Best Arielle and Kay Podcasts (2024)

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76. Book Mapping in Fiction with Lauren Kay 46:06

3h ago46:06

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Nonfiction and fiction seem to exist in different worlds – but in this episode, we chat with fiction author and book coach Lauren Kay about all of the things they have in common! Like us, Lauren is a plotter, not a pantser, and she has built an incredible author community around her resources for fiction authors. She shares about: how and why she b…

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Chris + Brooke Eden 40:04

21h ago40:04

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On this episode of The Gist, Chris Vetrano chats with country artist Brooke Eden about her journey in the industry and her life with her wife, Hilary. Brooke opens up about how they met, the challenges of being openly gay in country music, and her plans to start a family through IVF. She also shares what it was like to hide her sexuality early on a…

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75. Lessons Learned from Atomic Habits with Blake Atwood 54:21

7d ago54:21

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If you’ve read Hungry Authors, then you know that we use James Clear’s Atomic Habits as a consistent example throughout the book, because it’s been one of the top selling books of the last decade and it so perfectly exemplifies many of the lessons we teach here. Well – today we have the honor of chatting with Blake Atwood, one of the editors who wo…

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Case 105: Kirsten Costas, The Death of a Cheerleader 47:22

13d ago47:22

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In this episode, we dive into the tragic case of Kirsten Costas, a 15 year old high school student and cheerleader from the quiet suburb of Orinda, California, whose life was cut short by a fatal act of jealousy. Kirsten was lured out under false pretenses by her classmate Bernadette Protti and the evening took a horrifying turn. What drove this de…

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74. Believing in Your Idea with Jennifer Louden 48:46

7d ago48:46

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Jennifer Louden is a national bestselling author and writing coach who specializes in helping aspiring women writers claim their big ideas and put them into writing. In this episode, Jen helps us understand what makes a Big Idea “big” and how our ideas have to be shaped and honed with careful work and mining. Women especially often struggle to clai…

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Case 104: The Rogers Family Murders 1:34:30

13d ago1:34:30

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In this episode, we dive into the haunting case of the Rogers family murders also known as the Tampa Bay murders, a crime that shocked Florida in 1989. While on a dream vacation, Joan Rogers and her two daughters, Michelle and Christe, were lured onto a boat by Oba Chandler. What started as a friendly offer turned into a horrific crime when the fam…

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73. Writing a Must-Read with AJ Harper 59:26

16d ago59:26

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This episode is an absolute must-listen for those who want to write a must-read! Today, Liz & Ariel sit down (virtually) with AJ Harper to talk about how to design a book that engages readers from page one, leads them on an intuitive journey, and delivers a powerful transformation that’s even better than they imagined. The three of us share our bes…

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Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Recap (w/ Arielle Zimmel + Emily Vecchio) 1:09:05

15d ago1:09:05

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Chris is joined by his friends Emily Vecchio and Arielle Zimmel to recap the thrilling first season of Hulu's Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. From the scandals that rocked TikTok to the Fruity Pebbles secret that divided the group, they cover what can only be described as one of the most exciting new shows in reality TV "herstory." Join them as they …

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Case 103: Beneath the Garden, The Bruce McArthur Murders 56:10

22d ago56:10

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In this episode we unravel the horrifying story of Bruce McArthur, a seemingly harmless landscaper who preyed on Toronto's LGBTQ+ community. From his unsuspecting double life to the slow investigation that uncovered his gruesome crimes, we discuss each layer of the case. We touch on the lives of his victims, the mistakes and breakthroughs that shap…

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72. The Art and Craft of Telling True Stories with Brendan O’Meara 53:49

1M ago53:49

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What exactly is “creative nonfiction”? Today we discuss this question with a writer who’s built his writing career on this sometimes debatable, somewhat elusive term: Brendan O’Meara, host of the Creative Nonfiction Podcast. Brendan says that “creative nonfiction” is a big umbrella, encompassing journalism, narrative nonfiction, personal essay, mem…

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Case 102: The Deadly Stalking of Kay Weden 46:51

1M ago46:51

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Kay was just your typical single mother who was trying to find companionship, love and perhaps a good role model for her son, Jason. In December of 1993, she thought she may have found just that with Victor Gunnarsson. Right when Kay thought the relationship was moving forward though, Victor disappeared. She didn't have much time to worry about Vic…

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Chris + Alexandra Kay 58:21

29d ago58:21

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Host Chris Vetrano sits down with rising country artist Alexandra Kay to discuss her incredible accomplishments as an independent artist. Alexandra opens up about the personal challenges she faced during her divorce, which inspired the raw honesty of her debut album "All I've Ever Known." She also shares how she's navigated the music industry, turn…

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71. 10 Myths About Publishing with Terry Whalin 39:54

