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The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna283 | The Art of the Character IntroductionIn this special craft supercut, we gather wisdom from recent guests on one essential question: how do you introduce a character?
From subtle entrances to defining first actions, writers including Sharon Horgan, George Saunders, Dana Fox, and Akiva Goldsman share how they think about character, voice, and point of view from the very first moment.
Featured writers:
Sharon Horgan (Episode 225)
Clint Bentley (Episode 230)
Malcolm Washington & Virgil Williams (Episode 237)
Dana Fox (Episode 239)
George Saunders (Episode 240)
John Henion (Episode 242)
Carla Banks-Waddles (Episode 245)
Rob Spera (Episode 247)
Sheila Hanahan Taylor (Episode 253)
Sylvia Batey Alcalá & Mac Smullen (Episode 255)
Kaz Firpo (Ep...
2026-01-2940 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna282 | In Your Dreams Writer/Directors Alex Woo & Erik Benson on Writing Animated FeaturesIN YOUR DREAMS writer/directors Alex Woo and Erik Benson join us to talk about writing animated features - from storyboarding as a form of rewriting to building emotional stakes in fantastical worlds.
Alex and Erik break down collaboration in animation, adapting personal experiences for family storytelling, and why animated characters must be treated as real, complex people.
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2026-01-271h 05The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna280 | Noah Baumbach & Emily Mortimer on Creative Partnership, Process, and PermissionNoah Baumbach (MARRIAGE STORY, FRANCES HA) and Emily Mortimer (THE PURSUIT OF LOVE, DOLL & EM) join Lorien to talk about co-writing their new Netflix film JAY KELLY, from long conversations and false starts to discovering the emotional core of the story together.
They talk about writing without outlines, why not knowing is part of the job, how acting informs writing, and the surprising gift of having permission to be “whimsical, wrong, and brave” before locking a script into shape.
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2026-01-1945 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna279 | Rian Johnson on Writing High-Concept Stories with Deep Emotional StakesRian Johnson (KNIVES OUT, LOOPER, STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI) joins Meg for a deep craft conversation about balancing bold, high-concept ideas with intimate emotional storytelling.
Rian breaks down how character - not plot mechanics - is the engine behind mystery, world-building, and genre, from crafting unforgettable character introductions to using theme as a dramatic misdirection tool. They also explore how emotion drives high-concept rules, how to write suspects with clarity, and why outlining is essential when juggling complex narratives.
A masterclass in marrying big ideas with human stakes from one of today’s most di...
2026-01-1952 min
Woman's HourWeekend Woman's Hour: Kids and screen time, Nikki Lilly, The Traitors, Subpar relationships, Mia McKenna-BruceParents of under-fives in England are to be offered official advice on how long their children should spend watching TV or looking at computer screens. It comes as government research shows about 98% of children under two were watching screens on a daily basis - with parents, teachers and nursery staff saying youngsters were finding it harder to hold conversations or concentrate on learning. To discuss this further Nuala McGovern is joined by Kate Silverton, child counsellor and parenting author, and Professor Sonia Livingstone from the London School of Economics and author of Parenting for a Digital Future. ...
2026-01-1753 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna281 | Wicked: For Good Writer Dana Fox on High-Concept Movie IdeasDana Fox (WICKED, WICKED: FOR GOOD) returns to talk about high-concept movie ideas and why the premise matters more than ever.
Dana breaks down what makes an idea market-ready, how to tell if a concept has real gas in the tank, and why emerging writers should focus on selling the idea before perfecting the execution.
She also reflects on writing WICKED as two films, crafting emotional payoff over time, and why - even at the highest level - writing never gets easier.
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2026-01-161h 10
Peplau's GhostGuardians Of The Therapeutic Relationship with Dr Hugh McKennaSend a textWhat happens to psychiatric mental health nursing when the job is squeezed into a prescriber’s chair and the classroom forgets its own theory? We sit down with Dr. Hugh McKenna to unpack a global reality: staffing shortages, overextended faculty, and policy moves that risk diluting mental health specialization just as community needs spike—especially among young people.Hugh takes us across Europe and the U.S. to compare models and trade hard-won lessons. We explore why defending the PhD matters for nursing’s knowledge base, how interdisciplinary teams actually accelerate better outcom...
2026-01-1331 min
White Wine Question TimePaul McKenna on mindset, happiness and catching bad guys.Welcome to 2026! We've lined up the perfect guest for our first episode of the new year. Paul McKenna has helped millions of people with his books, DVDs, CDs & downloads. He's one of the best-selling self-help authors on the planet, and in this chat he opens up about finding love through hypnotism, the darker side of hypnotism and the ethics of toying with someone's self-conscious. It's a fascinating conversation and we hope it helps add some positivity to what can feel like the longest month of the year! We are fast...
2026-01-0840 minWhite Wine Question TimePaul McKenna on mindset, happiness and catching bad guys.Welcome to 2026! We've lined up the perfect guest for our first episode of the new year. Paul McKenna has helped millions of people with his books, DVDs, CDs & downloads. He's one of the best-selling self-help authors on the planet, and in this chat he opens up about finding love through hypnotism, the darker side of hypnotism and the ethics of toying with someone's self-conscious. It's a fascinating conversation and we hope it helps add some positivity to what can feel like the longest month of the year! We are fast...
2026-01-0840 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna278 | The Screenwriting Life: Joy, Frustration, Advice & Pride (TSL 2025 Supercut)As we close out 2025, we’re sharing a special supercut of our 2025 guests answering the Big Questions we ask every writer: What brings you the most joy when it comes to writing? What frustrates you about your writing? What advice would you give your younger self? And, new this year - What’s your proudest career moment to date?
An honest and inspiring supercut featuring voices from across film and TV, reflecting on why we write, what makes it hard, and what makes it all worth it.
