The Art of Listening: Podcasts That Inspire

 

Victor Hugo reminds us (Eviradnus, 1922) reminds us,

 

"And exclaim, by fancy stirred,

 'Hero and Leanderthey;

 We in listening for aword,

 Let our water fallaway.' “

As we at Smack Dab continue to ponder what it means tolisten for a word, I offer these podcasts that you might find inspiring.  I use these in my classes.

These eleven shorts (and free!), inspiring videos are on TEDTalks: Isabel Allende speaks on the passion in your writing. Pico Iyer ponderson the meaning of home. Chimamanda Adiche talks about finding the authenticvoice. Amy Tan dives deep into the creative process. Karen Thompson Walkershows how fear propels fiction. And many more, here. 

Literary agent Sarah Fisk – also known under the pen name asYA author Sarah Nicholas – sponsors several podcasts and videos that take adeep dive into craft concepts. Included is a list of upcoming Live Streampodcasts you might find particularly helpful. Take a listen here. 

Journalist Hattie Crisell interviews several authors,screenwriters, poets and more,  to gain invaluableinsights into their writing habits, motivations, and unique approaches. Take a listen here.  

 

Book Riot offers fresh insights into the coolest and mostrelevant topics in the literary world. Take a listen here. 

Joanna Penn and her Creative Penn explores the necessaryknowledge to successfully navigate the ever-evolving publishing world. Take a listen here.  

One of my favorites, K.M. Weiland offers a guide to craftingcompelling characters and polished prose. Take a listen here.  

Manuscript Academy (MSWL) offers very enlightening dialogueswith agents, editors, and writers on how to navigate the challenges in yourpublishing journey. Take a listen here.  

Kelton Reid of The Writer Files studies renowned writers'habits and shares secrets of productivity and creativity to keep the wordsflowing. Listen here.  

Finally Alexa Donne is a traditionally published YA authoroffers crafting advice, publishing Real Talk, drafting and editing vlogs,interviews with authors, book reviews & more.  Her video on narration vs dramatization (showvs tell) is a must see. See her full playlist here. 

 Thank you for listening!

-- Bobbi Miller