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Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour

Cassidy Carson and JT Hume

Cassidy Carson and JT Hume are longtime partners, readers, and independent writers who bring their decades of experience to the podcast world. We start with writing tips, techniques, and challenges, and goes on to explore the interesting world and universe around us.

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00:36:00

Pantsing

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2022/07/17

Pantsing (also known as winging it) is the term Wrimos use refer to writing without a fixed outline (an outline that the writer will force themselves to follow). A Wrimo who adopts the pantsing approach to writing is called a pantser. (source) Today was a fun podcast on Pantsing with CC challenging me with surprise writer's prompts: Dropped into an alien world High school romance Teenage girl superhero Next week, CC is going to do the same prompts, but from a plotter's point of view. (Giving credit,

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00:33:07

HEA and HFN

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/07/10

We chat about our current WIP and whether we should do a "Happily Ever After" versus "Happy For Now" kind of ending. Readers want both, often at the same time, which can lead to "interesting" sequels. Spoilers: Star Wars, The Godfather, The Matrix, and The Mummy (Brenden Frasier version, obv). We also announce a big deal happening on July 24th. More details soon on our website at www.carsonhume.com Have a listen and let us know what you think! TIA! LYL! PS: Thank you for the hugely successful book

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00:32:25

Summer Reading

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/07/03

We chat about our summer reading experiences from younger days, plus we talk about our current projects and our thoughts about "assigned reading." You can find links to our books at carsonhume.com Have a listen and leave comments. TIA! LYL!

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00:30:07

Ghosts and Books

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/06/25

In a very special Saturday episode of the Amateur Hour, CC and I chat about the real-life ghosts in our lives, the people we see in random places who look like loved ones and friends who've passed away. For that millisecond before we remember they're gone, we can be hit with a ton of strong feelings, including the echoes of the love and affection for someone we don't get to see anymore. A difficult and very personal subject for a podcast, but as writers, we talk about how we can use these important

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00:35:03

Writers Retreat

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/06/19

CC and I chat about our personal writer's retreat this week and about writers retreats in general. CC talks about her good and bad experiences at big-time retreats. We also give updates on our three books in the pipeline. You can learn all about us at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:33:55

Partners

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/06/12

We take a dive into the shallow end of the pool to discuss famous and no-so-famous literary couples. Writing is a tough chore to begin with, so lots of respect for these (and any) couples who write together. We used this article as a foundation: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/13--literary-couples_n_5104412 You can hear our podcasts and read our blogposts at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:30:09

40th Anniversary

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/06/05

Please join us as we celebrate our 40th anniversary with memories, laughs, and a few tears. CC and I chat about the good old days and what's kept us together so far. There's a little bit of writing stuff, too. Check out our web site at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:27:11

Multiverse

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/05/29

We attack the multiverse in this week's podcast to answer the question: "Are we truly writing fiction?" Covered w Spoilers: The MCU Batman Star Trek Pleasantville Back to the Future Quantum Leap Sliding Doors Stranger Than Fiction Carol Burnett Have a listen and send feedback through our website at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:36:47

Purple Porkchops

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/05/22

Couples Therapy this week with incorporating our experiences and minefields into our writing, plus the most and least important parts of a relationship and how to use them to create tension. Many more podcasts and blog posts on our website at www.carsonhume.com Let us know what you think via our Contacts page or leave a comment. TIA! LYL!

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00:42:43

Epiphany

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/05/15

This week's writers' podcast is a deep dive into "Romance is a Bonus Book," and how this excellent series got us thinking about the choices we've made. We chat about the power you have over your life and the key question: "Who am I?". We may have shotgunned a gallon of coffee before recording. Not kidding. Big-time spoilers. Lots of good stuff on our website at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:33:14

Mother's Day Therapy

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/05/08

CC and I do online therapy in talking about our mothers and our upbringing, and we discuss how writers can use their parental relationships in their writing. Possible triggers in this one. Check out our website for more podcasts and blog posts: www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:28:06

Editing

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/05/01

This week is our fav subject: editing. (#sarcasm) We discuss the strengths and weakness of self-editing vs. hiring professionals, using beta readers, and being responsible for your book. Big shout-out to my professional editors at Red Adept Editing! This and many more writers podcasts at www.carsonhume.com Have a listen and let us know what you think. TIA! LYL!

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00:27:16

Grammar

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/04/24

This week's writers podcast is a deep dive into the brick wall called "grammar." Ugh, we get it: everyone hates the rules. We talk about why writers should learn and follow the rules, anyway. The deep dive: The history of English grammar. Moby Dick versus The Old Man of the Sea. What did I do 450 times? Ideas on improving your writing grammar. Turn on the closed captioning! Grammarly may not be your friend. Have a listen and let us know what you think. Over on my Patreon, I finished the the Tucci

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00:29:16

Implied Bias and Stupid Romance

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/04/17

This week focuses on two important writers subjects: -The challenges and benefits of implicit bias in fiction. -CC's and my favorite formula in fiction: stupid romance. We pull in Love Actually, Star Wars, the weather, and coming of age stories. You can find links to our other podcasts at www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!

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00:30:37

Hell Week

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/04/10

We return from our podcast hiatus to talk about our emotional roller-coaster Hell Week, and the associated life changes happening in and around The Worldwide Headquarters: Our daughter's surgery. Saying goodbye to Mia. Verbal Tics. Retirement. My next book (good news!). Book sale success. Patreon. Spring in Nevada. "Our Flag Means Death". The Beatles and "Get Back". Recurring themes in Korean dramas and rom-coms. Common traits in the human experience. Putting together my second and third draft

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00:34:22

FanFic

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/03/27

We take on passion and energy of Fan Fiction this week: -The history of fan fiction with a nod to the Bard, Dickens, and the modern age. -The challenges and minefields about writing in the Internet Age. -And the strengths and weaknesses of being a FanFic writer. We recognize this is a sensitive subject for many people, and we look forward to your feedback at www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:33:43

Seasons

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/03/20

Happy Spring! CC and I discuss how Seasons can form themes in your books: Spring = Rebirth Summer = Lust & Love Fall = The Best Season? Winter = Family and Coming of Age (Bonus: Hear me forget our anniversary!) You can find links to our other podcasts at www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!

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00:41:19

Irish Themes

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/03/13

Last week, we sent you a verbal postcard of Ireland. This week, we watched six productions from The Auld County of Ireland, and we discuss the use of common themes through these films: Darby O'Gill and the Little People The Quiet Man Derry Girls Brooklyn Dancing at Lughnasa The Boxer Have a listen and feel free to push back on our thoughts and assumptions at our website: www.carsonhume.com. TIA! LYL!

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00:58:55

Postcard from Ireland

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/03/06

Writers draw pictures with words, but what if your protagonist is Irish and you've never been to Ireland? You're in luck! Here's a verbal postcard from Dublin, Cork, & Killarney with castles, pubs, museums, and much more. And we snuck in Scotland, too! Have a listen and let us know what you think: www.carsonhume.com TIA! LYL!

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00:32:10

Why Don't People Write?

Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT... ·

2022/02/27

No two ways to slice this bread: writing is hard for many reasons. People may have trouble put words to paper (or screen) because they feel they have a weak grasp on language skills, or they're nervous about revealing themselves. After all, writing in a private endeavor in the public spotlight. Criticism could be a good reason not to write, even though criticism can be both positive or negative. Some people have trouble simply finding the time to write, and other may worry about originality. CC and

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