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Taste0ftruth TuesdaysChristianity and the Myth of Saving the WestWelcome back! In this episode of Taste of Truth Tuesdays, I examine one of the most common claims in modern political and religious rhetoric: that Christianity saved Western civilization.Did Christianity create human rights, pluralism, and rational inquiry? Or did the rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire contribute to religious enforcement, temple destruction, and the narrowing of intellectual life in late antiquity?Drawing from historians like Catherine Nixey, Charles Freeman, Ramsay MacMullen, and primary sources from the fourth and fifth centuries, we explore what actually happened when Christianity moved from persecuted minority...
2026-02-1740 min
The Well-Read PodcastSeason 3, Episode 27-Alexandria BellefleurJoin me as I welcome bestselling author Alexandria Bellefleur to talk about her newest romance 'The Devil She Knows.' Tune in to hear Alexandria and I chat about how actions have consequences, becoming confident in yourself and what (and who) you want, and exploring the journey of finding a love that makes all the pain you've been through worth it.
2025-11-0320 minThe Well-Read PodcastSeason 3, Episode 27-Alexandria BellefleurJoin me as I welcome bestselling author Alexandria Bellefleur to talk about her newest romance 'The Devil She Knows.' Tune in to hear Alexandria and I chat about how actions have consequences, becoming confident in yourself and what (and who) you want, and exploring the journey of finding a love that makes all the pain you've been through worth it.
2025-11-0320 min
Lonely at the TopLeading When All the Lights Go Out with Megan GluthIn this episode, Megan Gluth, owner and CEO of Catalynt Solutions, shares her remarkable journey from attorney to industry leader in chemical distribution — and how she doubled the size of her company in just a few years while navigating the chaos of a global pandemic. Raised on food stamps in rural Iowa, Meg brings both grit and vision to her role, blending sharp business acumen with a deep commitment to what she calls human-centered capitalism. She opens up about the weight of carrying responsibility for employees, the anxiety of leading in times of uncertainty, and how sobriety, intuition, and di...
2025-10-0254 min
Force De FemmeS2 Ep30: "Cosmic Chronicles: Astro Updates and Life's Little Moments"Astro Breakdown & Concert TalesIn this episode, Dee, Milena, and Meg discuss the latest astrological events and their potential impacts. They provide insights on upcoming changes, such as Pluto, Neptune, Chiron, and Saturn in retrograde, and the transition to Virgo season. They also talk about the new Moon in Virgo and its significance. The hosts delve into personal experiences, including Dee's attendance at a Chris Brown concert and their thoughts on various ice cream brands. The episode wraps up with musings on other personal anecdotes and future concert plans.00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:34 Astro...
2025-08-1826 min
Reckless OptimistAlexandria's Story: Model, Eating Disorder/Alcohol Recovery, & Soft Spot For ChaosIn this conversation, Megan and Alexandra discuss the journey of recovery from addiction, the importance of honesty, and the role of spirituality in healing. They explore the challenges faced during sobriety, including the impact of eating disorders and the significance of community support. Alexandra shares her personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of connection and the ongoing journey of self-discovery and growth.
2025-07-1739 min
BeheadedThe Catherine Wheel | Catherine of AlexandriaMeet Catherine of Alexandria — the brilliant, fearless, and slightly rebellious saint who gave 4th-century philosophers a run for their money. From outwitting emperors to holding her own in a debate with the greatest minds of her time, Catherine wasn’t just a pretty face (though, she probably had one of those too). One of her biggest legacies was actually having a torture device named after her. Tune in to find out why! Support the show
2025-03-0647 min
Once Upon a WriteChapter Four: Liberty LaneChapter Four, Once Upon an Author: Liberty Lane
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Liberty Lane, a Literary Fiction author who available at Barnes and Noble and Amazon. If she sounds sound right for you, connect with her work on social media under @libertylanecreative.
Whether you're a fan of Literary Fiction or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world Liberty has created for us and explore its magic together.
Welcome to 'Once Upon a Write. Your s...
2024-11-1036 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Five: A. L. DavidsonChapter Five, Once Upon an Author: A.L. Davidson
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to A.L. Davidson, a Horror Romance and Cozy Sci-Fi writer who brings their stories to life on their site, https://disturbancesbyalycia.weebly.com/ and Amazon. If they sound sound right for you, connect with their work on social media under @MaybeMockingbird.
