My work has been featured across major media platforms, exploring topics from digital culture and gaming history to creative writing and social issues.
Highlights
Radio
NPR’s The California Report (August 6, 2019)
Featured segment: “Communities Reeling Following Shooting that Targeted Immigrants”
Essay
Slate: “The Gygax Effect” (November 15, 2015)
Profile
Spotlight (February 2025)
Carnegie Mellon University Libraries Q&A with Brad about his work on the exhibit team and the oral history program, plus an insight into how he’s using AI as a creative partner.
All appearances
Radio, TV & Podcasts
- Nov 2022What Do I Do Now? with Sam SirmonsA 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.
- Sep 2020Storey Time with Stephanie Storey Author interview focused on writing craft, the transformative power of books, and Appalachian culture and history.
- May 2017WFYI’s The Art of the MatterEight-minute spotlight featuring The Geeky Press, HoosierLit, and initiatives supporting local writers’ communities.
- Nov 2014This Blog Will Change Your LifeIn-depth interview with author Ben Tanzer exploring the writing process, addiction, and empathy in writing.
- Jun 2014DIY AuthorChris Well’s interview covering the Kickstarter-funded “So Far Appalachia” book and community-building strategies during the writing process.
- Nov 2014WFYI OnlineAndrew Neylon’s 2½-minute feature story on The Downtown Writers Jam, Vol. 2
- Feb 2014Impact 89FM – Michigan State University Student RadioDiscussion on Dungeons & Dreamers and gaming’s influence on modern Internet culture.
- Jan 2014KQV AM 1410 with PJ MaloneyAnalysis of Dungeons & Dreamers and the evolution of gaming in contemporary digital culture.
Press Coverage & Articles
- May 2017“New Literary Magazine Examines Hoosier Life”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.
- Oct 2016“The Indy writers’ podcast that goes beyond writing”Feature on the Downtown Writers Jam podcast, exploring its unique approach as a therapy session rather than traditional writing tutorial.
- Sep 2016“Bad Jobs and Bullshit”Nuvo’s coverage of The Geeky Press’s inaugural anthology publication, examining stories of terrible jobs and workplace experiences.
- Nov 2014“Every Story Needs a Darth Vader”Theresa Beckhusen’s interview preceding Indy WordLab appearance.
- Nov 2014“Sticky Writing”Blue Sky Window’s preview of The Downtown Writers Jam, Vol. 2
- Nov 2014“Curbside Collaborates with The Downtown Writers Jam”Coverage of Jam, Vol. 2 collaboration with Chicago partners.
- Jul 2014GeekDads: “A Little History with Your D&D?”
- May 2014“Out of print writing”Rowena Wiseman’s interview exploring “So Far Appalachia” and the concept of professionalized amateurism in writing.
- Mar 2014UltimaCodex: “We Should Learn More About Richard Garriott”
Speaking & Video
- Dec 2014Indy WordLab at Indy Reads BooksFeatured readings from “So Far Appalachia: My Memoir of American Mythology” and “The Summer of Run”
- PlaView my collection of talks and interviews on YouTubeThe 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.