Best Todayshow Podcasts (2024)

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Amy Yamada Reveals How AI Can Transform Your Writing and Connect Deeply with Audiences 26:26

9M ago26:26

26:26

In this episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast, my guest is Amy Yamada, a former marketing director and AI expert. During the interview, Amy shares her innovative approach to using AI to develop authentic messaging and form deep connections with audiences. Amy and her use of ChatGPT to help content creators scale their businesses is a one-of-…

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How to Become a Content Strategist With Amanda Hand 25:24

9M ago25:24

25:24

In our latest episode of the Become A Writer Today podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Amanda Hand, an experienced content strategist and SEO team lead. We delved into the world of content strategy and discovered some valuable insights into this fascinating field. In this episode, we discuss the following: Client Goals and Data: Content str…

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13 Best Irish Authors You Must Read 13:40

10M ago13:40

13:40

In today's episode, we delve into the world of Irish literature and explore the works of some of the best Irish authors you must read. From the celebrated CS Lewis, who straddled the line between British and Irish, to the incomparable James Joyce and his masterpiece "Ulysses," we'll take you through a journey of influential writers who have shaped …

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15 Best Horror Authors: Alive and Dead 12:19

10M ago12:19

12:19

I am thrilled to share that in the latest episode of the "Become a Writer Today" podcast, I've profiled 15 of the best horror authors, both alive and dead. If you're a fan of horror or looking to explore the genre, this episode is a must-listen! Here are 3 key takeaways from this episode: 1️⃣ Stephen King: Known as the master of horror, Stephen Kin…

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Best Copywriting Books You Must Read 14:34

11M ago14:34

14:34

In this week's episode of the "Become a Writer Today" podcast, we're diving into the world of copywriting books that every aspiring writer must read! 📖✍️ Join me, Bryan Collins, as I share some invaluable insights and recommendations on the best copywriting resources out there. Key takeaways from this episode: 🔸 Dive into "The Robert Collier Letter…

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Behind the Headlines with Isaac Saul of Tangle: Running and Monetizing a Media Newsletter 29:02

11M ago29:02

29:02

I had the opportunity to go behind the headlines with Isaac Saul, the creator of Tangle, on my latest episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into Isaac's journey of running and monetizing a media newsletter while striving for balanced reporting in today's politically divided climate. Here are three key takeaways…

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27 Must-Read Classic Literature Books 24:18

12M ago24:18

24:18

I recently had the pleasure of discussing 27 must-read classic literature books on the Become a Writer Today podcast. These books have stood the test of time and offer timeless wisdom and insights into the human condition. Whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey, these classics are an essential addition to your books…

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Skyrocket Your Email List Using Copywriting Game With Eddie Shleyner 23:16

12M ago23:16

23:16

My guest today is Eddie Shleyner. He is the Founder of VeryGoodCopy, a popular newsletter I subscribe to. He's also the former Copy Chief at G2.com, an excellent resource for finding software and other services. In this episode, we discuss the following: How Eddie got into copywriting Social media management The role of AI in copywriting Direct res…

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How Doug Evans is Using Reels to Get 1000s of Book Reviews 23:19

1y ago23:19

23:19

Could Instagram or TikTok help you generate reviews and sell copies of your new book? One author who offers a resounding yes to that question is Doug Evans. He's behind The Sprout Book: Tap into the Power of the Planet's Most Nutritious Food. The Sprout Book is hugely popular and was an Amazon Best Seller. Doug has grown social media accounts on Ti…

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From Passion to Paycheck: The Journey of Writing Blogger Hiten Vyas 28:37

1y ago28:37

28:37

My guest today is Hiten Vyas. He is the founder of Writing Tips Oasis, a fantastic resource for writers. Writing Tips Oasis started in 2014 to help writers across India ride on the wave of digital publishing that was about to take over the country. The site used to be called e-Books India and published regular articles that helped writers improve t…

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11+ Motivational Books You Must Read 13:21

1y ago13:21

13:21

Welcome to another episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast. Today we have an exciting lineup for all you aspiring writers out there. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of motivational books. We'll explore eleven must-read titles that will inspire and ignite your personal and professional creativity. Get ready to discover some old class…

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Create Time, Reduce Errors and Scale Your Profits, with With David Jenyns 27:16

1y ago27:16

27:16

In this episode of the Become a Writer Today podcast, my guest is an entrepreneur and author, David Jenyns, who specializes in helping business owners, entrepreneurs, and creatives like you scale their businesses through the power of systems. David introduces his book SYSTEMology, which outlines seven stages of implementing systems and processes in…

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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Books on Creativity 17:58

