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Diplomatic ImmunityLessons in Diplomacy with Former UK Ambassador Leigh TurnerThis week, Kelly talks with former British Ambassador Leigh Turner about a wide range of topics, from crisis and safety issues facing embassies around the world to how technology is transforming the role of the diplomat, and how he sees European, Russian, and British foreign policy developing in the next few years. Leigh Turner is a writer based in London. He was the UK ambassador to Austria and UK permanent representative to the United Nations in Vienna from September 2016 to September 2021. Leigh's previous roles were as Her Majesty’s consul general in Istanbul and director general for tr...2024-12-1253 min
Adepting To ChangeEpisode #14 – The Dark Side of Security with Guest Leigh TurnerAlex, Nick & Alan are joined on the show by Leigh Turner - CEO of Elite Tactical Force Limited & Elite Tactical Force Academy. Leigh though is more famed recently for gaining notoriety on social media platforms such as LinkedIn in for his one man crusade on the illegal deployment and exploitation of security officers nationwide.
We dive in the depths and extent of the issue plaguing the security industry, how he sees the immediate short term panning out, and what industry leaders can do to combat this.
A must listen episode!
2024-10-1140 min
Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie AuthorsHitting a Home Run with T. Leigh Turner: Inside 'Stranded on Second'Join GiGi Meier for an exciting episode of "Let's Go Live" as she sits down with contemporary sports romance author T. Leigh Turner to dive deep into her debut novel, "Stranded on Second," released on March 28, 2024.In this engaging interview, Tiffany shares the journey of bringing her baseball sports romance to life, from the exhilarating highs to the challenges of being a debut author. Discover the funniest and toughest moments she encountered during the writing process and gain insights into her creative methods, including her unique sticky note wall approach.2024-03-291h 18
ExcavateExcavating the Empty Tomb | Live Recording with Ashley Anderson and Laura Leigh TurnerThis week we’re doing a very exciting recording with a live audience at the Jubilee Conference. We’re joined by Pastor Ashley Anderson, Missions Pastor at Church of the City, New York where she is part of the teaching team and leads ministries that partner in the spiritual, social, and cultural renewal of NYC. We’re also joined by Laura Leigh Turner who is a Broadway performer, podcast host of Living in the Light, and founder of a women’s ministry organization The Rise Collective serving women of faith in New York City. Today we’re looking at the women who...2024-02-2142 min
The Steam RoomGospel of Basketball + Leigh EllisNBA Podcaster turned global spreader of basketball gospel Leigh Ellis joins The Steam Room to regale the guys with tales from his pickup basketball world tour. Leigh shares his favorite experiences from his 18-country adventure, and taps a fellow countryman to entice the Chuckster to come to a land down-under. Charles picks his CFB Natty Champ as well as his favorite Shaq endorsement. The two swap stories of how they *almost* worked out with one of The Beatles and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-01-061h 13
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown432 - From Rookie to Rockstar: Early-Career REALTOR® Conversations with Mackenzie TurnerIn today's episode, we chat with early-career REALTOR® Mackenzie Turner about finding a sense of community within a brokerage firm. We’ll also share some intriguing stories that will not only prompt you to question the existence of paranormal beings but also encourage you to update your due diligence checklist. Tune in now to hear more! Key takeaways to listen for How an early-career REALTOR® achieved a good number of sales Helpful tips to help your transition into a real estate career The importance of having a supportive community in a real estate...2023-12-0734 min
Eine Frage noch ... Ein Podcast der Agenda AustriaHätte Diplomatie den russischen Angriff auf die Ukraine verhindern können? (Leigh Turner)Leigh Turner war britischer Botschafter in der Ukraine und in Österreich und lebte auch lange in Russland. Seine Erfahrungen als Diplomat verarbeitete er nun in einem unterhaltsamen und lehrreichen Buch. „The Hitchhiker´s Guide to Diplomacy“ verknüpft Einblicke in die Welt der Diplomatie mit persönlichen Erlebnissen des Autors. Turners erste Dienststelle im Ausland war Wien, wo er Mitte der 1980er-Jahre als Botschaftsrat arbeitete. Sein letzter Posten als Botschafter war ebenfalls Wien, von 2016 bis 2021. Im aktuellen Podcast der Agenda Austria erzählt Turner, wie sich Österreich in den 30 Jahren zwischen seinen zwei Aufenthalten verändert hat. Und er erklärt, wa...2023-05-0439 min
A Time To Live with Amanda Jane Cooper22. Laura Leigh Turner: Broadway & TV/Film Actor // Working with Tina Fey in MEAN GIRLS, Starring in Feature Film “Identity Crisis”, Body Image Breakthrough & Living in the LightA refreshing episode that feels like spring! Deeply moved amidst this conversation with Broadway and TV/Film actor Laura Leigh Turner (who also happens to be a wonderful friend). We discuss her upcoming nuptials, starring in a new feature film, lessons from playing Karen in MEAN GIRLS, having a posture of surrender, experiencing freedom from eating disorders, practicing Sabbath weekly, “wrestling down peace” and much more.
Laura Leigh is a native Arkansan making her home in New York City where she works in the performing arts industry. She is an artist, a musician and a writer, and cons...2023-04-181h 02
Leigh Turner writing1. "Britches" - the beginning of the very first "Hotel Story".In the first scene from the first Hotel Story, "Britches", the hotel's owner threatens the beautiful but naive Tatiana. Will Ms N, the world's greatest and deadliest hotel manager, rescue her before it is too late? You can find all Leigh Turner's books, and where to buy them, here.2023-01-0218 min
The Angie Avard Turner ShowGracious Counsel: Featuring Leigh GaleAbout Leigh Gale: Kate Leigh is a resortwear brand for women and girls. From the beaches of Boca Grande to the streets of Nantucket, Leigh hopes you will pack her limited edition dresses for many memorable moments. Kate Leigh is a brand that celebrates women and girls, but also especially mothers and daughters. Kate Leigh brand was founded in honor of Leigh's mother Penny. Working on the development of this brand and custom prints allows the legacy of her late mother who passed from breast cancer and whose nickname with close friends and family was “Pen...2022-09-2924 min
Living in the Light with Laura LeighS4E8 A Season’s End // Hope in His Name with Laura LeighToday Laura Leigh concludes the summer season, “Hope in the Light”, with an encouraging word to carry us into the fall season.
