For Writers and Speakers- The Called Creatives Podcast
For Writers and Speakers- The Called Creatives Podcast is hosted by Alli Worthington and Lisa Whittle. This interview-based show connects writers and speakers to the heartbeat of storytelling. Join us for conversations with seasoned creatives, uncovering the secrets behind impactful writing and speaking. Alli and Lisa offer a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, providing you with the encouragement and tools necessary to pursue your passion and respond to their creative call.
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The Power of Investing in Yourself with Stephanie May Wilson
10/30/2024
The Power of Investing in Yourself with Stephanie May Wilson
Have you ever wanted someone who is just a step or two ahead of you to share all their best advice? This episode is for you! Stephanie May Wilson hosts the Girls Night podcast and is the author of multiple books, including her latest, Create a Life You Love: How to Quiet Outside Voices So You Can Finally Hear Your Own. Join Stephanie, Alli, and Lisa for a conversation about what Stephanie found to be the most intimidating about being a TEDx speaker, how to know what you should do when there are so many things you could do creatively, and why feeling fear doesn’t mean you aren’t called to this work. Stephanie also shares her most helpful and successful lead magnets, tips for thinking outside the box when creating and marketing content, and thoughts on why (and how!) women should invest in themselves and their creative work. Listen in to learn more: (01:36) TED Talk Preparation and Triumph (08:49) Choosing Effective Lead Magnets (15:26) Exploring Fun Opportunities in Work (18:13) Mentorship and Rejection in Professional Relationships If you want to quiet the noise around you so you can focus on the work you are called to, listen to this conversation today! Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Stephanie May Wilson Stephanie May Wilson- Website: Stephanie May Wilson- Instagram: Stephanie May Wilson- Podcast: Stephanie May Wilson’s Newest Book, Create a Life You Love: How to Quiet Outside Voices So You Can Hear Your Own
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Embracing Your Unique Creative Path: Insights from Kimberly Stuart
10/16/2024
Embracing Your Unique Creative Path: Insights from Kimberly Stuart
What if the detours in your creative journey are actually the key to your success? Author and Podcaster Kimberly Stewart shares how life's unexpected twists have shaped her career. Join Alli, Lisa, and Kimberly as they discuss how patience, perseverance, and a touch of humor can turn unrelated experiences into a fulfilling path. Kimberly shares incredible insights into the creative process, the challenges of breaking conventional molds, and the importance of staying true to your voice. With grace as a central theme in her work, Kimberly encourages creatives to embrace their individuality—even when it feels like no one's paying attention. If you’re looking for encouragement to not give up on your dreams, even as those dreams shift, this episode is for you! Listen in to learn more : * Past Failures and Future Aspirations | 0:01:49 - 0:02:52 * Connecting Seasons of Harvest | 0:05:22 - 0:06:53 * The Art of Nonfiction Storytelling | 0:11:00 - 0:12:50 * Writing From Your Personal Experience | 0:18:44 - 0:19:40 LINKS: Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Hannah Brencher Kimberly Stuart- Website: Kimberly Stuart- Instagram: Kimberly Stuart- Podcasts: Kimberly Stuart’s New Book, Star for Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit) (PRE-ORDER NOW)
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How Unplugging Can Spark Creativity with Hannah Brencher
10/02/2024
How Unplugging Can Spark Creativity with Hannah Brencher
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all of the content online, and the pressure to show up there? Author of The Unplugged Hours Hannah Brencher has been there, and she has come to the other side of the overwhelm and pressure with wisdom to share! Join Hannah and Alli for this special conversation, where Hannah shares practical ways to pursue the craft of writing over the approval of the crowd, and the powerful change that happened in her creative work as she began spending more time unplugged. Hannah also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the rhythms for her successful weekly newsletter, systems for organizing and repurposing content, and what it means to share online from a place of overflow instead of overwhelm. If you are ready to rediscover the joy of creating, listen to this episode today! Listen in to learn more : 16:34-17:32 Finding Peace Through Unplugging 4:08 - 5:31 -Reconnecting Trough The Creative Process LINKS: Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Hannah Brencher Hannah Brencher- Website: Hannah Brencher- Instagram: Hannah Brencher- Newsletter: Hannah Brencher’s New Book, The Unplugged Hours:
