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EP 31 - "On Writing and Life" | Cleyvis Natera | Award-Winning Author of Neruda on the Park & The Grand Paloma Resort (2025)Cleyvis Natera is an award-winning author whose work spans fiction, essays, and cultural criticism. Her debut novel, Neruda on the Park, was a New York Times Editor's Choice, selected by Malala Yousafzai for her book club, and won a Silver Medal for Best First Book of Fiction from the International Latino Book Awards in 2023. The book was also featured by TIME, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and more. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, TIME, and The Rumpus. She's received fellowships from PEN America,Bread Loaf, the Vermont Studio Center, and was recently named a Fulbright Associate. She teaches creative writing at Barnard College and Montclair State University, where she's helping launch a new bilingual MFA program. Her second novel, The Grand Paloma Resort, was just published by Ballantine Books.

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to 5-Minute Parenting: Tips to Help you Raise Competent and God-Confident Kids! In this episode, we have return guest Kayla Green talking about an important topic of how to help children walk through grief.  Kayla shares encouragement and wisdom based on her personal experience and short story, Edge of Sea Glass, that relates to this topic, speaking openly about the pain of losing her dad when she was a new mom. Kayla uses her testimony to encourage others, and in this episode speaks specifically to parents, helping them help their children work through their grief in a healthy way. Listen in as she shares about her experience and helpful strategies for dealing with grief along with her favorite Bible verses and song. Three C's When Dealing with Grief: Choose what's best for your family (routines that work best for you); Communication (express your feelings, needs, boundaries, and memories with others); Connection (reach out to friends, family, and support groups to avoid isolation). Revelation 21:4 "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”Revelation 5:12  "In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”Casting Crowns Song - "Scars in Heaven." BIO: Kayla Green is an award-winning author and poet who writes to remind others—and herself—that light always prevails over darkness. Kayla's Christian faith greatly shapes her worldview, which in turn shapes her writing. She's a wife, mom, and avid reader, who enjoys spending time with family and signing loudly and off-key with KLove Radio. Learn more and connect with Kayla at theunicornwriter.com and on Instagram @theunicornwriter93Website/Blog: https://theunicornwriter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunicornwriter93 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunicornwriter Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/kayla-e-green Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer!

Learn more about Michael Wenderoth, Executive Coach: www.changwenderoth.comEvery meeting you lead is also a reputation event—and a leadership audition: people leave judging not only the meeting, but you. This episode of 97% Effective takes aim at the mother of all time sinks at work: meetings. Host Michael Wenderoth speaks with Chris Fenning about his latest book, Effective Meetings: Great Results, Less Pain, Every Time. They cover the practical essentials — how to open a meeting, keep it on track, and manage people who derail it — but also the issues most leaders avoid: the silent reputational hit you take when you run a bad meeting, why AI can summarize meetings but cannot fix the human judgment behind them, and when the best meeting is no meeting at all. If people quietly complain about meetings in your company — or, let's be honest, the ones you run — this episode will give you practical ways to make them sharper, shorter, and more useful.SHOW NOTESMichael and Chris demoTPO in real time (Topic-Purpose-Output)The forgotten second step: checking that everyone is aligned The real reason he wrote his latest bookWhy meetings were the next workplace problem Chris had to tackleThe hidden “meeting tax”: how bad meetings drain time, money, attention, morale, and credibilityCalculating the tangible dollar cost of a bad meetingCalculating the intangible cost -- to your reputation – from running a bad meetingCompanies have spending controls, but no controls over calling people into meetings that don't produce anythingThe shocking MIT stats: online shopping, mobile games, and proof that many people shouldn't be in the meeting at allBefore the meeting: Keys to preparationThe single biggest impact you can makeWhy AI can take notes and see patterns– but cannot decide why your meeting existsWhy Chris thinks agendas are not the “quick fix” solution to improving your meetingsDon't schedule a meeting unless you can first answer three pointsHow everything – who you invite, how you invite them and how you run the meeting -- all starts with TPO (Topic-Purpose-Output)Three questions to ask to determine if you even need a meetingPreparation is valuable – and doesn't have to be a time suck During the meeting: How to keep it from going off the railsTop tip about running a virtual meetingWays to improve how you show up on camera onlineManaging the person who disrupts and derails your meetingWhat to do when a meeting feels good, but it is not advancingHow to cut someone off without becoming the office Darth Vader Practical gems“Finding your sweet spot” – the healthy middle ground between Micromanager and Lord of ChaosTop tip on making meetings better if you don't lead themThe 97% Effective way to nudge a bad meeting leader: leave Chris's book on their deskThe next exciting project for Chris BIO AND LINKSChris Fenning helps professionals master their communication at work. Whether it is helping experts talk to non-experts, teams talk to executives, or simply being able to start a message clearly. Chris's practical methods are used in organisations like Google, JP Morgan, and NATO, and have appeared in the Harvard Business Review. He is also the author of four award-winning books on communication and training that have sold more than 100,000 copies worldwide. Find out how Chris can help you at www.chrisfenning.com Connect with ChrisWebsite: https://chrisfenning.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-fenning/His book, Effective Meetings: https://mybook.to/effective-meetingsHis Online courses: https://chris-fenning.thinkific.com/ Organizations, People and Resources ReferencedMIT findings--To meet or not to meet: https://tinyurl.com/p8kmev7eChris on 97% Effective discussing his blockbuster book (100,000 copies sold), The First Minute: https://tinyurl.com/2934nc7fChris on 97% Effective: How to Write Effective Emails: https://tinyurl.com/yw3uxbfhFlowtrace: https://www.flowtrace.coHow to Read the Room When You're Not in the Room: https://changwenderoth.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/zoom-lives-how-to-read-the-room-when-youre-not-in-the-room-ie-insights.pdfVinh Giang, referenced by Chris for his demo on virtual camera framing: https://www.vinhgiang.com More from 97% EffectiveMichael's Award-winning Book: Get Promoted: What You're Really Missing at Work That's Holding You Back: https://tinyurl.com/453txk74Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@97PercentEffectiveAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Philippa Werry is back with a new novel - Degrees of Happy. 

Learn more about Howard at:  https://howardlanger.com/ Show notes:  Show Notes    ⚖️ [02:22] Reading biographies of famous lawyers as a child

Dive into an insightful conversation with Rajesh Talwar, award-winning author of Bollywood, Hollywood and the Future of World Cinema. In this engaging episode of TBCY, Rajesh Talwar shares his journey from a passionate storyteller and academic to a United Nations veteran, revealing how his experiences have shaped his unique perspective on global cinema.Explore the dynamic world of Bollywood and its evolving place on the international stage, the influence of regional Indian cinema, the impact of technology and AI, and the critical findings of the Justice Hema Committee report on the Indian film industry.What inspired Rajesh Talwar to write about the future of world cinemaHow Indian stars are celebrated globallyThe importance of professionalisation and reforms in BollywoodHow regional cinema is redefining Indian filmmakingWhether Indian cinema can truly rival Hollywood

Patrick Gale is one of the UK's most celebrated novelists — and a storyteller whose life has been every bit as fascinating as his work. From early days in a Notting Hill bedsit to life in a crumbling French château, Patrick Gale has lived a rich and unconventional life — working as a singing waiter, typist and ghost-writer before establishing himself as a leading literary voice. By the late 1980s, Patrick had published his first novels and made the move to Cornwall — a place that continues to inspire his writing to this day. His work includes multiple acclaimed books and the Emmy Award-winning screenplay for Man in an Orange Shirt, a powerful exploration of LGBTQ+ lives across generations. In this captivating conversation on The Jack Murley Sports Show, we talk about: Patrick's lifelong love of reading and writing Breaking into the literary world Life in London during the HIV/AIDS epidemic The evolution of LGBTQ+ rights and representation Finding home and inspiration in Cornwall Insightful, reflective and full of warmth, this is a brilliant conversation with one of the UK's most important LGBTQ+ voices in literature.   WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST? @trevilley WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley jack@jackmurley.com   #PatrickGale #LGBTQLiterature #QueerStories #LGBTQHistory #ManInAnOrangeShirt #AuthorLife #WritingCommunity #BritishWriters #CornwallLife

The Writers Advice Podcast is bought to you by Booksprout. Booksprout is my go-to platform to share my stories with readers to engage with reviewers before they are launched with the rest of the world. Head to booksprout to increase your online reviews today!This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by author:On this episode Amanda and I talk about:- Her journey to writing- How she creates her ideas- Creating a compelling premise- Planning and refining your story- Staying committed to the work- and all of her advice for up and coming writers⁠⁠⁠Get your copy of the Limited-Edition WRITERS JOURNAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN THE WRITERS ADVICE FACEBOOK GROUP⁠⁠⁠Join us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠@writersadvicepodcast⁠⁠⁠Contact Me:Website: oliviahillier.comInstagram:⁠⁠⁠ @oliviahillierauthor⁠⁠

