For entirely selfish reasons, Vicky interviews the thoroughly lovely Kristin Quiroz Bayona of Explorer In You—and they talk about the absolute joy of podcasting, storytelling, and diversifying the voices we hear. Tune in to find out all about how starting a podcast can help you get more out of your book—and how to get the most out of any interview appearances you might have. Plus a couple of fab book recommendations!
Key Takeaways:
[3:25] Who is Kristin and what does she do?
[6:30] Why does Kristin love podcasting?
[10:50] How can writers use their podcasts to increase their visibility?
[11:50] Your podcast could actually be an extension of your book.
[16:15] Kristin shares an author/podcast example.
[18:35] After completing a podcast interview, how can you make the most out of that interaction, and promote it to your following?
[21:55] Why is visibility so important for women and POC?
[23:40] Own your own story and don’t let someone else shape that narrative on your behalf.
[26:00] People are bored of having the same archetype talking to us. We need diversity.
Mentioned in This Episode:
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The Girl with the Louding Voice: A Novel Book by Abi Daré
The Shadow of the Wind Novel by Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Kristin Quiroz Bayona, Explorer In You
Vicky explains why you don’t need a flea-ridden blanket to write your book, and nor do you need to go to Turkey. Joe looks on in bewilderment and then makes a really good point about decision fatigue and friction. And there’s a brief rant about lying on the internet. This episode also contains baby goats. Enjoy!
Key Takeaways:
[5:45] Vicky has been busy playing with baby goats.
[7:00] Let’s talk about Victor Hugo and his fleas.
[9:25] He was supposed to deliver the book, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, but was too busy partying it up like it was 1830.
[9:40] Vicky shares her experiences of procrastination and how she forced herself to finally ‘write the book’.
[12:35] The brain always wants to do something dramatic and fun, but ultimately, we just need to get the work done.
[15:00] If you don’t have a habit, then every time you do that -thing- you’re just making a decision to do it….which can backfire on you.
[15:50] Many successful people choose to wear the same thing every day. They need their brain to focus on other decisions.
[16:30] You want to 10x your business tomorrow? It’s not shiny, it’s not glamorous, it’s just sitting down and doing the work.
[18:25] If you want to see real change, it takes small habitual changes everyday.
[20:00] Create a time and space for you to write everyday. Even if it’s for an hour!
[21:55] Want to write your book? Reach out to Vicky!
Mentioned in This Episode:
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Wilderness Tips, by Margaret Atwood
The Book of Lost Things, by John Connolly
Vicky and Joe are back after a week off the podcast—and they have plenty to say. Much of it about why Joe has been striding manfully around the estate with a saw. But really, it’s all about the writing: and this week they want to know, which type of writer are you? With a big caveat and a little rant about people on the internet who try to fit you in boxes and tell you that you’re wrong if their stuff doesn’t work. So… which type of writer are you? Just kidding. A bit. Tune in and find out why it doesn’t really matter…
Key Takeaways:
[5:30] Casa Dingle update!
[6:40] Vicky just got her first COVID vaccine. Yay!
[8:10] What kind of writer are you?
[11:00] After listening to the internet about what you ‘should be’ doing, Vicky realized it never really worked for her.
[13:00] Are you the type of writer that needs to plan everything first before you can get started?
[15:30] Not a planner? Don’t worry. You can still make it work.
[16:15] Are you a bit of a rambler when it comes to your writing?
[18:45] It can be easy to lose focus on what your book is about.
[21:10] What is Vicky’s writing and editing process?
[25:15] Do you have more of a collaborative personality?
[29:10] Do you like to work on more than one book at a time?
[31:00] What kind of writer personality do you have? Do you fall into more than one category?
[32:25] Vicky successfully hosted another write night event! It was a lot of fun. Come join her for the next one.
Mentioned in This Episode:
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A Gentleman in Moscow, by Amor Towles
Rules of Civility, by Amor Towles
Conjure Women, by Afia Atakora
Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language, by Amanda Montell