Best Vernon Johnson Podcasts (2024)

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Jessie Kwak on Finding Joy in Your Writing Process and Cross-Genre Marketing Tips 55:32

8h ago55:32

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Episode 232 / Jessie Kwak writes supernatural thrillers and sci-fi crime as well as nonfiction productivity books including, From Chaos to Creativity and From Big Idea to Book. Topics: Trusting your own process, reassessing expectations, and enjoying the writing process How Jessie blends sci-fi and crime genres and found her second series easier to…

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Marquis de Lafayette Returns, a conversation with Elizabeth Reese 35:29

7h ago35:29

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2024 marks the bicentennial of the return of the Marquis de Lafayette to the United States. In 1824, President James Monroe invited Lafayette, the last surviving Major General of the Revolution, to be the guest of the nation as a way to celebrate the nation’s 50th anniversary. Lafayette's arrival in New York inspired four days and nights of continu…

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My Story by Lisa Marie Johnson - From Addiction to Faith: A Grandmother's Journey of Survival and Hope 38:27

3d ago38:27

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In this powerful and inspiring story, meet a courageous young grandmother who has faced unimaginable challenges. After years of battling drug addiction, she found hope and healing in rehab, where she met the Lord and began a journey of faith. Now, in the midst of new trials—facing homelessness after losing her job—she continues to persevere, raisin…

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Publishing Options with Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press 50:58

6d ago50:58

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Episode 231 / Dr. Nick Courtright of Atmosphere Press, a literary hybrid publisher dedicated to author rights, joins us to discuss different publishing options, letting go of the mindset that you must have an agent, and the importance of a personal brand. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exclusive supporter episo…

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Brooks Lyles & the Sons of the American Revolution 45:02

7d ago45:02

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Since 1889 the Sons of the American Revolution have been working to preserve the memories of those who fought and supported the American Revolution. While the national headquarters is in Louisville, Kentucky, there are over 550 chapters world-wide, dedicated to commemorating the service and sacrifice of the men and women who fought to establish an …

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🔒 Supporter Episode: Enemies to Lovers Trope 🔪→♥️ 39:20

12d ago39:20

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Subscriber-only episode In this supporter-exclusive chat, we broke down the Enemies to Lovers trope–and it’s not just for romance novels! From Pride and Prejudice to You've Got Mail, we've got tons of insights and examples that show how friction and chemistry can turn rivalry into romance. Why readers love this trope The need to maintain the core c…

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Gasinos - Harvest Profit 37:52

12d ago37:52

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Sam, Sam & Chris are on the road in Fargo, ND to talk with Nick Horob, founder of Harvest Profit, about managing farm finances, finding extroverted engineers, and what it’s like to be related to the Bossman. Nick Horob - Founder, Harvest Profit Sam Paulson - Sales Specialist Manager Chris Horob - Precision Support Manager Sam Jensen - Precision Sup…

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American Whore Story with Naomi Grossman 31:03

12d ago31:03

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I got to chat with the amazingly talented Naomi Grossman (Pepper in American Horror Story!) who headlined at The Denver Fringe Festival and will be performing her show, American Whore Story, at The Edinburgh Fringe Fest 2024 for the whole month of August! If you're in Scotland, you should check it out at The Gilded Balloon Patter House. --- Support…

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My Story by Stacy Ferguson 59:17

15d ago59:17

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In this powerful episode, we share the incredible journey of Stacy, a survivor of unimaginable adversity and a beacon of hope and resilience. Stacy's story is one of courage, determination, and the unwavering support of loved ones. We invite you to listen and be inspired by Stacy's journey. Share your thoughts and stories in the comments below. Let…

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Finding your Community and Navigating Dyslexia with A.B. Herron 44:36

13d ago44:36

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Episode 230 / A.B. Herron blends elements of fantasy and romance in her fiction. She shares about balancing a full-time job while diving headfirst into the world of writing, the joy of connecting with readers at book fairs, and the critical role a supportive community plays in overcoming challenges, especially for authors with dyslexia. 💙 🎙 Become …

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A Brilliant Solution with Carol Berkin 42:47

14d ago42:47

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In the summer of 1787, 55 delegates assembled at Philadelphia to write a new Constitution for the new United States of America. The document that was finally agreed upon on September 15, 1787 was not without controversy. The completed document was filled with compromises, particularly around how representation would be calculated, and lacked a Bill…

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🎭 Relationship Arcs with September C. Fawkes 1:02:21

20d ago1:02:21

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Episode 229 / Learn about the four basic types of relationship arcs from freelance developmental editor and writing writing instructor, September C. Fawkes. Discover how mapping arcs can define the direction and evolution of your characters' relationships and create a dynamic, zigzag narrative. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to t…

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George Washington's Long Island Spy Ring 36:51

