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Date With A DebutSeries 3, Episode 5 - When The Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole by Geoff ParkesORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 22nd June 2025
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Geoff Parkes to discuss his debut novel, When the Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole.
WARNING: This book contains intense subject matter, including instances of abuse and violence. Reader discretion is advised.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon...2025-08-1159 min
Date With A DebutSeries 3, Episode 4 - The House of Rural Realness by Curtis CampbellORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 7th June 2025
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Curtis Campbell to discuss his debut novel, The House of Rural Realness.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
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Date With A DebutSeries 3, Episode 3 - Special Delivery by Leesa RonaldORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 30th May 2025
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Leesa Ronald to discuss her debut novel, Special Delivery.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
Subscribe on Podbean to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/3m...2025-07-2845 min
Date With A DebutSeries 3, Episode 2 - The Players by Deborah PikeORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 23rd May 2025
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Deborah Pike to discuss her debut novel, The Players.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
Subscribe on Podbean to never miss an episode: https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/3m...2025-07-2148 min
Date With A DebutSeries 3, Episode 1 - Live at the 2025 Newcastle Writers Festival with Natasha Rai, Zahid Gamieldien & Lisa KenwayORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 13th May 2025
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the first episode, we travel to the 2025 Newcastle Writers Festival for a live episode with Zahid Gamieldien, Lisa Kenway and Natasha Rai on their books All The Missing Children, All You Took From Me, and An Onslaught of Light.
WARNING: all three books contain intense subject matter, with An Onslaught of Light containing suicidal themes and scenes. Listener and reader...2025-07-141h 06
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E6 - Date With A Debut - Nick Wasiliev and Madeleine Cleary The Butterfly WomenDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Madeleine Cleary to discuss her debut novel, The Butterfly Women.
WARNING: This book contains intense subject matter. Reader discretion is advised.
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Date With A DebutAnnouncement - Welcome to Series 3 of Date with a Debut!We are back for our brand new series in 2025 - with new episodes every Tuesday, starting next week!
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
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Date Wit...2025-07-1002 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.740. TAKEOVER - Nick Wasiliev and Chrissie Bellbrae - The Florentine QuiltJoin us for a special Takeover as Date with a Debut host Nick Wasiliev chats with Chrissie Bellbrae about ‘The Florentine Quilt’, crafting story from history, and her generational love of textiles.
Buy The Florentine Quilt: https://bit.ly/43mrxBs2025-07-0338 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E5 -Date With A Debut - When The Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole by Geoff ParkesDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Geoff Parkes to discuss his debut novel, When the Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole.
WARNING: This book contains intense subject matter, including instances of abuse and violence. Reader discretion is advised.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
Subscribe on Podbean to never miss an episode...2025-06-2259 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 21 - How to Free a Jinn by Raidah Shah IdilORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 22 November 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the twenty-first - and final - episode of series two, Nick sits down with Raidah Shah Idil, author of How to Free a Jinn. They discuss the book, creating Mal...2025-06-0950 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E4 - Date With A Debut - The House of Rural Realness by Curtis CampbellDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Curtis Campbell to discuss his debut novel, The House of Rural Realness.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
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Date With a Debut is featured in the Australian literary...2025-06-0752 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 20 - The Best Witch in Paris by Lauren CrozierORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 12 November 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the twentieth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Lauren Crozier, author of The Best Witch in Paris. They discuss the book, winning the Text Prize, creating magical wo...2025-06-0234 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E3 - Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Leesa Ronald - Special DeliveryDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Leesa Ronald to discuss her debut novel, Special Delivery.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
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Date With a Debut is featured in the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds...2025-05-3045 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 19 - The Skin I’m In by Steph TisdellORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 25 October 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the nineteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Steph Tisdell, author of The Skin I’m in. They discuss the book, diversity within diversity, the many experiences First...2025-05-2638 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E2 - Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Deborah Pike - The PlayersDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
This week, I sit down with Deborah Pike to discuss her debut novel, The Players.
