Podcast appearances and mentions of John Holland

#MattStevens #AlexRobnett #PanopticonComic #DarkWebComics #DigitalPools #Macroverse #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #SciFiComics #MysteryComics #PrisonStory #SurveillanceFiction #InteractiveComics #Storycomic #ComicsInterview On this episode of Storycomic Presents, I'm joined by Matt Stevens, creator of Panopticon, and Alex Robnett, Matt's creative partner at DarkWeb Comics and author of Digital Pools. Panopticon is a mature sci-fi prison graphic novel about a new inmate entering a timeless, single-chamber facility where prisoners never know when, or even whether, they are being watched. As he learns the rules and codes of the prison, he has to unravel the mystery of the facility, its unseen wardens, and the possibility that staying may be deadlier than escape. We talk about the story's core themes: oppressive surveillance, unreliable memory, loyalty, control, and the slow uncovering of truth inside a system built on fear. We also dig into Matt's creative process, including the interactive Intake Processing character creator that lets readers build their own inmate and unlock classified content. Alex joins the conversation to talk about Digital Pools, DarkWeb Comics, and their plans to launch multiple stories through Macroverse, a platform focused on digital comics and mobile-first storytelling. If you like sci-fi mystery, prison stories, unreliable narrators, interactive comics, and indie creators building new ways for readers to engage, this is a great conversation.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, Alexis E. Fajardo, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ https://kidbeowulf.com/

#RoxieInColor #DianeDebrovner #StacyCervenka #CandlewickPress #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #ChildrensBooks #DisabilityRepresentation #BlindParents #BlindnessAwareness #Accessibility #GuideDogs #FamilyStories #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic On this episode of We Make Children's Books, I'm joined by Diane Debrovner and Stacy Cervenka, co-authors of the middle-grade novel Roxie in Color, published by Candlewick Press. Roxie in Color follows Roxie, a seventh grader starting over at a new school. Roxie loves her parents, but she is tired of being defined by their blindness. At her old school, people did not always see Roxie clearly — they saw “the girl with the blind parents.” So when her family moves to a new town, Roxie decides to keep her parents' blindness a secret from her classmates. She also avoids telling them that she may have inherited the same eye condition that caused her mother's vision loss. For a while, Roxie is happier than she has ever been. But secrets have consequences, and when her lies and omissions lead to a visit from Child Protective Services, Roxie has to decide whether she can be honest with her friends, her family, and herself. The novel also includes chapters from the point of view of Roxie's mother's guide dog, giving readers a fresh and moving way into the family's world. We talk about blind parenting, sighted children of blind parents, disability representation, accessibility in book design, middle-school identity, and the everyday ordinariness — and joy — of families with disabled parents.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, Alexis E. Fajardo, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ https://kidbeowulf.com/

Mark Bell returns to Storycomic Presents to talk about his newest Kickstarter, S.P.I.R.I.T. #1–4: Mothman Needs Us! The campaign brings readers into the world of S.P.I.R.I.T., an all-ages supernatural comic about a group of teen girl paranormal investigators who use science to explore, question, and sometimes debunk the unexplained — until the unexplained starts talking back. With issue 4, Mark brings in Mothman, one of the most famous cryptids in American folklore. The campaign pitch promises an LGBTQ+ all-ages supernatural adventure where a group of teen girls help Mothman and a drag queen save a bus full of kids. That mix of cryptid weirdness, humor, action, and heart is exactly what makes Plague Doctor Press comics so much fun. We talk about why Mothman is such a perfect fit for S.P.I.R.I.T., how Mark balances spooky material with all-ages adventure, how queer characters and community fit naturally into the story, and what it takes to keep an indie comic series moving from issue to issue. If you like ghosts, cryptids, young investigators, found family, and indie comics with heart, this is a Kickstarter to watch. #MarkBell #PlagueDoctorPress #SPIRITComic #MothmanNeedsUs #Mothman #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #AllAgesComics #LGBTQComics #SupernaturalComics #CryptidComics #ParanormalComics #ComicCreator #Storycomic #ComicsInterview The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

On this episode of Storycomic Presents, I'm joined by my recurring podcast friends Kurt Sasso and Jeff Haas for our quarterly podcasting roundtable. Every few months, we get together to talk about the real behind-the-scenes work of podcasting: what's working, what's changing, what tools we're using, what's frustrating us, and what we're learning from the guests, creators, and audiences we serve. Podcasting is more than just hitting record. It involves booking, preparation, interview flow, audio quality, editing, publishing, promotion, consistency, and the challenge of keeping your creative energy up over time. In this roundtable, we talk openly about the practical and creative sides of making shows — from what makes a good guest conversation to how podcasters can keep growing without losing the joy of it. We'll also look at how the podcasting landscape is shifting, including video, social clips, AI tools, newsletters, community building, and the continuing challenge of discoverability. If you host a podcast, want to start one, guest on podcasts, or simply enjoy hearing how independent creators keep their shows moving, this conversation is for you.   #Podcasting #PodcastRoundtable #Podcasters #PodcastTips #PodcastLife #PodcastCommunity #IndiePodcasting #ContentCreation #CreatorTalk #InterviewPodcast #PodcastGrowth #PodcastGuests #Storycomic #KurtSasso #JeffHaas Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

On this episode, I'm joined by award-winning author N. West Moss to talk about her middle-grade debut, Birdy, on sale February 17, 2026. Birdy follows eleven-year-old Birdy and her younger brother, Mouse, after the death of their mother. The two siblings have always been a team: Birdy is realistic and protective, while Mouse is trusting and hopeful. But after their mother dies of cancer, they are forced to leave the city and move to the country with relatives they've never met. Their new home with Aunt Mitzie and Uncle Shadow is messy, warm, chaotic, and unfamiliar. There is food in the kitchen, room to play outside, and adults who seem to care. Mouse begins to feel at home. Birdy, however, can't let herself trust it — because their social worker has promised to find them a permanent placement by the next school year. We talk about writing grief for young readers, the bond between siblings, the fear of trusting adults after loss, and how family can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places. This is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, belonging, and what happens when a guarded child starts to hope. #NWestMoss #Birdy #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #ChildrensBooks #ComingOfAgeNovel #SiblingStories #FoundFamily #GriefInKidLit #BooklistStarredReview #FosterCareStories #FamilyStories #AuthorInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

On this episode of Storycomic Presents, I'm joined by bestselling author and former attorney William Bernhardt to talk about his book The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice, and an American Icon. Most people think they know the story of Superman. William Bernhardt argues that they don't. Behind the world's first superhero is a decades-long fight by co-creator Jerry Siegel to reclaim credit, dignity, and justice after corporations made billions from the character he helped create. Drawing on newly uncovered legal documents and interviews with people who had never spoken publicly before, Bernhardt explores how Superman became what some call the “original sin” of the comic book industry. This is more than a behind-the-scenes comic book story. It is an American history about creativity versus commerce, power versus persistence, and what happens when artists lose control of the work that defines them. We talk about who Jerry Siegel really was, how much of him lives inside Clark Kent, the role of Joanne Siegel, the legal battle over Superman, and why “truth, justice, and the American way” becomes especially complicated when you look at how Superman's own creators were treated. With new Superman and Supergirl films bringing fresh attention to the icon, this conversation could not be better timed. #WilliamBernhardt #TheSupermanWars #Superman #JerrySiegel #JoeShuster #ComicBookHistory #ComicsHistory #SupermanHistory #CreatorRights #TruthJustice #AmericanIcon #DCComicsHistory #AuthorInterview #Storycomic #ComicBooks The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

In this episode, Gabrielle Bernstein shares powerful conversations and practical methods designed to help you strengthen your intuition, connect with spirit, and become more open to divine guidance. Through insights from renowned mediums and intuitive teachers John Holland, Rebecca Rosen, Sean Collyns, and Lisa Williams, Gabby explores how to clear blocks to intuition, read energy and auras, connect with loved ones on the other side, communicate with your guides, protect your energy, and trust your inner knowing. Whether you're new to exploring your psychic abilities or looking to deepen your spiritual connection, this episode offers simple tools to help you tune in and recognize the guidance around you.