Featured Guests:
00:00:24 - Clint Bentley (Episode 230)00...
2026-01-011h 37The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna277 | Scriptnotes Hosts John August & Craig Mazin: The Craft Lessons That Matter MostJohn August and Craig Mazin - hosts of the legendary Scriptnotes podcast - join us for a wide-ranging conversation inspired by their new book, Scriptnotes: A Book About Screenwriting and Things That Are Interesting to Screenwriters.
We talk about why rigid structure can miss the point, how theme emerges from character, what fear and denial really look like on the page, and how writers can survive rejection without letting it define them.
A candid, funny, and deeply reassuring conversation for writers at every stage.
A special thanks to Scriptnotes producer Drew Marquardt and edi...
2025-12-2353 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna276 | The Naked Gun Writers Doug Mand & Dan Gregor on Fearless Comedy and Trusting the ProcessIn this episode, THE NAKED GUN writers Doug Mand and Dan Gregor take us inside the making of one of the boldest studio comedies in years. They break down how they approached structure in a spoof film, why emotional arcs matter just as much as jokes, and how committing fully to the stupidest ideas can sometimes be the smartest choice.
Doug and Dan talk candidly about fearlessness, rejection, impostor syndrome, and why every movie is a miracle. It’s ultimately a funny, honest, and deeply encouraging conversation about sustaining a creative life in comedy.
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2025-12-1852 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna275 | How Holiday Movies Get Made (ft. Screenwriter Maggie Lane & Producer Eric Jarboe)This week we’re celebrating one of our favorite genres: holiday movies!
Screenwriter Maggie Lane (HOTEL FOR THE HOLIDAYS) and producer Eric Jarboe (FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS, THE PRINCESS SWITCH) join us to pull back the curtain on how Christmas films are conceived, pitched, developed, budgeted, and shot - sometimes in as little as 13 days.
We dig into what networks actually want, how to craft a great rom-com holiday premise, what makes a title irresistible, how to build producible scripts, and why collaboration (and quick rewrites!) are everything. It’s a warm, funny, highly practical episode full of in...
2025-12-1157 min
We Are PoWEr PodcastWhat It Really Takes to Get Into Sports BroadcastingIn this episode, we speak with Kate McKenna, a BBC Sport assistant producer who went from Liverpool FC tour guide to working on some of the world’s biggest sporting events, without industry connections. Kate shares how saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities helped her break into one of the most competitive industries, and why careers rarely unfold in a straight line.She takes us behind the scenes of life at BBC Sport, where no two days look the same. From coordinating VTs in the intensity of live athletics broadcasts to travelling globally for major sporting events...
2025-12-0825 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna274 | Derek Kolstad (John Wick, Nobody): How to Craft Character and Action on the PageIn this episode, JOHN WICK creator Derek Kolstad joins us to break down how he crafts character-driven action on the page. Derek shares how he thinks about tone, rhythm, and world-building, why action is an extension of the hero’s journey, and the psychological tricks he uses to survive rewrites.
We also dig into his collaborations with actors like Keanu Reeves and Bob Odenkirk, his approach to adapting IP, and the creative habits that keep him excited to write "fade in."
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2025-12-0458 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna273 | The Roots of Imposter Syndrome - Part 2In Part 2 of our conversation with counselor and healer Madaline Blau, we move from understanding imposter syndrome to learning how to work with it in the body.
Madaline guides us through grounding practices and shares a powerful 10-minute guided visualization designed to help you return to your truth, your courage, and the deeper steadiness beneath your storytelling.
If you haven’t heard Part 1, start there for the full arc of this conversation. Then come back for this beautiful, restorative close to the episode.
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2025-11-2747 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna272 | The Roots of Imposter Syndrome - Part 1In Part 1 of our deep dive into imposter syndrome, counselor and healer Madaline Blau helps us understand where creative insecurity really comes from - and why so many writers feel stuck between confidence and collapse.
We unpack instinct, how insight shapes character and story, and the early experiences that form our creative identity.
This episode ends at a powerful emotional pause, with Part 2 picking up next week as we move into grounding, embodiment, and a guided visualization with Madaline.
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2025-11-2039 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna271 | Melissa Rosenberg (Jessica Jones, Dexter): Finding Your Creative CenterMelissa Rosenberg - creator of JESSICA JONES, head writer of DEXTER, and screenwriter of the TWILIGHT films - joins Lorien to talk about what it takes to stay grounded as a storyteller.
From building creative communities to rediscovering her artistic voice after decades in Hollywood, Melissa reflects on the evolving balance between ambition, authenticity, and healing through story.
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2025-11-1350 minThe Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna270 | Jenny Han (The Summer I Turned Pretty): Writing Love, Longing & Coming of AgeJenny Han - creator, showrunner, and bestselling author of THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY - joins Lorien to talk about the art of writing love, longing, and growing up.
From balancing fandom expectations to crafting authentic emotion, Jenny shares how she translates deeply personal themes to the screen, keeps romantic tension alive over multiple seasons, and why writing about first love never gets old.
Whether you’re Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah, this one’s for you.
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2025-11-1242 min
The Mom RoomKate McKenna on Balancing the Broadcast Booth and MotherhoodEp553. Renee sits down with Kate McKenna, award-winning TV producer, broadcaster, and reporter who leads TSN’s coverage of the Northern Super League—a top-division professional women’s soccer league in Canada. Kate and Renee about Kate’ motherhood journey, and the double standard mom’s face balancing career and raising kids.Find Kate McKenna: Instagram: @kmckenna77Sponsors:Uncommon Goods - To get 15% off your next gift, go to www.uncommongoods.com/momroom. Cowboy Colostrum - For a limited time, our listeners are getting 25% off their entire order. Just h...
