Best Toplining Podcasts (2024)

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#55 - How To Write The Beginning Of A Song So You Can Hook Your Audience (+Examples) 17:16

6h ago17:16

17:16

No idea how you can start your song's first line? Discover how you can write a captivating start that will instantly hook your audience! 💡 What you'll learn:- the best way to create an emotional connection - how to write your song's first line as an intriguing hook - see lots of examples and techniques of this one powerful opening line device If yo…

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#54 - Your Song Has To Go Somewhere - Meaning Explained 26:56

1h ago26:56

26:56

Have you ever been told the popular songwriting advice of "Your Song Has To Go Somewhere?", but you didn't know how to pull it off? Discover what it means and how you can apply it in this episode.💡 What you'll learn:- Know where to start and where to end- Creating coherence in your lyrics- the two most important questions to ask yourself before you…

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#53 - How To Write A Song That Tells A Story 54:40

11d ago54:40

54:40

Unlock the secrets to storytelling in songwriting by knowing the exact moments that go into every story. In this episode on "How To Tell A Story In Song Lyrics," I show you how you can write song lyrics that tell a story that works so that you can hook, engage, and impact your audience. I will explain the concept of Narrative Songwriting in a step-…

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117 – Paydirt 004 – Plantscaping, Process and Personal Growth…for Profit – Profit Levers 20:13

3M ago20:13

20:13

You already know this, but I’m saying it anyways – Business is the game of numbers. You need data! As Mr. Drucker relentlessly reminded, “You can’t manage what you can’t measure.” Chief among the numbers to manage is profit. When you’ve created your profit goals and you have the data, there are all types of levers to pull. This weeks podcast is abo…

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116 – Paydirt 003 – Plantscaping, Process and Personal Growth…for Profit – Personal Growth 19:43

3M ago19:43

19:43

“Hitting paydirt” was the term in mining to celebrate finding gold after moving tons of “worthless” dirt. Question…was all that dirt really worthless? This short episode on personal growth is the reminder that in moving all the dirt of growing our business, there is huge reward. The reward is, the person you are becoming – The best version of yours…

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Sexual Abuse in the Horse Industry: A Conversation with Annette Paterakis on Isolation, Hope, and Healing 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

TW: Descriptions of grooming, sexual abuse as a minor. Listen with care. Growing up in the Netherlands, Annette Paterakis rode ponies competitively and had Olympic aspirations. However, transitioning to riding horses was difficult, and teenage Annette found herself going from top placings to being eliminated in the show ring. With dreams and invest…

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115 – Paydirt 002 – Plantscaping, Process and Personal Growth…for Profit – Why I Love Process 16:13

4M ago16:13

16:13

In the second episode of The Paydirt Podcast, we dig into (that’s funny right?) “Why I love Process” Because of course… “If you can’t describe what you’re doing as a process, you don’t know what you’re doing.” Thank you, Mr. Deming. Deming’s second quote always stings a little. “You’re systems are perfectly designed for the results you’re getting.”…

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114 – Paydirt 001 – Plantscaping, Process and Personal Growth…for Profit 15:58

4M ago15:58

15:58

Here it is – the first episode of The Paydirt Podcast! Today I’m talking about, “Why I love the Plantscape business” You made a wise decision when you started, joined or bought a Plantscape business. In no particular order…Plantscaping is, Elegant. Elegant in so many ways! A business that can be standardized (what a beautiful word) Not easily disru…

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Why Play Is Key for Building “Try” in Your Horse, and How to Do It with Tik Maynard 56:38

5M ago56:38

56:38

When you picture adding “play” into your horse’s training, what comes to mind? Do you imagine your horse chasing around a large ball or nosing carrots out of a container? Or maybe you see your horse trotting joyfully behind you as you run? The fact is, play can look like a lot of different things, but it doesn’t have to be any of the above. Play’s …

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It Doesn't Have to Feel This Stressful: What Your Nervous System Has to Do with Performance, with Natalie Hummel 1:05:52

6M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Why do competitions make our hearts hammer, mouths go dry, and hands tremble? We may never get nervous riding at home, but as soon as we step into that show ring (or clinic, or in front of peers, or riding a difficult horse), it can feel like something primal just takes over. As it turns out, that is exactly what’s happening. Competition (whether y…

