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I Don't Know How You Do ItWriting Your Own Rules: Reinvention, Rebellion, and Reclaiming Your Voice with Lynne GolodnerIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Lynne Golodner, author of eleven books across multiple genres, who found her voice in midlife.When Lynn chose Orthodox Judaism in her twenties, she was drawn to its structure and meaning—but years later, a moment of clarity during a camping trip sparked her realization that this path no longer aligned with her authentic self. What began as a spiritual journey evolved into a series of bold reinventions that would ultimately lead her to greater creative freedom and financial success.Lynne shares the raw, unfiltered reality of na...2025-04-1543 min
Hear us Roar260: Lynne Golodner - Author of Woman of Valor Our guest this week is Lynne Golodner (Woman of Valor, Scotia Road Books, September 2023). Once Lynne decided to stop writing fiction “on the side” and make it her focus, she leaped in with both feet, moving from a pure pantser to a more hybrid plotter, and solidifying her author brand as “creating compelling Jewish characters” which also drives her marketing focus. We discuss how this niche informed her decision to forego traditional publishing and opt instead to form her own publishing company, then delve into juggling her different income streams like teaching and consulting to allow time for her personal...2025-01-0240 min
Becoming Your Best VersionA Conversation with Author and Multi-Preneur, Lynne GolodnerDetroit-area author Lynne Golodner's newest novel, Cave of Secrets arrived this August. Lynne made multiple midlife pivots in her life, moving from journalism to a complete commitment to her own writing-focused businesses. She actively chose to chase the things she most wanted — and found them.
While dedicated to her own craft – 10 books and counting — she lifts up other writers in other ways, including running her own coaching, publishing and marketing businesses. She speaks with great expertise on balancing life as a writer and entrepreneur, and the culture of women writers supporting each other.
Her other books inc...2024-11-2927 min
Ripollsworkshop ReadsAuthor Interview with Lynne GolodnerAuthor BioLynne Golodner writes emotional novels with compelling Jewish characters who are determined to fill their lives with passion, purpose and love. Her first novel, Woman of Valor, joins a body of work that includes two poetry collections and six nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Women and Hair Covering and The Flavors of Faith: Holy Breads. Lynne is a writing coach, marketing entrepreneur and host of the Make Meaning Podcast, and her creative nonfiction has been published around the world. With a BA from University of Michigan and an MFA from Goddard College, Lynne is...2024-09-0416 min
The Resilient Writers Radio ShowMaintaining Control Over Your Story, with Lynne GolodnerSend us a text! We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show.This week on The Resilient Writers Radio Show, I'm speaking with author and publisher Lynne Golodner. Lynne is the author of nine books, as well as many articles, and host of the Make Meaning podcast. Our discussion focuses on Lynne's writing journey, her latest novel "Woman of Valor," and her experiences within and outside the Orthodox Jewish community. We also talk about maintaining control over your story via self-publishing and dive into Lynne's experience creating a hybrid publishing company: Scotia Road Books.2024-06-1328 min
Magnificent MidlifeWriting about Jewish culture with Lynne Golodner Lynne Golodner is a novelist writing about strong Jewish women and Jewish culture. She shares her background and journey as a writer, her focus on writing about Orthodox Jewish life, and the challenges and research involved. Lynne recently set up her own independent publishing house for women over 40 with strong voices that need to be heard. Her first novel, Woman of Valor, joins two poetry collections and six nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Women and Hair Covering and The Flavors of Faith: Holy Breads. This is a fascinating dive into an often hidden culture. 2024-05-1436 min
The Transitions PodcastS2 | Ep 77: Writing a Book is a Labor of Love w/ Lynne GolodnerLynne and Patricia chat about the gestational process of writing books, or in Lynne‘s case, of working on multiple stories in different stages at the same time. Lynne Golodner is the author of nine books, including her first novel, WOMAN OF VALOR. She’s also a marketing entrepreneur and writing coach. After working as a journalist in New York and Washington, D.C., Lynne returned to her native Detroit to pursue a freelance writing career and teach writing. In 2007, she created Your People, a marketing and public relations company with a focus...2024-05-0747 min
The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Life After Divorce, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully192 📕 The Write Path: Lynne Golodner's Secrets to a Midlife Literary RenaissanceIn this compelling episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with the multifaceted Lynne Golodner an author whose life is a testament to the power of words and transformation. Lynne, a prolific writer of nine books, including her recent releases "Woman of Valor" and "Cave of Secrets," shares her journey from journalist to novelist, and how she found her true calling in the world of fiction and creative nonfiction.
As a writing coach and founder of Scotia Road Books, Lynne is dedicated to amplifying the voices of women over 40, ensuring their s...2024-05-0255 min
The Writing Table with Kris ClinkLynne Golodner: Women of ValorLynne Golodner writes emotional novels with compellingJewish characters who are determined to fill their lives withpassion, purpose and love. Her first novel, Woman of Valor,joins a body of work that includes two poetry collections andsix nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Womenand Hair Covering and The Flavors of Faith: Holy Breads.Lynne is a writing coach, marketing entrepreneur and host ofthe Make Meaning Podcast, and her creative nonfiction hasbeen published around the world. With a BA from Universityof Michigan and an...2024-04-2422 min
Enthusiastically Self-Employed: business tips, marketing tips, and LinkedIn tips for coaches, consultants, speakers, authors, solopreneurs & small business ownersFinding the Best Publishing Path for Your Book with Lynne Golodner Ep 83Embark on a literary adventure with the esteemed Lynne Golodner, who graces us with her presence on our latest podcast to unfold the tapestry of the publishing world. Lynne, a writer and mentor with a wealth of experience in journalism, marketing, and PR, shares her personal narrative of growth and the inception of Scotia Road Books, a press lavishing attention on the voices of women writers over 40. Together, we dissect the complexities of live streaming, audience connectivity, and the intricate dance of crafting a successful author brand and robust market strategy. Our dialogue transcends the surface-level chatter...2024-04-0444 min