When you have pain, like others, have you had to wait weeks to see a doctor, and then are told to take medications and possible surgeries with no relief. Instead do you want to fix the source of your pain? Rick Olderman is an expert in understanding the pain patterns causing chronic pain; and will help you actually FIX it. He explains all of this and more in his new book, “Pain Patterns”, which was just  awarded the 2025 National Indie Excellence Award in Alternative Medicine! Let's go through it. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e2QhYTRnFjk Subscribe, Listen to this episode by searching  to your favorite podcast app, “Crooked Spine Show” Watch past episodes on our YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL59D-oy3Ai9fIzpOo6Gx4pCat6gsr0j8D Here are my questions for this award winning author and Physical Therapist: -For my new podcast members, tell us Rick how you went from physical therapist, business owner, teacher and then author of 9+ books? -Explain how facia is different than muscle or ligaments. Pg 19-21. 1. How does it connect to the nervous system? Emotions? 2. What are the common locations where it can be a problem? -Explain how muscle tension, posture defects, affects our nervous system—then leads to chronic pain? -Rick briefly summarize the causes and fixes of the 3 Pillars of Chronic Pain (chapters 6-8): 1. Extension 2. Flexion 3. Side Bending -Why is thigh muscles and bones mobility important in reducing chronic pain Chapter 9-10)? 1. How do test it, and the fix? -Also what is the importance of one's butt muscles in fixing the pain patterns (chapter 11)? 1. The test and fix please? -In Chapter 14 you link neck pain and headaches to muscle imbalances in the shoulder blade. Explain please? -Lastly, walk us through a recent case where you used your system to help fix chronic pain? -Anything I missed you wanted to tell us about your book? -Your take away: Who is this book for? Get the book: Pain Patterns: Why You Are in Pain and How to Stop It https://amzn.to/49CUvQh Watch the first interview introducing this book: https://youtu.be/4w3hB74NrSs Connect with Rick Olderman and checkout his other books that cover the spine, shoulder, foot/ankle, knee and hip. https://rickolderman.com/ https://rickolderman.com/holistic-pain-relief-book/ And Rick's social media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXNyv2iwhBZkXFzZXpjXBAA https://www.facebook.com/FixingYouMethod/  

“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” – Unknown Grief is a topic that we need more and more insight and understanding, and my guest, Thomas Attig, will bring depth to this conversation. He comes to us today highly credentialed and has been honored with several distinguished awards for his contributions to the study of grief, bereavement, and applied philosophy. The wake of our loved one's last breath washes over our world. We can easily lose our bearings in swirling winds of change and in a fog of suffering, separation, and aloneness. The color and vitality go out of things, places, events, activities, and experiences.  Those closest to us can seem distant. It can feel as if chaos has broken out, even as we resent the larger world going on as if nothing has happened. Thomas Attig is the author of The Heart of Grief: Death and the Search for Lasting Love and How We Grieve: Relearning the World.  His new collection, SEEKING WISDOM IN DEATH'S SHADOWS: Collected Writings on How We Grieve, distills a lifetime of listening, reflection, and teaching into understanding and guidance for mourners, caregivers, and counselors. Oxford is offering a 30% discount on the purchase of Seeking Wisdom in Death's Shadows. Information Below!   Connect with Thomas: Website - https://griefsheart.com/   Here is how to secure the 30% discount: Steps for ordering Seeking Wisdom in Death's Shadows by Thomas Attig 1. Search for the title at the Oxford University Press website - global.oup.com 2. Enter the title and press "go to cart" to begin ordering a copy 3. Enter the promotion code  - AUFLY30 - to secure the 30% discount   CONNECT WITH DEBI Website – https://www.debironca.com Instagram - @debironca Email – info@debironca.com Free Group Coaching - https://debi.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/group-coaching YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DebiRoncaOfficial Amy Throw | Stylist & Image CoachI style women in clothes they love & build opportunities they believe in https://www.cabionline.com/?pws=styledwithsoul   Check out my online course! Your Story's Changing, Finding Purpose in Life's Transitionshttps://course.sequoiatransitioncoaching.com/8-week-program The Family Letter by Debi Ronca – International Best Sellerhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SSJFXBD Free Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/debironca/free-clarity-call

Award-winning author Heather Frese discusses the magic of North Carolina's coastline, her inspiring memories of Hatteras Island, and how her deeply personal characters were brought to life. A message from our sponsor, Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community in Asheville: Your Next Chapter Beings Here Whether you prefer to spend your days in a kayak, on a mountaintop or simply enjoying the view, Asheville is the place of dream retirements. Your exciting new adventure is calling — and the answer is here at Deerfield. Each month, New York Times best-selling author Wiley Cash handpicks contemporary books by fellow North Carolinian authors (and those writing books set in the state), encouraging listeners to read along and get to know the writers behind the stories. Wiley reviews each book in both the print and digital versions of Our State Magazine - producing one episode per month! Contact Our State Book Club: podcast@ourstate.com https://www.ourstate.com/topics/arts-culture/book-review/book-club/

Backyard Gardening for Birds with guest Laura Erickson, Award-Winning Author, 100 Plants to Feed the Birds Native birds require native habitat, and the Spring season arrives with many opportunities to shop locally for native plant species that will support birds, pollinators and other important insect life... but how does one decide where to look and what to plant? Birding expert Laura Erickson combines indepth research with her own unique manner of storytelling to answer these questions. Erickson has received many national, state, local, and organization awards for her conservation and education work, as well as for her writing. She has written thirteen books about birds and was a columnist and contributing editor for BirdWatching magazine. She is the recipient of the American Horticultural Society's Book Award (in 2023) for 100 Plants to Feed the Birds. Since 1986 Erickson has been producing the long-running “For the Birds” radio program, played on many public and community radio stations. Her website provides access to her books, articles, photos and podcasts, as well as her bird search app. She has been a scientist, teacher, writer, licensed wildlife rehabilitator, blogger, public speaker, photographer, Science Editor at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and contributor to the popular Journey North educational website. This podcast will inspire both birders and gardeners. INFORMATION RESOURCES Read Wendy's Substack Article, Counting Robins - https://storywalkerwendy.substack.com/p/counting-robins-and-eco-art-materials Explore 110 Ways to Help Birds - https://www.lauraerickson.com/ways-to-help/ Order 100 Plants to Feed the Birds - https://www.lauraerickson.com/book/100-plants-feed-birds/ Find Laura Erickson's Books and Articles - https://www.lauraerickson.com/writing/ Listen to the “For the Birds” Podcasts - https://www.lauraerickson.com/radio/ Subscribe to Laura Erickson's blog on Substack - https://lauraerickson.substack.com/ Search for Birds - https://www.lauraerickson.com/birds/ Learn more about the Story Walking Radio Hour at https://storywalking.com Reach Out to Wendy with Comments and Queries - email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or text 401 529-6830. Subscribe to Story Walking - https://storywalking.com/the-listening-grove/ Follow Story Walking on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/StoryWalkingRadioHour/ or instagram - https://www.instagram.com/storywalkerwendy/   RELATED EPISODES Bird Building Collision Monitoring: Migratory Bird Conservation - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/bird-building-collision-monitoring/ Nature as Teacher: Stories and Reflections from Nature Journaling - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/nature-as-teacher/ Nature-Inspired Creative Expression - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/nature-inspired-creative-expression/ Subscribe to Wendy's substack to receive notifications of new podcast and product releases -https://storywalkerwendy.substack.com/ Purchase Wendy's book, The Angel Heart - https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Heart-Wendy-Nadherny-Fachon/dp/1967270279/ref=sr_1_1 Read about DIPG: Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption by Dean Fachon begin to uncover the truth about cancer - https://dipgbook.com/ Learn more at https://netwalkri.com email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or call 401 529-6830. Connect with Wendy to order copies of Fiddlesticks, The Angel Heart or Storywalker Wild Plant Magic Cards. Subscribe to Wendy's blog Writing with Wendy at www.wendyfachon.blog. Join Wendy on facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/StoryWalkingRadio

