The Experience: Conversations with Creatives

Steve Kamb, author and founder of Nerd Fitness, is on the podcast! In this episode, we talk about what goes into writing a nonfiction book proposal, how he built Nerd Fitness, why he decided to (sorta) demote himself at his own company, his super power of naive optimism, the importance of empathy when talking about health, navigating imposter syndrome, and more.

Also - bonus conversation at the end about The Last of Us!

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Music: Milton Gardner

This episode is an absolute must-listen for new sci-fi/fantasy authors looking for their first publishing credit!

Andrew Winch, author and Editor-in-Chief of Havok Publishing, joins the podcast to talk about flash fiction, the most common mistakes he sees from new writers, the satisfaction he gets from helping other people tell their stories, and whether writing is something you have to be "born with."

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Music: Milton Gardner

E.A. Hendryx is probably my most prolific guest yet. In this episode, she talks about how she used her passion for writing to start generating income, the reason she's been able to write hundreds(!) of books, and her newest YA science fantasy novel, Suspended in the Stars.

Go support E.A. Hendryx's (already extremely successful) Kickstarter for Suspended in the Stars!

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Music: Milton Gardner

Creative director and worship leader Drew Carroll talks about strategies for (and the importance of) more effective rest, his definition of success and how he listens for God's voice.

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Filmmakers Kaleb and Kyler Cook, co-creators of Twinbolt Media, talk about facing down the giants in our lives, the power of unexpected advantages, and the importance of having a high standard for faith-based art. They also discuss their award-winning short film, The Tenth, and their upcoming series, David: A King's Calling.

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Music: Milton Gardner

Author Tabitha Caplinger talks about how she managed to successfully switch publishers in the middle of a series, strategies for getting off the "train" of negative thoughts, recognizing the lie by filling yourself with the truth, and how she's helping people live chosen.

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Music: Milton Gardner

Shawn Cartwright, Owner and Operator of Cartwright Creative Craftworks, joins the podcast to talk about the decision to move away from his career as a minister to become a full-time maker, how he dealt with the struggle of feeling there was something else for his life, and his advice for people who know they're not where they belong.

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Music: Milton Gardner

Author Kara Swanson talks about engaging in fandom as a missionary kid, the value of being competitive with yourself, how patience and perserverance can coexist, why she started in indie publishing, and how she came up with the idea for her award-winning Peter Pan retellings, Dust and Shadow.

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Music: Milton Gardner

It's the year-end episode! Authors Andrew Swearingen and Andy Sheehan join the podcast to talk about our writers' journeys (and struggles) so far, platform building, how 2022 went for all of us, and what we're looking forward to in the new year.

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Guests: Andrew Swearingen and Andy Sheehan

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Music: Milton Gardner

Dove award-nominated image consultant, brand manager, and pro drummer Luke Robinson joins the podcast to talk about growing up in a musical family, the joy of putting other creatives in their best light, and how he helps artists discover their true selves.

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Hosts: Clint Hall

Guest: Luke Robinson

Producer: Clint Hall

Music: Milton Gardner