Podcasts about First Book

Many fans of Edith Wharton's great novels "The Age of Innocence" and "The House of Mirth" may not realize that her very first published book was not a work of fiction at all. In 1897, in collaboration with architect and interior designer Ogden Codman Jr, Wharton published "The Decoration of Houses", at the time, a groundbreaking work on the philosophy of interior design calling for a return to the classic European principles of balance, symmetry and proportion. In fact when she built her own great country home The Mount in Lenox, Massachusetts in 1902, she incorporated many of the French, Italian and British principles she lays out in the book.In this episode, returning guest Dr. Emily Orlando, noted Wharton scholar and author, helps us understand just what the publication of this first book meant to Wharton and the career that was to come. Furthermore, Dr. Orlando addresses the overriding theme of Wharton's own search for home and place that reoccurs regularly in her stories and novels.  We can then understand not only Edith Wharton's concepts for classic architectural design but at least for her - what makes a house a home.Dr. Emily Orlando is the editor of a recently published new annotated edition of "The Decoration of Houses" available wherever books are sold.This episode was produced and edited by Kieran Gannon  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you're a nonfiction author — especially a coach, consultant, speaker, or thought leader — you've probably wrestled with the question:"Should you focus on building your author brand first, or writing the book first?"In this episode of Your Path to Book Publishing, we slow this question down and look at what actually keeps capable authors stuck — and why the answer isn't as simple as choosing one over the other.You'll learn why waiting for clarity often creates more friction than progress, how author voice and positioning are shaped through action, and why the most successful nonfiction authors allow their book and brand to develop together over time.This episode reframes the question entirely and offers a practical way to move forward without feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in planning mode.In this episode, you'll discover:Why “brand vs. book” is often the wrong question to askWhat truly prevents authors from getting startedHow author voice and positioning are developed through use, not theoryWhy focusing on one platform early can accelerate clarityA simple way to build momentum in both your book and your brand at the same timeIf you've been waiting to feel ready before starting your book or building your platform, this episode will help you rethink what readiness actually looks like.Learn more about Your Path to Book Publishing by visiting Juxtabook.com and discover if traditional publishing, self-publishing, or hybrid publishing is right for you. Liked this episode? Share it and tag us on Instagram @juxtabkLove the show? Leave a review and let us know!CONNECT WITH US: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Send us a textNew year, new book! Hannah and Laura are digging into the first half of Faithful Place by Tana French. They chat about French's love for the main character, her ability to crush us with a family drama, and Laura guesses whodunnit at the end of the episode! They also chat about some manga series that Laura has been enjoying, an incredible audiobook that Hannah listened to, Hannah's thoughts on the final season of Stranger Things, and how Laura has reached her "sexy quota" for the year already.*This episode contains SPOILERS for Faithful Place by Tana French. Spoiler section begins at: 28 min 11 secs ***CW for the episode: discussions of murder, abuse, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, familial trauma, police, detectives, violence, poverty, familial disputes, alcoholism, corpses, death, strangulation, mental illnesses*Apologies for some audio issues on Hannah's end! *Media Mentions:Faithful Place by Tana French Blue Box by Kouji Miura A Side Character's Love Story by Akane TamuraSpy x Family by Tatsuya Endo Witch Hat Atelier by Kamome Shirahama Heated Rivalry---HBO Max Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher Lost in the Moment and Found by Seanan McGuire Stranger Things---Netflix Taskmaster---YouTube Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter (updates only): @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

