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✨ Deep dives into writing, creativity & life 🎙️Host @nadinematheson.com 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday 📬 Subscribe, like, follow and share! 🎧 linktr.ee/ConversationwithNadineMat…

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Abir Mukherjee talks honestly about what it means to be an author of colour in a publishing industry that still doesn't always understand its writers, how to market them, or what it actually has on its list. Our full conversation is available now
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Tomorrow on The Conversation: Coffee Break, investigative journalist Cheyenne Roundtree joins me to talk about Bad Boy for Life: Inside the Diddy Trial. Nearly three years of reporting, from breaking the first Rolling Stone investigation to all six weeks of the trial. ☕
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
You’re always learning something new as a writer. It doesn’t matter how many books you’ve written. My full conversation with Abir Mukherjee is available now. We talk about his journey from finance to crime fiction and what he learned whilst writing his award-winning book Hunted. Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Abir Mukherjee joins me on The Conversation tomorrow to talk about his second career as a writer after 20 years in finance, book awards and what he learnt from writing his first standalone, Hunted 🎧
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Ruth and I discussed female criminals. My take? Some of the women I’ve come across are more precise and more calculating. The premeditation is always there. Ruth’s interest lies elsewhere: the women who stay, who stand by their partners through the most horrific crimes.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A new episode of The Conversation arrives today and my guest is author, director and tech entrepreneur Ajay Chowdhury. We’re talking about his new book ‘Eden Falls’ and so much more
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What would make you delete 70,000 words of your book? 😳 Find out in my chat with author and filmmaker Adam Simcox as we talk about his time-travel thriller Time Jump which is out now. 🎧 Wherever you get podcasts, or on YouTube. Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
New episode of The Conversation drops tomorrow! 🎙️ i’m joined by author and filmmaker Adam Simcox, talking about his new book Time Jump writing, time travel, and believing in yourself. 📚
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Season 5 of The Conversation is live 🎧 my first guest is bestselling author Lindsay Kelk and we talk about everything. Her journey from editor to author, snobbery in publishing, genre v literary, wrestling and her new book, Hit or Miss. Give it a listen.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Tomorrow: Season 5 of The Conversation launches with Sunday Times bestselling author Lindsey Kelk! 🎉 We talk about her publishing journey and writing under the pseudonym Elle Kelk.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The podcast is on a summer break 😎 but I will be reloading fan favourites throughout the summer. Steve Cavanagh was my final guest of season 4 last week and you can catch up with our conversation now. Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🎙️ Season 4 of The Conversation wraps with my full conversation with Steve Cavanagh talking about his career and his new book ‘One Of Is Guity’. Thank you to everyone who tuned in this season 🎉 Season 5 is coming, but I’ll be reloading Season 4 fan favourites all summer😎, so stick around.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🎧 Tomorrow I’m joined by Sunday Times bestseller Steve Cavanagh for our last episode of Season 4. We’re talking about his writing career, his former life as a lawyer, and his 12th novel, One of Us Is Guilty, out tomorrow. Listen wherever you get podcasts, or watch on YouTube 📺 Link in bio.
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
No Adventures in Publishing-land this week due to Harrogate and holidays, but another multi=episode week for @theconversation.bsky.social, while @narrativedamagerpg.bsky.social breaks down the latest actual play, and @ukpageone.bsky.social kicks off its run of industry episodes
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Tuesday 28 July: The Conversation, Ep. 234 - Temi Oh.

Wednesday 29 July: Coffee Break, with Rishi Dastidar.

Thursday 30 July: Narrative Damage, Damage Assessment: Under a Yellow Moon Breakdown and Debrief.

Thursday 30 July: The Conversation, Ep. 236 - Steve Cavanagh.

