mosley, on his conflicted feelings after winning a National Book Award; NY Times bestselling author, Lisa Scottoline, on what she learned from literary lion Phili ...
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Write Now with Scrivener

Literature & Latte

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Join journalist Kirk McElhearn, author of Take Control of Scrivener, as he interviews writers of all kinds about their processes, routines, and how they use Scrivener, the app dedicated to long-form writing. Writers share their experiences, their different approaches to getting words down on the page, and how they use Scrivener. Whether you’re a Scrivener user or just interested in writing, this podcast has something for you.
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The Write Anyway podcast helps you hone your author mindset, overcome self-sabotage and write in the face of life's inevitable obstacles. Hosted by Sue Campbell, Anne Hawley and Rachelle Ramirez of Pages & Platforms. Learn more at pagesandplatforms.com/subscribe
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Death by Dying

Evening Post Productions

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The Obituary Writer of Crestfall, Idaho finds himself deeply in over his head as he investigates a series of strange and mysterious deaths… when he is supposed to simply be writing obituaries. Along the way he encounters murderous farmers, man-eating cats, haunted bicycles, and a healthy dose of ominous shadows. Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/deathbydyingpod
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The Art of Manliness

The Art of Manliness

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The Art of Manliness Podcast aims to deepen and improve every area of a man's life, from fitness and philosophy, to relationships and productivity. Engaging and edifying interviews with some of the world's most interesting doers and thinkers drop the fluff and filler to glean guests' very best, potentially life-changing, insights.
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Ed Gandia, co-author of the bestselling book, The Wealthy Freelancer, reveals how to propel your writing business to the six-figure level (or the part-time equivalent). In this nuts-and-bolts, no-nonsense podcast, you'll discover how to get better clients, earn more in less time, and bring more freedom and joy into your writing business. Ed will walk you through the practical, "doable" systems and strategies he has developed in his own writing business — the same systems he has taught his pr ...
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Uncanny Japan

SpectreVision Radio

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Uncanny Japan is a podcast about all the more obscure corners of old Japan, from strange superstitions, cultural curiosities, to creepy creatures. Here you can discover all the lesser known gems that author Thersa Matsuura digs up while doing research for her writing. Every episode is uniquely soothing, brought to life by immersive sound design or relaxing binaural soundscapes (ocean waves, autumn crickets, rice field frogs) all recorded right here in Japan. Thersa Matsuura is a writer, folk ...
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The System for Everything

Julie Fried, Business & Systems Strategist

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Imagine if your funniest business-savvy friend handed you a life cheat sheet every week. That’s The System for Everything — quick, relatable episodes packed with real tips, real talk, and way too many reality television references. Hosted by Julie Fried, it’s the podcast that proves systems don't have to be boring. If you love practical tips but need them served with a side of sharp wit, this is your new favorite system. Whether you're a small business owner, creative entrepreneur, busy pare ...
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Author and productivity coach KimBoo York talks about mindset, process, and productivity for writers! Topics include genre fiction, fanfiction, amwriting, marketing, subscriptions for authors, and her own personal journey through all of the above!
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Writer in the Making

Daria White Osah

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Welcome to Writer in the Making, the ultimate podcast for aspiring authors who are ready to transform their writing habits. Join me as we explore practical time management strategies, consistent writing routines, and productivity hacks that can make all the difference. From my personal writing adventures to expert insights from guests like Kindlepreneur’s Dave Chesson, Shortcuts for Writers’ Stacy Juba, Plottr's Troy Lambert, and USA Today Best-Selling Author Rachael Bloome! No Time Writer h ...
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Successful writing requires The Write Focus. Hosted by M.A. Lee with occasional forays from Remi Black and Edie Roones, we focus on productivity / tools / craft / process for fiction and nonfiction, entertainment and academic writing.
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Heaving Bosoms

Heaving Bosoms Productions, Bleav

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Melody Carlisle and Sabrina Bradley love romance and they do it out loud! Every Monday, these long-distance best friends recap romance novels from a comedic, intersectional feminist, sex-positive perspective. If you're itching for a BFF book club or just love raucous slumber party vibes, this is the show for you! Whether you've read the book or not, all are welcome! Giggling, tangents, and sincere joy abound.
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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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Everyone Is...with Jennifer Coronado

