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Story-Power
Hosted by Lucinda Sage-Midgorden · EN
Lucinda and her guests discuss the stories they love.
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20 Miracles and 4 Escapes from Tyranny
Oct 22Tap to summarizeScreenshot I am the author of a biography about my father’s amazing story of living as a Jewish man in Hungary when the Nazis, and later the communists, seized power. Growing up in affluence, young Ervin Wolf was forced into a labor camp, unaware that his parents were deported to Auschwitz. In Not a Real Enemy: The True Story of a Hungarian Jewish Man’s Fight for Freedom, Ervin relies on his wits and good fortune to escape the Nazis not once, but twice. Once freed, however, he finds life under communism so unbearable he must make the most daring of all escapes in the dead of a winter’s night. Not a Real Enemy is the true story of one of the most unknown chapters in the Holocaust, following the transformation of a young man as he confronts antisemitism, cruelty, kindness, despair, and hope in his journey toward freedom. The book has now won a Nautilus Book Award, a National Indie Excellence Award, a Living Now Book Award, and a Readers’ Favorite Book Award for 2023! There are many parallels with today’s world, including refugees, racism, antisemitism, 2 wars, pestilence, and a Russian invasion! The little known and poorly understood Hungarian Revolution in 1956 has been compared to the current conflict in Ukraine by some experts. If you purchase the book using the link below, I can mail you a signed copy or eBook version. A review or any suggestions would also be wonderful! Please also consider a book talk/presentation as well, if feasible. I am donating 10% of my proceeds to the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC in honor of my late parents, both Holocaust survivors. They were Holocaust and history educators throughout their lives in the free world. The book is available at that museum, the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center, as well as at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart! I have also donated copies to the Yad Vashem, the Florida Holocaust Museum, the Holocaust Museum in Johannesburg, South Africa, the Museum of History and Holocaust Education near Atlanta, Georgia, the Imperial War Museum in London, the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Michigan, as well as many other organizations. Website, Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Book purchase Lisa Tenner, Author Janice Harper, Author Amsterdam Publishers Survivors of the Shoah (1993) Available on the Schindler’s List DVD Painful Joy, Max Friedman, Story-Power episode 91 January 3, 2024 Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters, Keeper of the Flame, episode 14, September 3, 2025 The Hate You Give, Angie Thomas Affiliate link for PodMatch only PodMatchThis episode is brought to you by PodMatch, the dating service for podcasters. They introduced me to Robert J. Wolf, M.D. and I’m so glad they did. I hope you’ve enjoyed our conversation and remember that if you have a podcast or something to share with the world, check out PodMatch at my affiliate link at PodMatch and tell them Lucinda sent you. Story-Power on PatreonI’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. Celeste and I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Start By Writing What You Know But Keep Learning
Aug 13, 2025Tap to summarizeJohn DeDakis (pronounced dee-DAY-kiss) is a former editor on CNN’s “The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer.” DeDakis is the author of six novels in the Lark Chadwick mystery-suspense-thriller series. In his most recent novel, Enemies Domestic, Lark is a pregnant White House press secretary forced to make an abort-or-not-to-abort decision in a highly toxic and polarized fishbowl while dealing with an attack on the presidency. DeDakis, a former White House correspondent, is also a writing coach, manuscript editor, and podcaster. My Website Facebook LinkedIn AuthorsDen Instagram CNN Prolific Writers Life PodMatch Some affiliate links below. PodMatch If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat. Prolific Writers Life My husband, Barry and I recently joined Prolific