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The Key to Successful Speaking: Body Language with Kristi Bramlett
09/18/2024
The Key to Successful Speaking: Body Language with Kristi Bramlett
Experts agree that the majority of our communication is nonverbal, but what does that mean for speakers? Kristi Bramlett, Certified Movement Analyst, is here to help you make the most of that nonverbal communication to support your message as you speak! Join Alli, Lisa, and Kristi for a candid conversation about how to communicate with your whole self. Kristi shares incredible insights about habits that can be distracting to an audience (we all have them!), why our bodies are an important but often overlooked element of speaking , and how our body language points us back to who God created us to be. Kristi brings practical tips for preparing to speak, encouragement for women supporting women, and a good word for speakers who are just starting out. Whether you are confident in your calling or just beginning to call yourself a speaker, don’t miss the gold in this episode! Listen in to learn more: Craft of Public Speaking Importance 09:17 - 10:43 Importance of Body in Communication 02:08 - 03:42 Empowering Women in Speaking Opportunities 16:34 - 18:40 LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Kristi Bramlett Kristi Bramlett- website: Kristi Bramlett- email:
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Sharing Your Words Without Losing Yourself with Allyson Golden :: Episode 11
09/04/2024
Sharing Your Words Without Losing Yourself with Allyson Golden :: Episode 11
How do you show up on social media and build an audience without giving into comparison? Allyson Golden, Founder of Words are Golden and Author of Arise and Shine: How to Be the Light That Ignites Hope in a Dark World, is here to give you all of her best tips! Join Alli and Allyson for this great conversation, where Allyson shares her experience as a first-time author, her best advice for those who want to share their words on social media, the importance of having solid inputs as a creative, and what it looks like to dream with God. If you have dreams of being a published author and want to share your words with the world, listen to this conversation today! Listen in to learn more: (00:19 - 00:47) An Instagram Success Story (04:08 - 04:54) Social Media Content Strategy Success (09:29 - 11:01) Trusting God's Timing in Publishing LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Allyson Golden Allyson Golden- website: Allyson Golden- Instagram:
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How to Pick Your Next Project with Nicole Unice
05/29/2024
How to Pick Your Next Project with Nicole Unice
As a creative, it’s easy to get bogged down with too many ideas. How do you pick your next project? Join Alli and Lisa for a conversation with Nicole Unice, where Nicole lays out her strategy for making that choice, and Alli calls it “one of the best tips I’ve heard in a long time.” (High praise!) Nicole Unice is a pastor, speaker, host of the How to Study the Bible podcast, and author of multiple books, including her latest Not What I Signed Up For. (Fun fact: Lisa wrote the forward for this book!) In this candid conversation, Nicole also shares about the behind-the-scenes work that goes into being a writer and speaker, one thing that helps her make the shift from insecurity to confidence (even now, years into her career!), and the failure she encountered as a first-time author that changed the trajectory of her career. If you’re looking for encouragement and clarity in your creative work, this is a can’t-miss episode! Listen in to learn more : (00:05) Navigating Insecurities in Writing and Speaking (10:18) Overcoming Failure and Creative Chaos (17:46) Embracing Creative Chaos and Writing Process (26:44) Guest Hype and Book Proposal Promotion LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Nicole Unice Nicole Unice- website: Nicole Unice- Instagram:
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Why You Should Write Your Story with Ally Fallon
05/15/2024
Why You Should Write Your Story with Ally Fallon
Is it worth it to write your story if you don’t intend to publish it? Founder of Find Your Voice and expert publishing coach Ally Fallon says YES! An award-winning author of 13 books, including her most recent, Write Your Story: A Simple Framework to Understand Yourself, Your Story, and Your Purpose in the World, Ally joins Lisa for this conversation about the power of writing. Ally shares about the importance of writing your story, what it’s like to tell the stories of others as a ghostwriter, practical tips for writing a compelling opening, how to overcome writer’s block and settle into the writing process, and why you can (and should!) call yourself a writer. If you’re looking for insider tips from a writing pro, listen to this episode today! LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Ally Fallon Ally Fallon- website: Ally Fallon- Instagram:
