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Conversations with LaurelEpisode 174: Robert Hughes Discusses Hypnotism for Pain ReliefEpisode 174: Robert Hughes Discusses Hypnotism for Pain Relief by Laurel McHargue
2025-06-1753 min
TheFemiNinjaProjectA Life Filled with Challenge Will Never Be Boring with Laurel McHargue Laurel McHargue, also known as Leadville Laurel, is an author, podcaster, public speaker, graduate of West Point in the 4th class to graduate women, served as a Major in the US Army for 9 years in active duty and another 3 years in the Army Reserves. She is also a retired English teacher who now lives, loves, laughs, writes, and podcasts in the heart of the spectacular Rocky Mountains, where she gets much of her inspiration for her books and stories. Laurel raised Khaki Campbell ducks for both eggs and entertainment before writing about their adventures and...
2024-09-261h 08
Great Sex Podcast11: Real Life Love and Sex Tips from Author Laurel McHargueStrengthening a relationship and maintaining a vibrant and fulfilling sex life are crucial aspects of a healthy and enduring partnership. Couples often face various challenges, whether they stem from the demands of everyday life, the passage of time, or personal growth. Despite these obstacles, it is entirely possible to keep the spark alive and deepen the bond with your partner.Our remarkable guest, Laurel McHargue, shares valuable insights into how she and her husband have navigated these waters, making their relationship an inspiring example of how to nurture love and passion over the long term. This episode...
2023-10-3146 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 136: Cozy Murder Mystery Authors Visit Laurel McHargueCozy murder mystery authors Judilee Butler and GaGa Gabardi have created a cozy murder mystery series set in the mountains of Colorado. Hear how they've worked together to create these fun books.
2023-01-191h 02
Conversations with LaurelDavid L. Robbins and "Isaac's Beacon"New York Times Best-Selling Author David L. Robbins discusses the creation of the State of Israel in his epic novel "Isaac's Beacon" with author and podcast host Laurel McHargue.
2023-01-111h 22
20 Questions With Your Favorite Author20 Questions with Laurel McHargueAward-winning author Laurel McHargue totally embarrassed me with her sweet remarks on the first question. Curious? Then tune in. Laurel had so much to tell us. She publishes and podcasts and raises ducks in the mountains of Colorado. With the technicolor visions in her dreams, Laurel writes in worlds of fantasy and horror. She even shares with us some life lessons she learned while puzzling. Check out more about Laurel on her webpage www.laurelmchargue.comor follow her on Twitter and FB @LeadvilleLaurel. Don’t forget to listen to her podcast Alligator Preserves.
2021-03-2450 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 114: All Out of FudgeLaurel shares a recent humorous experience hunting the wily elk with her husband in conditions that leave her questioning her participation!
2020-09-2417 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 112: Q Diaries 40: In FlightLaurel provides an update on her Khaki Campbell duck development and her new book,: "Peace by Piece: 10 Lessons from a Jigsaw Puzzle" (available for Kindle pre-order now!)
2020-07-2908 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 111: Q Diaries 39, Clucky DucksIn this COVID catch-up episode, Laurel discusses how she's staying busy and what made her cry last week.
2020-07-1010 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 110: Q Diaries 38, Adam Ross Supports Authors!In Laurel's first COVID-19 interview, she introduces Adam Ross--author, entrepreneur, Star Wars fan, coffee lover--to listeners! Adam's goal is to help authors get the word out about their work and ultimately to support their events in a Brick and Mortar venue!
2020-05-2924 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 109: Q Diaries 37, COVID Duck ChroniclesIn this quickie episode Laurel announces her new YouTube playlist: COVID Duck Chronicles (It started as COVIDuckronicles, but my son told me that was "So '90s," so I changed it)! Follow her adventures into being a first-time duck mamma!
