Podcasts about plotting

Mike Benz joins the show to talk about how the various government, corporate, and NGO groups making up the censorship machine work together to control the information space and, therefore, how the public understands the world.   Discussed on the show: God Complex: The Rise Of America's Censorship Machine “The Secret History of the Shadow Campaign That Saved the 2020 Election” (Time) “Trump Fired Them. Now They're Plotting to Stop Him.” (NOTUS) Mike Benz is the founder of the Foundation for Freedom Online. He formerly worked for the State Department. Follow him on Twitter @MikeBenzCyber  For more on Scott's work: Check out The Libertarian Institute: https://www.libertarianinstitute.org Check out Scott's other show, Provoked, with Darryl Cooper https://youtube.com/@Provoked_Show Read Scott's books: Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine https://amzn.to/47jMtg7 (The audiobook of Provoked is being published in sections at https://scotthortonshow.com) Enough Already: Time to End the War on Terrorism: https://amzn.to/3tgMCdw Fool's Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan https://amzn.to/3HRufs0 Follow Scott on X @scotthortonshow And check out Scott's full interview archives: https://scotthorton.org/all-interviews This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Roberts Brokerage Incorporated https://rrbi.co Moon Does Artisan Coffee https://scotthorton.org/coffee; Tom Woods' Liberty Classroom https://www.libertyclassroom.com/dap/a/?a=1616 and Dissident Media https://dissidentmedia.comYou can also support Scott's work by making a one-time or recurring donation at https://scotthorton.org/donate/ https://scotthortonshow.com or https://patreon.com/scotthortonshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 252 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The Misfits have started their final preparations for the heist. Plotting and scheming is in full swing, but will it be enough?

Today's Headlines: Democrats had a massive Election Day sweep nationwide — flipping or holding major seats at every level. At the Supreme Court, justices are hearing Trump's unprecedented tariff case — deciding whether he can impose tariffs on his own under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that the administration has “lots of other options” if they lose… but, of course, they won't. Meanwhile, Trump announced there will be no SNAP payments until the government reopens, despite multiple court orders requiring partial payouts. The shutdown is dragging on, and the Transportation Secretary warned that the FAA may have to shut down airspace next week due to thousands of unpaid, overworked air traffic controllers. In global security news, European officials say Russia tried to smuggle explosives onto cargo planes in Germany and the UK this summer — part of a wider sabotage campaign targeting Western aviation. Four people have been arrested so far. Stateside, a UPS plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, killing three and injuring at least 11. The FBI also arrested two people in connection with an intentional explosion at a Harvard University medical building over the weekend. And finally, former Vice President Dick Cheney — architect of the Iraq War and self-proclaimed “defender of democracy,” depending on who you ask — died yesterday at 84. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CNBC: Bessent says U.S. has 'lots' of options to use on tariffs if it loses Supreme Court case Axios: Trump says SNAP will only get paid after shutdown, defying multiple court orders ABC News: Department of Transportation might be forced to shut down some airspace next week: Duffy  WSJ: Russia Suspected of Plotting to Send Incendiary Devices on U.S.-Bound Planes NBC News: Three dead, at least 11 injured in UPS plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky NBC News: 2 men arrested in explosion at Harvard University and accused of setting off firework in medical building, FBI says Axios: Former Vice President Cheney, architect of Iraq War, dies at 84 Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She Pushed Me And My Little Boy Off A Cliff And Now I'm Plotting A Silent RevengeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2025-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

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AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on two men charged with plotting terror attacks in Michigan.

Federal authorities have unsealed charges against two Dearborn men accused of plotting an ISIS-inspired mass shooting over the Halloween weekend. WWJ's Tony Ortiz has the afternoon's top news stories.

