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The Molten Truth
Hosted by Zoey Michaels · EN
The Molten Truth podcast is about people who have faced daunting, traumatic, and/or life changing episodes in their lives. They have figuratively gone through trial by fire and been broken down to their truest core to rebuild and come back stronger - often taking their life in a direction they never before imagined. Zoey Michaels is a writer and the host of The Molten Truth. For more information visit zoeymichaels.com RSSVERIFY
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From Texarkana to the Apocalypse: The Wild Worlds of D.C. Gomez
May 900:51:16Tap to summarizeWhat do you get when you mix a talking cat, a reluctant “cat lady,” small-town Texas, and a million free books? A wildly entertaining conversation with author D.C. Gomez.In this episode, Zoey Michaels chats with D.C. about her quirky characters, urban fantasy worlds, and the hilarious inspiration behind her Cat Lady series. They swap stories about moving around, finding your voice, and how real life (even the weird parts) sneaks into fiction.D.C. also opens up about her writing journey, managing multiple book series, and learning to celebrate small wins—plus the truth behind that unforgettable million-book giveaway.Expect laughs, writing insights, and a whole lot of personality in this fun and honest episode.
Transcribe →The Wednesday Club: Finding Courage, Community, and Your Voice Later in Life
May 200:50:09Tap to summarizeIn this heartfelt episode, Zoey Michaels sits down with debut novelist Kristine Jensen to explore the journey of writing her first book later in life—and the courage it takes to finally put your story into the world. Inspired by real-life women’s clubs from the 1960s, Wednesday Club celebrates friendship, resilience, and the power of community. From navigating self-publishing and avoiding scams to building meaningful connections (even on airplanes), this conversation is a reminder that it’s never too late to start over—and that the right people can change everything.
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What the World Could Not See
Apr 3000:05:28Tap to summarizeWhat the world sees... isn't always the full story.In this powerful bonus episode, the lives of Gilda Radner and Chadwick Boseman reveal a shared Truth about illness that often goes unnoticed.Her symptoms didn't make sense - but she refused to ignore them. His struggle remained unseen - carried with a strength few could comprehend.Different paths. Different choices. But both shaped by something the world could not see.This episode explores the space between what is visible...and what is real - where persistence, intuition, and resilience can make all the difference.Because sometimes, the most important signals aren't the ones others recognize - they're the ones you feel, long before anyone else does.
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Invisible Weight, Silent Strength
Apr 3000:03:57Tap to summarizeThe episode discusses the private battle of an actor with cancer, highlighting the impact of his privacy on public awareness and the misconception of equating fitness with health.TakeawaysPrivacy and illnessImpact of privacy on public awarenessChapters00:00 Introduction and Content Warning
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Listening to Symptoms that Don't Make Sense
Apr 2800:05:04Tap to summarizeAn actress, known for her gift of laughter, experienced unexplained symptoms that led to an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Her openness about her illness changed the conversation around diagnosis and increased awareness about ovarian cancer. Listening to the body's signals and the impact of awareness are key takeaways from her story.TakeawaysImportance of listening to the body's signalsThe impact of increased awareness around ovarian cancerChapters00:00 The Gift of Laughter
Transcribe →Why We Ignore What We Know Is Right (And How Sci-Fi Exposes It)
Apr 2500:50:23Tap to summarizeWhy We Ignore What We Know Is Right (And How Sci-Fi Exposes It)Award-winning sci-fi writer Lance Robinson joins the show to talk about the uncomfortable truth at the heart of his stories: humans often know what to do—but don’t do it. Through fascinating concepts like nomadic planets and environmental collapse, this episode blends storytelling, psychology, and creativity into a conversation that’s as entertaining as it is thought-provoking.
Transcribe →Writers of the Future: A Supportive Community
Apr 2500:00:52Tap to summarizeThe conversation covers the Writers of the Future workshop in Los Angeles and the supportive community of writers that the program fosters. It also highlights the exchange of feedback and critique among writers.TakeawaysWriters of the Future workshop in Los AngelesSupportive community of writersChapters00:00 Writers of the Future Workshop in Los Angeles
Transcribe →Five Days Until Sunset: The Nomadic Challenge
Apr 2500:05:16Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the concept of tidally locked planets in science fiction and the challenges of living on such planets. It explores the premise of a tidally locked planet, the revelation about the planet's rotation, and the challenges faced by the characters living on the planet. Additionally, it discusses the possibilities of new world building in the context of such planets.TakeawaysTidally locked planets in science fictionChallenges of living on a tidally locked planetChapters00:00 Tidally Locked Planets in Science Fiction
Transcribe →Overcoming Procrastination in Science Fiction
Apr 2500:03:29Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the challenges of decision-making and the use of science fiction as a tool to address real-world problems. It also explores the inspiration behind the author's work and the process of illustration for his stories.TakeawaysChallenges in decision-makingScience fiction as a tool for addressing real-world problemsChapters00:00 Challenges in Decision-Making
Transcribe →Overcoming Obvious Decisions
Apr 2500:00:57Tap to summarizeThe conversation delves into the challenges of human decision-making and the role of science fiction in addressing real-world problems through metaphor and analogy.TakeawaysUnderstanding human behaviorThe role of science fiction in addressing real-world problemsChapters00:00 Understanding Human Behavior and Decision-Making
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