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Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions Hosted by Ken Woodward, Curated Questions is a thought-provoking podcast that celebrates the art and science of asking profound questions. This podcast is for curious minds who understand that the right question can unlock new perspectives and drive personal growth. What to Expect Insightful Conversations: Experts from diverse fields share their journey in mastering the craft of inquiry, revealing how it has transformed thei ...
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We believe that when people think historically, they are engaging in a disciplined way of thinking about the world and its past. We believe it gives thinkers a knack for recognizing nonsense; and that it cultivates not only intellectual curiosity and rigor, but also intellectual humility. Join Al Zambone, author of Daniel Morgan: A Revolutionary Life, as he talks with historians and other professionals who cultivate the craft of historical thinking.
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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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ON THE PAGE: Join professional script consultant Pilar Alessandra as she demystifies screenwriting and answers your questions about script craft and story.
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Welcome to the Writer Craft Podcast, a show about creativity and craft. On the Writer Craft Podcast, we help authors stay motivated and inspired, finish their books, and show them how to analyze and diagnose areas of challenge in their manuscripts once it's written.
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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A podcast about craft, career, and creativity from Proximity Media, the production company that helped bring you Sinners, Creed III, Judas and the Black Messiah, Space Jam: A New Legacy, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever podcast and soundtrack, and more. New episodes every Monday.
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A creative storytelling podcast that creates fresh new stories in every episode. From the vast reaches of space to the depths of the ocean and everywhere in between, join us on our adventure as we craft a New World.
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Bourbon Real Talk® is a whiskey education podcast.
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Listen to the podcast for those who make and drink great beer. Every week we talk to professional brewers and industry experts about practical brewing advice, in-depth coverage of brewing trends that matter to you, and tips for getting the most out of your homebrew.
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A deep dive into the habits, mindsets, tools, craft secrets and creative practices bestselling writers use to write novels, plays, poetry, and articles. Hosted by the co-founders of the London Writers' Salon, Matt & Parul.
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Gretchen Rubin is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (lovingly) refers to Gretchen as her happiness bully. Sales and Distribution by Le ...
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Writer Unleashed is a weekly podcast for fiction and memoir writers. It's a deep dive into story techniques, writing craft, and the mindsets that help you write with unstoppable momentum and create stories readers can't put down.
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Each week, co-hosts, Alida Winternheimer, author and writing coach at Word Essential, and Kathryn Arnold, emerging writer, have conversations about the craft of writing fiction. They bring diverse experiences and talents to the table from both the traditional and indie worlds. Our goal is for each episode to be a fun, lively discussion of some aspect of story craft that enlightens, as well as entertains. Sometimes we have special guests. All episodes are available in video as well. Visit www ...
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A platform for storytelling, sharing and engaging. Locals craft a story in response to a pre-selected prompt, then perform it in front of a warm and encouraging crowd. Hosted by Claudia Nankervis.
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Inside the process of exceptional business storytellers and how they craft their work to resonate, plus practical frameworks and techniques you can use everywhere you communicate. Hosted by Jay Acunzo, speaking and storytelling advisor to some of the business world’s biggest thinkers and strongest storytellers.
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A biweekly podcast where speculative fiction and romance fiction editors and writers discuss writers craft and how best to edit and write your book.
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Imaginary Worlds sounds like what would happen if NPR went to ComicCon and decided that’s all they ever wanted to cover. Host Eric Molinsky spent over a decade working as a public radio reporter and producer, and he uses those skills to create thoughtful, sound-rich episodes about science fiction, fantasy, and other genres of speculative fiction. In this award-winning podcast, Eric talks with filmmakers, screenwriters, novelists, comic book artists, game designers, and anyone who works in th ...
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Crafted & Creative a podcast meant to uplift and engage bipoc creatives who are on their journey of making a social impact and creating a lasting legacy. As well as create community and a sense of guidance for those that are looking to do the same through their artistry.
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Three authors interviewing authors about their books and teaching the writing craft.