The Write ApproachEmbrace Your Niche and Market to Your Audience with Lynne GolodnerLynne Golodner is a Jewish woman telling Jewish stories. She focuses her marketing efforts and community building on reaching Jewish readers. She is not excluding anyone, but she knows who her core audience is. She knows who will most closely identify with the books she is writing. And she is using her energy and efforts to draw in the people most likely to support her work. Lynne Golodner's website: https://lynnegolodner.com/Barbara Hinske's website: https://barbarahinske.com/J. W. Judge's website: https://jwjudge.com/2024-03-0535 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 165 - Brenda Meller - Capturing a Piece of the Publishing PieBrenda Meller is an entrepreneur, author and social media coach who helps people maximize their presence on LinkedIn. She is the author of Social Media Pie: How to enjoy a bigger slice of the LinkedIn Pie and host of the Enthusiastically Self-Employed podcast. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Brenda about her book and the evolution of her career. She talks about her writing process, including how she wrote the book in just 30 days, and why she opted to self-publish. They talk about the ever-evolving nature of social m...2024-03-0137 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 164 - Patrick Hicks - Writing Hard Stories BeautifullyPatrick Hicks is an Irish Catholic writer from Minnesota who has a deep fascination with the Holocaust. He has written three Holocaust novels and has conducted extensive research on the subject, visiting twelve different concentration camps and speaking with survivors. Patrick is also a professor at Augustana University in South Dakota, where he teaches writing and literature. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Patrick about his newest book, Across the Lake. In his second time on the Make Meaning Podcast, Patrick explains what inspired this novel, driven by r...2024-02-1621 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 163 - Qin Sun Stubis - Writing Inspired by Long-Held Family LoreQin Sun Stubis is a Chinese-American author of the book Once Our Lives: A Memoir of Shanghai, Teahouses, and Three Generations of Family, which tells the story of four generations of Chinese women in Shanghai, China during the Great Famine, navigating war and revolution. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Qin about her early life, China’s Cultural Revolution and her love of words and storytelling. Qin explains how the loss of her parents inspired her to write a memoir that brings to life her family’s stories and a...2024-02-0226 min
The Author's CornerEpisode #134: Storytelling for Entrepreneurs with Lynne GolodnerSummary:As writers, we all know the importance of storytelling. But it may not be as obvious that the art of storytelling is essential to entrepreneurs and their businesses too. Stories are particularly important when it comes to marketing. They help you communicate your purpose and connect with your audience on a deeper level. A stronger connection through storytelling can help you attract ideal clients and grow your business. In episode #134 of The Author’s Corner, Robin is joined by Lynne Goldoner, writing coach, marketing expert, and author of over six books. Lynne shar...2024-01-2534 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 162 - Elizabeth Conte - Doing Well as an Indie Author Elizabeth Conte is an author with a passion for bringing 19th-century literature to the 21st-century reader. She is the author of Finding Jane, a time travel historical novel, and Chosen Mistress, a scintillating story set in Victorian England. Elizabeth is the founder of Jane Writes Press, a hybrid publishing house for writers who don't fit into traditional publishing boxes. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Elizabeth about her debut novel, Finding Jane, her inspiration for the book and the challenges she faced while writing and editing it. Elizabeth a...2024-01-1930 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 161 - Ana Veciana-Suarez - Historical Literary FictionAna Veciana-Suarez is a journalist and author. She has written for various publications and has published several books, including her latest novel, Dulcinea, which was inspired by her reading of Don Quixote in high school. Known for her meticulous research and attention to detail, Anna spent many years digging up the information she needed to focus on the Spanish Inquisition. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Ana about her writing process, the challenges of researching historical fiction, her experiences with marketing her book, and her insights into the ch...2024-01-1621 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 160 - Jonathan Whitelaw - Cozy Crime & Escaping into WritingJonathan Whitelaw is a Scottish author and journalist now living in Canada who wrote his first novel at the age of 17. He’s since published several books in the cozy crime genre, including Morbid Relations and the popular Bingo Hall Detectives series. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Jonathan about the cozy crime genre, why he’s drawn to it and the genre’s emphasis on humor, character, and setting. Plus, they discuss his publishing journey, from his first horrible book to being published by a small independent publisher to getting...2024-01-1234 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 159 – April Davila - Meditation & WritingFinding an agent and publisher was easy for April Davila, an award-winning author who quit her job in 2016 to write full-time. Her debut novel, 142 Ostriches, won the WILLA Literary Awards for Women Writing the West. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner chats with April, a fourth-generation Californian who studied marine biology before being called to the written word. She honed her skills in marketing and technical writing jobs, dedicating early mornings to crafting fiction until she could finally make the transition to writing full-time. In this episode, Lynne and April discuss the le...2024-01-0925 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 158 - Suzanne Nugent - On Character DevelopmentSuzanne Nugent, author of Brunch and Other Obligations and host of the Character Development podcast, uses humor to confront life’s darkest moments. She navigates between various storytelling mediums, from novels to screenplays, finding the right narrative platform for each project. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Suzanne about her creative career and how writing has shaped her as a person. She shares her inspiration for her novel Brunch and Other Obligations and her journey to publishing. Suzanne also talks about her love for storytelling across platforms, including scr...2024-01-0526 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 157 - Blake Kimzey - Creating a Writing CommunityBlake Kimzey is the founder of writingworkshops.com, a global community offering writing classes taught by experienced instructors, like Make Meaning Podcast host Lynne Golodner. Blake is also an author, screenwriter and hands-on dad of three. In this episode, Blake recalls a pivotal moment in sixth grade when he wrote a King Arthur rip-off. He and Make Meaning Podcast host Lynne Golodner also talk about his journey as an author, the inspiration behind WritingWorkshops.com and the surprising and very winding journey of becoming an author. In this episode, Lynne and Blake discuss: Goin...2024-01-0228 min
Pen to Print - Podcasts for Aspiring WritersWriting tips from novelist Lynne Golodner : Write On! Audio WeeklyThank you for listening to Write On! Audio, the podcast for writers everywhere brought to you by Pen to Print
Our first podcast of 2024 features writing tips from Lynne Golodner. An author of 8 novels and numerous articles, Lynne is also a podcast host, business woman and writing coach specialising in helping writers to develop brand strategies.
Thank you to Lynne Golodner for these useful writing tips.
