Write Out Loud
Join hosts Matt and Tina as they discuss all things story, writing, finding your voice, and more! We'll explore writing and storytelling as a general topic, but we will also spend some time dissecting and talking about popular works like our first focus: "Heartstopper!"
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Quick note: In case we don't make it clear enough, J.K. Rowling is a horrific person who has used her status and wealth to actively harm the trans community. This is not something we believe in nor stand for. If we made money from this podcast, we would donate proceeds from this episode to a charity. Since we don't, we will continue to advocate for the right for trans people to f...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Matt and Christina dive into the complex world of digital content ownership and explore whether we truly own the digital books we purchase. Joined by eBook and publishing expert...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Matt and Christina dive deep into the art of creating compelling villains. They discuss the elements that make villains interesting, such as depth, motivation, and the ability to evoke both love and ...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Matt and Christina engage in a lively discussion interrupted by their excitement over the release of Scarlett Cole's new book, 'The Oath We Take' just released on March 27th!
They revisit a previous podcast episode featuring Scarlett Cole, a successful romance writer. Scarlett shares her journey of transitioning from a senior...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Matt and Christina explore the therapeutic benefits of writing as a means to process emotions, find closure, and achieve personal growth. They discuss how journaling, fiction writing, and memoirs can be tools for self-discovery and healing. Through touching anecdotes and real-life examples of individuals who have used writing to navigate life's cha...
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In this engaging episode of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Matt and Christina explore the essential elements of crafting a captivating first chapter. Joined by romance author Susanna Strom, they discuss the importance ...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, Matt & Christina delve into the concept of the mystery box, specifically referencing JJ Abrams' TED Talk, 'The Mystery Box.' They discuss its application in storytelling and how it can be used ...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt and Christina discuss the keys to turning a book into a bestseller. Drawing on wisdom, experience, and insights from a Threads post by '@Editor.in.Chief.Writes,' they emphasize the importance of storytelling, emotional resonance, and creative marketing. They argue that while technical perfection isn't necessary, an emotionally ...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt & Christina reflect on the inspirational journey shared by author Kristen Ashley in the previous episode, highlighting her unwavering belief in herself and her passion for writi...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt and Christina welcome bestselling author Kristen Ashley to discuss her prolific writing career. Listeners learn about Kristen's journey from continuous rejections by traditional publishers to achieving enormous success through self-publishing, with over 90 romance novels translated into 14 languages and more than 5 million copies sold wo...
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This week, we bring you a replay of a previous episode from a previous season because we had a slight hiccup this week which meant we weren't able to record a new episode. Here are the show notes from the episode which aired on October 2, 2023.
"It's another week, and this week we're discussing some of the small, easily-missed details you might have spotted if you're e...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, Matt & Christina discuss dealing with imposter syndrome now that we know how it manifests. They explore strategies to combat this debilitating mindset and emphasize the importance of recognizing one's worth and the value of unique voices in storytelling. They highlight interviews with notable creatives like Britt Marling, Zal Batmanglij, and Malcolm ...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' join hosts, Matt and Christina, as they lay the groundwork for understanding imposter syndrome and its manifestations. Sharing real-life examples, they discuss how feelings of inadequacy can hinder creativity, especially in writing. Emphasizing that recognizing these feelings is a sign of readiness to grow, they highlight the importance of dealing...
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Season 4 Kickoff!
In the season four premiere of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Christina and Matt return with excitement for the season ahead. They preview the upcoming focus on storytelling, writing, and authoring, discussing various topics such as breaking down 'The Last of Us' screenplay, exploring resistance fiction with Octavia Butler's 'Parable of the Sower,' ...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Matt and Christina reflect on their favorite moments and highlighted episodes from Season 3. They discuss various themes and guests, like Ted Lasso, Tom Colgan,...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Matt and Christina introduce bestselling romance author Jenn Sterling. Jenn shares her journey of becoming an author, starting from when she was fired from her job and decid...
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This week, we were both under the weather, so we're playing a little bit called Rewind Replay where we serve up an episode from...
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In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' hosts Matt and Christina, along with guests, Magda and Lindsey from the 'Literally Books' podcast, dive into a ...
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In this episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Christina and Matt interview Sean Vigue, a renowned yoga and Pilates instructor with millions of followers and a prolific author of fitness books. Sean shares his journey performing in m...
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In this engaging episode of Write Out Loud, hosts Christina and Matt have an enlightening conversation with Erin Galloway, Director of Publicity at Berkeley Publishing, about effective book promotion strategies. The dis...
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