Opinions of a Wolf

I’ve always believed that stories aren’t only told through what we read with our eyes (or fingers, in the case of braille)—they’re also heard. But up until now, most of my content has focused on the visual. After months of writing, recording, and researching, I’m thrilled to share something new:

🎧 Acutely Amanda: Fiction, Folklore, & Fiber Arts officially launched today!

Whether you’ve been reading my blog for years or just found me while searching for a book review of Maybe in Another Life, this podcast brings together the threads of everything I love—fiction, folklore, and fiber arts.

What is Acutely Amanda?

Each season of the Acutely Amanda podcast has its own focus:

🌀 Odd-numbered seasons center on fiction and the writing life—featuring microfiction, drabbles, and flash fiction paired with behind-the-scenes insights and craft discussions.

🧶 Even-numbered seasons (coming soon!) shift gears into the world of making—crochet, sewing, needlework, and more—with fascinating facts about each craft and its history.

Season 1 includes 10 bite-sized episodes exploring themes like grief, queerness, housing, and aging—all wrapped in compelling short stories and thoughtful commentary.
If you’ve ever wished my blog had a podcast sidekick, this is it.

📅 New episodes drop every Tuesday at noon ET.

🎧 Where to Listen

• Watch on YouTube 
• Listen on Spotify 
• Apple Podcasts 
• Sign up for my newsletter to get a sneak preview of Season 3 delivered to your inbox.

Why a Podcast?

Over the years, many of you have told me you love my stories and blog—but that audio works better for how you process and enjoy content. I wanted to make my storytelling more accessible, and podcasting felt like the natural next step.

As I worked on Season 1, I realized I wanted to give space to another passion—crafting. So I built a format that celebrates both:
✨ The real life behind the stories, and the stories behind the stitches.

And yes, the very first episode features a duck named Big Boye. 🦆

Support & Sneak Peeks

📬 Subscribe to the newsletter for sneak previews of future seasons
☕ Support me on Ko-fi to help keep the podcast going (and growing!)

Thank you for reading, listening, and stitching this journey together with me. I can’t wait to hear what you think. 💙