1y ago17:58

17:58

In this episode, I consider some of the best books on creativity. Many aspiring writers and artists feel they don’t have what it takes to express themselves. I felt the same way for years. The funny thing is that all creatives have felt this at some point during their careers. It’s a common theme found in many of the best books about creativity. Ot…

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16 Best Selling Stephen King Books 11:12

1+ y ago11:12

11:12

In this week's podcast, we're diving into the thrilling world of Stephen King and exploring some of his most captivating best-selling novels. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just discovering King's work, these books are guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat. So buckle up and get lost in Stephen King's world of spine-tingling suspense, he…

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How to Break Into Screenwriting With Brock Swinson 27:07

1+ y ago27:07

27:07

Do you want to learn how to become a prolific screenwriter? I love catching up with screenwriters. I don't write screenplays myself, but it's a fascinating genre because many principles apply to other types of writing. My guest today is Brock Swinson. He's the interviewer for Creative Screenwriting magazine and the author of Ink by the Barrel, whic…

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How to Write Pitches Editors Love With Rebecca L. Weber 28:45

1+ y ago28:45

28:45

Would you like to break into freelance writing? And if so, how do you pitch the editors of big-name publications? I was a freelance writer and journalist before I set up Become a Writer Today. It was a challenging profession. I studied journalism in college for a few years, and when I graduated, I struggled to find any work at all. It was only when…

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Building Your Brand: How to Establish Authority in Your Genre With Anna David 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

30:05

Many people say they have a book inside them, but few actually take the time to write it. Writing a book is a great way to build a personal brand and authority and make a name for yourself. But it takes a lot of work to write a book. So why even do it? This week, I caught up with Anna David, a New York Times best-selling author of not one but eight…

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The Art of Audience Growth: A Deep Dive with a Content Creation Expert Josh Spector 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

32:52

My guest today is Josh Spector, a writer, podcaster, and consultant. He also runs an engaging newsletter over at fortheinterested.com. Josh has been publishing the For The Interested Newsletter for almost seven years. It exists to help creative entrepreneurs grow their audience and business. Around a year ago, Josh launched the podcast I Want to Kn…

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Unlocking the Power of Email Marketing: Matt Treacey Teaches Authors and Writers to Monetize Their Lists 25:54

1+ y ago25:54

25:54

What should writers, bloggers, and authors know about email marketing automation? Email marketing automation can be overwhelming. When I started figuring out what to send to readers and subscribers, I ended up with a smorgasbord of forms, segments, and rules to follow and check. It took me quite some time and a lot of hair-pulling to get it right. …

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The Art of Swipe Files And Using AI to Copywrite With Neville Medhora 31:37

1+ y ago31:37

31:37

AI tools like ChatGPT are all the rage these days. While they won't write everything effectively for you, they can be a real time saver if used correctly. So rather than opening up Microsoft Word or Google Docs and wondering how you will write some compelling copy for your customers or clients, you can use a tool like ChatGPT. It'll generate headli…

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Insider Tips for Making a 6-Figure Living as an Amazon Indie Author With Marc Reklau 28:07

1+ y ago28:07

28:07

This week, I caught up with a highly successful Amazon indie author. His name is Marc Reklau. He's from Germany but lives in Budapest, Hungary. Marc got into the self-publishing game about ten years ago, when selling books on platforms like Amazon was much easier. He writes about personal development, self-help and covers topics like productivity, …

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Jake Thomas of Creator Hooks Talks Headlines and Thumbnails 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

26:43

When writing for YouTube, many top channel creators say the headline for a video and the thumbnail are the two most important things creators must consider. So, what can you do if you need help writing your headline and figuring out a complementary thumbnail? What other channels do you consider if you want to start a YouTube channel that complement…

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How to Serialize Your Book, Novel, or Memoir with Sarah Fay 34:26

1+ y ago34:26

34:26

There's never been a better time to be a writer. We have so many different ways of finding readers and getting our work in front of them. You can self-publish a book, which is fantastic because you don't have to rely on gatekeepers. But let's face it. Self-publishing takes a little bit of time, and you have to invest in a book cover. You've also go…

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The Creative Process of Web 3.0 Influencer: Zeneca 29:13

1+ y ago29:13

29:13

If you're writing or creating content online, then Web3 could be the future. Years ago, many people were sceptical about blogging and didn't see it as a viable way for writers to earn a living. Then it was self-publishing, sometimes considered a bit scammy and not a great way for authors to sell their books directly to their fans. That's the place …

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Exploring the Limitless Potential of AI For Fiction Writers With Tim Boucher 30:38

1+ y ago30:38

30:38

ChatGPT is fast becoming the biggest trend of 2023. But what does that mean for writers? Like many, I've been using ChatGPT intermittently over the past few weeks and months for various parts of the writing process. I don't describe myself as an advanced ChatGPT user, but I use it for some administrative aspects of running a blog and content websit…

