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Ever feel like your brain's running a million miles a minute, or that anxiety is holding you back? You're not alone.This week on "A Mental Health Break," we're joined by the insightful and fan-favorite, Josh Gryniewicz, founder of Odd Duck, a creative communication consultancy dedicated to driving social change through powerful storytelling. But beyond his professional prowess, Josh brings a deeply personal perspective to our conversation.Josh opens up about his journey with ADHD and General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), sharing how these experiences have shaped his path and led him to embrace his true self. He'll offer an honest look at the daily realities and challenges, as well as the unique strengths that can come with neurodiversity.In this episode, Josh reveals:Practical tips and coping mechanisms for managing ADHD and anxiety in everyday life.How his work in social change communication and understanding complex narratives has uniquely informed his approach to mental well-being.The importance of leaning into your authentic self, even when grappling with mental health challenges.His journey co-writing Interrupting Violence, and how understanding powerful stories can help us understand ourselves.Josh's story is a powerful reminder that our personal experiences, even the challenging ones, can become sources of strength and catalysts for positive change. If you're navigating ADHD, anxiety, or simply looking for inspiration on living authentically, this episode is a must-listen.Press play now to gain new perspectives and practical insights from Josh on how to thrive with ADHD and anxiety.You can enjoy his previous visit to the show by following his journey from April 13, 2021 here: https://amentalhealthbreak.buzzsprout.com/743867/episodes/8287624-a-d-h-d-g-a-d-don-t-have-to-hold-you-backYou can also enjoy his latest stop on Writing with Authors here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_NBtoROtC4&list=PLat9MDCRaOgII1QIa_8IhsoBZMPizmiQ2&index=26&t=359sSupport the showHave a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production.CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

Where did Robin Hood come from and why is this version Temu Batman? We explore the bewilderingly modern visual and narrative aesthetics of the Taran Edgerton and Jamie Fox Robin Hood which may be the most heterosexual movie we've watched on the pod. Cullen delves into the oldest Robin Hood ballads, Krizabeth tries to determine if Robin Hood only helps people to impress Marian, and Hobz asks “wait, isn't this just real life now?”   Check out Hobz on Twitch and TikTok  Research for this episode: Robin Hood: Separating Fact from Fiction by J.C. Holt  ====================================   Watch Us on YouTube!   Follow Our Adventures on Social Media:   @notmyfantasypod Instagram TikTok   Research & Writing by Cullen Callaghan.  This episode was edited by Cullen Callaghan.   Cover Art by William Callaghan Intro Music: "The Quest" by Scott Little.

It's the fantasy of countless Wall Street analysts. Amran Gowani traded his lucrative career in hedge funds for the scarily solitary world of novel writing. His debut satirical novel Leverage draws from his insider experience at investment banks and hedge funds, exposing the toxic culture and perverse incentives that drive corporate America's financial sector. In this bracingly frank conversation, Gowani confesses his transformation from organic chemistry PhD dropout to pharmaceutical marketing executive to Wall Street analyst, and finally to full-time novelist. He reveals the harsh economic realities of publishing fiction, the challenges of first-time novel writing, and how he channeled his corporate experiences into satirizing the very system that employed him. 1. Publishing Economics vs. Wall Street Profits "The money I made in the mid 2010s on my Wall Street Bank dwarfs the money I made on the advance I got for my novel and that's and I actually got a pretty good advance... You don't write novels because you want money or at least you shouldn't if you're looking for money."2. Structural Problems Drive Toxic Behavior "When you run companies and you tell people that the only thing that matters in your company as shareholder value. Then people are gonna do everything they can to maximize shareholder value... When you create perverse incentives, I mean, you're gonna get perverse outcomes."3. Writing as Processing and Understanding "I wrote my book and I write in general because I think it helps me process the world around me. It helps me understand the world round me... that's my way of processing the world and and communicating ideas that I think are important using the the satirical framework."4. Modern Authors Must Be Marketers "I don't think that you can just be like, I'm going to sit it out. I'm not going to be on social media. I'm Not going to have a newsletter, and just be like, I'm just going to write a great book, and I'm going to get found. Like, I don't think that's really viable anymore."5. AI Won't Replace Human Storytelling "Nobody wants to read, no serious reader wants to read a novel written by a computer... It's not a person, it's not a living entity behind the words, no matter how realistic they might seem... when you're looking to connect it like a human experience... people wanna read a book written by basically a linear regression machine."No, not everyone can or will be Michael Lewis. But Gowani should be applauded for both his bravery and honesty. We should all wish him the best of luck with Leverage. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Cottonmouth, the town of misfit spies. What does the US government do with spies and special operators when they pass their expiration date? They retire them to a small town deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas, where they're certain to cause no trouble. A collection of broken spies, former double agents, and retired operators lives in secrecy, under the watchful eye of the government in the small, deep-woods town of Cottonmouth, Texas. Jay S. Bell joins the show to talk about: The Origin of Welcome to Cottonmouth Writing an ensemble of spies Jay's pulp fiction favorites Playing with genres And much more! Pick Up Welcome to Cottonmouth https://a.co/d/7JJ8faL Pick up my pulp treasure hunt novel, One Man's Treasure https://a.co/d/i19YMn7 Pick up my 1920's Aviator novella, Unwanted Passenger https://a.co/d/5FVQJWU  Follow Jay: https://www.jaysbell.com/ https://x.com/pprbackwrtr https://www.instagram.com/jaysbell2025/ Follow The Show! https://terrancelayhew.com/suitup/ https://www.instagram.com/suitup.author https://www.facebook.com/tlayhew  

Mark is joined by children's Author Michael Rosen as they discuss Jewish history, Language as a philosophy,  underestimating dictators, Writing for children  - and Yiddish swear words.  You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod  For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod  Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel   Follow Michael on twitter/x @Michaelrosenyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sandy offers a behind-the-scenes look at a major TV show that recently made a surprising mistake—killing off a character twice. How did this happen, and who was responsible? We'll explore these questions with a focus on "And Just Like That." Even if you haven't watched the series, you'll find valuable insights here. Additionally, Sandy discusses how continuity is usually managed in TV production, highlighting Gregg Nations, the talented script coordinator from "LOST," as covered in a New York Times profile.  Executive Producer Kristin Overn, Executive Producer/Creator Sandy Adomaitis, Producer Terry Sampson, with music by Ethan Stoller.