2025-11-1138 min
Rarely NormalEpisode 59: Kate McKenna | Pancreatic CancerNovember is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month. It's considered a rare cancer, since about 3% of all new cancer diagnoses are Pancreatic but it's become a significant public health issue because it is the eighth leading cause of cancer death. We welcome Kate McKenna to the studio to shed light on a cancer that's impacted multiple members of her family. She shared her grief journey, experience supporting her family, and how she's taking care of her own health.
2025-11-0458 min
Lay It All Out ThereSomebody Has to F*** Sean Evans w/ Kate SpencerPodcast host Kate Spencer joins McKenna to chat about plastic surgery, financial red flags, and what makes a good best friend. Tune in every Monday for a new episode of Lay It All Out There.SIGN UP FOR THE EMAIL LIST SO YOU NEVER MISS AN EPISODE: http://layitalloutthere.eo.page/FIND KATE HERE:Instagram: @kate_kate_spencerInstagram: @committothebitpodFIND MCKENNA HEREInstagram: @hahamckennaTikTok: @hahamckennaBusiness email: mckennamoore.comedy@gmail...
2025-09-0831 min
The Jaftaf ShowF1 The Movie : Brad Pitt's Most Hyped Movie in 2025 | The Jaftaf Show 84F1 The Movie : Brad Pitt's Most Hyped Movie in 2025 | The Jaftaf Show 84Connect The Jaftaf Show onInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thejaftafshowFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thejaftafshowTwitter - https://www.twitter.com/thejaftafshowLinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/thejaftafshow🎧 Stream The Jaftaf Show Episodes on Your Favorite Platform : Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/37NEaam61QvJLm5rle5Squ?si=e6331804f4e94b4cApple Podcast - h...
2025-07-0132 min
Rainbow Hollywood - A Podcast with Caleb LawBella Ramsey's Eternity, Mckenna Grace's Hunger Games Tribute and Rihanna's Smurfs MovieSome news about Bella Ramsey's emotional eternity on Joel's Death part from The Last of Us, Mckenna Grace joining the cast of the next Hunger Games film, Peter Krause's 9-1-1 emotional reflection, Millena Brandão's death, SoundCloud's terms of service update, 2001 Film with Finneas and Kate Hudson and Rihanna's new Smurfs movie and song.
2025-05-2247 min
it's cool, us too.episode 101 - millennial motherhood in the splinter era with Kate McKennaIn this episode of it's cool, us too, we sit down with Kate McKenna, producer of the digital series Mom Life Crisis, to talk honestly about the raw realities of motherhood. From navigating friendships and the unequal mental load of parenting to finding moments of flow amid the chaos, Kate shares her journey with authenticity and grace. We dive into how COVID-19 shaped the parenting experience and why honest conversations are crucial for maintaining mental health and community support. Whether you're a mom, thinking about becoming one, or just curious about the realities of motherhood, this episode offers a...
2025-04-0253 min
So There’s That…The Wheel of Time (Season 3) PremiereStream "The Wheel of Time" on Prime Video every Thursday! Based on the book series by Robert Jordan_____Logline: The series explores the battle between Light and the Dark One, a powerful evil that has been freed after being imprisoned a generation earlierGenre: Adventure/FantasyCreator: Rafe JudkinsDirector: Ciaran Donnely (301 & 302) Thomas Napper (303)Writer: Justine Juel Gillmer (301) Kate McKenna (302) Beverly Okhio (303)Director of Photography: Christopher NorrCast: Rosamund Pike (Moiraine) Daniel...
2025-03-131h 18
The She Means Business PodcastPerfecting your communication with Kate McKennaIn this episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosts Gail Banack and Ilana Santone welcome Kate McKenna, a Canadian Screen Award-winning producer and broadcaster. Kate shares her winding career journey from aspiring teacher to media powerhouse, discussing her experiences in various roles, including her work on CTV's The Social. The conversation delves into the importance of authenticity in media, tangible tips for effective communication, and the challenges faced by millennials in the workplace. Kate also highlights her passion project, digital mini-series - Mom Life Crisis, which addresses the complexities of motherhood and career. The episode concludes with Kate's...
2025-02-2534 min
Kermode on FilmHOW TO HAVE SEX with Mia McKenna-Bruce & Molly Manning Walker – plus Ian McKellen on HAMLETIn this episode of Kermode on Film, Mark is joined by the legendary Sir Ian McKellen to talk about the film version of HAMLET directed by Sean Mathias.Following that he talks with star Mia McKenna-Bruce and director Molly Manning Walker about their award-winning feature HOW TO HAVE SEX.This episode of the Kermode on Film podcast is Part 1 of the MK3D show, recorded live at the BFI Southbank on Monday 18 December 2023.Next week’s podcast features Part 2 of that show, in which Mark talks to George MacKay about his role...
2025-02-2534 min
The Mom ExistenceExploring the Momlife Crisis with Kate McKennaKate McKenna is an award-winning television producer and broadcaster with extensive experience in the Canadian media industry. She has worked both behind the scenes and on camera for programs such as CTV's The Social, Your Morning, and MUCH's SIDES. Additionally, she has contributed as a writer and content creator for TSN, the CFL, CBC Sports, and The Hamilton Spectator. Kate is the creator and host of The Social's digital series, Momlife Crisis, which explores the challenges and joys of motherhood. She is also a mother of two, balancing her dynamic career with family life while sharing relatable i...
2025-01-161h 03
Dyed GreenMaking Magic at Arán BakeryOur guests on this week’s episode followed their passions for food from the Philippines and Poland to Denmark, where they met, fell in love, and honed their craft, before moving to Kilkenny to open one of the best bread bakeries in Ireland. Since opening in 2019, Nicole and Bart have won the Supreme Champion Award at Blas na hÉireann; the Irish Times Top 100 Best Places to Have Lunch in Ireland; Ireland's Best Brunch at the Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards; and were recently named Best in Ireland 2025 by the McKenna Guide.On this week’s episode, we ta...
