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Inside Scoop Live!
168 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome to The Inside Scoop Live podcast, where we bring you captivating conversations with independent authors.
In each episode, we go beyond the pages of the books and delve into the minds of the authors themselves. Our engaging host sits down with these literary maestros, providing a platform for them to share their inspirations, writing processes, and the stories behind their captivating works.
Whether you’re a devoted fan or new to their writing, The Inside Scoop Live podcast takes you on an intimate journey with authors from various genres and backgrounds.
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"How to Advocate for Your Child in Public Education" by Monika Ferenczy
July 08, 2024 16:07 - 35 minutes - 36.6 MBAn Education Consultant for over a decade, Monika Ferenczy helps students and parents make decisions regarding learning and education. Her practice focuses on finding the best solution to meet the needs of students, young or mature, to help them reach their full potential, providing relevant and timely information for sound decision-making. Considered an expert in the education sector, with certificates in Education Law and Human Rights for Education Professionals from Osgoode Hall, York U...
"The King and the Ogre" by William J. Birrell
July 01, 2024 17:55 - 31 minutes - 33.8 MBWilliam J. Birrell is a longtime educator, teaching at a well-known Canadian university for over 20 years. In addition to holding several university degrees, including a graduate degree in Education (M.Ed), William has also developed a passion for writing and telling stories. He is the proud father of three adult children and six young grandchildren. He currently lives in the Niagara Region, nestled in the heart of Southern Ontario Learn more about William burl and his work at https://will...
"A Day at the Waterhole" by James Marck
June 27, 2024 13:49 - 27 minutes - 29 MBJames Marck was a journalist, author, artist and musician. He was a devoted husband, brother, uncle and friend to many. James was a kind and gentle person with a huge heart. James grew up in Burlington, Ontario and moved to Toronto to pursue his career as author and editor with Now Magazine. James interviewed many interesting authors, politicians, actors and musicians incuding Harry Belafonte, Garth Brooks, Kate Bush and The Tragically Hip to name a few. While James had immense respec...
"French Kiss" by Steve Bassett
May 08, 2024 13:17 - 37 minutes - 37 MBSteve Bassett was born, raised and educated in New Jersey before joining the dwindling number of itinerant newsmen roaming the countryside in search of just about everything. Stints as a featured reporter with newspapers in New Jersey, Illinois and Salt Lake City were followed by Associated Press assignments in Phoenix and finally as Investigative Reporter in San Franciso. Then came CBS television news, three Emmy Awards for his investigative documentaries, and the prestigious first Medallio...
"680 Miles Away" by Tara J. Stone
April 16, 2024 16:36 - 25 minutes - 25.4 MBTara J. Stone started writing fiction when she was in first grade and discovered the thrill of screenwriting when she studied Communications Media at John Paul the Great Catholic University. Screenplays are her favorite way to tell stories, but novels are quickly gaining. She hopes her writing will contribute to a revival of Catholic fiction. After successfully self-publishing two screenplays as paperbacks and ebooks, she partnered with two of her former film professors to create Story Mast...
"TALES OF ASTERRA" by Michael Frank Rizzo
April 05, 2024 18:23 - 33 minutes - 34.4 MBMichael Rizzo is a fantasy fiction writer who works in finance during the day and often spends evenings writing and creating his fantasy world. He published his first book, Tales of Asterra, in early 2023, and he continues to build upon the established lore of this magical world in his spare time. He is currently working on his second book, To Sow a Fallow, which will be the second adventure set in Asterra, with many more soon to follow. When Michael is not writing, he enjoys playing guitar ...
"The Blue Iris" by Rachel Stone
April 02, 2024 17:49 - 30 minutes - 30.6 MBRACHEL STONE writes stories of hope and redemption, often set against vibrant Canadian backdrops. Her debut novel, THE BLUE IRIS, was named a BookLife Editor's Pick and placed second in the 2024 Feathered Quill Book Awards. Her award-winning lyric essays have appeared in international literary magazines, journals, and blogs. Rachel holds degrees in psychology and industrial relations, and once worked seven summers at a flower market. She's an active member of the Women's Fiction Writers Ass...
"Welcome to Bellechester" by Margaret Blenkush
March 19, 2024 12:56 - 36 minutes - 37 MBMargaret A. Blenkush writes from her childhood home in South Saint Paul, Minnesota where she enjoys the changing seasons. Always a writer at heart, it was the COVID pandemic that challenged her to seek publication of her first novel, The Doctor of Bellechester. Enthusiastic response as in "When's the next book coming out?" and receiving an honorable mention for Best Catholic Novel in the 2023 Catholic Media Awards encouraged Margaret to continue writing about the adventures of Dr. M.E. Senty...
