http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcastOn The 9th Story Podcast we discuss writing, stories, and storytelling with experts of all mediums, including books, movies, visual art, oral telling, TV, radio, audio drama, poetry, comics, and more. Created by Daniel Foytik, season 4 saw the addition of Jeanette Andromeda as co-host. Season five marked the addition of Immortal Alexander, who took over as Jeanette's co-host, with Daniel Foytik moving into an off air role as executive producer.enCopyright Jeanette Andromeda/Immortal Alexander/Horror Made. 9th Story Studios. All rights reserved. (C/O Blogtalkradio)Fri, 14 Jun 2019 21:15:00 GMTMon, 26 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMTWritingBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/c62170ad-0ab2-4a2d-a6da-36bbc7f15a6e_final-9th-story-logo-white.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcastOn The 9th Story Podcast we discuss writing, stories, and storytelling with experts of all mediums, including books, movies, visual art, oral telling, TV, radio, audio drama, poetry, comics, and more. Created by Daniel Foytik, season 4 saw the addition of Jeanette Andromeda as co-host. Season five marked the addition of Immortal Alexander, who took over as Jeanette's co-host, with Daniel Foytik moving into an off air role as executive producer.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comstory,art,storytelling,horror,writing,film,discussion,creativity,creating,interviews,learning,#amwriting9th Story PodcastnoExploring writing, story, and storytelling in all its forms, with Jeanette and Alexander.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/26/s6-e24-final-farewell-with-trisha-j-wooldridgeWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/26/s6-e24-final-farewell-with-trisha-j-wooldridge/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/26/s6-e24-final-farewell-with-trisha-j-wooldridgeMon, 26 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMTS6 E24 Final Farewell with Trisha J. WooldridgeThis is the final episode of The 9th Story Podcast. Thank you all so very much for being a part of this journey with us. Our good friend and horror author Trisha J. Wooldridge is here with us today to help send us off. This may be the end of The 9th Story Podcast, but it is not the end of our adventures. We are cooking up plenty of new projects including a brand new podcast. You can find the full show notes for this episode here: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e24 00:45:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,story,storytelling,interview,The Wicked LibraryOur good friend and horror author Trisha J. Wooldridge is here with us today for the final episode of The 9th Story Podcast!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/12/s6-e23-farewell-with-lane-lloydWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/12/s6-e23-farewell-with-lane-lloyd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/12/s6-e23-farewell-with-lane-lloydMon, 12 Feb 2018 05:30:00 GMTS6 E23 Farewell with Lane LloydThis is the second to last episode of The 9th Story Podcast. To help send us off is our friend and fellow podcast Lane Lloyd. Lane is the creator of the Sable podcast which is firmly rooted in weird fiction, and has a pretty substantial following. Thank you all so very much for your support over the past year! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e23 00:43:009th Story Podcastnowriting,story,Sable,Lane Lloyd,9th Story PodcastThis is the second to last episode of The 9th Story Podcast. To help send us off is our friend and fellow podcast Lane Lloyd.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/05/s6-e22-this-is-the-end-with-daniel-foytikWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/05/s6-e22-this-is-the-end-with-daniel-foytik/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/02/05/s6-e22-this-is-the-end-with-daniel-foytikMon, 05 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMTS6 E22 This Is The End? with Daniel FoytikThis is the end for The 9th Story Podcast, and the beginning of a new journey for Jeanette & Alexander. Here to help us talk about why we are ending the show and what the future holds is our good friend and the creator of The 9th Story Podcast Daniel Foytik. Daniel is one of the creators of The Lift podcast, and the host of The Wicked Library Podcast. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e22 00:47:009th Story Podcastnowriting,interview,#amwriting,The 9th Story Podcast,The Wicked Library PodcastThis is the end for The 9th Story Podcast, and the beginning of a new journey for Jeanette & Alexander. Featuring 9th Story Podcast creator Daniel Foytik.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/29/s6-e21-kb-goddard--atmosphereWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/29/s6-e21-kb-goddard--atmosphere/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/29/s6-e21-kb-goddard--atmosphereMon, 29 Jan 2018 09:00:00 GMTS6 E21 K.B. Goddard - AtmosphereWe are a podcast about writing and storytelling. This week we are talking with author K.B. Goddard. K.B. is a 2017 PARSEC award winner for her short story “Shadows” which was featured on The Wicked Library Podcast. She was also featured in the recent Shadows At The Door anthology, and has written multiple books that will keep you up at night. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e21 00:59:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,author,K.B. Goddard,The 9th Story PodcastThis week we are talking with horror fiction author, and 2017 PARSEC award winner K.B. Goddard!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/22/s6-e20-grammar-girl-mignon-fogartyWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/22/s6-e20-grammar-girl-mignon-fogarty/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/22/s6-e20-grammar-girl-mignon-fogartyMon, 22 Jan 2018 08:30:00 GMTS6 E20: Grammar Girl Mignon FogartyWe are a podcast about writing and storytelling. This week we are talking with author, and host of the Grammar Girl Podcast Mignon Fogarty. We discuss how she makes grammar fun, and how interesting grammar really is. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e20 00:50:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,podcast,interview,grammar girl podcastThis week we are talking with author, and host of the Grammar Girl Podcast Mignon Fogarty.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/15/s6-e19-poetry-featuring-author-poet-kylie-goetzWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/15/s6-e19-poetry-featuring-author-poet-kylie-goetz/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/15/s6-e19-poetry-featuring-author-poet-kylie-goetzMon, 15 Jan 2018 06:00:00 GMTS6 E19 #Poetry. Featuring Author & Poet Kylie Goetz!We are a podcast about writing and storytelling. This week we are talking with author, poet, ukulele enthusiast, and international woman of mystery Kylie Goetz! Kylie has been writing a poem a day for over three years. She has a published book of poetry, a novel, and a blog where she shares her daily poems. Kylie is also one of our consistent weekly contributors to Jeanette’s #HorrorHaikuesday prompt over at HorrorMade.com, and on Twitter. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e19 01:05:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,poems,poetry,poemThis week we are talking with author, poet, ukulele enthusiast, and international woman of mystery Kylie Goetz!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/08/s6-e18-this-is-our-story-featuring-jeanette-alexanderWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/08/s6-e18-this-is-our-story-featuring-jeanette-alexander/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/08/s6-e18-this-is-our-story-featuring-jeanette-alexanderMon, 08 Jan 2018 09:00:00 GMTS6 E18 This Is Our Story. Featuring Jeanette & Alexander!We are a podcast about writing and story. As we get close to the end of season 6 we wanted to talk about what’s happening with us and what the podcast will become as we find our paths. Join us on a personal journey that we hope will inspire you personally and professionally. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e18 00:34:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,story,life,9th Story PodcastWe are a podcast about writing and story. Today we are talking about our paths and season 7!