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Reading Under the Covers: A Romance Novel PodcastWhen Did We Start Romanticizing the Vampire?When did the vampire stop being the thing that eats you and become the guy who'd die before he let anything touch you? I went looking for that answer and it happened much earlier than I expected. It was us.My answer to a TikTok I can't stop thinking about: the monsters we love come out of whatever makes us feel safe. This is how the vampire got there.If you want to make a whole vampire month (or season) out of this, I put together a free Vampire Personal Curriculum with required reading, a...
2026-10-0222 min
The Unscripted Blend PodcastHamilton Hardin: Filled with WonderWhat does it really take to build a lasting career in music? Hamilton Hardin, a Grammy Award-winning producer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and arranger, joins Victoria for a conversation spanning multiple genres and decades in the industry. Hamilton opens up about the discipline, humility, and faith behind his career, plus his honest take on AI and where he sees the future of music heading.šµ Pre-save Hamilton's Latest Single Check out "The Gospel," Hamilton's newest release ā Click hereš¼ Work with Me: Looking for a speaker or host for your next event ?ā Click here.šø Connect with Hamilton on Instagram...
2026-08-1950 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastQuiet Ambition with Allan NgoIs success always loud? Allan Ngo, founder of Digital Solopreneur, joins Victoria to discuss the power of Quiet Ambition over loud hustle. In this episode, Allan reveals how he has helped over 5,000 customers by focusing on human connection and email marketing as a stable foundation for business rather than chasing social media algorithms. Allan shares why he views his email list as a vital āinsurance policyā and how he uses simple tools like Google Docs to package expertise into products. Discover how to build a ālife-firstā business...
2026-07-3041 min
Australian Pub Rock StoriesKIM VOLKMAN Interview Australian MusicianKim Volkman has been playing music and entertaining crowds for over 45 years now. Mostly based in St Kilda, Victoria Kim has enjoyed working both as a solo actor and in a variety of bands, including Skindiver, Balaclava Joe, The Severals and Ian Rilen and The Love Addicts. He has had several stints in the mighty X with Steve Lucas and Cathy Gree , and played in bands such as the Mary Hillbillies, The Dacios, The Patron Saints , James McCann and the New Vindictives, Stackhouse, Shake and his current band these days, The Whiskey Priests. š¤ https://www.youtube.com/@Gio...
2026-06-2721 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastWho Is StringsChick? How Nicole Hardin Built Her Own LaneNicole Hardinās career is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, Nicole Hardin of StringsChick Music Company shares her journey into the music industry, how faith and Godās providence shaped her path, what it takes to thrive in elite spaces, and how she continues to build beyond the box.Ā š Stay Connected: Join the email list to get notified when new episodes drop and receive a couple of AI prompts to help you get started with AI in your marketing and content creation. ā Sign up hereš¤ Let's Work Together Need...
2026-04-281h 20The Unscripted Blend PodcastFrom Taxes to Tech: Building a Smarter Business Ecosystemš Stay Connected: Join the email list to get notified when new episodes drop and receive a couple of AI prompts to help you get started with AI in your marketing and content creation. ā Sign up hereš¤ Schedule your Clarity SessionNeed help or feeling confused about your brand strategy or content creation? As a creative consultant, I offer clarity sessions.ā Schedule your sessionā Support the podcast:Ā Enjoying the show? ā Buy Me a Coffee Your support is appreciated. Thank you!Connect with Donald š„ļø
2026-04-1648 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastIdentity, Belonging and Owning Your StoryIn this episode, Iām joined by Urmi Hossain ā author, finance professional, speaker, and podcast host ā for a conversation about identity, belonging, and what it looks like to define yourself on your own terms.We talk about navigating multiple cultures, the weight behind āWhere are you from?ā, and how those experiences shape your voice and confidence.If youāve ever felt caught between different versions of yourself, this one will resonate.š Stay Connected: Join the email list to receive two intentional prompts designed to help you think strategically, refine ideas, and stay...
2026-03-2432 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastThis Is Critical: Protecting Critical Thinking in an AI WorldIn this episode, we discuss how to protect your critical thinking in a world increasingly shaped by AI.Inspired by a recent article in Nature, this episode examines what it means to stay discerning, intentional, and mentally engaged while leveraging powerful tools. We explore why over-reliance on automation can quietly erode critical thinking ā and how to use AI in ways that strengthen, rather than replace, your mind.AI is a powerful tool. But your brain is greater.š Resourcesš Use AI Without Outsourcing Your MindJoin the email list to recei...
2026-02-1114 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastHow to Recognize Easy Marketing Wins: Lessons from How Smart Brands Recognize the MomentIn this episode we discuss how to recognize no-brainer marketing moments and decide when a cultural or media trend naturally connects to your brand.Ā Using a timely example from Paramount+, this short conversation explores why smart brands pay attention to whatās already happening around themāand how entrepreneurs can apply the same thinking without chasing every trend or overcomplicating their marketing.š Resourcesš Get the 2 AI prompts mentioned in this episode Join the email list to receive two practical prompts designed to help you spot easy marketing wins and decide...
