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The Angel Empowerment Healing ShowNo. 78 'Security, Healing & Grounding with Divine & Shamanic Practices - Angel Day 2025' with Guest Amy GriggJoin Cindy with guest Amy Grigg while Sam is taking a well-earned vacation! Together, they discuss the upcoming Inspirational Angel Day, scheduled for September 28th, to be held in Calgary, Alberta.
They describe how they work with Shamanic Practices and Divine Healing together and how the action of 'grounding' enhances healing for ourselves and being a practitioner/healer yourself.
Listen in as Cindy shares her love of the Heling Circle with Archangel Raphael that she has facilitated at these events since 2008. Be sure to listen in until the end to receive a surprise opportunity!!
2025-09-1125 min
The Angel Empowerment Healing ShowNo. 47. 'I Am Loveable' - with Amy GriggJoin your hosts Sam bell and Cindy Smith as they welcome founding member Amy Grigg to the show. Listen in as they discuss self-love and healing. How do we accept healing with the Divine and Love our Body at the same time? Does your self-talk foster self-love? Sam, Cindy and Amy get vulnerable as they share their own journeys.
If you want to find out more about Amy and our founding members of the Angel Empowerment Healing Program, visit www.angelempowermenthealing.com/founding-members
2024-11-0726 min
The Angel Empowerment Healing ShowNo. 15: Special Episode 'Gratitude' with Amy GriggJoin hosts Sam and Cindy for a special episode featuring founding member of the Angel Empowerment Healing Program, Amy Grigg. 'Gratitude' is certainly a 'buzzword' out there in wellness and healing circles, with many books, gratitude journals, diaries and meditations available.
Listen in as Amy provides a different way to interpret what gratitude means. Her conversation with Sam and Cindy covers being an empath, what it means to be a conduit and the importance of the 'Therapeutic Relationship' that develops between client and practitioner. Thank you Amy for this insightful conversation and the 'aha moments' inside this ep...
2024-03-2127 min
The Angel Empowerment Healing ShowNo.8 Special Episode: 'Empowering Kids with Angels' with Deb Weinberger and Amy GriggJoin your hosts Cindy Smith and Sam Bell as they welcome AEH™️ Founding members Deb Weinberger and Amy Grigg to the show. In this special episode, Deb and Amy share how we can teach children about working with angels providing them with encouragement and validation of their feelings and experiences. Listen in as they explain why it is never too early to introduce your children to the Angels and how they have incorporated the angelic realm into children's lives teaching them how to protect themselves, feel empowered, confident, and happier. Amy shares her own experience as a mother of her two girls a...
2024-02-0123 min
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION165: Rags to Riches: How a Family Negotiated One of America's Most Iconic Food ProductsIn this episode, Cindy Watson will have the pleasure of hosting Leslie and Steve Grigg, the co-founders of the Grigg Tater Tots Legacy Foundation. They will be talking about "Rags to Riches: How a Family Negotiated One of America's Most Iconic Food Products." Cindy Watson will delve into the Griggs' personal experiences, the challenges they faced along the way, and the lessons they learned throughout their entrepreneurial journey. So join us as we uncover the captivating story of Leslie and Steve Grigg, who turned a humble family recipe into a national sen...
2023-08-0737 min
Hormonally SpeakingSeason 4, Epsidoe 28: Why We Need to Evolve Women’s Health with “The Business Of Birth Control” Director Abby EpsteinThis week on Hormonally Speaking, we have Abby Epstein, the acclaimed American film director and producer best known for her work on the documentaries "The Business of Being Born" "Until the Violence Stops,” and “Weed The People.”
Epstein has won several awards for her documentaries, including the Audience Awards at Vancouver’s Amnesty International Film Festival and Nashville Film Festival, as well as premiering at Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW festivals.
We discuss her and her business partner Ricki Lake's latest movie, “The Business of Birth Control”, which aims to shed light on the effects of hormonal contraceptive...
2023-03-011h 00
The Inner Rhythms PodcastEpisode 16 - The Business of Birth Control with Abby Epstein & Holly Grigg-SpallIn this episode Iris sits down with Holly Grigg-Spall (the writer of Sweetening the Pill) and Abby Epstein (the producer of the documentary The Business of Birth Control, The Business of Birth, and more). They talk about about how this groundbreaking documentary was born and their ongoing activism and passion to inform people about hormonal birth control Topics covered:Holly's personal story with hormonal birth control and how she decided to write her bookHow Holly got to meet Abby and Ricki Lake and how they were inspired to make documentary about Holly's bookThe making...
2023-01-1252 min
The Sound TestLIVE - 09/10/20 [Weekly VGM Radio & Podcast]Snacks at the ready, because this episode takes a look at some of gaming's tastiest delectables. From Pac-Man's fruit to the glorious culinary delights of Final Fantasy XV, you're sure to feel hungry as the show rolls on.
Besides the gastronomic glory, I take a look at three interesting developments for Quickfire News and the SFX Showdown continues with an ever-growing scoreboard. An untrustworthy interloper gets involved in the VGM SongFight, and Daisy spends the majority of the broadcast asleep on me.
This week's playlist:
Main Menu – Masayoshi Ishi [Cooking Mama]
Pepsiman – James & Gang [Peps...
2020-10-112h 01
Dirt - An Audio DramaCh. 2 You're Supposed to Keep a Low Profile (S1 E2)"An early Halloween gift? You must be joking."
