Bästa Stories Between Us podcaster (2024)

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A victim of CSA, trafficked 3 times and now a powerful survivor: Amanda Blackwood 1:25:35

11M ago1:25:35

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In this heartfelt and enlightening episode, our host Jon delves deep into the extraordinary life of Amanda, a brave survivor of abuse and trafficking and advocate against human trafficking. From confronting personal traumas to finding enduring love and friendship, Amanda’s compelling narrative embodies resilience, understanding, and the indomitable…

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From Vietnam Vet to Father of a child with Schizophrenia: talking to your brain 53:18

11M ago53:18

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Podcast Show Notes: Understanding Schizophrenia and Parenting Challenges In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Christopher Slaton, a seasoned educator and mental health advocate, delves into the complexities of parenting, particularly when faced with the challenges of raising a child with schizophrenia. He shares invaluable insights and personal e…

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Grooming, Sex Trafficking and Abuse A healing Journey for Megan 1:12:44

11M ago1:12:44

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In this episode of "Between the Before and After," I have a conversation with Megan Conner, an advocate for abuse victims and survivors. Megan shares her personal story of being abused as a child. Megan also dives into her upbringing in the Mormon church and the pressures placed on its members. Eventually leaving the church, she now focuses on prom…

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Mary Giuliani: It's not about the drugs, alcohol and food 58:53

12M ago58:53

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Welcome to Between the Before & After, where we delve deep into the stories and insights of remarkable individuals who've faced adversity and emerged stronger than ever. In today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Mary Giuliani, an author, and a passionate advocate for healing from addiction and trauma. She takes us on a profound journey of …

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A devastating loss rocked Aaron's world... Pro Wrestling saved his life 1:13:33

1y ago1:13:33

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In this episode, we delve deep into the raw and emotional journey of Aaron Machbitz, a former professional wrestler turned mental health advocate. Join us as we explore the profound themes of mental health, suicide, coping, and the power of support and understanding. Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation that reminds us all …

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From "Worst Child Ever" to Oxford PhD 47:11

1y ago47:11

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In this captivating podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of transformation and resilience as we explore the themes of education, trauma, and the power of embracing individual learning styles. Join us as we follow the inspiring story of Nicholas, who defied all odds to achieve a PhD in Applied Mathematics at one of the world's most p…

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Mom of 18-month-old hit while running, suffers severe Brain Injury 56:18

1y ago56:18

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Welcome to another episode of *Between the Before and After*. I'm your host, Coach John, and today's episode takes us on a remarkable journey of resilience, recovery, and the power of human spirit. We have the privilege of sitting down with Kristen, who shares her incredible story of overcoming a traumatic brain injury and finding hope amidst adver…

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Against All Odds - A soldier survives his own mistakes and a military vendetta 42:10

1y ago42:10

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Join us in this captivating episode as we delve into the remarkable life of Jason Pike, a man who faced seemingly insurmountable challenges but emerged as a distinguished military officer and author. In this candid conversation, Jason shares his journey of triumph over adversity, battling a learning disability, enduring military training, and navig…

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A rare heart defect, a troubled childhood, and a born storyteller 51:28

1y ago51:28

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*Episode Highlights:* 1. **Twinship: A Profound Connection Beyond Words** Camille delves into the intricacies of her lifelong connection with her twin sister, exploring the power of nonverbal communication and the shared emotional experiences that only twins can truly understand. 2. **Balancing Closeness and Independence** As twins, Camille and her…

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Exploring Nature, Poetry, and Human Existence: Unveiling the Triumph of Death 51:36

1y ago51:36

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Description: Join us in this thought-provoking podcast episode as we delve into the captivating world of nature, poetry, and the essence of human existence. Discover how mythology, the worship of nature, and the power of poetry intertwine to shape our understanding of life. From the Triumph of Death to the conflicts of religion, we explore the eter…

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Beyond Tragedy: Finding Hope and Purpose Through Unimaginable Loss 50:58

1+ y ago50:58

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Join us in this deeply moving podcast episode as Colin shares his personal journey of reestablishing relationships, facing unimaginable loss, and discovering hope in the darkest of times. Through his poignant anecdotes, he sheds light on the importance of suicide awareness and mental health support. Get ready to be inspired and moved by his powerfu…

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Breaking the Silence: Parenthood and Teen Substance Abuse - A Journey of Resilience, Hope, and Healing 43:45

1+ y ago43:45

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Join us for an inspiring episode as we dive into the raw and powerful story of a parent who navigated through immense challenges with their teenage children. From struggles with substance abuse to feelings of helplessness, this heartfelt conversation unveils the journey of resilience, tough love, and the transformative power of surrender. Discover …

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185 So Long, Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Goodbye 24:13

1+ y ago24:13

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Today, Maile and Shawn talk about entering a new stage of life and how it's led them into a season of paring back on various things...including the podcast. Also, if you're a writer, do you ever have permission to simply quit writing? We love you all. Thanks for listening.

