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The Litdulterous Whore - A Podcasts1 Ep2 The Toppling TBR with Hanna and Stacey - Our top 10 fav reads of the year so far!@thetopplingtbr
S1 Ep2 - Top 10 of the year so far!
Hanna's top 10 Top 10 from the first half of the year:
1. Blood Over Bright Haven - M.L. Wang
2. Project Hail Mary - Andy Weir
3. Somewhere Beyond The Sea- TJ Klune
4. Kindred - Octavia E. Butler
5. Golden Son - Pierce Brown
6. Muse Of Nightmares - Laini Taylor
7. As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow - Zoulfa Katouh
8. The Sword Of Kaigen - M.L. Wang
9. The Unmaking Of...2025-07-2758 min
Medium Lady ReadsEpisode 44: The Reading Goals We Forgot AboutHello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 44 - can you believe it? Erin and Jillian are so happy you’re here. Jillian and Erin have six new book recommendations to share with you today, plus all the cozy, nerdy, bookish vibes you know and love. So grab a drink, get comfy, and it’s time to dive in!In This Episode:It’s time to start the episode, Erin and Jillian check-in on how their lives and reading is going.Mentioned in this episode: The public library in Finland...2025-06-2439 minMedium Lady ReadsEpisode 43: Our Best Recommendations for Your Summer Reading PileHello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 43, “Our Best Recommendations for Your Summer Reading Pile.”Summer is just around the corner, and that means it's time to talk about the books that’ll keep you company on park benches, road trips, backyard loungers—or wherever your sunny days might take you. Whether you’re deep in your TBR, building your summer stack, or just here for a cozy bookish chat—Jillian and Erin have got you covered. So grab your iced coffee or a tall glass of lemonade, find a comfy spot, and let’s get in...2025-06-1040 minMedium Lady ReadsEpisode 42: Thaw your Reading List and Get Ready For SummerHello, hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads. This is episode 42, “Thaw your Reading List and Get Ready For Summer.”Whether you're building your summer TBR, looking for something to dive into on a sunny afternoon, or just hoping to discover a story that sticks with you, Erin and Jillian got something that might just become your next favorite. So settle in, get cozy (or throw on your shades if you’re listening poolside), and let’s talk books!In This Episode:How are the ladies doing? Both Jillian and Erin start the show...2025-05-2839 min
From the Front PorchEpisode 528: May New Release RundownThis week on From the Front Porch, it’s another New Release Rundown! Annie, Erin, and Olivia are sharing the May releases they’re excited about to help you build your TBR. When you purchase or preorder any of the books they talk about, enter the code NEWRELEASEPLEASE at checkout for 10% off your order!
To purchase the books mentioned in this episode, stop by The Bookshelf in Thomasville, visit our website (search episode 528) or download and shop on The Bookshelf’s official app:
Annie's books:
Poetry is Not a Luxury by Anonymous (5/6)
My F...2025-05-0846 min
Quick PicksEpisode 68: TBR ListsIf you're a reader, you have a TBR list. And if you're like us, you have more books to read than books completed in your repertoire. Today, Tana and I are joined by Michelle Habrych to talk about books we've had on our TBR lists for a long time, and things we recommend you add to your own.Discussed: Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, by Taylor Jenkins ReidIf I Had Your Face, by Frances ChaHouse Across the Lake, by Riley SagerOnly One Left...2025-05-021h 13
LIVRA-TE#168 - Recomendações para todos os dias (Book Tag)Voltámos ao mundo das book tags para fazer recomendações literárias baseadas nos dias da semana. Como não conseguimos decidir uma favorita, trazemos duas, o que significa que há dose dupla de livros para acrescentar à TBR.Livros mencionados:- My Husband (O Meu Marido), Maud Ventura (04:12)- The Little Paris Bookshop (O Livreiro de Paris), Nina George (05:30)- This Summer Will Be Different (Este Verão Vai Ser Diferente), Carley Fortune (09:30)- How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The...2025-04-161h 05
LIVRA-TE#164 - Dia do Pai (Ode a personagens masculinas)Apanhámos a boleia da efeméride e olhámos com mais atenção para as personagens masculinas das nossas leituras. O resultado foi uma lista de quais seriam as mais adequadas para nos socorrer nas mais variadas situações, que vão desde mudar um pneu a lidar com um desgosto amoroso. Livros mencionados:- Instructions for Heartbreak, Sarah Handyside (01:59)- Dream Count (Inventário de Sonhos), Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (03:49)- Foster (Acolher), Claire Keegan (13:05)- Green Dot ( (Não) Disponível), Madeleine Gray (14:23)- Quando...2025-03-1949 min
LIVRA-TE#144 - O terceiro aniversário do Livra-teTrês anos de Livra-te! 🎉 Este ano decidimos inverter um bocadinho a ordem: somos nós quem vos agradece por serem uma comunidade maravilhosa e são vocês quem nos recomenda livros. Parece-vos vem?
