If you are looking to buy or sell a home, get all the information and the latest updates, tips, and tricks from The Burks Team- your professional Tyler and Longview Real Estate Agents.
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Exploring the hostels, towns, and experiences that elevate a long-distance hike on the Appalachian Trail into a Platinum Experience
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Hey there! Welcome to Author Elevate, where we celebrate books, equip authors, and promote brain-happy creative living. Resources and help: https://wwwauthorelevate.com/ Let's connect: https://www.instagram.com/authorelevate
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More joy, less fear, and no end to the evidence that a bright future is possible. Hosted by Dr. Lynda Ulrich, co-founder of the Goodness Exchange, each episode we help you make sense of the world by introducing you to people tackling some of the world’s most difficult problems and show you why they still think the future is bright. Find more good news at the Goodness Exchange, a media outlet helping you cut through today’s negative noise, saving your time and sanity with instant access to po ...
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The Better Relationships: Better Work webcast explores how to make work better through the power of relationships. In each episode, Jason and his guest explore what they can learn from the guest’s most impactful relationships about what it takes to build strong, healthy relationships. The webcast will help you make work better by being a better leader. Plus, will help you improve all the important relationships in your life.
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'Is Your Job a Good Fit?' with Seth Godin (Summer Series 4.1)
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Seth Godin, a globally renowned social entrepreneur, has the keys to finding work that not only pays the bills, but also brings profound personal satisfaction and fulfillment. With his signature blend of wisdom and story-telling, he explains how to align your career with your passions and values, and to create opportunities that lead to your dream …
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Why Patience and Priorities are the Key to Better Relationships with Dawn Burke
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Relationships can’t be rushed. It takes time, commitment, and patience to cultivate great relationships at work and beyond. In this episode, Jason and guest, Dawn Burke, explore what it means to prioritize your relationships with others. Dawn also shares a great story of how taking in a feral cat taught her that sometimes you just have to be patien…
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184. Can You Be Overly Optimistic? Finding Balance in Big Ideas with Kris Brown
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In the quiet corners of Vermont, amidst the soothing hum of nature, there's an almost impossibly deep and velvety voice that resonates with wisdom and authenticity: Meet Kris Brown, a voiceover expert whose path to success has been anything but ordinary. His journey is marked by struggles (like incarceration and homelessness), redemption (through i…
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How Honesty and Transparency Build Stronger Relationships with Bob Norman
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“Lead with curiosity sounds like 'Help me understand if I'm observing it correctly or if there's something that I missed.'" - Bob Norman *** A key to maintaining positive, healthy relationships is addressing frustrations and issues early and openly. In this episode, Jason and his guest, Bob Norman, delve into the intricacies of positive intent and …
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This episode we're chatting with Alex Shvartsman about what is our AI future, human crafted storytelling, the Generative AI use backlash, disclaimers for generated text, human vs AI authorship, practical or functional goals of LLMs, changing themes in science fiction, a diversity of international perspectives and more...…
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183. Where’s Your Fish From? The Future of Sustainable Seafood with Jennifer Bushman
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Jennifer Bushman is a leading expert in elevating ingeniously sustainable “water farming.” Aquaculture now has the potential to provide abundant seafood, as well as foods from freshwater sources, all over the world. Get ready to be delighted—and hungry—as you learn about this consumer shift that you’ll surely be anxious to participate in. Chapters …
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Top Tips for Writing Short Stories That Help Sell Series with H.L. Burke
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Struggling to write short stories? Or maybe you just want some fresh writing inspiration?We’ve got you covered with great tips on how to intuitively write short stories that connect with larger series.My special guest H.L. Burke (author of many books, winner of awards, adorer of cats) shares her top tips on writing short stories!Includes epic conve…
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How to Reclaim Your Creativity & Overcome Burnout with K. Michele Moseley
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What if you have the contract, you do the promotion, you put on your best marketing hat - and then things fizzle anyway? Or worse, your publishing house closes?My guest K. Michele Moseley has been through all of this and more, and she shares her wisdom on recovering from burnout and reclaiming creative joy in this episode.Includes epic conversation…
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182. Mythbusting Travel: Goodness in Iraq with Doug Barnard
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In the realm of travel, there are individuals who are not just adventurers, but also champions of breaking stereotypes and fostering connections with others. Doug Barnard is one of those individuals. He is a seasoned YouTuber with over 500,000 followers, as well as a guide who takes travelers on wondrous journeys to places maligned in mass media, l…
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The Power of Psychological Safety in Relationships with John Baldino
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We’ve all heard that psychological safety is important, but you may not know why or how to create it with others. In this episode, Jason is joined by John Baldino, who shares practical insights into psychological safety from both his personal relationships and his extensive experience in human resources consulting. In particular, we explore the imp…
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181. An Astronaut’s View: Flourishing on Spaceship Earth Together with Nicole Stott
