Best Jessica Higdon Podcasts (2024)

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Real Estate Expert Jessica Higdon on Trusting Your Intuition 41:42

6d ago41:42

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Jessica Higdon is a Luxury Family Real Estate Expert and the Bestselling Author of Time, Money, Freedom. She’s owned a marketing company with her husband, Ray, for over 12 years. Hear how to support your partner through it all, listen to your inner voice, why social media is free advertising, how to decide the next steps for your career, and the pr…

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Faith & Freedom: Roger Stone, Victoria Jackson, Bill Donohue, & Ray Higdon 46:28

2d ago46:28

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In this episode American Political Consultant Roger Stone discusses the politically motivated convictions against Trump and the fight to secure our elections. Comedy legend Victoria Jackson reflects on the impact of wokeness on comedy. Author Bill Donohue highlights the woke agenda’s effects on morality and society. Stick around to the end as Ray H…

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Finding Your Voice: On the Page, In Your Life with Agent Katharine Sands + Jessica Doyle-Mekkes 57:43

6d ago57:43

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You’ve heard of the all-important voice—but how do you make it more vivid, both on the page—and in your life? Enter Jessica Doyle-Mekkes, an author, voice coach, and eloquent speaker on how your voice in your life and your voice on the page are linked, vitally important—and within your control to improve. Listen along for what helps your voice come…

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Erica Current of The Skin Room on Turning Your Passion into a Business 23:02

6d ago23:02

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Erica Current is the Owner of The Skin Room, Florida’s premier skincare destination. She’s a Licensed Medical Aesthetician with a certification in Laser & Electrolysis. Hear where her passion for skincare came from, how she started her business, how to develop a highly-customized service, the perks of hiring an assistant, and how to continue to inn…

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Miss USA Noelia Voigt before Stepping Down 35:20

6d ago35:20

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Welcome to The Kristen Weardon Show! In this pilot episode, Kristen was fortunate to interview Former Miss USA Noelia Voigt before she gave up her title. Hear her thoughts on her reign, immigration, and swimsuit pageantry, how she became interested in pageants, how to build your confidence, how to prepare for your big event, her advice to other wom…

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Faith & Freedom: NRA Special! 47:28

9d ago47:28

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Shemane and guests Ted Nugent, Rock Bordelon, Keith Mark, Dianna Muller, Mark Geist, Trammell Crow, Blake Barnett and Taylor Winston discuss faith, freedom, and the Second Amendment at the NRA convention. [00:48] Ted Nugent and Shemane emphasize individual rights and freedoms; ted nugent inspires people to join NRA and Gun Owners of America and dem…

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Hollywood Versus New York: Publishing, Film, Options, Etiquette + What Makes A Hook? 44:42

14d ago44:42

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We are thrilled to introduce our very own Julie Kingsley's debut novel! It's called The Space Between You and Me and came out this week!"That summer, I finally grew into myself. The problem? I grew too fast. And fruit that grows too fast often bursts in the sunshine."With her agent Lane Heymont (Tobias Literary Agency), we discuss: *What happens if…

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Emotional Range, Sensory Details, And Pitching Works On Difficult Topics 52:40

16d ago52:40

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Content Warning: This podcast discusses suicide, grief, and loss. Pam O'Hara's beautiful writing captivated our expert audience during a recent Manuscript Academy panel, so much so that it was picked for our 2024 MSWL Agent Choice Awards. Pam joins Jessica and Julie to speak about her stunning memoir about love, loss, and losing a loved one by suic…

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Faith & Freedom: Duane “Dog” Chapman, Ted Nugent, LTC (Ret.) Pete Chambers, Scott Kesterson, & Daniel Vargas 47:03

16d ago47:03

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Best Selling author, bounty hunter, and TV star Duane "Dog" Chapman takes us through his transformation of faith. My husband Ted Nugent joins along with Lt. Col. (Ret.) Pete Chambers and Scott Kesterson of BardsFM discuss the whitetail deer slaughter by Texas Parks & Wildlife. Finally, Daniel Vargas, president and founder of Operation Triage joins …

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Faith & Freedom: Candace Cameron Bure, Matt Parrish, Jessica Tapia, & Tina Ramirez 47:22

23d ago47:22

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Join us for an inspiring episode with actress, author and producer Candace Cameron Bure who discusses her new film "Unsung Hero" and staying true to her faith and family values. Matt Parrish from Task Force Dagger shares their mission to support veterans, and Jessica Tapia talks about standing up for her religious beliefs in public schools. Tina Ra…

