Best Graphic Novelists Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 134: Interview with Debut Rom-Com Author Danica Nava 44:58

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[This interview was conducted online and there may be some audio variation.] As the 10th-anniversary year continues, Jenn welcomes debut author Danica Nava (The Truth According to Ember) for some laughs around romance shenanigans! Danica breaks down what often makes a rom-com while increasing the stakes for characters, she discusses the necessity o…

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#111: Charlie Hoehn — Launching Bestselling Nonfiction; Why Play is Key For Happiness & Marketing For Writers 1:16:57

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Marketing strategist, editor and author Charlie Hoehn on the key things bestselling authors do to create a successful and shareable books. We talk about: Helping Ramit Sethi and Tim Ferriss launch their books How to test and launch a nonfiction idea Creating a brand around your book, Effective marketing strategies The merits of self-publishing and …

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Episode 27: Dr. Anica Zeyen’s Charles Bonnet Syndrome and Research 1:08:56

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In this episode, Shaimond welcomes Dr. Anica Zeyen, a UK-based researcher who has CBS and cone-rod dystrophy. Dr. Zeyen shares her experiences with vision loss and the onset and development of her CBS symptoms. She offers insights into coping mechanisms and discusses how trust, relationships, and communication play a crucial role in managing the co…

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Steve Almond NYT Bestselling Author on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life 31:47

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In this episode I chat with NYT Bestselling Author Steve Almond on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life He will also be a featured presenter at the Redwood Branch of The California Writers Club on July 20, 2024. CWC Members and non members can register here https://www.redwoodwriters.org/, to see Steve in-person or listen to a recording of h…

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#110: Beth Morrey — Writing Funny, Upmarket Fiction 58:22

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Sunday Times Bestseller Beth Morrey (Saving Missey, Lucky Day) on her journey as a writer and TV producer and writing humorous upmarket books while exploring darker themes. We talk about her latest book Lucky Day and what it means to stop saying ‘yes’ and start living for yourself. * ABOUT BETH MORREY Previously Creative Director at RDF Television,…

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Episode 26: The Blind Life’s Sam Seavey 44:29

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In this episode, Shaimond and guest host Dr. Gary Cusick welcome Sam Seavey, an online health advocate for the blind community and owner of the popular YouTube channel 'The Blind Life.' Sam shares his journey with Stargardt's disease and how it took him decades to fully accept his visual impairment. He discusses his work at the Bluegrass Council of…

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#109: Nora Neus — Turn Your Ideas Into Newsworthy Stories, Pitching Articles, Books and Graphic Novels 1:08:03

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Nora Neus, Emmy-nominated producer, writer, and freelance journalist (CNN, Vice News, The Washington Post) and creator of the Long Form Lab on finding a story from the seed of an idea, how writers can discover and use their strengths and how to choose which media to use for a potential story. * ABOUT NORA NEUS Nora Neus is an Emmy-nominated journal…

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Episode 133: Interview with horror writer Nick Medina 41:32

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[This interview was conducted online so there may be some audio variation.] For the 10th anniversary year of Minorities in Pub, Jenn welcomes Nick Medina to the podcast! Nick Medina is the author of the novels Indian Burial Ground and Sisters of the Lost Nation. In this episode, Nick discusses the many drafts that lead to his first book deal, how h…

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#133 - Suranne Jones, Bewitching BAFTA-winning Actor 1:25:02

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This season finale of The Witch Wave features Suranne Jones, the award-winning English actor, producer, and series creator. She’s been nominated for several awards for acting and won a BAFTA for her starring role in the hit series Doctor Foster: A Woman Scorned. Some highlights from her decades long television career include starring roles in Gentl…

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Episode 25: Nina Chesworth's Story 57:25

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In this episode, Shaimond welcomes Nina Chesworth, a volunteer with Esme's Umbrella, to share her personal journey and insights into living with Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Nina discusses the complexities of her vision loss stemming from a viral infection and subsequent accidents, leading to her current state of blindness. She candidly describes…

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#108: Oisín McKenna — Literary Novels, Breaking Into Spoken Word, Writing In Fragments, Trusting Your Impulses 1:03:18

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SHOW SUMMARY Spoken word artist and writer Oisín McKenna on Oscar Wilde as inspiration, finding his footing in the spoken word world, turning his hand to writing a book, how he wrote his book in fragments and later added structure, and why you should be kind to yourself and how to trust that your writing will improve and get to where it needs to be…

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#132 - Cat Willett, "Women of Tarot" Author and Illustrator 1:23:34