2024-12-091h 02
Bound & Determined℠9.01 | For All the Right Reasons with Kate Scully KrebsbachHost Meg McKeen welcomes Kate Scully Krebsbach to open this 9th season of the podcast. Together we chat through Kate's decision to join her family insurance agency - it wasn't an obvious or easy or quick one - and how she's been able to navigate a new career in insurance sales by narrowing her focus to a single type of business and then going deep into her understanding, and her support, of it. Kate is so generous in this conversation, sharing her ideas for growing your own insurance practice - and in doing so, reminds us that there's more...
2024-09-1950 min
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2024-06-2459 min
Commit to the Bit with Kate Spencer and Paitra BabbMCKENNA MOORE'S BITSOur first guest - Standup comic McKenna Moore shares her personal bits she commits to.
2024-05-2936 min
ADHD Women's Wellbeing PodcastHealing from Emotional Abuse and Narcissism with Katie McKenna and Helen VilliersToday's conversation features the incredibly insightful and informative Katie McKenna and Helen Villers. In this episode, we are talking about the impact of growing up with emotionally abusive or narcissistic parents, understanding this through the lens of neurodivergence and healing from this behaviour so we can finally break systemic generational patterns. Helen Villiers, LLB, PG Cert, PG Dip, MA, is a psychotherapist with a master's degree in Working Therapeutically with Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents. Helen works with clients recovering from narcissistic abuse; she also specialises in autism and ADHD and is a couples counsellor, too.
2024-04-2550 min
Paul McKenna's Positivity Podcast117 - Kate SilvertonMy guest today is a journalist, therapist, best-selling author and broadcaster. She is known both nationally and internationally as a BBC newsreader. These days, she is a child therapist and councillor. Her new book is titled ‘There’s Still no Such Thing as Naughty’. I’m talking today with Kate Silverton…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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2024-04-0832 min
Gossip With Celebitchy169: Princess Kate has been missing for over 60 days, Prince William skipped King Constantine's memorialSign up for our mailing list There are mailing list signups on the last few podcast posts on our site, accessible through the podcast link at the top of our menu. Thank you! Introduction: Minutes 0 to 7:30 The Oscars are next weekend so we won't have a podcast unless something huge breaks. Since we last talked Chandra and I both saw American Fiction, that was my favorite. Chandra liked it but wanted it to focus more on Issa Rae's character. She thought The Zone of Interest was very disturbing, but loved Poor Things. She is also...
2024-03-0233 min
For the Record, An AACRAO PodcastTrust in the Digital Credential AgeInspired by a session at the Convergence conference co-sponsored by AACRAO and UPCEA, this episode delves into questions of trust in the digital credentials higher education is moving quickly toward–and is in fact already awarding in droves. The Trusted Learner Network (TLN) is the focus of the conversation and ways that the TLN is designed to tackle core challenges of quality, accessibility and value in the world of digital credentials by developing governance frameworks, technologies to onboard institutions into the world of digital credentials, and a community to explore and advance the ecosystem. Also, you’ll hear abou...
2024-01-2449 min
The Not Your Mother's Pelvic Floor PodcastEpisode 14: Two Things Can Be True with Kate McKennaIn this episode, Aliya has a candid conversation with Kate McKenna, award-winning television producer + mother of 2. They talk about:if it's even possible to be "prepared" for motherhoodwhy women don't share the tough parts of motherhood and what happens when they dothe challenges of wanting to excel at work and at homehow intention is key when it comes to filling your own cup as a motherthe powerful impact that "mom friends" can have as we navigate motherhoodKate mentioned the book Unfinished Business by Anne-Marie Slaughter. About Kate McKenna:Kate McKenna is a...
2023-11-291h 01
So Bae Party Mix on Bay FM 100.3Max McKenna talks BANANALAND!Tony and Cal are joined by star of the stage and non-binary creative Max McKenna, talking their career in musical theatre, and their lead role in an exciting new Australian production premiering this month at QPAC.Kate Miller-Hiedke and Kier Nuttall's 'BANANALAND' begins performances September 16th. For tickets and more info, head to https://www.qpac.com.au/event/bfbananaland_23
2023-09-1111 min
Fitter Radio Triathlon PodcastRace Reviews. Lionel's Poop Diet. Steve McKenna. Dr Kate Baldwin. In this episode, we discuss Lionel Sander's recent YouTube episode where he admits to having a 'poop' diet and the changes he's made to his nutrition, training and recovery. Bevan and Tim review the weekend's racing plus we discuss the ongoing safety issues around some of the races following the recent tragedy in Hamburg. Lastly we bring you excerpts from our upcoming interviews with Steve McKenna and Dr Kate Baldwin of Endurance Movement. (0:03:20) – Lionel Sander's 'poop' diet and the importance of good nutrition. (0:10:32) - INFINIT Nutrition 10% discount using the code FITTER10 at...
2023-06-121h 04
Gustavus Health Professions PodcastMcKenna Robb -Pre-Physical Therapy Application processPre-Physical Therapy continues to be a popular and growing area for pre-health students at Gustavus. This episode gives you a roadmap to being a successful applicant as well very good advice for the application process. This is a MUST listen for anyone soon to be in application for any area.
In this episode we interview McKenna Robb, a senior here at Gustavus who is graduating in just three years. She share her expertise in the application process. McKenna will attend St. Catherines University in the Fall of 2023.
Link to the Gustavus pre-physical therapy...
