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WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Audio ArchivesCreative Maine 5/15/25: Maine Made BooksProducer/host: Adina Salmansohn Other credits: Theme music written and performed by Ariel Chapman. A monthly show exploring Maine‘s culture, art and crafts that enrich our lives and bring us joy. In this episode we explore “Maine Made” book publishing and marketing. Guest/s: Michelle Shores, www.mshoreswriter.com Suzanne DeFillips, bucksporttradingpost.com, 407-462-5618 Kate Corwin, Bookstacks Book Store, 207-469-8992 bucksportbookseller@gmail.com About the Host: Adina Salmansohn started learning to play the trombone at the age of 8. Her undergraduate years were at the Cleveland Institute of Music, where she studied with Robert F. Boyd of the Clev...2025-05-1557 min
The Indie Fantasy Book ClubBastard: Last Life #1 by Alexey OsadchukKate and Orland discuss super-max prisons, political marriages, and finding yourself in a strange flabby body.2025-03-1953 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubHedge Wizard, by Alex MaherKate and Orland discuss soulbound items, necromancy, and dragon riders.Next time's book: Bastard by Alexey Osadchuk2025-02-1748 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubShadow of Theron, by Kathryn TroyKate and Orland discuss where to keep your family heirlooms, the price of great hair, and wearing masks while dating.Next time's book: Hedge Wizard by Alex Maher2025-02-0253 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubWizard's Brew, by Jordan ReedKate and Orland discuss how to respond to voices in your head, where to find dating prospects, and brownies.Next time's book: Shadow of Theron by Kathryn TroyBy the way, the word is medieval.2023-11-2749 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubWaybound, Cradle: Volume 12, by Will WightKate and Orland discuss Will's aversion to romance, the morality of sacrificing one for the many, and snarky voices in our heads. Thank you Will Wight for the great ride!A couple announcements: First, we apologize for the late release! We will be pushing back our backlog by one month to give each of these books the time they deserve. Second, we are trying out some new audio software after losing our previous tool. So please bear with us while we work through the sound issues.The book for October: The Wizard's Brew, by Jordan...2023-10-041h 06
Pop Fiction WomenHow To Pivot Part 3: The Practical Logistics with Christie Tate: Lawyer-Writer SeriesEpisode three of our four-part series about how to pivot from lawyering to writing is out now and we’re thrilled to be joined by New York Times bestselling author, Christie Tate! This episode is the practical, logistical, “how to” episode about transitioning from lawyer to writer.
How do you go from the dream to the reality when time is finite? Should you take a writing class or attend a writing retreat? What craft books should you read? We’ve got all the tips for you. And are here to remind you that all the tools are already in you!
Listen no...2023-09-2445 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubA Summoner Awakens, by KerberosKate and Orland discuss ghosts, muscles and romance, and the importance of the right accessories in a 52-card magic system.A big thank you to everyone who has asked us to review their book or has provided us with book recommendations. We will be covering several of them in the next few months.Talk to you next time when we chat about Waybound, by Will Wight.2023-08-071h 01The Indie Fantasy Book ClubBeware of Chicken, by CasualFarmerKate and Orland are joined by their beautiful, opinionated co-host and discuss farming, profound principles, and the benefits of pocket rats.As a reminder, we are holding a survey of which book from the Cradle series to read during the month of August in honor of Waybound's release (Kate recommends book 12). Let us know your thoughts at indiefantasybookclub@gmail.comTalk to you next time when we chat about: A Summoner Awakens, by Kerberos2023-07-1457 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubSystem Change, by SunriseCVKate and Orland record a full episode and leave it on their desktop! Whoops.Kate and Orland vaguely remember discussing something about bunnies... Watership Down? Nah... there was definitely some mention of voids and capes. The book that we will discuss next is Beware of Chicken, by Casual Farmer2023-07-071h 00
Thrive With Me - Female Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Health Coach, Coworking, Nutrition, CollaborationEP 36 // Behind The Scenes Part 2: Our Recent Radio Interview About Her Collab CoPart two of our recent sit down interview with Kate Orland Bere is here.
We were recently featured on St.Marys Radio segment, Community Conversations that Kate hosts.
