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A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 9. Jennifer Trevelyan (Re-reading, Mother's Guilt & Children as Narrators)In today's episode Hannah chats to debut author Jennifer Trevelyan about her novel A Beautiful Family. They discuss how Jennifer finally carved out writing time for herself & the guilt that came with that, the extensive list of writers that have influenced her and what the pros and cons were of having a child as narrator in this book. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps more of you to find us! For extra content you can find us over on Patreon and Substack. You can buy Jennifer's book here (UK),here (Australia) & here (U...2025-06-2531 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 8. Silvia Park (Adaptations, Robots & Scrapping Ideas)For today's episode Hannah was joined by debut novelist Silvia Park to discuss their sci-fi novel Luminous. They discussed how they went from working on a different novel for seven years to working on a children's book which became this novel for adults. They also chat about adaptations, fascinating research on robots, whether they could invite a robot into their own home and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, for more content you can find us via Patreon or Substack. You can find Silvia via InstagramYou can buy Luminous in the U...2025-06-1845 min
A Pair of BookendsHazel Barkworth, author of 'The Drownings' on Witch Trials, Campus Novels & Female RageOn today's episode Hannah was joined by writer Hazel Barkworth to discuss her latest novel The Drownings. (spoiler free) Aswell as writing and book chat, they discuss competitive swimming, body image, influencers & loads more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe- it's a free way to support the pod & means the world! For exclusive content you can find us via Patreon & Substack. You can follow Hazel via Instagram & you can buy her previous book Heatstroke here.You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks & other mentions in this episode:2025-06-0436 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 7. Daria Lavelle (Love Stories, Grief & Speculative Fiction)On today's episode Hannah was joined by debut author Daria Lavelle to discuss her novel Aftertaste.Aswell as discussing the book (spoiler free), Daria tells us her most romantic food memory, why we should all be going on food tours, her love of speculative fiction and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for further content you can find us via Patreon and Substack.You can follow Daria via Instagram, her website & TwitterYou can buy Aftertaste in the UK here & in the US here.You can follow us via...2025-05-2839 min
A Pair of BookendsLotte Jeffs, author of 'This Love' on Queer Parenting, IVF & FriendshipFor today's episode Hannah was joined by writer & podcaster Lotte Jeffs to discuss (spoiler free!) her debut novel This Love. We also discuss her experience of collaborating with poet Thomas Stewart to create the poetry of her character Ari, chosen family, why the gays do partying better & lots more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more content you can find us via Patreon & Substack. You can follow Lotte via Instagram or via https://lottejeffs.com/You can listen to her podcast with Stu Oakley here. Books & other mentions in this epi...2025-05-2139 min
A Pair of BookendsSaba Sams, author of 'Gunk' on Motherhood, Birth Scenes & BrightonOn today's episode Hannah was joined by Saba Sams to discuss her debut novel Gunk, listeners may remember Saba from our podcast back in 2023 when she joined us to discuss her award-winning short story collection Send NudesThey discuss Motherhood, the fear of infertility, living in the age of capitalism, short books & lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and if you'd like to support us further you can subscribe via Patreon or SubstackYou can follow Saba via Instagram Books & other mentions in this episode: Fun and Games by Jo...2025-05-1439 min
A Pair of BookendsMay Book Club with Agustina Bazterrica: Tender Is the Flesh Adaptation, Writing Horror & Climate ChangeFor our May Book Club episode Hannah was joined by author of the viral Tender Is the Flesh, Agustina Bazterrica to discuss her latest novel The Unworthy. They discuss why writing graphic horror scenes doesn't affect Agustina, the writers that have influenced her work & the books, TV & films she's been enjoying recently. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more content you can find us via Patreon. You can follow Agustina via Instagram, Twitter/X & Facebook. You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks & other mentions in this ep...2025-05-0750 min
A Pair of BookendsTop of Your TBR with Nat ReeveOn today's episode we are throwing it back to pod roots (OG listeners will remember this from 2022) by bringing back a Top of Your TBR episode where Hannah interviews an author about their book and the books they think should be at the top of YOUR TBR piles. For today's episode Hannah was joined by the novelist, researcher and lecturer Nat Reeve to discuss his novels Nettleblack and Earlyfate, his writing influences and the 5 books he thinks should be at the top of your reading piles. WRITING AGENTS - bafflingly, Nat Reeve has two amazing historical novels that are p...2025-04-3058 min
A Pair of BookendsJo Harkin, author of 'The Pretender' on Switching Genres, Lambert Simnel & Writing InfluencesOn today's episode Hannah was joined by Jo Harkin to chat about her latest novel The Pretender. They discuss how Jo ended up switching from Sci-Fi to Historical Fiction, her research process, the writers and books that influenced this book and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for extra content from us you can find us via Patreon. If you want to give us a follow you can do so via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok. You can buy Jo's previous novel Tell Me An Ending which was a New...2025-04-2337 min
A Pair of BookendsApril Book Club with Elif Shafak: Inequality in the Arts, Representing Marginalised Communities & Water ScarcityOn today's episde Hannah was joined by the wonderful Elif Shafak to discuss her latest novel There Are Rivers in the Sky which is out now in paperback. They discuss the importance of storytelling, not letting fear hold her back, why she wanted to write about the Yazidi people and so much more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more content you can find us via Patreon. You can find Elif via Instagram and via her Substack: Unmapped Storylands.You can find us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBo...2025-04-1648 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 6. Sarah Harman (Working with the Producers of The Bear, Sorrow and Bliss & Failure to Success)On today's episode Hannah was joined by Sarah Harman to discuss her debut novel All The Other Mothers Hate Me. They discuss how the failures in Sarah's previous career helped pave the way to writing her debut novel, winning the Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize, motherhood, messy female protagonists & lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, for more content you can find us over on Patreon.You can follow Sarah via Instagram or sign up to her upcoming newsletter here.You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok.Books & other...2025-04-0940 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 5. Holly Brickley (Saoirse Ronan/Austin Butler Adaptation, Music, 00's Nostalgia)For today's episode Hannah was joined by the wonderful debut author Holly Brickley to discuss her incredible novel Deep Cuts. They discuss what inspired Holly's love for music, our loss of 00's communication and how that affects romance, the exciting upcoming adaptation of her novel & loads more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for extra content you can find us via Patreon. You can follow Holly via InstagramYou can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks & other mentions in this episode:Deep Cuts playlistFundamentally by N...2025-04-0237 min
