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Every Soul Has A Story

Every Soul Has A Story

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    • Reinventing Yourself After Divorce | Lisa Niver

      Reinventing Yourself After Divorce | Lisa Niver
      Jan 28 2026
      What if the red flags in your life were literally invisible? Award-winning author, speaker, and travel host Lisa Niver joins Dara Levan to share her incredible story of reinvention after a traumatic divorce and a late-in-life diagnosis of a lazy eye that reshaped her understanding of her past. Discover how Lisa’s journey through vision therapy, extensive world travel, and writing her memoir "Brave-ish" helped her piece together a pattern of abuse she once mistook for a "parade." In this raw conversation, you'll learn the power of post-traumatic growth, the importance of asking "what now?" instead of "what if?", and practical tips for reclaiming your life and joy. If you've ever felt stuck, unseen, or are seeking inspiration to break free, this episode is for you.

      0:00 - Intro
      1:01 - Lisa Niver’s Book and Award
      3:37 - Jewish Summer Camp Inspiration
      5:26 - What is an Ulpan?
      7:48 - Adult Lazy Eye Diagnosis
      11:53 - The End of a Marriage
      15:29 - Connecting Vision and Relationship Patterns
      18:54 - The Vulnerability of Writing
      22:06 - The Book’s Unexpected Audience
      25:14 - Replacing Self-Judgment with Compassion
      27:58 - The Forward-Looking Question
      31:35 - The Challenge of Outlining
      37:40 - A Somatic Writing Ritual
      39:19 - What Brings Lisa Joy
      42:52 - Outro

      RESOURCES:
      https://www.lisaniver.com/
      https://wesaidgotravel.com/
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      43 min
    • From Reading X-Rays to Writing Novels | Heather Frimmer

      From Reading X-Rays to Writing Novels | Heather Frimmer
      Jan 21 2026
      What happens when a breast radiologist decides to write gripping medical novels? Join host Dara Levan for a conversation with physician and author Heather Frimmer, whose third book, Always Hope, explores the devastating impact of a malpractice lawsuit from all sides. Discover how Heather’s medical career fuels her writing, why empathy is her superpower in both radiology and fiction, and how she crafts authentic yet dramatic page-turners. In this episode, you’ll learn the surprising inspiration behind her novels, her top tips for aspiring authors, and her unique perspective on balancing a demanding career with a creative life. Get ready for an inspiring discussion on storytelling, resilience, and finding hope.

      0:00 - Intro
      0:45 - Heather’s Life as a Radiologist and Author
      2:57 - The Shift to Breast Imaging
      5:50 - The Inspiration for Better to Trust
      7:24 - How Writing Impacts Medical Empathy
      9:26 - The Empathetic Side of Radiology
      11:22 - On Identifying as a Writer
      13:10 - Heather’s Publishing Journey
      15:53 - How Each Book Changed Heather
      18:10 - Writing Through Personal Challenges
      20:04 - The Next Writing Project
      22:49 - The Importance of Research and Readers
      28:47 - Where to Find Heather Frimmer
      29:07 - Outro

      RESOURCES: https://www.heatherfrimmer.com/ @heatherfrimmer
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      30 min
    • From Dance Critic to Bestselling Author | Kathryn Craft

      From Dance Critic to Bestselling Author | Kathryn Craft
      Jan 14 2026
      How does an optimist write about her husband's suicide and find purpose in the pain? Author, developmental editor, and former dance critic Kathryn Craft joins Dara Levan for a profound conversation on transforming personal tragedy into powerful fiction. Discover how Kathryn's journey through loss led to her novels The Art of Falling and The Far End of Happy, learn why she waited eight years to tell her most difficult story, and explore her unique concept of "story as energy" from her new craft book. This episode offers key takeaways on resilience, the subjectivity of artistic reception, and setting healthy family boundaries. If you're interested in writing craft, mental health narratives, or finding the silver lining in life's darkest moments, this story is for you.

      0:00 - Intro
      1:36 - Writing about a husband's suicide
      3:41 - The call from a literary agent
      7:35 - Why her first novel came first
      10:44 - Titling The Far End of Happy
      15:39 - Changing agents and integrity
      18:31 - Remaining an optimist through tragedy
      22:46 - The subjectivity of rejection
      27:06 - Writing from three points of view
      31:36 - New craft book: Story as Energy
      35:33 - Finding voice through dance
      44:12 - The power of unanswered questions
      47:55 - Where to find Kathryn Craft
      49:05 - Outro

      RESOURCES:

      Kathryn Craft:
      • Instagram: @kathryncraft
      • Website: kathryncraft.com

      Dara Levan / Every Soul Has a Story:
      • https://www.instagram.com/dara.levan/
      • Website: daralevan.com
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      50 min
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