For Writers and Speakers- The Called Creatives Podcast

Have you ever wanted someone who is just a step or two ahead of you to share all their best advice? This episode is for you!

 

Stephanie May Wilson hosts the Girls Night podcast and is the author of multiple books, including her latest, Create a Life You Love: How to Quiet Outside Voices So You Can Finally Hear Your Own. 

 

Join Stephanie, Alli, and Lisa for a conversation about what Stephanie found to be the most intimidating about being a TEDx speaker, how to know what you should do when there are so many things you could do creatively, and why feeling fear doesn’t mean you aren’t called to this work. 

 

Stephanie also shares her most helpful and successful lead magnets, tips for thinking outside the box when creating and marketing content, and thoughts on why (and how!) women should invest in themselves and their creative work. 

 

Listen in to learn more: 

(01:36) TED Talk Preparation and Triumph 

(08:49) Choosing Effective Lead Magnets 

(15:26) Exploring Fun Opportunities in Work 

(18:13) Mentorship and Rejection in Professional Relationships 

If you want to quiet the noise around you so you can focus on the work you are called to, listen to this conversation today! 

Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

Connect with Stephanie May Wilson

Stephanie May Wilson- Website: https://stephaniemaywilson.com/

Stephanie May Wilson- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smaywilson/

Stephanie May Wilson- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/girls-night-with-stephanie-may-wilson/id1278993781

Stephanie May Wilson’s Newest Book, Create a Life You Love: How to Quiet Outside Voices So You Can Hear Your Own https://a.co/d/2Nf5mgu

   

What if the detours in your creative journey are actually the key to your success?

Author and Podcaster Kimberly Stewart shares how life's unexpected twists have shaped her career. Join Alli, Lisa, and Kimberly as they discuss how patience, perseverance, and a touch of humor can turn unrelated experiences into a fulfilling path. 

Kimberly shares incredible insights into the  creative process, the challenges of breaking conventional molds, and the importance of staying true to your voice. With grace as a central theme in her work, Kimberly encourages creatives to embrace their individuality—even when it feels like no one's paying attention. 

 

If you’re looking for encouragement to not give up on your dreams, even as those dreams shift, this episode is for you! 

 

Listen in to learn more : * Past Failures and Future Aspirations | 0:01:49 - 0:02:52

* Connecting Seasons of Harvest | 0:05:22 - 0:06:53

* The Art of Nonfiction Storytelling | 0:11:00 - 0:12:50 

* Writing From Your Personal Experience | 0:18:44 - 0:19:40

 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

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Kimberly Stuart- Website: https://www.kimberlystuart.com/ 

Kimberly Stuart- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberly.stuart.writes/ 

Kimberly Stuart- Podcasts: https://www.kimberlystuart.com/podcast 

Kimberly Stuart’s New Book, Star for Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit) (PRE-ORDER NOW)

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all of the content online, and the pressure to show up there?

 

Author of The Unplugged Hours Hannah Brencher has been there, and she has come to the other side of the overwhelm and pressure with wisdom to share! 

 

Join Hannah and Alli for this special conversation, where Hannah shares practical ways to pursue the craft of writing over the approval of the crowd, and the powerful change that happened in her creative work as she began spending more time unplugged.

 

Hannah also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the rhythms for her successful weekly newsletter, systems for organizing and repurposing content, and what it means to share online from a place of overflow instead of overwhelm. 

 

If you are ready to rediscover the joy of creating, listen to this episode today!

 

Listen in to learn more : 16:34-17:32 Finding Peace Through Unplugging

4:08 - 5:31 -Reconnecting Trough The Creative Process

 

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Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

Connect with Hannah Brencher

Hannah Brencher- Website: https://hannahbrenchercreative.com/

Hannah Brencher- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbrencher/

Hannah Brencher- Newsletter: https://hannahbrenchercreative.com/monday

Hannah Brencher’s New Book, The Unplugged Hours: https://www.amazon.com/Unplugged-Hours-Cultivating-Digitally-Connected-ebook/dp/B0CPXSH4M9

 

Experts agree that the majority of our communication is nonverbal, but what does that mean for speakers?

