Best Keep Going Kat Podcasts (2024)

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💡KimBoo York on Discovery Writing 47:34

34m ago47:34

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 220 / KimBoo York joins us to share how to embrace flexibility and spontaneity in your writing process through discovery writing. Whether you thrive on outlining or prefer a more free-flowing approach, there are different techniques to suit your writing style. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to g…

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Martha Carr on Embracing Change and Starting Over 53:24

18m ago53:24

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 219 / Martha Carr is a journalist who now writes escapist fiction in the urban fantasy genre with a lot of magic, some action and adventure, and a little romance. Martha shares about beating health challenges, changing her business model, and dealing with the ups and downs of publishing. We also talk about leaving re…

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Reimagining our Bus Network 36:26

25m ago36:26

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On this episode of Spilling the T, we speak with Justin Antos, the Sr. Director of Bus Transformation at the MBTA. Justin explains how bus fits into the transit landscape in greater Boston, and how the Bus Network Redesign project is improving and expanding the bus system across the region. Justin digs into the intricacies of how and why we’re chan…

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Julie Duffy on Writing Short Stories and Flash Fiction 55:13

6d ago55:13

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 218 / Julie Duffy has long been involved in the publishing industry, but she found herself not actually writing fiction due to the demands of school and work. This realization led her to challenge herself with a "story a day" project in order to get back to writing and creating fictional stories. Julia joins us to ta…

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Eps 1 - Balanced Life 9:07

1d ago9:07

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Welcome to Balanced Life! Kat & Nia introduce this series in their own unique, and fun way. These two Libras make knowkn their love and light they have in store to share for this series. The pair share their excitement for the series and drive to be a living resource, using this platform.By Antonia Barbee and Kat Tucker

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Celeste Barclay: Binge Writing and the Power of Universal Themes in Pulling Readers to New Genres 58:23

5d ago58:23

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 217 / Writing under two pen names, Celeste Barclay has penned over 50 books in historical and mafia romance. She shares insights on the writing process, the challenges of juggling multiple book brands, the importance of flexibility, and why universal themes resonate across genres. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcas…

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Abigail Keam: Writing Historical Mystery, Payhip Direct Sales, and Merchandise for Readers 43:55

12d ago43:55

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 216 / Mystery author Abigail Keam shares how she embraced the digital landscape and incorporated direct sales into her business model. From historical accuracy to adapting to technology, she shares her lessons-learned. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode. ht…

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💸 How to Save and When to Splurge in your Author Business 47:22

19d ago47:22

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 215 / When it comes to your author business, a bargain sometimes costs money in the long run, but other times it pays to splurge instead of scrimp. Join us as we discuss tips for saving money as well as when we’re willing to pay more. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a fu…

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Cultivating Culture at the MBTA with COO Ryan Coholan 41:53

1M ago41:53

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On this episode, Chief Operating Officer Ryan Coholan joins us to discuss his unique approach to leading Operations at the MBTA. Ryan’s life has been steeped in transit for as long as he can remember. Ryan brings hands-on experience to his role as the COO of the MBTA, and his passion for transit inspires his dedication towards supporting and better…

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How to Find Your Author Brand 53:55

1M ago53:55

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 214 / How do you pull in readers who will love your books and push away those readers who won’t enjoy your book? Branding. Branding is more than colors, fonts, and covers. Join us for an in-depth discussion on how to determine your brand and carry it through in everything from your voice to ad copy to covers. And you…

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🔒 Character Archetypes 31:45

1M ago31:45

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. The sage. The rebel. The everyman. These are a few character archetypes that resonate with readers. We discuss fifteen character archetypes, their common characteristics, strengths, weaknesses, and their desires along with examples in popular culture. We also discuss the difference between an archetyp…

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Constructing a Compelling Series: Sara Rosett on the Indy Author Podcast (Reair) 50:13

1M ago50:13

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 213 / We’re sharing an interview Sara did with Matty Dalrymple on the Indy Author Podcast last year. Sara and Matty go deep on the topic of how to structure a series so that it works for your writing style and your genre. 💜 🎙 Become a supporter of the podcast! We can’t wait to give you a shoutout in a future episode.…

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Three Ways To Eat Healthier | Quick Tip Tuesday 12:23

2M ago12:23

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Today is Quick Tip Tuesday. Kat covers simple ways to eat healthier that don’t require you sacrificing your quality of life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepgoingkat/message

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Author Sustainability and Kickstarter with Claire Taylor 1:13:14