Find out more about Lynne Golodner by visiting her website here https://lynnegolodner.com/
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Invisible to Invincible Podcast: Marketing and Branding for High AchieversEp 004 | Embrace Your Story: Pivoting to Authorship After 40 with Lynne GolodnerSeeking inspiration and courage to turn dreams into reality? We've got it covered. Our guest on the Invisible to Invincible Podcast is Lynne Golodner, prolific author and innovative founder of Scotia Road Books. Having made the exhilarating leap from seasoned journalist to successful author, Lynne joins host Kendra Losee to chronicle her breathtaking career metamorphoses, her mastery of personal storytelling, and the joy of discovering her niche.Within this episode, Lynne reveals the transformative mental shifts and ingenious strategies she adopted throughout her literary journey – a blend of challenges and triumphant victories. This episode delivers a d...2023-12-2831 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 156 - Blair Fell - Original Storylines & Unique CharactersWhile fiction is born from imagination and creativity, many authors explain how they came to the stories they create through lived experiences. This is definitely true for Blair Fell, author of The Sign for Home, whose work in the deafblind community taught him about nuances, details and issues facing that community. This debut novel takes readers on a journey through a fascinating community and the lives of compelling characters. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Blair about his writing process, the importance of research and the value of participating in a...2023-12-1533 min
Author2AuthorAuthor2Author with Lynne GolodnerBill welcomes novelist, poet, writing coach and entrepreneur Lynne Golodner to the show. Lynne writes emotional novels with compelling Jewish characters who are determined to fill their lives with passion, purpose, and love. Her first novel, Woman of Valor, joins a body of work that includes two poetry collections and six nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Women and Hair Covering and The Flavors of Faith: Holy Breads. Lynne is a writing coach, marketing entrepreneur and host of the Make Meaning Podcast, and her creative nonfiction has been published around the world.2023-12-1230 min
Jewish Women Talk About MidlifeWriting to Find your Voice [with Lynne Golodner]In this captivating conversation, Devora Krasnianski speaks with Lynne Golodner, a seasoned author, publisher, and writing coach, discussing the transformative influence of writing in uncovering our authentic voice, particularly amid the challenges of midlife changes. As individuals navigate the complexities of midlife, questions like "What's next?" or "Why am I feeling this way?" often arise.
Lynne delves into how writing becomes a potent tool for self-connection during midlife, offering insights into the exploration of personal identity and purpose. She generously shares practical tips and transformative mindsets that have the potential to significantly impact individuals going through this transitional phase.
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Speaking of WritersLynne Golodner- Woman of ValorLynne Golodner writes emotional novels with compelling Jewish characters who are determined to fill their lives with passion, purpose and love. Her first novel, Woman of Valor, joins a body of work that includes two poetry collections and six nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Women and Hair Covering and The Flavors of Faith: Holy Breads. Lynne is a writing coach, marketing entrepreneur and host of the Make Meaning Podcast, and her creative nonfiction has been published around the world. With a BA from University of Michigan and an
MFA from Goddard College, Lynne is the mother of...2023-12-0915 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 155 - Martha Anne Toll - Finely Crafted, Award-Winning FictionEpisode 155 - Martha Anne Toll - Finely Crafted, Award-Winning Fiction Martha Anne Toll is an author and former lawyer who has always been passionate about writing. She grew up in a secular Jewish family and was deeply influenced by the stories of Holocaust survivors. Martha's debut novel, Three Muses, is a beautifully crafted story that combines her love for ballet and her exploration of the impact of the Holocaust on her own Jewish identity. She is currently working on her second novel, Duet for One, which delves into the world of classical music in Philadelphia.2023-12-0124 min
The Bookshelf Odyssey PodcastWoman of Valor: an Interview with author Lynne GolodnerSend us a textJoin us on The Bookshelf Odyssey Podcast as we embark on a captivating journey with acclaimed author Lynne Golodner. In this episode, Lynne shares her journey behind her novel, "Woman of Valor." This novel delves into the intricate layers of identity, infidelity, true love, and the liberating process of shedding the need to please others. In our interview, Lynne shares with me the joys of being a voracious reader, the victories and challenges of writing, and offers some helpful tips for writers. We also dig deep into the story and message o...2023-11-3033 min
Authorpreneurs UnleashedMastering Career Pivots & Branding with Lynne GolodnerHear how two authors, Kathryn McClatchy and Lynne Golodner, have navigated the often-tricky path of career pivots and learn their tips for branding yourself as an author. Plus some great advice on incorporating brand marketing into your author platform!Where to find Lynne:lynnegolodner.comYour People Marketing& Messaging for AuthorsMake Meaning PodcastScotia Road BooksResources from today's episode:Outlander Series by...2023-11-2744 min
Uncorking a StoryA Blank Canvas, with Lynne GolodnerLynne Golodner is the author of eight books and thousands of articles as well as a marketing entrepreneur, writing coach and host of the Make Meaning Podcast. She joined me on Uncorking a Story to talk about her first novel, Woman of Valor. Key Takeaways
Lynne's journey as a writer: Lynne shares her passion for writing, which began at a young age with journals and evolved into freelancing during college. Her dedication to writing and storytelling has been a consistent thread throughout her life.
Writing as a means of comfort a...2023-11-2437 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 154 - Dawn Chalker - Writing What You KnowEpisode 154 - Dawn Chalker - Writing What You Know Dawn Chalker wrote her first novel in fifth grade, finding inspiration from real life. That curiosity, creativity and imagination has continued throughout her life, drawing stories from journeys in nature. The northern Michigan-based writer based her recent novel, Bear Me in Mind, on a real-life encounter with a bear in Alaska and also her love for British detective shows. She also writes children’s books. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Dawn about the joys of w...2023-11-1724 min
Living The Next Chapter: Candid Conversations with Authors and Writers for Readers Searching for a New ReadE277 - Lynne Golodner - From Journalist, Podcaster and Now Writing a Novel A Year For The Rest of Your LifeEPISODE 277 - Lynne Golodner - From Journalist, Podcaster and Now Writing a Novel A Year For The Rest of Your LifeWhen Lynne Golodner was a child, she carried around a corduroy-covered journal and filled the pages with stories, poems, and skits. Writing has always been her way of making sense of the world, of seeing the beauty in ordinary moments. She keeps that journal on a shelf behind her desk now to remind her to stay true to the person she’s always been.Lynne spent 15 years as a journalist in New Yo...2023-11-1441 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 153 – Jewish Books, Jewish AuthorsEpisode 153 – Jewish Books, Jewish Authors In a special two-part episode, Lynne Golodner interviews people who curate and promote Jewish books and Jewish authors. The first part features representatives from America's longest-running Jewish Book Fair -- Lauren Johnson, a librarian and consultant at the J-Detroit, and Brenda Brook, the 2023 chair of the Detroit Jewish Book Fair. The second part is a conversation with Naomi Firestone-Teeter, executive director of the Jewish Book Council. Learn why Detroit is a hub for Jewish literature, and consider the role of Jewish books in shaping identity of and for diverse audiences....2023-11-1043 min
Book Banter with Dianne Burckhardt - Book Talk PodcastS2 EP 91: Lynne Golodner, Author, Coach, Marketing Entrepreneur & PodcasterJoin the conversation, text us now. Hello Happy People,Dianne had a wonderful chat with the multi-talented Lynne Golodner. Lynne started her author journey early in childhood. She would fill page after page with stories and poems, using her creative talents to make sense of the world around her. Even today, Lynne keeps her early work nearby to remind her to not to lose sight of where it all started for her. Lynne would go on to earn a MFA in Writing, she worked as a journalist for 15 years in New York, Washington...2023-11-0841 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 152 - Ami Irmen - Character-Driven NarrativesAmi Irmen’s favorite storyteller was her grandfather, who set her on the path to becoming an educator and a writer. Her first traditionally-published novel is coming soon from Scarsdale Publishing, while she self-published another novel, Wherever Would I Be. Her short stories and poems have appeared in Sinister Wisdom, The Copperfield Review, and Glass: A Journal of Poetry. Ami teaches writing at Kishwaukee College. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Ami Irmen about her creative process, how to turn an idea into a book, which publishing route to...2023-11-0332 min
Read The Damn BookWoman of Valor with Lynne Golodner In this episode of the My Simplified Life Podcast, host Michelle Glogovac interviews Lynne Golodner, a publisher, author, and book coach. They discuss Lynne's journey to becoming a publisher and her latest novel, Woman of Valor, which tells the story of a woman who converts to Orthodox Judaism. The conversation explores the challenges and choices the protagonist faces and provides insights into Orthodox Jewish culture and identity. What we’re talking about Deliberate Identity: Lynne's novel explores the intentional choice of embracing Orthodox Judaism as a beautiful and meaningful identity, highlighting the challenges and decisions th...2023-10-3130 min
Authentically Raw with Jamie Berris77. Woman Of Valor with Lynne GolodnerWoman Of Valor, is a story about the courage to love the ordinary and seek satisfaction where you are, while shedding the need to please others. Listen as we discuss the importance of finding your true identity and the importance of belonging and community.
