Best Kristina Adams Podcasts (2024)

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“Clergy Health and Wellness in the Post-Pandemic Era” featuring Allison Norton 28:33

9d ago28:33

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Podcast Episode 148 What is the state of clergy health and wellbeing coming out of the pandemic? What factors and practices influence the emotional wellbeing of clergy? Allison Norton describes new research that reveals growing discontentment even though clergy health and wellbeing tends to be better than that of the general public. Listen on Apple…

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Episode 69: Burrows of NYC (ft. Dr. Casey Lardner, PhD, Dr. Valentina Alaasam, PhD, & Sam Corbin) 47:12

12d ago47:12

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For this show about urban animals, we were joined by guest scientists Dr. Casey Lardner, PhD & Dr. Valentina Alaasam, PhD (plus guest game-master Sam Corbin!) for deep dives on our nest-door neighbors, a habitat for hilarity, and trivia about why we can’t have niche things!

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How Kirstin rediscovered her natural ability to sleep after feeling completely dependent on sleeping pills (#59) 1:10:01

20d ago1:10:01

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Kirstin began using medication every now and then to help her sleep on Sunday nights. When she faced a big personal challenge that made sleep more difficult, she started to use it more often. The plan was to take a small dose to get her through that difficult period and then stop the medication because she…

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“The Benefits of Intergenerational Christian Formation” featuring Holly Allen 29:19

23d ago29:19

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Podcast Episode 147 How can bringing different generations together in worship, learning, and community promote faith formation? Holly Allen discusses the benefits of a more intergenerational approach to ministry and strategies for helping young and old journey together in faith. Listen on Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Spotify Watch on YouTube I…

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Episode 68: Know Your Earth (ft. Kristina Gustovich & Kasha Patel) 46:29

1M ago46:29

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Come see our show THIS THURSDAY (5/16) 7pm Eastern at Caveat in NYC or via livestream from wherever you are! For this Earth-themed show, we were joined by stand-up comedian & science writer Kasha Patel as well as Earth scientist, performer & educator Kristina Gustovich for deep dives on the deep interior of our planet, comedy about the climate, and…

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“Engaging in the Public Sphere” featuring Kevin Slayton 24:18

1M ago24:18

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Podcast Episode 146 How can church leaders better engage the public sphere and expand their prophetic witness? We speak with Kevin Slayton, a pastor with a passion for public policy and prophetic preaching, about building relationships, engaging in politics, and his book Politically Preaching, Why Politics Are Local to the Black Church. Listen on A…

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“Innovating to Build Communities Where All Can Flourish” featuring K Scarry 28:19

2M ago28:19

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Podcast Episode 145 How can a passion for helping people flourish lead to social innovation? We speak with K Scarry about social innovation and the ways she is supporting local artists, helping create spaces where everyone can thrive, and more. Listen on Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Spotify Watch on YouTube Read in-depth interview Related Resou…

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How Summer let go of trying to control her sleep, her thoughts, and her feelings — and regained control over her life (#58) 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) When Summer experienced consecutive nights of insomnia, sleep started to consume her life. She started taking time off work and she began endlessly researching sleep. Summer felt that if she could get rid of anxiety and stress things would improve — but this led to even more of a struggle as Summer went to…

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“Doing Justice Together” featuring Michael Adam Beck and Stephanie Moore Hand 30:56

2M ago30:56

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Podcast Episode 144 How can a faith community organize itself to combat the sin of racism? Michael Adam Beck and Stephanie Moore Hand share with us a practical framework for doing justice together that reimagines discipleship, leadership, and evangelism as tools for change. Listen on Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | Spotify Watch on YouTube Read [.…

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Episode 67: Piece of Mind (ft. Dr. Chloe Lopez-Lee, PhD & Dr. Devon Collins, PhD) 48:51

2M ago48:51

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We were joined by neuroscientists Dr. Chloe Lopez-Lee, PhD and Dr. Devon Collins, PhD for deep dives on the deepest recesses of our brains, comedy about consciousness, and trivia that blew our minds!