Whether you're a fan of Horror Romance and Cozy SciFi or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world A.L. has created...
2024-11-081h 13Once Upon a WriteChapter Three: Elicia RoperChapter Three, Once Upon an Author: Elicia Roper
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Elicia Rope, a talented Heart-Warming & Found Family writer who brings their stories to life on Amazon. If she sounds right for you, connect with her work on social media under @eliciaroper.
Whether you're a fan of heart-warming books or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world Elicia has created for us and explore her magic together.
Welcome to 'Once Upon a Write. Y...
2024-10-0945 min
Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real TimeChapter 9Welcome to Page by Page: Writing the Book in Real Time. Readers and writers alike are invited to take a look behind the veil as YA author Megan O’Russell creates her newest novel, Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer, one episode at a time.
In this week’s episode, we read chapter nine! Join us as we discuss reapers and their place within the aitherion community, resetting broken bones, and the blazing blue eyes of a werewolf…and learn more about Ella’s werewolf pack.
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2024-10-011h 00Once Upon a WriteChapter Two: Tom FowlerChapter Two, Once Upon an Author: Tom Fowler
In this chapter of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Thriller writer Tom Fowler, the creative mind responsible for the John Tyler Action Thrillers and C.T. Ferguson Mystery Novels. If he sounds right for you, connect with his work on social media under @tomfowlerwrites and tomfowlerbooks.com.
Whether you're a fan of Thriller and Mystery or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world Tom has created for us and explore its magic together.
2024-09-2245 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter One: Michael Jean TaylorChapter One, Once Upon an Author: Michaela Jean Taylor
Welcome to Book Two of Once Upon a Write. In this chapter of my literary podcast, I introduce you to Michaela Jean Taylor, a talented Romance writer who brings their stories to life on Amazon. If she sounds right for you, connect with Michaela on social media at MichaelaJeanBooks or her website, www.michaelajeantaylor.com.
Whether you're a fan of Romance, bookish podcasts, or you’re just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world of Michael Jean Tay...
2024-09-041h 01Once Upon a WriteSeason Two PromoA new book is coming! Join me for Season Two, Chapter One, on September 4, 2024.
Don't forget to subscribe and share the magic of Once Upon a Write. Your story begins with a pen; it begins with Once Upon a Write.
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2024-08-2800 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Twelve: Liz ShiptonChapter One, Once Upon an Author: Liz Shipton
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Liz Shipton, a talented genre-crossing writer who brings her stories to life in unexpected ways (Dystopian Romance, anyone?). If she sounds sound right for you, connect with her work on social media under @lizshipton and lizshipton.com.
Whether you're a fan of Romantic Distopian, short stories, or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world Liz has created for us and explore her magic together.
2024-07-1745 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Eleven: Anna P.Chapter Eleven, Once Upon an Author: Anna P.
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to indie author Anna P. She breathes life into characters everywhere they go. If her work sounds right for you, connect with Anna on Instagram @annapwriteshere.
Whether you're a fan of Romance or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Anna P. and explore its magic together.
Once Upon a Write. Your story begins with a pen.
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2024-07-0358 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Ten: Laura GrahamChapter Ten, Once Upon an Author: Laura Graham
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to indie author Laura Graham. She brings light to characters with disabilities everywhere she goes. If her work sounds right for you, connect with Laura on Instagram @fainting_into_books.
Whether you're a fan of Fantasy or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Laura Graham and explore its magic together.
Once Upon a Write. Your story begins with a pen...
2024-06-2146 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Nine: Cee YangChapter Nine, Once Upon an Author: Cee Yang
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Slice of Life Romance author Cee Yang. She writes life into characters that are relatable and sweet. If her work sounds right for you, connect with Cee on Instagram @theceeyang or check out her site, www.theceeyang.com
Whether you're a fan of Romance or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Cee Yang and explore its magic together.
Onc...
2024-06-161h 29Once Upon a WriteChapter Eight: Sean DonovanChapter Eight, Once Upon an Author: Sean Donovan
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Fantasy author Sean Donovan. He breathes life into characters everywhere they go. If his work sounds right for you, connect with Sean on Instagram @seanscribes or check out his site, www.sdonovan.substack.com
Whether you're a fan of Fantasy or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Sean Donovan and explore its magic together.
