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Great Lives
Great LivesMiriam Margolyes on Charles DickensThe great Miriam Margolyes chooses Charles Dickens, author of Oliver Twist and A Christmas Carol."He's the man in my life. He's tugged me into his world and never let me go. He writes better prose than anyone who's ever lived. He's told the most interesting stories, invented 2000 of the best characters, and because he was a wicked man." Miriam Margolyes is author of Oh Miriam! Helping the award-winning actor and chat show terror explore the wicked life of Charles Dickens is Professor Kathryn Hughes, author of Victorians Undone: Tales of the Flesh in the...
2024-08-0527 minSappenin’ Podcast with Sean Smith
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 200 - No Devotion (Geoff Rickly + Stuart Richardson)The End Of Longing. Two of the most influential figures in our music careers, Geoff Rickly and Stuart Richardson, are our special guests for Episode 200 of Sappenin' Podcast. The No Devotion duo return together, to celebrate the release of their second album 'No Oblivion', reveal exclusive secrets on the bands hiatus and everything that makes this project their safe space. In this conversation, Stu and Geoff open up on the bands quiet period, why these songs are so personal to them, processing the aftermath of Lostprophets, needing time to heal vs taking risks, continuing without Mike Lewis and Jamie...
2022-09-231h 10Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardHow to take adviceMostly, don't. Book recommendation: The Difference Engine by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling
2022-04-2809 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardWhat does "be a good reader" mean to a writerReading advice, from one writer to the rest.
2022-04-1017 mindas A&O
das A&OPUBERTÄT#113 Hier das erwähnte Buch zum Thema "Das Teenagergehirn": https://www.fischerverlage.de/buch/sarah-jayne-blakemore-das-teenager-gehirn-9783103972160
2022-04-0608 minSo I\'m Writing a Novel...
So I'm Writing a Novel...Ep36 Interview with Cora BuhlertCora Buhlert is a Hugo-nominated author and genre scholar who Oliver was lucky enough to meet through his research for the novel, and he'd love for you to meet her too! Oliver and Cora discuss her falling in love with the very American body of work known as pulp fiction while she grew up travelling the world, the survival of dime novels in modern Germany, the irresistible pull of forbidden fiction, Thundarr and He-Man, "the best thing that happened in Germany in 1989", European sword and sorcery comics, a book store that "must have been designed by time-lords"...
2022-03-2159 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardI finished another book! It's a secret though. Shh!I am working, in spite of appearances. Follow me on Patreon, if you're into that sort of thing.
2021-11-2111 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardWhy do you write? Your reasons may be symptoms of what you should fixBook recommendation: Red Mars by Kim Stanley Robinson
2021-10-2718 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardNo one will ask for the story you're writingBook and music recommendations: "Underground" by Tom Waits, and Get Shorty by Elmore Leonard
2021-05-2010 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThree Creative Minds and the End of Writer's BlockIn this one we talk about what to do with the doubt coming from the thought, "Nobody wants what I have to offer." And how to never have writer's block again.
2021-04-2919 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardI don't know how to "just write," and the power of middling disciplinePart writing tips, part the story of stories. I'm doing an audio blog, because I have stuff to say, and I get impatient with writing it down sometimes.
2021-04-2120 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardIt's not clever to stress people out.Reading Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling and Airborn by Kenneth Oppel
2020-05-2114 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardA Swan Song to Free Thought (maybe? Hope not) May contain spoilers, depending how you define spoilerReading Wool by Hugh Howie. PS: this episode may contain spoilers, depending how you define spoilers.
2020-05-1423 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThere's a reason why the Devil is associated with contracts.Reading Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling.
2020-05-0721 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThe Godfather: a postmortem. Mythology and the U.S.A.. Reading Wool by Hugh HoweySome light reading. How free are you?
2020-04-3034 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardIrresponsible Journalism and Fear-Driven Sexism. Reading The Godfather by Mario PuzoI think sexism is fundamentally cowardly.
2020-04-2325 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThe Power of Plot and Taking Comfort in Human Bumbling. Reading The Godfather by Mario PuzoI don't believe in conspiracy theory. But I do respect a good plot.
2020-04-1619 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardWorst case scenarios make the best stories. Reading The Godfather by Mario PuzoIt's important to learn to think of worst case scenarios when coming up with stories. It's also important to think of solutions to those scenarios. That's where satisfying stories happen.
2020-04-0915 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardRespect will cure us. Thoughts on Covid-19. Reading A World Undone by G.J. MeyerCataclysmic events drop on us sometimes, and they cause paradigm shift. I take comfort in history.
