The Secrets to Success: Be Intellectually Curious, Connect, and Listen Well

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The truth is out West! We’re hopping on the ET Highway and venturing to the most notorious alien hot spots, including Roswell’s infamous crash site, Area 51’s eerie perimeter, and a mysterious desert watchtower. Join us as journalist Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing , beams up to share stories from the front lines of UFO reporting—from strange sightings and quirky festivals to a mailbox where people leave letters to extraterrestrials. Maybe you’ll even decide for yourself: Is Earth a tourist stop for spaceships? UFO hot spots you’ll encounter in this episode: - UFO Watchtower (near Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado) - Roswell, New Mexico - Area 51, Nevada - Extraterrestrial Highway (aka State Route 375), Nevada - Little A’Le’Inn, ET Highway, Nevada - E.T. Fresh Jerky, ET Highway, Nevada - Alien Research Center, ET Highway, Nevada - The Black Mailbox, ET Highway, Nevada Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group .…

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Mark G. Nelson is co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Altus Equity Group, Inc., a private equity real estate investment firm. He is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of the Nelson Family of Companies, and during his two-decade tenure with the firm, the company grew from $10 million to over $400 million in revenues. He is also the lead singer and guitar player for the rock 'n roll band Walking Mirrors which donates all their ticket proceeds to local not for profits.

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The Secrets to Success: Be Intellectually Curious, Connect, and Listen Well

Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Hosted by Shawn Langwell

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Shawn Langwell: Just Keep Swinging- Motivation for Times When We Doubt Our Ability to Succeed 14:42

9 weeks ago14:42

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Just Keep Swinging: Motivation for Times When We Doubt Our Ability to Succeed Now is the perfect time to take a chance on yourself. To step into the life you were created to live. To lead with your heart, with love. To reignite the passion with in and surround yourself with others who can support you in a shared purpose and mission. Yesterday was a great day for Bay Area Sports Fans. The Giants never gave up and kept believing in their ability to keep coming back against the Seattle Mariners for their home opener and celebrated with a walk-off hit from Willy Adames and bold base-running from Tyler Fitzgerald. The fans went wild! What's more the Golden State Warriors continue to battle and climb the playoff standings as they defeated the Memphis Grizzlies, The Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets in the past four days. Future Hall of famers Stephen Curry, Daymond Green, and Jimmy Butler did what it took to win. But like the Giants and the ragtag little league team you will hear about in this episode, it wasn't one player who won the game. It was all of them working together for a common goal—to win. Whether you are struggling with self-doubt or at the top of your game but want to leave a legacy for the next generation or anywhere in between, this episode could be one of the most inspiring moments of your life. It is yours to listen to and feel the energy reach into the depths of your fears and to tap into that inner warrior that desperately wants to win again or give back. This and all I write and teach is for you. I am here to inspire you to dare to be great and dare to be yourself. Everything I do has one goal in mind: to help you believe in yourself. What can you do today to create your own walk-off moments? What's missing? Well I hope after listening to this episode you will not only know. that you will be fired up to go get it! Carpe Diem! Enjoy the show. About this podcast and how to get more support: Unlike some stuffy podcasts, on the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You show, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of inspiring listeners to be better, bolder humans. Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com Get a copy of my latest book, MORNING MOTIVATION: The Ultimate Workbook & Guided Journal. Practical Wisdom to Break Free From Self-Doubt & Start Living an Extraordinary Life. It's available on Amazon and in bookstores everywhere in the spring of 2025. Buy it here: https://a.co/d/id8bGk0 You can also get the audiobook of Ten Seconds of Boldness here: https://a.co/d/9tYkQYZ…

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Stephanie St. Claire, Coach Helping Midlife Women Heal, Embrace, and Parent their Inner Child 40:43