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Scriptcake is dedicated to the art and craft of screenwriting. With over 20 years of experience teaching screenwriting, I've seen novice screenwriters struggle with the same issues over and over again. I’ve created this podcast for those of you who struggle with these very same script issues. This podcast will help you overcome the most common mistakes screenwriters make and will help you develop your idea into a multi-dimensional story. If you want help formatting your screenplay, google it ...
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Fireside is the Irish Storytelling Podcast. Kevin C. Olohan is your host and Fireside Bard. Every Wednesday, Kevin takes a story from Folklore or Mythology, gives it a fresh retelling, and discusses the story itself and the craft, culture and history of Storytelling. Whether you’re a folklore fanatic, or someone who just enjoys hearing a good yarn, you can always join Kevin by the Fireside. For any sponsorship inquiries contact [email protected]
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State of the Human, a podcast of the Stanford Storytelling Project, shares stories that deepen our understanding of single, common human experiences—belonging, giving, lying, forgiveness—all drawn from the experiences and research of the Stanford community.
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Every beer begins with a brewer, here is their story. Recorded Live Every Other Friday at 8:30pm ET on Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and Kick. Join your hosts Dan Cook, Wendy Taylor, Rob Wilson, and Ken Konarzewski Jr. as they update you on news, events, and bring you interviews with some of the best brewers in the world.
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Storypod – Where storytelling is about doing, not just learning. Step into Storytelling Immersion—a world where characters come to life, worlds unfold, and plots twist and turn as we dive deep into the art of story. Unlike traditional guides, Storypod is a “learn-by-listening” experience. Through storytelling games, character-building exercises, media discussions, and creative Q&A, each episode immerses you in the craft of storytelling. This isn’t a textbook on “how to,” but a playground for ...
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High Country and Handmade: Stories of the western craft and way of life
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High Country and Handmade dives deep into the world of western craftsmanship, leatherwork, and the people who keep tradition alive. Hosted by Frank Sievers of Standing S Leather in Idaho, each episode brings raw conversations with makers, ranchers, musicians, and storytellers from the high country. Whether you’re into handmade gear, cowboy culture, or just real stories told straight, this podcast is where western grit meets honest craftsmanship. 🎧 New episodes every [week/other week]. Follow ...
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Real conversations with working craftspeople who've turned their skills into a business that serves others and generates a full-time income. Each episode dives into the stories, struggles, and strategies behind building a business around your craft—without losing the passion that got you started. From furniture makers to boatbuilders, we explore how they got started, the lessons they've learned, and the changes that gave them more freedom and fulfillment. Whether you're just starting out or ...
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Welcome to Happy Harbor, where we know that God made you, God loves you, and God wants to be your friend! Join Arlo the bear, Tilly the penguin, and Kelby the Octopus as they go on their adventures in Happy Harbor each week! And parents, you can join in the fun with craft and activity ideas in the show notes and ways to talk about the Bible story with each episode!
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Every fortnight I take a story I've consumed (usually a TV show or film, because that's me) and I break it down to find the creative writing and storytelling lessons we can learn from it, both the good and bad. Let's improve our craft in the most fun way possible.
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Join Felicia Lo, founder of SweetGeorgia Yarns, as she explores the sweet spot between craft, creativity, and colour together with some of the most inspiring knitters, spinners, designers, shop owners, and makers in this handmade community.
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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to write stories their readers will love. Each week literary editors, Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill, use films to explain how to craft a story that hooks the reader on page one and holds their attention all the way to the end. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you're a writer who loves to write, this podcast is for you! "The only thing that matters, and ...
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Art, Business, Craft and Philosophy of the Moving Image
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Behind-the-Scenes of the Business and Craft of professional Screenwriting.
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Fresh Hop Cinema is a craft beer and film podcast in Chico, California. Each week, cohosts Max Minardi and Jonny Summers review the latest in the world of craft beer and movies over the course of an entertaining and informative discussion.
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Beverage Chronicles explores all types of beverages, with an emphasis on craft beer. We talk with the people who produce, distribute and sell these drinks.