2020-05-2007 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 108: Q Diaries 36, My Bizarre and Beautiful VisitAfter presenting Dr. Donlon's last mental health tips for quarantine, Laurel shares the bizarre nature of a recent visit from friends--breaking quarantine.
2020-05-1420 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 107: Q Diaries 35, Cinco de Mayo and Fractured AnklesLaurel discusses past Cinco de Mayo parties, a present fractured ankle, and ongoing mental health tips for maintaining sanity in a time of global pandemic.
2020-05-0516 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 106: Q Diaries 34, My Scary Adventure into COVID-landLaurel tries to find the humor in her recent food shopping experience--geared up for a biohazard zone and trying to breathe through two layers of face mask protection!
2020-05-0216 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 105: Q Diaries 33, My New Life: Dumplings and DucklingsAfter presenting a few more mental health tips for quarantine, Laurel talks about how COVID-19 has changed her outlook on everything, including the idea of a homestead.
2020-04-2811 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 104: Q Diaries 32 and TANKED InspirationAfter providing a few more mental health tips for quarantine, Laurel shares where she finds inspiration for her short and long fiction.
2020-04-2114 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 103: Q Diaries 28-31 Ducks and Pea SoupLaurel warns listeners against eating things you've forgotten about in your fridge and talks about becoming a duck wrangler.
2020-04-1611 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 102: Q Diaries 27, FRIDAY!Laurel suggests you all unplug this weekend! Take a break fro social media and come back Monday, when things won't be that much different!
2020-04-1108 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 101: Q Diaries 26, COVID-19 FatigueLaurel shares quarantine mental health tips and talks about puzzles, planting seeds, her upcoming graphic novel, and a surprise in her mailbox!
2020-04-1012 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 100: Q Diaries 25, Quarantine Mental Health TipsLaurel's 100th episode (trumpets, please) includes quarantine mental health tips--"Q tips"--and election news and puzzle updates and Denver Pop Culture Con updates and what she's done on her new book!
2020-04-0911 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 99: Q Diaries 21-24, Weekend EditionLaurel catches up on weekend events during COVID-19 social distancing and provides another Q Tip.
2020-04-0712 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 98: Q Diaries 20, Puzzles and SeedsLaurel discusses her recent book launch and how she needs to heed Tiferet Journal's advice to expect nothing. She talks about her 2,000 piece puzzle, cherry tomato seeds, and the latest CDC advice to wear face masks.
2020-04-0408 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 97: Q Diaries 15-19 and a Q TipLaurel apologizes for this 5-day recap of life under extreme social distancing and discusses many things, including a Q Tip.
2020-04-0212 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 96: Q Diaries 14 and Willy the DonkeyLaurel ventures downtown to donate books to Salida's Book Haven, then patronizes Skanga beef shop and market before returning for her daily walk and meeting Willy, the Donkey (and his person). No politics today!
2020-03-2905 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 95: Q Diaries 12 & 13, Birthdays and Mung Bean NoodlesLaurel explains why she took yesterday "off" and her thoughts about mortality during today's walk and her venture through barbed wire to check out some bones.
2020-03-2809 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 94: Q Diaries 11, A Visit with Freida RothmanLaurel visits with acclaimed Brooklyn-based jewelry designer Freida Rothman, working from home during the COVID-19 quarantine. Freida talks about how her Holocaust survivor grandparents influence her daily activities. They discuss Freida's design inspiration from the "grit" of Brooklyn and the strength of women.
2020-03-2540 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 93: Q Diaries 10After a sleepless night, Laurel recounts a night filled with numbers.
2020-03-2507 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 92: Q Diaries 9Laurel recaps today's coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic quarantine events including her first prepper video after breaking into her OvaEasy Whole Egg Crystals container!
2020-03-2408 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 91: Q Diaries 8Laurel explains why you shouldn't stay in your pajamas all day during coronavirus pandemic quarantine!
