Podcasts about Craft

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Send us a textIn this Yuletide episode of the Magick Kitchen Podcast, Leandra Witchwood and Elyse Welles are joined by fiber artist and co-host of the Knit a Spell podcast, Katie Rempe, for a deep and soulful conversation about fiber magic, stitch witchery, and ancestral craft.Together they explore knitting, embroidery, mending, sewing, spinning, and textile arts as ancient magical practices — ways of weaving intention, prayer, and protection directly into everyday life. From blood, sweat, and tears stitched into garments, to repetitive motion as meditation, to crafting as a gateway for intuition and ancestral connection, this episode invites listeners to remember the sacred power held in thread and cloth.The conversation weaves through grief and healing, pandemic-era crafting, reclaiming lost communal arts, ethical making, and how working with fiber can become both spellwork and spiritual refuge. Whether you knit daily or have never picked up a needle, this episode offers a gentle invitation to slow down, listen to your hands, and reconnect with the magic humans have practiced for millennia.The Rebel Mystic Coven is my heart-crafted teaching circle in South-Central Pennsylvania—a sanctuary where curiosity meets mystery and seekers kindle their inner fire. As an Eclectic Coven, we explore a variety of topics and areas of study to help build our awareness, deepen our practices, and develop understanding.  A short, spoken invitation calling women who feel the Dark Goddess stirring to step into embodied power through a nine week initiatory journey with ancient goddesses. Learn more at elysewelles.com/redthread.

Yukino Matsumoto founded Simply Native in Sydney in 2016, establishing a unique model for promoting culture by introducing and selling everyday Japanese craft products across Australia. Her approach, which does not rely on government support or volunteer initiatives, has been recognised with her selection for Forbes Japan's Culturepreneur 30. - 松元由紀乃さんは2016年にシドニーで「Simply Native」を創業し、日本各地の生活工芸品をオーストラリアで紹介・販売する独自の文化普及モデルを確立してきました。行政やボランティアに依存しないその取り組みが評価され、このほどForbes Japanの「カルチャープレナー30」に選出されました。

Craft workshops, Carol singing, hot chocolate and Christmas decorations... It's all there at Kilfinane Intercultural Winterfest.

In dieser besonderen Wild & Witchy Podcastfolge habe ich Bella wieder zu Gast – aber diesmal mit einem Twist! Diese Episode ist der erste Teil eines Podcast-Crossovers mit dem HKL-Podcast. Den zweiten Teil dieser spannenden Diskussion gibt es eine Woche später in Bellas Podcast zu hören!

Have you ever wondered whether you could truly make a living selling quilts? In this episode of the Craft to Career podcast, Sarah Locascio, the creative entrepreneur behind Caravan Quilts, shares her answer. And it's a big, resounding YES. Sarah has built a quilting business that's unique in the industry. Her weekly quilt drops sell out quickly because her approach blends three powerful elements: Genuine product scarcity Deep education and storytelling A compelling focus on history and craftsmanship It's a recipe that not only delights her audience, but also proves that quilters can earn real income selling quilts. What You'll Learn in This Episode 1. How Caravan Quilts Started Sarah shares when and why she began her business, the inspiration behind her unique model, and how it took shape over time. 2. The Power of Scarcity in Handmade Goods Discover why having a limited number of quilts available each week actually increases demand and keeps customers excited. 3. Why Education Sets Her Business Apart Sarah explains how teaching her audience about quilt history, construction, care, and storytelling builds trust and connection. 4. A Day in the Life of a Quilt Seller Get an honest look at what her schedule, workflow, sourcing, and production timelines look like. 5. What Makes Her Business Different From Other Quilting Careers From sourcing vintage quilts to curating collections, Sarah's daily work looks very different from a typical quilter or designer. 6. Tips for Anyone Who Wants to Earn Money Selling Quilts Sarah offers advice for beginners, including what to focus on first, how to set yourself apart, and what pitfalls to avoid. Episode Highlights How Sarah discovered a market willing to pay premium prices for quilts Why storytelling can transform your product sales The systems she uses to manage inventory and weekly drops How she built a loyal, engaged customer base The role social media plays in showcasing her work What success looks like behind the scenes of a quilt-selling business Is Selling Quilts Actually Profitable? According to Sarah—yes. With intention, a strong brand voice, consistent storytelling, and a thoughtful business model, quilting can be a sustainable career. This episode is perfect for you if: You dream of selling quilts online or at markets You want to understand real-world business models in the quilting world You're curious how other quilters make a living You love hearing creative, entrepreneurial stories You want to learn from someone successfully doing what many assume isn't possible

Most owners work hard for money—few learn to make the tax code work hard for them. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Catrina M. Craft, a tax strategist and accountant who's advised business owners and previously learned elite tax strategy working with the wealthiest 2% of Americans. Creator of the CRAFT Money Map framework, Catrina specializes in turning reactive “tax season” chaos into proactive, year-round wealth strategy. She breaks down the KPIs that actually drive profitability, the entity and election decisions that matter, and timely plays like bonus depreciation, §179, and QBI that can free up cash to grow.   Key Takeaways: → Proactive vs. reactive taxes: what changes when strategy starts before year-end. → The five KPIs that matter: cash flow, profitability, A/R & A/P, LTV, and CAC—plus how to dashboard them. → The C.R.A.F.T. Money Map: Cash flow, Retirement, Asset management/protection, Financial freedom, and Tax strategies. → Entity structure ≠ paperwork: why LLC + the right tax election (S/C/partnership/sole prop) can swing your tax outcome. → When to hire a strategist: startup consults to avoid missteps; quarterly at ~$50k profit; monthly at ~$100k+.   Catrina M. Craft, CPA, CEO & Founder of Craft More Cash. "The tax code isn't fair — but that's your opportunity as a business owner.” This is the perspective Catrina Craft brings as the CPA and tax strategist behind some of the most profitable coaches, consultants, and creators in the industry. After climbing out of $100K in debt and losing 80% of her income overnight, she rebuilt her business by using the same advanced tax strategies and wealth-building tactics that the top 2% of the wealthiest rely on to protect and multiply their money. Now, she teaches her clients to do the same. Through her Craft Money MapTM system, she helps high-earning entrepreneurs cut taxes by 25% and boost profits by 20% — strategies most accountants won't even talk about. On the mic, Catrina pulls back the curtain on what the ultra-wealthy know: how proactive tax strategy lets you keep more, grow faster, and build real wealth. Listeners walk away with practical insights on entity structuring, overlooked deductions, and income planning that scales. Connect With Catrina: Website: https://www.catrinamcraft.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catrinamcraft/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catrinamcraft1/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textFor many makers, opportunities to focus solely on creative exploration—without the pressure to produce work for sale or prove our worth through finished pieces—feel impossibly rare or reserved for those along a traditional academic path. When you discovered your craft later in life, already juggling mortgages and responsibilities you can't simply walk away from, where do you turn for intentional study and community that actually fits your reality? Craft schools exist outside traditional academia, offering experiences from weekend workshops to multi-week residencies that welcome makers at every stage—and in celebration of Haystack Mountain School of Crafts' 75th anniversary, Perry Price shares what makes these singular learning experiences so transformative.In this episode: Perry Price  @haystack_schoolLove this podcast? Support an episode! Click here to learn more. Follow The Maker's Playbook on Instagram @themakersplaybookHave questions about the show or want to say Hi? Email us at: podcast (at) makers-playbook (dot) com