Lynne draws from her life experience as an Orthodox Jew for ten years to allow the reader a glimpse into what that world looks like. Grab a copy of the compelling novel, Woman Of Valor, today!
Learn more about Lynne Golodner
Website: https://lynnegolodner.com
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Author ExpressGive Power to Author Voice by Confidently Drawing from Life with Lynne GolodnerThis week on Author Express we bring you an engaging conversation that touches on how an author's body of work can reach beyond genre to connect with readers in multiple ways. We are excited for you to get to know the writer we have with us today - Lynne Golodner writes emotional novels with compelling Jewish characters who are determined to fill their lives with passion, purpose, and love. Her first novel, Woman of Valor, joins a body of work that includes two poetry collections and six nonfiction books, including Hide and Seek: Jewish Women and Hair Covering and...2023-10-2514 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 151 - Rochelle Weinstein - Writing Best-Selling NovelsRochelle Weinstein is a successful and talented author known for her emotionally charged novels. After leaving a career in the music industry in 2000, she started writing and has produced eight novels, with the latest coming out on Oct. 20th. Rochelle's writing explores topical issues and draws inspiration from her own experiences and emotions. What’s more, she is a leading example of generosity, camaraderie and community in the world of women’s fiction! In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Rochelle about how and why, after two wildly successful self...2023-10-2027 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 150 - Lisa Peers - First Novels & Writing FriendshipsAs a child in Richmond, Virginia, Lisa Peers was introduced to writing by her mother, who was also a writer who invited her young daughter to play with her typewriter. Still, Lisa began her career in theater and only later pursued writing in a professional capacity. She shares how acting shapes her writing process and helps her build authentic dialogue, which is a strength of Lisa’s new novel, Love at 350°. This gorgeous story features 40something characters challenging the norms of the romantic comedy genre. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne...2023-10-0628 min
Living Our Beliefs: Exploring Faith & Religion in Daily LifeWoman of Valor, an Orthodox Jewish tale – Lynne GolodnerEpisode 50.Woman of Valor is Lynne Golodner’s first published novel after six non-fiction books and two poetry collections. This engaging story lets us into the rewarding and complex life of Sally, who took on the Orthodox Judaism of her grandparents. Happily married to Barry and a mother to three young children, she leads a full and contented life, but trouble arrives unexpectedly. In this episode, Lynne talks about Woman of Valor, how the story draws on her own life experiences, authors that inspire her, and her writing in general. Highlights:00:05:15 Gr...2023-09-2839 min
Beautiful Second ActHelping Women Over 40 Publish Their Book / Interview with publisher and writing coach, Lynne GolodnerDo you have a book idea, a finished manuscript, or a memoir that you want to publish but have no idea how to get started? This is the episode for you.Lynne Golodner is an author, a writing coach, and a publisher at Scotia Road Books. In this episode she talks about championing women over the age of 40 who are just getting started in their writing careers during this late stage of life. It is never too late to do the thing you love, and with Lynne as your guide, your journey towards publishing your first novel c...2023-09-2652 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 149 – Anne-Marie Oomen - Writing through FamilyLynne Golodner first met Anne-Marie Oomen at Goddard College, where Lynne was beginning her MFA in Writing and Anne-Marie was graduating. A fellow Michigan resident who calls the forests and hills of the Lake Michigan shores her home, Anne-Marie serves on the board of Michigan Writers where Lynne is now in charge of Marketing. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner chats with Anne-Marie about teaching in the Solstice MFA program at LaSalle University and at Interlochen Center for the Arts, the backstory for As Long as I Know You: the Mom Book...2023-09-2244 min
Living Your Sparked Second HalfChoosing A Different Path When The One You’re On Isn’t Right for You, with Lynne GolodnerMy guest today is Lynne Golodner, an author, writing coach, marketing entrepreneur, and host of the Make Meaning Podcast. She resides in Detroit, MI with her husband and four young adult children. In midlife, she passionately pursues her dreams, helping writers find their voices and the confidence to take their writing seriously. Her life in midlife revolves around her values and priorities: writing daily, self-publishing books, connecting with nature, and extensive travel.
