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Emerging Form

Christie Aschwanden
Creative Process
Trust
Writing
Creativity
Tragic Gap
Poetry
Climate Change
Year 2023
Love
Book Writing
The Moon
Depression
Goodnight Moonshine
Music
Integration In Schools
Podcast Production
Failure
Empathy
Neuroscience
Uncertainty

Emerging Form is a podcast about the creative process in which a journalist (Christie Aschwanden) and a poet (Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer) discuss creative conundrums over wine. Each episode concludes with a game of two questions in which a guest joins in to help answer questions about the week's topic. Season one guests include poets, novelists, journalists, a song writer, a circus performer, a ske... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Kelson
Mexican-American educator and author
Author of Not The Killing Kind
Episode: Episode 146: Maria Kelson on Switching Genres
Starre Vartan
Science writer and author of 'The Stronger Sex'
Episode: Episode 145: Starre Vartan on What it Really Means to Be Strong
Shelley Read
Author of 'Go as a River' and international bestseller
Episode: Episode 143: Shelley Read on Becoming a Novelist in Midlife
Bonnie Tsui
Longtime contributor to the New York Times and author of On Muscle.
Episode: Episode 142: Bonnie Tsui on Finding the Right Container to Tell a Story
Jennie Erin Smith
Author of Valley of Forgetting and regular contributor to major publications.
The New York Times
Episode: Episode 141: Jennie Erin Smith on Exploring the Marathon Project
Lisa S. Gardiner
Freelance writer, geoscientist, and educator
Episode: Episode 140: Lisa S. Gardiner on Learning From the Past
Adam Becker
Science journalist and author
Author of More Everything Forever
Episode: Episode 139: Adam Becker on Why Doubt is a Strength
Bil Lepp
Award-winning storyteller, author, and recording artist
Host of the History Channel's Man vs. History
Episode: Episode 138 Bonus: Bil Lepp on Repsonding to an Audience in Real Time
Andrea Barrett
Author known for her works such as Ship Fever and recipient of the National Book Award.
Episode: Episode 137: Andrea Barrett on Accepting the Process

Hosts

Christie Aschwanden
Co-host and science writer
Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
Co-host and poet

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Thoughtful and inspiring

    I’m so happy to have discovered this podcast! The beautiful interview with Laura Pritchett is what drew me in. I am looking forward to making this podcast part of my walks in nature! There’s such a peaceful, reflective, honest vibe to it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura from Colorado
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love!

    I love this podcast so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    llpabq
    United Statesa year ago
  • Shop talk

    I could listen to these two talk about the creative process all day. Oh wait, I just did.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    altared spaces
    United Statesa year ago
  • Illuminates the Creative Process

    A wonderful podcast that explores the creative process from many facets, especially the trust we need to let the work lead us. Rosemerry & Christie and their guests thoughtfully converse from experience on topics like the magic, elation, anxiety, doubt, and everything that creating a work of art, or living a creative life brings with it. Illuminating whatever your discipline

    - musicians, visual artists, dancers, as well as writers will all find wisdom and affirmation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cozmic777
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always engaging

    This podcast offer so much for the creative in all of us and not just on writing but on living and sharing. The way they explore the creative process has given me so much. I leave every episode with something to think about, explore or try. Wonderful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    san juan sister
    United States2 years ago

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The discussions resonate strongly with artists and writers, offering valuable insights and motivation for personal creative endeavors.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and inspiring conversations, often highlighting the meaningful engagement with the creative process.
The chemistry between the hosts is noted as delightful, fostering a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Many find the guest selection enriching, providing diverse perspectives on creativity.

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Episode 142: Bonnie Tsui on Finding the Right Container to Tell a Story
Q: What did this book, writing this book teach you about your own creative process?
It taught me to follow my curiosity and find joy in storytelling.
Episode 142: Bonnie Tsui on Finding the Right Container to Tell a Story
Q: Did this book bring you closer to your dad?
He doesn't actually read my work, which presents its own complexities.
Episode 142: Bonnie Tsui on Finding the Right Container to Tell a Story
Q: For those people who haven't yet read On Muscle, would you please tell us a little bit more about your new book?
It's a celebration of musculature that connects personal stories with science and culture.
Episode 143: Shelley Read on Becoming a Novelist in Midlife
Q: Does it make the second novel harder?
Yes, it does, as I try to navigate writing in the margins of my life amidst the attention from the first book, but I am planning to focus more deeply on my new book soon.
Episode 143: Shelley Read on Becoming a Novelist in Midlife
Q: Can you just talk a little bit about that, about first novels and sort of the genesis of this?
The genesis of the novel was about 13 years of work while I was balancing teaching and family, and it started with the character of Victoria Nash who insisted that I tell her story.

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Focusing on the intricacies of the creative process, this podcast brings together a journalist and a poet to explore various facets of creativity. Through thoughtful discussions often accompanied by wine, the hosts delve into topics such as self-promotion, personal narratives, and the joys and challenges of artistic expression. Each episode features a special guest who contributes to the conversation, enriching the exploration of creative conundrums. The range of guests—from authors and poets to performers—adds depth and diversity, making it a unique space for insights on creativity across disciplines.

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Recent guests on Emerging Form include:

1. Maria Kelson
2. Starre Vartan
3. Shelley Read
4. Bonnie Tsui
5. Jennie Erin Smith
6. Lisa S. Gardiner
7. Adam Becker
8. Bil Lepp

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