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Ep 420: Soul-changing reads with staying power
What Should I Read Next? - February 27, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsToday, Anne talks with Courtney Dezahd about discovering themes in her reading and finding novels that will stick with her long after she turns the last page. Courtney is a marketing professional and a mom whose reading tastes range from World War I history to outdoor survival stories and beyond...
Recognizing the Value: Embracing The New
SoTellUs Time - February 27, 2024 09:30 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn the fast-paced world of business, it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind, focusing solely on the tasks at hand without pausing to consider the bigger picture. Yet, in doing so, we risk overlooking valuable opportunities that lie just beyond our routine activities. The story of a childc...
Chowder Chat 6.5: Black History Month Books
Cedar Mill & Bethany Libraries Podcasts - February 26, 2024 16:09 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThe teen council met in February 2024 to discuss their favorite recent reads by Black authors. Books discussed are: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn Piecing Me Together by Renée Watson Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds Dangerous Ones by Lauren Blackwood (publishes in May 2024) Cameron Battle and t...
Abyss Spotlight on Black Horror Writers
Staring Into the Abyss: A Podcast - February 22, 2024 05:01 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsIt's time, Abyss time!!! On this week's episode the Abyss crew sit down to spotlight some of their favorite Black horror writers and their books. Before the deep dive they discuss All the Fiends of Hell by Adam Nevill, Maurice Broaddus' Knights of Breton Court, The Kill List, Mark Russell's Cere...
123: Debut Novels We Loved, Part 2
Reading Through Life - February 21, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: Debut novels are so exciting! Can you imagine being a writer and getting your book out into the world for the first time? We love supporting debut authors and today we’re sharing more debut novels we’ve loved (check out episode 74 of the podcast for part 1) and a few we’re excited ...
Ep 419: Romance is my entire personality
What Should I Read Next? - February 20, 2024 11:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsToday's guest Farrah Rochon is passionate about the romance genre, Disney, and the city of New Orleans (among other things), and today Farrah and Anne dive into all of the juicy details. Farrah is a prolific romance author with 45 books to her name, so you may be as surprised as we were to learn...
Effective vs. Efficient: Understanding the Crucial Difference for Business Owners
SoTellUs Time - February 20, 2024 09:30 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsAs business owners, we often find ourselves juggling multiple tasks, striving to make the most of our resources and time. In this quest for productivity, two terms frequently come into play: effective and efficient. While they may seem interchangeable at first glance, understanding the disparity...
Grasshands with Kyle Winker and Laurel Hightower
Staring Into the Abyss: A Podcast - February 15, 2024 05:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsHey kids! You have your moss ready? Good, because you'll need it when the Abyss gang chat with Kyle Winkler and Laurel Hightower about Winkler's Grasshands! Before they dive into libraries and nature, they discuss the last issue of Vastarien, Hailey Piper's Even the Worm Will Turn, From the Bell...
Ep 418: Swipe right for book love
What Should I Read Next? - February 13, 2024 11:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsAmy Rohn joins Anne to talk about literal literary matchmaking: the ups and downs of her life as a reader in search of real-life romance. We’re exploring what she looks for in a partner, whether they’re a reader or not, and truly baffling stories from her attempts at talking to men on dating apps...
Harnessing Automation: A Smart Investment for Business Growth
SoTellUs Time - February 13, 2024 09:30 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn today's fast-paced business landscape, staying ahead of the competition requires more than just innovative products or services—it demands efficient and streamlined operations. One avenue of innovation that businesses can invest in to achieve this is automation. Let's delve into why automati...
The Wishing Pool - Tananarive Due
Staring Into the Abyss: A Podcast - February 08, 2024 05:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsAhhh yeah!!! You can't escape the Abyss! The Abyss crew is back and discussing Tananarive Due's The Wishing Pool. Before they tell you why you should be careful what you wish for, they chat up True Detective, American Fiction, Cobra Kai, Adam Nevill's All the Fiends of Hell, The Hangman Feeds th...
122: What We Read in January + Important News
Reading Through Life - February 07, 2024 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: Hip, hip, hooray! It’s reading recap time again. Here are 10 books we read in the month of January. If you’d like to hear the rest of the book we read, you should become a patron and listen to our Overflow episode coming out this Friday. Cheers! Click here to join us on Patre...
Ep 417: Hygge books for cozy winter reading
What Should I Read Next? - February 06, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsWintry books and seasonally inspired reads are a common passion for readers worldwide, whether you're currently in our northern hemisphere winter, or you're experiencing another season right now. Today's guest has a deep love for all things hygge and winter, and this is absolutely reflected in th...
Expectations in Marketing: The Road to Realistic Returns
SoTellUs Time - February 06, 2024 09:30 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn the realm of marketing, setting the right expectations isn't just beneficial; it's essential. Understanding and realistically anticipating your returns is akin to navigating a ship with a reliable compass—you're much less likely to find yourself adrift, waiting for a windfall that will never...
Ep 499 - The Marvels, Griselda, Supergirl Discussion & More
Down And Nerdy Podcast - February 01, 2024 04:34 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsIt's the week before our landmark 500th episode, and we have some catching up to do! The Marvels has finally landed on DigitalHD, and we've waiting long enough to share our review. We also dive into the world of ruthless cartels with our review of the Netflix limited series, Griselda, based on th...