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From BookTok to Writing About Blockchain: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve with Creator Nat Eliason 31:35

1+ y ago31:35

31:35

There are endless ways writers and authors can connect with readers. An author website, TikTok, YouTube, personal newsletters, Substack, the list goes on. But how do you identify which is the right discovery platform for you? This week I was fascinated to catch up with a content creator who has succeeded multiple times across different platforms. H…

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Unlocking Creativity: How Journaling Can Transform Lives Behind Bars 29:52

1+ y ago29:52

29:52

In this week's episode, I interview a creative writing instructor who works in a local county prison to instruct inmates on the practice of journaling. Tina Welling is a big believer in the therapeutic power of this practice. She's also a big believer in the link between creativity and nature. Those are two themes that she addresses in her recent b…

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Mastering the Art of Online Writing: Tips from Dickie Bush 32:13

1+ y ago32:13

32:13

What are the skills you need to write successfully online today? In this week's episode, I caught up with Dickie Bush. Now, you may already know Dickie Bush because he has nearly 330,000 followers on Twitter. He's the co-founder of Typeshare, a fantastic online writing tool. And he also runs Ship 30 for 30, an online writing course I took a year ag…

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Behind the Screams: Writing Horror with Chris Coppel 25:27

1+ y ago25:27

25:27

My guest this week is a prolific horror author. His name is Chris Coppel. He's the author of more than a dozen books in this genre. Chris also has a famous father who wrote a screenplay for a film that I guarantee you'll know, which has had a huge cultural impact. I was fascinated to catch up with Chris. In this episode, we discuss: how Chris appro…

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Maximizing Your Writing Income: Using Affiliate Websites to Earn More With Jamie IF 32:42

1+ y ago32:42

32:42

Can affiliate marketing help you earn more money as a writer working online? The answer is yes; affiliate marketing is a fantastic way to grow your income as a writer. You can create content about the products, services, or tools you use daily. The difference is that you would do this on a niche website about a specific topic or concept rather than…

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The Science of Creativity: Insights from Leading Academic Robin Landa 28:44

1+ y ago28:44

28:44

Many people say they need a good idea before they can sit down to write their book. But rather than trying to pick one good idea, generating multiple ideas that you can iterate, test, and work on is much more helpful. You could test them by writing short stories, blog posts, articles, or even creating other types of content. Then you can use all of…

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Writing from the Edge With Dystopian Thriller Author Aaron Gransby 27:47

1+ y ago27:47

27:47

I'm a big fan of dystopian fiction. George Orwell's 1984 is one of my favorite books of all time, much like many readers. So, I wanted to talk to a dystopian fiction author who understands the conventions of their genre to learn more about their writing process and what it takes to write a book like this. I recently caught up with Aaron Gransby, wh…

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Breaking into the Publishing Industry: Insights from a Literary Agent Jeff Herman 27:58

1+ y ago27:58

27:58

Do you want to break into the publishing industry? Many authors have questions about how to traditionally publish a book and how to find a literary agent who can help with that process. This week, I caught up with Jeff Herman, who's been working in the industry for 25-plus years. He runs a literary agency in the United States and has published over…

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Why Newsletters are a Better Tool For Writers Than Social Media, with Anna Codrea-Rado. 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

Have you created a strategy for your newsletter? A newsletter is the best way to communicate directly to your readers without relying on Twitter to surface your posts or Google to rank your articles. When you have a newsletter, you don't have to worry about crazy algorithm changes or something happening to posts that you've optimized for search. I'…

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How Writers and Creatives Can Master Productivity with Oliver Burkeman 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

One of the most impactful books I've read about productivity and time management is the best seller, Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman. The book proposes that the average human lifespan is just 4,000 weeks long, which is a blip in the grand scheme of things. Oliver also writes about how we're just 35 lifetimes separated from the ancient Egypti…

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Writing Speculative Fiction with Gary Bengier, For All Sci Fi Enthusiasts 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

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I'm a big science fiction reader. I also like to watch a lot of science fiction on television. But I have little interest in writing science fiction because it's the type of genre that I like to read when I want to switch off. The best science fiction or speculative fiction books always have a big idea behind them. They have topics they want to tac…

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Writing Tips for Beginners 24:58

1+ y ago24:58

24:58

It's good that you want to become a successful writer, but what tips should you know if you're a beginner? In this episode, I will share 35 tips to help you become a better writer. These are the tips I wish I'd known when I started my writing career before earning a living from writing online. These tips have helped me; they've helped successful au…

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Is a Book Coach The Key To Your Success as a Writer? With Jennie Nash 30:48

