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This week we welcome writer/director Hikari on the show to talk her latest film Rental Family, starring Branden Fraser, how she came up with the story for the film and the process to get it made. We also talked about her earlier career, making her first feature and directing episodes of Tokyo Vice and BEEF. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode I chat to Zan and Indie, a queer couple from Adelaide who share their remarkable journey through fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, and ultimately both carrying a pregnancy and welcoming two beautiful children. Their story encompasses home insemination, IVF, a surprise breach home birth, termination for medical reasons following a twin pregnancy, and the unique experience of a trans pregnancy. This episode offers invaluable insights into the realities of fertility treatment and the profound strength required to navigate pregnancy loss whilst building the family you've always dreamed of.Today's episode is brought to you by Moonpig. Remember the excitement of finding a beautiful card in your mailbox? Moonpig has brought that special feeling back to over 4 million Aussies.As parents, we know how important it is to celebrate life's milestones. Speaking of birthdays, it's actually my son Nik's 12th birthday this week, so we've jumped on Moonpig, like we always do, to create some personalised cards for him. We've also made a beautiful mug with a family picture on it, and we really hope that he enjoys it.With over 33,000 personalised cards for every occasion, you can create something truly special from home. Add your own photos, scan in your handwriting, or even include QR codes for video messages. It's so much more than a basic supermarket card – it's a keepsake they'll treasure.Starting from just $9.99, you can create something beautiful through their website or the Moonpig app. And here's something special for our Australian Birth Stories community – enjoy 50% off your first card plus free standard shipping when you use the code ABS at checkout.Shop Moonpig today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alton Brown is BACK makin' Good Eats-style videos on YouTube. I really think th-- what? Oh right this podcast is about video games sorry.Today we're talking about Bubumbu by An Otter Team! A game about solving puzzles and making a penguin happy by giving it a little bowtie.Get Bubumbu on Steam. Follow An Otter Team's work on their website!Discussed in the episode:Wikipedia page for The Missing Piece by Shel SilversteinDaniel Sloss' ‘Jigsaw' Is Causing Tons of Break Ups

I interviewed Janire Najera & Matthew Wright about The Rift on Monday, November 17, 2025 at IDFA DocLab in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This is a listener-supported podcast through the Voices of VR Patreon. Music: Fatality

To begin with Gemma tells the Salty Tadpoles what she's been watching without any spoilers; film called Woman of the Hour, Riverdale and STRANGER THINGS (I promise, no spoilers) then Gemma & James move into the vast universe to discuss the new phenomenon to enter our universe 3I/ATLAS. Is it Aliens? Is it an asteroid? Join us for our fun conversation about this topic.  Laughter & Codswallop also available... of course.  Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :)   Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFILTERED Studios. Find out more about them here: unfpod.com & help support INDIE podcasts.   

https://realpunkradio.com/podcast/tommyunitlive/tommyunitlive641.mp3 December 3rd, 2025. Tommy Unit LIVE!! #641 – TONIGHT….Dave Tierney co-hosts for a totally tripindicular episode of psychedelic punk AND we get a teaser of his band's new rekkid! Plastic Manmade Sunshine Machine (PMSM) unleashed their psychedelic long-player piece o' wax upon the world about a month ago and you can download or stream your … Continue reading Tommy Unit LIVE!! #641 →

Here we are in the final month of the year, and we are still able to do a multi-episode new release series. Decades ago, this would have been impossible. With the exception of a title or two, all superstar releases were out by Thanksgiving (not that this fact would effect The Ledge). Not only did the physical media have to be prepared weeks or months in advance, but all publicity (press, videos, TV) had to be scheduled to coincde with the date the material was coming out. Obviously, non-superstar releases always had difficulties even getting noticed back then, and this fact was amplified in the run-up to the holiday season. If they were released without a label putting up comparable publicty dollars, they were usually buried. More often than not, records of this sort were just postponed until the new year. Because of all that, the record companies basically took December off. It was the month of schmozzing (and I'm sure quite a “pile” of substances). The stores had their stock, radio stations were certainly not adding many new songs during this period, and record stores were just praying that they could restock what they sold. Yes, it was a […]

 It's the one with Books!Here's the Playlist: Black Book Rank and File Rank And FileSmoke & Fiction X Smoke & FictionBook Store Steven Wright I Have A PonyKnockin On Mine Paul Westerberg 14 SongsBookworm SlugBug Coloring Book/AnthologySal...

Full show: https://kNOwBETTERHIPHOP.com Artists Played: Sean Shakespeare, E-Turn, conshus, tsutchie, EyeQ, Your Old Droog, Georgie Sweet, MAVI, spill tab, boylife, Radio Galaxy, fabric, Venna, Anton Corazza, Tokyo Prose, Joliffe, Ruby Wood, Prolific Wone, Manage, Yaya Bey, Father Philis, MoZaic, Okito, Prowess The Testament, Lance Ferguson, Rita Satch, Key-Kool, Rhettmatic, Joi, OutKast, GOODie MOb, IMAKEMADBEATS

This week's episode features Gloomy Eyes, The Berlin Apartment, ZOE Begone!, Wander Stars, Schildmaid MX, Keys of Fury, Truck Driver: The Dutch Connection, Dungeon Minesweeper, and The Last Shot Arcades. Anyway and as always, thank you for watching or listening, I hope you enjoy this here episode, and I hope you have a wonderful wonderful rest of your day. (And if you haven't already, or are a listener and not a watcher, please like, subscribe, hit the bell, and all that jazz; it may not seem like much, but it goes a long way in helping support the show and site in general. I would appreciate it greatly.)

