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Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourNAN: Suzanne Morgan WilliamsIn this week's engaging podcast episode for the Nevada Author Network, JT Hume, Cassidy Carson, and Suzanne Morgan Williams delve into Suzanne's writing journey, including her notable works "Bull Rider" and "Sierra Blue." From the time Suzanne wrote her first book, "Made in China, Ideas and Inventions from Ancient China," to the present, her work has taken her into classrooms to connect with students, to universities and museums to work with experts, and to communities to share experiences. Suzanne shares her experiences as a writer and teacher, the inspiration behind her books, and her upcoming...2025-06-2529 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourRich MorenoIt Is not an understatement to label Rich Moreno as a “Nevada history legend.” The former publisher of Nevada Magazine based in Carson City, he is the author of fourteen books, including Frontier Fake News: Nevada’s Sagebrush Hoaxsters and Humorists for the University of Nevada Press and The Roadside History of Nevada for Mountain Press. His other works include A Short History of Reno, Nevada Curiosities, Roadside History of Nevada, and the Nevada Backyard Traveler series. For more than three decades, he has written a weeklyhistory/ travel column that appears in the Lahontan Valley News and the Ne...2025-06-2247 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourHwy 50For episode 228 of our award-winning podcast for writers, we’re on America's Loneliest Road.You can have the usual (and expensive) fun in a Disney park or on a beach somewhere, or you can find adventure on Highway 50 that intersects Nevada from west to east. We traveled this long and winding road this week because that is what Nevada nerds do when we go on vacation. We stopped at the Free Little Libraries in Carson City, Dayton, Fallon, Eureka, and Ely to drop off a copy of Hope Knocks Twice...2025-06-1541 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour43For episode 227 of our award-winning podcast, we are celebrating our forty-third anniversary.On this date in 1982, we found ourselves kneeling at the altar in old St. Teresa’s of Avila Catholic Church on West King Street in Carson City, Nevada. In the days since, we had a bunch of kids, saw the Information Age revolution, watched our country transform, and grew together as a couple. Sometime in there, we started our little publishing company Two Moore Books, LLC, and we published fifteen books.It’s been a ride....2025-06-0523 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourReviews, PleaseKnow a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you!Two Moore Books, LLC does not receive financial compensation for promoting the below businesses and websites. We are speaking to our specific experiences. Your mileage may vary.In Episode 214 of our lovely award-winning podcast, we had another great week with a lot of different moving parts:You can now find our books on the shelves at Th...2025-03-0942 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourYoung AdultKnow a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you!
Welcome to Episode 208 of our lovely award-winning podcast. Being a Monday, we were a day late and several brain cells short, but hey, we survived a sleepover with our young grandchild and we think we made an interesting episode.
Business first: Finding Salvation Part One is still on pre-sale for 99 cents and will be released this Friday, January 31 (yay). On Sunday, Fe...2025-01-2737 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourHeadwindsKnow a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you!
Our last podcast audio track got corrupted, so this is the real Episode 206 of our lovely award-winning podcast.
I made the mistake of reading a popular piece of fiction that sold millions of copies and was made into a movie, earning hundreds of millions.
The mistake was thinking, “Why am I writing what I’m writing and not...2025-01-1232 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourSmall WinsKnow a writer or someone who wants to be a writer? Then forward this post to them and invite them to listen to our writers podcast. Thank you!
Episode 187 of our writers podcast for writers is about small wins.
Independent, self-published writers understand the feeling of being in a dark room and looking for that light switch labeled “success.” We’re right there with you. Today, we’re reminding ourselves that we did have small victories this week.
We talk about the process of getting...2024-09-0128 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriters' WorkshopFor Carson City's Mark Twain Days, we went to a writers' workshop on Nevada and came away with interesting perspectives and ideas. CC might even have a new story to tell.
Our thanks to the Nevada Arts Council for sponsoring the workshop.
We discuss our own works in progress and our upcoming trip to Europe.
Here's a plug for CC's past colleague Rich Moreno who wrote a timely piece on "Frontier Fake News," available through the University of Nevada Press. Good guy and good writer.
