Everybody's got a Story
Everybody’s Got a Story will delve into all aspect of the written word from the process of creating great stories to thoughts on editing, publishing and surviving the journey. We will also feature talks with authors, read their works, and discuss the literary tradition in Laguna Beach as we endeavor to give life to the art form that gives life to the stories that are our lives.
Episodes
October 9, 2024 • 55 mins
Local personality and polymath Billy Fried, Chairman and Grand Poobah of KXFM kicks off our first season of podcast by sharing his thoughts and insights on the art & craft of writing. Billie has spent his career in media and marketing, most recently as an opinion columnist at the Laguna Beach Independent and radio talk show host of “Laguna Talks” on KXFM.
In his own words, Billy has "...learned the importance of listening, becau...
In his own words, Billy has "...learned the importance of listening, becau...
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October 14, 2024 • 46 mins
Author and political lobbyist Judie Mancuso discusses her first publication, Because They Need Us, a tale of how to make meaningful change for our furry friends through legislative action in Sacramento.
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October 17, 2024 • 52 mins
Phil Daigle, Laguna Beach resident and author of three independently published novels, provides listeners with a step-by-step guide on how to successfully navigate the world of independent publishing to bring your writing project to life. From e-readers to Amazon sales to published hard copies, Phil shares his experience along with tips and tricks for writers seeking alternatives to the Big 5 Publishing houses.
Phil Daigle is a myst...
Phil Daigle is a myst...
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October 17, 2024 • 54 mins
Linda Shelton Marshal spent twenty-five years writing scripts for Fortune 500 Companies including Dow and Dow-Corning as well as multinational organizations like the Boy Scouts. Embued with a keen sense of how human beings are wired for story, Linda admonished her client to avoid being a Talking Head and seek instead to communincate on a more listener oriented plane.
Linda takes listeners through a journey of how the human mind proc...
Linda takes listeners through a journey of how the human mind proc...
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October 17, 2024 • 50 mins
Third Street Writers President Amy Dechary and LCAD Gallery Manager Bryan Heggie team up to talk about writing workshops, visual arts, and the symbiotic relationship between the two art forms in action here in Laguna Beach. Amy and Bryan also discuss the history of Secrets & Sins, an open mic reading event focused on the scary, macabe, and sublime scheduled to take place at the LCAD Gallery on the night of Thursday October 24 a...
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October 29, 2024 • 51 mins
Laguna Beach poet, world traveler and climate change activist Ellen Girardeau Kempler takes us on a poetic jouney that includes how she emerged from the chrysalis of a significant life setback to become a poet, her love for Laguna and her views on climate change through the lens of her poetry. Ellen also reads from her forthcoming publication, expected in April 2025, a collection of 32 poems exploring the effects of climate change.
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October 30, 2024 • 51 mins
Colorado transplant Diane Armitage came to "...this little vortex town in 2000...and decided to get out and explore...and...the “Best of Laguna Beach™” blog (Best of Laguna Beach | Diane Armitage | Substack) and books were inadvertently born." Over 17 years, Diana has shared her “best of” findings for everything from breakfast burritos to live music and Laguna Beach's rockin’ chefs. Diane also owns a marketing agency that has speci...
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November 14, 2024 • 57 mins
Author Kaira Rouda and her husband, former Congress Person Harley Rouda, take over Everybody's Got a Story as part of KXFM's annual fundraising drive. This dynamic couple shares love, laughs, and their mutual passion for the art of writing, dedication to serving others, and the importance of local community radio!
On today's episode, Kaira announces the release of her twenty-second book, "What the Nanny Saw" (Amazon.com: What the N...
On today's episode, Kaira announces the release of her twenty-second book, "What the Nanny Saw" (Amazon.com: What the N...
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November 19, 2024 • 46 mins
Dr. Henri Colt joins Everybody's Got A Story to discuss his book, Becoming Modigliani, "a myth-busting biography of Italian-Jewish artist Amedeo Modigliani." Along the way Henri answers such existential questions as “do we need another book on Modigliani? and Why write about Modigliani at all? We also receive a significant insight on the critcalness to writers of proper research, especially the planning phase.
Dr. Colt, who was rais...
Dr. Colt, who was rais...
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November 25, 2024 • 53 mins
Author Randy Kraft is a former journalist/communications strategist who has three novels (Colors of the Wheel, Signs of Life, and Off Season) and one story collection (Rational Women) in print. Randy is also a book reviewer and occasional lecturer. She holds an MAW, Masters in Writing; MBA; and BA, Literature. Raised in NYC, Randy migrated to Laguna Beach in 2006 where she is now happily writing and reading and enjoying the sea bre...