A Pair of BookendsBen Markovits, author of 'The Rest of Our Lives' on American Roadtrips, Basketball & Friday Night LightsOn today's episode Hannah was joined by American author Ben Markovits to discuss his latest novel The Rest of Our Lives. They discuss writing about his own illness through his protagonist, long-term marriage, basketball and more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. For more content you can find us over on Patreon. You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok.Books & other mentions in this episode: The Sun Also Rises by Ernest HemingwayTheir Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale HurstonPnin by Vladimir NabokovBe...2025-03-2625 min
A Pair of BookendsSusan Barker, author of 'Old Soul' on Female Monsters, Stephen King & It FollowsOn today's episode Hannah is joined by Susan Barker, author of Old Soul.Aswell as discussing the novel (spoiler free!), they chat about immortality and the anxiety around death and ageing, building tension in your writing and Susan brings with her a ton of recommendations from films to books!If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more content you can find us over on Patreon. You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X& Tik Tok.You can follow Susan via Instagram.Books & other mentions in this episode: The I...2025-03-1940 min
A Pair of BookendsMarch Book Club with David Szalay: Great Opening Chapters, Mental Health & the UK's treatment of ImmigrantsFor our March Book Club episode Hannah was joined by Booker Prize shortlisted author David Szalay to discuss his latest book Flesh. Whilst they deep dive into the book, this chat is spoiler free. They chat about choosing to write a sad ending, featuring Covid in his book, the Immigrant experience and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. For more exclusive content you can find us over on Patreon. You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X and Tik Tok. You can find David via Facebook. Books & other mentions in...2025-03-1237 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 4. Dani Heywood-Lonsdale (Art, Grief & Peter Pan)Welcome to another episode in our Debut Spotlight series, on today's episode Hannah chats to author Dani Heywood-Lonsdale about her debut novel The Portrait Artist. They also discuss Art/Art History, writing diverse representation in historical fiction, grief & more. If you enjoy this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe and for more exclusive content find us over on Patreon.You can also follow us via Instagram, X & Tik Tok. You can find Dani via Instagram & XBooks & other mentions in this episode: The Pretender by Jo HarkinThe Picture of Dorian Gray by Osc...2025-03-0539 min
A Pair of BookendsFeb Book Club with Lizzie Damilola Blackburn: Love Island, Black Masculinity & Dealing with RejectionWelcome to our Feb Book Club episode, for this ep Hannah chatted to author of the much-loved novel Yinka, Where is Your Huzband? about her latest book The Re-Write. They discuss the impact of reality TV shows like Love Island, the important role of carers, Black Masculinity, how Lizzie learned to push through the struggles when writing her second book and more. If you enjoy this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe. For more exclusive content you can find us over on Patreon. You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok. You can follow Lizzie vi...2025-02-2627 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 3. Rachel Bower (Northern Characters, Gytrash & Coercive Control)On today's episode Hannah chats to Rachel Bower about her debut novel It Comes From The River. They discuss how Rachel found a writing community up north, the importance of erasing stereotypes, Northern myths & lots more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. If you want to follow Rachel & her work you can do so via Instagram. For more exclusive content you can find us over on Patreon. You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok. Books & other mentions in this episode: Briefly Very Beautiful by Roz DineenMisj...2025-02-1930 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 2. Lucy Steeds (Art Monsters, Food Writing & War Objectors)For today's Debut Spotlight episode Hannah was joined by author Lucy Steeds to discuss her debut novel The Artist. They discuss Art Monsters, 1920s Provence, how food became a funny editing process and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. For exclusive content you can find us via Patreon.You can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok.You can follow Lucy via Instagram.Books & other mentions in this episode: The Rabbit Hutch by Tess GuntyRegeneration by Pat Barkerhttps://www.lostwomenart.de/en/ch...2025-02-1246 min
A Pair of BookendsA Pair of Bookends Live @ Social Refuge/Queer Lit with Kate Fagan, author of The Three Lives of Cate KayWelcome to our FIRST EVER live recording! This event took place at Social Refuge, home of Queer Lit, in Manchester. Hannah interviewed Kate Fagan, author of Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick: The Three Lives of Cate Kay.Please note that the audio was slightly glitchy but we've done our very best with trying to make it sound as good as it can, some parts may sound slightly different to others but we hope you enjoy regardless! For this conversation Hannah and Kate discuss ambition, fame, success, writing process, mother/daughter dynamics and lots more. If you enjoy this episode...2025-02-051h 00
Systematic LeaderHow Great Leaders Build Trust and Engagement with Hannah MacDonald-DanneckerJoin Hannah and me as we discuss the importance of building systematic approaches to her leadership style. Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker is the managing partner of Better Together Group. One of my favorite parts of this interview was her system for coaching people. I’m going to use this in my business.
Highlights from the interview:
1. Importance of Empathy and Curiosity in Leadership
Hannah shares a story about driving 4 hours to fill in for a staffing role, demonstrating her commitment to the team and the business. She emphasizes the importance of leaders being fully engaged an...2025-02-0438 min
A Pair of BookendsJan Book Club with Nicola Dinan: Turning 30, Finding Success & The Importance of HumourWelcome to our January Book Club episode! For today's episode Hannah was joined by author Nicola Dinan to discuss her latest novel Disappoint Me. They discuss the pressures of turning 30, what success means, the vulnerability in writing sex scenes & lots more. There is also of course some chat on Nicola's debut novel, the wonderful Bellies. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more content you can find us via Patreon.You can find Nicola via Instagram. You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok.Books & other mentions in th...2025-01-2946 min
A Pair of BookendsS5 Debut Spotlight- 1. Catherine Airey (9/11, Irish History & Jonathan Franzen)Welcome back Bookends to Season 5 in our Debut Spotlight series, for this episode Hannah was joined by author of Confessions( out tomorrow!) Catherine Airey. They discuss her journey as a debut author, the impact of 9/11, researching via Reddit & lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. You can follow Catherine via Instagram & Twitter/X For more content from us you can find us via PatreonYou can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks & other mentions in this episode: Fast By The Horns by Moses McKenzie An O...2025-01-2243 min
A Pair of BookendsChristmas special 2024 with Claire Daverley: Top 5 Reads of 2024, Most Anticipated 2025 releases & What we're watching at XmasWelcome to our final episode of the year, the Christmas special! For today's episode Hannah was joined by author of Talking at Night, the wonderful Claire Daverley. They discuss their favourite reads of 2024, the 2025 releases they're excited for and all of the Christmas TV, Films & Music they love the most. For tickets to our first APOB Live recording in January click here.To follow Claire & her work you can find her via Instagram & Twitter/XTo pre-order Claire's second novel click here.You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks, Films, T...2024-12-181h 20
