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Send us Fan Mail Host Jacqui Lents visits the village of Roslin, Scotland, to tour Rosslyn Chapel, known for its carvings and the Apprentice’s Pillar legend in which a jealous master mason kills his apprentice. She interviews local resident Colin, who shares local connections including Dolly the sheep, cloned nearby at the Roslin Institute. Jacqui recounts a failed activist plot to kidnap Dolly. Colin also mentions Bovril’s inventor living in Roslin, and a butcher who ended up being a Grinch for Christmas. Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality Reference Sites https://www.nms.ac.uk/discover-catalogue/the-story-of-dolly-the-sheep  https://www.cnn.com/2017/02/24/health/dolly-the-sheep-cloning-anniversary  https://www.history.com/articles/dolly-the-sheep-cloning  https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/crime/dolly-the-sheep-was-at-centre-of-kidnap-plot-by-green-activists-327889  https://www.scotsman.com/arts-and-culture/film-and-tv/dolly-the-sheeps-creators-were-begged-to-clone-lost-loved-ones-3467097

Send us Fan Mail Host Jacqui Lents launches Season 5 of Jacqui Just Chatters with guest Kim Gottlieb-Walker, a UCLA-trained photographer whose career includes stills for John Carpenter’s Halloween and work as a production photographer on Family Ties and Cheers. Kim recalls working with Jamie Lee Curtis and Carpenter. Learn about the unit still photographer’s role as both promotional image-maker and on-set historian. Kim shares stories about photographing Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. Listen as Kim introduces her debut novel, Lenswoman in Love, a second-chance romance inspired by her life as a photographer in 1960s–70s.  Info/links from guest or topic: www.Lenswoman.com  www.KimGottliebWalker.com  www.TheRenaissanceWoman.net https://kimgottliebwalker.substack.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kimgottliebwalker/  Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality Glamor Shot -  DT_Moore Baranggay Malawag - u_tur3t0h0lo

Send us Fan Mail Jacqui discusses how to have a staycation (a vacation at home), an award for The Daphne Project, upcoming author events, and how submissions are still open for the podcast, Jacqui Just Chatters: potluck stories for grownups. But time is running out; get them in by the end of Sept. or early Oct. for the best chance of getting your story included. On Sept. 15th, the fall season of the podcast kicks off with an interview with photographer and author Kim Gottlieb-Walker (who will share her insight into John Carpenter, Jimi Hendrix, and Andy Warhol.  This month's book recommendation is The Authenticity Project by Clare Pooley Want to send in a story for the Story Share series, head over to the website, read the details, and fill out the form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJbL03dUMRa1amHt3vTPFF9Rxa6X2GZIDublu3op-Oh-rAMQ/viewform  Here is a previous Story Share episode you can check out: Episode 119 - Story Share - From Istanbul to Mexico Link - https://www.jacquilents.com/podcast-eps/story-share-vacation-tales  Check out upcoming author events. Holland Literary Festival  September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Holland Town Center 12330 James St Holland, MI 49424   Apple Festival October 10, 2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm  The Moorings 222 Bridge St. Charlevoix, MI, 49720 Dakota High School’s 30th Annual Holiday Craft Show  November 7, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Dakota High School 21051 21 Mile Rd Macomb, MI 48044 If you want more comfort read suggestions, check my videos on my website. https://www.jacquilents.com/bookrecs

Send us Fan Mail Jacqui Lents shares her August 2026 audio newsletter, including a Scotland travel story where her phone’s audio-to-text gets a foul mouth. Writers are encouraged to take part in the short story submissions for her podcast’s Story Share series, and listen to episode 102. The month's Ridiculous Reads pick is Everything’s Coming Up Rosie by Courtney Walsh, plus a September Bookish Flights book club featuring Walsh. A special thanks is extended to the attendees of the Crooked Nook event at Sherwood Brewery. Also new dresses for upcoming author events are incoming. Here are events:  August 15, 2026 1:00 - 4:00 pm Calliope Bookshelf 66870 Van Dyke Rd Washington, MI 48095   Holland Literary Festival, 70+ authors will be there. September 12, 2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Holland Town Center  12330 James St Holland, MI 49424   Apple Festival  October 10, 2026 1:00 - 3:00 pm  The Moorings 222 Bridge St. Charlevoix, MI, 49720 To learn more or sign up for the newsletter, go to www.jacquilents.com

