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Basically BOMA 18: Writing Advice with Cathy Kelly

In this BOMA, Cathy Kelly offers some advice for writers aiming to get their first book published, from how to approach your first book to approaching publishers. 


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87: What’s the Story with Ukraine, Tom?

This episode includes graphic descriptions of warfare and may be triggering for some listeners.
This week, Stefanie speaks with Dr. Tom Clonan, a journalist, s...
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86: What’s the Story with the Fawn Response, Katie?

This week, Stefanie speaks with accredited psychotherapist Katie McKenna. Katie explains how “the fawn response” manifests in children and adults in both helpful and...
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85: What’s the Story with Grieving, Liz?

This episode focuses on grief and loss and may be triggering for some listeners.

This week, Stefanie speaks with Liz Gleeson, a psychotherapist and educato...
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84: How Do We Talk About Suicide, Mark?

This episode focuses on suicide and may be triggering for some listeners. You can find a list of supports Read More →

83: What’s the Story with Binge Eating Disorder, Tara?

This episode discusses eating disorders, in particular binge eating disorder and may be difficult for some listeners. If you are in need of support you can find more...
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Stefanie Preissner

A Munich-born but Mallow-raised podcaster. Stefanie is the creator of hit comedy-drama series Can’t Cope, Won’t Cope. Her first book, Why Can’t Everything Just Stay the Same? was an Irish bestseller and nominated for an Irish Book Award.