10 weeks ago40:43

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If you are a woman, 35 years old + who's looking for permission to break free from some patterns that are keeping you stuck, you need to listen to this episode. This is one of the most meaningful and helpful publisc conversations with a well-known coach and healer, Stephanie Saint Claire. About my guest: Stephanie Saint Claire "The Inner Child Whisperer" Inner Child Healing Specialist for Women Founder - Vantage Life Design www.vantagelifedesign.com Stephanie St. Claire is a mom, entrepreneur, and coach specializing in Inner Child Healing for midlife women ready to reclaim their power. She helps women step into their authentic selves, trust their intuition, master their emotions, and take charge of their thoughts—so they can fully savor the life they’ve built and hold nothing back. Trained in complex trauma recovery, clinical applications of internal family systems, and trauma informed meditation and breath work, Stephanie uses her training, as well as personal Healing Journey as an adult child of an alcoholic and narcissist, to help women all over the world come home to their own power, creativity, and spirit. Special Offer for Stephanie's upcoming 8-week breakthrough course starting on April 11, 2025. Click the link below for details! https://www.vantagelifedesign.com/first5breakthrough Socials: TIKTOK: @theinnerchildwhisperer/ INSTA: Stephanie Saint Claire If you like this episode, please follow and share it with friends. Unlike some stuffy podcasts, on the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You show, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of inspiring listeners to be better, bolder humans. Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com A special thank you to Stephanie who will be recommending my latest book, Morning Motivation , to her students. Here are the details: MORNING MOTIVATION: The Ultimate Workbook & Guided Journal. Practical Wisdom to Break Free From Self-Doubt & Start Living an Extraordinary Life. It's available on Amazon and in bookstores everywhere in the spring of 2025. Buy it here: https://a.co/d/id8bGk0…

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Jeff Burkhart-Barfly Author & Award-Winning Columnist and Bartender 51:30

11 weeks ago51:30

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Jeff Burkhart knows how to connect with Marin's Movers & Shakers and everyone else who loves a good cocktail or story. He is both an award-winning journalist and an award-winning bartender. His popular Barfly column in the Marin IJ was voted best column in California in both 2014 and 2021, and he himself has been voted “best bartender” eight times, by the readers of three different publications. His two books: Twenty Years Behind Bars: the spirited adventures of a real bartender , and its sequel, Twenty Years Behind Bars: parole denied are both best-sellers and he also hosts the popular Barfly Podcast on iTunes. All of which has led to him being voted “Best Media Personality: TV, Radio, Print,” five times by the readers of the Pacific Sun . Join us as we dive into a real conversation about service, connection, and share entertaining stories from the front lines of customer service, writing, and life as sales and service pros in Marin Here are all the ways to find and connect with Jeff: Links: Twenty Years Behind Bars Parole Denied Twenty Years Behind Bars Barfly Podcast www.facebook.com/MarinIJBarfly www.jeffburkhart.net If you like this episode, please follow and share it with friends. Unlike some stuffy podcasts, we get down to real conversations for the sole purpose of trying to inspire listeners to be better and bolder humans. Bottom line for you to, Dare to Be Great, and Dare to Be You. Learn more about my books, events, coaching, and more at: www.shawnlangwell.com…

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Hilary Young Ritter, Author Trusting Gus 49:38

11 weeks ago49:38

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Hilary Young is the author of Trusting Gus , a raw and inspiring memoir about resilience, addiction recovery, and the presence of a higher power she calls the "Great Universal Spirit" (Gus). Raised by an abusive, bipolar alcoholic, Hilary navigated a turbulent childhood, battled addiction, and ultimately found sobriety later in life. A near-death experience from liver failure at 58 motivated her to share her story, revealing the moments of grace that shaped her journey. Readers connect deeply with Trusting Gus , responding with their own stories of trauma, supernatural encounters, and personal awakenings. Hilary’s writing is heartfelt and unfiltered, aiming to inspire without preaching. She self-published her memoir to show that healing and transformation are always possible. Beyond writing, she works as a hairstylist, engaging in meaningful conversations with clients. She currently lives in California, where she continues to share her story of hope, survival, and spiritual discovery. Hilary is a natural story teller who effectively uses scene, setting, and dialogue to tell a compelling and evocative story in Trusting Gus. Join us as we have an honest, open, and vulnerable conversation about recovery, spirtuality, finding clarity, and so much more. Find or follow here here: Website: TrustingGus.com Social Media links: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryyoungritter/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1545650302685941 Trusting Gus: True stories of a near death experience, angelic visits, recovery from alcoholism and everyday miracles. You can find Trusting Gus here or your favorite local bookstore. Trusting Gus If you like this podcast, please leave a review and follow me. You can find me at www.shawnlangwell.com and purchase my memoir on recovery here: Beyond Recovery or bookstores everywhere.…

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Michelle Miles- Fantasy, Paranormal, and YA Author Shares Inside Tips for Aspiring Authors 48:01