1M ago39:54

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A large part of what we do at Hungry Authors is help to set authors’ expectations around what it’s actually like to write and publish a book. That’s also what Terry Whalin does in his practical, candid book 10 Publishing Myths: Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed. In this episode, Terry shares the myths and misconceptions that many authors hold …

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Case 101: The Heavenly Creatures Murder AKA The Parker-Hulme Murder 50:13

1M ago50:13

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Pauline Parker and Juliet Hulme were just your typical teenage girls living in Christchurch, New Zealand in the 1950's, or so everyone thought. The pair became fast friends through their mutual health issues that excluded them from gym class. Then, they just as quickly established their mutual love for all things dark and depraved. The girls' becam…

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70. Rewriting Our Limiting Beliefs with Robin Finn 47:49

1M ago47:49

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Welcome to Season 4 of the Hungry Authors podcast! We’re kicking off this fall season with a deep soul exploration into the beliefs that hold us back with beloved author and writing teacher Robin Finn. Robin’s book, Heart. Soul. Pen., is full of the soul care writing wisdom that all of us need to tackle our fears and rewrite the limiting beliefs th…

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Case 100: Belva Gaertner and Beulah Annan, He Had It Comin' 1:21:09

2M ago1:21:09

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To celebrate our 100th case, we discuss the women who inspired Maureen Dallas Watkins' play and longest running musical, Chicago. During the height of prohibition the beautiful and classy pair ended up in Cook County's murderess row after being charged with the murders of their lovers. Belva Gaertner, the real life counterpart to Velma Kelly, was a…

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Chris + Ben Mandelker (Watch What Crappens) 1:03:38

2M ago1:03:38

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Chris sits down with Ben Mandelker, one half of the popular podcast "Watch What Crappens," to dive deep into all things Bravo. From the ever-evolving Real Housewives franchise to the addictive shows from the vault that are in desperate need of a reboot. Brace yourself for some hilarious rants as Ben shares his expert insights on the good, the bad, …

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69. Launching Your Book with Joy with Merideth Hite Estevez 51:46

2M ago51:46

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This week, we’re chatting with our friend Merideth Hite Estevez, founder and author of Artists for Joy, about the resistance we’ve been feeling during book launch. This is the part most authors dread – marketing is often harder than writing it! We’re definitely feeling that right now. Merideth offers us some helpful reframes to approach book launch…

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Case Number 99: John List, The Boogeyman of Westfield 1:04:36

2M ago1:04:36

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Possibly America's most infamous family annihilator, John Emil List shocked all of the country in 1971 when he killed his mother, wife and three children before fleeing New Jersey. Convinced he was "saving their souls" the devoutly religious Lutheran saw the death as the only way they would be accepted into Heaven. Perhaps more shocking than their …

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Case Number 98: Ariel Castro, The Monster of Cleveland 1:57:43

2M ago1:57:43

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The working class community on the west side of Cleveland, Ohio were shocked when two teenage girls went missing almost exactly one year apart. Little did they know another young woman had been taken before that as well. All three victims had one thing in common. They knew who the perpetrator was. Ariel Castro was fairly well known on the west side…

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Chris + Maggie Rose 49:51

2M ago49:51

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Chris welcomes Maggie Rose to the series to chat about her critically acclaimed new album "No One Gets Out Alive," her journey through Nashville's music scene, and her full circle moment with Kelly Clarkson. Plus, she shares some of her pop culture guilty pleasures and together the Real Housewives fans workshop her Housewives tagline. Visit the lin…

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68. Hungry Authors Virtual Book Toast 29:54

2M ago29:54

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Last Tuesday – August 6, 2024 – was the official publication day for Hungry Authors! Our friend Merideth Hite Estevez (who’s been on the show before) offered to host a virtual book toast for us to celebrate the occasion. If you weren’t able to make it live, here is the replay of the book toast. And in another episode we’ll answer additional questio…

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Case Number 97: Heaven's Gate Cult, The End of Times 50:14

2M ago50:14

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We pick up after Ti has died and Do shifts the group's focus with a slightly more religious view and a little less sci fi perspective. Though, they still very much prepare to "graduate" to the alien ship that they believe Ti will now send for them. In order to shed more of their humanity, many of the members make major physical sacrifices. The 1990…

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67. Hungry Authors Introduction: Welcome to the Club 28:16

2M ago28:16

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In honor of the publication of Hungry Authors: The Indispensable Guide to Planning, Writing, and Publishing a Nonfiction Book, we are proud to bring you an excerpt from the audiobook (published by Oasis Media) – “Introduction: Welcome to the Club.” In this excerpt, you’ll learn more about us, Liz & Ariel, and understand the transformation that’s in…

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Case Number 97: Heaven's Gate Cult, The Early Days 55:31

