The Inkspot Podcast

Cathy Evans
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The Inkspot Podcast highlights books of all kinds, talented authors with a story to tell, and stars from the publishing world. We'll talk about books that make us think with guests that make us laugh! To learn more about Inkspot Publishing, visit https://inkspotpublishing.com/

  1. APR 14

    18: Artistic & Philosophical Development Through Pilgrimage | Guy Stagg

    We talk about three famous creatives and philosophers who developed their practice through religious retreat. Guy Stagg, author of "The World Within", tells the stories of Wittgenstein, David Jones, and Simone Weil, and how these figures inspired his own pilgrimage from Canterbury to Jerusalem. Books mentioned in this episode:"The World Within": https://amzn.to/4sxtKEw"The Crossway": https://amzn.to/4sxtKEw Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    1h 8m

  2. JAN 15

    17: Writing Suspense Thrillers with J.D. Barker

    We're joined by New York Times Bestselling Author, J.D. Barker. We talk about how J.D. honed his craft, the haunted house that inspired his newest book, and co-authoring with other rockstar authors like James Patterson. Books mentioned in this episode: J.D. Barker's "Something I Keep Upstairs": https://amzn.to/4b1nosc Dacre Stoker & J.D. Barker's "Dracul": https://amzn.to/49oGfMH Stephen King's "Needful Things": https://amzn.to/3NKxYdg Stephen King's: "On Writing": https://amzn.to/49IxCeR Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    41 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    16: Why It’s So Hard to Find a Home in Britain

    Featuring Charlie Winstanley, a UK Housing policy expert and author of "Bricking It". We discuss the monopoly on housing development, roadblocks town councils run into with building, the cost of homelessness, and more nitty-gritty details on housing reform. Books mentioned in this episode:Charlie Winstanley's "Bricking It": https://amzn.to/3L7mPSW Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    1h 11m

  4. 12/04/2025

    15: The Inside Scoop From Journalist and Political Wife, Sarah Vine

    Welcoming Sarah Vine, author of "How Not to Be a Political Wife"! Our chat features some hilarious moments, from first meeting Michael Gove (the worst Skier in the world), to her children thinking she was a lizard person. We talk about the humans behind politics, and the mental toll from being in the public eye. Books mentioned in this episode:"How Not to Be a Political Wife" by Sarah Vine: https://amzn.to/3MFcT3p Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Inkspot Podcast is dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech #inkspotpodcast #inkspot

    54 min

  5. 11/18/2025

    14: Cults from the Victim's Perspective (Jonestown Massacre 47th Anniversary)

    Don't just remember the tragedy—understand the trap. Author and Academic, Annie Dawid, talks about the true and often-ignored story of the Peoples Temple. We discuss the inner circle of Jim Jones, the racism and strict hierarchy hiding behind the promise of "equality," and the lasting impact on Guyana. A vital look at cult dynamics that serves as a chilling reminder: no one is immune. More about Annie: https://www.anniedawid.com/ "Kenny Winking": https://inkspotpublishing.com/writer/kenny-winking-a-short-story-by-annie-dawid/ Black Jonestown: https://www.youtube.com/@UCfxmOgWz0-B7RuN4PZhX8gw Books mentioned in this episode:Annie Dawid's "Paradise Undone": https://amzn.to/4o3pEloWilson Harris's "Jonestown": https://amzn.to/4pgGC0K Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    58 min

  6. 11/03/2025

    13: FASCIST YOGA (Stewart Home Part 2)

    In this continuation of our discussion with Stewart Home, we talk about the Fascist underbelly of Western Yoga practice, the toxic side of the Wellness Community, and learning how to do a headstand. Books mentioned in this episode:Stewart Home's Fascist Yoga: https://amzn.to/48gyWXc Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech #yoga #taichi

    57 min

  7. 10/29/2025

    12: A Chemist, a Businessman, and an Author Appear on a Podcast

    We're joined by Bernie Bulkin, a Chemist, Businessman, and Author of two published books (with a third on the way!). In this episode, Cathy and Bernie cover a though-provoking range of topics.. - Is there anything left to discover in Chemistry? - The economic advantage countries have from their natural resources. - Why do Businesses Fail? - Should we store our consciousness in the cloud when we die?Books mentioned in this episode: Bernie Bulkin's "Solving Chemistry": https://amzn.to/49dlO5m Bernie Bulkin's "Material Advantage": https://amzn.to/4nlSj51 PRE-ORDER Bernie Bulkin's "Why Start-Ups Fail": https://amzn.to/4nwpG4V Charlie Monger's "Poor Charlie's Almanac": https://amzn.to/3JjPLWV Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech

    1h 15m

  8. 10/05/2025

    11: Infiltrating the Art World By Bureaucratic Manipulation (Stewart Home Part 1)

    Stewart Home, author of "Fascist Yoga", has been an artist and writer since the early 1980s. He is the author of 17 novels, 8 books of cultural commentary, as well as collections of short stories & poetry. In today's episode, Cathy and Stewart talk about 69 Things to do with a Dead Princess, infiltrating the art world, his early career as a musician, and becoming a novelist. Books mentioned in this episode:Fascist Yoga: https://amzn.to/48gyWXc 69 Things to do with a Dead Princess: https://amzn.to/3IjKLRV Stewart's Website: stewarthome.co.uk Inkspot Publishing receives a commission for any Amazon sales made through the above affiliate links. The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes! Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/ Amazon Affiliate Page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/inkspotpub?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_FCBRWQP5VFZXGXDTTN2B_1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/ X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpub Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=all Produced and edited by Taryn de Meillon #IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech #artist #yoga #stewarthome #fascistyoga #art #amreading

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The Inkspot Podcast highlights books of all kinds, talented authors with a story to tell, and stars from the publishing world. We'll talk about books that make us think with guests that make us laugh! To learn more about Inkspot Publishing, visit https://inkspotpublishing.com/

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  • Creator
    Cathy Evans
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Cathy Evans
  • Show Website
    The Inkspot Podcast