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/01/s6-e17-dealing-with-a-lack-of-support-featuring-author-pippa-baileyWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/01/s6-e17-dealing-with-a-lack-of-support-featuring-author-pippa-bailey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2018/01/01/s6-e17-dealing-with-a-lack-of-support-featuring-author-pippa-baileyMon, 01 Jan 2018 06:00:00 GMTS6 E17 Dealing With A Lack Of Support. Featuring author Pippa Bailey!We are a podcast about writing and storytelling. As we start the new year we need to reflect on how we handle those moments when our friends and family don’t give us the support we need on our journey as storytellers. Today we talk with new author Pippa Bailey about just that. How do you deal with a lack of support in your journey to becoming a full time author? We explore that topic and much more on this week's episode of The 9th Story Podcast! For full show notes and links please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e17 00:58:009th Story Podcastnowriting,podcast,#amwriting,books,authorToday we talk with new author Pippa Bailey about dealing with a lack of support.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/25/s6-e16-what-is-fear-featuring-author-filmmaker-rona-walterWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/25/s6-e16-what-is-fear-featuring-author-filmmaker-rona-walter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/25/s6-e16-what-is-fear-featuring-author-filmmaker-rona-walterMon, 25 Dec 2017 06:30:00 GMTS6 E16 What is Fear? Featuring Author & Filmmaker Rona Walter.We are a podcast about writing and storytelling. Today’s guest is author and filmmaker Rona Walter. We are talking about fear. What is it, how does it affect our lives, and our work? For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e16 00:52:009th Story Podcastnopodcast,interview,9th Story Podcast,writing,#amwritingWe talk to author and filmmaker Rona Walter about the topic of fear, and her new documentary.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/17/s6-e15-speculative-fiction--featuring-author-jessica-mchughWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/17/s6-e15-speculative-fiction--featuring-author-jessica-mchugh/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/17/s6-e15-speculative-fiction--featuring-author-jessica-mchughSun, 17 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMTS6 E15 Speculative Fiction - Featuring Author Jessica McHughWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week we are talking with author Jessica McHugh about Speculative Fiction. Jessica has written numerous books and has been featured on every season of The Wicked Library Podcast! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e15 01:04:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,#amwriting,fiction,podcast,Jeanette AndromedaThis week we are talking with author Jessica McHugh about Speculative Fiction!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/11/s6-e14-traditional-storytelling-featuring-storyteller-author-lyn-fordWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/11/s6-e14-traditional-storytelling-featuring-storyteller-author-lyn-ford/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/11/s6-e14-traditional-storytelling-featuring-storyteller-author-lyn-fordMon, 11 Dec 2017 10:30:00 GMTS6 E14 Traditional Storytelling. Featuring Storyteller & Author Lyn Ford.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week we talk to author & storyteller Lyn Ford about the art, craft, and joy that is Traditional Storytelling! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e14 01:06:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,podcast,interview,interviews,writingThis week we talk to author & storyteller Lyn Ford about the art of Traditional Storytelling!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/04/s6-e13-making-time-for-what-you-love-featuring-author-nelson-w-pylesWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/04/s6-e13-making-time-for-what-you-love-featuring-author-nelson-w-pyles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/12/04/s6-e13-making-time-for-what-you-love-featuring-author-nelson-w-pylesMon, 04 Dec 2017 07:00:00 GMTS6 E13 Making Time For What You Love! Featuring Author Nelson W. Pyles.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is Nelson W. Pyles author of Spiders in the Daffodils. We are discussing the topic of making time for your writing. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e13 01:07:009th Story Podcastnopodcast,Podcasting,interviews,interview,The Wicked LibraryWe are discussing the topic of making time for your writing with author Nelson W. Pyles.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/27/s6-e12-what-keeps-us-inspired-featuring-author-joe-fasslerWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/27/s6-e12-what-keeps-us-inspired-featuring-author-joe-fassler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/27/s6-e12-what-keeps-us-inspired-featuring-author-joe-fasslerMon, 27 Nov 2017 06:30:00 GMTS6 E12 What Keeps Us Inspired? Featuring Author Joe Fassler.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We are a podcast about writing. We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is Joe Fassler who is the author of Light The Dark. Light The Dark is a collection of essays by writers on creativity, inspiration, and the artistic process. Each of these amazing authors were prompted by the simple question “what inspires you?” This is our topic for today. What Keeps Us Inspired? What is the driving force for our creative engines? For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e12 01:07:009th Story Podcastnowriting,#amwriting,9th Story Podcast,podcast,interviewToday we talk to author Joe Fassler about writing, creativity, and the artistic process!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/20/s6-e11-pantsing-vs-plotting-featuring-author-libbie-hawkerWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/20/s6-e11-pantsing-vs-plotting-featuring-author-libbie-hawker/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/20/s6-e11-pantsing-vs-plotting-featuring-author-libbie-hawkerMon, 20 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMTS6 E11 Pantsing VS Plotting. Featuring Author Libbie HawkerWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is Libbie Hawker author of Take Off Your Pants!: Outline Your Books for Faster, Better Writing. We are discussing Pantsing VS Plotting when writing your book. Which approach is better for what you want to accomplish? For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e11 00:54:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,podcast,9th Story Podcast,EducationWe are discussing Pantsing VS Plotting with Libbie Hawker author of Take Off Your Pants!: Outline Your Books for Faster, Better Writing.49f92f63-ee7a-4e49-817f-a95743e50425611fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/13/s6-e10-how-do-you-navigate-conventions-featuring-author-scott-goudswardWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/13/s6-e10-how-do-you-navigate-conventions-featuring-author-scott-goudsward/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/13/s6-e10-how-do-you-navigate-conventions-featuring-author-scott-goudswardMon, 13 Nov 2017 10:00:00 GMTS6 E10 How Do You Navigate Conventions? Featuring Author Scott GoudswardWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is author and New England Horror Writers Association Coordinator Scott Goudsward. We discussed the topic “How Do You Navigate Conventions as an author?” We delve into how to best promote your work, and what you can expect from a convention. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e10 01:01:009th Story Podcastnowriting,#amwriting,podcast,Education,Scott GoudswardWe delve into how to best promote your work, and what you can expect from a convention with New England Horror Writers Coordinator Scott Goudsward.1eaf05d1-6f76-4cf2-8644-ffe7656a6018610fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/06/s6-e09-its-nanowrimo-time-immortal-alexander-jeanette-andromedaWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/06/s6-e09-its-nanowrimo-time-immortal-alexander-jeanette-andromeda/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/11/06/s6-e09-its-nanowrimo-time-immortal-alexander-jeanette-andromedaMon, 06 Nov 2017 09:30:00 GMTS6 E09 It's NaNoWriMo Time! Immortal Alexander & Jeanette AndromedaWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week we are discussing what we did to prepare for NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). Are you taking the NaNoWriMo Challenge of writing a fifty thousand word novel in a month? For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e09   00:34:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,writing,podcast,Jeanette Andromeda,Immortal AlexanderThis week we are discussing what we did to prepare for NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month).http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/30/s6-e08-your-first-novel-expectations-vs-reality-featuring-author-darren-shanWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/30/s6-e08-your-first-novel-expectations-vs-reality-featuring-author-darren-shan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/30/s6-e08-your-first-novel-expectations-vs-reality-featuring-author-darren-shanMon, 30 Oct 2017 05:30:00 GMTS6 E08 Your First Novel, Expectations Vs Reality. Featuring Author Darren Shan.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is author Darren Shan who wrote the best selling young adult horror fiction series Cirque Du Freak (The Saga of Darren Shan) along with many other books. We are discussing the topic “expectations vs reality when you finish writing your first novel.” After our conversation with Darren Shan we talk about our adventure in Lititz Pennsylvania last weekend where we attended the Lititz Storytelling Festival with our good friends Dan Foytik of The Lift Podcast, and Lane Lloyd of the Sable Podcast. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/S6E08 00:58:009th Story Podcastno#amwriting,author,books,writing,writing a bookOur special guest this week is the best selling author of the Cirque Du Freak book series Darren Shan! We tackle the topic of expectations vs reality when you phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/23/s6-e07-how-do-you-create-magic-with-words-featuring-author-gail-carson-levineWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/23/s6-e07-how-do-you-create-magic-with-words-featuring-author-gail-carson-levine/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/23/s6-e07-how-do-you-create-magic-with-words-featuring-author-gail-carson-levineMon, 23 Oct 2017 06:00:00 GMTS6 E07: How Do You Create Magic With Words? Featuring Author Gail Carson Levine.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is author Gail Carson Levine who wrote Ella Enchanted, Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly, and many more titles. We are discussing the topic "How Do You Create Magic With Words." We delve into how Gail creates stories that evoke the feeling of true magic. For full show notes please visit:                        podcast.9thstory.com/S6E07 01:02:009th Story PodcastnoElla Enchanted,Fantasy,Writing,Gail Carson Levine,#amwritingGail Carson Levine author of Ella Enchanted joins us today to discuss how she creates magic with words!76e9f4ba-e0b1-4683-8766-75f51fec3186http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/16/s6-e06-how-do-you-write-dialog-featuring-lane-lloyd-of-the-sable-podcastWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/16/s6-e06-how-do-you-write-dialog-featuring-lane-lloyd-of-the-sable-podcast/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/16/s6-e06-how-do-you-write-dialog-featuring-lane-lloyd-of-the-sable-podcastMon, 16 Oct 2017 08:30:00 GMTS6 E06: How Do You Write Dialog? Featuring Lane Lloyd of the Sable PodcastWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is the writer and narrator of the Sable Podcast Lane Lloyd. We discuss the difference between good and bad dialog, and what to think about when creating dialog for your story. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e06 00:43:009th Story Podcastnopodcast,Sable,Lane Lloyd,writing,#amwritingWe discuss what to think about when creating dialog for your story with Lane Lloyd of Sable.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/09/s6-e05-how-do-you-write-for-young-adults-featuring-author-john-clewarthWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/09/s6-e05-how-do-you-write-for-young-adults-featuring-author-john-clewarth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/09/s6-e05-how-do-you-write-for-young-adults-featuring-author-john-clewarthMon, 09 Oct 2017 08:00:00 GMTS6 E05: How Do You Write For Young Adults? Featuring Author John Clewarth.Welcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is author John Clewarth. We talk about writing for a young adult audience, what do they want, and how to keep them engaged. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e05 01:04:009th Story Podcastnowriting,Writers,John Clewarth,Jeanette Andromeda,Immortal AlexanderWe talk with author John Clewarth about writing for a young adult audience, what do they want, and how to keep them engaged.d6948b3d-daa7-4fec-9fa1-6e568c471f0a65http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/02/s6-e04-how-can-nanowrimo-help-you-featuring-author-brian-letendreWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/02/s6-e04-how-can-nanowrimo-help-you-featuring-author-brian-letendre/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/10/02/s6-e04-how-can-nanowrimo-help-you-featuring-author-brian-letendreMon, 02 Oct 2017 08:30:00 GMTS6 E04: How Can NaNoWriMo Help You? Featuring Author Brian LeTendreWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is author and NaNoWriMo participant Brian LeTendre. NaNoWrimo is the National Novel Writing Month. It takes place every November, and is a challenge for writers to complete a fifty thousand word novel in one month. Brian completed the challenge the first year he participated. We talk to Brian about the benefits of NaNoWriMo to writers, and how it affected his writing career. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e04 01:06:009th Story Podcastnowriting,author,writer,nanowrimo,Brian LeTendreWe talk to author Brian LeTendre about the benefits of NaNoWriMo to writers, & how it affected his writing career.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/09/25/s6-e03-what-do-readers-want-featuring-prolific-reader-mary-paulWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/09/25/s6-e03-what-do-readers-want-featuring-prolific-reader-mary-paul/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/09/25/s6-e03-what-do-readers-want-featuring-prolific-reader-mary-paulMon, 25 Sep 2017 08:00:00 GMTS6 E03: What Do Readers Want? Featuring Prolific Reader Mary PaulWelcome to The 9th Story Podcast! We discuss the big questions that writers want to know with the help of guest authors, and experts. This week our special guest is Mary Paul. She is a good friend of ours and a prolific reader having read over 1,200 books. We are discussing the topic “What Do Readers Want?” For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/s6e03 01:21:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Immortal Alexander,Jeanette Andromeda,Podcast,WritingWe are discussing the topic “What Do Readers Want?" With Special Guest Mary Paul.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/07/03/immortal-andromeda--9th-story-520Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/07/03/immortal-andromeda--9th-story-520/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/07/03/immortal-andromeda--9th-story-520Mon, 03 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMTImmortal & Andromeda - 9th Story 520This is the season 5 finale for The 9th Story Podcast. We will be talking a two month break to create a even better season 6! We update you on the state of our various writing projects, and tell you a little bit about what we have in store for next season. Are you ready to take a journey into the dark recesses of our twisted little minds? Hope you packed some snacks because it’s going to be a long and bumpy ride! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/520 00:56:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorSeason 5 finale! Updates on our various writing projects, and what we have in store for next season!