Writers Life which offers members a variety of free online work sessions and discounts on coaching sessions with industry experts. They offer opportunities to hone your writing skills, develop your author brand, and connect with a supportive community in live events. You can participate in group chats or send private messages to members through Prolific Writers Chat. If you’ve got a writing project, or are an expert who can help members finish their writing projects, come join the community. They also have fun events like Films for Writers, which is free for anyone who wants to attend. It’s like a film club. We watch the movies about writers often with tidbits about their writing life, and then come together on the last Friday evening of every month to discuss the movie. You can check out Prolific Writers Life with a free 14 day trial to see if this the community you have been looking for. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. We think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Story-Power Celebrates Fifth Year of Sharing Inspiring Stories
Jul 16, 2025Tap to summarizeCeleste is a certified massage therapist for 30 years mostly working with people who have been injured in some way. But before that she loved stories of all kinds beginning with the family movie nights instituted by the parents she shares with Lucinda. Celeste got hooked on reading in 7th grade. Lucinda is a retired theatre instructor at the high school and college levels. She was a late bloomer to becoming an avid reader. During her Senior year in high school, she fell in love with Classic British Literature. But the love of stories sustained both Celeste and Lucinda and taught them valuable lessons, as they explain in this fifth year anniversary of Story-Power. THE Podcaster Nation, Rory Paquette Story-Power on WordPress Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters on YouTube, Facebook Barbara Cartland, (9 July 1901 – 21 May 2000) British author of contemporary and historical romance novels publishing 173 book over 72 years Centennial, James Michener, novel, (1978) TV Mini-Series The Kent Family Chronicles, John Jakes Sports Illustrated,(1954 – present) Wooden: A lifetime of Observations and Reflections On and Off the Court, John Wooden Barbie (2023), Greta Gerwig, Director The Merchant of Venice, William Shakespeare Good Will Hunting(1997), Gus Van Sant, Director Dead Poets Society (1989) Peter Weir, Director A Summer Place (1959) Delmer Daves, Director Films for Writers, a free once a month movie club on Prolific Writers Life Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC graphic novels and movies Virginia Pfau Thompson, Cochise College instructor, Story-Power episode 18 Disney Studios Medea, Euripides Les Misérables, Victor Hugo Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien Pedro Pascal, Actor Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry, Creator Star Wars, George Lucas, Creator Comic Cons, Renaissance Festivals Ted Lasso, (2020 – ) Developed by, Jason Sudeikis, Brendan Hunt, Joe Kelly, Bill Lawrence There are affiliate links in the posts below. Classic Cinema With the Sage Sisters On YouTube Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group. Prolific Writers Life My husband, Barry and I recently joined Prolific Writers Life which offers members a variety of free online work sessions and discounts on coaching sessions with industry experts. They offer opportunities to hone your writing skills, develop your author brand, and connect with a supportive community in live events. You can participate in group chats or send private messages to members through Prolific Writers Chat. If you’ve got a writing project, or are an expert who can help members finish their writing projects, come join the community. They also have fun events like Films for Writers, which is free for anyone who wants to attend, even non-members. It’s like a film club. We watch the movies about writers often with tidbits about their writing life, and then come together on the last Friday evening of every month to discuss the movie. You can check out Prolific Writers Life with a free 14 day trial to see if this the community you have been looking for. PodMatch for Podcasters If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat.
