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“While the podcast used to be a source of great inspiration and practical writing advice, the podcast has declined in quality over the past season. One major issue is the sheer amount of time spent on ads and self-promotion. It feels like a third of the episode is dedicated to ads, pitching their latest packages or exclusive content, which detracts from the insightful discussions that once made the show so valuable.
Another point of frustration is the increasingly academic tone of the podcast. I appreciate deep discussions, but the emphasis on close readings and literary analysis has become overwhelming. Many of us are busy writers who tune in for actionable advice, not in-depth dissections of texts we don’t have the time—or interest—to study. The episodes now seem geared more toward advanced literary analysis than practical, real-world writing tips.
It’s clear that their target audience has shifted, and unfortunately, I no longer feel like I’m part of it. Writing Excuses has lost much of what made it engaging and accessible, leaving it a lesser version of its former self.”
FatFIRESoon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/24
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“An excellent and concise podcast that explores genre, process, editing, and the various minutiae of the writing life.”
JordRaptor via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/14/16
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“Every episode touches on an important aspect of writing, from structure elements to publishing in a changing market. For anyone interested in improving their writing, I cannot recommend this podcast enough.”
_tensho_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/13/15
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“I love riding excuses. All of the episodes are full of so much information and ways to improve my writing. My favorite part of it though is that I now use the episodes as part of my writing routine. I love myself to listen to one episode before I write 1000-2000 words. Thanks for all that you do.”
Real_Life_is_Messy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/18
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