Best Craft Works Dialogue Podcasts (2024)

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Live Comment Reading 8/28/24 to 9/18/2024 | Episode 9 36:56

4h ago36:56

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Celebrating Five Years of Sambaza Podcast: Milestones, Networking, and Community Wins & Losses or Learns - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 1:15:32

2h ago1:15:32

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to sustain a podcast for five years? Join us for a special celebration of five years of Sambaza Podcast! We kick off with a lively chat reflecting on our personal and professional milestones. Sambaza celebrates a five-year milestone by sharing how these moments have shaped his podcasting journey. Expect lots of …

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How to Build Wealth as Teacher | Episode 8 19:40

1d ago19:40

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How to Command Respect From Your Students | Episode 7 27:58

2d ago27:58

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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First Draft - Lorrie Moore 1:04:36

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Lorrie Moore is the Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of English at Vanderbilt University. She is the recipient of a Lannan Foundation Fellowship, as well as the PEN/Malamud Award and the Rea Award for her achievement in the short story. She is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Learn more a…

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Episode 200: The Pressure you Create 1:20:39

7m ago1:20:39

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This week, we talk about dreams in fiction (4:30), thumbnailing for a comic (14:15), comic formatting nightmares (22:15), and why reading bad books are is as important as reading good books (35:45) before we discuss a real life "What would you keep" story (43:50), simplifying things, and easing the pressure you put on yourself (53:40). --- Support …

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Navigating the Feedback Landscape: A Writer's Guide 25:01

12h ago25:01

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Feedback is an essential part of the writing journey, but it can also be one of the most challenging aspects to navigate. In this week's episode of Story Works Round Table, Kathryn and Alida delve into the intricacies of receiving and giving feedback, offering valuable insights and practical advice for writers at all stages of their careers. One of…

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Maximizing Conference Opportunities on a Budget and Building Podcasting Connections Through Communties & Personal Growth - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 1:19:52

2d ago1:19:52

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Ever wondered how to juggle attending high-profile conferences without breaking the bank? We've got you covered! In today’s episode, we kick things off with a chat about our daily routines, including Atlanta’s rainy days and my love for hot showers. Plus, we celebrate some exciting news—Sambaza has been nominated for the Diaspora Podcast of the Yea…

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Envisioning Possibilities: Imagination’s Role with Jay Ellis and Jason Reynolds 1:01:40

9d ago1:01:40

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Actor and debut author Jay Ellis joins award-winning author Jason Reynolds for an engaging discussion about his new memoir, Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend or Just Me?: Essays. In this heartfelt and humorous reflection, Jay shares stories of his childhood and his imaginary friend, Mikey, exploring how imagination shaped his life. The conversa…

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First Draft - Jessica Shattuck 1:10:15

10d ago1:10:15

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Jessica Shattuck is The New York Times Bestselling author of the novels Last House, The Women in the Castle, a New York Times Bestseller, #1 Indie Next Pick, and winner of The New England Book Award; Perfect Life, and The Hazards of Good Breeding, which was a New York Times Notable Book, a Boston Globe Editor’s Choice Best Book of the Year, and a f…

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Episode 199: Formative Ideas 1:08:40

4d ago1:08:40

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This week, we review a packing party and an alternative to media mail (4:30), writing backwards and seeding ideas in a story (16:00), returning to a project after letting it sit for a few months (25:00), how re-lettering becomes re-wording (36:10), finding the perfect image in your old files (44:40), and formative ideas (48:30). --- Support this po…

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All Teachers Are Phat | Episode 6 14:43

13d ago14:43

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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These 7 Quotes Will Change How You Teach | Episode 5 17:13

14d ago17:13

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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Navigating Comparison, Competition, and Collaboration in Podcasting - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 1:02:10

9d ago1:02:10

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Uncover the relentless spirit of Kenya's Gen Z as they rally against an oppressive finance bill, proposing taxes on essential items like sanitary pads, bread, and diapers. My insightful co-host, Sambaza, recounts his firsthand experience from the frontlines of the protests, bringing to light the far-reaching impact of these government policies. Swi…