Slightly Disappointed Productions

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The intent of this show is to engage with all types of people and build an understanding that anyone who has any kind of success has achieved that success because they are creative thinkers. So whether you are an artist, a cook, a bottle washer, or an award-winning journalist, everyone has something to contribute to the human conversation.
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Andrew Talks to Chefs

Andrew Friedman

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Our top chefs, as you’ve never heard them before. Author Andrew Friedman, one of the nation's chief chroniclers of professional kitchen life, interviews a diverse cross-section of the best and biggest names in the business, bringing his personal relationships and industry knowledge to bear in coaxing personal and professional revelations from his guests.
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Corporate Strategy

The Corporate Strategy Group

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Satirical self-help lovingly shared by two millennial tech industry vets. Engineering, sales, marketing, product management, and custodial services cover it all in 30 minutes or less. Coffee not provided.
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ArtyParti

Jay Sykes Media

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🎙️ Podcast | Events | Directory 🎉 Celebrating artists & creatives 🗣️ New episodes every 1st and 3rd Sunday 📍 Based in #Sunderland, UK 🏁 Est. 2015, produced by @JaySykesMedia
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Dear Pod,

Erin Maguire, Patrick O'Brien, Jim Ferris

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A comedy podcast that looks back at the bygone era of write-in advice columns like "Dear Abby," Ann Landers, etc., to see if their wisdom still holds up in modern culture.
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Getting Students to Write- Helping Elementary and Middle School teachers improve student writing.

Melissa Morrison, Elementary, Middle School Writing Consultant, Literacy Coach

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Are you a K-8 Elementary or Middle School ELA teacher wondering how to get your students to write? This podcast is for teachers looking for a way to revamp and transform their writing time! You don't need daily lesson plans or prompts-you just need to understand what writers need! In this inspiring podcast, you will hear about the struggles, pitfalls, practices, and joy of teaching writing in a student-centered (workshop) model. Melissa guides you through the journey away from a more traditi ...
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The Savvy Scribe

Janine Kelbach

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The Savvy Scribe, a podcast for savvy nurse writers and creatives who want to grow a profitable freelance writing business. Hear some stories about life and entrepreneurship from your host, Janine Kelbach RNC-OB, and her guests. Each episode is jam-packed with actionable tips in growing your business, goal planning, freelancing, productivity, life tools, and many more!
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So many independent authors have tons of commitments in their lives! My unique experience as a busy independent author will hopefully help you gain insight into productivity and learning as an aspiring or new independent author.
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Top Secret Reviews

Top Secret Reviews

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Welcome to Top Secret Reviews, the go-to YouTube channel for brutally honest reviews of today’s hottest trending products. Whether it's the latest tech gadget, must-have beauty product, or lifestyle gear everyone’s buzzing about, we cut through the hype with unfiltered, in-depth reviews you can trust. Our mission is to provide straightforward insights so you can make smarter buying decisions without falling for marketing tricks. Subscribe for weekly reviews, real opinions, and product breakd ...
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"Easy Article" is a podcast designed for anyone looking to improve their writing skills and stay updated on the latest trends in content creation. Each episode breaks down complex writing concepts into easy-to-understand tips, offering practical advice for crafting engaging articles, blog posts, and online content. Whether you're a beginner looking to start writing or an experienced writer seeking new strategies, "Easy Article" provides valuable insights to enhance your writing process and b ...
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Discover your next favourite book, or take a deep dive into the mind of an author you love, with The Shakespeare and Company Interview podcast. Long-form interviews with internationally acclaimed authors, recorded from our bookshop in the heart of Paris. Hosted by S&Co Literary Director, Adam Biles. Discover all our upcoming events here. If you enjoy these conversations, you can order The Shakespeare and Company Book of Interviews here. Past guests include: Ottessa Moshfegh, Ian McEwan, Ali ...
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The Writing Your Resilience Podcast is for anyone who wants to use the writing process to flip the script on the stories they’ve been telling themselves, because when we tell better stories about ourselves, we live better lives. Every Thursday, host Lisa Cooper Ellison, an author, speaker, trauma-informed writing coach, and trauma survivor diagnosed with complex PTSD, interviews writers of tough, true stories, people who've developed incredible grit, and professionals in the field of psychol ...
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Write The Story

