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The Sapphic Book ReviewHoliday Podcast Part 2Send us a textThe second holiday podcast features the wonderful Ana K. Wrenn, Pip Landers-Letts, E.J. Noyes, Sara Scott, Chris Zett, Lori Prince and Marisa Calin, Eliza Lentzski, Bailey Carr, A.L. Brooks, Lee Winter, Rachel Lacey, Clare Lydon, Ana Harnett and Roslyn Sinclair and Carrie Byrd. To support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee at sapphiclaura is Bringing you fun chats with the best authors in sapphic fiction.Support the show
2025-12-1844 min
How We GrowEverything growth with Justin WelshIf you missed our live conversation today, you missed some serious gold – but don't worry, the recording is right here!Justin Welsh and I unpacked exactly how we went from 0 to a combined 60,000+ subscribers in record time (him hitting 13K in under a month, me reaching 50K in 6 months).What I loved most about this conversation was the raw honesty. No fluff, no "just post consistently" generic advice – just actionable strategies that are working RIGHT NOW on Substack.Some highlights: • Why Substack isn't just "the future" but the present opportunity for creato...
2025-05-2031 min
How We Grow50K Strong & Growing!: Ana Calin’s Substack Playbook That Breaks the RulesThis is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2025-05-0835 min
How We GrowShe made 5x her investment in 7 days. Here’s how.One week after joining my Money Map Bootcamp, Marni:✅ Doubled interest in her own coaching & ✅ Revamped her offer✅ Got 5 paying members immediately✅ And best of all — she’s just getting started.In this live, she shares exactly what changed, why the 30-day support made the difference, and how the Money Map Bootcamp gave her clarity and momentum.Marni also shares the details of her own bootcamp happening this May (and yes, I’m cheering for her every step of the way).Check it out here:
2025-04-2534 min
How We GrowHow to monetise your newsletter and everything growth with my guests(BTW, we just reached 50,000 beautiful souls on How We Grow and to celebrate, my annual subscription is at 50% off - only until April 24 EOD. If you wanted in, this is your chance now) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2025-04-2229 min
How We GrowThe Money Map Bootcamp and everything growth with Michael SimmonsThis is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2025-04-1454 min
How We GrowThe money map bootcamp and everything growthYour Path to Multiple Income Streams Starts April 15th – Don’t Miss Out!The bootcamp starts April 15th, and special pricing ends Wednesday, April 10th:Regular price: $297 Special offer: $147 (50% off, ends April 10th)Paid members: Just $97 (my thank you for supporting How We Grow) - check your access at the bottom of this email.And if you're on the fence about becoming a paid member...My annual membership is also 40% off until April 10th (just $106 instead of $177). Sign up for an annual membership and you'll get the bootcamp almost for...
2025-04-0815 min
How We GrowSubstack Growth Hacking: How I Created the Holy Grail for Struggling Creators.Only 3% of Substack writers have a clear strategy for growth. Most of us wing it, hoping that good content will magically attract readers. But the truth is, consistency is key. It's not about writing the perfect essay or pouring your heart out. It's about showing up, day after day, with value that resonates. The question is, what's your plan for the next 30 days? Discover how I cracked the code to Substack growth with a revolutionary new tool - Substackulous. Ditch the struggle and unlock your full potential. Get ready...
2025-02-2523 min
How We GrowMost people make offers that get ignored.Most people make offers that get ignored.They drop a link and hope.They slap a price on something and pray.They assume people will just know why it’s worth it.That’s why they don’t sell.Here’s how I make an irresistible offer:I stack the value.I don’t sell a newsletter. I sell results.✅ Growth challenges that get you more subscribers.✅ Live workshops with step-by-step guidance.✅ A community that helps you grow faster.I remove the risk....
2025-02-2413 min
How We GrowI Reverse-Engineered the Top 1% of Bestselling Creators—Here’s the 3-Step System They Use to MonetizeHere’s What No One’s Telling You.Ever wonder why some creators effortlessly turn followers into paying members—while others, despite posting consistently, never break past free subscribers?I did. So, I went deep.After months of testing, tweaking, and analyzing hundreds of successful monetization strategies across newsletters, YouTube, and online courses, I found something shocking:The creators who successfully convert followers into paying subscribers don’t have the best content. They don’t post the most often. They don’t even have the biggest audiences.They ju...
