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Literary Haunts and LegendsThe Purple Pileus by HG WellsThe Purple Pileus by HG WellsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2025-07-2530 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Lost Inheritance by HG WellsThe Lost Inheritance by HG WellsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2025-07-1817 min
Writing Excuses20.25: Writing Confrontation (LIVE Aboard the WX Cruise)Our hosts explore how to write compelling confrontations—whether physical fights or emotional arguments—in a live episode recorded on the Writing Excuses Cruise. Building off Dan Wells' class Why Your Fight Scene Is Boring, our hosts break down reactions into four elements: focus, physicality, thought, and action. The discussion dives into how newness, character history, and anticipation shape these moments, and how effective confrontations reveal both character and motivation. Plus: sword fighting, puppetry, and driving on black ice. Thing of the Week: Death and Other Details (on Hulu)Homework: Watch an action scene in a mov...2025-06-2221 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Sad Story of a Dramatic CriticThe Sad Story of a Dramatic Critic by H.G. Wells is a humorous yet bittersweet tale that explores themes of ambition, failure, and the often harsh reality of artistic criticism. The story follows a theater critic who, after years of critiquing the work of others, decides to try his hand at writing a play of his own. Convinced of his own brilliance, he is unprepared for the harsh reception his work receives when it is staged. The experience leaves him humbled, as he realizes the difficulty of creating art and the pain of facing criticism himself. Through this...2025-02-2522 min
Dr. Diane's Adventures in LearningYvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark: A STEMsational Conversation with Allen R. Wells and DeAndra HodgeSend us a textDo you know the story of Yvonne Clark? She was a pioneering African-American problem-solving mechanical engineer who worked on the Saturn V rocket boosters and moon boxes for astronauts. For 55 years, she taught mechanical engineering at Tennessee State University, where her story captivated her student (and later picture book biographer) Allen R. Wells. Discover how the remarkable legacy of engineer Yvonne Clark is inspiring the next generation through a gorgeous new children's book, Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark. Author/engineer Allen R. Wells and illustrator D...2025-02-1232 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Jilting of JaneThe Jilting of Jane is a poignant and bittersweet story by H.G. Wells that explores themes of love, betrayal, and social class. The story centers on Jane, a housemaid who falls in love with a coachman and dreams of a better life. However, her hopes are shattered when he unexpectedly jilts her for another woman of higher status. Through Jane's heartbreak, Wells offers a sensitive portrayal of the emotional toll of unfulfilled promises and the harsh realities of social divisions. With its focus on personal disappointment and the fragility of dreams, the story presents a quietly powerful reflection...2025-02-1017 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Purple PileusThe Purple Pileus by H.G. Wells is a darkly comedic tale of frustration, transformation, and unexpected empowerment. The story follows Mr. Coombes, a mild-mannered shopkeeper who feels trapped in an unhappy marriage and a life of endless dissatisfaction. One evening, after consuming strange purple mushrooms in a fit of despair, he experiences a surreal shift in perspective, leading to a dramatic confrontation with those who have controlled his life. Blending psychological tension with Wells’ signature wit, The Purple Pileus explores themes of repression, rebellion, and the unpredictableAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPriva...2025-02-0330 min
Using Young's Literal Translation Bible Readings 365 for serious Bible studentsDaily Bible Readings YLT January 13th I have a question about today's reading from Genesis: why did Abraham take another wife after Sarah died? Particularly as one of the sons was Midian whose offspring, the Midianites, later in the history of the Israelites was an enemy to Israel? There is no word from God to tell him to take another wife. This is a decision made 'in the flesh' without asking God.The sons of Isaac and Rebekah are named after characteristics at their birth - Esau is called 'Red' because he 'cometh out all red like a hairy coat' and Jacob 'grabber...2025-01-1319 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsIn the AbyssIn the Abyss is a chilling tale by H.G. Wells that explores themes of isolation, fear, and the unknown. The story follows a group of scientists conducting experiments deep underwater, where they encounter mysterious and terrifying phenomena. As they delve further into the abyss, the tension escalates, revealing the psychological and physical challenges they face in an environment far removed from human civilization. Wells masterfully combines elements of science fiction and horror, creating a haunting atmosphere that underscores the fragility of the human mind when confronted with the vast and unfathomable depths of the ocean....2025-01-1338 min
