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We Should Write

We Should Write is a show about the healing power of writing—told through conversations that blend sarcasm and soul, vulnerability and absurdity. Each week, host Lindsay Lawler dives deep with songwriters, authors, and creatives of all kinds to discover how putting pen to paper helped them work their stuff out. It’s part therapy, part comedy, all heart.​Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just jotting thoughts in the notes app at 3 a.m., this show is your permission slip to get it out, and hear unheard stories of how your favorite artists have done just that. Because through writing, we unlock healing, creativity, clarity, and maybe even a whole new version of ourselves.​So . . . we should write, right?!

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    Creating the Life You Want, and Swimming in Swimming Pools: with Canadian Blues Singer Crystal Shawanda

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with award-winning Indigenous singer, songwriter, and powerhouse vocalist Crystal Shawanda. From singing at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge as a teenager to becoming the first Indigenous artist to win a Juno Award for Blues Album of the Year, Crystal has never stopped carving her own path. But what stood out most in this conversation was her honesty about how writing and creative expression led her to a version of herself she didn’t necessarily see coming, one that showed her what mattered most, helped her clarify her priorities, and ultimately helped her build the life she truly wanted. A life with her husband, her daughter, and music at the center, all without losing who she is in the process. This one is about finding your voice, trusting your gut, and realizing the life you want may be hiding inside the words you write.

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    Why We Lie… And How to Do It Better (Or Worse) with former Secret Service Agent & polygraph expert Brad Beeler

    What does it actually take to get someone to tell the truth? In this episode of We Should Write, I sit down with Brad Beeler—former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent, polygraph examiner, and author of Tell Me Everything. After 25 years in the Secret Service, protecting President George H. W. Bush and conducting more criminal polygraphs than anyone in the agency’s history, Brad has built a career on one thing: getting people to open up. He’s trained FBI, CIA, and intelligence professionals around the world on how to read people, build trust, and uncover the truth—even in the highest-stakes situations. But this conversation goes way beyond lie detectors. We get into the psychology of why we lie (and why we don’t), the subtle ways we edit ourselves in everyday life, and how words like “I’m sorry” can lose meaning when we don’t actually mean them. We talk about why we confess things to hairdressers, bartenders, and Uber drivers, what alcohol really does to honesty, and whether telling a “better story” is ever the same as telling the truth. We also explore something deeper—how our perception and lived experience shape the stories we tell. Is there such a thing as objective truth, or are we all just telling the version our nervous system can live with? This one is part psychology, part storytelling, and part real-life human behavior—told through the lens of someone who’s spent decades sitting across from people with everything to hide.

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    Goldpine: Trusting When It’s Time To Share Your Story

    In this special episode — and the very first filmed episode of We Should Write — Lindsay Lawler sits down with Kassie and Ben of the Americana duo Goldpine for a conversation that goes far beyond songwriting. Lindsay first met Kassie years ago during the wild Broadway days in Nashville, when Kassie was singing downtown and Ben was running sound at The Listening Room. Today, the two are 16 years into marriage, traveling the world together and creating music side by side as a husband-and-wife duo. What unfolds in this conversation is less about the music business and more about the deeper places songwriting can come from. Kassie shares about losing a parent and how grief, memory, faith, and healing eventually find their way into the songs we write and the lives we build. Together they explore the idea that the stories we carry from childhood, family, and loss often become the very things that shape our creativity—and sometimes even help us make peace with our past. Goldpine also performs two songs live in this intimate episode, and hearing them acoustically is something else entirely. Kassie’s voice, paired with the songwriting she and Ben create together, has a kind of control and emotional pull that can feel almost mind-bending. It’s the kind of performance that makes you realize these two were meant to be creating music together. More than a songwriter interview, this conversation touches on creativity, spirituality, marriage, and the quiet realization that the hardest parts of our lives often become the stories that help us grow.