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Send us a textWrapping up our fifth season with this summer's top ten tips:10. Conduct Interesting Interviews9. Love Lists8. Discover Structure7. Setting Is a Super Tool6. Side Write5. Value Vulnerability4. Tell a Story3. Devise Dynamic Dialogue2. Cut 10%1. Have Fun and Be KindThis year my cousin, my friend, my writing partner, and this podcast's biggest benefactor, Steven Kent, passed away unexpectedly during the crafting of this episode. Before I head off to start my summer writing, I have a favor to ask you. If this podcast has ever brought you joy, made you feel less alone on your writing and/or teaching journey, made you feel seen, given you a tip that's improved your writing and/or teaching, or given you a chance to talk about your work, please consider donating to the 4KentGirlsFund on Go Fund Me.Support the show

From touring Europe as a musician, to a 12 year career in publishing working with some of the world's biggest authors - Hattie William's is now a celebrated debut author whose novel Bittersweet has secured a six figure deal with Orion Fiction.Set in the heady, complex world of London publishing, Bittersweet explores a toxic age-gap relationship, the messy beauty of female friendship, and the hidden wounds that shape our choices.Hattie opens up about how the story and characters arrived, and her history as a reader. We discuss everything from Ted Hughes and Sylvia Plath to friendship, grief, ambition, and emotional dependency - plus the unexpected joy of writing strong, surprising friendships.

In January, Timothy O'Grady joined Dion and Joe on the podcast to talk about Say Nothing and what it got wrong.What stayed in people's minds was his reading from his novel Monaghan.With the publication of that novel this summer, Tim returns to Free State to talk about what he has learned about war and killing through years talking to people involved in the Troubles. He explains how it shaped his novel and he talks about the work he's doing with his friend Stephen Rea on the actor's memoirs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode features Christine Tulley, president and executive writing coach at Defend, Publish, and Lead, sharing her top 5 favorite podcasts for academic writing and thinking. She discusses "Academic Aunties," a monthly podcast offering advice to new academics from experienced faculty; "Deep Questions with Cal Newport," which explores productivity and deep work techniques for academic research; "Don't Wait to Write," a discontinued podcast that provided short writing prompts and practical tips; "The New Books Network," featuring in-depth interviews with authors about their scholarly works and writing processes; and "This is Research," an innovative podcast examining theoretical and methodological approaches to modern research. Tulley explains why she finds each podcast valuable, noting how some provide quick inspiration while others offer deeper exploration of scholarly writing. She emphasizes the variety of formats and approaches, from short episodes to longer deep dives, and how each serves different needs for academic writers and researchers. The episode concludes with information about discount codes for the Textbook and Academic Authors Association membership, which Tulley recommends as a cost-effective professional development resource.   SLIDES FOR THIS EPISODE  Slides    PODCASTS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Academic Aunties On Apple Podcast This is Research On Apple Poscast Deep Questions with Cal Newport On Apple Poscast Check out Summer Schedules episode New Books Network On Apple Podcast Don't Wait to Write On Apple Podcast   DEFEND PUBLISH & LEAD RESOURCES Set your writing goals with us!. Try us out in a free consultation. James Lang is one of our writing coach and can be hired to develop projects. Email christine@defendpublishlead.com to learn more.  Are you a faculty developer? Check out our low cost virtual workshops.  Check out our current and past workshops at Eventbrite for writing support content.  A FREE webinar is posted each month. Missed a workshop? Request a workshop or webinar recording from christine@defendandpublish.com Don't forget about the wonderful resources at Textbook and Academic Authors Association. The organization can be found at: https://www.taaonline.net/ New to TAA? Join for just $30 using discount code TAA70 for 70% off!!! Returning TAA members can use the coupon code TAADP10 for $10 off an annual membership. You will also receive a copy of the eBook, Guide to Making Time to Write: 100+ Time & Productivity Management Tips for Textbook and Academic Authors. 

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#1 New York Times bestselling author, Anne Lamott, spoke with me about 40 years of teaching writing, how to write more bravely, on sh*tty first drafts, and sharing hacks she's learned over her career at the Writers Rising 2024 retreat. Anne Lamott is the author of 20 books, including New York Times bestsellers Help, Thanks, Wow; Dusk, Night, Dawn; Traveling Mercies; and Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life, as well as seven novels. Her latest book, Somehow: Thoughts on Love was a #1 New York Times bestseller. Publishers Weekly praised “…her ability to distill complex truths with a deceptive lightness” in their starred review. Anne is a recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship, an inductee to the California Hall of Fame, and was recently a columnist for The Washington Post. She has taught at UC Davis, writing conferences across the country, and is currently an artist in residence at A Writing Room Collective. [Discover ⁠The Writer Files Extra⁠: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at ⁠writerfiles.fm⁠] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please ⁠click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews⁠. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Anne Lamott and I discussed:  The debt of honor that is the writing life Why you don't have to know everything to finish your book What it was like getting inducted into the California Hall of Fame next to Mark Zuckerberg and Serena Williams The importance of accountability for staying on track Why you need to stop not writing and get your butt in the chair And a lot more! Show Notes: ⁠Writers Rising 2024⁠ ⁠awritingroom.com⁠ ⁠Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life⁠ by Anne Lamott (Amazon) ⁠Somehow: Thoughts on Love⁠ By Anne Lamott (Amazon) ⁠Anne Lamott Amazon Author Page⁠ ⁠Anne Lamott on Twitter⁠ ⁠Anne Lamott on Facebook⁠ ⁠Anne Lamott on Instagram⁠ ⁠Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calliope Nicholas is the Co-Director and Manager of Residency Programs at Millay Arts, the artists residency program situated at the former home of Edna St. Vincent Millay, in Austerlitz, New York. The mission of Millay Arts is to support "the work and creative process of multidisciplinary artists through a range of residencies that enrich lives and communities locally and globally.” For those who do not know, a residency is a gift of time and space for creatives. Listen in as Calliope Nicholas and Qwerty Podcast host, Marion Roach Smith, talk about how and when to apply, why to apply and what to expect from an artist's residency. The QWERTY podcast is brought to you by the book The Memoir Project: A Thoroughly Non-Standardized Text for Writing & Life. Read it, and begin your own journey to writing what you know. To learn more, join The Memoir Project free newsletter list and keep up to date on all our free webinars, instructive posts and online classes in how to write memoir, as well as our talented, available memoir editors and memoir coaches, podcast guests and more.

