{"podcast":{"title":"Two Chicks and a Plot Twist","slug":"two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287","podcast_index_feed_id":7115287,"rss_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/fd2f50b4/podcast/rss","website_url":"https://linktr.ee/TwoChicksandaPlotTwist?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=6c37f15a-b59a-4afa-a173-1e6f387cd2b0","image_url":"https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_nologo/42377365/42377365-1730772010056-aa4463b1b5441.jpg","author":"McCayleigh Daniels, Haley Rogers","episode_count":134,"summary":"Two Chicks and a Plot Twist is your go-to podcast for all things bookish! Join McCayleigh and Haley every Thursday as they dive into trending reads, explore the world of new and seasoned authors, and dish out their favorite plot twists. From deep discussions on the latest literary hits to behind-the-scenes insights from the book and publishing industry, this podcast is perfect for anyone who loves to get lost in a good story. Whether you’re here for the reviews, recommendations, or author interviews, there’s always something new to discover. Let’s talk books!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-29T08:19:44.442707+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287"},"episode":{"title":"SEASON 2 FAVES: Planning Fantasy Book Events: How Tea and Tropes Owner Brianna Transforms Passion into Epic Conventions!","slug":"season-2-faves-planning-fantasy-book-events-how-tea-and-tropes-owner-brianna-transforms-passion-into-epic-conventions","published_at":"2026-07-16T12:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287/season-2-faves-planning-fantasy-book-events-how-tea-and-tropes-owner-brianna-transforms-passion-into-epic-conventions","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287","url":"https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mccayleigh-daniels/episodes/SEASON-2-FAVES-Planning-Fantasy-Book-Events-How-Tea-and-Tropes-Owner-Brianna-Transforms-Passion-into-Epic-Conventions-e3lql50","audio_url":"https://anchor.fm/s/fd2f50b4/podcast/play/122557024/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-8%2F427585891-44100-2-df36db919927c.mp3","summary":"Most fantasy fans don’t realize how magical and crazy organizing a themed event really is. Brianna, creator of Tea and Tropes, reveals how she built a thriving community and turns her passion into epic live experiences, from her first Comic-Con BLAST to her upcoming Nashville and Arizona events that sell out in YEARS. In this episode, Brianna shares the rollercoaster journey from starting a niche podcast about fantasy tropes to planning multi-day conventions that attract bestselling authors and thousands of fans. She reveals the insider secrets on securing top authors like Stephanie Garber and Pierce Brown, even pulling off appearances from Ireland’s Sarah Reese Brennan, all while managing a $20,000 personal loan to launch her first event. You'll discover how her wedding planning background taught her to adapt on the fly and how she’s creating fully themed, Greek-God-inspired festivals that mix bookish market stalls, carnival games, and live performances. We break down the meticulous planning that goes into booking venues two to three years out, overcoming venue rejection, and building trust with the author community, all without a big team. Brianna shares her unexpected challenges, like navigating brutal venue negotiations and handling walkie talkies, all to create immersive, outdoor experiences that readers dream about. Plus, you'll hear her tips on reaching out to authors, dropping rejection fears, and the surprising support from her community that made these dreams a reality. Why does this matter? Because building a thriving author-reader world outside conventional publishing is a game-changer. Brianna’s story shows that with boldness, resilience, and a sprinkle of fairy-tale magic, you can create events that unite passionate fans and authors in ways digital alone…","meta_description":"Most fantasy fans don’t realize how magical and crazy organizing a themed event really is. Brianna, creator of Tea and Tropes, reveals how she built a thr…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2214,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287/episodes/season-2-faves-planning-fantasy-book-events-how-tea-and-tropes-owner-brianna-transforms-passion-into-epic-conventions/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/two-chicks-and-a-plot-twist-7115287/season-2-faves-planning-fantasy-book-events-how-tea-and-tropes-owner-brianna-transforms-passion-into-epic-conventions.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}