Writing Connections
Writing Connections is a podcast devoted to exploring the literary landscape and larger creative ecosystem, looking at the ways we connect with and support one another through retreats, residencies, writing groups, conferences, mentorships, and other opportunities and relationships. Host Laura Walker interviews writers and creative supporters across genres, disciplines, and geographic boundaries.
Podcasting since 2023 • 85 episodes
Writing Connections
Latest Episodes
The Freedom to Create with Shannon Vesely
In this first episode of 2026, I interview Shannon Vesely, a poet, writer, and educator. This is the first half of our interview, where we discuss Shannon's writing process and her experience with writing retreats. Show Links:
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Season 3
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Episode 85
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22:45
Podcast Handover, Part 2 with Laura Walker
In this episode, Laura discusses her history with all kinds of writing retreats, her vision for this podcast, and her infatuation with inchworms—perhaps the most acrobatic of all earthbound insects. 🐛 Tune in to catch the new name of the podcas...
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Season 3
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Episode 84
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20:08
Podcast Handover, Part 1 with Laura Walker
I was excited to talk to this week’s guest, Laura Walker about the upcoming changes to this podcast. We delved into my mission for it when I started it and how excited I am to have Laura, who is amazing, take the reins and keep it growing.<...
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Season 3
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Episode 83
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18:48
Season Three Kickoff
Welcome to Season 3 of "Your Writing Retreat Connection." In this episode I share what's in store for the next chapter of the podcast.
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Season 3
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Episode 82
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1:18
On Summer Break - See You in September
Thank you for supporting the "Your Writing Retreat Connection" podcast during season 2. We had great episodes chatting with writing retreat hosts and writers from around the world. The show is going on hiatus for the summer and will...
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Season 2
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Episode 81
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