POP In: A Writer's Oasis

A group of strangers belting out “so good” in Sweet Caroline. Friends reminiscing about a song from their high school years. That special look a couple shares when their wedding song plays unexpectedly. The amazing feeling when a song perfectly encapsulates the complexities and nuances of everything you’re feeling. Music has the ability to transform, transport, and transfix us… but what inspires someone to write a song?In our latest episode, Cristina sits down with Ryan Breen to talk about his experience as a musician – everything from composing the instrumentals to finding the right lyric. Tune in to hear Ryan discuss music’s powerful ability to heal and the cathartic process of writing.**DISCLAIMER** This episode covers topics of mental health. If you, or someone you know is struggling, please seek support. Call/Text 988 or visit: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/Links From Today's EpisodeVapid Mansion: STREAM NOWInstagram: Ryan Breen │ Vapid Mansion │ Mayonnaise The KittyPhoenix Oasis Press: phoenixoasispress.com

And to think you heard it on the POP In Podcast. Join Cristina Scobee as she talks to Eric Sellen about what happens when a story asks to be told, and chooses you to be its voice. Explore the difference between the art of non-fiction and fiction. And most importantly, the power of observing the world around you.Links From Today's EpisodePhoenix Oasis Press: phoenixoasispress.comEric Sellen: LinkedIn

We’ve probably all heard the term “writer’s block,” but is it just something made up, or do writers really experience a neurological affliction that prohibits them from writing? And once you’ve been bitten by the writer’s block bug, how can you combat its pesky effects? In today’s episode, Cristina and Michelle will search for the answers by sharing their own experiences and by examining John Dufresne’s book, “The Lie That Tells a Truth.”Links From Today's EpisodeMichelle Conde: OhJustMichellePhoenix Oasis Press: phoenixoasispress.comJohn Dufresne: The Lie That Tells a Truth

Welcome to the launch of POP In: A Writer's Oasis! We believe everyone has a story to tell and that story goes beyond the page. This podcast was created to not only give writers a chance to share their work, but to also share a bit about themselves. Get ready in 3...2...1...Links From Today's EpisodeSue Fulton: SDFulton.comTracy Skochil: Tracy.Skochil.AuthorPhoenix Oasis Press: phoenixoasispress.comShut Up & Write: Meetup