On today's show, I have two great guests joining me. The legend Michael Ian Black comes on at about one hour and 12 minutes but before that at 49 minutes, I speak with Venezuela expert and NYU historian Dr. Alejandro Velasco.   Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete   Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you!   Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous soul Michael Ian Black is a multi-media talent who's starred in numerous films and TV series, written and/or directed two films, is a prolific author and commentator, and regularly tours the country performing his ribald brand of jokes and observations.  Subscribe to his substack       Support him on Patreon He most recently starred in TVLand's "The Jim Gaffigan Show" and Comedy Central's "Another Period." He also reprised one of his iconic film roles in Netflix's "Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later," and previously in "Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp." His third standup comedy special, "Noted Expert," was released on Epix. Black's authored 11 books, including the recently released best seller, "A Child's First Book of Trump." He's written two well-received memoirs: "Navel Gazing: True Tales of Bodies, Mostly Mine (but also my mom's, which I know sounds weird)", and "You're Not Doing It Right: Tales of Marriage, Sex, Death and Other Humiliations." In 2012, he collaborated with conservative Meghan McCain on "America, You Sexy Bitch: A Love Letter to Freedom." He's the author of "My Custom Van (and 50 Other Mind-Blowing Essays That Will Blow Your Mind All Over Your Face)," and seven children's books, including "Cock-a-Doodle-Doo-Bop!," "Naked", "Chicken Cheeks," "The Purple Kangaroo," "A Pig Parade Is A Terrible Idea" and "I'm Bored." He also writes book reviews for the New York Times. Previously, Black released two stand-up specials, "Very Famous" and "I Am A Wonderful Man." He and Tom Cavanagh host the popular podcast, "Mike and Tom Eat Snacks." He also writes and hosts a podcast with Michael Showalter, "Topics," and his own interview podcast, "How To Be Amazing." He hosts "Debate Wars" on SeeSo, and he recently hosted "Easiest Game Show Ever" on Pop TV. Sketch comedy fans know Black's work on "The State," "Viva Variety," "Stella" and "Michael and Michael Have Issues" all of which he co-created, wrote and starred in. Other TV credits include quirky bowling alley manager 'Phil' on the NBC series "Ed," and his hilarious commentary on cable's "I Love the..." series. He recently starred in two hit web series that migrated to cable TV: "Burning Love" on E! and "You're Whole" on Adult Swim. Black's movie roles include "Slash," "Smosh: The Movie," "They Came Together," "Hell Baby," "This is 40," "Wet Hot American Summer," "Take Me Home Tonight," "Reno 911!: Miami," "The Ten" and "The Baxter." Black wrote and directed the film "Wedding Daze," starring Jason Biggs and Isla Fisher. He also co-wrote the comedy "Run, Fatboy, Run," directed by David Schwimmer and starring Simon Pegg, Hank Azaria and Thandie Newton.  ___________________________________________________________ Alejandro Velasco holds joint appointments in the Gallatin School and the Department of History, and was Executive Editor of the NACLA Report on the Americas from 2015 to 2021. Before NYU, he taught at Hampshire College, where he was Five College Fellow, and at Duke University. His research in the areas of social movements, urban politics, and democratization has won support from the Social Science Research Council, the Ford and Mellon Foundations, and the American Historical Association, among others, and has appeared in journals including the Hispanic American Historical Review, the Latin American Research Review, Labor, and others. Velasco's first book Barrio Rising: Urban Popular Politics and the Making of Modern Venezuela (University of California Press, 2015), won the 2016 Fernando Coronil Prize for best book on Venezuela, awarded biennially by the Section on Venezuelan Studies of the Latin American Studies Association. His teaching includes interdisciplinary courses on contemporary Latin America, among them seminars on human rights, cultural studies, and urban social movements; historical methods courses on 20th-century revolutions; graduate courses on urban political history and oral history; and workshops with primary and secondary school educators. A frequent media contributor, his editorials and analysis have appeared in NACLA, Nueva Sociedad, The Nation, the New York Times, the Washington Post, Current History, History News Network, BBC History Magazine, and others. Velasco also frequently contributes radio and television commentary in outlets including NPR, MSNBC, Al Jazeera, CBS, France 24, the BBC, and the CBC. On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo

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From 1520 to 1560, the style-conscious accountant Matthäus Schwarz and his son Veit Konrad immortalized their adventures in dressing in a series of stunning, hand-painted portraits that provide a window into the period within which they lived. In this 2023 episode, historians Ulinka Rublack and Maria Hayward join us to discuss this extraordinary primary source which was published in full color in the The First Book of Fashion: The Book of Clothes of Matthaeus and Veit Konrad Schwarz of Augsburg. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion?  Our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠classes⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠bookshelf⁠⁠⁠ with over 150 of our favorite fashion history titles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning! God bless you. It's a great day in Jesus Christ! This here is DAY 58 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 31, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning. Thank you for serving my friend, truly. And this is DAY 57 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 30, 2025. Amen.⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Rabbi Saadia Gaon's sefer Emunot V'Deot (Book of Beliefs and Opinions) innovated the genre of Jewish philosophy. Long before Rabbi Yehuda HaLevi and the Rambam, R. Saadia paved the road for viewing Jewish principles through a lens of classic Greek philosophy, the science of his time, and is justifiably where Jewish philosophy begins. Join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rabbi Daniel Korobkin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ as he explores this important, monumental work, tracing the differences in approach between R. Saadia and those who came after him.For the original course page please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://webyeshiva.org/course/emunot-vdeot-the-first-book-of-jewish-philosophy/