Respected guitarist Gary Pihl joins Metal Mayhem ROC to reflect on his storied career with Sammy Hagar and Boston while spotlighting the new Alliance album Before Our Eyes. He shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of the Sammy Hagar solo band—both in the studio and on tour—including the making of the iconic “I Can't Drive 55” video, as well as insights into the recording of original Night Ranger demos. Gary also opens up about his significant years with Boston, discussing the challenges and rewards of joining a legendary band and how he helped shape their signature sound during arena tours. Diving into the songwriting and sound behind Alliance's latest release, he reveals how his classic rock roots continue to inspire fresh music for today's generation. And in a fascinating twist, Gary even shares that he took guitar lessons from Jerry Garcia back in the 60s! 00:00: Gary Pihl Introduction 01:34: Guitar Beginnings & Lessons from Jerry Garcia 03:50: Joining Sammy Hagar and Early Boston Connection 08:22: Songwriting and Dual Guitar Solos with Sammy 09:43: Making the “I Can't Drive 55” Video 11:45: Touring and Life on the Road with Sammy 15:44: Night Ranger Demo Sessions 18:13: Joining Boston for “Third Stage” Comeback 22:03: Boston's Revolutionary Gear and Live Setup 26:34: Future of Boston and 50th Anniversary Hopes 27:17: Alliance Formation with Robert Berry and David Lauser 32:46: Inside the New Alliance Album “Before Our Eyes” 42:18: Magic of Writing and Recording Together in the Studio Metal Mayhem ROC: https://metalmayhemroc.com/ Alliance Official Website https://alliance.band Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twenty years ago, Canadian singer-songwriter Daniel Powter wrote the song “Bad Day,” which quickly became one of the biggest hits of 2005. It earned him a Grammy nomination, sold millions of copies and launched his career as an artist. But when “Bad Day” got bigger than anyone could have ever imagined, Daniel's mental health started to decline, leading to addiction and substance abuse. On the song's 20th anniversary, Daniel joins Tom Power to share the dark side of writing a life-changing hit, and what his relationship to making music is like today.

Welcome back to the final installment of my interview with Jinwoo Park, debut author of Oxford Soju Club, which is coming out in September of this year. In today's episode, Jinwoo shared some really great insights about how embracing your creativity filters out into all parts of your life, especially relationships. I left this conversation feeling like I was walking on clouds–very hopeful and inspired. Enjoy! We covered:- Taking inspiration from politics, in South Korea and around the world- Working as a translator for Korean sci-fi and thrillers- How owning your creative identity helps you be more authentic in your relationships- How being a Dad inspires him to pursue happiness- Becoming a more collaborative partner- The TV series that cured his disillusionment with streaming series- Some frank talk about milk, oat milk, and flatulence- The song that never fails to turn his mood around- The Korean stew he could eat every day Connect with Jinwoo on TikTok or Instagram @jinwoopark0721 or at jin-woopark.com. For full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com. Thank you for listening! And thanks to this week's sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This audible clip from Erik Qualman's #1 Bestselling book The Focus Project covers how to stay focused in an increasingly unfocused world, and more specifically, how we can turn that focus into an everyday habit.   5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling.   Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com   Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership.   Learn more at https://equalman.com

Not Today... Eddie learns something new about cats. Jenn and Eddie both have face blindness especially when it comes to their vet. How far would you go into debt to save a pet? Do you let your Alpha out when you need to? Eddie remembers when he discovered comedy can be more than just funny.  Sometimes a character in a story has to die, listen to find out why? Plus, Florida Man Friday!

What happens when rock and roll meets the road to spiritual awakening? On this episode of The CJ Moneyway Show, we welcome Clementine Moss—founder and drummer of Zepparella, solo artist, author of the soul-searching memoir From Bonham to Buddha and Back, and certified Depth Hypnosis practitioner. Clementine's journey takes us behind the drums and deep into the heart. From channeling the thunder of John Bonham on stage to guiding others through spiritual transformation, she's a living example of balance between power and peace. We talk about: • Her path from high-energy stages to quiet introspection • Writing a memoir that merges rock and spirituality • Healing through Depth Hypnosis and inner work • How musicians and creatives can process pain through purpose If you've ever wondered how to honor both your fire and your faith, this episode is your permission slip. clemthegreat.com #CJMoneywayShow #ClementineMoss #Zepparella #BonhamToBuddha #WomenInRock #DepthHypnosis #SpiritualAwakening #MemoirPodcast #MusicAndHealing #BleavNetwork #MindBodySoul #HealingThroughArt #RockDrummerWisdom

Kiala Givehand has a prolific creative practice with many facets from writing, to soul collage, to art journaling. These various aspects of her creativity allow her to go deeper with her making. Writing is a big part of how Kiala gets unstuck and finds clarity. She explains that creating and teaching are her divine purpose.

Kiala Givehand has a prolific creative practice with many facets from writing, to soul collage, to art journaling. These various aspects of her creativity allow her to go deeper with her making. Writing is a big part of how Kiala gets unstuck and finds clarity. She explains that creating and teaching are her divine purpose.

This week Erin M. Evans and Treavor Bettis answer questions about What We Love About Writing, Reader Expectations, and Bettering Prose!Join our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/writingaboutdragons Starring:Erin M Evans (Empire of Exiles, Brimstone Angels)https://bsky.app/profile/erinmevans.bsky.social B. Dave Walters (A Darkened Wish, Black Dice Society)https://bsky.app/profile/bdavewalters.bsky.social Treavor Bettis (Difficulty Class, Champions of Lore)https://bsky.app/profile/thetreavor.bsky.social Join the Discord!https://discord.gg/MdSVsfpTzu Buy Relics of Ruin!Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Relics-Ruin-Books-Usurper-2/dp/031644104X Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/relics-of-ruin-erin-m-evans/1143299833?ean=9780316441049 Check out B. Dave's Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/bdavewalters Enroll in B. Dave's 14 Day Writer:https://www.theundisputedacademy.com/14-day-writer-home-page

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Diane chats with JAMIE LEE CURTIS about her long Hollywood career, trying to find peace while surrounded by chaos, her experience working on THE BEAR and where her always-on brain is at. Andy & Diane catch up on the dark drama SMOKE, the addictive melodrama of THE WATERFRONT, the golf comedy STICK, our reactions to THE BEAR's latest season, and Diane's belated thoughts on SINNERS.