(00:00:00) Intro/What This Podcast Is (00:02:06) Personal Histories and Initial Thoughts (00:12:10) Development (00:16:02) Visuals (00:26:58) Sound Design (00:40:40) Narrative Discussion (01:30:22) Ending Discussion Please consider supporting the show on Patreon!You can also join our free Discord server, or connect with us on Bluesky, Instagram, and TikTok!An oppressive system breeds a need to break free.Rick is joined by Kate and Emily (No Small Games) to take a deeper look into Playdead's INSIDE, a horror-tinged puzzle-platformer released in 2016. Draped in an opaque narrative, INSIDE demands discussion from players—with the game and with each other—to parse out intent and impact. Between the three hosts themes of control, systemic oppression, free will vs determinism, and autonomy are explored, both in terms of gameplay and a suggested narrative. Hope you love the show today. Enjoy!LINK: INSIDE's Audio in a Human SkullThank you for listening! Want to reach out to PPR? Send your questions, comments, and recommendations to pixelprojectradio@gmail.com! And as ever, any ratings and/or reviews left on your platform of choice are greatly appreciated!

We sit down with Emilio Velez Jr., the award-winning writer and illustrator behind The Dodgeball Teens. Emilio shares his journey from overcoming a cognitive learning disability and defying expectations to pursuing his passion for comics in the last decade. With his mother's support and years of hard work, he transformed his dream into reality—creating twelve issues and a graphic novel—while spreading a message of perseverance through his work as a motivational speaker.You can find and follow Emilio Velez Jr. and The Dodgeball Teens online — check out his work at thedodgeballteens.com and follow him on Instagram @emiliovelezjr for updates, artwork, and inspirational content.Support the show___________________Check out video versions of this and other episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/dollarbinbandits!If you like this podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you found this episode. And if you really like this podcast, become a member of the Dollar Bin Boosters on Patreon: patreon.com/DollarBinBoosters.You can follow us @dollarbinbandits on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, or @DBBandits on X. You can email us at dollarbinbandits@gmail.com.___________________Dollar Bin Bandits is the official podcast of TwoMorrows Publishing. Check out their fine publications at twomorrows.com. ___________________ Thank you to Sam Fonseca for our theme music, Sean McMillan for our graphics, and Pat McGrath for our logo.

Alleged PC Release Manager and notorious indie-fanatic Amulya Datla educates JM and Jared on some of the more important business aspects of how to get people to notice games. In a marketplace bursting with exciting new titles to play, discounts and bundles can make the difference between success and anonymity.

HOLY SHIT! 100th episode! Music by:Alex HellcatSkanimalsThe FodsIckLoveable LosersI'm taking a break but continue to send me music to izzysmut@gmail.com If you like what I do, feel free to tip! I have a venmo link on my rss feed for the show!

Welcome to Four Records! Each episode we feature one guest as they go over four records at four different times in their life. This week Forrest talks with Mike Doherty from Odd Robot and Sederra. Mike has also played in Longfellow, The Ataris, and Pap...

Punk Rock Demonstration Radio Show with Jack #1028 12/1/25. This is an archived broadcast of a previous Punk Rock Demonstration Radio Show. New shows broadcast every Monday 7:00PM - 9:00PM and every Tuesday 7:00AM - 9:00AM Pacific time. You can listen live and participate at https://punkrockdemo.com

RPGovan, Foomanchu, Kermit and Listra are back! Hope you like the new feel as much as we do!A podcast by gamers for the gaming community. Join us each week as we talk new games, old games, AAA and Indie. No drama. No guilt. Games, a little real life and community. Gaming is an all inclusive world.Find us onhttps://twitter.com/3rdfactionshowhttps://twitter.com/MsListra https://bsky.app/profile/mslistra.bsky.social and Twitch.tv/Mslistrahttps://twitter.com/RPGamer4life and Twitch.tv/RPGovanDiscord Serverhttps://discord.gg/jNYr9mVNN7You can email the show onthethirdfactionshow@gmail.comPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/cw/thethirdfactionshow

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are back with a brand-new Indie TWIG, diving into the most exciting upcoming indie titles shaking up the gaming scene. This week we're breaking down fresh showcases and early impressions of Cursed Companions, The Time I Have Left, Altered Alma, and more—each bringing something bold, stylish, or downright weird to the world of video games. From surreal time-based adventures to neon-drenched sci-fi chaos, we're covering the standout concepts that prove indie studios continue to push gaming forward in ways the big publishers never could. We'll talk about what makes these games unique, why indie hype is stronger than ever, and which titles might quietly become the next cult classics in video games. It's another packed week of discoveries, surprises, and all the indie-flavored energy you love from This Week in Gaming on the Video Gamers Podcast! Cursed Companions - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3265230/Cursed_Companions BARKOUR- https://store.steampowered.com/app/1920290/Barkour/ Altered Alma- https://store.steampowered.com/app/2190700/Altered_Alma/ Spine- https://store.steampowered.com/app/1731290/SPINE__This_is_Gun_Fu/ Shade Protocol- https://store.steampowered.com/app/3581730/SHADE_Protocol/ The Time I Have Left- https://store.steampowered.com/app/1918830/The_Time_I_Have_Left/ War Rats - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3167260/WAR_RATS_The_Rat_em_Up/   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol' Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf, Phelps and NorwegianGreaser   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, PeopleWonder, Bobby S. and Dettmarp   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: https://discord.gg/vgp Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mohl by se spor o Filipa Turka ve vládě dostat až k Ústavnímu soudu? Podaří se Putinovi přesvědčit Indii, aby dovážela víc ruské ropy? A jak důležité je pro spotřebitele, že společnost provozující supermarkety Albert prohrála soudní spory kvůli nesprávnému uvádění slev?

