Best Scott Dikkers Podcasts (2024)

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End of Season 6 0:33

1d ago0:33

0:33

Back with you on May 15th.By Danielle Krage

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From Ministry to Entrepreneurship (Honest Conversation about Healing and Faith) | Kary Oberbrunner | Igniting Souls 52:18

5h ago52:18

52:18

Today, I connected with Kary Oberbrunner, former pastor and now a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and the founder of Igniting Souls Publishing Company. In this episode, we do a deep dive into healing from spiritual and emotional scars, and finding your unconventional calling. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherpara…

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Creating Entertaining Business Content | Tony Whatley 55:38

6d ago55:38

55:38

Today, I connected with the founder of 365 Driven, Tony Whatley. As a successful entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, Tony is breaking the mold in content creation within his industry. Whether it's adding sketch comedy or documenting his journey to skateboarding after age 50, he is paving the way for what it looks like to make an impact a…

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John Derevlany: (Super Narrative - Storytelling Across Platforms) 42:28

1d ago42:28

42:28

Danielle Krage interviews writer, creator, and brand builder John Derevlany. John is an award-winning writer, animator, and showrunner who has written or produced hundreds of hours of TV (including for the Jim Henson Company and LEGO). John has also been a game designer, street artist, investigative journalist and played Crackers the Corporate Crim…

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Ken Pisani (Writing Comic Novels) 41:14

9d ago41:14

41:14

Danielle Krage interviews Ken Pisani. Ken is a screenwriter, TV writer and producer, playwright, comic book author, former cartoonist, and novelist. His novel, AMP’D, was a Thurber prize finalist, and in this episode he takes us behind the scenes of creating this comic work. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:18 The Concept of AMP’D 05:0…

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Overcoming BURNOUT and Finding the HEART of the Story | Documentary Filmmaker Carlos Andrés Cuervo 1:19:36

9d ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Today, I connected with Carlos Cuervo, a cinematographer, documentary filmmaker, and photojournalist. In this conversation, we dig into how to navigate burnout as creatives, how boundaries can help our creativity grow further, and how, despite not feeling like a leader, the fact that you’re effectively communicating your message may already make yo…

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Caleb Warren (What Makes Things Funny) 40:04

16d ago40:04

40:04

Danielle Krage interviews Caleb Warren, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Arizona. Caleb researches and writes about what makes things funny, what makes things cool, and what helps people reach their goals. In this conversation, Caleb shares some of his key findings about humour and how it works. 00:00 Introduction to Consumer P…

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Developing a Clear Vision for Your Creative Career with Hot Breath Comedian, Joel Byars 53:04

17d ago53:04

53:04

Today, I connected with Joel Byars, stand-up comedian and the founder and host of Hot Breath Comedy Network. In this conversation, we discussed navigating ambition as a creative and developing a clear vision for your career. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/26 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: How do you stay grounded while t…

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Eric Maisel (Fearless Creating for Comedy Writers) 41:38

23d ago41:38

41:38

Danielle Krage interviews Dr Eric Maisel. Eric is the author of more than 50 books - many focused on creativity and the creative life - including Fearless Creating, Deep Writing, The Power of Daily Practice and The Magic of Sleep Thinking. He also writes the ‘Rethinking Mental Health’ blog for Psychology Today and is a regular contributor to Mad in…

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4 Steps to Developing Your Best Ideas with the Founder of The Onion | Scott Dikkers 52:00

24d ago52:00

52:00

In this episode, I talk with Scott Dikkers, a comedy writer and the founder of The Onion, where he served as their owner and editor-in-chief for 30 years. Today, Scott shares his 4-step process for coming up with the BEST ideas, why feedback groups are the missing ingredient for most creatives, and why "being boring is good". ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES…

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Joanna Penn (Writing the Shadow) 38:49

30d ago38:49

38:49

Danielle Krage interviews Joanna Penn. Joanna is an award-nominated New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with more than 40 books across multiple genres – non-fiction and fiction (under J.F.Penn). Joanna is also a podcaster, international speaker, and award-winning creative entrepreneur. This conversation dives into Joanna’s recent book, …

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Creative Boredom, Ideation Process, and Throwing Caution to the Wind with 2x Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson 1:09:46

1M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

Today, I connected with two-time Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson to discuss how to develop our ideas and foster creativity, the process of bringing our ideas to life, the differences between big-scale productions and being a content creator, and why sometimes you should just throw caution to the wind (because playing it safe can get kinda borin…

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Rosie Wilby (Using humour to unpack challenging questions) 39:05

1M ago39:05

39:05

Danielle Krage interviews Rosie Wilby. Rosie is an award-winning comedian and creator of the global hit podcast and book The Breakup Monologues. She is also the author of ‘Is Monogamy Dead?’ and toured a trilogy of solo shows investigating the psychology of love. In this interview, Rosie shares insights for how we can use humour to unpack challengi…

