Best Natalie Wright Podcasts (2025)

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Will Ruder and Keith Sauro on the New Home Construction Market 54:33

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Will Ruder is the Executive Vice President of the Home Builders Association of Greater Kansas City (KCHBA), and Keith Sauro is the Publisher of the Real Estate Book and New Home Guide of Greater Kansas City and Design KC. Together, they host the HBA After Hours podcast. They join Alex on this episode of Kansas City RealTalk to discuss the state of …

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Dan O'Dell on Adding Value as a REALTOR® 42:07

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Dan O'Dell has seen the market fluctuate through many ups and downs since he began his career as a REALTOR® in 1995. Beyond just the transaction of buying or selling real estate, he talks with Alex about the deeper purpose of a REALTOR® and how agents can continue to add value for their clients.By Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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Episode 43: Advice for Authorpreneurs with Guest Sara Fujimura 39:17

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, Sharon interviews guest Sara Fujimura about her writing journey and Authorpreneurial strategies, including networking, marketing, and maintaining a writing career, even when setbacks occur. Emphasizing community building, Sara details her experiences in both indie and traditional publishing, the importance of ide…

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Steve LaRue on the Accessibility of Homeownership 40:43

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Steve LaRue went from young homeowner to REALTOR® to President of the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about what's changed since he bought his first home at 19 years old and what REALTORS® can do to help continue the American dream of homeownership for the next generation of young homeowners.Bobbi's Book Bit: Burn the …

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NAR CEO Nykia Wright on the Future of the National Association of REALTORS® 42:40

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Nykia Wright brings a breadth of executive leadership and strategic advisory experience to her role as Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). She talks with Bobbi and Alex about the value of NAR and what's to come in the post-settlement landscape.Bobbi's Book Bit: The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek(Jump to interview a…

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Episode 42: Demystifying Middle Grade Series with Guest Matt McMann 36:55

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, host Sharon Skinner welcomes Matt McMann, USA Today bestselling author of the middle grade spooky mystery series Monsterious. Matt shares his unique writing journey—from winning school writing contests as a kid, to a long career as a musician, and finally returning to writing with encouragement and guidance from …

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Michael McReynolds on Business Growth Through Networking 41:57

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Michael McReynolds is the 2025 chair of the KCRAR Young Professionals Network (YPN) Committee. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about YPN, the local real estate market, and how agent-to-agent networking can help to grow your career.Bobbi's Book Bit: Carrots and Sticks by Ian Ayres(Jump to interview at 14:45)Learn more about YPN, including upcoming even…

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James Dwiggins on the Future of the Real Estate Industry 50:49

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Recharge speaker James Dwiggins talks with Alex and guest host John Ketchum about the industry changes that have occurred post settlement, and what agents and brokers need to be doing to not become a target of further litigation.John's podcast recommendation: https://simonsinek.com/podcast/episodes/the-myth-of-the-perfect-meditator-with-podcaster-j…

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Episode 41: Exploring Emotional Writing with Guest Christopher Cheng 38:48

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In this episode of Coaching Kidlit, Sharon Skinner welcomes award-winning children's author Christopher Cheng for an inspiring conversation about emotional writing in kidlit. Chris shares insights from his journey as a teacher and author, discusses the importance of writing from the heart, and reveals how personal experiences shape his stories. Lis…

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Natalie Davis on Strengthening Your Client Database 46:44

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Natalie Davis built her real estate business from the ground up in a new community by focusing on building a solid client database — a database she still maintains today. She talks with Alex and guest host Jeff Carson on-site at Recharge about how agents can grow and nurture their own client databases to support their business.(Jump to interview at…

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Season 2 Trailer 2:16

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From Hemlock Creek Productions comes the second season of the supernatural horror audio drama "Liars & Leeches." Just when they thought they were safe, Tonya and Nat stumble into a world of danger, obsession, heartbreak, and a Leech that's determined to not be exposed. To help fund the second season, we launched an Indie GoGo campaign on March 31st…

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Introducing: Shadows at the Door 44:39

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While we're on break between seasons, we wanted to take time to introduce you to another horror audio drama, "Shadows at the Door." Shadows at the Door is a series of standalone full-cast Audio Drama productions plunging you into the most pleasing of terrors. Each production is a journey into a new nightmare where atmosphere is in the very bones of…

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Katie Lance on Enhancing Your Social Media Marketing 46:32

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Recorded on-site at Recharge Conference & Expo, Alex and guest-host Jeff Carson sit down with real estate social media expert Katie Lance. She shares her tips, tricks and zero-cost ideas for agents to up their social media game.Alex's Book Bit: Strong Towns by Charles L Marohn Jr(Jump to interview at 12:20)…