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A rare medical condition, emergency C-section and a Preemie fights 58:48

1+ y ago58:48

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Welcome to the latest episode of the "Between The Before & After Podcast"! Join us as we delve into an extraordinary narrative shared by our special guest, Jodi. She takes us through her remarkable journey of meeting her husband, experiencing pregnancy, and undergoing an emergency C-section birth. Jodi's story not only captivates us with its emotio…

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184 Kate Motaung and the Journey from Traditional Publishing to Self-Publishing...and Back Again 33:38

1+ y ago33:38

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Today we talk with Kate Motaung about the emotional investment of writing a memoir, why she's chosen to self-publish a few of her books, and red flags that might lead her to encourage someone not to self-publish...at least not yet. Kate really is a wise and encouraging voice in the publishing world. For more about Kate, head over to her website.…

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Jennetta Lost her Daughter to suicide: 9 months later she found a reason to live again 49:57

1+ y ago49:57

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In this episode, we speak with Jenetta Berry, who faced the devastating loss of her daughter to suicide. Jenetta shares her journey of grief, trauma, and ultimately finding a reason to live again. Join us as we explore the power of the human spirit and the possibilities that lie within us. Summary: Jennetta shares the heartbreaking story of how she…

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183 The Healing Power of Nature in an Anxious World 34:02

1+ y ago34:02

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Today we're talking with Jennifer Grant, author of the best-selling children's book, Maybe God is Like That Too and Finding Calm in Nature. She talks about all the anxiety kids live with these days--division, sorrow, and loss--and the healing and soothing power of nature.

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182 Douglas McKelvey and Who We Write For (Part 2) 29:20

1+ y ago29:20

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"If I'm not able to make a living by writing...do I quit writing?" Today, in the second part of our conversation with Douglas McKelvey, we explore the idea of writing only for the money . . . and how that can quickly go sideways. We also talk about how, when he ended up doing small side jobs just to pay the bills, he ended up asking himself the que…

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Kathleen Houston: A late in life discovery and a difficult divorce 49:01

1+ y ago49:01

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of midlife health awareness, women entrepreneurship, mental health, coming out, and personal values. Our guest, a life coach, shares insights on how midlife entrepreneurs can prioritize their health and combat the effects of menopause. We also explore the booming trend of women-owned businesses and second …

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181 A Poet and a Poem: A Compilation of Our Episodes with Leslie Bustard 2:12:36

1+ y ago2:12:36

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In honor of the passing of our dear friend Leslie Bustard, whose memorial service is this coming weekend, we having compiled all three of the podcast episodes we recorded with her over the years. The first was recorded in February of 2021, the second in April of 2022, and the third in November of 2022. Leslie was an author, a reader, a publisher, a…

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180 Douglas McKelvey and the Role of Violence and Darkness in the Novel (Part 1) 43:09

1+ y ago43:09

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Do the things I believe hold up even in the worst circumstances? Today, we speak with author and song-writer Douglas McKelvey about some of our favorite authors, including Cormac McCarthy and William Gay, and whether or not the violence and darkness in them can have redemptive value. Doug is the author of Every Moment Holy. This is part one of our …

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Gina Schneider: from Poverty to Polished Professional Psychotherapist 53:46

1+ y ago53:46

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Gina Schneider, where Gina shared her story of growing up in poverty. She dropped out of high school to work and make ends meet, but her determination and unwillingness to give up on her dreams led her to become a highly polished professional, author, executive coach, and licensed psychotherapist…

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From Punk Band to Blue Cartoon Dog: Jason Barnard's curious journey 49:58

1+ y ago49:58

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Today we have a guest who has a truly fascinating story to share. Joining me on the show today is Jason Barnard, a multifaceted personality known for his diverse experiences ranging from being a punk band member to playing the role of a blue cartoon dog. In this episode, we dive into the tales of Jason's life experiences that have helped shape his …

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Reverse an incurable autoimmune condition? Dr Kristin Wild has done just that 54:30

1+ y ago54:30

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This episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Doctor Kristin Wild, PhD, who in addition to having a doctorate in Metaphysics, is a registered professional counselor who's dedicated to helping people overcome autoimmune conditions. In our conversation, Kristin shares insights into the power of the human body and how understanding quantum mechanics and physi…

