*Disclaimer* This episode features a discussion about sexual trauma. Listener discretion is advised.*

In Sarah Burke's first new episode of 2026, she welcomes friend and broadcast colleague Angela Stever. She shares her journey into comedy and writing, releasing a young adult fantasy novel titled Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon. They discuss Angela's journey from radio to writing, the challenges of self-promotion, and the personal experiences that shaped her storytelling. The conversation also touches on the creative process, the influence of other authors, and the importance of personal growth and healing after leaving a long-term career and traumatic experience in media.

More About Angela Stever and her work:

Angela Stever is a creative force both on and off the stage. The mother of two started performing stand-up comedy in 2013 during her 20-year radio and television career in Kingston, Ontario. Her comedy has been described as raw, real and relatable. Stever is a Yoga teacher, voice-over actor and an author. She published a Young Adult Fantasy novel in 2021, Conquering the Divide: The Legend of Barsicon. When she's not writing, you can find her knitting or drumming with her band, HAG.

LINKS: 

https://www.angelastever.com/

https://www.tiktok.com/@angela.stever

https://www.instagram.com/ange.stever

See Angela's band HAG at the Broom Factory on January 25th:

https://ticketscene.ca/events/57308/

Angela Stever Opening for Mark Forward at the Kingston Canadian Film Festival February 27th:

https://ticketscene.ca/events/57685/

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and Background

(02:30) The Journey to Writing and Promotion

(05:12) Exploring the World of Barsecon

(09:37) The Creative Process and Writing Discipline

(14:08) Influences and Inspirations

(20:56) Reinventing After Radio: Personal Growth and Healing

(23:07) The Impact of Disability on Life Choices

(25:48) A Personal Story of Trauma and Resilience

(29:28) The Struggle for Justice in the Workplace

(33:34) Healing Through Yoga and Self-Discovery

(38:46) Finding Humor in Adversity

(43:25) Empowering Others Through Storytelling

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