2023-03-0831 min
We Are Makers PodcastWe Are Makers In Conversation with Studio FloorTURNING TRASH INTO TREASURE We headed back to meet Siobhan Mckenna, founder of ReJean Denim to hear about her collaboration with Christopher McEvoy, award-winning couture weaver. Our setting for our podcast was at Christopher's Mill in Glasgow. STUDIO FLOOR aims to inspire fellow fashion designers to find ways to keep unwanted clothing out of landfill, helping to tackle the UK fashion industry's 350,000 tonnes a year textile waste problemUsing woven and textile concepts to repurpose and breathe new life into the cast-offs from both studios, STUDIO FLOOR will showcase a unique 20-piece collection...
2023-03-071h 00
Pop Fiction Women'Your Place or Mine' & Aline Brosh McKennaWe unpack the new Reese Witherspoon & Ashton Kutcher romcom and compare it to our other faves.
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2023-02-1338 min
The Downtown Den PodcastS2. E5. Winning Women - Kate StewartThis series of the Downtown Den Podcast is all about Winning Women, in the latest episode Downtown boss Frank McKenna speaks with Liverpool business leader, Kate Stewart.
In this episode, Kate takes us on a whirlwind journey, from dropping out of school to making her first million by the age of 26.
Kate was responsible for the management of the Liverpool Heritage Market and has since gone onto forge a succesful business career in the hospitality sector.
Kate also shares her opinion of the education system and why it needs reform and why she...
2023-02-101h 02
We Are Makers PodcastWe Are Makers In Conversation with ReJean DenimWe visited Siobhan Mckenna at her studio in Rogart Street Campus in Glasgow, UK."Each ReJean piece is completely one of kind, hand crafted using discarded denim which we deconstruct and reimagine into something new. Our sustainable denim jackets, inspired by traditional workwear, are designed to be unique, ethical wardrobe staples for all, because style has no gender or size limit.Shopping at ReJean keeps unwanted clothing out of landfill, helping tackle the UK fashion industry's 350,000 tonnes a year textile waste problem. Repair is also vital part of our DNA, because we believe that loved...
2023-01-161h 34
Dyed GreenThere at the BeginningJohn and Sally McKenna have been have been documenting the Irish food scene since before it even existed. Setting out in the 90s to explore the world of Irish artisan producers, they began publishing their perennially popular and highly respected McKenna’s Guides back when the Irish food scene consisted of a few cheesemakers spread out in the country, and no notable restaurants to speak of all. The McKennas have stayed on the case as Ireland’s chefs and artisans have gained confidence and become more highly regarded internationally. Throughout a changing culinary landscape, they’ve stayed true to...
2022-11-031h 06
Words AloudWords Aloud Episode 02Cat McKenna is back on with Kate reading her short story Homecooked, sending a sensation combination of spine chills and hunger through your body. We talk about grieving through writing and how this piece was a way for Cat to come to terms with a loss she only knew the half of. Guest: Cat McKenna Hosts, […]
2022-11-0200 minWords AloudWords Aloud Episode 01Massachusetts writer and self-proclaimed evil woman apologist Cat McKenna reads her short story Triple Dog, enchanted with intertwined themes of tween folly and murderous adults. Kate and Cat share a chat on the complexities of female fixation on crime and rewriting the teenage girl narrative. Guest: Cat McKenna Hosts, Editors, and Producers: Kate Ariano and […]
2022-11-0200 min
PR After Hours with Alex GreenwoodReclaim Your Courage with Kate McKayKate McKay, Breakthrough Catalyst, is a speaker, coach, media expert, fitness and wellness buff, and mom. Despite the tragic loss of her son Will in 2017, Kate is proof that we are capable of overcoming life's most significant challenges. Kate is committed to inspiring others to live a breakthrough life. McKay, CEO of Siena Strategy Partners, is a Certified High Performance Success Coach & Business Strategist. In addition, she is an international best-selling author, speaker, athlete, and podcaster who motivates & inspires others to claim their unique brilliance.
Today, she shares a message that will resonate with anyone looking to c...
2022-11-0129 min
Women Offshore PodcastMeet Consultant Kate McKenna, Episode 122TODAY ON THE PODCAST, CHRISTINE MACMILLAN TALKS WITH SUPPLY CHAIN AND NETWORK OPERATIONS CONSULTANT KATE MCKENNA! Kate McKenna is a 2014 graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy who has been driven by her love of world traveling and desire for diverse perspectives into a career that she had always dreamed of. Kate was […]The post Meet Consultant Kate McKenna, Episode 122 appeared first on Women Offshore.Related posts:Meet Managing Director Bryce Lawrence from ESG Ship Vetting, Episode 111Women Offshore in Australia, Meet Susan Coleman, Episode 85Meet Captain Jaquelyn Burton from Kongsberg Maritime, Episode 114Fro...
2022-10-1825 min
Hello Rebecca Ray, The Podcast.The Power of Self-Discipline with Kate McKenna, Performance CoachKate McKenna, Performance Coach, visits us on the podcast today to talk about everything she's learned as an elite athlete, corporate success story turned coach, and parent when it comes to self-discipline and how you can hack your way to creating the life you want to create. This episode is for you.
2022-10-1052 min
Procurement in 5-MinutesProcurement in 5-Minutes: When does it make sense to outsource indirect procurement?Send us a textHello, my name is Iain Campbell-McKenna, and this is “Procurement in 5-minutes.” That’s right, in 5-minutes I promise to tackle some of the biggest challenges and deepest questions our profession and industry face on a day-to-day basis.In today’s Procurement in 5-Minutes, I am delighted to be joined by Kate Lovejoy, CPO of Global Sourcing at Genpact. Together we will tackle the straightforward yet complex question about outsourcing the indirect procurement function: "When does it make sense to outsource indirect procurement?" Visit Kate’s LinkedIn p...