On today's show: Headlines: Human Rights Law Centre releases its recommendations as Royal Commission Into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion comes to last week of public hearings31st of August marks five years since Taliban came to power in AfghanistanVic Pride Centre hosts employment fair with the ADF, Coles, Amazon, John Holland and other suspect employers boasting their ‘inclusive workplaces'.Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek calls for Labor to consider tighter reforms around the depiction of sexual violence online following death of a sixteen year old Sydney girlSegments:  Last week Declassified Australia and Michael West Media both published an article written by Tom Orsag entitled '‘BLUE-WASHING': CORPORATE PROFITS AND THE DESTRUCTION OF GAZA'. It explains the growing corporate investment into F35 parts manufacturers across the continent and how the Federal government props it up. We were joined by the article's author Tom Orsag, a retired member of the cfmeu and the article's author. Read the full article hereWe play an excerpt of Amy Aednit Ciara's interview with a group of LGBTQI+ refugees in a camp in Kenya. In this recording Amy speaks to Rasheed (he/him), Sammy (he/him), Brenda (she/her) and Rachael (she/her). These are cis gay and lesbian refugees from Uganda trying to build a self sustaining encampment that will hopefully have greater longevity than block 13, a previous encampment which was attacked and disbanded. LGBT+ refugees in Kakuma experience discrimination and violence from other refugees, Kenyan authorities and UNHCR employees. This was before block 13 was disbanded and before US AID pulled out. A content warning that in this segment we hear accounts of sexual assault and unwanted pregnancies. Please share their website www.queerpride.africa Funds will go to food and creating self sustaining projects like raising chooks to sell eggs for further projects.The show ends with a conversation with community organiser Jiggy about protesting logging and mining on Gumbaynggirr Country in so-called Coffs Harbor. Support the organisations mentioned - @savepinecreekforest, @bellingenactivistnetwork & Friends of Pine Creek & Lock the Gate Nambucca. Songs played: 9 to 5 - Dolly Parton You Don't Care About Poor People - Mudrat

#DavidMcCord #NewVentureGames #TabletopGames #BoardGames #GameDesign #StrategyGames #HistoricGames #ClassicGames #SoloGames #PrintAndPlay #PegGames #GameDesigner #IndieGames #TabletopCommunity #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by David McCord, the game designer, artist, collector, and founder of NewVenture Games. NewVenture Games is dedicated to preserving classic games from history while also creating new tabletop experiences. David's catalog includes traditional strategy games, Peg Pastimes, solo games, print-and-play games, and original tabletop designs. His work brings together art, game mechanics, history, manufacturing, and the simple joy of sitting down to play. We talk about how David became interested in tabletop games, what makes historic games worth preserving, and why simple rules can still create deep strategy. We also get into the creative process behind designing a game: choosing components, building boards, testing rules, creating artwork, and figuring out whether a game is fun enough to keep coming back to. If you love board games, strategy games, classic games, game history, or the maker side of tabletop design, this is a great conversation. We also talk about why tabletop games continue to matter — not just as entertainment, but as a way to think, connect, compete, learn, and spend meaningful time away from screens. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

On this episode, I'm joined by returning guest Alexis “Lex” Fajardo, Eisner Award-winning cartoonist and creator of Kid Beowulf, to talk about his newest Kickstarter: The Kid Beowulf Odyssey Annual. The campaign features a 44-page, full-color comic book collecting three new stories from Kid Beowulf Odyssey. It follows twin brothers Beowulf and Grendel as they enter a new adventure where they must survive a land of myths and monsters. If you're new to the series, Kid Beowulf is a middle-grade graphic novel adventure inspired by epic poetry and world mythology. It reimagines Beowulf and Grendel as 12-year-old twin brothers traveling across distant lands, meeting legendary heroes, and stumbling into danger everywhere they go. Lex has described the series as a gateway into older stories like Beowulf, Gilgamesh, and The Ramayana, using comics to point readers back toward the source material. We talk about creating annual-style comics, building a mythic universe, writing for middle-grade readers, crowdfunding, and why monsters are often the best way into timeless stories.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

John Holland is back on the show for a new Kickstarter  — Vampires vs. Zombies, a comic idea that has been living in his head for years. John first tried to bring the story to life with artist Hernan Gonzales, who drew about eight pages in black and white. John loved the pages, especially the way the black-and-white style made the red blood stand out, but the project stalled when he had too many things going at once and not enough money to keep it moving. Years later, after Hernan moved on to work on Star Trek for IDW, John found himself working with another artist he admired: Jorge Luis Gabotto. While taking a short break from Akemi, John revisited the old script, realized he already had the story mapped out, and brought Vampires vs. Zombies back into motion. In this episode, we talk about unfinished creative projects, knowing when to return to an old idea, the fun of classic monster matchups, and how Jorge's art, colors, lettering, and character expressions helped shape this new version of the comic. If you like indie comics, horror-action, vampires, zombies, and behind-the-scenes creator stories, this episode is a fun one. #JohnHolland #DieBoldComics #VampiresVsZombies #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #HorrorComics #ZombieComics #VampireComics #ComicCreator #CrowdfundedComics #JorgeLuisGabotto #IndieHorror #ComicBookKickstarter #Storycomic #ComicsInterview The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