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/26/author-john-brhel--9th-story-519Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/26/author-john-brhel--9th-story-519/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/26/author-john-brhel--9th-story-519Mon, 26 Jun 2017 08:30:00 GMTAuthor John Brhel - 9th Story 519Today we have on writer John Brhel who co-authored (along with Joe Sullivan) his latest book At the Cemetary Gates: Year One. We perform one of the stories from the book called “An Epistle From The Dead,” and talk about the many inspirations for this collection of creepy tales. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/519 00:38:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we have on writer John Brhel who co-authored his latest book At the Cemetary Gates: Year One.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/19/helen-grant-silent-saturday--9th-story-518Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/19/helen-grant-silent-saturday--9th-story-518/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/19/helen-grant-silent-saturday--9th-story-518Mon, 19 Jun 2017 07:30:00 GMTHelen Grant / Silent Saturday - 9th Story 518Today on The 9th Story Podcast we talk to author Helen Grant about her novel Silent Saturday (forbidden spaces trilogy). We also talk about her story in the Shadows at the Door Anthology, and her story in Supernatural Tales 30 magazine. Urban spelunking, research, and writing, oh my! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/518 01:06:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday on The 9th Story Podcast we talk to author Helen Grant about her novel Silent Saturday (forbidden spaces trilogy).http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/12/raw-ideas--9th-story-517Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/12/raw-ideas--9th-story-517/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/12/raw-ideas--9th-story-517Mon, 12 Jun 2017 04:38:57 GMTRaw Ideas - 9th Story 517Today Jeanette and I are talking about creating and using raw ideas to fuel your writing process. We go over the three different types of writing practice (innate, inspired, and developmental). We also share some of the raw ideas we created (both good and bad). The goal is to keep our writing skills sharp, and ever growing. For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/517 00:50:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Writing,Horror,Narration,Jeanette AndromedaToday Jeanette and I are talking about creating and using raw ideas to fuel your writing process.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/05/mark-nixon--9th-story-516-2Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/05/mark-nixon--9th-story-516-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/06/05/mark-nixon--9th-story-516-2Mon, 05 Jun 2017 21:28:06 GMTMark Nixon - 9th Story 516Today on The 9th Story Podcast we have Mark Nixon who created of the Shadows at the Door website, and is one the authors for the new Shadows at the Door Anthology book. We have some clips from the Shadows at the Door Anthology audio book, and one of it’s stories that was featured on the Wicked Library (courtesy of Dan Foytik from The Wicked Library, and The Lift podcasts). We talk about Mark's writing, and rebranding his business while being a new father. Adventure, excitement, and knowledge await in this latest episode! For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/516 00:45:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we have Mark Nixon creator of the Shadows at the Door website, & one the authors for the Shadows at the Door Anthology!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/29/voice-actor-jessica-mcevoy--9th-story-515-2Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/29/voice-actor-jessica-mcevoy--9th-story-515-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/29/voice-actor-jessica-mcevoy--9th-story-515-2Mon, 29 May 2017 16:28:22 GMTVoice Actor Jessica McEvoy - 9th Story 515Today we are interviewing Jessica McEvoy who is a voice actor on The No Sleep Podcast. We start off the show with a clip from “The Good Thomas Shea” from The No Sleep Podcast which features Jessica McEvoy. Then we talk to Jessica about balancing her life as a voice actor, audio book narrator, and yoga instructor. We also talk about why drugs are bad. Tune in for the terror and strange tales! For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/515/   01:21:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are interviewing Jessica McEvoy who is a voice actor on The No Sleep Podcast.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/22/finding-your-voice--9th-story-514Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/22/finding-your-voice--9th-story-514/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/22/finding-your-voice--9th-story-514Mon, 22 May 2017 07:18:45 GMTFinding Your Voice - 9th Story 514Today we are talking about finding your voice in your writing. Jeanette Andromeda and I (Immortal Alexander) will be sharing some of our writing and going through a number of exercise to find what our writing voice is. Click HERE to download the worksheet we created so you can follow along at home to find or perfect your writing voice too. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/514/ 01:12:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are talking about finding your voice in your writing.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/16/voice-actor-addison-peacock--9th-story-513Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/16/voice-actor-addison-peacock--9th-story-513/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/16/voice-actor-addison-peacock--9th-story-513Tue, 16 May 2017 21:23:13 GMTVoice Actor Addison Peacock - 9th Story 513Today we are talking with Addison Peacock from The No Sleep Podcast. Addison is a voice actor who is also a writer and performer. We talk about how The No Sleep Podcast is put together from the actors perspective, and how Addison creates her character voices. We start off the show with a short clip of Addison on  The No Sleep Podcast (The New Beginnings Center). For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/513/ 01:17:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are talking with Addison Peacock from The No Sleep Podcast.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/08/todd-faulkner-alison-crane--9th-story-512Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/08/todd-faulkner-alison-crane--9th-story-512/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/05/08/todd-faulkner-alison-crane--9th-story-512Mon, 08 May 2017 06:39:14 GMTTodd Faulkner & Alison Crane - 9th Story 512Today we are talking with Todd Faulkner and Alison Crane from the Uncanny County Podcast. We talk about how the show got started, a few behind the scenes secrets, and the future of Uncanny County. We also have a few surprise guests including the creator of The 9th Story Podcast Mr. Daniel Foytik. Come join us down the rabbit hole as we explore spice laden caverns of storytelling! For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/512/ 01:23:009th Story PodcastnoStorytelling,Podcasting,9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio DramaToday we are talking with Todd Faulkner and Alison Crane from the Uncanny County Podcasthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/24/paul-sating--9th-story-511Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/24/paul-sating--9th-story-511/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/24/paul-sating--9th-story-511Mon, 24 Apr 2017 08:06:58 GMTPaul Sating - 9th Story 511Today we talk to writer and podcaster Paul Sating about his audio drama podcast “Subject Found.” Paul shares with us his passion for writing, Bigfoot, and his journey as a creator. We also talk about Paul’s other projects such as “Dairy of a Madman, and “Atheist Apocalypse.” For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/511/   01:29:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we talk to writer and podcaster Paul Sating about his audio drama podcast “Subject Found.”