On February 28, 2026, Kasie and Rex took on body parts. Here are the show notes: Topic: Body Parts Agenda: Segment 1 In consuming a ridiculous amount of romance fiction, I (Kasie) have come across my share of absurd body part descriptions. So I thought we haven’t ever really talked about how to talk about…
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Episode 332: Motifs and other Plot Devices
On January 17, 2026, Kasie and Rex welcomed Hollie in as a special guest and took on motifs in music and literature. Here are the show notes: Topic: Motifs & other plot devices Agenda: Segments 1 & 2 This morning we’re joined by Hollie, a musician and contributor to the show, who had something to…
Episode 329: A$$holes or Anti-Heroes? They’re Everywhere These Days!
On December 20, 2025, Kasie and Rex took on Anti-Heroes. Here are the show notes: Topic: Anti-Heroes Agenda: Segment 1 What is an anti-hero? This topic is so old, the show notes still introduce who we are to the audience. Wow. Episode 43 way back in 2019 was the only episode we have dedicated to…
Episode 326: Catalysts and Decision Makers
Listen to the Podcast October 25, 2025 Theme for the day Characters Need Agency Agenda Segment 1 The last time we did this topic was way back in 2021 here’s the link to Episode 130. We think maybe we’ve learned something since then. Born out of the “be mean to your characters” necessity, “what could…
Episode 319: Read like a Writer
On July 26, 2025, Kasie and Rex prepped for their Summer Series presentation with a show on reading like a writer. Here are the show notes: Theme for the day Read Like a Writer Agenda Segment 1 I teach the workshop “Read Like a Writer” as part of my SC Humanities Speakers Bureau offerings. I…