Livros mencionados neste episódio:
- Diálogos para o Fim do Mundo, Joana Bértholo (1:19)
- The Bee Sting, Paul Murray (3:36)
TBR para o próximo ano de Livra-te:
- A Vegetariana, Han Kang (13:20)
- O Homem que Passeava Livros, Carsten Henn (13:57)
- A Sociedade dos Sonhadores Involuntários, José Eduardo Agualusa (15:03)
- I'll Give You the Sun, Jandy Nelson (15:48)
- Night Circus, Erin Morgenstern (1...2024-10-3048 min
Bad On PaperBel Canto Book ClubOctober Book Club is here! It's time to share our feelings about Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. We covered our reading experience, the real-life stories that inspired the book, side characters we loved, and if we enjoyed the controversial epilogue, and more! If you liked this book, you may like Anxious People by Fredrik Backman! Obsessions Olivia: Andrew Garfield (shoutout to his Chicken Shop Date) Becca: Viviaia Maryjanes in black What we read this week Olivia: Intermezzo by Sally Rooney, Bel Cant...2024-10-301h 02
Happily Booked: A BookcastS2, E27 - Bookish updates over the phoneSend us a text15:17 - Death At Bishop's Keep by Robin Paige / Crown Of Swords by Robert Jordan / The Gun Seller by Hugh Laurie24:23 - In Five Years by Rebecca Serle 28:28 - Firefly Lane by Kristen Hannah30:42 - Out Of The Ruins: The Apocalyptic Anthology 32:19 - Goblin: A Novel In Six Novellas by Josh Malerman- Station Eleven / The Glass Hotel / Sea Of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel37:27 - She And Her Cats: Stories by Makoto Shinkai (Author), Naruki Nagakawa (Author), Ginny Tapley Takemori (Translator)40:01 - Death At Bishop's Ke...2024-07-161h 16
LIVRA-TE#113 - One Hit WondersTodos conhecemos bem o sentimento de amar um livro e não correr tão bem na segunda experiência com o autor. Neste episódio falamos dos autores que foram One Hit Wonders na nossa vida e também de autores por quem estamos a torcer que não se enquadrem nessa categoria.
Livros mencionados neste episódio:
- Six Days in Rome, Francesca Giacco (1:29)
- Funny You Should Ask & Once More with Feeling, Elisa Sussman (6:22)
- Behind Closed Doors & The Prisoner, B.A. Paris (6:43)
- The Hating Game & Second First Impressions, Sally Thorne (8:25)
- The Vanishing Half & The Mothers...2024-02-2844 min
The BookmarkBook Three, Chapter 4: "With Hopeful Trepidation" featuring Erin SapusekLaura and Rachel are kicking off the new year with new reading goals AND preparing you for Winter Reading by recommending books for all ages, with a little help from former literature and communication teacher, Erin Sapusek. Though she left the classroom in 2023, Erin's passion for reading at all age levels makes her an expert in recommending books for all of your people this winter!
Book Bundles discussed in this episode:
Books by Neil Gaiman
Fortunately the Milk
Coraline
Stardust
Chu's Day
The Graveyard Book
The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Blueberry...2024-01-021h 26
Pages n' PagesChapter 122: Falling Into Fall ReadsIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we give some recommendations for books to read this fall. Whether these books give major fall vibes, take place in the fall or are kind of spooky, we talk about all of them!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading
A Psalm for the Wild-Built (Monk and Robot #1) by Becky Chambers and narrated by Em Grosland
Assistant to the Villian (Assistant to the Villian #1) by Hannah Nicole Maehrer and narrated by Em Eldridge
The Shadow Wand (The Black Witch...2023-10-3156 min
Own Your IntuitionAyurveda, Returning to Love and Getting Situated in Yourself with Erin CaspersonAn beautifully unfiltered conversation with Erin Casperson, the Director of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda . Tune in and you'll hear topics like:Is Ayurveda and other healing modalities another way for people to feel bad about themselves? Erin's wisdom of what a successful birth looks likePatterns of control and feeling safe in the world How Ayurveda walks you through the stages and transitions of your life How to pay attention to the little signals your body gives you Myths around “bad” foods and AyurvedaComing into relationship with yourself on a deeper level Perfectionism in the health and healing world Wha...2023-07-121h 22Pages n' PagesChapter 103: Five Star AuditIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we take a look at our five-star reads throughout the past few years and try to find things in common between them. What makes a book a five-star read? Found family trope? Paranormal romance? Listen and find out!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
Pax (Pax #1) by Sara Pennypacker
Summer of ‘69 by Elin Hildebrandt and narrated by Erin Bennett
Witch King by Martha Wells and narrated by Eric Mok- Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an adva...2023-06-201h 17
V lese slov079. Týdenní čtecí vlog #1O tom jak vypadá můj úplně obyčejný čtecí týden.
V podcastu mluvím o knihách:
- Výdech - Ted Chiang
- Lampář, lodivodka a kluk z továrny na slzy - Kateřina Havlíková
- Bouřlivé ticho - Raynor Winn
- Noční cirkus - Erin Morgenstern
- Co by můj syn měl vědět o světě - Fredrik Backman
- InTyMně - Markéta Lukášková
- Cizincem v Olondrii - Sofia Samatar2023-06-1937 min
LIVRA-TE#81 - Livra-te no Espaço (Book Tag)Fomos de foguetão até à book tag dos planetas e exigimos justiça por Plutão. Como não poderia faltar, trazemos muitas recomendações, comentários e o caos do costume. 🚀
Livros mencionados neste episódio:
- The School for Good Mothers, Jessamine Chan (1:22)
- O terceiro país, Karina Sainz Borgo (2:07)
- Small Things Like These, Claire Keegan (6:8)
- Galatea, Madeline Miller (7:19)
- Mr. Salary, Sally Rooney (7:26)
- Things We Do Not Tell the People We Love, Huma Qureshi (9:03)
- Hello Beautiful, Ann Napolitano (9:07)
- The Ex Hex, Erin Sterling (9:51)
- The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, V. E. Schwab (10...2023-06-1423 min
The Smartest People in the RoomEpisode 21 - Men Can Have Little A Woman, As A TreatWe're gettin' it together, folks. This week we talk a lot about Matt Damon, Lily Gladstone, Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Sofia Coppola, plus Killers of the Flower Moon and Beau Is Afraid.