This show almost didn't happen, but I got through it. Nothing new tonight, just some really great songs from some really great bands, as usual. Hope you dig the show. 

The Council convenes for the final time in 2025 to share their top 10 indies of the year AND award teams the custom accolades created oh so many years ago!

Send us a textToday's guest is someone who brings compassion, intellect, and a genuine love for medicine to everything he does. Dr. Mahmoud Ibraheem is a Pulmonary and Critical Care physician whose medical journey has taken him from Bahrain to New York, Florida, and Texas. Those experiences shaped who he is as a physician. Beyond medicine, Dr. Ibraheem is passionate about mental health, music, and making medicine more human. He's also a proud husband to a brilliant cardiologist and devoted dog dad to Xena and Blue. In other words, he's very well-rounded.You might know him from Instagram, where he shares insight and humor about life in medicine under the handle @icuboy_meded.As Mahmoud told his story, I was filled with wonder at his joyful personality. His journey reminds us that medicine isn't just about surviving intense situations; it's about bringing heart, humor, and humanity into every encounter.In the five-minute snippet: Mahmoud's gone to the dogs! For Mahmoud's bio, visit my website (link below).Tik TokThreadsXContact The Conversing Nurse podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconversingnursepodcast/Website: https://theconversingnursepodcast.comYour review is so important to this Indie podcaster! You can leave one here! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/leave-me-a-reviewWould you like to be a guest on my podcast? Pitch me! https://theconversingnursepodcast.com/intake-formCheck out my guests' book recommendations! https://bookshop.org/shop/theconversingnursepodcast I've partnered with RNegade.pro! You can earn CE's just by listening to my podcast episodes! Check out my CE library here: https://rnegade.thinkific.com/collections/conversing-nurse-podcast Thanks for listening!

December 2025's edition of BLUES TIME. PLAYLIST: ARTIST - ALBUM - TRACK. 1 Corey Legge & The Legacy - Howlin' At The Moon. 2 Davey Knowles - MKO - Days Gone By. 3 Erin Harpe & Jim Countryman - Tribute to Mississippi John Hurt - Make Me A Pallet On Your Floor. 4 Robert Plant - Saving Grace - Soul of a Man. 4 Eric Bibb - Muddy Waters. 5 The Weekend Blues Band - Stone Wings. 6 Randy Lee Riviere - Big on a Bender - Farmland Blues. 7 Grant Lyle - And Now - And Now. 8 Kelli Baker - Granite - Right On Time. 9 Slidin' Slim & Big Fred - 10 Long Years - Let It Ride. 10 Lily Sazz - What Just Happened - This Train is Rollin'. 11 The Kokomo Kings - Turbomouth - Turbomouth. 12 Katie Skene - Symmetry of Wildflowers - Whiskey & Wine. 13 Davey Knowles - MKO - Hold On Strong. Size: 153 MB (160,452,294 bytes) Duration: 1:04:48

In this honest and engaging conversation, USA Today bestselling author Liz Talley shares her journey through the publishing world, discussing the challenges of transitioning to a new genre, the impact of AI on writing, and the differences between indie and traditional publishing. She emphasizes the importance of trusting one's own voice and vision as a writer while navigating the complexities of the industry. Liz also offers valuable advice for new authors, encouraging them to embrace their unique storytelling style and take risks in their writing careers. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Liz Talley 02:47 Navigating the Writing Journey 06:02 Transitioning to a New Genre 09:03 The Challenges of Starting Over 11:54 The Role of AI in Writing 14:47 The Indie vs. Traditional Publishing Debate 18:12 Taking Risks in Writing 20:53 Advice for New Authors Author's Website: www.liztalleybooks.com Social Media Links: http://www.facebook.com/liztalleybooks Author Bio: Liz Talley is the USA Today best-selling author of over thirty heartwarming stories. A finalist in both Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart and Rita Awards, Liz has published with Harlequin, Hallmark, and Montlake where she reached number one in kindle romance and was named to Publisher's Weekly mass market bestseller list. Her stories are set in the South where the tea is sweet, the summers are hot, and the porches are wide. In 2023, she also added screenwriter to her accomplishments, co-writing an adaptation of her novel The Wedding War, which landed in the Top 20 of Louisiana Film Prize. Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08VJ6XH7Y Love this episode? Rate it ⭐️ Thumbs Up

The Indie Show with Kev Andrews 27th November '25. On www.bootboyradio.co.uk Please Play, Like, Comment, Follow, Download & Share.

HOSTS:Kurt Taylor Steve —————————- Tremble is a horror podcast that digs into the wide range of the genre to highlight the strongest films across every corner of horror. On this episode, the Tremble crew examines Village of the Damned from 1960. This British classic delivers a cold and unsettling take on alien influence, small town […]

This episode was recorded on November 11th, 2025 at the People's Bank Theatre in Mariette, Ohio. The lineup includes Hannah Cohen, Lera Lynn, Boulevards, Amy Millan, and Oyo. https://bit.ly/445zyvT