On this episode , I'm joined by Amy Meislin Pollack, author of The Adventures of Jelly Bean series. Amy has been living with the character of Jelly Bean since she was in fourth grade in 1960. Over the years, she told Jelly Bean stories to her students during a 40+ year teaching career, then to her children, and later to her grandchildren. Now Jelly Bean's adventures are available for middle-grade readers everywhere. The series follows a fourth-grade girl facing the kinds of challenges many kids recognize: friendship drama, popularity, feeling overlooked at home, family conflict, changing relationships, grief, and learning how to make choices on her own. In the first book, Jelly Bean's day begins with the kind of disaster only a kid could truly appreciate — falling into the toilet, missing carpool, getting to school late, and losing her chance at one of the good parts in the Thanksgiving play. Across The Adventures of Jelly Bean, The Further Adventures of Jelly Bean, and The Still Further Adventures of Jelly Bean, Jelly Bean learns that life is complicated, relationships change, and growing up often means discovering who you really are. We talk about Judy Blume-style honesty, teaching, parenting, grandparenting, and why kids still need coming-of-age books. #AmyMeislinPollack #TheAdventuresOfJellyBean #JellyBeanBooks #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #ChildrensBooks #ComingOfAgeStories #FriendshipBooks #JudyBlumeFans #FamilyStories #GrandparentAuthor #TeacherAuthor #BookInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ https://plaguedoctorpress.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#ShifaSafadi #ShifaSaltagiSafadi #SistersAlone #MiddleGradeBooks #NovelInVerse #VerseNovel #KidsLit #ChildrensBooks #SurvivalStory #Sisterhood #GriefInKidLit #SyrianAmericanStories #NationalBookAward #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic On this episode of We Make Children's Books, I'm joined by Shifa Saltagi Safadi, the National Book Award–winning author of Kareem Between, to talk about her new middle-grade novel in verse, Sisters Alone. Sisters Alone follows two Syrian American sisters, Rama and Leena, who are trapped alone in their rural home during a deadly blizzard. With their father away for work, the storm leaves them without power, food, shelter, and anyone to rely on except each other. But this is more than a survival story. Rama and Leena are grieving their mother's death, and each sister carries that loss differently. Rama is fiery, angry, and trying to take responsibility for everyone. Leena is quiet, withdrawn, and silently blaming herself. As the blizzard grows more dangerous, the sisters have to face not only the storm outside, but the pain and misunderstandings between them. We talk about writing in verse, balancing suspense with emotional truth, creating Syrian American representation in middle grade, and how stories about survival can also become stories about love, grief, and healing. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#TheEyeCollector #JonathanBall #GMBChomichuk #ImageComics #StrangerFiction #AlchemicalPress #CosmicHorror #HorrorComics #IndieComics #CreatorOwnedComics #ComicBooks #Apollo10 #SurrealHorror #ComicsInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Jonathan Ball of Stranger Fiction and GMB “Greg” Chomichuk of Alchemical Press to talk about their new Image Comics series, The Eye Collector. The Eye Collector begins with the Apollo 10 mission, when humans make wishes over the Moon and draw the attention of an ancient spectral being. What does it want with Earth? What does it want with us? And what happens when desire, perception, and reality start to blur? Jonathan and Greg describe the series as cosmic horror, but it is also an experiment in what comics can do on the page. Each issue is designed to stand alone while building into a larger, multi-generational story that moves from the Moon to Earth and into a strange future. The series uses surreal visuals, shifting perspectives, and horror rooted in the terrible bargain: what would you trade to get what you most desire? We talk about the origins of The Eye Collector, the move to Image Comics, how Jonathan and Greg collaborate, and why this story feels like the kind of horror only comics can fully pull off. If you love cosmic horror, experimental storytelling, strange comics, and creator-owned genre work, this is a conversation worth seeing. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devline, Benjamin Hunting, Samantha Kolber, Frank Walk, Mark Bell, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Have you ever wished you could connect with a loved one who's passed and feel their presence again? In this episode of Dear Guides, Gabrielle Bernstein sits down with psychic medium John Holland to answer the questions we're all secretly asking about the afterlife. Together they explore what a soul actually experiences after death, why no one ever crosses over alone, and how your loved ones are still sending you signs, even when you're too busy explaining them away to notice. John also shares his simple photo ritual for connecting with a loved one who's passed, then leads you through his signature "Heart Pull" meditation to help you feel their presence for yourself. If you've ever longed for a sign from someone you've lost, or wondered if they can still hear you… they can, and they want you to know they're still here. Get my FREE meditation to connect with your spirit guides now → https://bit.ly/47vFa4r

#RustyAustin #AnAwesomeBird #ThePelican #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #PictureBooks #AnimalBooks #Pelicans #StudentIllustrators #MiddleSchoolArt #ClassroomBooks #YoungCreators #ReadAloud #AuthorInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Rusty Austin to talk about his children's book An Awesome Bird: The Pelican. Rusty brings a unique background to the conversation. Before writing heart-centered children's books, he worked in Hollywood, and now he's using that storytelling experience to create books that entertain, teach, and encourage kids to see the world with more curiosity. An Awesome Bird: The Pelican introduces young readers to one of nature's most interesting birds through playful writing, humor, and animal facts. What makes this book especially meaningful is that it was illustrated entirely by students from Nellie Coffman Middle School, giving young artists a real role in the creative process. We talk about why pelicans are such terrific subjects for kids, how Rusty made the shift from entertainment industry work to children's literature, and why empowering young creators matters. We also get into the value of classroom-ready books, the joy of animal stories, and what it means for kids to see student artwork in a published book. If you love children's books that mix learning, laughter, and community creativity, this is a fun one.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