Writing Excuses20.02: Q&A Aboard the Writing Excuses Cruise, with Mark Oshiro and Kate McKeanThis episode was recorded live at our 2024 Writing Excuses Cruise. (Did you know that we host a writing retreat on a cruise every year!?! You can learn more at https://writingexcuses.com/retreats/.) While on a boat in Mexico, we were joined by author Mark Oshiro and literary agent Kate McKean. In addition to our hosts, they answered questions that were asked by our cruise attendees. Our answers included things such as how much space a character should take up and how to find the balance between plot-focused and character-focused novels. We also tackled q...2025-01-1224 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Lost InheritanceIn "The Lost Inheritance," a gripping tale by H.G. Wells, readers are plunged into a suspenseful narrative that explores the dark corners of human nature and the unforeseen consequences of avarice. The story follows the journey of a man who, upon learning of a potential fortune left to him by a distant relative, becomes consumed by the prospect of wealth. His relentless pursuit of this inheritance leads him down a path fraught with moral dilemmas, psychological torment, and a haunting realization about the true nature of his quest. Wells masterfully weaves a cautionary tale that examines the depths...2024-12-3017 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe ConeThe Cone by H.G. Wells is a tense and atmospheric story that delves into themes of jealousy, revenge, and the destructive power of industrial machinery. The narrative follows Horrocks, a factory manager, who invites Raut, his wife's lover, on a tour of the ironworks. Under the guise of friendship, Horrocks leads Raut through the factory, filled with roaring furnaces, molten metal, and the oppressive heat of industrial machinery. As they venture deeper into the dangerous environment, Horrocks’ jealousy and anger build, revealing his darker intentions. The factory’s intense, almost brutal atmosphere mirrors Horrocks' inner turmoil, culminating in a sh...2024-12-0228 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Story of the Late Mr. ElveshamThe Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham by H.G. Wells is a dark and unsettling tale that explores themes of identity, deception, and the quest for eternal life. The story centers on Edward Eden, a young medical student who is unexpectedly chosen by the wealthy and enigmatic Mr. Elvesham to inherit his fortune. However, after a mysterious meeting and a shared drink, Eden awakens to find himself trapped in the frail body of the dying Elvesham, while Elvesham has taken over his youthful form. Realizing he has been deceived in a horrifying scheme of body-swapping, Eden struggles to...2024-11-2544 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Sad Story of a Dramatic CriticThe Sad Story of a Dramatic Critic by H.G. Wells is a humorous yet poignant tale that explores the ironies of ambition, criticism, and the creative process. The story follows a theater critic who, after years of judging the work of others, decides to try his hand at writing a play. Convinced that his experience makes him an expert, he eagerly stages his work, only to face brutal reviews from his peers. The critic, now on the receiving end of criticism, must confront the harsh reality of creative vulnerability and public scrutiny. Wells uses this ironic twist to...2024-11-1822 min
The Kevin Jackson ShowHow Kamala Blew It - Ep 24-388[SEGMENT 2-1] More on Kamala Harris interview Kamala Harris's first interview as the Democratic nominee just dropped, and she brought in VP pick Tim Walz to comfort her. Remarkably, it took her less than a minute to bring up Donald Trump, claiming Americans are ready for "a new way forward" and that it’s time to "turn the… pic.twitter.com/0ZftvcJAwq — The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox) August 30, 2024 Transcript: [SEGMENT 2-2] Leftism revisited [X] SB – Mom afraid of Venezuelan gangs [X] SB – Young woman on gender and God [X] SB – French billionaire on shadow government [SEGMENT 2-3] Died suddenly 1 – Wel...2024-09-2738 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Stolen Bacillus"The Stolen Bacillus" by H.G. Wells is a gripping tale of scientific discovery, espionage, and unintended consequences. Set in Victorian London, the story follows a bacteriologist who unwittingly allows an anarchist to steal a vial containing a deadly cholera bacillus. The thief, intending to unleash the disease as a weapon of chaos, sets off a frantic chase through the city as the scientist and his wife pursue him in a desperate attempt to prevent catastrophe. Wells masterfully builds suspense while weaving in his trademark commentary on the dangers of unchecked ambition and the unforeseen results of scientific progress. "T...2024-09-1217 minThe Kevin Jackson ShowMore on Harris and Died Suddenly - Ep 24-352[SEGMENT 2-1] More on Kamala Harris interview Kamala Harris's first interview as the Democratic nominee just dropped, and she brought in VP pick Tim Walz to comfort her. Remarkably, it took her less than a minute to bring up Donald Trump, claiming Americans are ready for "a new way forward" and that it’s time to "turn the… pic.twitter.com/0ZftvcJAwq — The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox) August 30, 2024 Transcript: [SEGMENT 2-2] Leftism revisited [X] SB – Mom afraid of Venezuelan gangs [X] SB – Young woman on gender and God [X] SB – French billionaire on shadow government [SEGMENT 2-3] Died suddenly 1 – Wel...2024-09-0338 minLiterary Haunts and LegendsThe Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham"The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham" is a chilling tale of ambition, identity, and the supernatural, penned by the masterful H.G. Wells. This narrative follows Edward George Eden, a young, impoverished student who becomes entangled in the eerie machinations of the elderly and wealthy Mr. Elvesham. Under the guise of benevolence, Mr. Elvesham offers Eden a seemingly golden opportunity, only to ensnare him in a sinister plot that challenges the very essence of his being. As Eden's world becomes increasingly distorted, he is thrust into a nightmarish struggle for his identity, battling against forces beyond his comprehension...2024-08-1344 min