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How To Make A Pivot With Your Work with Kelly Minter
05/01/2024
How To Make A Pivot With Your Work with Kelly Minter
After disappointment or devastation, how do you pivot and move forward? Author and Bible teacher Kelly Minter joins Alli and Lisa for a candid conversation about how Kelly herself pivoted from music to writing and speaking. Kelly also shares the good news of God’s unlimited creativity, the truth about how hard things can be in creative work, the importance of being authentic to who you are and what God is doing in your life, and why taking criticism from trusted sources is an important part of our work as writers and speakers. If you’re looking for encouragement to not give up on your dreams, even as those dreams shift, this episode is for you! Listen in to learn more : (02:24 - 03:29) Embracing Imperfection in Creative Careers (11:25 - 12:33) Writing Challenges and Cookbook Creation (16:58 - 18:00) Redemption Through Bible Study (22:08 - 23:57) Jesus' Teachings and Miracles Study LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Kelly Minter Kelly Minter- Website: Kelly Minter- Instagram:
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From 300 to 300+ Million with Tara-Leigh Cobble
04/17/2024
From 300 to 300+ Million with Tara-Leigh Cobble
How does someone go from wanting to reach 300 people to having over 328 MILLION podcast downloads?! Host of The Bible Recap podcast and bestselling author of a book by the same name, Tara-Leigh Cobble joins Alli and Lisa for a behind-the-scenes look at how God has done more than she hoped for with her podcast. Tara-Leigh is not holding back, sharing where the idea for The Bible Recap came from, her biggest fear in starting the show (and why having a mentor tell her “no” was actually a great thing), overcoming discouragement and spiritual attacks, and what she wishes she would’ve known (and done!) sooner. This conversation is for the creative who feels called and has a dream. If that is you, be sure to listen through the end– you do not want to miss Tara-Leigh’s final word! Listen in to learn more : (03:51 - 05:24) Overcoming Fear of Theological Errors (06:51 - 08:20) Developing Ideas and Learning From Failures (20:35 - 21:37) God's Work LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Tara-Leigh Cobble Website: The Bible Recap Website: D-Group Website: Instagram: The Bible Recap Instagram:
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You Can't Wait to Be Fearless with Christy Wright
04/03/2024
You Can't Wait to Be Fearless with Christy Wright
Want a behind-the-scenes peek into the creative work of a pro? This conversation is for you! Author, speaker, and host of the “Get Your Hopes Up” podcast, Christy Wright, joins Alli and Lisa for this conversation, where Christy shares the inside scoop on why it’s normal to feel fear when you’re doing something new, the power of leaning into your strengths and being consistent, and why she says Facebook ads are (still!) a good investment. Christy shares personal stories of setting priorities, successful Facebook ads, and disappointing launches that will encourage you to continue your creative work. If you want real-life examples from a successful creative, look no further! Listen in to learn more : (02:13 - 02:55) Ineffective Creative Advice and Phrase (06:40 - 08:03) Unlocking Productivity Through Confident No's (14:01 - 15:06) Benefits of Paid Advertising in Business (18:56 - 19:42) Setting Goals and Sales Strategies LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Christy Website Instagram
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Sharing a Difficult Story with Grace with Brandi Wilson
03/20/2024
Sharing a Difficult Story with Grace with Brandi Wilson
How do you share a difficult story when other people are involved? Life coach, speaker, and author Brandi Wilson has done that beautifully, and she’s here to help you do the same! In this candid and compelling conversation with Alli and Lisa, Brandi shares how she navigated knowing when and how to tell her story (that deeply involves others!), surprising parts of her journey through the publishing process, and why authenticity is a superpower. If you want to tell your story in a way that is honest and honorable to all involved, listen to this conversation today! Listen in to learn more : (08:55 - 09:47) Navigating Legal Issues in Publishing (14:26 - 16:33) Audience Building Strategies and Authenticity (20:32 - 21:42) The Legacy of S4 LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Brandi Brandi Wilson - Website: Pick up a copy of Brandi’s book: Better than Okay