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    Annie McCormick: What Happens When You Sell Everything and Let the Story Lead

    In this episode of We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with Annie McCormick, a writer who made the bold decision to sell her home, let go of her belongings, and travel the world by pet sitting in order to create space for what she was always meant to do: write. What began as a life of wandering turned into a creative awakening, leading Annie to publish her first novel Runaway Kane and build an entire fictional world shaped by freedom, risk, and imagination.Together, Lindsay and Annie explore what it means to model adventure as an empty nester, how fiction can become a second life where truth feels safer to tell, and why imagination is just as essential to healing as self-reflection. They talk about writing on the road, identity without reputation, discipline versus inspiration, and the quiet permission that comes from starting over later than expected. This conversation is an invitation to loosen your grip on the plan, trust curiosity, and remember that sometimes the bravest thing you can do for your writing is make room for it.Find out more about Annie here: Websitehttps://anniemccormickwriter.com/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AnnieMcCormickWriter/ X (formerly Twitter)https://x.com/AnnieMWriterInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/anniemccormickwriter/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@anniemccormickwriter

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    Kelly Jean Torres: From Foster Care and Abuse, to Becoming a Caring, Creative Mother, All Through Writing

    In this deeply honest and grounding episode of We Should Write, Lindsay Lawler sits down with writer, singer, and mother Kelly Jean Torres for a conversation about healing, creativity, and what it means to rewrite your story without being trapped by it.Kelly shares her journey through foster care and childhood abuse—and how those experiences shaped her inner world. With courage and clarity, she opens up about surviving deep trauma, including a suicide attempt, while also reflecting on the profound work it took to heal, seek support, and choose a different future.At the heart of this episode is Kelly’s memoir, Saving the Lost Girl, and the belief that while our stories matter, we don’t have to stay inside them forever. Together, Lindsay and Kelly explore writing as a path to healing, the difference between revisiting pain to integrate it versus reliving it, and how creativity can become a safe place to tell the truth—and then let it go.This conversation holds space for both the hard and the hopeful—grief and gratitude, survival and self-authorship. Kelly reflects on becoming the mother she once needed, building a loving life in the present, and learning how to carry her younger self (and others) forward with compassion instead of fear.

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    Michelle Nicolo Prentice: On Mothering Mothers, and Being OK If You Aren't a Mother Yourself

    In this episode of We Should Write, Lindsay Lawler talks with Michelle Nicolo Prentice, a world-renowned vocalist and founder of Mama’s Lullaby, to talk about motherhood, intuition, and nervous system regulation.They explore how music and creativity can support maternal mental health, why caregivers need care too, and how slowing down can help regulate overwhelm. It’s a calming, reflective episode for anyone navigating motherhood, creativity, or burnout.Learn more about Michelle here:Official website: https://www.michellenicoloprentice.com/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/michellenicoloprenticesingerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellenicoloprentice/

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    Colin Stough: American Idol Put Him On The Map. Brutal Authenticity Keeps Him There.

    On this week’s episode of We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with Colin Stough—American Idol Season 21 finalist, Mississippi native, and one of country music’s most compelling young storytellers. With over 80 million global streams, 31+ million YouTube views, and a rapidly growing fanbase of 800k+ across social platforms, Colin has built his career by writing straight from lived experience—faith, pain, resilience, and all. Signed to 19 Recordings / BMG Nashville, his songs don’t shy away from the hard stuff, and neither does he. In this conversation, Lindsay explores how writing became both his creative outlet and emotional release, and how putting truth on the page can be a form of healing—for the writer and the listener alike. It’s a reminder that sometimes the songs that reach the most people start as a way to survive. Find out more about Colin here: Official website: https://www.officialcolinstough.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinstough/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colinstough/ X: https://x.com/ColinStough

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    Tera Lynne Fister: Owning Your Feminine In a World of Masculinity

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with one of her favorite Nashville firecrackers, the powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Tera Lynne Fister. In true show fashion, the conversation dances between hilarity and deep vulnerability—or as Lindsay puts it, "where sarcasm meets soul." Tera Lynne opens up about a recent health scare that forced her to redefine her femininity and confront difficult questions about fertility and family. She also shares the profound impact of losing her mother, Lisa, and how that grief became the "now or never" catalyst that pushed her to abandon cover bands for original artistry. Plus, the two discuss the "conspiracy" of low-vibration radio hits, why music must be kept sacred, and the childhood trauma of realizing Santa doesn't always bring the best gifts. Tera Lynne also treats us to a live performance of her unreleased song, "Big Picture," and a moving cover of Kacey Musgraves' "Christmas Makes Me Cry."

