Something Something Podcast - A Creative Podcast

Tyler Kania is a  former rugby flyhalf turned author—has an incredible journey that will leave audiences inspired and empowered. His upcoming memoir, The Maniac with No Knees, is a deeply moving account of triumph over adversity, chronicling his battle with rare injuries, bipolar disorder, and how the healing power of sports transformed his life.

In a world consumed by screens and technology, new book, Wisdom of Place invites audiences to rediscover the sacred connection between nature, tarot, and myth. Authors Chip Sullivan and Elizabeth Boults, landscape architects and educators, explore the ancient concept of genius loci—the spirit of place—revealing how tarot’s archetypes can help us understand and reconnect with the natural world.With compelling storytelling and deep ecological insights, Wisdom of Place is a must-read for those seeking meaning in today’s fast-paced world.Chip and Elizabeth are available for interviews. I look forward to being in touch.

ENYA FLACK is currently in her third season in a major guest starring role playing DistrictAttorney Alicia Rodds in Tyler Perry's hit BET+ show ALL THE QUEEN’S MEN. Her character isbound and determined to bring down Atlanta mobster, Madam Marilyn De Ville, owner andoperator of a notorious male strip club and at the helm of a variety of law-breaking ventures.This season, Enya’s by the book character joins forces with a female detective and finds herselfwandering outside the line of ethics in favor of a more under handed approach…all in theservice of bringing her target to justice.Other recent roles include “Cassie” in Lifetime’s Twisted Sister and "Carson" in A Man'sPromise as well as guest star roles on the popular Netflix series Outer Banks, The Resident, Walker and Dynasty.She plays the iconic role of Harriet Tubman in her latest feature film project, Marbles and Bullets, which recentlywon best feature film at the Costa Brava (Spain) International Film Festival.Born and raised in in Charlotte, NC by parents who were both educators, Flack excelled in academics and as well asmusic, studying classical piano, harp and flute from age 7.Prior to becoming an actor, Flack passed on a full engineering scholarship to pursue a career in broadcasting,graduating with a degree in Radio and Television Communications from George Washington University, withminors in journalism and music. After working at her hometown ABC-affiliate station for a short time, she decidedto make the move to Los Angeles to instead pursue a career in the entertainment industry.Her early career started behind the camera, as a production secretary at Warner Bros., where she was able tolearn the “business side” of the business. Shortly thereafter, Flack began studying acting and found herselfauditioning and quickly booking parts on sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, The Wayans Brothers and TheSteve Harvey Show. Her first series regular role came when she landed the part of “Brigitte Goodwin” on the UPNseries Malcolm and Eddie which was followed by the role of “Veronica” on Roger Corman’s Syfy comic book seriesBlack Scorpion. Additional early credits include projects such as The Sopranos, Ally McBeal, CSI: Miami, NYPDBlue and Homeland to name a very few.Enya Flack has also distinguished herself as a highly in-demand host, reporter, model and spokesperson. She hasworked as a sports reporter for FOX Sports Net and KCBS-Los Angeles, correspondent for Extra! and E! News Live,host of Travel ala Mode for Sky Radio, model for The Price is Right and Deal or No Deal and spokesperson for It’s aGlam Thing.

Marianne R. Klein aka Marika Roth was born in Budapest, Hungary. Following WWII, she lived in Paris, France until she moved to Montreal, Canada. She studied creative writing and psychology at Sir George Williams University in Montreal. Later, she further extended her studies in art and was a student at the School of Fine Arts.During her time spent in Toronto, Canada, she graduated as a fashion model at the Walter Thornton Modeling School and later pursued her career as a fashion model with the Constance Brown Agency in Montreal. Following her move to Los Angeles, California, she continued her writing studies first at Beverly Hills High, then at UCLA, where she studied under Sy Gomberg (a Writer’s Guild member). She has been a member of several independent writer’s groups in Los Angeles, was a member of Women in Film and studied at the Writer’s Boot Camp.Marianne has written poems, children’s stories, and screenplays, as well as novels. Her award-winning memoir “All the Pretty Shoes,” published under the name of Marika Roth, has been internationally recognized, nominated for an Audio Book Award, and was chosen as a finalist at the Book of the Year Club. Additionally, she has two published novels, both romantic dramas based on semi-fiction entitled: “A Gambler’s Journey” and “Lady Kelton’s Secrets.” In addition to the novels, she has written a short story: “Farewell Paris.”