For the very best audio experience, please listen with headphones.
Featuring Ila Das as Ila, Cindy Siler as Helen, Nicole Michels McDonagh as Angela, Mark Field as Robert, Sara Kaiyala as the project manager, Jessi Brown as Mel, Stephen Matera as the car driver, Mike Grigg as the person who helped out in the crosswalk, Jon Dietrich as the dude who really needed to use the bathroom, and Kristopher Kaiyala as Joseph.
2020-09-2231 min
Storypunks PodcastEpisodes on hold for a bit!Hi Storypunks! Not sure I can call recent developments in my life 'unforeseen events' given 2020's general chaos, but as I'm trying to find my best way forward, episodes will be on hold a bit longer. I have several amazing conversations in the hopper so I look forward to rolling these out soon. Thank you for your understanding as I carry on amid uncertain times, and I hope all is going well with you and your projects. - Cindy
2020-07-3100 min
Storypunks Podcast#62 (Part 2): Steampunk With Editor Diana M. PhoDiana Pho and I continue our conversation about steampunk from her unique vantage point as an editor with more than a decade of experience at Tor and elsewhere. Also, I loved her insight on steampunk as a movement in 2020 and beyond. You definitely don't want to miss it. www.BeyondVictoriana.com www.DianaMPho.com www.Twitter.com/WriterSyndrome www.Instagram/Diana.M.Pho -- www.Storypunks.World
2020-06-2600 min
Storypunks Podcast#61 (Part 1): Steampunk With BeyondVictoriana.com Creator Diana Pho AKA Ay-leen the PeacemakerToday I begin a two-part conversation with the creator of the longest-running website on the topic of non-Eurocentric steampunk, BeyondVictoriana.com. Join me for tons of insight from the marvelous Diana Pho AKA Ay-leen the Peacemaker! www.BeyondVictoriana.com www.DianaMPho.com www.Twitter.com/WriterSyndrome www.Instagram/Diana.M.Pho -- www.Storypunks.World
2020-06-1900 min
Storypunks Podcast#PodcastBlackout During this period catalyzed by the unjust murder of George Floyd but certainly not limited to this single injustice among so many, I'm joining #PodcastBlackout. Here are a few thoughts as I join you in processing this moment's impact on our punk communities. Take care, everyone. I'll be back with another episode (and incredible guest!) next Friday, June 19th. www.Storypunks.World
2020-06-1200 min
Storypunks Podcast#60 (Part 2): Middle Eastern Steampunk With Authors Day Al-Mohamed and Danielle Ackley-McPhailThere's more! Authors Day Al-Mohamed and Danielle Ackley-McPhail give more insight on their Middle Eastern steampunk novel Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn in part two of our discussion. Don't miss it! www.DayAlMohamed.com www.DayAlMohamed.com/wordpress/tag/baba-ali-secrets/ www.eSPECBOOKS.com www.SidheNaDaire.com www.Storypunks.World
2020-06-0500 min
Storypunks Podcast#59 (Part 1): Steampunk Collaborations With Co-Writers Day Al-Mohamed and Danielle Ackley-McPhailWe're back with Season 3! I have a fun discussion to take your mind off the pandemic and onto all those virtual steampunk collaborations you could be doing. Authors Day Al-Mohamed and Danielle Ackley-McPhail join me for a two-part interview focusing on their steampunk novel Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn. www.DayAlMohamed.com www.dayalmohamed.com/wordpress/tag/baba-ali-secrets/ www.eSPECBOOKS.com www.SidheNaDaire.com www.Storypunks.World
2020-05-2900 min
Storypunks PodcastWe'll Be Back for Season 3!We've had a fabulous Season 2, thanks to my guests and all of you. NOTE: Due to unexpected life changes, all off-season aspects of the Storypunks Podcast as well as my writing are now on hold. I'll share more once the show resumes in 2020! In the meantime, check out Kate Shea, Charlie Geiser, and the Children of Proteus team for their comic, a Makeup Monday series (featuring steampunk aquatic creatures . . . awesome!), and more. www.ChildrenOfProteus.com Best of luck with all you're working on!
2019-09-2100 min
Storypunks Podcast#58 (Part 2): Retro Pulp Adventure With Author Todd Downing In Part 2, Todd and I continue talking about his love for retro pulp adventure, as well as different themes and creative choices when storytelling and punking the 1920s and other eras. Don't miss this conclusion to everything we started nerding out over in Episode 57! www.ToddDowning.com --- www.Storypunks.World www.Patreon.com/Storypunks
2019-08-1600 min
Storypunks Podcast#57 (Part 1): Decopunk and Dieselpunk With Artist Todd Downing Todd Downing describes himself as the "complete creative" because, like many in our audience, he wears a lot of creative hats. In this first of two episodes, we learn about how his Airship Daedalus series developed, including the Greek myth of Icarus and other influences. Join us for your 1920s fix! www.ToddDowning.com --- www.Storypunks.World www.Patreon.com/Storypunks Note: Due to time constraints, I'll publish part two next week. Thanks for understanding!