A Pair of BookendsBonus Books: The Ghosts of Paris with Tara Moss- Raymond Chandler, LGBTQ+ history & Becoming a Private InvestigatorFor this month's Bonus Books episode Hannah was joined by bestselling author, chronic pain & disability advocate & UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Tara Moss to discuss the latest in her Billie Walker mystery novels The Ghosts of Paris. They discuss her unusual research process, creating an iconic protagonist like Billie Walker, the treatment of women throughout history & lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps to boost us in the charts, for more exclusive content you can find us via Patreon.To follow Tara & her work you can find her via https://www.tararaemoss.com...2024-12-1142 min
A Pair of BookendsDecember Book Club with Hux (Lizzie Huxley-Jones): Christmas Books, Trans & Disability Representation & CommunityFor our final Book Club episode of the year (can you believe it!) Hannah was joined by the brilliant Hux (Lizzie Huxley-Jones) to discuss their latest book Under The Mistletoe with You. They discuss Christmas (of course), Gilmore Girls, the importance of community & loads more, if you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! To follow Hux & their work you can find them via https://lizziehuxleyjones.com/, Instagram &Tik Tok For more exclusive content you can find us via Patreon, you can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik...2024-12-041h 01
A Pair of BookendsThe Vagina Business with Marina Gerner: Femtech, Pink tax & FertilityOn today's episode Hannah was joined by author & journalist Marina Gerner to discuss her groundbreaking book The Vagina Business. They delve into the innovative breakthroughs happening in women's health, the lengthy research process for this book, period apps & much more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod and means the world. For extra exclusive content you can find us over on Patreon. For more from Marina you can follow her Substack, via LinkedIn,her website & InstagramYou can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik Tok2024-11-2738 min
A Pair of Bookends'Lights Out' with Louise Swanson: Northern Representation, A Little Life & Writing AdviceFor today's episode Hannah was joined by author Louise Swanson (Beech) to discuss her latest book Lights Out. They discuss Northern representation, the unsung heroes of the NHS, advice for writers facing lots of rejections, complicated families & lots more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod! For less than £3 a month you can access extra exclusive content via our Patreon. You can follow Louise & her work via her blog/website, Instagram, & Twitter/XYou can follow us via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokBooks me...2024-11-2044 min
The Inclusive AF PodcastGetting Inclusive AF with Hannah MacDonald-DanneckerJoin us as we get inclusive AF with Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker, managing partner of Better Together group! 🌍✨ In this compelling episode, Hannah dives deep into the mission behind her company’s staffing and consulting divisions, shares strategies for finding top talent in challenging industries, and offers invaluable advice on overcoming imposter syndrome.Discover the story behind her book, "Well Shit Time to Grow Up," as well as her journey of personal and professional growth during the pandemic. Hannah also sheds light on the unique challenges faced by Gen Z in today's evolving workforce, and the technol...2024-11-1341 min
A Pair of BookendsBonus Books- The Book of Witching with C.J. Cooke: Witch Trials, Misogyny & CultsOn today's Bonus Books episode Hannah is joined by the brilliant poet, novelist & academic C.J. Cooke to discuss her latest book The Book of Witching. They dive into the historic Witch Trial of Allison Balfour, chat about writing for different timelines and the evolution of language and loads more, if you enjoy please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! To follow Carolyn & her work you can find her via https://carolynjesscooke.com/, Instagram & Facebook For exclusive content from us & a recent episode on Intermezzo you can find us over on PatreonYou...2024-11-1335 min
A Pair of BookendsNovember Book Club with Eliza Clark (Author of She's Always Hungry): Body Horror, Climate Anxiety & Writing InfluencesFor our November Book Club episode Hannah was joined by the one & only Eliza Clark to discuss her new short story collection She's Always Hungry. They discuss Body horror, her writing influences, weird takeaway mishaps & more, if you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod and means the world! You can also find us over on Patreon. You can find Eliza over on Instagram and Twitter/XYou can find us on Instagram, Twitter/X& Tik TokFor all books mentioned in this episode click here2024-11-0633 min
A Pair of BookendsOctober Book Club with Marieke Bigg (author of A Scarab Where the Heart Should Be): Unlikeable female characters, cancel culture & beetlesFor our October Book Club episode Hannah was joined by author Marieke Bigg to discuss her latest novel A Scarab Where the Heart Should Be. They discuss Marieke's career so far and how she always knew she wanted to write fiction, they also talk about cancel culture, complex female characters, book recs and lots more. For more of Marieke's work you can find her website here. You can follow her on Instagram & Twitter/XIf you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe and for more exclusive content you can find us over on Patreon.Y...2024-10-3025 min
Growth Hacking CultureThe Ideal Work Culture for Gen Z - Expectations, Leading and Motivating GenZ with Hannah MacDonald DanneckerUnderstanding Generation Z's unique expectations and values is essential for businesses aiming to attract and retain top talent. This generation has distinct priorities that influence their career choices and workplace satisfaction. Companies that understand Gen Z's values can create a more appealing workplace culture, boost employee engagement, enhance their reputation as an employer of choice, and drive innovation by harnessing the creativity and problem-solving skills of Gen Z employees.
About Hannah
Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker is a Gen Z expert, public speaker, and advocate for bridging generational gaps in the workplace. As a member of Gen Z, she provides...2024-10-2353 min
A Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight Finale: Moira Buffini on her 'Songlight' trilogy, Gender roles & The ChrysalidsIt's the FINALE of Season 4 in our Debut Spotlight series and going out with a bang, Hannah was joined by BAFTA nominated screenwriter Moira Buffini to chat about her debut novel, the first in the YA 'Songlight' trilogy. They discuss the differences in writing for screen, stage and the page, why The Chrysalids by John Wyndham stayed with her, why YA books are for everyone and loads more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, tell a bookish pal etc, it all helps in reaching more of you! You can follow us via Instagram, X/Twitter & T...2024-10-2335 min
A Pair of BookendsLaura Kay, Author of 'Making It' on Creating Art, Depression & Writing SexOn today's episode Hannah was joined by the author Laura Kay to chat about her latest novel 'Making It' (spoiler free!) They discuss everything from chinchillas to writing sex scenes to the power of creating art, this chat also contains discussion around depression and anxiety so please bear that in mind before listening. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod and means the world! For more exclusive content you can support us here: https://www.patreon.com/APairofBookends and you can follow us via Twitter/X, Instagram & Ti...2024-10-1631 min