Send us a textYear's end is the perfect time to chase moments that help us fall in love with travel. We stitch together a lively route from New York's Erie Canal's quiet power to Namibia's Etosha, where elephants, zebra, and predators converge around water in an arid dreamscape. Along the way, we meet a winemaker who steers us into Spain's Alicante desert for a paella cooked over grapevines—one fire, one broth, no second chances—and learn why constraint can turn a meal into a memory that lasts.Our path bends to Sorrento, a flat and beautiful Italian base that opens to Capri, Ischia, and the Amalfi Coast. We talk walkable alleys, lemon groves that become limoncello, and sunset cocktails on cliffside terraces. We ride rails through Canada at sunrise and across Switzerland where a simple coffee sparks a love story. In Mexico City, lucha libre proves that travel joy can be loud, communal, and gloriously acrobatic, while Barcelona Spain lifts the spirit with castellers human towers, Sant Jordi's books and roses, and music festivals that sweep from legends to up-and-comers.We step into sacred time in Assisi in Italy's Umbrian region, to see Giotto's frescoes and St. Francis's world, then cross to India's Agra Fort where Shah Jahan arranged his bed and even a small mirror to keep the Taj Mahal always in view. Add a few delightful detours—a red-clay miniature golf course in Normandy, train-station romance in Belgium, a harmonica gifted to a child in a Ugandan forest (and a musical moment)!If these stories spark your curiosity, hit follow, and share with a friend who needs new trip ideas, Then dig into our archive of over 120 episodes to plan where your next unforgettable moment will begin.**Our guests this past year are a mix of travel pros and travel enthusiasts -- and all of them have insightful tips and stories to tell.**Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to dozens of guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact her at placesirememberlealane.com_____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has produced over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts. _____Travel vlogs of featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now also drop on YouTube.  Please subscribe, like, and comment. 

Dive deep into the strategic mindset of level design, the shift from AAA development to indie studio entrepreneurship, and a radical new business model for creating innovative "Cocktail Games."Key Takeaways & Discussion PointsThe Reality of Level Design Beyond Architecture: Willem, a former level designer at Velan (Knockout City) and Zynga (Star Wars Hunters) , defines level design not as architecture, but as the execution of the game's intent and vision. You are the "great implementers" who build the playground for the core mechanics. Finding the Fun: Execution requires risk-taking. Good levels break the traditional norms—like the restrictive three-lane structure in some shooters —to find unexpected fun and keep the experience fresh. Inspiration Outside the Engine: To avoid creative blocks, step outside your comfort zone. Willem found inspiration for a level in Knockout City (Rooftop Rumble) by listening to Pink Floyd and used JFK assassination podcasts to conceptualize Darth Vader's Castle.

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On this week’s episode, Jenessa Williams and Kev Lawson share their last set of fresh new music tracks for 2025, talk about end-of-year ‘best of’ lists, artists taking big musical swings, live music in San Francisco, and about another year of podcast here at edit radio. Artist “Track” [Album] [edit] radio podcast 799 – Right... The post Podcast 799 | Featuring Robyn, FKA Twigs & Snocaps appeared first on .

It's time to give Thanks! And we're thankful for the amount of readable material out in the ether - because without it, what else would we bring to the table?This month is something special - our very first Battle of the Genres as Novel Spirits! One genre, two books, one victor. Jacob and Michael face off to see who can bring the top sample of Magical Realism. Piranesi or Blade of the Immortal!Piranesi - https://www.amazon.com/Piranesi-Susanna-Clarke/dp/1635577802Blade of the Immortal - https://www.amazon.com/Blade-Immortal-Omnibus-Hiroaki-Samura/dp/1506701248The drinks varied for this episode because there wasn't a set theme to work with, so bring out your favorite and enjoy all the same. Any and all feedback welcome!And don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment/vote for your chance to win some amazing studio prizes. Subscribers (and voters!) are auto-enrolled in our new monthly raffle, where you can win studio merch, books, comics, games, and more.As always, Cheers! Until next time. #podcast   #podcasts   #podcasting   #comics   #artist   #writing   #reviews   #comicreviews   #comicreview    #booklover   #bookreview   #booktok  #books   #artwork   #art   #podcastlife  #drunkreaction  #readingcommunity  #funny  #indieauthors  #bookrecommendations #piranesi #ninja #samurai #bladeoftheimmortal #magic #magicalrealism #narnia #mixology #drinks  

This week's show, after a Damned demolition: brand new The Scenics (world premier!), Tombstones in Their Eyes, Trinary System, Tony Molina, Shudder to Think, Cliff & Ivy, Guided By Voices, and Larry Beckett & Stuart Anthony, plus The Beatles, The Idle ...

What would you do if your boss was actually a giant bug? Something to think about.Today we're talking about Sub-Verge by Interactive Tragedy, Limited! A game about listening to people and trying not to drown. Get Sub-Verge on Steam or itch.io. Follow Interactive Tragedy, Limited's work on their website!Links:Subtle Mind - A Sub-Verge prequel by Zach Dodson on Steam---Support us on Ko-fi!Visit our website!Follow us on Twitch!Follow the show on Bluesky!Check out The Worst Garbage Online!---Art by Tara CrawfordTheme music by _amaranthineAdditional sounds by BoqehProduced and edited by AJ Fillari---Timecodes:(00:00) - drop.zip (00:30) - Interactive tragedy-likes (01:13) - What is Sub-Verge? (05:12) - There are multiple endings (05:59) - Trying to pick the right order (14:02) - The player can only decide who pulls (15:54) - What the game is "about" (17:56) - Spoilers (17:57) - The Mind (20:46) - How the story is doled out (22:27) - Krake 2025 (27:25) - Some friction (29:27) - High level story chat (34:06) - The endings (40:15) - The game is bleak! (42:29) - The game is good (44:32) - Big Takeaways (44:52) - Chase's Big Takeaway (51:46) - AJ's Big Takeaway (57:57) - A Noam Chomsky cliffhanger (58:17) - Thank you for listening

