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The best podcasts for fans of music/literature podcasts by women hosts

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Who am I?

I am the author of the award-winning novel 'Searching for Jimmy Page' (Livingston Press, 2021) and host of Rock is Lit, the first and only podcast devoted to rock novels, from Pantheon Podcast Network. I am a Teaching Professor of English at East Carolina University and serve as Senior Associate Editor of 'North Carolina Literary Review'. My fiction, creative nonfiction, book reviews, and interviews have appeared in many journals, including 'storySouth', 'Still: The Journal', 'Fiction Southeast', and 'Eclectica'. Find me at www.christyalexanderhallberg.com/ and on Twitter/Instagram/YouTube @ChristyHallberg. I was a guest on many, many podcasts when my novel, 'Searching for Jimmy Page', was published in late 2021, and I noticed that while there are many podcasts that feature nonfiction books about music and musicians, there were no podcasts devoted to rock novels--the convergence of fiction and music. With Christian Swain and Peter Ferioli, creators of Pantheon Podcast Network, I developed the first and only podcast on rock novels, Rock is Lit. I also noticed that the overwhelming majority of podcast hosts I encountered when I was promoting my novel were men. My goal here is to shine a spotlight on some of the very fine podcasts I've listened to that are hosted by women.

My Show

What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?

Rock is Lit takes listeners on a quest to find the best rock novels and explore the propulsive energy and raw power of these stories about music, the people who make it, and the characters who love it. In each episode I interview authors about craft and the musical inspiration behind their work, then bring in music experts in separate segments to add real-world context to the bands in the novels. How does my podcast Rock is Lit relate to the playlist I chose? I'm a woman and the author of my own rock novel, 'Searching for Jimmy Page'.

What is my podcast playlist about?

All of the podcasts I chose for this playlist are hosted by women and focus--in one way or another--on music and/or literature.

The podcasts I picked and why

1. #badasswriters

Why this podcast?

Kathleen Foxx began hosting the #badasswriters podcast in November of 2021. Her main goal is to connect writers with writers and industry professionals and make sure every writer feels more confident and less alone, no matter what stage of writing they’re in. She provides writing advice and interviews writers and authors who are just starting out, are traditionally or indie or self-published, and everything in between. She also speaks with industry professionals like literary agents, acquisitions editors, bookstore owners, Bookstagrammers, etc. to help writers who are working toward getting their work published.

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#badasswriters

Kathleen Foxx

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Welcome to the #badasswriters podcast! You'll find writing tips and how-to's to take your writing from good to great. There are interviews with fabulous guest authors and industry professionals to help writers in the community build their confidence and go from brand new to badass! All kinds of writing topics are covered, there are Q&As with agents and other professionals, plus pitch critiques, listener questions, recorded listeners' book recommendations, and recorded shoutouts from authors. Please reach out on Twitter @_badasswriters and on my website at kathleenfoxx.com/badasswriters-podcast

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2. Black Chick Lit

Why this podcast?

Black Chick Lit is a twice-monthly podcast that talks books by and for black women. Dani and Mollie talk prose, drink wine, and laugh at their own jokes.

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Black Chick Lit is a bi-monthly podcast that talks books by and about black women.

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3. Stephanie & Stephanie Talk Tunes

Why this podcast?

Stephanie & Stephanie have stories to tell: These are the songs you want to forget but love to remember. It's their soundtrack and probably yours too. Hosted by Stephanie Myers and Stephanie Peña. New episodes every other Wednesday! Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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Stephanie Myers & Stephanie Peña

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We have stories to tell: These are the songs you want to forget but love to remember. It's our soundtrack and probably yours too. Hosted by Stephanie Myers and Stephanie Peña. New episodes every other Wednesday! Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

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4. The Devil's Music with Pleasant Gehman

Why this podcast?

Rock ‘n’roll and the occult have gone hand-in-hand ever since it was rumored that Robert Johnson sold his soul to The Devil. Hollywood icon and rock’n’roll witch Pleasant Gehman takes you to the dark depths where music and heathen hedonism meet the occult. No-hold-barred conversations with famous (and infamous) guests include stories that seem too wild to be true...until you realize there’s no way they could be made up. From backstage and touring debauchery to tarot, synchronicity and sex magick to wild paranormal experiences, this show will bring your demons out to play. Hop into the hot rod baby, we’re on a High way To Hell. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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Rock ‘n’roll and the occult have gone hand-in-hand ever since it was rumored that Robert Johnson sold his soul to The Devil. Hollywood iconand rock’n’roll witch Pleasant Gehman takes you to the dark depths where music and heathen hedonism meet the occult. No-hold-barred conversations with famous (and infamous) guests include stories that seem too wild to be true...until you realize there’s no way they could be made up. From backstage and touring debauchery to tarot, synchronicityand sex magick to wild paranormal experiences, this show will bring your demons out to play. Hop into the hot rod baby, we’re on a High way To Hell. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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5. Pamela Des Barres' Pajama Party!

Why this podcast?

Pantheon is proud to present Pamela Des Barres' Pajama Party! Join Miss Pamela as she tells tales from her diary, has fun interviewing special guests, and shares her love of Rock n Roll. She is known as “the World’s Most Famous Groupie” or “Queen of the Groupies,” - but listen as Miss P has many other facets, fascinations and unique talents! Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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Pantheon is proud to present Pamela Des Barres' Pajama Party! Join Miss Pamela as she tells tales from her diary, has fun interviewing special guests, and shares her love of Rock n Roll. She is known as “the World’s Most Famous Groupie” or “Queen of the Groupies,” - but listen as Miss P has many other facets, fascinations and unique talents! Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

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