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Max Bowen
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Добавлен 6 ноя 2011
Citywide Blackout is a podcast featuring writers, musician, comic creators, filmmakers and other artists from around the world. Co-hosted by Max Bowen and Curtis Hughes, the show airs new episodes twice a week--a longform interview and the shorter "Citywide Bytes" program. The show can also be found on PodBean, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, and many other podcasting sites.
Final RIAE pre-show interview has us looking to the stars
In our final pre-show interview for the Rhode Island Author Expo, I’m getting a lesson in the 52-Star Code System from Karyn Chabot Martino. I’d need all day to expound on Karyn’s lengthy educational background, but suffice it to say, if it’s out there, odds are she’s studied it.
Case in point-years ago she learned about the Star Code System and in this episode, we’re going to hear what that is, what inspired her to write about it and how her five-book series builds on what she’s already learned.
The system is linked to the classic playing card deck and she talks about how the different suits and cards are a language all their own. These codes, according to Karyn’s web site, “unveil the p...
Case in point-years ago she learned about the Star Code System and in this episode, we’re going to hear what that is, what inspired her to write about it and how her five-book series builds on what she’s already learned.
The system is linked to the classic playing card deck and she talks about how the different suits and cards are a language all their own. These codes, according to Karyn’s web site, “unveil the p...
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Solving mysteries with a 5-year-old detective in “The Tender Purdy Mysteries”
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In the third installment of our pre-Rhode Island Author Expo interviews, Richard Harrington takes us on a tour of his “Tender Purdy Mysteries” series, now in its second volume. Tender Purdy has an IQ of 180, can solve complex cases….and is only 5 years old. Richard talks about how he came up with the concept, and went from initial idea to completed book. He explains who Tender is, how she becam...
Heidi McLaughlin returns to an original love story with a new perspective
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In our second episode of the pre-Rhode Island Author Expo interviews, I’m joined by New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today-bestselling author Heidi McLaughlin. Heidi has a new book out on Dec. 3 called “Forever My Boy,” which provides a new angle on “Forever My Girl,” which was adapted to a movie in 2018. Heidi and I talk about the book and the new direction it goes in, as well as ho...
Jeff Michaels talks about returning to music and charting new paths
Просмотров 514 дней назад
Source: www.podbean.com/eau/pb-6tpbz-173df65 Jeff Michaels of the Jeff Michaels Band is an old friend from our days in Boston. It’s been a while since we spoke and there’s a lot to cover, so let’s get to it! Curtis, Max and Jeff talk all about their days in the Boston music scene and some of Jeff’s favorite venues to perform at. Jeff goes into a long break he took from music and the old friend ...
An intro to the Rhode Island Author Expo and the work of Scott Jablonski
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On Dec. 7, the Rhode Island Author Expo returns, and we’re previewing this event by speaking to some of the writers who will be there. First up is Scott Jablonski, a writer, musician and teacher who has been encouraging kids to become their best version through his “Stand Out! Stand Out!” series. In this interview, Scott talks about his work as a teacher and how it’s tied into his writing and m...
Citywide Bytes-How a dog helped Anne Abel to heal
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For this episode, we’re talking all about dogs, and how one dog named Milo and his owner overcame their difficult pasts. After the untimely death of her beloved pet, Mattie, author Anne Abel rescued an initially aggressive dog named Milo. Anne's commitment to Milo's rehabilitation became a powerful metaphor for her resilience and growth. Amid many challenges and recovering from childhood trauma...
Author kicks off new trilogy set in a magical San Fran
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In her first book of her urban fantasy trilogy set in San Francisco, Evette Davis has created a “secret society of supernaturals who seek to slow the spread of facism.” Here’s a look at what’s in store: Olivia Shepherd is a political consultant with a secret: She’s an empath, with the power to experience the emotions of those around her. Keen to keep her supernatural abilities hidden, Olivia's ...
Citywide Bytes-Cold time in the city with new anthology
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Let’s face it, cities are just awesome. Whether it’s Boston, Paris, London, they have a life all their own, and sometimes, they wind up as characters in a story. That’s the premise for our latest Citywide Bytes interview with R.B. Wood, Mike Allen and Xan van Rooyen to talk about “Winter in the City,” a collection of 18 different stories from new and veteran writers from around the world. As th...
Lisa Diane Kastner’s protagonist finds a new family in the sequel to “Cure”’
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Let’s face it, family can be a challenge. But when that family is a group of supernatural shapeshifters? Well, that’s a horse-or a wolf-of a different color. In our newest Citywide Bytes interview, I talk with author Lisa Diane Kastner for her recently-released book, “Family Pack,” the sequel to her 2022 release, “Cure.” The book continues the story of Luna Auber, whom after her brother dies su...
Citywide Bytes-Imaginarium shows us a unique musical playground
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When I first heard the music of Imaginarium, my thought was “Damn, this is good,” followed quickly by “We gotta get this band on the show!” And here we are. Band founder Anton de Bruin talks about how the group came to be as well as the musical backgrounds of the different members. We look at the eclectic sound, a blend of funk, jazz, and reggae and how it all comes together through the differe...
