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The Experience: Conversations with Creatives

Author and podcaster Clint Hall engages a variety of creatives and entrepreneurs to discover how and why they do what they do.

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    Episode 1 — The Beginning of the War

    In Episode 1 of Worlds Collide: Legends, Clint Hall tells the story of the five cosmic beings whose ancient battle led to the creation of five worlds and their 10,000-year war for survival. Preorder Worlds Collide now! Follow Clint Hall: Sign up for my newsletter at clinthall.com Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Host: Clint Hall Producer: Clint Hall

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    Episode 0 — Introducing Worlds Collide: Legends

    Welcome to Worlds Collide: Legends, a short audio series set in the mythology of Clint Hall's upcoming sci-fi/fantasy trilogy, Worlds Collide. In this quick Episode 0, Clint explains what the series is, how it connects to the novel, and what listeners can expect over the next six weeks. Preorder Worlds Collide now! Follow Clint Hall: Sign up for my newsletter at clinthall.com Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Host: Clint Hall Producer: Clint Hall

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    Filmmakers Kaleb and Kyler Cook on Landing a Deal with Angel Studios

    Filmmakers Kaleb and Kyler Cook of Twinbolt Media talk about making their debut feature film Just One More, raising money to fund the project, navigating the realities of independent filmmaking, and landing a distribution deal with Angel Studios.   Check out Twinbolt Media's work: Twinbolt Media Website Twinbolt Media on YouTube Twinbolt Media on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Preorder my upcoming book, Worlds Collide, now!     Host: Clint Hall Guest: Kaleb and Kyler Cook (Twinbolt Media) Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Indie Publishing, Podcasting, and Making the Best Use of Your Time with Karyne Norton

    Author and podcaster Karyne Norton talks about her journey from nursing to writing epic fantasy and sci-fi, writing multiple novels before publishing her first book, navigating the traditional vs. indie publishing decision, and why learning to make the best use of your time is essential for a creative career.   Check out Karyne's work: Karyne Norton's Website Karyne Norton on Amazon Finding Fantasy Reads Podcast   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com     Host: Clint Hall Guest: Karyne Norton Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    The Art of Voice Acting with Cricket Michel

    Voice actor and artist Cricket Michel talks about their unexpected path from comic art to voice acting, the serendipity that led to mentorship at Dragon Con (involving fruit snacks and an unmarked van), navigating instability and self-doubt, the realities of networking without desperation, and why imagination and authentic connection matter more than hustle in building a lasting creative career.   Check out Cricket's work: cricketmichel.com Bad Carrot Studios (Art & Illustration) YouTube Channel   Follow Cricket Michel: Cricket Michel on BlueSky @CricketsVoice on TikTok   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Preorder Worlds Collide now     Host: Clint Hall Guest: Cricket Michel Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Jeffrey Nix on Writing With Intention and Sustainable Creativity

    Fantasy author Jeffrey Nix talks about writing and reading with intention, rational and trope-aware storytelling, publishing fiction online, inviting readers into the creative process, avoiding burnout, and building sustainable creative habits over the long term. Read Jeffrey's work: Read Alias & Apocalypses for free on Royal Road Short fiction: Spectral Supper and other stories Support Jeffrey Nix: Jeffrey Nix on Patreon Follow Jeffrey Nix: JeffreyNix.com Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Jeffrey Nix Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    James R. Hannibal on Creating With Eternal Purpose

    Author and former Air Force pilot James R. Hannibal talks about his journey from military aviation to bestselling thriller fiction, navigating synesthesia and creativity, the realities of secular publishing, the high personal cost of holding firm to Christian convictions, and why he ultimately shifted his focus to faith-driven storytelling and discipleship through projects like Light Raiders and Courser Media.   Check out James's work: Light Raiders James R. Hannibal on Amazon Courser Media   Follow James R. Hannibal: James R. Hannibal on Instagram James R. Hannibal on X   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com     Host: Clint Hall Guest: James R. Hannibal Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Faith, Geek Culture, and Creative Calling with Paeter Frandsen from Christian Geek Central