2019-08-0900 min
Storypunks Podcast#56 (Part 2): Steampunk With Sage and Savant Composer Chip Michael and Author Eddie LouiseIn part 2 of this interview about the show Sage and Savant, Eddie Louise shares her process for writing and refining episode storylines (as well as the novelization TransMIGRATIONS) and Chip Michael describes his editing and sound design, including foley and composing the original background music. It's amazing what this duo pulls off along with the other voice actors they work with. Join us! www.SageAndSavant.com www.Twitter.com/SageAndSavant.com --- www.Storypunks.World www.Patreon.com/Storypunks
2019-08-0200 min
Storypunks Podcast#55 (Part 1): Steampunk With Sage and Savant Audio Drama Creators Eddie Louise and Chip Clark Sage and Savant is a monthly steampunk audio drama produced by Chip and Eddie Louise Clark. Not only should you check out their show, but Eddie Louise and Chip also have a ton to share about lessons learned from podcasting. You definitely don't want to miss this two-part interview. www.SageAndSavant.com Reach out regarding their booth setup and more at www.Twitter.com/SageAndSavant.com --- www.Storypunks.World www.Patreon.com/Storypunks
2019-08-0200 min
Storypunks Podcast#54 (Part 2): Decopunk With Anthologist Bethany C. MorrowBethany C. Morrow’s decopunk novel Mem is a must-read for anyone interested in historical speculative fiction set in the 1920s. In this interview, we also chat about her other works, including A Song Below Water and Take the Mic, for which she is both a story contributor and editor. www.BethanyCMorrow.com www.twitter.com/BCMorrow www.Facebook.com/BCMorrow Also in this episode: www.Patreon.com/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Apply
2019-07-1900 min
Storypunks Podcast#53 (Part 1): Decopunk With Author Bethany C. Morrow Bethany C. Morrow's decopunk novel Mem is a must-read for anyone interested in historical speculative fiction set in the 1920s. In both episodes of this two-part interview, Bethany articulates many important issues for readers and creators, so prepare to be inspired! www.BethanyCMorrow.com www.twitter.com/BCMorrow www.Facebook.com/BCMorrow Also in this episode: www.Patreon.com/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Apply
2019-07-1900 min
Storypunks Podcast#52: Steampunk With Madame Askew and the Grand Arbiter Madame Askew and the Grand Arbiter are a hostess and host with the most . . . steampunk! Teapot races. Tea Scouts. Compliment duels. Historical sewing challenges. And that doesn't even begin to pin these two down. For instance, I met them as the Official Steampunk Ambassadors to the Gallactic Steampunk Federation at Wild Wild West Con in Tucson, Arizona. --- www.MadameAskew.com www.Patreon.com/MadameAskew www.Facebook.com/MadameAskew --- www.Storypunks.World
2019-07-1200 min
Storypunks Podcast#51 (Part 2): Retrofuturism With Creator Bonsart Bokel AKA Dankaert Lexicon In this second part of two, Dankaert Lexicon shares his involvement with the SCP Foundation's files and other creative projects, of which he has many! Join us for additional perspective on retrofuturism and steampunk, including some thoughts on video and tabletop gaming. www.radioretrofuture.com All other links mentioned in the show: www.Storypunks.World
2019-06-2800 min
Storypunks Podcast#50 (Part 1): Steampunk With Radio Retrofuture Host and YouTuber Dankaert Lexicon Dankaert Lexicon is a character my guest Bonsart Bokel assumes in hundreds of videos about retrofuturism and steampunk communities, books, games, and much more. His "Steampunk Beginner's Guide" playlist may be of particular interest. He also runs two themed troupes for festivals and offers a bunch of insight about that. Great for storytellers of all kinds! www.radioretrofuture.com All other links mentioned in the show: www.Storypunks.World
2019-06-2800 min
Storypunks Podcast#49: Cyberpunk With Technothriller Author Matthew MatherMatthew Mather writes cyberpunk technothrillers, as informed by his extensive background as a cybersecurity expert. In addition to leveraging his expertise, Matthew has gone the extra mile with in-person research or interviews for his books whenever possible. Come learn from this successful entrepreneur turned full-time author! www.MatthewMather.com www.Storypunks.World/Editing
2019-06-2200 min
Storypunks Podcast#48 (Part 2): Solarpunk With Author Sarena Ulibarri In the second part of this interview, Sarena Ulibarri gets into additional detail about solarpunk, including a fantastic list of recommended solarpunk reads. She also shares more about her own solarpunk writing and how other creators can avoid pitfalls in the genre. Tons to learn from here! www.SarenaUlibarri.com www.Storypunks.World Note: I refer to England when speaking about the new Minister of Loneliness but I should have referred to the UK! Thanks.
