Rise Literary is taking its writing off the page with the launch of Write Now, an impactful podcast exploring the power of storytelling in disrupting the status quo, enacting real change, and sharing how the craft of writing can change the cultural conversation. The podcast invites listeners into deep, real conversations about the creative journey, featuring the fiercest minds in literature, publishing, and the creative arts to explore how and why they fight the good fight, through their w...
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Episode List

Romance Awaits You in Paris with Dufflyn Lammers

Mar 19th, 2026 10:00 AM

On this week’s episode, Publisher and CEO Kristen McGuiness sits down with author and Paris-based love coach Dufflyn Lammers to explore her journey as a creative and coach. They dive into the world of writing, love, and creativity, and learn about her upcoming book, You Had Me at Bonjour, Story Magic Paris, and the RiseEA publishing experience for Dufflyn’s memoir.

Matriarchal Design and Storytelling with Vyana Novus

Mar 13th, 2026 5:01 PM

In this episode, Chief Creative Officer, ⁠Vyana Novus, sits down to reveal how embracing matriarchal design can transform your creative practice and deeply connect you to your audience. If you are looking to unlock the secret to storytelling that leaves a lasting legacy, this is the episode for you!

Be Bold, Be Magical with Michelle Garside

Mar 5th, 2026 8:00 PM

In this episode, Chief Marketing Officer Lauren Porté Schwarzfeld sits down with brand architect and debut author Michelle Garside to discuss the magic of making bold moves while writing and promoting your book. If you want some guidance as to how to create an experience that brings your book to life and lights you up, this is the episode for you!

We're Back and More Heated Than Ever with Kristen and Raya

Feb 26th, 2026 10:00 AM

We wanted to come back with a bang, and what better way than to spend almost an hour talking about everyone’s favorite gay hockey show, Heated Rivalry! On this special season two premiere episode, Kristen and Raya (the resident Gen X/Gen Z duo) flex their PhDs in HR by deep-diving into the storyline, the minute details, and the theories that make the show so compelling. With the addition of the audio from their favorite Heated Rivalry edit, if you’re a fan of Shane and Ilya, this is the episode for you.

Season One Wrap with Kristen McGuiness

Dec 19th, 2025 2:00 AM

On this season finale episode, Publisher and CEO Kristen McGuiness sits down and reflects on the year Rise Literary and Write the Good Fight has had. She teases what’s to come and all you can expect in the coming year. If you want some insider information, this is the episode for you!

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