Transcribe →15 Epic Core Beliefs to Transform Challenges into Opportunities
Jul 2, 2025Tap to summarizeScreenshot Andy Campbell is a resilient survivor and inspirational author who has overcome numerous life-altering challenges – a victim of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, the loss of his mother at an early age and the eventual estrangement from his father, his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and the loss of his youngest son to suicide. Despite enduring multiple surgeries, grueling chemotherapy treatments, and the tragic loss of his youngest child, Andy has demonstrated remarkable strength and perseverance. Through his experiences, he has developed a unique perspective on resilience and the power of his 15 core beliefs. Andy lives with his wife and remains actively engaged in the lives of his three remaining adult children as he continues to support his family while managing his own health challenges. His book Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks shares the principles that have helped him navigate life’s darkest moments, offering hope and guidance to others facing adversity. You’re not alone, so let’s redefine your journey. Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks: 15 Breakthrough Core Beliefs to Transform Challenges into Opportunities! is your practical guide to resilience, peace of mind, and unshackling your potential. Website Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor E. Frankl King Solomon, Biblical Figure Some of the following paragraphs have affiliate links. PodMatch for Podcasters If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Color and Art Empower Wellness
Jun 18, 2025Tap to summarizeLisa is a dedicated creative professional committed to helping individuals uncover their soul purpose through therapeutic art practices. With a keen interest in the transformative power of color, she utilizes creative wellness to guide clients on their unique life paths. As an accomplished artist, Lisa passionately engages with her community, fostering connections that inspire creativity and personal growth. She studied wellness counseling at Cornell University in 2021. In the fall of 2024, she presented her Color Affirmation Method to educators in Minnesota at their fall conference, MNSAA (Minnesota Nonpublic School Accreditation Association) speaking on the impact of SEL through creativity. Her recent book, the Color Affirmation Workbook and Journal is the perfect partner to her Color Affirmation Deck, which reflects her expertise and enthusiasm in this field. Kindle has been asked to teach two classes at the Sea Cliff Arts Council in June of 2025 in Long Island, NY. She will also be co-hosting a women’s retreat where she will be teaching her method and leading a guided labyrinth event also in Long Island. I wrote the book, the Color Affirmation Workbook (2024) and Journal and have published an inspirational product, the Color Affirmation Deck that combines color and affirmations to promote well-being and spark creativity. More info and photos on my website www.lisakindle.com Solquest Retreat Center Facebook Group World Labyrinth Day: Walk for Peace Sanctuary Cove, Tucson, Arizona The Course in Miracles Experiment , Pam Grout Sync Steven Strogratz Constance Scharff, Story-Power Ep. 123 Gregg Braden, Bridging Science and Spirituality Notre Dame de Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth in France Grace Cathedral Labyrinth in San Francisco with a World Wide Labyrinth locator Classical or Cretan Labyrinth, Other Labyrinth types Veridtas Labyrinth Facilitator Some of the links below are affliliate links. PodMatch a Dating Service for Podcasters If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Effects of the Truth Behind the Secrets
Jun 4, 2025Tap to summarizeSandra Schnakenburg is a dual American/Australian citizen. Sandy earned a BS in finance and international business at Arizona State University and an MBA specializing in finance and accounting at the University of Southern California. She left a career in corporate finance in 2010 to study creative nonfiction. She has completed writing courses at Rice University, Writespace, and The Writers University in Houston. When not writing, you will find Sandra enjoying her family, nature, hiking, skiing, biking, cooking, yoga and walking her dogs. She and her husband, Karl, currently split their time between Houston, Texas and Park City, Utah. About The Housekeeper’s Secret Secrets. We all have them. We all love to discover them. We all turn the pages until that secret is revealed. For Sandra Schnakenburg, the secrets she found out about her beloved housekeeper, Lee, were overwhelming. Driven by Lee’s dying wish, Sandy’s simple investigative journey intensifies when she serendipitously discovers Lee’s past and true identity, a gut-wrenching truth hidden for three decades from her family. On her deathbed, Lee asks Sandy to write her story— a story Lee would often bellow over the years “no one would ever believe!” No word from the story was spoken, even after decades of pestering Lee to the point of anger for details about her past. Years later, Lee’s request sends the author on a deeply emotional journey to find the truth, unearthing shocking secrets about her cherished housekeeper’s past and revelations about her own childhood.Ultimately, The Housekeeper’s Secret is a poignant testament to love and survival, revealing the resilience of the human spirit. Sandra’s Website Melrose Plantation, Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana Manteno State Mental Hospital Manteno Township in Kankakee County, Illinois Affiliate links below. PodMatch a Dating Service for Podcasters If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Stories That Connect the Product to the Right Costumers
