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0:00 - I Thought You Had To Be Crazy To Be A Filmmaker
13:04 - I’ve Submitted 10 Times To The Nicholl Fellowships, Here’s How I Won
35:01 - The Writing Process I Use To Discover What A Screenplay Is Really About
45:14 - One Truth No One Can Teach You About Screenwriting
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Maybe it was growing up in Arkansas as a Canadian, or the summers in rural Ireland with his grandparents, but Daniel has always been drawn to out-of-place characters, strange environments, and the unique rhythms of how people talk. He just completed post on his horror film “Succubus,” starring Ron Perlman and Rosanna Arquette, to be released in 2024. Crossing over 500 screens in the U.S. and beginning its run in the U.K. is his feature “Hard Miles,” starring Golden Globe-winner Matthew Modine and Oscar-Nominee Sean Astin, which has won multiple awards and screened at prestigious festivals including Chicago International, Heartland Film Festival, and Cinequest. Prior to that, Daniel directed the true-story feature “Miss Virginia,” starring three-time Emmy-winner Uzo Aduba, Oscar-Nominee Aunjanue Ellis, and Vanessa Williams. The film was listed as a New York Times and USA Today Must-See Fall Movie, won the Audience Award at The Naples Film Festival, and received a limited theatrical release, cable premiere on BET, and streaming deal with Netflix. 

As a writer, Daniel is a winner of The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting, as well as the Slamdance, ScriptPipeline, and Screencraft writing awards. He also explores storytelling as an editor, with ten features under his belt, including horror film “What Lies Below,” starring Mena Suvari, which hit #1 on Netflix, and “Supercell” starring Alec Baldwin, Anne Heche, and Skeet Ulrich, which hit #1 on Hulu. Daniel hopes to continue telling cinematic, character-driven stories long past the time any sane person would have retired.

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David Singer is an internationally acclaimed clarinetist whose career has included two
performances at the White House and more than 150 appearances in Carnegie Hall.
Joseph Horowitz in The New York Times wrote about David Singer, “To describe his
playing would be to enumerate a catalogue of virtues.”

Mr. Singer’s recording of the Aaron Copland Clarinet Concerto was praised by
Lawrence A. Johnson from Gramophone Magazine in the UK as “one of the finest
accounts around,” and his performances have been featured on the BBC and on Sirius
XM as a principal performer of the Grammy Award-winning Orpheus Chamber
Orchestra, NYC.

Professor Singer taught as a guest teacher at both the Yale and Princeton Schools of
Music as well as at the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern
California, and is Emeritus Professor of Clarinet/Coordinator of Chamber Music at
Montclair State University, NJ. He continues to coach young musicians across Southern
California and performs with the Singer Chamber Players and the Channel Islands
Chamber Orchestra.

His debut memoir, From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall, chronicles his remarkable journey
of overcoming obstacles and ultimately becoming successful in music and life.
From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall has just been chosen among many ten’s of
thousands of books to be part of the Los Angeles Public Library collection.

“From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall shows how effort and perseverance can turn dreams
into reality.” “This book is a testament to inspiration and resilience.” Diana Lopez,
Readers’ Favorite Five Star Review

A Courageous Story of a Life in Music - This is an excellent view of an inspired life in
the turgid world of classical music in the late 1960’s – 2000’s. Reading of his struggles
and triumphs to reach the top of his field and survive is stirring. Baron, Five Star
Amazon Review

“An intimate, candid look at the highs and lows of one musician’s artistic pursuit.”
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Artifice

223: David Singer

Drew and Lauren polish off Alix Harrow's time travel fantasy, talking romance, ciphers, and plot twists along the way.

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Episode 255: The Everlasting Part 2

Milling boards, the recipe exchange to stick it to the robots, and more. It's the Nighthawk for November 4th, 2025. 

Backyard Lumberyard - The Signalman Show, S7 E15

Sitting in the dark  
Writing by candlelight 
Thank you fire for lighting up my night 
Thank you fire for lighting up my early hours 

sitting in the dark 
Ideas Spark
My Arc
​celestial path
Writing by candlelight

sunrise
Self-actualize
sun coming out
Rays coming through
Gardens awakening
songbirds fly by
Sun is now lighting my path 
taking the lead
lighting my eyes 
beyond my pages of dreams

Sun in my field of dreams

Thank you fire for illuminating my early hours  
My spark hours
my arc
My celestial path
illuminating early day hours 

Sun takes over 
lights my path for the day

We will meet again tomorrow in the early hours 
With my pen
inkwell
Wonderworld  
my dreams 
and you illuminating my page

Thank you for illuminating my soul fire 
I’m so grateful for your company 
In my spark hours
see you when I wake from my daydream
My wonder world night dream
My soul scream!


candlelight [11325907]

This interview first aired on Monday the 4th of November, 2025  on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton.

One FM breakfast announcer Plemo interviews Bronwyn Cole from the Goulburn Valley Libraries who gives an update of everything that is happening around GV Libraries.