Growing our Spiritual Connection with Nature Guest Asia Suler, Teacher, Earth Intuitive, Nature Writer, and Spiritual Educator Like a breath of fresh air, Asia Suler comes down to us from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC. She is a highly intuitive ecologist, author of Mirrors in the Earth: Reflections on Self-Healing from the Living World and host of the beloved podcast Remember Why You Are Here. Asia has guided over 100,000 students in 70+ countries through her immersive online programs, which offer heart-felt community for sensitives around the world and educational experiences in herbalism, animism, and earth-centered personal growth. She has also taught for the most well-known herbal programs in the country, including the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine, and The Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine. Today, Asia is at the helm of an international center for self-growth that bridges the worlds of earth healing, depth psychology, intuitive development and ecological philosophy. She is a gifted storyteller with a gentle poetic voice. Her reflections, writings and teachings have helped so many embrace their own unique medicine through a joyful engagement with the natural world. Her clear, concise prose inspires me to better articulate my own mission, which is to help infuse more mindfulness into childhood learning, through attentiveness to Nature and deeper listening to Nature's spiritual guidance. LEARN MORE Visit Asia Suler's website and take the Earth Healing Archetype Quiz - https://asiasuler.com/ Tune in to Asia's podcast series, Remember Why You Are Here - https://asiasuler.com/remember/ Check out Asia's book, Mirrors in the Earth - https://asiasuler.com/mirrors-in-the-earth/ Purchase Wendy's new book, The Angel Heart - https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Heart-Wendy-Nadherny-Fachon/dp/1967270279/ref=sr_1_1   RELATED PODCASTS Down to Earth Plant Messengers - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/down-to-earth-plant-messengers/ Forest School Learning - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/forest-school-learning/ Thrive Outside - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/thrive-outside/   Read about DIPG: Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption by Dean Fachon begin to uncover the truth about cancer - https://dipgbook.com/ Learn more at https://netwalkri.com email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or call 401 529-6830. Connect with Wendy to order copies of Fiddlesticks, The Angel Heart or Storywalker Wild Plant Magic Cards. Subscribe to Wendy's blog Writing with Wendy at www.wendyfachon.blog. Join Wendy on facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/StoryWalkingRadio

Ever catch yourself writing the guy off too soon? In this mini episode, M&M explore what it means to stay open — even when fear says “run.” You're gonna wanna write some of these helpful questions down and use them after your next date! Stay in the know on all things TIS! Subscribe to our Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom FREE biweekly Newsletter! You can look forward to book recs, cycle syncing, workouts, ways to grow spiritually, literally all the things! Subscribe if you want to join club-i-look-forward-to-wednesdays. Learn more about The Intentional Single: https://www.theintentionalsingle.com/ Contact Maria & Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com

Between 1991 and 1993, the dismembered bodies of five gay and bisexual men were discovered in garbage bags along the highway in New York and New Jersey. The cause of the death for each was multiple stab wounds, and each victim had been disarticulated into eight pieces and placed in eight garbage bags before being deposited into trash barrels, where they were quickly discovered by a curious member of the public. Despite being discovered in different locations in different states, it didn't take long for investigators to identify the similarities between the victims. They were all older men, single or separated, and all had been seen last around closing time at various New York gay bars. Moreover, the scant evidence found with each bottom appeared to connect the murders back to Staten Island, but told detectives nothing else about the killer. Then, in late 1993, the murders simply stopped and the case went cold.The case of the man the press dubbed “The Last Call Killer” sat on a shelf for nearly a decade before a team of cold case investigators picked it up again, determined to make progress. In the years that passed, advances in technology had allowed for the collection of previously unseen evidence, and it was thanks to that technology that the case was finally solved.Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesBen-Ali, Russell, and William Rashbaum. 1993. "Grisly slayings linked?" Newsday, August 3: 4.—. 1993. "Hunt is on." Newsday, August 5: 6.Curran, John. 2006. "Ex-UM student given life sentences in slayings." Bangor Daily News, January 28: 25.Frederick, Henry. 1993. "Body parts found in Haverstraw." Journal News (White Plains, NY), August 1: 1.Green, Elon. 2021. Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York. New York, NY: Celadon Books.Hoober, John. 1991. "Turnpike murder victim was ex-banker." Lancaster New Era, May 15: 1.Lueck, Thomas. 2001. "Complicated portrait of a suspect in killings of gay men." New York Times, May 31.New York Times. 1993. "Thomas Mulcahy: Sales executive, devoted husband." New York Times, August 8: 40.Peet, Judy. 2000. "Technology revives search for gays' serial killer." Staten Island Advance, April 24: 15.Rashbaum, William. 1993. "Gay stalker?" Newsday, August 4: 5.Rosenblatt, Lionel. 1973. "Jury finds student not guilty." Bangor Daily News, November 4: 1.State of New Jersey v. Richard W. Rogers. 2008. 03-01-00050 (Superior Court of New Jersey, April 16).Walsh, James. 1993. "Tracking a killer." Journal News (White Plains, NY), October 24: Stay in the know - wondery.fm/morbid-wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Joshua N. Weiss discusses the major misconceptions surrounding negotiations—and offers five steps to build your confidence and resilience as a negotiator.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The big negotiation mistake most people make2) The mental reframe that helps you negotiate better3) The five-step strategy to reviving stalled negotiationsSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1074 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT JOSH — Dr. Joshua N. Weiss is a renowned negotiation and conflict resolution and leadership expert. As a Senior Fellow at the Harvard Negotiation Project and co-founder of the Global Negotiation Initiative at Harvard University, Dr. Weiss brings unparalleled expertise to his field. He also directs the MS in Leadership and Negotiation program at Bay Path University and runs a private consulting firm, offering tailored negotiation and conflict resolution, and leadership solutions for businesses, organizations, international entities, governments, and individuals. • Book: Getting Back to the Table: 5 Steps to Reviving Stalled Negotiations• Book: The Book of Real-World Negotiations: Successful Strategies From Business, Government, and Daily Life• Study: “Trajectories Toward Peace: Mediator Sequencing Strategies in Intractable Communal Conflicts”• Website: JoshuaNWeiss.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In by William Ury and Robert Fisher• Book: Negotiating the Nonnegotiable: How to Resolve Your Most Emotionally Charged Conflicts by Daniel Shapiro• Book: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell • Book: Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell • Book: David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants by Malcolm Gladwell • Book: Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering by Malcolm Gladwell— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/Awesome• Plaud.ai. Use the code AWESOME and get a discount on your order• Rula. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at Rula.com/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In recent years, near-death experience (NDE) researchers have dared to suggest that this "out-of-body," or dualistic, phenomenon is evidence that consciousness survives death, thereby validating the words of St. Paul that we have two bodies-physical and spiritual-the spirit body separating from the physical body at the time of physical death, or within minutes of it. This "spirit" body has also been referred to as an etheric body, astral body, vehicle of vitality, double, doppelganger, and mental body. Some mystics and psychics claim there are more than two bodies, the so-called "second death" which involves a transition from one spirit body to a higher spirit body. The spirit body is attached to the physical body by what the Bible calls a "silver cord."While the umbilical cord is severed at birth, the silver cord is severed at death. Those having NDEs have experienced a separation of the bodies, but not a severance of the silver cord. For many years, dedicated researchers concluded that the NDE was more than a hallucination, a drug-induced reaction, the illusions of oxygen-deprivation, or some evolutionary chemical effect not yet understood by science, but most of them stopped short of suggesting that anything spiritual was involved. Such an hypothesis would have been looked upon as a "religious" explanation, and conflicted with the advancement of science, which was not open to a dualistic explanation, believing it had already impeached religion. Dedicated researchers, however, eventually came to see it as an advancement of science even if it did support religion.While the NDE was given a name in 1975 by Dr. Raymond Moody, and was being studied at the same time by Dr. Elisabeth Kűbler-Ross, reports of the phenomenon existed here and there but had not been collected in a single reference until Moody's best-selling Life After Life. Section two of this four-part book offers a number of pre-Moody NDEs, two of them probably the most dynamic or profound NDEs ever reported. The author otherwise draws from his interviews with a number of experiencers and researchers, along with leading references, all supporting the dualistic nature of the NDE.BioA 1958 graduate of the School of Journalism (B.A. Public Relations) at San Jose State University, Michael Tymn has contributed more than 1,600 articles to some 40 newspapers, magazines, journals, and books over the past 60 years. While most of his articles have dealt with subjects from the sports arena, Mike has done business, travel, metaphysical, and human interest features. He won the 1999 Robert H. Ashby Memorial Award given by The Academy of Religion and Psychical Research for his essay on "Dying, Death, and After Death." Writing assignments have taken him to such diverse places as Bangkok, Panama, Glastonbury (England), Jerusalem, Hollywood, St. Paul, and Tombstone. He has interviewed and written about more than 40 Olympians in his sports writing and has interviewed more than 20 scientists, researchers, educators, and philosophers in his metaphysical writing.Mike's four metaphysical books include include "The Articulate Dead," "The Afterlife Revealed," "Transcending the Titanic" and "The Afterlife Explorers." His running book is titled "Running on Third Wind." "The Afterlife Revealed" has thus far proved to be his most popular book. His sixth book, titled, "Resurrecting Leonora Piper: How Science Discoverd the Afterlife" is expected to be released late 2012 or early 2013.Mike serves as Vice-President of The Academy of Spiritual and Consciouness Studies, Inc. and is editor of the Academy's Journal and mini-magazine, "The Searchlight." He is a frequent contributor to "Atlantis Rising" magazine, "Running Times" and "National Masters News." Mike can be contacted at METGAT@aol.comhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3BLY66R https://www.pastliveshypnosis.co.uk/https://www.patreon.com/ourparanormalafterlifeMy book 'Verified Near Death Experiences' https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXKRGDFP

In this beautifully earthy conversation, I'm joined by author and word witch Sarah Robinson, whose book The Witch and the Wildwood has helped so many of us reconnect with the magic of place, myth, and the wild. Together we journey through the roots of her writing path — from movement and ritual with Yoga for Witches to ancestral land and sacred story. We explore the evolution of her books, the untamed call of the wildwood, and how witches across folklore, history, and landscape are reawakening through our modern lives. Sarah shares how she listens to the land and some powerful folklore she unearthed along the way. Whether you live in the countryside or the city, this episode will remind you that the land has a voice — and that witchcraft can be a way of walking with it. Topics we explore - How Yoga for Witches gave rise to Wildwood and Witch Country The magic of place-based spirituality — and how to practice it in daily life Witch archetypes across folklore, superstition and sacred land Re-enchantment and the return of the British witch Writing as a magical practice and act of devotion How to connect with land spirits, even in urban spaces A lesser-known piece of folklore that gave Sarah goosebumps Find Sarah here - https://www.instagram.com/yogaforwitches/?hl=en

I'm Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur and the creator of the Restaurant Scaling System. I've spent decades in the industry, building, scaling, and coaching restaurants to become more profitable and sustainable. On this show, I cut through the noise to give you real, actionable strategies that help independent restaurant owners run smarter, more successful businesses.In this episode, I tackle the current state of SEO and why traditional strategies can be both expensive and ineffective. Instead, I share a smarter approach I call “SEO jacking”—a method that boosts visibility by partnering with established local media and influencers. It's all about giving restaurant owners practical, actionable ways to build their online presence without relying on costly SEO tactics.  Takeaways:Most restaurant owners think they need more guests.Profit isn't random, it's engineered.SEO is often seen as too expensive or exhausting.Traditional SEO is slow, expensive, and unreliable.Partnering with top-ranking sites is more effective than outranking them.SEO jacking boosts credibility and visibility quickly.Media folks are more likely to write about you after a great experience.Crafting win-win pitches is essential for collaboration.Google wants trusted sources, so borrow their credibility.Visibility can be achieved faster than traditional blogging methods.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Full Comp and Profitability Masterclass01:48 The Relevance of SEO in the Restaurant Industry05:36 SEO Jacking: A New Approach to VisibilityIf you've got a marketing or profitability related question for me, email me directly at josh@joshkopel.com and include Office Hours in the subject line. If you'd like to scale the profitability of your restaurant in only 5 days, sign up for our FREE 5 Day Restaurant Profitability Challenge by visiting https://joshkopel.com.

What makes a summer read unforgettable for kids and teens? In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by authors Jamie Sumner, Kelsey Impicciche, and Julie Soto for a sunny conversation all about Summer Reading Magic.   They explore what defines a great summer book across different age groups, how they tailor their writing to young readers, and the power of stories to inspire, comfort, and reflect today's youth.   The group also shares nostalgic memories of library reading programs, talks about trends and representation in current kidlit and YA, and offers insight into helping young readers fall in love with books—this summer and beyond.  Want to watch the video version of our show? Watch now on the Libby App YouTube channel!  Guest Host Recommendations:    Part 1:  Carmen  Canto Contigo by Jonny Garza Villa  A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya  Ballad & Dagger-An Outlaw Saints Novel by Daniel José Older  Cece  To Night Owl from Dogfish by Holly Goldberg Sloan & Meg Wolitzer  This Is What It Feels Like by Rebecca Barrow   Fireborne by Rosaria Munda   Joe  Witchlings – Claribel A. Ortega  Scepter of Memories – Claribel A. Ortega  The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers – Adam Sass  Cursed Boys and Broken Hearts – Adam Sass  Surrender Your Sons – Adam Sass  Your Lonely Nights Are Over – Adam Sass  Part 2:  Bre  The Last Dragon on Mars by Scott Reintgen  Hide and Seeker by Daka Harmon  Root Magic by Eden Royce  Meara  The Girl Who Kept the Castle by Ryan Graudin  The Vanquishers by Kalynn Bayron   We Are All So Good at Smiling by Amber McBride   Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:  Segment 1:  Jamie Sumner - Website  Julie Soto - Website  Kelsey Impicciche - Website  Segment 2:  Bre - Links  Carmen - Links  Cece - Links  Meara - Links  Time Stamps:   00:00:00 Title  00:00:16 Intro  00:05:09 Segment 1 – Jamie Sumner & Kelsey Impicciche   00:55:47 Segment 1 – Julie Soto  01:25:30 BREAK – Libby Tip: Read Alongs, Filters and more!  01:31:01 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Carmen & Cece  02:00:36 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Bre & Meara!  02:43:21 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 220 with Aaron Cometbus of Cometbus Fanzine, Pinhead Gunpowder, Cleveland Bound Death Sentence, Colbom, Crimpshrine, and many more talks to us about: His PM Press releases Downtown Local and In China with Green Day.  We also touch on such subjects as: What We Did in the Past Brings Us Together in the Present, What is Home and on Living in New York, An Exploration of the Word Potential, When Your Gone Your Gone, On Writers and Reading, On Aging and Writing the Perfect Book, Pinhead Gunpowders' New Record UNT, and Aaron Asks Me Questions.  Plus much much more!LINKS:AARON'S BOOKS AT PM PRESSAARON'S FANZINES AND MORE AT MICROCOSM PUBLISHINGPINHEAD GUNPOWDER RECORDS AT 1234 GO!TURNED OUT A PUNK: PINHEAD GUNPOWDER ON APPLE PODCASTAARON'S ARCHIVES AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY​CRIMPSHRINE ON JUGHEAD'S BASEMENT - YOUTUBEJughead's Basement Patreon