May 21, 2025Tap to summarize“Christian Schu is a dedicated filmmaker who sees filmmaking and advertising as storytelling arts. Since starting commercial filmmaking in 2015, he has focused on creating narratives that deeply engage viewers through emotion. His career includes work in virtual studios, sports events like the WTA Mallorca Open, and collaborations with German business speakers. Since 2019, he has been producing visually stunning content for top hi-fi brands including Focal Naim, Bowers & Wilkins, and Bang & Olufsen. Christian’s passion for storytelling began with childhood Lego play, now translating into impactful, award-winning cinematic work.“ Web: https://christian-schu.com https://instagram.com/christian_schu_film https://www.facebook.com/christianschu.official https://linkedin.com/company/christianschu Seconds in Eternity Short Feature looking for a Film Festival. Watch the trailer at secondsineternity.com WTA – Women’s Tennis Association Tribeca Film Festival Affiliate links below. PodMatch If you are a podcaster, or have a message or fantastic product you want to share with the world, I encourage you to check out PodMatch. I call them a dating service for podcasters. Use the affiliate link and tell them, Lucinda sent you. Then contact me so we can set up a Story-Power chat. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →How NOT to Make a Movie
May 7, 2025Tap to summarizeOver the course of his writing and producing career, Alan Katz has written movies and TV shows like HBO’s iconic Tales From The Crypt. Entertainment Weekly called the first season of his “The How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast” the “Best Film Podcast of 2022”. He realized at that point that he’d become the thing he always wanted to be when he grew up: a podcaster. Website, LinkedIn, Patreon NOTE: My conversation with Alan was so extensive that I have chosen to publish only the most important people, agencies, and entertainment in these show notes. William Morris Agency Gilbert Adler, Director, Producer HBO productions Gil and Alan worked on: Tales from the Crypt, Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight, Bordello of Blood Joel Silver, Producer Walter Hill, Producer, Writer, Director Robert Zemeckis, Producer, Director Richard Donner, Director, Producer, Actor Kevin Yagher, Special Effects makeup John Kassir, voice of the Crypt Keeper William (Bill) Gaines, EC Comics, Mad (Magazine) Lauren Shuler Donner, Producer, Actor The Outer Limits (1995 – 2002) “Dads from the Crypt”, podcast Entertainment Weekly “How NOT to Make a Movie”, podcast with Alan Katz “The Donor” by Costard & Touchstone Productions, Inc. “The Hall Closet” podcast, Hallcloset.com, Costard & Touchstone Productions, Inc. “Sage Wellness Within” podcast with Dr. Andrea Thorpe Karen L. Moran, Story-Power episode 111, October 9, 2024, Book, Forever Tourmaline Barry Josephson, an Executive Producer of Bones TCM, (Turner Classic Movies) Singing in the Rain, Donald O’Connor Coming podcasts, *A Secret War” with Manilla Chan, “Just the Photographer”, with David Swanson Some of the links below are affiliate links. PodMatch a Dating Service for Podcasters This episode is brought to you by PodMatch, the dating service for podcasters. They introduced me to Alan Katz, and I’m so glad they did. I hope you’ve enjoyed our conversation and remember that if you have a podcast or something to share with the world, check out PodMatch at my affiliate link at PodMatch and tell them Lucinda sent you. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Make Bad Art
Apr 23, 2025Tap to summarizeThis post contains affiliate links. Nancy Norbeck has been singing almost since birth, and she wrote her first story when she was in fourth grade. She is a Master Certified Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coach who knows everyone is creative, including those who insist they’re not. Her podcast, Follow Your Curiosity, inspires listeners by exploring guests’ creative journeys and offering insights into the creative process. She lives in New Jersey and loves to travel, especially via a good book. For more information on current projects, the podcast and coaching opportunities, please visit fycurosity.com or follow her on Instagram and TikTok @fycuriosity or Twitter @fycuriositypod. Get unstuck with my Creative Tune-Up, which helps anyone who’s blocked at any stage of their process reconnect with their creative energy. And check out the Follow Your Curiosity podcast for more inspiration and insights! X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, The