    Christian Geek Central founder and podcaster Paeter Frandsen talks about his winding creative journey through music, theater, audio drama, and online ministry; the long road of creating the Spirit Blade audio drama trilogy; engaging geek culture with both discernment and grace; navigating faith-based storytelling in a secular world; and helping Christian creatives and fans find their place in the local church while still embracing the stories they love.   Check out Paeter's work: Spirit Blade Productions Christian Geek Central Podcast   Follow Paeter Frandsen: Christian Geek Central on YouTube Paeter Frandsen on Substack Spirit Blade Productions on X   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com     Host: Clint Hall Guest: Paeter Frandsen Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Author Kerry Nietz on Amish Vampires in Space, Curious Sci-Fi, and Discovering His Voice

    Author Kerry Nietz talks about his early career in the software industry, how that experience became his first memoir, the long road of writing multiple unpublished novels, his love of writing curious and heartfelt science fiction, how ideas often fall into his lap, experimenting with dictation, mentoring authors at Realm Makers, and more. Buy Kerry's books! Follow Kerry Nietz: Kerry Nietz on Instagram Kerry Nietz on X Kerry Nietz's website Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Kerry Nietz Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    From the Ring to Hollywood: A Conversation with Luke Hawx

    Professional wrestler, actor, and stuntman Luke Hawx talks about discovering discipline through adversity, breaking into the wrestling world, transitioning into major film and television projects, the story behind launching Wildkat Sports, and the mindset that keeps him hungry, creative, and constantly evolving.   Follow Luke Hawx: lukehawx.com wildkatsports.com Luke Hawx on Instagram Luke Hawx on Facebook Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Luke Hawx Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Author Lauren Smyth on Writing, Entrepreneurship, and Early Success

    Author Lauren Smyth talks about growing up as a military kid, being homeschooled with a literature-rich curriculum, signing her first publishing contract at just 13 years old, what she's learned from working on both sides of the editorial desk, her family's entrepreneurial spirit, and her new novel, Warsafe.   Buy Warsafe now!   Follow Lauren Smyth: laurensmythbooks.com Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Lauren Smyth Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Voice of the Hawks Bob Rathbun on Preparation, Storytelling, and the Rhythm of the Game

    Atlanta Hawks play-by-play legend Bob Rathbun talks about treating every game like a "final exam," finding the story and riding the rhythm of a 48-minute game, on-air chemistry with Dominique Wilkins, lessons from small-town radio, voice craft (the piano trick!), early breaks with Marty Brennaman, why fans remember stories more than stats, Lenny Wilkens' 20-game rule, and why he's bullish on this Hawks roster.   Follow Bob Rathbun: BobRathbun.com Bob Rathbun on X (Twitter) Bob Rathbun on Instagram Bob Rathbun on LinkedIn   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Bob Rathbun Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Secret Societies, Fantasy Worlds, and Sibling Armies: A Conversation with Hope Ann

    Author Hope Ann talks about growing up in a large family with eight younger siblings, her early love for The Chronicles of Narnia, her late entry into fantasy storytelling, how her imaginative childhood shaped her creativity, her experience coordinating volunteers at Realm Makers, her favorite seasons of Doctor Who, and the significance of preparing both practically and spiritually for a hopeful future. Check out the Kickstarter for Hope's new book, Unbanded!    Follow Hope Ann: AuthorHopeAnn.com Sign up for her newsletter Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Hope Ann Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Author Josiah DeGraaf on Teaching, Writing, and Community

    Josiah DeGraaf, fantasy author and Program Director of the Young Writers Workshop, shares how growing up homeschooled as the oldest of nine shaped his creativity, why constraints and a supportive community help creatives thrive; his journey from teaching high school English to helping young writers, and what fiction writers can borrow from classical rhetoric and reader-first marketing to serve readers with stories of hope. Buy A Study of Shattered Spells now!   Follow Josiah DeGraaf: JosiahDeGraaf.com Josiah DeGraaf on Instagram Josiah DeGraaf on Facebook   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook ClintHall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Josiah DeGraaf Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    From Line Cook to Dessert Visionary: Claudia Martinez on Pastry, Perseverance, and Building Bar Ana (Plus a Cookie Debate Gone Wrong)