Enjoy the show? Drop us a review, it really helps out! You can also support Date with a Debut on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/nickwasiliev/membership
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Date With a Debut is featured in the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds...2025-05-2448 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 18 - Jade and Emerald by Michelle See-ThoORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 18 October 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the eighteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Michelle See-Tho, author of Jade and Emerald. They discuss the book, winning the 2023 Penguin Literary Prize, creating the contrasting mig...2025-05-1940 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S3 E1 - Date With A Debut - Live at NWF2025 with Zahid Gamieldien, Lisa Kenway & Natasha RaiDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the first episode, we travel to the 2025 Newcastle Writers Festival for a live episode with Zahid Gamieldien, Lisa Kenway and Natasha Rai on their books All The Missing Children, All You Took From Me, and An Onslaught of Light.
WARNING: all three books contain intense subject matter, with An Onslaught of Light containing suicidal themes and scenes. Listener and reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you care about has been affected...2025-05-131h 06
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 17 - Outrider by Mark WalesORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 17 October 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the seventeenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Mark Wales, author of Outrider. They discuss the book, transforming Australia into a war-torn landscape, the challenges of writing act...2025-05-1233 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 16 - Ordinary Human Love by Melissa GoodeORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 4 October 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the sixteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Melissa Goode, author of Ordinary Human Love. They discuss the book, how your values come into conflict with the nee...2025-05-0533 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 15 - The Deed by Susannah BegbieORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 27 September 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the fifteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Susannah Begbie, author of The Deed. They discuss the book, winning the Richell Prize, chaotic family dynamics, how siblings vie...2025-04-2846 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 14 - Big Time by Jordan ProsserORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 20 September 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the fourteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Jordan Prosser, author of Big Time. They discuss the book, the world of bands, the commodification of art, creating a d...2025-04-2155 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 13 - The Pyramid of Needs by Ernest PriceORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 12 September 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the thirteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Ernest Price, author of The Pyramid of Needs. They discuss the book, releasing it on the International Transgender Day of Vi...2025-04-1440 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 12 - To and Fro by Anton Clifford-MotopiORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 5 September 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the twelfth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Anton Clifford-Motopi, author of To and Fro. They discuss the book, bringing his lived experience in, crafting the world of...2025-04-0743 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 11 - Sit, Stay, Love (+ Love From Scratch) by Amy HuttonORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 29 August 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the eleventh episode of series two, Nick sits down with Amy Hutton, author of Sit, Stay Love. They discuss the book, it’s upcoming sequel Love From Scratch, the valu...2025-03-3146 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 10 - Always Will Be by Mykaela SaundersORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 15 August 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the tenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Dr. Mykaela Saunders, author of Always Will Be. They discuss the book, correcting the lack of representation of first nat...2025-03-2448 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 9 - Just Friends by Gyan YankovichORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 11 July 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the ninth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Gyan Yankovich, author of Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. They discuss the book, how rom...2025-03-1739 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 8 - Go Lightly by Brydie Lee-KennedyORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 20 June 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the eighth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Brydie Lee-Kennedy, author of Go Lightly. They discuss the book, exploring the chaos of your twenties, how you present you...2025-03-1047 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 7 - Carly-Jay Metcalfe on BreathORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 14 June 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the seventh episode of series two, Nick sits down with Carly-Jay Metcalfe, author of Breath. They discuss the book, a childhood of living in hospital, surviving cancer, cystic fibrosis and...2025-03-0345 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 6 - Linda Margolin Royal on The Star On The GraveORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 30 May 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the sixth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Linda Margolin Royal, author of The Star on The Grave. They discuss the book, creating fictional stories with real figure...2025-02-2439 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 5 - Sharlene Allsopp on The Great UndoingORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 29 May 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the fifth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Sharlene Allsopp, author of The Great Undoing. They discuss the book, transforming previous texts and recontextualising history, the different conte...2025-02-1743 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 4 - Live at NWF2024 with Rosemary Lewis, John Morrissey & Megan RogersORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 23 May 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the fourth episode of series two, we have a very special episode: Date with A Debut LIVE at the 2024 Newcastle Writers Festival! Nick hosted a special panel on the fina...2025-02-1057 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.29. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut - Sharlene Allsopp and Nick WasilievBEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut - Sharlene Allsopp and Nick Wasiliev2025-02-0543 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.27. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut - Trish Bolton and Nick WasilievBEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut - Trish Bolton and Nick Wasiliev2025-02-0436 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 3 - Trish Bolton on Whenever You're ReadyORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 16 May 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shines a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the third episode of series two, Nick sits down with Trish Bolton, author of Whenever You’re Read. They discuss the book, writing compassionately and translating grief to the page...2025-02-0436 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.24. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut: Carly-Jay Metcalfe and Nick Wasiliev on BreathBEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut: Carly-Jay Metcalfe and Nick Wasiliev on Breath2025-02-0345 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.20. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut: Eleanor Elliot Thomas and Nick WasilievBEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut - Eleanor Elliot Thomas and Nick Wasiliev on The Opposite of Success2025-01-3034 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 2 - Abra Pressler on Love and Other ScoresORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 5 April 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the second episode of series two, Nick sits down with Abra Pressler, author of Love and Other Scores. They discuss the book, the value of championing homegrown queer romance, what ...2025-01-2751 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.18. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - TAKEOVER: Date With a Debut - Abra Pressler and Nick WasilievTAKEOVER: Date With a Debut - Aura Pressler and Nick Wasiliev2025-01-2551 min
Date With A DebutSeries 2, Episode 1 - Eleanor Elliot Thomas on The Opposite of SuccessORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: 7 March 2024
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the first episode of our new series, Nick sits down with Eleanor Elliot Thomas, author of The Opposite of Success. They discuss the bo...2025-01-2034 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.14. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut Brydie Lee-Kennedy and Nick Wasiliev on Go Lightly14. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date With A Debut Brydie Lee-Kennedy and Nick Wasiliev on Go Lightly2025-01-1847 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.2. BEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date with a Debut - Michelle See-Tho and Nick WasilievBEST OF SERIES 2024 - Date with a Debut - Michelle See-Tho and Nick Wasiliev2024-12-2840 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 13 - Philippa Kaye on Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have FunORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: December 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our thirteenth episode (and finale for 2023), Nick sits down with Philippa Kaye, author of Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have Fun. They discuss the b...2024-12-1635 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 12 - Amy Lovat on Mistakes And Other LoversORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: November 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our twelfth episode, Nick sits down with Amy Lovat, author of Mistakes And Other Lovers. They discuss the book, growing up and being...2024-12-0945 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 11 - Meg Vertigan on The Strong DressORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: October 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our eleventh episode, Nick sits down with Meg Vertigan, author of The Strong Dress. They discuss the book, the dark world of exper...2024-12-0240 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E21 - Date With A Debut - How to Free a Jinn by Raidah Shah IdilDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the twenty-first - and final - episode of series two, Nick sits down with Raidah Shah Idil, author of How to Free a Jinn. They discuss the book, creating Malaysia on the page, drawing on Islamic faith in the creation of fantasy, smashing traditional literary tropes, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
How to Free a Jinn by Raidah Shah Idil: https://angusrobertson.4tqiav.net/qzDEnN
Other Books Mentioned:
Hanna Alkaf Collection: https://bit...2024-11-3050 min
The Roar Rugby PodcastEp.127 - Where to now for the Wallabies with Nick Farr-JonesThe Wallabies Grand Slam hopes might be over - but plenty of statements can still be made ahead of the final Test of 2024.Christy Doran and Dan Parks meet again to review the weekend of rugby that was - and were joined by Wallaby legend Nick Farr-Jones.Spoke To A Bloke: https://www.spoketoabloke.org/ WNOW: https://www.wnow.com.au/ Note: this podcast discusses topics of men's mental health. If you or anyone you love is struggling, know that help is available. Contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. 2024-11-2553 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 10 - Suzanne Frankham on Shadow Over Edmund StreetORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: September 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our tenth episode, Nick sits down with Suzanne Frankham, author of Shadow Over Edmund Street. They discuss the book, the world of cri...2024-11-2529 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E20 - Date With A Debut - The Best Witch in Paris by Lauren CrozierDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the twentieth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Lauren Crozier, author of The Best Witch in Paris. They discuss the book, winning the Text Prize, creating magical worlds in real life locations, the importance of belonging and self-discovery, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
The Best Witch in Paris by Lauren Crozier: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/POjRoY
Other Books Mentioned:
The Hearing Trumpet by Leonora Carrington: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net...2024-11-2234 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 9 - Naima Brown on The ShotORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: September 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our ninth episode, Nick sits down with Naima Brown, author of The Shot. They discuss the book, the world of reality television and h...2024-11-1836 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 8 - Amy Taylor on Search HistoryORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: August 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our eighth episode, Nick sits down with Amy Taylor, author of Search History. They discuss the book, the world of dating, how the i...2024-11-1132 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E19 - Date With A Debut - The Skin I’m In by Steph Tisdell and Nick WasilievDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the nineteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Steph Tisdell, author of The Skin I’m in. They discuss the book, diversity within diversity, the many experiences First Nations people have inside and outside their community, and more.
