Author Jaye Pool joins us to share how writing became her way out of religious control, grief, and silence. From losing her faith to reconnecting with her birth mother, and finally reclaiming her voice through fiction — this is a story of emotional healing, identity, and courage.

🎙 Topics we explore:

• Growing up in Detroit & faith tensions

• Losing control, finding clarity

• Writing as a tool for emotional healing

• Publishing her debut books Make Me Free & To Die Is Gain

This episode is a journey through loss, growth, and liberation.

Chapters

00:00 Jaye Pool: The Indie Author Journey

04:33 Growing Up in Detroit: A Personal Narrative

07:44 The Impact of Community and Family Dynamics

10:30 The Role of Writing in Personal Healing

13:29 Inspiration from Music and Culture

16:38 The Transition from Academia to Podcasting

19:38 Finding Voice Through Storytelling

22:28 Podcasting as a Platform for Expression

25:36 The Art of Storytelling in Podcasting

27:25 The Challenge of Solo Podcasting

27:53 Exploring Early Life and Faith

29:52 Navigating Different Religious Influences

32:42 The Impact of Evangelicalism and Purity Culture

35:48 The Journey of Deconstruction Begins

41:00 Confronting Homophobia in Faith

44:46 The Role of Grief in Personal Growth

53:46 Writing as a Tool for Healing

01:00:55 The Decision to Self-Publish

01:06:26 Facing Fears and Vulnerability in Storytelling

01:08:43 The Significance of Place in Narrative

01:11:44 The Boomerang Town: Community and Belonging

01:14:35 The Journey of an Author: From Writing to Publication

01:16:18 The Evolution of Purpose as an Author

01:23:23 Advice for Aspiring Writers and Creators