    Claudia Martinez, acclaimed pastry chef and founder of the upcoming dessert and cocktail bar Bar Ana, shares her journey from line cook to pastry chef, how she discovered her creative voice through plating and experimentation, and what she learned staging in Sweden under world-renowned chef David Vidal. She also reflects on the highs and lows of restaurant culture, why community and hospitality matter more than ego, and how perseverance fuels her dream of creating a space where desserts, drinks, and connection come together. Also, Clint tries (and fails) to win an argument with a friend about cookies.   Follow Claudia V. Martinez: ClaudiaVMartinez.com Claudia V. Martinez on Instagram Bar ANA on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook ClintHall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Claudia V. Martinez Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    What's Next for The Experience: A Quick Update from Clint

    In this short solo episode, Clint shares what's coming next for The Experience: Conversations with Creatives.   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Producer: Clint Hall

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    From Teacher to Publisher: Troy Hooker's Journey into Fantasy

    Recorded live at Realm Makers! Troy Hooker, fantasy author and founder of Descendant Publishing, shares how his journey into writing began with a love of storytelling and encouragement from his high school students, the challenges of self-publishing, what inspired Troy to launch Descendant Publishing, and how faith and imagination collide in stories about light overcoming darkness. Follow Troy Hooker: Descendant Publishing TroyHooker.com Troy on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Troy Hooker Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Special Realm Makers Episode with Comic Book Writer Matt Yocum!

    Recorded live at Realm Makers! Matt Yocum, comic book writer and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, shares how a lifelong love of storytelling led him from military service to scripting stories for Marvel and building indie comics through Hangar 19 Studios. He opens up about his creative roots, pitching face-to-face at Marvel, the discipline required to sustain storytelling month after month, and how a conversation with a close friend helped him rediscover his passion. We also dig into ClosetWorld, Matt's recent Kickstarter-funded series that blends epic spiritual stakes with the wonder and perspective of childhood imagination.   Follow Matt Yocum: Matt Yocum on Instagram MattYocum.com   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Matt Yocum Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner

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    Betsy St. Amant on Miracles, Magnolia Bay, and Writing Through the Chaos

    Author Betsy St. Amant talks about writing through heartbreak and healing, working a day job in the oil and gas industry, balancing motherhood and creativity, learning to play Justin Bieber's "Ghost" on a keyboard, how her faith shapes her fiction, what it's like to write 30,000 words in one night, the power of organic spiritual themes, and her new Magnolia Bay romance series from Sunrise Publishing.   Buy Betsy's books!   Follow Betsy St. Amant: Betsy St. Amant Haddox on Instagram BetsyStAmant.com Email: [email protected]   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com. Order my new book, Echo Nova *   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Betsy St. Amant Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner *Affiliate link

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    CJ Milacci on Disney Dreams, Dystopian Realities, and the Power of One Reader

    CJ Milacci, author of the Recruit of Talionis series, talks about growing up outside of Philadelphia, her nontraditional education, acting, Disney, journaling, youth ministry, the dark moments that shaped her faith, walking away from writing for a season, returning with a heart to reach just one reader, and why she writes clean, high-stakes fiction full of action, purpose, and hope. Back Captive of Talionis on Kickstarter!   Follow CJ Milacci: CJ Milacci on Instagram CJMilacci.com Email: [email protected]   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter Order my new book, Echo Nova * You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall Guest: CJ Milacci Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner *Affiliate link

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    Becky and Scott Minor on Nerd Herding, Shakespeare, and Sci-Fi with Soul