The Magic Word Podcast849: MAGIC Live! 2024 Convention - Days One and Two Report
Sunday, August 4th(Pre Convention Activities)24 hours Mystque Lounge, Jackson Square10:00 a.m. Registration, Bienville G (10:00 p.m.)10:00 a.m. Photo Badges Dauphine F (10:00 p.m.)LIVE Tonight!7:30 - 11:30 p.m. Welcome Party, Esplanade7:30 - 11:00 p.m. The Magic Shop, Mardi Gras11:00 - 11:30 p.m. Grand Prize Giveaway, EsplanadeMonday, August 5th24 hours Mystique Lounge, Jackson Square 9:00 a.m. Information Booth, Kiosk 11:00p 10:00 a.m. General Session for red lanyards, Showroom (Noon) 11:00 a.m. The MAGIC Shop, Mardi Gras (6:00p)2024-08-061h 00
Writing Excuses19.29: A Close Reading on Character: Barriers vs. StakesOur episode today focuses on C.L. Clark’s short story “You Perfect Broken Thing” for how the character's stakes shape the barriers facing her. We use this story to examine how to tell the difference between barriers versus stakes. We also examine how to do this in a compressed space– whether that’s a short story, a single scene, or a compressed timeline. Thing of the Week: We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley JacksonHomework: Write a short scene in which your character has to deal with a...2024-07-2122 min
AURN NewsThis Day in History: Celebrating Ida B. Wells, Born in 1862Born on July 16, 1862, Ida B. Wells was a formidable crusader against lynching and an active participant in the women's rights and suffrage movements, establishing several notable women's organizations.In a pivotal act of resistance 71 years before Rosa Parks, she refused to give up her seat on a train and was forcibly removed. This incident propelled her into civil rights activism, and she sued the railroad, winning a $500 settlement.Wells became a public figure in Memphis through her journalism, writing for "The Living Way," and later became the first Black woman paid as a correspondent in...2024-07-1601 min
The Authority Podcast — Expert Insights and Fresh Ideas for Education LeadersThere Are No Deficits Here with Lauren WellsEnjoying The Authority? Please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. It really helps new listeners to find the show!My guest today is Lauren Wells, Ph.D., an educator, researcher, and community organizer whose work centers on comprehensive, systemic, culturally responsive, and collaborative approaches to educational and social change. She is author of There Are No Deficits Here: Disrupting Anti-Blackness in Education.We talk about:Background of Anti-Blackness in education“The fixes that characterize many school improvement initiatives hinge on...2024-07-1149 min
Inspiration ContagionMarketing Consistency to Prevent Revenue LossCaitlyn Wells shares her journey of overcoming introversion, balancing business and personal life, and creating a culture of peak performance. She discusses empathetic execution, lessons from parenting, avoiding burnout, and focusing on legacy while exploring new revenue streams.
(0:00) Caitlyn Wells on overcoming introversion
(0:59) Introduction by Holly Jean Jackson
(2:24) Caitlyn Wells on empathetic execution
(3:31) Balancing business and personal life
(6:48) Lessons from parenting and business
(9:32) Planning for capacity and avoiding burnout
(10:26) Sponsor: MagicMind
(11:26) Challenges in achieving peak performance
(19:12) Creating a culture of peak performance
(28:49) New revenue streams and shiny objects
(31:59) Caitlyn Wells on legacy
2024-07-0834 min
Cascadia Crime & CryptidsEpisode 113: Missing - Linda Louise Jackson (minisode)Due to lack of information, unfortunately Linda's case is the mini-est of minisodes, but it's still important that we share her case! Linda was about 19 years old when she went missing. She is described as an Indigenous female with black hair and brown eyes, 5’6" and 110lbs. She went by a variety of aliases: Jeanette A. Alexander, Lynette Anderson, Taquisha Jackson, Latisha McNeal, Wylynda McNeal, Linda Jackson Wells, and Wylynda Latasha Wells. If you have any information about Linda’s disappearance please contact the King County Sheriff’s Office at 206-205-3432, reference case 94-091386. Sou...2024-06-2009 minCascadia Crime & CryptidsEpisode 113: Missing - Linda Louise Jackson (minisode)Due to lack of information, unfortunately Linda's case is the mini-est of minisodes, but it's still important that we share her case! Linda was about 19 years old when she went missing. She is described as an Indigenous female with black hair and brown eyes, 5’6" and 110lbs. She went by a variety of aliases: Jeanette A. Alexander, Lynette Anderson, Taquisha Jackson, Latisha McNeal, Wylynda McNeal, Linda Jackson Wells, and Wylynda Latasha Wells. If you have any information about Linda’s disappearance please contact the King County Sheriff’s Office at 206-205-3432, reference case 94-091386. Sou...2024-06-2009 min
Free Reeling It!Episode 54: "Hidden Blade" (2023) w/Jackson Wells
Join Jesse and Matthew as they talk with special guest Jackson Wells about the 2023 film "Hidden Blade". Written & directed by Er Cheng. Starring Wang Yibo, Zhang Jingyi, Tony Leung, Zhou Xun, and Eric Wang
Next episode we'll be talking about "Lupin the Third: Castle of Cagliostro". Directed by Hayao Miyazaki Screenplay by Hayao Miyazaki, Haruya Yamazaki. Starring Yasuo Yamada, Eiko Masuyama, Kiyoshi Kobayashi, Makio Inoue, Goro Naya, Sumi Shimamoto, and Tarō Ishida.
