Best Extra Crispy Podcasts (2024)

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Deafness to Insight 32:58

7M ago32:58

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Watch the Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/tUdWCmvwSpo?si=cJi5nxvcQvFhIAHD- Insight Schema: https://youtu.be/tUdWCmvwSpo?si=iiFyJEgRN8nBiezK&t=1293Gene Key 43: Shadow of Deafness, Gift of Insight, Siddhi of EpiphanyConnect with Jessica:https://www.instagram.com/jessicadepa...jessica@posttraumaticgrowth.filmResources mentioned:Gene Keys: https://ge…

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Understanding the Transformational Process [Live at Onnit] 30:51

7M ago30:51

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Watch the YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/UvE2g1ueSxQThis workshop was presented at the Onnit Tribe Summit Nov 2023.Inspired by the work of my colleague Rick Alexander, writer of Dark Night of Our Soul www.posttraumaticgrowth.filmGet his transformation lecture series here: https://artofadversity.com/rebirth/Produced by: Preston MaddoxConnect with…

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A Mystic's Creative Process w. Will Cady 1:08:34

11M ago1:08:34

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Watch the Youtube Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjlxK_iwQpsVote for us to speak at SXSW:Surreal Sparks: Psychedelics' Role in the Creative Process >> https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/145352Explore the Evolutionary Purpose of Trauma >> https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/145350Creativity Unleashed: How to Turn Big Anxiety into Big Ideas >>…

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Music: Rites of Passage and Sharing Your Medicine w. Nahko 2:14:28

12M ago2:14:28

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Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/SOxXzQ5N60QThis is a behind-the-scenes interview with musician and activist Nahko which was originally recorded for the purposes of my team's new film "Dark Night of Our Soul". If you'd like to watch the trailer and support our crew with a donation to view https://bit.ly/posttraumaticgrowthfilm 00:00 Meet…

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Dislocation: Transformation Process, Attuning to Synchronicities 35:34

12M ago35:34

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Watch the Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/JApMAE_eugMWelcome to my new studio and enjoy this episode on the shadow of dislocation and the gift of orientation. Gene Key #2.00:00 Intro to the shadow of dislocation03:24 Reactive and repressive manifestations06:03 Beginning the transformation process11:25 3 stages of spiritual evolution through time1…

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Awakening: Initiation, Deep Self-Exploration, The "Great Change" w. Richard Rudd 1:52:05

1y ago1:52:05

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Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/beTKhAZHEKwThis is a behind-the-scenes interview with author and mystic Richard Rudd which was originally recorded for the purposes of my team's new film "Dark Night of Our Soul". If you'd like to watch the short version of our documentary, visit and support our crew with a donation to view https://bit.ly…

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Consciousness: Psychedelics, Self-Transformation, Post-Traumatic Growth w. Anderson Todd 2:03:42

1y ago2:03:42

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Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/eFQ1fTYwRPYThis is a behind-the-scenes interview with Anderson Todd which was originally recorded for the purposes of my team's new film "Dark Night of Our Soul". If you'd like to watch the short version of our documentary, visit support us with a small donation at https://bit.ly/posttraumaticgrowthfilm Y…

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Wisdom: Reducing Foolishness, Enhancing Connectedness with John Vervaeke PhD 1:15:02

1y ago1:15:02

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Watch the Youtube version: https://youtu.be/vTa3b9aSozcThis is a behind the scenes interview with John Vervaeke, PhD which was originally recorded for the purposes of my team's new film "Dark Night of Our Soul" www.posttraumaticgrowth.filmJohn is clearly a genius. That's apparent in the first 5 seconds. And it was one of those rare moments where I …

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Numerology: Divination, Prosperity Practices, Extra Crispy Spirituality w. Remington Donovan 1:23:25

1y ago1:23:25

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Watch the Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/CINq0cMBf1cRemington Donovan is a master numerologist and mystic seer, trained in the spiritual wisdom of the ancients. He was quite literally born into the traditions of mysticism, spirituality and meditation, which naturally evolved into his now 30 years of experience practicing with tarot and numerolog…

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Words: Wizard-level Spell Casting from a Self-identified Redneck 1:26:50

1y ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Mark England is on a mission to unlock the breath of humanity by making the victim mentality as cool as littering. This is a weird, somewhat irreverent conversation between this old friend and I about the power of words and the stories we tell ourselves. What I love about Mark's Enlifted system is that is actually a fairly simple mechanism of doing…

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Fertility: Hidden Science, Rites of Passage, Bio-geometry, WTF is even happening w. Dr. Nathan Riley 1:23:53

1y ago1:23:53

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Watch the Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/0s0VGC8NG5MThis was a wild one. Dr. Nathan Riley is opening new doors to the mysteries of fertility which conventional medicine currently refuses to acknowledge. A remnant of our witch hunt past? We explore that also. This is a great episode for anyone interested in geeking out on the human experience.Dr.…

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S6 - Episode 6: Big Idea Barn 53:06

1+ y ago53:06

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Welcome back to Deadline City! This week we are talking about the "Big Idea." But what is a "Big Idea" and who gets to decide that? We pull from our vast publishing experience plus trends we've seen come and go, and do a deep dive into a topic everyone seems to be chasing. Support the Show.