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In this episode, Dr. Jarvis McInnis, author of Afterlives of the Plantation, joins PJ to explore the deep cultural, intellectual, and historical legacy of Black life in the American South. Focusing on the Tuskegee Institute and the complex legacy of Booker T. Washington, McInnis reveals how Black communities transformed the plantation's afterlives into spaces of creativity, education, and empowerment.In this episode, Dr. Jarvis McInnis, author of Afterlives of the Plantation, joins PJ to explore the deep cultural, intellectual, and historical legacy of Black life in the American South. Focusing on the Tuskegee Institute and the complex legacy of Booker T. Washington, McInnis reveals how Black communities transformed the plantation's afterlives into spaces of creativity, education, and empowerment.Make sure to check out Dr. McInnis' book: Afterlives of the Plantation: Plotting Agrarian Futures in the Global Black South

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There is a lot going on that will not end well for many people. Something huge is coming down the pipeline. Protect yourself by staying away from obvious trouble. Yes, there are serious foreign assets involved. Bookstore are known to drop the dog whistle hints of things to come. Left groups are getting together and plotting. They don't think we know. Tina Peters does not deserve to be in prison. Even the Ivy League professors are asking questions. Setting the bar on what speech is allowed. The judge was biased and aggressive. There is collusion and communication to prove it. Violence is part of left coms. Let's keep an eye on things and concentrate on the funding. The main media pitch is an operation. When you are young at 20, it seems like a weird age. When we were in Rome, something was going on. Progress is being made in the real justice category. Now, our persistence is key. We have to keep fighting.

In this charming episode of the Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with mystery author Karen C. Whalen to explore how her paralegal background, quirky real-life experiences, and love for coastal settings fuel her cozy mystery series.From exploding potatoes to surf dogs and boat parades, Karen shares how she crafts relatable sleuths, balances humor with suspense, and keeps her plots tight using binders and character tracking systems. Her latest book Washed Up at Sea Oats Beach features a protagonist with social anxiety, adding depth and heart to the genre.

In this gripping episode of Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with mystery author Rodney Carpentier to explore how a late-night shift and a lifetime in law enforcement led to his debut novel Our Lady of the Overlook.Rodney shares how hiking the Catskills, working in his father's shadow, and 19 years of investigative experience shaped his storytelling. From cold cases to character arcs, he reveals how real-life details and emotional depth bring authenticity to his fiction.

October 22, 2025 ~ Ryan Schmelz, Fox News Correspondent and WJR Contributor, joins Kevin to discuss how a Jan. 6 rioter who was pardoned by President Trump, is facing charges of plotting to assassinate House Minority Leader Hakeem Jefferies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Welcome to the Kobo ReWriting Life Podcast! Alongside your regularly scheduled Kobo Writing Life podcast episode releases, we will also be featuring some highlights from our backlist. In this episode, we spoke to USA Today best-selling author of many a mystery book, Sara Rosett! Sara shared some great tips with us when it came to plotting mystery novels, marketing long-running series books (a challenge many mystery authors face), and more. Sara Rosett, USA Today bestselling author, gives her tips for plotting mystery novels, discusses the psychology of why readers choose cozy mysteries, and explains the challenges that come with marketing a long-standing series. Learn more on Sara's website and check out Sara's books on Kobo.