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Live Recorded: Query Class with Agent Dr. Emmy Nordstrom Higdon 1:13:04

28d ago1:13:04

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Watch the free video version, slides and all (and get a coupon for our workshop!) at https://manuscriptacademy.com/emmyJoin our Three-Day Keep An Agent Reading Workshop, May 28-30, here: https://manuscriptacademy.com/product/keep-an-agent-reading-workshopTIMESTAMPS: Essential Elements of a Query Letter (00:03:07) Dr. Emmy Nordstrom Higdon covers th…

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Faith & Freedom: Eric Metaxas, Mike Lindell, Dr. Lee Merritt, & Dr. Charli Caraway 45:19

1M ago45:19

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Don't miss out on this episode’s powerful conversations and opportunities for healing and growth! Author, speaker, and radio host Eric Metaxas joins to discuss the failures of the American church and how we can live out our faith as patriots. Founder and CEO of My Pillow Mike Lindell shares his success through his courageous battle against attacks …

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Mini Lesson: What Author Elizabeth Holden Did Right In Her Query & First Page 22:56

1M ago22:56

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We are honored that author Elizabeth (Liz) Holden, author of the forthcoming YA novel Mighty Millie Novak, allowed us to go through her work as a teaching tool for you--what each element accomplishes, WHY it works, and how you can do the same in your own query and first page.If you'd like to follow along visually, head to our YouTube Channel, https…

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The Roller Derby of Querying: How Author Elizabeth Holden Found Her Agent 51:14

1M ago51:14

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View our in-depth video of what Liz did right in her query letter and first page here: https://www.youtube.com/@manuscriptacademyMeet Elizabeth Holden, Physics professor, travel entrepreneur, and author of Mighty Millie Novak, a YA novel coming out from Flux Publishing in August. https://www.elizabeth-holden.com/Liz is also the travel coordinator f…

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Treniss Evans, Kelly J. Walker, & Matthew Rife 46:18

1M ago46:18

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Join Shemane along with a powerful lineup of guests, starting with her husband and Rock N’ Roll legend Ted Nugent discussing the importance of self-defense and our God-given right to keep & bear arms. Later, Treniss Evans shares updates on J6 political hostages and sheds light on injustices in the legal system, while Parental Rights Advocate Kelly …

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Finding Your Perfect Agent Fit with Agent Ismita Hussain and Author Jessica Guerrieri 46:38

1M ago46:38

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Please note: This episode contains mentions of alcoholism, recovery, and sobriety. We are so happy to welcome author Jessica Guerrieri and agent Ismita Hussain (Great Dog Literary) to the podcast. They're a great example of what to look for in an author-agent relationship--they're creative, collaborative, supportive, and successful (Jessica's debut…

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Faith & Freedom: John Schneider, Angie Wong, Jason Jones, & Sabin Howard 46:11

1M ago46:11

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We have an amazing show for you featuring actor, filmmaker and musician John Schneider with a powerful call to action for Americans and insights on preserving our national values. Political Columnist Angie Wong discusses concerns about anti-semitic takeovers and campus unrest, while producer, author, and activist Jason Jones updates us about the Ma…

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Tuesday, May 7, 8:30pm ET: Free Query Workshop With Agent Emmy Nordstrom Higdon 43:21

2M ago43:21

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We are so grateful to Emmy Nordstrom Higdon, agent at Westwood Creative Associates, who has offered to teach a free workshop for you all about the elements of querying—interest, emphasis, tension—that keep a busy agent reading in 2024. Get your free ticket (or replay ticket!) here: https://manuscriptacademy.com/emmyThe event is Tuesday, May 7, 8:30…

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Faith & Freedom: Donald Trump Jr., Ted Nugent, & Pastor Weston Martinez 46:26

2M ago46:26

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Donald Trump Jr. joins the show to discuss President Trump’s gag order, inflation, and the growing crisis in the Middle East. Next, my husband Ted Nugent highlights conservation efforts, the importance of defiance in American self-governance, and his upcoming gigs. And later, Pastor Weston Martinez sheds light on Biden's border crisis and the need …

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Writing Fantasy That Mirrors Our World With (Manuscript) Academy Award Winner Ali McLafferty 47:08

2M ago47:08

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We are thrilled to introduce Ali McLafferty, author, teacher, and most recent winner of the as-yet-untitled (Manuscript) Academy Awards. Ali was nominated by agent Melissa Edwards (Stonesong Literary) for this gorgeous fantasy novel that brings up a lot of issues in our world as well. We discuss how she polished her query, how many drafts she did o…

