Amra 's Armchair Anecdotes
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.
Podcasting since 2025 • 20 episodes
Amra 's Armchair Anecdotes
Latest Episodes
Early Menopause, Real Talk: A conversation with Antoinette about POI
We 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 fog, grief over lost choice, and how to advocate for better...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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58:56
From Shy Teen To Stage: A conversation with Veronica Ho
Today 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 boundaries matter, and how perimenopause reshapes health g...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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38:23
Three Minutes To Matter: A conversation with Dr Katherine Firth
Amra 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 the path from department heat to university win to Asia–Pacif...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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51:42
Building an indie literary life: A conversation with Koraly Dimitriadis
We 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 founding a press to touring internationally, we share tactics, har...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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54:48
From Booth to Business: A conversation with Nina Nikolic
I 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 voice in an AI world. Along the way we swap practical syst...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:01:25