Send us a textIf the air in your home could talk, what would it reveal about your health five or ten years from now? We pull back the curtain on radon—the silent, odorless gas that seeps up from soil and quietly becomes a leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers—and we do it without the myths and fearmongering that clutter the internet. Jim and Laura walk through how radon forms from uranium in rock and soil, why its decay products like polonium are the true lung offenders, and what that means for families in regions like Ohio where geology makes elevated levels common.You'll hear why you can't smell radon, why “feeling sick” isn't a reliable sign, and how smoking multiplies the risk by eight. We get practical about testing: what a 48-hour monitor tells you, why levels swing with weather and seasons, and why winter's closed windows and frozen ground often push readings higher. We also talk dollars and sense—what mitigation typically costs, what “action level” actually means, and why spending around $1,300 to $1,500 can be one of the best health investments you make for your home.We fact-check a claim that radon and natural gas combine into something dangerous. Chemistry check: radon is a noble gas and doesn't react; the rotten egg smell from a leak is mercaptan, which can irritate but doesn't create a new toxin with radon. Our story archive includes a landmark high-radon case that changed policy and a curious call about “radioactive furniture,” both reminding us how invisible exposures leave very real traces. Along the way, we share simple steps for handling small gas leaks, considering VOCs and formaldehyde after renovations, and turning indoor air from a question mark into a plan.Ready to act on what you can't smell? Start with a radon test this winter, fix leaks promptly, and keep your air clear with targeted checks for mold and VOCs when needed. If this conversation helps, follow the show, share it with a friend who's moving or renovating, and leave a quick rating to help others find trustworthy home health guidance.Support the showTo learn more about Habitation Investigation, the Three-time Winner of the Best Home Inspection Company in the Midwest Plus the Winner of Consumer Choice Award for Columbus Ohio visit Home Inspection Columbus Ohio - Habitation Investigation (homeinspectionsinohio.com) NBC4 news segments: The importance of home inspections, and what to look for | NBC4 WCMH-TV Advice from experts: Don't skip the home inspection | NBC4 WCMH-TV OSU student's mysterious symptoms end up tied to apartment's air quality | NBC4 WCMH-TV How to save money by winterizing your home | NBC4 WCMH-TV Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Scheduled classes Continuing Education for Ohio Agents Course lis...

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Read OnlineWhen Jesus left, the scribes and Pharisees began to act with hostility toward him and to interrogate him about many things, for they were plotting to catch him at something he might say. Luke 11:53–54Over the past few days, we have been reading Saint Luke's version of Jesus' “Woe to you” rebukes of the scribes, Pharisees and the scholars of the law. Today's Gospel concludes these rebukes of love by pointing out that these religious leaders did not convert. Instead, they began plotting against Jesus so as to “catch him at something he might say.” This is what happens when people use God's holy law as a weapon to attack.Normally, we take inspiration from the Holy Scriptures in a positive way, meaning, by reflecting upon Jesus' words and actions and applying them to our lives. However, we can also learn from the evil others commit and allow their actions to inspire us to avoid their sin. In today's Gospel, we are invited to ponder the obsessive plotting of these religious leaders so as to consider whether we also are guilty of their sin.First, note that at the conclusion of Jesus' rebukes, these religious leaders “began to act with hostility” toward Jesus. Normally, when we act with hostility toward another, it is done with the mindframe that we are right and they have done something wrong. We justify our hostility by pointing to their perceived sin. However, it must be understood that every act of hostility on our part is a clear indication that we have started down the road of sin and are not justified in our obsession.Notice also that these religious leaders exercised their hostility toward Jesus by interrogating Him. In other words, in their anger, they kept asking Him questions so as to find some fault with Him. They tried to trick Him and trap Him with their speech using God's very Law handed down through Moses and the prophets. But they manipulated that Law so as to justify their hostility and, out of pride, to falsely accuse Jesus.Think about any times in your life in which you found yourself somewhat obsessed with what you judged to be the sin of another. Hostility in this case can even be passive, meaning you may present a kind disposition on the surface, but interiorly you are obsessively thinking about how you can condemn the person. Often when this happens, we can feel justified in that we convince ourselves that justice must be done and that we are the dispensers of that justice. But if God is in control of our lives, He will not call us to obsessive plotting in regard to another. Instead, when we are following the will of God, we will sense Him inspiring us to act with immediacy, calm, joy, kindness, honesty, and freedom from all anger and obsession. Reflect, today, upon any way that you have seen this misguided tendency within your own life. If you can identify a time when you struggled with hostility toward another, look at the fruit it bore. Was God glorified through your actions? Did this leave you at peace or agitated? Were you fully objective in your thinking? Be honest with these questions and you will begin to discover the road to freedom from such obsessive thinking. God wants you to be at peace. If there is injustice, trust that our Lord will sort it out. You, for your part, must continually work to forgive, act with charity, and direct your attention to the will of God as it is gently presented to you. My patient and kind Lord, You were falsely accused and condemned by many of the religious leaders of Your time because You spoke the pure truth with love, clarity and boldness. When I act with hostility and anger toward another, help me to turn from these sins so that I will never condemn, never judge and never manipulate Your divine Law for my own purposes. Fill me with Your peace and charity alone, dear Lord. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Duccio di Buoninsegna, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