WARNING: this podcast contains frequent strong coarse language
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
The Skin I'm In by Steph Tisdell: https://bit.ly/3ZKSQ8a
Other Books Mentioned:
The Humans by Matt Haig: https://bit.ly...2024-11-0938 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 7 - Mikki Brammer on The Collected Regrets Of CloverORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: July 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our sixth episode, Nick sits down with Mikki Brammer, author of The Collected Regrets of Clover. They discuss the book, overcoming an exist...2024-11-0433 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 6 - André Dao on AnamORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: July 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our sixth episode, Nick sits down with André Dao, author of Anam. They discuss the book, turning a story from memoir to fic...2024-10-2831 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.705. TAKEOVER: Nick Wasiliev and Alicia Thompson on her book, Ex. Exclusively for W&N!TAKEOVER: Nick Wasiliev and Alicia Thompson on her book, Ex. Exclusively for W&N!2024-10-2438 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 5 - Kate J. Armstrong on NightbirdsORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: June 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our fifth episode, Nick sits down with Kate J. Armstrong, author of Nightbirds. They discuss the book, channelling true historical events, cr...2024-10-2138 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E17 - Date With A Debut with Mark Wales on Outrider and Nick WasilievDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the seventeenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Mark Wales, author of Outrider. They discuss the book, transforming Australia into a war-torn landscape, the challenges of writing action on the page, working on the set of a major blockbuster, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Outrider by Mark Wales: https://bit.ly/3Bcuc6k
Other Books Mentioned:
Blind Man's Bluff by Christopher Drew, Sherry Sontag & Annette Lawrence Drew: https://bit.ly/47CYYSa
...2024-10-1733 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 4 - Nina Wan on The AlbatrossORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: May 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our fourth episode, Nick sits down with Nina Wan, author of The Albatross. They discuss the book, creating a 21st century Mr...2024-10-1429 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 3 - Karina May on Duck a l'Orange for BreakfastORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: May 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our third episode, Nick sits down with Karina May, author of Duck a l'Orange for Breakfast. They discuss the book, being picked f...2024-10-0728 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E16 - Date With A Debut - Ordinary Human Love by Melissa GoodeDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the sixteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Melissa Goode, author of Ordinary Human Love. They discuss the book, how your values come into conflict with the needs of others, love and obligation, and more.
TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast and book discuss mental health and adult themes, so reader and listener discretion is advised.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Ordinary Human Love by Melissa Goode: https://bit.ly/4d4jmMX
Other Books Mentioned:
...2024-10-0333 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 2 - Mali Waugh on Judgement DayORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: April 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our second episode, Nick sits down with Mali Waugh, author of Judgement Day. They discuss the book, the world of the Me...2024-09-3027 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E15: Date With A Debut - The Deed by Susannah Begbie and interviewer Nick WasilievDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.