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Cat Willett is a Brooklyn-based artist. She has written, illustrated, and published two full-length books. The first is The Queen of Wands: The Story of Pamela Colman Smith, the Artist Behind the Rider-Waite Tarot Deck. Her newest book, Women of Tarot, An Illustrated History of Divinators, Card Readers, and Mystics is out next week. Cat is fascinat…

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#107: Niamh Mulvey — Writing Literary Fiction, Short Stories & Navigating The Publishing Industry, Creating Memorable Characters 59:07

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Short story and literary novelist and former Hachette Editor, Niamh Mulvey on how to create memorable characters, finding her voice as a writer after years of failing, overcoming rejection and what she’s learned from her years in the publishing industry. * ABOUT NIAMH MULVEY Niamh Mulvey is from Kilkenny, Ireland. Her short fiction has been publish…

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Episode 24: Coping Mechanisms, General Tips, Natural Remedies and More 14:07

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In this episode, Shaimond shares a comprehensive guide to coping with Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). He covers general tips, coping mechanisms, natural remedies, and innovative treatments gathered from people with CBS and experts in the medical and research field. Key topics include recognizing hallucinations, stress management, utilizing support g…

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Delicia Niami: From Kidnapping and Abuse to Self-Love -A Courageous True Story (Trigger warnings: Drug abuse, sexual abuse, rape, pedophilia, and suicide) 53:54

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Delicia Niami is an acclaimed memoirist and LGBTQ+ advocate, whose raw and edgy storytelling has touched the hearts of readers worldwide. Residing in Santa Cruz and an alumna of UCSC, Delicia draws inspiration from her own journey of resilience and empowerment. Through her memoirs, she fearlessly addresses topics such as sexual abuse, trauma recove…

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#106: David Heinemeier Hansson — Turning Blogs into Bestselling Books, Writing Non-Fiction, Books as Products, Selling 1 million copies, Rethinking Work, Finding Meaning In Business & Writing 1:10:20

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David Heinemeier Hansson, serial entrepreneur and bestselling author on his 14-year journey to selling millions of copies of his books, why you should view your books as valuable products, and how he has co-written and marketed his books—all while running multiple successful businesses, including Basecamp, Ruby on Rails, and Hey.com. Plus how he us…

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Brian Fies: Emmy Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Shares Storytelling Secrets 54:04

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Brian Fies is a writer and cartoonist who has published four graphic novels including A Fire Story, which is about losing his home in the devastating California wildfires of 2017. He has been nominated for many honors and won a few of them, including the comic industry’s Eisner, Harvey, Lulu and Inkpot awards, the German Deutscher Jugendliteraturpr…

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Episode 132: Interview with Newbery-honor author Veera Hiranandani 42:02

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[This interview was conducted online so there may be some audio variation. Intro/Outro music is by Moutaineer and licensed through Premuim Beat] Continuing the 10th anniversary year of Minorities in Pub, Jenn welcomes another Newbery honoree in Veera Hiranandani! Veera her new middle-grade novel, a follow-up to the award-winning The Night Diary, Am…

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#131 - Kimberly Rodriguez, Author of "Incantations Embodied" 1:24:11

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Kimberly Rodriguez (@poetagoddess) is a first-generation Indigenous Mexican artist and writer based in the Bay Area, CA. Her art reflects her journey toward reclaiming her indigenous roots and exploring different forms of self-expression. As an artist, Kimberly is deeply committed to creating work that is inclusive and accessible to all. She believ…

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Episode 23: Lucia Ricardo from the CNIB 1:12:54

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In this episode, Shaimond and Antoinette interview Lucia Ricardo, a program lead at the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB). They explore the condition's history, personal experiences, the importance of awareness among medical professionals, and the impact of peer support. Lucia shares insights into the CNIB's efforts in supporting ind…

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#105: Krystal Sutherland — Secrets To Writing a Page-Turner, Writing Young Adult Fantasy & Thrillers, How to Motivate Yourself, Amazon Studios 58:33

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Young Adult Bestselling author Krystal Sutherland on the reality of hitting the New York Times Bestseller list, how she constructs compelling hooks and endings for each chapter, moving across genres, and her advice for getting your book done and creating a page-turner. * ABOUT KRYSTAL SUTHERLAND Krystal Sutherland is the New York Times and indie be…

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#130 - Pati Dubroff, Glamour Goddess 1:27:43

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Pati Dubroff is an iconic, world-renowned makeup artist. She has worked with such glamazons as Margot Robbie, Kirsten Dunst, Elizabeth Olsen, Laura Dern, Christy Turlington, Priyanka Chopra, and Emma Watson to name but a few. She’s also collaborated with such photographic phenoms as Annie Leibovitz, Peter Lindbergh, and Tom Munro, and her artistry …