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/17/illustrator-brian-coldrick--9th-story-510Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/17/illustrator-brian-coldrick--9th-story-510/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/17/illustrator-brian-coldrick--9th-story-510Mon, 17 Apr 2017 08:39:23 GMTIllustrator Brian Coldrick - 9th Story 510Today we are interviewing professional illustrator Brian Coldrick. Brain is a multifaceted artist. He created a fantastically fun, clever, and creepy series called “Behind You” which features a single illustration where a person is about to be attacked by something horrifying. The illustration is sometimes animated and is accompanied by a one or two sentence story. Brian also creates illustrations for the TV show “Doctor Who,” and has worked on comic covers for IDW comics. During the interview we discuss Brian’s career, his process for creating his illustrations, and his love of sloths. To start off the show we are performing an original story we created that is inspired by one of Brian’s “Behind You” illustrations. The story is called “The Dusty Documents.” For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/510/ 01:11:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are interviewing professional illustrator Brian Coldrick who creates illustrations for the TV show “Doctor Who.”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/10/trisha-j-wooldridge--9th-story-509Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/10/trisha-j-wooldridge--9th-story-509/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/10/trisha-j-wooldridge--9th-story-509Mon, 10 Apr 2017 08:01:01 GMTTrisha J. Wooldridge - 9th Story 509Today Jeanette and I talk to author Trisha J. Wooldridge about her novel “Kelpie,” the dangers of keeping horses, and how poetry can sometimes attack! Jeanette performs Trisha’s poem “The Circus Under The Bed,” and Jeanette and I get musical. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/509/ 01:09:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday Jeanette and I talk to author Trisha J. Wooldridge about her novel “Kelpie.”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/03/first-person-narrative--9th-story-508Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/03/first-person-narrative--9th-story-508/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/04/03/first-person-narrative--9th-story-508Mon, 03 Apr 2017 09:57:16 GMTFirst Person Narrative - 9th Story 508Today Jeanette and I talk about the first person narrative device in horror fiction writing, and Jeanette performs my story “Devil On Your Back” from HorrorMade.com. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/508/ 00:47:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday Jeanette and I talk about the first person narrative device in horror fiction writing.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/27/film-director-emanuele-mengotti--9th-story-507Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/27/film-director-emanuele-mengotti--9th-story-507/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/27/film-director-emanuele-mengotti--9th-story-507Mon, 27 Mar 2017 10:20:08 GMTFilm Director: Emanuele Mengotti - 9th Story 507Today we are interviewing film director Emanuele Mangotti about his film "The Plague Doctor" which is being crowd funded on IndieGoGo. "The Plague Doctor" is a psychological thriller set in Venice. A dark and atmospheric tale inspired by stories and legends tied to the mysterious Venetian mask of the plague doctor. It is also about Poveglia, an ancient island of the Venetian Lagoon, known for gruesome events that took place on its shore. We also have a dark tale / stream of conscientiousness piece written and performed by Immortal Alexander called "Veil Between Worlds." For full show notes please visit: podcast.9thstory.com/507 00:53:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are interviewing film director Emanuele Mangotti about his film "The Plague Doctor."http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/20/author-editor-publisher-stacey-longo--9th-story-506Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/20/author-editor-publisher-stacey-longo--9th-story-506/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/20/author-editor-publisher-stacey-longo--9th-story-506Mon, 20 Mar 2017 07:50:28 GMTAuthor, Editor, Publisher: Stacey Longo - 9th Story 506Today we are interviewing author, publisher, and editor Stacey Longo. We discuss her novels and short story collections, along with the business of editing, and publishing. Co-host Jeanette Andromeda performs Stacey’s short story “Max Elliot Exterminator” from her book “Secret Things – Twelve Tales to Terrify.” For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/506/ 01:04:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are interviewing author, publisher, and editor Stacey Longo.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/13/author-owl-goingback--9th-story-505Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/13/author-owl-goingback--9th-story-505/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/13/author-owl-goingback--9th-story-505Mon, 13 Mar 2017 07:28:38 GMTAuthor Owl Goingback - 9th Story 505Today we interview author Owl Goingback about his book “Tribal Screams.” Immortal Alexander performs the story “Ashes” from “Tribal Screams,” and Jeanette Andromeda shares a ghost story. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/505/ 01:03:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,Horroroday we interview author Owl Goingback about his book “Tribal Screams.”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/06/author-af-stewart--9th-story-504Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/06/author-af-stewart--9th-story-504/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/03/06/author-af-stewart--9th-story-504Mon, 06 Mar 2017 20:01:01 GMTAuthor A.F. Stewart - 9th Story 504Today we are interviewing speculative fiction author A.F. Stewart about her book "Killers & Demons II" along with her ever growing body of work. We also talk about her online "Brains To Books Convention," and share an audio version of her short story "Alice In The Basement" performed by Jeanette Andromeda. We also have a short story called "Writer's Block" that is written and performed by Immortal Alexander. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/ 00:51:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are interviewing speculative fiction author A.F. Stewart about her book "Killers & Demons II."http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/27/jeanette-andromeda--9th-story-503Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/27/jeanette-andromeda--9th-story-503/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/27/jeanette-andromeda--9th-story-503Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:26:23 GMTJeanette Andromeda - 9th Story 503Today I am interviewing our very own Jeanette Andromeda about her writing, and her novel in progress. We discuss how to begin a novel, the importance of short stories, and where you can sell your short horror stories. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/503/ 00:47:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday I am interviewing our very own Jeanette Andromeda about her writing, and her novel in progress.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/20/writer-narrator-lane-lloyd--9th-story-502Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/20/writer-narrator-lane-lloyd--9th-story-502/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/20/writer-narrator-lane-lloyd--9th-story-502Mon, 20 Feb 2017 16:15:19 GMTWriter & Narrator Lane Lloyd - 9th Story 502Layne Lloyd from the Sable Podcast joins us to talk about his horror audio drama. We explore the innerworkings of the Sable Podcast, how we write, and alternative names for coffee. We also have a sample from SABLE season one episode 9 to wet your appetite for this engrossing story, and Immortal Alexander performs his short story “The Night Whisperers.” For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/502/ 01:07:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorLayne Lloyd joins us to talk about his horror audio drama "SABLE."http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/13/courtlan-gordon-ryan-becker--9th-story-501Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/13/courtlan-gordon-ryan-becker--9th-story-501/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/02/13/courtlan-gordon-ryan-becker--9th-story-501Mon, 13 Feb 2017 17:33:40 GMTCourtlan Gordon & Ryan Becker - 9th Story 501And we’re off! Jeanette Andromeda and Immortal Alexander have officially taken over for The 9th Story Podcast! Will they push the shiny red self destruct button or will they take 9th Story to new heights. Tune in and find out! Today we interview Courtlan Gordon and Ryan Becker from the YouTube channel “THE ODDEST OF THE ODD” about their latest horror short “Silent Hills P.T. in Real Life Part 2.” Immortal Alexander also performs a short story from Courtlan Gordon called “LIGHTS OFF AND HEADPHONES IN.” For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/501/ 01:03:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we interview Courtlan Gordon and Ryan Becker from “THE ODDEST OF THE ODD.”