2025-02-0906 min
How We GrowAn irresistible Substack offer starts with…Thank you Florian Martinon, Elle Wolfe, Chris Jenkins, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app.Join me on my next Live Webinar and learn:All growth members get access to this webinar and the entire Growth Challenge this month. Join them so you can grow your Substack exponentially too. (Save 27% off on the annual plan for the next 15 subscribers) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
2025-02-0418 min
How We GrowA bit of Monday motivationJoin me for my next live video in the app This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2025-02-0309 min
How to Write for a Living203: How to grow your online audience (with Ana Calin)Episode 3 is here!Today, I chat to Ana Calin about the best ways to grow an online audience, particularly here on Substack (where she’s absolutely flying!).In this episode, we discuss:- How Ana grew a 40k Substack audience in a matter of months- How her background in marketing helped prepare her for life on Substack- What it means to “just start” your creator journey- Which kinds of Substack Notes are most effective- How to make paid content irresistible- Ho...
2025-01-2838 min
How We GrowMonday motivationJoin me for my next live video in the app This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2025-01-2705 min
Diary of a ADHD Strategist PodcastS4 EP9: The ADHD Growth Queen: How to Thrive as a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur with Ana CalinJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Ana Calin, the "Growth Queen," as she shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful entrepreneur, helping others grow their online presence and create multiple income streams. Ana’s story isn't one of overnight success; it's a testament to the power of embracing her unique path, including her experience with ADHD.For years, Ana thrived in a corporate setting, excelling in roles that demanded organization and structure, yet feeling a constant pull toward something more. She describes this period as a challenge, learning to navigate sy...
2025-01-201h 17
How We Grow💡 How I Turned Notes Into a Subscriber Engine (and How You Can Benefit From It)If you’ve been following me for a while, you know my thoughts on social media and growth.For a long time, Notes felt like just another feature. Post something, get some likes, move on. I didn’t see the potential.But then something changed.Join now my Notes to Subscribers January Growth Challenge by becoming a paid member and get access to weekly growth webinars, tools, notes boost and our community. Save your spot at 20% off with the annual plan forever and practically access it all at $9/month, paid annually.Just...
2025-01-0905 min
How We GrowNobody Commented on My Posts. Until I Learned to Ask the Right Questions.Why Engagement MattersWhen I started writing on Substack, I had this picture in my mind: I’d hit publish, people would rush in, comments would flow like wine, and my inbox would light up with notifications.Reality? Crickets.It took me longer than I care to admit to realize this: you don’t get engagement by accident.Engagement is something you create. It’s the secret sauce that turns passive readers into loyal subscribers and loyal subscribers into superfans who share your work like it’s gospel.Here’s what I’v...
2025-01-0507 min
How We GrowSubstack Secret Santa 🎁: So We Can Grow Together This Holiday Season🎁 This December, let’s grow together—Secret Santa style. 🎁Substack can feel like a solo game sometimes—just you, your keyboard, and the hope someone’s out there reading.But growth isn’t just about audience size or paid subs—it’s about connection. It’s about building relationships with people who get what you’re doing, who cheer for you when you’re not in the room.That’s what this is about: A little connection, a little creativity, and a whole lot of thoughtfulness.Introducing: Substack Secret Santa—Digital Edition.No addresses. N...
2024-12-1404 min
How We Grow🎯 5 Ways This Challenge Will Change How You Pitch ForeverWe’re rolling into Week 2 of the December Growth Challenge: Get Your First Brand Deal! 🚀Over 50 creators have already joined, and the momentum is real. Whether you’re here to land your first deal or level up your brand, this challenge is about so much more than just brand partnerships.This Challenge Will Help You:✅ Learn how to pitch like a pro – A skill that’s useful for brand deals, client work, collaborations, and beyond.✅ Define your differentiator – What makes you stand out and why brands (or anyone) should work with you.✅ Strengthen your personal brand...
2024-12-1104 min
How We GrowHow I Became a Substack Bestseller in 3 MonthsThat’s the headline, but you know what’s missing?The messy, chaotic, not-so-glamorous truth behind it.The truth that “overnight success” is just what people call the years of work they didn’t see.Thanks for reading How We Grow! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.com/subscribe
2024-12-0209 min
How We GrowHow I Became a Substack Bestseller in 3 Months (and What They Don’t Tell You About Growth)On November 15th (my husband’s b’day), I woke up to see How We Grow marked with that shiny Bestseller badge. Three months after going all in on Substack, and I hit a milestone I wasn’t even sure was possible this fast.🎉 26,000 subscribers in 3 months 🎉That’s the headline, but you know what’s missing? The messy, chaotic, not-so-glamorous truth behind it. The truth that “overnight success” is just what people call the years of work they didn’t see.Thanks for reading How We Grow! T...