Once Upon a Write...
2024-05-271h 08Once Upon a WriteChapter Seven: C.L. BrierleyChapter Seven, Once Upon an Author: C.L. Brierley
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Horror and Fantasy author, C.L. Brierly. She breathes life into everything scary on Amazon, Inkitt, and Apple. If her work sounds right for you, connect with her on Instagram @clbrierley or check out her free community promo page @thewriterscommunitypromopage on IG.
Whether you're a fan of Horror and Fantasy or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of C.L. B...
2024-05-2251 min
The Fairly Odd AsiansEp. 229 | Aaron's Big Commitment 🏃🏻♂️On this week's episode, we get into our weekend up in Alexandria. Megan and Aaron contemplate what would be the worst outcome when you die. Also, Aaron makes a commitment (sort of) to run a half marathon. And lastly, we have new segment called, Wife of the Week! That and much, much more on today's podcast!
2024-05-1343 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Six: Tyler EdwardsChapter Five, Once Upon an Author: Tyler Edwards
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to SciFi author Tyler Edwards. He breathes life into the future with every page. If his work sounds right for you, connect with Tyler on Instagram @authortyleredwards or check out his site, www.authortyleredwards.wordpress.com
Whether you're a fan of SciFi or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Tyler Edwards and explore its magic together.
Once Upon a Wri...
2024-04-241h 11
The SLP Next Door PodcastGestalt Language Processing and Play in Autism with Autism Little Leaners Part 3In this episode, Tara talks about gestalt language processing in early childhood. Gestalt language processing in Autism is often seen in early childhood and typically occurs with Echolalia. This is part 3 of a 4 part conversation between Megan and Tara from Autism Little Learners. Be sure to go back and listen to the first 2 episodes! Ep 1. Early Signs of Autism in Toddlers Ep 2. Parents Autism & Neurodiversity Affirming Speech Therapy Tara talks about the importance of educating ourselves as professionals working with gestalt language processing and shares several resources for...
2024-04-2414 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Five: Dre HillChapter Five, Once Upon a Poet: Dre Hill
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to my first poet guest of the series, Dre Hill. He breathes a voice into love everywhere he goes. If his work sounds right for you, connect with Dre on Instagram @drehillart or check out his site, www.drehillart.com
Whether you're a fan of Poetry or you’re just hoping to connect with more indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of Dre Hill and explore its magic together.
2024-04-191h 05Once Upon a WriteChapter Four: Joey PowellChapter Four, Once Upon an Author: Joey Powell
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Joey Powell, a Horror writer and fellow podcaster who puts the weird into scary with his work. If his vibe sounds right for you, connect with Joey on Instagram @wowcooljoeywrites or check out his publishing house, Mad Axe Media @madaxemedia, and www.madaxemedia.com
Whether you're a fan of Horror or you’re just hoping to expand your collection of indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's get spooky with the world of Joey...
2024-03-2758 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Three: Gigi MeierOnce Upon an Author: Gigi Meier
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Gigi Meier, a Dark and Contemporary Romance writer who breathes life into stories on Amazon. If her work sounds right for you, connect with Gigi on Instagram @gigimeiermedia or check out her site, www.gigimeier.com
Whether you're a fan of Romance or you’re just hoping to connect with indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of The Cañon and Cougar & Cubs Series and explore its love together.
Once...
2024-03-1451 minOnce Upon a WriteChapter Two: D.M. SonntagChapter Two, Once Upon an Author: D.M. Sonntag
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to D.M. Sonntag, a Nautical Fantasy writer who breathes life into stories on Amazon. If her work sounds right for you, connect with D on Instagram @dm_sonntag or check out her site, www.dmsonntag.com.
Whether you're a fan of Fantasy or you’re just hoping to connect with indie authors, you’ll love this episode. So, let's dive into the world of D.M. Sonntag and the Kingdom Isles and explore its magic...
2024-02-281h 05Once Upon a WriteChapter One: Pat EwickChapter One, Once Upon an Author: Pat Ewick
In this episode of Once Upon a Write, I introduce you to Pat Ewick, a talented Dark Fantasy and SciFi writer who brings their stories to life on both Wattpad and Amazon. If she sounds right for you, connect with her work on social media under @authorpatewick and Wattpad @patewick.