Upon graduation from the Tyler School of Art and Architecture with a BFA in glass, Gemma Hollister was awarded the Windgate-Lamar fellowship from the Center for Craft, which allowed her and her partner to start a small studio in Philadelphia, Antolini Glass Co. While balancing her personal artistic practice and work as a production glassblower, the artist recently appeared on Netflix's Blown Away: Extreme Heat. The show inspired new work, which she made both in her own studio and during a residency at Monterey Glassworks. States Hollister: "Blown Away gave me a chance to challenge myself and level up my skills in glassmaking. It isn't very often that you are given such specific parameters and a time crunch to make your work. I gained so much confidence in myself as a gaffer and an artist. Looking back, it was also very special to me to be able to represent a younger generation of glassblowers, especially female glassblowers, on such a big stage." A 2023 Saxe Emerging Artist nominee, Hollister developed a practice that involves creating fantastical objects, sculptures, and installations that center around themes of imagination and control, manifesting as both literal and abstract sculpture. For her, working with glass is an exercise in the belief that her own actions directly affect change. She works to further understand the material so that she can control its outcomes by working with direction and intention.  She says: "The act of creating glass, as in many crafts, is a protest against an unresolved and rapidly evolving technological world. Glass historically has proven the power to educate, inspire, and call to action those who observe it. In my practice, I manipulate traditional associations with both blown and stained glass — its narrative structure and divine light — by addressing contemporary issues that I want viewers to reflect upon." Hollister has traveled the country as a student and teaching assistant at institutions such as the Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG) and Pilchuck Glass School. She received a partial workshop scholarship from CMoG in 2024 and a Pilchuck Glass School Summer Staff Scholarship in 2023. She has been a teaching assistant to both hot glass and stained glass greats such as Martin Janecký, Jason McDonald, Bill Gudenrath, Aya Oki and Judith Schaechter. Hollister participated in Blown Away Season 4 Group Exhibition at CMoG in 2024, an exhibition with Karen Willenbrink Johnsen and Morgan Peterson at Traver Gallery, and a solo exhibition titled Heaven Is Full Of Junk in 2022. She will teach in 2026 at CMoG August 9 through 22 with her partner Tate Newfield.  

We love talking about growth mindset, but curiosity without action doesn't move your career forward. In this episode, Jayneil Dalal shares what he's learned from interviewing hundreds of designers—and why the people who actually ship, share, and care about craft are the ones who keep growing.What if the fastest way to grow your career isn't asking for a promotion—but becoming the designer everyone trusts?In this episode, I sit down with Jayneil Dalal to talk less about career ladders and more about what actually earns trust inside organizations. After interviewing hundreds of designers on Design MBA and Sneak Peek, Jayneil has seen the same patterns repeat across teams, companies, and seniority levels.The designers who advance aren't the loudest or the most credentialed. They're the ones who care deeply about their work—clean files, thoughtful handoffs, clear communication, and sharing what they learn with others. No one tells them to do this. They do it because they give a damn, and that care compounds into credibility.We also unpack the idea of “internal brand,” why chasing credit often backfires, and how being generous with your knowledge can quietly change team culture. If you've ever felt invisible at work or unsure how to stand out without self-promotion, this conversation reframes what influence really looks like.Topics:• 04:54 - Early Curiosity and Interviewing Journey• 06:17 - The Birth of a Podcast Idea• 07:23 - Launching Design MBA• 09:53 - The Value of Execution• 12:21 - Challenges and Realizations• 15:36 - Content Creation and Audience Fit• 19:35 - Learning from Top Designers• 22:49 - The Importance of Craft and Mentorship• 38:04 - Advocating for Yourself• 41:58 - Navigating Internal Branding• 46:34 - The Importance of Communication Skills• 48:10 - Balancing Multiple Projects• 51:36 - Effective Use of AI in Design• 53:21 - Public Speaking and Presentation Tips—Thanks for listening! We hope you dug today's episode. If you liked what you heard, be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! And if you really enjoyed today's episode, why don't you leave a five-star review? Or tell some friends! It will help us out a ton.If you haven't already, sign up for our email list. We won't spam you. Pinky swear.• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get a FREE audiobook AND support the show⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out show transcripts⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our website⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Stitcher

Our guest today loves a good challenge. He's picked a good profession because the world of Driveaway provides, well, a truckload of them! But, Jaboris Christian meets these challenges head on and wisely sees them as opportunities to develop himself and build his bottom line. Whether it's navigating the idiosyncrasies of CNG or learning to master the right-hand drive, Jaboris is six years deep and picking up steam! He brings his experience and chill disposition to our conversation today and we're so glad he could join us for today's episode of the Six-Figure Trucker.Show Notes:Jaboris joins us from the cab of a brand new Volvo! (0:39)Qualifications and Perspectives on Driveaway (3:03)Resets and On-time Percentages (5:10)Specialty vehicles, CNG, and other challenges (7:55)Love for the Open Roads (13:36)Keep Trucking, Jaboris! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE SCARY MOVIE?! Scream Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: ⁠https://www.acorns.com/rejects⁠ Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things RR Tee! ⁠https://shorturl.at/hekk2⁠ Vecna: The Mind Slayer tee by @G9DESIGN & Dr. Stranger Things tee by @SASAMIIKU — perfect for hardcore fans & collectors alike! With the Scream 7 hype train heating up, the Scream Queens return to their namesake with one of horror's most iconic slashers - and their next franchise marathon - as they embark on their SCREAM Reaction, Recap, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson (The Rage Pod) & Roxy Striar (Wildcat) dive into Wes Craven's (A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Hills Have Eyes) iconic meta-horror film written by Kevin Williamson (The Faculty, I Know What You Did Last Summer). Starring Neve Campbell (Party of Five, The Craft) as Final Girl legend Sidney Prescott, David Arquette (Never Been Kissed) as bumbling but lovable Deputy Dewey, Courteney Cox (Friends, Ace Ventura) as razor-sharp reporter Gale Weathers, Skeet Ulrich (Riverdale) as Billy Loomis, and Matthew Lillard (Hackers, Scooby-Doo) stealing scenes as the unhinged Stu Macher — Scream blends satire, brutality, mystery, and razor-sharp commentary to perfection. Tara & Roxy break down all the groundbreaking moments: the iconic opening sequence with Drew Barrymore that shocked audiences worldwide, the introduction of the horror “rules,” the escalating phone calls from Ghostface, the high-school paranoia that spreads like wildfire, Randy's meta rants in the video store, the unforgettable party finale, and the jaw-dropping twist reveal of the killers. They explore how Scream revived the slasher genre, blended comedy with terror, and created one of the most memorable villains — and masks — in movie history. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/roxystriar⁠ Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/⁠ Twitter: ⁠ https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson⁠ Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Natalie Battaglia teaches us simple and sustainable Instagram growth strategies that attract loyal followers without burnout. Natalie Battaglia is the founder of The Mindful Mocktail, a blog and Instagram community dedicated to helping people celebrate without alcohol. What began as a way to share simple, beautiful mocktails has grown into a global destination for wellness-inspired drinks that anyone can make at home. Through her website, social channels, and book The Mindful Mocktail, Nat inspires people to drink mindfully, explore new flavors, and find joy in the ritual of making a beautiful drink. If you are tired of shouting into the Instagram void, this conversation will feel like oxygen. Natalie breaks down the exact behaviors that helped her build a global brand, including the five minute reel that brought in more than two hundred thousand followers. She offers clear, doable strategies for retention, repurposing, analytics, and building true community so you can grow with intention instead of pressure. Key points discussed include: Create for the people already watching: Learn how to connect deeply with your audience so your content lands and keeps landing. Use compilations to attract new followers: Discover why short, punchy highlight reels are powerful growth machines. Retention drives the algorithm: You will understand exactly why watch time outweighs likes and how to optimize for it. Repurpose with intention: Save your best visuals, build quick compilations, and grow without reinventing the wheel. Analytics are your creative compass: Let your retention and skip rates tell you what to make next instead of guessing. Trending audio still matters: Use audio strategically and early to ride momentum rather than chase it. Caption writing is storytelling: Craft a strong first line that acts like a hook and earns the next tap. Quality beats quantity: Posting frequency and why two solid pieces a week can outperform daily content. Connect with Natalie Battaglia Website | Instagram

