Best Bob Rathbun Podcasts (2025)

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Voice of the Hawks Bob Rathbun on Preparation, Storytelling, and the Rhythm of the Game 1:10:27

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Atlanta Hawks play-by-play legend Bob Rathbun talks about treating every game like a “final exam,” finding the story and riding the rhythm of a 48-minute game, on-air chemistry with Dominique Wilkins, lessons from small-town radio, voice craft (the piano trick!), early breaks with Marty Brennaman, why fans remember stories more than stats, Lenny Wi…

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Secret Societies, Fantasy Worlds, and Sibling Armies: A Conversation with Hope Ann 51:20

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Author Josiah DeGraaf on Teaching, Writing, and Community 1:01:19

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Josiah DeGraaf, fantasy author and Program Director of the Young Writers Workshop, shares how growing up homeschooled as the oldest of nine shaped his creativity, why constraints and a supportive community help creatives thrive; his journey from teaching high school English to helping young writers, and what fiction writers can borrow from classica…

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From Line Cook to Dessert Visionary: Claudia Martinez on Pastry, Perseverance, and Building Bar Ana (Plus a Cookie Debate Gone Wrong) 58:18

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Claudia Martinez, acclaimed pastry chef and founder of the upcoming dessert and cocktail bar Bar Ana, shares her journey from line cook to pastry chef, how she discovered her creative voice through plating and experimentation, and what she learned staging in Sweden under world-renowned chef David Vidal. She also reflects on the highs and lows of re…

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What’s Next for The Experience: A Quick Update from Clint 8:43

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In this short solo episode, Clint shares what’s coming next for The Experience: Conversations with Creatives. Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Producer: Clint HallBy Clint Hall

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From Teacher to Publisher: Troy Hooker’s Journey into Fantasy 51:35

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Recorded live at Realm Makers! Troy Hooker, fantasy author and founder of Descendant Publishing, shares how his journey into writing began with a love of storytelling and encouragement from his high school students, the challenges of self-publishing, what inspired Troy to launch Descendant Publishing, and how faith and imagination collide in storie…

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Special Realm Makers Episode with Comic Book Writer Matt Yocum! 1:17:41

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Recorded live at Realm Makers! Matt Yocum, comic book writer and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares how a lifelong love of storytelling led him from military service to scripting stories for Marvel and building indie comics through Hangar 19 Studios. He opens up about his creative roots, pitching face-to-face at Marvel, the discipline required …

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Betsy St. Amant on Miracles, Magnolia Bay, and Writing Through the Chaos 1:00:15

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Author Betsy St. Amant talks about writing through heartbreak and healing, working a day job in the oil and gas industry, balancing motherhood and creativity, learning to play Justin Bieber’s “Ghost” on a keyboard, how her faith shapes her fiction, what it’s like to write 30,000 words in one night, the power of organic spiritual themes, and her new…

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CJ Milacci on Disney Dreams, Dystopian Realities, and the Power of One Reader 58:04

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CJ Milacci, author of the Recruit of Talionis series, talks about growing up outside of Philadelphia, her nontraditional education, acting, Disney, journaling, youth ministry, the dark moments that shaped her faith, walking away from writing for a season, returning with a heart to reach just one reader, and why she writes clean, high-stakes fiction…

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Becky and Scott Minor on Nerd Herding, Shakespeare, and Sci-Fi with Soul 1:23:25

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Becky and Scott Minor, co-founders of Realm Makers, talk about animation, writing fantasy, Shakespeare, the origins of Realm Makers, managing busy family life, living with chronic illness, finding margin, and the deep calling of building spaces where creatives can thrive. Follow Becky and Scott Minor: Realm Makers on Instagram Realm Makers on Faceb…

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Megan Schaulis on Faith, Fiction, and Orlando Bloom 1:27:22