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Astronaut Nicole Stott isn't your average adventurer; she's one of the few individuals who have had the privilege of leaving Earth and venturing into the vast unknown of outer space, experiencing the wonder of living and working aboard both a space shuttle and the ISS. With over 100 days spent in space, Nicole has gained a unique perspective on our…
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180. Transforming Stressful Spaces with Nature Photography with Ernesto Rodriguez
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Ernesto Rodriguez is using a lifetime of experiences bridging art, science, and nature to create healing environments, and he can teach us how to combine our own unique life experiences to create real impact in remarkable ways. During this interview, you may see a path for yourself appear: one that allows you to live with joyous energy to the very …
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179. Save the Sloths and You Save Everything Else with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe
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Dr. Rebecca Cliffe is the founder of one of the world’s largest organizations for the conservation of the endearing, always-smiling sloth. Sloths aren’t just the latest trendy, adorable animal: Dr. Cliffe is here to inform us that they are worth every moment of constant attention and adoration, and to help us understand how we can assist this remar…
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Knowing When It's Time To Move On with Jamie Griffin
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"I think we just have to know how to respect each other and be in relationship with each other and value each other with reciprocal amounts of care, meaning one's not better than the other. We both have gifts to offer." - Jamie Griffin *** How do you know when a relationship has run it’s course? Jason digs into this question and more with his guest…
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178. Looking to Nature to Solve Complex Problems with Katie Losey
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Did you know that many of the design and engineering problems we face today have already been solved through millions of years of evolution, by nature itself? Katie Losey, a science writer, is passionately advocating for the use of biomimicry—the study and application of nature’s hidden genius—in modern problem-solving. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Wel…
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"Embrace the Suck" when things get messy with Amber Rios Flores
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“Building those relationships will sometimes smooth over things like that, where it allows you the space to send a more direct email or communication.” - Amber Rios Flores *** In this episode, a conversation with Amber Rios Flores highlights the importance of authenticity and prioritizing relationship building to achieve success at work. We also ex…
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87. Good tech with Eleanor Drage and Kerry McInerney
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This episode we're chatting with Eleanor and Kerry on what is good technology and is it even possible? Technology is political, watering down regulation, the magic of AI, the value of human creativity, how Feminism, Aboriginal, mixed race studies can help AI development? The performative nature tech and more...…
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177. Why Optimism Is Your Greatest Survival Skill with Bill Burke
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Bill Burke is the former CEO of The Weather Channel, and former President of the TBS Superstation. His long life at the highest echelons of media leadership has made him a master at choosing his own perspective, and he considers optimism to be one of our greatest superpowers. In this episode, he shares his insights about how it’s possible to harnes…
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Embracing Unconditional Love in the Workplace with Trish Steed
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“Everyone deserves to feel lovable.” - Trish Steed *** In this episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, we reveal how removing judgment and extending unconditional love can revolutionize both personal connections and workplace interactions. Guest Trish Steed shares what her relationship with her daughter has taught her about cultivating deep r…
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176. Finding Common Ground, No Matter How Far Apart We Stand with Kyle Dodson
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Kyle Dodson is a master when it comes to building bridges that know no bounds within communities. He can turn almost any negative notion on its side, inspect it from a fresh angle, and transform it into a source of positive ripple effects—and in that rare talent, he shows us how to invite others into a place of possibility. Chapters 00:00 - Intro &…
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Leading with Love as a Manager with Joshua Berry
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"Work is love made visible. And if I insert that definition of love that I mentioned before, work is active concern for the care and growth of another made visible." - Joshua Berry *** In this episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, we talk about love and the important role it plays in leading at work with author, Joshua Berry. We also explor…
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This is a bonus episode looking back over answers to our question: What is AI?By Ben Byford and guests
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175. Here’s Your Permission Slip to Embrace Your Individuality with Abby Wren & Wade Holland
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Our guests today, Abby Wren and Wade Holland, are pushing back the edges of what’s “acceptable” and thereby opening up a whole new landscape for people who’d like to celebrate their uniqueness more. If your inner light is being dimmed (even a little) by the pressure to fit in or some life circumstance feels like a limitation, you will love this epi…
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Commitment, Presence, and the Art of Repair with Makeda Andrews
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"I expanded and grew so much as a result of that 60 minutes every single week, even though he was really busy. He could have done other things, but he chose to be there with me. He chose to really be present. And as a result, I'm where I am today." - Mak Andrews *** Discover the transformative power of authentic relationships in both personal and p…
