WorkWhile
WorkWhile
Podcast Description
WorkWhile is a podcast run by us, Sam Burns and Stacy Boe Miller. The two of us have done all kinds of work in our lives--office jobs, parenting, raft guiding--while also trying to be writers. And we're not only trying to fit in writing, but as emerging writers, we're also submitting our writing to journals as well as trying to apply for opportunities that will help us move forward with our writing.
So we thought, all these conversations we're having--let's make a podcast about it! Let's talk to other writers who are also doing this kind of work and fitting it into all of the cracks of their lives and see what they have to say about the whole process.
Together, we interview writers who inspire us and ask them how they're fitting in writing with full-time employment. The week after, we have an episode where we talk about what we learned from our guest as well as go over our "notes from the slog." The "slog" represents the parts of writing that aren't writing--submission, rejections, acceptances, and all the ups and downs that the writing life entails.
If you are a person who is trying to fit in writing, whether for publication or just for fun, this might be the podcast for you.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into the intricate balance between writing and other professional commitments, focusing on themes such as personal agency in creative pursuits, the emotional landscape of submission, and the wisdom gained from rejection. Episodes feature discussions on specific topics with notable authors, like Sayantani Dasgupta discussing the importance of authenticity in writing and Daniel Orozco exploring the role of boredom in creativity, while also reviewing practical writing tips and personal anecdotes in the Slog Notes.
WorkWhile is a podcast run by us, Sam Burns and Stacy Boe Miller. The two of us have done all kinds of work in our lives–office jobs, parenting, raft guiding–while also trying to be writers. And we’re not only trying to fit in writing, but as emerging writers, we’re also submitting our writing to journals as well as trying to apply for opportunities that will help us move forward with our writing.
So we thought, all these conversations we’re having–let’s make a podcast about it! Let’s talk to other writers who are also doing this kind of work and fitting it into all of the cracks of their lives and see what they have to say about the whole process.
Together, we interview writers who inspire us and ask them how they’re fitting in writing with full-time employment. The week after, we have an episode where we talk about what we learned from our guest as well as go over our “notes from the slog.” The “slog” represents the parts of writing that aren’t writing–submission, rejections, acceptances, and all the ups and downs that the writing life entails.
If you are a person who is trying to fit in writing, whether for publication or just for fun, this might be the podcast for you.
In this Slog Notes episode, Sam and Stacy talk about what they learned from their conversation with Sayantani, how Sam has found success incorporating Sayantani’s writing advice, and why the #therapy is working. This episode was recorded January, 2024.
Also, dear listener–this is the last episode of Season 1! We hope you enjoyed this podcast as much as we enjoyed making it. Thank you for listening.
Your Co-Scribblers,
Sam & Stacy
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