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Garrett K. Jones
Season 4 features host Garrett K. Jones honors his grandmother’s memory by sharing anecdotes about his childhood and adult experiences before her passing in December 2020.
In the Season 5 finale, host Garrett K. Jones shares what he recalls of what went into the settlement of his divorce, both the expenses and the costs. Connect with Garrett through Instagram and X (@gkj_publishing) or on https://www.youtube.com/c/gkjpublishing.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones discusses the waiting interim that took place as the special counselor hired by his ex-wife prepared a report based on all of the evaluation sessions for which he was hired to do and how that impacted the final court appointment in Mid-December 2021. Connect with Garrett through Instagram and X (@gkj_publishing) or on YouTube (@GKJPublishing).--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones reflects back on the limbo interim waiting for instruction on how to participate with the special counselor hired by his ex-wife and the experience he had during the actual counseling sessions. Connect with Garrett on Instagram and X (@gkj_publish8ng) or on YouTube (@GKJPublishing).--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones shares the next steps of what happened in the legal process of his divorce - the custody mediation and the next court check-in - and the consequences of what was unfolding.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones recalls the first court appointment during his divorce and the thoughts rolling through his mind, and how prayer and truth helped him get through the anxiety of that day. Connect with Garrett on Instagram and X - @gkj_publishing - or on YouTube (@GKJPublishing).--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones shares the initial legal steps taken in the divorce process and how it ties back to the Jezebel spirit. Connect with Garrett on Instagram and X: @gkj_publishing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones provides encouragement on making sure you have a solid group of friends to help you through the difficulty of divorce and keep you encouraged through those challenging times. Connect with Garret via Instagram and X @gkj_publishing or on YouTube @gkjpublishing.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones provides listeners with a discussion on why it is crucial that a husband leads his family and the damage that can occur when he fails to lead well or has his leadership stripped from him and given to someone else by his wife. Connect with Garrett on Instagram & X: @gkj_publishing | YouTube: @GKJPublishing--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones discusses what he describes as the five human emotions - Joy, Sorrow, Anger, Fear, & Revenge - and how they can negatively impact a marriage relationship, sharing how they impacted his own marriage. Connect with Garrett through Instagram & X @gkj_publishing or on YouTube @GKJPublishing. If you’d like to help donate to the podcast, you can reach out via email: gkjpublishing@gmail.com.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones discusses what happens and what it can look like when communication in a marriage breaks down, and the steps that can be taken to resolve that broken connection while providing insight from his experiences. Connect with Garrett on Instagram & X: @gkj_publishing, and if you’re interested in supporting the podcast, head over to https://patreon.com/gkjpublishing for different support tiers.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Join host Garrett K. Jones as he ironically discusses the topic of love in marriage on the day before Valentine’s Day 2024. Connect with the host through Instagram and X: @gkj_publishing. And feel free to leave voice messages through Anchor/Spotify.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
In this episode, host Garrett K. Jones explores how commitment fits into a marriage relationship while sharing how a lack of prioritization can kill a marriage. Connect with the host via social media on Instagram & X: @gkj_publishing.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones spends time discussing the importance of compatibility to a marriage relationship, and the necessity of being equally yoked.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
Host Garrett K. Jones continues to share his journey through the divorce landscape by sharing his experiences with the five stages of grief.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
In the Season 5 opener, host Garrett K. Jones shares the vulnerability, hurt, and fear he experienced on the day his ex-wife told him she was leaving, and the lesson he pulled from that initial experience in dealing with divorce.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gkjpublishing/message
In which host Garrett K. Jones closes out the season finale by talking about the importance of being a care provider and the legacy that his grandmother left behind.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones talks about the most important lesson he learned from his grandmother’s personal faith journey.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones discusses his memories of driving his grandmother to her various appointments and activities.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones condenses three episodes into one and getting back in track with the podcast release schedule. This episode also features references to “Alien” (1979), “Predator” (1987), and the “Star Wars” franchise.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones talks about the tall tales and exaggerations his grandmother shared with her family and the inherent lessons that he didn’t know were there.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones continues to honor his grandmother’s memory by sharing the lessons he learned about helping take care of Nonna’s cabin in the mountains of Central California.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones shares about the many dishes Nonna made that created fond, life-changing memories for everyone sitting at her table... from the Lasagna to the Tiramisu, the dishes may not be traditional, but they instilled a strong tradition in her family.
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In which host Garrett K Jones talks about the first time he learned about discipline from his grandmother and why it’s never a good idea to cuss in front of Nonna.
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In which host Garrett K. Jones continues honoring his grandmother’s life by discussing her love for fishing; Garrett is joined by his cousin Nathan Mills.
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In the Season 4 opener host Garrett K. Jones begins a series of of episodes honoring the passing of his Grandmother, the woman he and his family affectionately called Nonna.
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Garrett K. Jones sits down to have a great conversation with English authors Luke Partridge and Markus McKinley about the writing processes. You can find Luke on Instagram: @luke_partridge_writer, and you can find Markus on Instagram: @ookamikori13.
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This episode features a dynamic piece of poetry by Billy J. Barnum, a direct descendant of P.T. Barnum, the Greatest Showman himself. “Move Over Shakespeare” can be found through most major book retailers including Amazon: https://amzn.to/2GzX5gm
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This episode features an excerpt from the award-winning indie thriller “The Circle” by Stephen J. Galgon. You can find this move on Amazon in paperback and Kindle or you can order it directly from the author by going to www.mjepublishing.com. You can follow Stephen on Instagram @thecircleisreal.
