Best P A De Francesca Podcasts (2025)

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Dr. Francesca De Simone - Alzheimer’s disease: Simple blood test, diagnostic clarity (Part 2) 10:18

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In part 2 of our discussion on Alzheimer's diagnostics, our host, Jane Caldwell, speaks with Dr. Francesca De Simone. Dr. De Simone is Scientific Affairs Manager for Fujirebio Diagnostics and leads the company's neurodegenerative disease program. Dr. De Simone discusses the role of blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease in comparison to oth…

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Dr. Douglas Galasko - Alzheimer’s disease: Simple blood test, diagnostic clarity (Part 1) 43:22

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Join our host Jane Caldwell for a discussion with Dr. Douglas Galasko, the Associate Director of the UC San Diego Shiley Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. Dr. Galasko will discuss the recently approved pTau217/β-Amyloid 1-42 plasma ratio test, the first blood biomarker test for Alzheimer's disease. He will talk about the role of this and …

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Writing Podcast Episode 681: Francesca de Tores and her historical novel, 'Saltblood' 47:06

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Arrrr me hearties! That’s right, landlubbers – this week we walk the plank to delve into the intriguing real history of female pirates as Francesca de Tores discusses her new historical fiction novel, 'Saltblood.' Francesca goes into her meticulous research process, spanning everything from nautical details to the lives of real historical figures, …

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Writing Podcast Episode 680: Graci Kim blends Korean myth and fantasy in 'Dreamslinger' 55:58

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Have you noticed how everything Korean is so hot right now? From Squid Game to KPop Demon Hunters, the world is enamoured. Of course, for bestselling Korean-Kiwi author and AWC graduate Graci Kim, trends had nothing to do with her choice to mix stories from childhood with fantasy in her new novel, Dreamslinger. In this episode, Graci discusses the …

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Writing Podcast Episode 679: Laila Lalami discusses her latest novel, 'The Dream Hotel' 44:43

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What if you could be locked away simply for having disturbing dreams? That’s part of the premise in internationally acclaimed author Laila Lalami’s latest novel, The Dream Hotel. In this episode, Laila discusses the themes that inspired and eventually mirrored her book, along with her background in writing, her daily routine, writing tips and more.…

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Writing Podcast Episode 678: Christine Keighery explores cults in 'We’re Not Us Without You' 49:59

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With more than 35 books under her belt, Australian author Christine Keighery has written across a range of age groups and genres. In this episode, she shares some insights from that time, along with details about writing her latest adult thriller, We’re Not Us Without You – all about modern day cults. 00:00 Welcome 03:58 Writing tip: ‘Your best fri…

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How Pharmacists Implemented a Test-and-Treat Program and Transformed Access to Care 38:57

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Join our host Jane Caldwell for a conversation with pharmacists Duane Jones and Jennifer Griffin on how a pharmacy test-and-treat program can improve access to care. Duane and Jennifer share their best practice case of implementing a testing and billing workflow at the Harps Pharmacy network that improved patient care and provided needed reimbursem…

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Writing Podcast Episode 677: A.L. Tait introduces her tween crime-thriller, 'Danger Road' 40:37

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Do you love true-crime podcasts? Author A.L. Tait got obsessed with them for a while and pulled those themes into her latest middle-grade crime-thriller novel Danger Road. She joins us to discuss her experience writing and publishing this one, along with her busy year of writing, her process and how she found her unique voice. 00:00 Welcome 02:51 W…

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Writing Podcast Episode 676: Toby Schmitz welcomes us aboard The Empress Murders 52:13

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How do you go about adapting a stage play into a compelling murder mystery novel? For acclaimed actor and playwright Toby Schmitz, this was his challenge in creating his debut, The Empress Murders – set on the high seas amid the glamour and clamour 1920s. In this episode, Toby shares his inspirations, aspirations and perspirations in bringing his s…

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Writing Podcast Episode 675: Demet Divaroren discusses her YA fantasy, 'Blood Moon Bride' 40:47

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When award-winning author Demet Divaroren decided to write a fantasy novel, she went down a completely different path first, before finally arriving at what would become Blood Moon Bride. In this discussion, Demet shares the inspiration for this YA fantasy novel, the creative freedom of writing in this genre and how motherhood changed her perspecti…