When Helen Whybrow isn't herding her flock of Icelandic sheep or in the paddock with a ewe that's giving birth to lambs, she can be found writing. This week, this shepherd was awarded Vermont's highest literary prize.Whybrow received the 2025 Vermont Book Award for creative nonfiction for her memoir, “The Salt Stones: Seasons of a Shepherd's Life.” The book has also been long-listed for the National Book Award and named a Best Book of 2025 by The New Yorker.“The Salt Stones” tells the story of tending sheep on a 200-acre farm that she and her husband, Peter Forbes, began restoring after acquiring it a quarter-century ago. Whybrow lyrically weaves a tale about the rhythms of life on the farm and how the lessons that she has learned there have informed every aspect of her life. The time span of the book juxtaposes one season of a sheep's life with 20 years of Whybrow's life, during which she gets married, has a daughter and cares for a mother with dementia.For Whybrow, farming has enabled her to fulfill her desire for belonging, which she says has preoccupied her for much of her life.“I've wrestled all my life with this tension between wanting to be a nomad and wanting to deeply root in a place,” she told me. “What I've come to understand here at Knoll Farm is that the more you participate in your place and your life, the deeper your sense of belonging becomes. It's not something you just step into that was ready made and you have to keep searching until you find it. It's something that you actually create by doing it on your own.”Whybrow grew up on a small farm in Plainfield, New Hampshire, the daughter of a physician and a social worker. She left home to attend Amherst College and travel the world, and landed back in New England to pursue a career as an editor for W.W. Norton, Orion Magazine and Milkweed Editions, the nonprofit independent press that published “The Salt Stones.” She is the author of two other books and editor of several anthologies and has been a visiting professor at Middlebury College. She and her husband run Knoll Farm in Fayston, an organic farm and home to purebred Icelandic sheep, and also a retreat center for social and environmental justice.Whybrow concedes that farming is “a blessing and a curse,” with many farmers struggling to survive and Knoll Farm itself constantly scrapping to make ends meet. But she said, “There's also something incredibly beautiful and rich about staying in one place. And like Richard Nelson says in one of my favorite books, ‘The Island Within,' ‘There's more to be learned from climbing the same mountain 1000 times than 1000 different mountains.'”Whybrow's life as a shepherd helped her deal with the grief of losing her mother. “When you're a sheep farmer, you lose a lot of animals,” she said. It helped her see death “as just part of the cycle and part of the seasonal turn.”“Having gone through that for so many years helped me let go of my mom and realize she's still there. She's kind of everywhere.”Whybrow concludes “The Salt Stones” by musing, “You don't have to become a sheep farmer to cultivate shepherd's mind, which is about finding a way to listen, to tend, and to immerse in the living world.”

This week on Let Fear Bounce, I'm joined by multi-award-winning author S. E. Tschritter, whose work explores grief, loss, and the journey toward hope and healing.With over 20 years of leadership experience and contributions to more than 40 books, Sam writes with honesty, heart, and a touch of humor.Now living in South Carolina with her family, Sam also finds inspiration in her garden—where many of her stories begin. Nothing refreshes her soul like gardening, where she works through plot holes, writer's block, character development, and book ideas.She spends a great deal of time gardening.Learn more at: https://loveunedited.com or Linktr.ee/LoveSamEvanswww.kimlenglingauthor.com#LetFearBounce #SETschritter #AuthorInterview #GriefHealing #HopeAfterLoss #HealingJourney #InspirationalPodcast #MotivationalPodcast #Resilience #GardeningLife #WritingCommunity #HopeAndHealing #PodcastLife #WomenAuthors #PersonalGrowth

"Energy is not one of those silos. Energy is the foundation. You cannot fix any of those challenges at scale if you haven't fixed the energy beneath them."Are you interested in why energy is the foundation of our challenges and opportunities? What do you think about thinking in 7 generations? How can we honour the past and innovate for the future?Interview with AJ Perkins, founder, clean energy strategist and award winning author. We will talk about his vision for the future of cities, islands as signals of the future, sustainability – resilience – antifragility connections, the empty chairs, and many more. AJ Perkins is a clean energy strategist, moderator, and award-winning author who helps communities and institutions move from clean energy discussions to real, defensible decisions. With over 20 years of experience across Hawai‘i, the Pacific, and the U.S. mainland, he specializes in energy, resilience, microgrids, and hydrogen projects that prioritize affordability, safety, and community trust. AJ is the author of CLEAR Decisions for Clean Power and founder of H2 Matchmaker.Find out more about AJ through these links:⁠AJ Perkin⁠s on LinkedIn⁠H2 Matchmaker⁠ websiteConnecting episodes you might be interested in:⁠No.349R - Superabundant Energy What will we do with it?⁠⁠No.350 - Panel conversation about the urban energy matrix⁠⁠No.410 - Interview with Casey Handmer about the need for abundant energy⁠No.425R - The Energy FoundationWhat was the most interesting part for you? What questions did arise for you? Let me know on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WTF4Cities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wtf4cities.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website where the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shownotes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are also available.I hope this was an interesting episode for you and thanks for tuning in.Episode generated with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ assistance (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠affiliate link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠).Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lesfm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

“We don't get curious about ourselves and go, oh, that's interesting. Why do I do that? Why do I have this belief? Why do I have this pattern or this behavior? And I think when we start questioning that, and we start questioning that lens, like a whole different world opens up.” – Bridget Budd Today's featured author is a wife, trauma-informed storyteller, board-certified health coach, former corporate overachiever, speaker, and Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Bridget Budd. Bridget and I had a fun on a bun chat about her first book, “Behind The Mirror”, how writing fiction became a powerful healing tool, confronting deep-seated beliefs, and more!Key Things You'll Learn:What inspired Bridget to leave her corporate career and eventually publish her 1st novelHow the mind creates distorted beliefsHow writing became a healing process for her and why she chose fiction to explore her experiences and emotional DNAWhat helped Bridget shed the "Not Good Enough" LensThe benefit of pursuing an intense yoga certification. Even if you don't plan to teach yoga. Bridget's Site: https://bridgetbudd.com/Bridget's Book: https://a.co/d/00YWUicKThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…497 – The Financial Mindset Fix with Joyce Marter (@Joyce_Marter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-497-the-financial-mindset-fix-with-joyce-marter-joyce_marter/284 – Choose You with Meagan Fettes (@MeaganFettes): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/284-choose-you-with-meagan-fettes-meaganfettes/339.5 – From Limited to Limitless with Adri Kyser (@AdriKyserYoga): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-3395-from-limited-to-limitless-with-adri-kyser-adrikyseryoga/260 – Metamorphosis with L. Farrah Furtado (@LisaAnneFurtado): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/260-metamorphosis-with-l-farrah-furtado-lisaannefurtado/940 – From Cheers to Chaos with Katie B. Happyy (@katiebhappyy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-940-from-cheers-to-chaos-with-katie-b-happyy-katiebhappyy/1054 – Reframe Adversity and Turn Your Triggers Into Growth with Thais Gibson (@ThaisGibsonPDS): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1054-reframe-adversity-and-turn-your-triggers-into-growth-with-thais-gibson-thaisgibsonpds/919 – Spellbound No More with Judy Koons (@JudyKoons): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-919-spellbound-no-more-with-judy-koons-judykoons/1042 – From Messy Breakdown to Magical Breakthrough with Becca Eve Young: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1042-from-messy-breakdown-to-magical-breakthrough-with-becca-eve-young/1047 – Like a Wave We Break with Jane Marie Chen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1047-like-a-wave-we-break-with-jane-marie-chen/962 – How Confusion Can Lead To Peace, Personal Growth, and Self-discovery with Giovanna Silvestre (@ConfusedGirlLA): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-962-how-confusion-can-lead-to-peace-personal-growth-and-self-discovery-with-giovanna-silvest/1035 – From Composition Notebooks to Bestselling Books with Kelli Kassoff (@kellikassoff): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1035-from-composition-notebooks-to-bestselling-books-with-kelli-kassoff-kellikassoff/1029 – Unlock Your Creativity & Make Life Your Biggest Art Project with Pia Mailhot-Leichter (@pialeichter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1029-unlock-your-creativity-make-life-your-biggest-art-project-with-pia-mailhot-leichter-p/

Garry "G" Cobb (former NFL linebacker & longtime sports & media host) weighs in on a number of Philadelphia Eagles picks in the recently-completed NFL draft. G also shares a bit about his amazing mom and her influence in his life and his faith in the Lord and the work he's involved in with the incarcerated. Bob Spitz (NY Times bestselling author) shares about his new book The Rolling Stones: The Biography. Spitz has also written books on The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Julia Child and Ronald Reagan and helped manage Bruce Springsteen and Elton John. Sports clips:Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers center) Travis Sanheim (Philadelphia Flyers defenseman) (Flyers YouTube)Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager) (NBC Sports Philly YouTube)Howie Roseman (Philadelphia Eagles GM)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us as the New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice has a conversation with nationally bestselling and award-winning author Deborah Goodrich Royce about her new book, Best Boy. Author Bio: Deborah Goodrich Royce's Reef Road, a national bestseller, was named one of the best books of 2023 by Kirkus Reviews and an Indie Next pick by the ABA. Her Ocean House Author Series—in partnership with Martin House Books and WCRI—brings world-class authors like Sarah Ferguson, Chris Bohjalian, and Katie Couric to Watch Hill. With fellow authors, Luanne Rice and Amy Scheibe, she created the Deer Mountain Writers' Retreat in the Catskills. Deborah writes the quarterly Hey Rhody reading recommendation column. She began as an actress on All My Children and in multiple films, before transitioning to the role of story editor at Miramax Films, developing Emma and early versions of Chicago and A Wrinkle in Time. Deborah holds a bachelor's degree and two honorary doctorates, from both Lake Erie College and the University of Rhode Island. With her husband, Chuck, Deborah restored the Avon Theatre, Ocean House Hotel, Deer Mountain Inn, United Theatre, Martin House Books, and numerous Main Street revitalization projects in Rhode Island and the Catskills. She serves on multiple governing and advisory boards.  Book Summary: A gripping psychological thriller, Best Boy teeters on the knife-edge of memory and identity when the arrival of a shocking letter threatens the carefully constructed life of a woman desperate to outrun her past. Viveca Stevenson has it all: a handsome and successful husband, an adorable ten-year-old son, and a coastal dream house in Greenwich, Connecticut. She has a solid group of girlfriends and is content with the afterglow of the film career she's left behind. But when a threatening letter arrives—from a man she does not remember—it cracks open a part of her past she thought was buried for good. A terrifying chain of events is set in motion, forcing Viveca to confront what happened on a shattering Halloween night in high school when she had a different name, a different face, a different voice. Who is the man contacting her now and was he really the best boy on her most famous film, Misty? Why can't she remember him—or that night? A taut psychological thriller, Best Boy explores identity, memory, and the dangerous power of forgetting.   For more information about Deborah Goodrich Royce and her new release, Best Boy, along with information about the Ocean House Author Series, visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com