Spark Substack Follow Your Curiosity, Creative Pep Talk Make Bad Art course Alan Katz, Hollywood writer and novelist, Story-Power guest May 7, 2025 Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Prolific Writers Life 9 Ways a Theatre Degree Trumps a Business Degree Repost of original post September 13, 2013 The Silver Child, Nancy Norbeck Rahna Reiko Rizzuto Rachel Pollack, Science Fiction, Comic book writer The Space Between Time, Lucinda Sage-Midgorden Nancy’s newsletter The Sparkon Substack Doctor. Who, (1963 – 1989) Multiple movies and relaunch in (2005 – present) xkcd Webcomic, (2005) Randall Munroe The Year of Yes, Shanda Rhimes Yes Man (2008) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschnel, Bradley Cooper Sage Woman Chronicles, Lucinda Sage-Midgorden blog and website PodMatch a Dating Service for Podcasters This episode is brought to you by PodMatch, the dating service for podcasters. They introduced me to Nancy Norbeck, and I’m so glad they did. I hope you’ve enjoyed our conversation and remember that if you have a podcast or something to share with the world, check out PodMatch at my affiliate link at PodMatch and tell them Lucinda sent you. Story-Power on Patreon I’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Prolific Writers Life My husband, Barry and I recently joined Prolific Writers Life which offers members a variety of free online work sessions and discounts on coaching sessions with industry experts. They offer opportunities to hone your writing skills, develop your author brand, and connect with a supportive community in live events. You can participate in group chats or send private messages to members through Prolific Writers Chat. If you’ve got a writing project, or are an expert who can help members finish their writing projects, come join the community. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
Transcribe →Becoming a Ditigal Nomad
Apr 9, 2025Tap to summarizeThis post contains affiliate links. Amy Suto began her career as a Hollywood TV writer before hitting the road and becoming a digital nomad and freelance writer, which was the subject of her nonfiction book Six-Figure Freelance Writer: A Holistic Guide on Finding Freedom in Freelancing. The Nomad Detective: Volume I is Amy’s debut work of fiction, and marks the start of the book series following Detective Violet Chase. Amy runs a Substack newsletter called From the Desk of Amy Suto about how to carve your path as a working writer. When she’s not writing, Amy travels the world and works remotely from cafes in Cusco, Peru—or is misplacing her AirPods in Lisbon, Portugal. You can learn more about Amy at: AmySuto.com. X, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Amy’s Website Amy’s books, Six Figure Freelance Writer: A Holistic Guide on Finding Freedom in Freelancing, The Nomad Detective: Volume 1 The Dead Rock Stars, Jay Watson and Kyle Wiltshire Amy’s Substack newsletter, “From the Desk of Amy Suto Cusco, Peru, The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Madeira Island, Portugal the city of Ponta do Sol Afytos, Greece, Peninsula of Kassandreia Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing Vellum Software Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Author, Agatha Christie Wondercraft.ai Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters, on YouTube Substack Beehiiv PodMatch for PodcastersThis episode is brought to you by PodMatch, the dating service for podcasters. They introduced me to Amy Suto, and I’m so glad they did. I hope you’ve enjoyed our conversation and remember that if you have a podcast or something to share with the world, check out PodMatch at my affiliate link at PodMatch and tell them Lucinda sent you. Story-Power on PatreonI’m so passionate about stories that I created the Story-Power Patreon Community so I’d have an excuse to talk story with other story lovers. Patreon is $5 a month for content not found on the Story-Power podcast, or on my Sage Woman Blog. They have recently instituted a free tier so you can try it out before you buy. If you’re passionate about stories, and want to talk about what you’ve learned from your favorites, come join me at patreon.com/StoryPower. Let’s share what we’ve learned from the stories we love. Classic Cinema with the Sage Sisters Stories are a huge part of the way humans communicate with each other. I think all stories are allegories where we can learn all kinds of important things, not the least of which is how to understand ourselves and others better. The best stories can be told over and over from one generation to the next and still teach great lessons. Emotional Intelligence and critical thinking are two of those lessons. Celeste and I think there are many classic movies that show us the progression of where humanity is today and we want to share them with you. Shakespeare was right, “All the world is a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The stories we tell and consume are us trying to figure out who we are, why we’re here, who we want to be, and the kind of world we want to live in. Come join the conversation on YouTube and our Facebook group.
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