Who hosts The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words?

The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words is hosted by Rich Ehisen. They have published 112 episodes. The show covers arts, with a books focus.

What has The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Lisa de Nikolits", "The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Gary Phillips", and "The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Curtis Ippolito". The latest went out on 4 Sep 2026 and ran about 50 minutes. Reading two or three of these before pitching is the fastest way to see what the show actually books.

How often does The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words publish?

The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words publishes monthly, a median of 18 days between episodes. Episodes average about 49 minutes. The back catalogue stands at 112 episodes. A show on this cadence plans ahead, so pitch earlier rather than closer to the date you want.

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For The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words, Booking Probability sits at 33/100, Listen Score at 29/100, and the guest bar is around 80/100. The show has not signalled guest openness recently, which raises the bar on relevance. There is no verified contact on file, so the show website is the route in.

Who should pitch The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words?

The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words covers literature, crime fiction, writing, mystery, so guests who can speak to those specifically fit best. The show carries an audience score of 5/100. Lead with a specific result you can describe in numbers rather than a job title, and tie it to something the show has already covered.

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The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words

Hosted by Rich Ehisen · arts · EN-US · 112 episodes

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Host Rich Ehisen talks with a wide range of successful writers who share with him insights into their work, the creative process and the publishing industry.

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What is The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words?

The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words is a arts podcast hosted by Rich Ehisen, with 112 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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Rich Ehisen hosts The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words, a arts show with 112 episodes published.

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The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Lisa de Nikolits
Sep 4, 202650 min
My guest today is an old friend of the show who is returning for the first time in a few years to talk about her new book and, as always, to share some insights into writing and publishing in these crazy times. Her new book, THAT TIME I KILLED YOU, is another tense thriller that deals with the dark side of human nature and the secrets we all keep. Lisa de Nikolits, welcome back to the Open Mic!
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Episode #10
The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Gary Phillips
Jul 13, 202652 minS7
My guest today can legitimately be called one of the true legends of the Los Angeles writing scene. Gary Phillips has written scores of crime fiction novels, a dozen graphic novels, numerous short stories and edited or co-edited many other anthologies. His latest novel, THE HAUL, comes out today (July 14th). I’m reading it right now and it is of course fantastic. He’s here with me today to talk about the new book as well as his other work and all things writing and beyond.
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Episode #9
The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Curtis Ippolito
Jun 25, 202640 minS7
My guest this week is a fabulous short story writer, anthology editor and novelist. His new book Waves of Burden drops today (June 24), so he is here for his first return visit to the show to talk about that and all things writing and publishing. Please welcome Curtis Ippolito to the Open Mic!
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Episode #8
The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with LaToya Jovena
Jun 16, 202648 minS7
My guest today might best be described as a true up-and-comer in the crime fiction world. She is a highly respected short story writer whose work has appeared many times in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine and Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine, two of the industry’s heavyweight publications. One of her stories was later included in the 2024 edition of Best American Mystery and Suspense alongside the likes of folks like Tracy Clark, S.A. Cosby and Dennis Lehane – not bad company. She’s here with me today to talk about her work, the art of the story and her current work in progress – her first novel. Please welcome LaToya Jovena to the Open Mic.
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Episode #7
The Open Mic: Writers in Their Own Words with Mary Thorson
May 27, 202644 minS7
Mary Thorson has been called one of the best under-sung writers on the scene today, and her work has been published in The Los Angeles Review, Reckon Review, Cotton Xenomorph, Milwaukee Noir, Worcester Review, Rock and a Hard Place, Tough and anthologies like Bishop Rider Lives and On Fire and Under Water. Two of her stories – “The Book of Ruth” and “Casadastraphobia” – were selections for the renowned annual The Best American Mystery and Suspense collection in 2024 and 2025. Best yet, her debut short story collection, A Woman’s Guide to True Crime, came out in March. Please welcome Mary Thorson to the Open Mic.
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