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In this Thanksgiving episode, I take a look at five things I am thankful for as an indie author. This coupon code will get you 25% off the ebooks in the Ghost Exile series at my Payhip store: EXILE2025 The coupon code is valid through December 8, 2025. So if you need a new ebook this winter, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 279 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is November 24th, 2025, and today I'm discussing five things I'm thankful for as an indie author for this Thanksgiving themed episode. As you might guess, I am recording this a little early to get ahead of the [United States] Thanksgiving holiday, but all the news and updates should still be current. We will start off with Coupon of the Week and then a progress update on my current writing and publishing projects. First up is Coupon of the Week and this week's coupon code will get you 25% off all the ebooks in the Ghost Exile series at my Payhip store. And that code is EXILE2025, and as always, the coupon code and the link to my store will be available in the show notes. This coupon code is valid through December 8, 2025, so if you need a new ebook this winter as we head into the Christmas season, we've got you covered. Now an update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. Blade of Shadows is done and it should be available on all the ebook stores: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, Google Play, Apple Books, Smashwords, and my own Payhip store. Initial reviews and reactions have been positive, so thank you all very much for that. My next main project is Wizard-Assassin, and that will be the fifth book in the Half-Elven Thief series. If my math is right, I think I'm about 25% of the way through the rough draft, and my goal is to get that out on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited before Christmas 2025, which will make (hopefully if all goes well) Wizard-Assassin the final book I publish in 2025. The first book I hopefully publish in 2026 will be Blade of Storms, the third book in the Blades of Ruin epic fantasy series, and the direct sequel to Blade of Shadows. I am about a thousand words into Blade of Storms, so just starting and hopefully that will be the first book I publish in 2026 (if all goes well). In audiobook news, Blade of Shadows…the status of that is pretty much the same as the last time I recorded three days ago. It's available at some of the audiobook stores but hasn't finished processing and gotten up on ACX yet. That was narrated by Brad Wills. We are approaching proof copies of the audiobook of Cloak of Embers, and that will be narrated by Hollis McCarthy. So that is where we are at with my current writing, publishing and audiobook projects. 00:02:24 Main Topic: 5 Things to Be Thankful For as an Indie Author So let's move on to our main topic in keeping with the Thanksgiving holiday, which is only a few days away as I record this and was only a few days past when this episode was live, and that is five things to be thankful for as an indie author because I do spend on the show a lot of time talking about the various challenges and difficulties of being an indie author, but there are a lot of things to be thankful for as well. So as I said before, the Thanksgiving holiday is coming up here in the United States and that day always leads [me] to reflect on what we have to be thankful for. And one of the things at the top of my list is my work as an indie author and publisher. Today I'm going to talk about five things that I can be thankful for as an indie author and that other indie authors may be thankful for as well. #1: Creative freedom. As I've talked about before on this podcast, the most immediate benefit to indie publishing is not having to make creative compromises in order to get published. For example, you can make a series the exact length that you want it to be, not what the market can support. You can write in whatever genre, style, and using the themes you want without any interference. As we all know, traditional publishing is pretty trend driven and they seek out books that match trends because they are very risk averse. There's a time about a decade and a half ago when publishers were outright telling authors not to submit books with goblins and orcs and other traditional fantasy creatures, for example. Instead of trying to change your book or writing style in order to get accepted by traditional publishing, indie publishing allows you to create and share the exact book that you want to and then it can rise and fall on its own merits and how well you market it. In fact, what has been traditionally called genre writing (such as categories [like] science fiction and fantasy and mystery and so forth) have flourished without the constraints of traditional publishing. The Internet and platforms like Amazon and the other ebook platforms as well have made it easy for readers to discover books that fit in their preferred genres and styles, not what publishers think they want to read. #2: Freedom from bad deals. The traditional publishing industry is not quite as exploitative as the music industry, but it is not through a lack of trying. Bad deals abound in traditional publishing because they're relying on the fact that new authors want to be published so badly that they're willing to compromise on things like royalty rates, exclusivity agreements, and control over rights. This mindset persists quite strongly even today where if you go on any of the social media platforms, you'll see writers desperately trying to get themselves an agent rather than doing what they should be doing, self-publishing and learning digital marketing. The amounts paid out in advances (which is the amount that publishers pay authors before a book is released) are decreasing and fewer and fewer books are earning out (which means that the author receives royalties beyond the initial advance). Romance writers are especially benefiting from indie publishing because one of the top publishers in that genre is known to make deals that don't favor the author such as low advances and royalty rates, and they don't allow for contract negotiations. Indie publishing gives you the ability to get published and get your book to readers without taking a bad deal from a publisher or worse yet, turning to scammers. And unfortunately, there are a lot of scammers out there. In indie publishing, where you publish is what determines how much you receive. Each platform has their own royalty setup and payment structures, and you'll get paid far more often (usually monthly, sometimes quarterly) and have the ability to review book sales in real time instead of waiting for quarterly statements (if that or sometimes biannual statements) from a publisher that feel like they're written in hieroglyphics. If you're publishing on a direct sales platform like Pay Hip or Shopify, you can get as much as 90% of each sale and you don't have to wait for a book to reach the mysterious point where it earns out in order to get that money because the money is immediately available to you, although usually after a period of 60 days or so. And if you are an indie author, you don't have to worry about your publisher canceling your active series because of sales that the publisher doesn't like, which is allowed in a standard traditional publishing contract. It's becoming increasingly common to have publishers do this even when the next book in the series is ready for publication or even scheduled for publication. Indie authors can always complete a series for their readers, (which I've been able to do with Stealth and Spells Online most recently, for example). #3: Write [and] release at your own pace. There are no, or at the very least, very, very, very few traditional publishers that would let me have the frequent release schedule I currently have. For example, Blade of Flames came out in September, and then Blade of Shadows is coming out right now in the gap of only two months. Publishing still thinks in terms of seasonal releases, especially the fall and spring release seasons. The schedules for these releases are created far, far in advance and don't change all that much. In self-publishing, there is no one bumping your release to another season or telling you that you can't put out a book because a similar book is coming out at the same time. If you want to put out a book monthly like the pulp writers of old, you are completely free to do that. I do that myself when possible because I'm hoping there's less about a month gap between Blade Shadows and Wizard Assassin. #4: Control over your online brand. Traditional publishers like their authors to have a strong social media presence and heavily favor authors with a large and preexisting follower account. They even give pre-written social posts to their authors or require pre-approval from their team before posting on social media. With indie publishing, you are completely free to exist online in the way that makes the most sense and is the healthiest for you, and no one is telling you what you can or you can post. You can post as much as you want or even forego certain media platforms altogether or as many of them as you want. For myself, I like to post about my hobbies like vintage video games, even though that's a not a high engagement topic that the algorithm favors. There is no one telling me what I can post or trying get me to increase my follower count as a condition of getting future contracts. #5: And for me personally, the fifth and final thing to be thankful for that we'll discuss on this episode is the ability to make a living and hire others. And obviously this is a big, big, big thing to be grateful for. I've been an indie author for 14 and a half years now, and a full-time one for over nine years, and I was able to hire people to help me two and a half years ago with many non-writing tasks such as Amazon Ads, podcast transcripts, bookkeeping, and so forth. I have also been able to hire narrators like Brad Wills, Hollis McCarthy, C.J. McCallister, and Leanne Woodward to produce my audiobooks since the majority of my audiobooks are self-funded by me. I don't have to rely on a team that a publisher that has been picked out for me, and I can choose my own team as an indie author, or I can do everything myself, which is what I really did for the first 11 years. Unlike a team that a traditional publisher that has been spread too thin across an increasing number of authors, the team I hire is focused on making the best ebook or audiobook we can, and we're all on the same page. The ability to make a living at my work and even hire others is because of all of you. I am very, very grateful for all of you who have read my books and listened to my audiobooks, and so thank you very much, and we hopefully we will have new things for you to read and listen to in the coming months and in 2026. In conclusion, there is a lot to be thankful for in the world of indie publishing. Although it is hard work, the benefits of being an indie author over a traditionally published one are significant, and I suspect they're only going to grow over time as the traditional publishing industry continues to consolidate into one or two few mega corporations. So for Thanksgiving 2025, I'm grateful for all of my readers who allow me to be an indie author, and thank you once again for all of your support. So that's it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review of your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.  