2019-06-1400 min
Storypunks Podcast#47 (Part 1): Ecopunk With World Weaver Press Editor Sarena Ulibarri Sarena Ulibarri has written dozens of short stories that have been published in prominent science fiction magazines and anthologies. In this interview, we chat about solarpunk, ecopunk, and all kinds of futuristic optimism you won't want to miss! I loved hearing Sarena's definition of what makes solarpunk unique and she makes a lot of great points about this fringe but growing punk genre, which is part of a larger lifestyle movement. www.SarenaUlibarri.com www.Storypunks.World
2019-06-1400 min
Storypunks Podcast#46 (Part 2): Steampunk With Writer and Pilot Nathan Van CoopsNathan Van Coops' steampunk Skylighter series is a great point of reference as we continue talking about steampunk, alternate history, retrofuturism, and more. Since Nathan is a pilot, I also picked his brain about the airships and other contraptions we love to speculate about as punks. It's a really fun and creativity-inspiring chat. Join us! www.NathanVanCoops.com For punk-related editing inquiries: www.Storypunks.World/Newsletter
2019-06-0700 min
Storypunks Podcast#45: Time Travel Adventure Fiction With Author Nathan Van CoopsSome consider time travel its own genre and in this first part of two, I explore this with author Nathan Van Coops. We talk about types of time travel, including a few that may surprise you or ignite new creative ideas. Nathan has so many relevant insights for anyone reading or writing their own time travel fiction. Don't miss it! www.NathanVanCoops.com For punk-related editing inquiries: www.Storypunks.World/Newsletter
2019-06-0700 min
Storypunks PodcastA Storypunks First!Guess what? We've already published eight episodes in May (whew!!). That represents some kind of Storypunks Podcast record! Not only could this mean some of you are catching up but I've also apparently discovered the limits of my monthly podcast server allotment. Who knew?! It means I'll post upcoming full episodes next week. Have a fabulous week as we head toward June . . . and summer! www.Storypunks.World
2019-05-3100 min
Storypunks Podcast#44 (Part 2): Cyberpunk SALON With Creative Director Madqueen - Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. DickCreative Director Madqueen continues our discussion about Blade Runner and Philip K. Dick's book Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?. Madqueen brought a ton of perspective and I left with so much to think about. I think you will, too! We covered a lot, but as always, feel free to add your comments to the social media posts. Don't be shy! Find Madqueen: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0G5rpOFcY6pOdtKsCE0p2A Got feedback for me? Connect with Storypunks: www.storypunks.world/newsletter
2019-05-2400 min
Storypunks Podcast#43 (Part 1): Proto-cyberpunk SALON With YouTube Host Madqueen – Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. DickMadqueen produces amazing videos about cyberpunk, gaming, and related topics. I learned so much from her insights about Philip K. Dick as we discussed his novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, which inspired the Blade Runner movies. Join us for this book club AKA Storypunks SALON session! Find Madqueen: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0G5rpOFcY6pOdtKsCE0p2A Got feedback for me? Connect with Storypunks: www.storypunks.world/newsletter
2019-05-2400 min
Storypunks Podcast#42 (Part 2): Cyberpunk and GameLit - Mountaindale Press Owners Dakota and Danielle KroutNot only has Dakota Krout done well in GameLit (the wider term encompassing things like LitRPG), but he and his wife Danielle also apply tools and data that worked well for him as they help other authors launch and succeed. Part 2 also features Dakota's answer to the trends question I end most interviews with--his was probably the most unexpected and specific answer I've heard. Check it out! www.dakotakrout.com Also mentioned in this episode: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.storypunks.world/decor
2019-05-1800 min
Storypunks Podcast#41 (Part 1): Cyberpunk and LitRPG With Author Dakota KroutI loved catching up with LitRPG author Dakota Krout this week. In Part 1, we chat about his thoughts on cyberpunk as well as his Divine Dungeon and Completionist Chronicles Series. Since some of you may not be familiar with the term LitRPG, we get into some detail about it and I think you'll really love thinking about the possibilities. www.dakotakrout.com Also mentioned in this episode: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.storypunks.world/decor
2019-05-1600 min
Storypunks Podcast#40 (Part 2): Steampunk SALON With Author and Reviewer Mike Perschon AKA the Steampunk Scholar - Morlock Night by K.W. JeterIn Part 2 of 2, the Steampunk Scholar, Dr. Mike Perschon, chats with me further about character, theme, and more in this unique Arthurian tale. Join us as we further celebrate and explore K.W. Jeter's classic Morlock Night! www.SteampunkScholar.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/AuthorK.W.Jeter/ Join our Salon and Reading Room! www.Storypunks.World/newsletter www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks
2019-05-1000 min
Storypunks Podcast#39 (Part 1): Steampunk SALON With Mike Perschon AKA the Steampunk Scholar - Morlock Night by K.W. Jeter Dr. Mike Perschon AKA the Steampunk Scholar joined me to chat about K.W. Jeter's classic Morlock Night. Dr. Perschon has a lot of cool insight about this follow-up to H.G. Wells' The Time Machine. Perschon wrote a non-fiction guide to steampunk titled Steampunk FAQ and we talk quite a bit about steampunk itself in this first of two parts. www.SteampunkScholar.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/AuthorK.W.Jeter/ Join the book club: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks
2019-05-1000 min