Movies discussed (* indicates spoilers):
Air, BlackBerry, The Martian, The Last Duel, Hustlers, Erin Brockovich, The Departed*, Promised Land, Downsizing, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
The Terminator, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Terminator: Dark Fate
Beau Is Afraid, Hilma, Showing Up, First Cow
Killers of the Flower Moon*, Uncharted, The Whale, Certain Women
Body Double, Phantom of the Paradise, The Rocky...2023-05-231h 00
LIVRA-TE#73 - Dia Mundial do Livro (Desafio 54321)Não podíamos deixar passar a semana em que se celebra o Dia Mundial do Livro e, por isso, trazemos uma book tag meio inspirada, meio inventada. Até parece que não falamos de livros nos outros dias todos da nossa vida, mas vocês já sabem que nós não perdemos uma efeméride. 🤪
Livros mencionados neste episódio:
- Pachinko, Min Jin Lee (2:19)
- Starless Sea, Erin Morgenstern (4:29)
- Open Water, Caleb Azumah Nelson (12:09)
- A Sombra do Vento, Carlos Ruiz Záfon (12:52)
- People We Meet On Vacation, Emily Henry (12:58)
- One Day, David Nicholls (13:09)
- Gone Girl, G...2023-04-1929 minHappily Booked: A BookcastS1, E32 - We are just a couple of bookish bums in this episode!Send us a text4:27 - Brooke’s Cow Earrings - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1221198442/flower-crown-clay-cow-earring-stud?ref=yr_purchases10:15 - Love Is Never Lost by Faye Madden13:12 - Eventown by Corey Ann Haydu15:15 - The Eye Of The World by Robert Jordan20:17 - Age Of Myth by Michael J. Sullivan21:43 - How To Wash A Cat by Rebecca M. Hale22:32 - Warrior Cats Series by Erin Hunter23:59 - Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling 25:05 - Faceless Killers by Henning Mankell 26:18 - Nolyn by Mich...2023-04-101h 04
The Book Snug PodcastChapter 9: 3 Peas in a Pod (The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell with Jo Hart)Send us a textToday we're introducing the pilot episode of our new series called "3 Peas in a Pod". We've invited a special guest to choose a book for the three of us to read and then discuss together. Our special guest is Jo Hart (Stephany's mom and Julia's Nana). Jo chose The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell to discuss with us on the show and we a had a great time digging into the story and sharing our thoughts. Beware - there are many spoilers in this episode! Books mentioned in this...2023-03-221h 26
Les collectionneuses d'histoiresEpisode #7 - Nos envies lecture de 2023Bonjour et bienvenue sur ce 7éme épisode des collectionneuses d'histoires !
Pour cette épisode, on a voulu partager la petite (enfin pas tellement) liste de livre qu'on aimerait vraiment lire cette année 2023. Blandine vous parle aussi de quelques séries qu'elle aimerait bien (enfin) voir.
On espère que ça vous plaira. N'hésitez pas à partager vos futurs lectures avec nous, et on serait ravi d'avoir vos retours sur l'épisode 😊
Les livres dont on a parlé :Under the whispering door, T.J KluneLa mer sans étoiles, Erin MorgensternLa quête d'Ewil...2023-01-221h 06
Everyone Loved It But MeA Man Called Ove RevisitedLisa revisits A Man Called Ove written by Fredrik Backman in light of the movie, A Man Called Otto, which was released in January 2023. The movie A Man Called Ove was released as a Swedish film in 2015 and now this new version features Tom Hanks and is set in America. This story delves into the differences between the two movies. In addition to her analysis of the movies, Lisa includes the original episode where she and her guest Erin Cataldi analyze the book. Erin is a librarian in Indiana and writes reviews you can find here...2023-01-1851 min
Unapologetically You with Lisa Gbeing neurodivergent is a super power. yeah mean, being neurodivergent just means you got super powers.I interview Erin Backman and we talk alllll things neurodivergence.what is neurodivergence?Neurodiversity, Neurodivergence, or Neurovariance, refers to variations in the human brain and cognition, for instance in sociability, learning, attention, mood and other mental functions. (cited from Wikipedia)I was diagnosed with ADHD just a year ago, and have been medicated since. it has been LIFE CHANGING to actually start to understand why my brain works the way it works.Erin has created a brand that allows...2022-11-081h 21Pages n' PagesChapter 63: Books We'd Sell Our Souls to Read AgainDo you have a favorite book that you love so much that you could read it again for the first time? Read those beautiful words and get to know those characters all over again? In this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we talk about the books that we would sell our souls to be able to read again for the first time.
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
A Court of Mist and Fury (ACOTAR #2) by Sarah J Maas
One Night in Garoureve by Elle M. Drew
Lov...2022-09-132h 10
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 59- In Their Defense, They Would've Been Interesting Two Books Ago (A Memory of Light)Send us a textIt's monumental. This is our last discussion episode on A Memory of Light! Hannah is comfy. Laura is snacking. We discuss birthdays (and births) and learn that some things never change (especially in Laura's case). Hannah is nervous and also excited about her buddy read for #MEGAMAY and is cautious when it comes to suggesting books for people to read. Then we talk for a solid hour about how conflicted we were about the final installment to The Wheel of Time series.Media Mentions:The Wheel of Time series b...2022-05-251h 26
Quick PicksEpisode 28: Our Favorite SeriesWe have become a binging society, and what better to binge than a scrumptious book series? Tana and I have read and continue to read a ton of series of multiple genres and we're sharing a few of our favorites.