Brian Brady is the talented author behind the gripping crime novels that bring the streets of San Francisco to life. With a rich background in law enforcement and corporate security, Brian's stories are infused with authenticity and compelling characters that keep readers on the edge of their seats. His debut novel, Oh, What A Tangled Web, introduced us to the dynamic SFPD Homicide Inspectors, and now, in his latest book, Hiding in Plain Sight, he continues their thrilling adventures. With a career that also includes executive positions at NBC Universal and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Brian's multifaceted background further enhances his storytelling prowess. Currently residing in Sonoma County with his wife, Brian continues to draw inspiration from his surroundings and experiences, promising more exciting tales to come.

Bio:  Cody Peterson is a recovering alcoholic/drug-addict with over eleven years clean and sober. He has been fascinated by spirituality and religion since adolescence, although he struggled to maintain a spiritual connection, spending many years trying to get clean and sober. Finally, after a six-month stint in prison and a period of homelessness in Las Vegas, Nevada, Cody sobered up for good in 2013. In addition to practicing the Twelve Steps, Cody has rekindled his love of academic literature regarding spirituality and religion, and in 2019 he was led to the writings of C.G. Jung. Resonating deeply with the seminal ideas espoused by the Swiss psychiatrist, Cody felt his own calling to start writing soon thereafter. Today he takes his daily spiritual practice very seriously, believing that his recovery (and his life) depends on it, with his own version of prayer and meditation having evolved over the last thirty years to now include highlighting books and sharing his insights through his writings—the central feature of his day-to-day routine. Cody also feels an urgent need to give back by “carrying the message” to newcomers to the Twelve Steps through volunteering at any number of drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers and detox-facilities every chance he can. cityseamless.com cityseamlessroofing.com cityseamlesspatiocovers.com

This week  This week filmmakers  Mitchell Jaramillo  and   Siddharth Sharma  from    Hold the Sauce Films stop by to talk about  the new film Unfamily 

Jonathan Lash is a former Peace Corps volunteer, federal prosecutor, and environmental litigator. He has served as Vermont Secretary of Natural Resources, a law professor, and president of a college. For over a decade, he led the World Resources Institute, an international organization dedicated to transforming ideas into action to address global environmental and development challenges. In 2006, Rolling Stone magazine named him one of 25 “Warriors and Heroes” fighting to prevent a planet-wide climate catastrophe. His efforts to persuade major corporations to take climate change seriously earned him recognition as one of the “100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics” by Ethisphere Magazine in 2007 and one of the world’s “Top 100 Most Influential People in Finance” by Treasury and Risk Management Magazine in 2005. He has written numerous articles for publications ranging from the Harvard Business Review to the Washington Post. His book, A Season of Spoils (Pantheon Press, 1984), chronicles the Reagan Administration’s assault on the environment. His latest release, What Death Revealed (Austin Macauley Publishers, 2024), a historical-fiction novel, is available now on Amazon. https://www.jonathanlash.com/

Ron Voller is the author of The Muleskinner and the Stars (Springer 2015), and Hubble, Humason and the Big Bang (Springer Praxis 2021).   He has contributed articles to Astronomy Magazine, chronicling the extraordinary life of the astronomer Milton Humason, a tribute to the 100-inch Hooker telescope at Mount Wilson  - the telescope that led us beyond the depths of our home galaxy - in its centennial year, and the history of the development of the Ritchey-Chrétien telescope design - that has helped lead us into the farthest depths of space.  ​ A native of Chicago, Mr. Voller earned undergraduate degrees in music and literature from the University of Denver before moving to New York City in 1999. He is currently seeking a master's degree in interdisciplinary studies at Johns Hopkins University's Krieger School of Arts and Sciences.   In addition to these activities, Mr. Voller has enjoyed speaking with astronomy groups, mentoring young people in developing their outlooks on life and creative pursuits, and consulting with other writers on the subject of story: structure and strategy. He is also currently working as a producer on the development of several documentary projects. He is an advocate for equality and human rights, and works in this capacity as an advisor to the board of a public charity working to empower young women and men in East Africa. Ron Voller websit

