Author Jaye Pool joins us to share how writing became her way out of religious control, grief, and silence. From losing her faith to reconnecting with her birth mother, and finally reclaiming her voice through fiction — this is a story of emotional healing, identity, and courage.
🎙 Topics we explore:
Growing up in Detroit & faith tensions
Losing control, finding clarity
Writing as a tool for emotional healing
Publishing her debut books Make Me Free & To Die Is Gain
This episode is a journey through loss, growth, and liberation.
Chapters
00:00 Jaye Pool: The Indie Author Journey
04:33 Growing Up in Detroit: A Personal Narrative
07:44 The Impact of Community and Family Dynamics
10:30 The Role of Writing in Personal Healing
13:29 Inspiration from Music and Culture
16:38 The Transition from Academia to Podcasting
19:38 Finding Voice Through Storytelling
22:28 Podcasting as a Platform for Expression
25:36 The Art of Storytelling in Podcasting
27:25 The Challenge of Solo Podcasting
27:53 Exploring Early Life and Faith
29:52 Navigating Different Religious Influences
32:42 The Impact of Evangelicalism and Purity Culture
35:48 The Journey of Deconstruction Begins
41:00 Confronting Homophobia in Faith
44:46 The Role of Grief in Personal Growth
53:46 Writing as a Tool for Healing
01:00:55 The Decision to Self-Publish
01:06:26 Facing Fears and Vulnerability in Storytelling
01:08:43 The Significance of Place in Narrative
01:11:44 The Boomerang Town: Community and Belonging
01:14:35 The Journey of an Author: From Writing to Publication
01:16:18 The Evolution of Purpose as an Author
01:23:23 Advice for Aspiring Writers and Creators
