by Mike Carlon | Apr 30, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch “It’s interesting to compare the process of creating an image with writing. In photography, I find myself editing the scene to highlight what draws my interest, focusing on the essence and minimizing distractions. This approach is similar to...
by Mike Carlon | Apr 23, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch “I have my wife as my ultimate support system. But as a man, it feels like you shouldn’t show weakness or talk about things that might make you vulnerable because you worry about what others will think. That’s why I decided to just go for it, to...
by Mike Carlon | Apr 16, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch “The day my dance instructor had her jaw wired shut to lose weight was the day I realized how deep the rabbit hole of body image issues really went. It wasn’t just about being thin; it was about battling your body at war with societal...
by Mike Carlon | Apr 9, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch “I kind of almost became an author by accident. It was a case of rediscovering a love of fiction, and then, on idle weekends, working on things purely to entertain myself. It grew from there.” — Richard Roper In this episode, author Richard...
by Mike Carlon | Apr 2, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch Join us in this intriguing episode as we dive into the creative world of Peter Malone Elliott, an award-nominated screenwriter and author of the captivating novel “Blue Ridge.” From the mysterious allure of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the...
by Mike Carlon | Mar 26, 2024 | Authors, Podcast, The Longs
Listen Watch In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of Julee Balko, an author renowned for her intricate portrayal of complex female characters and her bold exploration of themes like grief, personal growth, and the transformative power of storytelling....