Dr. Lesk has been a practicing, board-certified psychiatrist since 1984, treating thousands of adult patients while researching, writing articles and mentoring students. He served as chairman of psychiatry at a large VA hospital in New York and assistant professor at the affiliated medical school. He is pioneering new theories in hopes of improving our understanding of the illnesses patients endure and reducing stigma while surging empathy. This book is a result of those efforts. Unlike any other work in the field, Dr. Lesk’s ‘primitive organization’ theory explains the phenomenon of schizophrenia with advanced, scientifically documented clarity and depth, opening a fresh window on mental illness while weaving together disciplines as diverse as Darwinian evolution, anthropology, physics, neurochemistry and Freudian psychology in a lucid panorama.Website: https://stevenleskmd.com/

ABOUT DYLAN At just 15, Dylan Rhys is already making waves as a standout in the next generation of Texas musicians. Embracing his musical passion from an early age, Dylan picked up guitar at nine, seamlessly integrating vocals shortly thereafter. It was during the early days of COVID-19 quarantine that he created his first stage by streaming his “Corona Concert Series: Live from the Driveway” for family and friends. In the summer of 2022, Dylan entered a months-long open mic competition hosted by Dosey Doe in The Woodlands, Texas, winning first place out of over 80 contestants spanning a wide range of ages and genres.  Opportunities to perform at local venues quickly followed, and he can now be found sharing his original music and a deep list of country covers throughout Central and Southeast Texas. Influenced by the likes of Shane Smith and the Saints, Flatland Cavalry and Turnpike Troubadours, and developing a sound similar to Dylan Gossett, Sam Barber and Wyatt Flores, Dylan strives to portray authenticity in his lyrics and sound. His youthful approach to songwriting and confident, charismatic stage presence have provided him the opportunity to open for national touring artists Jon Stork, Jesse Daniel, Matt Castillo, and Bailey Rae, and to share the stage in renowned venues such as Dosey Doe – The Big Barn and The Kenney Store. Currently in his freshman year, Dylan balances his music pursuits with a full course load of classes, is a lefty pitcher on the baseball team, and plays the double bass in his school’s orchestra.  In his free time, he enjoys being a kid, soaking up life experiences to turn into future songs.  Look out for his first single debuting soon! Dylan website

Patricia Canton, a proud mother of three from Southern California, with a Latin heritage, is a passionate entrepreneur committed to building legacies and wealth through financial literacy and planning. With a background in psychology, she approaches her work with compassion and finds joy in positively impacting others. As a fully bilingual English and Spanish speaker, Patricia is dedicated to bridging language gaps and ensuring that financial knowledge is accessible to everyone, which empowers families with the awareness they need for financial security. Her entrepreneurial spirit drives her to share opportunities and create innovative ventures that benefit her community. Outside of her professional life, Patricia enjoys reading, healthy living, traveling, exploring the outdoors, and spending quality time with loved ones. Connect with Patricia at patricia@trioins.com or 661-477-1709 to connect and explore opportunities in entrepreneurship and wealth-building.

This week, John Adams and Toby Poser of the Addams Family stop by to talk about to talk about their new movie premiering on shutter this Friday, Hell Hole

Marcus Pittman is the founder and CEO of LOOR.tv ( L O O R) a streaming platform that allows monthly subscribers to spend their monthly subscription funding movies and TV shows from new independent artists.  He headed up video digital advertising for the agency that did all of Pure Flix's online marketing, is a documentary filmmaker of two notable pro-life films, Babies are Murdered Here and Babies are Still Murdered Here.