2024-11-2909 min
How We Grow🟡 3 key mindset shifts I made to build new income opportunitiesIn 2016, I was stuck in a successfully dead-end 9-to-5, with a looming question:“Is this all there is?”Today, I’ve built multiple income streams, diversified my career, and work on projects I’m deeply passionate about—all without abandoning financial stability.At the heart of this transformation lies the concept of a portfolio career.It’s a simple yet powerful idea: instead of relying on one job or one paycheck, you leverage your unique skills and interests to create a variety of income streams.Before we go on, if you find...
2024-11-2308 min
How We Grow5 Questions on growth & monetisationThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit howwegrowtoday.substack.comHow do I get people to subscribe?How do I start with monetisation?How to balance a 9-5 job with family and side projects?& more…Thought we’d do something a bit different today. I reached out to the community recently and asked you all for your questions, anything you’re curious about, whether it’s about building your portfolio career, growing your Subst…
2024-11-0502 min
How We Grow9 Lies You’ve Been Told About Building a Portfolio CareerLet’s get one thing straight: You’ve been sold a lie about building a career. Actually, you’ve been sold nine.The world is full of half-truths, especially when it comes to success and wealth.For years, we’ve been sold the idea that the only way to become a millionaire is aiming for the stars—launch a startup, create the next big app, or revolutionise an industry.But what if I told you that the future millionaires aren't working on the next Facebook? They’re not in Silicon Valley. They're a lot closer t...
2024-11-0314 min
How We Grow🛑 How I Stopped Chasing 100K Followers and Landed 27 Brand Deals insteadLet’s get real for a second: I also used to believe the biggest lie on social media—that more followers equals more success. We’ve all been there, scrolling through Instagram, seeing those influencer accounts with hundreds of thousands of followers and thinking:“That’s what I need to land brand deals.”But here’s the truth: it’s total b**s**.I’ve landed more than 27 solid brand deals without ever hitting 100K. In less than 3 months!And guess what? You don’t need 100K ei...
2024-10-2710 min
How We Grow9 Quick & Simple Headlines That Will Make You Write BetterNo fluff, no jargon — just pure, actionable insights.It’s a harsh truth, but a headline is your first and only chance to make a good impression. It’s what people see in search results, in their social feeds, and in those overstuffed email inboxes. So if you’re stuck with bland, boring titles, your masterpiece is going to end up like a fine wine at a frat party — completely overlooked.But don’t worry; I’ve got you covered. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on our top 9 article headlines that brought in millions of visi...
2024-10-2413 min
How We Grow🔴 How I Accidentally Crowdfunded My Way to SuccessBack in the year 2018, I launched my first crowdfunding campaign online. Believe it or not, it all started because of an “ugly cat” portrait I made.I was a “struggling artist”, barely making ends meet. I just quit my corporate career and started to do art for the first time, without any art network or even art making practice. So, it was challenging to say the least. How We Grow is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Until one day, whe...
2024-10-1503 min
How We Grow🍅 Ketchup got Heinz in trouble. Again.Did we solve world hunger and world peace already?Because we’re now nitpicking ketchup ads.Yes, ketchup ads.I remember when ads were just ads.We laughed at silly jingles, smiled at clever lines.Now, we're digging into every frame like it’s a crime scene.Take the Heinz wedding ad.People were furious because the dad wasn’t in it.Suddenly, it’s a symbol of erasing Black fathers.Then Heinz drops another ad.A man with ketchup on his lips.And boom, we’re talking about minstrel shows from the 1800s.Are we serious?In our quest for...
2024-10-1105 min
How We Grow🍅 Ketchup got Heinz in trouble. Again.How did we get to the point where ketchup ads are now the battlegrounds of racial representation debates? Well, grab your fries 🍟, because this Heinz controversy serves up a whole lot more than condiments.Let me start by saying that advertising isn’t easy—especially these days. I get it. Brands are in constant pursuit of that elusive viral hit, trying to stay relevant, "woke," and sell you something all at the same time. And people… well, people are in the constant pursuit of telling brands how they do them wrong… or are they? Dramatic face incomin...