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Distraction: Sx, Drgs and Bob’s Burgers 26:11

1+ y ago26:11

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Watch the YouTube version here: https://youtu.be/K_IjNKwbuGQOne of the interesting things I noticed about this thing called distraction was how crazy it felt. This shadow is not subtle. It consumes us. It can possess us. With the slightest bit of awareness we can see that all of this crap that’s distracting us from who we really are is part of the …

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Inadequacy to Resourcefulness 40:50

1+ y ago40:50

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Watch the YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/O4azkLjzb_UWhy in the world is inadequacy an inherent part of our human experience? For all its darkness, it does have a purpose. And its purpose is to help us develop one of the most beautiful secrets to living a truly full life well lived. Enjoy the show! Resources mentioned:Gene Keys by Richard Rudd ht…

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S6: Episode 5 - Remix Row 53:38

1+ y ago53:38

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This week on Deadline City, we break down retellings and remixes. When it comes to writing, IS there anything new under the sun? We talk about our own experiences with tropes, reimaginings, classics, and WHO gets to tell these stories. Buckle in and join us. Support the Show.

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S6: Episode 4 - Myth Buster Manor 1:02:37

1+ y ago1:02:37

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This week we head to "Myth Buster Manor" where we asked the internet for publishing myths and rumors that are spread through the industry streets. Based on our experience, we tackle one by one. Is your career over if you don't hit the elusive NYT list? Are you relegated to a single genre? Does jumping agents make you less desirable? You asked, we a…

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S6: Episode 3 - The Political Playground w/ Samira Ahmed 1:14:37

2y ago1:14:37

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This week's episode features Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestseller and activist! It's a deep dive into the politics of being an author. What risks do we take? What do we have to consider when we're writing about people from the real world, or fantasy worlds? We interrogate ourselves and the way we approach social media, as well as the decisions o…

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Relationships: Gene Keys's Venus Sequence, a Mirror for Your Own Transformation with Elijah Parker 1:08:31

2y ago1:08:31

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Watch the Youtube Version of this interview: https://youtu.be/bneGijfE2pYYour Venus Sequence explores the mystery of attraction, your triggers and defense systems in relating, and how all relationships can become a mirror for transformation. This podcast episode of Shadow Work Library explores all of that in the realm of love, relationships, and em…

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S6: Episode 2 - Burnout Borough Pt. II (Extra Crispy) 42:12

2y ago42:12

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What's up Deadline City?! We're back to Burn Out Borough. This week we're having an honest conversation about how to identify burnout, working through COVID, what we're doing to cope with the times, and how we can be better. No matter what, we're still creating. We're in this together, and hope this episode lets you know that you're not alone in Bu…

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Season 6: Episode 1 - Where In The World Is Deadline City? 57:18

2y ago57:18

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We're back and more tired than ever! But first, we need to catch up on all that's happened in our lives since the start of the year. So much has happened in the publishing industry this summer, and we go through our own version of "the state of the union." From Barnes & Noble's new policies to book bannings to the DOJ v PRH, we have a lot of opinio…

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Shamanistic Psycho-Technologies Explained 24:02

2y ago24:02

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Watch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/1nf7iXOiWj8 In this episode, I take you through a set of shamanic psycho-technologies that I learned during my time with The Shaman. This is from a left-brained perspective so I hope you enjoy this decontextualized Western exploration of this ancient tech. In my opinion, meeting with a metaphysical guide …

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Purposelessness to Totality 40:20

2y ago40:20

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Shadow: Purposelessness. How this shadow shows up: Risk Taking or HollowYoutube Version: https://youtu.be/jwzN_z-Wicg I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - -Resources mentioned:Gene Keys by Richard Rudd: www.genekeys.com/books https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGJr08N-auM Society of the Specta…

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Opinion to Farsightedness 37:32

2+ y ago37:32

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Shadow: Opinion. How this shadow shows up: Submissive or victim to your own opinionThe Shadow Work Library is inspired by the Gene Keys: Get the book here https://amzn.to/38OlaeE I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - -Resources mentioned:Gene keys book: www.genekeys.com/books Master and His …

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Altered States: Miraculous, Dangerous, Weird and Real with Anderson Todd 1:35:20

2+ y ago1:35:20

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This podcast covers probably everything you’d want to know about how altered states can help us in the process of transformation and getting unstuck. Anderson Todd has studied the depths of psychedelics, dreams, and much more through his depth psych lens and explains how altered states work in a way that just made so much sense. Anderson Todd is a …