In this exclusive Mary Grand A Halloween Murder interview, we explore a high school reunion gone horribly wrong. When old friends gather at a historic castle on the most haunted island in the world, nostalgia quickly turns to terror after one of them is found dead. Was it a tragic accident, a desperate suicide, or a calculated murder? With the castle locked down, everyone is a suspect, and time is running out to find the truth before the killer can escape.Author Mary Grand joins the podcast to unpack her thrilling new novel, a perfect Halloween read for fans of classic whodunits. We discuss why the Isle of Wight haunted island reputation, with its mysterious ley lines and numerous historic buildings, makes it the ultimate setting for a spooky mystery. Mary shares the fascinating Carisbrook Castle history, revealing how its past as a Saxon fort, a Norman stronghold, and a royal prison for Charles I inspired this chilling tale. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves intricate locked room mystery books, as Mary explains how she crafted a puzzle where the killer had to be one of the guests trapped inside the castle walls.Throughout this Mary Grand A Halloween Murder interview, we delve into the author's creative process. Mary talks about her beloved amateur detective from the Susan Flynn book series, and how Susan gets entangled in the investigation through her daughter, Zoe, who is a key suspect. We also explore the complex group dynamics of a high school reunion, the intense and frightening Ouija board scene, and the real-world research behind the plot, including the harrowing details of the synthetic drug 'spice' and how it's smuggled into prisons. Mary gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the actual Carisbrooke Castle ghost walk she attended for research and shares fun anecdotes about the famous Isle of Wight tomatoes and her tradition of naming fictional dogs after her friends' real-life pets. If you're a fan of Agatha Christie, you won't want to miss this deep dive into the craft of plotting a modern cozy mystery that keeps you guessing until the final page.ABOUT OUR GUEST:Mary Grand is the acclaimed author of the Susan Flynn book series, a collection of cozy mysteries set on the picturesque and eerie Isle of Wight. Often compared to Agatha Christie for her well-plotted and character-driven stories, Mary specializes in creating intricate puzzles that keep readers captivated. She lives on the Isle of Wight, the real-life setting that inspires her compelling novels.TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS:(00:00) A Halloween Murder: A High School Reunion Gone Wrong(02:43) Why the Isle of Wight is the World's Most Haunted Island(04:07) Plot Deep Dive: A Locked-Room Mystery in a Castle(06:19) The Real History of Carisbrook Castle(09:11) The Psychology of a High School Reunion That Curdles(11:30) The Intense and Terrifying Ouija Board Scene(15:49) Fun Facts: Twixmas and Famous Isle of Wight Tomatoes(20:19) The Shocking Research Behind Smuggling the Drug 'Spice'(24:12) Fact vs. Fiction: The Real Carisbrooke Castle Ghost Walk(25:54) The Author's Craft: Writing Unlikable Characters and Plotting the 'Whydunit'(31:30) The Evolution of Protagonist Susan Flynn(36:43) What's Next for Mary Grand?

A plot to collapse phone networks in New York City has been shut down, and the Chinese communist regime is accused of participating in the operation. The scheme is raising alarms over China's war plans against the United States. And now, there are ongoing investigations into whether the Chinese Communist Party has other similar operations throughout the United States.We'll discuss this topic, and others, in this episode of Crossroads.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Kelsey Lucas sharing how God takes us to places we want to go by ways we don't understand or are uncomfortable going. He shows us He knows us and sees us all along the way.

