In this episode, I interview E.S. Argentum, one half of the author duo behind the sci-fi dystopian series Aces High, Joker's Wild. Along with co-author Olivia Wylie, they write under the pen name O.E. Tearmann. They discuss the origins of their pen name, the inspiration behind the series, and the importance of representation in their books. E.S. shares their own experiences with mental health and how writing the series has been therapeutic for them. They also talk about the future of the...

Interview with Ali Khamseh, of AK88 Studios! A focus on Hammer Studios horror films. Ali, an amateur filmmaker and horror enthusiast, shares his love for old-fashioned horror and the atmosphere of Hammer movies. We also discuss the popularity of horror movies in Iran and the appeal of vampire movies. Ali mentions his favorite Hammer films, including 'The Devil Rides Out'. Ali also shares his love of musicals, such as Singing in the Rain and Man of La Mancha. Ali talks about gaming and movies...

Flobo Boyce has done it all: Author, podcaster, comedian, e-sports caster and more. In this conversation, I talk with Flobo about our love for professional wrestling, favorite storylines, and the evolution of the industry. We also touch on the importance of women's wrestling and the advancements made in recent years. Flobo also shares his journey as an e-sports caster during the pandemic, and how a brush with death jumpstarted his career as a stand-up comedian and highlighting the importance...

Interview with author Judith Starkston focused on her historical fantasy series, the Tesha series, and specifically the fourth book, The Flights of Treason. Starkston discussed the challenges of marketing a niche genre like Hittite fantasy and the interest in the historical figure Puduhepa (Tesha), who is a marquee character in Turkey. She also shared her experience of using Tesha's personal seal (very cool!) to sign her books and the unique rituals and magic in Hittite culture. Connect...

In this episode, I interview Park and Barb from Wicker Man Studios, a married couple and collaborative writers known for their relationship dramas in spooky worlds. They discuss their journey from meeting through a shared love of comics to co-authoring various works including novels and graphic novels. Highlights include their process of writing together, their favorite influences and top horror movies, and their recent projects such as 'Hungry Ghosts' and 'Song to the Siren.' Connect with...

Episode 50! I share my thoughts on some horror movies from the 1980s, including 'The Prince of Darkness' by John Carpenter, 'Maniac Cop' starring Bruce Campbell and Tom Atkins, 'Hell Night' featuring Linda Blair, and 'Night of the Demons'. I'd love to hear your thought on these movies as well! Where to find...

Fantasy author J. Edwards Holt joins me to talk about his latest release, The Crossing: A Wayfarer's Chronicles, as well as some of his other works. We also chat about comics and having a preference for villains, plus the work that he does in the community. Learn more about J and his work: https://www.jedwardsholt.com/ Where to find...

I interview Jay Watson, co-author of a book that explores the intriguing idea of deceased rock stars faking their deaths to become secret agents saving the world. Jay shares the creative process behind the book, including how he and co-author Kyle Wiltshire were inspired by the concept of alternative historical events and their shared love for films and storytelling. They delve into the development of their characters, incorporating famous musicians such as Elvis Presley and Kurt Cobain....

A conversation with Sam Mitchell, creator of Autism Rocks and Rolls podcast, delving into Sam's journey with autism, passion for wrestling, and work in destigmatizing autism. Explore Sam's podcast growth, wrestling adventures, musical endeavors, and broadcasting aspirations. The script further ventures into wrestling storylines, favorite wrestlers, media humor, personal hobbies, culinary delights, and dreams for a podcast's future. Connect with Sam:...

Interview with author M. Ryan, who discusses her journey from hairstyling school to writing, her young adult fantasy books, writing process, inspirations, and future projects. She talks about her current books, 'The Monster Hunter' and 'The Court of Monsters', and teases her upcoming series. M. Ryan emphasizes the importance of reading and shares insights into her writing traditions, inspirations, and challenges. Connect with...

In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview special guest Guy Morris, delving into his journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a multi-talented author, songwriter, and technological innovator. Morris shares his early aspirations, struggles with homelessness and survival. We spend a lot of time exploring his novel, The Curse of Cortes, his research into historical mysteries for his novels, and his thoughts on artificial intelligence's future impacts. Could we see a future similar to...

