Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs
Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs is a long-form interview podcast exploring the ideas behind books.Broadcast journalist Chris Dabbs speaks with novelists, historians, scientists, religious and commuunity leaders and non-fiction writers about their work, the research behind their books and the stories that shaped them. Each episode takes a thoughtful look at the creative process, big ideas and the questions authors wrestle with when writing about history, science, politics and the human experience.If you enjoy author interviews, literary conversations and discussions about books and ideas, Author Conversations offers a relaxed but insightful look behind the pages. Hosted by Chris Dabbs – broadcast journalist and podcast host. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/author-conversations-with-chris-dabbs--6905413/support.
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Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs
Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs is a long-form interview podcast exploring the ideas behind books.Broadcast journalist Chris Dabbs speaks with novelists, historians, scientists, religious and commuunity leaders and non-fiction writers about their work, the research behind their books and the s...
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July 29, 2026
Treasure's Location | Joel A. Robinson on Publishing His First Novel at 92
Korean War veteran Joel A. Robinson published his debut novel at the remarkable age of 92. In this episode of Author Conversations, Joel discusses the real-life treasure story that inspired Treasure's Location, the historical research behind the novel, and why it's never too late to pursue a lifelong dream. A thoughtful conversation about writing, perseverance and the power of storytelling.
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July 25, 2026
Hungry for More: Discipline, Faith and Endurance | JD Tremblay
Canadian military veteran, firefighter, ultra-endurance athlete and author JD Tremblay joins Chris Dabbs to explore discipline, faith and resilience. From completing ten Ironman-distance triathlons in ten consecutive days to overcoming childhood adversity, JD shares the mindset behind living a life with purpose and becoming truly "hungry for more."
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July 20, 2026
What if the greatest divide isn't between communities—but between the assumptions we make about each other?
Keith Daniel Saunders Sr. reflects on a lifetime in education, growing up between different worlds and the experiences that inspired his memoir, Roosevelt to the Hamptons: The War on Both Sides. This thoughtful conversation explores identity, leadership, empathy and why understanding another person's perspective is more important than ever.
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July 18, 2026
Finding Yourself Through Love | Becky Larson Bloom
What if finding love starts with finding yourself? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with debut novelist Becky Larson Bloom about writing her first novel later in life, the inspiration behind New Beginnings and why self-discovery matters just as much as romance. Becky reflects on finally becoming a published author in her late sixties, fulfilling a lifelong ambition and proving that it's never too late to begin a new chapter. Whether you're an aspiring writer,
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July 16, 2026
She Lost Everything in an Accident, Then Built Her Life Back
Doctors gave Donna Valentino just a 40% chance of survival. What followed was years of rehabilitation, relearning basic life skills and rebuilding an entirely new life. In this powerful episode of Author Conversations, Donna shares the extraordinary story behind her books Headstrong and Heartstrong, beginning with the catastrophic ATV accident that left her with a severe traumatic brain injury and continuing through one of the most remarkable recovery journeys you'll hear. Doctors gave Donna
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July 16, 2026
Nobody Believed Her: Christa Jan Ryan on Childhood Trauma, Addiction & Survival
“My parents held a very good persona. I continued to try to impress upon the authorities that what they saw on the outside was not what was going on on the inside. Nobody bought it. Nobody believed it.” Christa Jan Ryan What happens when a child tells adults that home is unsafe—and nobody believes her? Christa Jan Ryan describes growing up in a respected family while trying unsuccessfully to convince adults that she and her siblings were not safe at home. She explores the childhood trauma behi
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