Have a listen and check us out at...2023-04-2324 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourSnow and TaxesWe clearly had things on our minds in this week's writers podcast:
-Snow.
-So much snow.
-The Northern Nevada Floods of 1997.
-Heated sidewalks at the Nevada Legislature.
-Our respective works in progress.
-Staying focused on the story at hand and not getting sidetracked.
-So much respect for veterinarians and their teams.
We wrap it up with a dive into the taxes that writers must consider every year. We're not experts and do not mean to imply we have the answers, but we do share some thoughts on the subject...2023-03-0530 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriting About PoliticsWriting about politics can be rewarding and challenging, but it's easy to get lost in the weeds. CC and I give you ideas about how to focus on the story at hand without going too far off track.
We talk about our current works in progress, Nanowrimo, graphic design, and the upcoming holidays. Pretty good podcast this week, if I do say so myself.
Have a listen and check us out at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!
Also:
Here's the link if you want to join CC on Nano: https://nanowrimo.o...2022-11-0637 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourImposter SyndromeWe always say we have a jampacked podcast and we're usually right. Today's fun started at Oh-dark-thirty when JT photographed a hot air ballon over Carson City, only to learn later that a friend and colleague was aboard. We ended up taking pictures over each other without knowing we were taking pictures of each other. We dedicated this podcast to that brave, brave soul.
We take a dive into "Imposter Syndrome," loosely defined as someone who doubts their skills, talents, or accomplishments fearing being exposed as a fraud. We talk at length about how this affects independent...2022-09-0438 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourGhosts and BooksIn a very special Saturday episode of the Amateur Hour, CC and I chat about the real-life ghosts in our lives, the people we see in random places who look like loved ones and friends who've passed away. For that millisecond before we remember they're gone, we can be hit with a ton of strong feelings, including the echoes of the love and affection for someone we don't get to see anymore. A difficult and very personal subject for a podcast, but as writers, we talk about how we can use these important moments and emotions in our books.2022-06-2530 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriters RetreatCC and I chat about our personal writer's retreat this week and about writers retreats in general. CC talks about her good and bad experiences at big-time retreats.
We also give updates on our three books in the pipeline.
You can learn all about us at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!2022-06-1935 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourPartnersWe take a dive into the shallow end of the pool to discuss famous and no-so-famous literary couples. Writing is a tough chore to begin with, so lots of respect for these (and any) couples who write together.
We used this article as a foundation: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/13--literary-couples_n_5104412
You can hear our podcasts and read our blogposts at www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!2022-06-1233 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour40th AnniversaryPlease join us as we celebrate our 40th anniversary with memories, laughs, and a few tears. CC and I chat about the good old days and what's kept us together so far. There's a little bit of writing stuff, too.
Check out our web site at www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!2022-06-0530 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourMultiverseWe attack the multiverse in this week's podcast to answer the question: "Are we truly writing fiction?"
Covered w Spoilers:
The MCU
Batman
Star Trek
Pleasantville
Back to the Future
Quantum Leap
Sliding Doors
Stranger Than Fiction
Carol Burnett
Have a listen and send feedback through our website at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!2022-05-2927 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourPurple PorkchopsCouples Therapy this week with incorporating our experiences and minefields into our writing, plus the most and least important parts of a relationship and how to use them to create tension.
Many more podcasts and blog posts on our website at www.carsonhume.com
Let us know what you think via our Contacts page or leave a comment. TIA! LYL!2022-05-2236 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourEpiphanyThis week's writers' podcast is a deep dive into "Romance is a Bonus Book," and how this excellent series got us thinking about the choices we've made. We chat about the power you have over your life and the key question: "Who am I?".
We may have shotgunned a gallon of coffee before recording. Not kidding.
Big-time spoilers.
Lots of good stuff on our website at www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!
2022-05-1542 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourMother's Day TherapyCC and I do online therapy in talking about our mothers and our upbringing, and we discuss how writers can use their parental relationships in their writing.
Possible triggers in this one.