1M ago1:13:14

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 212 / Claire Taylor, humor and mystery author and Enneagram expert, shares how authors can use the Enneagram to create a resilient approach to the often chaotic writer lifestyle. We also discuss Claire’s successful track record on Kickstarter, and she tells us what she wishes she knew about using the crowdfunding pla…

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Financial Freedom, Direct Sales, and Author Nation with Joe Solari 1:06:49

2M ago1:06:49

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 211 / How do you live your best life through your writing career? We talk with Joe Solari about how to achieve author goals and how various business models, including direct sales and subscriptions, play into reaching those goals. We also discuss Author Nation, the largest indie author conference, and tips on how to …

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Deciphering Diversions with Kat Benesh 45:54

2M ago45:54

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On this episode, Chief of Operations Planning, Scheduling & Strategy, Kat Benesh, joins us to discuss all things Diversion. If you’ve ever wondered why we divert service, why diversions are the length that they are, why we don’t do this work overnight or on weekends, or when these diversions will end, this is the episode for you. Kat will answer al…

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⏳ M.K. Williams: “Packing your Patience," YouTube Success, and Writing Across Genres 57:11

2M ago57:11

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 210 / M.K. Williams writes suspenseful literary fiction and helps aspiring authors. M.K. shares how she writes and markets books across different genres, using Payhip for direct sales, the drawback of a surprise launch, and why delusion is sometimes a good thing. 🌀 Why M.K. has specific goals for each book Why M.K. r…

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Get out of the Yo-Yo Cycle | Quick Tip Tuesday 15:39

2M ago15:39

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On this episode, Katt provides some quick tips to avoid binge eating and how to get off of the yo-yo diet cycle. On this episode, we discuss why restrictions make it harder to say on track and what you should do instead. Http://keepgoingkat.com/snatched --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepgoingkat/message…

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Melanie Harlow: Lessons Learned on the Way to Becoming a One-Click Author 1:10:22

2M ago1:10:22

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 209 / How do you get to the point that your readers “one-click” the buy button for your books? Join us as we chat with small town romance author Melanie Harlow. Melanie shares what she learned about giving readers what they want—and what that has to do with spaghetti versus cake. 🎂 Knowing how to market the book befo…

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I witnessed a miracle | Why I’m not in the “body positive” community. 24:11

3M ago24:11

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In this podcast episode, Kat delves into her family's heart disease history, recounting a miraculous event from her teenage years. She shares her evolving perspective on the body positivity movement and sheds light on the leading cause of death for women worldwide.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepgoingkat/mes…

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Margaret Lashley on Creating Your Own Genre and Being True To Yourself 59:25

2M ago59:25

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 208 / Want to write something a little bit different? How do you appeal to readers in one of the main genres, but also forge your own path? Margaret Lashley joins us to share how she created a subgenre of wacky, humor-filled mysteries that appeal to cozy readers as well as women’s fiction readers. How Margaret’s back…

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Financing the Future with MBTA CAO David Panagore 28:19

3M ago28:19

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On this episode of Spilling the T, we welcome Chief Administrative Officer, David Panagore to the show. David gives us the insider scoop on all things budget. We talk about how the MBTA is funded, how the Governor plans to support the MBTA, the impending financial cliff and much, much more. Reach out with questions, comments and show suggestions at…

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Emma St. Clair on Building Fandom and Writing Closed Door Romantic Comedies 1:14:00

3M ago1:14:00

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 207 / Do you want to create a loyal readership interested in you, not just your genre? Do you want to up the romantic tension in your books? Rom-com author Emma St. Clair shares tips on these topics, plus much more: The minefield of romance terms used to describe heat level and tone Weighing the cost of taking a brea…

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Leslye Penelope on Worldbuilding, Being a Hybrid Author, and Selling Signed Books Using Payhip 42:39

3M ago42:39

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 206 / Leslye Penelope, author of fantasy and paranormal romance, joins us and shares how she builds rich story worlds. How the worldbuilding can connect to plot, character, theme, and conflict Using Payhip to sell signed paperbacks Leslye’s course on Worldbuilding How Leslye went from indie publishing to being a hybr…

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🔒 Supporter Chat with Ines Johnson: How to Avoid the Saggy Middle 🦥 38:16

3M ago38:16

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. How do you structure your novel so the middle is as page-turning as the beginning and the end? How do you write a strong heroine? What are content buckets and how can they help with your newsletter? We dive into these topics with the wonderful Ines Johnson, who joins us to answer your questions! Ines …

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Ozempic under fire | Dangers of the celebrity famous weight loss drug 19:31