Discussed:
John Sandford: Lucas Davenport, Virgil Flowers, and Letty Davenport
William Kent Krueger: Cork O'Connor
Robert B. Parker: Spenser, Jesse Stone, and Sunny Randall
Sara Paretsky: V.I. Warshawski
Elizabeth Berg: Mason
Stephen King & Richard Chizmar: The Button Box
JoJo Moyes...2022-04-1534 min
The Bookstorian PodcastS4 E10 Reading Challenge Roulette with @cupsandthoughtsThe Bookstorian Podcast. A podcast for booklovers and bookstagrammers.Spoiler FreeBooks mentioned in this podcast:The Spanish Deception by Elena Armas / @thebibliothequeBeartown by Fredrik BackmanUs Against You by Fredrik BackmanWords in the Deep Blue by Cath CrowleyChromotopia by David ColeMatilda by Roald DahlRebecca by Daphne du MaurierA Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly JacksonGood Girl, Bad Blood by Holly JacksonThe Seven Husbands of Ev...2022-03-2757 minEveryone Loved It But MeA Man Called Ove Lisa and her guest Erin Cataldi discuss A Man Called Ove written by Fredrik Backman. Erin is a librarian in Indiana and writes reviews that you can find here. This show contains spoilers. This book is a light-hearted book about curmudgeon Ove, a 59-year-old man who is set in his ways and angry about most everything. Lisa and Erin discuss how Ove changes his tune and his heart grows several sizes, similar to the Grinch. Backman described in a New York Times piece that he gained the inspiration after reading an article about a man nam...2022-01-1945 min
Living A Life Through BooksS4E16 - Book Club: A Man Called Ove by Fredrick BackmanSPOILER ALERT: We are discussing the book A Man Called Ove by Fredrick Backman. We had a lively discussion with this one. Hope you have read the book and are able to enjoy the journey of reading this one.
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Ink Drinkers: A Literary Tea Party PodcastEp. 17: Books to Look Forward to in 2022All books are listed in order of release date. Books with an * denote Top 5.
The Paris Bookseller by Kerri Maher (January 11)
Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon (January 11)
One Night on the Island by Josie Silver (February 14)
#FollowMe for Murder by Sarah Burr (February 22)
The Broken Room by Peter Clines (March 1)
The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James (March 15)
Nine Lives by Peter Swanson (March 15)
Hook, Line, & Sinker by Tessa Bailey (March 15)
Lost Coast Literary by Ellie Alexander (March 29)
Welcome to the Neighborhood by Lisa Roe (April 5)
Year on Fire by Julie Buxbaum (April 12)
The No-Show by Beth...2022-01-1027 min
Live Well Anyway2021 Reading in Review with Katie and MacKenzieThis week on Live Well Anyway, MacKenzie Koppa and Katie Duckett review their reading lives of 2021, share their challenges and their wins, and talk about some of their plans for reading in the new year. Have your TBR lists ready because this episode is full of titles that you will want to add!
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Pages n' PagesChapter 17: Scary Stories 3, We are Finally FreeIn this week’s episode of Pages n’ Pages, we have reached the official end of our Spooktober Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark re-read! Has Sophia finally watched the movie adaptation? No. Will Morgan eventually make her? Yes. Stay tuned until the end of the episode to find out Sophia’s new rap name.
Books we mention:
The Lost Child of Philomena Lee: A Mother, Her Son and a 50 Year Search/Philomena by Martin Sixsmith,
Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefleur,
The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas,
Anxious People by Frederik Backman,
Know M...2021-10-261h 24
What You Should ReadYou Should Read: Our Fall Backlist Bucket List!Send us a textHi, Should-Heads! We're about to be incredibly optimistic and share the five books we're each determined to read before the end of the year. Will we do it, or are we setting ourselves up for failure? Book News: Stephen King short story: https://www.humblebundle.com/books/humble-charity-red-screen-stephen-king-books Supply chain problems: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/manufacturing/article/86833-high-costs-services-disruptions-plague-book-biz-supply-chain.html Currently Reading: Julia: All the Feels (Olivia Dade) and Obviously: Stories From My Timeline (Akilah Hughes)Kelly: The Unheard (Nicci...2021-09-1452 minPages n' PagesChapter 9: First Rule of Book Club...What's the first rule of book club? Never stop talking about book club. Or something like that, anyway. In this week's episode we talk about the book club we are both a part of at our local library. We discuss are favorite and least favorite books we've read so far, and what keeps bringing us back week after week. Are you part of a book club? Tell us all about it!
Books we mention in this episode:
Interview with a vampire by Ann Rice,
The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun,
His Beauty by Jack Harbon,
Wicked V...2021-08-311h 10
Beyond Books106: Reading SnapshotListen as we chat about some of our favorite books we've read so far in 2021!
Our Top Books so far:
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke, If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab, Seeds Planted in Concrete by Bianca Sparacino, The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon, Anxious People by Frederik Backman, Once Upon a River by Diane Setterfield, and Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach.
Our Honorable Mentions:
Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell...2021-07-1649 minBeyond Books105: Name That Book! And Other TriviaListen to us quiz each other about our favorite books!
One-Star Review Game inspired by Merphy Napier (YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7FW6FYqPLeQIXMSulBfOLw)
SPOILERS FOR THE GAMES BELOW:
Titles Mentioned:
- Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
- The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
- Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson
- Lord of the Rings Trilogy by JRR Tolkien
- Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
...2021-07-0250 min
Not Your DemographicNo Cops At PrideThis week on Not Your Demographic, Erin & Stella are terrible audience members, Stella is mainlining comics, Erin is yelling at cops, and they both learn a little about themselves through listener-submitted peg/marry/kills. Books discussed: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison & Frank Quietly Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? By Alan Moore New 52: Nightwing Vol 1-3 by Kyle Higgins X-men Vol 1 by Johnathan by Johnathan Hickman Excalibur Vol 1 by Tini Howard Fallen Angels by Bryan Edward...2021-06-061h 06
Building a Better LifeEpisode 043: Buh Bye Burnout!We’ve been dealing with COVID for over a year now and working from home and the boundary setting is pretty non-existent, so that means you might be feeling a little burned out right now. In episode 43, Erin shares some ways to know if you’re currently experiencing burn out at home or at work and ways that you can help deal with it. She even shares some of her personal experiences with it this year.