To find out more about all their events and to book head to https://www.gvlibraries.com.au/events

For more information you can call Goulburn Valley Libraries on 1300 374 765 or go to www.gvlibraries.com.au.

Listen to One FM Breakfast with Plemo Monday - Friday, 6am - 9am.

Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131

The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1.

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Bronwyn Cole from Goulburn Valley Libraries

The longtime BBC Radio 1 host talks about the liberation of leaving broadcasting, her pivot to fiction writing and her party series, Before Midnight.

If you grew up in the UK, chances are you've heard Annie Mac on the radio. The Irish native started on the airwaves in 2004 when she was 26. She hosted a nightly programme called Future Sounds, before eventually moving to a Friday night dance music show, which catapulted her into the pop cultural zeitgeist. 

Being at the BBC was a boon to her career, but as she reveals in this Exchange—her second appearance on the series—it also came with its limitations. She left the media giant in 2021 to spend more time with her family, and to pursue her own projects without the inhibition of BBC codes of conduct on matters around free speech. Since departing, she has been outspoken about politics and engaged in ongoing advocacy work and calls for change as an independent curator and podcast host.

Annie Mac also speaks to Exchange host Chloe Lula about the art of interviewing; her popular party series, Before Midnight; her pivot to writing; how getting older has shaped her view of success; and what it means to lead the "good life." She has also published two novels, both of which pull from loosely autobiographical topics: The Troubles in Ireland, the music industry in London and bigger thematic arcs such as navigating motherhood and grief. Listen to the episode in full.

EX.782 Annie Mac

4 a.m., 
awake again
 ideas flowing 
dreamscape unfolding

Curiosity... I rise up...
Candlelight trembles... 
I write
San Francisco sleeps 
dreams of wonder streams
​
Above my crown Jupiter resides
Golden healer expanding my light
I breathe you in
Hear whispers in between...
Hush of night gnosis
Expanding my osmosis

Jupiter's sparkle of starlight
Waking me from slumber tonight...

ahhhhh
ahhhhh

hush before dawn, I open wide—
Curious heart, expanding inside
Expanding a higher timeline...


Questions awaken 
instructions taken
I write... 
Ignite candlelight
What stirs my delight?
Why now? Why me? What door is near?
What threshold next? 
step through... 

begin...

Jupiter
Jupiter
Jupiter

I surrender  to the flow... 
inspiration apropos,
To the spark -- trust my radio
Each thought a world, 
Each breath a song, 
Each born in wonder world


Jupiter  
awake me 
remind me how vast I sound...
alive in this galaxy of stars
exist without measure 
exponential pleasure
creating peace through vibe
feeling alive
Jupiter keeper of expansion codes,
Thank you for your whispers...
I'm never alone...
open to light, to wonder, to growth oath —
A soul in space, finding its place...

free and alive...
Jupiter...
Jupiter...


My candle sighs, morning arrives.
Dreams drift home with golden spark. 

rotate to another crown,
I remain by the Bay  ...
tiny spec on my earth star—
Wider, wiser, inspired by wonder.
​
Jupiter...
Jupiter...
Jupiter above my crown...
​
Adieu till next time
Adieu till your orbit spins around...
 
work side by side 
You in the sky
Me on earth star
Creating from wonder time
sparkles at night
​
Jupiter...
Jupiter......
ignite my light...
​ignite my light...
ignite my light...

Jupiter Crown [444]

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air.

Today on the podcast, meet Sylvia Mercedes, author of the upcoming romantasy The Seventh Champion! Elle and Sylvia talk about coziness versus darkness, plotting versus pantsing, and the romantic power of foam noodles. Enjoy!


Sylvia’s Bio:
Sylvia Mercedes makes her home in the idyllic North Carolina countryside with her handsome husband, numerous small children, and a menagerie of rescue cats and dogs. When she’s not writing she’s . . . okay, let’s be honest. When she’s not writing, she’s running around after her littles, cleaning up glitter, trying to plan healthy-ish meals, and wondering where she left her phone. In between, she reads a steady diet of fantasy novels. But mostly she’s writing.

Sylvia is the author of more than 20 popular Fantasy Romance novels, including the internationally bestselling BRIDE OF THE SHADOW KING trilogy.