2020-03-2307 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 88: Q Diaries 5Laurel covers highlights from today's coronavirus pandemic news and talks about creativity and kindness and her new narrated series on YouTube.
2020-03-2012 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 87: Q Diaries 4Laurel discusses news updates of the spreading coronavirus, says a few political things, and introduces her new resource for teachers and homeschoolers: Narration of her Waterwight Series!
2020-03-1911 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 86: Q Diaries 3Laurel discusses another day under quarantine, on St. Patrick's Day, and presents a challenge to listeners.
2020-03-1815 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 85: Q Diaries 2Laurel's continuing coverage of life under coronavirus pandemic quarantine with tips on how to pass the time while staying sane. This is what she did today.
2020-03-1725 minConversations with LaurelEpisode 84: Q Diaries 1Laurel's husband suggests a daily "Q Diaries" episode while self-quarantining during the Corona Virus Pandemic. This is what she did today.
2020-03-1612 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 83: CoronaVirus 2020 The Toilet Paper PandemicLaurel continues her coverage of the Corona Virus--COVID-19--and provides tips for what to do when there's no more toilet paper. She also reads her latest battle piece, inspired by Bernard Cornwell's Saxon Chronicles series.
2020-03-1416 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 82: Corona Virus 2--Revenge of the Toilet PaperLaurel explains why she has self-quarantined after a trip to California and offers practical advice for remaining healthy and sane in this time of the novel Corona Virus.
2020-03-1113 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 81: Leap Day and the Corona VirusLaurel talks about her short story collection "Dark Ebb: Grim Tales," available for pre-order now (April 1, 2020 download and paperback order), and gives a few tips about the novel Corona Virus and quarantining.
2020-03-0106 min
Conversations with LaurelDark Ebb 1: As The Shivering StopsIn this first episode of Dark Ebb, a young girl decides not only her own fate, but the fate of mankind.
Laurel McHargue narrates stories from her upcoming short story collection "Dark Ebb: Grim Tales" (coming soon to Amazon) Follow her on her website @ www.laurelmchargue.com and email her @ laurel@strackpress.com
2020-02-1904 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 80: In Love With LoveHappy Valentine's Day! Laurel shares a letter she wrote to her parents justifying her love for the man who would become her husband!
2020-02-1415 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 79: Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Bath?Laurel explores ablutophobia, the fear of bathing, and her own reasons for hesitating before hopping into the bubbles!
2020-02-1217 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 78: Crazy InspirationLaurel's first SUP experience on the Colorado River leads to the discovery of a new character for her "Waterwight" series!
2020-01-3110 min
Conversations with LaurelShort Story 21: Penny For Your ThoughtsIn this historical fiction, Laurel imagines an interview with the bigoted friend of the man who assassinated President James Garfield.
2020-01-2719 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 77: My Lovers #1-5 by Donna Baier SteinLaurel narrates award-winning author Donna Baier Stein's short story "My Lovers #1-5, Or Why I Hate Kenny Rogers" from Donna's short story collection "Sympathetic People."
2020-01-2122 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 76: Welcome to My ClosetLaurel records her first piece of 2020 in her home closet!
2020-01-0513 min
Conversations with LaurelShort Story 20: A Waterwight ChristmasCharacters from Laurel's "Waterwight" trilogy come together for a special Christmas story!
2019-12-2216 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 74: Leadville PeopleLaurel reads an editorial written by Herald Democrat Editor Marcia Martinek--"Describing Leadville"--and then discusses her own experience living in Leadville for 12 years.
2019-12-1920 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 73: Friend Requests and ScamsWhen Laurel received a suspicious friend request on Facebook, she does something she's never done before!
2019-12-1111 min
Conversations with LaurelShort Story 19: Two Tiny TalesLaurel shares two microfiction stories, the first--a horror story, the second--a sci-fi tiny tale. Not for the faint of heart!