Friday 31 July: Page One - The Writer's Podcast, Ep. 278 - Lit Agent Camilla Bolton on how she deals with over 200 queries a week.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🎧 New Coffee Break Conversation: poet Rishi Dastidar @betarish.bsky.social joins me to talk about his collection, Cherry Blossom at NightBreak which is out now. Do you need the perfect place to write? We say no. Listen wherever you get podcasts, or watch on YouTube 📺 Link in bio.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
My full conversation with bestselling author @janecasey.bsky.social is available now wherever you find your podcasts! 🎧 We talk about her publishing journey, her new standalone, Everything She Didn’t Say and Jane shares her non-writing tip for writers. Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Tomorrow: I’m in conversation with @janecasey.bsky.social talking her new book, Everything She Didn’t Say, and her writing journey. Also, we go off on a tangent almost immediately, naturally. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts 📚
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Same person, two jobs. He spent his career as a Detective Chief Superintendent, 100+ homicide cases. To him: a suspect. I was a criminal defence lawyer. To me: a client. We don’t agree on much. But we agree manipulation is the tell, not the alibi. New ep w/ Dr Russell Wate 🎙️ Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
It’s been a busy week on the podcast. Conversations with authors, Jo Morey, Erynne Rivers and today the brilliant Russell Wate. Links in Bio.
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
SEVEN episodes this week, including two from @theconversation.bsky.social, plus shows from @ukpageone.bsky.social, @bingereadingbooks.bsky.social and the first of a two-part Call of Cthulhu actual play from @narrativedamagerpg.bsky.social, recorded at Cymera!
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Scheduled releases:

Monday 13 July: Adventures in Publishing-Land – Cailean Steed Interview | Granta AI Writing Scandal | Nobel Laureate on AI.

Tuesday 14 July: The Conversation – Ep. 228 - Jo Morey.

Thursday 16 July: Narrative Damage – Under a Yellow Moon - Part 1 | Call of Cthulhu Actual Play Recorded at Cymera.

Thursday 16 July: Coffee Break – With Erynne Rivers.

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Scheduled releases:

Thursday 16 July: Speed Binges.

Friday 17 July: The Conversation – Ep. 230 - Russell Waite.

Friday 17 July: Page One - The Writer's Podcast – Ep. 276 - Aki Schilz on Editing with Empathy.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
On Tuesday I hosted a very special live edition of The Conversation — and it did not disappoint. I was joined by Remi Kone, Mel Pennant and Scarlett Brade for a deep dive into crime fiction, Black women at the front of the story, dodgy Google searches, and so much more. Link in bio.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
We’re going LIVE tonight at 7pm on YouTube and Facebook ! 🎙️✨ Join me for a special conversation with crime authors Mel Pennant, Remi Kone & Scarlett Brade. You do NOT want to miss this one. 🔔 Head to my YouTube channel NOW and hit the 🔔 www.youtube.com/live/ltesVgB...
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Adventures in Publishing-land returns! Plus, new episodes from @theconversation.bsky.social and @ukpageone.bsky.social (plus a Page One Extra bonus episode!) Narrative Damage has a week off but will return next week!
A promotional graphic titled "THIS WEEK ON STET podcasts" detailing the lineup for the week of June 15th. The schedule includes four episodes:

Monday 15 June: Adventures in Publishing-land covering falling author incomes, repeating AI names, and "The Readers’ Top 100".

Tuesday 16 June: The Conversation (Ep. 219) featuring Elle McNicoll.

Wednesday 17 June: Page One Extra featuring Craig Robertson & Alexandra Sokoloff on writing together as a married couple.