For the fifteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Susannah Begbie, author of The Deed. They discuss the book, winning the Richell Prize, chaotic family dynamics, how siblings view their parents in different ways, creating country Australia on the page, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
The Deed by Susannah Begbie: https://bit.ly/3XIDZcY
Other Books Mentioned:
The Cat's Table by Michael Ondaatje: https://bit.ly/3Tu6ZTr
Lost & Found by Brooke...2024-09-2746 min
Date With A DebutSeries 1, Episode 1 - Diane Yarwood on The WakesORIGINAL WORDS & NERDS BROADCAST: April 2023
Date With a Debut is featured as part of the Australian literary platform Words & Nerds. Check out all shows on the platform here: https://danivee.com.au/podcasts/
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our first episode, Nick sits down with Dianne Yarwood, author of The Wakes. They discuss the book, examining death from a ne...2024-09-2328 min
Date With A DebutTeaser Trailer: Welcome to Date With a Debut, hosted by Nick WasilievWelcome to Date with a Debut, a podcast about debut authors, their incredible books, and their journey to publication. If you are looking for a new author to discover, or writing inspiration, this is the place to be.
Hosted by Australian author and creator Nick Wasiliev, this podcast sits down with debut authors, discussing their books, their unique journeys to release, and their own life stories. Grab a coffee, sit back, and let us introduce you to your new favourite authors!
New episodes every Tuesday.
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Date With a...2024-09-1801 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E13 - Date With A Debut - The Pyramid of Needs by Ernest Price and Nick WasilievDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the thirteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Ernest Price, author of The Pyramid of Needs. They discuss the book, releasing it on the International Transgender Day of Visibility, family dynamics, different forms of truth, and more.
TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast and book discuss topics of mental health and transphobia, so reader and listener discretion is advised. If these topics cause distress, know there is help out there. Contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
...2024-09-1240 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E10:Date With A Debut - Mykaela Saunders and Nick Wasiliev on Always Will BeDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the tenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Dr. Mykaela Saunders, author of Always Will Be. They discuss the book, correcting the lack of representation of first nations culture in Australian storytelling, the value of short stories and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Always Will Be by Mykaela Saunders: https://www.uqp.com.au/books/always-will-be
Other Books Mentioned:
Heat and Light by Ellen van Neerven: https://bit.ly/3WGWQF0
The Kadaitcha...2024-08-1548 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E9. Date With A Debut with Gyan Yankovich and Nick Wasiliev on Just FriendsDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the ninth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Gyan Yankovich, author of Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. They discuss the book, how romantic relationships are prioritised over platonic ones in society, the value friendships brings to our lives, the data that goes into understanding friendships, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. by Gyan Yankovich: https://booktopia.kh4...2024-07-1139 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E8 Date With A Debut with Brydie Lee-Kennedy and Nick Wasiliev on Go LightlyDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the eighth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Brydie Lee-Kennedy, author of Go Lightly. They discuss the book, exploring the chaos of your twenties, how you present yourself to other people, comparing screenwriting to literature, and more..
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
* Go Lightly by Brydie Lee-Kennedy: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/xkgNZ3
Other Books Mentioned:
* A Real Piece of Work by Erin Riley: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/QyM6b9
* White Teeth by...2024-06-2047 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.S2 E7: Date With A Debut - Carly-Jay Metcalfe and Nick Wasiliev on BreathDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the seventh episode of series two, Nick sits down with Carly-Jay Metcalfe, author of Breath. They discuss the book, a childhood of living in hospital, surviving cancer, cystic fibrosis and a lung transplant, the value of humour to get through the hard times, and more.
TRIGGER WARNING: this podcast contains strong coarse language, strong themes and descriptions of surgery and addiction. Reader and listener discretion is advised.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
• Breath by Carly-Jay Me...2024-06-1445 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.19. Date With A Debut - Sharlene Allsopp and Nick Wasiliev on The Great UndoingDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the fifth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Sharlene Allsopp, author of The Great Undoing. They discuss the book, transforming previous texts and recontextualising history, the different contexts of truth, first nations storytelling in speculative fiction, Ernest Scott, and more.
PROMOTION:
Words & Nerds is excited to partner with Booktopia, Australia’s Local Bookstore for a special offer. Until 22nd May 2024, get 10% off at Booktopia when using the special code WORDS10 at ch...2024-05-3043 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.20. Date With A Debut: Linda Margolin Royal and Nick Wasiliev on The Star On The GraveDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the sixth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Linda Margolin Royal, author of The Star on The Grave. They discuss the book, creating fictional stories with real figures of history, who Chiune Sugihara was, and more.