In this episode she reads the last day of the Rise Collective study, “Hope & Holiness- a Study through the Book of 1 Peter”, bringing scripture to the forefront of this season’s end, and giving you a parting word of the living hope in the name of Jesus. She closes it out with a prayer over you and this generation to step into their identity as children of the most high God- living lives of holiness in Him....2022-09-1312 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS4E7 In the Image of The Creator with Corinne CarawayIn this episode we are talking about all things creativity and art—from the theology of God as a creator to the Holy Spirit empowering artists. Today I sit down with my friend Corinne who is a talented writer and integral member of our church. We discuss the darkness that Jesus delivered her from into His light, the impact of teachers and mentorship in encouraging our gifts, and the Renaissance community here in NYC. Corinne shares about the journey of the Renaissance community, the beauty she has seen in the artists there, and what it looks like to be a...2022-08-3056 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS4E6 Leading Well in God’s Strength with Faith Eury ChoToday we continue our series with a focus on leading well and the humility that produces perseverance when Jesus is at the center. In this episode, Laura Leigh sits down with Faith Eury Cho, founder of the Honor Summit – a ministry dedicated to centering and empowering young Asian American women in the church. We talk about Faith’s incredible story of how she came to know Jesus and her journey into her calling as a pastor and shepherd in the Church throughout her 17 years of ministry. We dive into her experience as an Asian American woman in the Church, and s...2022-08-2351 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS4E5 Body Image: A Journey to Freedom with Amanda Jane CooperThis is an episode about finding healing in Christ.
Today on the podcast Laura Leigh sits down with her friend and fellow Broadway performer, Amanda Jane Cooper. You may know Amanda from the Broadway and National Tour of Wicked where she played the role of Glinda. In this episode, Amanda shares her testimony of coming to know and love Jesus, and the eternal hope she has found in surrendering her life to Him.
They dive into her journey walking through deep struggles and suffering, and the power of Christ in bringing her into freedom. Laura Le...2022-08-161h 15Living in the Light with Laura LeighS4E3 Sacrificial Love in Relationships with Judy MillsOne of the greatest gifts we’ve been given by God is relationship.
Relationship with Him and life lived in relationship with others
In today’s episode we talk about the humility of Christ and how the love of God seen through the Gospel demonstrates for us how to love in relationships.
Judy shares stories from her journey following God and how walking with Jesus has guided her understanding of how to love freely and sacrificially.
Having been married for over 30 years, Judy speaks into the Biblical principle of mutual submission in r...2022-08-021h 09Living in the Light with Laura LeighS4E2 Growing Up Into Salvation with Olivia Munn-ShirsathIn today’s episode Olivia and Laura Leigh are diving into spiritual parenting and the role spiritual mothers and fathers play in our lives as disciples of Jesus. Today we talk about what the Bible says about being disciples and making disciples, and the joy found in growing up into our salvation, becoming spiritual parents for others.
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Olivia Munn-Shirsath is a passionate communicator of the Word, currently serving as Teaching Pastor at Wellspring Church in Queens, NY. With over a decade of frontline urban pastoral experience through the Salvation Army amidst the homelessness and recovery co...2022-07-2648 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS4E1 Redemption in Community with Laura Leigh and Ánh-MaiHi, we are so glad you’ve joined us to kick off Season Four of Living in the Light! This season will be all about Hope in the Light, offering encouragement to cling to Jesus in challenging seasons of our life. Today we sat down with RCW Assistant and Best Friend, Ánh-Mai Zubia, who is taking over the mic to ask Laura Leigh some questions. Laura Leigh dives into her heart behind starting the online community Rise Collective Women, and how its growth has glorified God and redeemed her past experiences with community. Ahn-Mai and Laura Leigh talk about wha...2022-07-191h 03Living in the Light with Laura LeighSEASON 4: Hope in the Light // 1 PeterBig news for you today - Season 4 is officially launching NEXT Tuesday, 7/19! We are so excited to spend the summer with you as we talk about hope in the light.
In today’s episode Laura Leigh shares about new podcast season - what to expect and how to join us in her new study - Hope & Holiness, a study through the book of 1 Peter.
Next week we are kicking it off with an interview from Laura Leigh as she invites a friend to sit down and ask her some deeper questions surrounding hope in the bro...2022-07-1208 min
Living in the Light with Laura LeighBONUS // Real and Authentic Friendships with Jess JohnstonWelcome back to episode 3 of our bonus season, where Laura Leigh sits down with Jess Johnston, co-author of “I’ll Be There, But I’ll Be Wearing Sweatpants.” In this episode, we dive into friendship, and how God provides us with community. In the same way that Jesus calls us His friend, He calls us to be friends to those around us.
Laura Leigh and Jess talk about the way online communities have shaped their own friendships, and the importance of balancing them with in-person communities. They bond over having to take that first brave step of inviting...2022-07-0533 min
Living in the Light with Laura LeighBONUS // Life Beyond the Death of a Dream with Scott EricksonWhat are you free to do because your dream died? What if knowing who you are and why you’re here changes everything? In today’s episode Laura Leigh sits down with Scott Erickson as they talk about his journey as an artist and a follower of Jesus, and the discoveries he made living through this question.