2022-10-0709 min
Being BiracialLove translatesNevenka Galic is Croatian/Latina and lives in the city of Maribyrnong on the lands of the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples.
We chat about:
- Two immigrants who didn’t speak English met in Australia…
- Starting the Peruvian community in Melbourne
- Peruvians knowing how to party
- Visiting Croatia as a child and experiencing a culture shock
- Croatian soccer teams in Melbourne (sports omg)
- Juggling three cultures
- Growing into your strong Croatian name
- Na...
2022-04-1448 min
Club 15 - Advocacy Has No Age LimitsA Special conversation with Virginia McKennaFounder of the Born Free Foundation reflects on a lifetime of animal advocacy work and her belief that our youngest generation will be the change.
2022-03-3029 min
Toward Light: Practical Buddhism for the Modern WorldRetreat Structure and ReflectionsI share details of a retreat I recently completed, ways to structure your own retreat, and 3 insights I received on this retreat. I reference this article by Chris McKenna to help structure an at home mini-retreat.
2022-02-2314 min
The Two CitiesEpisode #99 - COP26 and Climate Justice with Pastor Ray Minniecon, Jarrod McKenna, and Dr. Byron SmithOn today's episode we're discussing the topic of Climate Justice in the wake of the recent COP26 conference in Glasgow, Scotland on October 31 through November 13 of 2021 (the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties). We are joined by three guests from Australia: Pastor Ray Minniecon, Jarrod McKenna, and Dr. Byron Smith. Over the course of our conversation we talk about the severity of the problem of climate change and how it impacts indigenous communities, and the theological necessity to engage ourselves with the work of climate justice as an embodied expression of hope in the resurrection....
2021-12-151h 01
The Writing LifeKate Mosse on the Women‘s Prize, Discoveries and researchThe inimitable Kate Mosse joins the podcast to talk about her work on The Women's Prize for Fiction and her career as an author of fiction and non-fiction. Talking with Sarah Bower, Kate discusses the Discoveries writer development programme (opening for applications this month!), how the context of the Women's Prize has changed over the years, why some people still expect the prize to justify its own existence, how she goes about the research for her historical fiction and the writing of her memoir An Extra Pair of Hands.
Hosted by Simon Jones and Steph McKenna.
2021-09-0358 min
Procurement in 5-MinutesProcurement in 5-Minutes: How do you deal with suppliers in a post-pandemic world?Send us a textWe live and work in a busy world in which there is little time to read, watch or listen beyond the headlines.Hello, my name is Iain Campbell-McKenna, and this is “Procurement in 5-minutes.” That’s right, in 5-minutes I promise to tackle some of the biggest challenges and deepest questions our profession and industry face on a day-to-day basis.In today’s 5-minutes I welcome author, educator and architect of the Vested business model Kate Vitasek to answer the question: "How do you deal with suppliers in a post-pa...
2021-08-1706 min
Mo Money#135 w. Kate McKenna - Elite performance hacksIn this episode, I talked to Kate McKenna who is a high-performance coach and helps people reach elite levels of performance. We talk about some of the frameworks that she uses to help people get clearer on their goals so that they can set a plan of attack to actually get there. Some of the hacks that people can use to maximize their performance, and then talk about some of Kate's money journey and the resources that she used to up her money game. Focusing on mental fitness and personal accountability, Kate help...
2021-07-2933 min
Curiosity Killed the RatAssisted Reproduction (ft. Jarrod McKenna)This episode, Kate is joined by reproductive biologist and science communicator Jarrod McKenna about some of the cool research going on in the world of assisted reproduction. How does a cute little animal like the Egyptian Spiny Mouse help us study reproduction? What are some of the cool techniques that exist to assist with reproduction? We also tackle a listener question about yawning. Why do we do it? And why does looking at other people yawning make us yawn? If you liked what Jarrod had to say and want to find more of him, you can find him on...
2021-06-141h 05
What the FolkEpisode 27: Big Wand Energy with Kate WillettTarot! Cats! Comedy! Material vs cultural approaches to politics! Horror stories of the weirdest Warren stans! This conversation with the fabulous Kate Willett has it all. High witch vibes all around. Afterward, Sarah and Joy touch on Terence McKenna, white feminism, Palestine, and BDSM as they go down the leftist stoner chick rabbit holes you’ve come to know and love from this podcast.
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2021-05-191h 24
Challenge Yourself: Empowering Leaders and Coaches to Be More Effective.E14: Kate Leavell: Culture Building Consultant, Coach, AuthorAuthor, speaker, and NCAA and high school lacrosse coach Kate Leavell shares her vision with host McKenna and Greg about meeting John Gordon and how he transformed her coaching, practical strategies she uses to build a culture with her athletes, and the secret experiment she conducted with a team that changed her outlook.https://www.kateleavell.com/
2021-02-2248 min
The Backstage Project – Sports & Entertainment PodcastMaking an Impact, Together! – Kate McKenna & Donnovan Bennett in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 022
Personality, intelligence, and work ethic can take you a long way in life. In the media business, however, these traits are simply not enough. Not only will you have to sacrifice to make your dreams come true, but those closest to you will have to share that commitment and all that comes with it.
Now imagine if both you and your significant other are each chasing the dream of media business stardom. Married couple and parents, Kate McKenna and Donnovan Bennett joined The Backstage Project podcast to tell the story of how they manage the pressures of...
2021-02-2249 min
The Writing LifeKate Worsley on the value of mentoring & the challenges of Covid-19We're very pleased to finally have Kate Worsley guest on the pod, author of She Rises, discussing her route to publication, her time on our Escalator talent development scheme, how she has benefited from mentoring and the impact of Covid-19 on her work.
Hosted by Simon Jones and Steph McKenna.