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“Trends in Latino Congregations” featuring Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi 28:55

3M ago28:55

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Podcast Episode 143 How are the trends in majority Latino congregations different from those in non-Latino congregations? We speak with Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi about her report Latino Congregations: Trends from the Faith Communities Today (FACT) and Exploring the Pandemic Impact on Congregations (EPIC) Studies. It reveals that while Latino congregat…

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How Nina overcame insomnia by embracing wakefulness and dropping the struggle (#57) 1:03:48

3M ago1:03:48

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Nina typically dealt with occasional periods of sleep disruption by taking some form of over-the-counter medication. When she fell pregnant this was no longer an option. Work stress seemed to make sleep more difficult and so Nina stopped taking on work. Her sleep would improve but every time she started wo…

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“Negotiating the Coming Wave of Church Property Transitions ” featuring Mark Elsdon 31:30

3M ago31:30

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Podcast Episode 142 Is your church facing the difficult decision to sell or repurpose property? We speak with Mark Elsdon, editor of Gone for Good?, about how a congregation can pursue creative uses of church property in a way that avoids common pitfalls and propels their mission forward. Listen on Apple Podcasts | YouTube Music | [...] The post “N…

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Episode 66: Hearts & Sciences (ft. Adam Rosenzweig & Dr. Paula Croxson, PhD) 50:25

3M ago50:25

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In this love-themed episode, we were joined by two beloved science communicators, chemist Adam Rosenzweig & neuroscientist Dr. Paula Croxson for a show full of deep dives on the deepest recesses of our hearts, comedy about commitment, and trivia you'll love at first sight! Dr. Paula Croxson Insta/TikTok/Twitter: @PaulaCroxson Adam Rosenzweig Twitte…

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“Transformational Leadership for Urban Ministries” featuring Tony Hunt 25:52

4M ago25:52

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Podcast Episode 141 How can church leaders address the challenges of urban ministry in a transformative way? We speak with pastor and scholar Tony Hunt about reading a community well, identifying assets, and the importance of understanding your ministry context. He shares with us how to develop the transformative qualities of effective leadership. …

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How Kreuza dealt with insomnia and somniphobia by practicing more acceptance and less resistance (#56) 1:07:06

4M ago1:07:06

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) In this episode, Kreuza shares her journey through the challenging landscape of insomnia and somniphobia — a fear of sleep. Initially, she found Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) techniques helpful. However, when sleep problems returned as somniphobia, the same techniques faltered. Feeling …

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“New Approaches to Help Youth Form Lasting Faith” featuring Brad Griffin 30:07

4M ago30:07

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Podcast Episode 140 How can your youth ministry cultivate a faith that stays with a young person as they mature through adulthood? We speak with Brad Griffin of the Fuller Youth Institute about five compass points that can guide an impactful youth ministry. The approach emphasizes building trust and relationships while teaching in transformative an…

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Episode 65: Spacing Out (ft. Dr. Mark Popinchalk, PhD & Dr. Moiya McTier, PhD) 57:08

4M ago57:08

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In this episode, we were joined by two out-of-this-world science communicators, astrophysicist and folklorist Dr. Moiya McTier, PhD & astronomer Dr. Mark Popinchalk, PhD for a show full of deep dives on deep space, comet-y about astronomy, and trivia that made us see stars! Moiya's socials: Twitter/TikTok/Instagram: @GoAstroMo Mark's socials: Twitt…

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“Healing Fractured Communities” featuring Doug Powe and Jessica Anschutz 23:46

4M ago23:46

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Podcast Episode 139 How can congregational leaders be both healers and agitators at the same time, especially given our fractured landscape and the diversity of contexts where congregations exist? Doug Powe and Jessica Anschutz reflect on the book, Healing Fractured Communities, in which pastoral leaders write about their experiences with renewal, …

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How Rachel got out of the insomnia struggle by being more flexible, more accepting, and more present (#55) 53:58

5M ago53:58

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Rachel’s struggle with insomnia started in grad school. She tried everything from sleep aids to strict bedtime rules and routines to improve her sleep, but nothing worked. The harder she tried to fix her sleep and get rid of sleep-related anxiety, the more difficult things became. The turning point came when Rachel changed her approach. She stopped…

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“Preaching in the Wake of Mass Trauma” featuring Kimberly Wagner 30:57

5M ago30:57

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Podcast Episode 138 How would you preach next Sunday if tomorrow your community fell victim to a mass shooting or was devastated by a natural disaster? Preaching Professor Kimberly Wagner shares how pastors can approach this increasingly unavoidable homiletical task in ways that hold in tension the community’s very real experiences of loss and grie…

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Episode 64: Holi-daze (ft. Dr. Moiya McTier, PhD) 1:16:20

5M ago1:16:20

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Come to our live show THURSDAY 1/25 7PM at Caveat in NYC or via livestream from wherever you are! Tickets & show info: ⁠https://www.caveat.nyc/events/facts-machine-1-25-2024⁠ Moiya's book The Milky Way Moiya's new podcast Pale Blue Pod Moiya's PBS show Fate & Fabeled Moiya's first podcast ExoLore

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“Improv Church: The Power of Connection” featuring Katie Phillips 30:33

5M ago30:33

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Podcast Episode 137 How can an improv comedy show explore the intersection of faith and real life in community? In this engaging episode we speak with Katie Phillips about how Improv Church offers creative ways for engaging people in worship. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Watch on YouTube Learn more about Improv [...] The pos…