JP MISSIONS: When the Military Meets Living ET Intelligence A Paratrooper's Firsthand Encounters with Space Arks, Antigravity Craft, and the Awakening Below Earth Living Alien Arks, Med Beds, Hollow Earth, and the ET Contact Already Here A U.S. Army Paratrooper Breaks Silence on Living Space Arks, ET Craft, Hollow Earth, Ant Beings, and the Disclosure They Tried to StopPodcast Highlights:1) Hollow Earth exposed: the Ant Beings and what's really living below us2) The symbols inside the Arks that activate only through consciousness3) Captured on camera: antigravity craft with ETs and U.S. military present4) If humanity knew what's beneath our land and oceans, everything would changeWhat if some of the most advanced technology on Earth isn't human, isn't mechanical, and isn't dormant? JP is here to share what he encountered as a U.S. Army paratrooper inside living alien structures, why consciousness is the key to unlocking them, and what's quietly awakening beneath our oceans, our land, and our understanding of reality. JP has connected with ET's, spiritual and interdimensionals, is an expert of water purification systems of all types, and was sent into ancient alien structures known as “Arks.” What he found wasn't just technology — it was alive. Find him on: Instagram, Facebook, and X, under: jp.missions See Debbi speak live at L.A. Conscious Life Expo (Feb 20-23, 2026): ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/cle ⁠Join Debbi and other presenters on a cruise to Greece and Turkey: March 19, 2026: ⁠https://mysteryschoolatsea.com/⁠ (use Debbi Dachinger under referral)**More with Debbi** ✨ January 6, 2026, Shamanism Level One program, work directly with Debbi in profound shamanic journey. It's time to remember YOUR medicine: ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/L1⁠Enter a world of channeling, ET's, metaphysics & multidimensional truth. Dare to Dream reveals what most shows won't touch — and what your soul's been asking for.Free Starseed Report: ⁠https://debbidachinger.com/starseed⁠IG: @daretodreampodcast @debbidachingerHosted by Debbi Dachinger, award-winning broadcaster, shamanic healer, & book launch mentor for authors ready to rise.#JPMissions #disclosure #military #whistleblower #SpaceArks #LivingTechnology #etcontact #AntigravityCraft #hollowearth #AntBeings #medbeds #ConsciousnessTech #disclosurenow #EarthAlliance #interdimensional #daretodreampodcast #debbidachinger #exopolitics #extraterrestrialBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dare-to-dream-with-debbi-dachinger--1980925/support.

Text The Too T3rpd Hotline We had to do something special for the last episode of the 100's. We got Too T3rpd Family and Missouri  cannabis OG STL Space Treats in the building! Donovan and STL Space Treats start by catching up since the last time she's been on Too T3rpd, the state of the Missouri legacy market, some of her upcoming projects, and. much more! You can find STL Space Treats:@stlspacetreats on Instagram and FacebookFollow Too T3rpd on Instagram  Check out our videos on our Too T3rpd YouTube channel  Leave voicemails to our Too T3rpd hotline (314) 282-7358Sign up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TOOT3RPD Follow Donovan @Donovan2408 on all socialsFollow @mp3_video_works on instagramSupport the show

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WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE SCARY MOVIE?! Scream Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 Vecna: The Mind Slayer tee by @G9DESIGN & Dr. Stranger Things tee by @SASAMIIKU — perfect for hardcore fans & collectors alike! With the Scream 7 hype train heating up, the Scream Queens return to their namesake with one of horror's most iconic slashers - and their next franchise marathon - as they embark on their SCREAM Reaction, Recap, Analysis, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review!! Tara Erickson (The Rage Pod) & Roxy Striar (Wildcat) dive into Wes Craven's (A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Hills Have Eyes) iconic meta-horror film written by Kevin Williamson (The Faculty, I Know What You Did Last Summer). Starring Neve Campbell (Party of Five, The Craft) as Final Girl legend Sidney Prescott, David Arquette (Never Been Kissed) as bumbling but lovable Deputy Dewey, Courteney Cox (Friends, Ace Ventura) as razor-sharp reporter Gale Weathers, Skeet Ulrich (Riverdale) as Billy Loomis, and Matthew Lillard (Hackers, Scooby-Doo) stealing scenes as the unhinged Stu Macher — Scream blends satire, brutality, mystery, and razor-sharp commentary to perfection. Tara & Roxy break down all the groundbreaking moments: the iconic opening sequence with Drew Barrymore that shocked audiences worldwide, the introduction of the horror “rules,” the escalating phone calls from Ghostface, the high-school paranoia that spreads like wildfire, Randy's meta rants in the video store, the unforgettable party finale, and the jaw-dropping twist reveal of the killers. They explore how Scream revived the slasher genre, blended comedy with terror, and created one of the most memorable villains — and masks — in movie history. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of the Story Works Round Table, Alida answers questions all about subplots. This is a recording of our monthly Ask Alida live Q&A over on Substack! Make sure you join us next time to get your questions answered and enjoy a fun chat about writing craft! In this episode, we talk about subplots, what they are, why they are important, and how to best utilize them in your writing! Get Alida's musings on life, writing, and the writing life in A Room Full of Books & Pencils and stay up to date on book launches, special offers, and more at booksandpencils.substack.com Are you ready to get more out of your writing, grow your writing skills, and get that book written? Do you want community, feedback, and the mentoring of an expert story craft coach? Check out group coaching for novelists and memoirists. A new session is beginning soon. Get details & schedule your free discovery call today at www.wordessential.com/fictioncoaching Are you ready to work with a developmental editor or writing coach? Alida works with fiction and nonfiction writers on all kinds of writing projects. Email or schedule a discovery call. www.wordessential.com. Show notes, links, & more at www.StoryWorksPodcast.com.

I'm kicking off a 2026 preview with two of the most exciting emerging voices publishing books this January. I speak to them about how they wrote their novels, before asking which books inspired them along the way, and what their books and book selections say about the world today. If you're looking for your next great reads of 2026, look no further — Rippling Pages has you covered. We're going from Pakistan to a rural boarding school in 1970s London. In Pakistan, a young woman grapples with a strange, indefinable illness against a backdrop of political upheaval. In England, a teenager tries to make sense of his intense emotions during one hot summer at boarding school. Farah Ali's TELEGRAPHY, published by CB Editions, is her second novel. Originally from Pakistan, Farah has been anthologised for the Pushcart Prize and is the reviews editor at Wasafiri. JEAN is the debut novel by London-based writer Madeleine Dunnigan, published by Daunt Books. She was a Jill Davis Fellow on the MFA programme at New York University. Support the Rippling Pages on a new Patreon with exclusive crafted subscriber benefits.  https://patreon.com/RipplingPagesPod?utm_medi Interested in hosting your own podcast? Follow this link and find out how: https://www.podbean.com/ripplingpages    Reference Points Mathias Énard - The Annual Banquet of the Gravedigger's Guild  Rachel Kushner - The Flamethrowers John McGahern - That They May Face the Rising Sun Gerald Murnane - The Plains Tom McCarthy - Remainder   Chapters 3.15 - illness and narrative voice 5.25 - feeling ill writing the book 10.15 - Madeleine's on Farah's narrator 12.30 - Madeleine's book 16.10 -  different kinds of love. 18.40 - Rippling Pages patreon 19.55 - a queer  story in the boarding school 21.50 - different kinds of intimacy 23.40 - precociousness 28.10 - bodies, illness and healing  33.00 - what these books say about the world.  38.00 - Dealing with fracture 40.50 - rippling pages bookshop 41.20 - Madeleine recommends 45.15 - Farah recommends. 

