EPISODE 504 - Gwydhar Gebien - Writer, Artist, Filmmaker - Author of Enfant Terrible - A boozy, neon spiral of sex, drugs and rock and roll novel series

Gwydhar Gebien is a writer, an artist and a filmmaker; originally from Chicago now transplanted in Los Angeles in pursuit of a career in film production.

With a background in theatre from Illinois Wesleyan University and a master's degree in film production from University of Southern California she is putting her training to good use at Skydance Animation.

An eldritch creature of introverted disposition, Gwydhar, lives a quiet life in a pink house with her husband and a cat and a minivan, but can occasionally be coaxed out into the open with music, snacks, or a single-malt whisky.

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EPISODE 503 - Dr. Torkil Færø - The Pulse Cure - Take charge of your own health with measurable actions

Torkil Færø
Torkil has written the book Pulskuren and is the driving force behind the social website pulskuren.no.
He is a general practitioner, emergency doctor, documentary filmmaker, author, photographer, and globetrotter.

As a medical student, he was the first to go abroad for Norwegian Doctors Without Borders when he worked in war-torn Angola in 1996. For 25 years, he has been a freelance doctor, working in municipalities all over the country, conducting tens of thousands of consultations, and gaining a unique perspective on the diseases that plague us. He has learned that the cause is most often found in a lifestyle that stresses our body. He wanted to do something about that.

Torkil is concerned with how we can get the most out of life. In the book The Pulse Cure, he explains step by step how we can use the heart rate monitor or the smartphone to get to know our own body better and gain better control of the stress balance and the autonomic nervous system.

Torkil has been given a new life by making several intelligent lifestyle changes. He hopes that everyone who wants better health and more energy to live life to the fullest will benefit from the measures he enjoys so much. He also has a big wish for the healthcare system: that it works preventively to a much greater extent and provides more self-help resources than is the case today.

Torkil Færø is also an award-winning photographer who has published photography art books, held exhibitions and held photography workshops in many countries. He is an enthusiastic long-distance walker and has made the NRK films about pilgrimages to Nidaros and Santiago de Compostela. In his previous book, THE CAMERA CURE, he combined medical and photographic knowledge into a unique book about therapeutic photography, combining coping with life with taking good pictures. Faroe has travelled by backpack, bicycle, motorbike, kayak, boat and car in over 80 countries and speaks eight languages

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EPISODE 502 - Karen Nelson - The Sunken Town explores adoption, identity, and the lasting consequences of the choices people make

Karen Nelson is the author of The Sunken Town and the co-founder of the nonprofit Writing By Writers. During her long career in nonprofits she has protected open space, funded cancer research, trained people to complete endurance events, and helped writers bring their work into the world. When not organizing writing workshops, she can be found hiking with her dog, reading, traveling, experimenting in the kitchen, and hosting dinner parties. She writes for various publications and is at work on her next novel.

Book: The Sunken Town: A Novel

If you admit one truth, what else will you have to acknowledge?

Lindsay, a thirty-year-old California native never gave much thought to being adopted. When she unexpectedly inherits her birth mother Claire's farmhouse in Maine, she is plunged into a journey across the country and across the years into a lake of secrets that will ultimately reveal just how far everyone was willing to go to protect her. Told from both Lindsay’s and Claire’s points of view, The Sunken Town explores adoption, identity, the nature of family dynamics, mother-daughter relationships, the impact of family secrets, the weight of motherhood and the lasting consequences of the choices people make.

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EPISODE 501 - Doralyn Moore - From Social Services to Writer, Finding Faith in Stories and Belief

Reading is a pleasure for me and there is seldom a time that I do not carry a book in my hand. I have even been known to take one to a major league baseball game, which put a big frown on my husband’s face.

One day as I was reading a book, I thought to myself, “I can do this. I can write a book.” Little did I know then how challenging it is to write a novel. But the thought put a seed in my mind and soon after that, I began writing. However, life got in the way and I put the writing aside for many years. When I retired in 2019, I pulled out the old manuscripts and began revising them.

In March 2021, I self-published “Seventy Times Seven” with Friesen Press. In 2022, “Hope Doesn’t Disappoint”, the first book of the 3-book Victory Series was published traditionally by Elk Lake Publishing, Inc., a small Christian company in Plymouth, MA. The second book in the series, “Abundance of Grace” came out in June 2023. The third, “Caused to Triumph”, is to be published sometime in 2024.

During the over thirty years I worked in the social services field, I met people of diverse cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds, and beliefs. Their personalities and stories have become a melting pot in my brain and from that concoction come the characters and plots for my books. They do not come from one specific person but from a melding of many.

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EPISODE 500 - Dominick Domasky - A.I. and Authors, Publishing A Book in 2025, Celebrating A Milestone

AI's Role in Content Creation
David and Dominick discussed the role of AI in content creation, particularly in writing and podcasting. They expressed concerns about the reliance on AI tools, which they believe can lead to the production of "beige" content that lacks personal stories and deep connections. They emphasized the importance of human creativity and the value of personal experiences in writing. They also discussed the potential pitfalls of using AI to generate content, such as the lack of authenticity and the inability to capture the essence of a personal story. They concluded that while AI can be a useful tool, it should not replace the creative mind of an author.

Consistency, Authenticity, and Networking Success
Dominick emphasized the importance of consistency and authenticity in achieving success, using the example of a friend who appeared on Oprah. He stressed that success requires putting in the same effort that led to success elsewhere and being consistent in sharing one's message. He also highlighted the importance of networking and reaching out to the right audience, using the example of a fantasy book author who found more success at a comic-con than at a book event. David agreed with these points, noting that the author's ability to connect with people at the comic-con was key to their success.