Storypunks Podcast#38 (Part 2): Dieselpunk With Collaborative Comic Creators - The Lost Mountain MechanicalsOur conversation naturally shifted toward collaboration for Part 2, which is no surprise with this creative trio. They have some wonderful insights about collaborating, as well as more background about how they found inspiration from a local historical site, how they turned their comic into educational content, and much more! www.JekyllIslandChronicles.com www.Storypunks.World Mentioned in this episode: Retro-themed candy including awesome "decade boxes" - www.Storypunks.World/Candy
2019-05-0300 min
Storypunks Podcast#37 (Part 1): Dieselpunk With Graphic Novelists - The Lost Mountain MechanicalsIn Part 1 of this conversation, I speak with all three of the Lost Mountain Mechanicals: Steve Nedvidek, Ed Crowell, and Jack Lowe. We look at their creative process and how they've found ongoing inspiration to create the Jekyll Island Chronicles graphic novels. I loved their interpretations of dieselpunk, steampunk, and so much more. Tons to think about here! www.JekyllIslandChronicles.com www.Storypunks.World Mentioned in this episode: Retro-themed candy including awesome "decade boxes" - www.Storypunks.World/Candy
2019-05-0300 min
Storypunks Podcast#36 (Part 2): Ecopunk, Biopunk, and Cyberpunk SALON With Jesikah Sundin - The Windup Girl by Paolo BacigalupiThe conversation about Bacigalupi's novel The Windup Girl continues. Jesikah Sundin and I swap impressions about this complex book that can be classified as ecopunk, biopunk, cyberpunk, or science fiction generally. Want to chime in during the next discussion? That would be awesome: www.WindupStories.com www.JesikahSundin.com www.Facebook.com/Groups/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Salon
2019-04-2600 min
Storypunks Podcast#35 (Part 1): Ecopunk, Biopunk, and Cyberpunk SALON With Jesikah Sundin - The Windup Girl by Paolo BacigalupiPaolo Bacigalupi's novel The Windup Girl is a Hugo and Nebula award-winning novel set in a future Thailand experiencing the fallout of environmental and societal breakdowns. It's a book to discuss much longer than an hour but Jesikah Sundin and I enjoyed sharing ideas about some of the book's characters, themes, and more. Want to chime in during the next discussion? That would be awesome: www.WindupStories.com www.JesikahSundin.com www.Facebook.com/Groups/Storypunks www.Storypunks.World/Salon
2019-04-2600 min
Storypunks Podcast#34: Gaslamp Fantasy and Dieselpunk With Author K.M. WeilandK.M. Weiland writes gaslamp fantasy, dieselpunk, and historical superhero fiction--but wait! She also creates bestselling non-fiction guides for outlining, structure, character arcs, and more. www.KMWeiland.com www.HelpingWritersBecomeAuthors.com In this episode, I also pay tribute to Kaja Foglio, who coined the term gaslamp fantasy in conjunction with the Girl Genius universe she writes with Phil Foglio. www.GirlGeniusOnline.com www.Storypunks.World
2019-04-1900 min
Storypunks Podcast#33: Steampunk With Rapper, Comic Creator, and Entertainer Professor ElementalJoin the Professor and me for a dusty little desert chat. I caught up with him at Wild, Wild West Con in Tuscon, Arizona. A birthday song, a song for artists, a little interview, an announcement for fans, and plenty of sardonic charm. Also! We've partnered with Lady Mechanika artist Joe Benitez to offer some free steampunk coloring books! Get 'em while they last! Go to: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter. www.ProfessorElemental.com www.JoeBenitez.com
2019-04-1100 min
Storypunks Podcast#32 (Part 2): Medieval and Pagan Tie-ins to the Punks With Author Jesikah Sundin In Part 2, we talk about a few things you don't often hear about when it comes to "the punks", and that's why you won't want to miss it! Jesikah shares some really cool insights about medieval, mythological, and pagan tie-ins to the punks. She's co-authored an Arthurian legend series titled Knights of Caerleon. Also, we'll be reading Paolo Bacigalupi's ecopunk novel The Windup Girl in the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room virtual book club via Facebook Live on Earth Day: April 22, 2019 8 p.m. Central. See you there! www.JesikahSundin...
2019-04-0500 min
Storypunks Podcast#31 (Part 1): Ecopunk, Mannerpunk, and Cyberpunk With Author Jesikah SundinInterviewing author Jesikah Sundin about her Biodome Chronicles series is a stunning place to begin Season 2. We chat about so many punks in this one, especially ecopunk, mannerpunk, and cyberpunk as well as hopepunk and solarpunk! Plus, she'll join me as we kick off the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room virtual book club via Facebook Live on Earth Day: April 22, 2019! www.JesikahSundin.com Join the book club here: www.facebook.com/groups/storypunks www.OpulentMobility.com www.Storypunks.World
2019-04-0500 min
Storypunks PodcastSeason 2 Begins! Quick UpdateIt's been a minute, hasn't it?! Here are announcement links mentioned in this Season 2 kickoff mini episode. Interviews resume next Thursday and every Thursday thereafter through September. Get more involved via emails every Friday: www.Storypunks.World/newsletter Join the Storypunks Salon and Reading Room (book club): www.Facebook.com/groups/storypunks Apply to sponsor an episode: www.Storypunks.World/promotion I hope you have a marvelous week! - Cindy
2019-03-2900 min
Storypunks Podcast#30 (Part 2): Steampunk With Worldbuilder and Multi-media Collaborator Jim ButcherIn Part 2, we talk about Jim Butcher's worldbuilding and magic system development tips as well as multi-media creations he's written and consulted on. This is a really informative and super fun look at collaboration, from an author who's leveraged relationships with other artists to produce impressive maps, graphic novel art, role playing video games, and other content for his fictional worlds. It's the perfect finale for Season One of this show. Please stay subscribed for bonus episodes and so you'll know when the next season begins! www.Jim-Butcher.com www.Storypunks.W...