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Struggling with staying consistent in your routines? You're not alone! In this week's episode, Dr. Christine Li dives deep into the real-life barriers to consistency, from people-pleasing and perfectionism to lack of clarity and negative self-talk. Plus, she shares actionable remedies and mindset tips to help you crush your goals without guilt or overwhelm. Get ready to transform how you show up for yourself—one small, consistent step at a time!Timestamps:00:01:51 – 00:03:18Dr. Li shares how her clients requested help with consistency, acknowledging its universal challenge, and sets up the exploration of what blocks consistency.00:03:18 – 00:05:28First major blocker: Giving your time away to others (people pleasing) rather than prioritizing your own needs.Brief exploration of perfectionism and rigid thinking as additional obstacles.00:05:28 – 00:07:27The power of writing things down: Prevents forgetfulness, improves specificity and reliability in staying consistent.00:07:27 – 00:08:47The risk of lack of clarity and fuzzy goals. The laser-beam focus approach to habits for energy and time savings.00:08:47 – 00:11:08Emotional obstacles: Guilt, negative self-talk, and the importance of self-compassion in building consistency.00:11:08 – 00:16:06Five practical remedies:Get clear on what you want and put it on your schedule.Commitment: The foundational mindset for reaching goals.Write things down as commitments, not just as ideas.Evaluate and troubleshoot moments of inconsistency.Don't give up—explore new strategies and forgive past difficulties.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/consistencyTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

Penny Jenson, dean of lower school at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, delivers a lecture on the importance of grammatical instruction during a student's elementary years. This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence seminar, “The Art of Teaching: Reading and Writing” in March 2025. The Hoogland Center for Teacher Excellence, an outreach of the Hillsdale College K-12 Education Office, offers educators the opportunity to deepen their content knowledge and refine their skills in the classroom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CA Media Podcast - Episode 125 is LIVE! Two HUGE main events. Two unforgettable nights. One can't-miss episode.In this week's episode, we break down our predictions for: Saturday Night's Main Event Gunther vs. Goldberg for the World Heavyweight Championship — and it's Goldberg's retirement match! Will The Ring General end a legend's career, or will Goldberg ride off with gold one last time? WWE Evolution - Sunday Night Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley for the WWE Women's World Championship. It's chaos vs. brutality in the ultimate showdown for the crown. Tune in for all the build-up, fantasy booking, and last-minute surprises we expect before the bell rings! TONIGHT @ 6PM (EST) Streaming LIVE on FacebookDrop your predictions in the chat — and don't miss this double-feature weekend preview!Visionary Minds Public Relations and Media is a founding supporting sponsor of the CAMedia PodcastMake sure you get your Publicity, Digital Marketing, Writing, Media Consulting Services at visionarymindsny@gmail.com where Tammy Reese is the owner.You can listen to the podcast on the following platforms:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ca-media-podcast/id1534508960SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0T1qlQvvRNpBjrFz4N5X26?si=7a873afde9ed4e34You can follow the podcast atFacebook: ⁠facebook.com/CAMediaPodcast⁠Instagram: ⁠Instagram.com/CAMediaPodcast⁠Blue Sky:⁠https://bsky.app/profile/camediapodcast.bsky.social⁠X: ⁠https://x.com/CAMediaPodcast⁠IF you want to be on the podcast you can email the podcast at ⁠camediapodcast@gmail.com⁠

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You HAVE to hear this episode. How did doing just one thing change everything for Jen Butler? Listen, and be amazed, friends. And then go be amazing, too. Jen Butler is a Barnes & Noble bestselling author, dark comedy screenwriter, and one of ISA's Top 25 Screenwriters to Watch. Her work blends absurdity, emotional truth, and big existential questions... often through the lens of recovery, rejection, and being a messy human with a sense of humor. With over 300K followers across social media (@jenbutlersays), Jen is known for sharing real-talk stories that make people laugh, cry, and feel a little less alone. She also really, really loves dark chocolate and her dog, Floyd. Volume Control is her first book. Get started with your Avoidance Journey here: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE3OTE4NzI1NDQ2MDc4NTg5Her Shakti code for a discount! https://shaktimat.com/jenbutlersays (or just use the code JENBUTLERSAYS at checkout, for US & UK only)Her Insight Timer meditations: http://insighttimer.com/jenbutlersaysHer Etsy link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JenButlerSays⭐️ 90 Day Classes NOW OPEN! ⭐️

Send us a textShownotes can be found at https://www.profitwithlaw.com/489.How to Build the Dream Team That Will Double Your Law Firm's RevenueThis episode brings you inside a powerful session from the Law Firm Growth Summit, where Moshe dives deep into how to assemble a dream team for your law firm and avoid the most expensive hiring mistakes.Law firm owners constantly tell host Moshe Amsel the same thing: “I can't find good people.” But in this episode, Moshe challenges that mindset—and shows exactly what's really holding you back from hiring top talent.Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck with underperformers, or afraid to offer competitive salaries, Moshe breaks down how to approach hiring differently—so you can build a team that not only gets the work done but drives serious growth.From calculating the actual cost of a bad hire (spoiler: it's close to $200k) to setting up salary ranges that attract A-players, Moshe lays out the exact strategies he's coached law firm owners through to grow fast without breaking the business.Chapters:[00:00] Live from the Law Firm Growth Summit: Building a ‘Dream Team'[01:31] The true cost of cutting corners: Why underpaying is your biggest mistake[04:19] Hire slow, fire fast: The law firm owner's golden rule for team growth[09:46] Overwhelmed and understaffed? Emergency solutions to law firm bottlenecks[14:42] From contract labor to referral partners: Temporary fixes that free your time[17:31] The secret “ninja trick” to doubling revenue when you're at capacity[21:03] The 6-step proven hiring process for rock star law firm employees[22:43] Core values and mission alignment: Unlocking long-term team loyalty[26:02] Position clarity: Writing job descriptions that attract more A-players[29:55] Salary strategies that attract the best: Why posting compensation matters[32:50] Performance-based compensation: Ethically justifying top-level pay for resultsResources mentioned:Book your FREE strategy session today!: profitwithlaw.com/strategysessionTake the Law Firm Growth Assessment and find out how you rate as a law firm owner! Check out our Profit with Law YouTube channel!Learn more about the Profit with Law Elite Coaching Program hereJoin our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lawfirmgrowthsummit/To request a show topic, recommend a guest or ask a question for the show, please send an email to info@dreambuilderfinancial.com.Connect with Moshe on:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/moshe.amselLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosheamsel/

