The BAN Radio Literary Program aims to support the African American community and to show people, through the radio show, that African American writers are more than just a niche. We bring wonderful stories to the minds and imaginations of everyone! We have stories to tell, using our voice and our experiences, that cross all races and cultures. Join us on Monday and Wednesday Nights, 8-10 pm EST. BECOME A GUEST ON THE SHOW. Go here to sign up today: http://www.edc-creations.com
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Enjoy live conversations from the biggest literary arts festival in the country featuring Black writers, Black stories, and Black culture.
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This show is an entertainment platform. We are focused on providing a diversity to help educate and/or promote authors, writers, poets, musicians, filmmakers, content creators, and entertainers! We will also discuss pop culture, current events, positive thinking, and much more! The world of arts is a unique one and this is a great place to share your experience and gain continued exposure! Formerly known as “Ocyrus Ink Podcast”
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Award-winning author and lawyer, Tochi Onyebuchi, and award-winning play/TV writer, A. Zell Williams, discuss the news, politics, and culture from the perspective of 2 black men to need to laugh to keep from screaming.
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A podcast hosted by TheAverageGuy.tv 's Jim Collison and special guest Rich O'Neil who explore the world of technology with these random weekend podcasts. We use Google+ hangouts to gather technology guys and gals and talk about whatever is hot, current or frustrating to us. No outlines, no agenda, no worries.
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"Yum's The Word" is the only show that blends old-school fun with modern-day storytelling. Join host, Robin Gelfenbien, and some of NYC's best storytellers, comedians and writers every month for funny true stories, Mad Libs, nostalgic candy and Robin's homemade ice cream cakes.* Past guests have included stars from "Orange is the New Black," Aasif Mandvi (The Daily Show), Sasheer Zamata (SNL), Ophira Eisenberg (NPR), Joy Behar (The VIew), Tom Shillue (The Tonight Show)and more! "We love Yum' ...
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Crown Holders Launch Party - Reap by Tiffani Quarles Sanders
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Reap: The Bible Belt Series by Tiffani Quarles Sanders ALABAMA 1931: Annie Lawson thanked the Lord every day for the life she and her husband, Sam, had made for themselves as sharecroppers on the Moore plantation. They were even more blessed to raise their granddaughter Liz, a bright, observant, book-loving girl who longed to continue her education…
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Ep. 60 - Father's day special featuring my father, Mr. Black (Host of podcast show, "STEP UP DADS!")
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My father and host of his podcast show, "STEP UP DADS," Mr. Black, paid me a visit while recording on location in Keesler, MS. On this episode we have fun, joke around, and talk about the importance of fatherhood. To all of my fathers out there, if your father has been active in your life and continues to remain active in your life, keep him close …
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Ella D. Curry hosts Vanessa Miller for Crown Holders Conversations
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Vanessa Miller is a best-selling, award-winning author and playwright. Vanessa’s novels have received rave reviews, with several appearing on Essence Magazine Bestseller’s List. Miller’s work has received numerous awards, including the 2022 Best Christian Fiction award for her novel Something Good at the African American Literary Awards Show. She h…
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GENERATIONS LAUNCH PARTY with authors Suzette Harrison and Suzette Riddick
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Generations features ten novellas grouped in five sets of two books each. Each set offers one historical fiction novella and one contemporary women’s literature novella. The historical and contemporary heroines from each set are directly interconnected. Generations is a celebration of our culture (past and present), sisterhood, and the power and st…
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Ep. 59 - Interview with author, Marc Johnson
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Special interview with author, Marc Johnson. Here's his website: https://marcanthonyjohnson.com/By O'Cyrus