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Author and entrepreneur Megan Schaulis joins Clint to share her journey from imaginative kid to debut novelist, growing up in Arizona, her early love for writing and theater, her Orlando Bloom phase (yes, really), launching her first book six weeks after giving birth, navigating the creative chaos of motherhood, co-owning a branding agency, finding…

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Philip Wilder Returns 55:14

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Author Philip Wilder returns to the podcast to talk about his journey as a self-published author, his mission work in the Middle East, the importance of engaging in spiritual conversations, the significance of overcoming fear and trusting in God's guidance, and his new book, Jake Rogers' Planet. Buy Jake Rogers' Planet now! Follow Philip Wilder: Ph…

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Steve Laube Returns! 1:29:54

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Steve Laube returns to the podcast for an in-depth discussion of culture and community within organizations, specifically Enclave Publishing. Steve and Clint also talk about the complexities of free will and divine sovereignty, the balance between profit and purpose in business, emphasizing the need for a clear mission, the positive role of competi…

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From Farm to Fiction with Deborah Raney 1:01:19

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Author Deborah Raney talks about growing up on a farm in Kansas, her early experiences with writing, the realities of the publishing world, dealing with asthma, the impact of self-publishing in today's market, the importance of believing in your own stories, and the role of faith in her career. Follow Deborah Raney: DeborahRaney.com Deborah Raney o…

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The Evolution of the Music Industry, the Reality of Fame, and Rediscovering Writing with Author Jeff Giles 1:11:19

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Culture writer, author, and podcaster Jeff Giles visits the podcast to discuss his early influences, the evolution of the music industry, the dangers of fame, his experiences in graphic design, how he rediscovered his passion for writing, the balance between creativity and commerce, and the inspiration behind his humorous fiction novel, Langley Pow…

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Spiritual Gifts, The Wonder of Christianity, and Fan Fiction with D. T. Powell 57:55

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Author and book reviewer D. T. Powell joins Clint for a fascinating conversation about the spiritual gift of mercy, the challenges of navigating emotional connections, how a story helped her understand grace, writing - particularly fan fiction - as a means of expressing her spiritual journey, and much more. Follow D. T. Powell: D. T. Powell on Inst…

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Navigating the Con Scene with Bob McGough 59:09

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Author Bob McGough joins the podcast to delve into the differences between conventions and conferences, the self-publishing journey, the significance of community, setting realistic goals, the personal growth that comes from navigating setbacks, and more. Buy The Jubal County Saga and other great books from Bob! Follow Bob McGough: Bob McGough's we…

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From Chef to Author to Managing Editor with Shawn Reilly Simmons 1:07:11

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Shawn Reilly Simmons, author and managing editor for Level Best Books, discusses her experiences in the film industry, her journey from being a chef to an author, the importance of confidence, the necessity of embracing failure as part of success, navigating the publishing industry, how opportunities arise from persistence, and more. Follow Shawn R…

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Talking Batman with John Jackson Miller 1:10:39

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New York Times bestselling author John Jackson Miller joins the podcast to talk about the significant impact of English teachers on his writing journey, his early influences, and the turning points in his career, his writing process when working within established franchises, and his latest book, Batman: Resurrection. Order Batman: Resurrection now…

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Creating immersive experiences with Scott Cramton 1:22:21

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Scott Cramton, founder of American Immersion Theater, joins the podcast to talk about adopting a cat in the middle of a ghost tour, his journey through theater from Detroit to New Orleans, the importance of discomfort in personal growth, the value of experiences over mere consumption, the shift in society from participation to observation, and much…

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Author Peter F. Hamilton On Writing For a Video Game Universe 51:16

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Author Peter F. Hamilton shares his approach to world-building and character development, writing a book set in a video game universe, his early experiences with writing, the role of social commentary in science fiction, and his new book, Exodus: The Archimedes Engine. Buy Exodus: The Archimedes Engine now!* Follow Peter F. Hamilton: Peter F. Hamil…

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The Power of Perseverance with Author Lauren H. Brandenburg 46:58

