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Episode 38: How to Raise Your Freelance Writing Rates with Austin Church of Freelance Cake

Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews freelance coach Austin Church who breaks down the pricing playbook every writer needs to create a thriving business on their own terms.
Episode 37: Freelance Success Strategies I Learned at the ASJA Conference

Ashley Cisneros Mejia shares major lessons from the 2025 ASJA Conference including networking tips, media insights, and why skills like podcasting and video storytelling are shaping the future…
Episode 36: How to Thrive in Freelance by Thinking Like a CEO with Rod Colón

Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews career coach and master networker Rod Colón about ways that freelancers can adopt a CEO mindset.
Episode 35: From Writing to Consulting – Freelance Success and Giving Back with Mara Shorr

Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews business consultant Mara Shorr about tactical tips for freelance growth and meaningful advocacy.
Episode 34: From Freelancer to Bestselling Author — Writing Lessons from Newbery Medalist Jerry Craft

Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews Newbery Medalist Jerry Craft about what it takes to be a bestselling author.
Episode 33: Why Authentic Writing Wins with Medium CEO Tony Stubblebine
- September 12, 2024
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Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews Tony Stubblebine, CEO of Medium.com, about how the platform empowers freelance writers by prioritizing authentic content and offering unique compensation…
Episode 32: Freelance Breakthroughs – Priya Joi on Science, Identity, and Motherhood
- August 1, 2024
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Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews freelance science journalist Priya Joi about her experiences working in global health communications for more than 25 years.
Episode 31: How to Go From Freelancer To Professor with Jenna Spinelle

Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews freelance writer, university instructor and podcaster Jenna Spinelle about advice for freelancers looking to enter academia.
Episode 30: How Niche Freelance Writing Can Elevate Your Career with Birder Bryony Angell
- June 21, 2024
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Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews freelance writer Bryony Angell who shares how identifying a niche in birding media took her career to new heights.
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Episode 29: How to Juggle a Full-time Job and Freelance Side Hustle Without Losing Your Mind with Donna Raphael
- May 6, 2024
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Ashley Cisneros Mejia interviews project manager and composer Donna Raphael who shares her secrets for excelling at both a full-time job and thriving freelance side hustles through meticulous…