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Faith & Freedom: Mike Huckabee, David “Nino” Rodriguez, Christie Hutcherson, & Kathy DeGraw 45:36

2M ago45:36

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Prepare for a riveting show with former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee highlighting a disturbing story about a Little Rock home raided by ATF agents, followed by Heavyweight Boxing Champion David “Nino” Rodriguez shedding light on border security concerns and what it means for Americans. Geopolitical expert Christie Hutcherson joins to address the…

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Details, Focus and Visual Storytelling To Bring Any Genre To Life with Editor Melissa Warten Vogan 44:23

2M ago44:23

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We love this creativity-packed episode with Melissa Vogan (née Melissa Warten), former editor at Macmillan, current editor at Epic For Kids. We discuss: *“Just enough” art notes - and how they’re useful for every genre *How you can guide the focus of your reader through sensory language *How to get to the heart of your story *How to disagree with a…

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Faith & Freedom: Kimberly Guilfoyle, Ricky Schroder, Kerry Slaven, & Dr. Mark Sherwood 46:00

2M ago46:00

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Join me along with my amazing guests who are tackling challenges and offering hope – Kimberly Guilfoyle dives into the Democratic Party's strategies to harm America and President Trump's fight to protect the American Dream, while Golden Globe winner Ricky Schroder discusses his efforts to use Hollywood for good through the Reel American Heroes Foun…

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Faith & Freedom: Harrison Floyd, Matt Landman, Jenna Hays, & Patricia Silva 46:08

2M ago46:08

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Former Director of Black Voices for Trump Harrison Floyd joins the show to dissect the 2020 election's controversies and his initiative to support activists through the Statesman Project, while the founder of Spero Gear Matt Landman returns and discusses the ongoing battle against geoengineering and EMF radiation and the success of activists’ persi…

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Good, Better, Best, Agented! Julia Alexandra and Agent Ellen Goff on Plot, Character & World 47:54

2M ago47:54

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You may remember Julia Alexandra from our episode in the fall when we went over three query versions with her (good, better, best): Well, she now has an agent! Ellen Goff (HG Literary) joins us with Julia to discuss balancing plot, character, and world--if your fantasy novel will hold up without your fantasy elements, which we're now calling "The G…

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Faith & Freedom: Kash Patel, Kaya Jones, & Ted Nugent 46:09

3M ago46:09

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Kash Patel returns to Faith & Freedom to discuss President Trump's legal battles and the looming threat to our constitutional rights while Grammy Award winning artist Kaya Jones raises awareness on satanic practices in the entertainment industry. Later, my husband Ted Nugent highlights how the Red Flag laws infringe on the sacred right to bear arms…

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Learning Advanced Point of View, Romantic Tension & Betrayal From A New Body-Swapping Novel 51:29

3M ago51:29

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If you've ever had trouble with point of view in your work, wait until you hear the advanced logistical world author Nia Davenport had to navigate for her new novel, Out of Body, which she pitches as Freaky Friday meets Get Out. Not only does she have best friends, crushes, confused parents, and a villain on the loose--but she weaves it all into a …

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Pastor Anthony Thomas & Scott Kesterson 45:05

3M ago45:05

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We have a powerful show for you on this Faith & Freedom show with my husband Ted Nugent, Pastor Anthony Thomas, & Scott Kesterson of BardsFM – where we discuss Second Amendment rights, digital IDs, the Mark of the Beast & how you can be empowered in the fight for our freedom. [1:13] Shemane and Ted Nugent discuss President Biden's plan to reinstate…

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Success Stories: Aime Alley Card, Agent Leticia Gomez And One Olympic Team That Changed Everything 49:03

3M ago49:03

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Tennessee, 1960. One extraordinary team of women--and the first all-Black women’s track team--found glory at the Olympic games in Rome. Here in America, their success was "an impossible dream come true."Now, author Aime Alley Card tells us her personal connection to the team, how she did her astonishing amount of research, and how she found agent L…

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Faith & Freedom: Jonathan Gilliam, Pastor Lucas Miles, Dr. Jason Dean, & Alexis Wilkins 46:33

3M ago46:33

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We have an amazing show with our guests today – make sure to stick around to the end to hear my breaking news! Former Navy SEAL and FBI agent Jonathan Gilliam discusses the border crisis and President Biden's inaction, Pastor Lucas Miles discusses how society now views good as evil, and evil as good, Dr. Jason Dean discusses the motives behind Bill…