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November 29, 2024 • 52 mins
Michael Ray and Monica Martin delve beneath the covers with Trump's Hot Bot, a unique and humorous work of creative non-fiction. This visual feast, described as "a cross between an adult comic book, Mad Magazine, and vintage Playboy" presents a biographical take on the 45th and 47th President of the United States in graphic detail. Explore the story of how "Donny's" grandfather escaped the Kaiser's Germany to seek his fortune in th...
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December 5, 2024 • 55 mins
Writer, editor, Arts columnist for Stu News, and in-coming Third Street Writers President Theresa Keegan joins this episode of Everybody's Got A Story - and she has some opinions on the art & craft of writing! Along the way, we talk about growing up in an Irish Catholic family, the importance of local news, her views on the next chapter for Laguna Beach's preeminent writing group, Third Street Writers, and Holiday Digest, now a...
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December 14, 2024 • 49 mins
Norma Sadler reads from her book of poetry (Chasing the Past and Other Poems) and discusses how she has evolved since writing her two novels (Krystal's Notebook and Flight of the Swan). Along the way we discuss how her writing was influenced from her experience growing up in Pittsburgh and the midwest, coming of age in the 1960s, and her eventual move to California. Norma also shares some keen insights on her process, including the...
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December 20, 2024 • 61 mins
Whether your new to Flash Fiction or a seasoned pro, this episode looks to bring a new perspective to the genre by looking at select songs and their lyrics as a form of flash fiction. In particular, we feature the songs "Jericho Bay" and "Charlie's Sky" (Icehouse), "You Don't Mess Around with Jim" (Jim Croce), "The Night That the Lights Went Out in Georgia" (Vicki Lawrence), and "Family Snapshot" (Peter Gabriel) to illustrate vario...
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January 3, 2025 • 54 mins
Host John Tynan rings in the New Year by paying homage to Holiday Digest 2024, a collaboration with the Laguna Beach Independent and Third Street Writers that appears during the holiday season. For the past seven years, selected writers have shared holiday-themed stories with readers of the Indy.
In the first episode of Season 2, John reads ten original stories written by members of Third Street Writers and printed in The Indy's Hol...
In the first episode of Season 2, John reads ten original stories written by members of Third Street Writers and printed in The Indy's Hol...
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January 9, 2025 • 52 mins
Deborah Gaal has published two novels: Synchronicities on the Avenue of the Saints and The Dream Stitcher. Deborah enjoys crafting novels that bring darkness into the light, touch on societal issues, and make our personal trials seem relevant and manageable through the allegory of relatable characters.
In today's episode, Deborah stitches us a picture of her mothers's and father's respective histories provided the inspiration for he...
In today's episode, Deborah stitches us a picture of her mothers's and father's respective histories provided the inspiration for he...
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January 22, 2025 • 49 mins
In this week's episode we mind our Ps & Qs and leave no participle dangled as guest author Rebecca Lyles joins us to humorously explore communication stumbling blocks, reveal common errors in the use of the English language, and provide time-tested advice on how to write and speak effectively. We also discuss the importance of finding a good editor and -- SPOILER ALERT -- reading the best writers in whatever genre you prefer in...
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January 30, 2025 • 57 mins
KXFM's own Jason Feddy joins the show this week but not for the reason you think! A Laguna Beach icon and music legend, Jason takes us in a different direction - he shares his thoughts on Apologies - how to do it well and why you need to do it more now than ever.
Jason discusses his youth and coming of age in England, early years with rock bands and music, his discent into the dark night of the soul and subsequent resurrection here ...
Jason discusses his youth and coming of age in England, early years with rock bands and music, his discent into the dark night of the soul and subsequent resurrection here ...
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January 31, 2025 • 53 mins
Producer, writer, director in film and television, and professor Christine Fugate takes us behind the camera to give writers insights into how to use perspective, story telling, and the well crafted lie in dialogue to enhance our tales. Along the way we discuss talent meeting opportunity, advice on travel, an interlude with the rock band KISS and thoughts on the power of one-act plays.
Although we didn't chat about it in this episod...
Although we didn't chat about it in this episod...
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February 6, 2025 • 49 mins
We experienced a bit of a plot twist when today's guest came down with the flu so we pivoted to a new feature - selected readings of first chapters from books by authors who have previously appeared on the show!
This episode features Becoming Modigliani, by Henri Colt; Signs of Life, by Randy Kraft, and The Dream Stitcher, by Deborah Gaal. Click on the title of each work for more information. I also threw in a quick review of the La...
This episode features Becoming Modigliani, by Henri Colt; Signs of Life, by Randy Kraft, and The Dream Stitcher, by Deborah Gaal. Click on the title of each work for more information. I also threw in a quick review of the La...
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