    Becky and Scott Minor, co-founders of Realm Makers, talk about animation, writing fantasy, Shakespeare, the origins of Realm Makers, managing busy family life, living with chronic illness, finding margin, and the deep calling of building spaces where creatives can thrive.   Follow Becky and Scott Minor: Realm Makers on Instagram Realm Makers on Facebook RealmMakers.com Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter Order my new book, Echo Nova *   You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guests: Becky and Scott Minor Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner *Affiliate link

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    Megan Schaulis on Faith, Fiction, and Orlando Bloom

    Author and entrepreneur Megan Schaulis joins Clint to share her journey from imaginative kid to debut novelist, growing up in Arizona, her early love for writing and theater, her Orlando Bloom phase (yes, really), launching her first book six weeks after giving birth, navigating the creative chaos of motherhood, co-owning a branding agency, finding confidence in her storytelling voice, and what it means to create bold, faith-filled fiction that speaks to both the heart and the imagination. Buy Megan's new book, Proclaimer, now!   Follow Megan Schaulis: Instagram Website   Follow Clint Hall: Instagram Facebook Twitter Order my new book, Echo Nova * You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall Guest: Megan Schaulis Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner *Affiliate link

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    Philip Wilder Returns

    Author Philip Wilder returns to the podcast to talk about his journey as a self-published author, his mission work in the Middle East, the importance of engaging in spiritual conversations, the significance of overcoming fear and trusting in God's guidance, and his new book, Jake Rogers' Planet.   Buy Jake Rogers' Planet now!   Follow Philip Wilder: Philip Wilder on Instagram Philip Wilder on Facebook PhilipWilder.com Email Philip Wilder      Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Order my new book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Philip Wilder   Producer: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Steve Laube Returns!

    Steve Laube returns to the podcast for an in-depth discussion of culture and community within organizations, specifically Enclave Publishing. Steve and Clint also talk about the complexities of free will and divine sovereignty, the balance between profit and purpose in business, emphasizing the need for a clear mission, the positive role of competition in the publishing landscape, and much more.    Steve also happens to be the publisher of my new young adult sci-fi novel, Echo Nova, which is available now. Buy your copy here!   Find Steve Laube: The Steve Laube Agency The Christian Writers Institute Enclave Publishing   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Steve Laube   Producers: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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    From Farm to Fiction with Deborah Raney

    Author Deborah Raney talks about growing up on a farm in Kansas, her early experiences with writing, the realities of the publishing world, dealing with asthma, the impact of self-publishing in today's market, the importance of believing in your own stories, and the role of faith in her career.    Follow Deborah Raney: DeborahRaney.com  Deborah Raney on Facebook  Deborah Raney Facebook Readers Group  Deborah Raney on Instagram  Deborah Raney on Pinterest  Deborah Raney on Twitter  Deborah Raney on Amazon  Deborah Raney on Goodreads  Deborah Raney on BookBub   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Deborah Raney   Producer: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    The Evolution of the Music Industry, the Reality of Fame, and Rediscovering Writing with Author Jeff Giles

    Culture writer, author, and podcaster Jeff Giles visits the podcast to discuss his early influences, the evolution of the music industry, the dangers of fame, his experiences in graphic design, how he rediscovered his passion for writing, the balance between creativity and commerce, and the inspiration behind his humorous fiction novel, Langley Powell and the Society for the Defense of the Mundane.   Buy "Langley Powell and the Society for the Defense of the Mundane" now!*   Find out more about Jeff Giles: LangleyPowell.com Jefitoblog.com The Record Player podcast Jeff Giles on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Jeff Giles   Producer: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Spiritual Gifts, The Wonder of Christianity, and Fan Fiction with D. T. Powell

    Author and book reviewer D. T. Powell joins Clint for a fascinating conversation about the spiritual gift of mercy, the challenges of navigating emotional connections, how a story helped her understand grace, writing - particularly fan fiction - as a means of expressing her spiritual journey, and much more.   Follow D. T. Powell: D. T. Powell on Instagram D. T. Powell's website Clean Fiction Magazine D. T. Powell on FanFiction.net D. T. Powell on ArchiveOfOurOwn.org     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: D. T. Powell   Producer: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Navigating the Con Scene with Bob McGough