Whether you're a fan of Dark Fantasy and SciFi or you're just curious about the writing journey, you're in for a treat. So, let's dive into the world Pat has created for us and explore her magic t...
2024-02-141h 25
Once Upon a WriteOnce Upon a Write PresentsHey there, romance and fantasy enthusiasts; I'm Meg, your host for Once Upon a Write, the podcast that dives deep into the world of Indie and Wattpad authors.
Join me every other week, starting February 14, 2024, as we unravel captivating stories, discuss genre mechanics, and connect writers with their ideal readers. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform and embark on this journey, where every episode feels like a happily ever after.
Once Upon a Write, every story begins with a pen.
Follow the show at @onceupona_write
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2024-02-0100 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna's Final ChapterIt's been a wonderful three seasons getting to know all of you amazing authors and showcasing your work, but sometimes good things come to an end.
Fear not! Your chance to be interviewed is still around! Tune in to Once Upon a Write, a podcast for writers, and follow Meg on social media at
@authormeganalexandria
@onceupona_write
www.onceuponawrite.com
2024-02-0100 min
preservation of 1 with Alexandria AugustMegan thee stallion Hiss, Nikki Minaj, Nikki Hailey , Donald Trump Gandhi I know y’all like Huh? Wanna more listen in to today’s episodeCatch phrase of the day can’t we all just get alongGrab a copy of my book a conversation with Alexandria August
2024-01-3015 min
preservation of 1 with Alexandria AugustI went in on this one Katt Williams Taraji P Henson Jonathan Major Melba Moore & MoreIn this episode First go get a copy of my book A conversation with Alexandria AugustThe Great & Wonderful Katt Williams also Taraji P Henson, Cedric The Entertainer, Mark Curry,Jamie Foxx, Jonathan major, Megan Good, melba Moore, & More
2024-01-0525 minThe Fairly Odd AsiansEp. 201 | Husband of the WeekOn this week's episode, we discuss our trip to Alexandria to meet our new nephew. We also get into learning about the website Findagrave.com. We crown the Dad of the Week AND Husband of The Week. And we wrap up with highs and lows. That and much, much more on today's podcast!
Follow us on all of our social medias to keep up to date!
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Email us: fairlyoddasians@gmail.com
2023-10-2357 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Brianna WilsonSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Brianna Wilson
Tune in to our interview with Indie Author Brianna Wilson, the writer behind Throne of Betrayal, out
September 17, 2023.
Find her: @authornbriannae.wilson
Follow your hosts, Elle & Meg, on social media at
@soyouwanna.write
@authormeganalexandria
@lmeredith.writes
2023-09-0844 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Sarah HicknerTune in to our interview with Indie Author Sarah Hickner, the writer behind Finding Gideon.
Find her: @author_sarah_hickner
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2023-09-0153 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Wesley ParkerSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Wesley Parker
Tune in to our interview with Indie Author Wesley Parker, the writer behind Coffee & Condolences and
Headphones & Heartaches.
Find him: @weswritesforfun
Follow your hosts, Elle & Meg, on social media at
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@lmeredith.writes
2023-08-3158 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Nikki LamersSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Nikki Lamers
Tune in to our interview with Indie Author Nikki Lamers, the writer behind The Unforgettable Series.
Find her: @nikkialamersauthor
Follow your hosts, Elle & Meg, on social media at
@soyouwanna.write
@authormeganalexandria
@lmeredith.writes
2023-08-3146 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Jennifer JensenSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Jennifer Jensen, contemporary fiction author.
Find her on Instagram @jjensenbooks
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2023-08-2453 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Bridget Van Der EykSo You Wanna: Being Indie with Bridget Van Der Eyk
Author of the 10 Dates Novel.
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2023-08-1257 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Collaboration EtiquetteSo You Wanna: Collaboration Etiquette
Find out how to work well with others and bring your book to life in this week's episode of So You Wanna Write. A show for writers, by writers.
Follow us on social media for sneak peeks, writing sprints, and more!
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@authormeganlexandria
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2023-07-3026 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Erotica vs. RomanceSo You Wanna: Erotica vs. Romance
Tune in to this episode to learn the difference between the genres and how to categorize your romantic book!