A Pair of BookendsBonus: In Conversation with Kate Mosse CBE, Founder of the Women's Prize & Author of 'The Map of Bones'For today's Bonus episode Hannah is in conversation with Kate Mosse, Novelist and Founder Director of our favourite literary prize, Women's Prize for Fiction and Non-Fiction. We discuss the fourth and final instalment in The Joubert Family Chronicles 'The Map of Bones', her research process and what she has taken from this epic twelve-year-long project. They also discuss her Women's Prize highlights, what screenwriter we could all learn from, why graveyards are a place of inspiration and loads more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the podcast and means...2024-10-0936 min
A Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 9. Lucy Jane Wood (90s Nostalgia, Magic & Female Friendship)For today's episode Hannah was joined by author & content creator Lucy Jane Wood, to discuss her new novel Rewitched.They discuss the positive side of being online & how it led to Lucy's unconventional publishing journey, magic, nostalgia and female friendship. You can subscribe to Lucy on Youtube here.If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe. You can follow Lucy via Instagram, Twitter/X & Tik TokYou can also follow us via Instagram, Twitter & Tik TokFor extra exclusive content, subscribe to our PatreonBooks mentioned in this episode: Intermezzo by Sal...2024-10-0238 min
A Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 8. James Roseman (Jewish Identity, Mental Health & All The Book Recs!)For today's episode Hannah was joined by James Roseman, to chat about his debut novel Placeholders. They discuss his unusual tale of being discovered as a writer, the writers that have inspired him, writing about Israel & Palestine, mental health and more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod & means the world.You can follow James via X/Twitter and InstagramYou can follow us via Instagram, Twitter and Tik TokBooks & authors mentioned in this episode: Jesus' Son by Denis JohnsonThe H...2024-09-2537 min
Building Better ManagersHannah MacDonald-Dannecker: Unlocking the Potential of Gen Z in the WorkplaceIn our latest podcast episode, we explore the unique characteristics and expectations of Gen Z employees. Join host Wendy Hanson and special guest Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker as they delve into the strengths and challenges of this digital-native generation. Learn how to effectively manage and integrate Gen Z into your organization, foster collaboration across generations, and create an environment that supports growth and innovation. Don't miss out on these valuable insights! Meet Hannah: Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker is an author, public speaker, Sales and Marketing Manager, Partner at The Better Together Group of Companies. She has a passion...2024-09-2436 min
A Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 7. Rachel Blackmore (Costanza, Baroque Art & Coercive Control)TW: This episode contains discussion around coercive control & male violence against women which some listeners may find distressingFor today's Debut Spotlight episode Hannah was joined by debut author Rachel Blackmore to chat about her new novel CostanzaThey discuss the importance of representation of women's stories in history, the writing & research process of this book, the London Writer's Salon community & much more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, it's a free way to support the pod and means the world. To gain exclusive content for less than £3 a month sign up to u...2024-09-1143 minA Pair of BookendsSeptember Book Club: Shy Creatures with Clare ChambersFor this month's Book Club episode, Hannah was joined by Women's Prize long listed author of 'Small Pleasures', Clare Chambers, to discuss her latest novel Shy Creatures. They discuss the true stories that inspired her books, her research into psychiatry, why the suburbs is such a great setting to write about and lots more. If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod and means the world.For less than £3 a month and for extra exclusive content you can support us via Patreon.You can follow Clare her...2024-09-0435 min
SHIFT with Elena AgarEpisode 185 - Family Business Dynamics and Gen Z Workplace Strategies with Hannah MacDonaldI had the incredible opportunity to chat with Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker on the "Shift with Elena Agar Podcast" to discuss her journey, experiences, and passion for mentoring the next generation.
From her early days as a substitute teacher in Florida, where she discovered her love for working with high schoolers, to her current role with the Better Together Group of Companies, every step has been a learning experience. One key takeaway? The importance of guiding Gen Z as they transition into the workforce.
On the podcast, we dove deep into: ✨ The importance of diverse age representation in the workplace. ✨ Building effe...2024-09-0338 minA Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 6. Bruce Omar Yates (Westerns, Camels & Identity Crises)Welcome back Bookends! On today's Debut Spotlight episode, Hannah chatted to debut author Bruce Omar Yates about his new novel The Muslim Cowboy (Dead Ink Books) (This discussion is spoiler free!)We discuss the various tropes of Westerns, the journey from song-writing to novel writing, the iconic camel character in Bruce's book & loads more!If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, it's a free way to support the pod and it means the world. You can also support & gain exclusive content via Patreon.You can follow Bruce via Instagram or Twitter, & to buy T...2024-08-2829 minA Pair of BookendsSeason Finale: Claire Daverley on Summer reading, creating relatable characters & successFor today's Bonus episode before a little Summer break, Hannah was joined by the wonderful Claire Daverley, author of Talking at Night. They discuss Summer reading plans, success after rejection, writing about OCD, the books Claire has loved this year & lots more, thank you also to those of you who submitted questions for Claire! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it's a free way to support the pod and it means the world! For more exclusive content you can also support via https://www.patreon.com/APairofBookendsYou can follow Claire via In...2024-08-0756 min
The Corporate BartenderThe Corporate Bartender - Decoding GenZ with Hannah MacDonald DanneckerWhat's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender!It's summer time and I can't believe it, but 2024 is more than half OVER!!Kids Today....that's the refrain, and it has been for time immemorial. More seasoned folks have always looked for a talisman or soothsayer to help them figure out the next generation of folks. Well, we've got Hannah MacDonald Dannecker on the program and she's on a mission to bridge the gap between the previous generations, and Gen Z.She's speaker, consultant, and she runs marketing for the Better Together Group...2024-08-031h 00A Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 5. Cameron CapelloFor today's Debut Spotlight episode Hannah was joined by author and content creator behind @thechamberofsecretbooks on Instagram & @chamberofsecretbooks on Tik Tok to chat all about her debut novel 'I'll Look For You, Everywhere' which can be bought here.We discuss how her followers helped her throughout the writing process, what it was like to write those spicy scenes, her dream casting and so much more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps to boost us in the charts and means the world. If you want to give us a follow you can d...2024-07-3140 minA Pair of BookendsJuly Book Club: I Will Crash with Rebecca WatsonFor this month's Book Club episode Hannah was joined by 'Little Scratch' author Rebecca Watson to chat about her latest novel 'I Will Crash' (out now & published by Faber).We discuss what and who inspires her unique writing style, family estrangement and how pertinent that feels now following the story of Alice Munro, how it felt having her work adapted to stage and lots more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps to boost us in the charts and means the world! If you want to give Rebecca a follow you can d...2024-07-2437 minA Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 4. Ania CardFor today's episode Hannah