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Another Book on the Shelf178 - Summer Hangout 2025It's time for a summer hangout episode! We're barely surviving the endless heatwaves and smoky skies, but at least we've got some good books to read.Show NotesThe bookstore in Port Dover that Gen was talking about is called Beach Reads Bookshop. It's super cute and if you're ever in Port Dover, be sure to check it out!We are going to make zines and we are putting it here in writing as well to keep ourselves accountable.The Lillian H. Smith library branch in Toronto houses one of the...
2025-08-061h 10
Munch My Benson: A Law & Order: SVU Podcast65 -That's How You Get Throat Gonorrhea Kids (S16E19 Granting Immunity)Another Paternity Leave Installment, and we're turning to an episode where we spoke at length about an issue that's particularly germane to what's happening now. Patreon payments are frozen for the time being. A few resourceful new Munchies have figured out a work-around where you can join as a free member and upgrade from there to a paid account which charges you for one month and unlocks the back catalog behind the respective tier of the paywall. After that first payment, you won't be charged again until we're dropping new content (which we'll warn everyone is coming), so if...
2025-03-031h 05
HealthTech Check Up🎉 Happy Holidays from HealthTech Check Up! 🎉In this special year-end episode, hosts Rachelle and Perry reflect on a fantastic first year of HealthTech Check Up! They recap thought-provoking conversations with incredible guests like Andrew Mignatti, Brandon Blais, Adam Buckalew, Jason Long, Bobbi Buell, Jay Seemann, Claudia Stemple, Louis Savant, Alyssa Foster, and Dr. Suzanne Weiss.The duo highlights key insights from 2024, including patient perspectives, innovative healthcare access solutions, and the evolution of patient service centers. They also look ahead to an exciting 2025, discussing the impact of a changing healthcare administration, the role of GLP-1 medications beyond...
2024-12-2304 min
Stardust and CourageDr. Jennifer Orme On Fairy Tales, Wonder, Hope, And JusticeWhy are fairy tales so enduring? In this inspiring and fascinating interview with writer and scholar Dr. Jennifer Orme, Ph.D we look at stories of wonder and transformation. Find out how curiosity and imagination lead to hope and justice, and how disruptive middles give stories special power and insight. Plus we talk about collaborative writing and editing, and Jennifer shares her most wonderful writing prompt. Guest info:Dr. Jennifer Orme, Ph.D is co-editor of:Just Wonder: Shifting Perspectives in TraditionInviting Interruptions: Wonder Tales in the 21st C...
2024-12-0550 minStardust and CourageWriting And Exercise Mini Breaks For Tough TimesIn this Dear Suzanne episode find out how to lean into the pleasure of writing instead of the pressure when life is hard. We’ll also look at using writing and exercise mini breaks on tough and tedious days to stay present and embodied instead of mentally checking out. Stay tuned to the end for the body scan guided practice I use to stop insomnia, circular thinking and rumination so you can rest easier after a bad day.  Resources:Learn more at https://www.suzanneandrew.com/Get a glow up for you...
2024-10-1724 minStardust and CourageNovelist Heidi Reimer On Tenacity, Visibility, And DepthWhat if your writing dreams take time? We go deep into writing patience and determination with New York Times reviewed novelist Heidi Reimer in this beautiful and moving interview. Find out how to keep believing in your work no matter what, what you need to know about author visibility and ways to deepen your characters in editing. Plus, Heidi shares her most effective daily writing practice.Guest info:Heidi Reimer: https://www.heidireimer.comNewsletter: heidireimer.substack.comInstagram: @heidi.c.reimerResources:...
2024-09-2553 minStardust and CourageWriting Success On Your TermsWhat are you aiming for? Let your heart and soul lead the way in this guided imagination and writing practice on success. We’ll look at how you can move towards what you really want and drop comparisons, expectations and unhelpful pressures. We’ll also dismantle limiting beliefs and negative gatekeeper stories so you can open up to what’s possible. It’s about letting go to move forward!Resources:Learn more at https://www.suzanneandrew.com/Get a glow up for your mind and spirit by taking Suzanne’s course, The Sparkl...