Sole Of Indie Show #138!! December is HERE! The New Year is ever so close! “Tis the season!” Yearend goal for the podcast 65,000! You CAN make it happen! Please, keep downloading and sharing the podcast! All the usual download spots. Oh! And the website, too – TheMusicAuthority.com! The Music Authority Podcast... heard daily on TheMusicAuthority.com, Belter Radio, Podchaser, Deezer, Amazon Music, Audible, Listen Notes, Google Podcast Manager, Mixcloud, Player FM, Stitcher, Tune In, Podcast Addict, Cast Box, Radio Public, and Pocket Cast, and APPLE iTunes! Follow the show on “X” Jim Prell@TMusicAuthority! How to listen in?*Podcast - https://themusicauthority.transistor.fm/  The Music Authority Podcast! *Website – TheMusicAuthority.comSpecial Recorded Network Shows, too! Different than my daily show!*@TMusicAuthority Jim Prell with The Music Authority on @BelterRadio Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7 pm ET & Wednesday 9 pm ET *Radio Candy Radio Monday Wednesday, & Friday 7PM ET, 4PM PT*Rockin' The KOR Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday at 7PM UK time, 2PM ET, 11AM PT  www.koradio.rocks*Pop Radio UK Friday, Saturday, & Sunday 6PM UK, 1PM ET, 10AM PT! *Sole Of Indie https://soleofindie.rocks/ Monday Through Friday 6PM ET! *AltPhillie.Rocks Sunday, Thursday, & Saturday At 11:00AM ET!Sole Of Indie Show #138…@Super8UK – TMA Opening Theme@Joe Normal - Fabulous Christmas@Silverglam - No One Waits Till Christmas@Jamie Hoover – Surfin' With Santa@The James Clark Institute - It's Still Snowing Outside@Forge Hounds - A Merry Jingle@Alice Nelson - Mistletoe Kiss@SoulBird - The Music Authority Jingle@GaryKaluza - Shut Up Mariah (@Code213Records)@GaryKaluza - XMas Bussiness (@Code213Records)@Andrew Dean & @Cindy Lou - Snowbird Wonderland@Calvin Bridges - That's What I Want For Christmas@Chandra - Christmas Hugs@Nolan Voide - The Music Authority Jingle@Darrell Dorsett & The Family - Wooo! Its Chistmas Time Again@Dear Misses - Christmas Lights@Helene Neijmeijer - Your First Christmastime@Hilken & Melissa (feat. Kay Hanley) - What's So Bad About Christmas? (@Rum Bar Records)@The Other Girls - I'm Not Getting Anything for Christmas (@Rum Bar Records)@KC Armstrong – I Hate That Sweater@The Soul Revival – I Still Believe