Check out our website for more podcasts and blog posts: www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!2022-05-0833 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourEditingThis week is our fav subject: editing. (#sarcasm)
We discuss the strengths and weakness of self-editing vs. hiring professionals, using beta readers, and being responsible for your book.
Big shout-out to my professional editors at Red Adept Editing!
This and many more writers podcasts at www.carsonhume.com
Have a listen and let us know what you think. TIA! LYL!2022-05-0128 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourGrammarThis week's writers podcast is a deep dive into the brick wall called "grammar." Ugh, we get it: everyone hates the rules. We talk about why writers should learn and follow the rules, anyway.
The deep dive:
The history of English grammar.
Moby Dick versus The Old Man of the Sea.
What did I do 450 times?
Ideas on improving your writing grammar.
Turn on the closed captioning!
Grammarly may not be your friend.
Have a listen and let us know what you think.
Over on my Patreon...2022-04-2427 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourImplied Bias and Stupid RomanceThis week focuses on two important writers subjects:
-The challenges and benefits of implicit bias in fiction.
-CC's and my favorite formula in fiction: stupid romance.
We pull in Love Actually, Star Wars, the weather, and coming of age stories.
You can find links to our other podcasts at www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!2022-04-1729 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourHell WeekWe return from our podcast hiatus to talk about our emotional roller-coaster Hell Week, and the associated life changes happening in and around The Worldwide Headquarters:
Our daughter's surgery.
Saying goodbye to Mia.
Verbal Tics.
Retirement.
My next book (good news!).
Book sale success.
Patreon.
Spring in Nevada.
"Our Flag Means Death".
The Beatles and "Get Back".
Recurring themes in Korean dramas and rom-coms.
Common traits in the human experience.
Putting together my second and third draft manuscripts.
Stay-at-home parenting and day care.
...2022-04-1030 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourFanFicWe take on passion and energy of Fan Fiction this week:
-The history of fan fiction with a nod to the Bard, Dickens, and the modern age.
-The challenges and minefields about writing in the Internet Age.
-And the strengths and weaknesses of being a FanFic writer.
We recognize this is a sensitive subject for many people, and we look forward to your feedback at www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!2022-03-2734 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourSeasonsHappy Spring! CC and I discuss how Seasons can form themes in your books:
Spring = Rebirth
Summer = Lust & Love
Fall = The Best Season?
Winter = Family and Coming of Age
(Bonus: Hear me forget our anniversary!)
You can find links to our other podcasts at www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!
2022-03-2033 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourIrish ThemesLast week, we sent you a verbal postcard of Ireland. This week, we watched six productions from The Auld County of Ireland, and we discuss the use of common themes through these films:
Darby O'Gill and the Little People
The Quiet Man
Derry Girls
Brooklyn
Dancing at Lughnasa
The Boxer
Have a listen and feel free to push back on our thoughts and assumptions at our website: www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!2022-03-1341 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourPostcard from IrelandWriters draw pictures with words, but what if your protagonist is Irish and you've never been to Ireland?
You're in luck! Here's a verbal postcard from Dublin, Cork, & Killarney with castles, pubs, museums, and much more. And we snuck in Scotland, too!
Have a listen and let us know what you think: www.carsonhume.com
TIA! LYL!2022-03-0658 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWhy Don't People Write?No two ways to slice this bread: writing is hard for many reasons. People may have trouble put words to paper (or screen) because they feel they have a weak grasp on language skills, or they're nervous about revealing themselves. After all, writing in a private endeavor in the public spotlight. Criticism could be a good reason not to write, even though criticism can be both positive or negative. Some people have trouble simply finding the time to write, and other may worry about originality.
CC and I discuss these reasons and more in this week's podcast...2022-02-2732 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourMoneyThis week's writers' podcast is about spending money to be a writer (or as I call it, "death by thousand cuts"). All professions require out-of-pocket expenses because the cliché is we have to spend money to earn money. But as independent writers, we may not ever see a full return on our investment. We talk about those challenges.
You can learn more about us at our website at www.carsonhume.com
If you're interested in learning how a book is created, then check out https://www.patreon.com/jthume
Thank you and take c...2022-02-2027 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourProduction ValuesA bonus podcast where we talk about upgrading our podcast equipment, our works in progress, and going out on Patreon. This one is short and sweet.