2020-04-0208 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardPoliteness Causes Traffic. Reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. RowlingRecorded during the discount plague. It's a metaphor, like all the best stories. Harry Potter is also disturbing.
2020-03-2614 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardReality Distortion Fields and Science Fiction Noir: Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha LeeI finished reading Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha Lee. I THINK I liked it...
2020-03-1916 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardI don't ask what people think of my stories, because discipline. Reading: Terminus by Peter ClinesPeter Clines writes good books. And if you should happen to read some of my stories, I do like to know what people think, even if I never ask.
2020-03-1221 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardCues from rock and roll: Ragged Museum, by Oliver BlakemoreIn which I express my impatience to share my collection of short stories with you.
2020-03-0513 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardWhat mythology tells us about history, and I started to read Ninefox Gambit by Yoon Ha LeeTuesday is named after an old, old god. He was once the Sky Father. Now he is a multitude. Also, so far, Ninefox Gambit is a good book. We shall see if it continues to be.
2020-02-2714 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardCharacters in Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell are realistic because they aren'tCharacters need to be consistently inconsistent, like real people, but they shouldn't be too much like real people. Characters from Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke examined.
2020-02-2009 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThey called the cops on me todaySociety isn't designed for shy people to thrive.
2020-02-1414 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardLearning about protagonists and antagonists from The Fugitive (1993)Make your heroes smart by making your villains competent.
2020-02-0717 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardDavid Bowie and a story about judging books by the cover - Jonathan Strange & Mr. NorrellJonathan Strange & Mr. Norell by Susanna Clarke is a book I once judged by the cover. It turned out pretty well.
2020-02-0613 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardIt's my first anniversary of getting laid off. I am celebrating it by publishing my book.Self-employment is an interesting world. I am a professional writer. It's pretty sweet. Check out my book on Amazon: Ragged Museum by Oliver Blakemore.
2020-01-3012 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardBlade Runner and Philip K. Dick: A story about getting excited about your workI talk about being glad to be understood. The book is Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep by Philip K. Dick.
2020-01-2308 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardBoredom is a survival mechanism and the state of my book todayKeep an eye out for my upcoming book of short stories, Ragged Museum by Oliver Blakemore.
2020-01-1907 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardVampire Novels, alternative history, and how Enjoying yourself is the new coolThe book I talk about in this is Anno Dracula by Kim Newman.
2020-01-1712 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardSympathetic Agent Clam: Sympathetic characters in Leviathan Wakes and The Anubis GatesIn which I talk about sympathy for characters in stories.
2020-01-0839 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardHow The Expanse Reminds Me to Appreciate WisdomWhat I like about The Expanse books, my dad's approach to new technology, and why those of us who like the idea of space travel should take comfort in human nature.
2020-01-0220 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThe one about genre distinctions that definitely has no subtext of commentary about stereotypingI think it's time to find tools for genre distinctions that are less prescriptive and more responsive.
2019-12-3028 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardThe Soviet Experiment Failed because it wasn't Greasy EnoughI want to start an institution that funds all the life expenses of creative types while they get their careers started.
2019-12-2518 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardHaircuts and Why You Should Never Conduct a Land War in AsiaBuild a relationship of trust with your hairdresser, and never make the same mistakes as Hitler.
2019-12-2307 minWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard
Writing Is Lonely, Talking Is HardWriting Is Lonely, Talking Is Hard (Trailer)
2019-12-2300 min\
" Reluctant Radio syndicated radio showNew Method from Westerville OH, Michael Blakemore from Oklahoma City, Kathleen Carnali from Port Saint Lucie FL, Hearts Of Saints from Hopkinsville KY, Lane Oliver from Midland TX, The Lads from Nashville, Siloam from Warren CT, Adora from HoustonChristian Rock!
2013-04-2830 min\
" Reluctant Radio syndicated radio showJeffrey B Scott from Roseville CA, Broken Vessels from Lake Charles LA, Riley Erin from Laveen AZ, The Nobodys from Nashville, Lane Oliver from Midland TX, Yancy from Nashville, Michael Blakemore from Oklahoma City, Christin Cook from NashvilleChristian Rock!
2011-05-1530 minDaytime Confidential
Daytime ConfidentialDC #615: Who's Zoomin Who?On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke, Jamey, Jillian, Regan and Melodie discuss the latest in All My Children, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, One Life to Live and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including: The news Roger Howarth is returning to One Life to Live. How will Howarth’s return to Llanview impact the canvas? The Bullying story has brought the best in Farah Fath, John-Paul Lavoisier and Austin Williams. How should Jack Manning pay for what he’s done? Vicki discovered Echo and Charlie in bed and wa...
2011-04-111h 17