If you are dealing with more than just burn out, please reach out to a medical professional for assistance. Here are some...2021-03-1529 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 042 - Showing Up on Social w/ VideoOkay, you’re ready to show up and start doing videos on your social media feeds but you’re not quite sure where to start. That’s cool, Erin’s got you! In this episode, 042, she’ll share some things you’ll want to get in order before you start recording. As well as some things you need to consider when creating and posting video content.
You don’t have to be afraid to show up authentically with your audience anymore! They love videos and after 30 days, you will too!
Don’t forget to download the 50 Video Ide...2021-03-1028 min
Not Your DemographicBaby, but also a Leader.This week on Not Your Demographic, Erin & Stella talk about art, music, books, and THE ABSOLUTELY ABHORRENT TREATMENT OF THE AEW WOMEN'S ROSTER. But don't worry, they end on a high note with a Star Trek TOS fancast utilizing pro-wrestlers resulting in some truly transcendent ensemble. --- Books discussed: The School for Lies by David Ives By Night by John Allison Anxious People by Fredrik Backman The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Meet Cute: Some People are Destined to Meet by...2021-02-151h 18Building a Better LifeEpisode 041 - Make Your "Mess" Your MessageI see you, it’s hard to know what to post on social media. 2020 was rough and we have NO idea what to expect as an entrepreneur, let alone a human being, in 2021. Don’t fear, love! You can still show up on social media as yourself and make genuine connections with your followers.
In episode 41, Erin shares how you can show up authentically online and share your “mess” as part of your message to your followers. When we show up as ourselves, we are able to create the connections, engagement, and sales we’re wanting! Don’t be afraid...2021-02-0821 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 040 - Slayin' Your ScheduleIt’s a new year and you have SO many things you want to accomplish and grow in your life and business. The overwhelm is real!! I feel it, love! Don’t worry though, Erin’s got you.
In episode 40, Erin shares how you can plan your week in 15 minutes every Sunday and Slay Your Schedule. She shares how she plans her week and goes over how to add time in your week for yourself by getting into a routine with your schedule.
It’s time for us to own our schedule, and not let it own u...2021-01-1123 minV lese slov036. Prosinec, knihy a já #2Všechno, co jsem v prosinci přečetla a všechno, co mě zaujalo z právě vydaných knížek. Pokud mi chcete sdělit vaše tipy na čtení nebo cokoliv jiného, najdete mě na instagramu jako @les.slov 🙂 V podcastu mluvím o těchto knihách: Přečetla jsem: • Stříbrná cesta - Stina Jackson • Lev, čarodějnice a skříň - C. S. Lewis • Věci, na které nastal čas - Petra Soukupová • Volání netvora - Patrick Ness • Skřítek - Antti Leikas • Atomové návyky - James Clear • Utajený les - David Haskell • Vánoční koleda - Charles Dickens • Ilustr...2021-01-0223 min
So Novel PodcastBookstagrammers Discuss Their Top 3 Reads Of 2020In today's episode, you will hear from some of my favourite bookstagrammers! Not only are these accounts amazing, but they've always supported my account and this podcast, so I hope you enjoy hearing from them and discovering their top 3 reads of the year, as well as what they are most looking forward to in 2021.
@nellreadsbooks
1 Maggie O’Farrell - Hamnet
2 Erin Hortle- The Octopus and I
3 Stan Grant- Talking To My Country
2021- Deborah Levy- Real Estate
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3 Abi Dare- The Girl With Th...2020-12-2840 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 039 - How to Create Content with ConfidenceCurious about what content to include on your website about your pricing? Unsure about how to talk about money or your prices on social media? Well, have I got the podcast episode for you!
In episode 39, Erin discusses a few ways to share your pricing with current and potential clients and customers. We’ll talk about websites, social media, and a little bit on audience conversions!
Now let’s get crystal clear about our pricing with our customers and clients.
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***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for info...2020-11-2300 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 038 - You Gotta STOP Being a People Pleaser!Okay, we’re getting into something HOT today! Erin discusses one of the more common issues she encounters when working with creative entrepreneurs when it comes to pricing and their businesses, people pleasing.
In episode 38, Erin shares the ten signs you’re a people pleaser, as well as what those behaviors look like as a creative entrepreneur. She then takes a few minutes to share three different strategies to combat those behaviors and finally kick them to the curb!
You deserve to earn more year over year, don’t be afraid love! People will still...2020-11-1600 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 037 - What's more important, your time or money?Okay, so you know that you need to change your pricing but you just don’t know how the hell you’re going to do that. Well, love, it starts with your mindset. In the second installment in her series on Charging Your Worth, Erin discusses how your mindset makes all the difference when pricing your services or products.
In this episode, Erin reviews the difference between a Money Mindset and a Time Focused Mindset. She discusses the two resources and why switching your focus from money to time that you’ll make it easier to attrac...2020-11-0900 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 036: Why is it so damn hard to price your services or products?Are you a creative trying to make a living but struggling to know how to price your services or goods? Maybe you know you offer an amazing product or service but have NO idea where to get started to price yourself.
In this episode, Erin will review some of the psychology behind how and why consumers choose to purchase from you. She shares several examples how to begin rethinking your pricing for a few different creative careers, from a social media marketing manager, life coach, hairstylist, and even an Etsy shop owner!
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...2020-11-0300 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 035 - Why You Need to Change Your CareerWhy is it important to review your job history often? Well if you aren’t happy at your current job or career, it’s a great way to see the pros and cons of your past jobs to avoid making the same mistakes in the future!