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Toplines: Spotting Pain, Dysfunction, and Myths that Need to Be Busted with Ansley Bevan 58:07

6M ago58:07

58:07

Muscle tension and underdevelopment are a precursor to injury, making topline development crucial to keeping horses healthy and sound. Elasticity through the back allows horses to move freely, support riders, and meet our performance expectations. So why do so many performance horses have underdeveloped muscles and signs of discomfort? Unfortunatel…

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Tempo, Pace, and Rhythm: It’s Not Just Semantics. With Hunter/Eq Judge Rob Van Jacobs 1:00:29

7M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

“More impulsion!” Most of us have heard our coaches cry – usually accompanied by a hearty clap or imitation of riding forward. But what does ‘impulsion’ actually mean to you, your trainer, or the judge scoring you? By listener request, we’re breaking down riding terms that have mystified riders for years. Caroline is joined by Rob Van Jacobs, a USE…

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It’s 4:30 AM and Your Goals are Calling, with Paralympian Amelia White 1:02:41

7M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Amelia White was just 18 years old when she was the victim of a traumatic car accident that changed her entire life. A university student and active eventer, Amelia suddenly found herself out of school, out of the saddle, and in ongoing surgeries. Despite doctors’ best efforts, Amelia was left with a permanent disability that required her to change…

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How to Change a Spooky Horse into a Thinking Horse, with Josh Nichol 1:07:29

8M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

There’s no taking the spook out of a horse. As prey animals, horses will always want to run away first. Combine this fact with modern breeding programs that produce lighter, more responsive horses and many of us may find ourselves riding with a pounding heart and sweaty palms, fearing that inevitable spook. But a spooky horse isn’t a problem; it’s …

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Evolve Your Student/Trainer Relationship, with Annette Paterakis 56:05

8M ago56:05

56:05

Thinking about all the ways our sport needs to evolve can be overwhelming. When there are so many organizations, individuals, and stakeholders we want to inspire change in. However, evolving the sport doesn’t need to start at the top. It can start with you right now; with your mindset as a rider or trainer. Annette Paterakis is a mindset coach for …

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Rewind the Year With Us! 5 Favorite Moments of EV from 2023 39:06

8M ago39:06

39:06

It was a record-breaking year for Equestrian Voices, as we won two more awards (W3 Awards) and topped the Goodpods chart. We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners! From the entire EV team - THANK YOU. To celebrate this remarkable year, host Caroline Culbertson is rewinding 5 favorite moments of the pod in 2023 with colleague and longtime…

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Why Michael Pollard Quit the Sport at the Height of His Career 1:14:45

9M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Michael Pollard had what most of us could only dream of - a meteoric rise in the discipline of Eventing (including winning a Pan Am Games team Gold Medal in 2011), a string of talented horses, a strong non-horse business that supported his riding career, and a supportive group of sponsors, friends and family. But then, to the surprise of many, Mich…

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Podcasts, Daily Routines, & Solving NOT SELLING w/ Jeff Steffens of Topline Home Loans 25:58

9M ago25:58

25:58

In this second Episode from my chat w/ Jeff Steffens of Topline Home Loans we cover the DAILY actions we take to keep us FOCUSED on the task at hand, running a business! Stay tune for the third and final episode from that conversation. Sit back and enjoy the show!! Jeff Steffens / Topline Home Loans, email at: Jeff@toplinehomeloans.com If you'd lik…

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Why a Hot Bran Mash Doesn’t Keep Your Horse Warm, and other Blanketing Myths Busted with Dr. DeBoer 1:08:05

9M ago1:08:05

1:08:05

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, the time comes once more for the biggest decision of the winter: Do you blanket your horse, or not? And, which one? (Heavy, medium, medium-light, neck or no neck?!) Some riders put a sheet on at the slightest sign of a chill, while others keep their horses bare regardless of outside conditions. A…

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Can We Help Horses Heal from Trauma and Grief? Using Physical Touch to Heal Emotional Wounds with Good Shepherd Gabriel 55:39

