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The Ethical Futurists with James Taylor and Alison Burns

James Taylor and Alison Burns

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Welcome to The Ethical Futurists podcast, where award-winning experts, corporate advisors and keynote speakers James Taylor and Alison Burns delve into the world of sustainable innovation. Join us as James and Alison engage with leading thinkers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, environmentalists and scientists to uncover the latest ideas shaping a more ethical and sustainable future. From sustainability and innovation to future trends and ESG, our conversations span a wide array ...
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Book Career Network

Book Career In A Year

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Book Career Network Podcast offers a daily exploration into the world of fiction writing, bringing together a diverse group of experts dedicated to helping authors succeed. Each show within the network is tailored to address different facets of the writing and publishing process, ensuring that no matter where you are in your author journey, there’s something valuable for you. Mondays feature ”Becoming A Household Name” with Jody Sperling, where listeners can follow the real-life documentatio ...
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Elizabeth Lyons is the author of WRITE THE DAMN BOOK ALREADY, and host of a podcast by the same name. She offers a course for new and emerging authors called PUBLISH THE DAMN BOOK ALREADY, and for all my listeners, she's offering a 25% discount when you use the code AUTHOR25. Check it out here: https://www.publishaprofitablebook.com/publish…
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No matter how good you are, if you can't figure out how to be everywhere all the time, you can't do amazing things. That's why I've gone all in on using Instagram to promote my novels. In this episode, I'm continuing to look at how I'm driving new follows, likes, shares, and comments on Instagram. I share what's worked, what's failed, and all the i…
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In this episode of Romancing Like Swift, hosts Morgana Bevan and Emily Jane explore the creative and practical benefits of collaboration in the writing world, inspired by Taylor Swift’s selective partnerships on her album Tortured Poets Department. They dive into how collaborations, whether it’s co-writing books, creating shared worlds, or working …
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Every novelist wants to see their writing on the silver screen. Too easy. Step one, convert your book into a screenplay… Today’s guest is James Fox. He’s been in the film industry for over 22 years and has worked just about every role you can imagine in the industry. We’ll discuss his unique entry point into novel writing. He wrote his first book, …
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Every novelist wants to see their writing on the silver screen. Too easy. Step one, convert your book into a screenplay… Today’s guest is James Fox. He’s been in the film industry for over 22 years and has worked just about every role you can imagine in the industry. We’ll discuss his unique entry point into novel writing. He wrote his first book, …
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In this episode, hosts Morgana Bevan and Emily Jane explore the lessons authors can take away from Taylor Swift's latest album, Tortured Poets Department. They dive into the emotional depth of the album and its connection to storytelling, discussing how Swift balances market demands with her personal creative expression. The conversation highlights…
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What do shoes, cephalopods, and tea have in common? They’re all some of today’s guest’s favorite things. We’re pleased to introduce the one and only Gail Carriger: multiple NYT bestselling author of urban fantasy, steampunk, supernatural, science fiction, and non-fiction. Gail’s background as an archaeologist has helped shape her worldbuilding, and…
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In this episode of the Romancing Like Swift podcast, hosts Morgana Bevan and Emma-Lee Jane are joined by Becca Syme to discuss the valuable lessons authors can draw from Taylor Swift’s career. The conversation centers around emotional regulation, sustaining a long-term creative career, and building meaningful relationships with readers. Becca offer…
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What do shoes, cephalopods, and tea have in common? They’re all some of today’s guest’s favorite things. We’re pleased to introduce the one and only Gail Carriger: multiple NYT bestselling author of urban fantasy, steampunk, supernatural, science fiction, and non-fiction. Gail’s background as an archaeologist has helped shape her worldbuilding, and…
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Host James Fox is joined by guests HY Gregor and Shady (David) for an engaging discussion on the significance of in-person interactions and community-building within the writing and publishing industry. They delve into the benefits of attending conferences, networking events, and conventions, emphasizing how these face-to-face opportunities can fos…
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In this episode of Romancing Like Swift, hosts Morgana Bevan and Emma-Lee Jane sit down with guest Michael Evans to explore the art of building strong author communities by drawing inspiration from Taylor Swift's fan engagement strategies. They analyze Taylor Swift’s authenticity and how she connects with her fans through personal interactions, exc…
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Join your Worlds co-hosts as we recap the first ten episodes of Worlds Asunder! We’ll go over our incredible guests, the things we’ve learned, and the most important tidbits we hope our listeners take away from the great insights we’ve received over the last ten weeks. We’ll also give a sneak peek at future episodes and interviews. Like the show? H…
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Engages in an insightful conversation with guest Tyrone Jackson, an accomplished indie children's book author specializing in financial literacy. The episode discusses how Tyrone leveraged social media, particularly Instagram, to grow his following from 5,000 to 200,000 and achieve substantial book sales independently. Tyrone shares practical advic…