The first AM of the last month of 2025 hopefully sounds a bit less wintry than the world outside. Tune in for a throwback to Talk Talk's final album, new music from AM favourites like Chad VanGaalen, The Notwist, and Teen Daze, and a mix of genres from the ambient and experimental to the groovy and garage-y. Here's hoping it helps you ease into December.Playlist: Mount Maxwell - Water BabiesC.R. Gillespie - The GardenLoula Yorke - FontanaTeen Daze - Don't Think About ItCharles Webster & The South African Connection, featuring Emamkay, Bokang Ramatlapeng - RainVarious Artists, featuring Charles A.D. - Snow loverSimon Pyke - The UnstoppableThe Central Office Of Information - Animal FurnitureVarious Artists, featuring Greg Licher - Zen and the Art of Long Distance DrivingPeter Gagliardi - HauntedCosmique Hypnotique - FuschreKing Khan, Wolf Clan Jo - Morning SongCris Derksen - TreatiesFabiano do Nascimento, E Ruscha V - NascerHilary Woods - FaultsVanbur - My OwnTalk Talk - New GrassFull Moon Bummer - Moon Eats the SunUlrika Spacek - Square Root of NoneThe Radiation Flowers - Sunshine on the HeavensThe Notwist - X-RayPocket Dimension - MindTony Molina - Violets of DawnLab Coast - Back to Your FutureSharp Pins - Queen of Globes and MirrorsOctoduck - Crying ShameOrbital Ensemble - DaydreamsMagic Fig - Sensation SeekerHeems, featuring Unknown Mortal Orchestra - LoveseatHélène Barbier - Kindness in a CupBernardo Devlin - 5:45Gruff Rhys - Dos AmdaniFrankie Cosmos - Joyride

Indie singer/songwriter Gregory McLoughlin's new self titled arrives Dec 12th to all streaming platforms!    For years, Gregory McLoughlin has done what most artists won't – stream every Monday night to a loyal online crowd, play to anyone who'll listen, and find ways to turn small moments into connection. His debut album carries the weight and warmth of that work, and I'd love to get your thoughts on setting something up with Greg to help tell his story over the next few weeks.   Gregory's story is really about building connection the long, patient way. He's spent years doing it the only way he knows how – showing up with a bass, a kick drum, and a foot tambourine, asking strangers in parking lots and campgrounds, “Can I play you a song?” Sometimes they walk away, sometimes they sing along, and every now and then, a whole campsite joins in. That fearless, face-to-face kind of performing has quietly become his trademark.Around Hoboken, he's a familiar face; if you're part of the local music scene, you probably know Greg. A few years ago, through nothing but charm and persistence, he convinced Symposia Bookstore on Washington Street to let him play there once a week – and somehow, it stuck. Now, every week, people gather in that cozy little bookstore to see him play. It says everything about who he is: steady, fearless, and completely committed to connecting with people, even if he's never been the coolest guy in the room. Make sure to check out his new self titled album, arriving Dec 12th!   Website: www.GregoryMcLoughlin.com Social Media www.Instagram.com/GregoryMcLoughlin    About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Getty Images photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.comFollow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell  voice over intro by Nigel J. Farmer  

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We were thrilled to welcome back acclaimed psychological thriller author and Richard & Judy Bestseller, Lizzy Barber, to the show. Lizzy is the author of several gripping novels, including Be Mine, and has a knack for cutting right through the polished facade of the author life to reveal the messy, chaotic, and often hilarious reality.As The Writing Community Chat Show, recently ranked among the top 10 writing podcasts in the UK, we've interviewed over 360 authors, from NYT best-sellers to indie superstars. Few, however, have been as candid as Lizzy about the sheer struggle of creative output when life throws everything at you.This conversation is essential listening for anyone who feels they are running out of time, energy, or hope while chasing their writing dreams.1. The Real Cost of ‘The Slow Draft.'Lizzy shared that her current novel, her fifth, has been the slowest to write, a process she describes as being “on ice.” This wasn't due to a lack of ideas but due to life: the birth of her daughter, dealing with family loss, and major personal hardships.The interview kicked off with a major truth bomb about managing expectations. Lizzy, who is working on this novel while juggling motherhood and dealing with family issues, admitted she has learned to accept a 500-word-a-day target.“I have worked out that for me that has meant 500 words a day. And I'm comfortable with that. And some days I will write a thousand and think, ‘what a great day.' And then the next day I might write two.”She argues against the perceived hierarchy in the writing community that values speed and high word counts. While some authors happily “splurge 4,000 words a day,” Lizzy opts for quality, slow progress, where her 500 words are likely to be “500 really good words that won't get cut up or replaced.”This is a powerful reminder: the goal is the finished product, not the speed of the first draft.2. Navigating Publishing: Big Five vs. Indie.Lizzy has the unique experience of having worked with both ‘Big Five' publishing houses and an indie publisher (Dura). She offered a rare, side-by-side comparison of the two models:3. The Uncomfortable Question: Imposter Syndrome.Perhaps the most resonant part of the conversation for aspiring and established writers alike was Lizzy's raw honesty about self-doubt.When discussing the draft she just completed after two years, she was upfront about her inner turmoil: “There is a part of me that thinks that this might not actually work as a book and that I might junk it.”This is imposter syndrome at its highest level - the doubt that creeps in after hundreds of hours of work. For Lizzy, this feeling is exacerbated by an “uneven publishing experience” and the anxiety of never finding a constant publisher “home.”“The worst thought is this kind of awareness of never being published again—that you're kind of you're done... That's the kind of constant fear that you kind of live on the highwire of as an author.”Her advice for surviving this? Focus solely on the writing, because that is the only thing you can control. Don't chase trends, and don't let external noise or sales charts dictate your self-worth.4. The Author Brand: Be Yourself. (Even If You're ADHD)Lizzy, who recently started to explore the possibility that she has undiagnosed ADHD, spoke about how she manages her time and how her personality informs her public persona.She admits she is good at jumping into pockets of time but “can't write around the chaos.” She needs to compartmentalize her writing time, a vital lesson for any busy creative.On building an author brand, her advice is simple: Be authentic.If you are an introvert who hates reels and being on camera, don't force it, it won't feel fun or look genuine. But if you, like Lizzy, are comfortable debating, answering difficult questions, and being visible:“I love being on camera. I trained as an actress... I like the sound of my own voice. I don't mind being silly. I don't mind being filmed. I say [to my publisher] use me for that. I'm very comfortable to kind of debate and be asked hard questions.”Find your niche, whether it's through newsletters, blogs, or public appearances, and commit to it. But whatever you do, avoid the pressure to join the “5 a.m. writer's club” just because it sounds productive. Prioritize your sleep and your process.Watch the Full Interview.Lizzy's interview is full of crucial, honest advice for writers at every stage of their career. We cover everything from the psychological complexities of her thrillers to the magic of the Harrogate Crime Writers Festival.Watch the full episode below (or listen to the podcast audio):Connect with Lizzy Barber:* Instagram: @byLizzyBarber* Buy Her Books: Available on Amazon, the Dura website, and all good bookstores.Join our brand new community on our Stanstore! After conducting 360 plus interviews, we have compiled digital products to help your writing. Plus, community members get access to our live writing sprints where we write with you, keep you accountable, and give you free access to our 1-on-1 video coaching. There are forum like tabs in our community group where you can post work and receive advice, plus, much more. Join here: https://stan.store/TheWCCSSupport Our Non-Profit CIC.As many of you know, The Writing Community Chat Show is now officially a non-profit Community Interest Company (CIC). Our mission is to support authors and creatives through interviews, workshops, competitions, and community projects.Running the show takes time, effort, and resources — from live streaming and editing, to event hosting and outreach. If you enjoy what we do and want to help us continue providing a platform for authors, please consider donating directly to our PayPal. Every contribution goes right back into growing the show and supporting the writing community.Donate here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/TheWCCSEven the price of a coffee makes a difference in helping us keep the lights on, the mics live, and the conversations flowing.Featured on these blog posts as one of the best writing podcasts:Number 7 in the top 11 writing podcasts of 2025 by Million Podcasts. com https://millionpodcasts.com/author-interview-podcasts/…Number 3 in the top 10 best writing UK podcasts of 2025.https://podcast.feedspot.com/uk_writing_podcasts/The 10 best writing podcasts of 2024, No1 The Writing Community Chat Show - 10 Best UK Writing Podcasts You Must Follow in 2024 (feedspot.com) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thewccs.substack.com/subscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-writing-community-chat-show--5445493/support.