2018-11-0100 min
Storypunks Podcast#29 (Part 1): Steampunk With Author Jim ButcherJim Butcher writes several popular series including The Cinder Spires (steampunk!) as well as The Dresden Files and The Codex Alera. In Part 1 of 2, Jim chats about writing several series at once, using his author powers for evil, and plenty of other interesting stuff! Please also note that Episodes 29 and 30 wrap up Season One of this podcast, so be sure to check out my intro for more detail. Thanks for being part of Storypunks!! www.Jim-Butcher.com www.Storypunks.World
2018-10-1800 min
Storypunks PodcastStorypunks Podcast #28 (Part 2): Ecopunk and Solarpunk With Publisher and Curator Mary WoodburyThe conversation with Mary Woodbury continues! Discover additional resources, including initiatives to help reduce our environmental footprint in writing, publishing, and other creative endeavors. She has so many resources for artists and readers to check out: www.Eco-fiction.com blog: www.Eco-fiction.com/outdoors/ www.Dragonfly.eco www.Storypunks.World
2018-10-0400 min
Storypunks Podcast#27 (Part 1): Solarpunk and Ecopunk With Author Mary WoodburyMary Woodbury runs Moon Willow Press as well as other sites and projects focused on eco-fiction. In this episode, we talk about her work as a curator and creator in this realm, including her definitions and vision for terms like solarpunk, ecopunk, hopepunk, and other environmentally-related punks. She has many resources for artists and readers to check out: www.Eco-fiction.com blog: www.Eco-fiction.com/outdoors/ www.Dragonfly.eco www.Storypunks.World
2018-09-2000 min
Storypunks Podcast#26: Punk-related Conferences With Author and Podcaster Cindy GriggI'm preparing to speak at a writing conference, so in this week's episode I'm sharing my best tips and tricks for participating at conferences as a speaker or panelist. I've been presenting solo messages and contributing to sci fi and fantasy conference panels for the past four years, including discussions about steampunk and the other punks. It's been a challenge to stretch myself this way, but I can definitely say it's been worth it. This week, I share my takeaways as I get ready to present at Salt Lake Comic Con AKA "FanX". ...
2018-09-0600 min
Storypunks Podcast#25: (Part 2) Steampunk With Marketer and Writer Gail CarrigerThere's so much to learn from Gail in this episode!! As anyone can tell from visiting her website and social channels, she really is a master of marketing and I know you'll come away inspired, no matter what creative medium you work in. We also talk about tools for writers including Dragon NaturallySpeaking (dictation), Scrivener, and more. Join us! www.Storypunks.World www.GailCarriger.com
2018-08-2300 min
Storypunks Podcast#24: (Part 1) Steampunk With Author and Podcaster Gail CarrigerI've admired steampunk author Gail Carriger for a long time, and it's such a pleasure to interview her in this first of two episodes. We chat about her influences including Gothic literature (which we can thank for much if not all of the genre fiction we love today, including "the punks"!). We also talk Austen, fashion, and writing diverse characters. Basically, I can't gush about this author enough. Enjoy the interview! www.GailCarriger.com www.20MinDelay.com www.Storypunks.World
2018-08-0900 min
Storypunks Podcast#23: (Part 2) Atompunk and Steampunk With Authors Holly and Max GonzalezIn this second of two episodes, Holly Gonazalez and I continue our conversation about decopunk and dieselpunk, and also get into some atompunk, steampunk, and even splatterpunk. This also becomes a discussion about collaborating with others, especially when Holly's husband Max joins us to talk about co-writing their atompunk series. Holly has also contributed to anthologies from Writerpunk Press, so we chat about that, too. Join us! www.Storypunks.World www.HollyGonzalez1.wordpress.com
2018-07-2600 min
Storypunks Podcast#22 (Part 1): Decopunk and Dieselpunk With Author Holly GonzalezIn this first of two episodes, Holly Gonzalez AKA "The Duchess of Decopunk" talks about why she writes decopunk, dieselpunk, and other science fiction, with many popular stories on Wattpad in particular (she's actually a Wattpad Ambassador). Check out her popular Beauty in the Bones series and more! Holly also writes in other punk genres and collaborates with her husband. More on all that in part two airing next week. www.HollyGonzalez1.wordpress.com www.Storypunks.world
2018-07-1900 min
Storypunks Podcast#21: Steampunk, Cyberpunk, and Solarpunk With Author Nisi ShawlAuthor Nisi Shawl's novel Everfair posits, what if Belgian forces had not succeeded in colonizing the Congo? And it's AWESOME!! In this interview, Nisi shares her definitions and ideas around steampunk as well as AfroRetroFuturism, cyberpunk, solarpunk, and hopepunk. She pays a beautiful tribute to Ursula K. Le Guin, and shares several resources and organizations for readers and writers. NisiShawl.com Storypunks.world
2018-06-2800 min
Storypunks Podcast#20: Steampunk With Transmedia Storyteller Michael RiggEver thought to yourself, This short story could inspire its own musical album . . . , or, This visual art piece could become an awesome graphic novel . . . ? That's what "transmedia storytelling" is all about, as LARP (Live Action Role Play) gamer Michael Rigg knows very well. He's turned his steampunk and alternate history Heart of Bronze novels into a dice-based storytelling game on his weekly show: The Steam Rollers Adventure Podcast. Come check out his creative advice, resources, and unique perspective! www.Storypunks.World www.riggstories.com
2018-06-2100 min
Storypunks Podcast#19: Decopunk With Author Lara Elena DonnellyLara Elena Donnelly has created a fascinating fictional world based on the art deco era of the 1930s, in her Amberlough Dossier series. This vintage-glam spy thriller has been classified as decopunk, so in this interview we talk about the aesthetic, inspirations, themes, voice, diversity, and so much more, including Lara's short stories. Decopunk interviews are rare, so be sure to join us for this one! Full show notes at www.Storypunks.World. Author site: www.LaraDonnelly.com.