21d ago36:51

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Agents, double-agents, spies, secret messages, codes, cyphers are the words that evoke the world of intelligence gathering, a necessary tool for the success of any army. George Washington knew better than anyone the value of knowing what your enemy's plans were and to prevent them, if at all possible, from learning your own plans. Amazingly there a…

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🎧 Kemper Donovan on Building An Audience Through Podcasting 1:05:47

27d ago1:05:47

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Episode 228 / Kemper Donovan is the host of the All About Agatha podcast and author of The Busy Body, a USA Today bestseller on launch earlier this year. Kemper shares tips for querying and how podcasting about Agatha Christie helped him connect with mystery authors and also provided a built-in audience for his book. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the p…

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The Many Rides of Paul Revere 48:10

28d ago48:10

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"Listen my children, and you shall hear, of the midnight ride of Paul Revere." With this one line, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow ensured the legacy of 18th-century Boston silversmith, mechanic and entrepreneur, Paul Revere. The poem, published in January of 1861 in the Atlantic Monthly magazine was simply entitled "Paul Revere's Ride," and purports to…

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Popcorn - Monsoon Season Recap 28:52

1M ago28:52

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Sam, Sam, & Chris are back to talk about something we’ve had more than enough of; moisture. A new game is also debuted, called “Name That Machine?”By Kibble Equipment

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🌦️Writing with ADHD and Surviving Life’s Storms with Liz Long 47:54

1M ago47:54

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Episode 227 / Liz Long shares her journey of embracing her own uniqueness, particularly in relation to ADHD and finding peace and growth after personal loss. Quick note: the language in this episode isn’t as family-friendly as our usual G/PG episodes, so just be aware of that. 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! Get access to the backlist of exc…

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The Whiskey Rebellion with Brady J. Crytzer 38:34

1M ago38:34

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The "Whiskey Rebellion," as Alexander Hamilton called it, was the first major test of the new government's power to control its territory. The Whiskey Tax of 1791 taxed smaller producers of whiskey, and required all stills to be registered. The response of farmers in the west--many of them veterans of the Revolution--was at times violent, and Presi…

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Abundant Living Everyday _ Subscribe 4:37

1M ago4:37

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Discover inspiring Stories of resilience and triumph over life's toughest challenges. Subscribe to my YouTube channel to hear from real people who have overcome mental health struggles, job losses, divorce, and single parenthood. Join us and be inspired!" Abundant Living Everyday, Living out the Word one day at a time!!!…

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📶 Using Excel to Write a Book with Paul Indigo 52:00

1M ago52:00

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Episode 226 / Author, musician, and marketer, Paul Indigo shares insights on seeking validation, embracing our voice, and the unconventional use of an Excel spreadsheet for writing and marketing. If you’ve tried all the writing software and haven’t found one that works for you, perhaps your answer is a spreadsheet! 💙 🎙 Become a supporter of the pod…

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S7E40 – "Season Finale" 48:09

1M ago48:09

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We have finally reached the end of Season 7! David, Matt, and Andrew gather together one last time before their well-earned break to share their highlights of the past season and talk about Season 8...

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John Trumbull, Painter of the Revolution with Richard Brookhiser 37:20

1M ago37:20

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We see him as the artist who gave us the iconic imagery of our nation's founding. He saw himself as a historian. John Trumbull, soldier, spy, and artist was the son of a Connecticut Governor, a scion of the first-families of New England. Join Professor Robert Allison in conversation with award-winning author Richard Brookhiser on his book Glorious …

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S7E39 – GM – "MacDonald Month: George's Anthology (Part II)" 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

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David, Matt, and Andrew wrap-up "MacDonald Month" by sharing some of their favourite quotations from the George MacDonald anthology assembled by C. S. Lewis. [Show Notes]

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Walkabout - Vicki's Camp 'n Country Jam 30:51

2M ago30:51

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Sam & Sam are at Vicki's Camp 'n Country Jam with Vicki herself and Anne Johnson from the Redwood Area Chamber of Commerce to talk about the upcoming festival, why Kibble Equipment is involved, and the correct usage of the word accoutrements. Vicki Galstad Friedrichs - Founder & CEO of Vicki's Camp 'n Country Jam Anne Johnson - Executive Director o…

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✨ Magan Vernon on Navigating Self-Doubt, Criticism, and Creative Renewal 41:58

2M ago41:58

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Episode 225 / Megan Vernon, author of over 40 romance novels, joins us to talk about starting over after a difficult experience of being publicly criticized. We talk about the need to give ourselves grace and the importance of a supportive community for navigating the ups and downs of a writing career. Megan shares about her creation of the Mojo Do…

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Sarah Johnson's Mt. Vernon with Scott E. Casper 38:15