Today they lean into his story and the message of Say Yes, Scott’s most recent book. He dives into deeper conversation about how the future bursts with possibilities if you’re willing to say yes to the gift of life on th...2022-06-281h 04
Living in the Light with Laura LeighBONUS // Letting Go and Living Lightly with Shauna NiequestFor the first of our Season 4 bonus episodes, Laura Leigh sits down with Shauna Niequest, self-titled bookworm, storyteller, and passionate gatherer of people. She is the New York Times best-selling author of “Cold Tangerines, Bittersweet, Bread & Wine, Savor,” and “Present Over Perfect,” and she just released her newest book, “I Guess I Haven’t Learned that Yet.” In today’s episode, Shauna delves into how humbling herself as a beginner and letting go of the need to be an expert has helped both her writing and faith journey. Shauna talks about how true fearlessness is trusting in God and doing things eve...2022-06-2147 min
The Accrescent: Bioenergetic HealingChelsea Turner, NTP - Mold 101: A Holistic Approach to Mold ToxicityAn incredibly comprehensive interview on the topic of mold. Chelsea Turner, NTP, shares why mold is a concern, signs you might have mold toxicity and the order of operations in which she addresses detoxification. Other areas we cover:Harmful effects of mold toxicityCommon sources of mold and mycotoxin toxicityMethods of testing exist for mold/mycotoxinsCommon mistakes when detoxing from moldChelsea Turner's favorite biohacking products when working through mold toxicityIntro LinksPodcast Ep. 78: Guided EFT Meditation: Releasing Overwhelming EmotionsPodcast Ep. 77: Why You Should Consider Essential Oil Free SkincareInterview LinksProduct: Propolis...2022-05-3157 min
United States of DramericaEpisode 87 - Leigh Turner, former diplomat and novelistWe talk to former British diplomat-turned-novelist Leigh Turner.Leigh tells us about his new novel Palladium, getting clearance from the British Foreign Office to write these books and the motivation behind his new career.We discuss managing crises - from civil unrest to planning for earthquakes and plane crashes, why representing the modern version of diplomatic life is so important and writing what you know.Leigh talks us about his early books - The Skip outside the Lenin Museum, Blood Summit and his anthology of hotel stories - and as the previous Ambassador to Ukraine, we...2022-05-2346 min
Leigh Turner writing5. Russia-Ukraine war - why is it happening?Who is really responsible for the devastating Russia-Ukraine war? It may not be who you think. Why did President Putin do a U-turn? Listen to find out what really brought about a catastrophic war at the heart of Europe.2022-03-0236 min
Leigh Turner writing4. The inside story: publishing a thriller - the cover artMy Istanbul thriller "Palladium" has been eleven years in the making. This podcast introduces the cover art: how it came to be designed, what input I made, and how the results came out. Find out how an author gets involved in the cover of the book - or not!
You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based, and see the cover, on my rleighturner.com blog.
2022-02-1807 min
Leigh Turner writing3. Why "Ulysses" matters - and you can read it"Ulysses" matters: 100 years after Joyce's great masterpiece first appeared, you can read and enjoy it on many levels. A quotation shows why you have nothing to be afraid of.
"Of course, Mr B proceeded to stipulate, you must look at both sides of the question."
A discussion of James Joyce and "Ulysses", illustrated by a few quotes. My main messages: a) Ulysses matters, and b) it's not necessarily hard to read.
Read the blog post on which this podcast is based on my rleighturner.com blog.2022-02-0517 min
Leigh Turner writing2. A study in stubbornness and relationships: "He Knew He Was Right"In "He Knew He Was Right", Anthony Trollope shows he is an outstanding writer on relationships between the sexes. Lessons on gender from 1869 are 100% relevant today.
How men think, how women think and whether there is a difference is one of the abiding puzzles of life. We all want to understand other people. Many of us want to understand the opposite sex.
How to understand women, or men? You can do worse than start with Trollope’s "He Knew He Was Right". The novel also contains one of the great studies of stubbornness in literature. Ask you...2022-02-0142 min
Leigh Turner writing1. Diplomacy and the mediaHow diplomats should work with the media and build their media skills. Subscribe for regular podcasts from Leigh Turner. Read the blog on which this podcast is based here. 2022-01-0218 min
Living in the Light with Laura LeighSeason Finale! // His Power Within Us with Laura LeighJoin Laura Leigh as she concludes Season 3 of Living in the Light! It’s been a season all about believing God for immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine.
Believing God means having faith in Him.
Nothing is impossible with God, and He has given us life - eternal life - and invites us into sharing his love with the world.
Today you will be reminded of WHOSE power is at work within you and will be encouraged to believe God. Laura Leigh points you to the truth that God is who says He is and He can do wha...2021-12-3116 min
Leigh Turner writing23. Why Tuchman's law could change your lifeAmerican historian Barbara Tuchman came up with an elegant formula relevant to keeping things in perspective in today's bad news saturated internet age. You may even find her law helps you. You can read the post on which this short podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Happy listening. 2021-12-2205 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighScripture Reading // There is Hope in JesusListen in for a scripture reading from the following passages:
Hosea 2:15 NIV
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
2 Peter 3:9 NIV
2 Corinthians 4:7 NIV
May these scriptures remind you that the God of all hope is with you and He loves you. May this short listen encourage you today to believe that there is hope in the name of Jesus. He is making all things new, and the parts of your story that feel hopeless, our God sent His Son to redeem.2021-12-2101 min
Becoming MeBecoming Laura Leigh Turner: How To Trust God With Each Step In Your Becoming JourneyWhat do you do when life doesn't unpack how you thought, dreamed, prayed and hoped it would? How can you trust God with each next step in your becoming journey when it feels like your dream has been ripped away from you? I am so excited to introduce you to my warrior friend Laura Leigh Turner! Grab a cup of coffee and join Laura Leigh's & my conversation unpacking her story, how she is becoming who God made her to be, and how we too can grow on our becoming journey… ----- Meet Laura Leigh...2021-12-1824 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E12 A Door of Hope with Dreem SharifDreaming with God and believing him for immeasurably more when things are going well is one thing, but what do we do when we find ourselves in the valley? When we aren’t sure how we are going to see to the end of the waiting?