International Speaker, Award-Winning Author & TEDx SpeakerAs a busy mom of 6, working full-time and managing a bustling household, everyone always assumed I must've had my sh*t together. Nothing could have been further from the truth. The reality is, I was riddled with self-doubt, second-guessed every decision I made, and struggled to accept even basic compliments because I did not believe in myself.It wasn't until I was asked to do something that shook me out of my shell that things finally started to shift for me. Summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro at age 42 was both the hardest and best thing I'd ever done for myself. It taught me that we need to do the things that we think we cannot do, the things that seem impossible, because THAT is where true growth happens. After conquering what seemed like an “impossible” goal, I felt inspired and empowered to conquer all of my daily doubts: comparison, judgment, fear of what others will think of me… The decision to climb MY mountain of insecurities set me on the path to becoming the best version of myself and it changed all aspects of my life and my family's life.Unlocking Humanity with Ancient Knowledge Hosted by John Edmonds Kozma Unimpressed Podcast offers a groundbreaking look into consciousness, ancient wisdom, and the nonconscious aspects of humanity via the Quantum Field. Hosted by John Edmonds Kozma, CEO of Bang Productions and a seasoned entertainment industry veteran with extensive experience, each episode delves deeper than typical discussions to reveal profound insights about reality, spirituality, and human potential. He has been likened to Albert Einstein for his innovative reasoning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award‑winning author Lexy Shaw Delorme has lived a life as genre‑defying as her fiction — rock musician, scientist, attorney, and global traveler. In this conversation, she shares the real stories behind The Limerent Series, the themes that shape her work, and how living across three continents transformed her voice as a writer. If you love creativity, reinvention, and emotionally charged storytelling, this episode is for you.In this conversation, Lexy (writing as L.S. Delorme) takes us inside The Limerent Series, her internationally recognized collection of emotionally charged novels. We explore the themes that shape her work — appearance vs. reality in the age of social media, the line between necessary and unnecessary violence, and the way fiction often mirrors the world we're navigating today.Lexy also shares how living across three continents and traveling the globe has shaped her voice as a writer. From Paris to Hong Kong to London, her expat experiences have given her a rare lens on identity, culture, and the stories we carry with us.With a background spanning law, music, and science writing — and with awards from Publishers Weekly (BookLife), the International Book Awards, the Firebird Awards, and more — Lexy brings intellectual depth, lyrical prose, and fearless honesty to every page.This is a conversation about creativity, reinvention, and the courage to tell the stories that won't leave you alone.Takeaways:Lexy Shaw Delorme emphasizes that stories are not defined by singular moments but rather by a life lived in intricate chapters.Her diverse experiences as a rock musician, attorney, and global traveler have profoundly shaped her storytelling approach and narrative voice.Delorme's work explores themes of reinvention and the complexities of personal identity, reflecting her journey across three continents.The Limerent Series embodies a rich tapestry of characters whose interconnected lives challenge societal norms and perceptions of age and identity.Through her writing, Delorme seeks to provoke thought and empathy, encouraging readers to consider their own beliefs and the experiences of others.Delorme's philosophy on writing highlights the importance of authenticity, aiming to create characters that resonate with the complexities of real human experiences.Find us on Apple, Spotify or your favorite listening platform; visit us on our YouTube channel Find everything "One More Thing" here: https://taplink.cc/beforeyougopodcastWant to be a guest on One More Thing Before You Go? Send Michael Herst a message on PodMatch, here: PODMATCH Proud member of the Podmatch Network of Top Rated- PodcastsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 16! Our guest this episode is Scott Kurashige, an award-winning Author, Educator, Activist, and Public Speaker, who has studied the problem of Anti-Asian Violence for 35+ years. He's a nonprofit organizational leader and changemaker who addresses racial equity and social justice issues from an intersectional framework. He currently serves as President of the James and Grace Lee Boggs Foundation.  His latest book is American Peril: The Violent History of Anti-Asian Racism which released on April 7, 2026 and is published by University of California Press. Although the topic of Anti-Asian racism gained a lot of attention during the COVID-19 pandemic with the increase in violence and racist rhetoric, it's not a new problem. In the book, Scott takes a deep dive into the long history and ongoing problem of anti-Asian violence. In our conversation we discuss the long history of anti-Asian racism and violence, his connection with Grace Lee Boggs, his research process, possible repercussions from the current administrations focus on hypermasculinity, and more. To learn more about Scott, you can visit his website scottkurashige.com, follow him on instagram @scottkurashige, and purchase American Peril or any of his other books (we especially loved The Next American Revolution which he co-wrote with Grace Lee Boggs).  If you like what we do, please share, follow, and like us in your podcast directory of choice or on Instagram @AAHistory101. For previous episodes and resources, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or our links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com.

Bestselling and award-winning author Ramona Ausubel spoke with us about the value of low-residency MFA programs, and how to jumpstart your writing process with her latest book UNSTUCK: 101 Doorways Leading from the Blank Page to the Last Page. Ramona Ausubel is the author of five books, most recently The Last Animal which was a national bestseller and received the National Book Foundation Science + Nature Prize and was a Barnes & Noble book of the month.  She was the recipient of the PEN/USA Fiction Award, the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award and has been a finalist for both the California and Colorado Book Awards, the New York Public Library Young Lions Award, and has had multiple selections as a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice.  Her latest non-fiction, Unstuck: 101 Doorways Leading From the Blank Page to the Last Page is a companion for writers at all stages of the process, and described as a book “… about staying in love with your writing: feeling excited, mischievous, productive, and hopeful—the opposite of being stuck. “ A Most Anticipated Book of 2026 from LitHub, Kirkus Reviews described it as, “An upbeat guide to navigating the writing process . . . Warm-hearted and practical, Ausubel emerges as trustworthy companion for a writer who's stuck anywhere on the challenging road of creativity. Generous, empathetic, and unfailingly encouraging.” Ramona's work has been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Paris Review daily, One Story, Tin House, The Oxford American, Ploughshares and others. She is a professor at Colorado State University and has taught in the Bennington Writing Seminars, Tin House Writing Workshop, Writing by Writers, the Community of Writers, Bread Loaf Environmental, Writing Workshop Paris and elsewhere. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Ramona Ausubel, Milena and I discussed: Why getting stuck is normal and productive rather than something to fear How to fall back in love with your own work Practical exercises to help writers navigate the creative process The magic prompt that never fails Why you need to let "not knowing" to be your companion And a lot more! Show Notes: ramonaausubel.com  UNSTUCK: 101 Doorways Leading from the Blank Page to the Last Page By Ramona Ausubel – April 14, 2026 (Amazon) Ramona Ausubel Amazon Author Page Ramona Ausubel on Instagram⁠⁠ Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The unexpected success of his crime thriller "A Deadly Calm in Cedar Key," Ed Braddy on the finction novel's rise on Amazon's new releases, and what's next.

