Jacqui Just Chatters: potluck stories for grown-ups

Jacqui

Looking for a storytelling podcast that’s funny, surprising, and impossible to categorize? Jacqui Just Chatters delivers exactly that. This award-winning show mixes real-life stories, historical oddities, book talk, and author spotlights, all wrapped in Jacqui’s witty, off-the-cuff charm. Perfect for anyone who loves variety, vintage vibes, or a little chaos with their coffee. Tune in for laughs, inspiration, and escapist entertainment that feeds your curious, creative brain. If your attention span wants a buffet, not a menu — this is your podcast. Learn more about Jacqui Lents, author of The Daphne Project, at www.JacquiLents.com, IG @JacquiLents | FB Jacqui Lents Author #goodnews #heartwarmingstories #feelgood #funny #sliceoflife #everydaypeople #storytelling #humor #inspirational #writers #podcast #podcasting #podcastshow #uplifting #storytelling #story #storyshare #bookstagram #bookcommunity #books #bookish #interview #lifestyle #culture #mentalhealthselfcare #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #selfcare #positivevibes #positivity #positive #traveling #travel #vacation 

  1. 22h ago

    Sept 2026 Newsletter - Book Award and How to Vacation at Home

    Send us Fan Mail Jacqui discusses how to have a staycation (a vacation at home), an award for The Daphne Project, upcoming author events, and how submissions are still open for the podcast, Jacqui Just Chatters: potluck stories for grownups. But time is running out; get them in by the end of Sept. or early Oct. for the best chance of getting your story included. On Sept. 15th, the fall season of the podcast kicks off with an interview with photographer and author Kim Gottlieb-Walker (who will share her insight into John Carpenter, Jimi Hendrix, and Andy Warhol.  This month's book recommendation is The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley Want to send in a story for the Story Share series, head over to the website, read the details, and fill out the form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJbL03dUMRa1amHt3vTPFF9Rxa6X2GZIDublu3op-Oh-rAMQ/viewform  Here is a previous Story Share episode you can check out: Episode 119 - Story Share - From Istanbul to Mexico Link - https://www.jacquilents.com/podcast-eps/story-share-vacation-tales  Check out upcoming author events. Holland Literary Festival  September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Holland Town Center 12330 James St Holland, MI 49424   Apple Festival October 10, 2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm  The Moorings 222 Bridge St. Charlevoix, MI, 49720 Dakota High School’s 30th Annual Holiday Craft Show  November 7, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Dakota High School 21051 21 Mile Rd Macomb, MI 48044 If you want more comfort read suggestions, check my videos on my website. https://www.jacquilents.com/bookrecs

    Sept 2026 Newsletter - Book Award and How to Vacation at Home

  2. Aug 11

    Aug 2026 Newsletter: From Scottish Snafus to Story Shares

    Send us Fan Mail Jacqui Lents shares her August 2026 audio newsletter, including a Scotland travel story where her phone’s audio-to-text gets a foul mouth. Writers are encouraged to take part in the short story submissions for her podcast’s Story Share series, and listen to episode 102. The month's Ridiculous Reads pick is Everything’s Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh, plus a September Bookish Flights book club featuring Walsh. A special thanks is extended to the attendees of the Crooked Nook event at Sherwood Brewery. Also new dresses for upcoming author events are incoming. Here are events:  August 15, 2026 1:00 - 4:00 pm Calliope Bookshelf 66870 Van Dyke Rd Washington, MI 48095   Holland Literary Festival, 70+ authors will be there. September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Holland Town Center  12330 James St Holland, MI 49424   Apple Festival  October 10, 2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm  The Moorings 222 Bridge St. Charlevoix, MI, 49720 To learn more or sign up for the newsletter, go to www.jacquilents.com

    Aug 2026 Newsletter: From Scottish Snafus to Story Shares

  3. Jul 13

    July 2026 Newsletter - Small Spaces, Big Feelings

    Send us Fan Mail Jacqui recounts revisiting Orkney Island’s 5,000-year-old Maeshowe tomb, including Viking runic “graffiti,” and describes managing claustrophobia. Hear about an encounter with a surprise patron at the McLean & Eakin bookstore in Petoskey. Jacqui will be appearing at the Holland Literary Festival on September 12, 2026. Jacqui gives a callout to writers to submit their short stories for consideration to be featured on the podcast. Naomi Kutner’s The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening is reviewed. Here are links mentioned in the newsletter: www.Jacquilents.com  Story Share Form  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJbL03dUMRa1amHt3vTPFF9Rxa6X2GZIDublu3op-Oh-rAMQ/viewform  Episode 69 - Story Share - Moving  https://www.jacquilents.com/podcast-eps/story-share-moving  If you want more comfort read suggestions, check my videos on my website. https://www.jacquilents.com/bookrecs