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The Creative Process of Adam Rose 43:20

1M ago43:20

43:20

Today we are talking with content creator, actor, and writer Adam Rose (known for that lovely blue cardigan you see on the internet) to hear about his journey as an entertainer, his creative process, and why he believes creativity “requires speed”. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/23 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Blending…

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Ruth Leigh (Writing comic characters) 39:54

2M ago39:54

39:54

Danielle Krage interviews novelist Ruth Leigh. They focus on her delightful Isabella M Smugge series, and what it takes to create a comic character that you can develop and sustain across multiple books. Ruth is also the author of the Jane Austen-inspired book A Great Deal of Ingenuity, and The Little Book of Unexpected Poetry. Chapters 00:00 Intro…

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Burn the Ships, Change Your Environment, Be More Creative | J. Vladimir 41:31

1M ago41:31

41:31

To do something outside of the box in your life and career, you are going to have to take risks (shocker right?). Although we say we want “x” with our lives, are we taking the necessary steps to get there? Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with J. Vladimir, an innovative artist who blends the world of editorial fashion photography with modern p…

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Improve Your Service-Based Business with THIS | Dr. Michael Sonick 57:44

2M ago57:44

57:44

Learning how to truly connect with others is a skill set. If you are providing a service, you have to invest time in learning human psychology and developing your communication skills to adapt to a variety of people. Today, I connected with Dr. Michael Sonick, an internationally-known, highly-regarded authority in the field of Dental Implantology a…

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End of Season 5 (Back with you on March 6th) 0:24

2M ago0:24

0:24

Hey lovely listeners. That's the end of Season 5. I'll be back on March 6th with more fabulous Comedy Masterclass guests.By Danielle Krage

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How to be a Better Storyteller | Matthew Dicks | Author of Storyworthy 58:25

2M ago58:25

58:25

I read the book Storyworthy a couple of years ago, and it has been one of my “go-to” books on the art of storytelling. Today, I got to connect with its author, Matthew Dicks, who is an international bestselling author, columnist, playwright, teacher, and a beast in storytelling! In this conversation, we dig into how to deliver your message in a way…

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Scott Dikkers (How to Write Funny) 38:05

2M ago38:05

38:05

Danielle Krage interviews Scott Dikkers, founder of the renowned humour site, The Onion. Scott is a New York Times and Amazon best-selling humour author. He has won a Peabody Award, the Thurber Prize for American Humor and over 30 Webby awards. Plus, he has consulted for top entertainment companies like NBC, Comedy Central, and Pixar. Scott’s How t…

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How to Make Your Content WORK | Nicky Saunders 52:53

2M ago52:53

52:53

How do you stay focused on your mission, heart, and calling when you feel like you have to communicate it all in a world with an attention span of only 60 seconds? Today’s guest is a content strategist for some of your favorite speakers and influencers, and she has built her platform training and guiding other leaders on how to effectively use soci…

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Writing advice from my favourite ghost (Ray Bradbury) 26:57

2M ago26:57

26:57

In this episode, Danielle shares the writing advice of Ray Bradbury, a writer who has influenced her own writing process. She introduces Bradbury and his book 'Zen and the Art of Writing', highlighting his practical and joyful approach to writing. Danielle discusses two main practices recommended by Bradbury: the 52 Short Story Challenge and the Th…

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What Does It REALLY Take to Get in Shape? (Not What You Think) | Pernilla Stryker 51:47

2M ago51:47

51:47

Pernilla Stryker is a complete powerhouse. A fitness influencer and charismatic content creator with the best abs I have ever seen. Literally, how does she do it? Friends, it may not be what you think. I met her a few months ago and was super impressed with her energy and resolve to not only push herself outside of her comfort zone but also her ded…

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Julia McKenzie (Getting Audio Comedy Commissioned) 47:45

3M ago47:45

47:45

Julia McKenzie is the Commissioning Editor for Comedy and Entertainment at Radio 4, and prior to that was Creative Director of BBC Studios Audio for 7 years, specialising in comedy and entertainment production. In this conversation, Julia provides helpful insights for comedy writers who want to understand the audio landscape and find ways to get th…

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Staying Rooted in Faith (Even Through Your Doubt) | Elec Simon 42:54

3M ago42:54

42:54

For the past several years, I have seen today's guest perform at a conference and have just been blown away not only by his talent but also by his ability to connect with a crowd. His name is Elec Simon. If you have seen him perform once, there is no chance that you could forget him. With over 20 years of experience performing and wowing crowds of …

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Lynne Parker (Founder of Funny Women) 50:20

