Quintell Allen
Ghostreaders Podcast
Husband & Wife, Michae and Quintell discuss audiobook narration and their lives as lovers, parents and business owners. They specialize in working with Black authors and bringing soul to their words.
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Quintell Allen
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9 de mar. de 2025
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Episodios
Episode 39 - Mic Check!!! 09.03.2025 38:28
Ghostreaders EP 39 - Mic Check!!! In this episode of Ghostreaders Podcast , Michaé and Quintell dive into some essential topics around content creation, audio production, and the responsibilities that come with it. They kick things off with a discussion on mic technique, pointing out common mistakes like improper positioning and how important clear audio is for effective communication. The duo won...
Episode 38 - Motivation and Other Things 14.06.2024 33:21
Hey there, fellow bookworms! Welcome to another episode of the Ghostreaders Podcast , where we dive deep into the enchanting realm of books and beyond. Today, Michaé and Quintell are taking you on a whirlwind discussion filled with laughs, insights, and some serious podcasting talk. So, what's the best length for a podcast? If it were up to Michaé, he'd keep you company for a solid 35 minutes. Qui...
Episode 37 - Getting Our Money Right 11.05.2024 43:39
Hey ya’ll!! Welcome back to another episode of the Ghostreaders Podcast , your go-to place for all things literary. In this installment, Michae and Quintell serve up a delightful mix of sweet treats, insightful book reviews, and a dash of Thanksgiving fun. To kick things off, we indulged in a lighthearted discussion about our favorite candies. A special shout-out to Smarties – perfect for folks wh...
Episode 36 - Now You See Me (Us) 04.12.2023 32:08
Welcome to this episode of The Ghostreaders Podcast "Now You See Me (Us)" — our first-ever video podcast! Go to Youtube to catch us live and in color. Discussion Highlights: 1. Michae's School Days: Oppositionally Defiant Reader? - Michae shares his rebellious reading habits in school, questioning if being an "oppositionally defiant reader" is even a thing. We explore Michae's goofy approach to le...
Episode 35 - All About Books 29.05.2023 36:37
Hey there, fellow bookworms! Welcome to the Ghostreaders Podcast, where we dive deep into the enchanting realm of books. In this episode, aptly titled "All About Books," our hosts Michae and Quintell are ready to take you on a wild literary adventure filled with laughs, inspiration, and some serious bookish talk. So, here's the scoop: Michae has a burning desire to write some spine-chilling horror...
Episode 34 - Professionalism with Editor and Author, CaTyra Polland 03.05.2023 47:43
So in this episode we talk about professionalism in the workplace. We speak with CaTyra Polland, author of " Professionalism. What's That ?" We discuss a range of topics from code switching to the gig economy and even National Black Author Day . Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: We begin by talking about our own experiences with employment, where Quintell has a squeaky clean r...
Episode 33 - Spring Break 30.03.2023 46:51
Welcome to today's podcast! Today we'll be discussing a variety of topics, from vacationing with kids to book-to-movie adaptations. Let's dive in! First up, we'll be talking about Spring Break and what it's like to vacation with kids. As any parent knows, it can be a challenge to plan a trip that's enjoyable for both the kids and the adults. Next, we'll be discussing the book She Comes First by Ia...
Episode 32 - Love and Marriage with Coach Abby 02.03.2023 56:02
On today’s episode of The Ghostreaders Podcast, Michae and Quintell talk about Cirque du Soleil (one of their favorites) and the time Michae got to hang out with Circus Kirkus . The also interview Coach Abigail Brooks and talk about dating, relationships and her book, From Dating to I Do (which they narrated). They wrap up the episode talking about divorce and what it takes to stay married. Here a...
Episode 31 - Vajajay Day 2023 with Ian Kerner PhD. LMFT 14.02.2023 52:04
Welcome to the Ghostreaders Podcast , hosted by Michae and Quintell, where they explore a wide range of topics with a unique blend of humor and insight. In this entertaining show, you'll discover the quirky personalities and distinct perspectives of the hosts as they delve into various subjects, including relationships, sex education, and the ups and downs of being authors. Quintell, an unapologet...
Episode 30 - The Late (January) Show 11.02.2023 55:07
On this episode, Michae and Quintell get into: Walmart did Michae wrong Quintell is reading Ric Edelman’s Rescue Your Money and Mobituaries by Mo Rocca Michae is reading Porn, Philosophy for Everyone by David Monroe and Standard Deviations by Gary Smith Bad statistics Michae forces Rick Riordan on the kids Quintell is an undercover geek Bad info about audiobook narration Working with authors Words...
Episode 29 - Ghostreader Goals 2023 22.01.2023 43:23
Way too much time talking about the pronunciation of the number 20 Our 2023 goals Say Alexa too loud and she appears!! Youversion bible app allows you to choose your narrator Michae doesn’t like to share the kitchen with the kids Our 2022 accomplishments Quintell’s observations from listening to the show Be sure to check out blogs about the shows on www.ghostreaders.com on the podcast tab Pick up...
Episode 28 - Christmas Show 26.12.2022 55:56
This is our Christmas Show! On this episode, Michae & Quintell talk about - Christmas Shopping - Children & Fairness - Nothing in Alanis Morrissette’s song was ironic - The Challenge of buying gifts for kids - Emotionally preparing for children’s behavior - The power of thought and forethought - Gauntlet, retro video game - The power of specialization - Check us out on Fountain.fm - Is lis...
Episode 27 - Little Bit of Everything 17.11.2022 33:21
On this episode, Michae & Quintell talk about: - Reading a book a week - Trash books - A great narrator can be an additional round of edits - All books aren’t equal, some are just money grabs - Favorite languages - When do compliments get weird? - They talk about feet for way too long - Flip flops or flip flaps? - Poorly executed colloquialisms - The Giant Slide - Is podcast editing ‘dishonest’ -...
Episode 26 - Buffet (not Warren) 26.10.2022 45:23
In this episode Michae & Quintell talk about a little bit of everything! - Rap dates don’t work after 1999 - Wutang may or may not be forever but audiobooks definitely are! - Michae needs to do more podcast show prep…next time - Also, Michae lied, he neither called the #, nor went to the website - Michae has his own ‘wait’ music (its not good) - Quintell tells an uncle joke (aunt joke?) - Do you m...
Episode 25 - Coming To You... Not Live 03.02.2022 23:58
Today Quintell and Michae talk about: - How come Quintell won’t do video - Facebook knows you don’t have the rights to the music, telling them means nothing… - Genius in one area doesn’t make you an expert at everything - Check out Total Domination by: Marritta Gillcrease - Old school board games, like Operation and… - Why do kindergarten teachers talk to everyone like they talk to their students?...
Episode 24 - Season 1 Finale 25.11.2021 41:30
We are wrapping up this season and next year we will be back with video podcasts. We will still have audio on this platform but you can see our lovely faces on YouTube! Check out John Hargrave’s books on Crypto, they’re great! People don’t let lack of quality scare them from putting their work out there… Excellence is irrelevant if you’re on the sidelines New season of Star Trek Discovery is out!!...
Episode 23 - Doing the Job pt 1 04.06.2021 22:37
Ep 23 In this episode, Michae and Quintell cover: - PG today is not the same PG from when we were kids - F bomb quota and rules - Our Marvel film double standard - The latest Mortal Kombat film - Excellence vs. overdoing - Knowing when to do less - Michae bores Quintell talking about stock options - Cornbread dressing innovation - We hear commercials differently now - Working rituals - Drying Clot...
Episode 22 - Commercial Work 25.05.2021 43:43
In this episode the Ghostreaders discuss: - Creating commercials - Washing vs. Shampoo - Quintell’s dance choreography skills - Streamlining work - Getting it right ‘in camera’ vs. ‘fixing it in post’ - Ghostreaders on Clubhouse - Tarballs - When your professional skill set jumps into your personal life - The 'Newscaster' sound - Quintell was on the news team in elementary school - The whole last...
Episode 21 - Its Been a Long Time (The Gum Episode) 14.05.2021 36:53
Welcome back to the podcast after a long hiatus! In this episode, hosts Michae and Quintell discuss a range of topics, from their business structure to their love for Nicolas Cage. They also share some tips on how to keep children quiet, as well as their excitement about being empty nesters from 9am - 2pm (on school days). The hosts also delve into the pros and cons of having multiple kids versus...
Couch Conversations Ep 2 - This is Us 06.05.2021 24:27
After watching This is Us, Michae and Quintell talk about parenting and life as a parent, hiring movers and dessert.
Couch Convos Ep 1 - Harriett 03.04.2021 24:47
Michae and Quintell give their perspective on Harriett
Episode 20 - Michae Needs to do Better:Talking About Race 20.03.2021 35:18
In this episode - Quintell talks about Michae’s type B-ness - You get to see what it looks like when Michae & Quintell argue - Couch Conversations was born!!! - The podcast is just another way for us to hang out - Never show up to Maury or Jerry Springer if you’re invited - Check out The Slight Edge, great book! - Greatness is built on consistency - Is it racist to talk about race? - Michae & Quin...
Episode 19 - Got to Be Real, or Not 04.03.2021 43:45
In this episode, Quintell & Michae touch on: - Do you think fiction books are a waste of time? - Is consumption of fiction more acceptable on screen than on paper? - Education can be entertainment too! - Great writing has its own merit whether its ‘real’ or not - Michae & Quintell love the whole Stephen Universe musical catalog - If you have kids, buy them books! - Check out ‘On Writing' by Stephe...
Episode 18 - Does the Black Voice Actually Exist? 22.02.2021 48:57
On this episode, Michae & Quintell talk about: - Sounding White - Society needs a neuralizer - Everybody in New York sounds Black? - Do Black Brits ‘sound Black’? - Are Black voices ‘heavier’? - CCM vs. Gospel - Black male sopranos have a ‘thinner sound’ - White artists who sing R&B have a ‘thicker sound’ - The process of learning and evolving as an artist - Your 'why' informs the work that you do...
Episode 17 - Doing it Together 04.02.2021 38:49
In this episode, Michae & Quintell talk about - High King Margo - Audio time travel - Definition of ‘talmbout’ - Check out coupleupgame.com - Spouses working together - How do you create space for people you love? - How do you manage when you love someone but you don’t necessarily love what they love? - Staying in your creative lane - A great partner who is a horrible co-worker - Staying on missio...
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