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Redhawk Publications is an artistic initiative of the Catawba Valley Community College, publishing written works of interest for the local community, the state of North Carolina as well the entire United States. Established in 2017, CVCC is the only North Carolina community college with a publishing division and has over 75 unique titles.

The podcast, “RedPubPod” acts as a companion to the works of our authors. Be sure to check out the podcast and subscribe so that you can hear author interviews that highlight their writing processes, literary inspirations, and newest releases. 

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  • RedPubPod 049: Todd Rafael Cimino and Hailie Tanner, Akula Literary Partners
    Jan 22 2026
    “Every drama should make you laugh at least once, and every comedy should make you cry at least once.” In this episode of RedPubPod, we talk storytelling—why it works, why it matters, and why it still beats doom-scrolling every time. We’re also officially kicking off an exciting new partnership between Redhawk Publications and Akula Literary Partners, a near-nonprofit collective focused on lifting up women writers, writers of color, and LGBTQ+ voices across fiction, screenwriting, poetry, and music. (Yes, we love a mission with purpose.) Our guest is North Carolina-based screenwriter and Television Academy jurist Todd Rafael Cimino, who has done the thing—working on projects like Miami Vice, Lost in Translation, Big Little Lies, and Nine Perfect Strangers—and lived to tell the tale. Todd shares how Akula’s mentorship-first model came to be, what the creative industries really look like from the inside, and why rejection is basically a rite of passage. Spoiler: community and relationships still matter more than algorithms, submissions portals, or whatever LinkedIn is trying to sell this week. We also preview upcoming literary projects, including Rivertown, a deeply personal, politically charged novel set in North Florida during the 2004 election era. Written with an episodic, TV-ready structure, it sparks a great conversation about how storytelling shifts when writers move between novels, film, and television—and why genre-bending, redemption arcs, and emotional truth are non-negotiable if you want work that actually sticks. Joining the conversation is Hailie Tagner, editor at Akula Literary Partners and intern at Redhawk Publications, who somehow (and somewhat sneakily) landed in the orbit of both. Hailie brings questions straight from current screenwriting students at Catawba Valley Community College, prompting Todd to reflect on the unexpected depth of local talent and how education can be a real on-ramp—not just a buzzword—to opportunity. We wrap things up with thoughts on documentary storytelling, guilty-pleasure TV (no judgment), and the shared Redhawk/Akula goal: telling stories that broaden perspectives, celebrate diversity, and linger long after the credits roll. Redhawk’s next Screenwriting & Film Adaptation Workshop will be held on Wednesday evenings, February 18th – April 8th, 6 pm – 8 pm. For eight weeks at only $75, it truly is, as Patty says, a bargain! To register or get more information: https://tinyurl.com/Spring2026Screenwriting. Folks, put Saturday, April 25th, on your calendar now! The City of Hickory will hold its 2nd Annual Literary Festival, and Redhawk Publications friends and family will be in full force. If you are a Redhawk author, we will have a table, free, so again – don’t miss this one! And as always, we are honored to have RedPubPod sponsored by Scott Owens, the new Poet Laureate for the City of Hickory, as well as the owner of the best little coffee shop in all of North Carolina, Taste Full Beans! Be sure to stop by and let the super-friendly staff know you heard about “TFB” from your favorite literary podcast, RedPubPod! Guests in this episode : Todd Rafael Cimino - Screenwriter, Founder of Akula Literary Partners, Instructor Hailie Tagner – Editor with Akula Literary Partners and Intern with Redhawk Publications Taste Full Beans Coffee, Tea & Café 29 2nd Street NW, Hickory, NC (828) 325-0108 Don’t forget to FOLLOW, SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod! Show some love for the written word by talented writers because carefully chosen words in the proper order can change the world. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedhawkPub/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhawkcreative/ #NorthCarolina, #RedhawkPublications, #RedPubPod, #FilmMaking, #Screenwriting, #NCFilms, #FilmAdaptation, #AkulaLitPartners #AkulaLiteraryPartners, #LakeNorman, #SherrillsFord, #CatawbaCounty #CatawbaCoNC, #LitFests North Carolina, Redhawk Publications, RedPubPod, Film Making, Screenwriting, NC Films, Film Adaptation, Akula Lit, Akula Literary Partners, Lake Norman, Sherrills Ford, Catawba County, Catawba County, NC, Literary festivals
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    40 Min.
  • RedPubPod #048: “I have a good memory…”
    Nov 14 2025

    “I have a good memory…”

    And Earl’s not kidding. Charlotte native and lifelong fan Earl Gulledge joins Richard and Patty to explore the mid-century Queen City—when neon signs brightened the streets, the skyline was still taking shape, and “hauling around town” was a way of life.