John Holland returns to the show to talk about the Die Bold Comics Digital Library, now moved to Fund My Comic, and why digital comics are such a smart way for readers to explore an indie creator's back catalog. John has built a wide-ranging catalog through Die Bold Comics, with stories across horror, sci-fi, crime, fantasy, superhero, comedy, slice-of-life, and drama. The digital library campaign is designed to make those books easier to find, easier to buy, and easier to read — especially for people who have heard John on the show before but haven't known where to start. We also talk about the realities of indie comics promotion: building a reader list, keeping older titles alive, packaging a catalog in a way that feels approachable, and using one campaign to build momentum for the next. If you're an indie comics reader, a creator trying to figure out how to promote your backlist, or just someone who likes digital comics with no shipping headaches, this episode is worth a listen. #JohnHolland #DieBoldComics #FundMyComic #DigitalComics #PDFComics #IndieComics #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #ComicsInterview #CrowdfundedComics #SupportIndieComics #IndieCreator #ComicsCommunity #Storycomic #Backlist The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#AlanBarillaro #BunnsRabbit #BunnsRabbitII #TheReturnOfTheSpiritRabbit #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsFantasy #ChildrensBooks #IllustratedNovel #SpiritAnimals #FantasyAdventure #AuthorIllustrator #BookInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic #KidsLit   On this episode, I'm joined by Alan Barillaro, author-illustrator and Academy Award–winning filmmaker, to talk about his upcoming book Bunns Rabbit II: The Return of the Spirit Rabbit. In this sequel, Bunns returns from her quest to find the Spirit Fox hoping to return to her quiet life with her family. But the Spirit Fox has other plans. A war is on the horizon, pitting the Spirits of the Sea and Wind against the Spirits of the Land and Fire — and somehow, one little rabbit may be the only one who can stop it. We talk about building a sequel that raises the stakes, how Alan blends prose, warm illustration, and graphic-style panels, and what it means to write a hero who is small in size but huge in responsibility. We also dig into the emotional themes behind the adventure: courage, identity, fear, family, and what happens when a character who feels different becomes the one everyone is counting on. If you love middle-grade fantasy, illustrated novels, spirit animal mythology, and big-hearted adventure stories, this conversation is for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#AmosJLandon #WaywardPlace #Fledgling #DragonEmperorSeries #Heir #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsFantasy #Dragons #IndieAuthor #IndieBooks #WomensFiction #WritingCommunity #AuthorInterview #BookTalk #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by indie author Amos J. Landon to talk about the stories he's building right now—across both kidlit and adult fiction. Amos's newest release is Wayward Place, which he describes as women's fiction and “a great summer read,” centered on the idea that sometimes home isn't what you expected. (amosjlandon.com ) We also dig into his middle-grade work, including Fledgling (Book One of The Dragon Emperor Series)—where Ash discovers he isn't just the new kid… he's actually a dragon. With dragon hunters closing in and new friendships forming fast, Ash has to accept what he is before the world decides for him. (amosjlandon.com ) And we talk about Heir (Book Two), where Ash ends up living in an ancient castle filled with dragons—only to realize the danger hasn't stopped, and “the Order” may have someone on the inside. (amosjlandon.com ) If you like hearing how indie authors juggle genres, build long series, and keep writing even when life gets loud, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#FrankWalk #Pigmacast #PigmacastStudio #Hellstones #IntoTheFray #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #CrowdfundedComics #SupernaturalComics #ActionComics #ComicCreator #ComicArt #Colorist #ComicsInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by W. Frank Walk from Pigmacast Studio to talk about his Kickstarter project Hellstones: Into the Fray—a supernatural action comic about power, survival, and the cost of stepping into a fight that's bigger than you think. (kickstarter.com ) Frank is a creator who wears multiple hats: he's a writer/creator, and he's also a digital colorist, with Pigmacast Studio serving as both portfolio and shop for his work. (pigmacast.com ) We talk about building the world of Hellstones, keeping action readable and character-driven, and how color choices change the emotional temperature of a scene. We also get into the practical side of crowdfunding—how he's packaging the book, what he learned from making earlier Hellstones material, and what he hopes new readers take away from this first big entry point. (kickstarter.com ) If you like supernatural action, indie comics with strong atmosphere, and creator conversations that get into real process, you'll have fun with this one. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#BarbaraCarrollRoberts #WhenGeorgeWashingtonBowed #AnneYvonneGilbert #CreativeEditions #NonfictionPictureBook #KidsHistory #AmericanHistoryForKids #GeorgeWashington #RevolutionaryWar #AnnapolisMaryland #CivicEducation #Democracy #ReadAloud #BookInterview #Storycomic   On this episode, I'm joined by children's author Barbara Carroll Roberts to talk about her new nonfiction picture book When George Washington Bowed to the New Nation, illustrated by Anne Yvonne Gilbert and published by Creative Editions (release date August 11, 2026). (barbaracarrollroberts.com) The book zooms in on a surprising moment after the Revolutionary War: Washington, celebrated commander of the Continental Army, resigns his commission—not as a formality, but as a public decision to give up power. Barbara traces Washington from New York City (after the last British troops depart) to Annapolis, Maryland, where he submits his resignation to the Continental Congress—an action that helped set the tone for a democracy led by civilians, not generals. (bookshop.org) We talk about the behind-the-scenes research—letters from witnesses, Washington's own handwritten speech, and what it's like turning big history into a book for young readers (recommended age 9+). (barbaracarrollroberts.com)   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#Jenniferdickinson #MaggiesBigBreak #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #DebutAuthor #DisabilityRepresentation #StutteringAwareness #SpeechDifference #TheaterKids #SchoolPlay #FriendshipStories #ConfidenceBuilding #AuthorInterview #WeMakeChildrensBooks #Storycomic On this episode of We Make Children's Books, I'm joined by debut middle-grade author Jennifer Dickinson to talk about Maggie's Big Break This book is equal parts funny and deeply human—a sixth-grade friendship story with big theater energy, and a standout example of disability representation: Maggie is an 11-year-old aspiring actress who stutters, and the story treats her speech difference with respect, accuracy, and heart. Maggie starts a new school with her best friend, Francesca, and they're ready to audition for the fall play, Dahlia Rockets to Space. Then Valentine arrives—experienced, confident, and determined to win the lead role and a new best friend. When Valentine starts teasing Maggie about her stutter and Francesca begins drifting away, Maggie's confidence wobbles for the first time in a long time. Quitting feels tempting… but Maggie still wants the stage. We talk about writing speech-difference representation from lived experience, why performance spaces can help kids build communication confidence, and what parents and educators can do to support confident communicators—not “perfect” speakers.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/  https://www.pigmacast.com/  Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#JustinCoke #SWATEldritchBlue #SecretWizardAssaultTeam #KickstarterComics #IndieComics #CrowdfundedComics #UrbanFantasyComics #HorrorComics #MagicAndMayhem #WizardDetectives #ComicCreator #IndieCreator #ComicsInterview #NewComicSeries #Storycomic Justin Coke returns to the show to talk about his newest Kickstarter: SWAT: Eldritch Blue — Secret Wizard Assault Team, a supernatural crime comic that blends magic, law enforcement tension, and dark humor. In this world, wizard detectives operate like a specialized unit, led by Larry Slaughter, and the stakes aren't just monsters and mayhem — it's also bureaucracy, survival, and what happens when a team is on the verge of being shut down and needs a win. We talk about where the idea came from, how Justin balances comedy with real danger, and the tricky craft of writing a world where “law” and “magic” collide — especially when the characters are tempted to do questionable things for what they think is the greater good. If you like urban fantasy with teeth — and Kickstarter comics you can jump into right now — you'll have fun with this conversation. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/  https://www.pigmacast.com/  Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#JoanMWhite #ACommonersPrayer #RootstockPublishing #VermontPoetry #ShelburneVermont #PoetryCollection #DebutPoetry #ZenAndPoetry #Haiku #Haibun #NaturePoetry #SpiritualWriting #PoetryCommunity #AuthorInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Joan M. White, a Shelburne, Vermont poet and longtime Zen practitioner, to talk about her debut collection a commoner's prayer: poems (Rootstock Publishing), released April 1, 2026. Rootstock describes the book as an exploration of the seasons—not only spring, summer, fall, and winter, but the “human seasons” too: grief, love, resilience, and the ways a life changes shape over time. Joan's poems draw on plant knowledge, wandering in woods and wetlands, and a deep attention to daily experience—where wonder and hard truths can sit right next to each other. We talk about how Zen practice informs her craft, what haiku and haibun teach a writer about precision, and how to write poems that feel intimate without being sentimental. We also talk about what it means to stay observant in a loud world—and how a poem can be a form of steadying. If you like poetry that's clear-eyed, tender, and quietly brave, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#EdithForbes #TheLawnmowerLady #RootstockPublishing #VermontFiction #NorwichVermont #SmallTownFiction #DarkComedy #LiteraryFiction #HumorousFiction #GreenBurial #AfterlifeStory #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndiePublishing #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by Edith Forbes, a Norwich, Vermont novelist whose work mixes sharp humor with real emotional weight — the kind of storytelling that can make you laugh and then immediately feel a little called out. (rootstockpublishing.com) We're talking about her novel The Lawnmower Lady (Rootstock Publishing), which opens with the death of Fay Kirkwood — a self-professed grouch living on a north-country farm, raising pigs and fixing lawnmowers. The twist is that Fay doesn't exactly leave. Her consciousness lingers, and she winds up watching the ripple effects of what she said, what she did, and what she meant… through the lives of the people she left behind. (kirkusreviews.com) The book turns a wild premise into something surprisingly human: a comedy about death, regret, and consequences — plus the small-town decisions that can land people “in the soup,” long after you thought the moment had passed. (mountaintimes.info) If you like Vermont-set stories with bite, heart, and a little mischief, this conversation is for you.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club! 