Erin reviews her own job history to share with you, her listeners, that she’s just like you, and has had ALL kinds of jobs! It’s okay! As long as we’re learning from each job and getting closer to what our passion is, it’s not in vain.
...2020-10-2600 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 034 - Career Transition Interviews - No Bitch, You Need Money w/ Brandie MorrisJoin Erin with one of her good friends, Brandie Morris, of @averiealexanderllc She works full time and is building her empire through her Etsy shop, Averiealexander. She started her shop by creating baby beanies but it was when she pivoted in May and started making face masks. In her first month after her pivot, she made over $1000 with ZERO advertising!
Be prepared for lots of EFF bombs and lots of giggles!
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Building a Better LifeEpisode 33: Career Transition Interviews - Invest in Yourself with Jewell Staley - Entrepreneur CoachJoin us on today's episode of Building a Better Life, where Erin interviews Jewell Staley, an Entrepreneur Coach! She shares how she has made several pivots in her career, from working on Wall Street, to designing luxury homes for resale, to her current passion, coaching other entrepreneurs!
She's hosting an amazing FREE challenge, Employee to Entrepreneur, from 10/8-10/14, sign up here!
You can find Jewell here on Instagram and on her website. Thank you so much for listening and be sure to follow her!
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Building a Better LifeEpisode 32: Career Transition Interviews - Let's Get Neuro Nasty w/ Carolyn ChyliaJoin us on today's episode of Building a Better Life, where Erin interviews Carolyn Chylia, a Coach who focuses on Energetic Alignment for Soul-Led Entrepreneurs! She discusses how she worked through her own Imposter Syndrome to show up more authentically for her clients. Her combination of kinesiology and neuro-linguistic programming helps her to heal her clients' mind, body, and soul.
You can find Carolyn here on Facebook, Instagram, and on her website. Thank you so much for listening and be sure to follow her!
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Building a Better LifeEpisode 31: Balance is BULLSHIT!Can we have balance in our lives? How is it even possible? Balance and Harmony are two different sides of the same coin and in today’s episode, Erin shares her thoughts on the two. She shares how to save your sanity while being a working mother.
Want to save time at home by utilizing the cleaning routine Erin discusses? Purchase it HERE! It’s only $10 and you can take the simple system that I created and get your shit together at home!
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***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for...2020-09-2822 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 030 - Honest Motherhood: Working Mama Chat w/ Sara MoonHave you ever wondered if changing careers based on the different phases of your life? Or are you currently making sacrifices in your career for your children right now? Maybe you're doing something you're not IN LOVE with because, well, you just have to. Life is hard right now. Being a Mama is hard, but it's even harder if we're not able to talk with other Mamas. That's why I love doing this podcast during this pandemic, because I'm able to connect with other Mamas and talk about how we're all handling work and motherhood in this crazy time.2020-09-2136 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 29: She's a Workin' Mum ft. Karla of Raising Little LovesErin interviews fellow toddler mum, Karla. She hails from London in the UK and has two young daughters, ages 3 and 1. She discusses her current work situation, working part time for a technology company, and her own side business that she runs with her husband on Etsy.
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4 mins - Karla shares about her career.
9 mins - Her experience as a Mum of 2 girls.
20 mins - Words of Affirmation with your children
22 mins - Mental Load of Motherhood
24 mins - Karla's...2020-09-0750 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 28: Career Change Series - Going All In!When you're ready to just CHANGE shit up and just want to have a new career or job like yesterday, this episode is for you!
This is the 5th and final part of this series and we're wrapping it up in a nice bow for ya!
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Erin shares some of the key ways that you can get started with your Career Change:
Identify Your Passion
Identify Your Why (Check out this video about Finding Your Why with Simon Sinek) (here's his book too)
Identify Your Target Market &...2020-09-0128 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 27 - Career Change Series: So You Want a Side HustleJoin Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 4th episode of a 5 part series on Career Change.
Today she's talking about all things Side Hustle related. If you're ready to get some inspiration and motivation to get your own side hustle started, take a listen!
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Topics Covered in the Episode:
* Types of Side Hustles
* What we need to figure out regarding our Side Hustle before we get started
* What makes a successful Side Hustle Launch
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If you're ready...2020-08-2623 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 26 - Career Change Series: How to Make a Shift in Your CareerJoin Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 3rd episode of a 5 part series on Career Change.
She'll discuss some tips for navigating a career shift at your current company, as well as some things to get started if you're interested in completely changing your career. You don't have to go it alone!
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Topics Covered in the Episode:
* Review what we've covered in the series so far
* What we need to start thinking about for executing a career change
* What we can do if we want to shift...2020-08-1915 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 25: Career Change Series - Part 2 - Finding Your PassionJoin Business Coach, Erin Backman, on the 25th Episode of her podcast and the 2nd episode of a 5 part series on Career Change.
She'll review why it's important that you follow your passion in your career and how deeply it impacts not only your work like but your home life as well.
Women shouldn't feel confined to stay in one role that they hate or even one they tolerate. Make this year yours!
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How to find your passion
What is passion...2020-08-1322 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 24 - Career Change Series Part 1 - Career Fulfillment: What You're MissingThis marks the start of a 5 part series dedicated to the Career Change! If you're tired of working that 9-5 or maybe you just want to promote where you're at or hell, maybe you just want a WHOLE NEW LIFE too, this series has you covered!
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Erin shares about her own experiences related to career fulfillment and outlines the 5 steps that you can take right now if you're not feeling fulfilled at work!
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Building a Better LifeEpisode 023: Career Change in Your 20sWelcome back to another Career Change Episode. This time Erin interviews Lorena Martinez, Co-Owner of The Colour Bar Salon, which has two locations in Sacramento, CA.