This week on The Luke Branquinho Show, Luke sits down with Barry Berg, General Manager of Cactus Ropes, for a more in-depth conversation following last week's episode. Barry shares the craftsmanship, innovation, and grit behind one of the most trusted rope brands in rodeo. With more than 34 years in business, Cactus Ropes has earned its reputation through consistency, hands-on craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of what ropers need at every level. The company ships over 1,000 ropes a day, maintaining the same attention to detail that helped build the brand from the ground up. Barry walks through the stories behind iconic ropes like the Bad Boy, Magnet, Hypnotic, Amigo, Kool Cat, Thriller, and Swagger, how a devastating factory fire in 2004 reshaped the operation, and what it truly takes to develop what they call the “perfect rope.” He also reflects on a major turning point in 2009, when Trevor Brazile joined the Cactus Ropes team, a partnership that helped elevate the brand and solidify its place at the highest level of professional rodeo. Blending history, innovation, and real-world experience, this episode offers an inside look at the work and mindset behind ropes trusted by champions and everyday ropers alike. ━━━━━━━━━━ ★

This week, host Sagi Eliyahu welcomes Fabio Bertoni, General Counsel of The New Yorker. They explore how legal leadership guides a major publication through sustained industry transformation, examining the intersection of media, law and business operations. Listeners gain actionable insights on managing complexity, maintaining editorial standards while adapting to technological change and balancing ethical responsibility with business demands in high-stakes environments.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.05:09 Media law combines passion with practical career skills.08:09 Public decisions feel high-stakes when consequences matter.11:45 How digital transformation accelerated publication speed and reach.14:30 Quality focus creates a profitable, loyal readership base.16:54 Complex challenges require thorough work without shortcuts.20:30 AI reduces search traffic and traditional advertising revenue.23:42 Subscription value matters more than AI-generated content.25:51 Editorial restrictions differ from operational AI applications.28:45 Personal ethics remain an individual responsibility throughout careers.Resources Mentioned:Fabio Bertonihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fabio-bertoni-6958554/The New Yorker | LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-new-yorker/The New Yorker | Websitehttp://www.newyorker.com/The New Yorker Radio Hour https://www.newyorker.com/podcast/the-new-yorker-radio-hourThis episode is brought to you by Tonkean.Tonkean is the operating system for business operations and is the enterprise standard for process orchestration. It provides businesses with the building blocks to orchestrate any process, with no code or change management required. Contact us at tonkean.com to learn how you can build complex business processes. Fast.#Operations #BusinessOperations

Call them "ugly and unorthodox," but Allied landing craft were there to win a war, not a beauty pageant. We explore their design, production, and use on all five D-Day beaches with curator and author Andrew Whitmarsh.

Some people collect memories; others collect stories, objects, and traditions. Keith Meacham does it all, creating a beautiful alchemy of unexpected home goods that celebrate her Mississippi roots.This week on Talk Shop, Ariel heads to the heart of the American South to welcome Keith Smythe Meacham, co-founder of Reed Smythe & Company, the home goods shop she launched in 2018 with her dear friend and fellow Mississippian, the late Julia Reed, a beloved industry legend.Rooted in the Mississippi Delta and shaped by a deep respect for craft and collaboration, Reed Smythe & Company partners with artisans across the South and beyond to create uncommon goods for house and garden. Keith shares her journey from a long career in public education to entrepreneurship, the power of female friendship, and the importance of trusting your gut, both in design and in life.Keith's work and home have been featured in Veranda, Elle Decor, Flower, and Southern Living, and she's been recognized as a Southern Living Tastemaker and a judge for the Garden & Gun Made in the South Awards.From career pivots and creative risk-taking to honoring legacy and building community through design, this is a thoughtful, inspiring conversation about making a home, and a life, that feels true to you.—Learn More about Reed Smythe: https://reedsmythe.com/Follow on social: https://www.instagram.com/reedsmytheco/Explore Keith's ShopMy storefront: https://shopmy.us/shop/mksmeacham—To join Ariel and our Season 5 guests on ShopMy, download the ShopMy app, create a shopper account, and start building wishlists and shopping your favorite pieces: https://go.shopmy.us/join/arielokin

Watch on YouTube → What does it cost to keep singing about hope when your heart is shattered, success feels hollow, and grief follows you onto the biggest stages in the world? Steven Curtis Chapman, the most awarded artist in Christian music history, five time Grammy winner, and the first contemporary Christian artist inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, joins Tim and Troy Green for a rare and unguarded conversation. This is not a highlight reel. It is the story of self doubt behind success, of nearly walking away from music, of adoption born from grace, and of worship sung in the shadow of unimaginable loss. Steven reflects on the fleeting highs of acclaim, the quiet weight of family and marriage, and how songs like “Cinderella” emerged from pain rather than polish. Together, they explore faith under pressure, hope forged through suffering, and why the most enduring music often comes from the darkest valleys. If you have ever questioned whether faith can survive profound loss, or whether calling and family can coexist under unbearable strain, this episode speaks directly to that place. RESOURCES & LINKS Show Hope – Steven and Mary Beth's adoption ministry caring for orphans worldwide Visit: https://showhope.org Steven Curtis Chapman – Music, tour dates, and more Visit: https://stevencurtischapman.com Colony House – Music from Steven's sons Caleb and Will Chapman Visit: https://colonyhousemusic.com CHAPTERS 00:00 Trailer 00:59 Intro 01:35 Introducing Steven Curtis Chapman 03:13 The Journey to Success 05:25 Struggles and Triumphs 09:09 The Calling and Craft of Songwriting 13:46 Breakthrough Moments and Personal Reflections 20:27 The Great Adventure and Unexpected Challenges 42:11 Reflecting on Self Doubt and Support 46:52 Grief, Faith, and God's Faithfulness 52:06 Writing Songs Through Pain and Healing 01:01:56 The Impact of Adoption on Faith and Family 01:25:23 The Evolution of Music and Personal Growth 01:27:45 The One Song That Sums It All Up 01:29:40 Staying Humble Amidst Success 01:32:18 A Full Circle Moment at the Grand Ole Opry 01:33:47 Unreleased Songs and Mental Health 01:37:47 Beauty from Ashes: Show Hope and Maria's Big House of Hope 01:41:14 The Grand Ole Opry Induction and Family Legacy 01:46:40 The Steve Saint Story: A Tale of Forgiveness 01:51:56 Faith Through Adversity 01:58:18 Family and Legacy 02:03:55 Final Reflections and Gratitude SPONSORS ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs for supporting this episode and powering Tim's voice.https://elevenlabs.io SOCIAL Website: https://nlupod.com X: https://x.com/nlutimgreen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NLUpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlupod LISTEN ON OTHER PLATFORMS Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nothing-left-unsaid/id1734094890 Audible: https://www.audible.com/podcast/Nothing-Left-Unsaid/B0CWTCRKGZ Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id6405921?country=us Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1734094890 iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-nothing-left-unsaid-155769998/ PERSONAL Tackle ALS: https://www.tackleals.com Tim Green Books: https://authortimgreen.com Tim's New Book, Rocket Arm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062796895/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi there, Today I am delighted to be arts calling author A.M. Sosa! (amsosa.net) About our guest: A. M. Sosa (they/them) is a queer Mexican-American writer from Stockton, CA, and a graduate of UC Irvine's MFA Programs in Writing where they were awarded the 2022 Henfield Prize. They have received support from Tin House, Community of Writers, and the Carolyn Moore Writing Residency. Their debut novel, And I'll Take Out Your Eyes, is being published by Algonquin, and their fiction has been published in Zyzzyva and the Santa Monica Review. Instagram: @unapinchebruja About AND I'LL TAKE OUT YOUR EYES, now available from Algonquin Books! BUY NOW AT: BOOKSHOP | TERTULIA | BARNES & NOBLE | AMAZON Cría cuervos y te sacaran los ojos: Raise crows and they will take out your eyes. A boy wakes up with a knife in his hand. It's the early '90s in Stockton, CA, when Christian is caught sleepwalking in the kitchen by his family--the beginning of a curse unleashed by an aunt. To save Christian and the family from the curse, the family seeks out a curandero who promises salvation, but at a price Christian wishes he didn't have to pay. As Christian grows up the curse follows him. His father emotionally and physically torments him, his mother's health spirals, his relationship with his brother deteriorates; nothing goes his way. Christian finds solace in a group of friends, bonded together by the sufferings that plague their community. As the childhood chaos of ripping and running in order to survive breaks way to an adolescence beyond his local neighborhood and a lifeline in the form of writing, Christian must decide: be consumed and enact the same violence that has plagued him, or break the cycle, once and for all. And I'll Take Out Your Eyes is a kaleidoscopic exploration of the power of memory and the curses we inherit from our family, and how to overcome them. Told in a voice that is clear and unflinching, this is ultimately a story of redemption. PRAISE FOR AND I'LL TAKE OUT YOUR EYES: > And I'll Take Out Your Eyes is a kaleidoscopic wonder of a debut. Never boring, A.M. Sosa seems somehow capable of pulling off any form or point of view. Any sentence might be as explosive, as tender, as breathless, as surprising as life. And there is so much life in this book. If nothing else, it is rare to find a novel as alive as this one. Sosa has arrived with a cannon shot.— Matthew Salesses, author of Craft in the Real World and The Sense of Wonder Thanks for this amazing conversation, A.M.! All the best! -- Arts Calling is produced by Jaime Alejandro. HOW TO SUPPORT ARTS CALLING: PLEASE CONSIDER LEAVING A REVIEW, OR SHARING THIS EPISODE WITH A FRIEND! YOUR SUPPORT TRULY MAKES A DIFFERENCE. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Much love, j artscalling.com