12 weeks ago48:01

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One of the funnest things I get to do is have open conversations with wonderful people like Michelle. Energetic, upbeat and in the midst of mastering her craft, Michelle shares inside tips for aspiring fantasy authors who have worlds and stories that must be shared. MICHELLE MILES believes in fairy tales, true love, and magic. She writes fantasy (including Epic, Urban, and Other Worlds), Paranormal (including Time Travel, Historical, Shifters), and Young Adult (including Fantasy and Fairy Tales) all with an action/adventure twist. She is the author of numerous series that includes everything from angels and demons to fairies, dragons, and elves. She is a member of Romance Writers of America (RWA) and Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA). A native Texan, in her spare time she loves reading, listening to music, watching movies, hiking, and drinking wine. Sign up for her newsletter and get Once Upon an Ancient Curse, a Red Riding Hood Fairy Tale Retelling, FREE. This isn’t the story you remember—it’s better! https://viplist.michellemiles.net/enchanted Find Michelle Here: Website & Blog: http://www.michellemiles.net Newsletter Signup: https://viplist.michellemiles.net/enchanted Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichelleMilesAuthor Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MichelleMiles Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/MichelleMilesAuthor Threads: https://www.threads.net/@michellemilesauthor Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/MilesOfRomance/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/477915.Michelle_Miles Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/michellemiles YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleMilesBooks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michellemilesauthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/michelle-miles…

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John Wallace, Founder/CEO Surviving The Odds Project- No Warning Shots Fired 43:42

20 weeks ago43:42

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"No Warning Shots Fired in This Unit" This is the sign on the wall at San Quentin Prison where John served 8 years. Since his release, John Wallace, aka Freedom, has made a complete 180-degree turn from a life of gangs and drugs to one of hope and service. Leaders and youth from all walks of life can learn from this vulnerable and inspiring, unedited conversation I had with John on my Dare to be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast. John embodies and lives up to his stage name—Freedom. He not only talks the talk, he walks the walk. From head to heart to hands, John's mission and purpose to "pass it on", is freaking incredible! Pull up a chair and listen to this raw, real, and open conversation about hope and freedom. On a personal note, it has taken me 25 episodes to find my sea legs as a podcast host. I believe from the depth of my soul that THIS episode is what the universe was preparing me for. I guarantee you will be inspired. After listening, some of you may want to even change the world. To paraphrase John's wisdom: Start small, be humble, and listen. We all want to belong. My hope in this and all episodes of this show is for listeners to not only become inspired, but to become bold enough to trust your inner voice and DO SOMETHING that will make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and ultimately,the world. This show is fast becoming a launching pad where dreams are reignited. I encourage you, wherever you are at this stage of your life, to dare to be great and dare to be yourself and see what happens. Furthermore, there are many more stories like John's in differing arenas that you will hear in the weeks, months and years to come. If you like this, subscribe. Better yet, Pass it on. Please, SHARE IT! About John: John grew up in Marin City and found refuge in the arts as an escape from a troubled home life. Street life and drug use caught up to him, landing John in Marin County Jail numerous times and eventually to San Quentin State Prison for several years. Refusing to give up, John worked hard and earned his GED while in prison. John wrote over 75 songs about his lives experience while in prison. After he was released, John went on to attend classes at College of Marin, Santa Rosa Junior College and Butte College. He is currently a recognized musician, tattoo artist, and hairstylist who often provides his services at low or no cost to those in need. John believes in the importance of giving back and understands the therapeutic value of art and music Articles: from https://sanquentinnews.com/sq-parolee-helps-troubled-teens/ "By the time John Wallace was released from San Quentin, he had written 75 songs. John Wallace, 39, who discharged in 2003, founded a project called STOP ( Surviving the Odds Project ) to help deter at-risk youth from falling into the school-to-prison-pipeline. Fifteen years after his release, he’s showing kids the creative outlet he wished he had at their age. The former gang member now empowers at-risk youth through musical self-expression at Legion Beats in San Rafael, reported the Marin Independent Journal . His first class of 13 students will write, record and create a music video over the course of a few weeks. In May, they’ll have their first live performance. “I wanted to give back to where a kid wouldn’t have to suffer any longer or blame others for what they’re going through and learn how to express themselves,” said Wallace, who grew up in Marin City. https://sanquentinnews.com/program-helps-at-risk-youth-through-music/ https://www.marinij.com/2018/04/06/former-san-quentin-inmate-empowers-at-risk-youth-with-music/ https://redwoodbark.org/84140/culture/lifestyles/breaking-through-chains-john-wallace-empowers-youth-with-his-nonprofit-stop/ "John had been sent to Marin County Jail 19 times for disorderly conduct before going to San Quentin State Prison in 1995, where he was incarcerated for eight years. While in prison, he discovered his love for making music. “[San Quentin] was a dangerous reality to walk into,” John said. “While I was [in San Quentin State Prison], I wrote over 75 songs. I didn’t know that I was a musician at the time, but while I was in there, I didn’t want to feel alone anymore [and music helped me with that].'" Find John here: https://www.stoproject.org/ Please donate if you are so inclined. https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wallace-b47136161/ From the Host: Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day all! May each of us learn to become bolder and open our hearts to help those less fortunate than we are. May the world be better because of our courage to dare to be great and bravery to be ourselves! God bless, Love, Shawn Find me at: https://shawnlangwell.com/ Read my story here: Beyond Recovery: A Journey of Grace, Love, and Forgiveness https://a.co/d/gv02C5h #recovery #Survivingtheodds #Courage #Forgiveness…