The age-old saying, “It Takes A Village,” is what New Life Village lives by, and they should know. Founded and headed up by husband and wife duo Isamarie (Isa) Banks Nieves and James Banks, New Life Village exists to bridge the very wide gap between the foster care of our youth who are about to age out of the foster care system at the age of 18 or who have aged out of the system and have nowhere to go or to turn to. “At New Life, our village is our community of stakeholders that believes that every child deserves an opportunity to succeed in life no matter where they come from. It just so happens that these kids come from a place of not knowing what is going to happen to them once they age out of the system,” Banks Nieves says. She continues, “Once they turn 18, life just falls in front of them and is coming at them at a million miles an hour, and they have nowhere to go or anyone to turn to. But that’s why we exist and are building on what we are standing for.” It’s not just talk. James and Isa are in the process of building out a 4,000 sq. ft. facility in Killeen, Texas. The building will serve as both a fundraising opportunity for New Life Village, complete with a bakery/coffee shop, media arts section, and a big working kitchen. “Our vision for this place is to be a blessing not only for our kids but for the community too,” James says as he points out different sections of the building. “We want to teach our kids responsibility. We want them to work here, make money, and gain the confidence and understanding they need as they move into the workforce beyond here,” Isa adds, looking in on the various stages of construction in the building. Isa continues and begins to become emotional, “The building we are walking through, everything you see here, everything that will be in this place, will be donated. We have an amazing board of directors who believe in us and what we are doing. We share the same vision and want the same thing for our kids: structure and someone, something to believe in.”As they continue to walk through the building, both James and Isa elaborate. “Once our youth, whether it’s a boy, a young man, or a girl, a young woman, turn 18, the foster care system kicks them out. They have nowhere to go,” James says. “Let me be clear, ‘Kicks them out’ is a very harsh term, but I think at this point, where I am and with what I’ve seen with the youth we are working with and have worked with, harsh doesn’t even come close to what these kids, our kids, have been through,” Isa says in a matter-of-fact tone, without any of the emotional context you can feel as she says this. She continues, “Can you imagine growing up in a system that is overcrowded and understaffed? No one has time for you, much less gives you the attention every child needs to develop into self-reliant, confident adults who become productive members of society.” “What happens when foster children and our youth don’t get ANY of that? There’s a developmental gap that begins to widen, and by the time they, the kids, reach the adult age of 18, they are expected to walk out of a system that didn’t prepare them for what they are about to walk into out in the real world,” says Isa.“We see it time and time again. It doesn’t get any easier the longer we work with our youth. It’s heartbreaking when we first meet them. Standoffish, not really knowing who to trust, and the emotional disconnect that will always come with what they have been through,” James says.But there is hope in what Isa and James are doing by standing in the gap between foster care ending and what is next.According to their website, New Life Village | Foster Care

Born in England and raised in Canada, Michael has spent his adult life in Europe and South Africa. Michael’s father was a Canadian soldier who met his wife, an English girl, in Croydon, south of London during World War II. Michael emigrated to Montreal, Quebec, with his mother when the war ended, and there he grew up. After a stint in the military and his university studies, Michael spent a year back in Croydon, worked in London and explored the UK with his wife. He then moved to Heidelberg, Germany, where he worked in medical research, learnt German and explored Germany, Scandinavia, Switzerland, Austria and northern Italy for seven years. Afterwards he spent three years working in Paris and got to know most of France and Spain. Following another stint in Germany, Michael moved with his family to Johannesburg, South Africa. He travelled the length and breadth of Africa’s southern tip from South Africa to Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Lesotho, Swaziland (now Eswatini) and Mozambique. Up to now, Michael has visited more than 44 countries, 300 cities and countless towns and villages worldwide. An avid freshwater angler, Michael began fishing with his father at the age of four on the St Lawrence river, including ice fishing. He went on to fish in rivers of the Laurentian Mountains in Quebec and along the east and west coasts of Canada, the Florida Keys and the Shenandoah River in the U.S. He has fished north of the Arctic Circle in Norway and south of the equator in Kenya, Mauritius, South Africa, Namibia, the Okavango River of Botswana, the Zambezi River of Zimbabwe and Lake Victoria of Kenya. A lover of nature, Michael has also spent quiet time in the Laurentian Mountains, the Alps, the Pyrenees, and the Drakensberg Mountains of Southern Africa. The nature reserves throughout Africa have always been for him a beloved destination.In addition, history has always been Michael’s passion. Not surprisingly, it led to an exploration of his own fascinating family heritage. Years of extensive research culminated in his writing The Rutherford Chronicles, a series of four books based on his ancestors’ lives, their friends and their families in the turbulent years of the 20th century. Michael’s diverse background, combined with his zest for life and voracious curiosity, forges in The Rutherford Chronicles a moving saga of unsung heroes and tempestuous times. Michael G Bergen websit

This week psychic medium Jennifer Page tells us all about herself Check out her website