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Episode 40: Combining Cultural Aspects with Harshita Jerath 34:49

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Sharon and Christy welcome Guest Harshita Jerath, author of picture books such as "The Leaping Ladoo" and "Cooler Than Lemonade" to discuss how she blends elements from her Indian heritage with American experiences in her writing, creating stories that resonate with broader audiences while maintaining cultural authenticity. Visti Harshita online at…

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Irene Lindsey on Inclusivity in Real Estate 36:24

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On this Fair Housing Month episode, KCRAR Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee Chair Irene Lindsey talks with Bobbi and Alex about inclusion, accessibility and Fair Housing education resources for real estate professionals.Bobbi's Book Bit: Are You Fully Charged? by Tom Rath(Jump to interview at 15:47)Fairhaven 2.0: https://www.nar.realtor/fair-…

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"It's Been a While"- Liars & Leeches Season 2 Update and Crowdfund 4:53

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It's been a while listeners. Although our show has been on a break, we haven’t been, and have been busy behind the scenes working on “Liars & Leeches’” second season. So today, we wanted to take a moment to update you on the delay in creating our second season, what’s happening behind the scenes now that production is back on track, and all of the …

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REALTORS® Making the Difference: Lead to Read KC 43:27

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Only 21% of third graders in Kansas City public and charter schools are reading on grade level. How does this impact our Kansas City community and our local real estate industry? REALTOR® John Arnold and Lead to Read KC Executive Director Rhea M. LeGrande dive into the details with Bobbi and Alex.Bobbi's Book Bit: Vagabonding by Rolf Potts(jump to …

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Episode 39: Ins and Outs of Indie Publishing with Guest Natalie Wright 47:33

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, host Sharon Skinner dives into the ins and outs of indie publishing with guest Natalie Wright. Natalie shares her journey from lawyer to successful indie author, discussing her writing process, character development, and the importance of a strong author platform. She offers valuable insights into creating emotio…

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REALTOR® Fran Sutton on the Wyandotte County Land Bank Program 40:14

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Local broker Fran Sutton is working with the Wyandotte County Land Bank Program to help create attainable housing the KCK. She talks with Bobbi and Alex about how it works, how it benefits the community and how others can work with the program.Bobbi's Book Bit: The Upside of Stress by Kelly McGonigal(Jump to interview at 13:27)More about the WyCo L…

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Get to Know 2025 MR President Bobbi Howe 1:04:10

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*Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide.*Co-host Bobbi Howe is now the 2025 President of Missouri REALTORS®. She sits down with Alex for a conversation on her career, the state of the real estate industry, and the purpose of the state association.Bobbi's Book Bit: Loserthink by Scott Adams(jump to interview at 11:00)…

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Episode 38: Digging Into Middle Grade with Guest Janet Fox 35:17

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, host Sharon Skinner, joined by guest Janet Fox, discusses various aspects of middle grade (MG) writing. Janet shares her writing journey, her passion for MG, and offers valuable insights on the craft of writing, particularly focusing on MG readers, character development, the importance of passion in writing, and …

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2025 KCRAR Forms: What Agents Should Know 36:57

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KCRAR 2024 Forms Committee Chair Jessica Thomas talks agents through the changes to the 2025 KCRAR forms and contracts, NAR settlement forms FAQs, and common pitfalls and mistakes agents should avoid.By Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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2025 KCRAR President Andrew Mall on Community in Business 41:30

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Andrew Mall is a past Kansas Association of REALTORS® President, and in 2025 he has stepped into a new role as KCRAR President. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about the strength and community the local, state and national REALTOR® associations bring to members.Bobbi's Book Bit: Just Listen by Mark GoulstonAlex's Book recommendation: The Book of Charl…

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2025 Heartland MLS President John Ketchum on Leveraging Your HMLS Subscription 34:27

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2025 Heartland MLS President John Ketchum talks with Bobbi and Alex about the changing real estate landscape and the value the MLS offers to agents and their businesses.(Jump to interview at 10:35)By Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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Episode 37: Poetry in Picture Books with Guest Dianne White 31:39

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Sharon Skinner interviews Dianne White, an esteemed picture book author known for works such as "Blue on Blue" and "Who Eats Orange." They delve into Dianne's background, discussing her journey from being an elementary school teacher to becoming a celebrated author. Dianne shares insights on how her teaching career and love for languages have influ…