Donna Levin CBytes Video Made with Clipchamp
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In author Donna Levin’s new book, “The Talking Stick,” we meet Hunter, who has lost…..well, just about everything. Her husband has left her for her former friend, now best enemy Angelica. She has no job, no prospects, and is unsure of what comes next. That “next” happens while exploring a San Francisco flea market. Here, she’s sent on a journey with three other women who join her journey to ree...
Citywide Bytes-Justin Lee breaks new ground in fourth book
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After watching this interview, I hope you’ll all be a little more careful when you open that random email. Because you never know. Author Justin Lee is back with a new book, “The Reluctant Reckoner” (Oct. 8) and in this episode, we talk all about protagonist Mark Righters, an ordinary man caught in a world he is wholly unprepared for. Here’s a look at what’s in store: An honest accountant who l...
Citywide Bytes-That time I lived in Edgar Allan Poe’s basement
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Author and storyteller Matthew Mercier has a certain claim to fame-he once lived in the Bronx home of Edgar Allan Poe. In fact, the experience was so life-changing, he made it the subject of his recently-released book. “Poe and I,” out through Crystal Lake Entertainment. Here’s a look at what’s in store: Jonah Peabody takes a job as caretaker and head docent for a historical house in The Bronx ...
Citywide Bytes-“Groupies” takes us on a bloody good tour
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Citywide Bytes-“Groupies” takes us on a bloody good tour
Joseph Falank combines personal drama with a spooky atmosphere in new book
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Joseph Falank combines personal drama with a spooky atmosphere in new book
Robotic Hawks deliver a sonic punch to the face
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Robotic Hawks deliver a sonic punch to the face
John Raposa tries a new genre with “All In The Cards”
Просмотров 363 месяца назад
John Raposa tries a new genre with “All In The Cards”
H.D Hunter talks young adult fiction and a writer’s impact
Просмотров 223 месяца назад
H.D Hunter talks young adult fiction and a writer’s impact
Citywide Bytes: Hayley Verrall shares an upbeat tale with “Peach Iced Tea”
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Citywide Bytes: Hayley Verrall shares an upbeat tale with “Peach Iced Tea”
“The Thing in the Wind” takes readers on a walk through a haunted woods
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“The Thing in the Wind” takes readers on a walk through a haunted woods
Citywide Bytes: NecronomiCon-the home of weird fiction literature
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Citywide Bytes: NecronomiCon-the home of weird fiction literature
“Hard Style Juice” tells a murder mystery through a wrestling lens
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“Hard Style Juice” tells a murder mystery through a wrestling lens
Tom of The Midnight Wrens soars through a seven-year band history
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Tom of The Midnight Wrens soars through a seven-year band history
Citywide Bytes-Matthew Daddona dives into his own backstory for new book
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Citywide Bytes-Matthew Daddona dives into his own backstory for new book
Book, author, horror, zombie, dead, undead, love, romance, fight
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Book, author, horror, zombie, dead, undead, love, romance, fight
Sister Shalom’s journey through faith and music
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Sister Shalom’s journey through faith and music
Doug Knight returns to talk about a series dedicated to the doctors
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Doug Knight returns to talk about a series dedicated to the doctors
Citywide Bytes-Mark Femino talks 30 years of music
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Citywide Bytes-Mark Femino talks 30 years of music
Amanda Blake shares the meal to end all meals in “Question Not My Salt”
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Amanda Blake shares the meal to end all meals in “Question Not My Salt”
probably be getting it from amazon
Your video is very beautiful. I like it a lot. I have been trying to talk to you for a long time. I am waiting for your response. Please give me a chance to talk to you.😍😍
Thanks for having me on! It was a blast like always!
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Hew really charging 10 $ for a selfie? thats more than some people make an hour lol
Great interview, Max. How long does the Expo go on?
Thanks Bruce. This was back on Dec. 2 and it was a one-day event
Wow !!! Great stuff 👏 wish you the best you guys did an awesome job here.
brilliant!
Great listen, Max. Thanks for sharing.
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56:43 - Yo D, What about "Radio Love Song"
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Chip rules
Great interview. I like the song.
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Thanks, Max. We covered a lot of ground and I had a great time.--Christine
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Great interview, Max.
Thank you Max! What an amazing interview. It was so great to connect with you and thank you for amplifying our voices.
I want to read this comic, but can't find it.
you can get it through ComiXology
Great conversation!
thanks for spreading the word about the World Kazoo Orchestra and marching band! i am more optimistic about your song suggestion than my sister was, it seems totally doable to me...
Holla!
...amazing and beautiful ...to hear your genuine and passionate work and see the rewards!
...amazing and beautiful ...to hear your genuine and passionate work and see the rewards!
Awesome. I like the song played. Keep up the good work.... Bravo!!
bless on my man bugzy big brother right there.. blessed tl see this