3M ago55:31

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When Marshall "Herff" Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles met during a stint in the psych ward of their local hospital, the pair hit it off instantly. They decided to go on a spiritual journey together once released and left their lives behind. Influenced by a number of spiritual, religious and cultural practices, they came to the conclusion that they we…

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66. Publishing Hungry Authors with Executive Editor Christen Karniski 28:52

3M ago28:52

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What is it like to publish your book with a traditional publisher? In this episode, we take you behind the scenes with our very own editor at Rowman & Littlefield/Bloomsbury, Christen Karniski! Christen is in the business of publishing hungry authors (literally – Hungry Authors the book and hungry authors like all of us!). She makes decisions every…

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Case Number 96: Sarah Jo Pender, The Alleged Mastermind 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

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Within a two month period, Sarah went from being a young woman who created a promising future for herself to housing three unemployed criminals. Her new boyfriend, Richard Hull, had vouched for his friend, Andrew Cataldi and Andrew's girlfriend, Tricia Nordman. Then Sarah met the couple and she thought they were great! Unfortunately, Sarah quickly …

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65. The Pulse on Publishing with Don Pape

3M ago

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Today we have a very special guest – our very own literary agent, Don Pape! In this episode, we talk to Don about his career in various roles in publishing, the job of an agent, and what he’s learned about supporting Hungry Authors over the years. Take a look at recently published and forthcoming books represented by Don: AVAILABLE NOW! Grieving Ro…

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Case Number 95: The Tragic Story of Eridania Rodriguez 45:32

3M ago45:32

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When 46 year old Eridania Rodriguez went missing in the middle of her evening cleaning shift, her family immediately knew something was very wrong. After a search, they reported her missing as they suspected foul play. By the next morning, most of New York City was talking about the cleaning woman who disappeared in the financial district. It took …

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64. Hungry Authors Deleted Scene: The Three Forces at Work in Your Writing

3M ago

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If you’re going to write a book for anyone – even just your family – to read, then you need to get to know the two forces that will be guiding your efforts: Creativity and Marketability. This episode is a “deleted scene” from our book, Hungry Authors: The Indispensable Guide to Planning, Writing, and Publishing a Nonfiction Book (coming August 6!).…

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Case Number 94: Christine Paolilla, Miss Irresistible 36:03

4M ago36:03

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After years of struggle with both life circumstances and a medical condition that gave way to bullying, Christine finally found Rachel Coloroutis and Tiffany Rowell. The two girls took Christine under their wings and helped her achieve a status she never thought possible. Voted "Miss Irresistible" of her class, she blossomed from an ugly duckling t…

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Chris + Dagny 45:23

4M ago45:23

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Chris is back from his summer vacation and kicking off the last half of the year with his guest, pop music mastermind, Dagny. On the heels of the release of her new mini album "Elle," Dagny shares where her passion for writing pop music came from and who she'd love to collaborate with. Plus, she shares the details of learning Katy Perry heavily sam…

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63. The Power of a Metaphor with Emily P. Freeman

4M ago

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In this episode, Ariel & Liz chat with Emily P. Freeman, author of the New York Times bestselling How to Walk Into Room: The Art of Knowing When to Stay and When to Walk Away (Harper One, 2024). Emily’s entire book is framed around a metaphor – in this case, a unique way to frame a powerful idea and catch people’s attention. We chat about the metap…

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Back "Justin" Time 14:19

4M ago14:19

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After a short summer hiatus, Chris is back with some big news about the future of the podcast. Sharing the brand new ways to stay in touch on social (see links below) and what's in store for the podcast schedule. Then, he breaks down the Justin Timberlake arrest that had everyone singing "What Goes Around Comes Around." Chris shares the details of …

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Case Number 93: The Unbelievable Killing of Joel Kirkpatrick 1:10:00

4M ago1:10:00

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When 10 year old Joel Kirkpatrick was stabbed to death in the middle of the night at his mother's home, detectives were convinced she staged the scene. However, Julie Rea swore a masked intruder had committed the heinous act before grappling with her and making his getaway. Her story never changed and there wasn't strong physical evidence against h…

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62. How to Write a Conclusion That Inspires Action 24:16

4M ago24:16

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A good conclusion will change your reader’s life – whether you’re writing prescriptive nonfiction or memoir or narrative. In this episode, we take you through the mindset and goals of a great conclusion, as well as norms for both prescriptive and creative endings. You’ll learn how to send readers off with a powerful choice, or offer an epilogue tha…

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Case Number 92: The Alleged Crimes of Candy Montgomery 1:01:39

4M ago1:01:39

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Unsatisfied in her marriage, Candy's eye wandered towards fellow church member and friend, Allan Gore. Allan loved his wife, Betty, and had no interest in leaving her, but he could not stop thinking about Candy after she admitted she was attracted to him and thought he might be the one to fulfill her desires.The two went on to have an affair that l…