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REALTOR® Story Time 6 21:41

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Don't open the deep freeze in a vacant property... Or do, if you're as bold as one of this year's podcast guests. Producer Amber is on the mic going through each of 2024's REALTOR® guests' craziest stories in from their careers in real estate.We want to hear your story too! Email us your crazy real estate story to [email protected].…

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Episode 36: Line-Level Language with Sara Gentry 29:03

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach Sara Gentry interviews Sharon about line level language and writing and revising KidLit. They focus on creating engaging language for picture books, establishing authentic middle-grade voices, and developing complex stories in young adult literature. The conversation highli…

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Shannon McGahn with a Post-Election Advocacy Update 47:58

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Shannon McGahn is the Chief Advocacy Officer for the National Association of REALTORS®. She updates Bobbi and Alex on how RPAC supported candidates did earlier this month in the general election and national issues of importance for the real estate industry.Bobbi's Book Bit: What's Our Problem? by Tim UrbanLearn more about the Housing Supply Accele…

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Mike McGrew on the REALTORS® Relief Foundation 40:57

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Mike McGrew is a local REALTOR® and the current president of the REALTORS® Relief Foundation, an organization providing housing-related assistance to disaster impacted communities through the generosity of REALTORS®. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about the Foundation, how it came to be, and what REALTORS® should know about its impact.Bobbi's Book Bi…

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Episode 35: Handling Research with Guest Laurie Calkhoven 33:17

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, hosts Sharon Skinner and Christy Yaros discuss key aspects handling research with returning guest Laurie Calkhoven. Laurie, an Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach, shares her extensive experience in writing over 50 books for young readers, including tips on conducting effective and organized research for both…

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Dan Hartman on Work Life Balance 39:45

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Dan Hartman is a REALTOR®, city alderman and business owner. He joins Bobbi and Alex in the studio to talk about his techniques and strategies for juggling multiple roles and maintaining a healthy balance.Bobbi's Book Bit: From Here to Happiness by Jonathan ClementsBy Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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Derek Ramsay on Protecting Homeownership on Nov. 5 41:03

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Derek Ramsay is the Vice President of REALTOR® Advocacy for KCRAR. He talks to Bobbi and Alex about the upcoming election on Nov. 5, which local candidates support REALTOR® issues, and about the Kansas City REALTOR® Party Voter Guide.Bobbi's Book Bit: iWoz by Steve Wozniak(Jump to interview at 15:25)View the Kansas City REALTOR® Party Voter Guide: …

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Episode 34: The Value of Community for KidLit Writers with Guest Sara Gentry 25:03

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In this episode, host Christy Yaros and guest Sara Gentry dive into the vital role of community for KidLit writers. They explore various types of writing communities, from large organizations like SCBWI to intimate critique groups, and discuss how to choose the right community for your needs. Christy and Sarah share valuable tips on balancing free …

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Ron Phipps on Growth Through Industry Change 40:19

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Ron Phipps, a REALTOR® from Rhode Island, was the 2011 President of the National Association of REALTORS®. Through his more than 40 years in the real estate industry, he has seen many industry shifts and crises. On this 150th episode of Kansas City RealTalk, Ron joins Bobbi and Alex in the studio to share his thoughts on how REALTORS® can use the i…

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Andrew Mall on Political Advocacy & His Run for Kansas Senate 46:19

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REALTOR® Andrew Mall is running for a seat on the Kansas Senate. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about his history with political advocacy, how it affects real estate, and how he would use a seat on the Kansas Senate to advocate for housing issues.Bobbi's Book Bit: Quiet Power by Susan Cain(Jump to interview at 16:35)…

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Episode 33: Non-Fiction Chapter Books with Guest Lori Alexander 35:31

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, host Sharon Skinner talks with special guest Lori Alexander about writing and publishing nonfiction for children. Lori shares her journey from writing picture books to nonfiction, highlighting her award-winning works on historical figures in science and medicine. She discusses her process of finding ideas, conduc…

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KAR CEO Maranda DeSanto on the Work of the State Association 39:15

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Maranda DeSanto is the new CEO of the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. She talks with Bobbi and Alex about her career and her goals for the future of the state association.Bobbi's Book Bit: Extraordinary Influence by Tim Irwin(Jump to interview at 13:20)Learn more about the 2024 KAR Annual Conference in Overland Park: https://kansasrealtor.com/even…

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Dan Stoner on Allyship, Education and the Real Estate Alliance 36:33

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Dan Stoner is a St. Louis REALTOR® and the President of the Missouri Chapter of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. He talks with Bobbi and Alex about the Alliance and what fellow real estate professionals can do to support the LGBTQ+ community.Bobbi's Book Bit: My Morning Routine by Benjamin Spall(Jump to interview at 12:12)Use code "1stYearOff" to g…