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    Chris Roberts: Balancing Family and Creativity, Even When Told Becoming a Father Would Get In The Way

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with one of her all-time favorite humans and longtime co-writing partners, Chris Roberts—yes, that Chris Roberts: Grammy-winning, multi-instrumentalist, original Broadway cast member of The Civil War, founding member of One Flew South, and one of the most wildly versatile voices in Nashville. For nearly twenty years he’s been part of Lindsay's creative DNA—traveling the country with her singing at truck stops, writing everything from trucking anthems to pop melodies, playing writers’ retreats, and shaping so much of the music born in her corner of this city. But this week we will dive fully into HIS story of how writing has shaped his life. His songs have landed cuts with H.E.R., Ashley McBryde, Matt Stell, Ashley Campbell, and even the Super Bowl, Call of Duty, Assassin’s Creed, 12 Strong, and half the networks you can name. From bluegrass to classical to video-game pop, Chris is brilliance, chaos, heart, and hilarity in one human—and Lindsay is truly honored to share him with you this week.Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Mark Gray & Mary Jo von Tillow: The Las Vegas Massacre and the Beautiful Connections That Came From It

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with journalist Mark Gray, longtime PEOPLE and Rolling Stone correspondent and the sole print reporter on the ground during the 2017 Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting—and Mary Jo von Tillow, who lost her husband Kurt in the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history. Together, they discuss their new book The Las Vegas Massacre Connections, a deeply human exploration of the unexpected bonds, healing journeys, and acts of courage that emerged in the years after the tragedy. Lindsay shares her own intertwined story with the von Tillow family, offering a conversation that is equal parts grief, resilience, connection, and the quiet strength of everyday Americans.Find The Book Here: The Las Vegas Massacre ConnectionsThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Heather Ogden: How a Young Introvert Still Chooses To Shine...Through Writing

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay steps into unknown territory with first time author Heather Ogden—a 23-year-old writer, fantasy world-builder, and quiet-force-of-nature. Her gift didn’t begin with a dream of authorship but with a kid chasing YouTube fame and accidentally discovering her purpose. An introvert who finds meaning in silence and power in imagination, Heather creates morally gray characters, emotionally charged worlds, and stories that ask the questions most people are afraid to say out loud. What started as amateur scripts became backstories, then short stories, and eventually full novels as she realized she didn’t want the spotlight—she wanted to build universes. In this conversation, Heather opens up about creativity, identity, and the unexpected journey of becoming a storyteller, all while honoring the people who helped her find her way.Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Chris Blair: When God Shifts Dreams To Unimaginable Places

    Lindsay sits down with longtime friend and multi-hyphenate powerhouse Chris Blair—entrepreneur, podcast host, artist manager, songwriter, author, amateur chef, pilot, and full-time lover of life. As the founder of Nashville’s iconic Listening Room Café and the force behind Emerge Nashville, Chris has spent nearly two decades championing songwriters, building businesses, and giving back through his Sound Good, Do Good initiative. He’s also a devoted husband, dad of three, and a guy Lindsay used to sing with back in the good ole days of Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge nearly 20 years ago—proof that the Nashville circle is small, wild, and full of stories.Where To Find Chris:Website: https://www.chrisblair.com/businessThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Amy Daughters: How Writing One Letter To a Childhood Friend Changed Her Entire Life

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with award-winning author and keynote speaker Amy Daughters, a Texas-born storyteller with a wild, wonderful idea that changed her life: what if you wrote every single one of your Facebook friends a handwritten letter? In her heartfelt and hilariously human book “Dear Dana, that time I went crazy and wrote all 580 of my Facebook friends, a handwritten letter,,” Amy shares how a simple reconnection and a weekly letter to an old friend facing unthinkable loss, spiraled into 580 handwritten notes, deep unexpected friendships, and a profound reminder that community is often sitting right in front of us. Join us for a conversation that proves writing can be a lifeline, social media can spark real connection, and sometimes the most meaningful shifts begin with a stamp and a little courage.Where To Find Amy:Website: https://www.amydaughters.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smokinhotamys/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amyweinlanddaughtersauthorTwitter: https://x.com/DaughtersAmyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-w-daughters-16352a227/Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Theresa Bruno: How the Grief of the Loss of Her Husband and Business Ironically Awoken Her Soul