3M ago50:20

50:20

Danielle Krage interviews Lynne Parker, Founder and Chief Executive of Funny Women. She created the organisation over 20 years ago now and has made such a contribution to the comedy community, including producing the Funny Women Awards. In this conversation, Lynne shares invaluable advice for women building their careers and networks in comedy. Cha…

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Gaining TRACTION as an Artist and Building Your Music Career | Chad Lawson 58:19

3M ago58:19

58:19

What does it really take to get your creative work in front of more people and make a real living from your craft? Some say not to worry about the money, but how can you stay true to your art while still moving the ball forward? Today, I connected with Chad Lawson, an American pianist and composer, who found that sweet spot between the business sid…

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Fran Hill (Observational Humour) 43:13

3M ago43:13

43:13

Danielle Krage interviews author Fran Hill about ways to develop your observational humour skills as a writer. Fran is a former English teacher, and had a monthly satirical column about education in the Times Educational Supplement. She further shared her experiences in diary form in her memoir ‘Miss, What Does Incomprehensible Mean?' And she publi…

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Alter Egos, High Performance, and the MYTH of Authenticity | Todd Herman 57:37

3M ago57:37

57:37

Is being yourself truly 'enough'? What if there were multiple versions of you that you could access to perform at your best, depending on the situation? I recently shared a video on this topic and received some skepticism (fair pushback) regarding the idea of creating an 'Alter Ego'. In response, I reached out to Todd Herman, a performance coach an…

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Billy Mernit (The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen) 39:31

3M ago39:31

39:31

Danielle Krage interviews Billy Mernit - screenwriter, novelist and author of Writing The Romantic Comedy: The Art of Crafting Funny Love Stories for the Screen. Billy has served as a story analyst and script consultant at Universal Pictures, an instructor for the UCLA Extension Writers' Program, and has published some 20 romance novels under a fem…

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Is UNFORGIVENESS Affecting Your Success? | Amy Lacey 57:17

4M ago57:17

57:17

Is unforgiveness harming your business? Keeping you back from fulfilling your goals and ambitions? This is not an easy question, and one that would be easy to dismiss, but I challenge you to lean in and hear this story. Today, Amy Lacey, serial entrepreneur, joins us to talk about the impact of forgiveness on your mental health and success. Amy is …

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Winter Break 0:29

4M ago0:29

0:29

Back January 10th 2024 with more Comedy Masterclass guests.By Danielle Krage

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Able Heart: Recreating Yourself and Building NEW Dreams 50:52

4M ago50:52

50:52

Are you at a point in your life where you are questioning your purpose? Dealt with a blow to your dreams and plans – and you don’t even know what to do anymore? Today, I connected with Able Heart, Philadelphia based-singer, songwriter and producer, who shares with us how he managed to get back up after his Amateur US Olympic snowboarding career cam…

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Allora Dannon and Camille Le Baron (Christmas comedy recommendations) 40:21

4M ago40:21

40:21

In this episode writers Allora Dannon, Camille Le Baron and Danielle Krage share their Christmas comedy recommendations. They discuss TV series, films and books that capture the holiday spirit with a Christmas twist. Whether you love Christmas or not, there's something for everyone in these recommendations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and How They …

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Youtube Expert on Staying GROUNDED While Growing an Online Following | Sean Cannell 51:07

4M ago51:07

51:07

Every aspiring content creator loves tactics. Folks are desperately searching on how to go viral, build an online community, and keep people’s attention. But what if I told you that building an influence doesn’t lie in merely going viral, but by holding true to your values? Today, I spoke with Sean Cannell, the founder of Think Media, who is one of…

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How to Produce Better Content as a One-Man Show | George Sidiropoulos 46:49

4M ago46:49

46:49

If you are a one-man (or woman) show, trying to pull off running a business, creating content, etc., it's understandable that you may feel overwhelmed. What if there was a way to employ multiple 'selves' and operate effectively as a team... even if it's just you? Today, I connected with George Sidiropoulos, a former musician turned content creator …

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Chelsea Kania & Emily Chase from Female Pilot Club (practical advice for entering a comedy script call competition) 41:09

4M ago41:09

41:09

Danielle Krage interviews Chelsea Kania and Emily Chase from Female Pilot Club, and they discuss the benefits of entering writing competitions and the development opportunities they offer. From their work with Female Pilot Club’s comedy script call, they share practical tips for developing your pitch, engaging with the advice of industry judges, re…

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How to Captivate an Audience & Be More Confident | René Rodriguez 58:54

5M ago58:54

58:54

“The butterflies will never go away, but you can teach them to fly in formation.” - Rob Gilbert As a communicator do you struggle to feel like you belong in certain rooms? How do you show up and not have the pestering voice in the back of your head to prove something? Well, here’s a question for you: “What if feeling confident wasn’t the determinin…

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How to Create Boundaries after Religion | Travis Chappell 44:13