2024-09-0516 minStardust and CourageWhat Is Mindful Writing?This episode is a deep dive into what mindful writing is—and what it isn’t. What happens when we create like worldwide bestsellers Eckhart Tolle and Elizabeth Gilbert do without hustling, performing and proving? Listen to find out why mindful writing is an invitation to slow down and luxuriate in the writing process, where all the energy and fun is. Plus learn three powerful mind shifts to begin your mindful writing practice.Resources:Learn more at https://www.suzanneandrew.com/Get a glow up for your mind and spirit by taki...
2024-08-0819 minStardust and CourageRefilling The Creative WellHow do we get back into creative flow when we haven’t been writing or feel stuck or stressed about what we’re working on? In this first Dear Suzanne advice episode find out all about refuelling your creative energy with artist dates and the one-minute vacation. Plus go on an ocean adventure in a buoyant and rejuvenating imagination activating guided practice.Mindful writing begins with caring for your whole being: mind, body and spirit. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the show.Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourageHosted and produ...
2024-07-1717 minStardust and CourageRewriting Scarcity StoriesIf you have scarcity stories in your head around writing and money you’re not alone and it’s not your fault! Scarcity is institutionalized in arts grants and funding systems and winner-takes-all awards. It’s in publishing and our culture, so it’s no wonder it’s in our thinking, too. But what if things could be different, or you could at least see them differently? We ask big questions in this important episode.  Questions to ask yourself and journal about after listening to this episode:What scarcity stories do I tell myself?Where do...
2024-07-0318 minStardust and CourageImagination Activation: GlamourPractice the art and power of transformation with this guided visualization on glamour. It’ll activate your imagination! Use it to explore what’s possible for you or your characters, to go deeper, and as a writing prompt to inspire your writing this week. It’s easy, relaxing and fun.  Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourageDonate to the production fund: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YL377W4VDYYWA Get a glow up for your mind and spirit by taking my course, The Sparkle Technique: https://www.suzanneandrew.com/the-sparkle-techniqueHos...
2024-06-2610 minStardust and CourageWriting Lessons From RuPaul’s Drag RaceBe the writing queen, king or royalty you really are with fun coaching lessons inspired by RuPaul’s Drag Race. We cover transformation, getting stupid, authenticity, vulnerability, charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent. Let’s bring more play, joy and glamour to writing! Because everything is always easier when we’re having fun.  Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourageDonate to the production fund: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YL377W4VDYYWA Get a glow up for your mind and spirit by taking my course, The Sparkle Technique: https://www.suzanneandrew.com/the...
2024-06-2011 minStardust and CourageLuxuriate In The Imaginary Mind SpaIt’s extra hard to write when burned out and anxious. Discover an effective way to relax into your imagination so you can create with more ease. Be sure to stick around until the end for a very special imagination activation designed to help you escape from your pressure cooker of stress and into a delightful imaginary mind spa.Mindful writing begins with caring for your whole being: mind, body and spirit. Find out more about The Sparkle Technique course: https://www.suzanneandrew.com/the-sparkle-technique Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourageDon...
2024-06-1119 minStardust and CourageWeekend Writing For The Win!This episode moves you from wanting to write to actually doing it. I share my best practical advice for taking consistent action towards your writing dreams. Then we do an easy and fun visualization to clear mental space so you can get curious, wake up your imagination, and tap into your vivid memory resources to write. See if this gentle advice and visualization combo nudges you out of procrastination and into motivation.Go deeper! Get your free copy of my Make Time To Write Guide here: https://www.suzanneandrew.com/authorship-guidesFollow the show on...
2024-06-1109 minStardust and CourageOptimize Your Writing BrainWhat happens when writers take care of their brains like musicians care for their instruments? It’s important because brain fog, anxiety and fatigue make writing harder! Find out ways to boost your brain power and make the best use of your writing time. Stick around until the end for a fun imagination activating guided practice.Mindful writing begins with caring for your whole being: mind, body and spirit. Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourageDonate to the production fund: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=YL377W4VDYYWAHos...
