Episodes

  • Maggie Rapier - Romantasy on the Rise
    Jan 10 2026

    Maggie Rapier was born in the South with a healthy streak of wanderlust, and is an incurable romantic who loves nothing more than wordplay and witchcraft—except, perhaps, her sourdough starter. When she’s not marketing French antiques or writing about moody girls and sexy pirates, you can find her wandering in the woods with a basket in hand.

    Grab a copy of Soulgazer- https://a.co/d/eromiKe

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    29 mins
  • David Eliot - Understanding AI Today
    Jan 10 2026

    DAVID ELIOT is a PhD candidate at the University of Ottawa, where he researches the social and political effects of artificial intelligence. He is a member of the Critical Surveillance Studies Lab, and his work on AI has been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2022 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship.

    Grab a copy of Artificially Intelligent: The Human Story of AI- https://a.co/d/iu0WIMc

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    28 mins
  • Gerta Keller - The Truth about Dinosaur Extinction
    Jan 2 2026

    GERTA KELLER is a Professor of Paleontology and Geology Emeritus in the Department of Geosciences at Princeton University, where she has been a tenured faculty member since 1984. She has placed over 260 scientific publications in international journals and is considered a leading authority on catastrophes, mass extinctions, and the biotic and environmental effects of impacts and volcanism. In recent years, her work has received increased recognition and continues to make waves in the mainstream media, including a widely circulated profile in The Atlantic.

    Grab a copy of Last Extinction: The Real Science Behind the Death of the Dinosaurs- https://a.co/d/hDGaUIr

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    24 mins
  • Dr. Tawainna Houston - Educating and Advocating the Public for Better Health
    Jan 2 2026

    Dr. Tawainna Houston, Naturopathic Doctor and Founder & CEO of Black CELL Consulting, is a culturally rooted provider and wellness strategist who empowers the Black community through culturally responsive health education and holistic care. She has well over two decades of combined experience in the disciplines of social science, counseling, cultural wellness, and serving as a licensed naturopathic physician. Dr. Houston creates a unique blend of medical expertise, pastoral counseling, and DEI leadership to address Black health equity and ancestral resilience. She holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Care & Counseling, and a Bachelor’s in Sociology. Originally from Saginaw, MI and now based in Las Vegas, NV, she is the author of Black Wellness Barriers and Detox-Style and a recognized expert in cultural wellness, having served as a DEI committee co-chair for the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Her work has earned her acclaim as a thought leader, educator, and advocate for transformative healing in the Black community.

    Grab a copy of , Black Wellness Barriers: Understanding the Root Cause of Disease Vulnerabilities as a Pathway Towards Restoring Health-https://a.co/d/1GyiGVx

    https://blackcellconsulting.com/black-wellness-barriers/

    Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tawainnahouston

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drthoustonnd/

    Instagram: @drthouston https://www.instagram.com/drthoustonnd/

    Book Available: https://a.co/d/cdkwj4I and wherever books are sold

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    29 mins
  • Emily Crookston - Business Book Ghostwriter
    Jan 3 2025

    Emily Crookston is a best-selling business book ghostwriter, author, and developmental editor. As the Owner and Decider of All Things at The Pocket PhD, she helps self-published author preneurs find their Big Idea, get it out into the world, and grow their businesses. Emily is also a former philosophy professor, a speaker, and a podcast guest. Her new book is Unwritten: The Thought Leader’s Guide to Not Overthinking Your Business Book. Learn more at The Pocket PhD.

    Grab a copy here-https://a.co/d/1EYTGcJ

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    30 mins
  • Mike Fedor - Political Thriller Writer
    Jan 3 2025

    Award-winning American author Michael Fedor has set his sights on crafting political fiction brimming with suspense, fast-paced thrills, and a dash of science-fiction. Michael draws on his 20 years of experiences in the wild, wooly worlds of Washington, DC, and state capitals to tell captivating stories of power, intrigue, and the human condition. His style makes his novels deliciously thrilling. His meticulous research ensures each story is terrifyingly plausible. His inaugural release – What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose (Book 1) – is a 2024 International Firebird Book Award winner in two categories – political thriller and speculative fiction. It also received honors from Storytrade Book Awards, Hollywood Book Festival 2024, and PenCraft Best Book Fall 2024. Its sequel – Tree of Liberty – is out now.

    Grab a copy of What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose-https://a.co/d/3UqtfXf

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    29 mins
  • Dr. Shelley Ann Burke-Nurse - The Unsung Heros
    Dec 27 2025

    Dr. Shelley Ann Pamela Burke, DNP, MSN, RN, CPN is a Registered Nurse who holds a Doctorate in Nursing Practice and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). Born in South America.

    Dr. Burke has lived most of her life in the United States. As faculty at UCI, her focus is on children’s health, women’s issues, and global nursing. Her first global nursing initiative launches in her native country of Guyana. Having worked in multiple hospitals, academia, and as a travel nurse, Dr. Burke has built a vast 40-year career in healthcare.

    She brings this valuable experience to her first book, The Unsung Heroes: Nurses. Dr. Burke is also a wife and mother, and she resides in California.

    Grab a copy of The Unsung Heros; Nurses- https://a.co/d/ehLTbAl

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    29 mins
  • David Finkle -I Write Things That Bring Me Joy
    Dec 27 2025

    David Finkle is a writer and journalist focusing on the arts and politics. Based in Manhattan, he is the author of two-story collections, People Tell Me Things and Great Dates With Some Late Greats. He has also written three novels, The Great Gatsby Murder Case, The Man With the Overcoat and Keys to An Empty House, as well as the award-winning illustrated book of rhyming verse, Humpty Trumpty Hit a Brick Wall. Finkle is a theater critic for New York Stage Review and has contributed to many publications, including The New York Times, The New York Post, The Nation, The New Yorker and New York Magazine. He is heard weekly on The Hour of Lateral Thinking podcast.

    Grab a copy of Humpty Trumpty 2.0- https://a.co/d/gpco8ok

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    25 mins