“Ankle Pickers” Hosted by Nathan Marchand, Sergio Garza, and Bill Miller (You may have seen be post a version of this video earlier this week. I was having trouble with one of my video editing programs, but I wanted to have something posted, so I posted that version. Here’s the “complete” (or should I say … Continue reading Ankle Pickers, Episode 4: No Teabagging Allowed (enhanced version)
“Ankle Pickers” Hosted by Nathan Marchand, Sergio Garza, and Bill Miller Yes, I’m starting *another* YouTube show. This one will features three outspoken fans talking about fighting games. In this case, it’s me and my buddies Sergio and Bill. In this somewhat scatterbrained episode, we talk about the nostalgia we have for fighting games and … Continue reading Ankle Pickers, Episode 1: Fighting Game Nostalgia
Today, September 8, 2016, marks the 50th anniversary of the Star Trek franchise. It’s no secret that I’m a Trekker. Heck, almost every version of my author bio mentions that my love of speculative fiction—and by extension, writing—came from watching late-night reruns of the original Star Trek series with my Dad. It didn’t stop there, … Continue reading My Top 10 Favorite Episodes from all of ‘Star Trek’
“But I Digress…” Hosted by Nathan Marchand I’m a little late to the party with this one, but in this episode, I discuss my top five favorite films of 2015. I even get a visit from Nerdimus Prime–who is suddenly *not* an alternate mode for me. Weird. Does my list match yours? What were your … Continue reading But I Digress…, Episode 34: My Top 5 Favorite Films of 2015
“But I Digress…” Hosted by Nathan Marchand I just returned from a new convention called Tri-Con in Evansville, Indiana. I sold books there in its vendor hall. This video highlights many of my experiences at the convention. The link to the full report coming soon!
“But I Digress…” Hosted by Nathan Marchand Remember that kaju novella I self-published a few years ago? I just released a brand new special edition! So, I decided to interview my collaborators on that exciting project in the first ever round table f or my show. The panel includes Nick Hayden, Natasha Hayden, and Timothy … Continue reading ‘But I Digress…,’ Episode 28: ‘Destroyer’ Roundtable
“But I Digress…” Hosted by Nathan Marchand Are you an aspiring writer? Love science fiction and fantasy? I give some handy tips on how to write speculative. In part two of my four-part series, I explain story construction conventions, including the MICE story types, and how to handle exposition and literalism. I did have some … Continue reading But I Digress…, Episode 24 – How to Write Speculative Fiction, Part 2: Story Construction
“But I Digress…” Hosted by Nathan Marchand This episode has two special treats. First, I have a sidekick: Leo. More importantly, I have my first guest: my friend and fellow writer Nick Hayden, who’s just published a new novel entitled, “The Unremarkable Squire.” The episode is done in the style of a late night talk … Continue reading But I Digress…, Episode 17: My Interview with Nick Hayden
Wondering where episode 9 of “But I Digress…” is? It is finished. It was supposed to be posted yesterday. Truth be told, I did post it on YouTube, but only for five minutes. Why? There was no sound! So, I took it down. I haven’t had the time to see if the video file was … Continue reading A Conspiracy of Technology
Looking for a little entertainment and/or instruction? Curious to hear my opinion on the newest books and movies? Then check out “But I Digress…,” my vlog (or video podcast or whatever people call it these days) as well as the other shows I produce. Leave comments and join the discussion. Have ideas for future episodes? … Continue reading YouTube Channel & Podcast