Matthew's blue sky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:jtu4axitprb3lgimkthjn4of
Jesse's blue sky: https://bsky.app/profile/sleeperofth...2023-12-151h 02
The Point After: College Football ShowEP. 32 CFB Post Season Awards/Transfer PortalTHE SECOND ANNUAL TPA COLLEGE FOOTBALL POST SEASON AWARDS! Jackson Groff & Cody Oakes give out the following awards: Offensive & Defensive Freshmen of the Year, Heisman of the Year, Coach of the Year, Games of the Year, Biggest Surprise, Biggest Letdown, & MORE! The Guys also give out their Top 5 Best & Worst Moments of This College Football Season! The Guys will discuss the top quarterbacks & players in Transfer Portal & give out their best fit predictions for each! Lastly, Jackson brings back an old rendition of Buy or Sell where Jackson will give Cody some overreactions & he'll either BUY or SELL them...2023-12-081h 23
The Laser Light ShowEpisode #65: Low Level Lasers in Cosmetic Surgery and Beyond with Dr. Robert JacksonOn today's episode of the Laser Light Show we sit down with Dr. Robert Jackson, an esteemed figure in the realm of cosmetic surgery. With over three decades of dedicated service, Dr. Jackson has profoundly impacted the field, leaving an indelible mark on patient care, education, and surgical innovation. For more than 30 years, Dr. Jackson has been a beacon of excellence in the Indianapolis area, setting an unparalleled standard of care in the realm of cosmetic surgery. His commitment to both his patients and the advancement of medical knowledge has solidified his place as a leader in th...2023-08-2533 min
Writing Excuses18.25: To Narrator or Not to NarratorIn our second episode on Dan Wells’ audio-only book, “Dark One: Forgotten,” we provide you with tools and advice to consider when deciding whether or not to have a narrator. We also talk about location-aware dialogue, or how you can have your characters info dump without it being an info dump. Homework:Take something that you’ve already written, and adapt it for audio. Thing of the Week:Earbuds Podcast Collective, a curated list of podcasts Credits: Your hosts for this episode were Mary Robinette Kowal, DongWon Song, Erin Roberts, D...2023-06-1826 min
Beyond The Resume: A Beloit Rising Professionals PodcastSeason 2 Ep 1: Meet the Team with Jackson Wells and Abby OttoNew season, new episode! Andrew Galauner has returned to Beyond the Resume with our new co-host, Abby Otto! Abby is the Sustainability Specialist for Kerry Taste and Nutrition and is a Rising Professionals board member!
In this new episode, we also have our producer, Jackson Wells! Jackson is the Vice President of Smyth Grey and a member of the Rising Professionals marketing committee. Both Abby and Jackson talk about…
Their respective careers in sustainability and advertising.
Going back to school for a semester.
Changing career pa...2023-05-0550 min
Business on the Edge, Silicon ValleyWells Fargo Invests 335k into NorCal SBDC IP for Black & African American BusinessesJoin AM 1220 KDOW Business on the Edge Coach & Radio Personality Margaret Jackson as she interviews Karen Woodruff, Wells Fargo, SVP, Community Relations, Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce President Sammuel Washington, and Tim Russell, Executive Director, Renaissance Center and Host of the San Mateo SBDC. They will discuss the investment into the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) special program to support the Black and African American business community in Northern California.