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2023-07-2119 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Write Memoirs with Kelly MauricaLearn to write Memoirs with this great indie author, Kelly Maurica, the creative mind behind Stories with Sole!
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2023-07-141h 14
Eat Blog TalkWhy You Should Repurpose Content and Why AirTable Makes It Easy with Alexandria DrzazgowskiIn episode 426, Alexandria Drzazgowski teaches us how to keep track of our blog content and it repurpose easily using AirTable. Alexandria Drzazgowski is the food blogger behind The Foreign Fork, a project where she is cooking a meal from every country in the world. After backpacking to 15 countries in Europe and taking cooking classes in each one, Alexandria decided to take her project of cooking-around-the-world home with her. She started her blog in 2018, and to date has cooked over 400 recipes from over 85 countries. The Foreign Fork has been featured in Buzzfeed, The Detroit News, and Elite Daily...
2023-07-1048 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Publish IndieSo You Wanna publish indie? Let us help you. Elle and Meg talk about their journeys in getting their books out there and share work-arounds for things they've encountered.
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2023-07-071h 01
So You WannaSo You Wanna: RomComsSo You Wanna: RomComs
Learn the ins and outs of writing humor within a romantic book.
Follow us on social media at @soyouwanna.write, @authormeganalexandria, and @lmeredith.writes.
2023-06-3030 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Dealing with Your Inner CriticSo You Wanna: Dealing with Your Inner Critic
Elle and Meg discuss techniques for staying positive in the face of your biggest critic: you.
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for tips, comedy and inspiration for writers in all walks of life.
2023-06-2323 min
Literary Lines: Interviews with Indie AuthorsFrom Screenwriting to Wattpad Stardom: A Conversation with Indie Author Megan AlexandriaPrepare for a deep dive into the world of indie publishing and Wattpad as GiGi Meier welcomes the incredibly knowledgeable author, Megan Alexandria, on another exciting episode of "Let's Go Live." Megan is the creative genius behind seven romance novels, with five of them finding a home on Wattpad, where she's established herself as a prolific storyteller.
Connect with Megan Alexandria and explore her literary journey on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/authormeganalexandria/
In this episode, we uncover the remarkable journey of a screenwriter's transition into the world of...
2023-06-221h 30
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Writing RoutinesSo You Wanna: Writing Routines
Establish a routine to smash your writing goals this season.
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And check out SYWWrite.com for merch.
2023-06-1649 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Keeping on TrackSo You Wanna: Keeping on Track
Let's talk about keeping your focus, goals, and making your writing dreams a reality.
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for more tips, tricks, and writer content.
2023-06-1523 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Romantic ArcsSo You Wanna: Romantic Arcs
Adding love to your book, even when it's not a romance.
Follow us on social media for more tips, inspiration, and reels about being a writer.
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2023-06-1331 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: FolkloreSo You Wanna: Folklore
Writing folklore, creating lore, and how to shape a retelling into your own.
Follow us on social media for more tips, inspiration, and reels on what it's like being a writer.
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2023-06-1320 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Write DialogueSo You Wanna: Write Dialogue
Let's talk about talking... but really. Elle and Meg break down the dos and don'ts of writing dialogue in your next best seller.
Follow us on social media for more tips, inspiration, and reels on what it's like to be a writer.
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2023-06-0423 min
Sincerely, JadaEp 13. Embracing Singleness, Setting Standards and Intentional Dating ft Megan MolixPodcast host and CEO, Megan Alexandria Molix, joins Jada for a candid conversation on how the dating world changes after your 20s. Finally, we discuss the drop in marriage rates and what this means for us as black women. Keep up with Megan by visiting: https://bit.ly/m/MeganAlexandriaSocial Business Links: https://linktr.ee/themeganalexandria Link to Article Regarding Millennials and Marriage: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2020/05/27/as-millennials-near-40-theyre-approaching-family-life-differently-than-previous-generations/Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sincerelyjadapod/Main Themes: embracing singleness intentional dating advice
2023-04-0956 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Reels & TikToksSo You Wanna: Reels & TikToks
Let's talk social media for a sec. How do you expand your reach with Reels and TikToks? What keeps someone watching? Don't worry, we've got you covered with this week's episode of So You Wanna.