PROMOTION:
Words & Nerds is excited to partner with Booktopia, Australia’s Local Bookstore for a special offer. Until 22nd May 2024, get 10% off at Booktopia when using the special code WORDS10 at checkout! Ts & Cs apply!*
US...2024-05-3039 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.18. Date With A Debut - LIVE at #NWF2024 with Nick WasilievDate With A Debut - LIVE at #NWF2024!
For the next episode of our news series of Date With A Debut, Nick Wasiliev hosts a special panel at the 2024 Newcastle Writers Festival, featuring debut authors Rosemary Lewis, John Morrissey and Megan Rogers.2024-05-2357 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.17. Date With A Debut - Trish Bolton and Nick Wasiliev on Whenever You're ReadyDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shines a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the third episode of series two, Nick sits down with Trish Bolton, author of Whenever You’re Read. They discuss the book, writing compassionately and translating grief to the page, looking back on your life in your old age, and more.
TRIGGER WARNING: this podcast and book discusses topics of suicide and suicidal themes, so reader and listener discretion is advised. If you or anyone you know is struggling, help is available to yo...2024-05-1636 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.16. Date With A Debut - Phillippa Kaye and Nick Wasiliev on Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have FunDate With A Debut - Phillippa Kaye and Nick Wasiliev on Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have Fun2024-05-0936 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.15. Date With A Debut - Abra Pressler and Nick Wasiliev on Love and Other ScoresDate With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the second episode of series two, Nick sits down with Abra Pressler, author of Love and Other Scores. They discuss the book, the value of championing homegrown queer romance, what Abra would do if Rafael Nadal would appear in front of her, and more.
WARNING: this podcast contains coarse language
Love and Other Scores by Abra Pressler: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/y2K1L2
Other Books Mentioned:
Book Lovers by Emily Henry...2024-04-0551 minThe Roar Rugby PodcastEp.96 - Unique Challenges and Brutal Honesty with Nick StilesThe Melbourne Rebels this year are facing unique challenges, as the club fights to stay alive. This week, Christy Doran and Matt Toomua are joined by General Manager Nick Stiles to discuss being honest with players, the growth of the group despite the challenges, targeting victories, defeating the Waratahs and more. Christy and Matt also discuss the results from Super Rugby, particularly on the continued slide of the Waratahs and the thrilling Aussie derby played between the Reds and Brumbies at Suncorp Stadium.Hosts: Christy Doran & Matt Toomua Guest: Nick Stiles2024-04-0256 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.14. Date With A Debut - Eleanor Elliott Thomas on The Opposite of Success with Nick Wasiliev (S2)Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the first episode of our new series, Nick sits down with Eleanor Elliot Thomas, author of The Opposite of Success. They discuss the book, setting a story over the course of a day, the moment where things just got to hell, and more.
WARNING: this podcast contains coarse language
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
The Opposite of Success by Eleanor Elliot Thomas: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/R5...2024-03-0834 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.10. BEST OF SERIES 2023 Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev & Karina May Duck a l'Orange for Breakfast10. BEST OF SERIES Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Karina May on Duck a l'Orange for Breakfast2024-01-0629 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.9. BEST OF SERIES 2023 Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Mali Waugh on Judgement Day9. BEST OF SERIES Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Mali Waugh on Judgement Day2024-01-0628 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.8. BEST OF SERIES 2023 Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Dianne Yarwood on The Wakes8. BEST OF SERIES Date With A Debut: Nick Wasiliev and Dianne Yarwood on The Wakes2024-01-0629 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.13. Date With A Debut: Phillippa Kaye and Nick Wasiliev on Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have Fun13. Date With A Debut: Phillippa Kaye and Nick Wasiliev on Girl Detectives Just Wanna Have Fun2023-12-0835 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.12. Date With A Debut: Amy Lovat and Nck Wasiliev on Mistakes And Other LoversTitle: 12. Date With A Debut - Amy Lovat on Mistakes And Other Lovers
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Welcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our twelfth episode, Nick sits down with Amy Lovat, author of Mistakes And Other Lovers. They discuss the book, growing up and being in the space of life transition, setting a story in Newcastle and how that translated to the themes...2023-11-0945 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.11. Date With A Debut: Meg Vertigan on The Strong Dress with Nick WasilievWelcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our eleventh episode, Nick sits down with Meg Vertigan, author of The Strong Dress. They discuss the book, the dark world of experimental medical treatments that still persist to this day, capturing the world of trauma, Australia in the 1970s, and more.