Our main website: www.carsonhume.com
Patreon: www.patreon.com/jthume
Thanks for listening!2022-02-1814 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourMish-MishToday was a "stream of unconsciousness" podcast from CC and me. Most of it is "Romance is What You Make of It," and "The Elements of Romance in Writing."
Also:
-Podcasting Equipment
-Galentine's & Valentine's Day
-Hallmark Holidays & Greeting Cards
-SB LVI
-Masks
Spoilers: Romancing the Stone and Pride and Prejudice
CC's Instagram is @authorcassidycarson
You can hear this and other podcasts at our wonderous website at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!
2022-02-1348 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourTrigger WordsWe talk about the challenges and dangers of using “power words” and “trigger words” in this week’s writer’s podcast.
Our definitions: “Power Words” can be used to develop an emotional connection between the reader and writer, where “Trigger Words” exist to illicit an emotional response, often a knee-jerk negative emotional response. Candidly, we struggle to draw the line between the two.
We talk about both in general communication, and we use the vaccination argument as an example. For writing, we use the romantic genre in how power words can shape a writer’s manuscript.
Tri...2022-02-0651 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourBanning BooksThe one where we chat about banning books in school districts: the reasons, the possible motivations, and the downstream dangers. We start with Art Spiegelman's Maus and other classics in American literature including To Kill A Mockingbird, Lolita, and 1984. We have passionate opinions and that energy comes through.
Links to this and our other podcasts can be found on our website at https://carsonhume.com
Let us know what you think. TIA! LYL!2022-01-3057 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourPlay Ball!The one where we discuss baseball writing, and how the enclosed universe of the game lends itself to writing. We start with the golden age of baseball and end in the modern era. We use these writers and their works:
Jim Bouton
W. P. Kinsella
Ron Luciano
Ernest Thayer
Spoilers: Field of Dreams
You can learn more about us at www.carsonhume.com
Have a listen and let us know what you think. LYL! TIA!2022-01-2352 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourElmore Leonard's RulesThe one where CC and I chat about Elmore Leonard's "10 Rules for Good Writing:"
1. Never open a book with weather.
2. Avoid prologues.
3. Never use a verb other than "said" to carry dialogue.
4. Never use an adverb to modify the verb "said"…he admonished gravely.
5. Keep your exclamation points under control. You are allowed no more than two or three per 100,000 words of prose.
6. Never use the words "suddenly" or "all hell broke loose."
7. Use regional dialect, patois, sparingly.
8. Avoid detailed descriptions of characters.
9. Don't go into great detail describing pl...2022-01-1646 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourCreativity and Writer's BlockThe one where we talk about the ebbs and flow of creative energy with ideas on working through writer's block.
Also:
-Coffee
-Diabetes
-CGM
-Cyclothymia
-Wheel of Time dresses
-Texas Turtle!
Links to this and other podcasts can be found at https://carsonhume.com/ LYL TIA!2022-01-0937 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriters and RoutinesThe one where we talk about the positives and negatives of having routines and habits. We focus on writers and writing, and we start small by explaining our Sunday patterns, and we go big with the national economy and labor workforce.
No spoilers.
Check us out on https://carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!2022-01-0225 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourNew Year's Eve 2021The one where we wrap up our year in Podcasting by discussing our most listened to podcasts, plus:
-Betty White, of course
-Pandemic & Diabetes (fun stuff!)
-WIPs and writing
-Tool Time!
-40 years ago today
-A great burrito
Podcasts discussed:
Our first podcast
Writers and Reality
The Flawed Protagonist
In Media Res
Have a listen and let us know what you think through www.carsonhume.com LYL! TIA!
2022-01-0155 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThe Christmas EpisodeThe one where we discuss the most important parts of Christmas while adding three movies to our holiday list.
We absolutely eviscerate "Love Actually." (spoilers, duh)
Please check us out at carsonhume.com
Merry Christmas, everyone!2021-12-2551 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThe Christmas Movie EpisodeThe one where we talk about our Top Ten Christmas movies and shows and:
(Spoilers Galore!)