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Faith & Freedom: Royce White, Mark Lamb, Shane Winnings & Dr. Mark Sherwood 47:12

3M ago47:12

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Joining me today are movers & shakers in faith, former NBA player and MMA athlete Royce White joins to share why he is running for Senate in Minnesota, Sheriff Mark Lamb discusses how unsafe America has become with millions of illegal migrants invading our country, CEO of Promise Keepers Shane Winnings highlights how some churches are focused more …

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What Editors Look For: Fresh Takes On Familiar Stories with Harper Editor Sara Schonfeld 45:29

3M ago45:29

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Join our interactive Says/Does Activity + view transcript here: https://manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-members/sara-schonfeldWe discuss editing with love and patience, acquiring in the age of book bans (let's just say Florida doesn't get to choose what the rest of the country reads), how to make your book feel "fresh"--and why so many editors ask fo…

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Faith & Freedom: Laura Trump, Dr. Rick Tsai, John Rourke, & Mariah Gondeiro 46:02

4M ago46:02

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Joining me on this Faith and Freedom: Lara Trump with a big announcement! Dr. Rick Tsai, a chiropractor from East Palestine Ohio who is tired of the runaround from the government and is doing something about it. Veteran John Rourke is also tired -- of seeing what's happening at the border and he's cleaning up and rescuing dogs. And finally Mariah G…

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Research, Marketing & Successful Small Press Publishing with Author JB Harris 54:03

4M ago54:03

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Sometimes publishing your novel takes an unexpected route. In today's episode, Jessica and Julie speak with author JB Harris to discuss how she pivoted when agents told her the manuscript she'd been working on for 11 years would be hard to break out during COVID. We cover querying, finding the right small traditional publisher, and how to market yo…

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Leigh Allyn Baker, Jason Jones, and Matt Landman 46:02

4M ago46:02

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On this Faith and Freedom, my husband Ted Nugent shares insights from USO tours with Toby Keith, celebrating our hero warriors, & the sacrifices they made. Actress & Producer Leigh Allyn Baker talks the lack of moral integrity in Hollywood & her new children’s show with Kirk Cameron. President of the human rights education & relief organization, Ja…

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Faith & Freedom: Riley Gaines, Juan O’Savin, Sharleta Bassett, & Randal Reeder 45:56

4M ago45:56

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Don’t miss this Faith and Freedom episode! Former competitive swimmer Riley Gaines bravely shares her experience competing against a transgender swimmer and advocating for women's rights in sports. Juan O'Savin discusses foreign interference in the 2020 election and offers a message of hope for America, while Sharelta Bassett addresses California's…

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How To Build Romantic Tension In Any Genre with Author Lynn Painter 58:18

4M ago58:18

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We’ve never seen a romantic comedy like this one! Happily Never After breaks ALL* the rom com rules, while still maintaining tension, interest, narrative arcs, and everything you need in a satisfying read. Learn the rules our favorite way—by watching Lynn breaks them, succeed, and tell you how she did it. Whatever your genre, a romantic element add…

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Sarah Palin, & Ron Duguay 47:17

4M ago47:17

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Join Shemane and Ted for a very special Faith and Freedom show with Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, and former NHL hockey star Ron Duguay, as they discuss politics, faith, and freedom. Sarah shares her political journey, while Ron talks about the awakening of influencers and the importance of protecting freedom of speech. They also delve into t…

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Red And Green Flags When Querying Agents with Agent Emmy Nordstrom Higdon 1:13:28

4M ago1:13:28

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We are thrilled to welcome Emmy Nordstrom Higdon, agent at Westwood Creative Associates, to talk with us about the red and green flags when querying agents--how you can show (mostly) green flags, recognize agent red flags, and give yourself the best odds of a positive, productive working relationship. Learn more about Emmy and book a consultation h…

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Faith & Freedom: Monica Crowley, Michelle Efendi, Pastor Anthony Thomas, & Jason “The Storm” Nelson 43:43

5M ago43:43

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On this Faith & Freedom, former Assistant Secretary to the Treasury, Monica Crowley, joins us to discuss the upcoming 2024 election, and the deliberate destruction of America. Michelle Efendi shares her story of battling Boston vaccine mandates, highlighting the importance of personal choice and autonomy. Pastor Anthony Thomas of Naples Florida del…

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Writing Dialogue That Brings Complicated Characters To Life with Author Karen Outen 50:24