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IN THE WILDERNESS WITH YOUNG CRIMINALS: THE STORY OF WOLF CREEK 38:05

1+ y ago38:05

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Between The Before and After! I'm your host, Jonathan McLernon, and today we have a very special show for you. Joining us are Bill Pardue and his son Joe Pardue, the dynamic duo behind the inspiring book "Wolf Creek." In this captivating episode, we dive into a firsthand account of Bill's coming-of-age experie…

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179 Sugar! Sugar! Sugar!: On Addiction, Creativity, and Various Ways to Get Unstuck 33:00

1+ y ago33:00

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Three weeks ago, Maile gave up eating sugar, and it's had a profound impact on her creativity. Which leads us to consider how addictions in general impact our ability to write, and the various ways we can get unstuck when our writing feels like its source has been blocked. Check out Seth Haines' books HERE.…

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David Richman lost everything 3 times in his life, and kept getting back up 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

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Welcome to the podcast "Between The Before And After," where we explore inspiring stories of overcoming adversity. I'm your host, Jonathan McLernon, and today we have a special guest, David Richman. David is an author, public speaker, and endurance athlete whose mission is to form more meaningful human connections through storytelling. Chapter 1: E…

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The Ultimate Answer: Joshua's Journey into Quantum Healing 44:18

1+ y ago44:18

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From a very unusual childhood, to a fascinating and powerful journey into becoming a quantum healer, this is Joshua's story! In this podcast episode, we discuss the topic of skepticism and how to approach conversations with those who are dismissive of certain ideas. Joshua shares his experience with quantum energy transformation and how he is able …

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When The Rocks Sing: Marv Weidner's story of life after death 48:10

1+ y ago48:10

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In this emotional podcast episode, Coach Jon interviews Marv Weidner who shares his experience of his wife receiving a devastating cancer diagnosis. Marv describes how their future plans vanished and the past no longer mattered, leaving them with only the present moment. They recount how they received the news that his wife Marty had cancerous lesi…

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178 This Unpredictable Freelance Life 24:14

1+ y ago24:14

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Today Maile and I talk about our freelance life, the benefits and drawbacks of such a life, and why we keep trying to cobble together a life doing the thing that we love: telling stories. Also, how do you know when to abandon a difficult project and when to keep working? For Shawn's recent substack post on the same topic: Living a Life That Has No …

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How Jamal went from divorced and homeless to marrying the woman of his dreams 57:26

1+ y ago57:26

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Jamal Jivanjee is a best-selling author, podcaster, and full time life coach. As an author with over twenty years of experience working with people in various stages of personal struggle and challenges, after traveling to many cultures around the globe, and now as a full-time life coach, Jamal is passionate about serving individuals, couples, compa…

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Dom Matteo - Death of a friend, birth of a son and a rebirth (losing 125lbs) 1:07:20

1+ y ago1:07:20

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! Weight loss and fitness aren’t optional to Dominic Matteo. For him they are literally matters of life and death. We have to go back to 2009 to understand why. Dominic was in rough sh…

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177 Erin Bartels and Writing for a Christian Publisher 43:23

1+ y ago43:23

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Today we talk with author Erin Bartels about why she waited seven years for a traditional publishing contract instead of self-publishing, how working for a publisher shaped her writing journey, and where she finds the time to do everything (hint: she doesn't). We also talk about what it's like writing books for Christian publishing houses when you'…

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Trying to Impress my father after he died: Ed Slover 53:46

1+ y ago53:46

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachjonm As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! In Ed's words: "I have an insatiable appetite for learning about all things, but more specifically, why people do what they do. "What" people d…

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176 Michelle Derusha Walks Away From Writing 43:40

1+ y ago43:40

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What happens when a writer makes it into the publishing world...and then decides that kind of writing life isn't for them? Today we're talking with author Michelle Derusha about her journey through publishing, the highs of signing contracts for four traditionally published books...and what happens when our first forays into that world are marked by…

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Amy's life took a dramatic U-turn at 17, and a mistake turned into her biggest blessing 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! Amy's love of music began at age 3. Piano and singing were a significant part of her childhood. To meet Amy today, is to meet a highly accomplished, wonderfully polished speaker, pre…

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175 To Quit or Not to Quit (Writing)...That is the Question 28:35