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Master storytellers discuss the stories and struggles that go into writing the first page of their books. Why? Because the first page is often the most re-written page of any book because it has to work so hard to do so much—HOOK YOU. Learn how the most talented writers work their magic with host, novelist and writing coach, Holly Lynn Payne.
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A podcast to help fiction writers work through self-doubt and learn the craft of writing a novel.
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This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: newbooksnetwork.com Subscribe to our free weekly Substack newsletter to get informative, engaging content straight to your inbox: https://newbooksnetwork.substack.com/ ...
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Stories and Stanza delivers authentic storytelling through two distinct series: Between The Lines : Intimate conversations with writers revealing their craft, process, and struggles. Fail With Me: Transformative explorations of emotional intelligence, mental health, and resilience with wellness experts.
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Looking for a podcast with intellectual discourse on current events? Well, keep looking because this show aims lower than that. Join the host Casey, co-host Carlos and their rotating stable of friends and guest as they drink craft beer and talk about whatever news story grabs their interest. Just a fair warning these recordings are not for small children, the easily offended or anyone with actual taste.
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Episode 23:From Leatherwork to 1911s: A Candid Talk with Scattered Hamlet’s Adam Jode
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Adam Joad of Scattered Hamlet discusses the band’s roots, blending country life with heavy music, the role of TikTok in their growth, and how authenticity shapes their songs and covers. They also share personal stories about leatherworking, hunting, firearms, and the realities of touring as independent musicians, plus reflections on community, resp…
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SWRT 338 | Ask Alida: The Craft of Subplots
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In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida answers questions all about subplots. This is a recording of our monthly Ask Alida live Q&A over on Substack! Make sure you join us next time to get your questions answered and enjoy a fun chat about writing craft! In this episode, we talk about subplots, what they are, why they are impor…
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Why I Started THIS Podcast: The Story Of A Craftsman
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In this solo episode of the Craft and Business Podcast, Eric Sirois shares his personal journey from childhood tinkering with Legos to becoming a professional carpenter and woodworker. He discusses his early work experiences, the transition from being an employee to a business owner, and the challenges he faced while building his business, Rent-A-M…
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I Am Battle Mountain | A World Crafting Thriller Story
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Through a desire for eternal life, people have turned themselves into monsters with a desire to destroy everything they can. Humanity's last hope is a fortress mountain and the mortals that live within. Wave after wave of unfeeling monsters approach the mountain, and with each passing day, the monsters get closer. Also Listen on: YouTube, Spotify, …
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"Direction often emerges not from knowing what you want, but from finally admitting what you don’t." - Ken Woodward The Inquisitive Almanack: 2026 Edition closes the year with something Curated Questions has never quite done before—an affectionate, slightly irreverent, and deeply thoughtful almanack for the inner life. Inspired by Benjamin Franklin…
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400. "A Christmas Story" // "Sorry, Baby // "The Running Man" // Prairie (Oklahoma City, OK)
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This week on Fresh Hop Cinema:Beer From: Prairie Artisan Ales (Oklahoma City, OK)Beer 1: BA Christmas Bomb // BA Christmas Stout // 13 % J: 9.4 M: 10Beer 2: Okie Paradise // BA Brown Ale // 12% J: 6.6 M:7Beer 3: Bourbon Barrel Okie Weekend // BA Stout // 14.6% J:10 M:9Film : "A Christmas Story" (1983) Directed by Bob ClarkRatings: Jonny - Yup, Max …
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#372 “Binky Brown Meets the Holy Virgin Mary”: Painful Personal Memoir as Wacky Comedy!