    Part memoir, part history, and part urban love letter, Charlotte: Haulin' Around Town Streetside captures the city’s transformation from streetcars to skyscrapers. Earl, a retired architect (and proud octogenarian with a sharper memory than both hosts combined), dives into how Charlotte grew—and what got lost along the way.

    This episode isn’t just nostalgia; it’s a thoughtful examination of a city's soul, what we choose to preserve, and what we pave over. As Richard says, “You watched Charlotte grow up!” And Earl did—firsthand.

    Grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and listen to a true primary source share stories that built the Queen City.

    Check out Earl’s book here, packed with rare, never-before-seen photos that make Charlotte history come alive.

    REDPUBPOD HOSTS:

    Richard Eller — Executive Director, Redhawk Publications

    Patty Thompson — Acquisitions Editor, Redhawk Publications

    And of course, a massive shout-out to our sponsor, Taste Full Beans — not only the best coffeehouse in town, but also a proud supporter of local literature and home to Redhawk Publications books. Be sure to stop by, grab a cup, and tell the amazing folks there that RedPubPod sent you!

    Taste Full Beans Coffee, Tea & Café

    29 2nd Street NW, Hickory, NC

    (828) 325-0108

    Don’t forget to FOLLOW, SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod! Show some love for the written word by talented writers because carefully chosen words in the proper order can change the world.

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedhawkPub/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhawkcreative/

    #Charlotte, #NorthCarolina, #Charlottehistory, #QueenCity, #NorthCarolinaHistory, #SouthernTowns, #SouthernCities, #EarlGulledge, #RedhawkPublications, #NewBook, #Memoir, #RedPubPod

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    42 Min.
  • RedPubPod 047: Two Poets for the Price of One The Teacher, The Student, and the Poetry Between Them
    Oct 10 2025

    What makes a good poet? Never underestimate the impact of a great instructor who both nurtures and challenges their students. In this episode, Patty and Richard dive into the art and craft of poetry with two writers who represent both sides of that relationship — the teacher and the student.

    Scott Owens, a longtime poet, instructor, and owner of Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse in Hickory, joins the conversation to talk about his 24th published book, “Elemental.” Alongside him is his former student, Gray Lee, a Lenoir-Rhyne University student and former Redhawk Publications intern, celebrating the release of their first chapbook, “Becoming.”

    The discussion explores everything from writing routines to inspiration — or the lack thereof. Scott shares insights into poetic forms and the discipline behind his writing, while Gray offers a fresh perspective on creativity as a more spontaneous, organic process. Together, they remind us that there’s no single “right” way to write poetry — just the courage to begin. HINT: Want to dive into the art of poetic forms—tankas, sonnets, sestinas, and villanelles? You’ll learn about them in this episode… Does the form create the poem? Or do the words dictate the form? Depends! Poetic license…

    Patty even turns the mic toward Richard Eller, Executive Director of Redhawk Publications and author of numerous nonfiction works, to explore how his historical writing process differs from that of poets.

    SURPRISE: Gray learns their poem has been nominated for the Pushcart Award 2026 season. Congrats!

    A heartfelt thank-you goes out to Lenoir-Rhyne University, whose dedicated instructors continue to shape and inspire new generations of writers. JOIN US: If you hear this before the end of October, please join Gray at Taste Full Beans for the book launch of “Becoming” along with Tuesday, October 28th, at 6:15 p.m., address below. Partial proceeds will benefit OUTright Youth of Catawba Valley, a nonprofit that nurtures and powers the LGBTQ+ community.

    And of course, a massive shout-out to our sponsor, Taste Full Beans — not only the best coffeehouse in town, but also a proud supporter of local literature and home to Redhawk Publications books. Be sure to stop by, grab a cup, and tell the amazing folks there that RedPubPod sent you!

    REDHAWK PUBLICATIONS CO-HOSTS:

    Richard Eller, Executive Director, Redhawk Publications & RedPubPod Engineer

    Patty Thompson, Acquisitions Editor, Redhawk Publications

    Taste Full Beans Coffee, Tea & Café

    29 2nd Street NW, Hickory, NC

    (828) 325-0108

    https://www.tastefullbeans.com/

    Don’t forget to FOLLOW, SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod! Show some love for the written word by talented writers because carefully chosen words in the proper order can change the world.

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RedhawkPub/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redhawkcreative/

    #RedPubPod, #RedhawkPublications, #ScottOwens, #GrayLee, #Elemental, #Becoming, #Poetry, #Poems, #Publishing, #Authors, #Writers, #Poets, #NorthCarolinaPoets, #TasteFullBeans, #CatawbaValleyCommunityCollege,

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    46 Min.
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