121: Notable Book Quotes
Reading Through Life - January 31, 2024 08:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: When you’re reading a book, do you ever find yourself struck by the profound beauty of the writing? Because we definitely do. You can find us jotting down quotes that speak to us in some way and saving them for later. In this episode, we’re sharing 16 of those notable book quotes w...
Ep 416: Compelling, emotionally honest storytelling
What Should I Read Next? - January 30, 2024 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsIn today's conversation, Anne helps Reagan Jackson find compelling reads that tell good stories. Reagan is a Seattle-based journalist and co-executive director of Young Women Empowered. She’s also the author of the forthcoming book, Still True: The Evolution of a Reluctant Journalist, which tells...
Strategically Scaling Your Business: The Importance of Maximizing Before Expanding
SoTellUs Time - January 29, 2024 23:20 - 17 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn the relentless pursuit of growth, businesses often leap into expansion without fully maximizing their existing operations. Today, we'll explore why it's crucial to optimize what you currently have before branching out. This approach not only solidifies your foundation but also ensures sustain...
120: Underrated Backlist Books
Reading Through Life - January 24, 2024 08:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: Our most downloaded episode ever was about books that we think need more love. So, in today’s episode we figured we’d share some more books that are underrated and deserve all the praise and attention. Plus, these are backlist titles, so they should be easier to find at the library...
Ep 415: Reading + wintering
What Should I Read Next? - January 23, 2024 11:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsNatalie Nava's guest submission caught our team's eye as a particularly timely topic for January: she was eager to talk to Anne about reading as it relates to wintering, burnout, and recovery. After a decade of working in social advocacy, Natalie realized back in 2020 that she was dealing with s...
Pulling the Plug: Knowing When to Let Go in Business
SoTellUs Time - January 23, 2024 09:30 - 13 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn the bustling business world, we often find ourselves entrenched in routines and relationships that have long lost their purpose or value. It's easy to fall into the trap of doing things just because they've always been done that way, even when they no longer make sense. Today, we delve into t...
Ep 498 - La Brea S3 & Belgravia Interviews, Marvel's Echo & More
Down And Nerdy Podcast - January 21, 2024 16:25 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsWe have some exciting new interviews for you this week! We'll start off be jumping back into the world of La Brea with Chiké Okonkwo, who plays Ty on the show, as he gets us ready for the pivotal episode of this final season of the show. Find our more about why Ty made the decisions that he made ...
Chowder Chat 6.4: Student Writing Group Ad Meliora
Cedar Mill & Bethany Libraries Podcasts - January 18, 2024 18:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsOn January 8, 2024, the Teen Library Council interviewed the student writing group, Ad Meliora. They talk about what writing contests they have and the workshops they teach. They also share some of their favorite reads. Ad Meliora website Books discussed: Babel Minor Feelings Pachinko...
119: Books We’re Recommending to Each Other
Reading Through Life - January 17, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: They say opposites attract, right? Well, we couldn’t be more opposite with our reading tastes. So, we’re doing what makes total sense and recommending books to each other. Tune in for our tailored book recs and tell us how we did. Click here to join us on Patreon for exclus...
Ep 414: Reading on a budget and thriving
What Should I Read Next? - January 16, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsToday’s guest reached out seeking help with a specific reading dilemma. We loved her request, and we’re sure it's something many readers have experienced. Amy's joining Anne on the show today from her Vermont home on 11 acres where she homeschools her teenager, works as a part-time sustainability...
Ethical Business: Putting Clients First for Long-Term Success
SoTellUs Time - January 16, 2024 09:30 - 15 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn the realm of business, prioritizing client needs and establishing trust are not just ethical practices but strategic imperatives for sustainable growth. Today's discussion revolves around the significance of putting clients and potential clients first, and how this approach can lead to increa...
118: What We Read in December (2023)
Reading Through Life - January 10, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsShow notes: Hey friends! Happy New Year! We’re thrilled to be back in your ears after our holiday break. Today, we’re giving you a recap of what we read in December. In case you need a refresher, this means we’re reviewing 5 books each that we read in the month. Here’s to more reading in 2024!...
Ep 413: Literary trends and publishing predictions for 2024
What Should I Read Next? - January 09, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 4.9K ratingsYou're likely familiar with the work of today's guest: literary agent Elisabeth Weed, of the boutique literary agency The Book Group. Elisabeth has had a hand in bringing you many recent popular titles, and today she and Anne talking about the current literary landscape. From the trends Elisabeth...
Stop Comparing! Embrace Today for a Brighter Tomorrow
SoTellUs Time - January 09, 2024 09:30 - 9 minutes ★★★★ - 10 ratingsIn today's discussion, we delve into the critical topic of why it's imperative to cease comparing the present to the past. The year 2023 echoed with the voices of numerous business owners lamenting over how they compared the year with its predecessors. Common refrains included: "I'm only doing ...
SPECIAL EDITION - Best Interview Moments of 2023
Down And Nerdy Podcast - January 04, 2024 00:03 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsBetter late than never to ring in the New Year, right!? It's our annual tradition of looking, and listening, back to some of our favorite interview moments of 2023. Hear from guests talk about FROM, Superman & Lois, The Flash, Marvel and much more. Will your favorite make the cut? You'll have to ...
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