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S5: Episode 10 - Resolution Blvd. Pt 3 1:19:07

2+ y ago1:19:07

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It's that time again. RESOLUTION BLVD, we meet again. Dhonielle and Zoraida break down the peaks and pits of our year and lay out what we want to do better or try next year. What are your resolutions? We're also launching a small Deadline City shop! We've got mugs and tshirts and stickers, oh my! Check it out here: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/…

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Manifestation: Creation Inclusive of Soul 1:40:49

2+ y ago1:40:49

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Manifestation is a fascinating topic. Anyone who's interested in architecting a desirable future vision for themselves should be looking into the magic of manifestation. A simple Youtube search will give you thousands of click-baity rubbish but there are some gems in there too! I've done quite a lot of research into this topic, especially over the …

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Transitions: Purpose in the Hallway with Jenn McMaster 50:41

2+ y ago50:41

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This has been a year of big shifts preparing us for leaps of faith and the dreaded transition phase where we tend to worry about what door to open next and what's on the other side. On this episode, Jennifer McMaster walks me through her process of helping her clients who are navigating big and brave life transitions with grace and curiosity. I'm o…

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S5: Episode 8 - TikTok Tavern w/ Alex Aster 1:03:40

2+ y ago1:03:40

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This year, TikTok has become the new publishing buzzword. Publishers and authors have tried to crack the code of virality. What makes a book take off? Does crying online sell books? One thing is certain: when it works it works. Critically acclaimed author, Alex Aster, stops by Deadline City to talk about her first-hand experience with the platform,…

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S5: Episode 9 - Pen Name Palace 47:18

2+ y ago47:18

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This week on Deadline City, we discuss the subject of pen names. Why start your career with one? Why start a new one for a different genre? And what are the pros and cons of anonymity? Tune in to dive into another side of writer life on Deadline City. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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S5: Episode 7 - From a Certain Point of View 46:11

2+ y ago46:11

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This week on Deadline City we talk about POV. From a certain POV, that is. No, it's not a Star Wars episode, BUT we do dig into what makes us write the way we write. How do we choose the way we tell stories? All that and more on this week's episode of Deadline City. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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Advanced Shadow Work Concepts - Part II 1:18:01

2+ y ago1:18:01

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In this episode, I'm interviewed by Dr. Danielle Alexander (McGinnis) about the Gene Keys approach to shadow work in addition to some exploratory side tangents regarding adventures into the underworld. Enjoy the show!I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube Connect with me:INSTAGRAM - @jessicadepat…

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Advanced Shadow Work Concepts - Part I 1:27:43

2+ y ago1:27:43

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In this episode, I chat with Dr. Danielle Alexander (McGinnis) about advanced shadow work concepts, important shadow work definitions, how to discover and process unconscious material, archetypal theory, Jungian psychology, dream tending, astrology, our experiences with plant medicines, and the Transformation Collective.I'm on Youtube! Check out th…

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S5: Episode 6 - Publicity Parlor w/ Saraciea J. Fennell 1:06:48

2+ y ago1:06:48

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This week Deadline City has a special guest! Publicity manager, editor, and festival founder, Saraciea J. Fennell knows the ins and outs of the publishing industry. She stops by the Publicity Parlor to give us her insights into author-publisher relationships and how we can feel a little less helpless in this big wide career. Support the Show.…

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S5: Episode 5 - The Theme Park 37:10

3y ago37:10

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This week on Deadline City we are digging deep into theme! We break down some of our recent reads and figure out how we build themes and make our stories stronger. Dhonielle is very organized, and Zoraida is not. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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Gene Keys: Foundational Shadow Work with Richard Rudd 1:25:45

3y ago1:25:45

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Watch the youtube version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbxUot14-BIThis episode encapsulates so many things I love about the type of shadow work I subscribe to which is built on the foundation of Gene Keys. My guest today is the author and founder, Richard Rudd. Humble, deeply wise, and someone I believe to be the biggest catalyst for spiri…

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S5: Episode 4 - The Query Quarter 36:43

3y ago36:43

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This week on Deadline City we head to the Query Quarter. We have an honest discussion about how we got our agents, when you know you need to move on, and how to keep going. Whether you're polishing your first letter or an author thinking of making a change, this episode is for you. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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2021: Making Sense of It with Astrologer Richard Malette 1:21:09

3y ago1:21:09

1:21:09

On this episode, Richard Malette, my absolute favorite astrologer, walks us through the energies of 2021 - past, present and future. You can download the notes with the dates he mentions here: https://www.richardmaletteastrology.com/2021 Prepare for a thrilling end of the year. That's all I'll say about that ;) I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow …

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S5: Episode 3 - Self-Pub Parlor w/ Sierra Simone 54:02