It was a fun opportunity to sit on the other side of the mic and be able to reflect on the journey of founding Her Collab Co, how far we have come and where we are heading!
Thank you Kate for allowing us to share more about our mission at Her Collab Co and highlight our amazing community.
N xo
...2023-07-0630 minThrive With Me - Female Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Health Coach, Coworking, Nutrition, CollaborationEP 35 // Behind The Scenes Part 1: Her Collab Co Featured On A Local Radio ProgramHey sweet friend,
Today we are switching things up a bit. This week a two part series taken from a fun interview all about Her Collab Co, our incredible brick and mortar, located in St.Marys (Ontario).
Kate Orland Bere is a member in our coworking and event space, uniquely designed for women as they expand their community, skill set and grow.
It has been such an honour to get to know Kate and I deeply appreciate her commitment to having important conversations and supporting our local community.
She even did...2023-07-0333 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubApocalypse Tamer, by Maxime J. Durand AKA Void HeraldKate and Orland discuss Jurassic pets, your elderly neighbor, and Pokemon.Thanks for coming back to the podcast!Talk to you next time when we chat about: System Change: A LitRPG Adventure (System Universe Book 1)2023-05-0759 min
Talking WaterWalking Water Team Renewal and ReviewWe welcome you to join the Walking Water team - Kate Bunney, Krystyna Jurzykowski, Justine Epstein, Rina Kedem and Guardians - Gigi Coyle and Orland Bishop - for our Renewal and Review. Our intention is to offer an end of year review of the work and events of Walking Water and a shared renewal space together with you. We believe in being transparent with how we have moved through the year, the decisions we have made, those elements that worked well and those that were challenges, things that didn't go so well and why. And we ask y...2023-02-151h 40The Indie Fantasy Book ClubNova Terra Titan, by Seth RingKate and Orland discuss trusting slimeballs in RPGs, living life in a virtual world, and wandering out into the woods by yourself -- safe for titans, not safe for werewolves.Check out Warwagon on Audible!Send us recommendations for great books (or decent and entertaining books) at indiefantasybookclub@gmail.comNext month's book: Apocolypse Tamer by Void Herald2023-02-091h 19The Indie Fantasy Book ClubApocalypse Redux, by Jakob GreifKate and Orland discuss how many men are necessary in the apocalypse, sturdy ankles, and regulating impossible to regulate magic.Next Month's Book: Nova Terra Titan series book 1, by Seth Ring (thank you Godfried for the recommendation)Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt. And call your mother in the apocalypse!2023-01-1054 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubThe Mark of the Fool, by J.M. ClarkeKate and Orland discuss the idea of perfection, university ptsd, and the essence of responsibility.Next Month's Book: Apocalypse Redux Book 1, by Jakob H. GreifSupport the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!2022-12-0551 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubDefiance of the Fall: Book 1, by J.F. BrinkKate and Orland discuss dating in the apocalypse, mysteries of the dao, and hatchets vs axes (and what could actually be used to dismember a body). Next Month's Book: Mark of the Fool by J.M. Clarke.We want suggestions! If you've written a book that your mom likes, then send us the link so we can check it out. indiefantasybookclub@gmail.comSupport the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!2022-11-0449 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubUnsouled: Cradle Book 1, by Will WightKate and Orland discuss the woes of double-clicking while editing, the joys of plundering pie, and whether or not you should wait for your Master's remnant. Consensus: Loved it! Made things relatively tame since we agreed.Next week: Defiance of the Fall Book 1, by J.F. BrinkYou can find Kelpy Bogs' new book: The Warwagon Saga: a litRPG adventure, on Amazon. Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!2022-10-0653 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubMinimum Wage Magic: DFZ Book 1, by Rachel AaronKate and Orland discuss loan sharks, mages who are bad at magic, robotic body parts, and relationships with baggage.You can find Kate's new book: The Warwagon Saga: a litRPG adventure, on Amazon. Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB t-shirt!2022-09-0552 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubWarwagon PSAHelp end chronic booklessness; check out The Warwagon Saga: Book 1 on Amazon.To be an Architect is to take risks.Being kidnapped by the Sentient Computer Overlord of an alien planet and turned into a nymph doesn’t fit into Axel’s life plan, not that he had a plan, but certainly choosing what to do after college wouldn’t be as hard as fighting carnivorous squirrels to the death. At least his new body comes with fabulous hair!In this fast-paced, light-hearted, litRPG novel, Axel Davis, an apartment dwelling Los Angele...2022-08-1100 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubLegend of the Arch Magus: The Expansion, by Michael SisaKate and Orland discuss city building, assassins, and when it is okay to take over someone else's body.Big thank you to David for next month's book: Minimum Wage Magic, by Rachel AaronOrland has a special request: Find us a small press or independent apocalyptic litRPG that he hasn't read yet. Bonus points if it has a romance Kate approves of. Please send suggestions to indiefantasybookclub@gmail.com.Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB T-shirt!2022-08-1044 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubHe Who Fights Monsters, by ShirtaloonKate and Orland discuss forgotten ruins, blood cultists, and romance.Next month's book: Legend of the Arch Magus: The Expansion, by Michael SisaSupport the podcast by checking out the TIFB T-shirt!Kate has a special request: Find us a small press or independent fantasy that has a solid romance in it. Please send suggestions to indiefantasybookclub@gmail.com.2022-07-1347 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubThe Wizard's Tower, by Gregory AllantherKate and Orland discuss saving the world with fungi and multidimensional planes, and also serial dating as a young 1,000-year-old.Next month's book:He Who Fights With Monsters: Shirtaloon.2022-06-0744 min
Resource Sessions: Legal and Resource Podcasts by Sterk Family Law Group, P.C.Non-Profit Heroes: The Legacy Ranch featured by Sterk Family Law GroupMany people may find themselves watching videos of puppies, kittens, or other cute animals throughout the day to take a break and relieve some stress. Beyond being cute to watch, animals can play an important part in various forms of therapy for people as well. According to Psychology Today, "Animal-assisted therapy can be a useful intervention for some individuals or groups. A meta-analysis of 49 studies reporting on animal-assisted therapy found positive outcomes and overall improved emotional well-being in those with autism, medical conditions, or behavioral issues."
Since 2017, The Legacy Ranch in Lockport, IL has been using horses to...2022-05-2715 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubIn Another World I Must Defeat the Demon King, by Miles EnglishKate and Orland discuss knights in shining armor, ensemble casts, getting high on Wisdom, and magical insanity.Next book on June 6th: Wizard's Tower, by Gregory Allanther Subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss it.2022-05-1236 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubBattlefield Reclaimer, by David NorthKate and Orland discuss bringing your parents on your adventure, bad dialogue, and tricking all-powerful beings into paradoxes.Next week's book: In Another World, I Must Defeat the Demon King, by Miles English2022-05-0323 min
Talking Waterwith Gigi Coyle & Orland BishopIn this deeply moving conversation, Orland Bishop and Gigi Coyle explore the essence of water and what it represents to us as human beings. Gigi Coyle is the co-founder of Walking Water, and founder of Beyond Boundaries, an inter-generational pilgrimage of service and a response team for our times. She continues today as a rite of passage guide for organizations and individuals as well as a council trainer, community activist, and mentor. Gigi is now Guardian to Walking Water.Orland Bishop is a lineage holder in African Gnosis Traditions and works at the intersection of hu...2022-04-261h 24The Indie Fantasy Book ClubAccidental Necromancer, by N.E. ConneelyKate and Orland discuss love polygons, the pros and cons of necromancy, and whether dragons make good presidents.Consensus: Interesting read with some reservationsNext week: Battlefield Reclaimer, Guardian of Aster Fall Book 1 by David NorthBonus pun: what do you call a government run by a hungry dragon? A dict-EAT-orship.2022-04-2654 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubWinter Trials, Threads of Fate Book 2 by Michael HeadKate and Orland discuss the role of spoons, rage, and recompense in a world of cultivation where might makes right.Consensus: Agree to disagree.Next week: Accidental Necromancer, by Kelsey Pine2022-04-1955 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubPortal to Nova Roma, by J. R. MatthewsKate and Orland discuss the pros and cons of arms dealing, nanobots, and poorly planned