Persistence and Continuous Improvement
Dominick and David discussed the importance of persistence and continuous improvement in their respective endeavors. Dominick shared his experiences with various events and how he learned from them, emphasizing the value of networking and adapting to different situations. David then shared a quote from Theodore Roosevelt, "Do what you can with what you have where you are," and how it relates to authors. They both agreed on the importance of sharing one's journey, both the successes and struggles, to inspire and connect with others. David expressed his appreciation for Dominick's willingness to share his experiences and journey, which he believes helps others feel more comfortable in their own struggles.

Support, Motivation, and Podcast Growth
In the meeting, David and Dominick discussed the importance of reaching out to others for support and motivation. David expressed his gratitude towards Dominick for his consistent support and guidance. They also discussed the upcoming 500th episode of their podcast and the need for more authors to be featured. David encouraged Dominick to send him new authors who have never been on a podcast for a great first experience. They also touched on the topic of sharing content and the benefits of evergreen content. The conversation ended with both parties wishing each other a happy holiday season.

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EPISODE 499 - Sonia Chand - Memoir Author, Dropped in A Maze and Host of On the Spectrum

Are you you ready to shake things up and dive deep into a story that challenges conventional narratives? Meet Sonia Chand, a force to be reckoned with. She’s on the autism spectrum, an unapologetic mental health advocate and psychotherapist, a relentless runner, and the author of the soon-to-be-released memoir "Dropped in A Maze."

Sonia's podcast "On the Spectrum with sonia" is another thing sonia is passionate about and makes every guest she hosts feel honored.. Sonia isn’t just surviving – she's thriving in ways that defy expectations.

Her life is a testament to the power of resilience, and she’s not here to sugarcoat it. Her journey, highlighted by a feature on NBC, is a raw and unfiltered look at what it truly means to live on the autism spectrum and battle mental health challenges head-on.

As a psychotherapist, Sonia brings a unique perspective to her discussions on mental health and autism, offering not just personal insights but professional expertise.

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EPISODE 498 - Richie Billing - Fantasy Fiction, The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed Podcast, and Discord communities

About Richie Billing
The formal spiel…

Richie Billing writes all kinds of stories, but mostly fantasy fiction. His tales often explore real-world issues, zooming in on the characters and their troubles. Richie worked as a lawyer for a number of years before giving it all up to pursue writing.

His short fiction has been widely published, with one story adapted for BBC radio. And in March 2021 his debut novel,

Pariah’s Lament, was published by indie press Of Metal and Magic Publishing. Richie also hosts the podcast The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed, a venture inspired by the requests of readers of his acclaimed craft book, A Fantasy Writers’ Handbook.

When not writing, Richie works as an editor and digital marketer and teaches creative writing both online and in his home city of Liverpool. You can also find his writing in more formal publications like the Solicitors Journal. Most nights you can find him up into the early hours scribbling away or watching the NBA.

Richie’s available for interviews and guest appearances, or you can just fire him an email with your comments and curses by heading to the contact page

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EPISODE 497 - Jacob Lawson - Make It Extraordinary - 27 Life-Changing Lessons That Will Elevate You Beyond the Ordinary

Jacob Lawson is an author, speaker, personal development mentor, and serial entrepreneur who has started multiple businesses over the years, including his flooring solutions company, Extraordinary Flooring, Inc. As a graduate of “the school of hard knocks,” Jacob knows firsthand how important life experiences are, and how early mentors can continue to impact us throughout our lives. By sharing his personal stories, and the powerful lessons he learned from the mentors who taught him so much from an early age, Jacob hopes to inspire others to live Extraordinary lives. After all, why settle for ordinary when you can have so much more?

In his business, Jacob is devoted to mentoring his employees to discover their highest selves and learn to be extraordinary in all parts of their lives. Make It Extraordinary is Jacob’s answer to the call to spread that impact to a wider audience.

In addition to running his Extraordinary flooring company, Jacob enjoys spending time with his three Extraordinary daughters, Breah, Stella and Penelope. He is a devoted Extraordinary husband to his wife Maria.

Book: Make It Extraordinary!: 27 Life-Changing Lessons That Will Elevate You Beyond the Ordinary!

WHY SETTLE FOR AN ORDINARY LIFE?

Are you tired of feeling like your life is passing you by in an endless stream of mundane experiences and predictable daily routines?

Have you ever felt like there was something more waiting for you in this life if only you could find the courage to follow your dreams?

Want to learn how to push past limiting beliefs and tap into your natural talents so you can reach your full potential?

In this collection of stories about his past and the mentors who inspired him from an early age, Jacob Lawson (a.k.a. Mr. Extraordinary) shares inspiring lessons that will help you push beyond the ordinary life you’ve settled for into a new world full of possibilities.

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IN MAKE IT EXTRAORDINARY!, YOU WILL DISCOVER:

How to manage daily stress and see each day as a blessing.
Why you don’t have to settle for feeling “okay.”
How to tap into your natural talents and go above and beyond what’s expected of you to reach your highest potential.
How your passions and hobbies can turn into Extraordinary opportunities.
Why the simple question, “What can I do for you?” can help you get the things you want in life.
Stories that prove that even the biggest dreams do come true—you just have to work for them!
How to take on challenges, take your failures in stride, and get back up again so you can become the master in your chosen profession.
Make It Extraordinary! is a collection of stories that will not just entertain you, but open your eyes to the possibilities waiting for you—all you need is a sense of adventure and a willingness to seize opportunities that just might change your life!

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