Best Querying Agents Podcasts (2025)

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How Withholding Backstory and Context Can Actually Elevate A Story 30:00

1d ago30:00

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In this inspiring interview, Bianca connects with debut author Aisling Rawle and dives into ‘The Compound’—a dark, gripping tale set in the twisted world of reality TV. She opens up about her unconventional path to publishing, the pivotal role her literary agent played, and the novel’s central themes of desire, materialism, and social critique. Ais…

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Challenge Accepted 46:39

1d ago46:39

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This week on Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel dig into the very beginning of storytelling—literally. They each bring the opening lines of two favorite books and analyze what makes a first paragraph sing (or fall flat). From the Southern charm of The Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood to the eerie minimalism of Vanishing World, the hosts e…

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A Court of Horny Posers 46:54

1d ago46:54

46:54

Louis CK & Mr. Beast are authors now? Posers... Episode 3 – Thoughts on ACOTAR, Sex Scenes, Ghost Stories, and Cancelled Comedians: Writing What Scares You In this spicy episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel tackle everything from Louis C.K.’s surprise debut novel to the challenges of writing authentic (and not cringe) sex scenes. Rache…

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Microsoft Intune data-driven management | Device Query & Copilot 9:51

3d ago9:51

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Get ahead of issues before they impact your users by using real-time data and AI-powered insights with Microsoft Intune. Proactively manage and secure all your devices—whether they run Windows, macOS, iOS, or Android. With cross-platform analytics, multi-device queries, and in-depth troubleshooting tools, you can pinpoint problems fast and take tar…

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How to Know You’re Ready to Speak Even If You Don’t Feel Like an Expert with Aleya Harris | Ep. 65 46:06

3d ago46:06

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Send me a text! Think you need more credentials or a polished pitch before you start speaking? Think again. Allison Lane sits down with speaker mentor and bestselling author Aleya Harris to uncover the real reason accomplished authors still feel like they’re not ready to be on stage. Spoiler: it has nothing to do with qualifications and everything …

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Introducing Microsoft Purview Alert Triage Agents for Data Loss Prevention & Insider Risk Management 8:07

4d ago8:07

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Boost data security and automate prioritization for data alerts with Security Copilot-powered Alert Triage Agents for Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention and Insider Risk Management. Surface the highest-risk alerts across your environment, no matter their default severity, and take action. Customize how your agents reason, teach them what matter…

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Writing Brave with Brooke Adams Law 46:54

4d ago46:54

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In this episode, I’m joined by Brooke Adams Law—award-winning author, book coach, and founder of the Writing Brave Movement—for a heartfelt conversation on writing with emotional honesty and trusting your inner voice. Brooke gets real about her own writing journey, from rejection to publication, and offers encouragement for navigating perfectionism…

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One of the Best Hooks We’ve Had on a BWH Segment 35:44

8d ago35:44

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Pop the champagne—it’s the 200th episode of Books with Hooks! Join hosts Bianca, Carly, and CeCe as they celebrate this major milestone with signature style and sharp writing advice. In this special segment, they dive into two fresh submissions: a gripping crime thriller and a thought-provoking book club novel. Carly and CeCe deliver expert feedbac…

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Creative Silos: A Unique Strategy for Your Writer Brain with Cindy Cisneros 12:26

9d ago12:26

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Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Sneak Peek: This Creative Silos method can make you way more efficient in your writing practice. Creativity coach Cindy Cisneros reveals why traditional productivity advice fails creative writers, her game-changing "Silos" method that stops the destructive cycle of switching between writing and querying…

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Did we just join a cult? 51:38

10d ago51:38

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In this episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel dive into the awkward, exhilarating world of submitting your writing for publication. Rachel is required to send out short stories for her creative writing class—easy, right? Except for the spiraling self-doubt, existential dread, and the creeping fear that someone you know might actually re…

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Are we writers yet? 35:13

10d ago35:13

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In this debut episode of Write Your Heart Out, co-hosts Kayla Ogden and Rachel Cyr open up about their writing journeys, imposter syndrome, and the magic of finally finishing something—be it a novel or a poem about a flamingo showdown in a zoo. Rachel shares her first public reading experience (and her fear of crying onstage), Kayla talks about que…