Here is the Part 1 of the Best Moments of 2025 from the Pearls of Wisdom jewelry podcast, a curated collection of standout conversations that highlight the passion, craftsmanship, and community spirit shaping our industry. This special episode revisits key insights from Episodes 75 through 87, beginning with Episode 75, where Slav Galkin shares why authenticity and a growth mindset remain essential in a constantly evolving field. In Episode 76, the team at Pierce Custom Jewelers gives listeners an inside look at building trust through craft and genuine connection. Episode 77 then takes us "From Hot Rods to Heirlooms," an inspiring journey of a master jeweler whose path is as unique as his creations. Episode 78 features Irina Aran from Facets Fine Jewelry, whose resilience and artistry define her brand. Episode 79 turns to digital growth, as Parker Jewelers reveals how SEO is helping them drive more traffic and reach more customers online. Episodes 80 and 81 highlight the stories of Mike, Elise, and Babs—each demonstrating the value of legacy, balance, and authenticity in both business and life. In Episode 82, Cliff shares how grit, grace, and kindness built his family's jewelry legacy. Episode 83 follows with a heartfelt look at the journey from apprentice to artisan—an inspiring reminder of the power of patience, passion, and innovation. Episode 84 features Mike Kanoff discussing legacy, expansion, and the importance of work-life balance, while Episode 85 brings Aleah Arundale's refreshing honesty about building community and protecting jewelers. This Part 1 collection closes with the warmth and insight of Elesa Dillon in Episode 86 and Beth from Conti Jewelers in Episode 87—whose leadership and dedication continue to raise the standard in the jewelry world. Together, these stories reflect the brilliance behind every jeweler, every journey, and every piece.   Brought to you by: Southern Jewelry News: https://southernjewelrynews.com/  Jewelry Store Marketers: https://jewelrystoremarketers.com/    Learn more about the Pearls of Wisdom Jewelry Podcast https://southernjewelrynews.com/podcast    Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform: • Apple Podcast = https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/my.-.. • Amazon Music/Audible = https://www.audible.com/pd/Pearls-of.-.. • iHeartRadio = https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-pe... • Spotify = https://open.spotify.com/show/6IU1OHw... • Google Podcast = https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...  

298 / We continue our discussion about what's working in the indie author space. We join Douglas Pratt and Nicholas Harvey and share insights on navigating newsletter platforms, maximizing translations, and adapting to the changes in audiobooks and direct sales. This episode is full of practical nut-and-bolts tips and ideas. Newsletter platform pros, cons, and cost-saving tipsSubject lines, open rates, and optimizing reader engagementUsing AI and hybrid methods for international translationsSelling audiobooks direct, wide strategies, and the rise of AI narrationPlanning for balance, productivity, and sustainability in a changing market

Here's the harsh reality: if you lose your audience in the first minute, it's incredibly hard to win them back. So, the first 30 seconds of your presentation, your Attention-Grabbing Opening, has to reach out and grab them! Tune in and learn how to open with an attention-grabbing openings that engage your audiences from word one. Just as important, learn how the common openings many speakers start with are undermining your talks. Resources: PeterGeorgePublicSpeaking.com The Captivating Public Speaker on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJ8HRPWC

This week host @Jackgreenstalk (aka @Jack_Greenstalk on X/instagram backup account) [or contact via email: JackGreenstalk47@gmail.com] is joined by panel with @spartangrown on instagram or X f.k.a. Twitter at https://x.com/grown43626 or email spartangrown@gmail.com for contacting spartan outside social media, any alternate profiles on other social medias using spartan's name, and photos are not actually spartan grown be aware, and Rust Brandon of @fulcrop.sciences / fulcrop.ceo regained Rust.Brandon instagram page, and products can be found at bokashiearthworks.com, and @NoahtheeGrowa on instagram. and @TheAmericanOne on youtube aka @theamericanone_with_achenes on instagram who's amy aces can be found at amyaces.com This week we missed , Matthew Gates aka @SynchAngel on instagram and twitter @Zenthanol on youtube who offers IPM direct chat for $1 a month on patreon.com/zenthanol , @drmjcoco from cocoforcannabis.com as well as youtube where he tests and reviews grow lights and has grow tutorials and @drmjcoco on instagram, and and @ATG Acres Aaron The Grower aka @atgacres his products can be found at atgacres.com and now has product commercially available in select locations in OK, view his instagram to find out details about drops

In Nashville, the heartbeat isn't just a country two-step. It's the pulse of unexpected gigs, viral moments, and shared toasts. So what's the common thread? It's the only currency that matters here: authentic community.In this soulful and spirited episode of Talking Tipsee, host Dallas Jackson gathers with Nashville-based musician Sam Leyde. This is a celebration of the artistic journey, exploring how friendship, authenticity, and resilience form the bedrock of a life in music.The Gifts of Music

In today's episode, we chat with Jen and Michael Caines, the husband-and-wife team behind Moksha Chocolate, a bean-to-bar craft chocolate company based in Boulder, Colorado.Jen and Michael take us inside their world of small-batch chocolate making, from sourcing transparently traded cacao and understanding terroir to roasting, winnowing, grinding, and tempering with meticulous care. They share the unexpected path that led them from education, horticulture, and engineering to running a thriving chocolate company, as well as the challenges and joys of building a business together. They also explore the science of cacao, the rise of ceremonial chocolate, the benefits of functional mushrooms, and the tasting rituals that help people appreciate chocolate as a fine food rather than candy.Join us as Jen and Michael show why artisan chocolate deserves to be savored and valued, reminding us that great chocolate is crafted with intention.

This episode explores how company culture is shaped by the balance between craft and hospitality. We talk about what happens when standards exist without care, and when care exists without standards — and why both extremes create problems for teams and guests alike. Culture, in this sense, becomes the set of signals that tell people how to make the right call in real moments. At its core, the conversation is about clarity and support. When leaders clearly communicate what matters and back it up through consistent decisions, teams don't have to guess whether perfection or people come first. The goal isn't choosing one over the other, but building a culture where craft and hospitality work together to create experiences that feel both thoughtful and human.

Discover why 80% of new ideas fail—even with perfect execution—and how to test market desirability before wasting time and money. Alberto Savoia, Google's first Director of Engineering who launched AdWords, reveals the pretotyping method he developed as Google's Innovation Agitator. Learn the XYZ hypothesis for turning fuzzy ideas into testable assertions, the YODA framework for collecting data that predicts success, and skin-in-the-game validation techniques that reveal real market interest. Author of The Right It: Why So Many Ideas Fail and How to Make Sure Yours Succeed. Essential listening for entrepreneurs, product managers, and innovators who want to build the right product before building it right. Craft your brilliant brand story strategy in minutes, not months, and instantly create compelling content that converts customers with the StoryCycle Genie™ #StoryOn! ≈Park

Sparked by pandemic-era baking trends, interest in small-batch, locally-milled flour is growing among commercial and home bakers. Operations like Camas Country Mill in Oregon and Cairnspring Mills in Washington supply restaurants, bakeries and amateur bakers with high-quality flour sourced from local farmers who use regenerative growing practices.     A new partnership between Cairnspring and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation will bring a flour mill to the reservation in Eastern Oregon. The new facility is expected to expand Cairnspring’s production capacity twelvefold and create 20-25 new jobs.  Kevin Morse is the co-founder and CEO of Cairnspring Mills. Bill Tovey is the director of the CTUIR Department of Economic & Community Development. They both join us to talk about the partnership.