Donate to the 2021 Escalator scheme: https://nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/escalator-donations-2020/
Join our Discord community chat: https://discord.gg/3G39dRW
More about what we do: http://nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/
Music by Bennet Maples.
2021-01-2834 min
The Writing LifeWriting narrative non-fiction with Kate SummerscaleKate Summerscale, the award-winning author of The Suspicions of Mr Whicher, joins the pod to talk to Chris about her new book, The Haunting of Alma Fielding: A True Ghost Story. They discuss the origins of the book, Kate's approach to research and how she had to track down the facts, and how the book sets poltergeists and the increased interest in the supernatural in the 1930s with the rise of Hitler and looming war.
Hosted by Steph McKenna and Simon Jones.
Find out more about what we do: http://nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/
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2020-10-2154 minToward Light: Practical Buddhism for the Modern WorldBuddhist Retreat PracticeA few hours after returning from meditation retreat I recorded this episode. I share my personal reflections of my experience. I also explore why we do meditation retreats, how they can benefit our practice, and ways to craft them while many retreat centers are closed. Here is a blog post about self retreat resources and here is an article by Chris McKenna about doing a short retreat at home.
2020-09-0923 min
Pop Fiction Women'Devil Wears Prada' & Aline Brosh McKennaWe've launched a platform at patreon.com/popfictionwomen to keep making the podcast you love -- and to make it even better. For a one time contribution to support this episode, use venmo @ carinn-jade. Thank you and enjoy the show!!
We deep dive into this iconic movie, an eminently rewatchable cultural phenomenon with not one, but two, complicated and strong female leads played by the brilliant Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway.
*** We travel back to 2006 when the movie came out, discussing how it got made, how it differs from the book, and how Meryl played hard ball on her salary. (02:15)
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2020-06-041h 30
Chichester Festival Theatre PodcastTales In The Tent | Michael Morpurgo and Virginia McKenna talk to Kate MosseMulti-award winning author, poet, playwright and librettist Michael Morpurgo, and British actress, author and campaigner Virginia McKenna, talk to Kate Mosse and share extracts from one of Michael’s favourite books, The Butterfly Lion.
Recorded in The Spiegeltent, Tuesday 15 October 2019
2020-05-1943 min
Dead Pilots SocietyEpisode 49: Revival written by Sally Bradford McKenna (Will & Grace, The Grinder, Don't Trust The B--)In Andrew's interview, Sally talks about how going to hear Jimmy Burrows speak at her college changed the direction of her life, her rise from PA to writer on the original Will & Grace, and why REVIVAL was truly "the one that got away." This is a great interview with lots of golden nuggets about show business! EnjoyREVIVAL stars Will Forte as Elliot, Kelly Marie Tran as Jenny, John C. McGinley as Cal Keating, Larry Wilmore as Sam Fishkin, Mimi Kennedy as Veronica, Anna Camp as Female Host/Alice/Cop/Waitress, Ayden Mayeri as Reagan, Craig Cackowski as...
2020-05-141h 31
Wrong Place, Write CrimeEpisode #79: Open & Shut w/ Kate AnslingerIn which Kate talks about her Grace McKenna novels.
2020-05-1322 min
Hello From The Magic TavernSeason 3, Ep 39 - Freshgrave Twins (w/ Jess McKenna and Zach Reino)The evil wizard twins Snaken and Schnenessa Freshgrave reach out to Arnie, Chunt and Usidore for some help now that they've graduated.CreditsArnie: Arnie NiekampChunt: Adal RifaiUsidore: Matt YoungSchnenessa: Jess McKennaSnaken: Zach ReinoMysterious Man: Tim SniffenTricia: Kate JamesProducers: Arnie Niekamp, Matt Young, and Adal RifaiPost-Production Coordination: Garrett SchultzEarwolf Producer: Kimmie LucasEditor: Sage G.C.Special Assistance...
2020-05-041h 01
The Consultants' ConversationsA conversation about: High PerformanceIn this episode, we talk with Kate McKenna from Next Evolution Performance about the concept of high performance and how to achieve it at work. We discuss:
- identifying your personal energy drains
- the importance of mindset
- why it is ok to be stressed
- how to rewire your brain
2019-08-2910 min
Hucklow Summer School - Unitarian RE WeekTheology in the Flesh - Sunday ServiceThe Sunday service opening our week exploring the topic of 'Theology of the Body' led by Kate McKenna. Kate McKenna is minister with the Unitarian church in Bury (Lancashire). This will be her ninth Summer School, and her fourth year on the panel. The intentional spiritual community formed each year at Summer School is her inspiration for trying to create that 'kingdom' elsewhere in the movement and in the world. She is very much looking forward to serving as Minister for the Week this year, and, as always, to seeing Summer School work its magic on newcomers and on those...
2019-08-1856 min
Stories that MatterKate RaworthKate Raworth is the renegade economist behind Doughnut Economics, exploring the economic mindset needed to address the 21st century's social and ecological challenges. Kate led a workshop at Hawkwood in July 2019, and later on that day was interviewed by the team from Lush.
You can find more audio content by Lush wherever you get your podcasts, or by downloading the free Lush Player app.
This episode was produced by Elise McKenna and Laura Byng, with music by Daisy Burt playing an original composition, Berta.
http://www.hawkwoodcollege.co.uk/
https://www.kateraworth...
2019-08-0716 min
The Gutsy Podcast | Mindset, Personal Development & Entrepreneurship for Women23: Your Health is Connected to Your BusinessAh the infamous "I don't have time to take care of myself." As business owners, entrepreneurs, wives, husbands, parents, cousins, neighbors—we often are the last person that we take care of. And why is that? Because not caring for ourselves seemingly doesn't affect anyone else. It's not letting anyone else down. The truth of the matter is, by not caring for ourselves we are quietly letting down everything around us. This week on The Gutsy Podcast, we're going to talk about how the health of your business depends on the health of your mind and your bo...