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Ep. 58 - Will Smith and Martin Lawrence stunned by Harry Mack freestyle
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Original YouTube link to Harry Mack's freestyle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4JxqES_GzkBy O'Cyrus
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Have a safe, exciting, and fun Memorial Day Weekend everyone!!!! Special shout out to my homegrown supporters and new supporters!!By O'Cyrus
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Crown Holders Conversation with Authors Sheryl Lister and Savannah Jackson
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No Reservations by Sheryl Lister. Learn more: https://a.co/d/inN3OQk True friendship never ends. Best friends forever. That’s the vow Joy, Diane, Rochelle and Yvette made when they were children, and even in their mid-thirties, the friends have always been there for each other—through the highs and lows of life and love. Until forever comes up agai…
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Ep. 56 - My thoughts on Sean "P. Diddy" Combs domestic violence video and apology
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Hear my thoughts about this outrageous story and where I stand on the egregious behavior Sean "P. Diddy" Combs displayed on surveillance footage from 2016 where he physically assaulted his then girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. No one should suffer from domestic violence.By O'Cyrus
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Crown Holders Conversation with Siera London and Selena Haskins
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Fake It Till You Make It (The Calvary Brothers Book 1) https://a.co/d/3h6jpmb Debbie Mason meets Lizzie Shane in this small-town romance where a burned-by-love veterinarian arranges a fake partnership with a down-on-her-luck city girl in order to save his family business. When Amarie Walker goes for something, she goes big—including starting over. …
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Sometimes the greatest aspects of life lie on the other side of changeBy O'Cyrus
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Ep. 54 - Interview w/ author, Mariah Clark Skewes (FEATURED ON THE AUTHORS LOUNGE WITH O'CYRUS PODCAST)
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http://mariahclarkskewes.com/ Please click the link above to learn more about author, Mariah Clark SkewesBy O'Cyrus
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Ep. 53 - Interview with award-winning author, Terri Dorow(Featured from THE AUTHORS LOUNGE podcast)
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The author of the award-winning book series, 'Simon the Bunny' breaks down inspiration behind her stories, discloses her journey as an author, as well as providing inspiration for all listeners. Find out more about award-winning author, Terri Dorow at the link below and please don't forget to purchase a copy of her books as well: https://www.amazon…
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Ep. 52 - Friday Festivities Music Extravaganza #3
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ALL MUSIC IS COURTESY OF ARTLIST.IO ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Welcome back to my weekly showcase of undiscovered music artist where every Friday I drop a radio style show to promote music. This music is not locked into one specific genre. Instead, we promote all variety of music. We do not promote music that promotes any promiscuity, violence, erotica, o…
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Ep. 51 - Exciting announcements and future of Ocyrus Ink
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Ep. 50 - Friday Festivities Music Extravaganza #2
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ALL MUSIC IS COURTESY OF ARTLIST.IO ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Welcome back to my weekly showcase of undiscovered music artist where every Friday I drop a radio style show to promote music. This music is not locked into one specific genre. Instead, we promote all variety of music. We do not promote music that promotes any promiscuity, violence, erotica, o…
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Original video https://youtube.com/shorts/OvXGQioDSV4?si=rxqGFj7aGaiVVW2zBy O'Cyrus
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A special tribute episode to my wonderful, incredible, one-of-a-kind mother!!! Happy birthday mommy!!! WE LOVE YOU!!!By O'Cyrus
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Ep. 47 - Barnes & Noble event + children's show announcement
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Ep. 46 - Embrace your gift and live your best life!!