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First Draft - Kaliane Bradley 58:33

19d ago58:33

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Kaliane Bradley is a British-Cambodian writer and editor based in London. Her short fiction has appeared in Somesuch Stories, The Willowherb Review, Electric Literature, Catapult, andExtra Teeth, among others. She was the winner of the 2022 Harper’s Bazaar Short Story Prize and the 2022 V.S. Pritchett Short Story Prize. Her novel is called The Mini…

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Episode 198: Cheesy Scenes (on Purpose) 1:15:51

11d ago1:15:51

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This week, we talk about purposefully cheesy scenes (5:30), using free time to do your less mentally strenuous work (23:00), doing critical restructuring work on a scene (29:30), how just vocalizing something can be a help (34:35), and handing off a script and receiving feedback (44:00). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…

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Thwarting Unwanted Sexual Advances From a Co-Worker | Episode 4 21:33

19d ago21:33

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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This Is Why You Were Chosen to Be a Teacher | Episode 3 15:11

20d ago15:11

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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Writing Senses with Paulette Stout 58:45

15d ago58:45

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his week at the Story Works Round Table podcast, Alida and Kathryn explore the power of sensory details in writing with award-winning author Paulette Stout. Join us as we discuss how to bring scenes to life through sight, sound, smell, touch, and taste. Paulette shares insights into her writing process, her latest work, and how she uses sensory det…

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Step-By-Step Instructions on How to Handle Difficult Students | Episode 2 18:52

21d ago18:52

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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Redefining Success: Embracing the Journey Over the Destination & Finding Fulfillment Beyond Metrics and Milestones in Your Journey - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 1:05:47

24d ago1:05:47

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What if the true measure of success isn't about completing every goal but finding peace with your journey? Join us as we celebrate June's events, from Men's Mental Health Awareness Month to the excitement of various podcasting gatherings, and dive into a heartfelt discussion with Sambaza on what it means to be genuinely successful. Sambaza shares h…

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These Tips Will Turn You Into a Master Teacher | Episode 1 31:16

22d ago31:16

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Connect and Support: - Book 1-on-1 Sessions via Email: consultations@virtuousteacher.com - Book Guest Appearances via Email: bookings@virtuousteacher.com - Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Cwv3VKpEAZLRYc8EbXRkt?si=7e3b1d0ed1074d73 - Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-virtuous-teacher-podcast/id1650300607 - W…

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Episode 197: Making Dialogue Better 1:07:50

21d ago1:07:50

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This week, we talk about commissions (2:30) and how they can inspire your print portfolio, when a short idea sparks something ever larger (8:00), making dialogue better through multiple edits (16:30), and signing yourself up for a massive re-lettering project (34:00). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingcomics/su…

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First Draft - Carl Phillips 1:05:15

24d ago1:05:15

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Carl Phillips is the author of 17 books of poetry, most recently Scattered Snows, to the North and Then the War: And Selected Poems 2007-2020, which won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize. His other honors include the 2021 Jackson Prize, the Aiken Taylor Award for Modern American Poetry, the Kingsley Tufts Award, a Lambda Literary Award, the PEN/USA Award for…

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The Power of Black Fantasy Stories: Redefining African Mythology with Tomi Adeyemi 59:04

21d ago59:04

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In this episode, New York Times Bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi and actress Zai Silla delve into a rich conversation about Children of Anguish and Anarchy, the final installment in the Legacy of Orisha trilogy. They discuss the emotional depths of Tomi's characters, the influence of African mythology, and the personal experiences that shape her sto…

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Navigating the Challenges of Podcasting & Debunking Podcasting Myths: Authenticity, Marketing, and Audience Engagement - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 1:15:34

24d ago1:15:34

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Ever thought podcasting is only for celebrities or those with high-end equipment? Think again! In this episode, we shatter some of the biggest myths surrounding podcasting. Learn why you don't need to be a star to make a meaningful impact with your podcast. We share personal stories and reflections that prove authentic voices and unique perspective…

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Episode 196: Creating a story From Scratch 55:32

