The Funky Writer Show

Author and Educator, Anthony Addis returns and discusses his thriller series, Angel Of The South, as well as publishing, marketing and the serious threat of A.I.

Dynamic Fantasy Author P.L. Stuart discusses his Seven Book Drowned Kingdom Saga.

Creator of The Dark Pages Newsletter, Karen Burroughs Hannsberry discusses all things films including Oscar Micheaux, Blaxploitation movies and Old Hollywood.

Writer Michael Vadney discusses his debut novel, Crownfall and how the fantasy story evolved into publication on April 28th.

Dark Fantasy author Timothy Robare discusses his novels and writing Poetry through the Darkness.

Conversation with author and filmmaker, Matt Struven, who discusses his exciting book, ‘Secrets Of The Erilaz’.

Dr. Robyn Short discusses her career as founder and CEO of The Workplace Peace Institute and how their goal is peace in the workplace through dignity.

In June 1944, while serving in the U.S. Army, Jackie Robinson refused to leave his seat and move to the back of the military bus. My esteemed guest, Rick Vargas and I discuss the events.

Horror/Fantasy writer C.P. Bialois discusses what led him to his writing genre and how he thinks A.I. books are just a flash in the pan and will never replace live authors.

Enter the dynamic world of Comic Book Stories and how they are created with writer L.A.Cunningham.

Fantasy author Lindy Enns discusses her Shadows Of The Vale book series and creating a character with anxiety that so many readers relate to.

A young man in a tiny Brooklyn apartment, starving and cornered by threats, finds himself holding a gun and a pen. Desperation whispers robbery, but a poem’s final line snaps him back. He chooses the page over violence. Written by Robert Batista with enhanced AI features from Podbean. 

Discussion with PHD Biologist and Prolific Writer A.J. Van Belle. We talk about her nomination for the Rhysling Award and authoring stories for children.

Author and former sports writer, John Phillips discusses his groundbreaking book of short stories, Dress Whites and his time spent working for Reuters. 

Survivor and Storyteller, Anthony Brown, discusses his life of addiction, homelessness, and his awesome awakening to a life as an Author, Teacher and Healer.

Author James Raquepau discusses his captivating book series set in ancient Celtic Ireland where gods and druids fight to control the Emerald Isle’s fate.

The author of the exciting Native American/First Nation folklore series, The Old Grandmother’s Tree is our guest.

Acclaimed author Beatriz Rojas discusses her dynamic book, The Light and The Void: Book One of The Sacred Balance.

From South Boston To Cambridge: The Making Of One Philadelphia Lawyer. Otis Lee, Attorney, Historian and Author, talks about his spiritual journey from child of the Jim Crow era to successful attorney and historical writer.

Multi-Talented author, poet and musician, Jason Thornberry discusses his artistry while recovering from the effects of a traumatic brain injury.

Author and Former Literary Agent, Caroline Trussell discusses her YA Sci-Fi Fantasy novel, Enhanced and the therapeutic aspect of writing.

Dark Romance author Brianna Rose is our guest and she discusses her book, ‘Her Dark Promise’ and her years spent working for Disney.

Correctional Officer Lieutenant, Damien Smith discusses the day-to-day lives of officers both inside and outside the Correctional facility.

Author and Journalist, B.R. Bates talks about writing True-Crime stories ripped from the headlines and her love for Classic Television.

The author of twelve books, Will Tinkham discusses plot, story and research and why blogs are not as popular as they once were.

Veteran and longtime US Government worker, Vern Drayton discusses the highlights of his military and civil service career.

Author-Singer and Content Creator, Lorraine Devon Wilke discusses her singing career and also her latest novel.

Discussion of her life, her family and most of all, her faith. Danita Batista, in her own words.

Internet music streamer Kevin Anthony discusses starting Psychedelic Jukebox and his love of 60’s music.

Discussion with author and musician Emily Scialom about her book ‘The Religion Of Self-Enlightenment’ and also her Poetry and Music.

Discussion on Fatherhood, Serving in the Military and juggling the tribulations of life with Chad Harris.

Special guest, Scott Batista Sr. discusses his battle with both a brain tumor and having the debilitating condition called Acromegaly.

Author and Survivor, Virginia Branch courageously discusses her journey through life’s darkness and how she became a writer to survive.

We are honored to have as our special guest, author, publisher and so much more, Robert Batista, who talks about his life’s journey.

James Ogsbury discusses his book, ‘About Not Losing’, his memoir of a medical malpractice trial that he was involved.

Rob welcomes author, teacher and world traveler, Anthony Addis who discusses his books and short stories. 

Rob welcomes author/historian Vincent Quealy who discusses his groundbreaking historical book, ‘Reflections Of An Irish Grandson’.

The knowledge and wisdom of Jay Batista as he breaks down what it means to be a citizen in the United States

Rob welcomes Author Tracie Adams who discusses her ground-breaking book of memoir/essays called ‘Our Lives In Pieces’.

Rob welcomes Author Charlotte Goodwin who discusses her Gallantrian Legacy Series, her project to record her audio book and why Social Media is a double edged sword.

Scott talks about his vision in creating his Ministry and all that it entailed as well as taking a penetrating look at the state of Public Education in America.

The ugliness of racism and prejudice reared its horrific head in a small town in Virginia. Guest Damien Smith tells his story about how he and his family fought back.

Discussion with Author and Board Game Creator, Kevin Rodgers.