2024-10-1005 min
How We GrowI quit my corporate job to become a professional juggler (Part 1)"I Quit My Executive Role After 15 Years... to Become an Artist."Sounds crazy, right? It’s the classic midlife crisis move: abandon the corporate ladder for something *wild* and unpredictable. But here's the twist—it worked, and it transformed my life in ways I never saw coming.For over 15 years, I was living the executive dream. Jet-setting across continents, managing high-stakes projects, and enjoying the perks of financial security. But deep down? I was *bored out of my mind*. Corporate life looked glossy on the outside, but inside, I was craving something more. I was done...
2024-09-2806 min
Art Is Not a ThingThere's Hope at the Edges of PowerSend us a textIn today's episode, we talk to Meredith Whittaker of Signal and artist Calin Segal about what surveillance and the concentration of power in the hands of a few tech companies mean for society. We discuss the context that made it possible for these companies to capture data without regard for privacy and use it to produce new social, cultural, and political dynamics. At the edges of what looks like an inescapable panopticon society, we find hope in the role of art, research, critical thinking, and organisations that prove “none of this is na...
2024-07-3136 min
GRTiQ PodcastAna-Maria Calin - Senior Software Engineer at GraphOpsLeave feedback!Today I am speaking with Ana-Maria Calin, Senior Software Engineer at GraphOps, one of the Core Dev teams working at The Graph. Ana has become a familiar and respected voice within the community due to her consistent contributions to Indexer Office Hours, a weekly Discord meeting where members of the Indexer community gather to exchange knowledge and insights. Through her work at GraphOps, Ana has made many positive contributions to enhancing the Indexer experience at The Graph and plays an important role in onboarding future generations of Indexers.During this interview, Ana shares...
2023-07-0755 min
The Women in Tech Show: A Technical PodcastData Protection (Ana-Maria Calin)Data protection is a fundamental component in software systems across different domains. Ana-Maria Calin, Systems Engineer at Paybase explained what data protection is and the role of a Data Protection Officer. We talked about compliance and the General Data Protection Regulation, also known as GDPR. Ana also talked about Financial Technology and the challenges in this area.
2019-12-0300 min
CINE FORUM BERLINCINE FORUM BERLIN - Programa nº 8Nuevo Podcast sobre cine al mando de Carlos Ibarra Grau, María el Río y Chesko González. Este triunvirato habla de sexo en el cine desde el comienzo hasta la actualidad, reseñando alguna de las películas más impactantes con conenido erótico y sexual:
Notorious (1946) Alfred Hitchcock. Estados Unidos
Love (2015) Gaspar Noé. Francia
Belle de jour (1967)Luis Buñuel. Francia
Lucia y el sexo (2001) Julio Medem. España
Jamón jamón (1992) Bigas Luna. España
Ana mon amour (2017) Calin Peter Netzer. Rumania
La cama (2018) Mónica Lairana. Argentina
mektoub my love (2019) Abdellatif Kechiche. Francia
touch me not...
2019-07-1350 min
CinemaNETCN #925 La Noche, No soy una Bruja, Ana mi Amor, Eraserhead, Hotel Transylvania 3: Monstruos de Vacaciones, Pesadilla en el Infierno, Rascacielos: Rescate en las Alturas, Una Familia Peculiar, El Buquinista y Las Estrellas del Cine nunca MuerenLa Noche (Ye, 2014), No soy una Bruja (I am not a Witch, 2017), Hotel Transylvania 3: Monstruos de Vacaciones (Hotel Transylvania 3: Monster Vacation, 2018), Pesadilla en el Infierno (Ghostland, 2018), Rascacielos: Rescate en las Alturas (Skyscraper, 2018), Una Familia Peculiar (Cigarettes et chocolat chaud, 2016), El Buquinista (Le Bouquiniste, 2017) y Las Estrellas del Cine nunca Mueren (Film Stars don't die in Liverpool, 2017) son las películas comentadas en este episodio por Enrique Figueroa Anaya (@enriquefa86), Carlos Del Río (@charliedelrio) y Roberto Ortiz.
Del 38 Foro Internacional de la Cineteca Nacional, Roberto Ortiz reseña Ana mi Amor (Ana, Mon Amour, 2017) de Cãlin Peter Netzer y Cabe...
2018-07-1344 min