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In this episode of The Jason Cavness Experience, Jason sits down with Kate Edwards. An award-winning 30+ year leader in the global game industry, culturalization pioneer, former Executive Director of the IGDA, former head of the Global Game Jam, CEO of Geogrify, and CXO/Co-Founder of SetJetters. Kate has worked on more than 306 games across genres including RTS, FPS, racing, horror, and AAA franchises like Age of Empires, Battlefield, Mad Max, Jade Empire, and Indiana Jones. She is widely known for establishing the discipline of game culturalization, helping studios navigate geography, culture, geopolitics, and global markets. Jason and Kate dive deep into her journey from Microsoft geographer to global industry leader, her work on major titles, running IGDA during Gamergate, giving historic talks at the Royal Geographical Society, and consulting for studios around the world.  Kate also opens up about battling imposter syndrome, embracing introversion as a superpower, protecting creative teams, and why the future of games depends on cultural awareness and authentic storytelling. A powerhouse episode for anyone in gaming, tech, leadership, or creative industries. Topics Discussed: • How Kate pioneered the field of game culturalization • Working on 300+ games across global studios • Her path from Microsoft to founding Geogrify • Cultural risks, geopolitical challenges, and narrative world-building • Behind the scenes of Age of Empires, Jade Empire, Battlefield, Indiana Jones, and more • The evolution of gaming from Pong to massive AAA franchises • Indie studios shaking up the industry • Speaking worldwide and navigating stage nerves • Gamergate, harassment, and standing up for underrepresented creators • Diversity, representation, and global game development • Her dream studios and game franchises • Why introversion can be a creative advantage • Imposter syndrome, leadership, and creative courage  Connect with Kate Edwards:

This week's episode features some very quick Splatoon 3 thoughts, Xbox maybe raising prices again, and games: Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster, Total Chaos, Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury, Save Room - The Merchant, StarLightRiders: HyperJump, EVERDARK: Undead Apocalypse, and Grief like a stray dog. Anyway and as always, thank you for watching or listening, I hope you enjoy this here episode, and I hope you have a wonderful wonderful rest of your day. (And if you haven't already, or are a listener and not a watcher, please like, subscribe, hit the bell, and all that jazz; it may not seem like much, but it goes a long way in helping support the show and site in general. I would appreciate it greatly.)

We dig into November's biggest shifts across gaming and pop culture, from Valve's living-room Steam device to Call of Duty's stumble, Funko's slide, and a surprising anime controversy. Laughs, hot takes, and a Thanksgiving trivia showdown round out the ride.• Valve's living-room Steam machine as a console disruptor• Pricing realities, SteamOS strategy, and ecosystem lock-in• Where PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo head next• Funko's oversupply problem and collector fatigue• Call of Duty's sales drop, battle pass burnout, and better alternatives• One Punch Man S3 animation backlash and AI suspicion• Indie victories and why fair pricing matters• Discord headlines in one-sentence lightning roundFind all available episodes of Friendly Neighborhood Gamers here!Follow the Loyal Undead on YouTube here!Find all of Caught Red Headed's links here!

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Punk Rock Demonstration Radio Show with Jack #1027 11/24/25. This is an archived broadcast of a previous Punk Rock Demonstration Radio Show. New shows broadcast every Monday 7:00PM - 9:00PM and every Tuesday 7:00AM - 9:00AM Pacific time. You can listen live and participate at https://punkrockdemo.com