Best Ari Block Podcasts (2024)

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Emil Jimenez | Aug 14, 2024 28:54

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MindBank is a platform that allows individuals to create a digital twin of themselves, capturing their knowledge, experiences, and personality. The digital twin can be used for personal reflection, mentoring, and even afterlife communication. The platform also has applications in various industries, such as education, healthcare, and customer servi…

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Should Your Book Include Spice? | Ep. 229 | The Merry Writer Podcast 23:09

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Let's get a little spicy! This week, we are sharing thoughts on adding spice to a story. In this episode, we cover: Consider your audience The Spice Chart What spice brings A little thought about healthy spice As always, thanks for listening. Please let us know your thoughts in the comments below, give the podcast a follow, and s…

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What Are Some Tips To Manage Writer's Block? | Ep. 228 | The Merry Writer Podcast 54:33

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Writer's block is something all us writers are familiar with. Some days are easier than others, but for really rough days, Cory Rowe joins us on the podcast with tips and tricks to get over that hurdle. In this episode, we cover: What writer's block is Causes and symptoms of writer's block Types of writer's block Exercises you ca…

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Karley Cunningham | Aug 2, 2024 49:00

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In this conversation, Duchess interviews Karley Cunningham, a keynote speaker and brand strategist. They discuss how Karley integrates her background as an athlete and her passion for freedom into her work. Karley emphasizes the importance of defining what freedom means for oneself and finding enjoyment in what one does. She also shares her approac…

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What Are Your Book Pet Peeves? | Ep. 227 | The Merry Writer Podcast 19:18

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Some days, everything is annoying so we can fall back to the comfort and joy of books. But, even books can be annoying. So we present to you some of our pet peeves about books. Let's see if you agree with any of these! In this episode, we cover: Numbers and series Front matter Within the pages As always, thanks for listening. Ple…

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Chris Duprey | Jul 30, 2024 59:56

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In this conversation, Chris Duprey shares his journey from joining the military to transitioning into the business world. He discusses his motivation to join the military, the impact of 9/11 on his career, and his experiences as an infantry officer. Chris emphasizes the importance of hard work, self-awareness, and continuous improvement in his mili…

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Dr. Ian Marcus Corbin: Restoring the Common Good 34:06

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and the structure of belonging. In this episode, Joey Taylor and Sam Pressler speak with Dr. Ian Marcus Corbin about loneliness as a spiritual and material crisis, agency, world making, and Restoring the Common Good. Ian Marcus Corbin is a phil…

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Thomas Baker | Jul 30, 2024 25:24

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In this conversation, Thomas Baker, a youth coach and martial artist, discusses the perspective on injuries and the importance of agility, both mental and physical. He emphasizes the value of developing skills and flexibility through injuries and the appreciation for the body's importance. Thomas also talks about the balance between teamwork and in…

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Kim Mailes | Jul 25, 2024 44:59

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Kim Mailes, a writer, humanitarian, and volunteer at the American Red Cross, shares his journey from the business world to becoming a communicator. She discusses the motivation behind his career change and the satisfaction she finds in helping others. Kim emphasizes the importance of storytelling in his work, highlighting the power of personal conn…

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What Can We Learn From Newer Writers? | Ep. 226 | The Merry Writer Podcast 20:14

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES No matter how many years you've been writing, there's always something new to learn. However, we can easily get wrapped up in the feeling that we "know it all." This week, we discuss things seasoned writers can learn (or be reminded of) from newer writers. In this episode, we cover: Ignorance can be bliss Eagerness to learn Fearl…

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Marcia Drake | Jul 23, 2024 20:53

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Marcia Drake shares her experiences working with immigrants and refugees and the impact it had on her. She emphasizes the importance of listening deeply to people's stories and understanding their experiences. She discusses the different aspects of poverty, including physical, emotional, and spiritual, and the challenges in addressing them. Drake a…

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Mike Foss | Jul 23, 2024 15:33

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The Warrior Bonfire Program is a nonprofit organization that provides bonfire retreats for Purple Heart recipients, focusing on recreational therapy and building support communities. The retreats offer activities such as skiing, hunting, fishing, and kayaking. The organization also supports spouses and couples through separate retreats that address…