This is a revised and even more in depth look at the groundbreaking theory that came out in 2022 by Joel Thomas. This journey will start at the origins of the Nephilim, move into Evil Enoch and the first secret society and culminate with the question, what is a Nephilim Portal Baby? In Part 2, Joel explores the Legends of the Craft and the mystifying origins of Freemasonry which all lead to a central figure called Enoch. He looks at the Anderson and Oliver Theories and what Albert Mackey's insight was on those craft legends. He then explores the Cooke Manuscript and who it uncovers as the real Enoch from whose lineage the pillars of the seven sciences were hidden before the deluge. Finally, Joel peels back the layers of the first secret society, The Brotherhood of the Snake, and the god, Enki, who created it. The Meadow Project Film: https://merkelfilms.com Free The Rabbits Merch: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.com 25% all Merch with Code: FREERANGE Buy Me A Coffee: Donate Website: https://linktr.ee/joelthomasmedia Follow: Instagram | X | Facebook Watch: YouTube | Rumble Music: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.com Distributed by: merkel.media Produced by: @jack_theproducer INTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Free The Rabbits YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify OUTRO MUSIC Joel Thomas - Joel's Psalm YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify

FOREVER Digital Storage - Their mission is to be the complete, permanent, and safe place where millions of families save and enjoy their memories for generations. Please support this sponsor of the podcast.Episode Summary:In this episode, New York State Senate–funded dyslexia researcher Russell Van Brocklen reveals how his groundbreaking “word-analysis-first” approach helped high school juniors and seniors leap 7–8 grade levels in writing in a single school year. Every one of them entered college. Every one graduated. None needed accommodations.Russell shares the science behind his program, shocking misconceptions about dyslexia, and real stories of students whose passions — baseball, Marvel, welding — became the key to unlocking mastery. Parents and educators will walk away with practical tools they can use tonight.Key Topics:* How word analysis can change everything* Why “lazy” readers aren't lazy* The real reason homework battles escalate* How to break learning into tiny, winnable steps* What schools miss about dyslexia* How one class achieved GRE-level writing readinessLinks: * DyslexiaClasses.com* The Craft of Research Get full access to Melvin E. Edwards at storiesfromreallife.substack.com/subscribe

First… a personal note from Suzi and Michelle: Yes, this really is the last Content Sells episode after 10 incredible years. We will get on with our regular "Show Notes" in just a moment, but first, we wanted to say to you, our dear listener… THANK YOU. We are both so deeply grateful to YOU and have loved making this show for you. Thank you for listening to us on your walks, while driving, at the gym, at work and everywhere else we enjoyed the privilege of your time and attention. We never took that responsibility lightly. Thank you so much for your presence, your feedback, your support and, most of all, for your own adventure as a business owner and content creator – you have inspired us (and continue to inspire us) every single day! Thank you! OK… on with the Show (notes) ;-) It's time to say goodbye to Content Sells! In this final episode, Suzi and Michelle close the door on a decade-long chapter – one that shaped their thinking, their teaching, their businesses, and the lives of thousands of women who tuned in every fortnight. This final episode isn't just a farewell; it's a moment of reflection on what it really means to create content with purpose, longevity, and heart. In this episode, your hosts Suzi Dafnis and Michelle Falzon honour the evolution of the show, the community it's built, and the role it has played inside the HerBusiness ecosystem, the Marketing Success Mastermind and beyond. It's an intimate conversation about endings, beginnings, creative seasons, and the strategic decisions we all face as business owners. You'll hear the behind-the-scenes insights that shaped their 10-year run — from the surprising stats about podcast longevity, to the lessons that kept them consistent, generous, collaborative, and anchored in their mantra: No content without conversion. And while it's the end of the show, you'll hear in this episode how both Suzi and Michelle will continue to support you moving forward. Listen to This Episode to Hear More About: Why Suzi and Michelle chose to end the podcast now — and how to recognise when a piece of content has fulfilled its strategic purpose. The surprising truth about podcast longevity — and what their 10-year run reveals about consistency and audience trust. Why "No content without conversion" remains the single most powerful filter you can apply to any content decision. How understanding your ideal client reshapes everything from episode ideas to strategic messaging. The real reason consistency outperforms intensity — and how fortnightly publishing built a decade-long relationship with listeners. What collaboration makes possible that wouldn't exist if you tried to create in isolation. How a podcast becomes part of your body of work — sharpening your thinking, strengthening your voice, and supporting your legacy. Why generosity is a growth strategy (and how it builds a community that stays with you for years). The "Step 2" gap most business owners miss — and why Episode 11 remains one of their most referenced teachings. What to do when you feel called to pivot — and how both Suzi and Michelle are evolving their work from here. How your 'non-negotiables' simplify decisions and create a rhythm you can sustain for years. Why foundational ideas need to be taught 20 different ways — and how this deepens mastery for you and your clients. A behind-the-scenes look at favourite episodes — from Lady Gaga insights to sales page frameworks and unforgettable guest interviews. The power of saying yes before you feel ready — and how Episode 1 became a threshold moment that shaped everything that followed. What's next for Suzi, Michelle, the Marketing Success Mastermind and the HerBusiness Network – how the work continues, even as the podcast concludes. And so much more… Content Sells Podcast Episodes: EP 01 – The Content Universe https://herbusiness.com/podcast/01-the-content-universe/  EP 02 – Your Ideal Client https://herbusiness.com/podcast/02-your-ideal-client/ EP 11 – The Step 2 Secret https://herbusiness.com/podcast/11-step-2-secret/ EP 23 – How to Craft an Offer That Sells https://herbusiness.com/podcast/how-to-craft-an-offer-that-sells/ EP 121 – Content Lessons We Learned From Lady Gaga https://herbusiness.com/podcast/content-lessons-we-learned-from-lady-gaga/ EP 206 – The 16 Essential Elements of a High-Converting Sales Page https://herbusiness.com/podcast/the-16-essential-elements-of-a-high-converting-sales-page/ EP 225 – How We Produce This Podcast https://herbusiness.com/podcast/how-we-produce-this-podcast/ EP 226 – Best Books for Content Marketers – 2024 Edition ** With Free Download "Content Sells Recommended Reading List" https://herbusiness.com/podcast/best-books-for-content-marketers-2024-edition/ EP 251 – Winning Proposals – How to Get More Clients To Say Yes More Often – Part 1 https://herbusiness.com/podcast/winning-proposals-how-to-get-more-clients-to-say-yes-more-often-part-1/ EP 252 – Winning Proposals – How to Get More Clients To Say Yes More Often – Part 2 https://herbusiness.com/podcast/winning-proposals-how-to-get-more-clients-to-say-yes-more-often-part-2/ EP 273 – How to Grow Your Podcast With Award-Winning Producer & Broadcaster Gab Burke https://herbusiness.com/podcast/how-to-grow-your-podcast-with-award-winning-producer-and-broadcaster-gab-burke/   People and Resources Mentioned: Valerie Khoo — https://www.valeriekhoo.com Jeff Walker — https://jeffwalker.com Marisa Murgatroyd — https://liveyourmessage.com Stu McLaren — https://stumclaren.com Victoria Labalme — https://victorialabalme.com Ryan Levesque — https://ryanlevesque.net/ Joanna Wiebe — https://copyhackers.com Clint Salter — https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintsalter/ Susan Bradley — https://thesocialsalesgirls.com James Wedmore — https://jameswedmore.com Linda Diggle — https://www.lindadiggle.com Amanda Farmer — https://www.yourstrataproperty.com.au Fiona Keary — https://styleliberation.com.au Susan Bell — https://www.susanbell.com.au Cat Matson – https://www.catmatson.com.au/ People Powered Business with Kristy-Lee Billett — https://www.peoplepoweredbusiness.com.au Riverside 2025 Podcast Statistics and Trends Report — https://riverside.com/blog/podcast-statistics Social Media for Small Business Podcast – https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/social-media-for-small-business/id467504559 Content Sells Reading List – https://herbusiness.com/podcast/best-books-for-content-marketers-2024-edition/

