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The Write Connection

Katherine Burrows

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The Write Connection podcast is designed to help you choose the right words and stories in your business content to create authentic connections with prospects, clients, partners, and colleagues. Meet Your Host... Katherine Burrows... Founder and CEO of Katherine Burrows Creative, creator of the Business Character Analysis, and Creative Content Strategist. As a lifelong writer and a professional copywriter for the last 12 years, I’ve noticed that so many coaches, speakers, and entrepreneurs ...
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Dr. Jason Eberl who is the editor of the book Battlestar Galactica and Philosophy. Dr. Eberl is a featured speaker at the celebration of the 20th anniversary of 2004 reboot of Battlestar Galactica in Chicago. This series begins by asking an existential question: "Does humanity deserve to exi…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we interview artist Will Burrows. In the past few years, Burrows has become popular for his art that blends Star Trek with political themes and LGBTQIA pride.We wanted to talk to him about some of his best selling work in celebration of the Bell Riots--an event in Star Trek lore that sets the United Stat…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Katherine Ann Power about her new memoir, "Surrender: My Journey from Guerilla to Grandmother". For over twenty years, Power was on the FBI Most Wanted List for her involvement in a revolutionary armed cell that sought the overthrown of the US government. After a bank robbery in which a poli…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we speak with New York Times Best Selling author, Dr. Una McCormack. She has written over twenty science fiction novels, many of which are franchise novels that tie into the Star Trek, Firefly, and Dr. Who universes. We talk about how she prepares for writing her work and why she appreciates science fict…
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In this Conversation on Anarres, we speak with Dr. David Seitz about his new book A Different Trek: Radical Geographies of Deep Space Nine. We talk about how Star Trek came to be part of his academic research project and why Deep Space Nine captured his imagination as a way to talk about radical politics in the world today. Our conversation touches…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Matilda Bickers, the co-editor of a new anthology, "Working It: Sex Workers on the Work of Sex" (PM Press, 2023), which is a collection of reflections by sex workers on the nature of their labor. She explains how she got into this form of advocacy and what similarities sex work has to other …
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In this episode of TrekWars@OSU, we consider the sci-fi, fantasy, and other speculative fiction that helped us to imagine futures free of domination, exploitation, war, and empire.Our discussion panel included: Joseph Orosco, co-director of the Anarres Project; Randall Millstein, Robyn Morris, and Kaja Gjelde. Each of them mentioned their favorite …
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk to Avery Jade, one of the organizers of the Really, Really Free Market in Corvallis, Oregon. The Really, Really Free Market movement is a global movement that creates space for mutual aid--making clothes, toiletries, literature, and other necessities available for free.We discuss the inspiration …
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I'm so excited to share with you my conversation with Jennifer Falloon, owner of Vorsa Investments. We explore the story behind her family's journey into real estate investments. Hint: it's not what you think! And we even get a bit fangirl while discovering we both love Game of Thrones. About Jennifer Falloon Jennifer is the owner of Vorsa Investme…
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In this episode, Joseph Orosco talks with Maria Castro and Javier Castro, about their recent essay "Bibliophilia and Anarchism in Star Trek: Picard", published in October 2022 in Perspectives in Anarchist Theory. Maria and Javier argue that throughout Season One of Star Trek: Picard several books are mentioned that echo the radical themes and anti-…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, co-directors Joseph Orosco and Tony Vogt discuss their encounters with the work of Staughton Lynd, who passed away in 2022. They talk about the important ways in which Staughton Lynd, along with his wife Alice, devoted themselves to providing historical resources to spark our imagination about forms of a…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, co-directors Joseph Orosco and Tony Vogt discuss their encounters with the work of Dave Forman, who passed away in 2022. They talk about the importance of Forman's work in creating the radical environmental group, Earth First!, and the limitations of this approach to movement building. Music Credit: ––––…
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Join me for a conversation with Candy Motzek, host of the She Coaches Coaches podcast. We explore the transition from corporate to entrepreneurship and becoming a coach. What's your why? What are the things no one tells us about starting a business? How do you build a supportive community of colleagues who get it? About Candy Motzek Candy is an aut…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, co-directors Joseph Orosco and Tony Vogt discuss their encounters with the work of Barbara Ehrenreich, who passed away in 2022. They talk about the importance of Ehrenreich's works including Nickel and Dimed, Bait and Switch, and Witches, Midwives, and Nurses. Music Credit: ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, co-directors Joseph Orosco and Tony Vogt discuss their encounters with the work of historian Mike Davis, who passed away in 2022. They talk about the importance of Davis' books including City of Quartz, Ecology of Fear, and Magical Urbanism. Music Credit: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Bubble — KV…
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Listen to Anna's journey through trauma, turning her trauma into her superpower, and now writing her book with me to help others be just as happy on the inside as they look on the outside. Anna's Free Breakthrough Session - https://calendly.com/annaditchburn/breakthrough-session About Anna Ditchburn Anna is known affectionally as the world’s best l…