TRIGGER WARNING: this podcast contains references to dangerous medical practices and assault. Listener discretion is advised.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
The Strong Dress by Meg...2023-10-2640 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.10. Date With A Debut: Suzanne Frankham and Nick Wasiliev - Shadow Over Edmund StreetDate With A Debut: Suzanne Frankham and Nick Wasiliev - Shadow Over Edmund Street2023-09-2129 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.9. Date With A Debut - Naima Brown and Nick Wasiliev on The ShotDate With A Debut - Naima Brown and Nick Wasiliev on The Shot2023-09-0136 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.8. Date With A Debut: Amy Taylor and Nick Wasiliev on Search History8. Date With A Debut: Amy Taylor and Nick Wasiliev on Search History2023-08-1032 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.6. Date With A Debut - André Dao on AnamWelcome to the miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our sixth episode, Nick sits down with André Dao, author of Anam. They discuss the book, turning a story from memoir to fiction, overcoming the weight of memory, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Anam by André Dao: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/q4g0Zy
Other Books Mentioned:
Lost Children Archive by Valeria Luiselli: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/QyKG4A
OTHER NOTES:
Voiceworks: https://www.vo...2023-07-0131 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.5. Date With A Debut with Nick Wasiliev and Kate J. Armstrong on NightbirdsDate With A Debut with Nick Wasiliev and Kate J. Armstrong on Nightbirds2023-06-0138 min
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.4. Date With A Debut - Nina Wan and Nick Wasiliev on The AlbatrossDate With A Debut - Nina Wan and Nick Wasiliev on The Albatross2023-05-1929 minWords and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.3. Date With A Debut - Karina May and Nick Wasiliev on Duck a l'Orange for BreakfastWelcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our third episode, Nick sits down with Karina May, author of Duck a l'Orange for Breakfast. They discuss the book, being picked from the slush pile, dating in the online world, and more.
PRODUCER’S NOTE: Nick encountered small issues with his mic, apologies if the sound quality is variable at times.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
• Duck a l'Orange for Breakfast by Karina May: https://booktopia.kh4f...2023-05-0428 min
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.2. Date With A Debut - Mali Waugh on Judgement Day with Nick WasilievWelcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our second episode, Nick sits down with Mali Waugh, author of Judgement Day. They discuss the book, the world of the Melbourne court system, Wuthering Heights and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
• Judgement Day by Mali Waugh: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/R5yB42
Other Books Mentioned:
• All These Perfect Strangers by Aoife Clifford: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/y2R0nB
• The Mirror And The Light...2023-04-2027 min
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.1. Date With A Debut - Dianne Yarwood on The WakesPodcast Name: 1. Date With A Debut - Dianne Yarwood on The Wakes
Podcast Run Time: 28:25
Script Notes:
Welcome to a new miniseries hosted by author, podcaster and book fanatic, Nick Wasiliev. This is Date With A Debut: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
In our first episode, Nick sits down with Dianne Yarwood, author of The Wakes. They discuss the book, examining death from a new angle, the joy of little things and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
• The Wakes by Dianne Yarwood: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/nL1d7M
Other Books Me...2023-04-0628 min
ReadA Book PodcastReadA Book Podcast- Nick Wasiliev When Men CryI am a big fan of When Men Cry, I really do think everyone should read it. It tackles really important issues like toxic masculinity, asking and receiving help and the importance of mental health management but doesn't hit you over the head with 'issues' you are just reading along staying with the characters...I did also chat with Nick Wasiliev about his job at Booktopia which is now over, but still really interesting I think. I got a lot out of the conversation and I hope you enjoy it too! As always these episodes are just the t...2023-02-2518 min
Talking Aussie BooksTalking Aussie Books with Nick Wasiliev from BooktopiaMixing things up a little with a podcast recorded from the Sydney Distribution Centre of Australia's largest online book retailer and distributor - Booktopia.
