Wild Precious Life

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  • Join author, educator, and learner, Annmarie Kelly as she laughs, cries, and kvetches with the writers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and wanderers who inspire all of us to reach beyond our divisions and discover what it means to be wild, precious, and brave.
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Episodes
  • My Marriage Sabbatical with Leah Fisher

    My Marriage Sabbatical with Leah Fisher
    Jan 14 2025
    In her 60s, after decades as a psychotherapist, marital counselor, and work and family consultant, Leah Fisher embarked upon solo trips to multiple countries to see whether she could connect across cultures, participate in community projects, and try to be “of use.” On today’s show, Leah joins us to speak about her new memoir, My Marriage Sabbatical, and to discuss what is lost and gained when couples pursue separate dreams. Episode Sponsors: Orinda Books – An independently-owned bookstore just 30 minutes east of San Francisco. We’re open six days a week with free parking, and the Orinda BART station is a pleasant half-mile walk away. We provide a diverse range of books and our children's department is extensive and inviting. Besides books, we also carry puzzles, toys, cards, and calendars, as well as locally-made chocolate, olive oil, ceramics, and artwork. We love to read and recommend our favorites — so don't hesitate to ask! Stop by or shop online at orindabooks.com. International Writers' Collective – The Collective offers fiction and poetry workshops online and in the Netherlands and a vibrant international community to support you in your writing goals. Many students view their program as a cheaper and more flexible alternative to an MFA. Learn more and find a class at internationalwriterscollective.com. Titles Mentioned in This Episode: My Marriage Sabbatical: A Memoir of Solo Travel and Lasting Love, by Leah Fisher Necessary Losses: The Loves Illusions Dependencies and Impossible Expectations That All of us Have, by Judith Viorst Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, by Judith Viorst The Work of Christmas, based on a poem by Howard Thurman. Follow Leah Fisher: mymarriagesabbatical.com **Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: If this conversation sparked in you a desire to travel, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025. Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France. You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat and the coupon code is 25AK In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE. For folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more. Photo Credit: Aileen Schier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures with Regina Brett

    Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures with Regina Brett
    Dec 24 2024
    Regina Brett is a two-time Pulitzer finalist and the New York Times bestselling author of God Never Blinks. Her latest book is Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures. On today’s show, Annmarie and Regina talk about their Catholic upbringings, cancer survival, best and worst Christmases, and what it means to be a slice of God for other people. Episode Sponsors: Loganberry Books – An independently owned and operated bookstore in the historic Larchmere neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Loganberry features a carefully curated collection of new, used and rare books in all genres for both readers and collectors, with an inventory over 100,000 volumes. Find your next great read and shop online at loganberrrybooks.com. Mac’s Backs – A proud Cleveland indie bookstore with three floors for browsing, great online service, and chocolate milkshakes right next door. Find your next great read and shop online at macsbacks.com. Books by Regina Brett Little Detours and Spiritual Adventures God Never Blinks God Is Always Hiring Be the Miracle Other Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, by Lori Gottlieb Here are the trailers for It’s a Wonderful Life and White Christmas. Follow Regina Brett: Instagram: @ReginaBrett Facebook: ReginaBrettFans Twitter: @ReginaBrett Substack: @ReginaBrett reginabrett.com Photo Credit: Katie Montague Malone **Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing with other women on retreat, consider joining Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025. Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France. You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat and the coupon code is 25AK In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE. For folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Wonderache with John Roedel

    Wonderache with John Roedel
    Dec 10 2024
    John Roedel is a poet, writer, comic, storyteller, and terrible dancer who gained unexpected notability as a writer and poet through Facebook conversations. His latest book is WonderAche. On today’s show, Annmarie and John talk about their Catholic upbringings, the places where faith meets doubt, and how to show up for others with more vulnerability and truth. Episode Sponsors: Bonsai Books in Cheyenne, Wyoming. At Bonsai, we’re more than just a bookstore. We believe in the power of books to inspire, educate, and connect people. Our team of passionate book lovers is dedicated to curating a diverse selection of new books for readers of all ages and interests. At Bonsai, we bring literature to the community. Stop by our Cheyenne store at 126 Quincy Road or find us on social media @bonsaibookswy. Bonsai, more than just a bookstore. Address: 126 Quincy Rd Phone: 307-421-5307 Hours: Mon: Closed ,Tue-Sat: 11-6, Sun: 12-5 We can be found on Facebook at Bonsai Books and Instagram @bonsaibookswy. Ashland University Low-Res MFA – Expand your writing practice and refine your craft within the supportive community of Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing. Our accomplished faculty will help you find your voice and complete your degree at your own pace. Learn more and enroll today at ashland.edu. Books by John Roedel Wonderache Upon Departure Hey God. Hey John.: What Happens When God Writes Back Remedy Fitting In Is For Sardines Any Given Someday Untied Other Authors and Titles Mentioned in This Episode: The Gift: Poems by Hafiz, the Great Sufi Master, by Daniel Ladinsky Michelle Francois-Walsh, Founder of My Village Well Here are the trailers for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Patterson, and About Time. Follow John Roedel: Instagram: @john_roedel Facebook: johnbigjohn Twitter: @JohnnyRoedel Substack: johnroedel.substack.com www.johnroedel.com **Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment: If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing with John Roedel, consider joining him for a weeklong storytelling retreat in Italy next fall. Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Athena Dixon for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025. Or you can join Annmarie and co-leader Phyllis Biffle Elmore for a writing retreat in France. You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We’d love to help you make your wishes come true. As of this moment, we only have 2 spots left for France, but you can click this link for $900 off. Enter the password RetreatWriteRepeat and the coupon code is 25AK In 2025, Annmarie is teaching online Tuesday nights for Writing Workshops. Learn more and register HERE. For her folks interested in an online Saturday morning writing class, message Annmarie to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins

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