10M ago55:39

55:39

Horses are well known for their power to heal. The positive feelings we have after spending time with our horses are, after all, one of the main reasons why we ride, and equine therapy is used to treat a wide range of physical and mental health challenges. How often, though, do we think about the flip side of the coin - how do our actions help, or …

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Changing Your Goals, Finding a New Horse, and “My-horse-itis” with Chelsea Canedy 1:02:12

10M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

You’ve just left the barn after another frustrating lesson, and you don’t know what to do. You know that your horse is more than capable of achieving the goals you’ve set for your riding, but in your heart, you also don’t feel like your horse is having fun in the process. How do you go about deciding when it’s time for a new direction for both you …

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Is the Forward Seat Still Relevant? Peter Wylde on Rider Style, Feel, and Evolution of Position 1:08:58

11M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

Americans are known for their smooth, forward positions on the horse, so much so that it became known as the ‘American Forward Seat’. But how has it evolved over the years as our light, sensitive Thoroughbreds have blended with the heavier horses of Europe? Does it still provide the same effective foundation today as it did before, or is it less re…

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What It’s Really Like to Run a Horse Rescue (All Seated in a Barn & Storeybrook Farm) 1:12:41

11M ago1:12:41

1:12:41

We’ve all seen the pictures: the emaciated horse who looks ancient, but in actuality is in their prime, their coat dirty and their eyes dull. We’ve all also had the desire to just hook up our trailer (or commandeer one) and take them home to a better life. Unfortunately, few of us have the resources or the means to follow through on that impulse - …

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Why Doesn’t Riding Have An Athletic Culture? Embracing Rider Wellness with Ifa Simmonds 1:11:11

12M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

When you go to a horse show, you can see riders diligently warming up their horses prior to competition, making sure their partner is both mentally and physically ready for the task ahead. But you rarely (if ever) see those same riders warming themselves up before they mount up, making sure they are just as prepared. Why is there such a vast discon…

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Amy Skinner: “If you don’t understand pressure, you’ll be forced to overuse it.” 1:02:05

1y ago1:02:05

1:02:05

There are many ideas about what good training looks like with horses. We imagine a well-trained horse as one who is able to perform its job at a high level, and view subsequent competition results as a validation of correctness. But what if that same horse can’t be mounted without being held, or has trouble loading onto/unloading off the trailer? C…

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Understand Your Competitive Drive So That It Doesn’t Work Against You (Or Your Horse) 56:58

1y ago56:58

56:58

For most of us, competition is a large part of why we choose to ride, and also for most of us, we allow this drive to steer our behavior without really giving it too much thought. But science shows that our competitive drive is not a mystery. In fact, learning about this powerful force behind our motivation can help us shape it towards positive, gr…

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4 Ideas to Make Show Jumping More Engaging (and Why That Matters) 1:04:13

1y ago1:04:13

1:04:13

While many riders need no excuse to tune into a livestream to watch the top show jumping athletes of our day duke it out at the FEI level, there are a lot of people who consider themselves sports enthusiasts who are nonetheless pretty lost when they try to watch the upper levels of the sport. Let’s not even start on how many of our friends and fami…

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“Age Is Not A Disease”: Considerations for Caring for Aging Horses with Dr. Katie Sheats 1:38:19

1y ago1:38:19

1:38:19

There are stereotypes for just about everything when it comes to the horse world, and aging horses are no exception. We picture a hard keeper becoming increasingly thin over time, or maybe we imagine a recently retired athlete going out to a big pasture with a herd of other horses and immediately feeling content. But just like with every stereotype…

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The Horses, Breeding, and Evolution of Show Jumping with Helena Stormanns 58:38

1y ago58:38

58:38

There’s no question that the show jumping horses of today are different from the horses of 30, even 20 years ago. As courses continue to get increasingly technical and fast, breeders are producing increasingly athletic horses to match…or is it that cause/effect relationship the other way around? And what about the horses who are bred to jump 1.60, …

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Symmetry, Strength, and Optimizing the Rider's Seat 1:25:02

1y ago1:25:02

1:25:02

There’s so much more to your seat and symmetry in the saddle than meets the eye. It’s not just about good equitation or looking pretty in the saddle. Your horse’s health, musculature, and soundness are profoundly impacted by your balance while you ride. Also, it’s just plain miserable to constantly be fighting your own position while you ride. If y…