Plotting doesn't have to feel like wrangling an octopus into a cardigan. In this episode of Master Fiction Writing, we turn to Pixar's Story Spine - seven simple prompts that reveal your story's engine: who we meet, what upends the status quo, how cause-and-effect escalates, where the climax hits, and what the change means. We unpack each beat (from “Once upon a time…” to “And ever since that day…”) and keep things focused with just two “Because of that…” moves to force clean causality. You'll hear quick, recognisable examples and leave with a concise spine you can expand into scenes—without drowning in index cards.You'll learn:How to define your story's “normal,” inciting incident, and rising consequencesWhy limiting yourself to two causal beats sharpens momentumHow to aim your climax at your character's internal shiftHow to land an emotionally clear resolution

In the fourth episode of a six-part podcast series about science career planning, Julie Gould investigates "planned happenstance," a theory which encourages workers to embrace chance opportunities during their working lives.Holly Prescott, a careers guidance practitioner at the University of Birmingham, UK, suggests a slightly alternative approach, whereby a professional reflects on their experiences to decide what they would like more or less of in their current or future role.Listing the things you want to keep, lose or add in a job description, she argues, enables researchers to have happier working lives.In her view, the technique is preferable to devising a plan at the early career stage and then slavishly following it. This course of action, she says, does not account for new skills, technologies and life events that can open up fresh opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports Berlin says Hamas members have been arrested over an alleged attack plot.

Click to Subscribe: https://bit.ly/Youtube-Subscribe-SoapDirt General Hospital rumors swirl around the characters of Monica Quartermaine (Leslie Charleson), Ronnie (Erika Slezak), Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati), Nathan West (Ryan Paevey), and Drew Cain Quartermaine (Cameron Mathison). Ronnie is revealed to be a fraud, posing as Monica's sister. A mastermind of deception, Ronnie is suspected of conspiring with Drew, in an attempt to acquire the Quartermain estate.  GH also hints at a possible connection between Ronnie and Jack Brennan (Chris McKenna). In a twist of events, the unconfirmed rumors suggest that Ronnie might have past business ties with Jenz Sidwell (Carlo Rota) and Helena Cassidine (Constance Towers). A cliffhanger teases the return of Nathan West, with speculations about his mysterious disappearance and potential involvement with Liesl and Dalton.  Visit our General Hospital section of Soap Dirt: https://soapdirt.com/category/general-hospital/ Listen to our Podcasts: https://soapdirt.podbean.com/ Check out our always up-to-date General Hospital Spoilers page at: https://soapdirt.com/general-hospital-spoilers/ Check Out our Social Media... Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoapDirtTV Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoapDirt Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soapdirt/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soapdirt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soapdirt/

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HEADLINE: The Politically Motivated Conviction of Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil GUEST NAME: Mary O'Grady SUMMARY: Mary O'Grady criticizes Jair Bolsonaro's conviction by Brazil's Supreme Court, citing zero evidence linking him to the alleged coup plotting or assassination ruminations (Lula da Silva, Brasília).1928 RIO

In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Jon Czin, the Michael H. Armacost Chair in Foreign Policy Studies and a fellow with the John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution. Jon is a former member of the Senior Analytic Service at CIA, where he was one of the intelligence community's top China experts, and he also served as Director for China at the White House National Security Council. Jon and Henrietta discuss his recent China Leadership Monitor article “Plotting the Course to Xi's Fourth Term: Preparations, Predictions, and Possibilities.” The conversation dives into who President Xi actually trusts, what to expect from Xi's fourth term, his succession dilemma, and what it all means for the U.S.-China relationship.

Today we are talking to Plottr creator Cameron Sutter. Plottr has loads of templates that make crafting a satisfying ending for any genre so painless that you'll want to tell all your friends about it.You can check it out here: https://katcaldwell.com/plottrYou can also find out more about Story Snap here: https://katcaldwell.com/storysnap(These links are affiliate links which provide money for the show at no greater cost to you)Sign up for my writers' newsletter to learn more about the craft of writing, know when my workshops are and be the first to get exclusive information on my writing retreats. https://katcaldwell.com/writers-newsletterWant more information on my books, author swaps, short stories and what I'm reading? Sign up for my readers' newsletter. https://storylectory.katcaldwell.com/signup You can always ask me writing questions on instagram @katcaldwell_writing