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay Lawler is joined by author, Soul Talks podcast host, and jewelry designer Theresa Bruno for one of the most vulnerable conversations we’ve ever had on the show. Teresa’s new book, He’s Not Coming Back, chronicles the unthinkable loss of her husband to suicide and the lifelong journey of grief that now follows—not as something to “move past,” but as something to live with, honor, and transform. In this episode, Theresa will open up about how grief doesn’t take a vacation, why nature became her greatest healer, and how small, intentional rituals can keep love present even after loss. We talk about what it means to live fully when your life has been shattered, and how connection—real connection, without pretending—is the pathway to healing. And Theresa has wrapped this all up into her new book, and yes, continued to heal through writing. This is an episode for anyone who has ever lost someone or felt lost themselves, and Theresa offers a profound, gentle invitation to grieve, to love, and to begin again.Where To Find Theresa:Website: https://theresabruno.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresa.harper.bruno/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555855691008&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theresa.harper.bruno?_t=ZT-8zrZqOA7A45&_r=1The Soul Talks Podcast:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresa_harper_brunoApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-soul-talks-podcast/id1730854340Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZHMIz7eUPF5380iV1xYbA?si=d429c7970d194359&nd=1&dlsi=61e8dd904afa40c5iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-the-soul-talks-podcast-295151956/Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8bca2a24-221a-432f-8e50-bcb9744e79b9/the-soul-talks-podcastThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Autumn McEntire: I'm Not Where I Thought I Would Be...And It's So Much Better

    Lindsay welcomes renowned Nashville songwriter Autumn McEntire, who is a Oklahoma native from the legendary McEntire musical lineage - Yes, Reba's niece as well as part of the Singing McEntires. Autumn began writing songs at 14 and moved to Nashville at 18 to pursue her calling. Autumn is a Belmont University music business graduate and she signed her first publishing deal right out of college and has since written songs for major country artists including Lauren Alaina, Ashley McBryde, and the Grammy nominated title track off Reba McEntire's album Stronger Than The Truth. Autumn is not only a successful songwriter and producer with multiple full-length records under her belt, but she is also also a wife, mother, and woman of deep faith, rooted in family, God and authenticity. Tune in as we dive deep into her creative journey, heart behind her music, and evolution as a woman, mother and Nashville boss.Where To Find Autumn:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autumnmcentiresongs/?hl=enThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Sarah McCoy: When Fictional Characters are Based On Real Life...And Become our Teachers

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with Sarah McCoy, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, former NPR host, writing professor, and founder of the McCoy Grant. Known for blending history, faith, mystery, and identity, Sarah brings a depth of insight that bridges art and healing. Her latest novel, Whatever Happened to Lori Lovely?, explores the inner life of a Hollywood starlet who walks away from fame in search of meaning and serves as a springboard for a soulful conversation about writing as a path to truth and transformation.Where To Find Sarah:Website: https://sarahmccoy.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahMMcCoy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahmmccoy/GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2770941.Sarah_McCoyBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/sarahmmccoy.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@sarahmmccoyThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Sandy Knox: How Writing for Legends Turned Her Into One of Her Own

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay sits down with Grammy-nominated songwriter and author Sandy Knox, the lyrical force behind Reba McEntire’s classics “Does He Love You” and “Why Haven’t I Heard From You,” and a writer whose songs have been recorded by legends like Dolly Parton, Liza Minnelli, Neil Diamond, Dionne Warwick, and Donna Summer. Together they dive into the art of writing songs that make us feel emotions we haven’t even lived and Sandy’s newest, brutally honest and hilarious project "Weighting: My Life If it Were a Musical," a 20-year journey through body image, family, and self-worth. Expect a conversation that’s equal parts confessional and comedic as Lindsay and Sandy talk candidly about weight, the kind we carry on our bodies and in our hearts, proving once again that laughter and vulnerability might just be the most healing duet of all.Where To Find Sandy:Website: https://weighting.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weightingofficial/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@weightingofficialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576932699838YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weightingofficialThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Larry Gatlin: The Power of Words and THE WORD

    Lindsay welcomes to the show Larry Gatlin of Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers, a true Texas icon whose songs have resonated with generations. Larry began singing with his brothers Steve and Rudy as a child, and his journey from West Texas to Nashville stardom is one rooted in faith, hard work, and a deep love for the written word. Larry is more than a singer, he’s a gifted songwriter whose hits like “Broken Lady,” “All the Gold in California,” and “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You)” captured both the spirit and storytelling heart of country music. He’s also been a presence in conservative circles, contributing commentary on Fox News and elsewhere. To our country-loving trucking audience, Larry Gatlin is exactly the kind of guest whose lyrics reflect real life, the road, home, and America — and whose voice still carries weight.Where To Find Larry:Website: https://gatlinbrothers.com/larry-gatlinX/Twitter: https://x.com/gatlinbrothersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GatlinBrothers/?fref=tsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegatlinbrothers/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GatlinBrothersThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Cyndi Thomson: From Being Bullied To Becoming a Star, But Finding Peace in the Everyday