2023-03-2841 min
Writing Excuses18.04: An Interview With Dan WellsYour Hosts: Mary Robinette Kowal, DongWon Song, Erin Roberts, Dan Wells, and Howard Tayler In this episode Erin Roberts very enthusiastically launches our interview with "OG" Dan Wells with a delightfully difficult question, paraphrased thusly: "is there advice you gave back in the early days that you still stand by today?" There are lots of other questions, including one about bacon! Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex JacksonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: http...2023-01-2321 minWriting Excuses18.02: An Interview with DongWon SongYour Hosts: Mary Robinette Kowal, DongWon Song, Erin Roberts, Dan Wells, and Howard Tayler As we announced in last week's episode (and in this press release), DongWon Song and Erin Roberts are joining us as permanent cast members. In this episode we conduct an interview with DongWon Song, plumbing a few depths, and learning a bit more about what they can teach all of us. Liner Notes: DongWon Song's newsletter, Publishing is Hard, can be found at publishingishard.com. It's free, but paid subscriptions are available. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jacks...2023-01-0923 minWriting Excuses18.01: Twenty Twenty-Three, By Way of IntroductionYour Hosts: Mary Robinette Kowal, DongWon Song, Erin Roberts, Dan Wells, and Howard Tayler We begin 2023 with some big changes, and in this episode we'll discuss those, starting with some changes to the core cast. DongWon Song and Erin Roberts are joining us as permanent cast members, and Brandon Sanderson is stepping aside with "emeritus" status. But the episode isn't just announcements. We each talk about where we are career-wise, what we're working on, and what we're excited to bring to the podcast this year. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson 2023-01-0224 minWriting Excuses17.50: Consistency, Inconsistency, and the Crushing Weight of ExpectationsYour Hosts: Howard Tayler, Dongwon Song, and Dan Wells Thanks to some last-minute schedule changes, we almost didn't have an episode for today. Only three cast members were able to make it to the session, and none of those three had the syllabus. But we forged ahead anyway, and recorded an episode about why we felt it was important to record an episode. That may sound like one too many layers of meta, but just wait until we add the layers in which this actually applies to writing! Liner Notes: Dongwon's newsletter is called "Publishing is Hard." Dan's newsletter...2022-12-1222 min
A Healthy Push047: How Minimalism Can Actually Relieve Stress and Anxiety & Support Your Mental Health With Katy Joy WellsYou might be thinking, here we go with the woo-woo talk. And trust me, I get it! But decluttering your life can go a LONG way in supporting your mental health. And there's actually science that shows how clutter and an excess of things directly affects your mental health and can actually increase cortisol levels (+ stress/anxiety)! Katy Joy Wells is a mom, a declutter expert, a podcaster, and a simplifier. And through her own journey with anxiety and depression, she was led to minimalism and was able to see just how much freedom she could experience...2022-11-0738 minWriting Excuses17.41: Picture Books are Books Too, with Special Guest Seth FishmanYour Hosts: Mary Robinette Kowal, Dan Wells, Brandon Sanderson, and Howard Tayler, with special guest Seth Fishman Seth Fishman, author of seven picture books (as well as lots of longer-form stuff), joins us to talk about writing picture books, including some of the business and publication aspects. No-Context Pull Quote: "Your art is so bad we're going to hire someone to draw badly for you." Credits: This episode was recorded live by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex JacksonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br...2022-10-1018 minWriting Excuses17.40: Questions & Answers About Structure, with Special Guest Peng ShepherdYour Hosts: Mary Robinette Kowal, Dan Wells, Brandon Sanderson, and Howard Tayler, with special guest Peng Shepherd Peng Shepherd joined us aboard Liberty of the Seas for WXR 2022, and returned with us to the topic of story structures. In this episode we answer questions from our live audience. The questions include: How do you make sure you've got the right number of plot threads? How do you spread the structure of a given plot line across multiple books? How do you avoiding having subplots distract readers from the main plot? What are some strategies you can use to better a...2022-10-0324 min
Living Word teachings and sermonsDigging Wells pt. 6: The well of WorshipWells are sources of spiritual sustenance that are necessary for survival of the church, of the saint.
Our spiritual fathers and mothers dug up wells. When we were growing up spiritually, we drank from those wells.
Today the world wants to shut those wells down
We need to not only dig new wells, but to dig up those crucial wells that our spiritual moms and dads dug; which sustained them in their time. 2022-09-1716 minLiving Word teachings and sermonsDigging Wells part 2: "Spiritual Wells". Genesis 26.The enemy wants to plug up the wells that sustained our spiritual fathers and mothers.
The wells of
holiness,
separation,
praise,
worship,
The Holy Spirit etc
2022-09-1717 min
Wayfinding with Kel and JackEp. 25... Tarot Kelly and Jackson welcome their first Wayfinding guest in this episode! Robin Wells is a psychic medium, a Reiki master, and a coach based in the Denver-metro area. Robin leads a Tarot reading for each Jackson and Kelly, and even though Jackson is a spirituality skeptic, the experience left both Kel and Jack with some good fodder for reflection.Find your way to more info ...- Robin Wells- TarotFind us and submit your questions on Instagram at @WayfindingMedia2022-09-1245 minWriting Excuses17.37: Science and Fiction—It’s Not Just Science FictionYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, and Cady Coleman The fictional side of science and the scientific side of fiction are part of the discipline of science communication, often called SciComm. In this episode Cady Coleman joins us to talk about how science fiction fits into the field of SciComm, and how the stories we tell can affect the people who read them. Credits: This episode was recorded before a live audience by Rob Kowal, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...2022-09-1219 minWriting Excuses17.36: Space for EveryoneYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, and Cady Coleman Chemist, USAF Colonel, and NASA Astronaut Cady Coleman joins us to talk about actual travel to actual space, and how that's a thing which is increasingly available to people who are not in the employ of government space agencies. Also, we discuss how the demographics of space travelers are changing, and how this is creating safer space travel for everyone. Credits: This episode was recorded before a live audience by Rob Kowal, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donations2022-09-0519 minWriting Excuses17.35: Nuances of DialogYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler We wrap up our eight-episode dialog master class with a discussion of nuance, which is difficult to describe in a blurb because it's... well, nuanced. That may sound a bit recursive, but our discussion dives deep into the meta. Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-08-2919 minWriting Excuses17.34: Developing SubtextYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler We begin this episode with a quick exploration of the terminology, and what we mean when we say "text," "context," and "subtext." Subtext exists between text and context. It's the information which isn't actually in the text, but which we are able to divine based on the context. And in this episode we talk about how to use context and text to provide subtext to the reader. Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https...2022-08-2219 minWriting Excuses17.33: Building TensionYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler Tension! In this episode we discuss the ways dialog can build and/or maintain tension, especially when placed in context with the rest of the scene. Liner Notes: A great article about tension for those who (like Howard) may need a solid working definition -Toward a general psychological model of tension and suspense Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsP...2022-08-1518 minWriting Excuses17.32: Everything is About ConflictYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler Everything is about conflict? Really? Well, yes. Maybe not in the action-movie sense, but conflict is everywhere, even among people whose goals, objectives, and methodologies are in alignment. This, of course, means that it exists among your cast of characters, and it will inform the way the talk to one another. Liner Notes: We mentioned this famous Monty Python sketch about wanting to have an argument. Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redci...2022-08-0817 minWriting Excuses17.31: Everyone Has an AgendaYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler We've mentioned "area of intention" earlier in this dialog master class, but now the concept gets the spotlight. If all of your characters have their own agendas, their own areas of intention, then the dialog between them should reflect that. Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-08-0120 minWriting Excuses17.30: Know Your CharactersYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler How well do you know your characters? Sure, you might know their age, nationality, and perhaps wardrobe, but how well do you know their internal characteristics? Do you know them well enough that you can write dialog that sounds like them? In this episode we discuss how you might approach this problem. Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPriva...2022-07-2519 minWriting Excuses17.29: The Job of DialogueYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler We're back with Maurice Broaddus for the second in our eight-episode mini-master-class on writing dialogue. This time around we're addressing the question of dialogue's "job." What's it for? Why is this particular bit of dialogue in this scene, this chapter, this book? Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-07-1820 min
The Healing TentThe Mission of Your Story- Dr. Tytianna RingstaffHow to connect with us: Dr. Angel Jackson www.oneholisticliving.com Facebook: One Holistic Living Instagram: iamdrjackson Laresa Jackson Graham www.thehealingtent.org Dr. Tytianna Wells Ringstaff www.honeytreepublishingus.com For skin care products and more visit www.botava.shop (new subscribers receive 15% off your purchase).2022-07-1548 minWriting Excuses17.28: Keys to Writing DialogYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Maurice Broaddus, and Howard Tayler Writer, teacher, and community organizer Maurice Broaddus joins us for an eight-episode mini-master-class on writing dialogue. In this episode he walks us through his three keys: pay attention to how people speak, write in a way that evokes how they speak, and write dialogue that makes individual characters distinctive. Liner Notes: We mention Descript transcription software in this episode. Here's a link! Credits: This episode was recorded by Daniel Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donations2022-07-1118 minWriting Excuses17.27: Ensembles Behind the ScenesYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler In this, our final "ensemble masterclass" episode, we discuss the nuts-and-bolts, the tips and tricks, the tools of the trade. In short, we talk very specifically about how we do it. Color-coded sticky notes, index cards, spreadsheets, and more... Liner Notes: Howard's guest story for Dave Kellet's DRIVE compendium is now running online! It's called "History and Haberdashery." Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https...2022-07-0419 minWriting Excuses17.26: Hanging SeparatelyYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler Our episode title comes to us across two and a half centuries: "We must, indeed, all hang together or, most assuredly, we shall all hang separately." —Benjamin Franklin We've already established that you're planning to write an ensemble. This isn't an episode about the pros and cons of ensembles. No, we're here to talk about how an ensemble story can go wrong, leaving the characters to hang separately rather than hanging together. Liner Notes: It happened again! We referenced the Ty Franck/Daniel Abraham episode, which we recorded at Ge...2022-06-2718 minWriting Excuses17.25: Archetypes, Ensembles, and ExpectationsYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler We've talked about making every member of the ensemble meaningful. In this episode we're discussing who, in archetype terms, everybody is. How can archetypes help us get started, how can they help us set reader expectations, and what are the archetype-related pitfalls we need to avoid? And finally, is 'archetype' even the correct term here? Liner Notes: Here's the "Black Superheroes with Electrical Powers" article. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wr...2022-06-2020 minWriting Excuses17.24: Ensembles and GenreYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler This week we're talking about how our genre choice influences the structure of our ensemble. How is a heist ensemble different from a superhero team? What happens when the superheroes need to do a heist? Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-06-1317 minWriting Excuses17.23: Are We Stronger Together?Your Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler Sometimes we have to look at our ensemble of characters and ask ourselves what kind of story we're trying to tell? If the story works with a single protagonist and one POV, maybe this isn't an ensemble story after all. If, however, the plot requires a team effort from the heroes, then we need to make sure the necessary team members make it onto the page. Liner Notes: The "I'm the tin dog" moment is from Doctor Who, S2 E3, "School Reunion." Mickey is speaking. Howard couldn't remember Mic...2022-06-0621 minWriting Excuses17.22: Establishing the EnsembleYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler Every character in your ensemble needs to matter to the team, or they probably don't belong in the ensemble. Zoraida Cordova leads us into this discussion of how we build our ensembles, how we introduce the characters, and how we ensure that all of them are important to the group. Liner Notes: The article about Superman's very first line of dialog is here. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donati...2022-05-3017 minWriting Excuses17.21: Casting Your Story With Character VoiceYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler Every member of your ensemble has a reason to be there, but they also have their own voice. Zoraida Cordova joins us for a discussion of how we make our ensemble characters distinct from one another. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-05-2321 minWriting Excuses17.20: Basics of Ensemble CharacterizationYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Zoraida Cordova, Kaela Rivera, and Howard Tayler What's the difference between an ensemble story, and a story the has a lot of characters in it? Zoraida Cordova joins us for this episode, kicking off an eight-episode mini-master-class about ensembles. In this episode we discuss what makes ensembles work, and how we distinguish the "pro-protagonist" from the "co-protagonist" as we create character arcs. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bra...2022-05-1615 minWriting Excuses17.19: Working in a Collaborative EnvironmentYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Brandon Sanderson, and Megan Lloyd Megan Lloyd returns to the podcast to talk us through the process of creating something in a collaborative environment, whether it's a pair of authors working together, or a dozen people working to write, storyboard, and animate a television series. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex JacksonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-05-0917 minWriting Excuses17.18: How to be Funny, with Jody Lynn NyeYour Hosts: Dan Wells and Brandon Sanderson, with special guest Jody Lynn Nye So, you've decided you want something to be funny. How do you go about making that happen? Jody Lynn Nye joined Dan and Brandon at LTUE, and pitched this topic to them. And yes, it's much more than just "delivery, delivery, delivery." Liner Notes: "It's always more funny when Howard's not here." —Brandon Sanderson at LTUE 2022 (posted here for posterity) Credits: This episode was recorded by Dan Thompson, and mastered by Alex Jackson. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/writing-excuses2130/donationsAdve...2022-05-0217 minWriting Excuses17.17: Writing in the Public DomainYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Brandon Sanderson, and Gama Martinez Did you know that there are some famous intellectual properties which have entered the public domain, and which you can therefore use to create your own stories? It's true! Gama Martinez (whose God of Neverland novel features Peter Pan) joined Dan and Brandon at LTUE to talk about how cool this is, and (more importantly) what kinds of things authors need to do in order to make sure they're only using the public domain bits of the properties in question. Liner Notes: Need a list of things that entered the pub...2022-04-2513 minWriting Excuses17.16: Miscellaneous StructuresYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler Thus far we've attempted to organize our discussion of sub-, micro-, and other alternative structures with specific categories, but this domain is a lot larger than that. This final episode with our guest host Peng Shepherd has been titled "Miscellaneous Structures" because, y'know, sometimes the last bucket in your row of carefully, taxonomically-labeled buckets needs to be "miscellaneous." Liner Notes: Howard mentions "LTUE" during the episode. Hey, guess what! The next few episodes following this one were (will have been?) recorded at LTUE! Credits: This episode was re...2022-04-1818 minWriting Excuses17.15: Storytelling in the FootnotesYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler You probably already know what footnotes are¹, but have you ever seen a story told through the footnotes²? It's similar to the story-within-a-story structure, but there's more to it than that. In this episode our guest host Peng Shepherd explores footnote storytelling³ with us. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson ——— ¹ This is an example of a footnote. ² This is not an example of footnote storytelling. ³ With the addition of a third footnote, maaaybe there's a beginning, middle, and end, and therefore...2022-04-1121 minWriting Excuses17.14: Structuring for Disordered or Order-less Reading OrderYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler Guest host Peng Shepherd leads our discussion of "order-less reading order" (after we get past the business of "having too much fun with the episode title"). But what do we even mean by "order-less" or "disordered?" At one level, we mean you can just pick up the story anywhere and start reading. Kind of like TV series prior to the advent of the fully serial series. But kind of unlike it, because how does this work within just one book? Liner Notes: For good examples of non-order-dependent s...2022-04-0421 minWriting Excuses17.13: Structuring Around a ThingYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler Our exploration of sub- and micro-structures continues with guest host Peng Shepherd. This week we're talking about how a story can be structured around a "thing." The simplest explanatory example would be structuring around a map, which is where we start the episode... kind of like how The Lord of the Rings starts in The Shire. This episode does not end with even one of us climbing a volcano. Liner Notes: Tower of Babel, by Josiah Bancroft The Storyteller's Tarot Spread Credits: This episode was recorded by Mar...2022-03-2819 minWriting Excuses17.12: Structuring a Story Within a StoryYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler One common structure—both macro and micro—is the "story within a story," or "framing story" structure, and yet somehow we've never really explored it on Writing Excuses. Guest host Peng Shepherd is here to help us set things right. Liner Notes: Here are some examples of story-within-a-story structure... Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer Cloud Atlas, by David Mitchell Hyperion Cantos, by Dan Simmons Neverending Story, by Michael Ende One Thousand and One Nights Sun the Moon and the Stars, by Stephen Brust Ten Thousand Doors of Januar...2022-03-2020 minWriting Excuses17.11: Structuring with Multiple TimelinesYour Hosts: Dan Wells, Mary Robinette Kowal, Peng Shepherd, and Howard Tayler Guest host Peng Shepherd continues to lead our exploration of sub- and micro-structures by taking us into the scaffolding of in media res, flashbacks, and other tools for structuring a story by telling it out of chronological order. We also cover how to do this without breaking the flow of the story. Liner Notes: The "trousers of time" book Howard referenced was Jingo, by Terry Pratchett. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex JacksonSupport this podcast at — http...2022-03-1319 min
Cross SportsL.A. Rams won Super Bowl LVI, Olympic Erin Jackson made history and 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend!The Los Angeles Rams won Super Bowl 56, Olympic speed skater Erin Jackson made history and the 2022 NBA All-Star Weekend!