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Embracing Play- Anthony Amunategui 1:26:33

21 weeks ago1:26:33

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Anthony Amunategui is a freaking Unicorn! He is the the Founder of CDO Group, a National Commercial Construction firm he started about 24 years ago with a small group. Today they have built over 1 million square feet of retail space, working with some of the world's largest brands. He has a true passion for finding out what makes people successful in business and in life. Anthony loves diving into conversations about what the future holds for us personally and professionally, and the adventures that shape the journey. Always a treat to have real, open, and honest conversations with my guests, Anthony hits it out of the park in the episode and pulls no punches. As the co-owner of of a multimillion dollar construction firm he knows people, negotiation, project management, and more importantly, what matters most in life. Newsflash, it's not more money! Listen in as we talk about letting go of our attachment to chaos andhow we individually and collectively can learn to lighten up and enjoy the true values of life- family, friendship, community, and PLAY! Here's how to reach Anthony: Contact Info: Owner of CDO Group / Host of Future Factory Podcast Email: anthony@cdogroup.com Website: CDO Group: https://cdogroup.com/ Future Factory Podcast: https://www.futurefactorypodcast.com/ Anthony’s Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyamunategui/ FFP: https://www.instagram.com/futurefactorypodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FutureFactoryPodcast Find me at: https://shawnlangwell.com/ and buy my books wherever they are sold.…

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Best- Selling Author Jeff Goins -The Art of Being Interesting: How to Succeed as a Writer Without Selling Your Soul 25:15

33 weeks ago25:15

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Jeff Goins is the best-selling author of five books, including The Art of Work and Real Artists Don’t Starve. His award-winning blog Goinswriter.com has been visited by tens of millions of people, and through his online courses and events, he's taught over 20,000 writers since 2012. Jeff lives outside of Nashville with his family, where they spend most of their free time listening to records and making homemade pasta. Books: You Are a Writer Real Artists Don’t Starve The Art of Work What Is Writing? Website: goinswriter.com Substack: jeffgoins.substack.com Jeff will be Keynote presenter at the 2024 Sonoma County Writers Conference on October 19, 2024 hosted by Redwood Writers Club. Both Jeff's Keynote and Workshop will be avaialable for purchase and download after the conference. If you are near Sonoma County and want to attend in person, learn more or register here: https://redwoodwriters.org/2024-conference/…

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Ray Engan: Love to Write But Hate to Sell? Create Comfortable Conversations That Sell Your Book 29:42