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Episode 32: Demystifying Early KidLit Categories with Guest Laurie Calkhoven 38:12

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Sharon and Christy talk with prolific writer and fellow Author Accelerator Book Coach Laurie Calkoven about the differences between various early KidLit categories, including picture books, early readers, and chapter books.By Sharon Skinner and Christy Yaros

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Marilyn Stanley on KHRC First Time Buyer and Other Assistance Programs 26:30

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Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) is a self-supporting, nonprofit, public corporation that serves as the primary administrator of federal housing programs for the state of Kansas. Marilyn Stanley CSBG / Single Family Program Manager for KHRC talks to Bobbi and Alex about the KHRC First Time Homebuyer Program as well as other assistance pr…

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Jessica Thomas on Upcoming KCRAR Forms Changes 37:02

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KCRAR's 2024 Form Committee Chair Jessica Thomas joins Bobbi and Alex to talk about the upcoming changes to KCRAR forms required by the NAR settlement.Bobbi's Book Bit: A Curious Mind by Brian Grazer(Jump to interview at 12:30)By Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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Andrea Sheridan on Buyer Representation 41:43

1y ago41:43

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With the future of buyer representation undergoing change in mid-August, instructor Andrea Sheridan shares what agents need to know as they continue to represent home buyers.Bobbi's Book Bit: Rejection Proof by Jia Jiang(Jump to interview at 13:15)By Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS®

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Episode 31: Navigating Time in Storytelling: Past, Present, and Future 34:12

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, hosts Sharon Skinner and Christy Yaros dive into techniques for effectively telling stories that involve backstory, flashbacks, and flash-forwards. They discuss the importance of understanding the narrative perspective in time and the challenges associated with various methods of integrating past events into the …

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NAR President Kevin Sears on the Future of NAR and the Real Estate Industry 50:38

1y ago50:38

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In the wake of the Sitzer-Burnett settlement, the National Association of REALTORS® and the real estate industry face imminent changes. NAR President Kevin Sears sits down with Bobbi and Alex on Zoom for a transparent conversation on the state of the industry.Bobbi's Book Bit: Never Finished by David Goggins(Jump to interview at 10:50)…

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Shaleen Khatod and Sunny Ramamurthy on Leveraging OneHome 43:43

1y ago43:43

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OneHome is a client-facing portal connecting agents with consumers that was recently launched as a benefit to all Heartland MLS subscribers. CoreLogic's Shaleen Khatod (Executive of Enterprise Strategy, Products, Initiatives) and Sunny Ramamurthy (Director of Product Management, Real Estate Solutions) join Bobbi and Alex on Zoom to share how KC age…

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Episode 30: Character Emotion on the Page 32:36

1y ago32:36

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In this episode, Christy and Sharon delve into the art of getting character emotions on the page and explore effective techniques for showcasing characters in their unique worlds, setting character-specific rules, and crafting emotionally engaging narratives.By Sharon Skinner and Christy Yaros

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The Impact of Real Estate on the Economy & Beyond 41:21

1y ago41:21

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How much of an impact does a real estate transaction have on the economy? NAR has done the research. Bobbi and Alex discuss the recent NAR report, "Real Estate's Impact on the Economy by the Numbers: A State-by-State Analysis."Bobbi's Book Bit: Requiem for the American Dream by Noam ChomskyRead the report: https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/economists-o…

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Trista Curzydlo, Esq. on Working with Cannabis Industry Clients 43:23

1y ago43:23

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Trista Curzydlo, Esq. joins Bobbi and Alex in the studio to share her legal expertise regarding agents working with cannabis industry clients and what agents should know about how to protect their business from legal risk.Bobbi's Book Bit: Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim(Jump to interview at 13:15)…

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The Ascenditure with Robyn Dabney 52:50

1y ago52:50

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In a special episode of Tipsy Nerds, Natalie welcomes co-host Robyn as her guest to discuss Robyn's new book, The Ascenditure (May 2024), a thrilling feminist mountain climbing fantasy story! Hear all about Robyn's new book, including what inspired her to create this fascinating world, badass mountain climbing characters, and more. Fans of TNBC don…

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Episode 29: Thematic Depth 37:38

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In this episode of Coaching KidLit, hosts Sharon Skinner and Christy Yaros dive deep into the concept of theme in KidLit writing. They discuss how to think about theme as the overarching idea of a book, touching on Cheryl Klein's concepts of experiential, emotional, and thematic points. The hosts emphasize the importance of connecting with the read…