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FLASHBACK! Autobiographical comics are par for the course, but in 1972, Justin Green broke ground for the genre when he published Binky Brown Meets the Holy Virgin Mary. Some of that broken ground hasn’t been trod since; how many autobiographical comics about a battle with mental illness have you seen done as wacky parody comics? Lightning-quick pa…
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Enjoy this exciting interview with Heather Thompson about her Speculative Christian Fiction novel, Stillwater. This book highlights God's fierce protection in the battle of good and evil.By Anne Greene
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Holy smokes! Now THIS is how you write a murder mystery. If you're a mystery writer, or simply want to watch an absolutely fantastic film during the holiday season, be sure to check out THE LAST OF SHEILA. This episode originally aired in Season 9 and it's one of our favourites. So sit back and enjoy, and we'll be back with a brand new show on Janu…
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Ep. 566: Do You Ever Think “This Is Not Good; I Could Do This Better?” Plus Accountability Hacks
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We talk about why the realization “I could this this task better myself” can help us identify possible opportunities. We also talk about how to give a bad review in a nice way, and share imaginative accountability strategies. Resources & links related to this episode: Obituary for John Charles Craft Take the "Four Tendencies" personality quiz Forty…
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Lady Frances Berkeley/Amy Stallings: Bacon’s Rebellion, Colonial Virginia, and First-person Historical Interpretation
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In this episode of Historically Thinking, we begin not with a historian’s voice, but with the voice of a seventeenth-century woman. Lady Frances Culpeper Berkeley—born in England, twice widowed, and married in 1670 to Sir William Berkeley, governor of Virginia—speaks from the midst of crisis. Jamestown has burned. Nathaniel Bacon’s rebellion has fr…
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A Happier Holiday Reading: “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry
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As a gift to listeners, I read O. Henry’s classic "The Gift of the Magi"—a timeless reminder of what really matters most for our happiness during the holidays. Resources & links related to this episode: "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry (Amazon, Bookshop) I read "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens (Amazon, Bookshop) I read "The Snow Queen" by H…
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#173: Maggie Andersen — Memoir, Theatre and the Courage To Write
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What does it mean to turn a life of art, love, and loss into story? How do we write honestly about the people who shaped us? And what can theater teach us about the art of memoir? In her debut memoir No Stars in Jefferson Park (Northwestern University Press), writer and professor Maggie Andersen tells a Chicago coming-of-age story that alternates b…
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How to Plan Your Screenwriting Year for Success: A Month-by-Month Guide
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Hosts Tasha Huo and Josh Hallman discuss Final Draft blog by Ken Miyamoto, How to Plan Your Entire Screenwriting Year: A Month-by-Month Guide. They break down tasks for each month, discuss practical solutions to achieving those tasks, and why thinking about your year in these terms sets you up for success (and they maybe fangirl over Ken a little b…
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PROX GEMS: A Day with Spike Lee and Other Stories with Ammar Mohamed
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Ammar Mohamed, filmmaker and assistant to Ryan Coogler, on how he broke into the industry, his infamous ID story, and a never-before-released story about a special day with Spike Lee. Part of our special "Prox Gems" holiday mini episodes. Learn more and read the transcript at ProximityMedia.com Shop our Prox Recs at Bookshop.org Watch/Listen to IN …
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The Happy Harbor Friends Have a Christmas Party
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Christmas Hey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week’s lesson about Christmas with your child after they’ve listened to the story! Who was the baby in today's Bible story? Jesus. Christmas is all about Jesus! Jesus was born in a barn. What kind of animals do you think were in the barn with baby Jesus? What sounds do those an…
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A Little Happier: A Few Extra Words from Winston Churchill Make a Big Difference
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When we’re quoting someone who has articulated an important idea, it’s important to make sure that we’re quoting their entire point. Winston Churchill, Stewart Brand, and apocryphally, Harry Gordon Selfridge, are frequently only partially quoted. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's web…
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Episode 18 Holidays 2025 Minisode or Holiday Stories for your Marketing Funnel
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In this minisode, Margaret and Midnight talk about writing holiday tie in stories, how to research them, optimize them as both gifts for fans and ways to encourage new readers to try you out as an author, and recommend 4 christmas-themed books (MM, MF, and FF) for your enjoyment this year.By mbates5
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The True Meaning of Christmas | A World Crafting Holiday Adventure