Find Sylvia’s Website and Books Here:
https://www.sylviamercedesbooks.com/ 

~~~

Elle Hartford’s Bio:
Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! 

Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources.

Find Elle Online:
https://ellehartford.com/

Sylvia Mercedes ~ The Seventh Champion ~ Cozy Alchemy Ep. 14

Join the NaNoGang after one week of writing and see how they went and compare your own journey! Not only that but we have a fantastic writing tip from Trent Dalton and special guest Margot McGovern, who loves horror and tells us all about the tropes, while scaring Cristy.

768. The NaNoGang are back writing 50,000 words in November - Adrian, Dani, Tristan and Cristy (2)

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i feel this is one of my more powerful songs ive written when i thought i had failed and was thinking of giving up but I'm glad i didn't i hope you all can enjoy this one 

Unwritten Ghosts

"Wade Ronsse is a touring drummer, private drum teacher, session musician, and a small but enthusiastic part of Boise, Idaho's vibrant music scene. He tours nationally with Americana/Jam troubadour Jeff Crosby and has been a part of many (mostly locally) well regarded bands, including Lounge on Fire, Wend, Sun Blood Stories, Freeman Dejongh, and Rider & Rolling Thunder.

This more band-focused drumming has led to creative applications on projects spanning from heavy psychedelic rock, horn-driven R&B, psychedelic to avant-garde harp and string quartet experimental music, all the way to Honkey Tonk Country. His recording career is rooted in a deep appreciation for Boise-based musical creators, resulting in a small but cherished catalog of over 100 recordings with his favorite local musicians, collaborators, and friends. His 2025 record contributions include the surfy/twangy Day for Night with femme-fronted group Cactus Moon as well as the indie/folk and art rock Wait, Sky by Jesse Blake Rundle (released on DOE Records). 

When he's not behind the kit, Wade spends his time working on a small urban farm, taking long walks, reading and learning about mysticism and magick, consuming far too much Star Wars, and, of course, being a forever student of the drums."

instagram: @darth_wade.r

Ep. 224: Wade Ronsse

Rich gifts us a life or death scenario with a villain you won't see coming, Josh brings fan-favorite(?) Reesez the Wise back into the fold, and Jeff begins a new multi-part mystery starring a familiar dick!

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Episode 73: Alcohol & Photographs

This interview first aired on Monday the 10th of November, 2025  on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton.

One FM breakfast announcer Plemo interviews Bronwyn Cole from the Goulburn Valley Libraries who gives an update of everything that is happening around GV Libraries.

To find out more about all their events and to book head to https://www.gvlibraries.com.au/events

For more information you can call Goulburn Valley Libraries on 1300 374 765 or go to www.gvlibraries.com.au.

Listen to One FM Breakfast with Plemo Monday - Friday, 6am - 9am.

Contact the station on admin@fm985.com.au or (+613) 58313131

The ONE FM 98.5 Community Radio podcast page operates under the license of Goulburn Valley Community Radio Inc. (ONE FM) Number 1385226/1.

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In this episode of “We Published Beloved!”, Deesha Dyer shares her remarkable journey from community organizing to working in the White House, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in storytelling from her book "Undiplomatic." She discusses the challenges of navigating the publishing industry as a Black woman, the significance of community support, and the impact of politics on personal narratives. Deesha encourages aspiring writers to embrace their unique stories, seek guidance, and give themselves grace as they navigate their own paths in writing and identity.

S1E8 - Deesha Dyer | We Published, Beloved! Podcast

Join the NanoGang for episode 3 after two weeks of doing NaNoWriMo. How did they go? How many words did they write and are they going to get through the danger zone?

770. The NaNoGang are back writing 50,000 words in November - Adrian, Dani, Tristan and Cristy

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2 prompts, 3 stories, and infinite laughs! Hilarious podcast boys Rich Masters, Josh Henderson & Jeff Pennington create comedy tales from three genres, based on your prompts! Music by VidaZen!

The publishing world is overwhelmingly white and the stories that we read reflect that reality. Because of this long-time trend, many new and upcoming Black and queer authors often feel shut out and excluded from the publishing process.

This podcast demystifies the publishing process with a focus on first-time Black and queer authors.

Bringing the wonder to Science and the World.

One FM Community Radio Station airs a range of programs, including  "Ethnic Programs"  (in languages other than English), specialist interview programs such as "Shepplife" and health programs (So Much More)which are podcast here.  We also podcast a range of local sports programs as part of our Super Saturday Sports Show.  
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The programs are recorded and first aired at One FM 98.5 Community Radio Station in Shepparton (Victoria, AUSTRALIA), and produced with the assistance of the Community Broadcasting Foundation or the National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters' Council.

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Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work and how literature has the power to change the world. 

The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. 

Dani Vee your host, English teacher, podcaster, reader, book enthusiast and over-thinker. Dani is joined by various guest co-hosts and has a number of spin off episodes including the Feedback Sessions, Summer Series Takeover, Bite-Size Episodes, livestreams, mash-ups and cross-overs. 

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Great art almost feels like magic—it opens our minds to brand new ideas, and teaches us to see ourselves and our world more clearly. Of course, behind all great art, there are artists. And that’s where the real magic happens…

As we go beneath the art itself to explore how different artists do what they do, we see glimpses of the sorts of creativity, resilience, and bravery that lead to the art that moves our world. And maybe we can learn to borrow some of that magic for our very own thinking.

Join professional musician Emily Merrell for conversations with artists of all kinds. Together, we examine the mysteries of our own experiences, our muses and fears, our gifts and foibles, our beliefs about the origins of creativity, and the secret magic we’ve discovered in our unique creative processes. 

Mediums include: studio art, graphic design, dance, cooking, illustration, creative writing, storytelling, comedy, music composition, music performance, film making, acting, production, fashion design, photography, and more.

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