2024-05-2316 minStardust and CourageWelcome To Stardust and CourageListen to the trailer for Stardust and Courage, the podcast where we use writing, curiosity and imagination to see beyond challenges and make life more meaningful. I’m your host, Suzanne Alyssa Andrew and I welcome you here whether you’ve been writing prose, fiction or poetry, screenwriting or songwriting for awhile, or you’re new to writing. If you want to write, deepen and grow you’re in the right place.Credits: Hosted and produced by Suzanne Alyssa AndrewIG: @suzannealyssawriting | Web: suzanneandrew.comMusic by Chris Andrew#w...
2024-04-1101 min
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastThe Last of Us Episode 3: Long, Long TimeChris, Jimmy, and Steve break down episode 3 of The Last of Us - Long, Long Time.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy...
2023-01-301h 36
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastHarry Potter Marathon! - The Deathly Hallows Part 2Chris, Andy, and Steve review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton...
2023-01-252h 05
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastThe Last of Us Episode 2: InfectedChris, Andy, and Steve break down episode 2 of The Last of Us - The Infected.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy, Casey...
2023-01-231h 16
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastHarry Potter Marathon! - The Deathly Hallows Part 1Chris and Steve review Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter!@StreamThingPod for the show.Check out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin...
2023-01-181h 50
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastThe Last of Us Episode 1: When You're Lost in the DarknessChris, Steve, and Jimmy break down the premiere episode of The Last of Us.Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy, Casey McCain...
2023-01-161h 39
Streaming Things - A Stranger Things PodcastThe Last of Us Hype CastChris and Andy are joined by Alex to get hyped for The Last of Us!Join the conversation at streamingthingspod@gmail.comCheck out our YouTube Channel!This month Streaming Things is brought to you by...The K-Stew Patron Saints of Streaming ThingsChester CopperpotTry Before You Deny ProducersRabidDog InABarbieCar, Jose Ruben Cruz Rodriguez, Thomas Alexander, Emmy, Valerie, Stanton Valentino, Aaron Layton, Crystal Trujillo, John Collins, GHOST, Andrew Gray, Jen Robinson, Kate, Chloe Richardson, Kalesha Reaves, Kiki Newton, Kevin Strother, Jeanette Murphy...
2023-01-091h 18
Dead Pilots SocietyEpisode 106: Step Dave written by Emily Cutler (Fresh Off The Boat, AP BIO)We have a wonderful pilot for you this month! It’s the perfect pilot to listen to while curled up next to a fire this holiday season! You all have fireplaces, right?! Either way, this month’s script comes from Emily Cutler (Fresh Off The Boat, AP BIO). In STEP DAVE, lives are turned upside down when a 24 year-old bartender and a 36 year-old divorced mom fall in love. That's right, it's a romantic comedy pilot! Step Dave was set up at NBC through Universal in 2017 and it was inspired by a New Zealand show of the same name. It’s swee...
2022-11-1746 min
Big Little BooksEp 15: Summer Reading. July 19, 2020.Hello fellow bibliophiles, it has been a while! Hosts Yuli and Sam spend each episode chatting about books while hopefully adding to your always growing TBR list. Big Little Books is back to its regular programming, fuelled mostly by coffee… and sometimes wine.
For Ottawa bookworms, in this episode, we chat about OPL updates, (check out https://bilbioottawalibrary.ca for the most recent updates), as well as virtual book options. We dig into our shared read of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls as well as our Cyber Movie Date.
Do you remember how in ou...
2020-07-1949 min
Speech BubbleJonathan KociubaJonathan is one of the most multi-faceted individuals to ever grace Speech Bubble. Not only does he both write and draw his own self-published comics, but he also draws album covers and is the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for local Toronto band Summer and Youth.
Aaron traces Jon's artist trajectory from childhood to adulthood, as he goes from making comics with his brother in the 90s (long-haired characters with shoulder pads and pouches) to joining forces with past Speech Bubble guest Jason Loo (Pitiful Human-Lizard) in high school to spending one year in illustration at the...
2019-01-2100 min
The Taddle Creek PodcastEpisode 14: Suzanne Alyssa Andrew, Live at the Circle of Stones LaunchSuzanne Alyssa Andrew reads a chapter from her debut novel, Circle of Stones, live at the Monarch Tavern, April 15, 2015.
2015-12-0400 min