#NancyHudgins #BooksGoodEnoughForYou #UrsulaNordstrom #MiddleGradeBooks #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #AbramsBooks #BookBiography #PublishingHistory #EditorsMatter #GoodnightMoon #CharlottesWeb #WhereTheWildThingsAre #HarrietTheSpy #Storycomic#NancyHudgins #BooksGoodEnoughForYou #UrsulaNordstrom #MiddleGradeBooks #ChildrensBooks #KidsLit #AbramsBooks #BookBiography #PublishingHistory #EditorsMatter #GoodnightMoon #CharlottesWeb #WhereTheWildThingsAre #HarrietTheSpy #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by debut author Nancy Hudgins to talk about Books Good Enough for You, a middle-grade biography of Ursula Nordstrom—the legendary children's editor at Harper & Bros. who helped shape what “classic” kids' books even means. The book publishes March 24, 2026 with Abrams Books for Young Readers. What makes this biography such a fun angle is the structure: Nancy doesn't just tell Ursula's life story—she shows what editors do by building chapters around the creation of iconic books Ursula championed, including Goodnight Moon, Charlotte's Web, Where the Wild Things Are, Harriet the Spy, Stuart Little, In the Night Kitchen, and more. We talk about Ursula's editorial superpowers—taste, nerve, and a fierce belief that kids deserve books with real honesty—and we dig into how Nancy uses Ursula's own words so young readers can hear her voice on the page. Kirkus calls the biography a strong match for its “brave, funny” subject. If you love children's lit, publishing history, or you've ever wondered how a great editor changes the world from behind the scenes, this conversation is for you. Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#JeffGottesfeld #HonorFlight #CandlewickPress #MattTavares #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #KidsLit #Veterans #HonorFlightNetwork #WashingtonDC #HistoryForKids #ReadAloud #LibraryBooks #BookInterview #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by award-winning children's author Jeff Gottesfeld to talk about Honor Flight: Celebrating America's Veterans, illustrated by Matt Tavares and published by Candlewick Press. The book releases March 3, 2026. The story introduces young readers to the real-life Honor Flight program (organized by the Honor Flight Network), which brings aging U.S. veterans to Washington, D.C. on an all-expenses-paid trip to visit the memorials built in their honor—and to receive the kind of homecoming many never got. Jeff brings a personal connection: he served as a Guardian on an Honor Flight in 2023, and Matt Tavares also participated as a Guardian. We talk about how you turn a powerful real-world experience into a kid-accessible picture book, what it means to write about service and memory without turning it into a lecture, and how illustration can carry emotional weight with restraint and dignity. The book also includes back matter for curious readers.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.  See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/     Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano  See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/     Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started:  https://www.podbean.com/storycomic     Follow us:  Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com  www.patreon.com/storycomic  www.facebook.com/storycomic1  https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/  For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com     Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at:  https://marekbennett.com/  https://www.hexapus-ink.com/  https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/  https://www.vonallan.com/  https://higgins802.com/  https://shewstone.com/  https://www.simkikuznick.com/  https://www.dieboldcomics.com/  https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/  https://benjaminhunting.com/  https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/    Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#BenjaminHunting #DeadAirComic #DeadAir #IndieComics #ComicKickstarter #CrowdfundedComics #SciFiHorror #HorrorComics #SciFiComics #CollegeRadio #TimeSplitStory #MysteryComics #ComicCreator #IndieCreator #Storycomic Benjamin Hunting is back on the show to talk about Dead Air, his sci-fi/horror comic built around a killer idea: a '90s university radio crew starts picking up something they can't explain… and years later, their adult counterparts (in 2011) are still dealing with the fallout. The mystery is linked across time, and tied to the D-TALq technology that shaped their future. Issue #1 sets the stage with that split timeline and the central question: what exactly is reaching out through the static? Issue #2 deepens the paranoia as the crew follows cryptic signals that bring mortal peril and bigger questions—warnings, threats, or something stranger. Now Benjamin's running a new crowdfunding push: the Kickstarter campaign for Dead Air #1–3 is live, with the campaign link routed through deadaircomic.com. We talk about building a long-form mystery with music at its core, how he structures “then vs. now” character arcs, and what it takes to keep an indie series moving while keeping new readers welcomed in. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#SharonDarrow #RootstockPublishing #TheCountryInTheMirror #PoemsOfProtestAndWitness #Poetry #PoetryCommunity #ProtestPoetry #PoetryOfWitness #VermontPoetry #PSOV #SmallPressBooks #IndiePublishing #EditorLife #AuthorInterview #BookTalk #Storycomic   On this episode, I'm joined by Sharon Darrow — poet, educator, and award-winning author — to talk about her work and her newest Rootstock role as editor of The Country in the Mirror: Poems of Protest & Witness (Rootstock Publishing, April 21, 2026). Sharon has written widely for young readers and beyond, with acclaimed titles including Through the Tempests Dark and Wild (about Mary Shelley), The Painters of Lexieville, and TRASH, along with other award-recognized books and honors noted by Rootstock. We dig into what it means to edit an anthology that brings together nearly ninety poets in a time that demands attention, honesty, and craft. We also talk about poetry as witness, how writers decide what belongs on the page, and what Sharon hopes readers do with a book like this after they finish it. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

Have you ever had a feeling about something before it happened, or wondered if your intuition was trying to tell you something? In this episode of Dear Guides, renowned psychic medium John Holland joins Gabby to explore how psychic abilities really work, how to tell the difference between intuition and imagination, and why more people are experiencing spiritual awakenings today. Together, they discuss the different intuitive “clairs,” practical ways to strengthen your connection to spirit, and how to trust the guidance already within you. Plus, John leads a powerful guided meditation designed to help you open your energy, access deeper intuition, and experience your own psychic abilities firsthand.

#JohnHolland #DieBoldComics #Zoop #ZoopComics #DigitalComics #IndieComics #ComicBooks #ComicsPodcast #ComicCreator #ComicsCommunity #SupportIndieComics #PDFComics #CrowdfundedComics #Backlist #Storycomic John Holland is back on the show — and this time he's doing something that's both practical and pretty smart for readers: he's launched The Die Bold Comics Digital Library on Zoop, a fundraising campaign that makes a big chunk of his catalog available as digital PDFs. The campaign offers 13 comics + 3 trades (over 800 pages) spanning horror, science fiction, crime, fantasy, superhero, slice-of-life, comedy, and drama. Single issues are priced at $5, trades at $10, with bundles and a “tip jar” option if you want to toss in a little extra support. We talk about why John chose Zoop for this run, how the digital-library approach changes the way readers can discover an indie creator's backlist, and what it means to make comics that are already finished and ready to deliver as soon as the campaign ends. If you've ever wanted a low-barrier way to explore a creator's work — this is it.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#DonLesser #CrystalSprings #RootstockPublishing #LiteraryFiction #DebutNovel #FoundFamily #LoveOfPlace #FriendshipStories #PioneerValley #WesternMassachusetts #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndiePublishing #SmallPressBooks #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Don Lesser to talk about his debut novel, Crystal Springs — a work of literary fiction set in Western Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley, and driven by the love of place, found family, and friendships that last longer than we expect. At the center is Steven Bennett, an everyman trying to find his footing across a decades-long journey—while the past keeps pulling at his sleeve. As one early praise note puts it, “peril simmers beneath the surface,” and the book explores how a single decision can change a life's trajectory in ways that don't reveal themselves all at once. We talk about building a novel that spans time without losing emotional focus, how the Pioneer Valley shapes the characters, and what it means to write about the long game of memory, regret, and loyalty. Crystal Springs is published by Rootstock Publishing and is scheduled for May 5, 2026, with a launch event listed for May 13, 2026 at the North Amherst Library in Amherst, Massachusetts.   The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/   Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

#MelanieHill #JettCooper #MiddleGradeBooks #KidsLit #ActionAdventure #AviationBooks #FlyingStories #STEMReads #GriefInKidsBooks #ResilienceForKids #ComingOfAge #BookInterview #AuthorInterview #IndieBooks #Storycomic On this episode, I'm joined by author Melanie Hill to talk about her high-octane middle-grade novel Jett Cooper — an aviation adventure that puts you right in the cockpit, but still makes room for the heavy stuff: grief, fear, family pressure, and what it means to chase a dream when the adults around you are trying to keep you safe. The story follows Jett Cooper, a kid who lives to fly. After his father's accident, his grieving mother bans “everything flying,” right as the Blue Wolf Junior Air Competition and a scholarship opportunity come into view. Jett's determined to compete anyway — which means facing rivals (including a former best friend), earning the respect of a tough team lead, and learning fast that gravity always wins and mistakes in the air come with real consequences. Melanie also brings real authenticity to the conversation: she's spent years around aviation, and she's talked about the challenge of writing flying scenes so they stay fast and exciting without getting buried in technical detail. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