5M ago44:13

44:13

Leaving a strong religious background and diving into the world of entrepreneurship can feel both confusing and oddly familiar at the same time. A few years ago, I came across a man who has built a career around helping entrepreneurs grow their network and connect with influential people. His business successes are impressive, but when I heard his …

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Chris Head (How to structure your 30 min comedy or comedy-drama script) 55:01

5M ago55:01

55:01

Danielle Krage interviews comedy director, coach and mentor, Chris Head. This episode is a deep dive into how to structure your 30 min comedy or comedy-drama script. Then Chris and Danielle play with using the structure to brainstorm a new show. Tactics covered include: Breaking down the 3 main beats that shape your story. Ways to keep your protago…

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Improve Your Short Form Video by Doing This | Brendan Kane 37:47

5M ago37:47

37:47

How in the WORLD do you tell good stories on social media when folks have an attention span of like 2 seconds? If there is one person to learn from, my friends, I promise, it is Brendan Kane. Brendan is the founder of Hook Point and has been a digital marketing leader since 2005. He has guided major brands and celebrities, pioneered the first YouTu…

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Learn More While You Read by Doing This | Nick Hutchison 30:47

5M ago30:47

30:47

Ever feel overwhelmed after reading a book? You learn a ton of new, helpful information but are not sure where to begin when it comes to applying everything you just learned. Maybe you struggle with reading books altogether, even though you know you “should.” Today, I connected with Nick Hutchison, author of 'Rise of the Reader' and founder of Book…

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Johnny Smith (writing screenplays for animation) 45:38

5M ago45:38

45:38

Danielle Krage interviews Johnny Smith, animation and live-action screenwriter and script consultant. His work spans books, TV and film, including Dragon Rider, and co-writer for The Queen’s Corgi, and Gnomeo and Juliet. This conversation includes: Creating rules for your world, using setting, and telling the story visually. Considerations for writ…

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Makin’ BANGERS on Social Media | Whiskey Biz 31:13

5M ago31:13

31:13

Are you just…built differently? Leaning into those small quirks and mustering up the courage to show all of who you are is what this world is waiting for. Today, I connected with Whiskey Biz, an unconventional entrepreneur and creator. I found him on TikTok and am not sure I have ever seen someone seem to have as much fun making content as his guy.…

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Jane Lovering and Jeevani Charika (How to Write Romantic Comedy) 38:39

5M ago38:39

38:39

Danielle Krage interviews writers Jane Lovering and Jeevani Charika. They are shortlisted and award-winning romantic novelists in their individual careers, and together they wrote How to Write a Romantic Comedy. This conversation includes: Having pen names and marketing your funny books. Juxtaposition and the unexpected in comedy. Tropes, heroines …

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How to Integrate Media and Mental Health | Shira Lazar 48:30

5M ago48:30

48:30

Shira Lazar is an Emmy-nominated host and interviewer covering social media, emerging tech, and the future of well-being. I had her on the show today to talk about her unconventional career and to provide insights for us as communicators on how to navigate rooms we may find intimidating, and to create with courage. We also discussed how she is inte…

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Rob Bell on Writing, Creativity, and Spaceships 56:41

5M ago56:41

56:41

Rob Bell has spent his entire life communicating to the masses, from pastoring one of America’s fastest-growing churches to writing fourteen books and plays which have been translated into 25 languages. If you know him, you know he has a GIFT for taking a deep message and delivering it in a unique and creative way. But this next version of Rob Bell…

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Dave Cohen (The Complete Comedy Writer) 41:11

5M ago41:11

41:11

Danielle Krage interviews Dave Cohen - Broadcaster, BBC TV writer, BAFTA winner for his Horrible Histories songs, and novelist (Stand Up, Barry Goldman, and soon to be released, Barry Goldman: The Wilderness Years). Dave is the author of The Complete Comedy Writer: Make your Sitcom, Stand-Up, Screenplay, Sketches and Stories 62% funnier. He brings …

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How to Tell Better Stories | Pixar’s Matthew Luhn 44:12

5M ago44:12

44:12

Matthew Luhn has over 25 years of experience in creating stories and characters, with story credits including the Toy Story films, Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Cars, Monsters University, Ratatouille, UP, and many more. In this conversation, Matthew shares insights on developing the right story structure and themes to deeply resonate with audiences …

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Why Do Things Get Harder Before They Get Easier? | Adeyemi Adeyosoye 31:41

6M ago31:41

31:41

Struggling to find your place in this world? Are you grappling with life while trying to find your calling? Is it possible that your greatest gifts come from your greatest obstacles? Today, I had the pleasure of connecting with Adeyemi Adeyosoye, the 'Energy Man' and Founder of The Soul School. In this conversation, we talk about the hidden gifts i…

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