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Jacqui recounts revisiting Orkney Island’s 5,000-year-old Maeshowe tomb, including Viking runic “graffiti,” and describes managing claustrophobia. Hear about an encounter with a surprise patron at the McLean & Eakin bookstore in Petoskey. Jacqui will be appearing at the Holland Literary Festival on September 12, 2026. Jacqui gives a callout to writers to submit their short stories for consideration to be featured on the podcast. Naomi Kutner’s The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening is reviewed.

Here are links mentioned in the newsletter:

www.Jacquilents.com 

Story Share Form

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJbL03dUMRa1amHt3vTPFF9Rxa6X2GZIDublu3op-Oh-rAMQ/viewform 

Episode 69 - Story Share - Moving

 https://www.jacquilents.com/podcast-eps/story-share-moving 

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https://www.jacquilents.com/bookrecs 

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This is the audio version of the June 2026 Chatterbox newsletter. Jacqui talks about her trip to Scotland, upcoming author events, what is happening in her Work In Progress (The Betty Project), and gives a comfort read book recommendation.

Here are links to some of the videos mentioned in the newsletter:

Foyers Falls and Store

https://youtube.com/shorts/S0_wvkQLzgg

Highland Games

https://youtube.com/shorts/X2XucRQ8rwY

https://youtube.com/shorts/PxpXtRUpXsw

Bagpipes

https://youtube.com/shorts/7VYF5no5GTY

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Jacqui shares an impromptu interview from her two-week holiday in Scotland after visiting Foyers Waterfall and warming up in the local cafe. She talks with Olivia Grant, operations manager of Boleskine Community Care, a charity that recently bought the Foyers shop, cafe, and post office. Olivia explains that the community purchased the only shop on a 35-mile stretch to prevent it from becoming an Airbnb and to preserve essential services and social connections in a rural area. They are raising £60,000 in community shares for working capital. Hear about author updates and upcoming events, plans more Scotland episodes in the fall, invites story submissions, and shares a small win of folding laundry.

Info/links:

Foyers Stores & Cafe

https://www.instagram.com/foyers_stores_and_cafe/ 

https://www.facebook.com/foyersfalls/ 

How to Invest

https://www.foyerscommunitystores.com/share-offer 

Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following.

www.JacquiLents.com

FB: Jacqui Lents Author (link)

IG: @JacquiLents

YouTube: @JacquiLents

Music used for this episode includes –

Magnificent Scotland by Geoff Harvey

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Always – Nesrality

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Warning: This is what happens when the podcast editor (Jacqui) takes off, and we’re left with raw audio.

Jacqui returns after a winter break from podcasting and writing. She recharged in January by reading heavily and shares where listeners can find her book recommendations. She embraces a more “middle of the road” mindset, inspired by Melanie Sanders’ “We Do Not Care Club,” and recounts a funny “bra off” flexibility story with a friend. After a reality check, she ramps up work on The Betty Project (book two in the Cobb Project series) aiming for 10,000 words a week and hitting 30,000 words in three weeks. Find out about the Third Coast Author and Book Festival in Grand Haven on March 21. Jacqui rambles about how love songs can fit friendships, playlists for her books, and her uncertain plan for season five.

Mentioned in the episode:

Melani Sanders - The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook

Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are

JJ Heller - Better Together

Indie Elliott & Paul Stanborough - Better Together

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Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound

Always – Nesrality

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In this heartwarming and humorous episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, Jacqui highlights two captivating non-fiction stories: Lisa Morrow’s vivid tale of shopping for a wedding dress in Istanbul from her book 'Exploring Turkish Landscapes', and Susan Rashid Horn’s comical adventure navigating a Mexican market. 

Info/links from guest

Lisa Morrow

www.insideoutinistanbul.com

https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutInIstanbul

@IOIILisaMorrow

@goreme1990.bsky.social

https://www.instagram.com/insideoutinistanbul/

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Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound

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In this episode of Jacqui Just Chatters, host Jacqui interviews author Veronica Leigh. They discuss their journeys with celebrating small victories and the struggle of dealing with health issues. Leigh opens up about her struggles with agoraphobia and their impact on her life. She also shares insights into her novel, 'The Keeper of Lost Daughters,' its historical context, and the inspiration behind her upcoming trilogy about a lady sheriff in 1930s Indiana. 