Bruce Robert Coffin is the award-winning author of the Detective Byron Mysteries. Former detective sergeant with more than twenty-seven years in law enforcement, he is the winner of Killer Nashville's Silver Falchion Awards for Best Procedural, and Best Investigator, and the Maine Literary Award for Best Crime Fiction Novel. Visit his website at http://www.brucerobertcoffin.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers#theuniversityseries #BruceRobertCoffin #CrimsonThaw

Good morning! Hope today is going along well for you. This here is DAY 56 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 29, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Bruce Robert Coffin is the award-winning author of the Detective Byron Mysteries. Former detective sergeant with more than twenty-seven years in law enforcement, he is the winner of Killer Nashville's Silver Falchion Awards for Best Procedural, and Best Investigator, and the Maine Literary Award for Best Crime Fiction Novel. Visit his website at http://www.brucerobertcoffin.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers#theuniversityseries #BruceRobertCoffin #CrimsonThaw

Merry CHRIST (mass) my friend, I pray this is a good time for you. Amen. This here is DAY 52 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 23, 2025. (No class this Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.) Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning my friend, God bless you! This here is DAY 51 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 22, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Good morning dear friend, God bless you. This here was fun, it's DAY 50 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 19, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning! Happy day in Christ. This is a little different than normal, it's DAY 49 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 18, 2025. Thank you for your precious time, I pray it comes back multiplied. Amen.⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning my friend, God bless you! This here is, and I think, interesting, DAY 48 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 17, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Greetings friend. You are important. Yes, to the people in your life, and to God. This here is DAY 47 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 16, 2025. God bless you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Howdy friend, God bless you. This here is DAY 46 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 15, 2025. It's an old retired trucker talking about Jesus. Amen.⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Hanukkah Special! Day 1 of the reading from the First Book of Maccabees

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God bless you dear friend. Thank you for loving Jesus Christ, the Saviour of the world. This here is DAY 44 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 11, 2025. (It's very very long!) Have a great day!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning. It's a great day in Jesus Christ. This here is a long talk and it's DAY 43 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 10, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Good morning. It's a great day! This here is DAY 42 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 9, 2025. Thank you kindly for giving your time to listen. Amen!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

French-Armenian guitarist Waxx has just released a new cover album "Etincelles 2", which features collaborations with beloved French artists such as rapper MC Solaar and singer Jain, as well as up-and-coming musicians like Solann. He tells Marjorie Hache about this new record and his first book "Shuffle", which explores the stories behind the songs. They also check out new music from Guns N' Roses, Sampa The Great and Melody's Echo Chamber.

Good morning! It's a great day in Jesus Christ, Saviour of the world. Amen. This here is DAY 41 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 8, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

***2025 RADiO SHOW WiLL BE LiVE ON YOUTUBE 12/31 (DM SUBMISSIONS)***Checking in with Matthew W. Charles, a longtime friend of the podcast who is a renowned DIY touring expert, singer-songwriter, punk frontman, merch maker, and now an AUTHOR. Matt talks about the BEST band merch, shares DIY touring wisdom, dissects his latest solo release, and gives insight on putting out his new LYRIC BOOK.Matt will be on tour in the South in February! Keep an eye on his INSTAGRAM, buy his music on BANDCAMP, and check out his merch biz at DO IT NOW T-SHIRTS.➤PLAYLIST:1. Don't Let The World Control You - Matthew W. Charles2. No Excuse For A Cheap Suit - Matthew W. Charles3. Hate The Radio - Matthew W. Charles➤SUPPORT ME:⭐*SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST ON YOUTUBE*⭐✍️ LEAVE A REVIEW & FOLLOW ON OTHER PODCAST PLATFORMS!➤I ENDORSE:🎥 LIVE RECORD WITH CART_MUSIC IN PHILLY👕 DO IT NOW T-SHIRTS FOR MERCH➤MY AFFILIATES:📶 $20 OFF VISIBLE PHONE PLAN [Code 3RV7LB2]♨️ STEAM UP IN A SAUNABOX

Good morning dearly beloved, God bless you!! This here is DAY 39 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 4 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Pastor Jim Garfield is in studio to talk about his first book, Nuggets: Immediate Useful Reminders to Stay Encouraged.

