And I Thought

Natima Sheree is a Narrative Healing Coach, author, and poet helping women transform their scars into beauty marks — one page at a time. Her books and journals — including Pretty Broken, Mascara, Heal Her, and Wife in Waiting — give women the language, the space, and the tools to heal out loud. 📖 Shop the full collection: natimasheree.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c...

What does it take to write a powerful first draft—and how is AI changing the way writers create? ✍️ In this conversation, Jade Dee and Wilnona Marie of And I Thought Ladies sit down with award-winning playwright and writing coach Tanya Shaffer to talk about breaking through writer’s block, building authentic characters, and the craft of playwriting. Tanya shares insights from her experience with p...

Vivian L. King is an award-winning author, speaker, communications consultant and former television journalist who wrote, “When the Words Suddenly Stopped: Finding My Voice Again After a Massive Stroke.” The book was a bestseller after Vivian appeared on a national TV talk show and has received awards from various organizations, including for the production and narration of her audiobook. Vivian h...

Turpin began her acting career in 1991 with her debut role in the film  Daughters of the Dust ,the first feature film directed by an African-American woman distributed theatrically in the United States. She has since appeared on television shows such as Criminal Minds . Turpin is also a member of the  Cornerstone Theater Company .Outside of acting, Turpin has been a long-time yoga instructor Becom...

A two-day celebration of literature, featuring bestselling authors, inspiring panels, and a vibrant community of readers. Explore books, connect with creators, and let your imagination soar Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

Christina teaches peopleto have massive publicity success using her proven three-step formula, The Get PR Famous™ Formula. https://christinadaves.com/about/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

BWA is a thoughtfully curated magazine, that invites readers on a transformative journey through the diverse tapestry of women's literary contributions, both established and emerging. BWA Magazine,  believes in the power of storytelling as a transformative force with a myriad of genres, from poignant fiction to empowering poetry, thought-provoking essays, and insightful interviews. Their mission i...

Kathleen,to date, has worked on 50 New York Times bestsellers, and her clients have continuously appeared in top-tier national print, broadcast, and radio outlets such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, Vogue, Elle, Financial Times, Vanity Fair, GQ, and Sirius XM Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

For over a decade Ande has been producing and hosting interview style podcasts and livestreams shows. In March 2024 she launched Don't Be Caged By Your Age - a proaging interview-style podcast challenging societal and internalized ageism and empowering folks to THRIVE after 65. Ande Lyons is a 4 time business founder, a startup champion, and host of the popular live stream show Startup Life LIVE. ...

Kristin Vuković’s work has appeared in  The New York Times ,  BBC Travel ,  BBC Good Food Magazine ,  AFAR ,  Travel + Leisure ,  Coastal Living ,  Hemispheres ,  Virtuoso, The Magazine , and  Public Book s, among many others. In 2016, she was named a “40 Under 40” honoree by The National Federation of Croatian Americans Cultural Foundation. In 2017, she was the recipient of a Zlatna Penkala (Gold...

Vanessa Walters was born and raised in London and has a background in international journalism and playwriting and is a Tin House resident and a Millay Colony resident. She is the author of two previous YA books and The Nigerwife. She currently lives in Brooklyn. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

Julia acted as president of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Women’s National Book Association and mentored at the Los Angeles based non-profit organization WriteGirl. She has appeared as a speaker on literary industry panels, including the Independent Writers of Southern California (IWOSC), the UCLA Alumni Association, the Lambda Literary Foundation, The Publishers Association of Los Angeles (PALA)...

Runway international Founded byJunda Morris over 16 years ago, the events were toopen the doors for fashion designers, models and artists while giving back to local & international charities. The events are held in various states around the U.S and countries. The creates an opportunity for models, designers and artists to expand their talents internationally. Become a supporter of this podcast...

Matty Dalrymple is the author of the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers; the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters in Crime. Matty also podcasts, on the publishing voyage as The Indy Author. She has written books on the business of short fiction & her articles have appeared in Writer’s Digest magazine Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spr...

In 2022, Elsa launched The Writer’s Tribe Talk Show, an audio & video podcast for authors & a line of author merchandise in her Writer’s Tribe Store with clothing and more for authors & aspiring authors. Elsa also created three lines of apparel, accessories, & home decor: EKS Store with show & first responder merchandise, iGoodhuman, and Very Sweary Stuff. As of 2022, she is th...

Emily is a vetran writer. She was a lawyer, and now is a fulltime writer. Hear about her new book and her writing process. Get a sneek peak into the new book. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

Celeste Marcus is the managing editor of Liberties. She is writing a biography of Chaim Soutine. Liberties is a Journal of Culture and Politics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

KMA Sullivan is the author of two poetry collections: Inclined to Riot (forthcoming from Sibling Rivalry Press) and Necessary Fire, winner of the St Lawrence Book Award (Black Lawrence Press, 2015). Her poems and essays have appeared in Boston Review, Southern Humanities Review, diode, The Rumpus, Forklift, Ohio, The Nervous Breakdown, Gertrude, and elsewhere. She has been awarded residencies in c...

The producer of the Kauai Writers Conference gives tips for attending conferences and the benefits writers get by involved in face-to-face sessions with authors, agents, and editors. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

Rhonda is recognized by both leadership development traditionalists and disruptors as an icon of a new era in evolved leadership and executive prowess. Her empathy, uniquely authentic voice, and optimistic yet pragmatic transformational media are potent, genuinely effective, and easily accessed through a spectrum of in-person, streaming, and digital media. Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Linda Rosen's novels are always set in the “not-too-distant past” and examine how women reinvent themselves despite obstacles thrown their way. A central theme is that blood is not all that makes a family– and they always feature a piece of jewelry Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370626/support .

Terra Newell is a survivor and advocate for victims of domestic abuse. At the age of 25, she defended herself against serial predator “Dirty” John Meehan and has since shared her story on global platforms to raise awareness about the issue. She is featured in the “Dirty John” podcast and has been interviewed by various media outlets including Dateline and Dr. Oz. Terra is currently working with fe...

Rose Ann was a successful C-Suite Executive and ministry leader in the church. She was a working mom of four and a social drinker. Over the years, life's stresses and a difficult marriage created an environment where her alcohol usage increased significantly. Her health and emotional wellbeing suffered greatly. After the collapse of her marriage, her drinking further escalated, and she felt like a...

Edgar Gabriel Silex is the author of Acts of Love (Curbstone Books, 2004) and Through All the Displacements (Curbstone Books, 1995). He is the recipient of fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Maryland State Arts Council. He lives in Maryland. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-i-thought--3370...

Charles wear two hats, one as a storyteller (as in stand up in front of an audience and tell, not read), which, besides traditional folktales, involves an impersonation of Mark Twain. He also write a blog on fairy tales (https://chaztales.net/). The second hat is that of a writer, which involves running The Right Stuff Writers Conference. (That might be more than two hats.) Become a supporter of t...