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Episode 63: Taking A Brain Check (ft. Dr. Thiago Arzua, PhD & Dr. Paula Croxson, PhD) 1:02:12

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How Jessica broke free from insomnia by letting go and accepting it without judgement (#54) 1:02:16

7M ago1:02:16

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Jessica’s journey with insomnia began on a family vacation when she suddenly found it really hard to sleep. When she got home, her sleep recovered — until it was time to travel again. This pattern repeated itself, with sleep getting more difficult each time she traveled until insomnia stuck around even aft…

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“Embracing Mutual Ministry” featuring Lydia Bucklin 29:44

7M ago29:44

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Podcast Episode 136 How can your congregation function as a community of ministers rather than a community gathered around a single minister? Lydia Bucklin explains the Mutual Ministry Initiative and how this approach to shared ministry is flourishing among smaller churches in the Upper Pennisula of Michigan. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podca…

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“Discipleship and Mission in the Micro Church Movement in Australia” featuring Bree Mills 28:42

8M ago28:42

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Podcast Episode 135 What are micro churches and how do they disciple missional leaders? In this episode, Bree Mills, director of Micro Churches Australia, shares the characteristics of micro churches, how they are formed, and how micro church leaders are developed. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Read in-depth interview Watch o…

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How Eric got his life back from insomnia by focusing on what he can control (#53) 1:06:19

8M ago1:06:19

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Eric’s insomnia journey began after he woke in the middle of the night and experienced a huge panic attack. From then on, sleep became very difficult. As he tried to fix things, Eric stopped watching TV in bed with his wife — something they both enjoyed. He tried napping, even though he never used to nap i…

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“Who are The Nones?” featuring Ryan Burge 32:27

8M ago32:27

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Podcast Episode 125 The rapid growth in the percentage of Americans claiming no religious affiliation is drastically reshaping the country’s religious and cultural landscape. We speak with Dr. Ryan Burge, a leading expert on the “Nones,” about the characteristics of the growing cohort of Americans who say their religion is “nothing in particular.” …

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“Leading with Love” featuring Elaine Robinson 25:42

8M ago25:42

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Podcast Episode 134 Is your leadership so preoccupied with strategies and actions that you’ve lost sight of the ultimate why? Elaine Robinson shares her belief that God’s love must ground every aspect of the church’s mission. And love must be the foundational principle of all Christian leadership. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotif…

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“Funding Forward: How Congregations Can Develop New Revenue Sources” featuring Grace Pomroy 36:23

9M ago36:23

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Podcast Episode 133 Is your congregation too dependent on Sunday morning offerings? Grace Pomroy from Luther Seminary shares research findings on congregations that are developing new and creative funding sources, not only to bolster the bottom line, but to better connect with neighbors and advance their missions. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google …

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How Gerry used mindfulness and self-kindness to move away from an endless struggle with insomnia (#52) 59:30

9M ago59:30

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) Gerry struggled with sleep for decades. The more he struggled, the more effort he put into sleep and the more effort he put into sleep, the more he struggled. Eventually, Gerry realized that trying to make sleep happen was only making things even more difficult. With this realization, Gerry changed his app…

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Season 2 - Deprescribing with Tracy Lynn - Introduction 3:09

9M ago3:09

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“Building Inclusive Communities” featuring Brandan Robertson 28:04

9M ago28:04

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Podcast Episode 132 How can church leaders build an inclusive community of faith? In this episode Jessica Anschutz of the Lewis Center staff speaks with Brandan Robertson, the “Tiktok Pastor,” about social media ministry, intersectional inclusivity, and the challenges of building inclusive community. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spo…

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“Improve Your Time Management and Enhance Your Ministry” featuring Nicole Reilley 33:17

10M ago33:17

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Podcast Episode 131 How can church leaders improve their time management and maximize ministry? In this episode we speak with Nicole Reilley about time management, saying “no,” and prioritizing rest and sabbath. Also, learn how digital resources can help you better manage your time. Listen on Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Google Podcasts | Spotify [.…

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How Anne-Claire moved away from the insomnia struggle by practicing new habits and being more willing to experience insomnia (#51) 1:07:00

10M ago1:07:00

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) As a business owner, Anne-Claire began overextending herself and her sleep started to suffer. She reduced her workload and experimented with supplements and medication but her sleep seemed to get even worse. After deciding that she didn’t want to continue using medication, Anne-Claire began to explore whet…

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Create the Healthiest Version of You, with Craig Danehy 36:15

10M ago36:15

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Craig Danehy can help you create a healthy life style and navigate your personal health journey.

