エピソード

  • Episode 12 - I Did It Different’

    Episode 12 - I Did It Different’
    2023/03/23
    We begin with a zebra-crossing incident; one that made wonder what visitors to Amsterdam think of our traffic style. Then we look at some of the changes made in my approach to writing — changes that ultimately led to the publication of my first novel.
    続きを読む 一部表示
    20 分
  • Episode 11 - My Kind Of Storytelling

    Episode 11 - My Kind Of Storytelling
    2023/03/22

    Graffiti Bridge in 2007
    続きを読む 一部表示
    17 分
  • Episode 10 – Rejection, Rejection, Then Finally...

    Episode 10 – Rejection, Rejection, Then Finally...
    2023/03/07
    We ease into today’s episode with a reminder of how experience can keep you out of trouble. Then, we turn our attention towards rejection (also known as ‘the confidence crusher’, ‘the ego emasculator’, ‘soul incinerator’ or ‘the big R’). It’s a very familiar subject to anyone who has tried to get onto an agent’s list or have publisher take an interest in their work.
    続きを読む 一部表示
    24 分
  • Episode 9 – The Wrestling Match

    Episode 9 – The Wrestling Match
    2023/03/06
    We start the episode with a visit to an old favourite spot and the curious ritual I discovered on my return. Then, we have a look at why it’s been impossible to podcast for the last few months…
    続きを読む 一部表示
    10 分
  • Episode 8 - In The Zone

    Episode 8 - In The Zone
    2022/11/15
    Two and a half weeks of writing — the act, and not the content — is the reason for this episode. You know the one where you become so involved in whatever it is you are doing, everything else disappears, the door to the zone opens wide… that’s where we’re headed today. This episode begins with a fragment of two passing cyclists’ conversation; the topic is whether one of them went through a red traffic light, and a few words about tourists confused by Amsterdam traffic behaviour. Next, we have a look at some of the effects getting ‘in the zone’ has on writing. It is, as you know, the most beautiful, exciting part of the process. Time warps as you slip into a groove; you build a world and populate it with landscapes, cities, characters…
    続きを読む 一部表示
    17 分
  • Episode 7 - Some Of Them Scenes

    Episode 7 - Some Of Them Scenes
    2022/10/26
    The last episode reminded me (as if that was really necessary) how important observation is to my storytelling. With that in mind, we take the time to visit a few of the scenes I remember from the recent and distant past. The billowing coat from a cartoon-like character; getting lost in thoughts generated by fallen autumn leaves; a post office worker with a phenomenal form-stamping action; a grown man battling with kids for free goodies; rejoicing Ajax supporters’ celebrations; a father climbing a tree with his kids. You can hear all about that, and more, in this episode.
    続きを読む 一部表示
    27 分
  • Episode 6 - Where Do They Come From?

    Episode 6 - Where Do They Come From?
    2022/10/19

    Episode extra: Why I Simply Couldn’t
    続きを読む 一部表示
    21 分
  • Episode 5 - Preparation and Rituals

    Episode 5 - Preparation and Rituals
    2022/10/12
    Coffee in the right mug, the writing pad angle shuffle, the “Am I standing in the right place?” all get a look in. And let’s not forget the “Hey! What’s that over there?” or the “Might be time for a walk.” Given there’s nothing unusual about the combination of writer and ritual, why not an episode about just that?
    続きを読む 一部表示
    18 分