Am Writing Fantasy Productions

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Helping YOU understand Story Structure. Join Autumn Birt and Jesper Schmidt – two bestselling authors and writing coaches – in this limited series as they plot a story from scratch. Learn more at www.WriteTheStory.Show
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Beyoutiful Legacy

Abigail Gagnon

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Pain can produce beauty and still exist. Growth doesn’t erase the trauma. Your worth isn’t tied to your productivity and what you can do for others. Living as a spoonie is hard, but you can still find joy in each day. Our host, Abigail Gagnon, shares about life, and lessons she’s learned along the way with the help of special guests, as well as some solo episodes sprinkled in. ✨ So come and share in the beyoutiful legacy we all can create together.
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🎸 Daniel's Music Productions | 70X7 🎵 Christian Classic Rock & Instrumental Guitar Hymns: 🔈 Moments of life into a sanctuary of sound—where faith meets endurance, and music becomes a vessel of truth Discover my music as I create memorable experiences through music. 🙋‍♂️ I’m Daniel from Bathurst, NB. My discography is shaped by memory, forged in hardship, and offered in faith. My rock sound bridges two distinct genres: Classic Rock textures with Christian themes, and a separate genre—Peaceful ...
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Welcome to 10,000 Foot View Podcast where you can find tools, tactics, ideas, and insights from some of the best performers from the field of business, sports, writing, entertainment, coaching, medicine, neuroscience, and more that will give you the perspective you need to break through and unlock the next level in your productivity, mindset, career, business, energy, emotions, spirituality, etc. I am Monjyoti, the host of this podcast. I have an obsession for deep transformation and I am on ...
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The Indie Author Showcase

Spectral Ink Productions

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Welcome to the grand debut of the Indie Author Showcase! Join us as we spotlight talented independent authors, dive into the challenges and triumphs of the indie author’s journey, and explore the ins and outs of writing and publishing!
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RealSkiers

