Fantasy author Jeffrey Nix talks about writing and reading with intention, rational and trope-aware storytelling, publishing fiction online, inviting readers into the creative process, avoiding burnout, and building sustainable creative habits over the long term.

Read Jeffrey's work:
Read Alias & Apocalypses for free on Royal Road

Short fiction:
Spectral Supper and other stories

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Jeffrey Nix
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Author and former Air Force pilot James R. Hannibal talks about his journey from military aviation to bestselling thriller fiction, navigating synesthesia and creativity, the realities of secular publishing, the high personal cost of holding firm to Christian convictions, and why he ultimately shifted his focus to faith-driven storytelling and discipleship through projects like Light Raiders and Courser Media.

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Light Raiders
James R. Hannibal on Amazon
Courser Media

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: James R. Hannibal
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Christian Geek Central founder and podcaster Paeter Frandsen talks about his winding creative journey through music, theater, audio drama, and online ministry; the long road of creating the Spirit Blade audio drama trilogy; engaging geek culture with both discernment and grace; navigating faith-based storytelling in a secular world; and helping Christian creatives and fans find their place in the local church while still embracing the stories they love.

Check out Paeter's work:
Spirit Blade Productions
Christian Geek Central Podcast

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Paeter Frandsen
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Author Kerry Nietz talks about his early career in the software industry, how that experience became his first memoir, the long road of writing multiple unpublished novels, his love of writing curious and heartfelt science fiction, how ideas often fall into his lap, experimenting with dictation, mentoring authors at Realm Makers, and more.

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Kerry Nietz
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Professional wrestler, actor, and stuntman Luke Hawx talks about discovering discipline through adversity, breaking into the wrestling world, transitioning into major film and television projects, the story behind launching Wildkat Sports, and the mindset that keeps him hungry, creative, and constantly evolving.

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Luke Hawx
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Author Lauren Smyth talks about growing up as a military kid, being homeschooled with a literature-rich curriculum, signing her first publishing contract at just 13 years old, what she's learned from working on both sides of the editorial desk, her family's entrepreneurial spirit, and her new novel, Warsafe.

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Lauren Smyth
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

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 Wilkens' 20-game rule, and why he's bullish on this Hawks roster.

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Bob Rathbun
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner

Author Hope Ann talks about growing up in a large family with eight younger siblings, her early love for The Chronicles of Narnia, her late entry into fantasy storytelling, how her imaginative childhood shaped her creativity, her experience coordinating volunteers at Realm Makers, her favorite seasons of Doctor Who, and the significance of preparing both practically and spiritually for a hopeful future.

Check out the Kickstarter for Hope's new book, Unbanded!

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Host: Clint Hall
Guest: Hope Ann
Producer: Clint Hall
Music: Milton Gardner