 

Kristi Bramlett, Certified Movement Analyst, is here to help you make the most of that nonverbal communication to support your message as you speak!

 

Join Alli, Lisa, and Kristi for a candid conversation about how to communicate with your whole self. Kristi shares incredible insights about habits that can be distracting to an audience (we all have them!), why our bodies are an important but often overlooked element of speaking , and how our body language points us back to who God created us to be. 

 

Kristi brings practical tips for preparing to speak, encouragement for women supporting women, and a good word for speakers who are just starting out. 

 

Whether you are confident in your calling or just beginning to call yourself a speaker, don’t miss the gold in this episode! 

 

Listen in to learn more:

 

Craft of Public Speaking Importance

09:17 - 10:43 

 

Importance of Body in Communication

02:08 - 03:42

 

Empowering Women in Speaking Opportunities

16:34 - 18:40

 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

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Kristi Bramlett- website: kristibramlett.com

Kristi Bramlett- email: [email protected]

How do you show up on social media and build an audience without giving into comparison? 

 

Allyson Golden, Founder of Words are Golden and Author of Arise and Shine: How to Be the Light That Ignites Hope in a Dark World, is here to give you all of her best tips! 

 

Join Alli and Allyson for this great conversation, where Allyson shares her experience as a first-time author, her best advice for those who want to share their words on social media, the importance of having solid inputs as a creative, and what it looks like to dream with God. 

 

If you have dreams of being a published author and want to share your words with the world, listen to this conversation today! 

 

Listen in to learn more:

(00:19 - 00:47) An Instagram Success Story

(04:08 - 04:54) Social Media Content Strategy Success

(09:29 - 11:01) Trusting God's Timing in Publishing

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Allyson Golden

Allyson Golden- website: https://wordsaregolden.com/ 

Allyson Golden- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordsaregolden

 

As a creative, it’s easy to get bogged down with too many ideas. How do you pick your next project?

 

Join Alli and Lisa for a conversation with Nicole Unice, where Nicole lays out her strategy for making that choice, and Alli calls it “one of the best tips I’ve heard in a long time.” (High praise!)

 

Nicole Unice is a pastor, speaker, host of the How to Study the Bible podcast, and author of multiple books, including her latest Not What I Signed Up For. (Fun fact: Lisa wrote the forward for this book!) 

 

In this candid conversation, Nicole also shares about the behind-the-scenes work that goes into being a writer and speaker, one thing that helps her make the shift from insecurity to confidence (even now, years into her career!), and the failure she encountered as a first-time author that changed the trajectory of her career. 

 

If you’re looking for encouragement and clarity in your creative work, this is a can’t-miss episode!

 

Listen in to learn more :

(00:05) Navigating Insecurities in Writing and Speaking

(10:18) Overcoming Failure and Creative Chaos

(17:46) Embracing Creative Chaos and Writing Process

(26:44) Guest Hype and Book Proposal Promotion

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Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Nicole Unice

Nicole Unice- website: nicoleunice.com

Nicole Unice- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleunice

 

Is it worth it to write your story if you don’t intend to publish it? 

 

Founder of Find Your Voice and expert publishing coach Ally Fallon says YES! An award-winning author of 13 books, including her most recent, Write Your Story: A Simple Framework to Understand Yourself, Your Story, and Your Purpose in the World, Ally joins Lisa for this conversation about the power of writing. 

 

Ally shares about the importance of writing your story, what it’s like to tell the stories of others as a ghostwriter, practical tips for writing a compelling opening, how to overcome writer’s block and settle into the writing process, and why you can (and should!) call yourself a writer.

 

If you’re looking for insider tips from a writing pro, listen to this episode today!

 

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Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Ally Fallon

Ally Fallon- website: https://allisonfallon.com/

Ally Fallon- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyfallon/

After disappointment or devastation, how do you pivot and move forward?