    Author Bob McGough joins the podcast to delve into the differences between conventions and conferences, the self-publishing journey, the significance of community, setting realistic goals, the personal growth that comes from navigating setbacks, and more.   Buy The Jubal County Saga and other great books from Bob!   Follow Bob McGough: Bob McGough's website Bob McGough on Facebook Bob McGough on Instagram Bob McGough on YouTube   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Bob McGough   Producers: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    From Chef to Author to Managing Editor with Shawn Reilly Simmons

    Shawn Reilly Simmons, author and managing editor for Level Best Books, discusses her experiences in the film industry, her journey from being a chef to an author, the importance of confidence, the necessity of embracing failure as part of success, navigating the publishing industry, how opportunities arise from persistence, and more.   Follow Shawn Reilly Simmons: Shawn Reilly Simmons's website Level Best Books website Five Compelling Questions podcast Shawn Reilly Simmons on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Shawn Reilly Simmons   Producers: Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Talking Batman with John Jackson Miller

    New York Times bestselling author John Jackson Miller joins the podcast to talk about  the significant impact of English teachers on his writing journey, his early influences, and the turning points in his career, his writing process when working within established franchises, and his latest book, Batman: Resurrection.   Order Batman: Resurrection now!*   Follow John Jackson Miller: John Jackon Miller's website (Faraway Press) John Jackson Miller on Instagram John Jackson Miller on Twitter John Jackson Miller on Facebook John Jackson Miller on Threads     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: John Jackson Miller   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Creating immersive experiences with Scott Cramton

    Scott Cramton, founder of American Immersion Theater, joins the podcast to talk about adopting a cat in the middle of a ghost tour, his journey through theater from Detroit to New Orleans, the importance of discomfort in personal growth, the value of experiences over mere consumption, the shift in society from participation to observation, and much more!   Buy tickets for The Murder Mystery Co. at Carmine's in Times Square!   Check out American Immersion Theater   Follow Scott Cramton: Scott Cramton's website Scott Cramton on Instagram     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.     Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Scott Cramton   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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    Author Peter F. Hamilton On Writing For a Video Game Universe

    Author Peter F. Hamilton shares his approach to world-building and character development,  writing a book set in a video game universe, his early experiences with writing, the role of social commentary in science fiction, and his new book, Exodus: The Archimedes Engine.      Buy Exodus: The Archimedes Engine now!*   Follow Peter F. Hamilton:  Peter F. Hamilton on the Pan Macmillan website Peter F. Hamilton on Facebook     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Peter F. Hamilton   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    The Power of Perseverance with Author Lauren H. Brandenburg

    Author Lauren H. Brandenburg joins the podcast to discuss creating a captivating setting for readers, the importance of perseverance in the publishing process, battling self-doubt, knowing your target audience, the homeschooling market, the differences between middle grade and young adult books, advice to aspiring authors, and more.   Buy Lauren's books!*   Follow Lauren H. Brandenburg:  LaurenHBrandenburg.com Lauren H. Brandenburg on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   Preorder my upcoming book, Echo Nova   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Lauren H. Brandenburg   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Lindsay A. Franklin on Writing, Technology, and Being a Managing Editor

    Recorded live at Realm Makers! Lindsay A. Franklin, author and managing editor at Enclave Publishing, discusses her journey as a writer, her role at Enclave, the impact of technology on creativity, the inspiration behind her books, the importance of being true to yourself, and her new book, The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine.   Preorder The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine now!*   Follow Lindsay A. Franklin:  LindsayAFranklin.com Lindsay A. Franklin on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Lindsay A. Franklin   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner    *Affiliate link

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    Making movies with film producer Jiarui Guo

