Shows
I Got NothingEpisode 028 - Demystifying Publishing with H.R. GordonHost Leani is joined by author and publisher H.R. Gordon, who explains the difference between traditional and indie publishing as they discuss the transition from writer to publisher, putting creativity first, and writing through trauma. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, H.R's Website, H.R's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2026-01-2744 min
I Got NothingEpisode 027 - Always Learning with Christina DianeAuthor Christina Diane sits down with Leani to discuss when writing sneaks up on you, how to write for yourself, and being motivated by creativity. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, Christina's Website, Christina's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2026-01-2040 min
I Got NothingEpisode 026 - Immersed in Writing with Marc MacDonaldJoin host Leani and author Marc MacDonald as they talk about their different writing experiences, using immersion in writing, and working on sequels. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, Marc's Website, Marc's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2026-01-1335 min
I Got NothingEpisode 025 - Don't Stop Writing with D.W. BrooksAuthor D.W. Brooks joins Leani to discuss wearing lots of hats, the thrills of finishing a book, and pantsing through the creative process. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, D.W's Website, D.W.'s Instagram, D.W.'s Facebook, D.W's TiKTok, D.W.'s Bsky Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2026-01-0638 min
I Got NothingEpisode 024 - Something to Say with Erica SherlockHost Leani sits down with author Erica Sherlock to chat about how writing never leaves you alone, focusing on the positives, and honoring writer's block. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Erica's Website, Erica's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2025-12-3034 min
I Got NothingEpisode 023 - Can't Control the Vibe with Ana BlessingAuthor Ana Blessing joins Leani to discuss how it feels to finish your first book, being perceived, trusting the process, and building a community. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Ana's Website, Ana's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2025-12-2341 min
I Got NothingEpisode 022 - The Writing Journey with Ria JainHost Leani chats with author Ria Jain about how the writing journey is more important than the outcome, the hidden side of pregnancy, and how her daughter has inspired her. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Ria's Instagram, Ria's Amazon Page Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2025-12-1632 min
I Got NothingEpisode 021 - A Lid for Every Pot with Lauren NappiAuthor Lauren Nappi joins host Leani as they talk about when writing calls, letting the story tell itself, and finding a third space. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Lauren's Amazon Page, Lauren's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2025-12-0946 min
I Got NothingEpisode 020 - Trust Yourself with Kara M. ZoneLeani sits down with author Kara M. Zone to discuss their experiences in ghostwriting, growing with the indie publishing world, and the importance of trusting yourself. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Kara's Website, Kara's Instagram, Kara's TikTok Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2025-12-0244 min
The Nethersphere Book ClubIndie Friday with Leani LopezWelcome to another Indie Friday! Our author this week is more than just independently published- she is also an accomplished writing coach, podcaster and script writer! Let's give a warm welcome to Leani Lopez, the mother of Battle Cry: Captivity. Leani shares with us what brought her to the world of audio drama and why she thought it was important to bring this world to life like an old fashioned radio show. To find out more about Leani, there is a link below that will open the gates to all of her services. Thanks for coming aboard!
2025-11-2835 min
Battle CryEpisode 10 - The EscapeIn the season finale, the arena has fallen and a hydra is on the loose, threatening spectators and fighters alike. Grace, Angeline, and John have to fight their way to freedom with every ounce of power they possess. Corva reveals the depths of her depravity, only to come face-to-face with The Benefactor and his wrath. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence, Religious Talk, Death Includes a special message from the writer/director. Follow on all social media platforms and the website. Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/lea...
2025-10-0318 min
Battle CryEpisode 09 - The CruciblePayne is forced to act early when Elliot threatens to reveal his past. After gaining 21's trust, he tells her and 42 how to remove the bracers. But by the time Corva realizes what's happening, she has to take drastic measures to stop them. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-09-1921 min
Battle CryEpisode 08 - The ShowdownCorva learns that Tul has been compromised and has to hide the fact from Master Killoran, who's less than pleased with her recent choices. 42 discovers something unusual in his cell. 13 refuses to fight 4 in the arena, even though it would mean their lives. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence, Death Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-09-0522 min
Battle CryEpisode 07 - The JudgementLocked in the dungeon, 13 and Locus have a heart-to-heart while she attempts to replicate her sudden burst of magic. 21 is thrown into the arena for her first fight of The Crucible, only to learn how vindictive Corva can be. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence, Death Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-08-2225 min
I Got NothingSeason 4 TrailerAnd we're back! That's right, Season 4 of I Got Nothing is in the works! Leani shares the exciting news and what you can look forward to during the new season. Keep an eye on her revamped website for more details or join her on Patreon! Music by Kevin MacLeod
2025-08-1301 min
Battle CryEpisode 06 - The TowerCorva and Locus come to blows as The Crucible begins. Meanwhile, 13, 21, and 42 are forced to watch 30 compete alongside 4, with deadly consequences and startling revelations. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence, Death Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-08-0822 min
Battle CryEpisode 05 - The VillainsCorva confronts Elliot about his reason for capturing 42. Locus gets in Tul's head after overhearing her concerns about the effects of magic. 4 tries to get information about The Crucible from Payne, who appears to have an agenda of his own. Content Warnings: Language, Depictions of Violence, Religious Talk Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-07-2526 min
Battle CryEpisode 04 - The Loner30 struggles with nightmares after the death of Idris, only to hear the dark voice in his head even when he's awake. 42 tries to endear himself to the group while 13 and 21 clash over trusting him with their plans. Content Warnings: Language Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-07-1124 min