Toronto-based actor Siddharth Sharma, represented by Noble Caplan Abrams, boasts over half a decade of experience in the industry. Known for his versatility and captivating performances, Siddharth has become a sought-after talent. In addition to his acting prowess, he co-founded HoldTheSauceFilms, dedicated to independent filmmaking, producing short films, music videos, and soon-to-be-released microfilms. Siddharth's passion for storytelling and commitment to the art of cinema make him a rising star to watch in the entertainment world. Notably, he appears on the show "The Way Home" and is part of Gen V, adding to his diverse portfolio and growing reputation Siddharth Sharma IG

Anthony Schembri is a distinguished former police commissioner who brings a wealth of expertise to his thrilling crime novels. With a background in the Homicide Bureau, forensic evidence, and leadership positions in law enforcement, Schembri’s dynamic career and accolades, including an Innovations in Government award from Harvard, shape his captivating narrative. As a Fulbright scholar and author of books on criminal law and leadership, Schembri’s masterful storytelling leaves readers craving more.

P.D. Blackwell is known for his amazing stories that take readers on thrilling adventures while also exploring deep themes. His latest book, "Chaos Rising," is out just in time for National Reading Month. It's a must-read that shows off his incredible talent for storytelling.To celebrate National Reading Month, P.D. Blackwell is taking a break from promoting his book to talk about why reading is so important. buy the book here

Tom Harrison is an author with a passion for weaving captivating narratives. Born and raised amidst the vibrant rhythms of Memphis, his deep-rooted connection to the South shapes his unique storytelling style. Tom claims his soul is majestically linked to that of his hometown: its music, its people, its challenges, and its triumphs. As evidenced by its deep-rooted character and historical significance, Memphis arguably leads the world as the city mentioned in more recorded song lyrics than any other city. Tom spent his career in the world of finance, traversing the four corners of the United States and beyond. Currently, he is the owner of a thriving consulting firm, where he continues to channel his rich experiences into assisting others in their pursuits of their passions. Tom, his wife, Diane, and dog, Lacey, live in Americus, Georgia, where he draws inspiration from its scenic beauty and close-knit community. Tom invites readers to delve into worlds that resonate with both heart and intellect.  buy the book here

In “The Next Run,” a 60s UC Berkeley student who brings some pot back from Mexico on a lark and ends up heading a Colombian operation with a cargo plane dropping bales to waiting speedboats off the coast of Florida—plus . . . a Mexican operation with six tons at a time crossing the border in semis past a bribed customs officer! Some of this while maintaining a full course load at Berkeley!

Beverley Blass is a highly sought after integrative intuitive healer, withover 35-years of experience helping thousands of celebrities, athletes,executives, and health-conscious individuals and providers to achieveoptimal health and well-being. Offering Body-Centered Psychotherapy,Soul-Centered Hypnotherapy, and Professional Colon Hydrotherapy,she works with her clients, integrating a “whole body” experience, e.g.spiritual, physical, mental and emotional health, and healing. chekc out her websit right here

Kataem Enoth-Luwunzu O’Connor was born and raised in the Toronto area but has always remained close to his Ugandan and Trinidadian roots. He started acting and modelling at the age of 10 with the support of his family, and his career has skyrocketed from there. He attended high school at Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts, where he was able to perform and develop his musical craft in front of large audiences while simultaneously building his television career. He is a talented triple threat artist, with the art of acting at the centre of his passion. Kataem is a humble, yet dedicated young performer who is no stranger to hard work. Since graduating, he has been featured in television shows such as Degrassi, L.A Complex, Stephen King’s 11/22/63, Raising Expectations, The Expanse, Hudson & Rex, and CBC’s critically acclaimed Kim’s Convenience. In addition, Kataem played the recurring role of Adam Parker on one of Canada’s longest running television shows, Heartland, and can currently be seen in the role of Spencer in Hallmark’s new series The Way Home, which can be found on the Hallmark Channel and has just been picked up for a second season. He’s also dipped his toes into the film side of the industry, appearing in Molly McGlynn’s feature Bloody Hell, as well as the upcoming Lifetime feature 72 Hours: The Carlesha Gaither Story.