1M ago55:32

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It's Part Two of the Art Retreat Recap! This week, we sit down with Gary Hodges (Dinosaurs vs Marsbots) and Jim Lujan (film animator, The Full Fungus) for part two of our Crestline art retreat recap, and talk about the design and execution of sound recording for video (4:00), the value of having people live and in person for feedback (12:20), refer…

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First Draft - Jodi Picoult 1:09:04

1M ago1:09:04

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Jodi Picoult is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of 29 novels, including By Any Other Name, Mad Honey, Wish You Were Here, and My Sister's Keeper, and, with daughter Samantha van Leer, two young adult novels, Between the Lines and Off the Page. Picoult’s books have been translated into thirty-four languages in thirty-five countries. Picoult…

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Battling Burnout & Diaspora Dialogues: Our Journey to Sustainable Podcasting, Sustaining Creativity and Finding Balance in Content Creation - Pod Chat with Sambaza. 41:05

1M ago41:05

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Ever felt overwhelmed by the relentless demands of podcasting? We’ve been there. Join us as we share our personal battles with burnout and the tough realities of managing a podcast. In a heartfelt discussion, Sambaza opens up about his journey as a diaspora podcaster, highlighting the cultural bridge he builds between African-Americans and people i…

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Roots of Resilience: Exploring African American History and Literature with Nikole Hannah-Jones 1:06:04

1M ago1:06:04

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Have you ever wondered how deep the roots of African American history and literature go? We are also privileged to have Nicole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of the 1619 Project, share her journey and personal connection to Black history. She also reads an impactful excerpt from her work and stresses preserving Black history. Moderate…

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Episode 195: Craft Experimentation 1:13:15

1M ago1:13:15

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It's Part One of the Art Retreat Recap! This week, we sit down with Joshua Kemble (Jacob's Apartment, Not Death But Love: the Strange, Supernatural Story of Elizabeth Barrett Browning), Scott Serkland (The Young and the Dead, Serkworks Art Labs), and Cory Kerr (Illo Talk Substack) in part one of the recap of our creative retreat! We talk about work…

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First Draft - Abby Geni 1:00:46

1M ago1:00:46

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Abby Geni is the author of the novels The Wildlands and The Lightkeepers and the short story collections The Last Animal and The Body Farm. Her books have been translated into seven languages and have won the Barnes & Noble Discover Award and the Chicago Review of Books Awards, among other honors. Geni is a faculty member at StoryStudio Chicago and…

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SWRT 303 | Lainey Cameron interviews Alida about A Stone's Throw, novel 38:20

1M ago38:20

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This week, the Story Works Round Table is turned: Alida is interviewed by guest host, Lainey Cameron, award-winning author, podcaster, and book marketing expert. They discuss writing without genre in mind, starting with a vision only described as magical realism. Alida's novel, A Stone's Throw, explores themes of relationships, and motherhood, whil…

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S8E15 - Celebrating Success and Community Support; Milestones and Momentum in Paula's Podcasting Adventure!! #SeasonFinale 1:03:52

1M ago1:03:52

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What if you could transform a personal struggle into a thriving community platform? Amanda from "Manders Mindset" takes the reins as guest host to chat with Paula about the incredible journey behind "Talk Shit with P" hitting the monumental 10,000 downloads mark. Paula opens up about the emotional rollercoaster from launching her podcast as a thera…

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Episode 194: Comic Con Recap 1:23:24

2M ago1:23:24

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This week, we discuss getting art back for a novel (4:15), ordering signage and prepping commissions prior to San Diego Comic Con (10:15), replacing placeholders with details, and the work that goes into those details (16:30), Selling at San Diego Comic Con (22:00), and thinking your way through an 8-page comic story (32:45) before we talk more abo…

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First Draft - Jill Ciment (Returns) 1:00:59

2M ago1:00:59

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Jill Ciment is the author of Small Claims, a collection of short stories and novellas; The Law of Falling Bodies, Teeth of the Dog, The Tattoo Artist, Heroic Measures, Act of God, The Body in Question, and memoirs Half a Life and Consent. She has been the recipient of numerous grants and awards, among them a National Endowment for the Arts fellowsh…

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