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2023-02-2350 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Write A SeriesSo You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers. Elle and Meg break down how to fall into stride writing a series and what to look out for when you're knee-deep in lore.
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2023-02-2338 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Side CharactersSo You Wanna: Side Characters
Arguably just as important as your main cast, Elle and I break down the purpose of side characters and how to make them matter to your book.
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2023-01-201h 04
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Fantastical CreaturesSo You Wanna: Fantastical Creatures
How, when and why to construct your friends and foes in your next fantasy novel.
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2023-01-1352 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Combat Imposter Syndrome, Writer's Block, and Creative BurnoutSo You Wanna: Combat Imposter Syndrome, Writer's Block, and Creative Burnout.
These things are real, we all go through them, but hang out with us for an hour to discuss how to cope when you run into these foes.
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2023-01-0955 min
preservation of 1 with Alexandria AugustI call bullshit on Tory LanezToday’s episode I’m speaking about Megan the stallion trial listen in I’m going in yall
2022-12-2420 minpreservation of 1 with Alexandria AugustMegan Thee Stallion trialAnd today’s episode I’m talking about Megan the Stallion trail my thoughts on it
2022-12-1913 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Villains & ConflictSo You Wanna: Villains & Conflict with Elle and Meg. Forty minutes of LOTR and nonsense. Kidding. We take on how to keep your villains dangerous and your conflict tense.
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2022-12-1643 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Main CharactersSo You Wanna: Main Characters
Elle broods about being an Aries and we discuss all the steps into making your Main Characters stand out.
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2022-12-1044 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Sci-Fi w/ Matthew S. RomeoSo You Wanna: Sci-Fi w/ Matthew S. Romeo, author of the Maven Knight Series and The Outrider Saga.
Elle, Meg and Matthew take on Sci-Fi genre mechanics, talk about Gandalf the Grey, managing a large cast, and race relations in this one hour episode of So You Wanna. A show for writers, by writers.
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2022-12-041h 12
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Women in FictionHappy Holidays from the SYW crew! Today's episode, we talk Women in Literature and the path they paved for modern-day authors. Joining us, DM Sonntag, writer of the Lightning Bride and the Golden Wolf.
Follow us for more content, behind-the-scenes, and announcements for the new year.
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2022-11-261h 05
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Contemporary FictionSo You Wanna is back with Contemporary Fiction!
We talk shop on how and why Cont. Fic. is bae and we give you our best tips to get it out there!
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2022-11-1837 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Covers & BlurbsToday's topic? Covers and Blurbs. Everyone's favorite pastime, right? Click for tips, stay for laughs. Follow us on social media for more content.
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2022-11-1135 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Write SexSo You Wanna: Write Sex - The episode some of you have been waiting for, writing steam, spice, and everything nice. We talk about the ins and outs, and eventually, Meg stops making puns.
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2022-11-0446 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: PlottingLet's talk about what plotting is, and how to do it. Are you a Panster? Plotter? Or the mythical Planster?
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2022-10-2848 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: MysterySo You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers. This episode talks about neurological responses to anxiety, plotting a mystery novel, and problem bears. Check us out on social media for more exclusive SYW content, reels on writers' life, and more!
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2022-10-2139 min
So You WannaSo You Wanna: Young Adult RomancesSo You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers, with Elle & Meg.
Today's topic? Young Adult Romance! Let's dive in with the how-to writes, the dos and don'ts, and just have a good time.
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2022-10-141h 02
So You WannaSo You Wanna: NaNoWriMoSo You Wanna: NaNoWriMo
Let's talk about the largest online writing challenge out there, NaNoWriMo, or, National Novel Writing Month. How do you write 50k in 30 days? Hang out with us for an hour, and we'll give you all the details we know.
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2022-09-2552 min
Apartment 29A71: The Salmon Are Running a Little LateTea: Passionfruit Mango Red Tea from The Republic of Tea
Books: Written in the Stars Trilogy by Alexandria Bellefleur
Things we can't stop thinking about: Alaska and The James Webb space telescope
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Tea: www.republicoftea.com/passionfruit-mango-red-tea/p/v00711/#:~:text=More%20flavorful%20than%20ever%2C%20Passionfruit,and%20full%20of%20fruity%20goodness.