2019-11-2610 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 72: Lounge or LungeLaurel confesses to one of her character flaws in this pre-holiday episode about choices and her family's first experience climbing Mt. Shavano in Salida, CO.
2019-11-2217 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 71: Images of War by Pat C. HoyLaurel's West Point mentor--COL (Ret) Pat C. Hoy II--permitted her to share his Veterans Day Reflections: "Images of War." Find more of Hoy's essays in his book "Instinct For Survival: Essays by Pat C. Hoy II" and consider ways to honor today's veterans.
2019-11-1219 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 69: Wild StillnessLaurel shares a "quickie" writing prompt based on the phrase "You are a wild stillness" and proposes a couple of challenges to listeners.
2019-10-2306 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 68: Never Share Your WhiskeyWhen Laurel tells her friend--Nadine Collier--about her goal to write a Country Western song, Nadine suggests an inspiring line. It becomes a challenge not only for Laurel, but for Nadine and her daughter Sarah as well! In this episode, the three lyricists share their debut CW songs, all titled "Never Share Your Whiskey"!
2019-10-2012 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 67: RitualsRoutines, when performed with thoughtfulness, can rise to the level of ritual. Laurel shares some special rituals and talks about how they've changed since her recent move.
2019-10-0816 min
Conversations with LaurelShort Story 17: TapsIn Laurel's horror short story "Taps," a halfway house employee is determined to retrieve her tap shoes from residents still learning lessons about respect.
2019-09-1911 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 66: Flipping to FallLaurel shares a new experiment she's trying...drinking a gallon a day (of water!)...and her new writing project (she'd like your participation)!
2019-09-0414 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 65: Let's Start a New Romance!A piece about Laurel's experience as she waits for her husband and son to return from a SAR mission . . . and an opportunity to participate in Laurel's latest project: a military romance series.
2019-09-0318 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 60: Romance, Mystery, and the Afterlife with Minette LaurenAuthor Minette Lauren visits with Laurel McHargue to discuss her novel "Race for the Sun: The Soul Watcher Series Book One"--which "combines romance, mystery, and suspense with a unique and refreshing take on the afterlife"--and "Sins of the Sister"--a killer thriller, which she co-wrote with Zoe Tasia.
2019-06-051h 01
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 59: Poetry is NOT Scary with Poet Judy ColePoet Judy Cole visits with Laurel and shares her poems and the story of her evolution as a writer. Judy and Laurel talk about some poetic forms, but not 100 of them! And have you heard of "flarf poetry"? Perhaps it was inspired by Gertrude Stein!
2019-05-1046 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 58: Keith Steinbaum's "You Say Goodbye"Author Keith Steinbaum discusses his latest novel "You Say Goodbye"--a Beatles-inspired murder mystery--and his first novel, "The Poe Consequence," which will be re-released in March 2020. Keith and Laurel discuss inspiration and the amazing child whose efforts launched Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for childhood cancer research.
2019-05-0752 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 57: Saralyn Richard's "Murder in the One Percent"Author Saralyn Richard talks with Laurel about her murder mystery "Murder in the One Percent"--a page-turning whodunnit set in the upper crust of society.
2019-05-0153 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 56: Ouray 100 Cheers and TearsAs race crew for her husband during the 2017 Ouray 100 Endurance Race in 2017, Laurel bemoans her discomfort in the cold rain, then chastises herself when she witnesses the brutal conditions the racers endure.
2019-04-2419 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 54: Nipples--Flatten or Flaunt?Laurel shares her experience competing in Leadville's Turquoise Lake Half-Marathon and her thoughts on nipples.
2019-04-1115 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 53: West Point Women Discuss "West Point Woman"Sara Potecha, author of "West Point Woman: How Character is Created and Leadership is Learned," visits with Laurel on the Alligator Preserves podcast. Sara and Laurel have many things in common, including their graduation from West Point in 1983 with the 4th class to include women! They share West Point stories and discuss Sara's self-help book on leadership with advice applicable to every workplace.