1+ y ago30:48

30:48

Do you need a book coach? If so, what should you expect from a book coach, and how can they help you become a successful author? Writing can be a lonely process. Sometimes you'll come up with an idea for a book and wonder, is it any good? You might ask a friend or a family member, or a colleague. The result can be conflicting feedback, and it can b…

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Balancing Creative Writing, Business and Ghost Writing With Jessie Kwak 30:46

2y ago30:46

30:46

Balancing writing fiction and nonfiction, can you do it? What about writing across genres? Should you pick one genre or take on multiple genres for your books? A couple of years ago, I worked with a marketing executive for Become a Writer Today, and he asked me what I liked to write. I explained that I wrote a series of books about the craft of wri…

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Get Your Book Out There! How Deadlines Can Help Writers With Mark Pawlosky 23:12

2y ago23:12

23:12

Deadlines, should you be afraid of them? How much do you plan your books or even your series of books? In my early twenties, I learned one important lesson - the importance of deadlines. Deadlines can help you write book chapters, sections of your book, and even your entire book on time. They can also help you work with editors and then ship it so …

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Sell More Copies of Your Book Through Guest Podcasting With Jeremy Slate 29:38

2y ago29:38

29:38

Over the years, I've interviewed nearly 200 guests for the Become a Writer Today podcast. These days, I get pitched a lot from potential interviewees. If you're thinking of pitching another show to appear as a podcast guest, ask yourself if your message or book is relevant to their audience. There's no point appearing on a podcast simply because it…

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How To Turn Events From Everyday Life Into Stories With Matthew Dicks 33:19

2y ago33:19

33:19

Turning events from everyday life into stories is critical for nonfiction writing. It's also vital if you want to become a columnist, and it's even a practice that can help with your fiction. Years ago, I had a dream of becoming a columnist. I sent off dozens of job applications. Eventually, I got a response: "Bryan, you could only become a columni…

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Combat Chronic Pain To Deliver That Creative Project With Oliver Mol 32:07

2y ago32:07

32:07

How can you write if you’re experiencing chronic pain? Chronic pain is terrible if you’re a writer because it can prevent you from producing your word count for the day. I know because I’ve experienced migraines on and off over the years. They usually occur when I’m stressed, dehydrated, or tired. When I experience a migraine, I find it exceptional…

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Successfully Writing In A Narrow Niche With Dr. Guy Windsor 32:15

2y ago32:15

32:15

How niche should you go with your books? This week's interviewee is Dr. Guy Windsor. He's well known as a martial arts instructor who teaches people the art of sword fighting, but he's also a well-known author in this particular genre or niche. In fact, he's published over 30 books on the subject, and he's created courses too. I first came across G…

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Using SEO For Your Writing With Kevin Indig 30:00

2y ago30:00

30:00

How can search engine optimization help you write? If you’re starting a blog, a content publishing website, or writing online, there are two things that you need to do, spend time actually writing and then figure out how people will find and read your work. You can do this in many different ways, from social media marketing to paid advertising, usi…

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Don't Write A Book. Start a Newsletter Instead Says Elle Griffin. 31:51

2y ago31:51

31:51

What does it take to succeed on Substack today? And if you're thinking of starting your Substack newsletter, are you too late to the party? Over the past few years, I've interviewed several popular Substack newsletter owners. I even interviewed the co-founder of Substack, Hamish McKenzie. Substack has gotten a lot more popular since I first feature…

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Building a Successful Indie Career With Mark Leslie Lefebvre 32:39

2y ago32:39

32:39

What should you do if you want to write across genres? And how can you sustain a rewarding and lasting creative career? Perhaps writing across genres is the way to do it. I spend a lot of time thinking about what genre to write in. Like many readers, I like to consume lots of different genres. What you read usually informs what you write, so if you…

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Why You Should Rewrite Your Old NonFiction Book With Michael Michalowicz 28:54

2y ago28:54

28:54

Have you ever considered taking one of your old nonfiction books and rewriting it? It can take months to come up with the first draft, edit it, and turn it into something you're happy to send to an editor. Then when you get feedback, you'll probably spend more time fixing it. That's to say nothing of sending a book to beta readers who may have addi…

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How to Write a Psychology Book With Psychotherapist Jonathan Coppin 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

Some nonfiction books are harder to write than others. If you're an expert in a topic, sometimes you can just bang out a couple of thousand words, repeat for a few days, weeks, and months, and publish your nonfiction book. In fact, many successful nonfiction authors have built careers by publishing short nonfiction books that cover a specific topic…

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Why I Stopped Working as Freelance Writer (And You Should Too) 19:49

2y ago19:49

19:49

Writers sometimes forget that those who don't practice the craft daily find it exceptionally difficult to communicate in the written word, but if you are listening to this podcast episode, you already understand how to communicate in the written word. Chances are, you know how to hit writing deadlines. You know how to research articles and how to p…

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