    Award-winning producer and co-founder of Incandescent Films Jiarui Guo shares her journey in the film industry, managing production logistics, the importance of making meaningful films, the need to surround yourself with the right people, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and more.     Follow Jiarui Guo: Jiarui Guo on Instagram Jiarui Guo IMDb     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Jiarui Guo   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Realm Makers episode! Authors Steve Rzasa, Jason C Joyner, and J.J. Johnson

    Authors J.J. Johnson, Jason Joyner, and Steve Raza join the podcast to talk about their collaboration process, the challenges of merging their individual writing styles, the importance of having a supportive community, and their collaborative novel, Interstice Undone.   Buy Interstice Undone now!*   Follow the authors: J.J. Johnson on Amazon J.J. Johnson on Instagram J.J Johnson on Substack   Steve Rzasa on Amazon Steve Rzasa website   Jason C Joyner on Amazon Jason C Joyner website   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guests: J.J. Johnson, Jason C Joyner, Steve Rzasa   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner     

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    Nadine Brandes Returns!

    Author Nadine Brandes is back on the podcast! In this episode, we discuss Nadine's return to Enclave, switching genres, her approach to writing, staying rooted in purpose, her thoughts on platform building, balancing writing with family life, and her new book, The Nightmare Virus.   Buy The Nightmare Virus Now!*   Follow Nadine: Nadine's website (sign up for her newsletter) Nadine Brandes on Instagram Nadine Brandes on Facebook   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Nadine Brandes   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   *Affiliate link

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    Mailbag episode! Special Guest: Stefanie Hall

    My wife, Stefanie, joins the podcast to help me answer your questions!   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Stefanie Hall   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall

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    Happy 4th of July and Announcement About Next Week's Episode

    No episode this week but I do make an announcement about what's coming up on the podcast for the rest of July!   Submit your questions for the Q&A episode on my social channels or through my website: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter clinthall.com/contact   Host: Clint Hall  Producers: Clint Hall  

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    Literary Agents, Conferences, and Seeking God's Guidance with Author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz

    Author Candice Pedraza Yamnitz joins the podcast to discuss her journey of working with literary agents, dealing with setbacks, seeking God's guidance, collaborative writing, providential relationships, and much more.     Follow Candice: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Instagram Candice Pedraza Yamnitz website Candice Pedraza Yamnitz on Amazon     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Candice Pedraza Yamnitz   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Tricia and Nathan Goyer on Conventions, Homeschooling, Video Games, and Co-Writing

    Authors Tricia and Nathan Goyer join the podcast to discuss their experiences with conventions, homeschooling, co-writing as mother and son, their writing process, the importance of trust and collaboration, their love for speculative fiction, and their new book, Breath of Bones.   Buy Breath of Bones now (Affiliate link)   Follow Tricia Goyer: TriciaGoyer.com Tricia Goyer on Facebook Tricia Goyer on Instagram Tricia Goyer on YouTube   Follow Nathan Goyer: Nathan Goyer on Instagram Goyer Forge on YouTube   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guests: Tricia Goyer, Nathan Goyer   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Music Editor Yuri Gorbachow on the Joy of Mentorship, Collaborating with Composers, and Creating Music for TV

    Yuri Gorbachow (music editor for Vikings: Valhalla, Halo, The Handmaid's Tale) joins the podcast to talk about his passion for mentorship, editing mixtapes, piecing together music for film and television, representing the composer's best interests while also serving the needs of the production, the importance of teamwork, the satisfaction of creating a seamless and cohesive final product, and more.   Check out Yuri's sound/music production company, Aesthetic Corporation.   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Yuri Gorbachow   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Author Lyndsey Lewellen on X-Men, Perseverance, Christian Punk Rock, and More!