December Holidays
Science Fiction
Star Trek
Friends
My WIP & Amazon Vella
Free Books!
Is our Top Ten is full of crap? Have a listen and let us know! TIA! LYL!
http://www.carsonhume.com2021-12-1954 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourUnderneath Big and Harry Potter#writers #podcast
The one where we critique the intentional & unintentional undertones of these entertainment classics.
(SPOILERS!)
Big (@TomHanks)
Harry Potter (@jk_rowling)
Hunger Games (@HungerGames)
Let us know what you think! TIA! LYL! http://www.carsonhume.com
2021-12-1142 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourLaundry ListThe one where we unloaded a laundry list!
-Our Podcast with a Professional Editor
-Thanksgiving
-The Crocker Museum and the Museum of Science and Curiosity
-Monet and Rodin
-Eppie's, Carol's, and Taqueria Ay Jalisco
-Cochlear Implant
-Invading Personal Space
-Booster shots
-WIP, Fan Fiction, and Serialized Writing
-Sir Patrick Stewart
-Upcoming December Holidays
And Charley!
Check out our podcasts at http://www.carsonhume.com
Hope y'all had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!2021-12-0551 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourA Real Editor#writers #podcast
The one where we welcome a retired production editor for one of *the* big-time publishing houses. She talks about her editorial experiences and gives advice to all writers. Really good stuff!
No spoilers.
Check us out on http://www.carsonhume.com and let us know what you think! TIA! LYL! 2021-11-2844 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThanksgiving Day MemoriesThe one where CC and I talk about our favorite and sad Thanksgiving Day childhood memories. Possibly a downer for most folks, but there's could be fodder here for some writers.
No spoilers.
You can find more podcasts on our website at https://www.carsonhume.com
Enjoy!2021-11-2629 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourStephen King Films and Creative ControlWe chat about @stephenking movies and the complex problem of creative control. Also said:
-Dan Brown, JK Rowling, and Alan Moore
-Kubrick & Nicholson
-Stand by Me, Shawshank, Carrie
-What is a movie?
-Orson Wells
-Furbabies
-Thanksgiving
Major spoilers for Kubrick's "The Shining."
Check us out at http://www.carsonhume.com and let us know what you think. TIA! LYL!2021-11-2153 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourStephen King BooksThe one where we talk about Stephen King's books at length. We discuss our favorites and how Mr. King influences us as writers.
Major King book spoilers.
Feedback appreciated at www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!2021-11-1452 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourNonsenseWe should have skipped the podcast this week. Why? We were all over the place:
-Nanowrimo
-The Shining
-Surgery
-Time Change
-Veterans Day
-"Read" & "Write"
-Indiana Jones
Yeah, it was that kind of podcast. If you're brave, have a listen and let us know what you think at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!2021-11-0629 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourHappy Nevada Day!On the real NV Day, we blabbed about:
- Our 6:30 #writers project
- Lots about @Nanowrimo
- Halloween & #NevadaDay in #carsoncity #nevada
- My #cochlearimplant Surgery
All this and more! Feedback always welcome on our website at http://www.carsonhume.com
Enjoy!2021-10-3147 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourKindnessThe one where we talk how random acts of kindness can change lives, and kindness can make your characters richer and three-dimensional. We pull out a couple of examples from our own lives.
No spoilers.
Have a listen and let us know what you think http://carsonhume.com. Take care of you. LYL!
2021-10-2329 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourContext & PerspectiveWe chatted about maintaining perspective & providing context in our #writing and real life. We also talked about the value of taking risks in writing. And we did some serious couples counseling.
Spoilers: Muppets Haunted Mansion.
As always, we'd love to hear from you! www.carsonhume.com
TY! LYL!2021-10-1741 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourDisappointmentThe one where we discuss Success's more common sibling: Disappointment. We offer our experiences and some ideas that may help #writers manage their response to rejection.
No spoilers.