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John Gartin | Jul 19, 2024 42:20

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John Gartin shares his coaching journey, starting from coaching high school students to building successful rowing programs at universities. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of novice athletes and meeting them where they are. Gartin also highlights the significance of small wins, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, a…

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James Rowe | Jul 18, 2024 15:37

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James Rowe shares his journey from cutting hair to becoming a senior leader in an organization. He emphasizes the importance of confidence and having tough conversations as a leader. James also discusses the concept of leading from behind, where you empower and support the talents of the people around you. He shares tips on building trust and estab…

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How Do You Deconstruct a Story? | Ep. 225 | The Merry Writer Podcast 20:03

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Can a deconstructed story help your own writing? In today's episode, we discuss how and why you might want to deconstruct stories. What we cover: What does deconstructing mean? Why deconstructing can help How you can deconstruct a story or movie What deconstruction isnt As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your though…

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How Can You Use Mind Mapping? | Ep. 224 | The Merry Writer Podcast 24:31

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Whether you outline or plan your books or not, mind mapping is an excellent way to keep track of happenings within your novel and your writing process. This week, we share some ways you can utilize mind mapping to stay organized. In this episode, we cover: What mind mapping is How you can create mind maps Ways to use mind mapping…

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Ben Gioia | Jul 9, 2024 26:54

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In this conversation, Ari Block interviews Ben Gioia, author and book coach, about the power of influence and building authority. Ben emphasizes the importance of serving others and understanding their needs before creating a product or service. He also discusses the value of trust and how it can be cultivated through genuine interactions. Ben shar…

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Sam Pressler: Commitments, Connections & Communities 36:17

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The Common Good podcast, a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and the structure of belonging. This week's episode is with Sam Pressler. Sam is a community-builder, researcher, and writer focused on connecting people to the relationships and responsibilities that make life worth living. He was the founder an…

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How Do You Deal With Anxiety As A Writer? | Ep. 223 | The Merry Writer Podcast 37:22

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Do you suffer from anxiety? Worried about how it might impact your writing career and not sure how to make headway? Then check out today's podcast where we are joined by our guest author Sam Weiss, who shares her thoughts and insights into dealing with anxiety as a writer. In this episode, we cover: Possible anxiety triggers for …

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Jordan Hooper | Jun 22, 2024 28:37

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In this conversation, Jordan discusses the importance of building trust with different stakeholders in product management, including the engineering team, customer success, sales, and marketing. He emphasizes the need for transparency, clear communication, and collaboration. Jordan also highlights the significance of aligning the product strategy w…

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Kaushik Kannan | Jun 28, 2024 13:23

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Kaushik Kannan, a former member of the e-commerce marketing team at Capital One, shares his experience of launching an A/B test that generated significant revenue. The test involved adding conversion-focused calls-to-action (CTAs) to an informational page for balance transfer cards. The hypothesis was that these CTAs would drive more conversions. K…

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Where Can You Keep Track Of Your Reading Progress? | Ep. 222 | The Merry Writer Podcast 18:01

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES If you're listening to this podcast, then you're probably an avid reader. But how do you typically keep track of the books you've read and your TBR pile? This week, we discuss various places you can do so. In this episode, we cover: Online platforms Keeping track by hand What we do Creating your own tracker As always, thanks for …

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Karen Eber | Jun 21, 2024 43:26

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The conversation revolves around the technical difficulties of live streaming on various social media platforms and the power of storytelling. The guest, Karen Eber, shares her personal story of having two different colored eyes and how it became a superpower for her in social interactions. She also tells a story about a friend who dropped her phon…

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What Are The Benefits Of A Positive Read? | Ep. 221 | The Merry Writer Podcast 13:09

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Have you ever received a Positive Read of your manuscript? Not sure why you might want one, check out today's episode where we get into that. In this episode, we cover: What is a Positive Read Why would you might want one Things to consider when giving a Positive Read As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts…

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Eleanor Meireles | Jun 12, 2024 38:29

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Summary Eleanor shares her journey of moving to Brazil, learning Portuguese, and transitioning from a career in finance to becoming an executive emotional coach. She emphasizes the importance of following your intuition and feeling your feelings to create your reality. Eleanor discusses her vision of creating a healing center and how she manifested…