3y ago54:02

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USA Today Bestselling author, Sierra Simone, stops by Deadline City to talk all things self-publishing. Sierra Simone is a bestselling author of angsty and dark romance. She's been in the game for years and we are so lucky to have her share her experience, her process, and her journey overall. Tune in to find out more! Support the Show.…

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Challenge: Obstacles to Cultivate Wisdom with Michael Bulloch 1:11:35

3y ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Today we're chatting with Michael Bulloch to discuss the wisdom of adversity and intentionally adding mind-body-soul challenges into your life as a method of awakening, self-discovery, and being of greater service to our communities.I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - - Connect with me:INS…

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S5: Episode 2 - The Future of Publishing 45:36

3y ago45:36

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This week on Deadline City we're talking about the future of the publishing industry from our perspectives. What are the changes we're reading out? How do we see buying trends changing, and how is this affecting the way we are personally going to keep creating. As always, let us know your thoughts! Support the Show.…

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Self-obsession to Naturalness 14:19

3y ago14:19

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Shadow: Self-obsession. How this shadow shows up: Conformist vs Rebel-without-a-causeThe Shadow Work Library is inspired by the Gene Keys: Get the book here https://amzn.to/38OlaeE I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - -Resources mentioned:- Book: Gene keys - https://amzn.to/38OlaeE - Video:…

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S5: Episode 1 - Pandemic Book Babies 56:04

3y ago56:04

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Season 5 of Deadline City is here, and we are back on our bullsh*t! We catch up on this episode and go over our pandemic releases and well as discuss how we are staying sane during author promotion. Join us for our first episode back. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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Struggle to Perseverance 9:48

3y ago9:48

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Shadow: Struggle. How this shadow shows up: Aggressive or Defeatist#hulkoutforloveThe Shadow Work Library is inspired by the Gene Keys: Get the book here https://amzn.to/38OlaeE I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - -Resources mentioned:- Book: Gene keys - https://amzn.to/38OlaeE Connect wit…

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S4: Episode 13 - The Idea Factory 57:06

3y ago57:06

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Welcome to the season finale of Deadline City! For our final episode, we've decided to talk about ideas and trends. We're often asked, "where do you get your ideas from?" Well, here it is. We discuss organic ideas and how they take shape. How trends might not be such a bad thing to write to if you do the work! And how publishing changes ideas for a…

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S4: Episode 12 - The Arena Pt 2 - YA vs. Adult 45:13

3y ago45:13

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YA versus Adult! We get these questions quite a bit. Why write YA? Why write adult? What is the difference? Zoraida is making the move to adult in September 2021, and Dhonielle is so close to finishing her first adult novel. But why the change? And how was the process different than when they wrote Labyrinth Lost or The Belles? How would those book…

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Sleep: MaybeYou Don't Need Shadow Work, You're just Tired AF with Jodie Nelson 56:31

3y ago56:31

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On this episode, we're chatting with Jodie "Fabulous" Nelson. We discuss:- How to tell if you or your kids are experiencing sleep debt- Jodie and Dr. Mike T Nelson's 3 phase process for getting a solid and peaceful night of sleep- Who's Mr. Mole.I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - - Connec…

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S4: Episode 11 - The Champagne Room w/ Sarah E. Younger 55:52

3y ago55:52

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This week on Deadline City we talk about sex and intimacy in adult romance novels! Sarah E. Younger is a literary agent who specializes in adult romance. She's part of the Nancy Yost Literary Agency and represents authors like Alexis Daria, Kit Rocha, and many more. We explore the different heat levels (chili peppers, if you will) and what makes fo…

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Constriction to Acceptance 24:11

3y ago24:11

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Shadow: Constriction. How this shadow shows up: Cold or IgnorantThe Shadow Work Library is inspired by the Gene Keys: Get the book here https://amzn.to/38OlaeE I'm on Youtube! Check out the Shadow Work Library Channel: https://bit.ly/shadowworkyoutube - - -Resources mentioned:- Book: Gene keys - https://amzn.to/38OlaeE - Music: What fills the gap b…

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S4: Episode 10 - Fantasy Fields w/ Rebecca Roanhorse 56:28

3y ago56:28

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Welcome to the Fantasy Fields! New York Times best-selling author Rebecca Roanhorse joins us in Deadline City for a deep dive on fantasy world-building. How do we create fantasy novels that have distinct cultures? How do we go beyond the generic European fantasy? Rebecca is a master world-builder--just read Black Sun! Listen in for her expert advic…

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S4 Episode 9 - Destination City Hall 57:53

3y ago57:53

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One of the ongoing conversations in the Book World is the politics of being a writer! Can authors take an a-political stance? What are the expectations? Dhonielle and Zoraida discuss the politics of being an author in times like these. Support the Show.By Zoraida & Dhonielle

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