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How They Met Through A Fan Message
- Sarah first gained attention after writing a deeply admired essay about Tonya Harding for The Believer.
- Michael discovered Sarah via Tumblr, sent a fan message, and that exchange helped start their collaboration.
Send Fan Mail To Writers
- Write fan letters to writers you admire because small encouragements can meaningfully impact careers.
- A simple note can brighten a writer's day and sometimes lead to collaboration.
Value Of Beginner's Mind
- Sarah calls the podcast tone 'beginner's mind,' asking naive questions like 'but why?' to unsettle assumptions.
- This approach reveals hidden assumptions behind public narratives and opens new interpretations.