 

Author and Bible teacher Kelly Minter joins Alli and Lisa for a candid conversation about how Kelly herself pivoted from music to writing and speaking.

 

Kelly also shares the good news of God’s unlimited creativity, the truth about how hard things can be in creative work, the importance of being authentic to who you are and what God is doing in your life, and why taking criticism from trusted sources is an important part of our work as writers and speakers. 

 

If you’re looking for encouragement to not give up on your dreams, even as those dreams shift, this episode is for you! 

 

Listen in to learn more : 

(02:24 - 03:29) Embracing Imperfection in Creative Careers

(11:25 - 12:33) Writing Challenges and Cookbook Creation

(16:58 - 18:00) Redemption Through Bible Study

(22:08 - 23:57) Jesus' Teachings and Miracles Study

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Kelly Minter

Kelly Minter- Website: https://kellyminter.com/

Kelly Minter- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly_minter/

How does someone go from wanting to reach 300 people to having over 328 MILLION podcast downloads?!

 

Host of The Bible Recap podcast and bestselling author of a book by the same name, Tara-Leigh Cobble joins Alli and Lisa for a behind-the-scenes look at how God has done more than she hoped for with her podcast.

 

Tara-Leigh is not holding back, sharing where the idea for The Bible Recap came from, her biggest fear in starting the show (and why having a mentor tell her “no” was actually a great thing), overcoming discouragement and spiritual attacks, and what she wishes she would’ve known (and done!) sooner.

 

This conversation is for the creative who feels called and has a dream. If that is you, be sure to listen through the end– you do not want to miss Tara-Leigh’s final word! 

 

Listen in to learn more : (03:51 - 05:24) Overcoming Fear of Theological Errors

(06:51 - 08:20) Developing Ideas and Learning From Failures

(20:35 - 21:37) God's Work

 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Tara-Leigh Cobble

Website: https://www.taraleighcobble.com/

The Bible Recap Website: thebiblerecap.com

D-Group Website: mydgroup.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraleighcobble

The Bible Recap Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebiblerecap

 

Want a behind-the-scenes peek into the creative work of a pro? This conversation is for you!

 

Author, speaker, and host of the “Get Your Hopes Up” podcast, Christy Wright, joins Alli and Lisa for this conversation, where Christy shares the inside scoop on why it’s normal to feel fear when you’re doing something new, the power of leaning into your strengths and being consistent, and why she says Facebook ads are (still!) a good investment.

 

Christy shares personal stories of setting priorities, successful Facebook ads, and disappointing launches that will encourage you to continue your creative work. 

 

If you want real-life examples from a successful creative, look no further! 

Listen in to learn more :

(02:13 - 02:55) Ineffective Creative Advice and Phrase

(06:40 - 08:03) Unlocking Productivity Through Confident No's

(14:01 - 15:06) Benefits of Paid Advertising in Business

(18:56 - 19:42) Setting Goals and Sales Strategies

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Christy

Website christywright.com 

Instagram instagram.com/christywright

 

How do you share a difficult story when other people are involved? Life coach, speaker, and author Brandi Wilson has done that beautifully, and she’s here to help you do the same!

 

In this candid and compelling conversation with Alli and Lisa, Brandi shares how she navigated knowing when and how to tell her story (that deeply involves others!), surprising parts of her journey through the publishing process, and why authenticity is a superpower. 

 

If you want to tell your story in a way that is honest and honorable to all involved, listen to this conversation today!

Listen in to learn more :

(08:55 - 09:47) Navigating Legal Issues in Publishing

(14:26 - 16:33) Audience Building Strategies and Authenticity

(20:32 - 21:42) The Legacy of S4

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Brandi 

Brandi Wilson - Website: https://lovebrandiwilson.com/ 

Pick up a copy of Brandi’s book: Better than Okay  https://betterthanokaybook.com/

Have you ever struggled to see yourself as a writer? Blogger and author of “The Cook’s Book” Bri McKoy has been there! 