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Our hero comes from humble beginnings, but when he is summoned by the Star of Christmas, he sets off on an adventure through all kinds of holiday shenanigans. Meaningless trifles try to distract him from his journey, but by the beaconing of the stars, he keeps on task and finds the true meaning of Christmas. Also Listen on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple …
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A 3-Day Book, a 30-Year Book, and Everything In Between with Author Susan Sloate
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What if you wrote one book in three days… and another in thirty years? That’s the creative range of today’s guest, Susan Sloate, and trust me—this conversation will make you breathe a little easier about your own writing timeline. In this episode, Susan and I get real about the messy, magical parts of the writing life: panic, procrastination, emoti…
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A delightful chat with Diane E. Tatum, multi-published author, about her books, both historical and contemporary, both series and stand-alone. She mentions her Gold Earrings and Colonial Dream series as well as her suspense series, Main Street Mysteries, and Mysteries at Kate's B&B. She discusses what inspired her book, Finding Love In the Fog of A…
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More Happier: Hacks to Avoid a Holiday Meltdown This Week [Revisited]
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With the holiday crunch in full swing, here are three practical hacks that can make this week easier to manage. Resources & links related to this episode: Listen to Happier episode 96 Get in touch: [email protected] Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, an…
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Season 2 Episode 12: Expert Writing Tips from JR Dawson: From First Pages to Final Drafts
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets of crafting unforgettable stories with JR Dawson, the brilliant mind behind "The First Bright Thing." In our latest episode of Craft Chat Chronicles, JR takes us on a journey from her humble beginnings writing short stories during her MFA at Stone Coast to landing a major publishing deal with Tor. Discover the resi…
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Michigan Beer Series 057 | Kuhnhenn Brewing Solstice Festival
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Every year, like clockwork, we celebrate the winter solstice in December. Kuhnhenn Brewing is celebrating this year by releasing 13 heavyweight beers. They will be on draft and your preorder bottles are ready for pickup. Wendy and Rob catch up with Eric and Bret on the night before their festival which begins December 20th and they still have a lot…
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Bryan Fuller and Nicole Whitaker: Dust Bunny’s nightmare whimsy
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The Cinematography Podcast Episode 338: Bryan Fuller and Nicole Hirsch WhitakerBryan Fuller has one of the most recognizable visual signatures in modern television. Whether he’s dealing with a forensic pathologist who bakes pies (Pushing Daisies) or a sophisticated cannibal (Hannibal), his work consistently balances the grotesque with the gorgeous.…
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451: Dimitri Staelens of Adept Throws out the Rule Book in Brewing Distinctive Belgian Ales
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Dimitri Staelens spent 15 years directing quality across a range of breweries owned by Duvel Moortgat in Europe and North America. Along the way, he built a deep understanding of ingredients and process across a diverse range of styles and recipes. In 2020, however, he chose to scale down, launching Adept—a small brewery in Winksele, Belgium, attac…
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Reddit Q: Not Enough Female Representation?
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A reddit writer asked if having only one female main character among a cast of males is problematic or if she was overthinking. Lets CHAT about it, Bestie! ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about …
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399. "Wake Up Dead Man" // Human People (Seattle, WA)
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This week on Fresh Hop Cinema:Beer From: Human People (Seattle, WA)Beer 1: Beer 3000 // Hoppy Pils // 5.5% J: 2.8 M: 4Beer2: // Old Tricks // 6.7% J: 7.2 M:6Film : "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" (2025) Directed by Rian JohnsonRatings: Jonny - 8.5, Max - 7.Inside Hot & Bothered:- Max: The Woman in Cabin 10, Shadow of the Gods, Spy Game- Jo…
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My process for booking keynotes (the engine most overlook)
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If you want to book more and better speaking opportunities, this is the episode for you. I take a closer look at the process most speakers miss, not because they haven't had any success selling their offerings, but precisely because they have. Speaking works in the opposite way to almost everything else. It's an inverted commercial model. We need t…
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In this episode we try all 10 of Four Roses various recipe combinations to see if we can determine which one is the best. The result may be shocking to some of you! 🟧 PATREON - patreon.com/bourbonrealtalkplus 🟩 BOURBON REAL TALK MERCH -https://www.bourbonrealtalk.com/collections 🟦 BOURBON REAL TALK COMMUNITY - https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbo…
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Pilar reads and gives feedback on the loglines that didn't make the top fifteen lists for the 2025 Logline Contest.
