John White: Writing myself into freedom

John White: Writing myself into freedom

Author: Allison Fallon February 4, 2021 Duration: 36:47
In the face of collective, systemic problems—where does one start? Poet, entrepreneur, tech hybrid investor John Lee Gaston White has a suggestion: start with yourself. John is working on a book on what it’s like to be Black in America and how trauma is passed down through generations. Recorded on the day of the insurrection at the US Capitol, Ally and John discuss what "finding your voice" means in light of current events.

Allison Fallon, a best-selling author and the founder of the Find Your Voice movement, hosts this thoughtful Find Your Voice: How to Write When You're Not a Writer podcast. It’s built on a simple, liberating idea: you don’t need a fancy title or years of experience to benefit from putting words on a page. Each episode is designed to demystify the writing process and highlight how the simple act of writing can be a profound tool for personal clarity, healing, and even social change. You’ll hear candid conversations with authors who share their own creative struggles and triumphs, making the craft feel accessible rather than intimidating. Allison also delves into reviews of books that have shaped her thinking, pulling out practical lessons on storytelling and self-expression. Woven throughout are short, actionable prompts meant to cut through hesitation and get your own ideas flowing. This isn't about grammar rules or publishing deals; it's about discovering how your unique perspective, written down, can impact your own life and ripple out to your community. Tune in for a refreshingly practical and encouraging take on using words to navigate inner worlds and articulate thoughts you didn't even know you had.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Find Your Voice: How to Write When You're Not a Writer
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 17:06
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Writing Prompt: Define success in your own terms [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:51
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Book Review: A Story of Alcoholism, Pain, and Hope after Loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:05
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Podcast Introduction: Am I a Writer? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:56
A practice of writing has more impact than you think . . . and you might be the one standing in your own way. Best-selling author and Find Your Voice founder Allison Fallon shares how she discovered the far-reaching infl…

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