#ErikaNicholsFrazer #ErikaFrazer #PSOV #PoetrySocietyOfVermont #CanYouSeeHerTheMoon #NoOneWillEverHearYou #FinishingLinePress #RootstockPublishing #VermontWriter #PoetryCommunity #ShortStoryCollection #Chapbook #IndiePublishing #WriterInterview #Storycomic Erika Frazer is back on the show, and we've got new work to talk about. Erika Nichols-Frazer is a Vermont writer, poet, and editor (including her role with The Mountain Troubadour, PSOV's long-running poetry journal). This time, we're focusing on what's next: her forthcoming poetry chapbook Can you see her, the moon? (Finishing Line Press, June 2026) and her forthcoming story collection No One Will Ever Hear You (Rootstock Publishing, September 2026). We talk about where these books came from, how her work moves between memoir, poetry, and fiction, and what changes when you're writing poems versus building a set of stories. We also get into the behind-the-scenes life of a working writer in Vermont—community, literary ecosystems, and what keeps the work honest on the page. If you love Vermont writers, small press publishing, and conversations that go beyond “what's your book about” and into the real craft and real life of it, this one's for you. The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid. See more of Morgan's Work at: https://morganquaid.com/   Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg's work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at info@storycomic.com   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!  

Leighton Cobb and John Holland of Die Bold Comics join us to discuss indie publishing, creator-owned storytelling, and building comic brands from the ground up.We talk about creative process, launching publishing labels, balancing storytelling with business, and what creators need to focus on in today's comic industry. If you're interested in indie comics and the realities behind publishing creator-owned work, this episode delivers great insight and conversation.#IndieComics #ComicPodcast #CreatorOwnedComics

Original airdate: April 29, 2024 Do you ever experience a deep sense of knowing? Maybe you've felt you know what will happen before it occurs, or sensed how others are feeling without them saying a word. This is your intuition. In this episode, I'm joined by John Holland, psychic medium and spiritual teacher, to explore how intuition works and how we can learn to trust it in a grounded, practical way. John shares why intuitive ability isn't reserved for a select few, the different ways it shows up, and how we often override it without realizing. He also offers simple tools to help you recognize and strengthen your inner guidance. If you've ever questioned that inner voice—or want to feel more aligned in your decisions—this conversation is a clear place to begin.

Pickleball players, this one’s for you—because this tournament is about more than just winning points. Sandra Parrish talks with John Holland, tournament coordinator for the Mountain Mayhem Pickleball Tournament in Ellijay, about how a fast-growing sport is making a real impact. They discuss how the two-day event brings players from multiple states together to raise funds for Appalachian CASA, supporting foster children across North Georgia. From tournament details and registration to sponsorship opportunities and community impact, this episode highlights how fun, competition, and purpose collide on the courts. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra www.1011thepulse.com ios App Android App Advertise with Us Mountain Mayhem PicklballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Abulhawa v Mamdani here II Palestinian-American scientist author Susan Sbulhawa speaks to the recriminations against her voiced by New York Major Zohran Mamdani. Christchurch Memorial here II seven years has passed since 51 people ranging from 3 years old to their 70s were mowed down by an Australian born White Supremacist terrorist. We mark the day with some recordings from the Memorial outside State Library 15th MarchNo War Rally here II David Shoebridge, NSW Greens Senator, spoke up against the war on Iran and no to AUKUS at Melbourne Rally 15th March.This is the Week here II Kevin Healy has a lot to say and he does it with satire.AEU Educator Strike here II Daryl Coke, AEU Regional Rep, talks to us about the 24 hour Educator Strike being staged on Tuesday 24th March meeting at Victoria Trades Hall at 10:30am.Public Housing Report here II we go to the Honk for Housing rally on Friday 20th March held at the Flemington Housing towers where John Holland has started removing asbestos while residents are still there. We follow with a report from A Picnic With Harriet picket on Tuesday 17th at 1 Spring St where the Housing Minister resides.

What if death… isn't the end at all?Psychic medium John Holland shares a perspective that challenges one of humanity's deepest fears: that life simply stops. Drawing from decades of experience connecting with the other side, he reveals that death is not an ending—but a continuation—and that the soul never truly disappears, only changes form.In this conversation, John explains how consciousness is evolving, why more people are waking up to their intuitive abilities, and how the veil between worlds may be thinning. He also dives into the ethical responsibilities of psychic work, warning about the dangers of giving your power away and emphasizing the importance of learning to trust your own inner voice. As the world moves through rapid change, uncertainty, and emotional disconnection, this discussion offers something rare—grounding. Not fear. Not fantasy. But a reminder that beyond the chaos, something stable remains: the soul itself. And if we begin to reconnect with it, even for a few moments each day, we may find clarity, peace, and a deeper understanding of why we're really here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.Take your spiritual journey to the next level with Next Level Soul TV — our dedicated streaming home for conscious storytelling and soulful transformation.Experience exclusive programs, original series, movies, tv shows, workshops, audiobooks, meditations, and a growing library of inspiring content created to elevate, heal, and awaken. Begin your membership or explore our free titles here: https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv

Date: March 3, 2026 Originally Aired December 30, 2025 Episode: 118 Discussion: How Intuition Guides Healing, Purpose, and Life Direction About Carm: Healer with a Message, Carm O'Sullivan is a compassionate, Christ-oriented healer who embraces all faiths and belief systems. Her healing journey began in 2012 through Reiki and Healing Touch, where she became known for easing anxiety, reducing pain, and supporting overall well-being. A Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Medical Reiki Master, Carm spent five years providing bioenergetic therapies in hospital settings including ICU, Labor and Delivery, and surgical care, helping patients find relief from physical discomfort and emotional stress. She also works closely with individuals facing autoimmune disease and cancer, supporting symptom management, reducing treatment side effects, and fostering inner peace. Alongside her healing work, Carm is an accomplished psychic and medium, trained by respected mentors including John Holland, Janet Nohavec, and Spirit Artist Joe Shiel. Under Joe Shiel's mentorship, she developed the unique ability to draw spirits during readings, offering powerful validation and comfort to those grieving. With over a decade of experience as an educator, Carm teaches intuitive development throughout Colorado, Arizona, and California, having guided more than 300 students through courses, circles, podcasts, and writing focused on healing and spiritual growth. Carm believes everything is energy—if you feel drawn to her work, trust your intuition and connect with her for a reading, healing session, or class. She deeply loves the work she does and the clients guided to her. Website: CarmOSullivan.com Host: CL Thomas C.L. Thomas travels widely every year as a fine arts photographer and writer exploring various afterlife research, OBEs, metaphysics, folklore, and lectures at events. C.L. does "Spirit" art on request. She is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel “Speaking to Shadows”. C.L. is the creator and host of The Gateway Podcast & Small Town Tales Podcast. She has written many articles and maintains a blog on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat. www.clthomas.org Follow CL on Social Media: Facebook: / cl.thomas.428549 Instagram: / author_cl_thomas YouTube: / @clthomas