Good day my friend! May the Lord Jesus bless your life this day. Amen. Here is DAY 37 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 2, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Self-publishing a medical book involves more than writing—you need ISBNs, copyright registration, and retail barcodes to succeed. This episode breaks down each requirement so you can publish with confidence. To learn more, visit: https://writerservices.net/strategy-session/ Writer Services, LLC City: Canton Address: 225 Reformation Pkwy Website: https://writerservices.net

Welcome to a new month, and to the last of 2025! This here is DAY 36 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 1, 2025.Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

In my first tiny book, there are mistakes of various kinds. I've decided to keep them. Here's why.This video is based on a post I wrote on Substack. Read it for free here: https://open.substack.com/pub/fabiocerpelloni/p/this-is-writing?r=2iifxg&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false"Tiny Book Author" is now on Amazon - https://a.co/d/7QfZyr8

God bless you friend! Thank you for receiving Jesus Christ as your Saviour and Lord, born again of the Spirit. Amen. This here is DAY 35 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 28, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Happy Thanksgiving dearly beloved, may you really enjoy your family and friends at this time. This here is DAY 33 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 26, 2025. Thank you!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Greetings dear friend, thank you kindly for giving your time to be here, DAY 32 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " November 25, 2025. May there be value and benefit for you and your life. Amen!⎯JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Send us a textAttention Listeners - due to Upcoming Vacations, A significant relocation, and the Autumn/Winter holidays, this will be our last episode until January! Join us then and in the meantime check out Rebooty and the Beast to catch up with our other show before we return in 2026!In this episode, Matt and Enn continue Winter's Heart from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series! This week we cover Chapters 20 & 21 - thanks for joining us!Ch. 20: Questions of TreasonCh. 21: A Matter of Property------------------------------------------------------------------Purchase Enn's First Book!!!: https://a.co/d/hyrYwW5Radiant (Words of Power Book 1) is available NOW in Paperback and Digital!! (Enn's pseudonym is Jordan Willis Bright)Follow Enn's Author page on IG: @Jordanwillisbright - https://www.instagram.com/jordanwillisbright/ Follow Matt's Art Account: @DrawnwiththeWindFabulous https://www.instagram.com/drawnwiththewindfabulous/ Support the show

Stella Boheme is the Queen of Glam Tarot. She's been reading tarot for over 30 years, guiding countless clients toward clarity, transformation, and empowerment. With a foundation in sacred tarot practice and a flair for dramatic, mystical storytelling, Stella blends theatricality with transformation. Whether she's reading your cards, designing a Glam Legacy Spread, or curating a spell jar, every moment is infused with intention, artistry, and a wink of glam. Beyond readings, Stella is a performer, teacher, and ritualist. Whether you're curious about tarot, looking to transform your life, or simply craving a little enchantment, she invites you to join her on this journey.https://www.queenofglamtarot.com Learn more or book a reading at juanfranciscospirit.com, or follow Juan at @juanfranciscospirit on social media.