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In this episode of Author Intelligence, explore various aspects of writing and publishing with AI assistance. We'll address the lack of beginner resources in the FFA (Future Fiction Academy) realm and endors several YouTube channels dedicated to writing and AI, such as those by Ekelo Harrods, Miragold, and several others. We'll also add insights in…
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In this episode of Romancing Like Swift, hosts Morgana Bevan and Emily McKay dive deep into the concept of circular storytelling, a technique that seeds an element at the beginning of a story and revisits it at the end to represent a character’s emotional journey. They explore how Taylor Swift masterfully employs this technique in her songs, using …
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Whether you love it or you hate it, sometimes writing just requires research. All authors fall down the rabbit hole at some point, but some genres require it more than others. Alternate history is such a beast. This genre requires attention to detail and strategic decisions about changes to true events and historical figures. This leads us to a war…
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In this episode, Jody Sperling challenges listeners to undertake a 90-day social media challenge by posting once daily on a selected social media platform. The goal is to create content relevant to one's passion or profession to see significant changes in engagement and reach. Jody shares personal experiences and reflections, including dealing with…
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In this episode of "Ink and Effort," host James Fox introduces guest Tyler Burnworth, discussing the complexities of the editing and revising process for writers. Both James and Tyler share insights into their own workflows, emphasizing the importance of treating writing and editing as a professional job. They explore various tools and techniques f…
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In this episode, hosts Elizabeth Ann West and Stacy Anderson, both seasoned authors and AI enthusiasts, dive deep into the fascinating yet challenging world of writing with AI assistance. They explore why AI, despite its advanced capabilities, often struggles with retaining information and context in fiction writing—a phenomenon humorously likened …
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In this episode, Emma-Lee Jane and Morgana Bevan sit down with email marketing expert Holly Darling to dive deep into the world of email marketing for authors. They use Taylor Swift's strategy as a springboard, analyzing what works and where there’s room for improvement. The conversation highlights the immense power of email marketing in building a…
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Whether you love it or you hate it, sometimes writing just requires research. All authors fall down the rabbit hole at some point, but some genres require it more than others. Alternate history is such a beast. This genre requires attention to detail and strategic decisions about changes to true events and historical figures. This leads us to a war…
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Like it or hate it, if you're an artist who wants to find a thriving audience, you need to crack the social media code, and that means spending time learning how social works. If you want to try building an audience with a collaborative team, connect with me @jodyjsperling or jodyjsperling@gmail.com.…
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Blow Jobs and Torture Scenes. That’s It. Size, Cost & Performance Foundational Models like to clutch their pearls. What’s an author to do when they need to write sex and violence? Go opensource. For more data, click here: https://shy-jackrabbit-e9e.notion.site/Episode-6-7-8-NSFW-44d1bc5394fd484ba16d6f94ed1db535…
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In this episode of the Romancing Like Swift podcast, hosts Emma-Lee Jane and Morgana Bevan dive into the concept of genre blending in Taylor Swift's music. They discuss how Taylor Swift has evolved from her country roots to a pop sensation, all while weaving in elements from other genres. Emma and Morgana highlight the emotional depth and narrative…
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Magic systems are the foundation of fantasy fiction. By design, removing magic from a core fantasy story means the world and the plot fall apart. From elemental manipulation, runes, wand work, and bending light into physical form, we’ve seen countless magic systems and spellcasters over centuries of fiction. As authors, how do we make our magic uni…
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Welcome, everyone, to "Quitting Is An Option," the podcast for dreamers and doers on their journey to becoming a household name. Whether you’re chasing grand ambitions or simply curious about what fuels the relentless pursuit of dreams, you're in the right place. Today’s episode is all about waking up to the reality that you're the only one who can…
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Welcome to "Ink and Effort," your go-to podcast for writing and productivity tips! In today's episode, hosts James Fox and Margaret Beeler dive into the heart of staying motivated and inspired as a writer. Margaret, fresh off a two-month break from her fantasy series, shares how she kept the creative fires burning with other artistic endeavors like…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Author Intelligence, where we delve into the fascinating world of auto-writing tools and their impact on creative storytelling. I'm Stacy Anderson, joined by my co-host Elizabeth Ann West. In this episode, we explore how specific prompts shape the quality of AI-generated writing, review excerpts from military …
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Welcome to "Romancing Like Swift," the podcast where we dive deep into the world of romance writing, inspired by the lyrics and business savvy of Taylor Swift. I'm Emily Jane alongside my co-host Morgana Babin. Today, we're exploring the concept that "every villain is the hero of their own story." We'll be unpacking how revealing the motives and go…
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In this enlightening episode of The Ethical Futurists Podcast, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns interview Muna Merghani, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in humanitarian aid, development management, and corporate sustainability. Muna discusses her journey from tech to social development, her role in establishing and leadi…