was joined by author of 'Above Us The Sea', Ania Card. Aswell as talking about her journey as a debut author, we chat about immigrant representation (specifically Polish immigrants), how music and dancing were central to the novel, writing safe spaces for Queer characters and lots more.If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe, it's a free way to help support us, you can also for less than £3 a month support us via PatreonOr check out our Bookshop.org page here.You can follow Ania via Instagram or v...2024-07-1739 minA Pair of BookendsIn Conversation with Louise Candlish, author of 'Our Holiday'For today's episode Hannah was joined by Louise Candlish, a household name in the crime/thriller genre. Hannah and Louise deep dive into Louise's latest book 'Our Holiday' (spoiler free!), we also speak about the real second home crisis that inspired the book, how the TV adaptation process is going, her literary influences and lots more! Follow Louise via Instagram, Twitter and FacebookIf you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps to put us on other people's radar, you can also support the pod by subscribing via Patreon for less than £3 a mon...2024-07-0347 minA Pair of BookendsIn Conversation with Ilaria Bernardini, author of 'Faremo Foresta/We Will Be Forest'For today's episode Hannah was joined by the prolific Italian author & screenwriter, Ilaria Bernardini to chat about her novel 'We Will Be Forest' (Known in Italy as: 'Faremo Foresta')Ilaria was incredibly generous in sharing her experiences in this episode, most of which were huge inspirations for this book. We also discussed the differences between her work as a screenwriter and as a novelist, father/daughter dynamics, adapting this novel into a film and lots more. If you enjoy this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps to reach more of you!You can follow Ilaria...2024-06-2633 minA Pair of BookendsIn Conversation with Sam Taylor, author of 'The Two Loves of Sophie Strom'On today's episode Hannah was joined by author and literary translator Sam Taylor to discuss his latest novel The Two Loves of Sophie Strom, which is out now and published by Faber!We discuss how the book went from being a Sci-fi novel when he first started writing 14 years ago to becoming a historical novel about Nazi Berlin, the differences between working as a translator and a novelist, how falling in love influenced his novel and loads more. If you enjoy this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you!You can follow...2024-06-2439 minA Pair of BookendsBonus: In conversation with Claire Lombardo, author of 'Same As It Ever Was'For today's very exciting bonus episode Hannah was joined by the Women's Prize longlisted author of 'The Most Fun We Ever Had' Claire Lombardo to chat all about her new novel 'Same As It Ever Was' (out now in the US, published by Doubleday! UK folk you can pre-order!)We chat about her favourite family saga novels, writing 'nice' men & complicated women, her debut novel's upcoming adaptation and so much more! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe to boost us in the charts!You can follow Claire via Instagram or TwitterFor more...2024-06-1945 minA Pair of BookendsIndependent Bookshop Week 2024 with Serenity BooksellersTo celebrate Independent Bookshop Week 2024, Hannah interviewed one of her local indie bookshops Serenity Booksellers. We chat about how Kelly and her partner Chris turned their bookshop dreams into a reality, what exciting things they have coming up, why it's important to support our indies and a HUGE list of book recommendations! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you. You can find Serenity Booksellers via their website (subscribe to their mailing list to be in with a chance of winning a £100 voucher for their store) or via Instagram or F...2024-06-1747 minA Pair of BookendsIn Conversation with Sarah Gilmartin, author of 'Service'For today's episode Hannah was joined by Irish author Sarah Gilmartin, to chat all about her latest novel Service (Pushkin Press, out now in paperback)Please be aware this episode contains reference to SA & statistics of SA casesWe chat about what it was like to write from the perspective of a man accused of sexual assault, her experience of working in restaurants, how the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre helped shape the writing of the case in the book and more. It was such an insightful conversation and the book is in Hannah's top reads of the year! 2024-06-1239 min
Girl, Take the Lead!162. Balancing Act: Gen Z Insights on Work and Life with Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker – PART2Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker, Gen Z, joins us to discuss topics you’ll find super interesting.
She offers us amazing insights and advice all generations can learn from.
She is on a mission to bridge the gap between previous
working generations and Gen Z to create an open environment where we can work
Better Together.
In 2023, she published her first book, entitled, “Well Sh*t:
Time To Grow Up”, a post-graduation memoir in which she explores moments from her childhood, as well as her journey after graduation, sharing how she conquered imposter syndrome, uncertainty, and uncomfo...2024-05-2324 minA Pair of BookendsIn Conversation with Ericka Waller, author of Goodbye Birdie GreenwingFor today's episode Hannah and Ericka had a completely feral two hours of laughing and talking rubbish and somehow Hannah has managed to edit together an episode! We chat about mothers and daughters, autism, death and grief and so much more, we hope you enjoy! Please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps us to reach more of you. You can follow us via Instagram, Twitter and Tik TokFor extra content head on over to PatreonBuy yourselves a copy of Goodbye Birdie Greenwing and Dog Days and once you have send either myself or E...2024-05-2258 min
Girl, Take the Lead!161. PART 1 - Balancing Act: Gen Z Insights on Work and Life with Hannah MacDonald-DanneckerHannah MacDonald-Dannecker, Gen Z, joins us to discuss topics we hope you’ll find super interesting.
She offers us amazing insights and advice all generations can learn from.
She is on a mission to bridge the gap between previous
working generations and Gen Z to create an open environment where we can work Better Together.
In 2023, she published her first book, entitled, “Well Sh*t:
Time To Grow Up”, a post-graduation memoir in which she explores moments from her childhood, as well as her journey after graduation, sharing how she conquered imposter syndrome, uncertainty, and uncomf...2024-05-2234 min
The RecogNATION: An Employee Engagement PodcastA Generational Workforce Divide with Hannah MacDonald-DanneckerKailey is joined by author, public speaker, and partner at Better Together Group, Hannah MacDonald-Dannecker. In their conversation, Kailey and Hannah discuss being a Gen Z-er in the workplace, imposter syndrome, and tips for getting people engaged in the hiring process when looking for a new job.If you are looking for more discussions and resources, join our LinkedIn group at https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9133023/To hear more music from The Fracture, follow this link: https://linktr.ee/thefracturemusic2024-05-2146 minA Pair of BookendsMay Book Club: Girls with Kirsty CapesFor our May Book Club episode we were joined by Women's Prize long-listed author Kirsty Capes, to chat about her new novel Girls, out tomorrow! We chat about sisterhood, art, mental health, grief and so much more and 'Girls' is a devastating and remarkable book that we couldn't recommend enough. You can follow Kirsty via Instagram or TwitterIf you enjoyed this episode please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! Follow us via Instagram, Twitter and Tik TokThis is Lydia's final episode on the pod, we couldn't hav...2024-05-1555 minA Pair of BookendsS4 Debut Spotlight- 1. Nathan NewmanWelcome back Bookends to the first in the 4th season of our Debut Spotlight series, for today's episode Hannah was in conversation with author Nathan Newman! Aswell as deep diving into their debut novel 'How to leave the house', we chat about their experience of being mentored by Zadie Smith, adapting their novel for TV and life lived online. If you enjoy this ep, please do rate, review & subscribe so I can reach more of you!Buy How To Leave The House here (out tomorrow)Follow Nathan on InstagramYou can follow us on Instagram, Twitter...2024-05-0130 min
