Episodes

  • In a TIZZY with Elena Azzoni
    Mar 26 2026

    On this week’s episode, Chief Marketing Officer Lauren Porté Schwarzfeld sits down with author and Rise Chief Operating Officer Elena Azzoni to explore her journey as a RiseEA author! They dive into the world of writing, marketing, and self-love and discovery. If you're interested in hearing more about Elena’s book, Tizzy, and what it looks like to make a memoir fictional, this is the episode for you!

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    24 mins
  • Romance Awaits You in Paris with Dufflyn Lammers
    Mar 19 2026

    On this week’s episode, Publisher and CEO Kristen McGuiness sits down with author and Paris-based love coach Dufflyn Lammers to explore her journey as a creative and coach. They dive into the world of writing, love, and creativity, and learn about her upcoming book, You Had Me at Bonjour, Story Magic Paris, and the RiseEA publishing experience for Dufflyn’s memoir.

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    37 mins
  • Matriarchal Design and Storytelling with Vyana Novus
    Mar 13 2026

    In this episode, Chief Creative Officer, ⁠Vyana Novus, sits down to reveal how embracing matriarchal design can transform your creative practice and deeply connect you to your audience. If you are looking to unlock the secret to storytelling that leaves a lasting legacy, this is the episode for you!

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    46 mins
  • Be Bold, Be Magical with Michelle Garside
    Mar 5 2026

    In this episode, Chief Marketing Officer Lauren Porté Schwarzfeld sits down with brand architect and debut author Michelle Garside to discuss the magic of making bold moves while writing and promoting your book. If you want some guidance as to how to create an experience that brings your book to life and lights you up, this is the episode for you!

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    47 mins
  • We're Back and More Heated Than Ever with Kristen and Raya
    Feb 26 2026

    We wanted to come back with a bang, and what better way than to spend almost an hour talking about everyone’s favorite gay hockey show, Heated Rivalry! On this special season two premiere episode, Kristen and Raya (the resident Gen X/Gen Z duo) flex their PhDs in HR by deep-diving into the storyline, the minute details, and the theories that make the show so compelling. With the addition of the audio from their favorite Heated Rivalry edit, if you’re a fan of Shane and Ilya, this is the episode for you.

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    53 mins
  • Season One Wrap with Kristen McGuiness
    Dec 19 2025

    On this season finale episode, Publisher and CEO Kristen McGuiness sits down and reflects on the year Rise Literary and Write the Good Fight has had. She teases what’s to come and all you can expect in the coming year. If you want some insider information, this is the episode for you!

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    31 mins
  • We Don't Own the Force or the Faith with John Fugelsang
    Dec 12 2025

    On this episode, Chief Operating Officer ⁠Elena Azzoni⁠ is joined by New York Times bestselling author, actor, and comedian ⁠John Fugelsang⁠ to discuss his book ⁠Separation of Church and Hate⁠. From spiritual trauma and the separation of Jesus' teachings from organized religion to addressing heavy topics with humor, this episode will have you going from crying to laughing and back again in just moments.

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    44 mins
  • The Future of Write the Good Fight with the Fems of Rise Literary
    Nov 28 2025

    Rise Literary Publisher and CEO Kristen McGuiness is joined by CMO Lauren Porté Schwarzfeld, Creative Director Vyana Novus, and Content Director Raya Whittington. In this special episode, you are brought behind the curtain and invited into a Rise Literary team meeting. It is here that the future of what Write the Good Fight will look like and be is determined. If you ever wanted to experience Rise behind closed doors, this is your chance!

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    29 mins