eMerge Unchained
"eMerge Unchained" is a dynamic podcast that delves into the creative minds of writers from all walks of life. In each episode, we explore the stories behind the stories—diving into the craft, process, and sources of inspiration that fuel these authors. Whether they’re poets, novelists, screenwriters, or storytellers of any kind, we aim to uncover what keeps them motivated, what challenges they face, and the unique ways in which they unleash their creativity.
eMerge Unchained
Interview: Diane Morrow-Kondos
In this episode of eMerge Unchained, host Aubrey Green sits down with writer and poet Diane Morrow-Kondos, whose memoir-in-progress draws from decades of life alongside her brother with disabilities. Written during a powerful retreat at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, Diane’s story is a deeply honest reflection on caregiving, family, and the quiet strength of resilience.
Diane shares how swimming laps sparks her best ideas, how poetry surprised her late in life, and why submitting your work—rejection and all—is part of the creative journey. With warmth and humor, she offers insight into balancing personal truth with research, and the unexpected healing that comes through writing.
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