Jackson Hogen

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Realskiers with Jackson Hogen covers Alpine skiing in America from every angle. Jackson’s unique perspective derives from a multi-disciplinary background that includes product development at Salomon, marketing and athlete management at Head, ski design at Scott, ghost-writing for Warren Miller and testing 100’s of boots and 1000’s of skis. Hogen is widely considered to be the best ski writer of his generation. On Realskiers with Jackson Hogen, he brings all he’s learned, and some of the frie ...
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Do you want to share your story, earn more money and make an impact with your writing? You're in the right place. On the Become a Writer Today podcast, Bryan Collins interviews creatives and best-selling authors. He profiles their writing processes, so you can learn about everything from writing your book to building a profitable creative business. Subscribe today!
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Hosted by working composer and long-time professor Dave Kropf, the 52 Cues Podcast takes you inside the real world of production music, library music, and sync licensing – breaking down cues, unpacking industry insights, and sharing candid conversations with fellow composers and publishers. Weekly episodes deliver practical strategies, creative inspiration, and insider information to help you land more placements and build a sustainable career in sync.
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Bestselling author and award-winning podcaster Barbara DeMarco-Barrett spoke with me about producing 20+ years of Writers on Writing, why writers don’t retire, and her debut noir short story collection POOL FISHING. Barbara DeMarco-Barrett’s first book Pen on Fire: A Busy Woman’s Guide to Igniting the Writer Within, was an Los Angeles Times bestsel…
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📝🎄 Oh Holy Night is a quiet acoustic Christmas hymn recorded at home, reflecting on the sacred beauty of Christ’s birth. It’s a song of reverence and peace, shaped by faith and the memory of holy moments. Written in December 2003, this version is personal and reflective—meant to bring comfort to those seeking light in the darker seasons. May it rem…
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Do you believe in love at first sight or soulmates? Or do you think that’s only in books and movies? How you show up in the world impacts what kind of partners you attract and therefore maybe why you can’t find your ideal partner. How can you fix this and heal at the same time? This, and more, is discussed today by our host and guest (IG: michellec…
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In this episode of The Indie Author Showcase, we kick things off with updates to our convention schedule—where we’ll be, what’s new, and what indie goodies we’re bringing with us. Then we dive into one of my all-time favorite indie films about tabletop misadventure: The Gamers: Dorkness Rising. We talk about why this cult classic captures the chaot…
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In this special on-the-road episode, Rob and Helen meet in person for the first time in almost six years — to celebrate Mark+Fold’s 10-year anniversary at their Brick Lane pop-up. Recorded between a noisy East London bar and the beautifully minimalist Mark+Fold shop, this episode is a blend of celebration, nostalgia, and stationery-fueled creativit…
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Jess here. Sarina and I discuss audiobook narration this week and explain how narrators get hired, paid, and dish some inside baseball on audiobook production. Transcript Below! Your subscription = good podcast karma. Sign up now to support the Podcast! SPONSORSHIP MESSAGE Hey, listeners, did you know that we review first pages sent in by supporter…
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One good trauma story deserves another. Erin takes us down the road of making her national daytime television debut on The Tamron Hall Show and why you should listen to your friends and just lie to people so you can become famous. I'm not saying that's good advice, just practical advice. Welcome To The Pod! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…
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Have you ever walked into a room and felt like no one sees you—let alone remembers you? In today's episode, I'm joined by powerhouse business coach, speaker and marketing strategist Angelica Pompy, who helps creative women build profitable businesses with confidence and clarity. Listen in as we dig into how to “get in the room,” not just physically…
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In this episode, I revisit the bold 2021 statement that what we do in production music isn’t art and ask if that still holds up in the age of AI. I talk about how technology has shifted the production music world and if the artisan mindset still matters. Plus, we’ll take a listen to my latest hip-hop dramedy cue, "Resting Witch Face." Watch this ep…
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In 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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Send us a text If you’ve ever sat down to meditate—especially at a writing retreat—and thought, “I suck at this,” this episode is for you. In this solo conversation, I unpack five common myths about meditation that leave writers feeling frustrated, ashamed, or “bad” at being still. From the belief that you must stop thinking to the idea that medita…
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An edited version of this conversation is now available as part of our collaboration with The Yale Review. Read it here: https://yalereview.org/article/shakespeare-and-company-interview-miriam-toews Trigger warning: This is a tender, funny, and hopeful conversation, that inevitably touches on the subjects of suicide and depression. Please be advise…
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Mentioned in this episode: join my 2025 AMA series submit a future AMA session topic Learn more about my products and services: explore my 1:1 coaching practice learn more about my coach training program check out my PM by Design training program join my 2025 AMA series join Prolific, my online community devoted to meaningful productivity learn mor…
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My guest today is Ron Shaich, founder of Panera and chairman of CAVA. The headlines will tell you that Ron built Panera into a $7.8 billion company. But the real story is far more interesting. He went all in on Panera. He sold off every other concept they owned, like Au Bon Pain, to focus on on Panera. His philosophy is simple: Be long-term greedy,…
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Where are the periods? Why isn't this capitalized? You teach it, but it doesn't show up consistently in their writing. UGH! In this episode, we take a fresh look at teaching grammar and punctuation and the expectations we have for our writers. You will hear: the idea of viewing grammar as a craft including grammar instruction in reading and writing…