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METAL UP YOUR PODCAST - All Things MetallicaMUYP Radio - The Beatles (pt. 2)On part 2 of this special edition Beatles radio, Clint plays his top ten Beatles songs of all time talking through the albums, recording sessions and stories behind the songs. Clint also answers questions from patrons and discusses the psychedelic era of the Beatles, their influence on pop culture in the 60’s including Hendrix, Zappa and The Beach Boys, Plastic Ono Band, The Beatles quitting touring, stretching in the studio, Bob Dylan’s "Like A Rolling Stone", Paul McCartney’s acoustic guitar playing, Beatles copyright issues, Paul and John’s relationship with George, Beatle harmonies, Rufus Wainwright, easy Beatles songs to play...2021-12-171h 21
EdLeaderBrave Enough to Be It featuring Dr. Elena AshburnWhen making her first remarks as the 2021 Wells Fargo North Carolina State Principal of the Year, Dr. Ashburn shared from Amanda Gorman's poem, "The Hill We Climb"When day comes we step out of the shade,aflame and unafraid,the new dawn blooms as we free it.For there is always light,if only we're brave enough to see it.If only we're brave enough to be it.Joining Dr. Jackson on the...2021-08-2932 min
The Wellness Mama Podcast467: Dr. Tim Jackson on Mold Toxicity, Testing, and Remediation This episode is all about mold! Mold exposure, mold toxicity, and mold remediation, both in the home environment and in the body. I’m here with Dr. Tim Jackson who is a functional medicine practitioner and biohacker, and he’s also a member of the Wellness Mama medical review board because I really trust his opinion and … 2021-08-0546 minWriting Excuses16.30: First Page Fundamentals—THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSEYour Hosts: DongWon Song, Mary Robinette Kowal, Dan Wells, and Howard Tayler In this episode we explore the first page of The Haunting of Hill House, by Shirley Jackson, with the goal of learning how to build good first pages for own own work. Credits: This episode was recorded by Marshall Carr, Jr., and mastered by Alex Jackson Liner Notes: here is the 1st paragraph of The Haunting of Hill House, for reference. No live organism can continue for long to exist sanely under conditions of absolute reality; even larks and katydids are supposed, by some, to dream. Hill House...2021-07-2621 min
SWACtalkJackson State Spring 2021 Season RecapThe Deion Sanders era at Jackson State got off to an unusual start due to the season starting in the Spring. The Tigers jumped to a 3-0 start but finished the season on the field with 3 straight losses. There were some bright spots but there were also some things that needed to be worked on. A foundation for the future is being established, we will discuss how the spring season went.
2021-06-1324 minEdLeaderEffective Principals Affect Students and Schools Part II featuring Kisha Clemmons, Dr. Carrie Tulbert, and Tabari WallaceIn Part II of this special two-part EdLeader series on the Effect of Principals, Dr. Jackson sits down with fellow former State Principals of the Year to review the recently released Wallace Foundation Report, "How Principals Affect Students and Schools: A Systematic Synthesis of Two Decades of Research." The researchers found that "an effective principal’s impact is stronger and broader than previously thought, making it “difficult to envision” a higher return on investment in K-12 education than the cultivation of high-quality school leadership, according to this research synthesis."In a previous episode, Dr. Jackson spoke with Dr. An...2021-05-2032 minEdLeaderEffective Principals Affect Students and Schools Part I featuring Kisha Clemmons, Dr. Carrie Tulbert, and Tabari WallaceIn the latest episode of EdLeader, Dr. Jackson sits down with fellow former State Principals of the Year to review the recently released Wallace Foundation Report, "How Principals Affect Students and Schools: A Systematic Synthesis of Two Decades of Research." The researchers found that "an effective principal’s impact is stronger and broader than previously thought, making it “difficult to envision” a higher return on investment in K-12 education than the cultivation of high-quality school leadership, according to this research synthesis."In a previous episode, Dr. Jackson spoke with Dr. Anna Egalite, coauthor of the Wallace Foundation Report...2021-05-1032 min