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The Secret to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Bri McKoy
03/06/2024
The Secret to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Bri McKoy
Have you ever struggled to see yourself as a writer? Blogger and author of “The Cook’s Book” Bri McKoy has been there! In this conversation, Bri shares with Alli and Lisa (and you!) what she has learned about the power of authentic relationships, her most significant hurdle in believing in her own value as a writer, and the magic of being a mastermind. If you’ve asked yourself if the patience and consistency it takes to do this work for the long haul will ever pay off, this conversation with Bri will encourage you to keep going! Listen in to learn more : (01:47 - 03:06) Cooking Journey Through Mistakes and Enthusiasm (05:56 - 07:22) Building Genuine Relationships for Success (11:12 - 12:37) Mastermind Secrets (13:49 - 14:45) Audience Building and Constant Adaptation (17:39 - 19:09) Setting Goals and Committing to Growth LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Bri Bri McKoy- Website: Bri’sLatest Book, The Cook’s Book
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The Secret To Not GIving Up With Max Lucado
02/21/2024
The Secret To Not GIving Up With Max Lucado
“A lot of people want to have written, but not many people want to write.” -Max Lucado New York Times bestselling author and Pastor Max Lucado joins Lisa for a conversation full of practical advice and true writing wisdom. In this episode, Max gives us the behind-the-scenes scoop on the power of serving God right where you are, why he framed his first manuscript acceptance letter, how he chooses what project to focus on, and his best advice for writers at all stages. If you are a writer who has wondered if it’s worth it to keep going, this is a can’t-miss conversation! Listen in to learn more : (07:29 - 08:17) The Power of Serving the Lord (14:17 - 15:29) Lessons and Disliking Writing Advice (20:28 - 21:28) The Importance of Rewriting in Writing LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Max Max Lucado- Website: Max’s Latest Book,
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Secrets from the Publisher with Jennifer Dukes Lee
02/07/2024
Secrets from the Publisher with Jennifer Dukes Lee
Looking for a realistic and encouraging discussion on building an audience and your platform? This is it! As a bestselling author and an acquisitions editor for Bethany House, Jennifer Dukes Lee understands both sides of the publishing relationship. In this honest conversation with Alli and Lisa, Jennifer shares about balancing the craft of writing with advocating for your reader, having realistic expectations as an author, what is working (and not working!) in gathering an audience, and why there is no “magic number” when it comes to platform size and publishing. For thoughtful advice from someone who sits on both sides of the publishing partnership, listen to this conversation today! Listen in to learn more : Listen in to learn more : (00:01) - Writing, Publishing, Audience Building Insights (08:49) - Content Strategies and Book Marketing Tips (14:37) - Writer's Advice and Overcoming Discouragement (23:12) - Navigating Discouragement in Book Publishing (28:02) - Importance of Persistence and Starting Fresh (33:51) - Fun Writing and Marketing Power LINKS Leave a Review for the Called Creatives Podcast: Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Jennifer Dukes Lee Website:
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Secrets from a Career Author and How to Handle Discouragement
01/18/2024
Secrets from a Career Author and How to Handle Discouragement
“We are always aware of how someone else has arrived, but we don’t know where they’ve been and the journey they’ve been on.” -Ruth Chou Simons Bestselling author and artist Ruth Chou Simons joins Alli and Lisa for a candid conversation all about her creative journey. Ruth shares how her creative work started with her small business, Gracelaced, the pivots she has had to make along the way, and how she handles discouragement even now as a bestselling author. If you’ve ever struggled with disappointment in how an idea turned out or need encouragement to stay with it, this is one conversation you will not want to miss. Listen in to learn more: (00:03) Writing, Speaking, Creating (08:02) Lessons Learned in Publishing Success (14:52) Struggles of a Career Author (20:32) Navigating Existential Crisis and Audience Building (26:47) Authentic Social Media Strategies LINKS for the Called Creative Podcast Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives Called Creatives Website - Alli - Website : Alli - Instagram : Lisa Whittle - Website: Lisa Whittle - Instagram: Connect with Ruth Website:
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