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Mette Ovringmo June 11 2024 37:28

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In this conversation, the guest discusses the importance of problem identification in product management and the tendency for teams to jump to solutions without fully understanding the problem. They emphasize the value of spending time on the problem and challenging assumptions. The guest also highlights the need for psychological safety in teams, …

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How Can You Get To Know Your Characters? | Ep. 220 | The Merry Writer Podcast 16:51

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Character development isn't always easy. That's why we deep dive into various ways writers can get to know their characters on another level outside their novels. In this episode, we cover: Writing them outside their main story Putting yourself in their shoes Interviewing your characters Writing their origin story Related: Episod…

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Hailey Baker | Jun 7, 2024 36:39

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Summary Haley, a private investigator specializing in missing persons cases, discusses her work and the challenges she faces. She handles a variety of cases, including cold cases and finding birth parents. Haley emphasizes the importance of time in missing persons cases and the difficulties of finding evidence and witnesses after a long period of t…

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What Are Some Different Ways You Can Use Writing? | Ep. 219 | The Merry Writer Podcast 35:31

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES There are many uses for writing, it doesn't always have to be about writing novels. Today, we are joined by author Frances Altman who discusses some different ways you can use writing. In this episode, we cover: Writing as therapy Writing as a hobby Writing as a career As always, thanks for listening to The Merry Writer Podcast, …

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Rudy Krabbe | Jun 4, 2024 37:18

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Summary In this conversation, Ari Block interviews Rudy Krabbe, discussing his proudest moment in his professional history, his experience working at Swatch, the challenges of meeting incredible demand, the history and innovation of Swatch, the differences between markets, the importance of honest communication and feedback, and the difficulties of…

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Jon Hirst | May 31, 2024 29:20

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Summary Jon Hirst discusses his experiences in creating innovative projects and organizations that bring people together and provide solutions to their needs. He shares his work on a website for teenagers in the late 90s, where he helped them find answers to their challenges and provided faith-based support. He also talks about his involvement in s…

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Kay Lindahl: Listening as Gift, Art & Choice 22:32

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and the structure of belonging. For this week's episode Joey Taylor speaks with Kay Lindahl about listening as a gift, art and choice before focusing on listening in groups and physical environments that make sacred listening possible. Kay Lind…

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What Are Some Self-Editing Tips? | Ep. 218 | The Merry Writer Podcast 22:57

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES The writing doesn’t end after the first draft! Before you send your manuscript to beta readers and editors, take some time to self-edit your work. This week, we discuss tips to self-editing to be productive and also make it fun. In this episode, we cover: Keeping a checklist and questions to answer Reading through your manuscript…

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What Should You Consider When Being A Beta Reader? | Ep. 217 | The Merry Writer Podcast 22:32

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES This week we are all about beta reading! Are you considering being a beta? Want to make the experience good for you and the author? Then check out this episode! In this episode, we cover: Questions to ask before agreeing Be aware of timeframe Formats What the Author may want As always, thanks for listening to The Merry Writer Pod…

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Dan Joyner: The Pain of Every Leader 27:47

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and the structure of belonging. For this week's episode Joey Taylor speaks with Dan Joyner about participatory leadership, pain, fear and hospitality. Dan Joyner is a change management consultant and facilitator in education, government and the…

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What Should You Include In Character Profiles? | Ep. 216 | The Merry Writer Podcast 19:06

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Regardless of whether you're a planner or pantser, do you keep track of your characters? Do you create character profiles? They're fun to make, but time consuming and it can be difficult to decide what info to include in them. This week, we discuss what to add to character profiles for you (and your readers) to know. In this epis…

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Ari Weinzweig: Dignity & Beliefs 28:06

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and structures of belonging. Brad Wise is the host for this episode. He was a Common Good Collective Fellowship participant and he runs an organization called Wolf House Fables. Today's episode is a live conversation, hosted by Bobby Slattery a…

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Story Samurai Story Samurai ep#2 | May 8, 2024 001 45:02

