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Welcome to Amra’s Armchair Anecdotes! I’m Amra Pajalić—
writer, teacher, and storyteller. Pull up a chair, and let’s dive into
stories about writing, life, and lessons learned—sharing wisdom
from my armchair to yours.
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Recent Episodes
S2E22 22-When Creativity Meets the Carnivore Diet: A conversation with Vicki E. Stergiannis
The conversation with Vicki explores the themes of unexpected life changes, the dance with the universe, the intersection of art therapy and social events, the therapeutic value of mandalas, the role…
S2E21 21-Breaking The Cycle: Trauma, Truth, And Creative Courage With Ruth Clare
Ruth Clare's conversation with Amra Pajalic delves into the impact of trauma on the nervous system, the intersection of lived experience and research, and the advocacy for families affected by war…
S1E21 20.5-Season 1 Highlights Reel
Amra's Armchair Anecdotes Episodes 11–20 were where the conversations deepened—and got a lot more honest.This run of Amra’s Armchair Anecdotes moves through early menopause and POI, refugee identity,…
S1E20 20-Early Menopause, Real Talk: A conversation with Antoinette about POI
Send us a textWe share Antoinette’s story of premature ovarian insufficiency at 41, the harm of being dismissed, and the relief and clarity that came with HRT. We open up about rage, insomnia, brain…
S1E19 19-From Shy Teen To Stage: A conversation with Veronica Ho
Send us a textToday I talk to my best friend, Veronica Ho and as two longtime friends we trace a candid path from quiet teen years to midlife strength, exploring how weightlifting became therapy, why…
S1E18 18-Three Minutes To Matter: A conversation with Dr Katherine Firth
Send us a textAmra sits down with Dr Katherine Firth to unpack how the Three Minute Thesis turns complex research into a clear, human story and why that skill changes academic careers. Amra shares…
S1E17 17-Building an indie literary life: A conversation with Koraly Dimitriadis
Send us a textWe sit with poet and filmmaker Koraly Dimitriades to unpack gatekeeping, creative autonomy, and how to build a writing life that answers to the work, not the establishment. From…
S1E16 16-From Booth to Business: A conversation with Nina Nikolic
Send us a textI sit down with actor and narrator Nina Nikolic to unpack the craft and business of voice work, from emotional performance and character choices to contracts, rates, and protecting your…
S1E15 15-Resilience Runs in Our Ink: A Conversation with Demet Divaroren
Send us a textTwo award-winning authors discuss the transformative journey from rejection to publication and how fantasy fiction creates space to process real-world challenges.• Demet shares her…
S1E14 14-From Street Art to Gallery Walls: An interview with Lukas Kasper
Send us a textMelbourne-based artist Lukas Kasper shares his journey from skateboarding graffiti artist to internationally recognized muralist working across Australia, North America and Southeast…
S1E13 13-Embracing Neurodiversity in a Square-Peg World: A conversation with Lee Agius
Send us a textLee Agius shares her journey from sculptor to art therapist, revealing how chance encounters and supportive mentors helped her discover her creative path despite early educational…
S1E12 12-Dancing Through Life's Transitions: A conversation with Tania Segura
Send us a textTania shares her journey from mother of three to co-founder of Melbourne's vibrant Cuban dance crew Rakata, exploring how a single dance class at age 30 completely transformed her life…
S1E11 11-The Refugee Writer's Journey: A Conversation with Fikret Pajalic
Send us a textWriter Fikret Pajalic shares his journey from Bosnian refugee to published author, exploring how personal trauma became award-winning fiction through determination and craft. His short…
S1E10 10-Marketing Magic: How to Sell Your Book Without Selling Your Soul
Send us a textWe explore how to market your book effectively without compromising your values or feeling overwhelmed. This episode offers practical strategies from metadata optimisation to social…
S1E9 9-The Business Side of Being an Author
Send us a textBeing a successful author requires more than just writing skills – it means embracing entrepreneurship and developing a sustainable business model that supports your creative practice.•…
S1E8 8-Own the Stage: Mastering Author Events
Send us a textAuthor public appearances require preparation, presence, and practice to create memorable, professional experiences for audiences while building your platform and connection with…
S1E7 7-From Wounds to Words: Transforming Trauma into Powerful Storytelling
Send us a textAmra explores how our deepest wounds can be transformed through writing, sharing personal stories about growing up with a mother who had bipolar disorder and how that shaped her…
S1E6 6-The Evolution of an Author: From Young Reader to Award-Winning Writer
Send us a textAmra shares her personal journey from childhood reader to award-winning author, exploring how she discovered her authentic voice after years of commercial detours and rejections.•…
S1E5 5-The Power of Short Stories in Building Your Publication Portfolio
Send us a textShort stories offer writers a powerful pathway to develop craft, find their voice, build publication history, and create stepping stones toward novel publication success.• Short stories…
S1E4 4-Balancing the Pen and Paycheck
Send us a textCreative writers with full-time jobs face unique challenges balancing their passion with their paycheck. I share my 30-year journey navigating the worlds of teaching and writing,…
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Amra 's Armchair Anecdotes has published 23 episodes since February 2025, covering topics in Arts, Books.
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