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Original video: https://youtube.com/shorts/hoqbJZOKA4g?si=idBIR3XXBUsTsQnr Embrace your gift and live your best life! Only through living in your purpose will you find the true meaning of your life.By O'Cyrus
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Ep. 45 - Friday Festivities Music Extravaganza #1
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ALL MUSIC IS COURTESY OF ARTLIST.IO ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newsletter so you can receive all of the latest updates) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ocyrusink Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/O-Cyrus/author/B0BM…
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Nothing in life is given. Every inch, every mile, every ounce of success is earned! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newsletter so you can receive all of the latest updates) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ocyrusink Books: https://www.amazon.co…
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What moves are you making to set yourself up for a more enjoyable and successful life 10 years down the road? Each decision we make should be calculated and strategized. Let me help you get to that point. Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newslett…
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Ep. 42 - Interview with international award-winning author, Sheryl J. Bize-Boutte
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Please visit: https://www.sheryljbize-boutte.com/ Sheryl J. Bize-Boutte is a prolific storyteller who has garnered awards as an author and poet throughout her career as a writer. Earning the nickname, "Disruptor" is much more than what the name entails. Please take a listen to this interview and for more information about Sheryl J. Bize-Boutte, ple…
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Ep. 41 - Akira Toriyama - Greatest Of All Time (Rest In Peace)
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The original audio was captured from my YouTube video found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WQ-3dsA8dMc&t=333s I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC. All music was used solely to pay tribute to Akira Toriyama. To the creator of my favorite anime and staple of my childhood, the great Akira Toriyama has sadly passed away. His legacy will certainly live…
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Ep. 40 - Happy Friday!! (Good music & Good Vibes)
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We did it everyone!! We survived another week. I hope your weekend is full of fun, enjoyable, awesome moments that will last forever. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode. It's full of great messages, great music, and great vibes. Take care and be safe!! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (…
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Such a journey being a storyteller has taken me on. I am fortunate and grateful to have won my sixth international book award for doing what I love and that is to tell stories. I want to give some great advice on how you can achieve the same type of success! Please, take a listen! =) Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: PLEASE do…
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Ep. 38 - Start your week off powerful (music included)
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We have the opportunity to start this week off strong! Write down a to-do list, set a few goals, and work towards them. You'd be surprised what waking up and telling yourself positive affirmations will do to you. Give a shot and listen to some good music while doing so!! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.o…
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Ep. 37 - Interview with Hip-Hop recording artist, Jalen Garrett
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Jalen Garrett has been in the game of creating Hip-Hop music since he was 15 years old. No gangster rap, just a Christian creating music through the genre of Hip-Hop. You're not going to want to miss this interview. See information below to contact him, support his work, and/or purchase his music: Website: http://jalengrateful.com Email: thejalenga…
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Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newsletter so you can receive all of the latest updates) YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ocyrusink?si=qAAGyHr33yF_11ZL Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/O-Cyrus/author/B0BMVYHKMX?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDra…
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Ep. 35 - Monday Motivation with energizing music to start your week
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Monday’s don’t have to be hard ladies and gentlemen. I think society labels a Monday as a terrible day because of it following up to a weekend. It’s all a matter of perspective. Check out this episode and get you a dose of some Monday Motivation!! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don…
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Ep. 34 - Hip-Hop/Lo-Fi/Jazz Music Promotion featuring | SKILSEL, ENHEEE, CHILLMORE, & PAOLOARGENTO
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Hip-Hop, Lo-fi, Jazz . . . music producers Skilsel, Enheee, Chillmore, and Paoloargento have created a range of instrumental music in their respective genre. On this episode, I would like to celebrate their music and showcase their skills on the airway. Below you will find a direct link to their catalog of music via Pixabay. Enjoy! Skilsel link “En…
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Most people think the road to a happy life is money. Though, money is a large factor in determining your lifestyle, it is indeed YOUR GIFT that will truly awaken your desires. YOUR GIFT will open you to new opportunities that you could never imagine. YOUR GIFT WILL MAKE ROOM FOR YOU! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: …
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Do you know what people such as Isaac Newton, Christopher Columbus, Muhammad Ali, and Martin Luther King all had in common? That one common dominator with what drove them to be such iconic, successful figures in history? Obsession . . . You're not going to want to miss this episode!! Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: …
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This audio was pulled directly from my YouTube video titled "DREAMS BURIED ALIVE." The link to that video is below. The entirety of this audio/video was recorded atop a hill at a cemetery. The concept of this story is to point out the reality in people who bring all of their potential; all of what they could have been in this world to their grave w…