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61. How to Write an Introduction That Readers Will Love

4M ago

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Introductions are one of the hardest parts of a book to write! In this solo session, Liz and Ariel take you behind the scenes to share what makes a good introduction, the differences between introductions for prescriptive nonfiction and memoir/narrative nonfiction, and a template you can use to write your own. Preorder our book now!…

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Case Number 91: Marc Despain, A Deadly Conspiracy 55:33

4M ago55:33

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When Marc Despain arrived home after meeting his wife Michelle for a lunch date, he was gunned down in the couple's kitchen. The house had seemingly been ransacked but nothing of serious value taken. It didn't take detectives long to figure out this wasn't a burglary.It also didn't take long for the family to turn on each other. Michelle's Father, …

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60. Find a Friend, Write a Book Together – Your Guide to Coauthoring

4M ago

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You don’t see too many books authored by two people anymore. In the age of personal brands, coauthoring has fallen out of style, but we wanted to share with you everything we’ve learned about coauthoring, why more first-time authors should consider it, and how to make it successful. We get real about the finances, negotiating content, and managing …

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Case Number 90: Dana Sue Gray, The Serial Shopaholic 52:22

4M ago52:22

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After a rocky childhood, Dana faced losing her Mother to cancer at the young age of 14. Despite getting kicked out by her Father and Stepmother at 16, Dana went on to graduate high school and attend college to pursue a career in nursing. Inspired by the nurses who took care of her Mother, she wanted to help others in such a time of need.Unfortunate…

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59. All Our Best Writing Advice in One Episode

5M ago

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Welcome to the Summer Sessions! As we approach the launch date for our book, Hungry Authors: The Indispensable Guide to Planning, Writing, and Publishing a Nonfiction Book, we wanted to give you ALL of our best advice for ideating, writing, planning, and publishing your book. Some of this you’ll find in our new book, and some things are just for yo…

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Pop Culture Pyramid (w/ Jim Verraros) 1:00:57

5M ago1:00:57

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It's another edition of the Pop Culture Round Up, covering the best pop culture moments of the last month. This week, Chris welcomes Jim Verraros back to the podcast to chat about Met Gala red carpet looks, Hacks season three, and the hottest songs of the summer (Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter). Plus, Jim talks about his sexy new single "Pyramid"…

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Case Number 89: The Lady in the Barrel 56:24

5M ago56:24

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When Ron Cohen and his family tried to sell their Long Island, New York home, the buyers requested they clear out everything in a crawl space that had been used for storage. This included an industrial barrel that had been there since the Cohen family had bought the house 10 years prior.This reasonable request turned into a complete nightmare. When…

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Thoughts from The Tortured Poets Department 17:10

5M ago17:10

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Chris breaks down Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' with his track-by-track takes and thoughts about her full Anthology. From the Post Malone featured opener to the heartbreaking bop that had him think about Swift's former friend Katy Perry. Plus, he shares his opinions on where this album ranks among the Taylor Swift collect…

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Case Number 88: The Corpsewood Manor Murders 1:03:54

5M ago1:03:54

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Charles Scudder and his partner, Joseph Odom, moved to the town of Trion, Georgia to escape the hustle and bustle of city life in Chicago and live on their own terms. Many in the town were not happy with the couple's arrival due to their unorthodox lifestyle. Eventually acceptance grew when they realized Charles and Joseph had no ill intention towa…

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58. Season 3 Finale: How Fast Can You Really Write a Book?

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You’ve probably seen the ads for writing programs that promise a book in an insanely short amount of time: six weeks, one month, two weeks, one weekend – even 24 hours!! Is it really possible to write a “book” in that amount of time? As ghostwriters, we have strong feelings on this and we’re getting into how writers get the work done. Everyone has …

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The Traitors Season 3 Casting 22:41

5M ago22:41

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Chris is talking all about The Traitors this week! The internet broke when rumors that the season three cast had been revealed at NBC Universal's Upfront presentation early this week. Were Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie returning to reality TV on the popular game show? Was Howie Mandel really ready to put his fear of germs aside for $250k? The answ…

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Case Number 87: The Suspicious Fall of Bonnie Craig 56:02

5M ago56:02

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When Bonnie's body was found at the bottom of a cliff just off a hiking trail, her family was in utter shock and disbelief. The park was nowhere near where she was supposed to be that day and it was completely out of character for her to stray from her routine.Karen, Bonnie's Mother, was further shocked when she arrived at the medical examiner's of…

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57. What Makes a Book Interesting? with Jeff Goins

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Is it the idea itself? The story being told? The author’s voice? Yes – and no. In this episode, Ariel and Liz chat with bestselling author and ghostwriter Jeff Goins about how to write more interesting books by challenging readers’ assumptions. We talk about how memoirists can craft compelling arguments, how to tell the truth (but tell it slant), a…

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