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When we think about what shaped our life trajectory, we often focus on the way our parents raised us. But what about our siblings? What role do they play in who we become? My guest today makes the case that siblings may be just as influential as parents in impacting how we turn out. Her name is Susan Dominus, and she’s a journalist and the author o…
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Hey HBs! Here's part 2 of ENCHANTING HER MATE by Ivy Knox! Lady Loves: Sabrina: give yourself a reason to leave the house regularly. Like hockey season tickets!!!!! Mel: it's great when a joke turns into a real thing, like this new emo band Afterthought! This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podcast subscription, Sabrina is telling Mel all about the…
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Did you know four brain chemicals secretly control your motivation, mood, and mental energy every single day? In this episode, Jim sits down with neuroscientist and bestselling author TJ Power to break down the DOSE Effect. It is a science backed framework for activating the four key neurochemicals that shape your daily experience: Dopamine, Oxytoc…
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Keywords productivity, sleep, health, writing, time management, authoring, work-life balance Summary In this conversation, Dan Kenner discusses the challenges of balancing productivity with the need for sleep. He highlights how many individuals, including himself, find that their most effective writing times are late at night and early in the morni…
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Hey HBs! Here's part 1 of ENCHANTING HER MATE by Ivy Knox! It's a sapphic alien romp that we NEEDED! Bonus Content: low friendship bars for the win, vibrating tongues, magic schmexytimes, and so much more! This Friday on Patreon and our Apple Podcast subscription, Sabrina is telling Mel all about the previous 5 books in this series, Aliens of Oluur…
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Send us a text If you’ve ever sent a proposal and never heard back, you’re not alone. In this episode, we break down a real (but anonymized) proposal template to help you understand what might be going wrong and how to fix it. You’ll learn how to use your discovery calls effectively, avoid vague language, and present a clear, compelling next step t…
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Games journalist and PC Gamer editor Jody Macgregor joins Liz and Ben to take control of an oddly Pythonesque Rincewind and discuss the 1995 graphic adventure game Discworld from Teeny Weeny Games and Perfect 10 Productions. A nefarious secret society has summoned a dragon in Ankh-Morpork! It’s a suspiciously familiar plot, and of course the only o…
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In this Write Big Session, Jennie and KJ dive into what it really means to “write big” when you’re deep in the messy middle of a novel. KJ shares how she’s tackling her new book by working backward from the ending—mapping out the emotional and plot arcs for each character to keep herself focused and out of the coffee-chat scenes she loves to write.…
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In this Write Big Session, Jennie and KJ dive into what it really means to “write big” when you’re deep in the messy middle of a novel. KJ shares how she’s tackling her new book by working backward from the ending—mapping out the emotional and plot arcs for each character to keep herself focused and out of the coffee-chat scenes she loves to write.…
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#1 New York Times bestselling author E. Lockhart spoke with us about her past life in academia, falling in love with the YA scene, and returning to the world of TikTok favorite We Were Liars with her latest beachy gothic WE FELL APART. I am joined by a co-host this week, none other than The Book Babe, Milena Gonzalez. E. Lockhart is author of #1 Ne…
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In this #amwriting podcast episode, Jennie Nash talks about what it means to “play big” on the page. Using Ian McEwan’s choice to write his latest novel without research as an example, she shows how true impact comes when a writer fully owns their story and brings it to life with depth and intention. She encourages listeners to think about their ow…
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In this #amwriting podcast episode, Jennie Nash talks about what it means to “play big” on the page. Using Ian McEwan’s choice to write his latest novel without research as an example, she shows how true impact comes when a writer fully owns their story and brings it to life with depth and intention. She encourages listeners to think about their ow…
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Chef Kyle Knall shares about his formative years in New York City, and how and why he relocated to Milwaukee, where he's found success with Birch restaurant, and plans to open his second venture, Cassis, this winter. Huge thanks to Andrew Talks to Chefs’ presenting sponsor, meez, the recipe operating software for culinary professionals. Meez powers…
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Our goal here, at DEAR POD is not only to entertain but to inform you. If we have to traumatize one of our hosts to tell a story in which you can hear the PTSD come through the microphones and into your ears, for your entertainment and education. Well, who are we to deny you good people of the quality show which you deserve? You may thank Patrick l…
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What happens when rhythm, science, and vulnerability collide inside one artist? We sit down with Ahmed Best to explore a creative life that refuses boxes: a South Bronx kid raised by drums and physics, a performer who treats movement as first language, and an educator who teaches students to design for feeling rather than stumble into it. Ahmed ope…
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Ever feel like you don’t belong at the table you built? You’re not alone. I’m talking to Katie Mast, a seasoned creative‑entrepreneur turned community‑builder with big, blunt truths about imposter syndrome. Katie worked in the wedding, events and creative industries, and worked with industry platforms, so she knows what it’s like to be both visible…
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In this episode I am joined by Emmy and Mark Award–winning composer and Head of Production at Warner Chappell Production Music, Scott Reinwand, and we chat about how composers can stand out in a crowded catalog. Plus we listen to a recent trip hop tension cue, "Remains to Be Seen." Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/ZShsnfsbLzw https:…
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Send us a text Listeners, what role does the body play in your book? Is it something you use to show the story—or is it the portal to the story itself? In this episode, I talk with Nina Lichtenstein, author of Body, My Life in Parts, a memoir in essays that uses the body as both structure and storyteller. Together, Nina and I explore how writing th…
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