2019-04-1059 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 51: Robert Goswitz's "Dragon Soldier"In Alligator Preserves Episode 51, Laurel McHargue interviews Robert Goswitz about his debut novel--"The Dragon Soldier's Good Fortune"--a unique account of a young new draftee's first tour in Vietnam . . . with a mystical twist.
2019-03-1548 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 50: Water what? WaterwightLaurel presents her Waterwight trilogy--a YA fantasy adventure completed and available today. She talks about its genesis and narrates the first two chapters of Book I.
2019-03-1027 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 49: Love and Love AgainAfter her husband suggested she listen to a Hidden Brain podcast about the difficulties of long marriages, Laurel decided to brainstorm about her own thoughts on the matter before listening. She didn't think they were having any problems! A humorous look at aging in relationships.
2019-02-2816 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 48: Howard Levine's "Last Gasp"!Author Howard Levine talks with Laurel about “Last Gasp,” his new political thriller, and about his writing process and where he finds inspiration.
Laurel still can’t believe Howard hasn’t read Dan Brown . . . !
2019-02-1634 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 47: Kathleen Kaska Talks Murder MysteryAward-winning author Kathleen Kaska visits with Laurel and discusses “A Two Horse Town,” the second book in her Kate Caraway murder mystery series.
An animal rights activist herself, Kathleen focuses on those she relates to best: the underdogs.
She writes in multiple genres, including historical fiction, and also talks about her Sydney Lockhart mystery series and mystery writer “triviography”!
2019-02-1240 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 46: 60 is NOT the New 40!Laurel shares a humorous essay about her experiences with medically induced menopause, and discusses the (oftentimes ridiculous) realities of aging!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qrylsgsq3fM
2019-01-2320 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 45: Decade Six!Laurel believes we do birthdays wrong! To celebrate the start of her 6th decade, she honors those who raised and tolerated her, and those who've helped to make her the person she is now.
2019-01-1018 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 44: Thank You, 2018!In this last episode of 2018, Laurel does what everyone says people should do every day: She considers the things she's grateful for.
Okay, fine--She considers the things for which she is grateful! Like prepositions.
2018-12-2817 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 43: FruitcakeLaurel describes her unusual experience with fruitcakes over the years.
2018-12-1910 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 42: Short Story 9--The Blessed Biscuit and Bonus Christmas PoemLaurel shares her 9th short story with everyone--a Christmas story about work/life decisions and a man presented with a dilemma. As a bonus, Laurel reads her personalized version of the beloved poem "'Twas the Night Before Christmas." Find it on her website at leadvillelaurel.com.
2018-12-1114 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 39: About That BodyLaurel shares her poem "Body Batik" and a prose piece called "Enigmachine" on the topic "The Body." She talks about her mother and the aging process, and laughs about "saggy parts."
2018-12-0511 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 41: "Sisyphus Wins" with Author Jerry FabyanicJerry Fabyanic--author, columnist, radio show host, and denizen of Mother Earth--talks with Laurel McHargue about his novel "Sisyphus Wins" and about growing up as a gay man in a time when coming out was not acceptable. He discusses his philosophy of life, strides in the LGBTQ community, and the Georgetown Christmas Fair where he and dozens of other authors will have their works available (December 1-2 and 8-9, 2018).
Go to www.leadvillelaurel.com for upcoming show notes with links and photos.
2018-11-2440 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 37: Everybody Loves A Donkey TaleLaurel recounts the craziest race her husband, Mike, ever participated in: A pack burro race up Mosquito Pass and back during a Leadville Boom Days weekend. He raced with a rent-an-ass from Curtis Imrie (RIP) and met the legendary Ken Chlouber for the first time as well. This is a crazy-ass story with some poignant moments.