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Pilar and Aadip read, evaluate and vote on feature and TV loglines sent in by listeners. Which ones will win and which ones will make the "bonkers" list?
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Writing Lessons From... Bingeing Christmas Romance Films
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aka How to get out of a rut with your writing. The episode looks at the following films: Best. Christmas. Ever Renovation Romance Our Little Secret Haul Out The Holly (and Haul Out The Holly Lit Up) Hot Frosty Jingle Bell Heist Not in that order. And I'm looking at what lessons I'm taking from these films into my Christmas romance writing in 2026. …
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"Not being a hundred percent sure all the time is a weird strength." - Haru Yamada In this episode of Curated Questions, Ken Woodward is in conversation with Dr. Haru Yamada, a sociolinguist, intercultural communication scholar, and author of Kiku: The Japanese Art of Good Listening, to explore what it really means to listen. Haru traces her early …
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Say No to Santa World Tour: An Audio Drama
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In my annual audio drama, I interview several folklore figures who are synonymous with the holiday season outside America -- but they’ve been overshadowed by the cultural juggernaut of Santa Claus. So they’re on a tour to reintroduce themselves. While I went into this press junket with the best of intensions, some of my interviews went off the rail…
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How to Build Relationships in the Maker & Trades Communities (Even If You Hate Outreach)
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A conversation with Justin Mabie, the filmmaker behind Call Me Maybe, a documentary style series that tells the stories of makers, craftspeople, and builders. Justin shares how a single woodworking event sparked the idea to document the "why" behind handmade work, and how his path through the music industry, tool brands, and now his full-time role …
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#860 Chris Ryall on “Daredevil: Born Again”
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Daredevil: Born Again, by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, is one of those comics stories that continues to attract attention decades after it was published. Chris Ryall, co-founder and current publisher at Image imprint Syzygy Publishing, is the author of a new book on that story. He talks with Koom in this episode about the arc’s religious sy…
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The Party's Interests Come First: Joseph Torigian on the Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping
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According to Chinese Communist official Xi Zhongxun, his first revolutionary act was an attempt to poison one of his school’s administrators when he was 14. He was faithful to the revolution, and the Chinese Communist Party, until his death at age 88 in 2002. In between those ages was a remarkable life. He fought Nationalists and Japanese. He was a…
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Wayne's World is a superior example of an anti-plot story (and it's hilarious to boot!). As Melanie and I take a much deserved recording break to enjoy the holidays with our families, we're sharing this archive episode with you because, if nothing else, it'll bring a smile to your face and give you a good laugh. We'll be back on January 15, 2026 wi…
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Ep. 565: Did We Get Everything Done on Our “25 for ’25” Lists? We Review & Reflect
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As part of “Design Your Year,” each of us made a list of 25 things we wanted to accomplish in 2025; here, we report on what we got done—and what we didn’t. Resources & links related to this episode: Happier in Hollywood Substack Simon Haisell's Footnotes and Tangents Allie Coyle Photography The Earth Room created by American artist Walter De Maria …
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The Writing Behind Tomb Raider: the Legend of Lara Croft Season 2
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Hosts Tasha Huo and Josh Hallman chat about Tasha's newest season of Tomb Raider: the Legend of Lara Croft now on Netflix, how the idea for the season came together, and behind-the-scenes writing stories. TWIW: The Blacklist 2025: Who's Who and trends Josh is seeing / Tasha went to a BAFTA Games Mixer and sweated profusely / If you can spot the ref…
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This week we design a hallmark movie!
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