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Asking the Hard Questions: A Conversation with Noëlle Floyd 1:28:01

1y ago1:28:01

1:28:01

If you’re listening to this podcast, then you probably know the name of the company producing it: Noëlle Floyd. What you might not know, though, is that this is also the name of our CEO and Founder. Noëlle started her namesake business as a personal blog meant to detail her career and experiences in the world of show jumping, and since then it’s be…

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Deep Dive: Understanding Kissing Spines 1:33:13

1+ y ago1:33:13

1:33:13

Your horse is cold backed and unpredictable at the mounting block. Under saddle, he goes around inverted, and can sometimes even kick out or spook suddenly. One of your friends casually says, “Maybe he has Kissing Spines,” and your heart skips - you’ve heard of it before, and know that it’s definitely not good. Kissing Spines disease in horses has …

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Bitting Roundtable: Liza Towell Boyd, Liz Halliday-Sharp, Betsy Steiner, and Stephanie Brown-Beamer 1:14:12

1+ y ago1:14:12

1:14:12

If you’re a regular to the Equestrian Voices podcast, you know that bitting is a subject we return to time and again. This is because bits have such a dramatic impact on a horse’s happiness and performance - and it’s an area we still have so much to learn about! So we decided to come back to this topic, this time bringing together top professionals…

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#52 - Lewis Capaldi - The Needless Struggle of a Successful Music Artist 19:12

1+ y ago19:12

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So, I recently watched Netflix's documentary about Lewis Capaldi, "Lewis Capaldi: How I'm Feeling Now," and let me tell you, it was a rollercoaster of emotions—inspiring and tear-jerking in equal measure. >>> Download a Songwriter's Roadmap to Narrative Songwriting <<< >>> lyricmastery.com/21steps In this episode, we talk about Lewis Capaldi’s stru…

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(Part 2) Creating Openness and Growth in the Horse/Rider Relationship 44:16

1+ y ago44:16

44:16

When it comes to riding, more often than not the focus is placed on the horse - what are they doing, how are they feeling, what can we improve with them, etc. But we all know that the horse is only 50% of the equation - the other 50%? You: the rider. So why does it always feel like focusing on yourself, especially out of the saddle, is somehow self…

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#51 - How to Write a Viral Song 40:47

1+ y ago40:47

40:47

How many of you have a message for the world, but you need help finding your voice or your audience? Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. I want you to imagine millions of people listening to your song. I want you to imagine thousands of people knocking your door down wanting to know when you come to their city to play them the song live because th…

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Creating Openness and Growth in the Trainer/Student Relationship (Part 1) 1:02:56

1+ y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

If you’ve ever taken a riding lesson, you know that it goes something like this: Your trainer stands in the middle of the ring giving you instructions, and you’re on the horse trying your darndest to follow those instructions precisely. It works… kinda. But bridging that gap between your trainer’s instructions and feeling/understanding can be chall…

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Do We Need More Toughness, or More Softness? With JJ Tate 1:21:49

1+ y ago1:21:49

1:21:49

Most riders desire to develop a horse who is a happy, willing participant in whatever task or discipline they’ve set out towards. But where the training narrative used to revolve around making sure the horse knows who’s the boss, newer methods value give and take and making sure your horse is heard in the conversation. The balance of toughness vs s…

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Archie Cox on Generational Knowledge, Tradition, and Trainer Responsibility 1:08:08

1+ y ago1:08:08

1:08:08

You hear it all the time: “Young riders today don’t know about horsemanship.” “Kids today just want to get on and ride.” “There are no more barn rats.” These complaints point to a larger potential issue of losing generational knowledge. Is it something we, as horsepeople, should be concerned about? To help us answer this question, we turned to Arch…

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What Makes a Good Vet (& How to Be a Good Client) 58:56

1+ y ago58:56

58:56

Vets are one of the unsung heroes of horse sport. Horses are unfailingly creative (and effective) at hurting themselves; from a mystery lameness to a sudden colic to every type of laceration you could dream up, a day that goes by without some sort of injury is a good day by default. Because of this, having access to a good vet is a critical part of…