 

In this conversation, Bri shares with Alli and Lisa (and you!) what she has learned about the power of authentic relationships, her most significant hurdle in believing in her own value as a writer, and the magic of being a mastermind. 

 

If you’ve asked yourself if the patience and consistency it takes to do this work for the long haul will ever pay off, this conversation with Bri will encourage you to keep going! 

Listen in to learn more :

(01:47 - 03:06) Cooking Journey Through Mistakes and Enthusiasm

(05:56 - 07:22) Building Genuine Relationships for Success

(11:12 - 12:37) Mastermind Secrets

(13:49 - 14:45) Audience Building and Constant Adaptation

(17:39 - 19:09) Setting Goals and Committing to Growth

 

LINKS 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Bri 

Bri McKoy- Website: https://brimckoy.com/ 

Bri’sLatest Book, The Cook’s Book https://book.brimckoy.com/ 

 

“A lot of people want to have written, but not many people want to write.” -Max Lucado

 

New York Times bestselling author and Pastor Max Lucado joins Lisa for a conversation full of practical advice and true writing wisdom. In this episode, Max gives us the behind-the-scenes scoop on the power of serving God right where you are, why he framed his first manuscript acceptance letter, how he chooses what project to focus on, and his best advice for writers at all stages. 

 

If you are a writer who has wondered if it’s worth it to keep going, this is a can’t-miss conversation!

Listen in to learn more :

(07:29 - 08:17) The Power of Serving the Lord 

(14:17 - 15:29) Lessons and Disliking Writing Advice 

(20:28 - 21:28) The Importance of Rewriting in Writing  

LINKS 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Max 

Max Lucado- Website: https://maxlucado.com/

Max’s Latest Book, God Never Gives Up on You:

Looking for a realistic and encouraging discussion on building an audience and your platform?  This is it!

 

As a bestselling author and an acquisitions editor for Bethany House, Jennifer Dukes Lee understands both sides of the publishing relationship. 

 

In this honest conversation with Alli and Lisa, Jennifer shares about balancing the craft of writing with advocating for your reader, having realistic expectations as an author, what is working (and not working!) in gathering an audience, and why there is no “magic number” when it comes to platform size and publishing. 

 

For thoughtful advice from someone who sits on both sides of the publishing partnership, listen to this conversation today! 

 

Listen in to learn more : Listen in to learn more :

(00:01) - Writing, Publishing, Audience Building Insights

(08:49) - Content Strategies and Book Marketing Tips

(14:37) - Writer's Advice and Overcoming Discouragement

(23:12) - Navigating Discouragement in Book Publishing

(28:02) - Importance of Persistence and Starting Fresh

(33:51) - Fun Writing and Marketing Power

 

LINKS

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Jennifer Dukes Lee  

Website: https://jenniferdukeslee.com/

 

“We are always aware of how someone else has arrived, but we don’t know where they’ve been and the journey they’ve been on.” -Ruth Chou Simons

 

Bestselling author and artist Ruth Chou Simons joins Alli and Lisa for a candid conversation all about her creative journey. Ruth shares how her creative work started with her small business, Gracelaced, the pivots she has had to make along the way, and how she handles discouragement even now as a bestselling author.

 

If you’ve ever struggled with disappointment in how an idea turned out or need encouragement to stay with it, this is one conversation you will not want to miss. 

 

Listen in to learn more:

(00:03) Writing, Speaking, Creating

(08:02) Lessons Learned in Publishing Success

(14:52) Struggles of a Career Author

(20:32) Navigating Existential Crisis and Audience Building

(26:47) Authentic Social Media Strategies

 

LINKS 

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Connect with Lisa + Alli at Called Creatives 

Called Creatives Website - https://www.calledcreatives.com 

Alli - Website : https://alliworthington.com/

Alli - Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/alliworthington/ 

Lisa Whittle - Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com 

Lisa Whittle - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

 

Connect with Ruth 

Website: https://ruthchousimons.com/