In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin sits down with Aviv Martin Rubenstein, singer, guitarist, and lyricist of Jacob the Horse, for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, structure, and surviving the long haul of making art.

Aviv shares the unlikely origin story behind the band’s name, what it really takes to keep a band together for over a decade, and how his work as a screenwriter and screenwriting instructor deeply influences the way he writes songs. From invisible structure and unresolved endings to why “thinking about writing” still counts as writing, this episode dives into the craft behind the music.

They also discuss Jacob the Horse’s upcoming album, At Least It’s Almost Over, the process of resurrecting songs from the vault, and making art in a world that often feels like it’s on fire.

✨ Plus: Erin debuts an exclusive early sound bite from a brand-new Jacob the Horse song dropping later this month.

Listen in for sharp insights, dry humor, creative honesty—and a sneak peek you won’t hear anywhere else.

Where you can find Aviv and Jacob The Horse:

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What happens when science, storytelling, and nerd culture collide?

In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin Egnatz sits down with Ryan Consell, author of the middle-grade fantasy series Stealing From Wizards, engineering instructor, and unapologetic nerd culture enthusiast.

Ryan talks about using storytelling to make science more accessible, writing complex emotional arcs for middle-grade readers, and what it’s really like to close out a beloved series after eight years. The conversation dives into found family, celebrating misfits, teaching through metaphor, and why joy and humor are essential to both learning and fiction.

Plus — we ask the truly important question: Which fictional universe deserves a full scientific analysis?
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What if reinvention isn’t a detour, but rather the point?

In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin Egnatz sits down with Trinette Faint, a storyteller and creative entrepreneur whose career defies timelines and expectations. From beginning her journey as an international model in France at 19, to working with major Hollywood production companies and spending over six years at Google, Trinette has continuously evolved—never allowing one chapter to define her.

A published novelist turned screenwriter and filmmaker, Trinette earned a Feature Film Writing certificate from UCLA at 53, with multiple TV pilots placing as semi-finalists in the ScreenCraft competition. Most recently, she wrote, produced, and starred in a short film that was accepted into the Berlin Film Festival—where she was also awarded Best Actress.

In this conversation, Trinette shares what it means to redefine success, take up space as a Black woman in creative industries, pivot fearlessly at any stage of life, and keep choosing growth over comfort. This is a powerful reminder that there is no expiration date on dreams—and the boldest plot twists often come from rewriting the script yourself.

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In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin sits down with recording artist, actress, TV host, and entrepreneur Keldamuzik, also known as The Diva, for a high-energy conversation about storytelling through music, performance, and presence.

From commanding international stages to hearing her songs land in major reality TV moments, Keldamuzik shares how rhythm, emotion, and character shape her creative process. The conversation explores her journey from recording her first album to building a multi-platform brand that includes film, live performance, community events, and her streaming talk show, Diva Talk Tonite.

Keldamuzik also opens up about redefining what it means to be a “diva,” supporting other artists through events like Diva Fest, and dismantling the myth of overnight success in the entertainment industry.

This episode is a reminder that storytelling isn’t confined to one medium; it moves through sound, stage, and screen, and that owning your narrative is the ultimate creative power.

Where to find Keldamuzik:

• Keldamuzik aka DIVA | Artist | Actress | Entrepreneur | Host
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In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, Erin sits down with Anastasia Drinevskaya, a producer, film director, and creative entrepreneur whose career spans podcasting, film, music, theatre, and strategic media.

Anastasia shares her journey from prime-time television and editorial leadership in Russia to producing influential podcasts like Business Untitled in New York City. Together, they explore podcasts as powerful content engines, the role of discipline over motivation, and why storytelling must evolve across platforms—from audio to stage to screen—without losing its soul.

This conversation dives deep into:

• Podcast production as both an art form and a strategic tool

• Why repurposing content doesn’t have to dilute its meaning

• The myth of “talent” and the power of discipline and consistency

• Creative courage, experimentation, and dreaming without self-imposed limits

• Building a multi-hyphenate career without abandoning joy

Anastasia also opens up about her upcoming short film, her return to music and poetry, and why creators must learn to value their work—even when the results aren’t immediately visible.

If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or storyteller navigating pressure to niche down—or wondering whether it’s too late to begin again—this episode is your reminder that the process matters just as much as the outcome.

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Welcome back to Plot Twist Radio , where we celebrate the weird, the wild, and the “how did you even write this?” moments of creativity.

Today’s guest is Eric Magun, a filmmaker and screenwriter turned award-winning novelist, and his new psychological thriller, Thank God For The Sinners, is making serious noise in the thriller and horror space.

This isn’t one of those calm, quiet writing-process stories. Eric wrote this book in full chaos mode : punk rock blasting, lyrics being screamed at the top of his lungs, chapters written out of order like emotional flashbacks, and a method-acting approach so intense it left him completely drained after sessions.

So if you’ve ever wondered what happens when a writer goes all in… you’re about to find out.

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Today’s guest is someone who lives at the intersection of humor, music, and meaning. Will Ettante is a lifelong musician and performer whose path has taken him through entrepreneurship, venture capital, and corporate coaching—yet music has always remained at the center of his story.

With absurdist lyrics, sharp wit, and an unmistakable emotional honesty, Will transforms everyday chaos into songs that are as funny as they are sincere. His work explores grief, parenthood, love, aging, and the strange beauty of life’s messiest moments—using humor not to avoid the hard stuff, but to walk straight through it.

After experiencing profound loss—losing both his mother and his brother within a single month—Will’s music became a tool for connection, healing, and shared humanity. Whether he’s on stage, in a boardroom, or writing with a guitar in hand, his goal remains the same: to bring light, joy, and a sense of togetherness to the heaviest and most mundane parts of life.

This conversation is thoughtful, funny, and deeply human—so settle in.

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Today on Plot Twist Radio, Erin interviews Jesse Kavadlo — an author, musician, and professor whose work lives at the intersection of sound and story. Jesse’s upcoming book, Rock of Pages: The Literary Tradition of 1980s Heavy Metal (releasing December 11), explores how the music of the 80s wasn’t just loud… it was meaningful, mythic, and deeply literary.

Jesse shares how he wrote the book with music and music videos playing in the background, using the atmosphere of heavy metal to shape both mood and meaning on the page. He also talks about the unique creative rhythm of switching between writing and guitar practice — and how playing in a popular 80s hard rock tribute band keeps him connected to the pulse of the genre.

Whether you’re a writer looking for new ways to tap into inspiration, a music lover who knows lyrics can be poetry, or someone who’s curious about the cultural legacy of heavy metal, this conversation delivers insight, humor, and a serious love of creative craft.

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