In this episode of A Happy Moment, I chat with master story work coach Dave Robinson to discuss the transformative power of story work in improving well-being. Dave shares his journey from a history teacher and strength and conditioning coach to discovering story work after a life-changing encounter with a spider bite. He explains story work as a process of becoming aware of and analyzing the stories we tell about ourselves and our past experiences, using it to transition from stress states...

In this episode of A Happy Moment, I interview horror author Shannon Lawrence, who discusses her debut novel 'Myth Stalker: Wendigo Nights', her journey as a writer, her interests in horror and fantasy genres since childhood, and insights into creating horror stories. Shannon shares her experiences with published short stories and her transition to novels, her passion for psychology in horror, and the themes and characters in her new book. The conversation also covers the Wendigo legend,...

Dirk Manning is the writer/creator of 20+ graphic novels ranging from horror to professional wrestling. In this episode, he joins me to talk about his latest project, Homestead, which is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter. It's a story of settlers at odds with Native Americans in 1868, with each side seeking to protect their loves ones and their way of life. An already delicate situation becomes even more volatile when werewolves enter the mix. In addition, Dirk shares some of his...

In this episode of A Happy Moment, I talk with special guest John Court, known as JokersRiseHD on Twitch, about his experience as a Twitch streamer, his journey in gaming and his preference for RPGs. John shares his insights on Twitch streaming, the challenge of increasing engagement, and the balance of streaming with personal life. The conversation shifts to wrestling, discussing favorite wrestlers, the return of CM Punk to WWE, and the potential impact of streaming platforms on professional...

In this episode, I interview fantasy author J.V. Hilliard, who shares his journey from being a busy entrepreneur to becoming a 'COVID author' during the pandemic lockdowns. Hilliard discusses the unforeseen transition of his debut fantasy novel into a series, now poised to release its fourth installment. He dives into his writing process, the evolution from daily nonfiction writing to leveraging his Dungeons and Dragons experience for creating compelling fantasy narratives, and the creation...

I'm joined by TTRPG creator Kyle Decker, as we discuss his experience with tabletop gaming and the creation of the Under the Neighborhood role playing game. He shares insights on character creation, gameplay mechanics, and the influence of cartoons on the game's design. Kyle also talks about his Quest Friends actual play podcast. Where to find Kyle and his projects: Under the Neighborhood by Quest Friends! (itch.io) Quest Friends! (questfriendspodcast.com) Quest Friends! (@quest_friends)...

This episode serves as an introduction to the world's largest basketball simulation game - BuzzerBeater! I'm joined by special guest Tyler, from the Bubbles BuzzerBeater YouTube channel. We do a general overview of the game and discuss what new players can expect, as well as the state of the game. BuzzerBeater and Tyler's YouTube channel: https://www.buzzerbeater.com Bubbles BuzzerBeater - YouTube Where to find me: Podcast:...

Chakra Wonders is an organization dedicated to helping people raise their spiritual vibration and becoming the best versions of themselves. In this episode, I'm joined by founder Dexter Morton as we discuss topics such as: What exactly is a chakra and how does it affect us, spirituality and electromagnetic energy, the existence of spirits, angels and demons and the power of meditation. Chakra Wonders and Dexter's socials:...

From writing and editing, to directing and acting - Jack Bowman and Kenton Hall have done it all. Last year, they set their sights on a silent horror film from 1927 that was destroyed in a vault fire - London After Midnight, starring the legendary Lon Chaney. Jack and Kenton, along with fellow writer Lance Roger Axt, have breathed new life into this classic by remaking it into a full cast audio drama as well as a novelization. Today they join me to talk about these exciting projects!...

Fortean investigator and host of On Wednesdays, We Talk Weird, Ashley Hilt, makes her second appearance on the show. We discuss the squonk, the Beast of Bray Road and other creatures, as well as our experiences at cryptid conventions, UFO's and more. Check out On Wednesdays, We Talk Weird and interact with Ashley! Ashley Hilt | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree Where to find me: Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ahappymoment Goodpods:...

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I join Garrett, Louis and Nano on their podcast, We Couldn't Think of a Podcast Name, to chat about the differences between older and newer horror movies, our favorites, the worst ones and the most influential, and more! This was a special episode because Garrett is my cousin, and we don't get to see each other very often. It was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy it! Check out the links below for more from We Couldn't Think of a Podcast Name! We Couldn't Think of a Podcast Name |...