Episode 66: Jackie Bryant

Journalism has been evolving rapidly in recent years. For journalist Jackie Bryant, it's an opportunity to adjust and find joy in new ways to write. In this episode of The Written Scene, Jackie talks about the odd mix of journalism and marketing, writing scripts for audio and how it's a different yet fun type of writing, how working can be fun but also being good about taking time off, growing up thinking writing wasn't a real job, not letting the lack of a byline get in the way of pitching an idea for a writing assignment, why the podcast series Serial worked even without an ending, the different feel of writing in first person after writing as a journalist for so long, why she's a good first draft writer, the skill of bringing dense stories to life, how weed is part of the creative and productive process and how it greatly enhances life overall, writing with confidence about sticky subjects, receiving awards and recognition and using it as signs she's on the right path, how writers could benefit from going back and reading their own good (and bad) writing, and much more. Please be sure to subscribe, rate, review, and share this and all episodes of The Written Scene. If you like newsletters, have we got one for you. Click or tap here to sign up for The Written Scene newsletter. Get info on upcoming guests and events, things to think about, and much more. Music: Addis Ababa by Eshi Era