Tribal Honor by TG Brown
March 11, 2024 12:38 - 29 minutes - 28.6 MBWhen T.G. Brown is not writing books, he is a martial arts practitioner and a competitive CrossFit athlete. He practices Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Boxing and Muay Thai. He competed in the sport of CrossFit, before blowing out his knee in the 2021. Like most Crossfitters, he would do the "CrossFit Open." A nationwide test of fitness that introduces some of the hardest workouts in the world. In 2019, T.G. placed in the top 1 percent of the world, which was not enough to make the famous ...
Havana Hangover by Randy Richardson
March 05, 2024 13:37 - 35 minutes - 35.1 MBAn accomplished attorney and award-winning journalist, Randy Richardson is the founding member and president of the Chicago Writers Association. His latest novel, "Havana Hangover," earned recognition as a 2023 Finalist for the Kindle Book Awards and the BestThrillers.com Book Awards and received 5-Star Reviews from Reader Views and Readers' Favorites. With two more novels, "Cheeseland" and "Lost in the Ivy," plus a coauthored nonfiction work titled "Cubsessions," Randy's influence spans gen...
Livy Little Honey Bee/Red Pandas Journey to Sikkim by Celia Straus
February 22, 2024 19:30 - 34 minutes - 33.7 MBCelia Straus is an accomplished writer whose talents span television, film, and literature, earning her an Emmy nomination for the YouTube series "Kids Speak Out" in collaboration with the United Nations She also created and wrote the Emmy Award Winning Memorial Day Concert that was broadcast nationally on PBS. Her versatility in storytelling has been recognized with numerous additional awards, highlighting her ability to engage audiences across various platforms. Straus’s literary contribu...
"Secrets in the Islands" by Lauren de Leeuw
February 12, 2024 13:45 - 20 minutes - 21.9 MBLauren de Leeuw graduated with a degree in journalism; however, she was always far more interested in the adventure novel that was in her book bag as well as her next travel destination than she ever was with her current local news assignments. She has published many articles across a variety of platforms. Secrets in the Islands is her first book. Lauren lives on Vancouver Island with her husband and two wonderfully energetic children. Learn more about Lauren de Leeuw and her work at https:...
Ms. Alberta: Feline Barn Manager by Diana Tuorto
February 07, 2024 20:37 - 25 minutes - 26 MBDiana Tuorto is a Buffalo, NY-based children’s author. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in English Writing and History, Diana is also an active animal rescue volunteer and serves as Vice President of a small non-profit horse rescue. She shares a small farm with her husband, horses, and cats. Diana started writing her first children’s novel at the age of 12. Most of her books are written from a horse’s point of view. Diana has a total of six books: three middle grade...
"Bones in the Alley" by Viterose Van Huis
January 31, 2024 14:26 - 29 minutes - 29.6 MBViterose Elaine Van Huis is a recent widow, who lives between Barbados, her birth country, and the United States. She lives with a little dog named Charlie. She spends her time reading, writing, and gardening. This is her third book. Most recently she published Living Intentionally, in 2021 She published Incredible Mr. Charlie. Bones in the Alley: A journey to self-awareness that began on the island of Barbados was first published in Learn more about Viterose Van Huis and her work at: Vite...
"My Journal" by Robert O'Toole
January 22, 2024 14:43 - 31 minutes - 34.2 MBRobert L. O'Toole is an international figure skating coach with over 47 years of experience coaching athletes from the grassroots to the Olympic level. His positive and motivational approach to coaching is his trademark, along with his passion and love of sport. He has inspired thousands of athletes to achieve excellence in sport and beyond. My Journal is his debut entry into the literary world. Learn more about Robert O'Toole and his work at: www.robertotooleauthor.com www.facebook.com/ro...
”Fiercely ME” by Stephanie Rowe
January 10, 2024 12:54 - 31 minutes - 31.8 MBA JOURNEY OF LIFE, LOVE, AND LIMITLESS ADVENTURE with STEPHANIE ROWE Embark on a journey into the vibrant tapestry of my life, where each moment is an adventure waiting to unfold. I thrive on the richness of experiences, living life to its fullest. My passion for connection is a cornerstone of my existence. Together with my husband, Jason, we merge the joys of bringing people together and the artistry of cooking. Our culinary escapades span the globe, from the Caribbean to the Philippines...