2019-06-1823 min
Off Book: The Improvised MusicalJoel Kim Booster in Summer Stock: The MusicalJoel Kim Booster (Shrill) joins Jess and Zach for an all new musical packed with horny ghosts, stage managers, a possible murder plot, and more! With songs like “Who Lost Their Virginity?“, “Kate’s Gonna Manage It All”, and “F**k Me Again”, this ep will give you a new admiration for theatre!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2019-05-141h 06
The Mustache MesaHonest is the Way to Be with MK Battles of Mary Kate McKenna PhotographyMary Kate McKenna is proof it’s totally OK to take the leaps, it’s OK to keep it real and it’s OK to play hard to get. Known by most as MK, she is open, honest and vulnerable and we’re so happy we got to hang out IRL for a little bit to record this episode for you guys. You’ll learn about how she got started in photography, why she ultimately transitioned away from photographing weddings and what building a business over 15 years looked like for her. MK also shares candidly about her journey through infertilit...
2019-05-011h 06The Gutsy Podcast | Mindset, Personal Development & Entrepreneurship for Women16: Business Advice from Entrepreneurs Like YouDo you ever find yourself saying, "If I knew then what I know now, there is no way in HELL that I would be doing this"? You really start questioning, truly, if I knew all the things when I started that I know now, not only would it be debilitating, but it would most likely stop you from doing all the things that you're ultimately going to achieve.This week on The Gutsy Podcast, we're going to dig into insights from some other rock-star entrepreneurs. A few months ago, I put out the question to my network...
2019-04-3024 minFull of Christmas Spirit (and classic radio)-H360: The Bing Crosby ShowOTR Drama: Night Beat 12-20-50 Christmas Story starring Frank Lovejoy. Randy Stone recalls the. Year before when his editor gave him a five-day vacation, during which he learned the true meaning of Christmas. Cast: William Conrad, Kate McKenna and Ralph Moody. Sustaining. NBC.
OTR Comedy Part 1: The Bing Crosby Show 12-19-52 Christmas Show starring Bing Crosby and guest, Ella Fitzgerald. Bing sings Christmas songs. Cast: Joe Venuti, John Scott Trotter and His Orchestra and Jud Conlons Rhythmaires. Spon. by General Electric. CBS.
2018-12-1100 min
FULLY IN IT | Motherhood | Business | HomeThe Nature of Children Do you ever wonder why your child does the things that they do? Have you ever worried about the impact you are having on their growth and development as a person? In this episode, Kate deep dives into what makes our kids unique, how to love and appreciate them for who they truly are, and how to support them with patience and love from infancy through childhood. This in-depth episode will leave you feeling encouraged and prepared to guide your children to become independent and amazing adults. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 02 motherhood m...
2018-10-0233 minFULLY IN IT | Motherhood | Business | HomeThe Nature of Children Do you ever wonder why your child does the things that they do? Have you ever worried about the impact you are having on their growth and development as a person? In this episode, Kate deep dives into what makes our kids unique, how to love and appreciate them for who they truly are, and how to support them with patience and love from infancy through childhood. This in-depth episode will leave you feeling encouraged and prepared to guide your children to become independent and amazing adults. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 02 motherhood m...
2018-10-0233 min
Humans On The Loop90 - Kate Greene on Humanizing Science & Cooking on MarsThis week we chat with science writer (and former laser physicist) Kate Greene, whose writing explores everything from Big Data to boredom to brain scans, and whose fascinating and eclectic life is brightly punctuated by the four months she spent living inside a Mars base simulation on Hawaii.http://www.kategreene.net/about/We Discuss:How she became a scientist, and then a science writer.The importance of good teachers and mentorship and encouragement along a person’s developmental journey.“Everything that I’ve done is the result of networ...
2018-09-141h 17Hello From The Magic TavernSeason 2, Ep 62 - The Ruffled Feather (w/ Jessica McKenna and Zach Reino)We’re in a new tavern and talking to the Freshgrave Twins, two of the most devious wizards-in-training from Jizzlenob Preparatory Academy for Young Wizards.CreditsArnie: Arnie NiekampChunt: Adal RifaiUsidore: Matt YoungSchnenessa: Jessica McKennaSnaken: Zach ReinoCraig: Ryan DiGiorgiTricia: Kate JamesProducers: Arnie Niekamp, Evan Jacover, Ryan DiGiorgiEditor: Tim JoyceTheme Music: Andy PolandMagic Tavern Logo: Allard LabanAudio As...
2018-06-0454 min
Capital SportsWorld Cup Countdown with Ewan McKenna, Joseph Sexton, Toke Theilade and the HendricksWith 15 days to go to WC2018 Alan gets the lowdown on Spain and Portugal from Marca's Joseph Sexton, Denmark from Toke Theilade of RussianFootballNews and all that's right and wrong in sport with Ewan McKenna. Also dropping into the new Capital FM studio were Peter P with the NBA rundown and Kate and Arthur Hendrick talk rugby, Lokomotiv Moscow and World Cup fever. And why the 2018 World Cup Official song sucks! Must listen radio!
2018-05-3000 minHucklow Summer School - Unitarian RE WeekWalk Your Path with Joy - Talk 5/5The fifth of a series of five theme talks on 'Walk Your Path with Joy' by Kate McKenna. Kate is minister with Bury (Lancashire) Unitarians, and is enjoying her new home in the North West. For the first time in over twenty years she has what she laughably calls a garden, in which she has managed so far not to kill lavender, mint, and French beans. She is becoming a dog bore, and has more Playmobil than you - and it increasingly seems as though the Playmobil can't all be for the purposes of sermon illustration. This is Kate's sixth...
2017-08-251h 10