Today on Whats My Frame I'm joined by Andrew Fleming. Andrew is a highly accomplished producer, director and screenwriter, most recently known for executive producing and directing the global hit series EMILY IN PARIS. Today Andy and I chat about directing the pilot of EMILY, exploring her world and the exciting new cities and storylines coming to Season 5. A frequent collaborator of Darren Star, Fleming also directed the pilot and additional episodes of Star's series UNCOUPLED, starring Neil Patrick Harris, and directed the pilot and served as executive producer of the Netflix series INSATIABLE, starring Debby Ryan.  On the feature side, Fleming co-wrote and directed the seminal political satire DICK, starring Kirsten Dunst, Michelle Williams, and Will Ferrell as well as cult-favorite genre film THE CRAFT, starring Fairuza Balk, Robin Tunney, Neve Campbell, and Rachel True. He also co-wrote and directed HAMLET 2, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and wrote and directed the Sundance hit film THREESOME, and Paul Rudd/Steve Coogan comedy IDEAL HOME. Fleming was also the director of the Emma Roberts NANCY DREW feature, and the Michael Douglas/Albert Brooks comedy THE IN-LAWS. He has directed the television pilots for such shows as GROSSE POINTE, DIFFICULT PEOPLE, ODD MOM OUT, BAD JUDGE, as well as UNCOUPLED. He has also directed episodes for ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT,  NEW GIRL, RED OAKS, LADY DYNAMITE, YOUNGER & Dolly Parton's HEARTSTRINGS among others. Follow Andrew on IG @andymanf---What's My Frame, hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura Linda Bradley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the WMF creative community now!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whatsmyframe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IMDb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? official site⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

We dive into courageous reinvention with Dr. Kari Borgmann, tracing how a lifetime in accounting turned into a trilogy about love, loss, and second chances. Craft, fear, and practical writing habits meet hope, research, and a surprising new ghost romance set in Ireland.• moving from accounting career to authorship• channeling fear and grief into story• reinvention in midlife and identity shifts• writing process between plotting and discovery• building a trilogy with a planned ending• editing for clarity, depth and sensory detail• the power of support in long marriages• new project: Irish ghost mystery romance• where to buy books and upcoming eventsPlease go give those books a five-star review when you read them! https://amzn.to/4rTeTW3Support the showElsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKSElsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she's also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today's topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW's career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women's novels. Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units . He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more th...

Mat Auryn is the renowned author of multiple award-winning and internationally-acclaimed best-sellers such as 'Psychic Witch' and 'Mastering Magick,' which have been translated into more than a dozen languages. He is a witch, an occult teacher, a highly sought-after speaker, and a retired professional psychic. With decades of experience, Mat has been initiated into several esoteric orders and witchcraft traditions, allowing him to learn from some of the Craft's most esteemed teachers and elders. Moreover, he serves as a High Priest in the Sacred Fires Tradition of Witchcraft and teaches at Modern Witch University. His work has been showcased in various magazines, radio shows, podcasts, books, anthologies, blogs, and other periodicals, including his column in Witches & Pagans Magazine, titled 'Extra-Sensory Witchcraft.' His work is proudly displayed at the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft and Magick, and he was the first recipient of the 'Most Supportive Witch Award' from Witch Way Magazine in recognition of his ongoing support and encouragement of others in the witchcraft community and for focusing on inclusivity within the Craft. He is the co-owner of the metaphysical shop Datura Trading, Co.www.Auryn.net

Rick Spicer is an outdoor educator, bow hunter, and amateur bowyer living in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He is a partner in Pack Rat Outdoor Center, an outdoor adventure gear retailer. Also he is director of Pack Rat's annual adventure race known as Brewha Bushwhack, where participants complete a variety of survival challenges. And he is the creator and founder of Mallorn Gear, which makes rugged and functional quivers. Rick has been mountaineering for many decades and is obsessed with canyoneering in Southern Utah. Please enjoy this episode of Project Quiver on Salish Wolf with Rick Spicer.Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/packratbushcraft/ Brewha Bushwhack Packrat Outdoor CenterMallorn Gear⁠Project Quiver⁠ at Anchor Point ExpeditionsSummary:In this conversation, Rick Spicer shares his extensive experience in traditional archery, bow making, and outdoor education. He discusses his role at the Packrat Outdoor Center, a community-oriented business in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and his passion for hunting and teaching others about traditional archery. Rick also delves into the craft of arrow making, the design of innovative quivers, and the Bruja Bushwhack, an outdoor skills adventure race he organizes. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of community, environmental sustainability, and spending quality time outdoors with family.Show Notes: Rick Spicer has over 26 years of experience in the outdoor retail industry.The Packrat Outdoor Center is a community-oriented business in Fayetteville, Arkansas.Rick is passionate about traditional archery and has been shooting since he was 12.He emphasizes the importance of community and education in outdoor activities.Rick enjoys hunting whitetails and elk, primarily using a bow.He has a unique approach to bow making, focusing on traditional methods.Rick creates custom arrows and quivers, emphasizing craftsmanship and functionality.The Bruja Bushwhack is an outdoor skills adventure race that promotes woodsmanship and teamwork.Rick is committed to environmental sustainability in his business practices.Family time outdoors is a priority for Rick, who enjoys sharing his passions with his children.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Rick Spicer and His Background02:54 The Packrat Outdoor Center: A Community Hub05:53 Traditional Archery: Passion and Expertise08:56 The Craft of Bow Making: Techniques and Materials11:48 Understanding Primitive vs. Traditional Archery14:46 The Art of Arrow Making: A Personal Journey17:53 Quiver Design: Functionality and Innovation20:42 Challenges of Running a Small Business23:54 Balancing Family Life and Outdoor Passion43:38 Family Adventures and Outdoor Activities46:47 Project Quiver: A Father-Daughter Collaboration48:46 The Art of Bowcraft and Lifestyle55:41 The Bruja Bushwhack: An Outdoor Skills Adventure01:00:15 Community Engagement and Environmental Awareness01:04:05 Reflections on Health, Fitness, and Family Dynamics

Moonwater reveals the essence of faith on your path and the support of God and Goddess. What can you trust? If you do trust, how will your actions change? Learn a powerful prayer to embrace the support from the Gods. For more on how to deal with disruption and chaos, see Moonwater's new book, World On Fire. Check it out with the link below. For more from Moonwater, get one of her books: #witch, #Wiccan, #Goddess, #God, #The Craft, #witchcraft, #hope, #friend, #love, #support, #MoonwaterSilverClaw, #WorldOnFire, #hope, #grow, #gratitude, #faith, #trust, #truth,

Most brewery leaders step into leadership because they're good at what they do. They care. They work hard. And they want the people around them to succeed. But at some point, that's not enough. Passion doesn't automatically translate to progress, and well-meaning effort doesn't always grow a healthy team.This session offers a practical look at what it means to lead people on purpose. We'll explore a proven framework for developing your team members on purpose - including the necessary steps and stages, as well as what kind of support they need from you at each step.It's not about adding more to your plate. It's about getting clearer on what leadership actually requires if your goal is to build people, not just fill roles. If you've ever felt stuck between being the go-to person and wanting others to step up, this session will give you language, clarity, and a way forward.Chris Ediger is the founder of Craft Leadership, where he works with breweries to strengthen the people side of the business. Craft works alongside owners, managers, GMs, and shift leads to help them lead with more clarity, coach with more purpose, and build teams that actually work. The approach comes from years spent inside breweries of all shapes and sizes - on the floor with production crews, behind the bar with taproom staff, and in the room with leadership teams making hard calls. With simple tools and honest conversation, Craft helps leaders handle the everyday tension of running a brewery: managing people, keeping standards high, and still walking out the door with something left to give.Learn more about the Craft Leader Certification: https://craftleadership.co/certificationStay up to date with CBP: http://update.craftbeerprofessionals.org/

