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A Time to Thrill with Aime Austin is a captivating podcast where brilliant creative women share their stories, insights, and inspirations. Host Aime Austin engages in thought-provoking conversations with authors, visual artists, and other creators, diving deep into their creative processes, personal journeys, and the challenges they’ve overcome to bring their work to life. Whether you're an aspiring creator, a fan of art and literature, or simply love hearing from dynamic women making an impact, A Time to Thrill will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to create your masterpiece.

  1. Episode 68: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Lynne Marshall

    4d ago

    Episode 68: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Lynne Marshall

    The number of times I’ve directly or obliquely talked about USA Today Bestselling author Lynne Marshall in this podcast may equal 1 billion. Okay…that may be a bit of hyperbole, but the number is far from zero. Lynne had a huge impact on my early career with two pieces of advice, which I took to heart. I’ve always wanted to talk with her on the mic. So, here we go. Let’s chat. I have *so* many questions. You can find Lynne Marshall: Website: www.lynnemarshallauthor.com Instagram: @lynne_marshall2025 Facebook: @lynne.marshall.142359 Today’s Sponsor: Audible Check out my titles or the thousands available with Audible.com. Show Notes: This episode is sponsored by Audible. http://ebooks.buzz/audible Consented Zed Zha M.D. – https://amzn.to/49x8Vmn Ask the Patient, Zed Zha Substack – https://drzedzha.substack.com/ The Ambition Penalty Stephanie O’Connell – https://amzn.to/4dnjfzC Books by Lynne Marshall: Her Baby, His Love The Extraordinary Dreams of Cynthia Peabody: Book One: Arthur Cynthia Peabody meditation walk narrated by Lynne Marshall Storyworth Grace & Frankie Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt The Correspondent by Virginia Evans The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick Authors Lynne has enjoyed: John le Carré Susan Elizabeth Phillips Kristan Higgins Little Golden Books Rosemary’s Baby by Ira Levin The Clan of the Cave Bear by Jean M. Auel The Hunter by Tana French The Dublin Murder Squad (series) by Tana French The Lost Baker of Vienna by Sharon Kurtzman West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge Want video? Check out episodes on YouTube (due to technical difficulties, this episode may not be in video) I may earn a commission for purchases made through links in this post at no cost to you.

    1h 15m
  2. Politics of Justice #14: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 15 – 18

    May 15

    Politics of Justice #14: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 15 – 18

    In this episode of Politics of Justice, I recap and discuss chapters 13 and 14 of Ransomed. Ransomed is currently available on all platforms and as an audiobook. This series uses the book as a springboard to talk about justice, race, family, and the systems that fail us—and the ones we fight to change. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Get Casey Cort on Audible. In this episode of Politics of Justice, I discuss Chapters 15 through 18 of Ransomed, the second book in the Casey Cort legal thriller series. These chapters explore the dangerous space where emotion, perception, and institutional response begin feeding into one another. What starts as conflict increasingly becomes narrative—and once authority enters the picture, those narratives can quickly harden into fact. In this video, I reflect on: • The tendency to resist accepting that a relationship is truly over • How emotional denial can distort judgment and escalate conflict • The outsized way police often respond to threats against property versus threats against people • Why Claire’s false claim about a gun changes the stakes of the situation • How fear and perception begin shaping the direction of the case The Politics of Justice series examines the real-world legal and psychological issues underlying the Casey Cort novels—and what those stories reveal about power, credibility, and the justice system. Ransomed is Book 2 in the Casey Cort series. 📚 Read the book: https://books2read.com/Ransomed Available on Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other ebook retailers. 📖 Start with Book 1: Judged https://books2read.com/caseycort1 Subscribe if you’re interested in legal thrillers, true crime–inspired fiction, and the real cases behind the stories. About Politics of Justice: Politics of Justice is a long-form video series where I revisit my novels and unpack the personal history, legal realities, and systemic issues woven into the fiction. These conversations explore justice, race, family, power, and the cost of survival—on the page and in real life. About Aime Austin: I’m Aime Austin, a legal thriller author and former trial lawyer. I write the Casey Cort and Nicole Long series, stories centered on women navigating broken systems and the moral complexity of justice. My work blends fiction, lived experience, and legal insight. Find Me Online: Website: https://aimeaustin.com Substack: https://legalthrillerauthor.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalthrillerauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legalthrillerauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legalthrillerauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/aime-austin Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/legalthrillerauthor Listen & Subscribe: This series is also available in video on YouTube.The Politics of Justice Music by John Bartmann https://youtube.com/johnbartmannmusic CC0

    28 min
  3. Episode 67: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Jennifer Chance