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Author Lauren H. Brandenburg joins the podcast to discuss creating a captivating setting for readers, the importance of perseverance in the publishing process, battling self-doubt, knowing your target audience, the homeschooling market, the differences between middle grade and young adult books, advice to aspiring authors, and more. Buy Lauren's bo…

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Lindsay A. Franklin on Writing, Technology, and Being a Managing Editor 44:04

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Recorded live at Realm Makers! Lindsay A. Franklin, author and managing editor at Enclave Publishing, discusses her journey as a writer, her role at Enclave, the impact of technology on creativity, the inspiration behind her books, the importance of being true to yourself, and her new book, The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine. Preorder The Unraveling o…

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Making movies with film producer Jiarui Guo 50:09

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Award-winning producer and co-founder of Incandescent Films Jiarui Guo shares her journey in the film industry, managing production logistics, the importance of making meaningful films, the need to surround yourself with the right people, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and more. Follow Jiarui Guo: Jiarui Guo on Instagram Jiarui Guo IMDb Follow Cli…

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Realm Makers episode! Authors Steve Rzasa, Jason C Joyner, and J.J. Johnson 58:25

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Authors J.J. Johnson, Jason Joyner, and Steve Raza join the podcast to talk about their collaboration process, the challenges of merging their individual writing styles, the importance of having a supportive community, and their collaborative novel, Interstice Undone. Buy Interstice Undone now!* Follow the authors: J.J. Johnson on Amazon J.J. Johns…

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Nadine Brandes Returns! 56:51

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Author Nadine Brandes is back on the podcast! In this episode, we discuss Nadine's return to Enclave, switching genres, her approach to writing, staying rooted in purpose, her thoughts on platform building, balancing writing with family life, and her new book, The Nightmare Virus. Buy The Nightmare Virus Now!* Follow Nadine: Nadine's website (sign …

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Mailbag episode! Special Guest: Stefanie Hall 40:37

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My wife, Stefanie, joins the podcast to help me answer your questions! Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Stefanie Hall Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint HallBy Clint Hall

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Happy 4th of July and Announcement About Next Week's Episode 3:05

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No episode this week but I do make an announcement about what's coming up on the podcast for the rest of July! Submit your questions for the Q&A episode on my social channels or through my website: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter clinthall.com/contact Host: Clint Hall Producers: Clint Hall…

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Literary Agents, Conferences, and Seeking God's Guidance with Author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz 49:15

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Author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz joins the podcast to discuss her journey of working with literary agents, dealing with setbacks, seeking God's guidance, collaborative writing, providential relationships, and much more. Follow Candice: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Instagram Candice Pedraza Yamnitz website Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Amazon Follow Clint …

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Tricia and Nathan Goyer on Conventions, Homeschooling, Video Games, and Co-Writing 1:03:35

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Authors Tricia and Nathan Goyer join the podcast to discuss their experiences with conventions, homeschooling, co-writing as mother and son, their writing process, the importance of trust and collaboration, their love for speculative fiction, and their new book, Breath of Bones. Buy Breath of Bones now (Affiliate link) Follow Tricia Goyer: TriciaGo…

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Music Editor Yuri Gorbachow on the Joy of Mentorship, Collaborating with Composers, and Creating Music for TV 1:03:09

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Yuri Gorbachow (music editor for Vikings: Valhalla, Halo, The Handmaid's Tale) joins the podcast to talk about his passion for mentorship, editing mixtapes, piecing together music for film and television, representing the composer's best interests while also serving the needs of the production, the importance of teamwork, the satisfaction of creati…

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Author Lyndsey Lewellen on X-Men, Perseverance, Christian Punk Rock, and More! 49:23

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Author Lyndsey Lewellen joins the podcast to discuss her love for comic books and the X-Men, her experience with rejection and perseverance, the importance of refining her pitching skills, Christian punk rock, the vulnerability of writing fiction, and her debut novel, The Chaos Grid, a Mad Max-like story set in futuristic Texas. Buy The Chaos Grid …

