What if one of the most fascinating chapters in American history is one you've never heard of?

On Episode 117 of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by author, inventor, and entrepreneur Jerry Spencer to explore the incredible true story behind his historical novel, A Petition in Boots.

We dive into Coxey's Army, the forgotten 1894 march on Washington, the surprising involvement of a young Jack London, and how a movement born out of economic desperation helped influence America's future.

Jerry is an incredible storyteller, and this is one fascinating conversation about forgotten history, writing, and bringing the past back to life!

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What does it take to turn an ordinary space into something extraordinary?

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by Heather Cleveland, founder of Heather Cleveland Design, who brings more than 26 years of experience in interior design!

We talk about her fascinating creative upbringing, her journey into the design industry, the challenges of building a successful business, and how thoughtful design can transform the way we live and feel in our homes.

Heather brings a wonderful personality, incredible insight, and a genuine passion for what she does. A fun, engaging conversation about creativity, following your passion, and making spaces truly feel like home!

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Writing a book is one thing. Turning that book into a successful writing career is something else entirely!

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by award-winning, international bestselling author and ghostwriter Lana McAra, who has written more than 50 books with over one million copies sold!

We talk about her incredible journey as an author, the realities of today's publishing industry, why great books sometimes struggle to find readers, and what it really takes to build a lasting career as a writer.

Lana brings a wealth of experience, a wonderful outlook on life, and a genuine passion for helping other authors succeed. She's an absolute joy to talk to, and this is a conversation every aspiring or established writer should hear!

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What do software engineering, farming, poetry, and novel writing have in common? For Matt Thomas, they're all part of one fascinating journey!

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by author, poet, software engineer, and farmer Matt Thomas. We talk about his life in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, his creative journey, and how his experiences with technology and nature influence his writing.

We also dive into his poetry collections and his debut novel, Good Nature, exploring the inspiration behind his work and what keeps him creating.

A fun, thoughtful conversation about storytelling, creativity, and following your passions, wherever they might lead!

Matt's Website: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/fa530f32dd704175a66a81ced2332949

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What does it really take to get a book published, build a brand, and get people to notice your work?

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by Bridgetta Tomarchio, award-winning author, ghostwriter, book strategist, and founder of Plot Twist Ink. With over 20 years in entertainment, publicity, and publishing, she's worked with names like Val Kilmer and Sarah Ferguson and helped launch more than 40 books.

We talk about her fascinating journey from celebrity publicity to publishing, the challenges authors face, and what it takes to turn a great story into a successful book.

Bridgetta brings incredible energy, experience, and insight to a conversation you won't want to miss!

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Some people make bad decisions. Others take stupidity to an entirely new level. And then there are those special individuals who earn themselves a spot on FAFO Moments of the Week!

Welcome to our newest segment on The FAFO Podcast, where we take a look at some of the most outrageous, ridiculous, and downright unbelievable stories making headlines.

From spectacularly bad decisions to people chasing internet fame and finding out the hard way that actions have consequences, we're counting down our Top 3 FAFO Moments of the Week, plus an Honorable Mention that was just too good to leave out!

But here's where YOU come in!

YOU get to decide who deserves the ultimate FAFO Moment of the Week!

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Because sometimes reality is so damn ridiculous, you couldn't make this stuff up if you tried!

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Everybody loves the idea of being their own boss, but what does it REALLY take to build a successful business?

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by Sean B. Jones, entrepreneur, author, investor, and former Fortune 10 executive who traded the corporate world for the unpredictable life of entrepreneurship.

We talk about the realities of starting and growing a business, the sacrifices nobody warns you about, leadership, bootstrapping, and what it takes to turn an idea into something profitable.

Sean also shares his experiences building Foodynamics, a company serving more than 150 pet brands before its acquisition in 2025, and growing What's In The Bowl Pet Shops into a franchise operation.

Sean doesn't sugarcoat the challenges of entrepreneurship, and that's exactly what makes this conversation worth having!

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Jon Francois | Radio, Acting, Podcasting & Crazy Uber Stories!

From commercial radio and public-access television to acting on stage and driving for Uber and Lyft, Jon Francois has done a little bit of everything, and he's got some hilarious stories to tell!

On this episode of The FAFO Podcast, I'm joined by the host of The Delicious Culture with Jon Francois for a fun conversation about the good, the bad, and the downright ridiculous sides of the entertainment business.

We talk about toxic radio workplaces, acting, the freedom of podcasting, unforgettable rideshare passengers, and what it's like living with five dogs and two cats!

Jon was an absolute blast to talk to, and we had plenty of laughs along the way!

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