What in the NDIS now?Episode 38 - Justin MacDonaldOn this episode, Sam and Hannah chat with Justin MacDonald from Just SDA. Justin doesn't only work and advocate within the sector, he also lectures in Social Enterprise and much more. Justin has a wealth of experience and knowledge, and we were fortunate to have him share some of this on this entertaining and informative episode. We hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed recording it!You can contact Justin here:justin@justsda.com.auTo check out Just SDA, head to the website:https://www.justsda...2024-04-2858 minA Pair of BookendsApril Book Club: A Lesson in Cruelty with Harriet TyceWelcome to our April Book Club episode where Hannah spoke to bestselling thriller author Harriet Tyce about her latest novel, our book pick for April 'A Lesson in Cruelty'. We spoke about her journey from barrister to author, representation of criminals, why she chooses to explore alcoholism in her writing and much more, we also get a sneaky insight into what Harriet is working on next! If you enjoy this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! To buy A Lesson in Cruelty and for the full list of books & authors mentioned i...2024-04-2457 minA Pair of BookendsMonthly Culture Round-up with Emma Hinds: Cowboy Carter, American Fiction & Annie BotWelcome back Bookends to a bumper monthly culture round-up to make up for the delay, unfortunately Lydia was unable to record so Hannah was joined by friend of the pod and author of The Knowing, Emma Hinds. Aswell as our recommendations for March we discuss the Women's Prize for Fiction longlist, those Emily Henry casting theories and the iconic Cowboy Carter album. Currently reading: Emma- Meet Me at the Surface by Jodie MatthewsHannah- The Voyageur by Paul CarlucciEmma's RecsHozier- Unheard EPAmerican Fiction - Amazon PrimePri...2024-04-081h 13
Double Jeopardy - UK Law and PoliticsHannah Quirk - The Problem with Criminal JusticeKen Macdonald and Tim Owen discuss the need for a Royal Commission into Criminal Justice with Editor of the Criminal Law Review, Dr Hannah Quirk
2024-03-2746 minA Pair of BookendsMonthly Culture Round-up: Women's Prize for Non-Fiction, One Day, BAFTAs & BeyoncéIt's monthly culture round-up time, yay! On today's episode aswell as giving our recommendations for the month, we chat all about the inaugural Women's Prize for Non-Fiction longlist, the BAFTAs and what we're excited for in the coming month!Apologies for Hannah's echo-ey sound on this one, we've done our best to rectify on the edit! If you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Tik Tok or you can email us apairofbookendspod@gmail.comFor extra exclusive...2024-02-2647 minA Pair of BookendsMonthly Culture Round-Up: Saltburn, Dolly Alderton's Good Material & Paul MescalHey Bookends! Welcome to the FIRST in our brand new series: the monthly culture round-up where we chat about all of the recommendations we've been enjoying over the last month and boy are you in for a treat today! As always if you enjoy this episode please do rate, review & subscribe as it helps us massively and if you have any recommendations you want to get in touch with please do send them us via DM on Instagram, Twitter or Tik Tok. You can also email us apairofbookendspod@gmail.comCurrently Reading: Good Material by...2024-02-0249 min
The FI PodcastHuman Too - Getting to Know Hannah MacdonaldIn this episode, Ben and Dave are accompanied by Hannah Macdonald, the Founder of Accountancy Hub, and the host of the Human Too Podcast.
The conversation delves into Hannah’s enlightening journey to accountancy, her experience studying as someone with dyslexia, exploring the challenges confronting the industry and the development of Accountancy Hub.
The Accountancy Hub website which supports ACCA, AAT, ACA and CIMA trainees has launched! https://accountancyhub.co.uk/.
Listen to Human Too Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4nams36yzsdL5QhJ1WbLVV?si=57d70605331e460a
Got...2024-01-2343 minA Pair of BookendsS3 Debut Spotlight - 2. Kate BrodyWelcome back Bookends to a new Debut Spotlight episode, this time we were joined by the incredible Kate Brody, author of 'Rabbit Hole' which is out in the UK TODAY! (Our lucky U.S listeners have had it a couple of weeks already!)Aswell as hearing about the journey in having her debut novel published, we chat about sister dynamics, grief and so much more... Hannah of course also asked how a debut novelist ended up with an endorsement from actor Mila Kunis?! We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did, as always please do...2024-01-1850 min
Trucking Risk and Insurance PodcastBehind the Wheel of Opportunity: Hannah MacDonald's Journey in TruckingSend us a textReach out to Hannah McDonald-DannackerWorkish Podcast:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hannahkmacd/episodes/Open-Heart-Surgery-is-Boring-e2btd93She wrote a book!https://www.amazon.ca/Well-Shit-Time-Grow-Up/dp/B0C6VWP6QF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=CJT3FAVHTRMO&keywords=well+shit+hannah+macdonald&psr=EY17&qid=1702501283&s=todays-deals&sprefix=well+shit+hannah+macdonald%2Ctodays-deals%2C87&sr=1-1Websitehttps://bettertogethergroup.com/usa/SEND HER A MESSAGE ON LINKEDIN:https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-kay-macdonald/ John FarquharSummit Risk S...2023-12-1531 minA Pair of BookendsPolari Prize 2023 Special with winner Julia ArmfieldWelcome back Bookends to a very exciting episode in collaboration with the 2023 Polari Prize. For today's episode Hannah was joined by writer Julia Armfield to discuss her award-winning debut novel 'Our Wives Under The Sea' which our OG Bookends will remember was our second ever Book Club pick! To read more about this year's Polari Prize: https://www.polarisalon.com/copy-of-polari-prize-1Aswell as discussing her Polari prize win, we chat about the ways in which Julia has been inspired by Stephen King, the parallels she has found between horror and romance and how a place in her novel...2023-12-1142 minA Pair of BookendsA Very Festive Bonus Books with Sarra ManningWelcome Bookends to our December Bonus Books Special with the brilliant author & journalist Sarra Manning. Here to chat about her latest novel 'The Man Of Her Dreams', we deep-dive into all things rom-com, what makes them good, what makes them bad and what is it like to write the sex scenes? Aswell as this, Hannah invites Sarra into a festive quick-fire round where we find out what Sarra really thinks of Richard Curtis films, what her favourite festive read is and which Pride and Prejudice adaptation she thinks is best. All of this and more in today's ep! ...2023-12-0153 minA Pair of BookendsA Festive Bonus Books Special with B.K BorisonWelcome Bookends, it's been a while! We've got a fabulous November Bonus Books special for you today and as Hannah is already feeling festive, we've got something festive up our sleeves (yes that includes gifts)! Hannah was joined by author B.K Borison to discuss her romance series 'Lovelight Farms' which is out now and published by Pan Macmillan. In line with the release of this episode, Pan Macmillan have very kindly offered to send one of our lucky listeners the full series, head to our socials to find out how you can win! https://linktr.ee/apairofbookendspod2023-11-2441 minA Pair of BookendsForward Prizes for Poetry 2023 Special with winner Jason Allen-PaisantWelcome Bookends to an incredibly special episode in collaboration with the 2023 Forward Prizes for Poetry. For this episode, Hannah was joined by winner of Best Collection, Jason Allen-Paisant. We talk about his experience of winning the prize, the inspiration behind his award-winning collection, how he felt connected to Shakespeare's Othello and so much more. It was a really interesting and thought-provoking conversation and such an honour to hear Jason read his work aloud, we hope you enjoy! To buy Jason's collection 'Self-Portrait as Othello': https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/self-portrait-as-othello-jason-allen-paisant/7398755?ean=9781800173101To buy...2023-11-0346 min