Battle CryEpisode 03 - The Demon21 tries to extract information from 4 by finding common ground and appealing to her humanity, with disappointing results. 4 examines her most recent contraband until Locus makes it clear that her special treatment is over. Content Warnings: Depictions of Violence, Language, Religious Talk Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-06-2728 min
Battle CryEpisode 02 - The Magician As 42 adjusts to captivity, he weighs his options between cozying up to 13 for information or accepting help from 4, the crowd favorite and oldest fighter. Meanwhile, Corva orders Locus to put aside her feud with Tul and focus on discovering how someone as notorious as 42 found his way into their midst. Content Warnings: Language Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-06-1328 min
Battle CryEpisode 01 - The Fighter After the death of their close friend, fighters 13, 21, and 30 work hard to figure out how to make their grand escape. Between a sadistic arena master, relentless bounty hunter, and demonic guards, their options are limited. However, the arrival of a magic user, showman 42, could give them the edge they're looking for. Content Warnings: Depictions of violence, language, religious talk Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music by Kevin MacLeod. Full music credits - https://bit.ly/3SKka1S
2025-05-3033 min
Battle CrySeason 1 TrailerDeep below the surface of a hidden realm, humans are enslaved and forced to fight against beasts of myth and legend. Stripped of their names, these unwilling combatants have no choice but to kill to survive, all for the entertainment of a bloodthirsty audience. However, the seeds of rebellion are taking root, and one determined party of misfits will claw their way to freedom, or be crushed in the process. Premieres May 30, 2025 Show your support - https://ko-fi.com/battlecrypodcast https://www.patreon.com/leanimlopez Music - "Full On" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), L...
2025-05-0602 min
I Got NothingGhostwritingResponding to a frequently asked question, Leani explains what ghostwriting is as well as the pros and cons of the medium. Author Website (www.leanilopez.com) Author Projects (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press (www.deepearthpress.com) Author Coaching Info (www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-05-1620 minI Got NothingEditing ProcessResponding to a topic from Tumblr, Leani talks about the editing process and some tips and tricks for getting through that second draft. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press (www.deepearthpress.com) Author Coaching Info (www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-04-1820 minI Got NothingWriting DialogueIn this episode, Leani goes over tips and tricks for writing dialogue, as well as what to avoid. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-02-2821 minI Got NothingResearchIn this week's episode, Leani goes through the benefits of researching and offers different ways to research, as well as why it helps you become a better writer. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-02-1420 minI Got NothingWriting Your First NovelAnswering a prompt from a listener, Leani talks about writing her first novel and gives her thoughts on what she wished she knew back then. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-01-2427 minI Got NothingInspirationIn the first episode of Season 3, Leani answers a question from a listener about what inspires her to write. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) To Court Death, an episodic podcast (https://linktr.ee/tocourtdeath) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2023-01-1020 min
I Got NothingTaking CriticismIt's a hard pill to swallow this episode when Leani talks about one of the hardest parts of being a writer: taking criticism. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-03-2218 minI Got NothingWriting EndingsLeani responds to a topic suggested by listeners discussing tips and tricks when it comes to writing endings. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-03-0821 minI Got NothingTry New ThingsIn this episode, Leani talks about the importance of broadening your horizons and consuming new media. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-02-2215 minI Got NothingWriting ProcessLeani answers a question from Tumblr about her writing process and how she comes up with her story ideas. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-02-0820 min
Bookshelf BanterAuthor Leani LopezLeani Lopez is a Puerto Rican writer from New Hampshire. Creating characters and stories has always been her passion ever since she wrote her first story. This passion led her to leave her long-time job to pursue writing full time. She writes romance and erotic thrillers in addition to ghostwriting and hosting her own writing podcast called “I Got Nothing”. You can find links to Leani's website and books HERE.
2022-02-0342 minI Got NothingDeveloping CharactersLeani expands on a topic submitted by a listener and discusses what goes into developing characters, including tips and tricks of the trade. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-01-2519 minI Got NothingJust Do ItIn the Season 2 premiere, Leani welcomes new listeners and shares some exciting developments in her writing life. She also gives advice for those waiting for the perfect time and perfect project. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2022-01-1121 min
I Got NothingWriting RomanceLeani responds to a topic from a listener about what goes into writing romance novels. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-06-0716 minI Got NothingFanfiction CountsThis week, Leani talks about what fanfiction is and why it's just as important as writing original work. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-05-2417 minI Got NothingGetting PersonalIn this week's episode, Leani gives her thoughts on getting personal with your writing and, in turn, gets personal herself. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-04-1917 minI Got NothingImposter SyndromeLeani talks about what it means to have confidence in your writing, as well as the all-too-familiar "imposter syndrome". Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-04-0522 minI Got NothingAvoid the BurnoutThis week, Leani gives suggestions on writing multiple projects at the same time as well as how to avoid writing burnout. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-02-0816 min
I Got NothingWriter's BlockLeani talks about every writer's nemesis - writer's block. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-01-2520 min
I Got NothingCreative Self-CareIn the first episode of I Got Nothing, Leani introduces herself and talks about self-care for your creative side. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
2021-01-1123 min