Chapter 1 is the best temple prep book ever. I sat down with Jonathan Stapley, an award-winning historian to discuss his newest book, Holiness to the Lord: Latter Day Saint Temple Worship. During the show, Stapley was even surprised he won the “Best Temple Book of 2025” award! I thi https://youtu.be/1bBMcqgKKdY 0:00 Award Winning Author on LDS Temple Worship 3:20 Is Temple Worship Taboo? 10:14 Required Reading for Temple Prep 17:52 Kirtland Temple Period Demystifying the Temple Experience/Temple Prep For many, the LDS temple can feel like a secretive or taboo topic, but Stapley's new book aims to change that. He designed his first chapter to be a transparent walkthrough for anyone preparing for the temple. It covers the practical, step-by-step process of going to the temple, from talking to a local bishop and purchasing garments to making an appointment and participating in the ceremonies. Stapley explains that this level of openness is highly beneficial. Not only does it help outsiders understand the faith’s practices, but it also gives practicing Latter-day Saints a much-needed framework for discussing the temple constructively, helping them avoid being unhelpfully “cagey” or silent about their worship. Furthermore, Stapley pushes back against critics who use the private nature of the temple as a “dig” against the church, noting that the creation of sacred, “insider/outsider” boundary-maintaining spaces is a common practice across many world religions and ancient Christianity. The Myth of the “OG” Endowment When it comes to the temple’s core ceremony—the endowment—Stapley makes a striking historical observation: there is no such thing as an “OG” (original) endowment. Before temples, bishops, or apostles were even fully established in the church, Joseph Smith taught that the saints would be “endowed with power from on high,” a concept pulled directly from the biblical books of Luke and Acts. Originally, this endowment was a charismatic experience rather than a set ritual. Over time, these biblical concepts were ritualized and performed, constantly adapting to the needs of the church. Because the ceremony was initially transmitted orally, Stapley notes that the ritual has continually changed and adapted throughout its entire history. He directly challenges fundamentalist attempts to reconstruct a supposedly “original” 8-hour endowment, stating that such a platonic ideal never actually existed, and that procedural changes are a historical reality, not proof of apostasy as fundamentalists allege. A “Golden Era” for Latter-day Saint History Stapley shared that we are currently living in a “golden era” of Latter-day Saint historical research. Compared to a couple of decades ago when archive access felt like the “wild west,” there is now sustained openness and transparency, with massive resources like the Brigham Young papers available freely online. While the church still naturally redacts specific details about the temple ceremonies from third-party historical documents, Stapley isn’t bothered by this. Instead of getting bogged down in reconstructing “ticky tack” changes to the ceremonies, he is far more interested in the bigger picture: understanding what these sacred rituals actually do in the lives, minds, and communities of the believers who participate in them. Have you read his book? What are your impressions?

www.jordanskellerauthor.com Blending youthful adventure with a timely message about chasing dreams that feel too big, A Sea of Ships and Souls introduces teen readers to a reluctant hero, a mysterious Sea Sprite and a high-stakes race across a mythical ocean. Award-winning author Jordan S. Keller's latest book pairs fantasy, folklore and magic with undercurrents of courage, honesty and choosing who you want to become. Please refer to the press release below for additional information, and let me know if you would like to see a copy of Jordan's new book for interview and/or review purposes. Watch an engaging interview with Jordan regarding her previous book here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTufSSVfegk. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Teen Hero Buoys High-Seas Showdown in Award-Winning Author's ‘Love Letter To Pirates of the Caribbean' CINCINNATI, OHIO, March 16, 2026 — Wannabe sailor Jace Kit dreams of adventures on the high seas, but life has kept him stuck on shore. Until that is, a mysterious Sea Sprite named Sable washes up, seeking his help to stop a dread pirate from killing the ocean queen and plunging the world into dark storms. A little naive but equipped with a boyish grin that tends to get him out of most trouble, Jace believes in Sable's magic, and she believes in his legendary trinket that marks him as the hero she needs … even though Jace knows it's a fake. A Sea of Ships and Souls is the new young adult fantasy from multiple award-winning author Jordan S. Keller. More than a swashbuckling adventure, A Sea of Ships and Souls blends high-seas thrills with a coming-of-age story about courage, honesty and chasing dreams that feel too big. “It's a love letter to Pirates of the Caribbean, my fascination with sunsets over the ocean, and the thrill of crafting your own adventure alongside new friends,” Keller said. Chosen as a hero by mistake, Jace sets sail with nothing but a handmade boat and a lie. With Jace's skilled sailing and Sable's magic, the pair enters a competition to win a ship capable of catching the ruthless pirate. But the only thing darker than the inky depths of the mythical Remos Ocean are the Sea Sprite's secrets, and Jace realizes too late his adventure might cost a price too high to pay. Written with readers 12-18 in mind, A Sea of Ships and Souls is a bubbly blend of folklore, tarot readings and mythical sprites — perfect for fans of pirates, sea shanties, adventure and magic. “I hope readers connect with Jace's struggle,” Keller said. “He knows what he wants, but wonders if his dream is practical for his position in life. As we grow up, we can lose sight of that ‘dream job' because it isn't safe or what's expected of us, but it's important that we keep dreaming and working for what we want.” A Sea of Ships and Souls Publisher: The Wild Rose Press Release Date: March 9, 2026 Available from Amazon.com ### TIP SHEET The press release above may be published in part or entirety by any print, broadcast or internet/digital media outlet, or used by any means of social media sharing. Reviews, photos, links to previous interviews and Q&As are available upon request. About the Author Jordan S. Keller is a Cincinnati-based author who, when not writing, works as a property manager for college rentals. She was born in Oklahoma, raised in Kentucky, and spent many summers on farms in Wisconsin, falling in love with stories and cheese. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism at Morehead State University, where she worked at the local radio station (MSPR) and was the managing editor for the school newspaper, both of which furthered her love of stories and the people who tell them. Keller's last book, Failing Gravity (released May 2025), received the following awards: Book Fest 2025 Best Cyber Punk, Book Fest 2025 Best Sci Fi Dystopian, International Impact Book Awards 2025 Best Young Adult Dystopian and the International Impact Book Awards 2025 Best Cyber Punk.

Send us Fan MailThis episode is for all the boy moms out there! Award-winning author and family ministry leader, Christie Thomas, joins 5-Minute Parenting to share quick and simple tips for raising strong boys, providing answers to the following questions: 1) How can I better connect with my sons? 2) How can I help my boys grow spiritually? 3) How can I deal with the physicality of boys without feeling overwhelmed? Christie is an award winning author, podcaster, and the mom of three growing boys. Listen in as she shares practical, real-world advice that will help you grow stronger connections with your boys. Be sure to follow Christie on Instagram @littleshootsdeeproots and check out her resources for parents! Boy Mom Toolkit: https://christiethomas.kit.com/ee9abbfe9bThe Mother and Son Prayer Journal: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/mother-son-journal-and-prayer-journal-for-kids/Christie Thomas was a Children's Ministries Director for over a decade and is now a family discipleship coach to parents who need equipping, support, and encouragement. Her books for kids and parents help families cultivate faith-filled moments. She lives with her husband and three boys in Canada.Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer!

AUTHOR KIRIL KRISTOFF RELEASES “CROSSING BORDERS & GENERATIONS” A powerful work of historical fiction blending true-life events, immigrant resilience, and spiritual legacy, Kristoff's latest novel has already earned multiple literary honors. Sponsored by authors Kiril Kristoff, Jennifer Montiel, Moravian Sons Distillery & Doc Chavent   My third book's sequel “Crossing Borders of Times”: “One Man's Journey to Search For His Ukrainian, Greek &Bulgarian Roots won”Finding Your Roots”: One Man's Journey to Discover His Ukrainian, Greek, and Bulgarian Heritage is a sweeping multi-generational saga that blends memoir, history, and fiction to tell the story of a Bulgarian-American family wrestling with identity, ideology, and belonging across a century of upheaval. Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of Crossing Borders of Times. Copyright (c) 2026. Emma Blogs, LLC. All rights reserved.

Beth Castrodale is an award-winning author and book reviewer with an interest in the paranormal. Her most recent novel, THE INHABITANTS, won the Horror category of the 2024 Best Book Awards, sponsored by American Book Fest. THE INHABITANTS also won the Horror category of the PenCraft Seasonal Book Awards for fall 2024. An excerpt from her second novel, IN THIS GROUND, was a shortlist finalist for a William Faulkner – William Wisdom Creative Writing Award. Her début novel, MARION HATLEY, was a finalist for a Nilsen Prize for a First Novel from Southeast Missouri State University Press. Castrodale also received an artist grant from the Mass Cultural Council. For the journal Ars Medica, Beth wrote about a traumatic brain injury that she suffered in 2009, and she is part of an ongoing study of brain-injured patients at the Ohio State University. Additionally, she is the founding editor of the Small Press Picks book-review website.Social ProfileWebsitehttps://www.bethcastrodale.com/Website #2https://smallpresspicks.com/LinkedIn URLhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-castrodale-a667b81Facebook URLhttps://www.facebook.com/BethCCastrodaleTwitter URLhttps://twitter.com/bethcastrodaleInstagramhttps://instagram.com/bethcastrodale

Send a textKaren Ferguson welcomes back Sandra Kay Chambers, the founder and original host of 5-Minute Parenting! In this episode, Sandra shares exciting life updates and a teaser for a new book that's coming soon! Sandra has had some important life changes since last being on the podcast, but what hasn't changed is her passion for books and writing. Listen in as she shares the heart behind her soon-to-be-published children's book Nana's Piano. Sandra also continues to partner with 7Homes, a foster and adoption agency, with her book Fingerprint Devotions. Click the link below and donate a copy to support this important ministry!  7Homes (Fingerprint Devotions Book Donation): https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/28RHN75099DNP?ref_=wl_share&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPnU1lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaeRwrRd_ZWtHqYrmzKSRrL0q3_7Lvo6vaEEwv8xMe3AUPxsQ5joMfXq0X93RQ_aem_zfC1WYlz-V4c8zVSaASyuASign up for Sandra's Quarterly Newsletter by visiting her website: https://sandrakaychambers.com/  Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer!