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/28/jeanette-andromeda-immortal-alexander--9th-story-420Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/28/jeanette-andromeda-immortal-alexander--9th-story-420/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/28/jeanette-andromeda-immortal-alexander--9th-story-420Sat, 28 Jan 2017 23:05:12 GMTJeanette Andromeda & Immortal Alexander - 9th Story 420It’s the end of the road, but the beginning of a new one. This final episode of the 9th Story Podcast with Dan at the helm is a passing of the torch to the new hosts Jeanette Andromeda and Immortal Alexander. The three discuss the transition, the past, and future of the show. You’ll learn a little about the new hosts and their plan for Season 5. A good bit of time is spent on discussion of The Lift. Victoria pops by to give Dan his send off. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/420/ 01:16:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorDaniel Foytik's final episode hosting 9th Story Podcast . Welcome new hosts Jeanette Andromeda & Immortal Alexander.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/22/craig-weber--9th-story-419Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/22/craig-weber--9th-story-419/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/22/craig-weber--9th-story-419Sun, 22 Jan 2017 20:00:56 GMTCraig Weber - 9th Story 419As Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, he's joined by his original co-host Craig Weber. It's a fun chat reflecting on the last few years, changes, accepting limits, collaboration, and letting go of things. Topics include Carrie Fisher, Stephen Hawking as Hayden Christensen's dialogue coach, why we have to die, growing as an artist, and more. Of course, Neil Gaiman is mentioned too. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/419/ 01:05:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorAs Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, he's joined by his original co-host Craig Weber.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/13/cynthia-lowman--9th-story-418Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/13/cynthia-lowman--9th-story-418/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2017/01/13/cynthia-lowman--9th-story-418Fri, 13 Jan 2017 18:08:18 GMTCynthia Lowman - 9th Story 418As Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, he's joined by author, narrator, and co-Creator / co-Producer of The Lift, Cynthia Lowman. They talk about The book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less and the ideas of letting go of things, choosing what you say yes to, uncommitng, and more. It's important to focus on the things that matter most and the things that help you grow. These choices are often not simple and can even be painful, but we can only do so much. This doesn't mean you don't push yourself to achieve, but acceptance of our limits is the path to joy. For show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/418/   00:39:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorAuthor, narrator, and co-Creator / co-Producer of The Lift, Cynthia Lowman. "Acceptance of our limits is the path to joy."http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/12/16/the-stepfather--9th-story-417Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/12/16/the-stepfather--9th-story-417/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/12/16/the-stepfather--9th-story-417Fri, 16 Dec 2016 18:18:32 GMTThe Stepfather - 9th Story 417As Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, he's joined by fellow podcaster and expert on the zen of manliness, The Stepfather. They talk about The Stepfather's podcast The Caveman Mafia and its new format, what it means to be a good man, why it's OK to be unapologetically a man, men of the 40's and 50's, and more. Testosterone, scotch, and man food are with them in the studio and there are no apologies if you get offended. So, grab a glass, pour two fingers and man up. It's a fun sit down. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/417/ 00:49:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorAs Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, he's joined by fellow podcaster The Stepfather.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/10/11/jon-towers--9th-story-416Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/10/11/jon-towers--9th-story-416/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/10/11/jon-towers--9th-story-416Tue, 11 Oct 2016 20:42:36 GMTJon Towers - 9th Story 416As Dan prepares to exit the 9th Story, as if summoned like a D'Jinn, the first of his final round of guests appears - Jon Towers. Jon is a writer, visual artist, and podcaster and has appeared on several episodes of the 9th Story including the very first episode (and another that never got released due to audio issues). When Jon's in the studio, many rules exit, such as: drinking is allowed, the show is not required to be less than an hour, politics and religion are discussed, only minimal editing occurs. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/416/ 02:11:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorThe first of Dan's final round of guests appears - Jon Towershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-2--9th-story-415Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-2--9th-story-415/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-2--9th-story-415Sat, 17 Sep 2016 02:40:15 GMTNico Vettese-Tanner Campbell Pt 2 - 9th Story 415Part 2 of 2 Back for round two, Jeanette and Dan are joined again by Nico Vettese (our former Music Director for The Lift and The Wicked Library, and now “The Minstrel” on the Legends Myths and Whiskey Podcast) and Tanner Campbell, “The Bard” on Legends Myths and Whiskey Podcast. This second half is a more laid back discussion about collaboration, music, working with distant partners, tools used to collaborate, and of course, more discussion about their epic project, Beowulf: A Mythosymphony, now available on bandcamp for $9! You can also pick up The Music of Beowulf for just $7! Hear a special announcement about the future of the 9th Story Podcast as well. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/415/ 00:47:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorJeanette & Dan are joined by Nico Vettese and Tanner Campbell (Legends Myths & Whiskey Podcast) Part 2 of 2http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-1--9th-story-414Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-1--9th-story-414/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/17/nico-vettese-tanner-campbell-pt-1--9th-story-414Sat, 17 Sep 2016 02:03:37 GMTNico Vettese-Tanner Campbell Pt 1 - 9th Story 414Part 1 of 2 This week Jeanette and Dan are joined by Nico Vettese (our former Music Director for The Lift and The Wicked Library, and now “The Minstrel” on the Legends Myths and Whiskey Podcast) and Tanner Campbell, “The Bard” on Legends Myths and Whiskey Podcast. Enjoy a lively discussion about collaboration in the internet age, music composition, and of course, their epic project, Beowulf: A Mythosymphony, now available on bandcamp for $9! You can also pick up The Music of Beowulf for just $7! Topics: Musical Influenza, picking character themes, the power and balance of music, aural fatigue, self plagiarism (John Fogerty), branding, and why Beowulf? For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/414/ 00:49:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorJeanette & Dan are joined by Nico Vettese and Tanner Campbell (Legends Myths & Whiskey Podcast) Part 1 of 2http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/03/alex-murd--9th-story-413Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/03/alex-murd--9th-story-413/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/09/03/alex-murd--9th-story-413Sat, 03 Sep 2016 00:44:07 GMTAlex Murd - 9th Story 413Jeanette and Dan are joined by The Lift co-Creator and Producer Cynthia Lowman to talk with artist Alex Murd about art, music, and . Nothing is taboo in this discussion about all forms of art and what inspires artists to create. We talk about Alex's love of figure art, her favorite artists, styles, and what drives her to create. Alex has also been a guest on Danglin' After Dark where she talks more about her erotic art, meeting stars, and hanging out in strip clubs. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/413/ 01:11:009th Story PodcastyesThe 9th Story Podcast,Daniel Foytik,Jeanette Andromeda,Cynthia Lowman,Alex MurdJeanette and Dan are joined by The Lift co-Creator and Producer Cynthia Lowman to talk with artist Alex Murd.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/08/22/the-art-of-the-review--9th-story-412Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/08/22/the-art-of-the-review--9th-story-412/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/08/22/the-art-of-the-review--9th-story-412Mon, 22 Aug 2016 05:16:09 GMTThe Art of the Review - 9th Story 412What if you don’t LOVE what you are given to review? Let’s talk about the art and perks of reviewing. Making money from our art, using Patreon. Announcing new narrators for the Lift and the Wicked Library, Sharing an audience. Getting free stuff through doing reviews. Remembering to speak to you audience where they are most comfortable. We also talk about the final torch passing at The Wicked Library. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/412/ 01:04:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorWhat if you don’t LOVE what you are given to review? Let’s talk about the art and perks of reviewing.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/07/19/greg-shaffer--9th-story-411Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/07/19/greg-shaffer--9th-story-411/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/07/19/greg-shaffer--9th-story-411Tue, 19 Jul 2016 15:41:16 GMTGreg Shaffer - 9th Story 411Greg Shaffer visits the 9th Story. Aside from doing funny impersonations and annoying Al on The Caveman Mafia Podcast, Greg (aka Zoltaire) is a graphic designer, artist and one time painter of painted over murals of the band Enigma and trees. He joins Jeanette and Dan to offer a unique perspective on Art, Branding, and Design – all powerful forms of storytelling. Indie Creatives often say they want to learn how to use consistent branding to ensure their work reaches a wider audience, so the discussion focuses on this topic. We also discuss the pain of having your work set aside or destroyed. At the end of the show, we do silly voices, read a Paula Dean recipe for crab balls, and remember Morgan Freeman was Easy Reader on the Electric Company. Greg designed the logos for 9th Story Studios, and our podcast Listen. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/411/ 01:32:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorGreg Shaffer visits the 9th Story. Art, Branding, and Design – all powerful forms of storytelling.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/24/abigail-braman--9th-story-410Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/24/abigail-braman--9th-story-410/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/24/abigail-braman--9th-story-410Fri, 24 Jun 2016 23:16:41 GMTAbigail Braman - 9th Story 410Abigail Braman visits the 9th Story. Abigailis the writer, director, and art director for Cadillac Dust, overseeing all tasks and jobs on this production. She is currently creating all of the storyboards, concept art, and character design (while doing numerous other tasks) for this short film. Abigail is a freelance artist, creating horror/macabre oil paintings (and illustration work) for major companies and private clients. Abigail has done freelance work for such companies as Warner Brothers Television, the Sachs Media Group, and the Weber Group (just to name a few.) In her spare time, she enjoys playing the banjo, digging styles such as rockabilly and New Orleans jazz music. Join Dan and Jeanette as they talk art, creativity, inspiration, and growing as an artist with the talented Abigail Braman. Notes: Leland Palmer is not Dale Cooper, The “angry” artist is Bill Alexander, but he isn’t actually angry – he just seemed so to young Daniel who feared his accent. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/410/ 00:56:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday our guest is Abigail Braman who is a freelance artist who creates horror/macabre oil paintings, illustration, and also works in film.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/17/jake-and-sam-lebas--9th-story-409Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/17/jake-and-sam-lebas--9th-story-409/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/17/jake-and-sam-lebas--9th-story-409Fri, 17 Jun 2016 20:02:00 GMTJake and Sam LeBas - 9th Story 409Jake and Sam LeBas of Just a Story: The Urban Legend Podcast and Audio Dime Museum visit the 9th Story. Both of their shows are highly entertaining. Just a Story is a weekly podcast taking a look at the stories that we tell over and over again. What our myths and misdeeds, fears and fables say about us as humans. Audio Dime Museum is part guided tour, part radio drama; each episode presents the curious story of one object from the collection. Meet your guide on this journey, The Curator, and learn her secrets as you delve into the world of possibility, magic and the unknown. Merging the suspenseful style of mystery with the conventions of ghost stories and the peculiarity that only historical fact can provide, this podcast is not for the faint of heart. Join Dan and Jeanette as they talk story with the Jake and Sam about how they make story, why they make story, and why we’re drawn to share and listen to tales. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/409/ 01:12:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorJake and Sam LeBas of Just a Story: The Urban Legend Podcast and Audio Dime Museum visit the 9th Story.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/10/david-cummings--9th-story-408Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/10/david-cummings--9th-story-408/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/10/david-cummings--9th-story-408Fri, 10 Jun 2016 22:26:07 GMTDavid Cummings - 9th Story 408David Cummings started the NoSleep Podcast out of a popular subreddit collection of horror stories. Since its first season 5 years ago, the audio drama podcast has worked it’s way up to the top of the iTunes charts and become a fixture of the horror community. With a highly produced show featuring top voice talent, great stories, custom scores for each episode, and eye-popping art, it shows no signs of slowing down. David managed to turn his passion into a full time job and now creates NoSleep for a living! Join Dan and Jeanette as they sit down with David for a chat about the challenges, rewards and fun of making something special and unique and the love of story. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/408/ 00:56:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday on the show we have David Cummings (creator of The NoSleep Podcast).http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/04/tanner-campbell--9th-story-407Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/04/tanner-campbell--9th-story-407/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/06/04/tanner-campbell--9th-story-407Sat, 04 Jun 2016 00:39:02 GMTTanner Campbell - 9th Story 407Tanner Campbell started the Legends, Myths and Whiskey (LMAW) Podcast as a way of exploring and preserving story…and as an excuse to grow his whiskey collection. Three times a month LMAW delivers a fun and informative show. If you like story and delicious whiskey – or just one or the other-  you’ll love this sit down with the creator of a very popular podcast that embraces the love of story. In this episode we talk about the importance of making things that matter to you, the challenges faced by today’s media creators, and the love of story. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/407/ 01:08:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorToday we are joined by Tanner Campbell from The Legends, Myths and Whiskey Podcast.