Friday 19 June: Page One - The Writer's Podcast (Ep. 272) featuring Anna Smith Spark on mythology and comics.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
New episode! 🎙️ My conversation with author, journalist & creative writing lecturer Deepa Anappara is out now. We’re talking AI, her publishing journey, and her new book The Last of Earth. Listen wherever you get podcasts or watch on YouTube. 🔗Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Tomorrow I’ll be in conversation with Deepa Anappara 🎙️✨ Author of the award-winning Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line and her brand new novel The Last of Earth. Deepa joins me to talk about her writing journey, representing diverse narratives in literature, and the role of AI in publishing.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
☕ We’re chatting with David Goodman about his brand new book Solitary Agents which is out TODAY! Spy thriller fans, this one’s for you. 🎉 Listen on your favourite podcast app or watch on YouTube. Like, subscribe & tell a friend! 🎧
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Today I sit down with Felix Mosse former West End actor, script editor, and now debut novelist. We talk about his epic fantasy The Mistral, the leap from acting to writing, and what it really takes to make it through the publishing world, rejection, persistence, and the no.1 bus 🚌 😂.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
New episode of The Conversation is live 🎙️ I’m in conversation with Will Carver. We talk Bad Influence, the real ups and downs of publishing, the dark side of the industry, and the role of AI in writing. No filter. Just an honest conversation about what it really means to be a writer. 🎧 Link in bio
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
A new Adventures in Publishing-land later today, plus some great guests on @theconversation.bsky.social, @narrativedamagerpg.bsky.social and @ukpageone.bsky.social this week!
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Monday 4 May: Adventures in Publishing-land discusses if literacy focus is stealing joy, the launch of TikTok book charts, and the soaring value of "Shy Girl."

Tuesday 5 May: The Conversation (Ep. 209) featuring Kirsty Crawford.

Thursday 6 May: Narrative Damage featuring Kieron Gillen on why GMs make better players.

Thursday 6 May: Coffee Break featuring C.B. Everett.

Friday 7 May: Page One - The Writer's Podcast (Ep. 266) featuring Stephen Fishbach on using reality TV to inspire fiction.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Coffee break with Gavin Bell ☕ We’re talking main character energy & the surprising fact he found writing A Hundred and 38 Main Street, out next Thursday. Pre-order now! 🎧 Wherever you find your podcasts | ▶️ YouTube
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Tomorrow. Coffee Break. Gavin Bell. ☕ We’re getting into 138 Main Street, the surprising facts he stumbled across while writing and exactly how he wants readers to feel by the end. You already know where to find us 🎙️ Wherever you get your podcasts + YouTube 📺
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Here's this week's schedule (Adventures in Publishing-land is taking a week off!) Some amazing guests on @theconversation.bsky.social, @bingereadingbooks.bsky.social, @narrativedamagerpg.bsky.social and @ukpageone.bsky.social!
STET Network Schedule (April 28 – May 1)
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Tuesday 28 April: The Conversation (Episode 207) featuring Aisha Hassan.

Thursday 30 April: The Binge Reading Bookclub featuring Shauna Lawless.

Thursday 30 April: Narrative Damage featuring Seth Skorkowsky sharing secrets of engaging RPG storytelling.

Friday 1 May: Page One - The Writer’s Podcast (Episode 265) featuring Alessandra Ranelli on the real-life inspiration behind her debut novel.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
🖊️✨ From banking to bookshelves , Aisha Hassan’s debut novel Where the Fireflies Dance is out now. We’re talking persistence, passion, and writing the book that’s been calling you. 🎧 New episode tomorrow wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
How do you define success as a writer? And does that definition change with every new book? That’s where PJ Vernon and I start and where we end up might surprise you. New episode of The Conversation out now. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch the full chat on YouTube. 🔗 Links in Bio
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Lots of fun shows this week on STET! Including great shows from @theconversation.bsky.social and @ukpageone.bsky.social , as well as bringing our writing-adjacent TTRPG show @narrativedamagerpg.bsky.social under the STET umbrella!
A promotional graphic for STET Podcasts featuring the schedule for the week of April 21st.

Tuesday, 21 April: The Conversation (Ep. 206) featuring PJ Vernon.

Wednesday, 22 April: Drafting Notes on what to do after getting "the call" from an agent.

Thursday, 23 April: Narrative Damage featuring Gareth Hanrahan on what makes a good TTRPG scenario.