Dennis is joined via Zoom from Los Angeles by Juan Pablo Di Pace, the writer, co-director and star of the new film Before We Forget. The film is about an Argentinian film director in his 40s named Matias (played by Di Pace) who's struggling to finish a movie he's making based on his first love, 25 years ago, when he was a student at an international boarding school in Northern Italy. The movie is inspired by Juan Pablo's own experience at the same school where they shot the film, the United World College in Duino, Italy. Juan Pablo talks about the challenges he faced getting the film made, finding the perfect actor to play himself at 17, getting permission from his old school to shoot there and co-directing with his friend since childhood, Andrés Pepe Estrada who actually came to visit Juan Pablo when he was at the boarding school and is a character in the film. Juan Pablo also talks about one of the central themes of the film; that great loves from our younger closeted lives can leave marks that impact us well into adulthood. Other topics include: landing TV icon Norman Lear as an executive producer on the film, going almost all the way on Dancing With the Stars, appearing in Mamma Mia, playing an intense Marriage Story-like argument scene in the film The Mattachine Family, why it was important for him to be out in his career, the sneaky voyeuristic quality of VHS footage, getting his mother to play his mother on screen, playing Jesus Christ in the TV movie AD and shooting the crucifixion scene on Day 2 and the important role delusion plays where you're trying to make your creative dreams come true. www.beforeweforgetmovie.com

Today on the show, we're focusing on the topic of style with author, body-acceptance advocate, and founder of Megababe Katie Sturino. Sturino began her career in fashion and built her own PR agency when she was just 25 years old. While rising to the top in her field behind the scenes, she also began gaining traction as a creator herself, making meaningful change in the fashion industry with her social media series “Make My Size” and “Supersize the Look.” In 2017, Sturino launched her bodycare brand, Megababe, which is now sold worldwide in retailers including Walmart, Target, and Ulta. On top of everything, this June, she released her debut novel, Sunny Side Up. Today on the show, she reflects on how the fashion industry has changed over the years in regard to size inclusivity, shares her favorite brands that make summer staples in plus sizes, and advises on how to battle the noise of SkinnyTok.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textAuthor and self-defense instructor Patrick Tumblety gives insight on real-world fighting, how you can translate that to the page, and provides tips you might not have realized would make an impact on your story.▬Check out Patrick's website:https://speakerpatrick.wixsite.com/patricktumbletyFind copies of his work:https://speakerpatrick.wixsite.com/patricktumblety/workGet into contact with Patrick or follow his socials:https://www.instagram.com/patrick_tumblety/https://bsky.app/profile/patricktumblety.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/DarkPassagesbyPatrickTumblety#Email: SpeakerPatrick@gmail.com

Episode 166 - Writing Episodic TV: Strategies for Success In Part 2 of their interview on the Faith and Family Filmmakers podcast, Jaclyn continues her conversation with Leilani Downer, exploring contemporary and historical approaches to writing episodic television. They discuss the evolution from the limited network-centric model of the 80s and 90s to today's diverse streaming platforms. Leilani shares insights on writing techniques, the differences between multi-cam and single-cam shows, and the nuances between writing for traditional networks and streaming platforms. She emphasizes the value in producing independent content, and offers valuable tips for getting noticed in the industry. Leilani provides practical advice on networking, pitching, and maintaining creative control through the evolving landscape of television production.Highlights Include:Evolution of Television WritingDifferences in Television NetworksFaith and Standards in TelevisionClean Writing for Today's ShowsAdvice for Aspiring WritersOpportunities in Independent ProductionNetworking and Finding RepresentationMulticam vs. Single-Cam ShowsIndependent Production and DistributionBio: Leilani is an accomplished producer and writer with over 30 years in network television. Her credits include several television shows, including the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Sister Sister, Growing Pains, and a Different World.More recently, she wrote for Netflix, ‘Julie and the Phantoms'. Leilani has written and sold pilots to major networks and penned feature films, including ghostwriting two books. A Skilled Script Doctor and Educator, She teaches at Asbury University and mentors US service members abroad. Her directorial debut, 'The Arrangement', and her play, 'Don't Panic' highlight her expanding creative work. Editing by Michael RothContent Christian Media Conference: https://www.christianmediaconference.com/Exclusive FAFF DISCOUNT CODE for $75 of a full 5-day registration: "FAFF75" (available for the first 25 to register or until the end of July)FAFF Association Online Meetups: https://faffassociation.com/#faff-meetingsFAFF July Filmmakers Bootcamp: https://www.faffassociation.com/filmmakers-bootcampScreenwriters Retreat - Mexico: https://www.faffassociation.com/writers-retreatJaclyn's Book - In the Beginning, Middle and End: A Screenwriter's Observations of LIfe, Character, and God: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9R7XS9VProducers Mentorship Program https://www.faffassociation.com/vip-producers-mentorshipThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association

In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse engages in a deep conversation with Mr. Jose Miguel Berlanga, an international entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience. Jose shares his journey from being a struggling student to becoming a successful real estate magnate and author. They discuss the importance of following one's interests, the harsh realities of entrepreneurship, the significance of continuous learning, and the unexpected link between economics and philosophy. Jose also emphasizes the value of focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses, managing emotional responses in business, and the process of writing books to pass on his knowledge. The episode provides insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and emphasizes the importance of perseverance, resilience, and self-awareness.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:57 Meet Mr. Jose Miguel Berlanga02:02 The Connection Between Economics and Philosophy06:16 Learning from Business and Personal Growth08:53 Advice for Struggling Students12:58 The Reality of Entrepreneurship28:03 Managing Emotions in Business31:21 A Unique Vacation: Seattle Children's Hospital31:54 The Importance of Self-Care and Celebrating Wins32:43 Balancing Work and Personal Life35:42 The Reality of Entrepreneurship39:07 Writing and Sharing Knowledge44:21 The Concept of Quantum Entrepreneurship50:41 Mentorship and Identifying Potential55:18 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsMake yourself a priority and get more done: https://www.depthbuilder.com/do-the-damn-thing Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Behttps://www.depthbuilder.com/books