Send us Fan Mail Jacqui recounts revisiting Orkney Island’s 5,000-year-old Maeshowe tomb, including Viking runic “graffiti,” and describes managing claustrophobia. Hear about an encounter with a surprise patron at the McLean & Eakin bookstore in Petoskey. Jacqui will be appearing at the Holland Literary Festival on September 12, 2026. Jacqui gives a callout to writers to submit their short stories for consideration to be featured on the podcast. Naomi Kutner’s The Retired Assassin’s Guide to Country Gardening is reviewed. Here are links mentioned in the newsletter: www.Jacquilents.com  Story Share Form  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJbL03dUMRa1amHt3vTPFF9Rxa6X2GZIDublu3op-Oh-rAMQ/viewform  Episode 69 - Story Share - Moving  https://www.jacquilents.com/podcast-eps/story-share-moving  If you want more comfort read suggestions, check my videos on my website. https://www.jacquilents.com/bookrecs

Send us Fan Mail This is the audio version of the June 2026 Chatterbox newsletter. Jacqui talks about her trip to Scotland, upcoming author events, what is happening in her Work In Progress (The Betty Project), and gives a comfort read book recommendation. Here are links to some of the videos mentioned in the newsletter: Foyers Falls and Store https://youtube.com/shorts/S0_wvkQLzgg Highland Games https://youtube.com/shorts/X2XucRQ8rwY https://youtube.com/shorts/PxpXtRUpXsw Bagpipes https://youtube.com/shorts/7VYF5no5GTY To sign up for the newsletter go to www.jacquilents.com

Send us Fan Mail Jacqui shares an impromptu interview from her two-week holiday in Scotland after visiting Foyers Waterfall and warming up in the local cafe. She talks with Olivia Grant, operations manager of Boleskine Community Care, a charity that recently bought the Foyers shop, cafe, and post office. Olivia explains that the community purchased the only shop on a 35-mile stretch to prevent it from becoming an Airbnb and to preserve essential services and social connections in a rural area. They are raising £60,000 in community shares for working capital. Hear about author updates and upcoming events, plans more Scotland episodes in the fall, invites story submissions, and shares a small win of folding laundry. Info/links: Foyers Stores & Cafe https://www.instagram.com/foyers_stores_and_cafe/  https://www.facebook.com/foyersfalls/  How to Invest https://www.foyerscommunitystores.com/share-offer    Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author (link) IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Magnificent Scotland by Geoff Harvey Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail Warning: This is what happens when the podcast editor (Jacqui) takes off, and we’re left with raw audio. Jacqui returns after a winter break from podcasting and writing. She recharged in January by reading heavily and shares where listeners can find her book recommendations. She embraces a more “middle of the road” mindset, inspired by Melanie Sanders’ “We Do Not Care Club,” and recounts a funny “bra off” flexibility story with a friend. After a reality check, she ramps up work on The Betty Project (book two in the Cobb Project series) aiming for 10,000 words a week and hitting 30,000 words in three weeks. Find out about the Third Coast Author and Book Festival in Grand Haven on March 21. Jacqui rambles about how love songs can fit friendships, playlists for her books, and her uncertain plan for season five.   Mentioned in the episode: Melani Sanders - The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are JJ Heller - Better Together Indie Elliott & Paul Stanborough - Better Together Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author (link) IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming and humorous episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, Jacqui highlights two captivating non-fiction stories: Lisa Morrow’s vivid tale of shopping for a wedding dress in Istanbul from her book 'Exploring Turkish Landscapes', and Susan Rashid Horn’s comical adventure navigating a Mexican market.    Info/links from guest Lisa Morrow www.insideoutinistanbul.com https://www.facebook.com/InsideOutInIstanbul @IOIILisaMorrow @goreme1990.bsky.social https://www.instagram.com/insideoutinistanbul/   Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Jacqui Just Chatters, host Jacqui interviews author Veronica Leigh. They discuss their journeys with celebrating small victories and the struggle of dealing with health issues. Leigh opens up about her struggles with agoraphobia and their impact on her life. She also shares insights into her novel, 'The Keeper of Lost Daughters,' its historical context, and the inspiration behind her upcoming trilogy about a lady sheriff in 1930s Indiana.  Links:  website is: http://veronicaleighauthor.wordpress.com  FB page is: http://www.facebook.com/veronicaleighauthor  instagram is: http://www.instagram.com/veronicaleighauthor Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail Warning: Adult Language Used Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and HBO’s The Gilded Age In this lively episode of the 'Jacqui Just Chatters' podcast, hostess Jacqui Lents dives into the quirky and competitive world of 1913 Newport society, where debutantes danced for miles to win a jeweled pedometer. Joined by guests Hillary and Mandy, they explore the fascinating and humorous history of pedometer dancing and reflect on modern fitness fads and historical wealth disparities. The episode offers a blend of historical anecdotes, personal stories, and insightful discussions on the frivolities and extravagances of the Gilded Age. Info/links from topic: https://www.loc.gov/resource/sn85038615/1913-08-24/ed-1/?sp=52&q=Fad&r=-0.024,0.201,0.513,0.307,0  https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/surveillance-and-the-secret-history-of-19th-century-wearable-tech/   Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, host Jacqui shares three heartwarming and inspiring stories submitted by talented women writers. The first story by Kristie Hayes chronicles her journey with a high-energy dog that leads her to form a unique bond with an eclectic group of neighbors. Laura Garden's essay conveys the mesmerizing natural wonders and challenges of conservation work in Queensland, Australia. Holly Gutwillinger offers a fictional tale centered around a rekindled childhood connection and the emotional journey of opening one's heart anew.    Info/links from guests:   Laura Garden @lauragardenwrites bluesky: @lauragarden.bsky.social  Substack: https://lauragarden.substack.com/   Holly Gutwillinger hollybrisson.substack.com   Instagram @ rambling_from_the_little_shed https://ramblingsfromthelittleshed.com/    Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality Please Calm My Mind – music for video Calm Piano Music – Clavier Music Emotional Piano Music – SigmaMusicArt Sedative - music for video Calm Solo Piano Music – Prelude SigmaMusicArt Breeze - Clavier Music Inspiring Piano Music – ProductionMusic Deep – Ruslan Sikunov Soft Bird sound -  u svsdvj1jb8 Celtic Harp – jumping bunny Classical Strings Violin Music Original soundtrack Cosy Quirky Comedy – Nikita Kondrashev Quiet Life – alana Jordan Under the Sky – Hoggy Art Can’t Get You Out of my Mind – poulj