In a world where we all get caught up in our typical 9-5 jobs, we tend to forget about how important it is to foster our souls and find room in our daily lives to find our personal potential and increase self-improvement.In Jo-Ann's new book, Soulful Work 2.0: Powered by Inner-Person Potential, Jo-ann calls for a radical rethink of the age-old employment model that has worn out its welcome and wants to help the power of embracing one's calling and finding purpose within our daily lives. Through Jo-Ann's words, readers are encouraged to uncover their potential for growth and make goals for self-improvement.Jo-Ann's career highlights include decades of service in a variety of educational leadership capacities including curriculum designer, instructional leader, grants writer, and independent researcher. She orchestrated her district in attaining a National Excellence Award and Best Practice Award, showcasing her team's approach to innovative education. Jo-Ann is now president of Soulful Work LLC and writes on the topic of principled leadership. Buy the book here

Mark David Gerson, an award-winning author with a global readership, has penned over twenty books that traverse the realms of spellbinding fiction, insightful personal development, and self-help guides, as well as riveting memoirs and enduring classics for writers. Beyond his novel, Gerson has adapted his work as a screenplay. Readers can soon hope to watch his captivating story come to life on the screen. Delve deeper into the world of Mark David Gerson, where words and stories hold the power to transform lives and reignite the fires of imagination. For more about this extraordinary author, visit: https://www.markdavidgerson.com/about

This week, Jo Ann Rivera stops by to talk about Victoria's Black Swan Inn For more info, click here

Our friends from Charleston paranormal stop by, to tell us some scary stuff Check out Charleston paranormal right here

This week in Spooktober Milton Glenn from the Absecon lighthouse in stops by to tell us all some really great spooky stories For more info on the Absecon lighthouse light this link Absecon lighthouse

Amy DeVita and Ray Bindus from the historic haunted Red Mill in Clinton, New Jersey, stop by to tell us some spooky Tales and fun events coming to the Red Mill  Red Mill Clinton, New Jersey

This week Joseph Russomanno stops by to tell us about this new book, The “Stench” of Politics Polarization and Worldview on the Supreme Court buy the book here

the wilds of India to the banks of the River Kwai. Included are tales from the jails of Madrid to the jungles of Fiji and the cold war streets of Budapest. The work seamlessly connects the Golden Age of Hollywood to the highly successful premium television of today. Make or break creative battles, Hollywood intrigues, unpredictable studio executives, and temperamental actors are all documented in colorful detail. Whether the reader is an aspiring filmmaker or just a movie lover, this book has it all, including a unique insight into television directing in the new streaming age. You can buy he's new book right here

Just like her books, Kay Oliver is uplifting, direct, and easy to connect with. Having had a successful career as a writer and editor in the entertainment industry, from working with Speilberg to Saban Entertainment, Oliver has made a seamless transition into writing novels. The changeover was so seamless, in fact, that her colleagues were incredulous after reading her first book, mainly because it read like it came from a seasoned novelist. And, within the span of a few novels, Oliver has quickly established herself as an award-winning author. Her newest novel, Road to Elysium, is inspired by true events and addresses topics relevant to today’s social and political atmosphere. Unpretentious and refreshing, Kay Oliver is proof that the written word can spark positive change, one reader at a time.For more information please visit  Kay Oliver

This weeks guest is Michael Tedder Michael Tedder has written about music, film, the entertainment industry, television, health, and masculinity for Esquire, Playboy, Money, The Street, the New Republic, Stereogum, Vulture, Variety, the Daily Beast, The Ringer, the Village Voice, and MEL. He is the former managing editor of the music magazine CMJ and the pop culture magazine Paper, and was a founding editor of the critical discussion website The Talkhouse. He cofounded the New York–based music critic reading series and podcast Words and Guitars. He lives in the New York metro area. Check out Michael web page right here And buy the book here

This week, Vivianne Knebel stops by to tell us about her new book, about her upcoming new book Check out all of Vivianne's stuff right here

Sonia was born and raised in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. She went to school at Western in London, Ontario and graduated from Dentistry in '93 and Orthodontics in '99. She pioneered the use of digital orthodontics in practice and has lectured all over the world to share her knowledge with others. Sonia has written the Leave the Little Light On series, designing and painting all the book covers, editing and self-publishing her contribution to the world.  She is an advocate for love. Check out Sonia stuff here    

Steve Bates is a science fiction writer. His new novel, "Castle of Sand," is now available on Amazon. His first novel, "Back to You," is also available on Amazon. Steve's short stories have appeared in numerous publications, including Kzine and Perihelion. Before turning to fiction, he was a reporter and editor for The Washington Post as well as for other newspapers, magazines and the web. Steve has won numerous awards for news and feature writing, including a Jesse H. Neal Award for business journalism in 2009 and an investigative reporting award in 1990.

