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Looking to get your community talking? Swell makes it easy with engagement prompts designed to spark meaningful conversations. Whether running a book club or building a fan community, the right question can open the door to real connection. #CommunityMatters

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This July we are thrilled to be bring you the opportunity to talk to your favorite authors!

@taratai.com @thedebmethod.bsky.social @klovato.bsky.social @ruksanahussain.bsky.social @heddenwrites.bsky.social & Becca Carnahan!

Visit swellcast.com/authors to ask your question!

#ReadingCommunity

Ask Yerin Kim | Current News Director for InStyle Magazine, Former Features Editor for PopSugar, Storyteller & Published Author! Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

Ask Yerin Kim, the News Director at InStyle and former Features Editor at PopSugar! She’s answering your questions on Swell!

Ask her about career moves, writing in beauty & culture, or how she built her voice in media.

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#WomenInMedia #InStyleMagazine

Ask Armani Ross | Graduate in Mass Media Production from N.C. A&T. Former Aggie Filmmakers President & Fox 8 Sports Intern. Digital Creator, Storyteller, & Photographer Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

Meet Armani Ross: recent N.C. A&T grad in Mass Media Production, former Aggie Filmmakers President, and Fox 8 WGHP sports intern with a passion for storytelling & media that shifts perspectives. Got a question for her? Ask on Swell!

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#hbcupride #hbcugrad #hbcu

Ask Rachel Bailit | Ask Rachel a question about creativity, acting, the industry, and the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute. Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

We're sitting down with Rachel Bailit — actress, writer, & master teacher at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute - for a Q&A on performance, storytelling & the courage it takes to be seen.

Ask you questions on Swell and Rachel will answer in her own voice!

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Swell Community Zoom Friday 9 am PST LINK to zoom : https://bit.ly/SwellZoomWeekly

Beginning at 9am PST! Join us on Zoom today and every Friday for our Swell Community session hosted by Deborah Pardes! See you soon.

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Ask Helene Stapinski | Journalist, New York Times contributor, NYU professor and author of three memoirs including national best seller, Five Finger Discount. Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

Helene has written for The New York Times, taught journalism at NYU, and turned real life into unforgettable books. Ask Helene a question on Swell!

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#MemoirWriting #StorytellingTips #WritingCommunity #Journalism #JournalismMatters

Ask Khadijah Ali-Coleman | Founder of Black Family Homeschool, Liberated Muse Arts Group, & Black Writers for Peace & Social Justice. Writer, community organizer & advocate! Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

@khadijahonline.bsky.social is a powerhouse writer, educator, & visionary behind Black Writers for Peace & Social Justice & Liberated Muse. Ask her a question and learn from her journey or dive into a convo about art, activism, or education!

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SWELL ZOOM 9 am PST FRIDAY Zoom link: https://bit.ly/SwellZoomWeekly

EVERY FRIDAY at 9am PST we host a Zoom session to answer your questions and chat about Swell! New Swellcasters, be sure to join tomorrow as we will be discussing a bunch of the bells and whistles that help your Swellcast sing! See you then.

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Ask Ms. Leanne | Veteran Special Education Teacher, Orientation and Mobility Specialist Advocate, Podcast guest, SLPA, proud Cat Mom. Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

From classrooms to community spaces, Leanne’s been an advocate for accessibility and inclusion. What would you ask someone with her experience?

Ask Leanne a question on Swell!

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#Advocacy #SpecialEducation #TeachersRock #ThankYouTeachers #OrientationandMobility

Marines Deployed In LA Our Marines are the best lethal fighting force in the world. They generally have not been trained in non-lethal weapons or crowd control.

@levin.house.gov is speaking up about the Armed Forces being deployed in LA during protests — and his words are worth a listen.

Have thoughts? Share them directly on Swell:
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#SwellVoices #MikeLevin #LosAngelesProtests #YourVoiceMatters

Ask Colie Aziza | Colie is a prominent jazz musician and children’s book author in the DMV area. Ask Colie about music, performing writing or social justice! Respond to this prompt and create your own prompts on Swell.

✨ Q&A with Colie Aziza
Artist. Educator. Author.

Through her creative work and teaching, Colie Aziza helps people of all ages tap into their own sense of empathy, courage, and possibility. She’s all about encouraging others to dream big and take action.

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so sorry for the late response! Yes you can change your Swell alias!

Ask Josh Cook—bookseller, co-owner of @portersqbooks.bsky.social , and author of The Art of Libromancy—your book world questions on Swell. Submit by May 30th in your own voice, and he’ll reply in his. 🎙️📚 #BookTwitter #AMA #BooksWorthReading #SmallBusiness

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@AtomicHabits Join the discussion of the book

Read Atomic Habits?
Share your favorite takeaway or answer a prompt.
Join here👉 www.swellcast.com/atomichabits

#AtomicHabits #JamesClear #SelfImprovement #HabitStacking #BookTalk #Productivity #BetterHabits #BooksThatChangeLives #BookRecs #LovetoRead #ReadingisLife #GrowthJourney

@everythingisTB Join the discussion of the book

John Green’s Everything is TB dives into the world’s deadliest infectious disease—and why we still ignore it.
What does that phrase mean to you?
Add your voice on Swell: swellcast.com/everythingisTB
#EndTB #PublicHealth #InfectiousDiseases #HealthEquity #EverythingIsTuberculosis

@AtlasOfTheHeart We’re discussing all the personal stories, emotions, and experiences inspired by Atlas of the Heart, by Brené Brown

We numb, we avoid, we deflect. But Brené Brown wants us to feel deeply. Can you? Do you?