Happy pub' day Elizabeth! Award-winning author and journalist Elizabeth Arnott spoke with us about her early studies of serial killers, a wild journalism career, and her latest period-set crime novel THE SECRET LIVES OF MURDERERS' WIVES. Elizabeth Arnott has written critically acclaimed historical fiction as Lizzie Pook (her maiden name). As a journalist, she covered everything from true crime to Arctic exploration and appeared in publications such as The Sunday Times, National Geographic, The New York Times Book Review, and The Guardian among others. She has described her much-anticipated latest historical crime novel as Mad Men with murders, and Lessons in Chemistry with a body count. The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives [available for pre-order and landing March 3, 2026; Berkley Hardcover], is a story that “... centers on three unlikely friends—all former wives of serial killers—and their efforts to solve a string of local killings in 1966 California.” The book was acquired in a heated seven-way auction and named one of “The Best Books for Book Clubs in 2026” by Glamour, and among “The 10 Most-Anticipated Mystery-Thriller Books of 2026” by Marie Claire. Parade wrote of the book, “... a story that feels like Bright Young Women collided with Mindhunter …. a propulsive, period-set whodunit perfect for anyone who loves early criminal profiling and Mad Men-era aesthetics with bite.” [This episode is sponsored by Ulysses. Go to⁠ ⁠ulys.app/writeabook⁠⁠ to download Ulysses, and use the code FILES at checkout to get 25% off the first year of your yearly subscription."] [Discover⁠ The Writer Files Extra⁠: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at⁠ writerfiles.fm⁠] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please⁠ click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews⁠. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Elizabeth Arnott, Milena and I discussed: Elizabeth's early obsession with the film Almost Famous Renting a flat above a brothel in grad school Her freewheeling freelance days traveling the globe for stories When her journalism career hit rock bottom The path to writing about the forgotten victims of violent crimes How to write a novel in six weeks And a lot more! Show Notes: ⁠Elizabeth Arnott on Instagram⁠ ⁠The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives By Elizabeth Arnott⁠ – March 3, 2026 (Amazon) ⁠Elizabeth Arnott on Twitter⁠ ⁠Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer⁠ ⁠diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram⁠ ⁠Kelton Reid Instagram⁠ ⁠Kelton Reid on Twitter⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I truly enjoyed my conversation with Naveen.Even with  all of his accomplishments, he's very humble and unassuming. When speaking about his mother, he fondly recalls stories of how his mother ran their household. Don't forget, at this time in India, women did not work. Their role was to make sure the home was well kept  with generations of family members all living under one roof. Naveen's father was a Senior Officer in the Royal Service and it was an arranged marriage that brought the couple together. Jayalakshmi  was an exceptionally talented writer of short stories and novels. Her first priority was at home taking care of the family. She never sat around. She carried a clip board around with her and wrote down her most cherished thoughts. On a daily basis, she kept all the financial records/household accounts of how much money was spent each day. She stayed up late every night to write in two different India languages.   Naveen learned from his maternal grandmother that his mother, the first of eight children dropped out of school after sixth grade because she wanted to get married and settled down. Culturally that was accepted and the norm for the most part.My guest, the youngest  of four children, had two sisters and one brother. As he says now, "I'm the last man standing." He grew up among elders including his aunt and uncle and his cousin all together in one household. Naveen shares three very touching stories about his mother including how and when she started her writing, her professional connections and her public recognition as a highly revered author.  Again, in India, this is unheard of and she did this without fanfare or calling attention to herself.Naveen's mom, didn't have much of a sense of humor according to her son. She was very practical and a no nonsense kind of woman yet happy with her life.To find out more about my guest you can use the link below. This event is scheduled for August 28, 2022.  https://thewashingtonmail.com/win-free-books/Books Naveen has written:A Hittite and a Shaman: At Queen Nefertari's Secret ServiceStarlight in the Dawn: The Poetic Priestess who chose to fightCandlelight in a Storm: Born to Be a Berliner"Candlelight In A Storm-Born To Be A Berliner" a biography of Naveen's wife who fled from WWII's violence, escaped from Communist regimes and traveled around the world. He is the recipient of the 2018 DaVinci Eye Finalist-The Eric Hoffer Award.  “Courageous and resilient women in history: Women are under-represented in history. A closer look and even fantasy in fiction may help," say Sradhir.My guest has written several books about women who have overcome difficulties, oppression and more. Mr. Sridhar continues " women ,famous or not,  who show their grit by way of resilience, adamance and courage, these women are quiet and not talked about, their stories untold. Instead of HIS-tory maybe it should be HER-story."Naveen Sridhar's website:   https://www.naveensridhar.com/Languages Naveen Speaks: English, German, Hindi, French, Kannada, Spanish, Tamil, Urdu   "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out the SHLTMM Podcast website for more background information:https://shltmm.simplecast.com/ and https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Or Find SHLTMM Website here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 09! On a few rare occasions, we've invited more than one guest at a time, and we're doing it for this episode! Today's guests are Julie Leung and Angie Kang. Both are award-winning creators. Julie is an author with multiple titles to her name while Angie is both an author and illustrator. Their latest work, Navigating Night, is written by Julie and illustrated by Angie, and it will release on March 10.  Navigating Night is the heart-warming story of a girl who helps guide her dad on his route delivering Chinese take-out food from their restaurant. She does this every night because her English is better than his. This wonderful picture book focuses on an element of the immigrant experience that some Asian Americans face, needing to help support their parents in business and family matters. We love how it celebrates the unique bond between immigrant parents and their children. Julie Leung has a long history of writing picture book biographies that include The Truth About Dragons (a 2024 Caldecott Honor book and winner of the Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature), Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist (winner of the 2021 American Library Associations Asian/Pacific American Award for Best Picture Book), A Banquet for Cecilia, Mr. Pei's Perfect Shapes: The Story of Architect I. M. Pei, and The Fearless Flights of Hazel Ying Lee. Angie Kang is the author-illustrator of Our Lake which received a Caldecott Honor, the Charlotte Zolotow Award, and the Dilys Evans Founder's Award. She's a 2026 Sendak Fellow and the 2025 Ezra Jack Keats Fellow at MacDowell, her writing and artwork has appeared in The New Yorker, The Believer, Narrative, Ecotone, Best Small Fictions, and elsewhere. On her website, she shares several great samples of her paintings, short form comics, poetry, fiction, and essays.  In our conversation we discuss their journeys, what they hope readers get from Navigating Night, how Angie decided on the artwork, what Julie likes about Picture Book biographies, what it's like when a book releases, and so much more. To see more of Julie's work, you can visit jleungbooks.com or follow her on instagram @jleungbooks. To see more of Angie's work you can visit angiekang.net or follow her on instagram at @anqiekanq. We highly recommend getting Navigating Night for you or as a gift for others! If you like what we do, please share, follow, and like us in your podcast directory of choice or on Instagram @AAHistory101. For previous episodes and resources, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or our links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com.  