Happiness and Survival by Bob Gebelein
January 02, 2024 15:52 - 44 minutes - 46.3 MBBob Gebelein, with an IQ of 140 and a Harvard education, has been a pioneering software developer and a visionary thinker. Since 1955, he has focused on addressing cultural and systemic failures, channeling his exceptional intellect towards redesigning civilization. Gebelein pursued psychotherapy, dream analysis, and introspection to solve both personal and societal issues. His journey towards psychological maturity is reflected in his self-published books and original music, underscoring hi...
Looking Inwards for a Better Life by Dalton Dean Blankinship
December 20, 2023 15:32 - 31 minutes - 33.2 MBDalton "Dean" Blankinship is from Oklahoma and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, along with a master's in Health & Human Performance: Health Promotions. He used mostly his life lessons and experience to write the book. To say that it was a labor of love is an understatement, and what author can't say that? It is a sign of the marathon that is writing. Learn more about Dean Blankinship and his work at https://hopesanddean.com. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION About "Looking...
You Are Still Alive, Now Act Like It! by Ray Catania
December 13, 2023 12:48 - 42 minutes - 46.7 MBRay Catania is an acclaimed author, metaphysical teacher, theorist, and coach. He is the visionary behind Limitless Publications, Limitless Coaching, and Scientific Spirituality for the Modern Human. Catania has written two captivating books in his Awakening Series: “The Atheist and The Afterlife” and “You Are Still Alive, Now Act Like It.” His profound insights and intuitive abilities have made him a sought-after practitioner in scientific-spiritualism and the practical applications of met...
Alter Called Witness by Hollis Frances
November 29, 2023 17:01 - 39 minutes - 39.9 MBHollis Frances has fifteen years experience in Technical Writing from his career as a Technical Support Engineer on medical equipment at a major manufacturer/service company. He retired after thirty years in 2020. That is when he decided to start a new career as an author of short stories based actual events although he does have a novel or two inside his heart that needs to come out in the future. and published his first short story, Willy’s Accident, in 2021. He is a military veteran ...
”Terror Bay” by Lisa Towles
November 10, 2023 20:30 - 30 minutes - 30.4 MBLisa Towles is an Amazon bestselling, award-winning crime novelist and a passionate speaker on the topics of fiction writing, creativity, and self care. She has ten crime thrillers in print and is the recipient of the Readers Choice, Readers Favorite, BookFest, Literary Titan, and Pencraft literary awards. Lisa is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers and is deeply committed to supporting other writers. She is Board President of a Bay A...
”Contention” by Gary D. McGugan
November 02, 2023 13:52 - 28 minutes - 28.8 MBGary D. McGugan loves to tell stories and is the author of “Three Weeks Less a Day,” “The Multima Scheme,” “Unrelenting Peril,” “Pernicious Pursuit,” and award-winning novels “A Web of Deceit” and “A Slippery Shadow.” After a forty-year career at senior levels of multinational corporations, Gary’s writing uses artful suspense to entertain and inform. His launch of a new writing career—at an age most people retire—reveals an ongoing zest for new challenges and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge...
Cruel Lessons by Randy Overbeck
October 16, 2023 16:54 - 35 minutes - 35.3 MBDr. Randy Overbeck, a retired educator with over four decades of experience, is an award-winning author known for crafting suspenseful, heroic, and mysterious tales set in school environments. His books have received numerous awards and national recognition. His Haunted Shores Mysteries series has achieved bestseller status on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Dr. Overbeck is also the host of the podcast "Great Stories about Great Storytellers," where he uncovers the unique backgrounds of famous ...
Cram Down by Mark Shaiken
October 07, 2023 11:09 - 35 minutes - 35.3 MBMark Shaiken lives with his wife Loren and their dog Emily in Denver Colorado. He schooled at Haverford College and Washburn University, and practiced commercial bankruptcy law for almost 4 decades before moving on to writing, board service, and his photography and music. He is the author of 4 novels in his 3J Legal Thrillers series, including Fresh Start, Automatic Stay, Unfair Discrimination, and Cram Down, the book we are going to visit with Mark about today. He also has a non-fiction ti...
Badger and Turtle Face the Storm by Daniel McMillan
September 29, 2023 21:03 - 30 minutes - 33.3 MBDan McMillan is a therapist and psychologist in Alberta, Canada, and the father of two young children. This story was originally created to help highlight a common, hurtful pattern in couples’ relationships. One day he told the story to his daughters and found they really enjoyed it as well. So, a kid-friendly version was born in hopes of both entertaining children, and sharing important information for parents to be aware of. Websites: https://danmcmillanbooks.com/ https://assuredpsycholog...
Lemon Curd by Homa Pourasgari
September 01, 2023 16:04 - 30 minutes - 31.1 MBHoma Pourasgari is an activist, entrepreneur, and author. Her writings dive deep into themes of love, integrity, compassion, and justice. Fluent in multiple languages, Homa has journeyed across the world, immersing herself in diverse cultures and embracing a variety of viewpoints. While she sometimes finds herself lost in the depths of her writing room, perfecting every scene, Homa equally cherishes moments spent with friends and family, laughing and sharing stories. You can learn more abo...
Squeeze Plays by Jeffrey Marshall
August 24, 2023 14:30 - 28 minutes - 29 MBJeffrey Marshall is a writer, novelist and poet from Scottsdale, AZ. He's the author of five books, including the novels Squeeze Plays, Little Miss Sure Shot and Undetected; Undetected and Squeeze Plays were named ShelfUnbound Notable 100 Indie books in 2020 and 2022, respectively, and Squeeze Plays also was named a Book Excellence Award winner in 2023. A retired journalist and the former editor of two national business magazines, Marshall has freelanced to more than 30 publications as vari...
Baby Senses by Dr. Jaya Viswanathan
August 08, 2023 13:44 - 31 minutes - 32.3 MBDr. Jaya Viswanathan is a neuroscientist and artist born and raised in India. She earned an engineering degree, a Master's in neuroscience, and a Doctorate in cognitive neuroscience. She then worked as a postdoctoral fellow before joining the Division of Neuroscience at the National Institute on Aging [C]. Her research was focused on understanding how brains interpret the world through vision and audition. She was invited to write a Neuronline article about Baby Senses as an educational reso...
My Life Inspring Journal by Jason Jackson
July 06, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 29.6 MBJason Jackson is the author of "My Life Inspiring Journal," His book portrays his personal struggle to transcend his disabilities and find solace in the shared human experience of adversity. Highlighting the prevalence of autism (affecting 1 in 44 children) and bipolar disorder (4.4% of the population), Jason navigates the complexities of these conditions. Inspired by conversations with his late father, he intertwines both disabilities into a heartfelt narrative that captures his journey in...
Saint Bloodbath by Frederick Douglass Reynolds
June 17, 2023 14:36 - 32 minutes - 32.5 MBFrederick Douglass Reynolds is a retired L.A. County Sheriff’s Homicide Sergeant. He was born in Rocky Mount, Virginia, and grew up in Detroit, Michigan where he became a petty criminal and was involved in gangs. He joined the US Marine Corps in 1979 to escape the life of crime that he seemed destined for. After a brief stint in Okinawa, Japan, he finished out his military career in Southern California and ultimately became a police officer with the Compton Police Department. He worked there...
”A Wretch Like Me” by Nancy Major
May 25, 2023 13:31 - 28 minutes - 29.7 MBNancy Major is an award-winning nonprofit and business executive with more than thirty years of professional experience. She’s also a professional speaker and certified Christian trauma coach. Her primary area of focus is helping women overcome sexual shame and trauma. Recently she added, ‘bestselling author’ to her bio, with her newly released memoir entitled, “A Wretch Like Me: A Modern-Day Mary Magdalene Saved by Grace. “It offers a glimpse into her lived experience as a former prostitut...
”We Need to Talk” by Suzanne Seifert Groves
May 22, 2023 14:12 - 31 minutes - 31.6 MBSuzanne Seifert Groves parlayed her B.A. in English from The University of Texas at Austin into a storied 35-year career in organizational communications, public relations, and marketing. She has served in leadership roles with several large organizations spanning multiple industries including higher education, healthcare, technology and travel and tourism. Her personal affinity for storytelling enabled her to help the executives and organizations she supported make valuable connections with...
”Still, The Sky” by Tom Pearson
May 19, 2023 12:30 - 35 minutes - 38.2 MBTom Pearson is an artist and poet who works in dance, theater, film, visual art, and multi-media. He is known for his original works for theater, including the long-running, off-Broadway immersive hits THEN SHE FELL and THE GRAND PARADISE and as a founder and co-artistic director of the New York City-based Third Rail Projects and Global Performance Studio. Heis the author of two books, THE SANDPIPER'S SPELL and STILL, THE SKY. Learn more about Tom and his work at https://tompearsonnyc.com...
The Mindful Author by Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane
April 17, 2023 14:42 - 32 minutes - 35.9 MBSince 2007 Roxanne McCarty-O'Kane’s unique and multi-award winning method of storytelling has changed the lives of thousands of budding authors, allowing them to bring their messages to life in nonfiction books with structure, connection to the reader and potential profit. A prolific ghostwriter, author, workshop facilitator, writing mentor and journalist, Roxanne’s presentations are charged with powerful content and tangible tools that remove the mystery from storytelling and ignite a thou...
The Final Steps by Mark M. Bello
April 12, 2023 10:57 - 30 minutes - 31.1 MBAs an attorney and civil justice advocate, author Mark M. Bello draws upon over 40 years of courtroom experience in his Zachary Blake Legal Thriller Series. A Michigan native, Mark received his B.A. in English Literature from Oakland University and his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. After working extremely high-profile legal cases, Mark wanted to give the public a front-row glimpse of what victims face when standing up for justice. Combining his legal experience and passion f...
Like Sapphire Blue by Marisa Billions
April 05, 2023 13:42 - 29 minutes - 30.3 MBMarisa Billions is a high school English teacher in Southern California. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Criminology. She is the author of the fiction novels, This Too Shall Pass, Like Sapphire Blue, and Into the Blue Again and is supposed to be working on her upcoming fourth novel. She lives in Southern California with her wife, Stephanie and son Alexander and two Dogs, Max and Bonnie. Learn more about Marisa and her work at https://authormarisabillions.com/ TOPICS OF CON...
Disrobed by Syl Tang
March 28, 2023 13:54 - 27 minutes - 27.9 MBSyl Tang has been a futurist for 25+ years with an eye towards world events such as natural disasters, geo-political clashes, and economic cycles. In addition to her book Disrobed, she has written hundreds of articles on the confluence of world events and soft goods for print outlets such as the Financial Times, predicting and documenting occurrences such as the Trump election, the Apple watch and other smart wearables, lab-made diamonds, and the effects of global warming on the South Seas....
A Whisper in the Shadows - by Scott MacFadyen
March 20, 2023 13:26 - 22 minutes - 23.2 MBScott Macfadyen is a Canadian author who loves to spend his time with his wife Tabitha and his dog Carly traveling or off grid where he can work on his writing. Scott spent over 20 years as a chef in restaurants, Pubs and resorts but had always had an interest in writing stories ever since elementary school. In his younger years he was known to write many stories and shared them with his school mates. Scott had a true passion for the escapism of story telling and over the years he had come u...
”Slade” A Conversation with Author Robb Grindstaff
March 14, 2023 12:09 - 29 minutes - 32.7 MBIn addition to a career as a newspaper editor, publisher, and manager, Robb Grindstaff has written fiction most of his life. The newspaper biz has taken him and his family from Phoenix, Arizona, to small towns in North Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin, from seven years in Washington, D.C., to five years in Asia. Born and raised a small-town kid, he’s as comfortable in Tokyo or Tuna, Texas. The variety of places he’s lived and visited serve as settings for the characters who invade his head. ...
The Dark School Series - A Conversation with Matti Silver
February 06, 2023 20:15 - 28 minutes - 28.3 MBMatti Silver has been storytelling for most of his life. He loves working, reading, writing books and creating worlds for himself and others to immerse themselves within. A lover of film, comic books, fantasy and anime, he takes it upon himself to combine all the best ideas and present them to the world, like a master curator of fine taste and limitless free time. Besides his endless energy and eclectic taste in everything, Matti loves nothing more than reading everything except speed limit...
A Warm Touch - A Conversation with Connor Shane
January 31, 2023 13:59 - 32 minutes - 32.8 MBConnor Shane is an “almost” 20-year-old author currently making his way through community college. He hopes to become an ecologist one day in order to help better understand and protect the wildlife of our planet. Connor loves a story that carries a message and believes art is one of the most beautifl ways to teach lessons, allowing us to live our best days. He prefers deep discussions about life as opposed to throwing opinions about the weather into the wind. He’s also a serious gamer. Co...
Coming Full Circle - A Conversation with Budd Titlow
January 17, 2023 19:59 - 25 minutes - 25.4 MBFor the past 50 years, professional ecologist and conservationist Budd Titlow has used his pen and camera to capture the awe and wonders of our natural world. His goal has always been to inspire others to both appreciate and enjoy what he sees. Now he has one main question: Can we save humankind’s place — within nature’s beauty — before it’s too late? Budd’s two latest books are dedicated to answering this perplexing dilemma. PROTECTING THE PLANET: Environmental Champions from Conservation ...
Soulful Return: A Conversation with Author Fidelis Mkparu
January 12, 2023 20:01 - 26 minutes - 27 MBFIdelis O. Mkparu is a Nigerian immigrant to the US, and in this novel, he sets out to speak to his experiences and those of his fellow immigrants. He is a professor of Medicine at Northeast Ohio Medical University and a senior attending cardiologist at Aultman Hospital and Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. Previously, he was a Spaulding fellow at Massachusetts General Hospital at Harvard Medical School. His preceding novels include Love’s Affliction and Tears Before Exaltation (Colorad...
”Unfair Discrimination” An Interview with Mark Shaiken
January 09, 2023 21:32 - 29 minutes - 29.2 MBMark Shaiken lives with his wife Loren and their dog Emily in Denver, CO. He schooled at Haverford College and Washburn University, and practiced commercial bankruptcy law for several decades before moving on in 2019 to write, volunteer and play music. Mark has written three legal thrillers to date: Fresh Start, Automatic Stay and Unfair Discrimination. Before getting into fiction, he wrote And . . Just Like That - essays on a life before, during, and after the law. Mark is currently workin...
The American Outsider: A Conversation with the Author: Homa Pourasgari
December 14, 2022 16:01 - 27 minutes - 27 MBMEET THE AUTHOR Born in Tehran, Iran, Homa Pourasgari spent hours in her father’s home office, writing, reading and letting her imagination carry her to unseen worlds. She moved to Los Angeles, California at a young age. After graduating from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in business, she went to Paris for a year to study literature at the Sorbonne. Before becoming a fulltime writer, she ran her own boutique, worked at a bank and a CPA firm, was a personal trainer and even taugh...
The Astrology of 2023: Traversing the Bridge - An Interview with Gahl Sasson
November 17, 2022 17:24 - 34 minutes - 36.8 MBGahl Sasson is an established author and has been teaching workshops on Storytelling, Kabbalah, Astrology, and Mysticism around the globe for over 20 years. His first book, A Wish Can Change Your Life, has been translated into over eight languages and is endorsed by HH the 14th Dalai Lama. His second work, Cosmic Navigator, is the essential reference guide to understanding your astrological makeup. Since 2018 Gahl has been publishing a yearly bestselling book on the astrology of the upcoming...
A Collection of Tiny Stories - An Interview with CK Sobey
October 24, 2022 18:48 - 31 minutes - 30.9 MBCK Sobey (known as Kas to her friends) continues to live a life of curiosity. She considers herself to be a seeker, an explorer. Her many ventures in life attest to this. In her earlier years, she studied singing and theater. Kas is a trained mediator and worked in the San Diego dispute resolution department. She also worked in the corporate world for almost thirty years. As a once active spiritual practitioner, she later became a certified hypnotherapist, bringing a deeper understanding of ...
Christmas Sunrise - An Interview with Calvin James
October 18, 2022 17:06 - 21 minutes - 22.4 MBCalvin James was promoted to DAD in 2017. After the birth of his son he tried to thing of ways to educate him about life and the ever-changing world. Out of this desire his company, CALVIN JAMES CREATES was born. The mission statement of CALVIN JAMES CREATES is to share children’s stories, novels, and music that promote the values of truth, kindness, friendship, love, and hope. His first book, The Colored Water Fountain was released in December 2021. The second book in his children’s book...
Ice Dance - An Interview with Author Vik Azeem
October 11, 2022 16:33 - 30 minutes - 34.2 MBVik Azeem grew up in the Northern Virginia area and currently resides in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He's been writing stories since the age of twelve and has a deep love for stories and movies in general. Ice Dance is his 4th novel. He's previously published the books Soul Half Empty, Algebra and Demons, and Quixotic. When he's not writing, he's working on his movie review podcast, The Movie Fellas, which is also available on all podcast platforms. For more information about Vik and his wor...
Perpetual Gloom: An Interview with Shelah Johnson and JR Santana
October 07, 2022 15:02 - 40 minutes - 39.1 MBShelah Johnson is the recipient of 9 awards from The Society for Technical Communication and is also a published photographer and has produced and directed more than 40 lifestyle broadcast segments focused on eco and small space living. She directed, produced, and is the co-creator of the documentary series, Where Small Business Grows (Amazon Prime). Shelah lives a life of voluntary simplicity, where she makes a mid-century modern Airstream her home on an island in the Pacific Northwest and ...