Today’s episode is about having faith and hoping in God in times of trouble. My sweet friend Dreem Sharif is on the podcast with me today and we share our story of how God answered a specific cry for “help” and brought me hope through Dreem’s prayers and encouragement.She also sh...2021-12-1435 min
Leigh Turner writing22. A Horror Story for Christmas"The Second Phial" is a complete short story set in the Moscow of 1993. It is a horror story - I hope.
This podcast is not suitable for children.
Friends sometimes ask me: 'where do your ideas come from?' When they read, or listen to, "The Second Phial", they tend to ask 'I don't want to know where you get your ideas from'. Don't read it if you are easily disturbed. But please do subscribe to my podcasts either way!
I lived in Moscow from 1992 to 1995, heading up the Economic Section of the B...2021-12-1034 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E11 What am I really afraid of? // Fighting Fear & Showing Up with Ánh Mai ZubiaWe all feel scared at times to step into the dream God has placed on our hearts and to do what He is asking us to do.
Today I invited one of my dearest friends, Ánh Mai Zubia on the podcast to talk about what the Lord is teaching her this year when it comes to hearing God and walking in obedience to what He is calling us to. We talk about facing the fears we all have around showing up for the dreams the Lord places on our hearts and how to avoid paralysis by over-analysis b...2021-12-0737 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighScripture Reading // Joshua 1:1-9Listen in for a scripture reading from the book of Joshua chapter 1 vs. 1-9.
Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
May it encourage you today to show up for the God dreams on your heart in the strength in courage of the Lord.2021-11-3001 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E10 A Thanksgiving Reflection // God of AbundanceToday’s episode is about cultivating a heart of thankfulness.
Grab a cup of coffee and your Bible and download your thankfulness reflection guide. Join me as we thank God for all of the ways He has provided for us over this past year.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. -Psalm 100:4
Download your guide “God of Abundance - A Recipe for Thankfulness” HERE2021-11-2320 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E9 Participating in God’s Good Ideas with Jayme ThompsonGod what are YOU going to do to glorify yourself and to advance the Kingdom in my lifetime that you want ME to be a part of?
We all have assignments from God and specific dreams He has given us to carry His name and His plan of salvation to the world.
Join me as I sit down with my friend and mentor Jayme Thompson as we talk about looking for where God’s moving, seeking the Spirit, and joining Him there.
We also talk about leaning into our individual giftings and the jo...2021-11-1634 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E8 Rise Collective House Pt. 2 // King of the UniverseGod has always delighted in using the faith of ordinary people to carry His extraordinary plan of salvation to the world.
When the Lord gave me this dream a few years ago, I had no idea what He had in store. And then God reminded me that He truly is the King of the Universe.
Join me as I continue sharing the unfolding story of the Rise Collective House. This week I tell the story of my journey walking with God in the search for property and how God restored my faith and gave me...2021-11-0923 min
Leigh Turner writing21. Dealing with rejection and writer's block: 7 tipsRejection and writer's block are constant companions for many writers. I've been there. But don't despair - you can do lots of things to regain your mojo and your motivation. Here are seven tips on how to cope - and maybe turn challenges into opportunities. You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Thanks for listening. Episode photo © Stefan Arnswald.2021-11-0511 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighScripture in the subway // Ephesians 6 with Haley KeizurComing to you from the NYC subway station! Listen in as Laura Leigh and our Rise Collective NYC sister, Haley Keizur, open up God’s Word and read and pray through Ephesians 6 vs 10-24. As they share their thoughts on the passage you’ll be encouraged to put on the full armor of God today!2021-11-0210 min
Leigh Turner writing20. Writing tips: how to use Scenes and SequelsScenes and sequels are a great way to ensure your story is strong, packed with tension, and flows well. They can also help to structure - and speed up - your writing. This podcast, based on this blog post, includes some practical examples from my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit" - you can read those examples on the blog. You can read more than fifty other blog posts of writing tips at my rleighturner.com blog. Thanks for listening! Episode photo © Stefan Arnswald.2021-10-3011 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighS3E7 A Surrendered Life with Rebekah LyonsBelieving God for immeasurably more begins with our surrender. In today’s episode Rebekah Lyons joins the conversation to talk about saying “yes” to God and living a surrendered life. We talk about what it means to lay everything down and to accept the invitation to follow Jesus into the unknown. As God’s beloved children we can trust that He wants immeasurably more for us as we abide in Him.
We also talk about:
-How God uses our freedom to set others free
-Surrender in seasons of painful pruning, long-suffering and unmet expectati...2021-10-2642 min
Leigh Turner writing19. Christmas book gifts? The wonderful Heywood HillSick and tired of Amazon? The UK firm Heywood Hill offers a suspiciously brilliant book service I've enjoyed immensely this year. It may be worth a look if you're searching for Christmas gifts for book lovers.
You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Thanks for listening.2021-10-2307 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighMatthew 6 // Scripture ReadingListen in for a reading of Matthew 6: 5-322021-10-2304 min
Leigh Turner writing18. Mr Smith Sees RedIntroducing my 11th "Hotel Story". How will top hotelier Ms N and her beautiful but naive ally Tatiana overcome the trouble-making Mr Smith? Listen to an excerpt as Mr Smith confronts Ms Gentle, a visitor to the hotel. "Charming, fun and fast-paced, The Hotel Stories bring Pimm's wit and vigour to that most difficult of literary forms, the short story" - Matthew Parris. Thanks for listening.2021-10-1417 min
Leigh Turner writing17. Stopping work: how it feelsThoughts on stopping work to write full time, after 42 years working for Her Majesty's Government. Humiliation - or liberation? - at a reception. What I'm doing next. And what you can do to help me. You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com blog. Thanks for listening.2021-09-2110 min
Seen and Heard50. Finding Community After Moving to a New City with Laura Leigh TurnerWelcome to Bless It or Block It! 50th episode... say what!? It's been a DREAM to be able to record and produce 50 episodes over the last year for you! We just celebrated the podcast turning 1 on July 29th! Today, we are hearing from Laura Leigh Turner on finding a Christian community after moving to a new city. In this episode, we discuss: - practical steps to take towards finding community - putting yourself out there - how God works through disappointments Laura Leigh is a n...2021-08-0443 min
Leigh Turner writing16. Books: The Zhivago AffairHow censorship worked in Soviet Russia. The tragic story of the destruction of Boris Pasternak, author of "Doctor Zhivago". You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com writing, books and stories blog. Thanks for listening!2021-06-1917 min
Leigh Turner writing15. Writing: How to get publishedI recently signed a contract with US full-service publishing house Immortal Works for my Istanbul thriller PALLADIUM. How did that contract come about? How did I write the book, and market it? And what can you learn from this? This is the first of several podcasts describing my author journey, which I shall produce over the coming months. You can also read the blog post on which this podcast is based.2021-05-0311 min
Leigh Turner writing14. Stories: Blood Summit: Chapters 2 and 3Following on from the Prologue and Chapter 1 of my Berlin thriller Blood Summit in the previous episode, this podcast presents Chapters 2 and 3. I hope you enjoy it. You can read more about Blood Summit on my blog.2021-04-2416 min
Leigh Turner writing13. Stories: Blood Summit: Prologue and Chapter 1Counter-terrorism expert Helen Gale has one job: to protect world leaders at a summit at the Berlin Reichstag. But terrorists take hostage presidents, prime ministers, one hundred innocent children – and Helen’s husband.
Then the executions start.
Listen to the Prologue and Chapter 1 of my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit" on this podcast. You can read more about the book on my blog. Listen to Chapters 2 and 3 next week!2021-04-1717 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 23: Following Jesus in the Entertainment Industry with Karen CovellDon’t miss this episode! This woman has lived decades of life as a follower of Jesus exercising her gifts and passions for storytelling and creativity in Hollywood. Karen works as an independent film producer and has recently concluded a 4 year term on the national board of the Producers Guild of America.
In addition to her work in storytelling, Karen’s heart for the Lord and for the entertainment industry led her to founding and creating the Hollywood Prayer Network, a nonprofit organization seeking to build a bridge of love and respect between Christians in the Church and pro...2021-04-121h 07
Leigh Turner writing12. Books: Anthony Trollope: 11 reasons to read himAnthony Trollope is one of the most brilliant and rewarding authors you have never read. He invented the letter box and his novels boil with strong women. You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com writing blog. Thanks for listening!2021-04-1111 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 22: Abiding in Jesus with Emma VanDeVeldeYou’re going to love today’s episode with my sweet friend and Chicago-based actress, writer, performing artist and podcast host of Narrow Way to Broadway, Emma VanDeVelde.
Emma tells her story of coming to know and love God and his Word. She shares how the Lord has brought together her love for creating and her love for Jesus, and the way those two loves have intersected in her journey being wooed by Him. We spend time talking about John Chapter 15 and the sweet gift of getting to abide in Jesus and delighting in Him through the study...2021-04-051h 05
Leigh Turner writing11. Books: Why read W Somerset Maugham?Why read W Somerset Maugham? Not only for the wisdom set out in my podcast "Books 3: Sex, Turnips and the Meaning of Life: W Somerset Maugham", but because his classic tales will electrify you. You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com writing blog. Thanks for listening!2021-04-0309 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 21: Loving Our Neighbor with Dani CokeDanielle Coke is a designer turned illustrator, social justice advocate, and entrepreneur. She seeks to encourage faith, inspire justice, and guide you through loving your neighbor well.
We talk about what it means to love God and love our neighbor and the importance of acton and standing up for what is right. Dani reminds us that justice is at the heart of our loving God.
In today’s episode, Dani tells her personal story of believing in the gospel of Jesus, getting to know Him personally and the life change that followed. Changed by His love...2021-03-2947 min
Leigh Turner writing10. Books: Sex, Turnips and the Meaning of Life: W Somerset MaughamThe writer W Somerset Maugham compares turnips and sex. Is he wise, or daft? Can we use his wisdom - if any - to make ourselves happier? You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com writing blog. Thank you for listening!2021-03-2708 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 20: The Steadfast Love of God with Lauren ChandlerLauren Chandler is a creative who loves to stir up people’s hearts to know, receive, and connect with our loving God through worship. Lauren leads and creates as a musician, a worship artist, and an author. She is the wife to Matt Chandler, pastor at the Village Church, and the mama to 3 beautiful children.
Listen in as Lauren shares her story of discovering misplaced identity and her journey to finding freedom and satisfaction in Jesus alone. She reminds us that the light of Jesus has the power to both illuminate sin and brokenness and cover us in H...2021-03-2257 min
Leigh Turner writing9. Writing: The perfect article or blog (part 3): worked examplesThis is the third of three podcast on how to write the perfect article or blog. It is based on my article "The perfect article or blog part 3: worked examples". You can listen to the previous episodes on this podcast. Comments, feedback and requests for future podcasts welcome.2021-03-2022 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 19: Experiencing God through Community with Kelsey FowlerWe were created to do life together! Kelsey is my friend, sister, fellow musical theatre performer and our Creative Content Manager in our women’s Bible Study community, Rise Collective Women. Kelsey shares her personal story of coming to know Jesus and experiencing Him through the sacrificial love of Gospel-based community in the Church. We talk about what community is and how we experience the love, forgiveness, and grace of God through His people. She shares her journey in the performing arts, from starring in several Broadway shows as a kid, studying musical theatre in college, to now working as a...2021-03-1552 min
Leigh Turner writing8. Writing: The perfect article or blog (part 2): nut-grafs and cosmic kickersThis is the second of three podcasts on how to write the perfect article or blog. It is based on my article "Nut-grafs and cosmic kickers: writing the perfect article or blog (Part 2 of 3)". More writing tips to follow! Comments, feedback and ideas gratefully received.2021-03-1318 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 18: Faith like a Child with Anna HallerThis episode will encourage you to come to Jesus with faith like a child! Today on the show you hear from 13 year old Broadway star, Anna Haller. What you should know about Anna is that she starred in the Broadway production of Disney’s Frozen as Young Elsa in 2019 performing around 70 times. Anna shares her Broadway story and what she learned in the process as well as her journey as a follower of Jesus and how the Lord continues to set her free by His grace. This girl may be young, but she has faith that can move mountains. List...2021-03-0841 min
Leigh Turner writing7. Writing: The perfect article or blog (part 1)The rules professionals use for writing the perfect article or blog. This is the first of three linked podcasts on this subject: see the next two at Podcast 7 and Podcast 8. This podcast is based on the article on my robertpimm.com blog "Writing the perfect article or blog: 7 tips to speed things up (Part 1 of 3)". Thanks for listening. 2021-03-0608 min
Leigh Turner writing6. Stories: "Fixing It""Fixing It" is a complete short story I wrote as flash fiction on a writing course in Loutro, on the beautiful Greek island of Crete. You can read the whole story - and much other stuff - on my robertpimm.com website. On the same website you can read a review of the Loutro writing course.2021-03-0212 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 17: Glory Belongs to God with Cozi ZuehlsdorffI am so excited to be back with you for SEASON 2 of the podcast! You are going to love my conversation with LA based actress, screenwriter and singer/songwriter, Cozi Zuehlsdorff.