Books:
Written in the Stars -- www.goodreads.com/book/show/51179990-written-in-the-stars
Hang the Moon -- www.goodreads.com/book/show/55004138-hang-the-moon
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2022-07-2138 min
Stories from the Ashes Podcast008 A Conversation with Charlesa and Val about Public LibrariesEpisode Content Consideration: Ambre uses the word “sex” in this sentence: “I don’t know of… any YA books that have kids that are 17 and up that don't have sex.” (29:30-30:10)Listen to the audio only here or on your favorite podcast player!In this episode Ambre had quickly relocated to the furthest corner of the house to be as far from the unexpected chainsawing outside her house as possible. Her mic didn’t handle the change, or the echochamber of the room, gracefully. Everyone else sounds great but she sounds like she’s in a tin can...
2022-07-041h 01
Stories from the Ashes Podcast006 Ambre reads aloud and Amanda recommends adult fiction and other books...Find a free literary database containing the books we’ve discussed here:Books reviewed in this episode:Links on the website are affiliate links- they don’t cost you any extra to use but they greatly help support the cost of running this site. Thank you! * Dear Genius: The Letters of Ursula Nordstrom by Ursula Nordstrom,Leonard S. Marcus (Editor), Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)* Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White illustrated by Garth Williams* Jo’s Boys by Louisa May Alcott* The Romance of the Forest b...
2022-06-201h 07So You WannaSo You Wanna: Contemporary DramaSo You Wanna: Contemporary Drama
Hang out for half an hour and talk basics of writing a contemporary drama.
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2022-06-0833 min
Stories from the Ashes Podcast004 Ambre goes on a rant... and booksGIVEAWAY DETAILS: For every 5 reviews (ending 07/01/2022) we will give away a book recommended on one of our podcasts. To enter, leave a review on your podcast player of choice or in the comments here and email StoriesFromTheAshesPodcast@gmail.com (please put GIVEAWAY in the subject line)!-Find a free literary database containing all the books we’ve discussed here:Books reviewed in this episode: Links are affiliate links they don’t cost you any extra to use but they help support the cost of running this site-thank you!* Swan: The Life and...
2022-06-0649 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: ScreenwritingThis episode is all about tackling the beast that is screenwriting. Follow us on social media for more tips and some pretty gnarly reels about the life of a writer.
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2022-06-0237 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: MarketingSo You Wanna: Marketing
Here's an hour of our take on marketing your brand and yourself.
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2022-05-2556 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: HorrorToday's show? All about writing Horror, and writing it well. Avoid these pitfalls, and hang out with us for around an hour.
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2022-05-1751 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: WattpadSo You Wanna write on Wattpad?
We break down the community, algorithm, contests and how tos of Wattpad in this show! Follow us on social media for more tips, or join our discord today!
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2022-05-1035 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Non-Romantic RelationshipsSo You Wanna write non-romantic relationships.
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2022-05-0338 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: PoetrySo You Wanna write poetry? Cool. Let's talk about the types, the meaning, and why you should go for it!
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2022-04-2625 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Tough StuffSo You Wanna write tough stuff? In this episode, Elle and Meg talk about addiction, grief, and mental illness. How to write it and how to write it with dignity and respect.
TRIGGER WARNING
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2022-04-1931 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Write People of ColorSo You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers.
In this episode, Katrina Lewis joins us for the dos and don'ts of writing people of color, specifically black people. Follow us on social media at
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2022-04-121h 01So You WannaSo You Wanna: EditingLook, writing is hard. You know what's harder? Editing.
Listen to forty minutes of us discussing the basics of the task, and maybe our banter will help you out?
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2022-04-0540 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Hang OutSo You Wanna: Hang Out
Get to know your hosts in this casual, half out show all about your hosts.
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2022-03-291h 21So You WannaSo You Wanna: Historical & Period DramasSo You Wanna: Historical & Period Dramas
Let's talk about the difference between Historical and Period pieces, and HOW to make them work in today's episode of So You Wanna.
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2022-03-2241 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: MoodSo You Wanna: Mood
Elle and Meg back again, this time, talking all things that set the mood!
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2022-03-1539 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: LanguageSo You Wanna: Language
We're back with another half hour of writing tips! Today we talk about language, associated words, AND... cursing! When to, how to, and why to! Follow us on instagram for more content at
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2022-03-0836 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: LGBTQA+ RepresentationSo You Wanna: LGBTQA+ Representation
On today's show, we talk about writing characters in the LGBTQA+ community, and writing them well. Listen for tips on handling stereotypes, avoiding queercoding, and making your characters matter.