The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck DriversHiring Generation Z with Hannah MacDonald Hiring Generation Z with Hannah MacDonald Hannah MacDonald joins Bruce on the show today to talk about working with Generation Z as their known and what it takes to hire them in today’s World. We also talk about Hannah’s latest book and her work with the Better Together Group. This episode is sponsored by Bison Transport with many opportunities for truck drivers in their fleet across Canada. We have a wide variety of Canada Only positions for Owner-Operators to choose from! AND Bison has the steady freight to keep Owner...2023-10-1631 minA Pair of BookendsBonus Books: The Figurine with Victoria HislopWelcome Bookends to our October Bonus episode where Hannah was joined by the international best-selling author Victoria Hislop to chat all about her latest novel 'The Figurine' Unfortunately Lydia was ill for this episode but Hannah had a wonderful conversation with Victoria about her passion for Greek culture, her immersive research process, the ways in which Emily Brontë influences her writing and so much more. As always if you enjoyed this episode, please do rate, review & subscribe so we can reach more of you! To buy Victoria's book: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-figurine-the-brand-new-novel-from-the-no-1-sunday-times-bestselling-author-of-the-island-victoria-hislop/7498481?e...2023-10-0649 min
kembar kelek[PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald [PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald Read Online Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou **Download Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou Book Synopsis : EVIL HAS A FACE Someone is taking the children of New Orleans. For the...2023-09-0100 min
kembar kampret[PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald [PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald Read Online Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou **Download Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou Book Synopsis : EVIL HAS A FACE Someone is taking the children of New Orleans. For the...2023-09-0100 min
kembar belek[PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald[PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald Read Online Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) by Morgan Hannah MacDonald is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook Spirits of the Bayou (The Spirits Trilogy #3) for free in any format with visit the link button below. **Read Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou **Download Book Here ==> https://kabehmangan.blogspot.com/29454777-spirits-of-the-bayou Book Synopsis : EVIL HAS A FACE Someone is taking the children of New Orleans. For the last eight months on the night of the...2023-09-0110 minA Pair of BookendsMinisode- Spicy reads, a love affair with Hozier, the Barbenheimer debate & recs galore!Welcome back Bookends to an impromptu minisode! We had an interview fall through last minute and thought what a wonderful time to bring you back an OG episode which we know lots of you have been missing! We talk about Lydia's little secret, the men she's making herself available for cough Hozier, Jeremy Allen White cough, the all important Barbenheimer debate & lots more. Let us know for future minisodes if there's anything you want us to cover, you can email us apairofbookendspod@gmail.comTo follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/apairofbookendspod/Twitter...2023-07-2824 minA Pair of BookendsBonus Books: The Rachel Incident with Caroline O'DonoghueIt's a BONUS bonus episode because we have the incredible Caroline O'Donoghue with us for today's episode chatting all about her wonderful new novel The Rachel Incident!Aswell as doing a deep dive into what can only be classed as one of the best books of the year, we chat about 'And just like that', how Caroline personally made Mumford and Sons happen(...), representation in books and so much more, it was such a joy to have Caroline on the pod and we hope you all enjoy it as much as we do. If you do enjoy, please...2023-07-2148 min
What in the NDIS now?Episode 6 - Elesha MacDonaldFor this episode, Hannah spoke with Elesha MacDonald from My Care Collective.You can contact Elesha at elesha@mycarecollective.com.au, or check out the website: mycarecollective.com.auIf you want to get in touch with us, you can:Contact the podcast whatinthendispod@gmail.comContact Hannah hello@plandecoders.com.auContact Sam sam@rosenbaum.consulting2023-07-0351 minA Pair of BookendsS2 Debut Spotlight - 3. Senta RichWelcome back Bookends to the second season in our Debut Spotlight series, for this episode Hannah was joined by screenwriter and novelist Senta Rich to chat about her debut novel 'Hotel 21'- a story of a kleptomaniac hotel cleaner who moves from hotel to hotel as soon as anything gets personal, her need to steal being the driving force to escape dealing with past traumas but at her 21st hotel, her life starts to change in unexpected ways leaving her wondering whether she can continue the path she's on. We chatted about the differences between her experiences writing...2023-06-0554 minA Pair of BookendsBonus Books: Now You See Us with Balli Kaur JaswalWelcome back Bookends to our BONUS episode where Hannah chats to the brilliant Balli Kaur Jaswal about her latest novel 'Now You See Us', a moving, funny and insightful book about the lives of three Fillipina domestic workers who group together after their friend is wrongfully accused of murdering their employer. We chatted about the disturbing realities of domestic workers in Singapore, privilege, the power of social media and so much more, we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!Buy Now You See Us (UK listeners): https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/now-you-see-us-balli-kaur-jaswal/7139575...2023-06-0238 minA Pair of BookendsMay Book Club: Scorched Grace with Margot DouaihyWelcome back Bookends to our May Book Club episode! Today we chat about the first in an exciting new Queer crime series 'Scorched Grace' by the incredible Margot Douaihy. Unfortunately for this episode, Lydia was in the midst of an illness so was unable to record so Hannah was a singular bookend but was joined by Margot to chat all about her fantastic, compelling debut, the inspiration behind it, her upbringing as a Maronite Catholic and how that informed her writing, Queerness, complex characters and can we get information on the TV/Film adaptation?! Find out more by giving...2023-05-2655 minA Pair of BookendsMinisode - Women's Prize 2023 SpecialHey Bookends! It's our favourite time of year and we are here to bring you a 'minisode' of all of our thoughts on this year's Women's Prize For Fiction Longlist, we are always so excited for the release of this list and this year was no different! Apologies in advance for how sweary we are, we were very excited and borderline delirious after recording two pods in one day... but if deep diving into the women's prize isn't necessarily your thing, we also talk about rats in bow-ties, Hannah discovers how to say the word awry and Lydia announces her...2023-03-1746 min
Procurement ReimaginedReimagining Automation in the Procurement Space with Hannah MacDonald, Supplier Operations Lead at Monzo BankIn this episode, Daniel is joined by Hannah MacDonald, Supplier Operations Lead at Monzo Bank. Hannah has over twenty years of experience in IT, category management, and procurement management.
Hannah and Daniel have a free-flowing discussion on topics such as automating routine procurement processes and the risks therein, how to stay ahead of the curve in high-growth companies, and best practices in the procurement space while looking forward. They also touch upon the role of ESG in the procurement process.