Best-Selling Author & Distinguished Carter G. Woodson book award presented to exemplary books written for children and young people each year at the NCSS Annual Conference.My Show looks to the reason for Jubilee Remembrances 61st Anniversary 2026 in the South this Week. I consider it a Privilege to cover the True Foot Soldiers who were physically THERE during the Events that Changed History in American Civil Rights to All.My Guest is author Robert H. Mayer author of the book "In the Name of Emmett Till"Children played a significant role in Birmingham's crucial civil rights struggle, and this stirring history of the movement, with many photos, news reports, and quotes from all sides, emphasizes the connections between the young people's power and that of the big leaders. Martin Luther King called Birmingham the most segregated city in America, and his Letter from Birmingham Jail is quoted at length. But when the adults' protest lost momentum, the leaders' decision to call on young people galvanized the movement--Hazel RochmanRobert H. Mayer is the award-winning author of When the Children Marched: The Birmingham Civil Rights Movement and the editor of The Civil Rights Act of 1964. As a teacher, Mayer's passion continues to be making history relevant and accessible to young people. His time spent in Jackson, Canton, and McComb, Mississippi, as well as meeting scholars and activists integral to the civil rights movement, fueled the desire to write In the Name of Emmett Till. He lives in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with his wife Jan, where he writes, teaches, and tutors youth in a local middle school.The 1955 murder of Emmett Till in Mississippi is widely remembered as one of the most horrible lynching's in American history. African American children old enough that year to be aware personally felt the terror of Till's murder. These children, however, would rise up against the culture that made Till's death possible. Over the next decade, from the violent Woolworth's lunch-counter sit-ins in Jackson to the school walkouts of McComb, the young people of Mississippi picketed, boycotted, organized, spoke out, and marched, determined to reveal the vulnerability of black bodies and the ugly nature of the world they lived in. These children changed that world.Emmett Till Antilynching Act is a United States landmark federal law which makes lynching a federal hate crime and signed into law on March 29, 2022, by President Joe Biden. The bill was named after 14-year-old Emmett Till, who was lynched in Mississippi in 1955, sparking national and international outrage.© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpot Me on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon Music ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy:  https://tinyurl.com/BASAud   

Big change can be exciting—and completely destabilizing, especially for autistic and ADHD adults who thrive with clarity, predictability, and nervous-system safety. In this episode of Adulting With Autism, host April sits down with Jennie Lee, a trusted personal coach to creatives, CEOs, military officers, teachers, therapists, and more. Jennie bridges spiritual self-development with physical self-expression, offering pragmatic tools for inner alignment and conscious, strategic change. Jennie is the author of Spark Change, a highly practical book built around transformational questions you can use in real time—whether you're stuck in indecision, rebuilding after burnout, unmasking, changing careers, or redefining relationships. She's also the author of True Yoga: Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness & Spiritual Fulfillment and Breathing Love: Meditation in Action, and she's a multi–award-winning author including the Nautilus Book Award. In this episode, we explore: Why the right questions create real change (not just "thinking about it") Turning insight into action during transitions and identity shifts Inner alignment: spiritual development that stays grounded in daily life Using reflection without getting trapped in overthinking Spark Change: 12 themes, 9 questions each—how to use it as a daily prompt or conversation starter Moving beyond self-imposed limitations and expanding creative self-expression About Jennie Lee: Jennie has been teaching and coaching in the spiritual/personal development space for nearly three decades. She's known for being fun, highly engaging, and spontaneous—while still delivering practical tools that actually help people implement change.

Send a textIn a fun change of pace, Leanna Renee Hieber joins, The Happy Hour to disscuss her new book, Haunted happenings, and all things Gothic!! Hap has a blast as does the VIP Chatroom listening to Leanna's own experiences, her knowledge, and her just telling these true ghost stories!!This is a very fun listen!Follow Leanna on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/leannareneehieberCheck out her webpage and all her books https://www.leannareneehieber.com/This episode was recorded live on the network infront of Happy Hour V.I.P.sIf you want to be part of the live tapingsfollow us on Twitchhttps://m.twitch.tv/thehappyhourscorwww.TheHappyHourSocialClub.comAS ALWAYSThe Happy Hour is brought to you by the official Top Shelf Alcohol of the Happy Hour!CLEARWATER DISTILLERY https://shop.clearwaterdistilling.com/PROMO CODE KINGHAPSAVES 10% and free shipping over $100OLD SCHOOL LABSAmazing Supplements made for Amazing people!TRY OATMEAL CREAM PIE PROTEIN! Save 30% site wide with promo code Kinghaphttps://shop.oldschoollabs.com/KINGHAPLiquid I.V.WOW..... SUGAR FREE LIV ENERGY!!!https://glnk.io/koyv/kinghap*PROMO CODE KINGHAP SAVES 25%

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Calvin Schwartz—an award-winning author, novelist, journalist, college lecturer, and podcaster—on The Brand Called You. Hosted by Ashutosh Garg, this episode dives deep into Calvin Schwartz's unique journey from pharmacy to storytelling, the spiritual roots behind his acclaimed novel, There's a Tortoise in My Hair: A Journey to Spirit, and his lifelong commitment to environmental advocacy.Discover how Calvin navigated significant career shifts, overcame limiting beliefs, and found purpose in writing and environmentalism. Gain fresh perspectives on leadership, climate optimism, the power of dark humor in literature, and spiritual awakening—especially when it intersects with mental health.Whether you're passionate about personal growth, spirituality, environmental change, or storytelling, this episode will leave you inspired and reflective. Don't miss Calvin Schwartz's compelling insights, life lessons, and his advice on embracing the slow and steady path—much like the tortoise in his hair.

Ann Patchett is an award-winning author whose work has helped shape modern literary culture, both through her novels and her commitment to independent bookstores. In this conversation from October 2024, Patchett sits down with Jenna Bush Hager live at the Read with Jenna Book Festival in Nashville to discuss building a life rooted in community, why she co-founded Parnassus Books, and the personal story that sparked her lifelong love of books. (Event sponsored by Nashville Music City, Venue sponsored by W Nashville, and furniture provided by Mayker Events) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Award-winning author and journalist Elizabeth Arnott spoke with us about her early studies of serial killers, a wild journalism career, and her latest period-set crime novel THE SECRET LIVES OF MURDERERS' WIVES. Elizabeth Arnott has written critically acclaimed historical fiction as Lizzie Pook (her maiden name). As a journalist, she covered everything from true crime to Arctic exploration and appeared in publications such as The Sunday Times, National Geographic, The New York Times Book Review, and The Guardian among others. She has described her much-anticipated latest historical crime novel as Mad Men with murders, and Lessons in Chemistry with a body count. The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives [available for pre-order and landing March 3, 2026; Berkley Hardcover], is a story that “... centers on three unlikely friends—all former wives of serial killers—and their efforts to solve a string of local killings in 1966 California.” The book was acquired in a heated seven-way auction and named one of “The Best Books for Book Clubs in 2026” by Glamour, and among “The 10 Most-Anticipated Mystery-Thriller Books of 2026” by Marie Claire. Parade wrote of the book, “... a story that feels like Bright Young Women collided with Mindhunter …. a propulsive, period-set whodunit perfect for anyone who loves early criminal profiling and Mad Men-era aesthetics with bite.” [This episode is sponsored by Ulysses. Go to ⁠ulys.app/writeabook⁠ to download Ulysses, and use the code FILES at checkout to get 25% off the first year of your yearly subscription."] [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Elizabeth Arnott, Milena and I discussed: Elizabeth's early obsession with the film Almost Famous Renting a flat above a brothel in grad school Her freewheeling freelance days traveling the globe for stories When her journalism career hit rock bottom The path to writing about the forgotten victims of violent crimes How to write a novel in six weeks And a lot more! Show Notes: Elizabeth Arnott on Instagram The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives By Elizabeth Arnott – March 3, 2026 (Amazon) Elizabeth Arnott on Twitter Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our distinguished guest this week on the Rick Flynn Presents worldwide podcast is award winning author DR. HEATHER BROWNE who appears, by popular demand, in promotion of her award-winning book entitled "Speaking with the Heart: Transforming Your Relationship and Communication with Compassion and Connection.Speaking with the Heart explains how communication is a love letter. The best conversations start with connection and compassion before any word is uttered. What is needed? What will help? Learning the powerful approaches outlined in the book can transform relationships. The key to effective communication for couples, at all stages, is tied to one core area that we were never taught: how to connect. It's in understanding the power of making a simple shift from needing to be heard to wanting to connect with your partner—with every conversation—that could redefine how we approach communication in all of our relationships.Buy the book at Amazon, Barnes & Noble or wherever books are sold.Contact Dr. Browne at: www.drheatherbrowne.com

Creativity through the lens of a Transformational Life Coach, Speaker and Award Winning Author"For me creativity is really about how to navigate uncertainty."Naomi Vladeck is the award-winning author of Braving Creativity, Artists Who Turn the Scary, Thrilling, Messy Path of Change into Courageous Transformation. She is a certified creativity & life coach with a Masters in Performance Studies from NYU. She is a lifelong non-profit professional dedicated to championing independent artists and women ready to harness their courage to make choices that reflect what they want to experience next in their creative career and life!https://www.creativitymatterscoaching.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-vladeck/https://www.facebook.com/creativitymatterscoachinghttps://www.instagram.com/creativitymatterscoaching/https://www.creativitymatterscoaching.com/bookreleaseSend us a text

Hello, Protagonists!Welcome to another episode of the Creative. Inspired. ALIVE podcast—where we go behind the scenes with the storytellers shaping our culture.Our guest, Deepa Anappara, won the Edgar Award for Best Novel and was longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction for her debut novel, Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line. Anappara is also the co-editor of Letters to a Writer of Colour, a collection of personal essays on fiction, race, and culture. Her next novel, The Last of Earth, is out now.Today, we talk about:- researching historical fiction,- the influence of her journalism on her fiction,- if and how an author should translate a culture,- building bridges between the writer and the character,- and the perseverance needed for publishing.xo,Joanna & Evelyn

