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PODCAST

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin

I love three things in life. Baseball (the Red Sox), books (mostly mystery), and banter! I love to chat. Come join my foray into the podcasting world.

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49:58

Special Guest: Nannette Potter

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/10/28

Welcome back to thriller writer Nannette Potter! The second book in her "Blade" Broussard series is out now. We talk research, writing a thriller, travel, and how to caputre the essence of a closed society (North Korea). A little bit of everything! Check out the amazing animated book cover on her website: https://www.nannettepotter.com/ Plus, my episodic reminder to Diet Coke to sponsor me, the state of Boston sports, the World Series, and of course book recommendations! Plus, shout out to WBZ

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51:58

Special Guest: Erica Miner

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/10/12

Well, the Red Sox season ended, but hockey season has started with bang! Join me as I discuss Opera, theatre, and the politics of a backstage life with author Erica Miner. So much good information in this discussion. Also, things I'm obsessed with...Diet Coke, my diet coke ghost shirt, 7th Inning Candles on Etsy, and the hopefully Mariners vs. Brewers WS! Find Erica: https://www.ericaminer.com/ Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social

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50:01

Special Guest: Adrian Andover

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/09/01

Meet the newest cozy myster writer on the block! Adrian Andover's debut cozy, WHISKEY BUSINESS, is out this month. We talk the coziness of it all, family, community, author routines, and even give the people a Pennsylvania geography lesson. Plus, book recommendations, things I'm obsessed with, and some good natured Pirates/Red Sox smack talk (not really). Find Adrian: https://www.adrianandover.com/ Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social

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46:29

Special Guest: Denise Latham

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/08/24

Welcome local author and Plymouth resident Denise Latham to the podcast! So many great tips on writing while busy and how she keeps her ideas fresh! Also, my obsession with Diet Coke, the Red Sox, and historical mysteries! Find Denise: https://www.deniselatham.com/ Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn https://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleasselin38 Nicole's Starting Lineup: https://www.facebook.com/groups/705169159907300/ Support

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44:44

Special Guest: Michael Carini

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/08/08

Join me as I chat with local celebrity Michael Carini about his YA adult series featuring historical objects. If you like National Treasure and Indiana Jones this series is for you! Book two is coming, but you can pick up book one now! Also, he shows some super cool baseball cards from his collection and we talk presidential history! Also, things I'm obsessed with including my new hat from BeltaPrint, Tiktok Shop, and book recommendations! Find Michael at

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43:30

Special Guest: Elise Hart Kipness

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/08/02

Welcome back to favorite Elise Hart Kipness! Her Kate Green series is one of my favorites, and the newest one is set to be released Aug 19, set in the dramatic world of US Open Tennis! We talk about everything from thriller writing, found writing family, book tours, and even labradoodles. Also, her first two books are on KU right now! Also, things I'm obsesssed with including the Tour de France, BBC's Bargain Hunt, and Sour Patch Kid Watermelon candies. Find Elise here (and see her on her book

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47:42

Special Guest: Sharon Healy-Yang

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/07/20

Returning guest Sharon Healy-Yang discusses re-releasing her series, editing old stories, the freedom of writing with age, and of course the love of witty, snappy dialogue! Plus, things I'm obsessed with. Mainly my Svaha.com dresses. Always. Come for the book recommendations, stay for the publishing advice! (With special shout outs to Jenny Adams and Kelly Oliver). Find Sharon: https://sharonhealyyang.com/ Find me: www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social

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48:21

Special Guest: The Baseball Book Club

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/07/13

I love talking baseball. I love talking with people who love talking baseball. John and Leroy from "The Baseball Book Club" podcast are two such individuals. A wide-ranging discussion that includes ownership woes, rivalries, nostalgia, history, and baseball cards. Hot takes allowed, but cold takes are also allowed. Find their podcast here: The Baseball Book Club Podcast Facebook: The Baseball Book Club Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social

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52:57

Special Guest: Mary Seifert

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/07/07

Returning guest Mary Seifert joins me to talk about the 10th (!) book in her series. AIRPLANES, ATLANTA, AND AN ASSASSIAN is the next in the Katie and Maverick mystery series. We talk series, publishing, baseball, and research. Plus, book recommendations, upcoming events, and the furture of the series! Find Mary: https://maryseifertauthor.com/ Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn https://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleasselin38

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47:06

Special Guest: Jule Selbo

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/06/22

Today's special guest is the amazing Jule Selbo. Author of the Dee Rommel mysteries, she is a former script writer in Hollywood, current playwright, professor, and novelist! She is also one of my earliest publishing siblings. We talk about her journey, the differences between the skills, and the future of Dee! Also, my Raffy Devers thoughts/feelings, things I'm obsessed with, and book recommendations! Plus, my summer book sale is live! Books 1 & 2 for $25, email me for info! Find Jule:

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49:49

Special Guest: Kate Michaelson

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/06/08

Welcome back to the podcast! Starting season 4 off with a great interview with relatively new author Kate Michaelson! Her debut novel, HIDDEN ROOMS, was released in April 2024 with a sequel coming soon (also possible standalone!)! We talk the importance of having supportive family, great beta readers, and why technical writers make the best mystery writers! Find her: https://katemichaelsonwriter.com/ Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social

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47:11

Special Guest: Zak Ford

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/05/04

Welcome to the Season 3 season finale! Sometimes Facebook uses it's forces for good. A friend posted about a book event with Zak Ford, who recently published a book on getting called up to the Major Leagues. Fittingly titled, "Called Up" Full of stories about MLB lifers, players who stopped for a cup of coffee in the bigs, and some who may have only been called up a few times without impact. We talk all things divided loyalty in baseball, favorite moments, and harmless pranks. Plus, Malice Domestic

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44:01

Special Guest: George Cramer

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/04/07

Take a listen to the latest podcast with guest George Cramer! We discuss his journey, the Navy, life as a private investigator, and interviewing/interrogation. Stay tuned for the end of the interview for a special treat! With a guest appearance by FERN! Also, Things I'm obsessed with including the #CrimeWritersforTransRights results, Have I Got News for You on CNN, and the newest bookstore on the South Shore, Mother Crewe Books, Bake-house, and Brews Find George: https://gdcramer.com/ Find Me:

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51:38

Special Guest: Debra H. Goldstein

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/03/29

Join me as I chat with "triple threat" Debra Goldstein about writing novels, writing short stories, and the transition from law to writing! Plus, an adorable story about how she met her husband and became a southern lady! Also, things I'm obsessed with including S Beauty Spa in Braintree, a new bookstore in Norwood (Books and Bulldogs), and the Crime Writers for Trans Rights auction I'm taking part in! Bid from now until April 1st at https://www.32auctions.com/writers4transrights?r=1&t=all Find

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49:51

Special Guest: Elizabeth "Beth" DeWolfe

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/03/23

Since reading Elizabeth DeWolfe's upcoming book Alias Agnes, I'm obsessed with these women forgotten by history. Join us as we talk how to find these stories, writing while working as a full time professor, the importance of Dairy Queen napkins, and our mutual friend/author Edith Maxwell! Find Elizabeth DeWolfe: https://www.elizabethdewolfe.com/ Find me: www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn

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48:29

Special Guest: Elizabeth Crowens

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/03/10

This was such a fun discussion! Elizabeth Crowen's newest book is out now! Join us as we talk about panels, conventions, learning new things, and honoring old friends. Also, book recommendations, things I'm obsessed with, and my super hot sports takes! All while I'm hopped up on cold medicine! You don't want to miss it! Find Elizabeth: https://www.elizabethcrowens.com/ Find me: www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn

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49:51

Special Guest: Connie Berry

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/02/16

Lucky number 13! Join me as I chat with the awesome Connie Berry. Author of the Kate Hamilton mysteries, president of the GUPPIES, and traveller. The links between history and writing, character, and setting all topics that we discuss. Plus, things I'm obsessed with and book recommendations! Find Connie Berry https://connieberry.com/ www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn https://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleasselin38 Nicole's Starting

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47:52

Special Guest: Christine Knapp

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/02/09

Come meet fellow South Shore author Christine Knapp. We talk about a lot of things including, nursing/midwifery, writing groups, publishing, and even a little hit of 2004 Red Sox memories. I did forget to talk about my book recommendations this week, but just know I'm reading a lot! Find Christine at https://www.thoughtfulmidwife.com/ Find me: www.nicoleasselinwriter.com https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleasselin.bsky.social www.instagram.com/nanazlyn https://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleasselin38 Nicole's

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48:28

Special Guest: Jennifer Chow

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/01/26

Back with a fresh episode featuring the delightful (and Left Coast Crime nominee) Jennifer Chow! We talk about her journey, the differences between indie and traditional publishing, and family. Plus, so much more! And buy her newest release in the Magical Fortune Cookie Mysteries, STAR CROSSED EGG TARTS! Plus, things I'm obsessed with...Modern Millie dress store in Salem, Alex Warren's new song, and the PEM's clarvoiant exhibit (through 2/2) Find Jennifer here: https://jenniferjchow.com/ Find me

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45:21

Special Guest: Lynn Slaughter

Baseball, Books, and Banter: A Podcast by Nicole Asselin ·

2025/01/19

Join my guest Lynn Slaughter to discuss writing for Young Adults, Sociolgy, and dance! I loved learning about how dance influenced her life and her new career as an author! Also, we dive into short stories, writing for adults vs. teens, and how football is sort of a performing art. Find Lynn on socials and at her website: https://lynnslaughter.com/ also, if you have orders for minature book art, shoot me an email or see my Kofi! Find me! www.nicoleasselinwriter.com

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