    May 1

    Episode 67: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Jennifer Chance

    Today, you’ll have the pleasure of a great conversation with author Jennifer Chance (who also writes as Jenn Stark). If you listen to the podcast, you know how this story starts…with an author beach retreat. It’s the first time I got to know Jennifer. The best part, she did Tarot readings for us all. Because she was spot on, I still think of it often. Oh, and after the interview, she did one for me virtually! I’m excited for what my professional future brings. Let’s chat. I have *so* many questions. You can find Jennifer Chance: Website: jennstark.com/books/jennifer-chance/ Instagram: @jenniferchanceauthor Facebook: @authorjenniferchance TikTok:@jenniferchanceauthor Today’s Sponsor: Audible Check out my titles or the thousands available with Audible.com. Jennifer Chance audio is also available @Audible. Show Notes: The Happy Hollisters by Jerry West and Helen S. Hamilton The Zane Gray Series Revenge Prey by John Sandford Wheel of Time by Robert Conrad Author J.R.R. Tolkien  Author C.S. Lewis Author Ru Emerson Harrison Ford, Actor Empire Strikes Back (Star Wars Series) Indiana Jones movie series Jennifer Chance titles we talked about on the podcast: Getting Wilde by Jenn Stark Maids of Honor by Jennifer McGowan The Accidental Exorcist by Jennifer Chance Sexy as Sin by Jennifer Chance Guilty as Sin by Jennifer Chance Simon & Schuster – Barnes & Noble dispute (2013) Want video? Check out this episode on YouTube I may earn a commission for purchases made through links in this post at no cost to you.

    1h 24m
  4. Politics of Justice #13: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 13 – 14

    Apr 23

    Politics of Justice #13: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 13 – 14

    In this episode of Politics of Justice, I recap and discuss chapters 13 and 14 of Ransomed. Ransomed is currently available on all platforms and as an audiobook. This series uses the book as a springboard to talk about justice, race, family, and the systems that fail us—and the ones we fight to change. This episode is sponsored by Audible. Get Casey Cort on Audible. The book I talk about in this podcast is: We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry and narrated by Nicole Cash. You can download the audiobook for free with a new Audible subscription. In this episode of Politics of Justice, we examine Ransomed Chapters 13 and 14, where the investigation into Judge Eamon Brody begins to gather momentum—and raises disturbing questions about power, silence, and credibility. AUSA Miles launches deeper inquiries into Brody’s past and encounters a woman whose history with the judge appears deeply troubling. Her difficulty communicating due to a brain injury complicates the search for truth, highlighting one of the central tensions in cases involving abuse: what happens when the witness cannot fully speak for herself? Meanwhile, personal and professional worlds collide as Miles meets Casey, and an evening at a wine bar with Lulu and Tom Brody introduces another layer of uncertainty. Tom’s renewed pursuit of Casey raises questions about motive, loyalty, and whether personal relationships can ever be separated from institutional power. These chapters explore the early stages of building a case “brick by brick,” where suspicion is not yet proof—but patterns are beginning to emerge. Join me as we unpack the legal, ethical, and political implications of investigating powerful figures—and what it takes to turn suspicion into accountability. 🎙️ Politics of Justice — Ransomed Chapters 13 & 14 ⚖️ Topics include: judicial misconduct, vulnerable witnesses, power dynamics, and the murky motives that complicate both justice and relationships. The Politics of Justice series explores how real legal failures influence fiction—and what those stories reveal about power, trust, and accountability. Ransomed is Book 2 in the Casey Cort series. 📚 Read the book: https://books2read.com/Ransomed Available on Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other ebook retailers. 📖 Start with Book 1: Judged https://books2read.com/caseycort1 Subscribe if you’re interested in legal thrillers, true crime–inspired fiction, and the real cases behind the stories. About Politics of Justice: Politics of Justice is a long-form video series where I revisit my novels and unpack the personal history, legal realities, and systemic issues woven into the fiction. These conversations explore justice, race, family, power, and the cost of survival—on the page and in real life. About Aime Austin: I’m Aime Austin, a legal thriller author and former trial lawyer. I write the Casey Cort and Nicole Long series, stories centered on women navigating broken systems and the moral complexity of justice. My work blends fiction, lived experience, and legal insight. Find Me Online: Website: https://aimeaustin.com Substack: https://legalthrillerauthor.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalthrillerauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legalthrillerauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legalthrillerauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/aime-austin Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/legalthrillerauthor Listen & Subscribe: This series is also available in video on YouTube.The Politics of Justice Music by John Bartmann https://youtube.com/johnbartmannmusic CC0