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay welcomes Georgia native Cyndi Thomson, whose debut album My World and chart-topping single “What I Really Meant to Say” shot her to instant country music stardom in 2001. At the height of her success, Cyndi made the surprising decision to walk away from the industry, later channeling her creativity into her own jewelry line, Haybelle Co., before finding her way back to music on her own terms. Now with new songs and a fresh perspective, Cyndi is running the game her way. Lindsay and Cyndi dive into a fun, powerful, woman-to-woman conversation about knowing when to step away, the courage to return, and the freedom of creating in divine timing.Where To Find Cyndi:Website: https://www.cyndithomson.com/Haybelle Co.: https://haybelleco.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyndithomson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialcyndithomsonTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cyndithomsonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ba4l0FDVSwPZvbAFPI1KgThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Kevin Post: No World Stage Is Big Enough to House the Pain of Losing a Parent...Except Writing

    On Episode 9 of We Should Write, Lindsay Lawler is joined by Kevin Post, a world-class multi-instrumentalist whose career spans more than 30 years on the road. Kevin spent over 15 years with Terri Clark and another 15 + years with Blake Shelton as a guitarist, pedal steel player, and background vocalist, also appearing as the steel guitarist for 13 seasons on NBC’s The Voice. Today, he tours with Aaron Lewis (of Staind) bringing his signature blend of guitar, Dobro, and harmony vocals to audiences nationwide. Beyond the stage, Kevin is a soulful singer-songwriter whose 2019 EP Them Blue Skies reveals the same depth and heart that has carried him through personal loss, breakups, and the search for healing in turbulent times — making him a truly inspiring guest on We Should Write.Where To Find Kevin:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevinpostmusic/X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevinpostmusic?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinp0st/?hl=enSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1OUTaHmgAwmrJghp6mqoPbApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kevin-post/517260881Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Jeremy Baker: How an Army Combat Veteran and PTSD Survivor Healed Through a Fictional Character

    This week on We Should Write, we welcome Jeremy Baker; combat veteran, PTSD survivor, and debut crime fiction author. After leaving college at 19 to serve as a U.S. Army counterintelligence agent, Jeremy spent two decades in national security focusing on intelligence, counterterrorism, and transnational organized crime. His powerful debut thriller, Guilty Sleep, mirrors pieces of his own journey: an Afghanistan vet grappling with PTSD, loyalty, and survival. Our conversation will dive into Jeremy’s extraordinary life, the healing power of writing, and how fiction can be both a reckoning and a release.Where To Find Jeremy:Website: https://www.jeremydbaker.com/X/Twitter: https://x.com/jdbaker11058Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jdbaker11058.bsky.socialThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Morgan Myles: When the Wedding Doesn't Happen, But the Writing Flows From It

    On Episode 7 of We Should Write, Lindsay welcomes powerhouse vocalist Morgan Myles (The Voice, Grand Ole Opry) for a raw and timely conversation. Morgan has been openly sharing her recent heartbreak—the end of an engagement, selling the house she and her fiancé had just moved into, and even trying on her wedding gown for a wedding that never happened—while also stepping into a bold new musical chapter with an upcoming album release. Together, they’ll talk about heartbreak, healing, and how writing turns pain into power.Where To Find Morgan:Website: https://www.morganmyleslive.com/X/Twitter: https://x.com/MorganMylesLIVEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganmyleslive/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@morganmylesliveFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MorganMylesLIVE/Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Author Laura Tremaine: Lindsay's Best Friend Talks About the Type of Friend Archeatypes We All Need In Life

    This week on We Should Write, Lindsay welcomes not just a guest, but her best friend in the world. Author, podcaster, and storyteller Laura Tremaine. From college roommates and LA adventures to being in each other’s weddings, Lindsay and Laura have truly lived it all side by side. Laura is the host of the "10 Things To Tell You" podcast and the author of "Share Your Stuff", "I’ll Go First" and "The Life Council". Expect laughter, depth, and a conversation between two women who know each other inside out and aren’t afraid to go there. The dynamic duo talk about family, the importance of gratitude, embracing new beginnings, encouraging vulnerability and much more.Where To Find Laura:Website: https://www.lauratremaine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura.tremaine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mslauratremaine10 Things To Tell You Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-things-to-tell-you/id1450216100Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...

