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RedPubPod #015 Ron Toler and Stephen Henderson, NC Veterans Writing Alliance Foundation

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD!Redhawk Publications is honored to have in the studio two special guests: Ron Toler, USAF – Retired and NC Veterans Writing Alliance Foundation Project Coordinator, and Stephen Henderson, USMC – Retired and NC Veterans Writing Alliance Foundation Project Coordinator. Join us as hosts Richard and Robert chat with Ron Toler and Stephen Henderson about the recently published collection of veteran’s stories, Brothers and Sisters Like These. This anthology is comprised of a total of 36 veterans sharing over seventy stories, both in prose and poetry form, based on their experiences while serving in the military. Guests Ron and Stephen not only penned stories that make up this unique anthology, but they also are the project’s co-coordinators. In 2014, a group of veterans gathered at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville to participate in a creative writing program, which resulted in the first published anthology entitled, Brothers Like These. The idea was to get the veterans to write about their shared experiences either in the service or when they processed out. Writing gave them a voice; an opportunity to share their experiences with folks that had gone through the same challenges and even provided an opportunity to heal in some way.Brothers and Sisters Like These is the most recent published collection which includes women’s voices as well. “We realized we were missing our sisters’ voices, and so this second go-round, women were very much a part of the writing project,” said Toler. A result of this writing initiative was the creation of the 501 (c) (3) non-profit, The NC Veterans Writing Alliance Foundation. It was formed to continue the unique writing program which now includes all veterans, men and women, from all conflicts, including Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan.All proceeds from the book go toward continuing writing workshops for veterans, as the main expense is paying for the Writer in Residence who leads the classes.The public is welcome to see the veteran’s writing group share their stories live on the Leiman Mainstage at the Flat Rock Playhouse on Sunday, January 29th in Flat Rock, NC. Tickets will be sold the day-of at the playhouse for $20 and proceeds go to support the Blue Ridge Honor Flight.Your hosts for this episode of RedPubpod are Richard Eller, Executive Director & Robert Canipe, PublisherTo learn more about the NC Veterans Writing Alliance Foundation, click here! Buy “Brothers and Sisters Like These” here!Buy all other Redhawk Publications titles here! And as always, please SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod to cure the world’s woes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #014 Cassidy Collins

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD! Redhawk Publications is honored to have in the studio special guest Cassidy Collins. Not only is Cassidy the newest fiction author in the Redhawk Publications stable, but she is a colleague: Cassidy is a creative staff member in the Redhawk Communications department at Catawba Valley Community College here in Hickory, North Carolina.Join us as Cassidy discusses her creative journey and writing process. It's daunting to think this young adult is not only holding down a full-time demanding job in a marketing department for a community college, but able to write for the fun of it. “The Aria,” her young adult, dystopian-themed novel is part of a trilogy, and was completed by the time she finished high school! In addition to a completed trilogy, she has a completed science fiction novel, “Floor #9” on the topic of chimera. (C-H-I-M-E-R-A… Yeah, get your Google Search box open to go down that rabbit hole. You're Welcome!). She’s even written several screenplays and fan fiction scripts. Quite the prolific writer for someone in their 20s!Cassidy divulges her literary influences (or perhaps the lack thereof…) and you can hear how the RedPubPod staff are in awe of natural-born writing talent! Cassidy is making her own path and Redhawk Publications feels honored to be a small part of her journey. Check out Catawba Valley Community College’s podcast “Wingin’ It” on Spotify here!Look at CVCC’s “Soar” magazineBuy Cassidy Collin’s book, “The Aria” here!Buy all other Redhawk Publications titles here!And as always, please SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod to cure the world’s woes. Richard Eller, Executive DirectorRobert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Project CoordinatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #013 Scott Owens