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Christian Matheis presents the keynote presentation for The Word for World is Forest Symposium, honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of Ursula Le Guin's anti-war novella. This talk was given in October 2022. It is entitled "Devious as Nerves: Teaching the Fine Balance of Reason and Dream." Image: Eileen Dunn…
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In this presentation from the October 2022 symposium honoring the 50th anniversary of Ursula K. Le Guin's novella, Sean MacCracken examines the way Le Guin depicts the colonialism of her intergalactic federation in the Hainish series and what lessons we might take for our political organizing today. He describes his talk: In the six-part documentar…
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Listen to my chat with Laban Ditchburn as he gives me the inside story on writing his recently launched book Bet on You, available on Amazon. Text “Courage” to 33777 for a free audio version of Laban’s internationally acclaimed debut book, Bet on You About Laban Ditchburn A child badly affected by divorce and dysfunction, Laban sought validation an…
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Highlights from our symposium in October 2022, honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of Ursula K. Le Guin's anti-war novella, The Word for World is Forest. In this episode, Ben Nadler discusses the possibility of dreaming as a radical and collective act of liberation. He says: "I am interested in exploring the ways in which dreaming can …
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Do you know how powerful it is to see ourselves in stories? We know that stories can be powerful. One of the most powerful experiences in our journey of self-discovery is the power of seeing ourselves in another's story. That’s why we know it’s so important to get more LGBTQ stories, or Rainbow Stories as we like to call them, out into the world. W…
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Highlights from our symposium in October 2022, honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of Ursula K. Le Guin's anti-war novella, The Word for World is Forest. In this episode, Christopher Loughlin discusses Le Guin's Hainish Cycle, in conjunction with Jacques Ranciere's aesthetic and political philosophy, to discuss the meaning of solidarit…
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The Word for World is Forest Symposium: Sheryl Medlicott Highlights from our symposium in October 2022, honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of Ursula K. Le Guin's anti-war novella, The Word for World is Forest. In this episode, Sheryl Medlicott helps us to understand the book as an ecofeminist and utopian text with lessons about how to…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Dr. Sergio Gallegos, who teaches philosophy at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice for the City University of New York, about the anarchist ethics of Ricardo Flores Magon. A key figure in the development of the Mexican Revolution of 1910, Flores Magon was deeply inspired by anarchist th…
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The popularity of the role playing game Dungeons and Dragons has skyrocketed recently. Partly because of the COVID 19 pandemic and also because of the its prominent portrayal in the hit show "Stranger Things", more and more people have started to play this classic fantasy game where players imagine themselves as characters in far away mystical real…
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The popularity of the role playing game Dungeons and Dragons has skyrocketed recently. Partly because of the COVID 19 pandemic and also because of the its prominent portrayal in the hit show "Stranger Things", more and more people have started to play this classic fantasy game where players imagine themselves as characters in far away mystical real…
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How long does it take to write a book? We hear different numbers from different writers over different genres- some of our most beloved books have been written in as little as a few days to a decade, or more. When it comes to books for our businesses, we often think it will take longer to write them than it does. This idea could be stopping you fro…
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Whether to run our businesses, connect with our communities, or manage our personal lives, most of us use technology every day. Apps, tools, and platforms can make it easier than ever to write and publish are books- but where are we supposed to start? If you've run into the technology myth, you probably find this all a tad overwhelming. This myth t…
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So many would-be authors worry that what they have to say isn't enough. That they aren't rich, famous, or interesting enough to fill a book with valuable content. This is myth #3, the content myth, hard at work. Today, join me as I explore how to overcome the fear of not having enough of- or the right kind of - content to put into your business boo…
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Why would anyone read my book, when there are so many other options out there? I hear this all the time. The truth is that our business books have an excellent chance of being read by the right people- our ideal clients. Ask yourself: how many people need to read your book if they are the right people? In today's episode of The Write Connection, I …
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Why would a ghostwriter write her own book? Over my many years of writing for others, I've come across 5 myths that keep my clients from writing their books. ...And I've realized that I too have experienced them firsthand when it comes to writing my own book. So, where do these myths come from? How do we correct our thinking with facts, so that we …
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What happens in our brains when we hear an awesome story? How do stories stick in our memories more than facts alone? Why do we tend to care so much more about information when it's presented in a story? On episode 2 of season 3, Katherine jumps into these questions in an excerpt from a talk she gave to Carl Richards' Podcast Alliance Made Simple G…
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Join me for an informative dive into the world of accessibility with Linda Hunt, Award-Winning Accessibility Consultant, Speaker, Author, CEO of Accessibility Solutions, and Advocate for all things related to accessibility. Linda's FREE Gift to You Schedule a Free 1:1 Consult with Linda to discuss your accessibility needs https://www.solutions4acce…
