Write Out Loud

Join hosts Matt and Tina as they discuss all things story, writing, finding your voice, and more! We'll explore writing and storytelling as a general topic, but we will also spend some time dissecting and talking about popular works like our first focus: "Heartstopper!"

Write Out Loud is a leisure podcast hosted by Matt Cassem & Christina Trevaskis, with 78 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Matt Cassem & Christina Trevaskis hosts Write Out Loud, a leisure show with 78 episodes published.

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  Episode #14

  Mid-Season Break Announcement

  Mar 8, 20265 minS5

  <p>Got something to say? Send us a text! </p><p>In this special update, Matt and Christina share that <b>Write Out Loud</b> will be taking a short, mid-season pause to recalibrate and focus on personal challenges and commitments. The hosts emphasize their dedication to delivering high-quality storytelling content and their desire to be fully present for every conversation. They also include a rallying cry for creatives who find themselves in similar circumstances.</p><p><b>Key Highlights</b></p><p><b>The "Spring Break" Pause</b>: The team is taking a temporary break to handle family health...

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  Episode #13

  Exploring the Will-Not-Read List

  Mar 1, 202624 minS5

  <p>Got something to say? Send us a text! </p><p>This week, Matt and Christina dive into the phenomenon of the "will not read" list. They explore why readers blackball certain authors, noting that these refusals usually transcend simple critiques of writing style and fall into three distinct categories:</p><b>Moral Objections:</b> The duo discusses personal bans based on an author’s real-world actions. They both refuse to read <b>J.K. Rowling</b> due to her public anti-trans activism, and they examine how allegations against <b>Neil Gaiman</b>—even when unadjudicated—can fundamentally shift a reader...

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  Episode #12

  When the Journey Matters: Unraveling Predictable Endings

  Feb 22, 202619 minS5

  <p>Got something to say? Send us a text! </p><p>Matt and Christina discuss whether spoilers and predictable endings ruin stories, arguing that mystery isn’t dead but often misunderstood. Using examples like Titanic, Pride and Prejudice, superhero and historical films, It Ends With Us, a 60 Minutes Holocaust survivor segment, John Wick, and the musical & Juliet, they emphasize that audiences stay invested because of character journey, growth, emotional impact, and the cost of getting to a known outcome. </p><p>They frame genre and history as useful storytelling frameworks that reduce pressure on the ending and instead highlight what cha...

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  Episode #11

  Romance on Ice: The Compelling Story of 'Heated Rivalry'

  Feb 15, 202626 minS5

  <p>Got something to say? Send us a text! </p><p>Matt and Christina discuss Rachel Reid’s romance Heated Rivalry and its HBO adaptation, focusing on the rivals-to-lovers relationship between Ilya and Shane, the slow-burn tension, and the mix of tenderness, humor, and emotional devastation. They talk about how the story’s public “hate” is more about competition and concealment—especially tied to Shane’s uncertainty about his sexuality—while Ilya is more self-assured but constrained by his Russian home life and the risk of losing his family if he comes out. </p><p>They highlight standout acting choices, especially Conn...

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  Episode #10

  Authors and Artists Getting Political - Is it worth it?

  Feb 9, 202624 minS5

  <p>Got something to say? Send us a text! </p><p>In this episode of 'Write Out Loud,' Matt and Christina return after a brief hiatus to tackle the complex question of whether writers should be vocal about their personal political beliefs or let their work speak for itself. They discuss the implications and potential consequences for artists who choose to speak out in an age where silence isn't neutral, but speaking up carries its own risks. </p><p>They also explore how audience reactions and societal expectations can influence an artist's decision to voice their opinions. The conversation t...

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