Come listen and stand in amazement with us as we acknowledge the GLORY of our God. We talk about what it means to see His glory for what it is and live and work from a place of being secure in our identity in Him. I thought it was powerful when Cozi said “If you don’t accept that every good breath that leaves your body is God’...2021-03-0158 min
Leigh Turner writing5. Books: "Aunts aren't Gentlemen" by PG WodehouseIs "Aunts aren't Gentlemen" the funniest Wodehouse? It certainly is one of my favourites. Here are ten exquisite quotations for you to relish. You can read the blog post on which this episode is based at my robertpimm.com writing blog. Thank you for listening!2021-02-2707 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighHope in the Light of Jesus with Laura LeighI’ve missed you and am so excited to be back for Season 2 of Living in the Light! In today’s episode I share some of my own journey over the past year. From making my Broadway debut in Mean Girls, being uprooted from NYC and coming home to Arkansas to later finding out our show would be closing.
We have all experienced loss in this season. It’s real. But living in the light of Christ we have purpose and HOPE, no matter the circumstances, because we know the end of the story. We know that in Him w...2021-02-2709 minLeigh Turner writing4. Writing: Stephen King on writingIn his book "On Writing", Stephen King explains how he never plans his books, but just gets started. Should you plan a novel in advance, or not? A few tips.
You can read more tips about writing on my robertpimm.com writing blog. More writing tips to follow! Thank you for listening. Comments and feedback humbly accepted.2021-02-2011 min
Leigh Turner writing3. Stories: "The Two Rooms""The Two Rooms" is a complete short story taken from the book "Seven Hotel Stories", available on Amazon. I started writing these curious tales when fate brought me into contact with the type of luxurious hotels most of us can only dream of - some of them in countries where hotels are a regular meeting place for the top people in society. All the stories feature glamorous, petite Ms N - the world's best, and deadliest, hotel manager - and are narrated by her ally, the beautiful but naive Tatiana.
I write a fresh "Hotel Story" each yea...2021-02-1441 min
Leigh Turner writing2. Books: "50 Shades of Grey": 5 reasons it's a masterpiece, 5 reasons it's awfulIs "50 Shades of Grey", by E L James, brilliant, entertaining erotic literature, or a misogynistic horror-show? You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com writing blog. More books and writers to follow! Thank you for listening. Comments and feedback humbly accepted.
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Leigh Turner writing1. Writing: Tips for writing novels - and enjoying itHow does an ambassador combine writing with the day job? Can anyone find time for writing a book - or two, or eight? Do writing targets help? You can read more tips about writing on my robertpimm.com writing blog. Thanks for listening. Comments welcome.2021-02-0215 min
So We SpeakSaying Yes to God with Laura Leigh TurnerThis week Laura Leigh Turner talks about saying yes to God, debuting on Broadway, walking through having the show canceled due to Covid, learning to trust God in every season, and looking for opportunities to build community and share the gospel along the way. Laura Leigh made her Broadway debut as Karen Smith in Mean Girls in 2020. She leads a women’s Bible study each week called Rise Collective Women. Sign up here to join!
Check out the podcast Laura Leigh hosts called Living in the Light.
2021-01-2648 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 16: His Word Lights My Path with Mackenzie WarrenLAST EPISODE OF SEASON 1 and Mackenzie drops the mic in our conversation today! Mackenzie shares her personal struggle with depression and anxiety and how the Word of God has sustained her through some of the darkest seasons of her life.
Mackenzie is a South Carolina native who has called New York her home for 10 years. She has had the honor of performing on Broadway and tour in the revivals of Cats, Pippin and Anything Goes. She is actively involved with Church of the City NY and she owns a small graphic design business called KenziScript (check it o...2020-12-0745 min
Jesus Led Adventure with Stephanie Bryant (KLRC)Let God Fight Your Battle: Interview with Laura Leigh Turner (S02E09)What kind of battle are you in? We are all experiencing some kind. God tells us He will fight for us and go before us, but how can we be sure when the reality of our experience looks like God isn’t moving? Laura Leigh Turner joins the conversation to discuss Joshua chapter 5 & 6, to share where she has experienced God fight for her, how to worship God before the battle is won & how to follow God’s lead when things look impossible.2020-12-021h 09Living in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 15: Fashion, Artistry and Empowering Women with Anna TaylorFrom a village in Kenya to New York Fashion Week, this is a story of how one woman’s generosity, boldness, and love for African artistry and design brought women from the streets to sustainability in the name of Jesus.
