Show overview
I Got Nothing has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 29 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 10 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence, with the show now in its 4th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 19 min and 34 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Arts show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 4 months ago. The busiest year was 2021, with 7 episodes published. Published by Leani Lopez.
From the publisher
A podcast for exhausted writers, by a very exhausted writer.
Latest Episodes
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S4 Ep 28Episode 028 - Demystifying Publishing with H.R. Gordon
Host Leani is joined by author and publisher H.R. Gordon, who explains the difference between traditional and indie publishing as they discuss the transition from writer to publisher, putting creativity first, and writing through trauma. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, H.R's Website, H.R's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 27Episode 027 - Always Learning with Christina Diane
Author Christina Diane sits down with Leani to discuss when writing sneaks up on you, how to write for yourself, and being motivated by creativity. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, Christina's Website, Christina's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 26Episode 026 - Immersed in Writing with Marc MacDonald
Join host Leani and author Marc MacDonald as they talk about their different writing experiences, using immersion in writing, and working on sequels. Links: I Got Nothing Instagram, Marc's Website, Marc's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 25Episode 025 - Don't Stop Writing with D.W. Brooks
Author D.W. Brooks joins Leani to discuss wearing lots of hats, the thrills of finishing a book, and pantsing through the creative process. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, D.W's Website, D.W.'s Instagram, D.W.'s Facebook, D.W's TiKTok, D.W.'s Bsky Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 24Episode 024 - Something to Say with Erica Sherlock
Host Leani sits down with author Erica Sherlock to chat about how writing never leaves you alone, focusing on the positives, and honoring writer's block. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Erica's Website, Erica's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 23Episode 023 - Can't Control the Vibe with Ana Blessing
Author Ana Blessing joins Leani to discuss how it feels to finish your first book, being perceived, trusting the process, and building a community. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Ana's Website, Ana's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 22Episode 022 - The Writing Journey with Ria Jain
Host Leani chats with author Ria Jain about how the writing journey is more important than the outcome, the hidden side of pregnancy, and how her daughter has inspired her. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Ria's Instagram, Ria's Amazon Page Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 21Episode 021 - A Lid for Every Pot with Lauren Nappi
Author Lauren Nappi joins host Leani as they talk about when writing calls, letting the story tell itself, and finding a third space. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Lauren's Amazon Page, Lauren's Instagram Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
S4 Ep 20Episode 020 - Trust Yourself with Kara M. Zone
Leani sits down with author Kara M. Zone to discuss their experiences in ghostwriting, growing with the indie publishing world, and the importance of trusting yourself. Links: Battle Cry, Leani's Patreon, Kara's Website, Kara's Instagram, Kara's TikTok Music Credit: "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Season 4 Trailer
trailerAnd we're back! That's right, Season 4 of I Got Nothing is in the works! Leani shares the exciting news and what you can look forward to during the new season. Keep an eye on her revamped website for more details or join her on Patreon! Music by Kevin MacLeod
S3 Ep 19Episode 019 - Ghostwriting
Responding to a frequently asked question, Leani explains what ghostwriting is as well as the pros and cons of the medium. Author Website (www.leanilopez.com) Author Projects (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press (www.deepearthpress.com) Author Coaching Info (www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S3 Ep 18Episode 018 - Editing Process
Responding to a topic from Tumblr, Leani talks about the editing process and some tips and tricks for getting through that second draft. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Affiliated with Deep Earth Press (www.deepearthpress.com) Author Coaching Info (www.deepearthpress.com/authorcoaching) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S3 Ep 17Episode 017 - Writing Dialogue
In this episode, Leani goes over tips and tricks for writing dialogue, as well as what to avoid. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S3 Ep 16Episode 016 - Research
In this week's episode, Leani goes through the benefits of researching and offers different ways to research, as well as why it helps you become a better writer. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S3 Ep 15Episode 015 - Writing Your First Novel
Answering a prompt from a listener, Leani talks about writing her first novel and gives her thoughts on what she wished she knew back then. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S3 Ep 14Episode 014 - Inspiration
In the first episode of Season 3, Leani answers a question from a listener about what inspires her to write. Author Info (https://linktr.ee/leanimlopez) To Court Death, an episodic podcast (https://linktr.ee/tocourtdeath) Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S2 Ep 13Episode 013 - Taking Criticism
It's a hard pill to swallow this episode when Leani talks about one of the hardest parts of being a writer: taking criticism. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S2 Ep 12Episode 012 - Writing Endings
Leani responds to a topic suggested by listeners discussing tips and tricks when it comes to writing endings. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S2 Ep 11Episode 011 - Try New Things
In this episode, Leani talks about the importance of broadening your horizons and consuming new media. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
S2 Ep 10Episode 010 - Writing Process
Leani answers a question from Tumblr about her writing process and how she comes up with her story ideas. Music: Blippy Trance Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/