Join the convo on our new Swellcast for Atlas of the Heart. Speak up, feel more, connect.

#BreneBrown #AtlasOfTheHeart #VoiceFirst #EmotionsMatter

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@daily Share your perspective on what’s happening in the world around you, with new prompts daily. The best posts are included in the eponymous podcast.

Today’s Daily Perspective prompt is live on Swell:
Trump says he’s cutting federal funding to NPR and PBS. What do you think about that?

#PublicMedia #NPR #PBS #CommunityVoices #SesameStreet #DailyNews #NewsUpdate #ShareYourThoughts

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Crimea | Should Ukraine let US recognize Crimea as Russian territory if that will help end the war? swellcast.com

Should Ukraine let US recognize Crimea as part of Russia? Let us know what you think in your own voice on the Daily Perspective podcast.

#Crimea #Ukraine #Russia #Trump #Politics #News #NewsUpdate #Geopolitics #UkraineWar #Opinion

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World Book Day | Join us in celebrating April 23rd as World Book Day by sharing your review of a book you like swellcast.com

Today we celebrate #WorldBookDay & the power of stories-how they connect us, change us, & carry us across worlds without ever leaving our seat.

Join us on Swell let’s build a bookshelf of voices from around the world. 🌍📖

#ReadersUnite #BookLovers

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April is Poetry Month! | Celebrate Poetry Month on Swell by reading aloud a few lines of poetry from one of your favorite poets. swellcast.com

April is a time to pause, reflect, and let language lead. Celebrate National Poetry Month on Swell—where spoken word lives, breathes, and connects. Share a reading, a memory, or a poem that changed you.

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#poetrymonth #poetry #poets #lovepoetry #poetrylover

@writing A space for writers to create, connect and share.

This one’s for the hashtag #writers.
Answer thoughtful prompts, share your inspiration, talk about your process, and connect with others who love writing too.

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#Writing #WritersUnite #CreativityUnleashed #WritingHacks
#Creativity #LovetoRead #WritingisFun

Writing to Market | Authors, do you write to market? Or do you write what you love? Let me know your thoughts. swellcast.com

Author Jack wants to know:
Writers—do you chase the market or follow your passion?
Are you writing what sells, or what stirs your soul?

🎙️ Click the link to answer the prompt on Swell.

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#AuthorCommunity #WritingCommunity #WritingTrends #LoveWhatYouDo

Val Kilmer | Star of Top Gun, Batman Forever, Tombstone and more, has passed away at age 65. 1959-2025 swellcast.com

From Iceman to the Caped Crusader, Val Kilmer left his mark on some of the most iconic roles in film history. What’s your favorite Kilmer performance or memory? Join the conversation on Swell and share your thoughts!

#ValKilmer #TopGun #BatmanForever #Iceman #FilmCommunity #TheDoors #RIP

The Housemaid | by Freida McFadden Have you read the book? Would you recommend the book to fellow readers? Why or why not? swellcast.com

Have you read The Housemaid by Freida McFadden? Would you recommend it? Share your thoughts by answering the latest AmReading prompt!

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#TheHousemaid #FreidaMcFadden #ThrillerBooks #BookDiscussion #AmReading #BookClub #LovetoRead

Just wrapped up an incredible week at AWP in LA! Inspiring panels, connecting with amazing writers and creators—what more could you ask for? Grateful for all the conversations, insights, and new connections—until next time!

#AWP25 #WritingCommunity #WritersUnite #writinglife #publishinghouse

Paper Doll | Dylan Mulvaney writes about her life pre and post transition and the online backlash. What are your thoughts on her story? swellcast.com

Dylan Mulvaney’s journey highlights the highs & lows of visibility in the digital age. What are your thoughts on her story? How do we navigate conversations about identity, influence, & online criticism?

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#DylanMulvaney #TransVisibility #TransLivesMatter

Join us for an interactive Zoom session where we’ll walk you through how to create, grow, & engage your book club on Swell.

March 14th, 9:00am PST
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#BookClub #BookLovers #LovetoRead #Bookish

@writing A space for writers to create, connect and share.

Whether you're an aspiring author, a seasoned writer, or just someone who loves a good story, Swell’s Writing Community Swellcast is your space to engage, listen, and contribute.

🔗 Join the community: www.swellcast.com/writing

#WritersCommunity #Storytelling #Podcasting #CreativeWriting

Swell | Podcasting for Everyone Swell makes podcasting easy. If you can post on social media, you can start a podcast on Swell. Visit swellcast.com to learn more and start your own personal podcast today.

You can listen to Swells from around the world over on Swellcast.com. From conversations about books and writing to daily prompts about current events. There is always something to talk about!

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#PodcastingLife #ShareYourThoughts #BookCommunity #CurrentEvents #LovetoRead