Buying Local Podcast · Episode 42 · September 9, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Self-Publishing and Storytelling with Jay Ingleston | Buying Local S3E42
In this episode of the Buying Local Podcast, host Mike Nelson welcomes back author and storyteller Jay Ingleston for an in-depth conversation about his new book Only So Many Times, the creative process behind self-publishing, and the personal stories of family, fatherhood, and resilience that inspire his writing. Jay also shares insights into his journey as a writer, his experiences with Kindle Direct Publishing, and how moments from everyday life have shaped his work and perspective. You can listen to the Buying Local Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube. You can find Jay Ingleston’s books on Amazon and connect with him on TikTok at @jayingleston . 00:00 – Welcome & introductions 02:30 – Jay’s journey into publishing with Kindle Direct Publishing 05:15 – Early podcasting struggles & lessons learned 07:30 – Jay’s upcoming wedding and life updates 10:00 – Inspiration behind Jay’s latest book Only So Many Times 13:20 – Family stories and life lessons from Jay’s grandfather 17:00 – Life on tugboats and canal adventures 20:10 – Reflections on big families and changing times 23:00 – How Jay began writing and his early influences 27:30 – The push to finally publish his first book 30:45 – Challenges of self-publishing and formatting 34:10 – Behind the cover design of Only So Many Times 36:00 – The meaning of fleeting moments with children 39:00 – Vulnerability in writing and overcoming imposter syndrome 41:15 – Jay’s TikTok presence and 59k+ followers 44:00 – Farming life: pigs, chickens, and turkeys 47:30 – Funny family moments caught on video 50:00 – Jay’s daughter, wrestling, and women in sports 52:30 – Where to find Jay’s books and Amazon rankings 55:00 – Upcoming projects, including Echoes in the Walls 57:00 – Reflections on creativity, goals, and legacy