Alex Hook is an emerging artist who has been acting since the age of seven. Alex made her mark in the Nickelodeon series “I Am Frankie” playing the lead role of Frankie for two seasons. When starting out, she booked many commercials as a young performer winning a Joey Award in 2015 for ‘Best Actress in a Commercial (ages 13-18)’ Canadian national awards for teen actors. Other credits include the Hallmark movie ‘A Nutcracker Christmas’, The Lifetime movie “Galentine’s Day Nightmare” and “Safe House” directed by Jeff Glickman. She can currently be seen in a recurring role on Hallmark’s new series “The Way Home”, which premiered early this year and recently got picked up for a second season.

Author MeShorn Daniels challenges this idea in his debut book. Through his story, Daniels, who goes by the moniker "Uncle Meshorn,"  debunks every label by which he and others have been branded in his upcoming memoir, I am not your black, America. His mission is to create a paradigm shift in America away from color and labels towards accepting all humankind. MeShorn page

This week Mari Blake Mari Blake (she/her) is an actor, writer, and director based in NYC. Recent acting credits include Shadows (Off-Broadway, NYC), We're Here (Harrisburg Fringe), and The Star-Spangled Girl (Judson Theatre Company, NC). Mari also enjoys acting on camera and has worked on several films anticipating 2023 festival runs including Yes, No, Goodbye (dir. Will Mustin) and The Girl Who Cried Her Eyes Out (Mimage Pictures). Check out here stuff right here

Dr. Otto Stallworth Jr. was born and reared in Birmingham, Alabama, during the 1940s, 50s, and early 60s, a city characterized during those years by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as “the most segregated city in America.” Crossed the Alabama state line the first time at age 16 in 1962 to attend Howard University in Washington, D.C., and became the first college graduate in his family. The details of Dr. Stallworth’s life are evocative of friendships, falling in love, and marriages; and a great variety of occupations ranging from discovering and managing a famous music group to driving a city bus on his first trip to Chicago to becoming a doctor. His writing style itself is clear and effective, quirky and compelling, especially the descriptions of friendships from early childhood on, and falling in love, and the humorous stories. There are sad times described, and traumas and problems, but Dr. Stallworth gives these a full range of emotions and I think the reader really feels what the author, Dr. Stallworth, felt, or close to it. His style of writing and his stories are informative, quirky, and compelling. Probably more important, the reader can learn from it. “I wrote stories, never shared, as I remembered events in my life, and as if I were telling them to a friend.” Dr. Stallworth, 2023. buy the book here

This week filmmaker and YouTuber Kill Joy Jake stops by to talk about filmmaker and doing YouTube videos Kill Joy Jake's stuff Youtube IG twitter

Lynette VanBeber works in advertising for a broadcast TV station and helps businesses succeed through the development of marketing plans and the implementation of strategies using a variety of advertising media. She’s worked with almost all forms of mass media and has watched consumer behavior and media consumption change throughout her career; however, the pandemic significantly impacted the media landscape. With the focus shifting from mass to more individualized consumption, the methods to help businesses succeed is in a transition. Lynette is a graduate of Baylor University with a BBA in Marketing and Management and a Master of Science degree in Marketing from the University of Colorado. A Colorado native and currently living in Central Texas, she has two awesome kids, is active in local philanthropy, and spends as much of her spare time as she can outdoors.  

Bio:  Jared Cohn is a film/TV director, writer, and producer based in Los Angeles, CA.   He has directed over 50 films that have been produced and distributed by major studios and production companies such as Netflix, Hulu, Showtime, Syfy, Lifetime, and many more.     His works have been released theatrically and he has won numerous awards and has been featured in GQ, New York Times, LA times, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline and many other major press outlets.   Born and raised in New York City, Jared received a B.F. A. in Communication Arts from New York Institute of Technology. His new book, 50 Movies Made: Lessons Learned on a Filmmaker’s Journey, chronicles his life through the Hollywood trenches and how he achieved his lifelong dream on the other side. In the book, he discusses all areas of the moviemaking process, from screenwriting and preproduction to production, post-production and distribution www.jaredcohn.com