2026-01-2710 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastHappy New Year! Building With Clarity in 2026Produced by The Unscripted Blend Media GroupMusic by The Unscripted Blend Media Groupš§ Loved this episode? Stay connected + support the pod šš Join the e-mail list: ā Sign up herešļø Work with me: Speaking, Brand Strategy, and more ā Learn more or e-mail: theunscriptedblend@gmail.comā Support the show: Click Ā Buy me a coffee to keep these episodes comingš² Share + Subscribe: Send this to a friend and hit āfollowā so you never miss whatās next
2026-01-0913 min
The Alchemy Lounge: Practical Magick & Manifestation to enhance your Biz & LifestyleThe Alchemy Lounge Podcast: Stacked with Intention with Becca Stackhouse-MorsonFollow this show on Spotify and get notified of all new episodes!! āStacked with Intention: with Becca Stackhouse-MorsonāVictoria sits down with Certified Family Life Educator and Stacked Intent founder Becca Stackhouse-Morson to explore what it really takes to become the most authentic version of yourself, in real life. They dive into non-negotiables that evolve through seasons (singlehood, marriage, motherhood), how to protect rest with boundaries, why daily movement is emotional hygiene, and how to build, and sometimes prune, your inner circle. Expect practical tools (affirmations that actually land, micro-routines, planning dates) and grounded encouragement for...
2025-12-0134 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastLions and Tigers and Bearistas, Oh My!Weāre back with another āThatās ITā breakdown ā the mini-series where we uncover the āitā factor behind buzzworthy brands and trends.Ā In this episode, "Lions and Tigers and Bearistas, Oh My!", weāre talking about Starbucksā Bearista Cup ā the viral cup that sold out before most people could blink.Ā How did this cute teddy bear-shaped cup cause such a frenzy? More importantly, what can you learn from this craze and use for your business?Sit back, relax, and let's dive into the blend.Ā Ā š§ Loved this episode? Stay connected + support the pod š
2025-11-1117 minThe Unscripted Blend PodcastThat's IT: Sand + FogWeāre kicking off our new mini-series, āThatās IT,ā where we break down the āitā factor behind popular brands. In this episode, weāre putting Sand + Fog under the microscope. Sit back, relax, and dive into the blend.š§ Loved this episode? Stay connected + support the pod šš Join the list: Get brand tips and exclusive podcast updates straight to your inbox ā Sign up herešļø Work with me: Discover your brandās āITā factor ā Learn moreā Support the show: Click Ā Buy me a coffee to keep these...
2025-10-3132 min
The Unscripted Blend PodcastThe Story Behind The Unscripted BlendSometimes you have to step away from what you love to rediscover why you started. In this short reintroduction, Victoria shares the story behind The Unscripted Blendāhow her creative journey through blogging, video, and storytelling led her back home to podcasting with new purpose and clarity.Ā šļø Tune in as she talks evolutionĀ and whatās next for the Blend.Ā Let's stay connected!Ā š¬ Join the list ā Join here! ā Support the show āBuyMeACoffee šø Instagram ā @TheUnscriptedBlendPodcast š Facebook ā The Unscripted Blend PodcastĀ Want to rewind? Check out the interview archive.Ā P.S.- The publication was Shape...
2025-10-1621 min
The Articulate Coven: Anne Riceās Interview with the Vampire & Immortal Universe After Show"I'm Not the Only One Here Who Remembers It Fondly" | OTHER Vampire Fiction that Ashley & Joel Love | The Articulate CovenAshley & Joel have loved Lestat & Anne Rice's vampires for decades, but that's just ONE of the many vampire worlds they've found solace in over the years. In this episode, Joel and Ashley explore a variety of themes surrounding vampires in literature and media, touching on personal experiences with college, activism, and the impact of various vampire stories.
They discuss the differences between Stephen King's and Anne Rice's portrayals of vampires, nostalgia for young adult horror, and the cultural significance of series like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and True Blood. The conversation also delves into the unique elements...
2025-10-071h 10
Mora FMS02E09: Maja Bookworm Dreams - romantiÄna fantastikaMaja s Bookworm Dreams BookTube kanala popriÄala je s nama o romantiÄnoj spekulativnoj fikciji. Å to se Äita, Å”to je popularno, kako druÅ”tvene mreže utjeÄu na popularnost odreÄenih podžanrova i knjiga, o plavim vanzemaljcima i svim ostalim bojama, te drugim temama.
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BookTube, Kristina, booktuberica, Bookworm Dreams, Goodreads, long form content, Fairy Loot, YA fantasy, Vesna KuriliÄ: Izazov krvi, Talia Hibbert: Get a Life, Chloe Brown, contemporary, Morina kutija, Sarah J. Maas, reverse harem/why choose, Robert Jordan: serijal Wheel of Time (Kolo vremena), Steven Erikson: se...
2022-12-221h 13
DisruptorsRock On: Blockchainās Promise to Empower MusiciansThe past 30 years have been among the most disruptive in music. Starting with peer-to-peer file sharing services such as Napster and Limewire, musicians saw a sudden drop in the money received from each recordingāas more and more listeners found ways to get music for free. Eventually, Big Tech would get involved and launch subscription streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music. But still, artists receive just a fraction of a penny for every song streamed.In this episode of Disruptors, an RBC podcast, co-hosts John Stackhouse and Trinh Theresa Do explore the latest technological disruption to...
2022-05-1728 min
DisruptorsPandemics, Pivots, and Predictions: Looking Back on 2020 and Ahead to 2021Extraordinary. Unprecedented. Devastating. Thereās no shortage of words that have been used to describe everything Canadians have endured over the past 12 months. COVID-19 has fundamentally disrupted our daily lives to such a degree that -- even though a vaccine is now being rolled out -- the ripple effects will be felt for years to come. But what will this ānew normalā look like for businesses? Which changes will stick around, and which ones will disappear along with the pandemic? And how will the needs of consumers continue to evolve as we turn another page on our calendars?On t...
2020-12-1537 min