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174. Healing the Planet by Transforming Sand Back to Soil with Rodger Savory
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In our rush to solve problems, we often overlook simple logic that holds the key to enormous progress. When it comes to turning the desert wastelands of our planet (that human activity created) back into their once lush, productive forests and grasslands, Ecologist Roger Savory has one of those transformational observations that the world could be …
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Mastering Communication for Healthier Work Relationships with O'Brien McMahon
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"And what I've come to realize is value can be described in a number of different ways, and it's just a matter of what's valuable to the other person." - O’Brien McMahon *** In this compelling episode of "Better Relationships, Better Work," we explore the intricacies of communication in both personal and professional realms with guest, O’Brien McMa…
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173. Want Work that Feels Expansive? Find Your Noble Intention with Jill Donahue
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Our guest today, Jill Donahue, has a story that is a shining example of how it is possible to respond to tragedy in a positive way that opens a life of purpose for us. Jill’s personal experience with the downside of the Pharmaceutical industry inspired in her an unwavering commitment to better patient outcomes. To that end, she’s become a sought-af…
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Cultivating Mentorship and Building Long-Term Relationships with Rebecca Ryan
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"It's not the job of a leader to have the answers. It's the job of a leader to have the questions." -Rebecca Ryan *** In this episode, we delve into the value of mentorship and investing in long-term relationships with guest, Rebecca Ryan. In this insightful conversation, Rebecca shares what she's learned through two profound and lasting relationsh…
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172. Mexico’s Whales are Winning as Everyday Heroes Work Together with Katherina Audley
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Katherina Audley is a National Geographic Explorer and whale researcher who has found a way to build community and restore the natural world in unique ways. She has helped a small village in Mexico come together to support the rare ecosystems that surround them, building a prosperous future for everyone—and their community’s decisions are affecting…
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Faith-Based Sword & Sorcery, Body Horror with Romance, and Creative Life Balance with Rebecca P. Minor
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Can faith-based sword and sorcery books, body horror romance, gifted illustrator, successful CEO of Realm Makers, and chronic conditions all go together? Yup, if you’re the amazing Rebecca P. Minor, who I have the honor of interviewing in this latest podcast episode! We dive into world building from a Christian worldview, exploring new genres, bala…
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From Motherhood to Management: Jess Von Bank Talks Trust, Safety, and Boundaries
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"I think you have to know a person well enough to know what's important to them and what's valuable to them and be willing to honor and respect that." - Jess Von Bank *** Discover the intricate balance of boundaries and trust in both parenting and professional environments with our latest conversation with Jess Von Bank. Delve into how better relat…
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171. As You Rise, Raise Others with You with Keneiloe Molopyane
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Do you remember your childhood dreams, when you aimed to be something audacious? When she was a child watching cartoons, Dr. Keneiloe Molopyane declared that she would one day be the first South African, black, female archeologist—and now she is! Her story can inspire us in many directions. Not only is she working in the famous Cradle of Humankind,…
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Better Relationships: Better Work Series Introduction
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The Better Relationships: Better Work webcast explores how to make work better through the power of relationships. In each episode, Jason and his guest explore what they can learn from the guest’s most impactful relationships about what it takes to build strong, healthy relationships. The webcast will help you make work better by being a better lea…
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170. We Don’t Need Religion to Count Our Blessings with Pierre Pradervand
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I’ve often questioned whether I would interview an author who has written yet another book in the “Spirituality” genre—that is, until I met Pierre Pradervand, an 86-year-old author of 23 books. Pierre still puts in 14-hour days to help people find love and kindness outside the chaos of the world’s spiritual “influencers,” and he compares going to t…
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85. New forms of story telling with Guy Gadney
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This episode we're chatting with Guy Gadney on new forms of story telling, placing people inside a story, natural language in games, LLM hype, data used in LLMs, copyright infringment, the destructive ideology of innovation, an unprecedented redistribution of wealth away from the cultural industries and more...…
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169. Neurodivergent Relationships Are a Gift with Mariah and Byron Edgington
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Do you love someone or work with someone (or maybe it’s you) who just doesn't feel like they fit in? It turns out that as many as 20% of us are “neurodivergent,” meaning that our brain pathways do not function like everyone else’s. Our guests, Mariah and Byron Edgington, are on a mission to help us see the missed potential and the joy that we can s…
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168. When Cookies Talk: How to Overcome Your Sweet Tooth with Dr. Andrea Grayson
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If the cookies, crackers, soda, or candy are speaking to you seductively when you walk through the checkout line, there is a reason for that. Turns out that mood swings, headaches, brain fog, depression, and exhaustion are also related to that irresistible tug, and it all comes down to the way sugar is hijacking our future, often hourly, every sing…