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/27/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-406Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/27/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-406/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/27/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-406Fri, 27 May 2016 20:28:20 GMTRichard Ainsworth - 9th Story 406Richard Ainsworth, the author and creator of the Widdowshins series returns for the second part of our discussion. In this segment we delve deeper into his experiences researching for Widdowshins and his experiences with the occult. We also talk a lot about the power of perseverance, the struggles and rewards of telling your story, and trying “The If” as in “What if I had….” Widdowshins is a paranormal fantasy series that centers around a deceptively sleepy-looking village in the Northwest of England where the barriers between dimensions are thin and permeable;  a nexus of all realities, where the past, present and future of all the known universe collide. It’s where the Holy Grail may be hidden, where the Lady of the Lake resides in a nearby reservoir, and where the Gateway to Hell lurks beneath an outdoor toilet. It is a kind of Check Point Charlie for the multiverse, where beings from elsewhere and elsewhen can pass into our world. As such, it must be constantly guarded… For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/406/ 01:00:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorRichard Ainsworth, the author and creator of the Widdowshins series returns for the second part of our discussion.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/18/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-405Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/18/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-405/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/18/richard-ainsworth--9th-story-405Wed, 18 May 2016 18:44:08 GMTRichard Ainsworth - 9th Story 405Part 1 of 2 Our Guest is Richard Ainsworth, the author and creator of the Widdowshins series. Widdowshins is a paranormal fantasy series that centers around a deceptively sleepy-looking village in the Northwest of England where the barriers between dimensions are thin and permeable;  a nexus of all realities, where the past, present and future of all the known universe collide. It’s where the Holy Grail may be hidden, where the Lady of the Lake resides in a nearby reservoir, and where the Gateway to Hell lurks beneath an outdoor toilet. It is a kind of Check Point Charlie for the multiverse, where beings from elsewhere and elsewhen can pass into our world. As such, it must be constantly guarded… For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/405/ 00:50:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorOur Guest is Richard Ainsworth, the author and creator of the Widdowshins series.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/03/nick-kizina--9th-story-404Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/03/nick-kizina--9th-story-404/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/05/03/nick-kizina--9th-story-404Tue, 03 May 2016 22:16:14 GMTNick Kizina - 9th Story 404Nick Kizina, writer, film maker, podcaster and generally interesting guy takes The Lift up to the 9th Story to talk about his IndeGoGo Campaign, writing, making films, creating fresh content, and much more! Dan’s voice may be 404 just like the show number, but Jeanette steps up and leads the discussion on a topic she knows well – filmmaking. Learn all about “isms”, stolen cameras, lost footage, and the unique challenges that are a part of telling a story via film. The conversation is lively and includes some great thoughts about different approaches to crowdfunding as well as some really interesting discussion about various approaches to getting the best performances from your editing on set and more! Tune in for a great conversation that filmmakers, curious movie fans, and anyone who just loves a good story will find entertaining and informative. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/404/ 01:10:009th Story Podcastno9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorNick Kizina takes The Lift up to the 9th Story to talk about his writing, making films, podcasting, creating fresh content, and much more!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/22/gwendolyn-kiste--9th-story-403Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/22/gwendolyn-kiste--9th-story-403/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/22/gwendolyn-kiste--9th-story-403Fri, 22 Apr 2016 21:19:48 GMTGwendolyn Kiste - 9th Story 403Gwendolyn Kiste, writer, editor, and all around talented lady rides up to the 9th Story to talk about writing, getting published and much more! Dan and Jeanette open the show with a short discussion about how today’s interview helped inspire Jeanette to pull off the road to write. They share stories about drinking Gin, jerk chicken, and foil line pockets. Then, it’s into Dan’s interview with Gwendolyn. A lot of ground is covered including: what Gwendolyn is working on (which includes a novel), the reason she loves the short form, hating typos and ways to avoid them, where to start your story, working with her illustrator husband, her favorite stories, the submission tools she uses, and her advice on getting published. Tune in for a great conversation all writers and lovers of story will find entertaining and informative. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/403/ 01:19:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorGwendolyn Kiste, writer, editor, & all around talented lady rides up to the 9th Story to talk about writing, getting published and much more!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/13/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-402Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/13/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-402/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/13/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-402Wed, 13 Apr 2016 16:24:21 GMTNelson W. Pyles - 9th Story 402Dan and Jeanette are joined again by Nelson W. Pyles, horror writer, audiobook narrator, stunt musician, voice of Phineas T. Croughly (AKA The Librarian), and Executive Producer & Creator of The Wicked Library. Nelson has written multiple short stories and a novel, and is currently hard at work on two additional novels – one a sequel to Demons Dolls and Milkshakes and the other an expansion of a popular short story found in Everything Here Is A Nightmare. Featured in this episode is a reading from Nelson’s forthcoming novel Spiders in the Daffodils. We talk about writing, grinders, Tom Waits, how to pronounce NaNoWriMo, producing art quickly, Haiku Wednesday, Horror Haikuesday, accountability, and more. We also share some outtakes from Orson Welles, and try to sell you coffee. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/402/ 00:53:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorDan & Jeanette are joined again by Nelson W. Pyles, horror writer, audiobook narrator, voice of The Librarian, & Creator of The Wicked Library.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/06/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-401Writinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/06/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-401/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/9thstorypodcast/2016/04/06/nelson-w-pyles--9th-story-401Wed, 06 Apr 2016 20:43:13 GMTNelson W. Pyles - 9th Story 401Part 1 of 2 For the 4th season opener Dan is joined by new co-host, the multi-talented Jeanette Andromeda of the popular blog Horror Made. This episode features Nelson W. Pyles, horror writer, audiobook narrator, stunt musician, voice of Phineas T. Croughly (AKA The Librarian), and Executive Producer & Creator of The Wicked Library. Nelson has written multiple short stories and a novel, and is currently hard at work on two additional novels – one a sequel to Demons Dolls and Milkshakes and the other an expansion of a popular short story found in Everything Here Is A Nightmare. We talk about writing, offer some advice on drafting stories, and talk a lot about the behind the scenes of producing The Wicked Library. For full show notes please visit: http://podcast.9thstory.com/401/ http://podcast.9thstory.com/401/ 01:09:009th Story Podcastyes9th Story Podcast,Interview,Audio Drama,Writing,HorrorOur guest today is horror writer, and audiobook narrator Nelson W. Pyles. New co-host Jeanette Andromeda joins us for season 4. (part 1 of 2)