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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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00:32:47

Book Event Recovery

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2025/11/02

In this episode of our award-winning podcast, we are yet again recovering from an outdoor writing event. We set up a booth at the Nevada Day Parade, and we met with diverse personalities and passionate writers, and we managed to sell books. We talk about things we’ve learned from outdoor writing events, including be prepared for all kinds of weather. Our mantra is: "We sold more books here than if we stayed home and sold zero."We talked about one of the best World Series that wasn’t the

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00:33:27

Sheryl Green

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2025/10/26

Sheryl Green is the author of "You Had Me At No," and in this engaging conversation with CC and JT from the "CC & JT Amateur Hour," she discusses her journey as a writer and the importance of setting boundaries to prevent burnout. She shares insights on prioritizing responsibilities, the psychology behind saying no, and navigating toxic work cultures. She makes the significant point that many people take on responsibilities that aren't theirs due to a desire to please

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00:27:58

NAN: The Provosts

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2025/10/22

For the Nevada Author Network, CC and JT interview the dynamic writing duo, Sharon and Stephen Provost, who share their journey as authors in Northern Nevada. A great team, Stephen has been stringing words together as a journalist for decades, and Sharon started writing due to Stephen's encouragement. Not only are they successful independent writers, Sharon and Stephen frequently collaborate on compilations featuring notable authors from Nevada.They discuss their transition from journalism to

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00:42:12

The Great Ourdoors

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2025/10/19

In this episode of our award-winning podcast, we’re recovering from two great outdoor book signings with the Sierra Arts Foundation (SAF) in Reno, Nevada, and the Brewery Arts Center (BAC) in Carson City. Both events were fun in their own ways, and we learned a lot about surviving an outdoor event. We dive into these experiences and share our learned lessons.Special thanks to Tia Flores of the BAC and Valerie Moore (no relation) of the BAC. Both events were excellent and well organized. Nicely

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00:15:05

NAN: Salem Lynn

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2025/10/15

In this episode of the Nevada Author Network, Cassidy Carson interviews local author Salem T. Lynn, who discusses his journey as a writer, his upcoming book "Endlings and Beginnings," and the importance of community support in the literary world. He outlines the challenges of creating a 15-book science fiction series that fully utilizes his skills as a literary crafter and graphic designer.Salem shares insights on his writing process, the challenges of self-publishing, and his experiences

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00:17:03

Laurie Kaye

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2025/10/12

"The CC and JT Amateur Hour" welcomes Laurie Kaye, author of "Confessions of a Rock and Roll Name Dropper." Laurie shares her unique experiences in the rock music industry, including her last interview with John Lennon just hours before his tragic death.The conversation delves into her personal journey, the impact of her upbringing on her career, memorable interviews with rock legends, and her reflections on writing and life lessons. She has interviewed many iconic artists,

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00:40:00

Terri Farley

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2025/10/08

Cassidy Carson interviews Terri Farley for the Nevada Author Network. A renowned and respected author known for her Phantom Stallion series, Terry shares her journey as a writer, her love for animals, and the experiences that inspire her stories.The discussion delves into her writing process, the importance of research, and the emotional connections she forms with her readers. Terri also talks about her transition between genres and her upcoming projects, including a picture book and a biography of

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00:44:23

Two Podcasts

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

2025/10/05

Cassidy and I have been blessed and honored to host dozens of local, national, and international authors on our podcasts: "The CC & JT Amateur Hour" and "The Nevada Author Network." On October 11, many of our guests will be gathering for the Sierra Arts Book Fest in Sparks, Nevada. In honor of that event, we reminisce about many of the writers we've been privileged to meet. For anyone thinking about podcasting with writers, I wrote a Substack post about experiences where

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00:20:37

NAN: Karen Terrey

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

2025/10/01

Cassidy Carson and JT Hume welcome Karen Terrey, the Poet Laureate of Nevada County, California, to discuss her role in promoting poetry and the literary arts within the community. Together, they explore the challenges of geography in community engagement, the craft of poetry, and the importance of introducing poetry to young minds.Karen shares her insights on addressing current events through poetry and the significance of public performance. The discussion highlights her upcoming works and ongoing

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00:34:33

Debbie Russell

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2025/09/28

In this episode of our award-winning podcast, Debbie Russell shares her journey from being a prosecutor to a writer, discussing her book "Crossing 51: Not Quite a Memoir," which intertwines her family's mental health history with her own experiences. The discussion delves into themes of family dynamics, inpatient rehab treatments in the 1950s, and the courage it takes to confront difficult truths.Debbie reflects the importance of storytelling in healing, and the generational