3:00 A Little About Lorena & Her Education History
21:00 Deciding to Change Careers - Attend Hair School
26:15 Timeline of Lorena’s Careers
28:00 Experiencing Burnout Early
33:45 You Will Still Experience Burnout in something you love too
36:00 Why She decided to open a salon straight out of Beauty School
41:30 Possible Partnership - First Years of Business
52:00 Connections are Powerful...2020-07-231h 17Building a Better LifeEpisode 022: Mama Chat - Losing Your IdentityErin is joined again on Building a Better Life by fellow working Mama, Megan Sykes, @iansmama822 .
The two discuss their own experiences with the transition from married life to motherhood, and how it affected their personal identities. You'll get an in depth look into how each of these working mamas is handling this transition and the changes to their own identities.
15 mins - Erin Sharing her experience - discusses how her look and clothes made a difference.
20 mins - Megan discusses some reasons why women work - and...2020-07-151h 06Building a Better LifeEpisode 021: Time Blocking 101Erin reviews one of her favorite time saving techniques, time blocking.
She shares 3 tips for beginners to get started with time blocking and some additional tips for those who are ready to level up with their time saving!!
As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook!
If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree:
https...2020-07-0713 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 020: Mama Chat - Maternity Leave w/ Megan SykesJoin Erin for a Mama Chat Episode. Today she's joined by fellow mama, Megan Sykes, a Canadian-American currently residing in Kansas City, MO. They discuss what Maternity Leave looks like in Canada versus the United States and Erin and Megan share their experiences with their own leaves in their states.
The two discuss Type A Motherhood, Parental Leave, and finding a neighborhood.
2:00-13:00: Parental Leave in Canada
24:30 Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
35:00 Personal Growth & Learning Lessons from Motherhood
36:00 Megan's Transition Back to Work 2020-06-291h 02Building a Better LifeEpisode 019: Let's Talk Cognitive Dissonance and Black Lives MatterErin discusses the psychological term Cognitive Dissonance and how White folks can be an ally in Black Lives Matter.
She shares her to experiences as a middle class White woman, going to a mostly White college, in California.
She goes off script (no planned outline today haha) and wants to share how she's really feeling. So this episode has a lot of F bombs!
To keep the conversation going, you can follow Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman
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She discusses her college education, all of her career changes and education changes in her 20s, as well as how she decided to switch careers completely in her 30s to being a full time hairstylist and now part time Career Transition Coach.
If you've ever thought about changing your career and you're just not where to start, Mama...2020-06-0626 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 017: The Art of the ReframeToday Erin gets down and dirty talking about your brain and how we can use this popular and simple CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) technique in our everyday lives to improve our mood and overall happiness.
She reviews what a Cognitive Distortion is and how to work against those automatic negative thoughts that pop up. She also goes into detail about how we use the 4 steps of REFRAMING to work toward that better future.
As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of...2020-05-2714 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 016: Self-Care. What does it REALLY mean?Self-Care has been ALL the rage for the last few years, but since the onset of Coronavirus and the quarantine, there's been a bigger push to really understand what the term even means.
Erin reviews the definition of what self-care is and outlines what it is not.
She also goes over the three areas of your life that you can work on self-care and gives some suggestions for how to recharge those three areas of your life.
As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite...2020-05-2015 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 015: The Four AgreementsIn today's episode, Erin discusses some of the key principles from the popular book, The Four Agreements, by don Miguel Ruiz.
She reviews the premise of the book as well as reviewing what the Four Agreements are and how we can apply those to our lives, especially right now during the Coronavirus Pandemic.
As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook!
If you're needing support...2020-05-1313 min
Building a Better LifeEpisode 14: Mother's Day Chat w/ Amy RamseyHappy Mother's Day!
Erin sits down with fellow coach, Amy Ramsey, from Evolve Coaching Group to discuss Mother's Day and a few things motherhood related.
If you're currently a mama or one who is still struggling with Infertility, Erin and Amy share a little from their experiences.
They also discuss what Mother's Day is like after infertility. Amy shares some insights on her journey in motherhood and Erin shares a little of her story as well.
Feel free to get your mom-osa ready or...2020-05-1039 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 013: How are YOU responding during Coronavirus?During today's episode, Erin discusses two of the anxiety responses that many of those affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic are experiencing.
Some of us are trying to do "all the things" while some of us are just trying to avoid anything and everything.
We're seeing a rise in anxiety and depression across the world in relation to the quarantine and many individuals are even flip flopping between the anxiety responses.
Erin shares her experience with her audience as it relates to her productivity and battle with depression and anxiety. 2020-05-0615 min
The Farmeress and FriendsHelping Kids Become Great Readers with Leslie TreatFor this first episode of the Farmeress and Friends podcast, I talk with Leslie Treat who is an elementary teacher specializing in reading instruction. On the weekends, Leslie heads to the public library to tutor reluctant readers. We talk about parents teaching children at home in the age of coronavirus, popular book series for kids, reading milestones, common reading challenges, and Accelerated Reader. We also visit about her school’s bullying program and how it is empowering kids to help each other. Leslie has taught in both rural and urban settings, and we visit about how those experiences have di...2020-05-0100 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 012: How to Deal with a Sense of Loss or GriefOh my goodness!! All the feels you guys!
On today's episode, Erin shares what the Grief Process is (Kubler Grief Cycle)
1) Denial
2) Anger
3) Bargaining
4) Depression
5) Acceptance
She also reviews the similarities of the grieving process and what a sense of loss feels like.
She shares resources for how to move through the grieving process and a few books:
1) The ONE Thing by Gary Keller https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results...2020-04-2219 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 011: Finding a Support System/GroupOn today's episode, Erin shares with her listeners why support groups/systems are so powerful and what you can do to find one!
