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What podcasts say about Joyce Carol Oates

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What Joyce Carol Oates has said on podcasts

3 statements · 2 positive · 1 negative

  1. on WritingPositiveAug 5, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Working creates the mood needed for writing.

    “you create your mood by working.”

    Listen at 14:04

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
  2. Writers should begin working without waiting for inspiration.

    “You don't have to wait to be inspired. Just start working.”

    Listen at 14:28

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
  3. Family members can drain writers’ energy through schedules and expectations.

    “the other person has a schedule and expectations. And while you may love your family, they can be the ones who drain you of energy.”

    Listen at 14:48

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More

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