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A man is haunted by an event from his past, the tragic and mysterious disappearance of the young woman he loved. Luke Partridge returns with yet another enthralling piece of flash fiction... you can follow him on Instagram @luke_partridge_writer
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For nearly a year a brutal and methodical killer has plagued the police and the FBI until a mistake Is made that cracks the case wide open. Written by Kay Griffin Peterson (@KayGriffinPete1 on Twitter).
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In which Author and Podcast host Garrett K. Jones shares a piece of original poetry focused on his memories of living in Japan
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Mental health - while often considered a sore or taboo topic - is incredible important. It is necessary to have these conversations because they are literally life saving. You can also get an additional interview with Tanya from Season 2, Episode 7. Tanya’s work can be found on Instagram: @tizzymiller.
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Two boys are hunted by a horrific creature, but nothing is more horrifying that what the creature turns out to be. The author can be contacted through social media: Facebook.com/markusmckinley.
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Theodore Winfrey recalls the unique events he experienced with Lord Mason Arundel which led him into a state of hopelessness. A short story written by Antonio Martinez. IG: @crawdaddoh.
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Drew experiences a once-in-a-lifetime voyage through the cosmos and encounters an entity that feels too good to be true... or is it really all in his head? This episode features a short story written as part of a larger body of work by Harrison Giannola. IG: @granolalagann
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The end of time has come and the narrator find themselves looking out over a field in the “afterlife”, contemplating the reason for what they are seeing. The looming gravestones have the answers to the questions the narrator is searching for. Connect with Luke in Instagram: @luke_partridge_writer
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An abbreviated short story about bullying in schools. Bianca commits suicide after years of rampant bullying in school go unaddressed. Told from the perspective of her best friend, the narrator explores ideas of regret, indifference, and denial as ponders conflicted feelings about one of Bianca’s bullies. Connect with the author on Twitter: @denaelerian
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In the Season 3 opener, indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones shares a cyberpunk/Sci-Fi short story he’s been developing.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones spends the season 2 finale breaking down how to formulate an escape plan for getting out of the prison of the Comfort Zone
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down Chuck Wendig’s six signs it’s time to quit writing and Project Manager Writer’s five reasons to not quit writing. Wendig Article: http://terribleminds.com/ramble/2011/06/08/six-signs-its-high-time-to-give-up-writing/. Five reasons article: https://projectmanagerwriter.com/writing/5-reasons-not-quit-writing/
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down why writers often quit and which common behaviors writers need to quit to be successful. Higher Perspectives article: https://www.higherperspectives.com/five-things-quit-right-now-2645293727.html
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones holds a a special interview with film maker Joshua Cordeiro about his recent book and how he used it to help him heal after the loss of his wife.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones delves a second time into the critical reception authors often face by looking at the point and purpose of negative/critical reviews. Goins’ Article: https://goinswriter.com/gift-criticism/. Eric’s site: www.ericgilbertwilliams.com
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones discusses how writers can, do, and should respond Praise, Constructive Criticism, and Negative Feedback. Eric’s site: www.ericgilbertwilliams.com
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones interviews local Hanford creator Tanya “Tizzy” Miller about her art installation that took place on Friday, January 17, 2020 focusing on the impact of unresolved mental health concerns, substance abuse, and suicide.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones provides an overview of some of those internal and external barriers that can get in the way of being effective writers.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down what happens when you embrace fear and leave the comfort zone, learn, and inevitably grow.
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In which in the author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down exactly how learning and improving yourself destroys fear when starting a new endeavor.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones explains the Fear Zone, what it feels like, its purpose, its effects, and how to embrace it without giving up.
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In which indie fantasy author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down what our Comfort Zones look like and six reasons why need to break out of them.
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In which indie fantasy author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones gives an overview of what he’s going to be discussing through the course of Season 2.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones rambles in about copyedits, line edits, and proofreading to conclude the first season of Creator’s Corner.
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In which independent author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones provides an overview on substantive edits and some key factors/questions to consider while beginning this phase of editing.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones provides context about the initial steps writers need to take when it comes to editing their work. Special thanks to Zeno Crespo for his thoughts on the subject.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones begins breaking down every writer’s favorite topic: showing versus telling.
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In which indie author and vlogger breaks down the importance of dialogue to the character development while providing a few key points to apply when writing dialogue as well as resources to hone your craft at writing dialogue. Celtx: www.celtx.com
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones discusses what does and does not make for a good writing environment. Also featured is a soundbite from fellow fantasy author John Harrison.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones breaks down the flip side of the causality coin by discussing how free will impacts character decisions, investing in your characters, and the dreaded impostor syndrome.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones discusses how causality (cause and effect) is at the center of writing narrative... it gets a little philosophical in this joint, but it’s all good.
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In which independent author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones describes some suggestions for how to go about starting the story... everybody worries about the opening line, does it really have to be as perfect as we think it does? Thanks to JC Paulo for the soundbite.
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In which indie author and vlogger Garrett K. Jones continues the “Writing is...” series by breaking which seeds - deciding what kind of story/genre and tropes - they want to write. Forcing it doesn’t work.
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In which independent author Garrett K. Jones discusses all the components that need to be in place within the body of the Writing Monster before you can put meat on the bones. YouTube: GKJ Publishing
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In which indie author Garrett K. Jones discusses the importance of spending time planning out some elements of your story before moving into the writing (planting) phase. YouTube: GKJ Publishing.
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In the first title launch of Creator’s Corner, indie author Garrett K. Jones dispels some of the misconceptions about what it means to be a writer while explaining just how much work goes into being a writer and creating content. All podcasts are associated with the Vlog of the Five Kingdoms (GKJ Publishing on YouTube)... Follow Joshua Lee Ronin on Twitch: twitch.tv/joshualeeronin. Send soundbite responses to gkjpublishing@gmail.com
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A brief description of what to look forward to in Season 4.
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