2018-06-1400 min
Storypunks Podcast#18 (Part 2): Steampunk With Kevin Steil AKA the Airship AmbassadorThis week, Kevin Steil and I continue to discuss his many projects, including his Steampunk Museum, Steampunk Hands Around the World blogathon, Airship Ambassador TV channel on YouTube, Airship Ambassador expansion pack for the game Twisted Skies, and tips for reaching out to steampunk friends around the globe. He also shares some reading recommendations from his impressive steampunk book collection. Don't miss it! www.AirshipAmbassador.com www.Storypunks.World
2018-04-1200 min
Storypunks Podcast#17: (Part 1) Steampunk With Kevin Steil AKA the Airship AmbassadorA popular panelist and steampunk personality, the Airship Ambassador (Kevin Steil) has consulted for the show Steampunk'd! and other projects. His website, AirshipAmbassador.com, is an impressive compendium of steampunk news, recommended reads, and so many other goings-on. In addition, he writes a popular blog with in-depth interviews. In this episode, we discuss all of the above as well as how he designed his iconic Airship Ambassador costume. And there's more! This will be a two-part series continuing to Episode 18 as well.
2018-04-0500 min
Storypunks Podcast#16: Steampunk With Author Shelley AdinaShelley Adina is an award-winning author and instructor of popular steampunk, contemporary, and Amish fiction. In this interview, we discuss her wonderful steampunk series Magnificent Devices, which is a longer story at 12 books (and counting!). Shelley shares tips for authors and writers creating longer works, and we also get into a bit of clockpunk, prettypunk, and decopunk. We also chat about the intersection and possibilities of these genres, including Shelley's Amish vampire series (so awesome!) and some details about working within the Christian market. Also check out her Mysterious Devices series!
2018-03-2900 min
Steampunk DollhouseCrossover 2 - A Conversation with Cindy Grigg & StorypunksWherein universes collide (once more), steampunk is (again, not really) defined, and Bluestocking learns that she is basically a muppetLibrary Boosters:Mahometan and CelestialAudibleSteampunk Podcast Collective:StorypunksWatch a video of the interview!Episode Music courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.Org:“Storyteller” by JahzzarContact Us!http://www.SPDHPod.Comsteampunkdollhouse@gmail.comTwitter: @spdhpodFacebook: /SPDHPodThe Steampunk Dollhouse is a Wind-Up Girl Studios Production. It is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non-Commercial-Share-Alike 4.0 International license. It is written and...
2018-03-2200 min
Storypunks Podcast#15: Steampunk With Podcaster and Librarian Elizabeth Headrick AKA "Bluestocking"This is a crossover episode with podcaster Elizabeth Headrick aka Bluestocking of the Steampunk Dollhouse Podcast! We share podcasting lessons learned, including some bumper samples. I love Bluestocking’s literary analysis of steampunk fiction, which she studies academically as an MLIS grad student. Plus, she gets delightfully sassy and political–it’s tons of fun and I always learn a lot. And her Scholarly Steampunk Collection and recommended reading list for 2018 are not to be missed! Storypunks.world SPDHPod.com
2018-03-2200 min
Storypunks Podcast#14: Dieselpunk, Decopunk, and Atompunk With Entertainer "Big Daddy Cool" John Pyka"Big Daddy Cool" John Pyka is a showman who hosts and produces The Dieselpunk Podcast. He's an entertainer with tons of experience and he's turned his show into a book titled Tales From the Flip Side. John shares his definition of Dieselpunk, and how it can intersect with Decopunk, Atompunk, and other genres, as well as terms like Dark Dieselpunk and Piecraftian versus Ottisian Dieselpunk. We also touch on lessons learned from community dynamics as well as John's take on being an introvert performer.
2018-03-1500 min
Storypunks Podcast#13: Hairwork by Artist Courtney LaneThink art made from human hair sounds weird? You might think again after this fascinating interview with historical and contemporary hairwork artist Courtney Lane, who creates and restores mourning jewelry, momentos, and more. We chat about how this unique storytelling medium intersects with death positivity, lachrymatory bottles, post-mortem photography, and other historical topics relating to genres like alternate history and steampunk. Video version on YouTube or Storypunks.World.
2018-03-0800 min
Storypunks Podcast#12: Cyberpunk Noir Detective Stories With Author Austin DragonAustin Dragon writes several sci fi series, including his cyberpunk detective series Liquid Cool. He describes this story as Blade Runner meets The Maltese Falcon. When it comes to his favorite works in the cyberpunk genre, Austin Dragon prefers the term "cyber noir", so in this episode we talk through that. Austin also shares why he's played homage to popular cyberpunk books you will recognize when naming books in this series, and much more. Join us for a fun interview! More detailed show notes at Storypunks.World.