When Sharon Price John was a kid, she spent a summer determined to climb a massive tree. After several falls, she reached the top, only to realize she didn't know how to get down. As darkness fell, she jumped into the pine needles below and learned a lasting lesson: tough goals can be fun. Years later, that same mindset guided her as CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, a company that was $49 million in the red. Instead of retreating, she climbed again, leading one of retail's greatest comebacks. In this episode, Sharon shares how to face fear with curiosity, lead with heart, and use storytelling to spark transformation in business and life. Sharon Price John is the President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, where she led one of retail's most inspiring turnarounds. She is also the author of Stories & Heart and Chair of the Toy Association. In this episode, Ilana and Sharon discuss (00:00) Introduction (02:17) The Truth Behind Every “Overnight” Success (03:53) The Tree That Taught Her Courage (07:16) Breaking Into Advertising (13:49) Climbing the Ladder at Mattel (19:41) When Her Startup Collapsed (28:55) Leading a Turnaround When Everything Seems Lost (32:44) The One Rule Every Great Leader Lives By (33:40) Avoiding the Mistakes That Cost You Most (38:12) The Strategy That Saved Build-A-Bear (50:57) Leading With Courage and Clarity Through Crisis(01:04:33) Storytelling as the Heart of Great Leadership Sharon Price John has served as President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop since 2013, leading the brand from a $49 million loss to record profitability. Before Build-A-Bear, she held senior roles at Hasbro, Mattel, and Stride Rite Children's Group, earning a reputation as a turnaround expert. Sharon is the author of Stories & Heart and serves on the boards of Jack in the Box and First Book. She is also Chair of the Toy Association.  Connect with Sharon: Sharon's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharon-price-john-26239820 Sharon's Website: storiesandheart.com Resources Mentioned: Sharon's Book, Stories & Heart: Unlock the Power of Personal Stories to Create a Life You Love: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1950863441 First Book: https://firstbook.org Build-A-Bear Workshop: https://www.buildabear.com  Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Check out our free training today at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training

This week on⁠ The Tarot Diagnosis⁠, I'm taking you behind the scenes of writing my new book, Dark Shadow, Golden Shadow (available for pre-order now, out December 8, 2025!).In this deeply personal episode, I share what happened the day I received my author copies: yes, including the moment I froze and couldn't open the box. But more than that, I offer a director's cut of the book itself - reading passages aloud, reflecting on what surprised me as I wrote it, and unpacking the emotional and psychological process behind writing about the shadow being an act of personal shadow work.Together, we explore:What it really feels like to be seen, exposed, and publishedThe existential terror of transparencyHow magical tools like crystals became sacred support in therapyThe Queen of Swords as persona and protector (hello, favorite archetype)A real-life case study of shadow integration in therapyWhat Sartre, Jung, Brene Brown, and tarot have in commonAnd yes, I do a bit of spontaneous exposure therapy by reading straight from the physical book instead of my digital copy (gulp). Spoiler: I also spill the behind-the-scenes tea on publisher recommendations, imposter syndrome, and what it's like to hold your life's work in one trembling hand while clutching herbal tea in the other.Whether you're a longtime listener or just discovering the podcast, this episode offers a vulnerable look into the creative process, the messiness of being seen, and the transformative power of shadow integration.

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt and Enn continue Winter's Heart from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series! This week we cover Chapters 18 & 19 - thanks for joining us! LOTS of chit chat at the start of this one -  lol 18 min for skippers!Ch. 18: An OfferCh. 19: Three Women---------------------------------------------------------------Purchase Enn's First Book!!!: https://a.co/d/hyrYwW5Radiant (Words of Power Book 1) is available NOW in Paperback and Digital!! (Enn's pseudonym is Jordan Willis Bright)Follow Enn's Author page on IG: @Jordanwillisbright - https://www.instagram.com/jordanwillisbright/ Follow Matt's Art Account: @DrawnwiththeWindFabulous https://www.instagram.com/drawnwiththewindfabulous/ Support the show

He beat cancer four times, kicked addiction, then found freedom in the mud. Nick Klingensmith went from victim to Spartan, trading comfort for purpose and excuses for effort. He shares what it takes to rebuild when life keeps knocking you down and how to find a WHY so strong it outlasts pain, excuses, and fear. Stop waiting. Move and get free. Watch now!   Timestamps: 00:00 Nick's Childhood and Early Life 00:28 Getting a Cancer Diagnosis 01:09 Staying Positive Through Cancer 01:52 Other Health Issues 02:42 Hitting Rock Bottom & Alcoholism 04:39 The Turning Point & Spartan Races 05:49 The First Race & Rediscovering Freedom 07:13 Addiction to Progress 07:50 Writing the First Book 08:54 The Power of Feeling Alive 10:27 Finding Spartan Community 12:30 Advice for Those Stuck on the Couch 13:40 How to Connect to Nick 14:23 Find Purpose & Dream Bigger 16:26 Choosing Strength Over Victimhood 19:01 Perspective and Gratitude 20:16 Overcoming Fear & Embracing Scars  