Please let us know what you think at our website: www.carsonhume.com
Thank you! LYL!2021-10-1028 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourComfort Zones and SingingThe one where we sing and laugh and drink coffee, and we do an actual podcast! We chat about our comfort zones before before, during, and after the pandemic. We also talk about our current works in progress.
We hope we put a smile on your face.
Leave feedback at http://www.carsonhume.com and thank you! LYL!
("Happy Birthday" is in the public domain.)
2021-10-0327 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourLittle WomenThe one where CC explains how Little Women by Louisa May Alcott helped shape her as a person and writer. JT gives his impression of the book through viewing the 1994 version of the book.
We thoroughly spoil the novel from cover to cover, but considering it was released in 1868, we're okay with that.
We hope you enjoy our thirtieth episode. Let us know what you think at carsonhume.com. Thank you!2021-09-2629 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourA Writer's JourneyThe one where we talk "A Hero's journey" as outlined by Joseph Campbell, but has been used in literature for hundreds of years.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hero%27s_journey
A lot of serious spoilers in this podcast: Star Wars, Treasure Island, Lord of the Rings, The Matrix, Spaceballs, King Arthur, Hunger Games, The 300, Harry Potter, Flash Gordon. And the one I couldn't remember: Divergent.
As always, we'd love to hear from you. TIA! LYL!
http://www.carsonhume.com2021-09-1928 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourA Writer's TraumaThe one where we remember.
We all carry trauma in some way, whether it's 9-11, the sudden death of a loved one, or growing up in a difficult home. We talk what writers should consider when using traumatic event in their books, or even if writers should use those event.
Triggers:
9-11
Pearl Harbor
Death
Love
COVID
Trauma
Please be thoughtful before listening. Thank you and LYL.
http://carsonhume.com2021-09-1128 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour14,339 Days of MarriageThe one where we go way off script and talk about the successes and challenges of our 39-year marriage.
Triggers:
Toothpaste Caps
Domestic Abuse
Death
Money
Children
We'd love to hear your feedback at http://carsonhume.com
TY! LYL!2021-09-0629 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriter's MagicThe one where we talk about using my "Four S's" tools to fill and enhance a book: Sounds, Sights, Smell, Sex.
Writers will hears the pros and cons of each.
Mentioned: The Grapes of Wrath, The Old Man and The Sea, Cannery Row, Emperor's New Groove, Dune, Moonlighting
All this and more on http://carsonhume.com
Let us know what you think! Thank you! LYL!
2021-09-0529 min
Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourMind the GapWe recorded this episode on the shores of the Pacific Ocean in beautiful Fort Bragg, California. So what did we talk about? Perhaps the most iconic, romantic form of transportation: the train!
Send feedback to carsonhume.com and take care of yourself! LYL!2021-08-2929 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourA Writer's EarThe one where we talk about JT's cochlear implant and how deafness affected his writing. We discuss how CC was JT's beard during his deaf years, and we talk about the deaf culture. We update our respective WIP's (spoiler: they're crap) and give the weekly smoke report.
Send feedback to us via http://carsonhume.com TIA and LYL!2021-08-2229 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourA Writer's VoiceThe one where we discuss writer engagement in social media debates. Does the writer have the responsibility and duty to engage. CC and I are at opposite ends of this discussion, and we explain why we do and do not get involved in social media conversations. Related: what are the risks and benefits?
Shorter: any podcast that mentions Shrek is a good podcast.
Let us know what you think at carsonhume.com. Thank you and love you all!2021-08-1528 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourTotally UnpreparedThe one where we were totally unprepared to do a podcast and it showed. Discussed:
Our current #WIP after two weeks of writing thirty minutes every day.
Memorable concerts:
@duranduran
@shaunpcassidy
@hudsonbros
@JanetJackson and her family
@onedirection
And we talked about the challenges of balancing how we enjoy an artist's work versus their politics. We'll talk about that more next week.
One correction: I said "Alan Dean Moore" when...2021-08-0828 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriter's TearsThe one where two diehard fans discuss their love for the Chicago Cubs. We also talk about our current works in progress, and we take the famous quiz from "Inside the Actors Studio."
No spoilers. Listen up, and send your feedback via http://carsonhume.com. Thank you! Love you all!