In this episode, we delve into Lynne Golodner's remarkable journey, from journalism to entrepreneurship, and her latest book, "Woman of Valor." Lynne shares her experiences...2023-09-0836 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 148 – Woman of Valor - Katie Scott interviews Lynne about her debut novel!A Super Special Episode: Lynne Golodner discusses her debut novel! Writer, Washtenaw County Commissioner, Nurse and Friend Extraordinaire Katie Scott takes the mic on this episode to interview Make Meaning host Lynne Golodner about the release of her ninth book and debut novel, Woman of Valor. Lynne and Katie met in a writing course in the 1990s and are more like sisters than friends. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner finds herself on the other side of the interview as Katie asks about the journey behind Woman of Valor, which...2023-09-0842 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 147 – Diane Gottlieb - Writing Short & Writing WellDiane Gottlieb champions midlife women while telling her own provocative, riveting stories for publications like River Teeth, HuffPost, and SmokeLong Quarterly. Winner of the Tiferet 2021 Writing Contest and a finalist in SmokeLong Grand Micro Contest 2022, Diane has three master’s degrees and serves as editor of Awakenings: Stories of Body and Consciousness and prose/creative nonfiction editor of Emerge Literary Journal. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner chats with Diane about her passion for writing, her dedication to empowering the voices of midlife women and her journey to becoming known in the li...2023-08-1822 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 146 – Barbara Stark-Nemon - Tracing the Path of Historical FictionBarbara Stark-Nemon takes her time writing historical fiction, tracing the paths her characters walked and lived. The author of award-winning novels, Barbara turned to writing after retiring from a successful career. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner chats with Barbara about her passion for writing and her experiences speaking at conferences, literary events, libraries and book clubs. A University of Michigan alumnus, Barbara has two published novels - Even in Darkness and Hard Cider - and is at work on a coming-of-age refugee story set in the aftermath of the Inquisition. 2023-08-0430 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 145 – CL Walters - Young Adult & New Adult Fiction from HawaiiBuilding an author career depends on writing book after book after book, which is something CL Walters knows well. From her home base in Hawai’i, she writes and publishes through Mixed Plate Press, the venture she runs with her husband. CL writes Young Adult and New Adult titles, and pens Romances under the name Maci Aurora. In this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner chats with CL Walters about her author journey, making a living as a writer, maintaining a steady flow of stories, and the resilience required when your first book doesn't qu...2023-07-2135 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 144 – Danny Hankner - Founding Story Unlikely Danny Hankner is an electrician by trade and a writer at heart as well as the founder of Story Unlikely. This online literary publication showcases incredible stories, focusing on non-fiction memoiristic pieces. As a publisher, Danny is passionate about discovering great authors and beautiful stories, providing a platform and audience to showcase worthy voices. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Danny Hankner about his literary journey. One of Lynne’s favorite of her original nonfiction writings, “The Roads We Travel,” was accepted by Danny not even 24 hours after she sub...2023-07-0739 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 143 – Annie Cathryn - Dreams Come True: The Friendship BreakupAnnie Cathryn transitioned from a career in marketing for a Fortune 500 company to her own consulting agency inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert's "Eat Pray Love" to pursue her dream of writing fiction. She recently released her debut book, The Friendship Breakup, and is a self-proclaimed book nerd who has expanded her love for literature by becoming a Bookstagrammer and starting the Soulful Series Video podcast. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Annie Cathryn about her debut novel, creative process, publishing journey, and why we should read our book’s rev...2023-06-2333 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 142 – Announcing Scotia Road BooksWelcome to a special episode of the Make Meaning Podcast! As a full-time author, writing coach, and host of this podcast, Lynne Golodner never thought starting another business would be part of her plan. However, her passion for storytelling and a gap in the marketplace led Lynne to create Scotia Road Books, a new publishing imprint dedicated to providing a platform for women over 40 with strong voices that need to be heard. With a focus on contemporary, historical, and literary fiction, as well as narrative memoirs and essay collections, Scotia Road Books seeks to make a...2023-06-0938 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 141 – Tom Sleigh– A Lifetime of PoetryThe award-winning author of 11 books, Tom Sleigh is the latest author to be a guest on the Make Meaning Podcast. In this episode, Tom talks with host Lynne Golodner about how his love of language traces back to childhood, when his mother, an English teacher, first read Thoreau aloud. That journey continued through decades when he was a war correspondent on the front lines in Lebanon and Syria to his archeologist days in southern Mexico and finally, to the resonance of the global COVID-19 pandemic, which turned us all into isolated individuals yearning for the co...2023-04-2137 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 140 – Minda Zetlin – On ASJA, Leadership & Writing for Inc.Minda Zetlin has written columns for Inc. Magazine for more than a decade, and out of that research, reporting and curiosity grew the material and focus for her latest book, CAREER SELF-CARE. The latest author to share her story on the Make Meaning Podcast, Minda Zetlin talks with host Lynne Golodner about how crucial membership in the American Society of Journalists and Authors has been for her career, how self-doubt and self-belief have been her biggest challenges, and how important it is to not just build a career, but build a life you’re happy to live....2023-04-0741 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 139 – Desiree Cooper – Being “Genre Agnostic”Desiree Cooper was once a Detroit Free Press columnist, a Pulitzer Prize nominee, a Kresge Artist Fellow, an attorney and now she’s a children’s book author – which explains why she considers herself “genre agnostic.” The latest author to share her story on the Make Meaning Podcast, Desiree started writing professionally before social media was a thing, and readers regularly sent her letters and pictures in response to her columns. Her children’s book NOTHING SPECIAL was three years in the making – and it might be her best creation yet. In this episode, host...2023-03-2439 min
Character Development with Suzanne NugentWriting, Publishing, and Other Adventures with Lynne Golodner“I've always been really focused on this idea of like, how do we make meaning, what's the purpose of our lives? …Even when I was in my twenties as a journalist, you know, I like to say that I wrote about how people find meaning in the mundane.”In today’s episode, Suzanne talks to author Lynne Golodner, who reveals some big news about next steps in her publishing career and talks about how she incorporates travel into her writing life. About Our Guest:Lynne Golodner is the author of eight books and thous...2023-03-1433 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 138 – Sara Bennett Wealer – Connecting with YA ReadersWhen your mother is an English teacher and your favorite TV show is Masterpiece Theater on PBS, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll take to writing creative, compelling, fantastical stories that captivate readers. “Writing was something I knew I could do,” says Sara Bennett Wealer, the latest author to share her story on the Make Meaning Podcast. In this episode, host Lynne Golodner interviews Sara Bennett Wealer about how to make a living as a writer, how to earn money writing books and how they are not often the same thing. Sara discusses the importanc...2023-03-1025 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 137 – Christopher P. Locke – Breathtaking Essays & StoriesThe key to great writing, says Christopher P. Locke, is to be vulnerable. Don’t worry about what people will think. Don’t censor yourself. Just share your realness and that will help others feel less alone. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Christopher P. Locke about his writing journey, their shared memories in the MFA program at Goddard College, the importance of great mentors and taking yourself seriously as a writer. In this episode, Lynne and Chris discuss: The arrogance of youth Straddl...2023-02-2432 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 136 – Tammy Pasterick – Writing & Publishing Your Way Tammy Pasterick didn’t intend to become a historical fiction novelist. But when a deep dive into her family’s immigrant history unearthed fascinating storylines about Eastern European emigres who settled in Pennsylvania, she knew she had a great story on her hands. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Tammy Pasterick about her journey of writing Beneath the Veil of Smoke and Ash, why she went for hybrid publishing, growing up in a family of steelworkers and coal miners, and her career as an investigator with the National Labor...2023-02-1031 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 135 – Camille Pagan – Making Writing Your CareerAs a first-generation college student, Camille Pagan thought she’d study medicine. She ended up writing about health and then penned her first novel after the birth of her daughter, selling it at auction in a six-figure deal. But all was not easy after that. While Camille has enjoyed a hearty career as the bestselling author of eight novels, she endured ups, downs and redirects along the way and now guides other writers in staying the course to build success as an author. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner int...2023-01-2735 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 134 – Andrew McDiarmid – Simply ScottishWhat began as penance for speeding has become a beloved radio show-turned-podcast called Simply Scottish that allows writer Andrew McDiarmid to stay connected to his heritage and his homeland. “Being an immigrant has enriched my life,” says Andrew, who emigrated to the United States from Scotland at the age of 11 and straddles cultures and countries in his identity and his affiliations. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Andrew McDiarmid about the influence of the Scots on North America, what they both love about podcasting, building community around great ideas...2023-01-1333 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 133 – Sara Henning – Poetry about Loss & RedemptionIn her latest poetry collection, Sara Henning tries to make meaning of grief, after losing her mother to metastatic colon cancer. “I lost my center,” Sara says, and Terra Incognita is her way to regain a firm stance on this earth. In this episode, Sara does a live reading of her poem “Queening” around the 25-minute mark. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Sara Henning about where poetry comes from, how to let the soul speak and how to keep on living after immense grief. Her poems interrogate meaning...2022-12-3045 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 132 – Merryn Glover – Literary Fiction about PlaceEpisode 132 – Merryn Glover – Literary Fiction about Place Merryn Glover writes literary fiction from the Scottish Highlands, deep into the Cairngorm Mountains. Her lyrical prose invokes place and relationship in gorgeous ways, her words rising from the page to attach to the reader’s heart. Born in Kathmandu and raised in Nepal, Pakistan and India, Merryn is the daughter of Australian missionaries and moved to Scotland after she met the love of her life. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Merryn Glover about how a sense of...2022-12-1654 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 131 – Weina Randel – The Last Rose of ShanghaiWeina Randel emigrated to the United States from China at the age of 24, switching from her native Chinese to English, as she began to write fiction. She wrote a duology about China’s first and only female emperor, Wu Zetian, and then penned a truly stunning historical novel called The Last Rose of Shanghai, about a love story between a Chinese woman and a Jewish refugee in Shanghai during World War II. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Weina Randel about the long road to landing an agent and a mu...2022-12-0231 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 130 – Merle Saferstein – Journaling & LegacyMerle Saferstein has been journaling since 1974, so when she decided to comb through her nearly 400 journals to create a book, she knew it would not be an easy endeavor. It has taken the better part of the last two decades to create LIVING AND LEAVING MY LEGACY, volume 1, which debuted in June 2022 to much acclaim. Volume 2 will be published in June 2023. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Merle Saferstein – the first guest to make a repeat appearance on the Make Meaning Podcast! – about journaling, legacy, ethical wills and writing on a da...2022-11-1840 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 129 – Rosina Lippi – Author of the Wilderness SeriesRosina Lippi writes under her own name and under the pseudonym Sara Donati, and her Wilderness series of six historical novels is some of the most gorgeous fiction you’ll ever read. A former linguistics professor, Rosina has been writing for decades and built quite a following, even as the publishing industry has changed. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Rosina Lippi about how to make fiction your career, frustrations with book marketing, and how to create believable characters in authentic landscapes. In the episode, Rosina quotes George Orwell on wr...2022-11-0447 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 128 – Becky Robinson – Building Reach for BooksImagine starting a company to give yourself an income source that is compatible with your role as a mom of small children. And then, as that company grows, realizing your role is really about creating opportunities for others – providing meaningful, flexible work, access to great content and guidance to reach goals and grow influence. And then, 10 years in, you write a book about everything you learned and have an early reader community of more than 400 people who are chomping at the bit to read your book. That’s Becky Robinson’s story. In the latest episode...2022-06-3035 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 127 – Ly Tran – Writing UnapologeticallySo many writers say they write to figure out what they believe or make sense of a situation. Ly Tran says she writes to overcome self-doubt and to celebrate her voice. More than that, she says her words connect her to others, and the best part of putting a book in the world is the feedback she gets from readers who say that her story touched them in a deep and meaningful way. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Ly Tran about her memoir, House of Sticks, which took six...2022-06-1729 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 126 – Indigo Willing – Skateboarding, Community & ConsentDo you do fun things often? Do you take risks? Are you connected to a community that makes you feel good about who you are? These are essential elements of a healthy life, according to Dr. Indigo Willing, who started skateboarding in her 40s, after finishing her PhD and becoming a “mum.” It was something she always wanted to do but never thought it was open to her – and now she’s not only great on the board, she’s a global role model for creating access for all who want to hop on. In the latest...2022-06-0328 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 125 - Gramps Jeffrey - Leaving a LegacySometimes inspiration comes from sources very close to home. While spending more time with his family during the Covid-19 pandemic, Jeffrey was inspired to pass on his experience and values to younger generations by writing a children’s book starring his own grandchildren, I Don’t Want to Turn 3. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, host Lynne Golodner interviews Gramps Jeffrey about his business background, his transition from entrepreneur to author of children’s books, and why he believes influencing younger generations is our true purpose. In this episode, Lynne and Jeffrey discuss: ...2022-05-2716 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 124 - Dorit Sasson - On the Many Meanings of HomeAs a young woman, Dorit Sasson moved to Israel and served in the Israel Defense Forces as a lone soldier. After 18 years, Dorit returned to the United States, and those decisions, along with the details of her life in both places, inspired two memoirs about straddling cultures, languages, and definitions of home. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Dorit speaks with host Lynne Golodner about her books, Accidental Solider and Sand and Steel, which were driven by her determination for self-exploration, observation and a desire to connect. As someone who identifies as Israeli by...2022-05-1324 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 123 - Karen Baum Gordon - On Surviving the SurvivingIt took 10 years for Karen Baum Gordon to write and publish her memoir, The Last Letter: A father’s struggle, a daughter’s quest, and the long shadow of the Holocaust, under the guidance of a friend who was an editor at McGraw-Hill. The book explores generations of her family through letters, while grappling with the ancestral trauma and psychological legacy of terror, genocide and persecution. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Karen speaks with host Lynne Golodner about the complexities of identity, what inspired her to write a memoir even though she never cons...2022-04-2925 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 122 - Valoree Gagnon and Karena Schmidt - On the Food & Culture of Indigenous GardensThe colonizing of America separated Indigenous people from their nourishing “first foods,” plant and animal species that native communities relied upon for subsistence, ceremony and medicine. More than a decade ago, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (KBIC), Michigan Technological University (MTU), and the Western UP Planning and Development Region came together to create a space that celebrated and preserved the knowledge and cultural identity of tribal people living in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. From this collaboration came the Debweyendan Indigenous Garden (DIGs), a place to grow foods and medicines and drive the community toward food sovereignty. In the la...2022-04-1525 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 121 – Stephanie Steinberg - On Personal Passions & Creating CommunitiesStephanie Steinberg always knew she wanted to be a writer. From a young age, she chased her creative nature, which led her to become a published author, a successful journalist, and an inspiring entrepreneur. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Stephanie speaks with host Lynne Golodner about their passion for their alma mater (University of Michigan), Stephanie’s two books, her experience as editor-in-chief of the Michigan Daily at the University of Michigan (where Lynne was a staff writer, many years before Stephanie!), the founding of the Detroit Writing Room and why she believes you...2022-03-1524 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode #120 - Jacqueline Suskin - A Poem Every DayJacqueline Suskin has been a poet all her life. It’s something she was born with, she says, and this passion for poetry has led her to build a career where people pay her to write poems about their experiences, their longings, their celebrations, and their desires. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Jacqueline speaks with host Lynne Golodner about Poem Store, the entrepreneurial venture she created in 2009 by taking a typewriter to public spaces and writing spontaneous poems for payment; her seven books (plus the new one she’s working on); why she beli...2022-02-1435 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode #119 - Roots - Israeli-Palestinian - Toward True Peace in the Middle EastNoor A’wad and Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger may have come to the question of how Palestinians and Israelis can co-exist on land that they both claim as sacred from different perspectives, but through their work with Roots, the Palestinian Israeli Grassroots Initiative for Understanding, Nonviolence and Transformation, they are figuring out a way to share the land while respecting both communities’ claims on it. In this first episode of 2022, the Make Meaning Podcast looks at one of the world’s greatest global concerns and begins to make sense of it by speaking to two inspiring leaders in the qu...2022-01-1538 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode #118 - Elizabeth Gowing - How to know a place by living its stories Elizabeth Gowing’s life changed when she moved from London to Kosovo in 2006 for her partner's job on what was supposed to be a six-month contract. Fifteen years later, Elizabeth speaks Albanian, teaches English and leads The Ideas Partnership, an NGO that offers support to people through education, health and social welfare as well as offering literacy classes, and arts and dance sessions. Driven by a background in primary education and education policy, Elizabeth launched the nonprofit organization in 2009 to help children and families in the region. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Elizabeth sp...2021-12-1531 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 116 - Jake Neher - Telling Stories & Planting SeedsIn a way, every person is a storyteller, according to Jake Neher, senior producer for Detroit Today on 101.9 FM WDET in Detroit. As co-host of the weekly series and podcast MichMash, not only does Jake have storytelling gifts, but he brings a huge passion for gardening to guide his curiosity when choosing guests and asking questions. As his radio career took him to Barrow, Alaska, New York City and finally Detroit, Jake nurtured this interest in growing things, via a little hydroponic garden in the dark and cold of America’s northernmost reaches to a lone tomato plant on a f...2021-10-1536 min
The Make Meaning PodcastLynne & Dan Golodner and Alisa Peskin-Shepherd - The pandemic's impact on relationshipsThe past year was a challenge in so many ways, and relationships were impacted in many ways by long lockdowns, economic turbulence, and the need to work at home while guiding children in doing school remotely. But there was a sunny side for some relationships as couples settled in to more time together without the distractions of “normal” life. While some relationships reached a breaking point during the coronavirus pandemic, many grew stronger. Research shows trends in both directions, with a flurry of quarantine babies and a backlog of divorce cases facing the courts. In the late...2021-04-1945 min
The Make Meaning PodcastNancy Marshall - How to love PRWhen Lynne Golodner pivoted from journalism to public relations and marketing, she had a love-hate relationship with the PR field; it felt like crossing over to the dark side, she recalls. But Nancy Marshall, founder and CEO of Marshall Communications in Maine, never had such misgivings about the field of public relations. She loved it from a young age and has been thrilled with her decades-rich career in the industry. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Nancy speaks with host Lynne Golodner about understanding yourself and your passions enough to find meaningful work...2021-03-2223 min
The Mindful Marketing Podcast (Formerly Known As The Savvy Social Podcast)Storytelling Marketing with Lynne GolodnerWhat’s the why behind your business? More than likely, you can tell the story of your why to anyone who asks, but we often forget to use that story as inspiration in our daily grind. Lynne Golodner built her business around her why and storytelling, and is here to discuss her incredible journey, how you can build a foundation for your storytelling marketing, and some simple steps you can take today to start using storytelling marketing in your business to let your clients know you’re human just like them! In this p...2020-11-1024 min
The Make Meaning PodcastJoshua Smith - How to protect your mental health during really tough timesJoshua J. Smith was humbled and honored to be selected to serve on Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s COVID-19 Task Force on Education. As a high school counselor in Spring Arbor, Michigan, and a three-time cancer survivor, Josh knows how precarious health and wellness can be while also realizing the very real pressures of children not being able to go to school. In the latest episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Josh talks with host Lynne Golodner about how the state of Michigan is making decisions regarding return to learn, how to support families and youth maintain so...2020-09-2123 min
The Make Meaning PodcastMichele Cuomo - Recognizing the value in state and community collegesIn this episode of the Make Meaning Podcast, Michele talks with Lynne Golodner about how “the arts teach us we are all in this together” and hold up a mirror to our societies and ourselves. They touch on the struggle to achieve universal access and equity in Higher Ed, democratizing the classroom, and the challenge to help people understand the value of Higher Ed in a changing world.2020-09-1434 min
