The Author’s Lounge with O'Cyrus

The Author’s Lounge with O'Cyrus

The Author's Lounge is a podcast hosted by 24x award winning author and indie publisher, Briel O'Cyrus. This show is focused on entertaining, educating, and inspiring the younger generation of writers and creators through knowledge shared from the host and his guests which include seasoned, best-selling, award winning authors, actors/actresses, singers, songwriters, producers, publishers, literary agents, certified editors, illustrators, and much more!

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September 22, 2025 41 mins

Moses D. Powe is a licensed clinical professional counselor, author, and CEO of POWEM Publishers LLC. Based in Maryland, he is the founder of the Fatherless Fathers Collective, a platform dedicated to empowering men who grew up without a father figure. Powe uses his background in mental health counseling and his own life experience to help other men break negative cycles and become exemplary fathers.

To learn more about Mo...

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Her website(s):
https://www.aevitascreative.com/agent/maeve-maclysaght
https://www.emlysaght.com/

Literary Agent Maeve MacLysaght is a queer ex-classicist based in Oakland, CA. She holds a B.A in Comparative Literature from Occidental College, a publishing certificate from NYU, and an MLitt in Ancient Greek Monsters from The University of St Andrews in Scotland. The goal of her list is to increase the amount of que...

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Professor can dress! Check out he and his wife's wardrobe fashion show at their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jurgita.art/?hl=en

Want to speak with Professor John Dishman directly? Click the link below:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dishman-437197355/

Professor John Dishman wrote a book based on his adventurous life. Today. he shares exclusive details on his encounter with President Jo...

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Want to learn more about Teddy Smith, his podcast, "Publishing Performance," and/or services? Click the link below:
https://publishingperformance.com/podcast/

Link to his free 30-day trial below:
https://app.publishingperformance.com/register?pid=m 

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Jenebeth Ortiz's EDGE BOOKS produces quality, premium print books ideal for self-published authors. During this episode, Jenebeth provides all the intricate details pertaining to EDGE BOOKS and doesn't gate keep on what you should know as an author in the children's book space.

Want more information, visit her at the link(s) below:
https://www.instagram.com/edgebooks/
https://www.facebook.com/edgebo...

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Looking formal a go-to 20+ year vet in the world of providing voice overs? Reach out to Greg Campbell at the link below:

Website: https://www.gregcvoiceovers.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-campbell-38302b138?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

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Kerri Lynn Miller has extensive experience as an Actress & film director. Kerri will make her directorial debut in a feature length film with her forthcoming title, TOX.

Want to learn more about Kerri Lynn Miller and/or her upcoming film, TOX? Click the links below:
Website of Kerri: https://www.kerrilynnmiller.com/
Website for TOX: https://www.toxfilm.com/

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 Marina Rasnoveanu is the author of Endometriosis Relief Plan, a screenwriter, content manager, and a full-time editor from Romania.

Interested in Marina's book? Click the link below and check out her work: https://www.amazon.com/Endometriosis-Relief-Plan-Treatments-Strategies-ebook/dp/B0F2V7TVYB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=19DN9WIMGMK65&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XEXwiOn1w3LJhRVROAbvzMFkpDK6CVGSWCjX5ns1epPGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps._tw7WL...

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Take an in-depth listen to this episode if you're looking for social media marketing advice from a Marketing Consultant. It's absolutely necessary to understand personal branding and how marketing works with that brand.

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To learn more about Sophie Lechner please click the links below and/or read her bio:

Her website: https://www.themagnetmodel.com/mediakit

Link to the Magnetic About Section Workbook: https://themagnetmodel.com/aboutsection

Link to book a 30-minute LinkedIn Profile Audit: https://sophielechner.as.me/audit

Sophie Lechner is a speaker, author, and business coach who helps mission-driven entrepreneur...

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THE ORIGINAL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/J5CM0JEhx_M

Want to learn more about Marryum Hafeez's children's book series? Please click the link below: https://www.instagram.com/adventuresacrosstheuniverse/ 

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 Vittorio Sodano was nominated for an Academy Award (Oscar) for his work as a make-up artist on Mel Gibson's, Apocalypto, and Toni Servillo's Il Divo. His career spans decades and he has over 40 film credits to his name. Additionally, he teaches SFX make-up masterclasses in Los Angeles, CA! 

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Jovanna Vidal is a free spirited, optimistic, hardworking person who fights to help teenagers battle against anxiety. In addition to her personal mission, she is an accomplished award-winning television and film Actress as well as a Number 1 Amazon bestselling for her book (available at the link below) TEEN ANXIETY NO MORE.

Teen Anxiety No More: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thisisjovanna?ref=ac_inf_tb_vh

Her direc...

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ORIGINAL VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/hC4CyBpH08U

Dr. Jan Yager has made appearances on shows such as The Today Show, The View, and Oprah Winfrey's daytime show. In addition to her televised appearances, Dr. Yager is a prolific author with 66+ books spanning between traditionally published and self-published books!

Want to learn more about Dr. Jager? Please visit her website:
https://www.drjanyager.com/

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ORIGINAL VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/BehHPjnwCeo


Fred Yager and Jeff Yager are the authors of the lovely novel, Botanica. During this episode they detail how they conceptualized the book, Fred's military background, Jeff's professional wrestling career, and much more!

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ORIGINAL VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/7GOluH7KLME

Jodie Bentley is an LA-based actor, narrator, writer, producer, and the CEO of Actor Insider. A graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Acting, her work has been featured on Netflix, Hulu, ABC, FOX, CBS, Apple TV, TIFF, Cannes, and more.

Want to learn more about Jodie Bentley? Please click any of the following links below:

Websites:
www.actor-insider....

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 Want to learn more about Michael Henderson and his film production company, ArtWerks Entertainment? Click the link below:
https://artwerksentertainment.godaddysites.com/ 

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Jeff Gomez is a writer, transmedia producer and CEO of Starlight Runner Entertainment, known for his work on video games such as Halo, Turok, Extreme-G, Splinter Cell & Hot Wheels: World Race Universe. Additionally, Jeff Gomez is also best known for his work on motion pictures which include titles such as James Cameron's 2009 Avatar, Transformers, Men In Black, The Amazing Spiderman 2, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars, ...

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