Links:

 website is: http://veronicaleighauthor.wordpress.com

 FB page is: http://www.facebook.com/veronicaleighauthor

 instagram is: http://www.instagram.com/veronicaleighauthor

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Warning: Adult Language Used

Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and HBO’s The Gilded Age

In this lively episode of the 'Jacqui Just Chatters' podcast, hostess Jacqui Lents dives into the quirky and competitive world of 1913 Newport society, where debutantes danced for miles to win a jeweled pedometer. Joined by guests Hillary and Mandy, they explore the fascinating and humorous history of pedometer dancing and reflect on modern fitness fads and historical wealth disparities. The episode offers a blend of historical anecdotes, personal stories, and insightful discussions on the frivolities and extravagances of the Gilded Age.

Info/links from topic:

https://www.loc.gov/resource/sn85038615/1913-08-24/ed-1/?sp=52&q=Fad&r=-0.024,0.201,0.513,0.307,0 

https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/surveillance-and-the-secret-history-of-19th-century-wearable-tech/

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In this episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, host Jacqui shares three heartwarming and inspiring stories submitted by talented women writers. The first story by Kristie Hayes chronicles her journey with a high-energy dog that leads her to form a unique bond with an eclectic group of neighbors. Laura Garden's essay conveys the mesmerizing natural wonders and challenges of conservation work in Queensland, Australia. Holly Gutwillinger offers a fictional tale centered around a rekindled childhood connection and the emotional journey of opening one's heart anew. 

Info/links from guests:

Laura Garden

@lauragardenwrites

bluesky: @lauragarden.bsky.social 

Substack: https://lauragarden.substack.com/

Holly Gutwillinger

hollybrisson.substack.com  

Instagram @ rambling_from_the_little_shed

https://ramblingsfromthelittleshed.com/ 

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Music used for this episode includes –

Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound

Always – Nesrality

Please Calm My Mind – music for video

Calm Piano Music – Clavier Music

Emotional Piano Music – SigmaMusicArt

Sedative - music for video

Calm Solo Piano Music – Prelude SigmaMusicArt

Breeze - Clavier Music

Inspiring Piano Music – ProductionMusic

Deep – Ruslan Sikunov

Soft Bird sound -  u svsdvj1jb8

Celtic Harp – jumping bunny

Classical Strings Violin Music Original soundtrack

Cosy Quirky Comedy – Nikita Kondrashev

Quiet Life – alana Jordan

Under the Sky – Hoggy Art

Can’t Get You Out of my Mind – poulj

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In this episode of 'Jacqui Just Chatters,' host Jacqui Lents is joined by Eve Simon, the founder of Eve Simon Creative and co-host of the 'Gen X Stories' podcast. They discuss a range of topics from the significance of small wins in life to the importance of storytelling. Eve shares personal anecdotes about grieving the loss of her father and how small victories have helped her cope. The conversation also delves into the power of recognizing and celebrating small achievements, supporting others, and being mindful of the impact one has on the world. This heartfelt episode underscores the importance of cherishing life's little moments and the therapeutic nature of storytelling.

Eve's Website

Eve's Podcast - Gen X Stories

https://hr.umn.edu/supervising/news/Small-Wins-Big-Impact-Recognizing-and-Celebrating-Progress-Work

https://www.lochby.com/blogs/blog/why-celebrate-small-wins?srsltid=AfmBOoqem24rWSV4Ui980ILCieYJ3QRa-bScXhW7A2so2KSu3jlwtGg6 

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In this episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, host Jacqui gathers listeners for a cozy session of storytelling. This episode of the Story Share series features two remarkable short stories: 'A Romance in an Unromantic Place' by Wil Emerson and 'Interwoven' by Shirley Hay. These tales explore themes of resilience, connection, and love in the face of adversity. Their deeply human narratives invite listeners to find inspiration and warmth in each character's journey. The episode concludes with a note of gratitude to the contributing authors and a teaser for the next episode, which focuses on small wins, featuring guest Eve Simon from the Gen X Stories podcast.

 Info/links from guests:

Wil A. Emerson

www.wilemerson.com 

https://www.facebook.com/wil.emerson

Shirley Hay

https://www.instagram.com/shirleyhaywrites/

https://www.facebook.com/shirley.hay.1420

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Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound

Always – Nesrality

Country adventure Dvir Silverstone 

Country drive alanajordan

Sad piano background music Tunetank

Dedpression krym1964

Instrumental Acoustic Guitar Music Tunetank

Sad piano instrumental background music trtasfiq

Bittersweet - Instrumental surfohi

Echos of us techbharti

Falling into place HoggyArt