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Leadership Through Empathy, with Matt Lesser 32:22

10M ago32:22

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Matt Lesser grows leaders through empathy, empowerment, and excellence.

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Speak Easy with Lou Diamond 33:33

10M ago33:33

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Lou Diamond helps you to grow your sales and marketing through mastering the art of connecting.

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1 to 160 Employees in a Year, with Jason Shatzkamer 43:32

10M ago43:32

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Jason Shatzkamer has built success after success by being curious, humble and disciplined - with a good mix of childlike enthusiasm.

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“Leading Faithful Innovation” featuring Dwight Zscheile 34:59

10M ago34:59

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Podcast Episode 130 What if congregational change didn’t focus on setting goals or planning new programs? Dwight Zscheile believes finding a faithful way forward involves discovering what God is already doing in the lives of your neighbors and then finding ways of joining in God’s action. He shares a simple three-step process for experimenting with…

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How Jessy separated herself from her thoughts, moved away from medication, and transformed her relationship with sleep (#50) 1:07:37

11M ago1:07:37

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Listen to the podcast episode (audio only) The stress of COVID and the breakup of Jessy’s community created a period of sleep disruption that she couldn’t shake off, no matter how hard she tried. At first, she found it really hard to fall asleep and soon after that she started to wake during the night and found it hard to fall back to sleep, too. D…

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How Maria faced the fear of insomnia by allowing it to exist and discovered that all its power came from how she responded to it (#49) 1:03:00

1y ago1:03:00

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After experiencing anxiety and panic attacks and not sleeping for 72 hours, Maria thought she had lost the ability to sleep. Medication wasn't working. She withdrew from life. She couldn't focus on anything other than sleep.Feeling completely stuck, Maria changed her approach. Instead of trying to fight or avoid insomnia, she allowed it to show up …

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How Leah freed herself from the insomnia struggle by abandoning her efforts to control sleep (#48) 1:05:37

1y ago1:05:37

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Leah experienced insomnia from her teenage years. As an adult it would often come and go, until it came and didn't go! This made it difficult for Leah to live the life she wanted to live. To do the things that mattered to her. Sleeping pills didn't help, and she felt stuck. So, Leah decided to change her approach. She realized that canceling plans …

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Writing Ghost Stories (with The Indy Author's Matty Dalrymple and Activated Author's Daniel Willcocks) 1:27:02

1y ago1:27:02

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We recently went live over on YouTube to talk all things ghost-story writing with Matty Dalrymple, from The Indy Author, and Daniel Willcocks, from Activated Authors. Here's the recording from the live. If you'd prefer to watch it, you can find a recording of the stream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax5GPypvkyo…

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Someday, Maybe by Onyi Nwabineli with Latoya, Jamaican Girl Reads 1:33:51

1y ago1:33:51

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Join your hosts Kim and Nia, as well as our first-time guest, Latoya (@jamaicangirlreads) as we discuss a heavy yet somewhat therapeutic read. Someday, Maybe by Onyi Nwabineli is definitely not an easy story. And we highly encourage you to adhere to any and all trigger warnings prior to listening to this episode. Following along Eve's grief journey…

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How Amanda reclaimed her life from insomnia and abandoned all the rules and rituals that were making things more difficult (#47) 1:12:43

1y ago1:12:43

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Amanda's insomnia was triggered by a number of stressors — having a baby, relocating, getting a new job, and dealing with a toxic parent. She tried several sleep aids and implemented a number of sleep rules and rituals but found no real relief until she explored a different approach.She started to acknowledge and accept her thoughts and feelings in…

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Side Chat: 2023 Q1 Check-In 12:20

1y ago12:20

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Join your hosts Kim and Nia as we share our first side chat of the year! We talk about how 2023 has treated us so far! And share all things personal, professional, and of course book and podcast related. Hint: We are still focused on living better and thriving! (our words for the year) As always remember to follow us on our socials and our website …

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Better Than Fiction by Alexa Martin 49:16

1y ago49:16

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Join your hosts Kim and Nia as we discuss our latest read from one of our favorite authors, Better Than Fiction by Alexa Martin. Drew Young inherited her Gran's bookstore the Book Nook. But there's one problem, she's not much of a reader. However, in the hopes of maintaining her Gran's legacy, she continues to run the store. Which includes hosting …

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The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest 48:25

1y ago48:25

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Back-to-back episodes? That's right! Join your hosts Kim and Nia as we discuss all the things about The Neighbor Favor. Lily and Nick are neighbors and quickly become friends. But what Lily doesn't know, is that Nick happens to be her favorite author N.K. Strickland, who she'd been emailing with for six months until he ghosted her. And yet somehow,…

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