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#50 - “The Comeback” by Drew Davies - A great example of a redemption story in a song 56:11

1+ y ago56:11

56:11

Lets move away from all those love songs we’ve talked about in the past because I recently had the pleasure to listen to the song “The Comeback” by the London-based musician Drew Davies. As stated on metaltalk.net, this song by Davies “is a call to arms for society's malcontents and a tip of the hat to an era of alternative greats such as David Bow…

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Let’s Talk About That Helmet Study 40:42

1+ y ago40:42

40:42

If you ride horses and have been on the internet in the past two months, chances are good you’ve heard about “that” helmet study -- specifically, the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab’s Equestrian STAR Helmet Rating Project. On the plus side, we learned that a fancy helmet wasn’t necessarily any safer than a basic, no frills (and much less expensive) helmet…

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Riding from the Inside, Out and Understanding Confidence with John Haime 1:02:00

1+ y ago1:02:00

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Mindset Check! Welcome to 2023. We're kicking off with a mindset conversation because even if you're riding less in the cold, dreary month of January, you can still be doing major work to improve your riding. This conversation will inspire you to pour some time, effort, and energy into yourself, not just your horse. (If you, perhaps, would like som…

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5 Listener-Chosen Moments - Rewinding the Year of Equestrian Voices 51:17

1+ y ago51:17

51:17

That’s a wrap on 2022! In this episode, two Equestrian Voices listeners join Caroline to count down 5 of their favorite clips and moments from the pod this year. We can’t wait to learn, question, discuss, and celebrate more with you in 2023! Happy New Year!By NOELLEFLOYD.com

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(Part 2) Is Saddle Fit a Bigger Deal Than We Think? 54:40

1+ y ago54:40

54:40

As promised, we’re back with Part 2 of Caroline’s conversation with Amanda Anderson of Saddlefitting.us. We know many of you have been eagerly awaiting the rest of this chat, so let’s dive right into the good stuff. In this episode, host Caroline Culbertson and Amanda discuss: When it may be warranted to stay off your horse entirely (a hard truth, …

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Is Saddle Fit a Bigger Deal Than We Think? (Part 1) 48:59

1+ y ago48:59

48:59

Are we collectively aware of how profoundly saddle fit can affect our horses? As today’s Equestrian Voices episode guest would argue, probably not. Saddle fit can cause real (and, as far as we know, potentially irreversible) damage to your horse’s body. That’s the bad news. The good news is, a well-fitting saddle doesn't have to be expensive or com…

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A Chat About Travel Stress in Horses, with Dr. Kevin Keane 56:52

2y ago56:52

56:52

Before you hit the road with your horse again, give this ep a listen. Your horse will thank you. Travel can be stressful on your horse and, in some cases, even harmful for his health. For the humans, traveling with our horses can be daunting because there are lots of elements you can’t control (traffic, how well your horse eats or drinks on the tra…

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#49 - Overcoming what's holding you back & reaching your goals. 11:35

2y ago11:35

11:35

When you feel stuck in your songwriting or in life in general, I’d like to share the approach that helped me. So, if you feel stuck sometimes… maybe this helps. Visit lyricmastery.com for everything on storytelling in songwriting.By Melanie - Certified Story Grid Editor

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A Dressage Queen and a Cowboy: Kasey Perry-Glass and Dana Glass 59:01

2y ago59:01

59:01

Kasey Perry-Glass and Dana Glass may be married and in business together, but their backgrounds in horses couldn’t be more different. But, that’s what makes them interesting – and what makes their business work. In fact, it’s almost like their secret weapon. What can dressage and horsemanship learn from each other? How did they decide to integrate …

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#48 - The Ultimate Dilemma for the Song’s Main Character – Waypoint #3: The Crisis 19:03

2y ago19:03

19:03

In today’s episode, we’re gonna explore what it looks when we write about facing a crisis. We’ve all been in a dilemma in our life, right? It’s when no matter what we choose, there’s always something to lose, but also something to gain. But it’s normal if we fear the loss more than having the potential to gain something. Being in a dilemma, there’s…

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