I'm speaking with author Nick Wasiliev who works as a senior content producer for Booktopia and also hosts popular Booktopia podcast "Tell Me What to Read".
We are delving into the world of books. The trend Booktopia has seen in the last couple of years, what upcoming titles we're excited about along with some discussion about Booktopia's publishing arm.
A terrific chat. 2022-09-1924 min
Tell Me What To ReadBrisbane Writers Festival - Book Discussion - Christine Leunens & Annabel AbbsThis is Tell Me What To Read, the podcast of Booktopia, Australia's Local Bookstore. This week, we sit down with for a special podcast. With us now being less than a week out from the start of the Brisbane Writers Festival, Nick sits down with authors Christine Leunens and Annabel Abbs to discuss their latest books, involvement in the festival, what they are most excited to see, and more. Events & Tickets: https://bwf.org.au/ Author/Illustrator Series & Author/Editor Series (use the discount code BOOKTOPIA to get access to $10 tickets): https://bwf.org.au/wh...2022-05-231h 01Tell Me What To ReadThe 2022 Stella Prize Shortlist SpecialThis is Tell Me What To Read, the podcast of Booktopia, Australia's Local Bookstore. Today, we sit down for a special podcast! With the unveilling of the 2022 Stella Prize Shortlist, Nick sits down to chat with some of the incredible authors, poets and artists who have made the list. WARNING: this podcast contains coarse language and adult themes. The Stella Prize Shortlist: TAKE CARE by Eunice Andrada (Giramondo Publishing) Dropbear by Evelyn Araluen (University of Queensland Press) No Document by Anwen Crawford (Giramondo Publishing) Bodies of Light by Jennifer Down (Text Publishing) Stone Fruit by Le...2022-05-231h 54Tell Me What To ReadSociety & Change - Lisa Leong, Monique Ross & Ben QuiltyThis is Tell Me What To Read, the podcast of Booktopia, Australia's Local Bookstore. This week, we sit down for the special themed podcast on covering society and change. Stefania sits down with Monique Ross & Lisa Leong on This Working Life, while Nick sits down with Ben Quilty to discuss his collection, Free Fall. WARNING: this podcast contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. *Producer's Note: Due to our team being in social isolation, the sound quality is more variable. Interviews In this podcast: Lisa Leong & Monique Ross - This Working...2022-05-2359 minTell Me What To ReadBook Discussion - Son Of Sin, The Cane, Address Book (feat. Nick - Rakuten Kobo)This is Tell Me What To Read, the podcast of Booktopia, Australia's Local Bookstore. Today, Nick sits down with Ben, Scott and special guest Nick Coveney from Rakuten Kobo to discuss the books they are reading and enjoying! *Producer's Note: Due to our team being in social isolation, the sound quality is more variable. WARNING: this podcast contains adult themes and sexual references. Valentine's Day Deals with Rakuten Kobo: https://bit.ly/3ATSmhD Kobo Bundles with Booktopia: https://bit.ly/3Hr3OE6 Scott's review of The Cane by Maryrose Cuskelly on T...2022-05-2345 min
Shute Got RealShute Got Real Season 2, Episode 8: Nick Wasiliev tips, Scott Coleman.
Nick Wasiliev from Green and Gold Rugby tips round 8.
Scott Coleman on how the Wildfires are going, and what he expects from now on in.
Full team news.
2021-05-2732 minShute Got RealShute Got Real Season 2, Episode 6: Mike Ruthven, James Hilterbrand, and Nick Wasiliev tips.● Mike Ruthven talks about last year, and new recruits for this year.
● James Hilterbrand tells us what went wrong vs Gordon and Manly's expectations.
● Nick Wasiliev from Green and Gold Rugby tips round 6 of the Shute Shield.2021-05-1338 min
Scrumbags Rugby PodcastSpecial Episode!! - Nick Wasiliev InterviewWelcome to a special episode of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast!We are a clean weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian Rugby!In this week's episode we are joined by friend of the pod and all round nice guy Nick Wasiliev. Nick has just released his debut novel, When Men Cry, which tackles the difficult topic of men's mental health. Join us as we discuss the novel, the theme's explored throughout and the impact it had on each of us!You can get a copy of When...2021-01-0744 min