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167. Applying an Indigenous Mindset: A Trip Through the Daily News with Connor Ryan PART 2
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There is an amazing brand of young “influencers” who are diving, whole-heartedly, into their unique opportunity to make the world a better place, and today we are fortunate to have one of them as our guest. Connor Ryan, who was named one of the “20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry” by Outside Magazine, is a proud Lakota tribe member …
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Author Life | Final Podcast Episode (Sort of) and Future Plans
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It’s a new year–and a new start with new goals for Author Elevate! Which includes some moves to new places and new angles (let’s see how often I can fit “new” into these show notes, haha). In this episode I dive into my most recent experience with streamlining my process, including analyzing habits, trying to be everywhere, and dealing with chronic…
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166. Unlearning Modern Expectations with an Indigenous Mindset with Connor Ryan PART 1
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📺 Watch this episode on YouTube Proud Hunkpapa Lakota and passionate skier—in 2022 named one of the “20 Most Influential People in the Outdoor Industry” by Outside Magazine—Connor was born and raised in the homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute peoples, who have become some of his biggest inspirations and closest relatives, at the foot of the…
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165. Nurture Your Positive Worldview and Watch It Change Everything with Liesl Ulrich-Verderber
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Suppose that in 2024 you found there was one simple thing that could improve by just 1% each day, which would allow you to make leaps in personal progress, it would be foolish not to consider it. Right? Well, this episode will help you to find that one thing that affects almost everything else. Today, we talk to social innovator, journalist, and CE…
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84. Review of 2023 with Karin Rudolph
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For our in-person episode on 2023 with Karin Rudolph we chat about the Future of Life Institute letter, existential risk of AI, TESCREAL, Geoffrey Hinton’s resignation from Google, the AI Safety Summit, EU AI act and legislating AI, neural rights and more...By Ben Byford with Karin Rudolph
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164. Time Slipping By? Make Choices That Give You the Best Stories with John K. Coyle
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📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube! You know how it can sometimes feel like time is relentlessly speeding by? Well it turns out, we can control that feeling, and even slow things down to the “savoring pace,” if we learn a little about how our brains work. John K. Coyle is an expert in how we perceive time, and his insights can help us live far ric…
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163. Liberate Yourself From the Scale: A Refreshing Take on Body Positivity with Ronald Young Jr.
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Ronald Young Jr. is an emerging voice in the body positive movement, and he’s leading us to new places on this old topic. His insights on common sense and honesty are like piano wire stretched tight between two important pins, and his boundless good humor is a hammer striking an incredibly beautiful note of wisdom for us all to carry forward. If yo…
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162. Shifting the Climate Change Narrative: Fearful, or Full of Possibility? with Anne Therese Gennari
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“Climate Optimism.” Now those are two words you don’t see together very often! In this episode, Anne Therese Gennari (mercifully) gives us a fresh perspective on how we can carry our concern about climate change. In her new book, The Climate Optimist’s Handbook, she moves our mental chatter from the gloom of anxiety and guilt, to the thrill of poss…
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Author Life | 2024 Author Predictions & Your Q&A
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Want exclusive, secret sauce questions for identifying your ideal readers? What about incorporating theme into your story? How about bumping up your series read-through? Janeen Ippolito tackles all of this and more in this info-packed episode of the Author Elevate Podcast, where she answers a pile of your questions. Plus, she dares to make some pre…
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Episode #11 - The Pause & Platinum-Blazing 2.0
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Platinum-Blazing 2.0 - The Pause This week RTK discusses the progress of the podcast and the need to take a break – to pause the podcast for a few weeks so a new and improved and better organized podcast and continue in the future. MERRY CHRISTMAS RTK send his Christmas greetings, including this song by the Goo Goo Dolls as a message for these craz…
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161. If Disaster Strikes, This Knowledge-Sharing App is Here to Help with Meena Palaniappan
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Here’s something that rarely happens on the internet: a celebration of how technology can be used to amplify social connection, instead of amplifying social division. Yes, THIS interview is a celebration of a leap in human potential. Meena Palaniappan is the founder of a technology/communication platform—Atma Connect—that has reached 12 million peo…
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Writing | 3 Ways to Save Time When Writing a First Draft
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Have loads of story ideas? Want to get at least a few of them written? Then you’ll need to get solid with writing first drafts! In this episode of the Author Elevate Podcast Janeen tackles three essentials for saving time when writing the first draft of your story. Plus, how to handle writing around busy holiday seasons.…
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83. Avoidable misery with Adam Braus
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This episode we're chatting with Adam Braus about natural stupidity, natural intelligence, misericordianism and avoidable misery, the drowning child thought experiment, natural state of morality, Donald Trump bot, Asimov’s rules, human instincts, the positive outcomes of AI and more...By Ben Byford with Adam Braus
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