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WRITER 674: Toby Walsh demystifies his new book, 'The Shortest History of AI' 48:35

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When Toby Walsh wrote his first book on AI, he figured he’d said all he had to say. But just a handful of years later, this British computer scientist and current Chief Scientist at UNSW Sydney’s AI Institute is here to discuss his FIFTH book, The Shortest History of AI – how it came about and some of the challenges around explaining this subject t…

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WRITER 673: Sarah Clutton reveals 'The Remarkable Truths of Alfie Bains' 43:18

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Self-confessed writing course junkie and former lawyer Sarah Clutton’s central character literally appeared at the door while she was busy writing another book at the end of the world. In this episode, Sarah elaborates on this unusual inspiration and her writing process for her new novel, The Remarkable Truths of Alfie Bains. 00:00 Welcome 05:54 Wr…

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WRITER 672: Linguistic legend David Crystal and his new title, 'Bookish Words' 1:03:00

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What effect has the internet, social media and AI had on language? Should you judge a book by its cover? This week, linguistic legend and British OBE recipient David Crystal joins us to discuss all things words, idioms, dialects and the curious facts he found while researching his latest publication, Bookish Words. 00:00 Welcome 10:07 Writing tip: …

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WRITER 671: Emilia Hart discusses her latest bestselling novel, The Sirens 39:20

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How much research is too much when writing historical fiction? This is just one of the topics that bestselling author Emilia Hart discusses in this episode as she shares details of her latest novel, The Sirens – a blend of nautical history and fantasy across two stories separated by time and distance. 00:00 Welcome 04:23 Writing tip: ‘The Most Dang…

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WRITER 670: Rory H. Mather and his prolific picture book writing career 52:55

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Should all picture books rhyme? Why use animals as characters? And what’s the deal with working with an illustrator? Picture book author (of more than 15 books) Rory H. Mather joins the podcast in this episode to discuss all of these things, as well as his own journey into the industry, and his latest titles, Laugh in the Bath and Mumma Bear. 00:00…

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WRITER 669: Mandy Beaumont and her true-crime inspired novel, 'The Thrill of It' 43:39

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How important is it to have a unique author voice? Hugely important, says author Mandy Beaumont while discussing her late 1980s true-crime inspired novel The Thrill of It. Mandy discusses her inspiration for the book, unique stylistic and narrative choices she made, and more. 00:00 Welcome 03:04 Writing tip: What to do while ‘changing eyeballs’ 06:…

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WRITER 668: Gareth and Louise Ward talk 'The Bookshop Detectives #2: Tea and Cake and Death' 37:28

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They always say ‘write what you know’, right? Well, authors Gareth and Louise Ward (two British ex-cops who moved to New Zealand and opened a bookshop) fully leaned into it with The Bookshop Detectives series – all about, you guessed it, British ex-cops who move to New Zealand and open a bookshop! The murders are fiction though – and they join the …

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WRITER 667: Barry Jonsberg explores masculinity in his YA novel, 'Darkest Night, Brightest Star' 44:20

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What kind of life-spanning damage can parents do to their children? Award-winning author Barry Jonsberg explores this and themes of masculinity in his latest YA novel, Darkest Night, Brightest Star. Barry joins the podcast to share his inspiration for the story and insights into his writing process. 00:00 Welcome 04:18 Writing tip: Supporting other…

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WRITER 666: Camille Booker shares insights into her latest gothic historical novel ‘The Woman in the Waves’ 39:10

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A lighthouse on the gloomy shores of 1921 is where we take you in this episode, as we meet AWC alumna and author Camille Booker and her gothic historical mystery, The Woman in the Waves. Camille shares her inspirations and experience writing the book and the AWC course that helped her weave the stories together in this specific world. 00:00 Welcome…

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WRITER 665: Lynette Noni pivots to contemporary YA romance with Wandering Wild 48:18

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What is a ‘palate cleanser’ book? Author Lynette Noni has written one – pivoting from writing fantasy to a stand-alone contemporary YA romance Wandering Wild, and in this episode she discusses why she chose to write it, her experience researching its plot, her process and more. 00:00 Welcome 03:38 Writing tip: Public Domain Review 05:44 WIN!: All t…

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WRITER 664: Michelle Prak discusses her thriller novel, 'Barren Cape' 44:32