2M ago38:15

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Mount Vernon's historical status was secured by George Washington's ownership, but its full history cannot be told without examining the other people who lived here. Sarah Johnson, first living enslaved at Mount Vernon and later emancipated, saw the change in Mount Vernon from family home to national treasure. We discuss this story with Scott E. Ca…

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S7E38 – GM – "MacDonald Month: George's Anthology (Part I)", After Hours with Dr. Kirstin Johnson 1:20:56

2M ago1:20:56

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"MacDonald Month" wraps up with the first of two episodes on Lewis' book, George MacDonald: An Anthology. Today David is joined by MacDonald scholar, Dr. Kirstin Jeffrey Johnson, to discuss the Preface. [Show Notes]

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S7E37 – AH – "MacDonald Month: Reading George", After Hours with Jess Lederman 36:24

2M ago36:24

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As we near the end of MacDonald Month, David sits down with Jess Lederman to discuss how to begin reading the Scottish author, and the help available at WorksOfMacDonald.com. [Show Notes]

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📱Kate Johnson on Zory and Fiction Apps 50:12

2M ago50:12

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Episode 224 / Kate Johnson is the co-founder of Zory, an interactive reading app that merges the depth found in fiction with the choose-your-path-style plotlines of narrative video games. Kate shares details about Zory and craft tips about GMC as well as the All Is Lost moment. Plus we talk about trends in genre blending, and what Kate sees coming …

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Revolutionary Blacks with Shirley Green 38:06

2M ago38:06

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Ben and William Frank became part of the Second Rhode Island Regiment in 1777. AFter figinting in the Battle of Rhode Island, Ben switched sides, joined with the British, and wound up in Nova Scotia after the war. His descendant Shirley Green, a Toledo police officer and now director of the Toledo Police Museum, wrote about the Frank Brothers in he…

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S7E36 – AH – "MacDonald Month: In the Age of Miracles", After Hours with Dr. Timothy Larsen 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Dr. Timothy Larsen joins the show to talk about his new book, "George MacDonald and the Age of Miracles" to discuss Incarnation, Doubt, and Re-enchantment. [Show Notes]

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S7E35 – AH – “MacDonald Month: George's Music”, After Hours with Dr. Amanda Vernon 47:42

2M ago47:42

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As part of MacDonald Month, David interviewed Dr. Amanda Vernon about the George MacDonald's relationship with music. [Show Notes]

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🩻 Steffanie Holmes on Skeleton Drafting, Rebanding, and Kickstarter 56:05

2M ago56:05

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Episode 223 / Do you like to discover the plot as you write? Do you get bored if you know where the story is going? Then a skeleton draft might be what you need. Paranormal and gothic romance author Steffanie Holmes joins us to talk about how discovery writers can use a skeleton draft to get their ideas down on paper and avoid writer’s block. We al…

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My Story by Vernon Smith 33:59

2M ago33:59

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What would you do if you had to raise five children alone after a difficult divorce? Our guest, Vernon Smith, knows firsthand the trials and triumphs of this extraordinary journey. As a dedicated father, he shares how he balanced the demands of work, personal growth, and parenting while emphasizing that love is more than just a feeling—it's an acti…

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The Dale Approval Nod - Replant '24 39:09

2M ago39:09

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Sam, Sam, & Chris are back to talk about the mmmoist spring we're having in the Midwest, and some tips if you need to replant. It's also the debut of the new game, Tractor Skirmish! (soon to be sweeping the nation) Sam Paulson - Sales Specialist Manager Sam Jensen - Precision Ag Support Specialist Chris Horob - Precision Ag Support Manager…

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The Creation of the American Republic with Gordon Wood 38:49

2M ago38:49

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As we approach our 200th episode we talk with Gordon Wood on his first book, The Creation of the American Republic, 1776 - 1787 which ranks among the most important books ever written about the American Revolutionary period and the formation of the American Republic. Join us as to hear about what the founders got right, what they got wrong, and how…

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S7E34 – AH – "MacDonald Month: George's Fairy Tales", After Hours with Dr. Danny Gabelman 53:10

2M ago53:10

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Dr. Danny Gabelman introduces us to the fairy tales of George MacDonald. [Show Notes]

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S7E33 – AH – "MacDonald Month: George's Theology", After Hours with Dr. Kerry Dearborn 46:23

2M ago46:23

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Dr. Kerry Dearborn joins David to discuss the theology and imagination of George MacDonald. [Show Notes]

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🔒 Supporter Episode: 🔎 Incorporating Mystery Elements into Your Writing 21:15

2M ago21:15

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Subscriber-only episode Ever wondered how to add a twist of mystery to your narrative? Find out exactly what mystery elements are, how to sprinkle them into your narrative, and why they keep readers turning the pages. Whether you're writing romance, sci-fi, or fantasy, a mystery can add layers of intrigue and depth to your story. I'll be sharing so…

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