John Cody: The Writer Behind “Happy Forever” – Mark Volman & The Turtles

In this episode of the Ship of Fools Podcast, host Steven Malkowich sits down with Vancouver-based musician and writer John Cody to explore his pivotal role in the creation of “Happy Forever, My Musical Adventures with the Turtles, Frank Zappa, T.Rex, Flo & Eddie, and more" and the definitive portrait of Mark Volman—aka Flo of The Turtles, who appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show show twice.Cody goes beyond the drum kit to share how he helped shape the book’s heart: he conducted in-depth interviews, transcribed hours of conversations, and edited the compelling first-hand recollections from iconic voices who knew Volman best. The result is an intimate, entertaining, and deeply human look at a legendary career—from The Turtles to decades of influence in rock and culture.Expect insider stories, craft talk on interviewing and editing, and the art of weaving multiple voices into one powerful narrative.Welcome to Ship of Fools — Where Wit Meets Wisdom.Our title is ironic. Our intent is genuine.Hosted by Steven Malkowich, this podcast explores the limits of what we know. From culture and technology to belief systems and big questions, we seek clarity in the chaos of modern life. Whether you’re intellectually curious, spiritually skeptical, or just tired of surface-level noise - you’re welcome aboard.🔔 New episodes weekly. Follow and join the conversation.More from Ship of Fools:https://www.shipoffools.ca/Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shipoffoolsmedia/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shipoffoolspodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ship-of-fools-media-and-entertainment