Write Things Podcast

Trevor Martens
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For writers who want to shift their mindset, trust their voice, and finally finish the stories they were meant to write. Hosted by Trevor Martens, the Write Things Podcast blends storytelling with mindset — exploring what it means to create authentic, original stories. Some episodes feature powerful short pieces sparked by quick writing prompts. Others explore the mindset shifts needed to overcome resistance, access creativity, and build the self-trust and confidence to keep going — and keep writing. Writing feels different when you're supported. Read past issues and subscribe to receive new ones — full of mindset tools and prompts to help you return to the page with clarity and confidence. www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog Shift Your Mindset | Write Your Story

Episodes

  1. Episode 5 – Stories from the WTC — Fall 2025

    2025-12-18

    Episode 5 – Stories from the WTC — Fall 2025

    Episode 5 – Stories from the Community — Fall 2025 In this special seasonal episode, writers from the Fall 2025 Write Things Community share original short pieces created during our weekly quick-writes. There’s no analysis and no commentary — just voices, courage, and story. These pieces are unpolished and unedited, shared exactly as they were written. Together, they mark the culmination of a season spent showing up, writing into uncertainty, and trusting what emerged on the page. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 02:10 – Jill Richot – https://jillritchot87.substack.com  06:53 – Kristin Dawson 11:21 – Brenda Hunter 17:55 – Emlee Mitchell – https://emleemitchellauthor.com  Order Tinsel, Toys, and Love  by Emlee Mitchell: https://www.amazon.com/Tinsel-Toys-Love-Emlee-Mitchell-ebook/dp/B0DLZHTBX4 22:24 – Marcie Harrison 29:12 – Julia Rempel 33:39 – Michelle Ramseth – https://instagram.com/michelleramseth/  39:26 – Catherine Smallwood 43:53 – Alice Taylor – https://www.facebook.com/people/Alice-Taylor-Author/61554771497708/ 48:09 – Denis Fortier – https://ddoc17.substack.com  54:41 – Shawna Tavsky – https://www.smtavsky.com/  01:00:09 – Christine Churchill 01:04:10 – Aileen house 01:10:02 – Outro ✍️ Write With Us: The Write Things Community If listening to these pieces sparks something in you — curiosity, courage, or the quiet feeling of maybe I could do this too — you’re exactly who the Write Things Community is for. Learn more and join an upcoming season here: 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/write-things-community  📬 Stay Connected Write Things Newsletter 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog  Instagram – @ihelpyouwritethings_tm TikTok – @ihelpyouwritethings YouTube – https://youtube.com/@ihelpyouwritethings

    1h 11m
  2. Episode 4 - Prompt: An Apology

    2025-11-19

    Episode 4 - Prompt: An Apology

    Episode 4 – Prompt: An Apology This episode features four original short pieces — each sparked by the same simple prompt: An Apology. Some emerged from fresh 4-minute quick-writes; others are polished pieces that happened to align beautifully with this theme. Together, they offer a deeply human blend of honesty, humour, vulnerability, and transformation. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction: How one prompt led to four very different stories 00:38 – “An Apology in Action” by Dr. Christine Churchill 05:10 – “I Am Water” by Marcy Harrison 10:46 – “Fill Her Up” by Catherine Smallwood 15:57 – “Plastic Pelvis” by Karis Penner 19:21 – Reflections on trusting your creative impulses 🎓 Start Here: I’ll Make You a Writer If you’ve ever wondered how to finally become the writer you want to be, this is where to start. This free webinar is the culmination of everything I’ve taught across four different workshops — my full philosophy and roadmap for writing sustainably, quieting the inner critic, and creating with confidence and consistency. You can download it for free here: 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/make-you-a-writer  📖 Explore the Quick Writes Behind This Episode Curious what 4-minute, raw, unscripted, explorative writing looks like? You can read the community quick writes inspired by the same prompt in the November 20, 2025 edition of the Write Things Newsletter. It’s a powerful way to discover how new scenes and stories begin. 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog/november-20-2025  ✍️ Keep Going: The Write Things Newsletter For weekly prompts, mindset shifts, and craft tips to keep you writing: 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog  Instagram – @ihelpyouwritethings_tm TikTok – @ihelpyouwritethings YouTube – youtube.com/@ihelpyouwritethings

