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Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature. Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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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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684. Kirsty Iltners and Dani Vee: Depth of Field
Kirsty Iltners and Dani Vee: Depth of Field
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683. TAKEOVER: Zoe Gaetjens and Amy Adeney: Picture Books
Zoe and Amy chat about their new books, the winding road to publication, and the ways in which reading and writing have helped them make unexpected connections.
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682. Les Zig and Dani Vee chat about YA novel This
Les Zig and Dani Vee chat about YA novel This, anxiety, the 80s, mental health and writing screenplays and novels.
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681. TAKEOVER: Ber Carroll and Petronella McGovern - The Last Trace and One of Us Is Missing
Takeover: BM Carroll and Petronella McGovern on family thrillers
In this episode, BM Carroll and Petronella McGovern discuss the elements that make up a great family thriller story and which parts are drawn from real life. They also chat about family dynamics, the inspiration for their books, and their writing friendship. BM Carroll’s thriller, One of Us is Missing, was released in April. The Last Trace by Petronella McGovern is out on 2 July.
About the books
One of Us Is Missing is a dark domestic thriller about the dangers lurking in plain sight. Four family members attend a stadium concert but by the end of the night, one has disappeared.
The Last Trace is a gripping thriller about siblings and secrets, and the traces we can never erase. What if you're scared you committed a crime but can't remember... -
S2 E9. Date With A Debut with Gyan Yankovich and Nick Wasiliev on Just Friends
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.
For the ninth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Gyan Yankovich, author of Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. They discuss the book, how romantic relationships are prioritised over platonic ones in society, the value friendships brings to our lives, the data that goes into understanding friendships, and more.
BOOKS:
Debut Feature:
Just Friends: On the joy, influence and power of friendship. by Gyan Yankovich: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/k0YGML
Other Books Mentioned:
Good Material by Dolly Alderton: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/AW7X2o
Green Dot by Madeleine Gray: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/XY73OX
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Host: Nick Wasiliev
Guest: Gyan Yankovich
Editing & Production: Nick Wasiliev
Podcast Theme: ‘Chill’ by Sakura Hz
Production Code: 2:9
Episode Number: #22
Additional Credits: Dani Vee (Words & Nerds), Zoe Victoria (Ultimo Press)
© 2024 Nick Wasiliev and Breathe Art Holdings
‘Date With A Debut’ is a Words and Nerds and Breathe Art Podcasts co-production recorded and edited on Awabakal Country, and we pay our respects to all elders past and present. -
680. Gabrielle Tozer and Dani Vee: The Unexpected Mess of it All
Gabrielle Tozer and Dani Vee chat about Gab's new book The Unexpected Mess of it All, anxiety and self-care, Taylor Swift, Bridgerton and enemies to lovers. A great chat!
Customer Reviews
Warm and Wonderful
Like having a fireside chat with your favourite authors! Dani brings an infectious enthusiasm to her interviews which brings out the best in everyone she chats to. The perfect podcast for book lovers.
Great podcast for keeping across literary goss!
I’m an author who spends a lot of time driving in the course of my day job. I use this time to listen to excellent podcasts like this one by Dani, and consider it a great way to keep up with what’s going on in the world of Australian literature. Thanks for all the work you put into this Dani –the literary community appreciates you!
BRILLIANT!
Only had to listen to one podcast … and now I am hooked! LOVE IT.