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD!Redhawk Publications is pleased to have in the studio special guest Scott Owens. Scott's 18th publication will come out in November of 2022 and he's already working on his 19th!Our hosts get a chance to slow the prolific poet down to share what inspires his poetry as well as to give a few tips for new writers. Questions from the North Carolina poetry community are asked and Scott answers them without batting an eye! In fact, his responses are as revealing as they are educational.Be sure to stop by Scott's coffee shop, Taste Full Beans, whenever you find yourself in Hickory, NC to grab a great cup of coffee and pick up a bite to eat. They have an extensive menu and attentive staff. Plus you'll be surrounded by local art as well as a good amount of books for sale from Redhawk Publications! And if you are really lucky, you'll get a chance to meet Scott and his better half, Julie. Good people. VERY engaged community connectors!Buy Scott's newest book, Prepositional hereBuy his other titles with Redhawk Publications hereAnd as always, please SHARE, LIKE, & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod so that all your dreams come true!Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Richard Eller, Executive DirectorRobert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Project CoordinatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #012 Fiely Matias

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD!Redhawk Publications is honored to have as their guest on this episode author, actor, and artist, Fiely Matias. In this episode, Filey shares his perspective on life as an artist and how defying “NO” helps him become even more creative. Don’t ever tell Fiely NO, in short. He’ll prove ya wrong! Fiely discusses the journey that led him to write a children’s book ("Reebee Deoo, Dada"), and some of the scars received in his childhood that helped create the strong anti-bullying theme as well as the name of the book. Hearing how Fiely and his partner in life and partner in art, Dennis Giacino, collaborate together was a lesson in relationships! They work together from their strengths and are honest with their 'notes' with one another. Dennis not only discussed how “Disenchanted” got mounted in New York, but also shared a glimpse of what we might see from a one-act musical version of Fiely’s book for young audiences. Stay tuned, folks! Fiely and Dennis have our attention!Other engaging takeaways: • Artists and Creatives Don’t Like No…. We find alternative doors.• Find a sounding board that you can be open with. Someone that will give you honest feedback.• Being your own advocate and champion as an artist!• Social Media Counts… A very introspective episode with poignant moments and lots of laughs as well! And because you need more Fiely and Dennis in your life, check out their social media sites! Facebook, Instagram, TikTokClick here to learn more about DISENCHANTED!To license Disenchanted click here!Please SHARE, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE to RedPubPod so that all your dreams come true!Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Robert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Acquisitions EditorFor merch click here! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #011 Mary Jo Pehl

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD!Redhawk Publications is honored to have as their guest on this episode author/performer, Mary Jo Pehl. You might know her from her stand-up, comedic writing, or her lengthy work with Mystery Science Theater 3000, but we just know her as the kind, bright author of a funny and touching memoir, Dumb, Dumb, Dumb: My Mother's Book Reviews. Mary Jo shares with us her background growing up in Minnesota, insight into growing up as a creative in a Midwest backdrop ("Does the Job have Benefits?!"") and more thoughts on what makes the Twin Cities so creative!Great show with lots of laughs!Catch Mary Jo live during these upcoming 2022 events:* Eat My Words - Minneapolis, September 22, 2022* The Book Cellar - Chicago, October 9, 2022Watch her amazing show on Twitch TV: The Mary Jo Pehl ShowDid you say you still need more MJ in your life? Well, here: RiffTrax, Facebook, TwitterBuy Dumb Dumb Dumb And buy all other fine Redhawk Publications - including #2 Greg Trigg's book here! Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Robert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Acquisitions EditorBe sure to like, share, and subscribe to the RedPubPod podcast to cure all the world's ills! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #010 Paul Jones

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD!It’s always pleasant when we have guests like Paul Jones in the studio. Not only does he share how you might want to read his poetry, but he gives you hints on how you might want to read poetry in general. “You need not know that” was a recurring theme during the RedPubPod’s discussion with the author. In short, it’s okay to read and feel how you “read and feel” a poem. All feels are valid! If you are a seasoned poet, you might dig a little deeper and find those extra layers, but poetry should be accessible to readers that read regardless of their relationship with poetry. This episode is geared to poetry fans as well as for those that might be initially intimidated by reading poems. Very instructional and engaging!Catch Paul at a poetry reading on Sunday, September 11, 2022, 4 pm at Scuppernong Books poetry in person along with Kate Kehoe, and Pat Riviere-Seel.Paul will be participating in the Ashe County on The Same Page Literary Festival Sept. 13 – 17th:Get Paul Jones's book here!Check out all of Redhawk Publications' books here! Be sure to like, share and subscribe to the RedPubPod podcast to cure all the world's ills! Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Richard Eller, Executive DirectorRobert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Project CoordinatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #009 (Part 2) Dr. Garrett Hinshaw