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Why is it so important to feel important? How does our uniqueness affect our workplace interactions? Why is inclusivity the single most impactful (and affordable!) way to improve workplace culture? On season three's first episode, join Katherine as she discusses these questions with the wonderful Hilda Gan. Hilda Gan is a keynote speaker, Internati…
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In this episode, we celebrate five years of TrekWars@OSU by considering the issue of refugees and displaced persons. In 2021, the United Nations High Commission on Refugees estimated that there were 82 million people displaced because of war, conflict, and human rights violations around the world. Some 30% of those are children. Starting in 2022, t…
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Listen in on my check-in with Carl Richards, my amazing podcast producer and coach, for a look at what I've learned over the last year of podcasting and what's coming up for Season 3. CARL RICHARDS, PODCAST PRODUCTION MADE SIMPLE Carl Richards has spent more than 25 years behind the microphone, entertaining and influencing audiences worldwide. He’s…
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In this episode of TrekWars@OSU, Joseph Orosco, co director of the Anarres Project for Alternative Futures, and Dr. Jason Scully (Urban and Regional Planning, Eastern Washington University) discuss the ways in which race and mental health are represented in Season 2 of Star Trek: Picard. They talk about how the show depicts Black and Latinx charact…
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Join me as I explore the challenge and adventure of finding the right voice for clients with my guest, Earl Thomas. Learn how the right voice for audio content is similar to the authentic voice I strive for in written content. Earl Thomas is a Professional "Voice-Over" artist specializing in Promotional Videos: Website videos, Master of Ceremonies,…
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Here's an inside look at the process of turning a blog into a book - a great way to repurpose your content and increase your reach to new audiences. My guest Wayne Pratt talks about his process, what he's learned, and the advice he has for other bloggers looking to write a book. Wayne Pratt is a speaker, author, and life coach who has been helping …
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An introspective, rainy day dive into a simple yet powerful new way to define our ideal client. I share my thoughts about my own ideal client and why this is such an important part of preparing to write a book. Recognize yourself in my description? I'd love to chat! 30 Minute Coffee Chat: https://calendly.com/katherine-burrows-creative/30min DATE C…
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In this episode of FutureStates Focus, two philosophy professors, Joseph Orosco and Robyn Morris, review the sci-fi short film "Children of the Northern Lights" (2013). This short film is written and directed by Andrew Okpeaha MacLean, who is now an Assistant Professor of Arts at New York University. His previous film "On the Ice" (2011) explores I…
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So excited about this special crossover episode with Carl Richards to give you a sneak peek about the FREE collaborative workshop we're offering Wednesday, May 18, 2022, from noon to 1:30 pm eastern time! Register here: https://e.sparxo.com/5-Myths-To-PodcastBook-Launch Please reach out to either of us if you have any questions. Our contact info is…
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On this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we talk with Irish historian, Dr. Christopher J.V. Loughlin, who has been examining ancient Irish tales of sea voyages, the immrama,-- which literally means tales of "rowing about". He finds within them the seeds of a unique brand of speculative thinking he calls Celtic Futurism. Many of these immrama st…
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The final episode in my three-part series on Stepping into Your Authentic Self is where I talk about how to effectively communicate our authentic selves to our business world and why it's been a surprisingly healing journey for me. Katherine Burrows, Big Impact Ghostwriter Katherine Burrows helps purpose-driven experts make a bigger difference by g…
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In coordination with the Concerned Philosophers for Peace, the Anarres Project presents a discussion with the author (and co-director of the Anarres Project) Jose-Antonio Orosco about his new book "Star Trek and the Philosophy of Peace and Justice: A Global, Anti-Racist Approach". (London: Bloomsbury, 2022) The dialogue is moderated by Dr. Greg Mos…
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Happy birthday to me! LOL! My birthday is a time to reflect on who I am vs the typical New Year's business planning for my company and brand. Let me share with you five books that have had a big impact on me this year, as well as my heartfelt wishes that you have a wonderful year and that your own special day is exactly what you wish it to be. Chee…
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In this episode of Conversations on Anarres, we speak to writer Susan DeFreitas. She recently edited a collection of speculative fiction stories written in honor of Ursula K. Le Guin entitled: "Dispatches from Anarres: Tales in Tribute to Ursula K. Le Guin". While she worked on the project, she also read all of Le Guin's novels. We sat down with he…
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This second episode in my three-part series on Stepping into Your Authentic Self is where I share about doing the work and five steps I've taken to become more authentic in my business self and why it's been a surprisingly healing journey for me. Katherine Burrows, Big Impact Ghostwriter Katherine Burrows helps purpose-driven experts make a bigger …
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Join me for the kick-off episode in my three-part series on Stepping into Your Authentic Self with this episode on creating clarity. Find out some of the steps I've taken to become more authentic in my business self and why it's been a surprisingly healing journey for me. Katherine Burrows, Big Impact Ghostwriter Katherine Burrows helps purpose-dri…
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