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2022-03-0127 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: World BuildingWelcome back to So You Wanna, a show for writers by writers. Join Elle and Meg as they take on World Building for both contemporary and fantasy writing in this half hour long show about mechanics.
For more content, catch our live show on Instagram, every Sunday at 5 PM EST.
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2022-02-2239 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: Fantasy (With Matthew S. Romeo)So You Wanna Write a Fantasy? Awesome! Join Elle & Meg with special guest Matthew S. Romeo, author of the Maven Knight Trilogy, available on Barnes & Noble Press and Amazon today!
Today we talk about world building, characters, and how to draw in non-fantasy readers to your work.
2022-02-151h 10So You WannaSo You Wanna: Character BuildingWelcome to So You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers. Hang out for half an hour every week with Elle and Meg as we discuss all your writing woes. Today, it's how to build characters!
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2022-02-0824 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna: RomanceWelcome to So You Wanna, a show for writers, by writers. Hang out for half an hour every week with Elle and Meg as we discuss all your writing woes. Today, it's how to plot a romance!
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2022-02-0123 minSo You WannaSo You Wanna - Coming SoonIntroducing the podcast version of our So You Wanna Instagram show. This is a show for writers, by writers. Follow us for tips, tricks, mechanics and more!
2022-01-2200 min
How To Survive High-School8 - Oh How Times Have ChangedIn this episode, we go all the way back to the 1950s, bringing people on this episode who were teenagers at this time and comparing it to what life is like for teenagers in this day and age. But, theres a catch. The change in life for teenagers in the last 70 years is not the same for all parts of Canada, it’s pretty different wherever you are. As you listen, you can see how I’ve gotten to prove that statement.
This episodes interviewees are Melodie Castelein, Lysette St-Pierre and Megan Cloutier. Serge Côté was also featured at the be...
2021-06-0110 minHow To Survive High-School8- Oh How Times Have ChangedIn this episode, we go all the way back to the 1950s, bringing people on this episode who were teenagers at this time and comparing it to what life is like for teenagers in this day and age. But, theres a catch. The change in life for teenagers in the last 70 years is not the same for all parts of Canada, it’s pretty different wherever you are. As you listen, you can see how I’ve gotten to prove that statement.
This episodes interviewees are Melodie Castelein, Lysette St-Pierre and Megan Cloutier. Serge Côté was also featured at the be...
2021-05-2710 min
Eat Blog TalkExplore the Food of the World While Avoid Cultural Appropriation with Alexandria DrzazgowskiAlexandria is the content creator at ForeignFork.com and her journey is an adventurous one! She is cooking and eating her way through every country in the world, from A to Z. - Enjoy flavors from all over the world while avoiding cultural appropriation as a food blogger. - How to recreate recipes from other cultures as authentically as possible. - Other cultures honor their food differently than in America, so remember this as you reply to people. Alexandria's passion project will inspire you!
2020-08-3148 min
Work Like a Witch with Caitlin MatanleMegan Alexandria of Revolutionary Mystic: Decolonizing contemporary spiritualityIn this episode, I chat with Megan Alexandria of Revolutionary Mystic about the colonization and decolonization of contemporary spirituality. We dive deep into the nuances of cultural appropriation, personal responsibility in spiritual practice, performative vs. actual allyship and why truthfully, marginalized groups don’t need allies - they need accomplices.
Mentioned in this episode:
"10 Things Non-Native American folks need to hear" video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRu8UWr8KpI
Algorithms of Oppression book: https://nyupress.org/9781479837243/algorithms-of-oppression/
Visit and chat wi...
2019-09-131h 47
What’s Life? Podcast with Megan & AmberEpisode 8: Girls Night In ft. Alexandria NealTune into Episode 8 to listen to your host Megan & Amber discuss LIFE with special guest, personal trainer/wellness coach, Alexandria Neal! Explaining how your physical health is attached to your mental health & how important it is to surround yourself with supportive friendships!
Alexandria’s IG & FB: @alexandria.rachel & Alexandria Rachel
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2019-06-111h 01