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Episode 22: Vicky Hamilton’s Story and Research 59:27

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Vicky Hamilton, a PhD candidate performing research on Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) at Griffith University, Queensland College of Art and Design in Brisbane, Australia. Hamilton shares her journey with CBS. Utilizing art and digital technology, Hamilton's research focuses on recreating the visions experienced b…

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#104: Rupal Patel — Lessons from the CIA, Building A Creative Practice, Prioritising Time & Writing Non-Fiction 1:06:55

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Rupal Patel, an ex-CIA agent and author of From CIA to CEO on applying CIA tools to your personal and creative life. Plus she gives us tips for how to create more time and how to pitch a non-fiction book. * RESOURCES & LINKS 📄 Interview Transcript (unedited) From CIA to CEO Rupal’s TED Talk, My Unexpected Discovery About Working at the CIA Rupal’s …

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#129 - Christopher Marmolejo, Author of "Red Tarot" 1:18:26

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Christopher Marmolejo is a Brown, queer, and trans writer, diviner, and educator. They use divination to promote a literacy of liberation, and their new book Red Tarot: A Decolonial Guide to Divinatory Literacy is an in-depth exploration of how tarot can be a tool of freedom, magical interrogation, and energetic support for anyone, and particularly…

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Episode 21: Low Vision Occupational Therapist Meagan Chapman 49:22

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Megan Chapman, an occupational therapist specializing in low vision, from Low Vision Works in Sarasota, Florida. They discuss the role of occupational therapy in helping individuals with low vision, including those suffering from Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). Chapman explains the broad scope of occupational the…

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#103: Pádraig Ó Tuama — Reading, Analysing & Writing Poetry; Making A Living as a Poet 1:02:42

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The poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama tells us about his journey into poetry, how he knows a poem is complete and how poets might practice noticing. He also reads from his collection and deconstructs his poetry. We also discuss what it means to make a living as a poet. * ABOUT PÁDRAIG Ó TUAMA Pádraig Ó Tuama is a theologian, writer, and conflict…

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Episode 131: Interview with Newbery-honor author Alicia D. Williams 57:20

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[This interview was conducted online so there may be some audio variation. Intro/Outro music is by Moutaineer and licensed through Premuim Beat] (Content Warning: At around the 20-minute mark there is mention of the video of Ahmaud Arbery's death and the last words of Elijah McClain when Alicia mentions participating in NaNoWriMo. If this may be tr…

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#102: Michael Jamin — Writing for TV, Personal Essays, Self-Publishing & Building a Platform 59:12

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TV writer Michael Jamin (‘Just Shoot Me!’ and ‘King of the Hill.’) on his experience as a writer and showrunner, growing his platform and how he created, promoted and self-published his book A Paper Orchestra, * ABOUT MICHAEL JAMIN Michael Jamin has been writing for television since 1996. His many credits include Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, Be…

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Episode 20: Graphic Novelist Gareth Brookes 38:06

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In this episode, Shaimond and guest co-host Dr. Gary Cusick interview graphic novelist and researcher Gareth Brookes. Brookes discusses his graphic novel, “A Thousand Coloured Castles” which features a main character with Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS). Inspired by his grandmother's experiences with the condition, Brookes aims to raise awareness and…

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Aaron Locks, CEO of National Academy of Athletics: Building confidence in kids though youth sports 41:54

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NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICSTRANSFORMING KIDS LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF SPORTS Join me and the founder and CEO of NAofA, Aaron Locks as we discuss tips for parents, coaches and kids to build confidence in young athletes. For the past four decades, Aaron has been actively working in sports. Aaron is a father, author of The Coach’s Best Friend seri…

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Sean Mattson: Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing Expert 56:25

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Sean Mattson:Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing Expert I've known Sean Mattson nearly all my life. As young hippy kids from West Marin, we were both raised in a different environment. One built on community, cooperation, and resiliency. An evironment that fostered parallel careers for us in food service and eventually corpoate america…

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#128 - Ron Regé, Jr., Cosmological Cartoonist 1:27:40

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Ron Regé, Jr. is a Los Angeles-based cartoonist who began drawing and self-publishing comics in the early 1990s in Cambridge, MA. Though he came out of zine culture and the underground comics scene, his work took a distinctly mystical turn thanks to a spiritual awakening he had the early 2000s. From that point on, his comics turned cosmic, explorin…

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Episode 19: Dr. Jasleen Jolly 39:48