Today's guest is Aurora Winter — an award-winning bestselling author; TV producer; media coach; ghostwriter; and successful serial entrepreneur. Aurora is founder of SamePagePublishing.com and the creator of the Spoken Author™ method, helping experts craft award-winning books that expand their impact and income.Her book Turn Words Into Wealth: Blueprint for Your Business, Brand, and Book to Create Multiple Streams of Income & Impact won Outstanding Non-Fiction Book of the Year in 2022 and many other awards since then.Aurora's Website @aurorawintermba on Instagram Aurora on YouTube Aurora left a lucrative career as a TV executive to pursue a life built on storytelling, creativity, and contribution. Today she empowers entrepreneurs, authors, and speakers to turn their words — and their wisdom — into wealth.Turning Words Into WealthAurora, you help entrepreneurs and experts use books as a centerpiece for their brand and business. What are the most powerful ways someone can turn their words into multiple streams of income today?The Neuroscience of Memorable MessagesYou're known for blending filmmaking, storytelling, and neuroscience. What does science tell us about why certain messages stick — and how can listeners apply this to their own communication, branding, or writing?The 27X Power of StoryYou talk about the “27X value of a story.” What does that mean — and why is story still the most persuasive, profitable, and memorable tool in business?New Ways to Market — AI, Kickstarter, and BeyondThe landscape for authors and entrepreneurs is shifting fast. What new marketing approaches should people be paying attention to — including AI, Kickstarter, or other platforms?Pivoting From Business to Award-Winning FantasyYou've recently stepped into writing fantasy — and winning awards for it. How has writing fiction influenced your creative life? And in your view, how can fiction shape or illuminate real-world issues. “Seven Ways to Make 7 Figures”: Could you share one or two of your favorite strategies that listeners could begin applying today?· Gift for Our Audience - Includes your Turn Words-to-Wealth starter library and a video masterclass on how to attract capital, clients, and media coverage.: https://turnwordsintowealth.com· Marketing Fastrack: The Little Book That Launched a New Business by Aurora Winter- on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8xrIglK· Turn Words Into Wealth: Blueprint for Your Business, Brand and Book by Aurora Winter - on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7RRkVYb· Magic, Mystery, and the Multiverse Book 1 Amazon: https://a.co/d/5cmA6Um· LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/AuroraWinterThanks to our sponsor, White Cloud Coffee — fueling creative conversations everywhere. Listeners, enjoy 10% off your first order at whitecloudcoffee.com.And before you go, you

Florida award-winning author/registered nurse/founder of BlueRound Book Group T.L. McCoy talks about her latest release “Delilah vs. TheGhastly Grim” as a story that follows a child who after a near fatal seizuresteps through in indigo door in her mind catapulted in a world of magic, wonder& danger where she must unlock the powers of her disability to survive andsave others! T.L. is also a certified teacher and former school director,  grandmother of a child diagnosed with DravantSyndrome and explains why disabled characters are very important in today'schildren's books! Check out the amazing T.L. McCoy and her latest release onall major platforms and  www.blueroundbookgroup.comtoday! #podmatch #floridaauthor #tlmccoy #registerednurse #delilahvstheghastlygrim#blueroundbookgroup #seizure #disabilities #dravantsyndrome #certifiedteacher #schooldirector#childrensbooks #spreaker #spotify #iheartradio #applemusic #bitchute#rumble #youtube #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnertlmccoy #themikewagnershowtlmccoy 

Florida award-winning author/registered nurse/founder of BlueRound Book Group T.L. McCoy talks about her latest release “Delilah vs. TheGhastly Grim” as a story that follows a child who after a near fatal seizuresteps through in indigo door in her mind catapulted in a world of magic, wonder& danger where she must unlock the powers of her disability to survive andsave others! T.L. is also a certified teacher and former school director,  grandmother of a child diagnosed with DravantSyndrome and explains why disabled characters are very important in today'schildren's books! Check out the amazing T.L. McCoy and her latest release onall major platforms and  www.blueroundbookgroup.comtoday! #podmatch #floridaauthor #tlmccoy #registerednurse #delilahvstheghastlygrim#blueroundbookgroup #seizure #disabilities #dravantsyndrome #certifiedteacher #schooldirector#childrensbooks #spreaker #spotify #iheartradio #applemusic #bitchute#rumble #youtube #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnertlmccoy #themikewagnershowtlmccoy 

In this episode, I sit down with author and community-cat advocate Dr. Debra Blaine to talk about her book Whiskers in the Wild (which I am currently reading), a heartfelt and practical guide to saving and socializing community cats. We unpack the important differences between stray cats and feral cats, two terms often used interchangeably, but with very different meanings and outcomes for the cats themselves. Debra shares the beautiful story of how her own stray cat adopted her, and we dive into the world of TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return): when it's the right solution, when it's not, and how to know whether a cat should be returned, rehomed, or rehabilitated. Her insights are invaluable for anyone who cares for outdoor cats or wants to make a real difference in their community. We also chat about Debra's newest creative project: an upcoming fiction mystery series starring (of course!) cats, because who better to solve a good mystery than our whiskered detectives? Tune in for an episode filled with compassion, clarity, and a shared love for helping every cat live their best life.EPISODE NOTES: Award Winning Author, Debra Blaine Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/19-cats-and-counting-on-pet-life-radio-petliferadio-com--6667858/support.

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 51! Our guest today is the award-winning children's book author, Andrea Wang. She's written several books and been recognized with many awards including The Newbery Honor and Caldecott Medal.  Andrea's latest picture book is Worthy: The Brave and Capable Life of Joseph Pierce, a notable Chinese American who fought during the Civil War and, beyond all odds, earned naturalized citizenship. We love how she's unafraid of tackling some heavy topics that include racism, discrimination, and belonging. The beautiful picture book is illustrated by Youa Vang,  If you're looking for some of Andrea's previous, work, she's written several notable things including the picture books The Nian Monster, Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando, Watercress, and Luli and the Language of Tea, as well as the middle grade novels The Many Meanings of Meilan and The Summer of Squee. To learn more about Andrea, you can visit her website https://andreaywang.com/, follow her on instagram @andreawhywang, and of course buy Worthy and her other books. If you like what we do, please share, follow, and like us in your podcast directory of choice or on Instagram @AAHistory101. For previous episodes and resources, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or our links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com.

Author Lou Pugliese is retired from two careers: a senior manager at Toyota Motors with national (US) and international experience, and a business professor at a small, liberal arts college in the Shenandoah Valley, Virginia. Lou and his wife, Kathy (and their dog Mitch), are now settled in Green Cove Springs, Florida. His writing influence comes from both careers, extensive travel, and a passion for obscure research. Outside of his mystery and historical fiction writing, he published his doctoral dissertation on the roots of prejudice and has had poetry published through VoxPoetica. Lou belongs to the Mystery Writers of America and the Florida Writers Association (FWA), and serves as the monthly FWA chapter leader for Clay County, Florida.Step into the intriguing world of mystery, history, and human complexity with Books by Lou Pugliese. Lou is a seasoned novelist, researcher, and retired corporate and academic professional. Each story illuminates stories that linger in the shadows — haunted houses, hidden prejudices, unsolved puzzles, and the quiet crossroads where history meets horror, memory meets meaning, and suspense meets soul.Lou draws on his rich background — from his travels and academic years teaching business, to his doctoral research on the roots of prejudice — to examine mysteries old and new. Expect deep dives into his beloved works, like Blame it on the Moon, Final Exam, and his short-story collection Rest Stops on a Journey. Lou brings you:

The last episode of this season, and just in time for the holidays, is an episode just for all parents! Holly Swenson, author of Stop, Drop, Grow and Glow (https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Drop-Grow-Glow-Connections/dp/1950476723), is on a mission to raise the bar for parents and infuse more joy, intention, balance, and wellness into parenting and beyond. She believes learning how to tend to you before tackling life's asks and demands is the key to opening the door to thriving in life, and not just merely surviving. Holly will teach you how to balance the demands of parenthood with more consciousness, grace, and gentility, not just for your own benefit, but for the lives you are responsible for shaping. In this episode, Holly emphasizes how it is not only ok but necessary to fill your own tank, and that self-care is not selfish.  Make sure you check out Holly's website for blog posts and so much more (https://liveyourglow.live/).

Only six people have received The Planetary Society’s Cosmos Award for Outstanding Public Presentation of Science. We were honored to present it to author and historian Dava Sobel in May of 2025. She has created a brilliant library of books that illuminate the lives and work of great scientists, many of whom have been under-appreciated. Each of Dava’s works is also overflowing with the wonder of science and discovery. It’s no wonder we decided to feature Dava and her books in the Society book club. That month-long celebration was capped by a live, online interview conducted by Dava’s friend and fan Mat Kaplan. Here’s that conversation. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/book-club-dava-sobelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.