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From Zero to a Million Followers on LinkedIn: Daniel Murray’s Content Strategy | Ep. 64 31:19

10d ago31:19

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Send me a text! What if your most valuable book marketing asset isn’t your manuscript but your audience? Allison Lane sits with Daniel Murray, creator of ‘The Marketing Millennials,’ shares how he built a LinkedIn following of over 1 million by focusing on connection over perfection. We dive into the author marketing strategies that actually work, …

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Fix Identity Sprawl + Optimize Microsoft Entra 11:04

11d ago11:04

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Strengthen your security posture in Microsoft Entra by following prioritized Secure Score recommendations. Enforce MFA, block legacy authentication, and apply risk-based Conditional Access policies to reduce exposure from stale accounts and weak authentication methods. Use built-in tools for user, group, and device administration to detect and clea…

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Drafting Without Fear: Writing Momentum and Mistakes to Avoid, with editor Joel Brigham 54:20

11d ago54:20

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Send us a text Beth and Lisa are joined by editor and author Joel Brigham to discuss the messy, magical process of drafting. Joel shares practical advice to help writers overcome perfectionism and keep their momentum through the challenging early stages of a manuscript. Guest Bio: Joel Brigham is a seasoned developmental editor and founder of Brigh…

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How to Choose the Right Point of View For Your Novel 22:41

12d ago22:41

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Enter the WIS Podcast Anniversary Giveaway! Point of view is one of the most important craft decisions you’ll make as a writer—and one of the easiest to get tangled up in. In this episode, we’re breaking down what POV actually is, why it matters, and how to use it with intention. You’ll learn: The pros and cons of first, second, and third person PO…

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Write Your Heart Out - Coming Wednesday, June 11! 1:21

15d ago1:21

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🎙️ Write Your Heart Out is the podcast for writers who crave real conversations about the writing life. Hosted by Bay Area emerging writers Kayla Ogden and Rachel Cyr, each episode dives into the messy, funny, and often vulnerable journey toward publishing — from plot twists to imposter syndrome to querying agents and everything in between. 📅 Trail…

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Bianca and CeCe Discuss The Real Sh*t No One Tells You About Writing 36:15

15d ago36:15

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In this special episode, CeCe Lyra sits down with our very own Bianca Marais to explore her writing journey, with a spotlight on her latest novel, ‘A Most Puzzling Murder.’ If you’re not already familiar with her work, Bianca is the bestselling author of ‘The Witches of Moonshyne Manor’, the beloved novels ‘Hum If You Don’t Know the Words’ and ‘If …

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Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Fix Your Opening Pages (Part 2) 27:12

16d ago27:12

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Send me a Text Message! Your opening page has 30 seconds to hook an agent or it's as good as a rejection. Literary agent Amy Nielsen reveals the cliché openings that kill manuscripts, the scene structure 90% of authors get wrong, and her "General-Specific-Personal" formula that eliminates info-dumping while building irresistible voice. What You'll …

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What's new in SQL Server 2025 14:27

17d ago14:27

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Streamline your entire data workflow, from real-time change capture to querying across cloud and on-prem databases, without complex migrations or code changes using SQL Server 2025. This adds deep AI integration with built-in vector search and DiskANN optimizations, plus native support for large object JSON and new Change Event Streaming for live d…

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How to Land a TEDx Talk by Owning Your Story with Ashley Stahl | Ep. 63 33:52

17d ago33:52

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Send me a text! What if the only thing standing between you and massive author visibility was the belief that you're not ready yet? Allison Lane is joined by Ashley Stahl, TED and TEDx speaker coach, bestselling author, and founder of Wise Whisper Agency to dismantle the myths about readiness, career pivots, and what it takes to get your message se…

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The Act of Courage: Saying Yes to the Unknown 44:08

18d ago44:08

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Text us a review. Ep#240: Join hosts, Helen Edwards and January Liddell as they discuss some of their personal experiences in saying “Yes” to themselves and why it’s important to have the courage to move forward in what will serve you best in your life. You can now ‘Text Us a Review.’ Or leave us a review on any of our audio and video platforms. Th…

