In this electrifying episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan welcomes the dynamic Natalie Jacobsen, a journalist, storyteller, and activist whose journey spans from rural Oregon to bustling Washington, DC. Natalie shares her incredible life story, from growing up on a small apple orchard to her adventures in Japan, where she supported a friend turned pop star and delved into the world of writing and activism.
Discover how her childhood in Oregon, filled with books and imagination, sparked her passion for storytelling. Natalie recounts her early writing endeavors, including her first publication at age 13, and her transition into activism at a young age. She discusses her time at the University of Oregon, her experiences living and working in Japan, and the profound impact these experiences had on her creative process.
Natalie also delves into her nonprofit work, her time at the New York Film Academy, and her journey back to the United States. She shares the challenges and rewards of balancing her professional and personal life with her writing, offering listeners a glimpse into her meticulous writing process and the extensive research behind her upcoming novel, "Ghost Train."
In a lively rapid-fire segment, Natalie reveals her favorite Japanese folklore, the best place she visited in Japan, and the most inspiring activist she's met. She also shares her future projects, including sequels to "Ghost Train" and a family generational story inspired by her own family's history.
Don't miss this deep dive into the fascinating life and mind of Natalie Jacobsen, where creativity and activism intertwine.
Natalie's Links:
https://www.threads.net/@natalieannaj
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliejacobsen/
https://www.instagram.com/natalieannaj/
https://www.tiktok.com/@natalieannaj
Pre-order Ghost Train: https://amzn.to/3yUcq6W
Chris Corvan's Links:
Read "Shadow Shiver Silence": https://amzn.to/3M2FpIT
Website: https://chriscorvan.bio.link/
Media Kit: https://beacons.ai/drippingcreativity/mediakit
House of Void Network: https://thehouseofvoid.com
Creative Coffee Cafe Discord Server: https://bio.link/creativecoffeecafe
Stay creative, stay inspired, and until next time, see ya!
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