Media Appearances & Press Coverage
My work has been featured across major media platforms, exploring topics from digital culture and gaming history to creative writing and social issues.
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Radio, TV, + Podcasts
- What Do I Do Now? with Sam Sirmons (November 22, 2022)
A 56-minute conversation exploring diverse topics, including the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict, government policy, the Black Lives Matter movement, black women’s perspectives, hybrid learning, “Education Redefined,” the creative industry labels, music industry ownership, and more.
- Storey Time with Stephanie Storey (September 2020)
Author interview focused on writing craft, the transformative power of books, and Appalachian culture and history.
- NPR’s The California Report (August 6, 2019)
Featured segment: “Communities Reeling Following Shooting that Targeted Immigrants”
- WFYI’s The Art of the Matter (May 2017)
Eight-minute spotlight featuring The Geeky Press, HoosierLit, and initiatives supporting local writers’ communities.
- This Blog Will Change Your Life (November 2014)
In-depth interview with author Ben Tanzer exploring the writing process, addiction, and empathy in writing.
- DIY Author (June 2014)
Chris Well’s interview covering the Kickstarter-funded “So Far Appalachia” book and community-building strategies during the writing process.
- WFYI Online (November 2014)
Andrew Neylon’s 2½-minute feature story on The Downtown Writers Jam, Vol. 2
- Impact 89FM – Michigan State University Student Radio (February 17, 2014)
Discussion on Dungeons & Dreamers and gaming’s influence on modern Internet culture.
- KQV AM 1410 with PJ Maloney (January 24, 2014)
Analysis of Dungeons & Dreamers and the evolution of gaming in contemporary digital culture.
Selected Videos
- View my collection of talks and interviews on YouTube
The playlist includes selected talks about writing, gaming culture, digital communities, and creative processes. These videos showcase interviews and discussions about various aspects of my writing.
Literary Events & Speaking Engagements
- Indy WordLab at Indy Reads Books (December 2014)
Featured readings from “So Far Appalachia: My Memoir of American Mythology” and “The Summer of Run”
Press Coverage & Articles
- “New Literary Magazine Examines Hoosier Life” (May 2017)
Coverage of HoosierLit’s launch, featuring 19 Indiana-connected authors across multiple genres including essays, creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, and playwriting. Details The Geeky Press’s mission of creating, promoting, and supporting exceptional writing.
- “The Indy writers’ podcast that goes beyond writing” (October 2016)
Feature on the Downtown Writers Jam podcast, exploring its unique approach as a therapy session rather than traditional writing tutorial.
- “Bad Jobs and Bullshit” (September 2016)
Nuvo’s coverage of The Geeky Press’s inaugural anthology publication, examining stories of terrible jobs and workplace experiences.
- Slate: “The Gygax Effect” (November 15, 2015)
- “Every Story Needs a Darth Vader” (November 2014)
Theresa Beckhusen’s interview preceding Indy WordLab appearance.
- “Sticky Writing” (November 2014)
Blue Sky Window’s preview of The Downtown Writers Jam, Vol. 2
- “Curbside Collaborates with The Downtown Writers Jam” (November 2014)
Coverage of Jam, Vol. 2 collaboration with Chicago partners.
- GeekDads: “A Little History with Your D&D?” (July 30, 2014)
- “Out of print writing” (May 2014)
Rowena Wiseman’s interview exploring “So Far Appalachia” and the concept of professionalized amateurism in writing. - UltimaCodex: “We Should Learn More About Richard Garriott” (March 5, 2014)