38 weeks ago29:42

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Ray Engan: SESSION - Love to Write But Hate to Sell? Create Comfortable Conversations That Sell Your Book Every Year, thousands become first time authors. Every year thousands of books sit in the garages of their authors, waiting for the orders to come through. Today you will walk away with concrete ways to move those books out and bring cash in. The Lean In Factor will guide you in how to use your voice to sell your writing. About Ray: Ray Engan was a shy little boy who avoided talking to strangers by walking inside the safety of his Mom’s wrap around skirts. He went on to a career in stand-up comedy, performing with and writing for some of America's best comedians. He created a skill of connecting through comedy in the business world and became the sales manager of America’s most award winning small business, Ray has testified before a presidential task force, and appeared on MSNBC, as a Voice of small business in America. Today, Ray is an award winning motivational speaker, coach and Sales coach to entrepreneurs. He created the program, The Humor Algorithm, which demystifies the process of humor and can make anyone funnier. Currently the President and CEO of Leadership Through Laughter and has coached over 2 dozen National Speakers Association Hall of Fame speakers. His upcoming program, The Lean In Factor, is designed for entrepreneurs who present to make quicker connections, faster friendships and bigger sales, and is due out inthe fall of 2024. RayEngan.com LeadershipThroughLaughter.com medium.com/@ray_37327 www.facebook.com/ray.engan/ www.linkedin.com/in/leadershipthroughlaughter If you are reading this before 10-18-2024 visit: https://redwoodwriters.org/2024-conference/ to learn more or to register. The Sonoma Coujty Writers Conference is held every other year (even years), in Sonoma County and is the Most Comprehensive Writers Conference in the North Bay. Registration is $125-250 for California Writers Club Members; $150-175 for Non-Members. Visit https://redwoodwriters.org/ to learn more about our events and opportunities to help you become a better writer and book marketer. Visit: www.shawnlangwell.com for other upcoming writers workshops.…

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Finding Freedom and Joy in Recovery with Max Nijst: Life and Recovery Coach and Podcast Host 52:00

39 weeks ago52:00

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Max Nijst is the founder and spirit behind Fearless Happyness Coaching & Consulting. Max’s mission in life is to help high performers, executives, and CEOs avoid losing what they have worked so hard to attain. He helps their families by educating about the disease of addiction so they can better support their loved ones. Max is a motivational speaker, published author, and substance abuse recovery coach. He is also the host and voice you hear behind the mic on The Fearless Happyness Podcast. THE FEARLESS HAPPYNESS PODCAST The Fearless Happyness Podcast showcases phenomenal individuals, from all around the world and from all walks of life, who overcame serious traumas, life obstacles and challenges to living the life of their dreams. Listen in each week as Max and his guests sit down to share their experiences and spread strength, hope and faith to help others also become fearless and find their own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS! https://maxnijst.org/podcast/ https://maxnijst.org/read-fearless-happyness/ Book: Fearless-Happyness-Addiction-Battles-Recovery Connect with Max here: https://maxnijst.org/ https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=max%20nijst…

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Jose Salazar Teacher, Parent, Coach! 48:24

39 weeks ago48:24

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Jose Salazar cares about the youth of Sonoma and Napa Counties. He has a heart for teaching and service and is making a difference in the lives of teens and young adults who may not have father figures to encouarge them. With more than 28 years of experience working with Santa Rosa City Schools, he's basically done it all: elementary, middle school, high school and even the collegiate level with Santa Rosa Junior College. se has also beenan adjunct faculty instructor for the Department of Public Safety since 2017. The bottom line is, Jose cares and his actions match his words. He served in the Sonoma County Probation Department as a sworn in peace officer from 2008-2017 and has been with Napa County from 2019 to the present. He's coached football at Santa Rosa High School, Montgomery HS and with SRJC. I moved up to Sonoma County back in 1993 to attend Sonoma State University. I was a Cossack. I went on to earn a BA, multiple credentials and a MA in Education Leadership. Married since 1995, he he and his wife have three grown up daughters and two grandchildren. If you have a kid who wants a shot at playing collegiate football, please visit: SRJC football program https://ets.rocks/3SwEOSv…

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Judy Baker: Book Marketing Mentor and Cancer Survivor 55:14

39 weeks ago55:14

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Judy M. Baker helps authors take the friction out of book marketing and make real money from their books. 2024 is fueled by her renewed commitment to coaching, writing, and creativity. She is planning to publish three books this year. The first is The Book to MoneyMaker RoadMap which is in final edits. Judy is President of Redwood Writers and past president of the Bay Area Independent Publishers Association. When she isn’t writing, teaching, or volunteering, you can find her at the gym or creating healthy recipes. Find out more at: https:// bookmarketingmentor.com Social Media links: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Judy-M.-Baker/author/B08JM6M3PS?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true https://www.facebook.com/JudyBaker.BookMarketingMentor/ https://www.facebook.com/judybaker54/ https://www.instagram.com/bookmarketingmentor/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/judybaker/ https://www.youtube.com/user/brandvines Author Spotlight Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4GL_lhkkuTOmuQNnTxOVcp9EWn4xan1h https://www.pinterest.com/bookmarketingmentor0210/ If you want to learn more about writing, publishing and marketing. also visit: https://www.redwoodwriters.org/…