    20 min
  3. Episode 3 - Stories from the WTC — Summer 2025

    2025-10-22

    Episode 3 - Stories from the WTC — Summer 2025

    Episode 3 – Stories from the WTC In this episode, fifteen writers from the Write Things Community share original short pieces born from our weekly quick-writes. No analysis this time — just voices, courage, and story. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction – Trevor Martens 01:39 – Jill Ritchot – https://jillritchot87.substack.com  06:01 – Karla Weir 11:18 – Michelle Ramseth – https://instagram.com/michelleramseth/ 16:48 – Denis Fortier – https://ddoc17.substack.com  21:33 – Kristin Dawson 25:28 – Alicia Taylor 29:07 – Karis Penner 32:51 – Katrina Zmavc 37:14 – Christine Churchill 41:00 – Josie Marques 45:36 – Emlee Mitchell – https://emleemitchellauthor.com  50:01 – Brenda Hunter 54:31 – Catherine Smallwood 60:02 – Marcie Harrison 64:25 – Shawna Tavsky – https://smtavsky.com  68:53 – Outro 🎓 Start Here: I’ll Make You a Writer If you’ve ever wondered how to finally become the writer you want to be, this is where to start. This free webinar is the culmination of everything I’ve taught across four different workshops — it’s my full philosophy and roadmap for writing sustainably, quieting the inner critic, and creating with confidence and consistency. 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/make-you-a-writer  ✍️ Keep Going: The Write Things Newsletter Each week I share new quick-write prompts, mindset shifts, and technique tips to help you keep showing up and growing as a writer. 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog  Instagram – @ihelpyouwritethings_tm TikTok – @ihelpyouwritethings YouTube – youtube.com/@ihelpyouwritethings

    1h 10m
  4. Episode 2 – Prompt: Waking Up

    2025-09-11

    Episode 2 – Prompt: Waking Up

    Episode 2 – Prompt: Waking Up This episode features three original short pieces — all sparked by the same prompt: Waking Up. Each writer began with a 4-minute quick-write, then had three days to shape it into a 600-word story. What emerged are powerful, deeply human stories of courage, resilience, and awakening. Featuring: Marcie Harrison — retired journalist and memoirist Alicia Taylor — poet and storyteller from Winnipeg Josie Marques — newly retired writer exploring personal storytelling Chapters 00:00 – Introduction: How quick writes grow into stories 02:00 – “Waking Up” by Marcie Harrison 08:15 – “Awaken Spirit, Awaken” by Alicia Taylor 14:20 – “Waking Up” by Josie Marques 21:00 – Reflections on sharing personal stories ✍️ Writing feels different when you’re supported. You can read the quick writes that inspired these stories in the Write Things Newsletter – Sept 11, 2025 edition: 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog/september-11-2025  Want more? You’ll also get access to all past issues of the newsletter — each packed with fresh prompts and tools to keep you writing: 👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog

    23 min
  5. Episode 1 – Prompt: Upside Down

    2025-08-05

    Episode 1 – Prompt: Upside Down

    Welcome to the very first episode of the Write Things Podcast, where stories begin with a spark — and writers grow through the telling. Today’s episode features three powerful pieces born from a simple prompt: Upside Down. What starts as a 4-minute quick-write unfolds into surprising, human, and deeply resonant stories. Whether you're here to hear what's possible from a short prompt or you're seeking inspiration for your own writing practice, you're in the right place. This podcast blends honest storytelling with real talk on mindset, creativity, and what it means to keep showing up for your words. Featuring: – Dr. Christine Churchill – Michelle Ramseth – @michelleramseth | michelleramseth.com – Denis Fortier– ddoc17.substack.com The podcast gives you stories. The newsletter gives you the tools—free prompts, writing tips, and behind-the-scenes on every piece: 👉 www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog

    34 min
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For writers who want to shift their mindset, trust their voice, and finally finish the stories they were meant to write. Hosted by Trevor Martens, the Write Things Podcast blends storytelling with mindset — exploring what it means to create authentic, original stories. Some episodes feature powerful short pieces sparked by quick writing prompts. Others explore the mindset shifts needed to overcome resistance, access creativity, and build the self-trust and confidence to keep going — and keep writing. Writing feels different when you're supported. Read past issues and subscribe to receive new ones — full of mindset tools and prompts to help you return to the page with clarity and confidence. www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog Shift Your Mindset | Write Your Story

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