    Author Lyndsey Lewellen joins the podcast to discuss her love for comic books and the X-Men, her experience with rejection and perseverance, the importance of refining her pitching skills, Christian punk rock, the vulnerability of writing fiction, and her debut novel, The Chaos Grid, a Mad Max-like story set in futuristic Texas.   Buy The Chaos Grid now! (Affiliate Link)   Listen to The Chaos Grid playlist   Follow Lyndsey Lewellen: Lyndsey's website Lyndsey Lewellen on Instagram     Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Lyndsey Lewellen   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Brett Harris on Childhood Adventures, Ambition, and Finding Joy in Hard Times

    Brett Harris (bestselling author of Do Hard Things and co-founder of The Young Writer's Workshop and The Author Conservatory) joins the podcast to talk about childhood adventures in the wilderness, ambition viewed through the lens of eternity, unexpected book deals, success at a young age, the importance of faithfulness in each season of life, finding joy amid challenges, and much more.   Buy Brett's books!   Check out Brett's writing programs: The Author Conservatory The Young Writer's Workshop   Follow The Author Conservatory on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Brett Harris   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Graphic Designer Collin Smith on Hearing God's Voice, All-Nighters at Denny's, Gaming, and More

    Graphic designer Collin Smith joins the podcast to discuss the time when he realized he was on the wrong creative path, discovering his true calling, transitioning from ministry to full-time graphic design, a very important night in Denny's, working with Enclave Publishing, gaming as a dad, and much more.    Follow Collin Smith: collinsmithcreative.com Collin Smith on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Collin Smith   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Trissina Kear on Helping Others Shine, Stepping Into Your Own Value, and Why She Wants to Make You Cry

    Enclave marketing director and professional musician Trissina Kear talks about her passion for music, breaking into the Los Angeles music scene, playing in rock bands, her discovery of Bookstagram, and how she eventually joined Enclave Publishing.     Listen to Trissina's album Heart of Worship now!   Follow Trissina Kear: Trissina Kear on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Trissina Kear   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner   

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    Author Candace Kade on Growing Up in China, Leaving a Corporate Job for Writing, and the Importance of Persistence

      Author Candace Kade joins the podcast to talk about growing up in China, the decision to leave her corporate job to write full-time, the importance of community, the process of pitching, her new book, Hybrid, and more!   Buy Hybrid now!   Follow Candace Kade: CandaceKade.com Candace Kade on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Candace Kade   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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    Artist Daniel Govar On Creating Outside the Home, Adaptability, and the Power of Saying No

    Artist Daniel Govar joins the podcast to discuss growing up in a military family, the importance of adapting to new environments, balancing two full-time jobs, his foray into animation, working with the SYFY Channel, why it's important to get out of the house when being creative, the power of saying no, and much more.   Follow Daniel Govar: DanielGovar.com Daniel Govar on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Daniel Govar   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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    Breaking Through Fear with YA Author Sophia L. Hansen

    Author Sophia L. Hansen joins the podcast to talk about the power of obtainable writing goals, encouraging writing advice, helping to tell her mother's story, the oppressive power of fear, and her debut YA sci-fi novel, Water's Break.   Buy Water's Break now!   Follow Sophia L. Hansen SophiaLHansen.com Sophia L. Hansen on Instagram Sophia L. Hansen on Facebook   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Sophia L. Hansen   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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    Nicholas Eames Talks About Kings of the Wyld, Video Games, The Differences Between Writing Novels and Comics, and More!

    Nicholas Eames (Gemmell Award-winning author of Kings of the Wyld and Bloody Rose) joins the podcast to talk about video games, geocaching, his close relationship with his brother, capturing the dynamics of a rock band in an epic fantasy story, writing comics, and more!   Buy Nicholas's books now!   Follow Nicholas Eames NicholasEames.com Nicholas Eames on X (Twitter) Nicholas Eames on Instagram   Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter   You can also find me at clinthall.com.   Host: Clint Hall   Guest: Nicholas Eames   Producers: Hector Arocho, Clint Hall   Music: Milton Gardner 

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Author and podcaster Clint Hall engages a variety of creatives and entrepreneurs to discover how and why they do what they do.

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