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Ep. 30 - Lofi Music Artist appreciation featuring two Music Producers | CHILLMORE & FASSOUNDS
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Music!! Art!! Creativity!! To me, music is one of the most fundamental aspects one can include in everyday life. From the biggest music artists in the world to the undiscovered. Today I will be promoting two artist - music producer, CHILLMORE and music producer, FASSOUNDS. Below you will find a direct link to their work. Give them a chance . . . yo…
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Ep. 29 - Interview with G2 Radio Network Host, Dr. Jason Gordon
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You're not going to want to miss this interview with the wildly successful Radio Host, Podcast Host, Doctor, Military Service Member, YouTube Content Creator, etc. So many accolades and not enough time to type out the levels of success he has had over the years. Don't forget to follow and subscribe to all of his social media outlets. SEE BELOW FOR …
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Part of living a life of abundance, health, and wellness is physically taking care of your body. Monitor what goes into your body and how you train. This will be the difference maker for a successful life. Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK brand here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newslet…
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Ep. 27 - Showcase of music from SOULPRODMUSIC
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This LOFI masterpiece is titled “SAKURA” created and owned by music producer, SOULPRODMUSIC Checkout SOULPRODMUSIC’s body of work here: https://pixabay.com/users/soulprodmusic-30064790/ Lofi music: https://pixabay.com/collections/lofi-music-20152556/ __________________________________________________ Learn more about O'Cyrus and the OCYRUS INK bran…
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Ep. 26 - Discipline or Routine . . . which one comes first (New Podcast direction)
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Why do most people succeed in life? I'm not just talking about the richest people in the world; I'm talking about teachers, coaches, athletes, artists, musicians, writers, etc. What do the most successful people have in common? Discipline and routine. These two fundamentals are essential in the journey of success. No matter how big or small the suc…
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Ep. 25 - How I got my books into Barnes & Noble
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Barnes & Noble; the holy grail of book stores. I've been fortunate to have multiple books of mine carried on their shelf and I am NOT traditionally published. If you are self-published and want your books added into the ocean of Barnes & Noble inventory, trust me, you want to listen to this episode! Learn more about O'Cyrus here: Website: https://w…
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Such incredible, loving, and joyful memories which came out of 2023. Listen to O'Cyrus talk about family, career, success, and his journey throughout the year of 2023 in the first episode posted in 2024!By O'Cyrus
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Ep. 23 - (SPECIAL) Watch Night - Original Poem by O'Cyrus
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Learn more about O'Cyrus here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newsletter so you can receive all of the latest updates) In honor of Freedom's Eve, I'd like to briefly educate those who are unaware what December 31st symbolizes in American history. I'm no historian, but I placed a great deal of time r…
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Check out all of C “The Bull” Ski’s archived work: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NhVepK5BlPLWHyqYJl9sj?si=-8C6xrceRJmSnLwcp4hBBQ Thank you for never giving up on me, Sir. This entire episode is to garnish my appreciation for you. Happy birthday, Sir!! Enjoy!!By O'Cyrus
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Ep. 21 - John Saves Christmas (FULL AUDIOBOOK)
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https://www.ocyrusink.com John Saves Christmas can be purchased on the following outlets: Paperback - $12.99: https://a.co/d/b4ZVCOV Hardcover - $19.99: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/book/1144393033 Full length visual video of John Saves Christmas Audiobook https://youtu.be/g5ys5l3AHEA?feature=shared Christmas is only a few hours away but there’…
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Take some time and enjoy the holidays! Learn more about O'Cyrus here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget to subscribe to O'Cyrus' newsletter so you can receive all of the latest updates) Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/O-Cyrus/author/B0BMVYHKMX?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true ht…
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Early into your Author career? Stagnant on progression? Seeking advice on how to expand on book marketing strategies? Tune in to this episode and learn from O'Cyrus' experience on what has helped him garner book sales and find success as an award-winning Author. Learn more about O'Cyrus here: Website: https://www.ocyrusink.com (Please don't forget …
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Ep. 18 - Sigh… it’s a Monday… “Let’s change that narrative”
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Every Monday we hear at least one person say, "It's a Monday . . ." in such a dreadfully pessimistic way that you may find yourself dreading it as well. For those in that bubble; for those who catch themselves starting their week off on a negative note, listen to my poem titled, "Monday Blue's" right out of my poetry book, Dear Sick Mental Virus. L…
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Part of the problem most authors experience early in their career is going in writing a story with no specific target audience in mind. Maybe, there's an idea of the genre you want to write in, but you may not be aware of knowing the importance have specifically targeting a particular demographic. In this episode O'Cyrus provides a breakdown on kno…
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Ep. 16 - (SPECIAL) John Saves Christmas audiobook announcement
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Christmas is only a few hours away but there’s just one small problem . . . Santa Claus is terribly sick! Santa’s little helper’s rush in the middle of the night to seek the aid of everyone’s favorite bunny, John. They explain what’s happening to Santa and without a moment’s notice, John is on board to help. There’s not much time! John and Santa’s …
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