1+ y ago28:35

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Why do I keep writing? When all of my greatest writing dreams and goals remain unfulfilled, why not call it a day and spend my time on something else...like curling, perhaps? Today Maile and I talk about a weekend spent with some of our favorite writer friends and how it feels to realize the first 30,000 words of a novel in progress aren't right (a…

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A shocking childhood made suicide feel like the only way out, until Chris found hope 43:57

1+ y ago43:57

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachjonm As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! When you hear that Chris spends most of his time raising his five kids, exploring world communities, and trying his hand at adventures like sha…

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Brutally attacked, and then blamed for it, Lynn Forney should not have survived, but she did 1:01:53

1+ y ago1:01:53

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coachjonm As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! Meet Lynn Forney: She loves to be creative, go to theme parks, and Scuba Dive. She has a big heart and loves animals, playing with toddlers, an…

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174 Malcolm Guite's Journey to Becoming a Poet 41:59

1+ y ago41:59

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How does a poet become a poet? Here is one of the many roads available, and it's shared by extraordinary poet Malcolm Guite: deciding to be a poet as a young man, then becoming a teacher, then a priest, where for seven years he didn't write poetry. Then burnout. And a bishop who told him to take a sabbatical. We offer this episode with huge thanks …

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173 Jen Pollock Michel and the Problem with Productivity 40:22

1+ y ago40:22

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Today we talk with Jen Pollock Michel about our experience of time: the anxieties, the passing of it, the keeping of it, and so much more. In a world and a life where time feels like a scarce resource, how can we find peace in the time we're given? Is productivity really the only grid for the good life? Find out more about Jen Pollock Michel and he…

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Before he was Vinnie P - a chaotic backdrop before becoming famous 58:21

1+ y ago58:21

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! ------------------------------------------------------ As the oldest of 4 kids, Vinnie was a "troublemaker". Really, underneath this was an intense curiosity to understand the world.…

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Jas Takhar: My father, my hero and the foundation for my success 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! ------------------------------------------------------ Toronto native, Jas Takhar, is the son of hard working immigrants. After seeing their work ethic, he decided that he wanted to …

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172 Lore Wilbert Keeps Asking Questions 34:10

1+ y ago34:10

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Why do we stop asking questions? What's the relationship between curiosity and silence? Lore Wilbert is one of the most thoughtful writers I know. Today, she talks about the importance of asking (and receiving) honest questions, her relationship with social media, and how she's changed as a writer since her first book. Lore Wilburt's most recent bo…

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171 Maile Tells Shawn What's Wrong With His Writing 26:58

1+ y ago26:58

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Recently, when Shawn shared his concerns with Maile, that he would never be able to write the book he wanted to write, that it was beginning to feel like all of life was just him practicing writing...she got really honest and told him what she felt was his greatest weakness as a writer. And they're still married. Today, we're talking about the voic…

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A Doctor With a Brain Injury Rebuilds Her Life 55:32

1+ y ago55:32

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! ------------------------------------------------------ Amanda Zeine, DO, FAAP always dreamed of being a doctor. She studied premed, graduated college, was commissioned into US and gi…

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170 Stephanie Smith Tells the Truth (But Tells It Slant) 47:44

1+ y ago47:44

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Today we talk with editor Stephanie Smith about what it means to "tell it slant" and why the strategy is so important for creative folks as we go about making our stuff. We also talk about her experience of having a pandemic baby and how motherhood has impacted her creativity (hint: it has to do with perfectionism). You can sign up for Stephanie Sm…

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169 Lisa-Jo Baker Writes the Book She Never Thought She'd Write 1:06:32

1+ y ago1:06:32

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Today Lisa-Jo talks about the complexity of writing memoir when the story centers around the people who we love. We find it remarkable, how our parents resurface in us, the lives we live, and the ways we are. Finally, we work through six of Lisa-Jo's favorite memoirs and what these writers have done so well in the writing of their beginnings. The f…

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Chancellor Jackson: Surviving Prison in Beijing 48:54

1+ y ago48:54

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If you love the show and would like to support it, please share this episode! You can also Buy Me A Coffee! ☕❤️ As an indie podcaster, that would mean the world to me! ------------------------------------------------------ Growing up in Georgia, the last thing Chancellor Jackson expected was that he'd find himself in a jail cell in Beijing. After g…

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168 Amanda Held Opelt was a Novice at Grief 39:35

1+ y ago39:35

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After a series of heartbreaking losses, Amanda Held Opelt set aside the book she was working on and instead delved into the world of grief. She had been to war zones, Ebola hotspots, and the aftermath of significant tragedies . . . but with her own tragedy, she realized she was just a beginner, a novice, when it came to grief. Today she shares with…

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