175. Conquering Your Inner Critic This episode delves into the concept of the inner critic, exploring how it manifests in our lives and careers. She discusses the negative self-talk that often accompanies new challenges and the impact of fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing this inner voice and offers strategies for overcoming it, including naming the critic and focusing on the supportive inner coach. The episode concludes with practical exercises to help listeners reframe their thoughts and take action despite their fears. In this episode: The inner critic often appears when trying something new. Fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome can hold you back. Negative self-talk is a key indicator of the inner critic. Naming your inner critic can help manage its influence. The inner coach provides encouragement and support. Perfectionism is a way to avoid criticism. Adopting an imperfect action approach can be liberating. Writing down negative messages can reveal the inner coach. Reframing negative messages into positive ones is crucial. You don't have to face challenges alone; seek support. Thank you for listening to The Visibility Factor Podcast Check out my website to order my book and view the videos/resources for The Visibility Factor book. As always, I encourage you to reach out! You can email me at hello@susanmbarber.com. You can also find me on social media everywhere – Facebook, LinkedIn, and of course on The Visibility Factor Podcast! I look forward to connecting with you! If you liked The Visibility Factor, I would be so grateful if you could subscribe and rate it where you listen to podcasts! It helps the podcast get in front of more people who can learn how to be visible too! Thank you to the team at Sheep Jam Productions for the amazing support of The Visibility Factor Podcast! 

Mark interviews Jessica Rampersad AKA JessBeyondThePages, an expert experienced in social media management, content creation, and editing who helps authors and brands elevate their online presence. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode's sponsor: This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK5 at checkout and save $5.00 off your own personalized report. In the interview, Mark and Jessica talk about: Jessica being a reader her entire life and how she has fallen in and out of love with it because of the workload from school Doing research based on a fictional character in a Lauren Asher novel and then deciding upon that as a career path Some of the misconceptions that authors have when it comes to social media How the various social media platforms prefer specific types of content Ideas on things that really resonate with readers that authors can share on social media The services that Jess offers to authors and her willingness to be flexible and learn/try new things that authors are interested in doing The types of books that Jessica typically reads and works on (mystery, romance, thriller) as well as the master list she sends out to other readers The challenge of Mark's various brands along with the fact "MarkLeslie" was already taken on a lot of social media when he arrived How Trope Maps are often the way Jess starts working with an author on their branding for their books The importance of a positive and collaborative partnership between an author and their PAs How valuable giving recognition or giving thanks is, and the positive impression that can make And more . . .   After the interview Mark reflects on the value of sharing your passion instead of focusing on sales.   Links of Interest: Jessica Rampersad's Website TikTok Instagram YouTube EP 422 - Writing, Humor, and Teaching with Patrick MacPhee EP 417 - Embracing Your Passion For Creativity with C L Fors Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors An Author's Guide to Working with Libraries & Bookstores Wide for the Win Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation     Jessica Rampersad's bio. Hi, I'm Jessica! Experienced in social media management, content creation, and editing, I help authors and brands elevate their online presence. I specialize in building engaging digital communities, coordinating book launches, and crafting compelling content strategies. Passionate about storytelling, I work with authors at every stage (independent, traditional, debut, or seasoned) to amplify their voices and help them connect with audiences across platforms. You can find me on TikTok and Instagram at @jessbeyondthepages, and on YouTube at youtube.com/smileyrue.   The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast (“Laser Groove”) was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

#878 Writing a book is hard, but getting people to buy it is even harder. For those of us who dream big, is it possible to make the best seller lists without gaming the system? What does it take to move copies nowadays? More importantly, is it worth it? In this episode, I'm joined by SPI CEO Caleb Wojcik to talk through the entire process of launching my new book, Lean Learning. We discuss the highs, lows, and everything that led to making the New York Times and USA Today best seller lists! Listen in because I'll share the strategies that worked and the challenges that made me wonder if people even read anymore. You'll hear about my podcast tour, using bonuses to drive sales, bulk orders, and how TikTok is transforming the way people buy books. We also talk about working with a traditional publisher. Tune in to hear my unfiltered thoughts! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session878.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Between 1991 and 1993, the dismembered bodies of five gay and bisexual men were discovered in garbage bags along the highway in New York and New Jersey. The cause of the death for each was multiple stab wounds, and each victim had been disarticulated into eight pieces and placed in eight garbage bags before being deposited into trash barrels, where they were quickly discovered by a curious member of the public. Despite being discovered in different locations in different states, it didn't take long for investigators to identify the similarities between the victims. They were all older men, single or separated, and all had been seen last around closing time at various New York gay bars. Moreover, the scant evidence found with each bottom appeared to connect the murders back to Staten Island, but told detectives nothing else about the killer. Then, in late 1993, the murders simply stopped and the case went cold.The case of the man the press dubbed “The Last Call Killer” sat on a shelf for nearly a decade before a team of cold case investigators picked it up again, determined to make progress. In the years that passed, advances in technology had allowed for the collection of previously unseen evidence, and it was thanks to that technology that the case was finally solved.Thank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesBen-Ali, Russell, and William Rashbaum. 1993. "Grisly slayings linked?" Newsday, August 3: 4.—. 1993. "Hunt is on." Newsday, August 5: 6.Curran, John. 2006. "Ex-UM student given life sentences in slayings." Bangor Daily News, January 28: 25.Frederick, Henry. 1993. "Body parts found in Haverstraw." Journal News (White Plains, NY), August 1: 1.Green, Elon. 2021. Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York. New York, NY: Celadon Books.Hoober, John. 1991. "Turnpike murder victim was ex-banker." Lancaster New Era, May 15: 1.Lueck, Thomas. 2001. "Complicated portrait of a suspect in killings of gay men." New York Times, May 31.New York Times. 1993. "Thomas Mulcahy: Sales executive, devoted husband." New York Times, August 8: 40.Peet, Judy. 2000. "Technology revives search for gays' serial killer." Staten Island Advance, April 24: 15.Rashbaum, William. 1993. "Gay stalker?" Newsday, August 4: 5.Rosenblatt, Lionel. 1973. "Jury finds student not guilty." Bangor Daily News, November 4: 1.State of New Jersey v. Richard W. Rogers. 2008. 03-01-00050 (Superior Court of New Jersey, April 16).Walsh, James. 1993. "Tracking a killer." Journal News (White Plains, NY), October 24:Stay in the know - wondery.fm/morbid-wondery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.