Josh Brolin is an Academy Award-nominated actor whose 40-year career spans the cult classic The Goonies, acclaimed turns in No Country for Old Men and Milk, and Marvel's billion-dollar Avengers franchise. Brolin joins Willie Geist at Hotel Chelsea to discuss his intense work in Weapons, Running Man, and the third Knives Out film, his resistance to believing his own hype, and how decades of struggle shaped his instincts. Plus, he opens up about the uncomfortable process of writing his memoir and the drive that pushes him to take on demanding roles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's bonus round the geeks are discussing their Black Friday deals and discussing other facets of thanksgiving. Plus, a bonus Super Mario video starring Jason Batemon and Alyssa Molano!Support us:Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DrinkINGeekOUTExclusive DiGo T-Shirts https://drinkingeekout.threadless.com/Another Place for T-Shirts https://drinkingeekout.dashery.com/Alt https://www.teepublic.com/stores/drinkin-geekoutLinks:https://www.instagram.com/drinkingeekout/https://www.threads.net/@drinkingeekouthttps://www.tiktok.com/@drinkingeekouthttps://bsky.app/profile/drinkingeekout.bsky.socialhttps://www.x.com/drinkingeekouthttps://www.facebook.com/DrinkINgeekOut/https://www.drinkingeekout.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Throwbacks are where I re-release old episodes from the archives. So don't worry if you have heard it already, as 'New episodes' will continue to come out on Sundays. To get some of the old episodes heard.~~~The first guest we're going to be meeting is Eric from the state of Maine, and Eric has two UFO sightings to share with us that he witnessed on two different occasions. Then we head out west to California to speak with Steve about a sighting of a large diamond-shaped object he witnessed 50 feet above his neighbour's house, self-illuminated, and made no sound whatsoever.More information on this episode on the podcast website:https://ufochroniclespodcast.com/ep-186-orbs-of-maine-the-diamond-incident/Want to share your encounter on the show? Email: UFOChronicles@gmail.comOr Fill out Guest Form: https://forms.gle/WMX8JMxccpCG2TGc9Podcast Merchandise:https://www.teepublic.com/user/ufo-chronicles-podcastHelp Support UFO CHRONICLES by becoming a Patron:https://patreon.com/UFOChroniclespodcastX: https://twitter.com/UFOchronpodcastThank you for listening!Like share and subscribe it really helps me when people share the show on social media, it means we can reach more people and more witnesses and without your amazing support, it wouldn't be possible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ufo-chronicles-podcast--3395068/support.

How do writers develop their voice, showing us what is important in life?ADA LIMÓN (24th U.S. Poet Laureate, Startlement, The Carrying) explains that her poetry begins with a bodily sensation or curiosity, not an idea. She values the space and breath poetry offers for unknowing and mystery, finding solace in the making and the mess, not in answers. She discusses being free on the page to be her whole, authentic, complicated self.JAY PARINI (Author, Filmmaker, Borges and Me) calls poetry the prince of literary arts—language refined to its apex of memorability. He recounts how his road trip with Borges around Scotland restored him from depression and anxiety following the Vietnam War death of his friend.JERICHO BROWN (Pulitzer Prize-winning Poet, The Tradition, How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft, Practice, and Skill) discusses the rhythm of black vernacular and capturing "symphonic complexity of black life". He shares how he's found a way not to think about personal risk as he's writing.ADAM MOSS (Fmr. Editor, New York Magazine; Author, The Work of Art) relates David Simon's concept of the bounce, in which creativity gains momentum as it is passed between people.VIET THANH NGUYEN (Pulitzer Prize-winning Author, The Sympathizer; To Save and to Destroy) discusses his path to expansive solidarity and capacious grief and how it works against the state's power to divide and conquer. He emphasizes that literature is crucial because authoritarian regimes abuse language; a commitment to the beauty of language is a commitment to truth, and fear is often an indicator of a truth that needs to be spoken.To hear more from each guest, listen to their full interviews.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast

When Jen Simonic and Masey Kaplan's friend lost her mother, she had the challenge of going through her mother's things while grieving her loss. Among her posessions was something almost every crafter has at least one of: a work in progress. Jen and Masey had each finished projects for bereaved family members before, but neither of them could take on this one, a pair of crocheted blankets for two very tall sons. If the two of them were happy to finish a loved one's unfinished craft project, they thought, other fiber artists would be willing to do it, too—fiber artists with a variety of craft skills. And there must be families of deceased crafters who weren't lucky to know someone personally who could take on the task but would treasure having a finished item that their loved one began for them. So began Loose Ends (https://looseends.org/), an organization that Jen and Masey think of as matchmakers for heirs and finishers of uncompleted works, Loose Ends, which was established in May 2023 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit, set out to build a network that connects volunteer crafters with local families to complete projects that were left unfinished by death or disability. Hanging flyers near their homes, Jen and Masey quickly found finishers and projects in crochet, knitting, and quilting. Loose Ends currently seeks finishers in any textile handcraft and matches finishers with projects across the world. Projects under way include weaving, embroidery, and beading, as far afield as Alaska, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Their informational flyer is now available in 12 languages. You may be surprised to learn that for about 2,000 projects in process, 25,000 volunteers have signed up as finishers—so crafters far outnumber craft projects at this time. But Loose Ends is always looking for more volunteer finishers, both to cover a variety of crafts and to match families with nearby finishers when possible. Any of us who love making things with our hands hate to think of our work in progress going to waste, languishing in boxes or (worse) winding up in the trash if we're not able to finish them ourselves. By matching finishers and unfinished works, Loose Ends brings solace to families of deceased crafters and honors the work of their loved ones. Links: Loose Ends Project website (https://looseends.org/) Sign up as a finisher or request help with a loved one's project on the web forms (https://app.looseendsproject.org/). Help families and finishers find Loose Ends by hanging flyers (https://looseends.org/flyers), which are available in several languages. Visit the website to make a donation (https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/65186b43-546a-4077-a1d2-a7998a7ef83f). This episode is brought to you by: Treenway Silks is where weavers, spinners, knitters and stitchers find the silk they love. Select from the largest variety of silk spinning fibers, silk yarn, and silk threads & ribbons at TreenwaySilks.com (https://www.treenwaysilks.com/). You'll discover a rainbow of colors, thoughtfully hand-dyed in Colorado. Love natural? Treenway's array of wild silks provide choices beyond white. If you love silk, you'll love Treenway Silks, where superior quality and customer service are guaranteed. Learning how to weave but need the right shuttle? Hooked on knitting and in search of a lofty yarn? Yarn Barn of Kansas (https://www.yarnbarn-ks.com/) has been your partner in fiber since 1971. Whether you are around the corner from the Yarn Barn of Kansas, or around the country, they are truly your “local yarn store” with an experienced staff to answer all your fiber questions. Visit yarnbarn-ks.com (https://www.yarnbarn-ks.com/) to shop, learn, and explore. Brown Sheep Company is a four-generation family business bringing you high quality wool and natural fiber yarns. We spin and dye U.S.-grown wool into hundreds of vibrant colors at our mill in western Nebraska. Our mill has something to offer for every craft, from our well-known knitting and crochet yarns to wool roving for spinning and felting. We offer U.S-made needlepoint yarn as well as yarn on cones for weaving. Learn more about our company and products at BrownSheep.com (https://brownsheep.com/).

How do writers develop their voice, showing us what is important in life?ADA LIMÓN (24th U.S. Poet Laureate, Startlement, The Carrying) explains that her poetry begins with a bodily sensation or curiosity, not an idea. She values the space and breath poetry offers for unknowing and mystery, finding solace in the making and the mess, not in answers. She discusses being free on the page to be her whole, authentic, complicated self.JAY PARINI (Author, Filmmaker, Borges and Me) calls poetry the prince of literary arts—language refined to its apex of memorability. He recounts how his road trip with Borges around Scotland restored him from depression and anxiety following the Vietnam War death of his friend.JERICHO BROWN (Pulitzer Prize-winning Poet, The Tradition, How We Do It: Black Writers on Craft, Practice, and Skill) discusses the rhythm of black vernacular and capturing "symphonic complexity of black life". He shares how he's found a way not to think about personal risk as he's writing.ADAM MOSS (Fmr. Editor, New York Magazine; Author, The Work of Art) relates David Simon's concept of the bounce, in which creativity gains momentum as it is passed between people.VIET THANH NGUYEN (Pulitzer Prize-winning Author, The Sympathizer; To Save and to Destroy) discusses his path to expansive solidarity and capacious grief and how it works against the state's power to divide and conquer. He emphasizes that literature is crucial because authoritarian regimes abuse language; a commitment to the beauty of language is a commitment to truth, and fear is often an indicator of a truth that needs to be spoken.To hear more from each guest, listen to their full interviews.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram:@creativeprocesspodcast