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    Brooke Winstead: How a Miscarriage Broke Her Soul Wide Open and Encouraged Healing and Creativity

    In the 5th episode of We Should Write, Lindsay gets up close and personal with long-time friend and musician Brooke Winstead. The two sit down to talk about Brooke's journey to where she is today and how writing and music has helped her move through the highs and lows of life, from childhood to adulthood.We Should Write is a new show on RadioNemo that explores the transformative power of writing. Hosted by singer/songwriter and longtime RadioNemo voice Lindsay Lawler, the show turns a 17-year dream into reality, highlighting how writing can help us heal, grow, navigate life, and even save lives.

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    Emily West: How To Keep Showing Up Authentically When No One Knows Where To Place You

    On We Should Write Episode 4, Lindsay Lawler welcomes another friend and one of the most eccentric, authentic artists Nashville calls their own. You may know her from her duet with Keith Urban, her time on The Apprentice (yes, with Luke Bryan), or her jaw-dropping run to the finals on America’s Got Talent. But those are just the bullet points.The truth is, Emily West isn’t playing anyone, she is the character. A little Liza, a little Judy, a lot of heart. She’s a Nashville veteran who’s fought hard to be seen, to be heard, and to create the kind of magic that only she can. And in this episode, she's talking honestly about how writing has saved her life, what it’s like navigating mental health in an industry that doesn’t always make room for real emotion (or women), and why she continues to show up, sing, and sparkle. Don’t miss her sitting down with Lindsay to tell the truth behind lines like "I won't go on stage, lit up on amphetamines, singing ripped off melodies, while I fall apart. I'm a one woman show, and I wasn't made for the radio."  Where To Find Emily: https://theemilywest.com/

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    Tiffany: How an 80's Icon Stays Iconic and Authentic to This Day

    On this week's edition of We Should Write, host Lindsay Lawler sits down with pop music icon Tiffany. The two talk about her evolution as a songwriter and creator, the impact that food and cooking has had on her life, mental health, motherhood and many other captivating topics.We Should Write is a new show on RadioNemo that explores the transformative power of writing. Hosted by singer/songwriter and longtime RadioNemo voice Lindsay Lawler, the show turns a 17-year dream into reality, highlighting how writing can help us heal, grow, navigate life, and even save lives.Where to keep up with Tiffany:Website: https://tiffanytunes.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tiffanytunes/featuredInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany_tunes/Twitter: https://x.com/tiffanytunesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tiffanytunes

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    Timothy Howls of Plain White T's: Glitz, Glam and the Simple Beauties of Life That Make It All Worth It

    On the debut episode of We Should Write, host Lindsay Lawler sits down with Timothy Howls of Plain White T's. The two talk about his work with The Plain White T's, the writing process, faith and fatherhood, his newest solo single "Smithereens" and much more.We Should Write is a new show on RadioNemo that explores the transformative power of writing. Hosted by singer/songwriter and longtime RadioNemo voice Lindsay Lawler, the show turns a 17-year dream into reality, highlighting how writing can help us heal, grow, navigate life, and even save lives.

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    A Debut Episode 17 Years In The Making: Fred LeBlanc of Cowboy Mouth Talks Love and Loss While Continuing to Show Up

    On the debut episode of We Should Write, host Lindsay Lawler sits down with New Orleans' own Fred LeBlanc of Cowboy Mouth. They dive into their past experiences, the strategic art of songwriting, musical influences, and much more.We Should Write is a new show on RadioNemo that explores the transformative power of writing. Hosted by singer/songwriter and longtime RadioNemo voice Lindsay Lawler, the show turns a 17-year dream into reality, highlighting how writing can help us heal, grow, navigate life, and even save lives.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We Should Write is a show about the healing power of writing—told through conversations that blend sarcasm and soul, vulnerability and absurdity. Each week, host Lindsay Lawler dives deep with songwriters, authors, and creatives of all kinds to discover how putting pen to paper helped them work their stuff out. It’s part therapy, part comedy, all heart.​Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just jotting thoughts in the notes app at 3 a.m., this show is your permission slip to get it out, and hear unheard stories of how your favorite artists have done just that. Because through writing, we unlock healing, creativity, clarity, and maybe even a whole new version of ourselves.​So . . . we should write, right?!

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