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How to Build a Magic System That Serves Your Story with Gina Kammer 38:22

19d ago38:22

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Enter the WIS Podcast Anniversary Giveaway! Win Book Coaching Sessions + More Prizes! This week is all about writing fantasy and building magic systems! We cover: What a magic system is designed to do The difference between soft vs. hard and low vs. high magic systems (and why knowing the difference matters) Practical ways to ground readers in the …

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Concrete vs. Abstract Curiosity 43:36

22d ago43:36

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In this special episode of Books with Hooks, author Kate Visser joins hosts Bianca, Carly and CeCe to share insights about her query letter for her YA fantasy novel, 'Stage of Shadows.' Carly and Cece dissect the strengths and weaknesses of Kate’s pitch, particularly focusing on character arcs, world-building, and the complexities of dual POV narra…

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What runs ChatGPT, Sora, DeepSeek & Llama on Azure? (feat. Mark Russinovich) 13:06

23d ago13:06

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Build and run your AI apps and agents at scale with Azure. Orchestrate multi-agent apps and high-scale inference solutions using open-source and proprietary models, no infrastructure management needed. With Azure, connect frameworks like Semantic Kernel to models from DeepSeek, Llama, OpenAI’s GPT-4o, and Sora, without provisioning GPUs or writing …

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Episode 83: New Jazz Underground 1:01:23

23d ago1:01:23

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Hello everyone and welcome to Speaking of the Arts. I am Mike Epstein and today's episode features Sebastian Rios of New Jazz Underground.New Jazz Underground is an American trio featuring Abdias Armenteros (Saxophonist/Composer), Sebastian Rios (Bassist/Composer), and TJ Reddick (Drummer). They have been described as “an innovative and ultra creat…

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How to Grow Your Email List Before Publishing Your Book with Tracy Beavers | Ep. 62 43:56

24d ago43:56

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Send me a text! Is your email list ready to help you launch your book… or are you waiting until you're "ready?" A visibility and list-building coach, Tracy Beavers joins Allison Lane to break down what most authors get wrong about email marketing. Spoiler: the best time to start is yesterday. You’ll hear why relying on social media is risky, how to…

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To Edit or Not to Edit? (An Ask B&L Episode) 33:58

25d ago33:58

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In this engaging Ask B&L episode, Beth McMullen and Lisa Schmid tackle two of the most commonly asked questions from aspiring authors: what is voice in writing and how do you navigate the editorial process? With personal anecdotes, practical advice, and a whole lot of writerly camaraderie, Beth and Lisa break down co…

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May Bonus Episode 2:32:21

25d ago2:32:21

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In the first part of this month’s bonus episode, Carly Watters interviews Anna Mitchael, an accomplished author and copywriter. Anna discusses her writing journey, experiences in magazine publishing, and the art of storytelling through vignettes. They discuss the importance of building relationships in the writing community, the unique format of vi…

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How to Use Genre to Structure Your Novel 13:29

26d ago13:29

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Grab Your Free Ticket to The 2025 Spark To Story Summit (MAY 27-29) Struggling to figure out where your story is going? In this episode, we break down how understanding your content genre can give you a built-in structure for your novel, shaping your plot, character arc, and emotional payoff. We’ll explore the difference between marketing and conte…

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Busy Bees Making Moves and Creating New Habits 42:24

28d ago42:24

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Text us a review. Ep#239: Join hosts, Helen Edwards and January Liddell as they catch up after weeks of being busy little bees and how they are upgrading their habits and creating new ones to have a healthier and more peaceful filled life. You can now ‘Text Us a Review.’ Or leave us a review on any of our audio and video platforms. Thank you for li…

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How a Books With Hooks Query Became a Buzzy Debut 28:16

29d ago28:16

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In this eye-opening episode, Bianca Marais interviews Jessica Guerrieri, author of 'Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea.' They discuss Jessica's journey from teaching special education to becoming a published author, her experiences with addiction recovery, and the evolution of her debut novel. They discuss the intricacies of writing, the impor…