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00:28:56

NAN: Peggy Rew

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2025/09/24

Cassidy Carson and JT Hume welcome poet, animal advocate, and ghostwriter Peggy Rew to the Nevada Author Network. Peggy discussed her multifaceted and prolific lifestyle as a talented wordsmith, her experiences in ghostwriting, and her mission to advocate for dogs through her writing.They discuss the nuances of being a ghostwriter versus a co-writer, the importance of understanding canine communication, and Peggy's future writing projects, including a series about pets who lived at lighthouses

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00:46:02

A Sheriff in Nevada: Corona

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

2025/09/21

Hello from the Carson City, Nevada Headquarters for the 2025 Race to Wrigley! Today’s podcast had more than the usual amount of caffeine and endorphins. As usual, we opened our award-winning podcast with current events and where we are in our respective books, and we talked about our upcoming appearances:October 11, 2025 – All Day: Sierra Arts Foundation Bookfest, Sparks, Nevada.October 18, 2025 – All Day: Mark Twain Days, 449 W King St, Carson City, Nevada.November 1, 2025 – All Day: Nevada Day,

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00:49:55

John Glionna

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2025/09/14

John Glionna, a former LA Times correspondent, shares insights from his career as a journalist and author with Cassidy Carson and JT Hume from the "CC & JT Amateur Hour". He discusses his book "Rebels and Outliers: Real Stories of the American West," which features real stories from the American West, emphasizing themes of resilience and community.Glionna reflects on his writing style, influenced by literary greats, and the challenges of capturing depth in storytelling. He

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00:35:33

"That is Life."

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

2025/09/07

In today’s episode of our award-winning podcast, we discuss our emotional and financial investments in our independent writing and publishing careers (high level), and the results of our energy (low to non-existent). It's hard to spend thousands of hours to write, edit, and publish a book, only to drop it into the vast nothingness called "sales." We talk about this emotional hurdle along with our plans to circumvent it.+++In an obvious attempt to get you to read my books, I've

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00:23:13

NAN Jade Griffin

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2025/09/03

For the Nevada Author Network, we interview Jade Griffin who explores the intricacies of her writing processes, the challenges of marketing, and the personal experiences that shape an author's journey.Jade shares insights into her creative process, her inspirations, and the importance of community in the literary world. The discussion also touches on the balance between writing and personal life, as well as the joys and struggles of being a author. She acknowledges that writing is a solitary

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00:26:09

Angela Laverghetta

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2025/08/31

"The CC & JT Amateur Hour" welcomes northern Nevada author Angela Laverghetta who shares her journey into writing modern and historical fantasy. She discusses her books, the influence of Arthurian legend on her work and how she blended it with Carson City landmarks, and her experiences with self-publishing and marketing.The conversation delves into the challenges of book cover design, the lessons she learned from her mother about presentation at book events, and personal experiences that have

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00:20:27

NAN: Gavin Black

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2025/08/27

In this episode of the Nevada Author Network, we interview author Gavin Black who shares his journey from a sickly child to a successful writer and, just maybe, a Hollywood success story.Gavin discusses the influence of science fiction on his writing, his novel “The Friend Exchange,” and the transition from prose to screenwriting. He also touches on personal experiences with family and Alzheimer's, and shares insights on the writing process and the importance of storytelling. He shares important

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00:44:05

Fear of Success

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

2025/08/24

In today's episode of our award-winning podcast, we discuss our experiences as independent authors, focusing on the challenges of book marketing, the fear of success, and the psychological factors that influence our writing journey.We share our personal stories about being recognized in public, the pressures of visibility, and the importance of finding a balance between comfort and ambition. Our conversation also touches on strategies for overcoming the fear of success, and the significance of

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00:24:21

Anthony Addis

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2025/08/17

In this episode of the “CC and JT Amateur Hour,” we interview British writer and teacher Anthony Addis. He discusses his experiences living and teaching internationally, his writing journey, and the inspirations behind his novels.Anthony shares insights into his creative process, the challenges he faces as a writer, and the impact of personal experiences on his storytelling. He also offers advice for aspiring writers and reflects on the significance of travel and childhood experiences in shaping his

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00:13:39

NAN: JT Hume

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

2025/08/13

In this episode of the Nevada Author Network, Cassidy Carson interviews J.T. Hume, author and Air Force veteran. They discuss Hume's background, his writing journey, and the importance of crafting strong female characters.Hume shares insights into his genre preferences, particularly his love for sci-fi and the authenticity of rural Nevada in his writing. The conversation also touches on Hume's future projects and his philosophy on writing, emphasizing the passion and dedication required to tell

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