2021-08-0129 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourProust Speed RoundEpisode 20 already!
The one where we take the Proust Questionnaire found on the Vanity Fair website. If you're nosy and want to learn more about us, this podcast is for you!
https://www.vanityfair.com/magazine/2000/01/proust-questionnaire
As always, we crave your feedback at http://www.carsonhume.com2021-07-2529 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourSpeaking SteinbeckThe one where we record near the shores of Monterey Bay, invoking John Steinbeck and the history of Cannery Row. We spend some time discussing how writers can use words to illustrate scenes and characters to their full richness.
No real spoilers. Send us feedback at http://www.carsonhume.com
Thank you!2021-07-2428 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWriter's MythsThe one where we talk about the legends and misconceptions of being a writer, especially an independent writer. CC and I picked three specific myths that we felt affected us as writers.
No real spoilers, though we chat about one of my favorite TV shows: "Kolchak: The Night Stalker."
As always, send feedback through our website at carsonhume.com. Take care!2021-07-1827 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourIn Media ResThe one where we talk about jumping in media res ("in the middle") of the action in your favorite books and movies. Prime examples discussed include Georgette Heyer's Friday's Child, Dumas' The Three Musketeers, and basically every James Bond movie. No real spoilers in this one. Feedback welcome at carsonhume.com.
Enjoy!2021-07-1128 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWe're Only HumanThe one where we talk about the three real-life philosophies we apply to our writing.
CC: Love Conquers All, Nobody's Perfect, We're Only Human.
JT: Perception Forms Reality, Be Honest, Be Kind.
No spoilers this week. http://www.carsonhume.com2021-07-0429 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourPodcast: Jacobellis v. OhioThe one where we discussed hardcore sex in writing and popular media. Like so many people, we struggled between "porn for porn's sake" and "porn for art's sake." Jacobellis v. Ohio comes up. And, hey, FREE BOOK!
Midnight Cowboy, Clockwork Orange, Pretty Woman, Basic Instinct, Fatal Attraction, Doom Patrol, American Gigolo, Jacobellis v. Ohio.2021-06-2729 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourFrom Rhett to AhnoldThe one where we venture into the middle ground of sexual relations in writing (PG, PG-13, R), and how writers can express tension and climax.
Spoilers: True Lies, Aliens, Gone with the Wind, Moonlighting, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, 10 Things I think About You2021-06-2029 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThe Elephant in the RoomThe one where we delve into sex in the G-rated literature and media environment. We discuss the history of sex in books, the use innuendoes, cultural shifts, growing up on Harlequin romances, and gender roles.
Triggers: Sex, Domestic Violence
No spoilers2021-06-1329 min
The Note Closers Show PodcastEP 664 - Marketing Field Of Dreams: If You Market, They Will Come With Sky CassidyMarketing may seem so simple to think about, but that is not the case in the real world where people are bombarded with so many products anywhere. In this episode, Scott Carson interviews the CEO of MountainTop Data and host of The “If You Market” Podcast, Sky Cassidy. Together, they discuss marketing trends, the need to be creative, and why you have to continue marketing to attract clients. Sky shares how it doesn’t matter how cool or life-changing your product is; if you can’t market it, no one’s buying it. That’s why Sky despises Kevin Costner’s phi...2021-06-1051 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourAll You Need Is LoveThe one where we talk about the most dangerous thing: True Love. We discuss the many challenges and rewards of bringing personal romantic experiences to our novels and other works. We quote Thomas Mann and we sing for a few seconds (sorry about that).
Triggers: Relationship Violence, Death, Divorce, Love
Spoiler: Lucifer (Netflix), Empire Strikes Back, Ghost
2021-06-0629 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThy Dying of the LightThe one where we get personal about Death, along with the challenges of presenting this great equalizer in fiction. This episode is our most intimate podcast to date.
Triggers: Death.