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New Microsoft 365 Copilot Tuning | Create fine-tuned models to write like you do 12:16

1M ago12:16

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Create fine-tuned, task-specific models that write like you by teaching models using expert knowledge, tone, and structure - with reference information directly attached to the models themselves using Microsoft 365 Copilot Tuning. Fine-tuning adds new skills to foundational models, simulating experience in the tasks you teach the model to do. This …

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How to Craft a Query Letter Agents Can’t Ignore with Sam Hiyate | Ep. 61 52:10

1M ago52:10

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Send me a text! What makes a literary agent say “yes” to your book pitch in under 30 seconds? Allison Lane sits with Sam Hiyate, founder of The Rights Factory, to demystify how to write a compelling query letter, position your book in today’s market, and avoid the most common author mistakes. If you've been wondering how to land an agent or make yo…

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Learning to Dance with Self-Doubt as a Writer with Amy L. Bernstein 38:49

1M ago38:49

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Have you ever felt like self-doubt was holding your writing dreams hostage? Oh friend, you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I had an incredible chat with the wonderful Amy Bernstein, author of Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Fighting Fears and Finding Inspiration. We got real about the ways self-doubt creeps int…

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Leaning into Illustrator Notes & CeCe Not Minding a But, But 41:45

1M ago41:45

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In this episode of Books with Hooks, Bianca, CeCe, and Carly dive into a YA fantasy romance query, breaking down what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to character arcs, high stakes, and spot-on comp titles. The hosts then shift gears to a picture book query, spotlighting the power of a strong hook and truly kid-focused storytelling. Packed wit…

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ENCORE: Editor Ivan Taurisano talks kidlit and IP 37:27

1M ago37:27

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Send us a text In this encore edition, Beth and Lisa chat with Ivan Taurisano, Associate Editor at Abrams, who specializes in children's literature and intellectual properties. Ivan shares insider tips on creating standout submissions, navigating the acquisition process, and the evolving trends in middle-grade publishing. Guest Bio Ivan Taurisano i…

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One Year Anniversary + Writing, Perimenopause, Procrastination, and Giving Yourself Grace 17:24

1M ago17:24

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ENTER THE 1 YEAR Anniversary Celebration to WIN a FREE 90-MIN PLOT STRATEGY SESSION! DOWNLOAD "THE WRITE MINDSET" FREE WORKBOOK from Write It Scared! Writing is challenging enough without beating ourselves up along the way, right? In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I’m getting personal—celebrating the podcast’s one-year milestone (wooh…

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Nuggets of Wisdom from Carley Fortune and Sue Hincenbergs 55:41

1M ago55:41

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In part one of this week's author interviews, Bianca sits down with Canadian superstar writer, Carley Fortune. The authors discuss her latest novel 'One Golden Summer', reflecting on her creative process, the challenges of writing under pressure, and the importance of character development. She shares insights into navigating reader expectations an…

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3-Part Formula for Writing Compelling Red Herrings That Mislead Without Cheating Readers with Author Eloise Corvo 17:49

1M ago17:49

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Send me a Text Message! Find out more about Eloise here. In this interview, I talk to author Eloise Corvo about her debut novel OFF THE BEATEN PATH. Eloise reveals her practical three-part framework for crafting effective red herrings, which is a vital skill for any thriller, mystery, suspense, or crime fiction writer. You’ll discover essential wri…

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Agent management updates | Copilot Control System 8:02

2M ago8:02

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Manage the rise of generative AI across your organization using the Copilot Control System in Microsoft 365. Control who can find, use, and create agents, define permissions, approve or block agent deployments, and configure billing models including pay-as-you-go or prepaid options. Get detailed visibility into how agents are used, which users and …

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Data security for agents and 3rd party AI in Microsoft Purview 9:46

2M ago9:46

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Stay in control as GenAI adoption accelerates across your organization using Data Security Posture Management for AI in Microsoft Purview. With built-in visibility into how AI apps and agents interact with sensitive data—whether inside Microsoft 365 or across unmanaged consumer tools—you can detect risks early, take decisive action, and enforce the…

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