Today you’ll hear from my friend Anna Taylor who founded and runs the nonprofit James 127 and the fashion company Judith and James. James127 Foundation brings God's hope to widows and orphans through artistry by providing free sewing training to vulnerable women in Kenya. James127 was founded on the bible verse James 1:27 which states, “Religion that God our Fat...2020-11-3039 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 14: God’s Boundaries Give Life with Dustin CeithamerWhy does God give us boundaries?
Dustin tells his personal story of growing up struggling with sexuality, not feeling comfortable in his own skin as a boy and the confusion he experienced when it came to understanding his individual interests, passions, and desires. He shares his journey of searching and experimentation and how it led him to discover that nothing in this world could satisfy him but Jesus.
We talk about the gift of God’s boundaries. How they are for our good, our protection, and for the saving of our lives. Be encouraged by the...2020-11-2355 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 13: Your Generosity Can Change a Life with Keewani Vallejo-CookThis time has been tough on all of us, but it has and is devastating the poor. In today’s episode, Keewani-Cook shares her story of growing up in poverty in the Philippines and the hopelessness she lived through as a child. When she was 7 years old Keewani was invited to participate in Compassion International’s child development program at a local church. Through the love, support, encouragement and care she received from her sponsors and program staff, her life began to change drastically. Compassion was the door to the light of Jesus for her and her family and sponso...2020-11-1656 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 12: Impossible is God’s Comfort Zone with Kate BattistelliIn today’s episode I have the honor of talking to Kate Battistelli - former Broadway performer, author of The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible, and mother to internationally praised and GRAMMY award winning worship artist, Francesca Battistelli.
If you need a fresh drink of faith today, this conversation will remind you that God is a God of the impossible! In today’s episode she tells her story of when she first met the light of Jesus and how the Lord and His Word has and continues to change her life. We talk abou...2020-11-091h 00Living in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 11: Lead with Love with Alexandra BoylanToday we get to the heart of things. I am so excited for you to meet my friend and award winning filmmaker, writer, and producer, Alexandra Boylan!
Listen in as Alexandra tells her story of moving to LA at 19 to become an actress, being homeless and living out of a car, and her journey to giving up everything to the Lord and feeling called to found and create her own production company, MirrorTree Productions, where she has produced numerous feature films. Alexandra is passionate about producing women-led, faith-based films and we talk about her new teen-girl film, Sw...2020-11-0255 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 10: Art, Poetry and the Wisdom of Jesus with Morgan Harper NicholsYou are going to love this conversation with artist, author, musician, and internationally loved poet, Morgan Harper Nichols. Morgan’s popular Instagram feed has garnered a loyal online community, and she is the author of All Along You Were Blooming, a book of poems and art she created in response to the personal stories submitted by her friends and followers.
In today’s episode we talk about the Wisdom of Jesus and the joy found in walking in the light of the divinely creative and loving life He lived. Morgan shares her journey in artistry and the place...2020-10-2659 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 9: You Can Talk to God with Kennedy CaughellSuch a joy to have Kennedy Caughell, my friend and star of the Broadway National Tour of Beautiful the Carole King Musical, on the show today!
Listen in as we talk about the beauty of imperfection and the power and freedom found in having a perfect heavenly Father. We dive into the topic of prayer and how we, as followers of Christ, are given the gift of communicating with God and being fully known and loved by Him.
Do you ever wonder -
How do I talk to God?
What is pr...2020-10-191h 07
Narrow Way to BroadwayEpisode 2.2: Laura Leigh Turner on Tasting a Dream, Pruning, and Living in the LightJoin us as we interview Laura Leigh Turner (Karen Smith in Mean Girls b/way) as we talk about gaining and delaying her dream, what it means when God prunes our hearts, and what it looks like to live in the light. You can follow LLT @lauraleighturner on Instagram and check out her podcast called “Living in the Light.”2020-10-1948 min
The Radiant Podcast with Kelsey ChapmanPerseverance When Your Dreams Are Delayed w/ Laura Leigh TurnerLaura Leigh Turner is an Arkansas native and now lives in New York City where she is starring as Karen Smith in the hit Broadway musical Mean Girls. She is the host of the brand new podcast "Living in the Light", where she interviews artists and they tell their real life stories of how Jesus took them from the dark and into His glorious Light. Laura Leighvirtually leads a community of college girls called "College Girls for Christ", where each week she teaches her Bible and gathers girls to grow in their faith alongside each other. She also enjoys writing...2020-10-1442 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 8: More of Him, Less of Me with Quentin Earl DarringtonWe have a Broadway legend on the show today, friends! In today’s episode Quentin Earl Darrington shares his story of being loved by God and carrying that into everything he does and every story he tells. He shares how he has experienced the Lord through developing and bringing new characters to life in some of his most iconic Broadway roles.
Quentin brings truth and wisdom about what it means to humbly live out the love of Jesus - picking up your cross, dying to yourself, and following Christ.
Quentin Earl Darrington was most recently seen...2020-10-121h 05Living in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 7: Your Life Matters with Ashley BratcherThis week on the show I sit down with Ashley Bratcher, star of the box office hit, Unplanned, the inspiring true story that chronicles the transformation of a Planned Parenthood clinic director to pro-life advocate. Ashley tells us her personal story of getting to the end of herself, letting go of her plans and surrendering her life and career to Christ. We talk about her journey to discovering that her very own life was spared on an aboriton table and how one opened door changed her life forever. Ashley is passionate about telling redemptive stories on screen as an a...2020-10-0540 min
The Lisa Fischer Said PodcastLisa talks to Broadway star Laura Leigh Turner of "Mean Girls"Laura Leigh Turner is a Broadway star, a first runner-up to Miss Arkansas and a former Miss Arkansas Outstanding Teen and the host of her own podcast, Living in the Light with Laura Leigh Turner. PODCAST: Living in the Light https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-in-the-light-with-laura-leigh/id1529355678 2020-10-031h 01Living in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 6: You Were Made to Shine with Allison AllenWhat does it mean to really live in the light? How do I step into the light God has for me? What happens when I don’t feel seen?
