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Whisky & Words
by NOD Network
Whisky & Words is an exploration of writers and what makes them tick. Hosted by author David Olsen, each episode showcases a different writer at varying stages in their careers, where the writer shares a piece of their work and engages in an in-depth discussion around it. The questions cover all aspects of their creative process; their background, motivations, inspirations and what they enjoy most about playing with words. With writing to entertain, questions to inform and personal stories to inspire, tune in to a new episode every two weeks and be ready to hear from the people behind the pages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Single Measures #2
In this second instalment of Single Measures, poet Gemma Reed reads a selection of her poetry about the English seaside. If you wish to contribute a story, poem or other writing to Single Measures, feel free to get in touch on Facebook, on Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Hosted on Acast....
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Episode 10: Timothy D Olsen
This is a very special episode of Whisky & Words. David's guest is none other than his father, Timothy D Olsen. Together, father and son discuss writing process, motivations and the gift that writers have to affect others.Throughout their discussion, they sample a glass of Talisker 10 year old...
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Episode 9: Kit Jenkin
David's guest in Episode 9 is Canadian short story author, Kit Jenkin. Kit shares his incredible short story 'Regeneration' and together they sample a measure of Jameson Black Barrel, a wonderfully sweet Irish whiskey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 8: Gemma Reed
Episode 8 sees David welcoming poet Gemma Reed onto the show. Gemma shares a selection of her poetry, they discuss the storytelling power of poetry in general and together they sample a measure of Jura Origin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Single Measures #1
In this first instalment of Single Measures, David reads his own story 'Panes of the Soul'. If you wish to contribute a story to Single Measures, feel free to get in touch on Facebook, on Twitter or by emailing [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 7: Rosemary Collins
This episode sees David welcoming author and journalist Rosemary Collins. Rosemary shares excerpts from her upcoming novel, 'How to Change the World', and the pair sample a dram of The Glenlivet Founder's Reserve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 6: John Campbell
This episode features writer John Campbell. He and David discuss the impact of relationships and feelings beneath the surface on writing fiction.John reads his story 'In His Hands' and the pair sample a measure of Laphroaig Select. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 5: Simeon Smith
David's guest in this episode is author Simeon Smith. Simeon shares an extract of an award-winning short story and they discuss writing as escapism as well as how to reconcile fiction and faith. The pair sample a glass of Douglas Laing's Old Particular, 18 Year Old Tobermory. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Episode 4: Ellie Paskell
In this episode, David welcomes writer and actress Ellie Paskell. Known for performances on television and the stage, Ellie discusses her rekindled passion for writing and the motivation behind it, as well as her work with mindfulness and new media. David and Ellie sample a glass of Glen Moray…
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Episode 3: Jamie Ryder
Episode 3 sees David welcoming novelist and blogger Jamie Ryder. Jamie reads excerpts from his new novella 'Shadows at Dawn' whilst they sample a measure of The Ardmore Legacy (a new addition to David's collection). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 2: Mina Mitich
In this episode, David sits down with poet Mina Mitich in order to discuss the power of poetry, expression and constant self-evaluation. Mina reads a varied selection of her poems and the pair sample a glass of The 15 by Dalmore, one of David's personal favourites. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Episode 1: Tom Rowe
Our inaugural episode in which David sits down with novelist and short story writer Tom Rowe. Tom reads excerpts from his story 'What do you do Annie?' (from his short story collection 'Alcoves Inside the Lining') and the pair sip a dram of Writers Tears Irish Whiskey. Tom's writings can be found...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Whisky & Words is an exploration of writers and what makes them tick. Hosted by author David Olsen, each episode showcases a different writer at varying stages in their careers, where the writer shares a piece of their work and engages in an in-depth discussion around it. The questions cover all aspects of their creative process; their background, motivations, inspirations and what they enjoy most about playing with words. With writing to entertain, questions to inform and personal stories to inspire, tune in to a new episode every two weeks and be ready to hear from the people behind the pages.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
HOSTED BY
NOD Network
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How many episodes does Whisky & Words have?
Whisky & Words currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Whisky & Words is an exploration of writers and what makes them tick. Hosted by author David Olsen, each episode showcases a different writer at varying stages in their careers, where the writer shares a piece of their work and engages in an in-depth discussion around it. The questions cover all...
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Whisky & Words is created and hosted by NOD Network.
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