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Brett Harris on Childhood Adventures, Ambition, and Finding Joy in Hard Times 1:01:09

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Brett Harris (bestselling author of Do Hard Things and co-founder of The Young Writer’s Workshop and The Author Conservatory) joins the podcast to talk about childhood adventures in the wilderness, ambition viewed through the lens of eternity, unexpected book deals, success at a young age, the importance of faithfulness in each season of life, find…

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Graphic Designer Collin Smith on Hearing God's Voice, All-Nighters at Denny's, Gaming, and More 1:22:10

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Graphic designer Collin Smith joins the podcast to discuss the time when he realized he was on the wrong creative path, discovering his true calling, transitioning from ministry to full-time graphic design, a very important night in Denny's, working with Enclave Publishing, gaming as a dad, and much more. Follow Collin Smith: collinsmithcreative.co…

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Trissina Kear on Helping Others Shine, Stepping Into Your Own Value, and Why She Wants to Make You Cry 1:06:10

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Enclave marketing director and professional musician Trissina Kear talks about her passion for music, breaking into the Los Angeles music scene, playing in rock bands, her discovery of Bookstagram, and how she eventually joined Enclave Publishing. Listen to Trissina's album Heart of Worship now! Follow Trissina Kear: Trissina Kear on Instagram Foll…

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Author Candace Kade on Growing Up in China, Leaving a Corporate Job for Writing, and the Importance of Persistence 56:11

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Author Candace Kade joins the podcast to talk about growing up in China, the decision to leave her corporate job to write full-time, the importance of community, the process of pitching, her new book, Hybrid, and more! Buy Hybrid now! Follow Candace Kade: CandaceKade.com Candace Kade on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hal…

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Artist Daniel Govar On Creating Outside the Home, Adaptability, and the Power of Saying No 59:29

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Artist Daniel Govar joins the podcast to discuss growing up in a military family, the importance of adapting to new environments, balancing two full-time jobs, his foray into animation, working with the SYFY Channel, why it's important to get out of the house when being creative, the power of saying no, and much more. Follow Daniel Govar: DanielGov…

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Breaking Through Fear with YA Author Sophia L. Hansen 44:21

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Author Sophia L. Hansen joins the podcast to talk about the power of obtainable writing goals, encouraging writing advice, helping to tell her mother’s story, the oppressive power of fear, and her debut YA sci-fi novel, Water's Break. Buy Water's Break now! Follow Sophia L. Hansen SophiaLHansen.com Sophia L. Hansen on Instagram Sophia L. Hansen on …

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Nicholas Eames Talks About Kings of the Wyld, Video Games, The Differences Between Writing Novels and Comics, and More! 59:37

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Nicholas Eames (Gemmell Award-winning author of Kings of the Wyld and Bloody Rose) joins the podcast to talk about video games, geocaching, his close relationship with his brother, capturing the dynamics of a rock band in an epic fantasy story, writing comics, and more! Buy Nicholas's books now! Follow Nicholas Eames NicholasEames.com Nicholas Eame…

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Andrew Swearingen Talks Co-Authoring Blood of Kings: Legends! 33:15

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In this special mini-episode recorded live at Realm Makers 2023, Andrew Swearingen returns to talk about how he got his contract with Sunrise Publishing to be a draft author for a new story set in the epic fantasy world of Jill Williamson’s award-winning “Blood of Kings” trilogy. Follow Andrew Swearingen Andrew Swearingen on Instagram Andrew Sweari…

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Cathy McCrumb Discusses Writing Characters on the Autism Spectrum, Navigating Feedback, and More 1:07:15

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Author Cathy McCrumb joins the podcast to talk about why Clint is a bad critique partner, her writing process, how she got her book deal, discovering that her character was on the autism spectrum, and her upcoming book, Guardian. Pre-order Guardian now! Find Cathy at: Cathy McCrumb's website Cathy McCrumb on Instagram Cathy McCrumb on Facebook Foll…

