Ross Howard is an Irish author, sociologist, and teacher who has traveled the world. He recently finished his fantasy book "Changing Names: The Changeling and the Witch"
We talked about
- Process of writing a book
- Validity and truth of science
- Meditation and the Vipassana retreat I want to go to
Here is a Link to his book:
https://amzn.eu/d/arkkYXg
His book advice:
His Dark Materials (trilogy) - Philip Pullman
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction & Meeting Ross Howard
1:11 - Ross's Journey: Writing & Sociology
4:16 - Discussing the Fantasy Genre and Writing Process
12:13 - Exploring the Themes of Ross's Book
18:26 - The Intersection of Mythology and Modern Beliefs
22:07 - Societal Impact and Cultural Syncretism in Literature
41:08 - Ross's Personal Experiences and Challenges
54:17 - Meditation, Buddhism, and Personal Development
1:10:43 - Life's Turning Points and Pursuing Dreams
1:15:23 - Philosophical Discussions on Meaning and Purpose