Friday, 24 April: Page One - The Writer's Podcast (Ep. 264) featuring Charlotte Robinson on transitioning from script producing to writing Mars One.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
🎙️📱 What role does social media play in solving a crime? Today I’m joined by Stig Abell as we dive into how the digital world is reshaping investigations and crime storytelling 🔍 The full conversation is available now wherever you get your podcasts! Links in Bio 📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
🎙️✨ Dive into the world of writing with author Stig Abell in this week’s episode! We explore the challenges of being a writer, the impact of AI on literature, and how social media is reshaping crime fiction 📚💭 Plus, we chat about his brand new novel A Twist in the River - out now!
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Today I’m taking a coffee break with debut author Tara Menon ☕📚 We’re talking about her new book Underwater, available now, and diving into the inspiration behind the story and her answer to one of my favourite questions, the random (and fascinating!) facts she discovered while writing her book.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
New episode of ‘The Conversation- Coffee Break’ is available now and I’m talking to debut author Tara Menon about her book, Under Water. Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
🎙️ Dive into the world of storytelling with Mario Ambrosi! Mario and I talk about his debut novel Buckling and the Case of the Missing Pictures, the importance of understanding life histories and how our past shapes the stories we tell. 🎧Links in Bio
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
🎙️ New episode tomorrow! I’m in conversation with author Mario Ambrosi and we are talking about everything. We get into his publishing journey, writing for middle grade readers, and his debut novel Scarlett Buckling and the Case of the Missing Pictures
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
200 episodes 🎙️✨ and this one is special. I’m joined by award-winning, best-selling author Tayari Jones 📚 We dive into her powerful new novel Kin and go far beyond the pages. From overcoming rejection, to the magic of friendships, to the highs and lows of writing and storytelling we cover it all.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Tomorrow on The Conversation with Nadine Matheson 🎙️ I’m in conversation with the award-winning, bestselling author of An American Marriage Tayari Jones. We’re talking about everything: her writing journey, rejection, resilience, and her incredible new novel Kin.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Tomorrow is a BIG one. 🎉 Episode 200 of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson Podcast. Thank you to every single person who has listened, shared, messaged, and commented. Thank you to all of my incredible guests who have trusted me with their stories, their words, and their journeys.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
🎙️ My full conversation with the multi-talented author Andi Osho is available now wherever you get your podcasts! We talk about so many things, including her brilliant new novel ‘Most Wanted’ 🚔, which is out now 📚✨ But we also dive into something a lot of us struggle with… imposter syndrome.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
I’m in conversation with actor, comedian, and writer Andi Osho. We talk about her journey, her new book Most Wanted (out now), and the challenges and triumphs along the way.
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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Did it all go to plan? ✨📚 Today I’m taking a coffee break with debut author Anna Caig! We’re celebrating her debut novel The Wise Witch of Orkney and talking about the surprises that shape a story. Listen wherever you get your podcasts 🎧 or watch now on YouTube ▶️ Link in Bio
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STET Podcasts @stetpodcasts.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
A day late, but here is this week's schedule, with some great episodes lined up! @theconversation.bsky.social @bingereadingbooks.bsky.social @ukpageone.bsky.social
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Tuesday, 24 February: The Conversation (Ep. 194) featuring J.D. Brinkworth.

Thursday, 26 February: The Binge Reading Bookclub (Ep. 14) discussing "Excession" by Iain M. Banks with guest David Goodman.

Thursday, 26 February: Coffee Break with Anna Caig.

Friday, 27 February: Page One - The Writer's Podcast (Ep. 256) featuring Sydney Amanuel on why RPGs make great stories.

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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson @theconversation.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Is it possible for a former barrister and solicitor to get carried away talking about juries and gavels? Absolutely 😁 Harriet Tyce and I discuss our shared fascination with jurors and why they're endlessly compelling in crime fiction. Full episode out now. Links in Bio
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