3M ago19:31

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On this episode, Kat discusses the popular weight loss, drug, semi glue tide, also known as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. The drug has now been linked to suicidal ideation, cancer, thyroid issues, and gastroparesis. Ozempic has now been slapped with several class action lawsuits because of the dangerous side effects. I give my take on why I think …

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The Power of Owning Your Reader’s Experience with Matt Briel from Lulu 48:25

3M ago48:25

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 205 / This episode is all about harnessing the power of direct connection with your readers. Matt Briel from Lulu discusses the value of direct sales as we move away from a distribution-first publishing model. Importance of owning customer data Why you should start building your direct audience even if you only have …

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What's in Store for 2024? with MBTA General Manager Phil Eng 20:37

4M ago20:37

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In this episode of Spilling the T, we welcome back MBTA General Manager and CEO, Philip Eng, to look forward at what's in store for the MBTA for 2024. GM Eng shares his playbook for addressing the forthcoming challenges facing the MBTA in the new year, and looks back at the challenges and victories of his first full year leading the MBTA.Reach out …

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Get the First Draft Written and Mental Health for Writers with Erin P.T. Canning 53:07

3M ago53:07

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 204 / Having trouble getting words on the page? Erin P.T. Canning has strategies to help! We delve into how to let go of perfectionism and give yourself permission to write a “bad” first draft. Erin also shares how writing helped her with depression. Why it’s important to look backward as well plan for the future Mak…

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154. Wedded Bliss! A 30th anniversary gift: Stravinsky, Dumbarton Oaks 8:08

4M ago8:08

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A cool and funky wedding anniversary present - a 15 minute classic from the most famous composer alive, Stravinsky's Dumbarton Oaks is stylish, sophisticated and hugely enjoyable! Listening time 23 mins (podcast 8', music 15') Music here, played by the Ensemble InterContemporain conducted by Pierre Boulez, on Youtube, Spotify, and (links to the 1st…

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🔒 Supporter Episode:🪝Hooky Openings 32:39

3M ago32:39

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. Opening lines, where to start the book, and prologues How do you start your book in a way that hooks readers? In this month’s suporter-only episode, we look at compelling beginnings. We cover the heavy lifting that the open line does, where to start your book, and (controversy!) prologues. Famous firs…

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✅ Why Branding and Quality are More Important Than Ever with Clayton Noblit of Written Word Media 55:53

3M ago55:53

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 203 / Do you want to simplify marketing? Do you want to take your branding up a notch? Do you want to know the trends in writing and publishing? Clayton Noblit of Written Word Media has answers about these topics and also shares tips on where to start with branding and common mistakes new authors often make. https://…

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🌟 My Favorite Trope (Part 2) 36:47

4M ago36:47

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 202 / It’s part two of our trope series–very appropriate for episode #202! What’s your favorite trope? We asked a range of authors this question, and we’re here to share the answers. We unpack the benefits of writing tropes, why we love specific tropes, and where to find the favorite examples of the specific trope in…

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153. Ecstasy, beauty, and ripping the universe open: Messiaen, Vingt regards sur l’enfant Jésus - with Rolf Hind 37:29

4M ago37:29

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Pianist Rolf Hind introduces one of the epics of piano music. A heady mix of virtuoso composing and devout faith, Olivier Messiaen's 20 reflections on the infant Jesus, Vingt regards sur l'infant Jésus, brings us a two-hour deep dive of awesome power and beautiful stillness. Listening time 38 mins (plus music 2hrs 8') Music here on Youtube, played …

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Increase Productivity with Intentional Planning with S.L. Hansen 49:32

4M ago49:32

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 201 / Mystery author S. L. Hansen shares how she hacked her writing process. She figured out how to fit writing in with her full-time job and also learned how to work with her Clifton Strengths to draft her books faster. Stephanie shares so many great tips that you can personalize to fit your writing personality. We …

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🥳 200 Episodes! What We Learned + Trends that will Impact Authors in 2024 📈 42:28

4M ago42:28

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 200 / We’re celebrating 200 episodes with a look back (what we learned in 2023) and a look forward to 2024 (trends that matter to authors). We’re so happy to have such a warm community around the podcast! Thanks for listening and supporting us during the last four years. Here’s to the next 200 episodes! 🥂 💜 🎙 Become …

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Starting over sucks | Tips for getting started with your fitness journey 23:08

5M ago23:08

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In this episode, Kat discusses why starting over sucks so much and how to get past that feeling. listen in and get actionable tips to start or restart your fitness journey. This episode serves up, tough love along with some amazing insight on transformations. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepgoingkat/message…

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German Translation Tips plus Insight to the German Market with Julia Stirling 52:57