revolutions in a litRPG alternate universe.Consensus: Interesting read with some reservationsNext week: Winter Trials, Threads of Fate Book 2 by Michael Head2022-04-1244 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubReincarnation, by Michael HeadKate and Orland discuss time-traveling children, murder cults, and proposing to someone you've just met.Consensus: we like the book!Next week: Portal to Nova Roma by J.R. Mathews2022-04-0543 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubBlade of Ghosts, The Lost Sect by Julian GyllKate and Orland discuss magical appendages, aura types, philosophy of honor, and barbequing enemy spies. Next week's book: Reincarnation, Threads of Fate book 1 by Michael HeadLeave us a review or share us with your friends so that they can be in the club!2022-03-2949 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubClean Sweep, by Ilona AndrewsKate and Orland discuss magical inns, the philosophy of oaths of neutrality, and 7 foot tall alien hunks. The book for next week: Blade of Ghosts, by Julian GyllSend us your indie fantasy novel at indiefantasybookclub@gmail.com2022-03-2230 min
Talking Waterwith the Walking Water collectiveIn this first inspiring episode, the Walking Water collective - Gigi Coyle, Orland Bishop, Krystyna Jurzykowski, Justine Epstein, Rina Kedem and Kate Bunney - share story about how Walking Water was born and how water has guided its way .... This was recorded as a live zoom call in December 2021 as part of the 'In Conversation with ...' series. Hosted by: Kate BunneyProduced & Edited by: Teena PuglieseIntro music by: Mamuse 'River Run Free' - featuring Walter StraussIf you feel inspired by Talking Water please consider a donation - our work...2022-03-212h 00The Indie Fantasy Book ClubAtlas Rising, by Blake SeversonHey everybody, we have an email now! Write us with recommendations, comments, and questions, we'd love to hear from you. indiefantasybookclub@gmail.comKate and Orland discuss the LitRPG Atlas Rising. The jury says guilty of bad grammar, but the judge gives a reduced sentence for good story. Discussion themes include Virtual Reality, Crafting, Personal Hygiene, Permission Waivers (and whether you should read them. You should.)Next week's book: Clean Sweep, by Ilona Andrews.Please leave us a review or share it with your friends!2022-03-1524 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubQueen in the Mud, by MaariKate and Orland discuss the original litRPG book, "Queen in the Mud," including the humor and the struggles surrounding life as a salamanderkin, naming children, and beastkin races.Next week's book: "Atlas Rising" by Blake Severson.2022-03-0817 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubWhat is LitRPG? Bonus EpisodeKate and Orland take on the difficult task of explaining litRPG to someone who has never heard of it before.Remember to read Queen in the Mud!2022-03-0606 minThe Indie Fantasy Book ClubIntroductionKate and Orland discuss which litRPG class they would be. The book club finds great works of self-published fantasy literature so that you don't need to wade through the thousands of mediocre books yourself. Save time and money and keep up to date with what the indie community is reading!Support the podcast by checking out the TIFB T-shirt!Reading for next week will be, Queen in the Mud, by Maari, available on Amazon Kindle and Audible.Queen in the Mud is a fantastic litRPG (if you haven't read this genre yet, you should...2022-02-2803 min
The Divorce Survival Guide PodcastEpisode 120: Busting Divorce Myths with Eric BroderThis week I am busting divorce myths with my guest, Eric Broder. Eric is a divorce and family attorney, and co-founding member and partner at Broder Orland Murray &DeMattie LLC. In this episode, Eric and I bust myths about no-fault law, modern parenting agreements, assets, and whether or not getting a job will impact your divorce settlement. That’s just some of what we discuss — we cover a lot of ground! When it comes to divorce advice, everyone has an opinion. In fact, there may be things you have heard or even believed about divorce that aren’t actuall...2021-05-2745 min
Poetry Spoken HereEpisode #143 Open Mic of the Air #8The Open Mic of the Air is a project from Poetry Spoken Here begun in March of 2020. Since most in-person poetry events are suspended due to coronavirus, this is a way for poets from around the world to connect and have a creative outlet.
We are also eager to receive and share poems inspired by the nation-wide protests against police brutality and in support of black lives.
This is the eighth episode of the Open Mic of the Air featuring poets from around the world - Albania, Indonesia, the UK and more - as well as from across the United...2020-10-0930 min