Broadway Performer, Author, Speaker, Bible Teacher, and Graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, Allison Allen, answers these questions today and you don’t want to miss it!
Listen in as Allison tells her story of falling in love with storytelling as she fell in love with Christ. She shares how the theatre has been a huge part of her journey getting to know the Ultimate Storyteller- Jesus, and ho...2020-09-2859 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 5: His Plan is the Best Plan with Allison BaileyWe have our second Glinda on the show today! Another southern belle who rides the bubble, this girl has been traveling around the country with the Broadway National Tour of Wicked. In today’s episode Allison tells her story of being released into this dream role and soon after receiving the news of a cancer diagnosis. She talks about how God’s grace sustained her and how, even through the scariest of times, she was able to find strength and peace in relationship with Jesus and the power of prayer. If you feel discouraged because of bad news, Allison reminds...2020-09-2151 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 4: Trusting God’s Design for Intimacy with Ashley LaLondeAshley is not afraid to share what God says is true.
In today’s episode I’m sitting down with my friend Ashley LaLonde and we talk about her journey growing up in the faith in New York City, falling in love with musical theatre, studying at Harvard and pursuing a career as a performing artist. But, it doesn’t stop there! We get real and dive deep into her personal story of how God has redeemed her understanding of intimacy. Listen in to hear more about her journey to surrendering her heart to the Lord.
Join m...2020-09-141h 03Living in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 3: God is so Lovable with Isaiah BaileyYou have to know my friend Isaiah Bailey!
In this episode we dive into the healing that comes through digging up pain from the past and letting God’s grace wash over the hurt. He shares his love story with Jesus and how he has grown to not only know God but also to know His delightful love for us.
Stick around after we chat to hear about what it means to rise up and shine in the light of Christ and the hope that is to come - spending forever with Jesus.
“Arise...2020-09-0754 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 2: Your Brokenness Has Purpose with Ginna Claire MasonGinna Claire defines for us what it means to live in the light!
Listen as I sit down with my friend and Broadway star Ginna Claire Mason and talk about her career as a performing artist and her journey to knowing and loving Jesus. She tells us her personal story of how God has redeemed and restored even the most painful parts of her past and how with God she has found purpose in the brokenness.
At the end of the show I am sharing some encouraging truth about Jesus- the Light who gives us l...2020-09-0750 minLiving in the Light with Laura LeighEpisode 1: Bringing Real Life to Light with Laura LeighTo get Season 1 started I wanted to share my own story of how Jesus brought me from the dark and into the light. Vulnerability takes a lot of bravery, and I admit that I am not always the best at leading from my weaknesses. Listen in as I jump off the deep in and open up about my journey to the feet of Jesus and why I let go of control and gave my life to God.
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Living in the Light with Laura LeighIntroductionYour story matters and you were made to live in the Light!
Listen in to hear how even the broken parts of your story can have incredible purpose and meaning.
This is a podcast about bringing real life to light.
In Season 1, Laura Leigh will sit down with a friend who is an artist or creative as they share their story of how Jesus brought them from the dark and into His glorious and powerful light.
At the end of each episode she will be diving into a passage of scripture...2020-08-2605 min
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh BrownJeff Turner, a Serious Gap in the Real Estate MarketHave you yet to experience the power of video? Well, you better hop on the bandwagon because if you haven’t noticed, video is the way of the future. Jeff Turner, an entrepreneur and consultant, had a terrible experience when selling his own home which led him to see a serious gap in the real estate market. Listen in to hear what he did about it and why video really ain’t so bad. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visit...2020-08-1327 min
The Page TurnerEpisode 2 - Six of Crows by Leigh BardugoJoin our hosts, Breanna and Gwyn, for book reviews and behind-the-scenes stories about the Los Gatos Library. We have a special guest this week, Robin, another Library Page! Join us as we review Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo!2018-09-0530 min
The Stem Cell PodcastEp. 106: “Ethical Concerns” Featuring Dr. Leigh TurnerGuest Dr. Leigh Turner is an associate professor in the center for Bioethics at the…2017-12-051h 19
The Stem Cell PodcastEp. 106: “Ethical Concerns” Featuring Dr. Leigh TurnerGuest
Dr. Leigh Turner is an associate professor in the center for Bioethics at the University of Minnesota. Turner’s research addresses ethical, legal, and regulatory issues associated with clinics engaged in direct-to-consumer marketing of unproven and unlicensed cell-based interventions. Dr. Turner is an author of numerous publications including a recent paper in Cell Stem Cell along with The Stem Cell Podcast’s past guest, Paul Knoepfler.
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New Insight on How Mosquitos Interact with Humans – This article reveals that nasty experiences can change an Aedes aegypti mosquito’s inclination to follow certain odors, such as th...2017-12-051h 18
The Constructrr PodcastHow To Advocate for A Healthier, More Productive Workforce w/ Leigh StringerLeigh Stringer, Senior Workplace Expert for EYP Architecture & Engineering, and author of the Healthy Workplace, The Green Workplace. We talk about the business case for a healthy workplace, fueling the human engine and choosing the right design elements to enable productivity. We had an amazing talk. Look for my interview with Leigh Stringer next week.You can find Leigh Stringer at:leighstringer.comTwitter LinkedInFacebookYou can find the two books she has authored:The Green Workplace: Sustainable Strategies that Benefit Employees, the Environment, and the Bottom Line The Healthy Workplace: How to Improve th...2017-09-1959 min
11 Things with Leigh JonesEpisode 33: KC TurnerKC Turner is a San Francisco Bay Area music promoter and musician. In 2013, his production company "KC Turner Presents" put on nearly 100 concerts. He's come a long way from growing up in small-town Missouri and impersonating Elvis for his family as a kid. Here, KC talks about taking the leap to pursue a full-time career in the music industry, the artists who inspire him most, and his experience putting together a last minute house concert for G. Love. www.kcturnerpresents.com2014-03-0458 min