澳洲與台灣的關係，表面上是一場「recognize」還是「acknowledge」的文字之爭，背後卻牽涉澳洲長達13年無部長訪台的外交空白，以及一份由雪梨大學美國研究中心 (USSC) 歷時一年撰寫的300頁報告所揭示的戰略盲點。從CPTPP的政治角力、稀土供應鏈的高度依賴，到澳洲一旦航道受阻只剩21天燃油儲備的現實脆弱性，這份報告對澳洲政府是一記當頭棒喝。疫情後的地緣政治重組，令台灣的戰略重要性前所未有地凸顯，而布里斯本台灣僑民透過地方政治累積影響力的案例，或許正是香港族群在海外爭取representation的一面鏡子。多邊秩序默契崩潰，各國已不再以北京劃定的框架來定義對台關係，澳洲將如何在中台之間重新校準立場？問：1972年澳洲與中華人民共和國 (People's Republic of China) 建交的聯合公報，究竟對台灣的主權立場說了什麼？ 答：公報分兩個層次：澳洲「承認」(recognize) 中華人民共和國政府為中國唯一合法政府，但對於北京聲稱台灣是中華人民共和國一省的立場，澳洲僅用「認知」(acknowledge) 一詞，並非認可。這兩個英文字在國際法上存在根本分別，recognize代表正式承認，acknowledge只是知悉對方的聲稱，不等於接受其有效性。問：雪梨科技大學澳中關係研究所 (ACRI, UTS) 的資金來源為何引發爭議？ 答：該研究所最初由曾被指從事統戰活動的中國商人黃向墨 (Huang Xiangmo) 出資160萬澳元創立。黃向墨其後被澳洲政府以國家安全為由取消其永久居留權申請及居留資格，但研究所其後繼續獲得中國企業資助，包括建設銀行及被中資收購的建築企業John Holland。問：與其他民主國家相比，澳洲在對台關係上落後了多少？ 答：英國 (United Kingdom) 於2023年與台灣簽署增強貿易夥伴關係備忘錄，並邀請前總統蔡英文 (Tsai Ing-wen) 赴英國會演講；加拿大 (Canada) 同年發布台加關係報告並簽署外國投資保護協議；菲律賓 (Philippines) 於2025年放寬官員訪台限制。相比之下，澳洲自2012年起長達13年未有聯邦部長訪問台灣，且至今沒有正式授權的國會對台機構。問：雪梨大學美國研究中心 (USSC) 報告就澳台關係提出了哪些主要建議？ 答：報告建議從三個層面加強關係：在經濟合作方面，鼓勵澳洲與志同道合的民主國家共同探索台灣加入《跨太平洋夥伴全面進步協定》(CPTPP) 的路徑；在能源與礦產方面，建議澳洲協助台灣多元化稀土供應來源，減少對中國大陸的95%依賴；在國防與安全方面，建議澳洲加強與美國、日本的協調，並重視臺海穩定對自身能源航線的直接影響。問：臺海衝突對澳洲自身有何具體戰略脆弱性？ 答：澳洲已無本土煉油廠，在能源上高度依賴海上進口，理論上一旦航道受阻，全國燃油儲備僅可維持約21天。加上澳洲是中國最大宗商品出口對象，一旦捲入台海衝突，貿易與能源雙線受壓的風險極高。2024年11月已有中國海軍艦艇駛近澳洲近岸，被視為對此脆弱性的直接示威。問：台灣僑民在澳洲地方政治中發揮了怎樣的影響力？ 答：布里斯本 (Brisbane) 是台灣僑民最集中的澳洲城市，人口約達13,000人。當地台裔人士已透過參選地方議會、出任市議員乃至副市長等職位，逐步將社群影響力轉化為政治代表性。布里斯本市議會每年設有多元文化活動，台裔社群領袖定期受邀參與，此模式被視為台灣僑民在澳洲發揮軟實力的重要渠道。問：疫情後為何越來越多國家選擇脫離北京定義的框架，自主建立對台關係？答：疫情期間台灣對外捐贈口罩、中國則被指是病毒源頭，兩者形象的強烈對比加速了國際觀感的轉變。此外，前總統蔡英文推行的「新南向政策」早已為澳洲等地與台灣建立更深的貿易和人員聯繫打下基礎。更深層的結構性變化是：隨著多邊秩序默契崩解，各國愈來愈傾向按自身實際利益處理對台關係，而非跟隨北京劃定的紅線行事。 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leesimon.substack.com/subscribe

Raised to Kill, Fighting Monsters — Akemi & Indie Comics with John HollandSome stories are born from imagination. Others are forged through survival.In this episode of The USDN Podcast, we welcome writer and publisher John Holland of Die Bold Comics to the Council to discuss Akemi, his upcoming Fund My Comic crowdfunder launching around the time of this conversation.Akemi tells the story of a young woman raised as an assassin who escapes her past in Japan, only to find herself drawn into a hidden war against demons and monsters in the United States. We explore the emotional weight behind the story, the balance between action and trauma, and how monsters can serve as metaphors for the scars we carry.John also shares insight into his upcoming Die Bold Comics Digital Library campaign on Zoop — a digital collection of nearly 30 previously published works, including A Girl and Her Dog, Alma, Robot Sex, and more.This episode dives into legacy, longevity, crowdfunding strategy, and the realities of building a lasting indie comics career.If you care about bold storytelling and supporting creator-owned comics, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

Why does intuition feel normal, but psychic still makes people squirm? Why are so many of us feeling more sensitive, more aware, more affected by the world than ever before? Something is shifting. People aren't just asking for answers anymore. They're asking about their soul, their abilities, their inner knowing. Is consciousness changing, or are we finally paying attention? In this episode of Language of Love, I sit down with John Holland, one of the most respected psychic mediums of our time and a true pioneer in spiritual communication. For more than three decades, John has helped people understand intuition, mediumship, and the ongoing relationship we continue to have with our loved ones after physical death. We talk about how human consciousness is changing and why people are no longer just seeking answers about the future. More and more, we are asking questions about our soul, our purpose, and our own intuitive abilities. John has a beautiful way of making these experiences feel grounded and accessible, while still honoring how sacred they are. We also talk openly about grief, including the loss of a child, shared death experiences, and deathbed visions. John explains why no one ever crosses over alone and how communication does not end when the body dies. It simply changes form. Signs, synchronicities, numbers, sensations, and quiet knowings become the new language of love. John shares why mediums are not meant to be a permanent bridge, but more like a jumper cable. They help us remember that every one of us has the ability to access guidance, connection, and love from the other side. At the end of the episode, he offers five simple and practical ways to strengthen your intuition, tools you can begin using right away to trust what you feel and sense. This conversation is both comforting and empowering. It is a reminder that grief does not disconnect us from love, and intuition is not something we have to learn. It is something we remember. We explore: Why intuition and psychic ability are natural to all of us How and why collective consciousness is changing. The difference between intuition, psychic ability, and mediumship How loved ones communicate after death through signs and synchronicities Shared death experiences and deathbed visions explained Why no one ever transitions alone How grief softens when we understand the soul continues The role of mediums and why you do not need one forever How sensitivity can be both a gift and something to learn how to manage Five ways to strengthen your intuitive connection Why love does not end with death, it changes how it speaks Remember, your intuition is simply the language your soul uses to speak to you. If you feel called to explore and develop those gifts more deeply, you can dive into John's books, including The Psychic Navigator, or join his intimate Soul Community. You can also connect with John on his Website or Instagram to stay up to date with his work. And if you're walking a path of grief or healing, you don't have to do it alone. The Grief Healing Collective offers ongoing support, and you're always welcome to reach out by email at languageoflovepod@gmail.com. Your story truly matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gateway Podcast – Carmel O'Sullivan – How Intuition Guides Healing, Purpose, and Life Direction Date: December 30, 2025 Episode: 109 Discussion: How Intuition Guides Healing, Purpose, and Life Direction About Carm: Healer with a Message, Carm O'Sullivan is a compassionate, Christ-oriented healer who embraces all faiths and belief systems. Her healing journey began in 2012 through Reiki and Healing Touch, where she became known for easing anxiety, reducing pain, and supporting overall well-being. A Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Medical Reiki Master, Carm spent five years providing bioenergetic therapies in hospital settings including ICU, Labor and Delivery, and surgical care, helping patients find relief from physical discomfort and emotional stress. She also works closely with individuals facing autoimmune disease and cancer, supporting symptom management, reducing treatment side effects, and fostering inner peace. Alongside her healing work, Carm is an accomplished psychic and medium, trained by respected mentors including John Holland, Janet Nohavec, and Spirit Artist Joe Shiel. Under Joe Shiel's mentorship, she developed the unique ability to draw spirits during readings, offering powerful validation and comfort to those grieving. With over a decade of experience as an educator, Carm teaches intuitive development throughout Colorado, Arizona, and California, having guided more than 300 students through courses, circles, podcasts, and writing focused on healing and spiritual growth. Carm believes everything is energy—if you feel drawn to her work, trust your intuition and connect with her for a reading, healing session, or class. She deeply loves the work she does and the clients guided to her. Website: CarmOSullivan.com Host: CL Thomas C.L. Thomas travels widely every year as a fine arts photographer and writer exploring various afterlife research, OBEs, metaphysics, folklore, and lectures at events. C.L. does "Spirit" art on request. She is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel “Speaking to Shadows”. C.L. is the creator and host of The Gateway Podcast & Small Town Tales Podcast. She has written many articles and maintains a blog on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat. www.clthomas.org Follow CL on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cl.thomas.428549/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_cl_thomas/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clthomas