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The Pre-Publisheds! (2023 Year-End Episode) 1:19:31

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In this special year-end bonus episode, pre-published fiction authors Taylor Pence and Philip Wilder share tips on contests for unpublished authors, what to do while you’re waiting to hear back from agents and publishers, co-writing, when to self-publish, and much more. Find Taylor Pence Author website Editorial services Instagram Facebook Newslett…

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Exploring Pastoral Burnout, Wedding Disasters and Mental Health with Author Bradley Caffee 54:52

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Author Bradley Caffee joins the podcast to discuss everything that can go wrong at a wedding, pastoral burnout, mental and physical health, how he got into writing, and his books The Chase Runner Series and Sides. Buy Bradley's books! Find Bradley at: Bradley Caffee website Bradley Caffee on Instagram Bradley Caffee on Facebook Follow Clint Hall: C…

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Audiobook Narrator Adam Verner on Breaking Into the Industry, AI Dictation, Cephalopods, and More! 1:12:05

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Audiobook narrator Adam Verner joins the podcast to talk about how he got into the industry, his thoughts on how AI will impact audiobook narration, his creative process, his decisions for shaping each vocal performance, and much more. Sign up for Adam's newsletter here! Find Adam Verner: Website Instagram Threads Twitter Follow Clint Hall: Clint H…

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Steve Laube on Swords, Singing, Dunking, and the Call to Excellence 1:04:40

2y ago1:04:40

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Steve Laube is on the podcast! In this episode, Steve discusses collecting swords, growing up in Alaska, touring the world as a singer, 180 dunks, the importance of sharpening your craft, his role as a gatekeeper, and much more. Find Steve Laube: The Steve Laube Agency The Christian Writers Institute Enclave Publishing Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall…

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Audiobook Sample: Steal Fire From The Gods Chapter 1 30:03

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This special bonus episode features the first audiobook chapter of Steal Fire From The Gods, my debut sci-fi novel from Enclave Publishing / Oasis Family Media! The audiobook is narrated by Adam Verner, who is scheduled to appear on the podcast in December. Get the full audiobook now: Amazon Audible Spotify Steal Fire From The Gods is also availabl…

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The Journey to Steal Fire From The Gods! Special Guest Host: Tyra Burton 1:17:47

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I'm the guest! Because my debut novel releases on November 7th, this episode is about my publishing journey, agent experiences, the importance of relationships, and my debut sci-fi novel, Steal Fire From The Gods. Special guest host: Tyra Burton! Steal Fire From The Gods releases on November 7th from Enclave Publishing/Oasis Family Media. Buy it no…

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Bonus Episode! Filmmakers Brett Brooks and Jason M. Sheedy Talk About Partnerships, Short Film Festivals, Making Horror Movies, and More! 1:10:11

2y ago1:10:11

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Happy Halloween! In this special bonus episode, filmmakers Brett Brooks and Jason M. Sheedy talk about how they started making movies together, why they love short film festivals, the process of creating their feature horror film (Patient) and their new "midnight madness" comedy horror short, The Mages of Rage and the Desecration of the House of Mi…

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Composer Sherri Chung On Making Music for Film and TV 1:03:06

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Composer Sherri Chung talks about making music that feels personal while also fitting the story, collaborating with showrunners and filmmakers, her path to a career in music, separating work from self-worth, how she's paying it forward, and the music she created for Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai (Max), Based On A True Story (Peacock), Happiness F…

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Author Gillian Bronte Adams on Writing, Horses, and Finding Inspiration in a Camp Office 57:42

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Author Gillian Bronte Adams joins the podcast to talk about rewriting the ending of The Hobbit as a kid, her connection with horses, why she originally shelved her idea for The Fireborn Epic, and her newest book “Of Sea and Smoke,” which releases on Nov 21st. Buy Gillian’s new book, Of Sea and Smoke Find Gillian Bronte Adams: Gillian Bronte Adams W…