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Steve Almond NYT Bestselling Author on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life 31:47

47 weeks ago31:47

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In this episode I chat with NYT Bestselling Author Steve Almond on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life He will also be a featured presenter at the Redwood Branch of The California Writers Club on July 20, 2024. CWC Members and non members can register here https://www.redwoodwriters.org/, to see Steve in-person or listen to a recording of his talk a week after the event. Steve Almond, author of Truth Is the Arrow, Mercy Is the Bow , will discuss the emotional struggles that we bring to our writing, everything from the anxiety of exposure to the crippling doubts that drive us into writer’s block—without judgment or platitudes. No question is off limits: Can I tell the truth about my abusive parent? Is it wrong to be jealous of a famous friend? What if I’m just not good enough? At the center of our discussion is radical question: Is it possible to view moments, and even eras, of creative doubt as necessary and even essential to our artistic growth? How can we move from anxiety and self-loathing to a posture of forgiveness and curiosity. Register for this event here: How to Conquer Writer’s Block, Ego Need, Envy and the Other Evil Voices Inside You About The Featured Speaker at Redwood Writers: Steve Almond is the author of twelve books of fiction and non-fiction, including the New York Times Bestsellers Candyfreak and Against Football . His first novel, Which Brings Me to You , was made into a movie that is streaming on Amazon and Hulu. His second novel, All the Secrets of the World is being developed for television by 20th Century Fox. His new book, Truth Is the Arrow, Mercy Is the Bow is a book about the craft of writing, the meaning of stories, and the emotional and psychological struggles we face in telling our stories. Find him at stevealmondjoy.org.…

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Delicia Niami: From Kidnapping and Abuse to Self-Love -A Courageous True Story (Trigger warnings: Drug abuse, sexual abuse, rape, pedophilia, and suicide) 53:54

1 year ago53:54

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Delicia Niami is an acclaimed memoirist and LGBTQ+ advocate, whose raw and edgy storytelling has touched the hearts of readers worldwide. Residing in Santa Cruz and an alumna of UCSC, Delicia draws inspiration from her own journey of resilience and empowerment. Through her memoirs, she fearlessly addresses topics such as sexual abuse, trauma recovery, and the importance of self-compassion. Delicia's work not only sheds light on difficult experiences but also empowers others to find their voices and embrace their own resilience. Her passion for advocacy shines through in her writing, making her a powerful voice for change and healing in today's world. Links: https://www.delicianiami.com https://www.instagram.com/delicianiami_author/ https://www.facebook.com/ResilientAFMemoir https://www.facebook.com/kissingasphalt https://www.instagram.com/resilientaf_memoir/ RESILIENTAF MEMOIR SERIES In Delicia Niami's trilogy of memoirs, Resilient AF, readers are invited on an exhilarating journey through the pages of "Kissing Asphalt," "Not My Circus," and "The Queen of Silver Linings." Find first of her three memoirs, Kissing Asphalt on Amazon and wherever books are sold. Learn more here: www.kissingasphalt.com A personal note to you: The chance meeting of Delicia at the 2024 SF Writers Conference was no fluke. I believe everything in life happens for a reason and that people come into our lives for a unique purpose: to guide us, show us, or awaken something inside us long hidden or denied; or to be a light for us to find our way out of the darkness or to offer us a new perspective and outlook on life. When that happens, I feel it is our responsibility to pause, assess, and ascertain what that purpose is. Sometimes we know immediately, as I did with Delicia. It is my hope that this raw, real, and honest podcast interview helps at least a few people find a pathway to peace. If you or someone you know suffer from addiction, abuse, or domestic violence please get help. There are tons of reputable and safe organizations to choose from. If you love stories of resilience and want to read another raw, real, and hope-filled memoir on overcoming fear, anger, resentment and alcoholism/substance abuse, consider reading my memoir, Beyond Recovery: A Journey of Grace, Love, and Forgiveness. It, too, is available on Amazon or wherever books are sold. If you like this show or others, please talk about it, share it, and most of all take a moment to love yourself.…

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Brian Fies: Emmy Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Shares Storytelling Secrets 54:04

1 year ago54:04