2018-09-1018 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 34: SPECIAL SERIES, Mike McHargue on Sacrifice and Suffering and So Much MoreLaurel interviews her husband, Mike McHargue, a four-time Leadman and two-time titanium man, about racing and sacrifice and suffering and some fun things too. As the Emergency Manager for his county and as a volunteer for Search and Rescue, he has experienced more unusual physical challenges than the average bear. Listen to his philosophy on pushing past self-imposed limits and on the different "types" of fun in the world.
2018-08-1148 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 32: Sitting, or When the Internet Goes Out!What would you do if the internet and your phone service were down and you had no idea when or if they'd be restored? This happened to Laurel on August 1st. Find out what she did!
2018-07-3012 min
The Writing Gym Podcast | Annalisa Parent | Writing CoachEp 44: How to Write and Laugh, with Leadville LaurelIn this episode, Annalisa Parent Summea is interviewed by Laurel McHargue, host of the podcast Alligator Preserves about being a writing coach, and her amazing book "Storytelling for Pantsers." Not only is Laurel a fantastic interviewer, she's an author as well! She shares her knowledge with Annalisa in this meeting of the minds. In this episode Laurel and Annalisa will teach you: How to approach writing with humor How to break free from your limits How neuroscience influences your creativity Tips and tricks for working through and around writer's block
2018-07-1738 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 27: Zen Diagrams on Twin Lakes Inspire CreativityLaurel recalls a serene paddleboard experience on Twin Lakes in Lake County, CO; the day inspired new scenes and characters (a fire-breathing dragonfly and a tortured octopus) for the second novel in her Waterwight series: Waterwight Flux.
2018-07-1708 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 25: The Turn-Around TreeLaurel shares her morning routine, a walk to "The Turn-Around Tree" with her friend John Orville Stewart, and how it has inspired characters, scenes, and plot twists in her novels...and a deeper friendship based on a shared goal.
2018-07-1109 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 22: COL (Ret) Pat C. Hoy on Duty, Honor, CountryWho will you remember today, tomorrow, and forevermore? In this episode, Laurel reads an excerpt from an essay written by her West Point mentor, Pat C. Hoy II, who was instrumental in her decision to stay at the United States Military Academy.
Pat's essay reminds us of the sacrifices made not only by service members of the Armed Forces, but by their families as well.
Find the link to Pat's full essay at https://leadvillelaurel.com/alligator-preserves-episode-22-duty-honor-country/
2018-05-2117 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 19: Are You A Pantser? Ask Author Annalisa Parent!Laurel McHargue, host of the podcast Alligator Preserves, visits with Annalisa Parent, writing coach and author of "Storytelling for Pantsers: How to Write and Revise Your Novel Without an Outline."
Annalisa discusses the benefits of planning and pantsing when it comes to writing a book, how neuroscience influences creativity, ways to work around writer's block, the evolution of language, and much more.
2018-05-0539 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 18: SPECIAL SERIES, Leadville Race Series with Ken ChlouberDo you have what it takes to complete a 100-mile foot race through the Rocky Mountains? Ken Chlouber, founder of the Leadville Trail Race Series, believes in you--but you must make a commitment to yourself.
In the first episode of this special Alligator Preserves series, Laurel visits with Ken and learns what's special about Leadville and this unusual race series.
2018-04-291h 01
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 17: Bagging My First 14erJust because you can see the mountaintop, that doesn't mean you should attempt to summit without studying the risks and preparing for the unexpected. In this episode, Laurel describes "losing her 14er virginity" on La Plata Peak with Dr. Seuss characters in her head; she offers a warning to those who do not respect the power of nature. Additionally, she gives a shout out to Search and Rescue (SAR) teams everywhere. She recorded this episode while her husband was on an active SAR mission.
2018-04-2325 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 16: What Makes a Man?What will you be doing when you're 85 years old?
In this episode, Laurel visits with her friend's 85-year-old father--Bill Olson--and tries to determine why he still works every . . . single . . . day. This is Laurel's first attempt at curating a story from a last-minute decision to record an unplanned visit.