    July 2026 Newsletter - Small Spaces, Big Feelings

  4. Jun 14

    June 2026 Newsletter - Scotland is Always a Good Idea

    Send us Fan Mail This is the audio version of the June 2026 Chatterbox newsletter. Jacqui talks about her trip to Scotland, upcoming author events, what is happening in her Work In Progress (The Betty Project), and gives a comfort read book recommendation. Here are links to some of the videos mentioned in the newsletter: Foyers Falls and Store https://youtube.com/shorts/S0_wvkQLzgg Highland Games https://youtube.com/shorts/X2XucRQ8rwY https://youtube.com/shorts/PxpXtRUpXsw Bagpipes https://youtube.com/shorts/7VYF5no5GTY To sign up for the newsletter go to www.jacquilents.com

    June 2026 Newsletter - Scotland is Always a Good Idea

  5. Jun 9

    Discovering Scotland: Foyers' Hidden Treasure

    Send us Fan Mail Jacqui shares an impromptu interview from her two-week holiday in Scotland after visiting Foyers Waterfall and warming up in the local cafe. She talks with Olivia Grant, operations manager of Boleskine Community Care, a charity that recently bought the Foyers shop, cafe, and post office. Olivia explains that the community purchased the only shop on a 35-mile stretch to prevent it from becoming an Airbnb and to preserve essential services and social connections in a rural area. They are raising £60,000 in community shares for working capital. Hear about author updates and upcoming events, plans more Scotland episodes in the fall, invites story submissions, and shares a small win of folding laundry. Info/links: Foyers Stores & Cafe https://www.instagram.com/foyers_stores_and_cafe/  https://www.facebook.com/foyersfalls/  How to Invest https://www.foyerscommunitystores.com/share-offer    Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author (link) IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Magnificent Scotland by Geoff Harvey Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

    Discovering Scotland: Foyers' Hidden Treasure

  6. Mar 3

    Winter Adventures & Bra-Free Revelations

    Send us Fan Mail Warning: This is what happens when the podcast editor (Jacqui) takes off, and we’re left with raw audio. Jacqui returns after a winter break from podcasting and writing. She recharged in January by reading heavily and shares where listeners can find her book recommendations. She embraces a more “middle of the road” mindset, inspired by Melanie Sanders’ “We Do Not Care Club,” and recounts a funny “bra off” flexibility story with a friend. After a reality check, she ramps up work on The Betty Project (book two in the Cobb Project series) aiming for 10,000 words a week and hitting 30,000 words in three weeks. Find out about the Third Coast Author and Book Festival in Grand Haven on March 21. Jacqui rambles about how love songs can fit friendships, playlists for her books, and her uncertain plan for season five.   Mentioned in the episode: Melani Sanders - The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are JJ Heller - Better Together Indie Elliott & Paul Stanborough - Better Together Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author (link) IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

    Winter Adventures & Bra-Free Revelations

  7. 11/11/2025

    Story Share - From Istanbul to Mexico

    Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming and humorous episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, Jacqui highlights two captivating non-fiction stories: Lisa Morrow’s vivid tale of shopping for a wedding dress in Istanbul from her book 'Exploring Turkish Landscapes', and Susan Rashid Horn’s comical adventure navigating a Mexican market.    Info/links from guest Lisa Morrow www.insideoutinistanbul.com https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutInIstanbul @IOIILisaMorrow @goreme1990.bsky.social https://www.instagram.com/insideoutinistanbul/   Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

    Story Share - From Istanbul to Mexico

  8. 11/04/2025

    Small Win series Veronica Leigh – Author of The Keeper of Lost Daughters

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Jacqui Just Chatters, host Jacqui interviews author Veronica Leigh. They discuss their journeys with celebrating small victories and the struggle of dealing with health issues. Leigh opens up about her struggles with agoraphobia and their impact on her life. She also shares insights into her novel, 'The Keeper of Lost Daughters,' its historical context, and the inspiration behind her upcoming trilogy about a lady sheriff in 1930s Indiana.  Links:  website is: http://veronicaleighauthor.wordpress.com  FB page is: http://www.facebook.com/veronicaleighauthor  instagram is: http://www.instagram.com/veronicaleighauthor Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

    Small Win series Veronica Leigh – Author of The Keeper of Lost Daughters
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Looking for a storytelling podcast that’s funny, surprising, and impossible to categorize? Jacqui Just Chatters delivers exactly that. This award-winning show mixes real-life stories, historical oddities, book talk, and author spotlights, all wrapped in Jacqui’s witty, off-the-cuff charm. Perfect for anyone who loves variety, vintage vibes, or a little chaos with their coffee. Tune in for laughs, inspiration, and escapist entertainment that feeds your curious, creative brain. If your attention span wants a buffet, not a menu — this is your podcast. Learn more about Jacqui Lents, author of The Daphne Project, at www.JacquiLents.com, IG @JacquiLents | FB Jacqui Lents Author #goodnews #heartwarmingstories #feelgood #funny #sliceoflife #everydaypeople #storytelling #humor #inspirational #writers #podcast #podcasting #podcastshow #uplifting #storytelling #story #storyshare #bookstagram #bookcommunity #books #bookish #interview #lifestyle #culture #mentalhealthselfcare #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #selfcare #positivevibes #positivity #positive #traveling #travel #vacation 

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