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD! This year marks the 60th anniversary of Catawba Valley Community College's first graduating class. In recognition of this seminal milestone, a new book, Nimble and Tenacious: The History of Catawba Valley Community College, looks back on all that has made the institution an essential part of the region it serves. The book is produced by Redhawk Publications, an initiative of the college with a mission to present material that showcases the uniqueness of the Catawba Valley. Today's podcast features guest, Dr. Garrett Hinshaw, President of Catawba Valley Community College. Part two of Episode #009 goes in depth on how all three presidents - Mr. Robert Papp, Dr. Cuyler Dunbar and Dr. Garrett Hinshaw - have had that "Nimble and Tenacious" spirit that have propelled this institution.Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Richard Eller, Executive DirectorRobert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Project CoordinatorBuy Nimble and Tenacious: The History of Catawba Valley Community College here!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE so that all your dreams come true!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #009 (Part 1) Melanie Zimmerman

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD! This year marks the 60th anniversary of Catawba Valley Community College's first graduating class. In recognition of this seminal milestone, a new book, Nimble and Tenacious: The History of Catawba Valley Community College, looks back on all that has made the institution an essential part of the region it serves. The book is produced by Redhawk Publications, an initiative of the college with a mission to present material that showcases the uniqueness of the Catawba Valley. Today's podcast features guest, Melanie Zimmerman, Alumni Affairs Officer at CVCC, but more importantly a pivotal contributor to the look and design of this book. Take a listen to this informative podcast which explains how this book was made and what was taken into consideration in the layout and design of the book. Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Richard Eller, Executive DirectorRobert Canipe, Publisher Patricia Thompson, Project CoordinatorBe sure to look at this podcast as visuals will be shown throughout the book.Buy Nimble and Tenacious: The History of Catawba Valley Community College here!Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE so that all your dreams come true!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #008 Steve Hill

Welcome to the Redhawk Publication's podcast, REDPUBPOD! Today the Redhawk crew discusses with author Steve Hill his new book Author of the newly released book: “In the Shadow of the Clock: The History of the Square, Statesville, North Carolina, 1790 – 1990” which presents the history of a unique part of downtown Statesville located in the Foothills of North Carolina. In addition to chatting about Statesville, Steve talks about the importance of collecting and how to create nostalgia by showing the passage of time. Steve’s book has numerous photos going back as far as the late 19th Century. The transformation of Statesville in North Carolina is similar to the growth of many towns in the South. Redhawk Publications admires Steve’s passion for collecting artifacts about his hometown as well as his devotion. Steve Hill has written the consummate love letter to Statesville for local residents, regional historians, and folks from across the country that simply enjoy reading about Small Town America. Richard Eller, Executive Director of Redhawk PublicationsRobert Canipe, Publisher of Redhawk PublicationsAttend Steve Hill’s official book launch event:BOOK LAUNCH PARTY: JULY 28 2022 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMat GG's Art Frames Gifts 101 W Broad St, Statesville, NC 28677Buy his book here!Check out all of Redhawk Publications' books here! Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the RedPubPod podcast to cure all the world's ills! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RedPubPod #007 Kyra Freeman

Redhawk Publications speaks with Morganton, NC poet, Kyra Freeman. Her first poetry collection, Second Life: Poems of Re-emerging, came out in April 2021. Get to know Kyra, her background, her inspirations, and most importantly, get to know her poetry! Kyra reads her award-winning poem as well as a few others. Get Kyra Freeman's book Second Life: Poems of Re-emerging here!Go to the Redhawk Publications website to find all of our titles!Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to cure all the world's ills! Today’s Redhawk Publications Hosts: Robert Canipe, Publisher Patty Thompson, Project Coordinator See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.