2018-04-1236 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 14: Kisses, Cooties, and Other Scary ThingsDo you remember your first kiss? How about your second? In this episode of Alligator Preserves, Laurel will tell you about a most memorable kiss and how she knew she was going straight to hell.
2018-04-0719 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 13: No Trampoline TonightAre you sure you want to know how your children live?
In this episode of Alligator Preserves, Laurel talks about a time she decided to help out her son by cleaning his apartment. She could have gone to a trampoline park . . .
2018-03-2613 min
Conversations with LaurelShort Story 1: Okay, CupidLaurel's first original narrated short story about the dating game.
2018-03-1114 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 11: Loneliness and Atrocity"War . . . What is it good for?"
In this episode of Alligator Preserves, Laurel shares another letter from her father from WWII Army training and talks about her recent experience at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. She ponder the question of human evolution and asks the question, "How?"
NOTE: Serious subject matter in part II of this episode.
2018-03-0925 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 10: "Need Food"Laurel turns around on the road for a homeless woman and ultimately realizes she is the one who's been given more than one gift.
2018-03-0124 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 9: A Visit with Ken McLeod, Author and Buddhist Practice TeacherAre you listening? Am I listening? Do we even know how to listen anymore?
Laurel's visit with Buddhist practice teacher Ken McLeod, a peaceable man in a turbulent world, will provide you with glimpses of different ways to live your lives. Now retired, but still publishing books on Eastern philosophies for Western minds, Ken talks about his own journey and offers suggestions for listeners.
2018-02-1950 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 8: A Visit with Sherry Ficklin, AuthorSherry Ficklin, best-selling author of the Stolen Empire Series, visits with Laurel McHargue in this episode of Alligator Preserves! She explains how she has become "a toucher of things," and shares amazing stories of her own life and how her experiences have influenced her writing.
2018-02-1642 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 7: Battle-Dressed BreastsLaurel recounts a time she nearly instigated an international incident in a public restroom in South Korea. She was an Army Captain at the time, deployed to support the Team Spirit Exercise in 1989.
2018-02-1018 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 5: Words of Warning SignsLaurel shares an embarrassing moment when she misreads a warning sign in a campground bathroom.
2018-01-2512 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 4: Pets, and Why You Should NOT Get a Dog!Laurel talks about her family's relationship with house pets from early in her life through the adoption of her most recent pet Ranger, a German Shepherd dog. She shares her piece "Don't Get A Dog."
2018-01-1818 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 2: HairLaurel finally embraces her "pixie" hair style after countless attempts at growing it long. She talks about vanity and how she envied girls with long hair. After her butchering at the hands of an Army barber, she learned how to cut her own hair, and is grateful for the money she has saved over the years.
2018-01-1314 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 3: Boston BoyWhen her mother gives her a shoe box full of her father's letters home during World War II, Laurel realizes she never really knew the man who eventually became her father. She shares her thoughts about what her father was like as a very young man by reading one of his first letters.
2018-01-1314 min
Conversations with LaurelEpisode 1: BallsLaurel makes an important discovery when she takes her baoding balls on a morning run and drops one. Her brainstorming about balls takes her back to childhood memories.
2018-01-1114 min
Listen to Popular Titles Audiobooks in Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: ContemporaryWaterwight Audiobook by Laurel McHargueListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: Waterwight
Subtitle: The Waterwight Series, Book 1
Author: Laurel McHargue
Narrator: Sandra Murphy
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins
Language: English
Release date: 05-16-17
Publisher: Alpha Peak LLC
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Contemporary
Publisher's Summary:
In a post-cataclysmic world threatened by stinking ooze, a brave girl searches for her missing parents with the help of talking animals and evolving powers. When a mountain spirit challenges her to save the planet, she and a flying frog must overcome a magical, malicious castle of sand and...
2017-05-168h 40