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What does homelessness look like to you? In this episode, author Michelle Prak tells her latest story – thriller novel Barren Cape – through the lens of the housing affordability crisis. Michelle chats to us about the book's inspiration, her own writing beginnings and much more! 00:00 Welcome 03:20 Writing tip: Visit museums for inspiration 06:24 W…

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WRITER 663: Kell Woods dives into her historical fantasy novel, 'Upon a Starlit Tide' 56:06

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Ever wondered what an 18th century mashup of two fairytales would look like? AWC alumna and fantasy author Kell Woods did – and the result is her latest adult fantasy novel, Upon a Starlit Tide. Kell discusses her experience writing the book, online tools, research trips and more! 00:00 Welcome 04:27 Writing tip: Don’t aim for perfection 05:58 WIN!…

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WRITER 662: A.L. Tait and her latest book, 'Willow Bright’s Secret Plot' 57:07

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Just how different is it in the city compared to the country? Former co-host Allison Tait returns to discuss capturing that feeling in her latest middle-grade novel, Willow Bright’s Secret Plot (writing as A.L.Tait) – as well as teasing some of her other books coming out and how she balances it all! 00:00 Welcome 08:02 Writing tip: Be proud of your…

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WRITER 661: Kasey Edwards and her memoir, 'Goodbye Good Girl, Hello Me' 46:33

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Australian columnist Kasey Edwards has published 10 books, with her latest memoir Goodbye Good Girl, Hello Me exploring self-love and societal expectations and what it means to be a woman. In this episode, Kasey discusses the process of writing the book, her research methods, dealing with rejection and tips for memoir writing. 00:00 Welcome 04:34 W…

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WRITER 660: Susannah Hardy shares her rom-com novel, 'My Hot Housemate' 43:15

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What do you get when you mix house-sitting frenemies with a big lovable dog? You get My Hot Housemate – the latest rom-com from Susannah Hardy, who joins us to discuss the characters and the writing process behind the book. 00:00 Welcome 03:19 Writing tip: Reference managers 06:03 WIN!: Elphie: A Wicked Childhood by Gregory Maguire 07:48 Word of th…

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Medical Mystery Cases - The Over Exposure 21:04

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Andre Bennett, 59-year-old photographer recently returned from Africa, shows up to his doctor with a rash, fatigue, sore throat, and headache. The location of the rash makes this case seem cut and dry... but is it? Halfway through, his doctor starts to change course. Would you? This Medical Mystery Case is accredited for 0.5 hours of FREE continuin…

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WRITER 659: Maryrose Cuskelly on her ‘neighbourhood noir’ novel 'The Campers' 47:28

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What does ‘neighbourhood noir’ look like as a genre? Author Maryrose Cuskelly knows, and she discusses her latest novel The Campers, blending crime and psychological elements as well as contemporary issues. 00:00 Welcome 04:43 Writing tip: The importance of practice 10:26 WIN!: The Gatsby Gambit by Claire Anderson Wheeler 13:01 Word of the week: ‘G…

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WRITER 658: Victoria Brownlee serves up her novel, 'Eat Your Heart Out' 44:40

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There’s plenty to love about France and food, and author Victoria Brownlee has cleverly combined them both in her latest rom-com novel, Eat Your Heart Out. She joins us to discuss the timeless appeal of Paris, writing dual perspectives, sexy cheeses and much more! 00:00 Welcome 04:17 Writing tip: Do a course! 08:21 WIN: The Jam Maker by Mary-Lou St…

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WRITER 657: Cale Dietrich and his latest young adult novel, 'The Rules of Royalty' 35:12

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When the Spin Doctors sang about ‘Two Princes’, perhaps they were thinking about author Cale Dietrich’s new young adult novel, The Rules of Royalty! Cale chats about writing the book and current trends in the genre. 00:00 Welcome 05:20 Writing tip: Be curious 08:13 WIN! London Uncanny by Clive Bloom 09:48 Word of the week: ‘Mansuetude’ 10:58 Writer…

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WRITER 656: Kate Horan and her mystery novel, 'The Inheritance' 49:45

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What secrets do you have hiding in YOUR family tree? Every family has them, and in AWC graduate Kate Horan’s new mystery, The Inheritance, DNA-testing shines a light on two women and previously unspoken truths. Kate shares her experience writing the book including inspirations and real life research. 00:00 Welcome 05:21 Writing tip: StoryGraph app …