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Dr. Jasleen Jolly, Associate Professor in Vision and Eye Research at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, England and Director of Jolly Vision Science. Dr. Jolly discusses her extensive work and research on Charles Bonnet Syndrome. She explains the misconceptions about the syndrome, its prevalence and highligh…

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Episode 18: Scot Muirden from the Charles Bonnet Syndrome Foundation 1:25:41

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Scot Muirden, Director at Charles Bonnet Syndrome Foundation AU. He explains the mission of the Foundation, which includes providing direct services to those affected by CBS and raising awareness within the medical and healthcare sectors. The conversation covers the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to …

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#101: Eliza Reid — Writing Fiction & Nonfiction as Iceland's First Lady 1:03:41

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The First Lady of Iceland Eliza Reid on her writing habits, her creative life and why the Iceland Writers’ Retreat is a perfect place for writers. We also discuss her fiction and nonfiction, navigating self-doubt, being tenacious with time and how she balances her responsibilities as a writer with her role in public service. * ABOUT ELIZA REID Eliz…

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#127 - Jodi Wille, Director of "Welcome Space Brothers" and "The Source Family" 1:21:35

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Jodi Wille is a director and producer of the critically acclaimed documentary The Source Family and her brand new feature documentary Welcome Space Brothers which is about The Unarius Academy of Science. Her work explores people whose extraordinary true stories and creations leave us with new ways of seeing, and she has a special interest in so-cal…

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#100: Clara Vulliamy — Crafting Picture Books and Older Children's Stories, Dealing with Rejection, Finding Your Voice 1:01:21

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Clara Vulliamy, a children’s author of over 30 books talks about how she approaches collaboration, and what she’s learned from decades in the world of children's publishing as an author and illustrator. * ABOUT CLARA VULLIAMY Clara Vulliamy is the daughter of author-illustrator Shirley Hughes and architect John Vulliamy. Her first experience of mak…

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Episode 17: Robin’s Story 48:59

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Robin Davies who is totally blind and shares his journey with Best disease and Charles Bonnet Syndrome. The episode emphasizes resilience, the value of community and support, and how remaining engaged with life and passions can help navigate the challenges of visual impairment and Charles Bonnet syndrome. Contac…

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Episode 130: Interview with Newbery honored author/illustrator Pedro Martín 55:13

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[This interview was conducted online so there may be some audio variation.] For the 10th anniversary year of Minorities in Pub, Jenn welcomes recent Newbery honoree and Pura Belpré winning author/illustrator Pedro Martín! Pedro talks about his entry into books from creating greeting cards, how the Mexikid online comic expanded even more with his aw…

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Episode 16: Chris Wilsdon 36:25

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Chris Wilsdon a representative from the Kent Association for the Blind, to discuss Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) and how his organization supports the visually impaired in Kent and parts of London, UK. Wilsdon shares his personal journey from experiencing vision problems to dedicating over 15 years to aiding tho…

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#99: Kim Krizan — Writing 'Before Sunrise' series, Crafting Memorable Characters For Ethan Hawke & Julie Delpy & Other Screenwriting Tips 1:01:21

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Before Sunrise co-writer, Kim Krizan on plotting for the screen, creating memorable characters for Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy and advice on how to start writing a screenplay. * ABOUT KIM KRIZAN Kim Krizan is the Academy Award-nominated writer of the films “Before Sunrise” and “Before Sunset.” Her book Original Sins: Trade Secrets of the Femme Fata…

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#126 - Penny Slinger, Surrealist Sorceress 1:22:16

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Penny Slinger is a Los Angeles–based artist whose work investigates the feminine, the magical and the erotic. In the late 1960s, her encounters with the work of Max Ernst initiated an enduring involvement with both the Surrealist movement and the medium of collage. Her groundbreaking publications such as 50% The Visible Woman (1971) and An Exorcism…

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"I'm Gonna Start a Hot Sauce Company." Biambu Garrett, Founder of Black Bee Hot Sauce. From Idea to Market. 46:33

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"With in two months it went from idea to market!" Hear first-hand what it takes to go from musician to hot sauce manufacturer in two months with only $1,500 in the bank. Inspiration for people of color or anyone else with dreams of owning their own business. We discuss branding, marketing, distribution, and so much more. If you want to be your own …

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Episode 15: Tanya Straker 44:50

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In this episode, Shaimond interviews Tanya Straker, who shares her journey as a caregiver and discusses her book “6 Life Hacks For Family Caregivers,” her weekly caregiver support group, Coffee with Caregivers, and shares tips to help caregivers manage, among other things she does to support people on their journey to being their best self. For mor…

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