Bestselling authors Alix Strauss (The Joy of Funerals) and Nicola Kraus (The Best We Could Hope For, co-author of The Nanny Diaries) join Login to talk about being and writing, telling the truth on the page, and creating realistic women in full color. They dig into character first storytelling, structure that reveals who people really are, and the balance between honesty and “likable.” We cover process, accountability partners, acting backgrounds that sharpen dialogue, handling rejection without losing heart, and keeping your creative bucket full with real life and art. There is practical advice on deadlines you invent, feedback you should keep, and why a physical book can deepen the relationship with readers. If you are building a writing life, this conversation is warm, useful, and energizing.

Alan Alda needs no introduction… but here’s mine anyway. Emmy-winning actor, writer, director, and host of Clear and Vivid, Alan has spent decades showing the world the power of curiosity, empathy, and listening - and has devoted much of his life to helping people communicate better.

In this episode, we talk about what 350+ podcast conversations have taught him about human nature, why a hostage negotiator’s playbook works just as well in a marriage, and how to turn any interaction into a true exchange. We dig into the difference between hearing someone and really understanding them - and why that skill might just be the most valuable one you can have.

Alan continues to be a guiding light for millions, and having him on Login was an absolute honor.

In this episode, the team behind The Innovators Den shares their journey from humble New York beginnings to creating a successful advertising agency. Together they've built out their own podcast channel -- and expanded it into a podcast network, marketed their own brands, and run ads for an array of interesting clients. From navigating hard lessons to experimenting with online creation, they discuss the power of persistence, flexibility, and of building with purpose. Tune in for valuable insights on entrepreneurship, the importance of customer service, and the art of consistent content creation.