    36 min
  5. Episode 66: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring H.M. Ward

    Apr 1

    Episode 66: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring H.M. Ward

    H.M. Ward (Holly) is the 22x New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author with sales of over 23 million books. Years ago, Holly took a break. Now she’s back and better than ever. Her first title, 2011’s Demon Kissed, a romantasy before the term was coined, is being rereleased soon! Let’s chat. I have *so* many questions.     You can find H.M. Ward: Website: www.hmward.com Instagram: @authorhmward Facebook: @authorhmward X @hmward YouTube: @hmwardauthor Pinterest: @hmward3 TikTok: @hmwardauthor Today’s Sponsor: Audible Check out my titles or the thousands available with Audible.com. Show Notes: H.M. Ward titles we talked about on the podcast: The Arrangement Series by H.M. Ward Damaged by H.M. Ward Demon Kissed by H.M. Ward Scandalous by H.M. Ward Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls Sounder by James Barkley Old Yeller by Fred Gipson Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery Peter Pan by James Matthew Barrie The (Original) Cinderella by Charles Perrault Monty Don Horticulturalist Author Carly Phillips  NaNoWrimo (defunct – read the story here. 0:00 – Intro 6:22 – Audible sponsorship 8:03 – Everything and the Kitchen Sink 16:17 – All about the books 1:15:09 – Outro I may earn a commission for purchases made through links in this post at no cost to you.

    1h 17m
  6. Politics of Justice #12: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 9 – 12

    Mar 27

    Politics of Justice #12: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 9 – 12

    In this episode of Politics of Justice, I recap and discuss chapters 3 and 4 of Ransomed. Ransomed is currently available on all platforms and in audiobook. This series uses the book as a springboard to talk about justice, race, family, and the systems that fail us—and the ones we fight to change. In this episode of Politics of Justice, I discuss Chapters 9 through 12 of Ransomed, the second book in the Casey Cort legal thriller series. By this point in the story, the tension surrounding the case begins to sharpen. Questions that once seemed procedural start to feel personal, and the risks of challenging authority become more visible. These chapters mark the moment when uncertainty begins to give way to consequence. Like many of the novels in this series, Ransomed draws partial inspiration from real events, including the federal case United States v. David W. Lanier, which revealed how a Tennessee judge used his position to exploit women who appeared before him. In this video, I reflect on: • How the case begins to take clearer shape in Chapters 9–12 • The pressures that emerge when institutions are forced to confront misconduct • The growing legal and personal stakes facing those involved • Why these chapters represent a turning point in the investigation The Politics of Justice series explores how real legal failures influence fiction—and what those stories reveal about power, trust, and accountability. Ransomed is Book 2 in the Casey Cort series. 📚 Read the book: https://books2read.com/Ransomed Available on Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other ebook retailers. 📖 Start with Book 1: Judged https://books2read.com/caseycort1 Subscribe if you’re interested in legal thrillers, true crime–inspired fiction, and the real cases behind the stories. About Politics of Justice: Politics of Justice is a long-form video series where I revisit my novels and unpack the personal history, legal realities, and systemic issues woven into the fiction. These conversations explore justice, race, family, power, and the cost of survival—on the page and in real life. About Aime Austin: I’m Aime Austin, a legal thriller author and former trial lawyer. I write the Casey Cort and Nicole Long series, stories centered on women navigating broken systems and the moral complexity of justice. My work blends fiction, lived experience, and legal insight. Find Me Online: Website: https://aimeaustin.com Substack: https://legalthrillerauthor.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalthrillerauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legalthrillerauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legalthrillerauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/aime-austin Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/legalthrillerauthor Listen & Subscribe: This series is also available in video on YouTube.The Politics of Justice Music by John Bartmann https://youtube.com/johnbartmannmusic CC0

    32 min
  7. Politics of Justice #11: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 5 – 8

    Mar 20

    Politics of Justice #11: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 5 – 8