Were Sean and Allyshia playing Paradise right, or did they come in too bold? Ben conducts a deep dive into why the Parliament of Paradise seemed to fizzle out quickly. Where are the receipts? And why did this duo feel inclined to take Kat down?We also try to get some answers on why their relationship didn't continue after they left the beach...and if anyone is holding out for a second chance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are Traci and Ellie, two bookish friends who read in any spare minute that we have.  This week, we are chatting about what books are coming out Fall of 2025! To shop the books listed in this episode, visit our shop at bookshop.org.   Care to join us on Patreon with even more content?  We would love to have you join us at From the Bookstacks of Literally Reading! Fake Skating by Lynn Painter Anne of Avenue A by Audrey Bellezza and Emily Harding The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman The Black Wolf by Louise Penny The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown Yours for the Season by Emily Stone Good Spirits by B.K. Borison Conform by Ariel Sullivan Alchemised by Sen Lin Yu Heart the Lover by Lily King  Wreck by Catherine Newman What We Can Know by Ian McEwan How About Now by Kate Baer Mate by Ali Hazelwood Famous by Blake Crouch  

In this episode, Jeff sits down with author John Krause to talk about John's work in progress. They look at John's Middle Grade mystry thriller and discuss how to build emotional peaks into the climax of the plot.  For more on the craft of writing, check out https://dialoguedoctor.com/

In this episode, Brandon Mull and Jason Conforto welcome back bestselling author Ally Condie for an in-depth discussion on the nuts and bolts of writing. They dive into plotting compelling stories, working with editors, and the importance of rewrites in crafting a polished book. Packed with practical advice and candid insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to strengthen their storytelling skills.

Hey, Heal Squad! We are back with another Sunday Set Up to help you set the tone for the week ahead. This week, we reflect on the nostalgia of the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon, the shifting lens on shows like The Biggest Loser (including discussion on the Netflix doc), and the reminder that what once entertained us may look very different through today's eyes.  We talk about the importance of listening to our bodies before they shut us down, with stories of stress, illness, and the emotional weight that often hides behind physical breakdowns. The message is clear: healing requires addressing both the physical AND the emotional.   Then we get serious. Plotting pumpkin-carving contests. Halloween decorations popping up in stores being “spring training” for the upcoming holiday season. We reminisce about birthday party 'grab bags' being the rage, playing with caps, and bobbing for donuts-on-a-string somehow being fun. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/  Join the In-Person Heal Waitlist: https://mariamenounos.myflodesk.com/heal-retreat-waitlist ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER:This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

The myth that plotting kills creativity is keeping countless discovery writers stuck in an endless cycle of abandoned manuscripts—but what if structure could actually set your creativity free?If you're a pantser convinced that outlining will ruin your creative process, or you've been discovery writing through multiple unfinished manuscripts, this episode will change how you think about story structure.You'll hear from three committed pantsers who thought outlining meant creative death. Katherine could sprint to 50k words in three weeks but spent a year editing manuscripts she'd abandon. Bree followed "only see as far as your headlights" advice for a decade, stuck on the same 25 pages. Casey watched her stories die in the middle with no way forward.Their discoveries transformed their entire approach to storytelling—proving that the right structure actually amplifies creativity instead of stifling it.In this episode, you'll learn:[03:15] How a discovery writer transformed 7 abandoned manuscripts into a polished novel by creating a "flexible outline" while drafting—eliminating 9 months of developmental editing[4:50] The simple daily practice of checking scenes for goal, motivation, and conflict that turned a chronic underwriter's 50k-word sprint into a robust 72k-word draft[08:45] Why the common pantser advice to "only see as far as your headlights" kept one writer stuck on the same 25 pages for a decade (and what finally freed her)[09:25]  How understanding genre expectations finally helped a pantser break through the dreaded middle of her novel where stories kept dying[11:20] Why "pantsing with direction" gives discovery writers the best of both worlds—creative spontaneity with a clear story roadmap to reach "The End"If you're ready to find the perfect balance between structure and creativity—and want the complete framework these writers used to finish their novels—join the waitlist for the next open enrollment of my Notes to Novel course. Don't miss your chance to turn your ideas into a finished draft you're proud of!