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Magic systems are the foundation of fantasy fiction. By design, removing magic from a core fantasy story means the world and the plot fall apart. From elemental manipulation, runes, wand work, and bending light into physical form, we’ve seen countless magic systems and spellcasters over centuries of fiction. As authors, how do we make our magic uni…
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In this episode, we delve into practical strategies for writers to reach new audiences and potentially achieve full-time author status. Our speaker explores the intersection of art and business, providing insights on leveraging local business sponsorships, approaching influencers, and understanding the social media landscape. If you’re serious abou…
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Welcome to episode six of "Ink and Effort," where we explore the intersection of creativity and technology in the writing world. I’m your host, James Fox, and today we’re joined by a special guest, Mark Stallings. Mark is not just a technology expert at DEFCON but also a seasoned writer who’s skillfully navigated the evolving landscape of writing t…
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Blow Jobs and Torture Scenes. That’s It. Size, Cost & Performance Foundational Models like to clutch their pearls. What’s an author to do when they need to write sex and violence? Go opensource. See the full show notes here: https://shy-jackrabbit-e9e.notion.site/Episode-6-7-8-NSFW-44d1bc5394fd484ba16d6f94ed1db535…
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Today we're diving into something truly special—how Taylor Swift has mastered the art of building a loyal, engaged community and what we as authors can learn from her success. In this episode we'll unpack Taylor's standout fan engagement strategies, from her social media teases and Easter eggs in music videos to her real-life interactions like "Swi…
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In this episode of The Ethical Futurist podcast, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns talk with David Auriau, CEO and co-founder of Positive Zero. The discussion explores the cutting-edge strategies and technologies Positive Zero employs to help industries, businesses, and communities achieve significant reductions in carbon emissions and operating …
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The fantasy we all know and love falls under a vast umbrella of subgenres and niche markets. Enter urban fantasy: magic and wonder that happens right out your front door. This subgenre layers classic fantasy tropes like magic and mythical creatures onto real-world settings you’re probably already familiar with. We had the privilege to interview Jon…
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In this episode, Jody and Steven Pressfield (yes, that one!) delve deep into the emotional and creative struggles that often accompany a writer's journey. They start off by discussing personal experiences with grief and how this universal emotion can impact creativity—a poignant topic that resonates with both hosts as they reflect on their bonds wi…
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I'm your host, James Fox, and today, we have a fascinating discussion lined up with science fiction author E.W. Barnes. In this episode, we'll unravel the secrets behind E.W.'s unique writing schedule, her use of dictation and needlepoint to boost creativity, and the power of the Pomodoro technique to maximize productivity. We'll delve into the cha…
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Today we dive into a topic every author using AI needs to understand: the costs of AI models. In this episode of Author Intelligence — No Matter What They Say, Price Matters — we unravel the complex world of AI pricing, context windows, and token usage. We'll dissect the cost implications of using advanced models like Chat 4, Claude, Gemini 1.5 Pro…
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We’re gearing up to dive deep into the fascinating world of storytelling, drawing inspiration from none other than Taylor Swift herself. Today we'll start by exploring Taylor and Katy Perry's infamous feud, which all began over backup dancers and escalated into a full-blown conflict, only to be resolved beautifully in the "You Need to Calm Down" vi…
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In this episode of The Ethical Futurist podcast, hosts James Taylor and Alison Burns engage in an insightful conversation with Hande Akdede Erbay, the market leader for IBM Sustainability Software in the Middle East and Africa. With over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Hande shares her expertise on sustainability, ESG, and the pi…
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The fantasy we all know and love falls under a vast umbrella of subgenres and niche markets. Enter urban fantasy: magic and wonder that happens right out your front door. This subgenre layers classic fantasy tropes like magic and mythical creatures onto real-world settings you’re probably already familiar with. We had the privilege to interview Jon…
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Jody delves deep into the powerful notion that the ideas we've been toying with for years might just be the key to unlocking our greatest potential. Jody shares personal anecdotes and reflections about his lifelong dream to become a household name, and how he's navigated the fears and uncertainties that come with chasing big, sometimes polarizing i…
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Today we have a fantastic discussion lined up with special guest Melinda Kucera. Melinda is here to share some indispensable advice for writers, focusing on the essentials of creating an ergonomic workspace and navigating the challenges of writing in various environments. In this episode, we dive into the importance of starting with the basics, fro…
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In today's episode, No Matter What He Says, Size Matters, hosts Stacy and Elizabeth dive deep into the rapidly advancing world of AI prompting methodologies and capabilities. They'll explore how authors can either stick to familiar techniques or embrace advanced approaches to stay competitive. Tune in as they discuss the revolutionary "Go with God"…
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Today, we dive deep into the magic of Taylor Swift’s songwriting, focusing on her compelling track "Mastermind." We'll explore how Swift masterfully crafts an emotional arc, blending competency, confidence, and vulnerability to create relatable and impactful stories. We’ll also discuss how these techniques translate into writing strong female chara…
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