Spoilers: Harry Potter, Twilight, Supernatural, Avengers, Sherlock Holmes, Dracula.2021-05-3029 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThe Seinfeld EpisodeThe one where we don't talk about much at all, other than old casinos, being kind, and developing characters through watching people. No spoilers in this one, folks.2021-05-2424 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourInspirationThe one where CC and I talk about our personal writing inspirations as we grew up and matured into professional writers. We go from childhood to the Air Force to our college professors. Lots of stories and lots of fun for the two of us. Our tenth episode already! 2021-05-1628 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourErin go Bragh!The one where we talk about Ireland's literary and historical heritage. CC goes in depth on how Frank McCourt's life and his most famous book, "Angela's Ashes," parallels her own mother's upbringing, and how they influence CC's life and writing.2021-05-0929 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourFantastic Formula FictionThe one where we talk about gaining possible writing success by traveling the tried and true path of formula fiction. Special shout-out to Ronald B. Tobias, writer of "20 Master Plots," for guiding our discussion.
*this week's spoilers* When Harry Met Sally. Star Wars, and Harry Potter2021-05-0127 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourFantastic Formula FictionThe one where we talk about gaining possible writing success by traveling the tried and true path of formula fiction. Special shout-out to Ronald B. Tobias, writer of "20 Master Plots," for guiding our discussion.
*this week's spoilers* When Harry Met Sally. Star Wars, and Harry Potter2021-05-0128 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourTahoeThe one where CC and I visit beautiful Lake Tahoe, and talk about our separate and mutual connections to one of the most beautiful places on Earth. We even talk about Mark Twain and Mario Puzo.2021-04-2722 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourDarth, Batman, Superman and...Tucci?The world literally moved while we were discussing my favorite book and its flawed protagonist, Tucci. A 4.0 earthquake couldn't stop this podcast!2021-04-2524 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourSunshine of the MatrixThe one where CC and I discuss Reality and writing about Reality through "The Matrix" and "The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind." 2021-04-1828 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourFor The BirdsWe chat about the local wildlife, fur-babies, bedtimes, and we salute two icons from the 1970s Soft Rock Era.2021-04-1619 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourTower of Doom!The one where we chat about...
- Writing spaces.
- Public service.
- NV Outdoors.
- 50% Vaccinated.
And we shout out to coffee, Carson City Parks and Rec, and the University of Nevada Cross Country Track Team!2021-04-0428 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourThe Road To LovelockCC and JT chat about our new website and the lessons learned, photography and artistic expression, our trip to Lovelock, and our thoughts and impressions about Nevada overall. 2021-03-2927 minTwo Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur HourWelcome to the CC and JT Amateur HourThe one where we introduce ourselves, talk about inspirations, and blather about plans.2021-03-2121 min
Carson's ConversationsCarson's Conversations Episode #40 Cassidy JIn this episode of Carsons Conversations. I zoom with an old friend of mine Cassidy J. Cassidy is a TikTok star with over 1.5 million followers. She has grow her following creating dance, Fashion and hair care content. We talk about her good and bad experiences in the influencer business,Her interest in competitive shooting, The effects of TikTok on future generations and our life goals.2021-03-1600 min
If You MarketCan You Market It?, with Scott CarsonThis week on the If You Market podcast we talk with Scott Carson about Having a Marketing First Mindset. Scott believes you only have a product and a company if you can market it, and if you can market something effectively that alone can be a company. He’s known as Scott Carson the note guy, he’s an investor, entrepreneur, marketer and podcast host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-03-0951 min
The Gritty Peach Podcast“Justice for Tara Louise Baker” with Cameron Jay of Classic City CrimeThis week marks the 20th anniversary of the brutal murder of Tara Louise Baker. Tara was a bright good natured law student at UGA when she was killed in her own home in East Athens, GA. 20yrs later this podcast is uncovering new leads and new information, vindicating former suspects and partnering with the Baker family to find JUSTICE FOR TARA
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The Gritty Peach Podcast“Pressured to Live a Hetero Lifestyle, The Effects of Gays in Hetero Marriages” with Karl KleinWe discuss the deep pressure placed on people in the South, in church and most rural areas to be heterosexual. Self hate, threats of Hell, “pray the gay away” camps and the possibility of being shunned by family and congregation force a great many gay people in to submission and living a lie.
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