Episode resourcesHannah MacDonald LinkedIn
Monzo Bank Website
Daniel Barnes LinkedIn
Gatekeeper Website
If you enjoyed...2023-02-0235 min
College Salute Podcast from the R5 InsiderCollege Salute Alumni Conversation- CMU Senior Hannah DeMers- Knock Coach Down with Her ExcitementIn this alumni convo pod we sat down with the 2022 MAC All Around Champion and Gymnast of the Year, CMU Senior Hannah DeMers to talk all things EXCITEMENT. Those of you who know Hannah know she is all high energy all the time. She talks about not being at her best at MAC's and still winning, how COVID didn't derail her 2021 NCAA Championships experience and where all the energy after each routine comes from. Hannah is known as an all arounder but stands out on floor, where does her ability to steal the show come from and Maggie Nicols...2022-08-311h 06A Pair of BookendsTop Of Your TBR with Maggie ShipsteadWelcome back bookends! Our second episode in our 'Top of your TBR' series is with the wonderful and incredibly charming Maggie Shipstead. On this episode we discuss her epic novel 'Great Circle' and our love for her latest short story collection 'You Have A Friend in 10A', we talk through her recommendations for your TBR, why writers love to read about writers as characters, where we draw the line with unlikeable characters and whether Great Circle is going to be adapted (yes Hannah always asks the important Q's)...You can find Maggie and her work at: https...2022-08-0100 minA Pair of Bookends4. Pride Book Club Special - Heartstopper with Emma HindsWelcome Back Bookends and Happy Pride Month!We have a treat in store for you this episode. Not only are we chatting about the outstanding Heartstopper books by Alice Oseman and its’ gorgeous Netflix adaptation but we also have a very special guest! Joining us this month is the incomparable author and playwright Emma Hinds. So enjoy our chat this month, in which we talk about the importance of LGBTQIA+ representation in literature past and present, our fave Pride TV and Film recommendations and shout about our favourite LGBTQIA+ authors and books.Sponsored by @deargreenreads , the pe...2022-06-241h 06
The Bot Canon29. Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle (Betty MacDonald)Today we read "Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle" as begun by Betty MacDonald and continued by a bot.
Today's episode was written using AI Dungeon and is read by Hannah Keefer.2022-06-2007 minA Pair of BookendsTop Of Your TBR with Pandora SykesWelcome back Bookends!Hope you're excited for the FIRST in our brand new series 'Top Of Your TBR' where we invite the people we admire to give four of their stand-out book recommendations for us to read and discuss! Our first ever feature on the podcast is none other than the Writer and Broadcaster, the one & only - Pandora Sykes. Pandora is the author of 'How do we know we're doing it right?' an essay collection about the anxieties of modern life, her journalism has been published by Elle, Vogue, GQ and the Sunday Times and she...2022-06-1043 minA Pair of Bookends3. Vladimir by Julia May JonasWelcome back Bookends! This month's book club episode features Vladimir, the exciting new debut novel from Julia May Jonas. Our deep dive includes chat on complex female protagonists, sexual fantasies, power dynamics and dark academia. As usual, we give you our cultural recommendations and books we'd recommend as companion reads to Vladimir. Books & Authors mentioned:The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak10 Minutes 38 Seconds by Elif Shafak Conversations with Friends by Sally RooneyLolita by Vladimir NabokovThe Secret History by Donna TarttThe Goldfinch by Donna TarttThe Exhibitionist...2022-05-271h 03A Pair of BookendsMinisode Two: The Books That Shaped UsWelcome back Bookends! Join us for our not so mini-minisode and explore the books that shaped us. We delve into our childhood faves, those angsty teenage picks and our ultimate recommendations.Sponsor: @deargreenreads.gifts https://deargreenreads.co.uk/Books and Authors Mentioned:This One Sky Day by Leone RossThe School for Good Mothers by Jessamine ChanHarry Potter SeriesThe Love Songs of W.E.B Dubois by Honoree Fenonne JeffersThe Magic Faraway Tree by Enid BlytonNarnia Series by C.S LewisElmer by David...2022-05-131h 21A Pair of Bookends2. Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia ArmfieldWelcome back Bookends! This month's book club episode features the captivating debut novel from Julia Armfield. We discuss this literary horror about love, loss and grief. We also answer your questions, dive into our current reads and recommend some gems we've been enjoying recently. Books & Authors mentioned:The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley-HellerMilkman by Anna BurnsThe Promise by Damon GalgutShuggie Bain by Douglas StuartThe Exhibitionist by Charlotte MendelsonTo Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara The Doloriad by Missouri Williams Thinner by Stephen KingDolores Claiborne by...2022-04-291h 12A Pair of BookendsMinisode One: Women's Prize SpecialWelcome back Bookends! In this minisode of A Pair of Bookends we will be discussing all things Women's Prize. From our thoughts on the longlist, the books we are most excited for to our own shortlist picks. Come join us for a natter about our favourite literary prize!Books mentioned:Piranesi by Susanna ClarkeThe Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas AdamsUnsettled Ground by Clare FullerNo One is Talking About This by Patricia LockwoodDetransition Baby by Torrey PetersTranscendent Kingdom by Yaa GyasiGrown Ups by Marian...2022-04-1445 minA Pair of Bookends1. To Paradise by Hanya YanagiharaWelcome to our FIRST episode of A pair of bookends! This month, we have chosen to wax lyrical about the incredible new novel To Paradise by Hanya Yanagihara. In this episode we talk about our thoughts on the book, meeting Hanya and a whole host of bookish things. Books mentioned: To ParadiseA Little LifeThe People in the trees, All by Hanya YanagiharaSorrow and Bliss by Meg MasonThe Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley-Heller1984 by George OrwellVox by Christina DalcherThe Power by Naomi Alderman...2022-03-291h 08
Flipping the ScriptFlipping the Script Episode One: Hannah MacDonaldThis week actor and writer Hannah MacDonald pops by to talk about life and pursuing a career in the performing arts. Hannah has acted with multiple theatre companies across the North West including Peripeteia, Her Productions and 16th Wall Productions. Her writing has been showcased by Take Back Theatre, Two in a bed Theatre company and has been published by Metro online, Independent and Lacuna Voices.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @peripeteiatheatre and twitter @_peripeteia. New episodes from season 1 coming weekly every Friday.2021-05-1424 min
Reluctant GrowthActor Hannah Whitmore and I talk about theatre school's cult tactics and being women in the industry.Hey Bimbos!This week my friend Hannah Whitmore is featured. Hannah and I attended theatre school together at Ryerson University and have been friends for about 10 years. Hannah is beautiful, talented and very charming and funny. She most importantly has been featured in Murdoch Mysteries, which I was never able to do in any of my acting time in Toronto. An Icon. I hope you relate/enjoy this episode of The Bimbo Podcast. 2021-05-0330 min