The Book Marketing Action PodcastSetting goals and measuring success with Lynne GolodnerIn this episode, we are joined with special guest Lynne Golodner, author and owner of Your People LLC, award-winning marketing, PR, & business development company. During the episode, Lynne shares what has worked well for her with marketing her book, how to be strategic, and the importance of knowing your audience. Click here for our show notes.Please feel free to send a message to Becky and Christy to share your thoughts!2020-08-1110 min
The Make Meaning PodcastLaura Munson - How to find refuge in writingIn this episode, Laura and Lynne Golodner talk about writing past the fear of exposure, writing as practice, prayer, meditation, a way of life and a way TO life, and so now what?, the next logical step from pandemic or other life-changing events. They also discuss the courage to face the empty nest, and how cultivating a self-definition that is productive and creative during motherhood can help women transition through the time that their children leave the nest.2020-07-1326 min
The Make Meaning PodcastDr. Sibrina Collins - How to build interest in STEM subjects among girls, women, and BIPOC communitiesWhat do you do when you’ve worked hard to ascend the academic ladder, put in the time, sparked great research and debate, and you’re denied tenure? You ask yourself some hard questions, turn to your personal board of directors for guidance, and redirect your career into the direction it was really meant to go. That pivotal pause was groundbreaking for Dr. Sibrina Collins, this week’s guest on the Make Meaning Podcast, a story she humbly shares in this interview. As Executive Director of the Marburger STEM Center at Lawrence Tech University, renowned in her...2020-06-2926 min
Business Growth TalksInterview with Lynne Golodner - Writer, entrepreneur and mother of 4Send us a textMy guest:This podcast is an interview with Lynne Golodner, we talk through her career as a freelance writer, and her role as owner of the Your People. We go into detail about the difference and similarities between PR and marketing. We discuss her podcast and her inspiration to do a podcast. Then we talk about her new movement, 'make meaning'About Host:I am a corporate employee with an entrepreneurial mindset. Websitewww.absolutebusinessmindset.comPodcast c...2020-06-2154 min
The Make Meaning PodcastJason Kadlitz - Building community in a barber shop Jason Kadlitz dropped an engineering career to become a barber, morphing his engineering skills and creative passion into vintage precision haircutting. As he built a one-of-a-kind business, he drew upon personal values to create a culture of kindness. Jason has created in the Berkley Chop Shop a retro-style clubhouse of community and fellowship where everyone matters. Jason joins Lynne Golodner on this episode of the Make Meaning podcast to share what inspired him to find a new path, create a welcoming space, and encourage his children to be who they’re meant to be, the way his own...2020-06-1524 min
Get Published PodcastLynne Golodner - Working with Faith Based CommunitiesIn episode 569 of the Get Published Podcast, Host and 15-Time Bestselling Author Paul G. Brodie talks with Lynne Golodner about working with faith based communities with launching your book. Find out more about how we can help you Share Your Story at www.GetPublishedPodcast.com2020-06-0500 min
The Make Meaning PodcastLynne Golodner and Kirstin Karoub - How to find purpose through volunteeringIn this episode of the Make Meaning podcast, Lynne Golodner speaks with former Your People team member Kirstin Karoub explore the power of volunteering to instill meaning, reveal purpose, create connections and build mutually beneficial relationships, all while making a difference.2020-06-0138 min
The Make Meaning PodcastAdri Smith - How to create floral arrangements for the perfect weddingWhen Adri Smith, founder of Moss Floral Design in Fort Worth, Texas, was a child, she loved sitting in her mother’s garden, smelling the hyacinths and admiring the irises. She began her career as a teacher but knew it wasn’t her calling and it wasn’t until her own wedding that she reconnected with her early love of florals and realized she wanted to bring that beauty and delight to others. In this episode, Adri shares her experiences innovating when times suddenly change and weddings are put on hold; doing right and taking action to make l...2020-04-2017 min
The Make Meaning PodcastElena Reads - How to stoke a love of reading in kidsWhat did your younger self want to be when you grew up? Elena, 6th-grade book blogger of ElenaReads.com, wants to be a writer and is well on her way to realizing that dream. Celebrating her 2-year anniversary as a youth-book-blogger this week, Elena combines her passion for reading and writing on her avidly-read blog, where she reviews and recommends kid books, with a particular focus on diversity of race, religion, gender and abilities. She interviews authors, as well. Elena is bummed that the libraries are closed due to the pandemic stay-at-home mandate, but she sees this as an...2020-04-1315 min
The Make Meaning PodcastPhilomena Mantella - How to be the first woman president of a Midwestern universityFor high school graduates, the expectation to obtain a college degree seems higher than ever, but greater still is the pressure to pursue a marketable course of study to offset the heavy price tag. The student loan crisis signifies that it’s time for a change in how we view higher education, and Philomena Mantella, a leader in higher-ed innovation and the new president of Grand Valley State University, has a plan to redefine higher education. The first female president of GVSU, Philomena joins Lynne Golodner on this episode of the Make Meaning podcast to share her vision for fu...2020-04-0624 min
The Make Meaning PodcastM. L. Liebler - How to use writing & performance to be an activist“It’s not like I set out to be a poet,” explains M.L. Liebler, Fulbright Specialist, Wayne State University professor and Poet Laureate of St. Clair Shores. And yet, this self-described product of working-class upbringing did what came naturally, cultivating a life of writing, teaching, and performing, making poetry accessible to the average person. He speaks with Lynne Golodner on this episode of the Make Meaning podcast about how his passion for writing and teaching, his world travels as a Fulbright Specialist, even to war zones, and his passion for the Beatles have impacted and informed his path as a l...2020-03-2332 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 63 - Purpose at the Core with Nikki LittleWe talk often about core values in a corporate context, but what about personal core values? For Nikki Little, today’s Make Meaning podcast guest, core values – both for herself and her team – are at the heart of identifying pursuits filled with purpose and meaning. Nikki is Director of Strategy at Franco and in her own time, publishes the bi-weekly e-newsletter, The MichComms Report. Nikki’s expertise is integrated communications, but she applies it to more than just her work. She talks with Lynne Golodner 2020-01-1321 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEPISODE 53 – RERUN: Just Be Nice with Paul SaginawToday is International Podcast Day (IPD), the day to celebrate the power of podcasting! On July 9, 2018, Lynne Golodner launched the Make Meaning podcast, jumping onto a growing platform as a way to share stories of inspiring people finding meaning and purpose, and making a difference in the world. In honor of International Podcast Day, we are highlighting one of our first episodes of the Make Meaning podcast, featuring Zingerman’s co-founder, Paul Saginaw. In this conversation, Lynne and Paul talk about his journey of building and running a successful business, from a just-hatched idea to a world-renowned phenomenon and trendsetter in...2019-09-3025 min
The Make Meaning PodcastEpisode 51 – Storytelling Marketing & Strategic Messaging with Lynne Golodner and Christina WeaverNike. Gillette. Proctor and Gamble. Airbnb. What do they all have in common? Effective, compelling stories that inspire people to connect, commit, and forge deeper, longer-lasting relationships with the brand. What is the basis of these stories? Strong, foundational messaging that conveys meaning and purpose behind brand identity. On this episode of the Make Meaning podcast, marketing entrepreneur and host Lynne Golodner, and fellow team member and content specialist, Christina Weaver, explore the role of storytelling in business and how important messaging can be. Learn how big brands are telling great stories, how you can, too, and why it is...2019-09-0922 min