2018-03-0100 min
Storypunks Podcast#11: Steampunk With Author Jon MessengerAuthor Jon Messenger is inspiring not only for his Magic and Machinery series, which he describes as a steampunk "Sherlock Holmes in a world of magic", but also because he balances writing with a full-time military career. In this episode, we talk about how his service has informed this steampunk series, including how PTSD and other aspects of military life affect how he writes about relationships, themes, character development, worldbuilding, and other storytelling topics. Join us! Full show notes can be found at Storypunks.World.
2018-02-2200 min
Storypunks Podcast#10: Atompunk, Dieselpunk, Cyberpunk, Steampunk, and More With Musician Paul ShaperaPaul Shapera is a musician whose New Albion and Tales of Lost Hollow albums span atompunk, dieselpunk, cyberpunk, steampunk, and more! So no matter what you fancy, this episode probably has something for you! We get into fascinating territory, including Paul's relatively uncommon four-act storytelling structure rather than the more traditional three-act or five-act storyline, and how this relates to the idea of "Escher's Loops" (yes, as in, the illustrator). Paul also describes the sound of each punk era, including instruments and thematic inspirations. And since the concept of "rock opera" ca...
2018-02-1500 min
Storypunks Podcast#9: Cyberpunk With Author Malka OlderMalka Older's Centenal Cycle Series begins with Infomocracy followed by Null States and State Tectonics, and takes readers through a world of micro-democracies. I love how she's using the series to create small laboratories in which to investigate social technologies and structures as well as the diverse characters moving among them. Basically, you will feel smarter after this conversation with Malka, and especially if you dive into this series . . . I know I did! Mentioned in this episode (with additional show notes at Storypunks.World): Malka Older's Website Detroit's Digital Acce...
2018-02-0800 min
Storypunks Podcast#8: Mannerpunk With Author, Puppeteer, and Voice Actor Mary Robinette KowalMary Robinette Kowal wrote The Glamourist Histories series, among many other works. In this episode we focus on how this series is mannerpunk, what the genre entails, and how Mary approaches writing. A highlight for me was our discussion about Mary's vintage typewriters, so be sure to check the video version on YouTube for a glimpse at those! Mary's work could also be described as fantasy of manners, alternate history, ghostpunk, spacepunk (or mercurypunk, or atompunk!), and maybe even ecopunk. (So many punks, not enough time!)
2018-02-0100 min
Storypunks Podcast#7: Superhero Steampunk With Author Andrew P. MayerAndrew P. Mayer's NYC-based Society of Steam series features superheroes like automatons and "gentleman adventurers" in a coming-of-age adventure. We joke about "RPG disease" and the possibility of funkpunk?! Thus far, the term has been used for music but not so much for fiction (that I know of!). Chime in on social media if you have thoughts about it. Plus, Andrew shares an intriguing definition of sci fi versus fantasy. It's all about checking out different perspectives in this community. So, yeah. This one covers some interesting ground. Don't miss it!
2018-01-1100 min
Storypunks Podcast#6: Cyberpunk With Author Bruce BethkeThis interview with the author who coined the term cyberpunk covers everything you'd hope it would, and then some. Bruce's term inspired all the other punk genres we celebrate on this show, including steampunk. No big deal! Bruce shares some exciting new projects and updates (if you're already a Bethke fan, you're going to really love what he announces!). Bruce also shares what he's looking for in submissions to his Friday Challenge opportunity for authors. And if all this wasn't enough, he also supplies THE best reaction I've ever heard to a brief...
2018-01-0400 min
Storypunks Podcast#5: Steampunk With Author J. Scott SavageJ. Scott Savage is a middle grade and YA author with a great hook: steampunk and dragons! His Mysteries of Cove series is a wonderful story if you're looking for your next read, and we also discuss plenty that will be of interest to writers and other creators. As a highlight, we talk about how he became a "school visit extraordinaire" (more than 1500 schools!). Join us for a fun interview!
2017-12-1400 min
Storypunks Podcast#4: Steampunk, Dieselpunk, and Alternate History With Author Beth CatoThis week I interview Beth Cato, a steampunk author with dieselpunk leanings. Beth has a fascinating Blood of Earth series set in an alternate San Francisco, and her Clockwork Dagger series is "Final Fantasy meets Agatha Christie" (inspired by Murder on the Orient Express, hello!), among many other interesting works. We talk all about it in this episode. Also, Beth has a unique approach to her author blog, where she's incorporated another passion of hers: baking! Come learn about her Bready or Not posts, which have a nice side benefit of helping her market her...
2017-12-0700 min
Storypunks Podcast#3: Solarpunk and Ecopunk With Editor and Author Elly BlueElly Blue created a genre she's dubbed feminist bicycle science fiction. So cool! You're going to love this interview, where we talk about solarpunk, ecopunk, and many other aspects of utopian and dystopian futures. Elly is a co-owner of Microcosm Publishing, so we also talk about editing as well as the open submissions for the next Bikes in Space anthology.
2017-11-2300 min
Storypunks Podcast#2: Cyberpunk and Biopunk With Author Dan WellsI have decided to give a quick update at the beginning of every show, so this is when I'll describe what I'm working on. I wasn't sure I'd do this at first, but the timing is nice because I'm entering my "Structural Phase" of a pretty hefty work in progress. Listen to the episode or visit my website (CindyGrigg.com) for a description of my work in progress. If you'd like to get involved as a beta reader with input on a story, please fill out the form at CindyGrigg.com. Learn more by...
2017-11-0800 min