Friday Conversation | Ep 123: Neil Laird - From TV Producer to Novelist - A Journey Through Time Travel, History, and Storytelling

Join us in this captivating episode as we sit down with Neil Laird, a TV producer turned novelist, to discuss his unique career journey and the creation of his comedic time travel novels like Prime Time Travelers. Neil shares how his background in the TV industry and his passion for ancient history and mythology inspired his writing. We dive into the challenges of transitioning from TV to writing, the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing, and the critical role of marketing for authors. Neil also reflects on the power of storytelling, his awe-inspiring travels, and the balance between preserving historical sites and the passage of time. Additionally, we explore the impact of streaming on the entertainment industry, the future of writing and publishing in the age of AI, and Neil’s experiences as a gay producer around the world. Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with valuable takeaways for aspiring writers and storytellers. Find Neil Laird: https://www.neillaird.com/Send us a message (I'm not able to reply)Support the showPage Chewing BlogPage Chewing ForumFilm Chewing PodcastSpeculative Speculations Podcast Support the podcast via PayPalSupport the show by using our Amazon Affiliate linkJoin Riverside.fm Co-Hosts:JarrodVarsha ChrisJoseCarl D. Albert (author)Thomas J. Devens (author)Alex French (author)Intro and Outro Music by Michael R. Fletcher (2024-Current)