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WRITER 655: Margot McGovern’s hair-raising novel, 'This Stays Between Us' 49:22

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Capturing the nostalgia of ’90s horror flicks, This Stays Between Us is the latest novel by Margot McGovern. In this episode, Margot shares her inspiration for telling this kind of story, writing her cast of characters and her experience publishing the novel. 00:00 Introduction 09:13 Writing tip: Scheduling time for reading 13:53 WIN!: 2 Sisters Mu…

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Vietnam: How to Enter Asia-Pacific Markets Strategically 6:35

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Expanding into Asia-Pacific? Here's what you need to know. With Asia contributing nearly 40% of global GDP, businesses are looking to tap into its vast opportunities. But entering these markets successfully requires strategic planning, local partnerships, and a deep understanding of cultural and regulatory factors. In this short episode of Unlockin…

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WRITER 654: Sonia Orchard shares her impactful memoir, 'Groomed' 51:15

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How do you go about writing a deeply personal story? In this episode, Sonia Orchard discusses her memoir, Groomed, and the process of writing about a traumatic childhood experience. She also shares tips for others looking to write their own memoir. 00:00 Introduction 03:15 Writing tip: It’s never too late to start 06:53 WIN!: Best, First and Last b…

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WRITER 653: Sean Wilson and his powerful novel, 'You Must Remember This' 48:37

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How do you write about a subject not often represented in fiction? In this episode, Sean Wilson shares his latest novel You Must Remember This and his unique journey bringing a story of dementia to the page. 00:00 Introduction 07:36 Writing tip: Goodreads trolling 09:36 WIN! Perspectives by Laurent Binet 11:40 Word of the week: ‘Leaguer’ 12:18 Writ…

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WRITER 652: Emma Pignatiello discusses her romantic suspense novel, 'Last Shot' 1:03:08

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Author Emma Pignatiello wondered why romance novels didn’t have more murders in them – so she wrote her own! In this episode, she discusses her book Last Shot, the inspiration behind it and the Australian Writers' Centre course that helped her get there. 00:00 Introduction 02:57 Writing tip: Follow the guidelines 10:33 WIN! Headcases by John McMaho…

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Vietnam (in FR): Vietnam, la nouvelle cible des investisseurs Français de Hong Kong 35:22

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As Vietnam’s economy thrives, more French businesses in Hong Kong are expanding their presence in the region by setting up operations in Vietnam. In this French-spoken episode, host Marie Wegiera (Senior Manager French Desk APAC at Fidinam Hong Kong) is joined by Irène Tchedre, Managing Director of the French Desk Asia-Pacific at Fidinam Hong Kong,…

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WRITER 651: Beau Donelly, co-author of the book that inspired the hit Netflix series about Belle Gibson 59:18

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Belle Gibson fooled the world as a health influencer who lied about having brain cancer. In this re-released conversation, we speak with Beau Donelly – co-author of the book that inspired the hit Netflix series, Apple Cider Vinegar. 00:00 Introduction 02:41 Nat Newman’s writing tip: Write what you want to write 07:57 WIN! You Are Fatally Invited by…

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WRITER 650: Olivia Isaac-Henry and her new book, 'Sorrow Spring' 36:27

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A ‘folk horror’ that spans 40 years – awash with intrigue, magic and dark secrets! That’s what awaits you in this episode as we meet British author Olivia Isaac-Henry and discuss her latest suspense novel, Sorrow Spring. Olivia shares what inspired the location and themes, how she blended historical events with fiction, and the challenges of stradd…

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WRITER 649: Alexandra Almond and her cosy fantasy novel, 'Thoroughly Disenchanted' 46:32

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Feeling cosy? Then you’ll love meeting author Alexandra Almond, as she shares her cosy fantasy novel, Thoroughly Disenchanted. Alexandra unpacks how she built her distinct characters, the role of magic in everyday life and her experience in finding an agent and getting published, along with advice for aspiring writers. 00:00 Introduction 04:08 Word…

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WRITER 648: Kate Solly on 'The Paradise Heights Craft Store Stitch-up' 49:46