5M ago52:57

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 199 / Julia Stirling is a German romance author of over twenty books. She shares tips for when to go into translation, German covers, and connecting with German readers. Julia also has some fantastic ideas on newsletter bonus content and a unique book giveaway that brings her new readers and also creates bonds betwee…

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Writing with Neurodiversity and Including Neurodiverse Characters with Claire Kohler 46:09

5M ago46:09

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 198 / Claire Kohler writes Scottish fantasy romance and is also an editor, tutor, and neurodiversity advocate. Claire shares how her autism and ADHD can be both a positive and a negative in her writing career and encourages neurodivergent writers to pursue their goals. We also talk about slowing down, the power of wr…

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Tara Cremin on Thinking Globally and Kobo Plus Subscriptions 44:40

5M ago44:40

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 197/ Tara Cremin is the Director of Kobo Writing Life and has great tips for how to go wide, how to reach readers globally, and how Kobo Plus, their non-exclusive subscription platform, helps authors reach new readers. We also talk about common mistakes Tara sees authors make as well as library distribution and cover…

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Championing the Cause with Jarred Johnson from TransitMatters 33:45

6M ago33:45

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What is a transit advocate? How does TransitMatters collaborate with the T to help make transit better for riders? What will the T look like as we move into the future? In this episode of Inside the T, we answer all of these questions and more in our conversation with Jarred Johnson from TransitMatters.…

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Helen Scheuerer on Launching a Series: Timing, Street Teams, Mindset, and Managing Expectations 55:08

5M ago55:08

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 196 / Bestselling fantasy author, Helen Scheuerer joins us to discuss the many ways to launch a series and how to craft your launch strategy so that it meshes with your personality, goals, and schedule. We dig into ARCS, preorders, mindset, dealing with disappointing launches, and common mistakes authors make when la…

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🔒 🐠 Supporter Episode! Trope Breakdown: Fish out of Water 36:42

6M ago36:42

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a Text Message. In this supporter-only episode, Jami and Sara discuss one of the most popular tropes, Fish out of Water. They "dive" (see what we did there?) into why the trope is popular across all genres, the plot elements of the Fish out of Water trope, and how several different Fish out of Water subtypes can be l…

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2023 Recap - Pulling back the curtain 28:31

6M ago28:31

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In this episode Kat discusses what has been going on over the last year. Kat opens up about her sobriety journey, dedicating her life to Christ, and how she feels going into 2024. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/keepgoingkat/message

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My Favorite Trope (Part 1) 38:26

6M ago38:26

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 195 / What’s your favorite trope? We asked a range of authors this question, and we’re here to share the answers as well as unpack the benefits of writing tropes, why we love specific tropes, and where to find the best examples of the specific trope in books, movies, and television. Tropes discussed: found family, en…

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How to Write Realistic and Entertaining Law Enforcement Characters with Patrick O'Donnell 54:14

6M ago54:14

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 194 / Patrick O’Donnell is a retired Milwaukee Police Department sergeant with a 25-year career as well as an author and podcaster. He shares common mistakes he sees in characterization and police procedure in genre fiction. We discuss how to go beyond overused tropes and how to get the details of investigations righ…

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Planning for the Unexpected with Deirdre Habershaw 42:49

6M ago42:49

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Have you ever wondered how we schedule trains and buses and ferries and trollies all across the T? On this episode of Spilling the T, we chat with Deirdre Habershaw about schedules and service delivery at the MBTA and share the behind-the-scenes look at how we tailor our service to get riders where they need to go.…

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Kat Addams on Why You’re Not Stuck 45:04

6M ago45:04

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 193 / Kat Addams is an author of contemporary romantic comedies and women empowerment non-fiction titles. She shares how her career path looks different than she expected, but after learning she didn’t have to stay stuck in a toxic relationship or stay in a genre lane, she’s now where she’s supposed to be. We discuss…

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Selling to Readers on Your Website with Natalie Knight 43:35

6M ago43:35

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 192 / Dark romance author Natlie Knight joins us to share how she sells to readers first on her website and uses the retail platforms for discovery. We also talk about the importance of highlighting back catalogue books, why you should start your newsletter early, and how Natalie uses branded merchandise to promote h…

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✨ From Small Press to Indie Publishing with Tudor Historical Fiction Author Karen Heenan 46:53

6M ago46:53

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 191 / Historical fiction author Karen Heenan shares how her writing career started with a Tweet that drew the attention of a publisher, and how she eventually transitioned from working with a small press to indie publishing. We also talk about focusing on building a backlist, validation, and learning to filter out ad…

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