In this episode, Martha celebrates the re-release of her very first book, Entertaining. Nearly 43 years after its original publication, Martha sits down with some of the incredible people who helped her create the book – recounting some of their favorite memories and recipes, their best loved behind-the-scenes stories, and all the wonderful parties they catered. Find out what they love most about working with Martha and what they’re doing now – four decades later. It’s a nostalgic trip down the memory lane that started it all. Be sure to listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt and Enn continue Winter's Heart from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series! This week we cover Chapters 16 & 17 - thanks for joining us!Ch. 16: An Unexpected EncounterCh. 17: Pink Ribbons----------------------------------------------------------------Purchase Enn's First Book!!!: https://a.co/d/hyrYwW5Radiant (Words of Power Book 1) is available NOW in Paperback and Digital!! (Enn's pseudonym is Jordan Willis Bright)Follow Enn's Author page on IG: @Jordanwillisbright - https://www.instagram.com/jordanwillisbright/ Follow Matt's Art Account: @DrawnwiththeWindFabulous https://www.instagram.com/drawnwiththewindfabulous/ Support the show

This week on Inspire + Move, I'm sitting down with the incredibly talented Carly Ottaway, the author of COMING HOME, creator of The Mirror Effect, and founder of the award-winning boutique marketing agency Web of Words. Carly opens up about the soul-led process of writing her first book, how storytelling has shaped every chapter of her life, and what it really looks like to share your truth from the heart. This is one of those conversations that will have you reflecting deeply on your own story, creativity, and the power of slowing down to truly hear what your life is telling you.Tune in to hear more about: • How Carly's lifelong love of storytelling evolved into building a business and now a published book. • The transformation that happens when you write from a place of truth, starting with letters to your younger self. • Creative process and rituals: how voice notes, walks, and journal entries became full chapters. • Navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, and authorship all at once and learning to slow down.• Why paying attention to the signs matters.Whether you're dreaming of writing a book, stepping into a new season of creativity, or just need the reminder that your story matters, I'd love to know what you took away from this episode! Message me on IG @AlliArruda and stick around for part 2 of our conversation!Carly's Links:https://www.carlyottaway.com/https://www.cominghomebook.com  https://www.instagram.com/itscarlyottaway https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlyottaway/ Reader bonuses: https://www.carlyottaway.com/book#bonuses If you're ready to build momentum and level up your fitness and your business, Send me a DM @AlliArruda with the word GROWTH to learn how we can help support you!

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt and Enn continue Winter's Heart from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series! This week we cover Chapters 14 & 15 - thanks for joining us!Ch. 14: What a Veil HidesCh. 15: In Need of a Bellfounder--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Purchase Enn's First Book!!!: https://a.co/d/hyrYwW5Radiant (Words of Power Book 1) is available NOW in Paperback and Digital!! (Enn's pseudonym is Jordan Willis Bright)Follow Enn's Author page on IG: @Jordanwillisbright - https://www.instagram.com/jordanwillisbright/ Follow Matt's Art Account: @DrawnwiththeWindFabulous https://www.instagram.com/drawnwiththewindfabulous/ Support the show

If you've been spinning your wheels trying to decide which book to write first… this episode is for you. In just 5 minutes, you'll walk through a simple but powerful process to: ✅ Narrow down your book ideas ✅ Choose the breakthrough you're ready to write about ✅ Find the clarity and confidence to move forward This is the same process we teach inside our Book Writing Lab workshop — and it's helped so many Christian writers finally get unstuck and finish their books. You don't need to write your entire life story. You just need to start with one message you've lived.

Send us a textIn this episode, Matt and Enn continue Winter's Heart from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series! This week we cover Chapter - thanks for joining us!Ch. 13: Ideas of Importance-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Purchase Enn's First Book!!!: https://a.co/d/hyrYwW5Radiant (Words of Power Book 1) is available NOW in Paperback and Digital!! (Enn's pseudonym is Jordan Willis Bright)Follow Enn's Author page on IG: @Jordanwillisbright - https://www.instagram.com/jordanwillisbright/ Follow Matt's Art Account: @DrawnwiththeWindFabulous https://www.instagram.com/drawnwiththewindfabulous/ Support the show