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Crafting a novel is one thing, but author Kate Solly loves crafting ‘crafty’ novels – including her latest title, The Paradise Heights Craft Store Stitch-up. Kate shares her journey from casual writing in her family group chats to getting her first publishing contract, as well as how she manages to stay accountable and fit writing in while bringing…

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WRITER 647: Sophie Clark on writing and pitching her ‘romantasy’ novel, 'Cruel is the Light' 53:19

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From the halls of Australia’s Parliament House to the dark corners of the Vatican! In this episode, author Sophie Clark talks about her writing process and how she pitched her debut ‘romantasy’ novel, Cruel is the Light. She chats about her political background and how walking the ‘halls of power’ influenced her writing, as well as offering tips fo…

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WRITER 646: Rebecca Heath invites you to 'The Wedding Party' 42:13

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Want to know the formula to writing success? In this episode, scientist-turned-author Rebecca Heath discusses her latest domestic thriller novel, The Wedding Party and her unique journey from the laboratory to the library, as well as how she crafts each story and the importance of building a writing community. 00:00 Introduction 03:43 Nat Newman’s …

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WRITER 645: Kathy George on her classic Dickens retelling, 'The Scent of Oranges' 47:07

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“Please sir, can I have some more Dickens?” In this episode, author Kathy George discusses her latest novel, The Scent of Oranges – a retelling of the classic Dickens story Oliver Twist from the perspective of character Nancy. Kathy shares her love for gothic literature and why she chose this story to rewrite. 00:00 Introduction 04:46 Nat Newman’s …

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WRITER 644: Karina May on 'That Island Feeling' and how to set yourself up for success as a writer 47:24

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Would you like to reinvent yourself as a writer? In this episode, accomplished author Karina May shares her advice on how to grow and setting yourself up for a successful author career. Karina also discusses her third print book, That Island Feeling, staying accountable as a writer, using social media, music playlists and more! 00:00 Introduction 0…

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Dr. William Schaffner - Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, How A Virus Changed History (Part 3) 24:39

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Today is part three of Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, How A Virus Changed History. Today we are speaking with Dr. William Schaffner. Dr. Schaffner is a Professor of Preventive Medicine and Infectious Diseases at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Early in his career, he was commissioned as an Epidemic Intelligence S…

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WRITER 643: Tabitha Carvan discusses her memoir, ‘This Is Not A Book About Benedict Cumberbatch’ 47:03

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Described as a ‘memoir with a message’, This Is Not A Book About Benedict Cumberbatch deals with many themes including celebrity obsession and shame. In this episode, author Tabitha Carvan discusses her experience writing this uniquely personal story, as well as offering advice for aspiring memoir writers. 00:00 Introduction 06:20 Nat Newman’s writ…

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Janice Nichols - Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, My Journey After Contracting Polio (Part 2) 20:02

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Today is part two of Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, My Journey After Contracting Polio. Today we are speaking with Janice Nichols. In 1954, she was one of over 1.8 million children who participated in the Salk polio vaccine trial, dubbed the “polio pioneers.” Their study led to the successful production of the first polio vacc…

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WRITER 642: Madeline Te Whiu on her trilogy and latest book, ‘The Queen Thief’ 58:15

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If you love fantasy, you’ll love our delightful interview with author Madeline Te Whiu, who shares her journey from writing her first book The Assassin Thief to completing her trilogy with her latest release, The Queen Thief. Madeline talks about her experience writing while working full-time, her planning process, harnessing social media and advic…

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Dr. Paul Offit - Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, The Continued Path Toward Prevention (Part 1) 28:05

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Today is part one of Polio Confidential: Stories from Those Who Lived It, The Continued Path Toward Prevention. Today we are speaking with Dr. Paul Offit about the history of polio, the polio vaccine, and the rise of the modern anti-vaccine movement. Dr. Offit is a professor of pediatrics and attending physician at the Division of Infectious Diseas…

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WRITER 641: Joe Aston on his tell-all book on Qantas, ‘The Chairman’s Lounge’ 53:22

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Fasten your seatbelts and stow those tray tables, as we interview Joe Aston about his latest book, The Chairman's Lounge – The inside Story of How Qantas Sold Us Out. Joe is a former Australian Financial Review columnist and he discusses his experience writing about Qantas, its CEO and the company’s public branding crisis. He also shares insights o…