    In this episode of Politics of Justice, I recap and discuss chapters 3 and 4 of Ransomed. Ransomed is currently available on all platforms and in audiobook. This series uses the book as a springboard to talk about justice, race, family, and the systems that fail us—and the ones we fight to change. In this episode of Politics of Justice, I discuss Chapters 5 through 8 of Ransomed, the second book in the Casey Cort legal thriller series. These chapters deepen the conflict and begin to reveal the imbalance of power at the center of the story. What initially appears procedural starts to feel personal, and the consequences of authority—especially unchecked authority—become harder to ignore. Like many of the novels in this series, Ransomed was shaped in part by real events, including the federal case United States v. David W. Lanier, which exposed how a Tennessee judge used the authority of his position to abuse women who appeared before him. In this video, I reflect on: • How the early investigation begins to shift in tone • The role of institutional power in shaping silence • The legal and emotional stakes emerging in Chapters 5–8 • Why these middle chapters matter for the trajectory of the case The Politics of Justice series examines how real legal failures influence fiction—and what those stories reveal about trust, accountability, and the limits of the justice system. Ransomed is Book 2 in the Casey Cort series. 📚 Read the book: https://books2read.com/Ransomed Available on Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other ebook retailers. 📖 Start with Book 1: Judged https://books2read.com/caseycort1 Subscribe if you’re interested in legal thrillers, true crime–inspired fiction, and the real cases behind the stories. About Politics of Justice: Politics of Justice is a long-form video series where I revisit my novels and unpack the personal history, legal realities, and systemic issues woven into the fiction. These conversations explore justice, race, family, power, and the cost of survival—on the page and in real life. About Aime Austin: I’m Aime Austin, a legal thriller author and former trial lawyer. I write the Casey Cort and Nicole Long series, stories centered on women navigating broken systems and the moral complexity of justice. My work blends fiction, lived experience, and legal insight. Find Me Online: Website: https://aimeaustin.com Substack: https://legalthrillerauthor.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalthrillerauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legalthrillerauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legalthrillerauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/aime-austin Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/legalthrillerauthor Listen & Subscribe: This series is also available in video on YouTube.The Politics of Justice Music by John Bartmann https://youtube.com/johnbartmannmusic CC0

    34 min
  8. Politics of Justice #10: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 3 – 4

    Mar 13

    Politics of Justice #10: Behind Ransomed | Chapters 3 – 4

    In this episode of Politics of Justice, I recap and discuss chapters 3 and 4 of Ransomed. Ransomed is currently available on all platforms and in audiobook. This series uses the book as a springboard to talk about justice, race, family, and the systems that fail us—and the ones we fight to change. In this episode of Politics of Justice, I walk through the opening chapters of Ransomed, the second book in the Casey Cort legal thriller series. Like many of the stories in this series, Ransomed was influenced by real events. The novel draws inspiration from United States v. David W. Lanier, a federal case involving a Tennessee judge who used the power of his position to abuse women who appeared before him. Chapters 3 and 4 continue to introduce the world Casey Cort is stepping into—one where the authority of the courtroom can hide misconduct, and where victims often face the impossible choice between silence and retaliation. In this video, I discuss: • The intersection between storytelling and current events. • Women’s whisper networks about suspect men. • Men who can’t break up a relationship and waste women’s time. The Politics of Justice series looks at how real legal cases influence fiction—and what those stories reveal about power, accountability, and the justice system. Ransomed is Book 2 in the Casey Cort series. 📚 Read the book: https://books2read.com/Ransomed Available on Apple Books, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, and other ebook retailers. 📖 Start with Book 1: Judged https://books2read.com/caseycort1 Josh Johnson https://www.youtube.com/@JoshJohnsonComedy Love is Blind Netflix https://www.instagram.com/loveisblindnetflix/ Normal Gossip (podcast) https://www.instagram.com/normalgossip/ Couple’s Therapy (Season 1) https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/couples-therapy/ Subscribe if you’re interested in legal thrillers, true crime–inspired fiction, and the real cases behind the stories. About Politics of Justice: Politics of Justice is a long-form video series where I revisit my novels and unpack the personal history, legal realities, and systemic issues woven into the fiction. These conversations explore justice, race, family, power, and the cost of survival—on the page and in real life. About Aime Austin: I’m Aime Austin, a legal thriller author and former trial lawyer. I write the Casey Cort and Nicole Long series, stories centered on women navigating broken systems and the moral complexity of justice. My work blends fiction, lived experience, and legal insight. Find Me Online: Website: https://aimeaustin.com Substack: https://legalthrillerauthor.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legalthrillerauthor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@legalthrillerauthor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@legalthrillerauthor Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/aime-austin Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/legalthrillerauthor Listen & Subscribe: This series is also available in video on YouTube.The Politics of Justice Music by John Bartmann https://youtube.com/johnbartmannmusic CC0

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A Time to Thrill with Aime Austin is a captivating podcast where brilliant creative women share their stories, insights, and inspirations. Host Aime Austin engages in thought-provoking conversations with authors, visual artists, and other creators, diving deep into their creative processes, personal journeys, and the challenges they’ve overcome to bring their work to life. Whether you're an aspiring creator, a fan of art and literature, or simply love hearing from dynamic women making an impact, A Time to Thrill will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to create your masterpiece.

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