5M ago50:24

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Even our podcast editor describes author Karen Outen as "a breath of fresh air." After twenty years of work, her book, Dixon Descending, features two brothers with a seemingly impossible goal: To be the first Black American men to summit Everest. We discuss how Karen learned to write realistic dialogue that jumps off the page, her publishing journe…

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Faith & Freedom: Tom Havilland, Larry Taunton, Nelson McIlveen, & Keith Mark 46:09

5M ago46:09

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You don't want to miss this powerful episode where we discuss vaccine dangers with Data Analysis Tom Havilland and explore the World Economic Forum's agenda with award winning author Larry Taunton. Plus, SentryH2O CEO Nelson McIlveen shares insights on water safety, and Hunter Nation Founder Keith Mark talks about defending both hunters' and Americ…

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Personal, Political, Published: Finding Agents For Important, Sensitive Topics with Annie Cardi 1:05:07

5M ago1:05:07

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CONTENT WARNING: Mentions of abortion, grooming, assault.Annie Cardi's new book, Red, is a very modern take on The Scarlet Letter. Today, Annie joins Jessica and Julie to discuss the importance of tough topics in YA novels, how to create "quiet" books that pack a punch, and writing advice for new authors. Transcript here: https://manuscriptacademy.…

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Steve Hemphill, Nicole “Lady NoGrady”, Byron Donalds, & Jason Whitlock 45:39

5M ago45:39

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This Faith and Freedom show is all about spiritual warfare! We have my husbandTed Nugent, Pastor Steve Hemphill, and musician Nicole "Lady NoGrady". Plus, highlights from 2023 interviews and how you can start your wellness journey with Revolution Health. Don't miss it! [00:49] Ted Nugent returns! the importance of standing up for good over evil, pr…

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Building Character, Enhancing POV, and Principles of (E)motion with Author Sara Read 40:32

5M ago40:32

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A smart, poignant novel perfect for fans of Lessons in Chemistry“An incredible STEMinist read.”—The Honey PopTranscript, timestamps and video clips here: https://manuscriptacademy.com/podcast-sara-readJoin Julie and Jessica as they talk to the fabulous Sara Read, the author of the recent book Principles of (E)motion. Trust us when we say it'll make…

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Rejection Interpretation, Pivots & Annual Submission Strategy Workshop (January 23-25) 11:01

5M ago11:01

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Join our workshop here! https://manuscriptacademy.com/product/three-day-submission-strategy-workshopAre you a writer thinking about querying? Or have you already queried, and you're worried that a rejection you received means you should pivot, edit for months, or--worst of all--give up? This is for you. Listen in on how we'll interpret rejections, …

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Faith & Freedom: Heidi St. John, Spenser Bahr, Dr. Mark Sherwood, & Tresha Rodriguez 46:33

5M ago46:33

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In today’s show we have amazing guests Heidi St. John who shares her journey of equipping mothers through ministry and the importance of homeschooling, social media influencer Spenser Bahr raises questions about fear, vibration, and weather modification, Dr. Mark Sherwood discusses healthy eating habits, and why diets fail, while Trisha Rodriguez t…

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"Good Enough" Versus Fit: Executive Editor Erica Finkel On Improving Your Odds Of Yes 49:40

5M ago49:40

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We're thrilled to welcome Abrams editor Erica Finkel to the podcast to discuss editorial board meetings, the top reasons writers get rejected--and how "fit" means far more than you'd think. Book a meeting with Erica here: https://manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-members/erica-finkelErica Finkel (she/her) is an Executive Editor for Amulet Books and Abr…

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Faith & Freedom: Tom Homan, Michelle Mills, Steve Hanks, & 2023 Highlights 47:09

5M ago47:09

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For this episode, we welcome Former Acting Director for United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement Tom Homan to talk about our current national security concerns. Michelle Mills from Early Detection Imaging shares groundbreaking breast cancer screening tech. Actor Steve Hanks returns to discuss taking action in the battle of good vs. evil an…

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Faith & Freedom: Ted Nugent, Pastor Lucas Miles, Tina Griffin, & Renita Brannan 46:35

6M ago46:35

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Get ready to rock the new year as we say goodbye to 2023 with an incredible lineup! Rock 'n roll legend Ted Nugent talks music, 2023 highlights, and the importance of defending the Second Amendment. Pastor Lucas Miles offers insights on strengthening faith in the new year. Former Hollywood actress Tina Griffin discusses pop culture's impact and why…

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