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Summary The conversation explores the themes of personal authenticity, learning from mistakes, and building a culture of trust and transparency. Jeff Green emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and not having regrets. He shares personal stories that highlight the value of making mistakes and learning from them. Jeff also discusses the …

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storysamurai.ai | May 7, 2024 001 51:13

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Storytelling is a key strategy for career success, allowing you to forge an emotional connection with your audience, whether it's a hiring manager or your boss. By sharing your unique experiences and vision, you not only stand out in a competitive job market but also find roles that align with your aspirations. Your story is your strength—use it to…

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Should You Write Short Form Stories? | Ep. 215 | The Merry Writer Podcast 14:08

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Have you ever written short-form stories? If you haven't then this episode might just be for you! As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? Want to be a guest on The Merry Writer Podcast? If you would like to be considered, please take the t…

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How Can You Write Middle Grade Characters Well? | Ep. 214 | The Merry Writer Podcast 38:28

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Have you tried your hand at writing middle grade but struggled making the characters come to life? Don't worry; Serena Labrecque joins us this week to discuss writing middle grade characters well. In this episode, we cover: The popularity of middle grade Structuring a middle grade novel Researching for a younger audience Represen…

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How Long Does It Take To Write A Book? | Ep. 213 | The Merry Writer Podcast 17:28

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES So, just how long does it take to write a book? You know the answer, we know the answer - but give this episode a listen anyway, to find out why we picked it. :) As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? If you would like to be considered, p…

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How Can You Lower Your Word Count? | Ep. 212 | The Merry Writer Podcast 16:29

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Last week, we talked about stretching your word count, but what if you go over your word count? It’s not always easy to cut words and certain scenes. This week, we discuss various ways you can make your manuscript shorter. In this episode, we cover: Knowing what readers need to know Avoiding repetition Using stronger vocabulary W…

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How Can You Stretch Your Word Count? | Ep. 211 | The Merry Writer Podcast 16:50

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Are you an underwriter? Do you often struggle to get your word count up? Then you might enjoy this episode where we discuss what you can do to boost those word counts! As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SHOW? Want to be a guest on The Merry…

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Greg Jarrell: Our Trespasses (part 2) 23:58

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and structures of belonging. On this episode, author Greg Jarrell joins host, Courtney Napier and a handful of friends from around the country to conclude the discussion about Greg's new book, Our Trespasses: White Churches and the Taking of Am…

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Why Is Writing For Children Important? | Ep. 210 | The Merry Writer Podcast 49:52

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Writing for children is an art form all on its own. While it has the same pieces as any novel, children’s books are unique and serves a different purpose for its age group. This week, Darlene Foster joins us to discuss why writing for children is so important. In this episode, we cover: Typical themes in children’s books How to m…

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Greg Jarrell: Our Trespasses (part 1) 26:55

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The Common Good podcast is a conversation about the significance of place, eliminating economic isolation and structures of belonging. On this episode, author Greg Jarrell joins host, Courtney Napier and a handful of friends from around the country to discuss Greg's new book, Our Trespasses: White Churches and the Taking of American Neighborhoods. …

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How Do You Deal With The Problem of Perfectionism? | Ep. 209 | The Merry Writer Podcast 18:17

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES Do you suffer from perfection? Is it hard to let your manuscript see the light of day because it's not yet "perfect?" Are you striving to be the best beyond all measure? Well, stop it! In today's episode, we are talking about that insidious condition known as Perfectionism and ways we have been dealing with it and things you can …

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What Should Writers Discuss On Their Blog? | Ep. 208 | The Merry Writer Podcast 29:07

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES If you're a writer, then you probably have a website, right? Right? And if you have a website, then you might also have a blog. A blog is a great way to keep your website looking active and updated. This week, Ari and Rachel discuss content writers can share on their blog. In this episode, we cover: Types of blog posts Niche(s) C…

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What Is The Difference Between Cliches and Tropes? | Ep. 207 | The Merry Writer Podcast 18:07

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EPISODE SHOW NOTES In this week's episode, we (try) to discuss the difference between cliches and tropes. I say try, because apparently it was a crazy day for both of us, so if you made it through to the end, good on yer! As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. WANT TO BE A GUEST ON THE SH…

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