RMR 0346: Join your hosts, Chad Robinson, Dustin Melbardis, Lizzy Haynes for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit It's a My Fair Lady (1964) [G] Genre: Musical, Drama, Family, Romance, Comedy   Starring: Audrey Hepburn, Rex Harrison, Stanley Holloway, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Gladys Cooper, Jeremy Brett, Theodore Bikel, Mona Washbourne, Isobel Elsom, John Holland            Directed by: George Cukor Recorded on 2025-12-03

De ce sunt tinerii din România printre cei mai săraci din UE și ce rol are sistemul educațional în această situație? În acest episod discutăm deschis despre educație, orientare vocațională și pregătirea pentru piața muncii. Ce fel de pregătire au nevoie să primească tinerii pentru a putea intra în organizații în echipe din ce în ce mai diverse generațional și cum au nevoie să fie integrați în echipele lor?CE VEI DESCOPERI:- Cele trei roluri fundamentale ale educației: transfer de cunoștințe, dezvoltarea competențelor transversale și construirea capacității de învățare autonomă- De ce orientarea vocațională trebuie să înceapă din copilărie, nu la 16-18 ani- Cum influențează părinții alegerile de carieră prin credințe limitative - Cele 8 metacompetențe esențiale pentru orice carieră (conform Ken Robinson)- Cum pot organizațiile să faciliteze integrarea tinerilor pe piața muncii prin programe de internship și training de soft skills- De ce Generația Z este "cea mai respinsă generație": oportunități mai multe, dar și competiție mult mai acerbă- Strategii practice pentru un gap year productiv- Cum să transformăm diferențele intergeneraționale dintr-o provocare într-un avantaj competitivPENTRU CINE ESTE EPISODUL:Părinți care vor să își susțină copiii în alegeri de carieră informateTineri (15-29 ani) care se pregătesc să intre pe piața muncii sau sunt în proces de reconversie profesionalăProfesori și consilieri școlari interesați de orientare vocațională modernăManageri și HR care lucrează cu echipe intergeneraționaleOricine dorește să înțeleagă mai bine provocările educaționale din RomâniaDATE CHEIE DIN EPISOD:29,5% - rata de risc de sărăcie pentru tinerii din România (vs 24,1% media UE)14,7% - rata privațiunilor materiale severe în rândul tinerilor 15-29 ani (vs 5,8% media UE)50%+ - procent de tineri români care intenționează să emigreze1 din 5 tineri sunt neîncadrați profesional și nu urmează programe educaționale50%+ dintre respondenți au nevoie mare/foarte mare de îndrumare profesionalăRESURSE:1. Ken Robinson, Imagine If2. Howard Gardner, Multiple Intelligences3. John Holland, Making Vocational Choices4. Jonathan Haidt, The Anxious Generation5. David Brooks, The Most Rejected Generation (articol): https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/15/opinion/rejection-college-youth.html 6. Luke Kemp, Goliath's CurseDacă vreți să lucrați cu el, pe Andrei îl găsiți pe https://stupu.ro/Acest episod este produs și distribuit cu susținerea E.ON Energie România

Do you wonder what things are like in the spirit world? If we are on The Other Side do we have human bodily functions? Sandra Taylor answers some questions about the spirit world that might surprise you. Connect with Sandra Anne Taylor and find out about upcoming events including Omega Institute Oct 17-19 2025 with John Holland, Jeffrey Long, and Anita Moorjani. Book a private consultation with Sandra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when the worlds of Reiki and mediumship come together? In this week's Reiki Lifestyle Podcast, we welcome John Holland, one of the most respected psychic mediums and spiritual teachers in the world. For over 30 years, John has dedicated his life to helping people connect with the spirit world through readings, teaching, and public demonstrations. He has authored six books, created three oracle decks, and starred in groundbreaking television specials on A&E and The History Channel. John also founded My Soul Community, a space for people to explore their spiritual gifts. In our conversation, John shares his personal story of discovering his abilities as a child, the life-changing accident that awakened his path, and the years of training that shaped his work as a medium. He offers inspiring insights into the mechanics of psychic ability, how spirit communication blends with Reiki energy, and the importance of education, integrity, and service in spiritual practice. We also talk about: •    Childhood clues to discovering your soul's purpose •    The moment Reiki reawakened in John's life and why he got recertified •    How animals and hospice work have deepened his practice •    The blending of energy that makes mediumship and Reiki sessions possible •    Practical wisdom on following signs, synchronicity, and spiritual nudges •    Readings for Danni and Martha This episode is both heartfelt and practical, showing how intuition, healing, and spirit communication intersect in everyday life. Whether you're curious about mediumship, a Reiki practitioner, or simply drawn to stories of spiritual awakening, John's wisdom will leave you inspired. Listen now and join us for this extraordinary conversation with John Holland. Find John:  Website: johnholland.com Facebook: JHollandMedium Instagram: @johnmedium ✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn 
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Ever wonder what really happens inside the mind of a medium? Psychic medium, John Holland joins Sandra for a fascinating hour as he pulls back the curtain on what it feels like to connect with the Spirit World. He'll share how he receives intuitive information, what it's like to sense and interpret messages from loved ones, and he will even offer a few live readings for the listening audience - explaining the process as it unfolds. Whether you're curious about mediumship or searching for signs from your own loved ones, this is a rare glimpse into the inner workings of spirit communication! Connect with John Holland Find out about Sandra Anne Taylor upcoming events and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices