Writers on Writers Podcast

In this solo episode, Israel opens up about his creative journey and the season he calls “The Great Lock-In.” He shares honest updates on his writing career — the setbacks, the small victories, and what it means to stay locked in creatively. He also dives into the world of AI-generated art, talks about his latest piece for DEA, and reflects on the broader “Great Lock-In” trend. Plus, listeners get...

Can you love Jesus and still love culture? Many believers wrestle with this tension, wanting to stay true to their faith while also engaging with music, art, fashion, and conversations that shape the world around us. In this episode, Israel gets real about that struggle and shares 4 practical tips to help you walk boldly with Christ without losing your place in culture. If this speaks to you, plea...

Israel opens up about a creative rut. And if he still wants to keep on doing this? What happens when we don’t care as much as we used to, what happens when we must evolve within or beyond our calling. Featured media FX The Bear Season 4, Ep 2 Billie Eilish - The official story. Told by her | Vevo LIFT Building a treehouse (instrumental) Yours sincerely (instrumental)

I sit down with writer & podcaster Favour Jesutofunmi Oladele (Phoebe’s Ink, Book Bants & Hot Takes, Gistwithtofu). We delved into: ✨ Her early inspirations passion for storytelling rooted in Lagos scenery ✨ Her career in healthcare despite being a passionate lover of the arts ✨ The contrast between Lagos & Canada ✨ Reading culture ✨ Adesua O’man Nwokedi ✨ What success means as a...

In this episode, Israel takes a walk down memory lane, reflecting on his journey as a film journalist and his early days in digital media. He shares favorite projects, career highlights, behind-the-scenes stories (including some unnamed media tea), and what’s next on the horizon. He also opens up about the tension between chasing a fiction-writing path and trying to make a living through journalis...

In this hour-long episode, Israel sits with Kaothar Kadir—writer and curator behind Chaos & Kismet (4,000+ subscribers)—for a memorable conversation on: 1. Lantern publications & early inspirations 1:46–7:16.8 2. Academia & Creative Writing 7:16.8—11:44 3. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Ocean Vuong, George R.R. Martin, Sidney Sheldon, Clarice Lispector 11:44–17:41 4. Kaothar, Chaos & Ki...

Moana 2 is another example of a sequel done wrong. In this episode, Israel goes on a full rant, breaking down ​ The obvious pitfalls of Moana 2, ​ The ethics of cash-grab sequels, ​ Disney’s obsession with sequels, live-action remakes, ​ And the deeper issues in Disney’s writers’ room. Israel also shares plot ideas for a proper Moana sequel. Done with heart, depth, and actual storytelling that res...

No outline. No planning. Just straight from the heart. If you’ve ever questioned your path as a writer, this one’s for you. In this episode, Israel opens up about his writing journey—the dreams he had, the reality he’s facing, and the struggles in between. He talks about privilege, limitations, and the disappointments that come with chasing a creative calling. Lately, writing has felt intimidating...

In this episode, Israel reflects on his Wattpad era—revisiting the early stories that shaped his writing journey and the inspirations behind them. He shares the highs, the lessons learned, and what that period means to him now. Beyond nostalgia, he also discusses the future of his creative projects and offers advice for Wattpad writers looking to grow their craft. Books Mentioned: • After by Anna...

In this episode, we dive into the age-old debate: Should writers stick to a traditional 9-5 schedule, or is creativity best served by a more flexible routine? In this episode we discuss; The Pros of a 9-5 for Writers Financial stability Routine & discipline Work as inspiration Resources & connections The Cons of a 9-5 for Writers Energy drain Time limitations Mental shift The risk of getting too c...

You ever hear a song so good it makes you want to write? Like, drop everything and pour your soul onto the page? Yeah, same. Some albums don’t just sound good—they shape how we think, feel, and create. In this episode, I’m breaking down ten albums that rewired my brain and made me a better writer. From Lana Del Rey’s cinematic sadness to Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical genius, these records taught me eve...

Setbacks happen—but they don’t have to define you. In this pilot episode, Israel breaks down five key steps to recover, learn, and move forward with clarity and purpose. From acknowledging failure to building resilience, discover how setbacks can become stepping stones to growth. Plus, Israel shares his personal experience with setbacks and what they taught him. Books/Resource mentioned: 1. Daring...

I’m Israel Olorunnisola, I’m a writer, and this is my podcast.