She reviews what they increase in an individual, as well as what it helps decrease (hint: depression, stress, and anxiety).
If you're looking for more resources, check out her linktree.com/erinmbackman or 12steps.org if you need a virtual 12 step program.
Here's the hoping you find your tribe!!
Be sure to leave a review of Building a...2020-04-1513 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 010: What the?!?!! QUARTER LIFE CRISIS TIME!Erin breaks down what a Quarter-Life Crisis is!!
She shares her story of her quarter-life crisis and how she overcame it as well as some strategies to work through it and thrive after it!
You don't have to have it all figured out and shouldn't be SHOULDING all over yourself!!
This is a time for you to explore what you might like doing, who you want to be, and try shit out! Make mistakes babe! It's all part of the process.
2020-04-0817 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 009: What's the Difference Between Coaching & TherapyErin discusses the difference between coaching and therapy on today's episode.
She'll review the following:
- What they each are
- What they can offer you as a client
- Why you would want to choose one over the other
- Why you may want both in your life
Be sure to follow Erin on Instagram @erinmbackman and leave a review on your favorite podcasting platform!
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She also breaks down some strategies on what you can do right NOW to strengthen your resilience muscle:
1) Work on Self-Confidence
2) Create a realistic plan & stick to it
3) Manage your feelings
4) Build Communication Skills
5) Build Problem Solving Skills
Share with your friends and family on instagram, facebook or tiktok, be sure to tag Erin...2020-03-2523 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 007: Anxiety...How Can I Handle It?Erin discusses some tactics for dealing with anxiety that may be caused by the current health issue that is effecting most of the world, COVID-19.
She reviews the definition of anxiety, as well as mass hysteria.
She then covers 7 ways to help with your anxiety:
1) Box Breathing
2) Talk to Someone
3) Best Case/Worst Case/Most Likely
4) Journaling
5) Abstaining from Social Media/Media
6) Activities that Bring Joy
7) Exercise
We're all...2020-03-1817 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 006: One word, NO!Erin discusses why saying NO can change your life.
She reviews why saying YES all the time is a form of people pleasing and shares Psychology Today's definition for "How to Know You're a People Pleaser"
- What is People Pleasing
- Why we People Please
- Why It's Making Our Lives Shitty
- How to Stop the Cycle of People Pleasing
- Why Saying No is an Act of Self-Care
***Be sure to leave a review on your...2020-03-1224 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 005: Why is Negative Self-Talk Ruining My Life?Erin sits down and discusses how negative self-talk is ruining your life.
She reviews exactly what it is, provides examples from her life and also shares some strategies on how to stop your negative self talk.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support2020-03-0413 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 004: Ok, Boomer!Erin discusses Boomers and Millennials in the workplace.
- What is a Boomer?
- What is a Millennial
- How are the two generations different in the workplace
- How to bridge the gap between Boomers and Millennials
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She'll review what a WHY is, why you want to know it, how you can figure it out and she'll discuss her own WHY.
Bonus points for anyone who takes the time to count how many times she says WHY in the episode!!
Books Referenced:
Find Your Why - Simon Sinek https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-Why-Practical-Discovering/dp/0143111728
Start With Why...2020-02-2116 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 002: Can I get some (self)-love?Erin discusses the topic of self-love/self-compassion.
She reviews what negativity bias is and why we are usually self-critical instead of being self-compassionate.
She shares her own struggles with it in relation to her weight, career change, and becoming a mother.
She shares 5 strategies to get on the path for showing yourself more love and compassion this week.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erin-backman/support2020-02-1324 minBuilding a Better LifeEpisode 001: Who the h-e-double hockey sticks am I?Get a little info on your host, Erin Backman. She'll review a little about where she grew up, her education background, and how she transitioned from a corporate management career to doing hair five years ago.
It's a short and quick episode but enjoy!
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The Hobby Shelf13. Winter RecommendationsLooking for something wintery to read or play? We have a list of great recommendations for you. All of the books and boardgames we mention in the show are in the show notes. And remember, keep expanding your shelf!
Games:
Dead of Winter: A Crossroads Game
Champions of Midgard
Reavers of Midgard
Ticket to Ride: Nordic Countries
The Final Flicktier
Flip Ships
Risk: Game of Thrones
Books:
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
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The Direct Seller's PodcastOn Air Coaching with Erin BackmanSend us a textToday’s episode begins the first of our on-air coaching calls. Rachel is coaching Erin Backman, a stylist in Sacramento, CA, who is wanting to grow her business and make more profit. Listen in to this coaching call, as we dive deep into Erin’s business and the things that are holding her back. I know you can benefit from listening to a coaching session, and learning things that help you with your own business. Here’s to learning!Show Highlights:At 2:10, Erin defines where she wants...2019-09-1726 min
Broads and Books28: Head to HeadOne amazing listener (with the amazing name of Amy) suggested the theme of "sports." The Broads, as uncoordinated and afraid of competition as we are, went real loosey goosey on this theme. And this glorious episode was born. We've got picks that are about rivalries and head-to-head combat. Plus, we talk about our own sports misadventures and dreams, debate the merits of baking competitions, and imagine the possibilities of a magic bullet in Erin's head. It all makes sense in the end. ______________Our picks this week: 2019-09-1143 min
Chasing CreativeBonus Episode: A Year in ReadingReading is a big part of our creative lives, and we know the same is true of many of our listeners. We're giving you the rundown of our year in reading, including our top picks in a variety of genres, our favorite read-alouds for our kids, and the one book we BOTH couldn't finish! If mini book club is your favorite part of the podcast, this episode is for you!
Love the podcast and happy to see new episodes in your feed? Consider supporting us on Patreon. If everyone who listens gave $1 per month, we could cover...2018-12-171h 13