Send us Fan Mail Warning: some adult language is used in this episode. In this episode of 'Jacqui Just Chatters,' host Jacqui Lents is joined by Eve Simon, the founder of Eve Simon Creative and co-host of the 'Gen X Stories' podcast. They discuss a range of topics from the significance of small wins in life to the importance of storytelling. Eve shares personal anecdotes about grieving the loss of her father and how small victories have helped her cope. The conversation also delves into the power of recognizing and celebrating small achievements, supporting others, and being mindful of the impact one has on the world. This heartfelt episode underscores the importance of cherishing life's little moments and the therapeutic nature of storytelling. Eve's Website Eve's Podcast - Gen X Stories https://hr.umn.edu/supervising/news/Small-Wins-Big-Impact-Recognizing-and-Celebrating-Progress-Work https://www.lochby.com/blogs/blog/why-celebrate-small-wins?srsltid=AfmBOoqem24rWSV4Ui980ILCieYJ3QRa-bScXhW7A2so2KSu3jlwtGg6  Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, host Jacqui gathers listeners for a cozy session of storytelling. This episode of the Story Share series features two remarkable short stories: 'A Romance in an Unromantic Place' by Wil Emerson and 'Interwoven' by Shirley Hay. These tales explore themes of resilience, connection, and love in the face of adversity. Their deeply human narratives invite listeners to find inspiration and warmth in each character's journey. The episode concludes with a note of gratitude to the contributing authors and a teaser for the next episode, which focuses on small wins, featuring guest Eve Simon from the Gen X Stories podcast.  Info/links from guests: Wil A. Emerson www.wilemerson.com  https://www.facebook.com/wil.emerson   Shirley Hay https://www.instagram.com/shirleyhaywrites/ https://www.facebook.com/shirley.hay.1420     Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality Country adventure Dvir Silverstone  Country drive alanajordan Sad piano background music Tunetank Dedpression krym1964 Instrumental Acoustic Guitar Music Tunetank Sad piano instrumental background music trtasfiq Bittersweet - Instrumental surfohi Echos of us techbharti Falling into place HoggyArt

Send us Fan Mail WARNING – SOME ADULT LANGUAGE USED In this lively episode of the Jacqui Just Chatter podcast, hostess Jacqui Lents dives into historical oddities and engaging conversations with guests Tiffany and Sonia. The trio engages in a spirited chat about fall book recommendations before transitioning to the intriguing story of Fern Hobbes—a pioneering woman who, in 1914, demanded law and order in a lawless Oregon town, captivating the podcast's audience with her fearless actions. This episode also explores the bizarre historical phenomenon of sending children via parcel post in the early 20th century. With humor, sass, and insightful commentary, this episode promises a mix of historical facts and fun banter that keeps listeners entertained from start to finish.   Info/links from guest/topic:   Sonia https://www.instagram.com/sonia.with.an.i/ https://www.youtube.com/@Soniawithani   Tiffany https://www.instagram.com/the_beachbum_bookworm/ https://www.youtube.com/@theBeachbumbookworm   Topics https://shannahatfield.com/women-in-history-month-with-fern-hobbs/ How a young woman declared martial law in an Oregon town and struck a blow for gender equality - oregonlive.com   Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille's Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality