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Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E157: Audio Literary Memoir II
In this second installment annually produced I delve into what i have been doing as a writer, especially in this particularly challenging time of Covid, and try to make it relatable on the show to others who might be working or dealing with similiar issues.
2020-10-23
1h 08
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E156: Classic Spotlight Series -- Thoughts on Rod Serling
In perhaps my most personal voyage into a writer I explore all that was social and creative in the astounding teleplay, screenplay writer Rod Serling. We cover in this episode: depression, twilight zone, creativity, planet of the apes and the meaning of prejudice as a root of global calamity.
2020-10-17
1h 08
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E155: Mailbag V: 2020 in a Nutshell
In the final mailbag episode in a rough and uncertain year, 2020, we go through some of the email about show and about the journal, Ariel Chart. Covered are the following topics: Fantasy in Writing Keeping a Journal Dark Side of Guilt Covid Bukowski Truth Evil Words Creativity and Mental Illness
2020-10-13
1h 01
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E154: The Creation of Concrete Minimalism
In one of the most unique episode STBH explores Mark Antony Rossi's innovation micro-writing style (fiction & nonfiction) "Concrete Minimalism." Intro to Innovation Fiction Passages Philosophy of Rent https://www.arielchart.com/2017/07/philosophy-of-rent.html?m=1 Waiting Room Madness https://madswirl.com/short-stories/2015/07/waiting-room-madness/ Tampa Bay Tantrum https://www.scarletleafreview.com/short-stories1/category/mark-antony-rossi I Will Melt the Robots the First Chance I Get https://www.blakejonesreview.com/flash-fiction/i-will-melt-robots/ Kind https://underwoodpress.com/ruescribe/2018/10/04/kind-by-mark-antony-rossi/ ...
2020-10-10
1h 03
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E153: The Performance of Spoken Word
In this episode we briefly examine the good and bad of spoken word poetry. Light Side -- test run one's material before an audience Dark Side -- forget about print and then get forgotten -- yourself Notes: post-covid world might have less eating establishments, no movie theatres and folks less willing to be community-oriented, spoken word might need to learn to adapt to a new reality
2020-10-05
37 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E152: An Afternoon With Michel Weatherall
In our 2nd conversation I speak with Canada's, Michel Weatherall, novelist, poet and publisher about his projects, his press, his marketing and his interesting take on anthologies and promoting literary projects in the age of Covid.
2020-10-02
1h 50
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E151: Identity, Integrity and Creative Cohesion in the Arts
In the final episode for September 2020 we delve into the meat and marrow of what constitutes identity, how it is lost, how it is gained, how it is maintained and how large a role it plays in the creative life of an artist.
2020-09-28
1h 36
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E150: Keeping a Journal, Jiving a Memory
STBH brings another facet of creativity by encouraging the practice of journaling. In this episode we cover: 1. Informal Journaling (collected note-taking) 2. Formal Journaling (in actual journal with extensive commentary) 3. Notes on Notes
2020-09-26
35 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E149: Toying With Tangents -- Fantasy in Writing
The last in the series takes us to Fantasy, in this episode we will talk about some of the greats and classics in fantasy novelization: JRR Tolkien -- The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings C.S. Lewis -- Chronicles of Narnia Ursula K. Le Guin --- Tales of Earthsea, The Left Hand of Darkness
2020-09-22
1h 00
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E148: The Dark Side of Guilt, Pride and Perfection in the Art World
By outlining and speaking to some of the major contributing factors to a writer's creative funk we seek to lessen the negative impact and therefore help restore productivity and a sense of belonging once more. Guilt -- parental, martial, sexual, racial Pride -- the insistence of living off resume, geography or culture instead of hard work and good faith. This path often steers towards arrogance. Perfection: really more of a fantasy that insists on control but actually becomes less secure and more paranoid.
2020-09-19
1h 34
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E147: Navigating World Travel in Literary Writing
How much is too much of a subject matter for writing? Well, you guessed it, traveling and trying to incorporate the experience can be a test of writing skills or of one of patience. In this show we cover three subtopics: 1. Shading: travel locale sprinkling through writing 2. Detail: Full blown detail oriented writing on a event, locale, geography etc, that merits more substance. 3. Overblown: when we attempt to fill all we write with foreign names, locales, events, cute phrase, unknown sayings and start losing focus on the writing and disconnecting from the reader.
2020-09-15
46 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E146: How Evil Words Reduce Civil Behavior
In perhaps one of the most controversial of podcasts on word usage we delve deeply into hateful words that have no place in our writing or lives. Gender --- B-word Sexuality -- lesbian --- lesbo, dyke gay --- fairy, queer, faggot, homo, pansy, sissy transgender -- tranny, he/she Disability --- retard, gimp Race -- N-Word intro -- evil word should not be used by anyone n-word rap music, authentic theories, taking back word theories mark twain, dick gregory, luke cage, remember the titans, atlanta
2020-09-13
1h 31
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E145: The Value of Creative Writing Coaches & Courses
Lately this form of creative instruction, due to Covid, has migrated more than ever to online, Skype and even Zoom. Less in class personal instruction is taking place but in this episode I will address both Coaches & Courses. Pros & Cons (individually & comparison modeling) seeking references, understanding impact of assignments creative goals, writing exercises and "homework" Managing Expectations -- What is self awareness, self definition and self instruction
2020-09-08
1h 06
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E144: Classic Spotlight Series -- Thoughts on Charles Bukowski
More listeners have requested a show on Bukowski than any other literary figure in history. Even Poe. In this extended episode of plus ninety minutes I will explore in an artistic manner what Bukowski was as a person, a persona, a writer and possibly a philosopher. It should reveal some new facts, new viewpoints and help demystify a seemingly dysfunctional countercultural icon and celebrity.
2020-09-03
1h 35
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E143: The Art of This Podcast: Behind the Broadcast
In one of the more unique episodes we answer emails on how and why this podcast exists and how it may be different from other literary or artistic endeavors. In this episode we cover questions: On how compose interesting titles Whether show is from top of head or more structured The sources of many of its ideas Why show not as formally polished as others in the medium The subject breakdown is as follows titles outlines constructing the show...
2020-09-01
59 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E142: The Relationship Between Creativity and Mental Illness
There's been an overwhelming feeling in the artistic community for centuries that "madness" or what we now call mental illness plays a pivotal role in the lives of creative individuals. Drawing from the latest studies on this question from the US, UK, India and Denmark as well as anecdotal evidence and famous artistic quotes I will attempt to bring us closer to understanding what the creative experience means inside and outside of mental troubles. introductory statement section 1 -- known science on the subject section 2 --- various theories on the subject
2020-08-29
1h 13
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E141: The Long Road of Lost Potential
On the heels of another military veteran suicide, I figure best to speak about the distractions and detours that can cause people to begin that long road of lost potential.
2020-08-26
1h 03
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E140: Toying With Tangents -- Science Fiction in Writing
In the long overdue followup to the toying with tangents series, this episode explains the deeper significance of science fiction in writing. We Cover: poetry & fiction novelization with recurring themes of ethics, humanity, artificial intelligence, philosophy and religion. authors: asimov, bradbury, clarke, verne, shows: star trek, babylon 5 movies: star wars, ET,
2020-08-23
1h 01
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E139: Interview with Tammy Smith
In another informative interview we discuss art therapy and writing with New Jersey-based licensed clinical social worker and writer Tammy Smith. We cover the following topics: Art Therapy Writing in Medicine Writing as Therapy Telemedicine
2020-08-22
1h 02
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E138: Finding Your Voice as a Writer
In this in-depth episode we explore the facets of finding your writing voice in a complex and often contradictory society. There are three parts: Your Voice -- the daily voice Writer Voice -- the new language you craft through drafting Artist Voice -- the type of writer you wish to be
2020-08-18
1h 03
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E137: The Agent in the Writing Process
This hour long show will cover the basics of how and when you should employ an agent for writing. Literary Novel Genre Drama Teleplay Screenplay
2020-08-14
1h 07
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E136: The Morality of Money in the Arts
In this lengthy episode we explore the good, non-art, and bad parts of money in the arts. Can an artist or writer make a living? Should an artist or writer want to make a living doing art? These and other questions and factors are discussed: Submittable Editors for Hire Vanity Presses Submission Fees Contest Fees Stage Rental Fees
2020-08-08
1h 41
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E135: Mailbags, Windbags and Sandbags
This is the fourth in the series of podcasts sharing emails sent from listeners or readers in conjunction with the show or the art journal Ariel Chart.
2020-08-05
49 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E134: Guidelines as Gifts for Writers
In this episode I discuss the possibility of using guidelines as inspirational gifts to writers. Basic research and a positive outlook make a major difference for those who successfully publish versus those who blindly submit without rhyme or reason. t
2020-07-23
1h 15
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E133: Grounding and the Role of Gravity in Writing
Did you ever notice in your writing or writing in general that positive themes were not as well written as darker toned material? I believe there is a perceptional even emotional problem with one's worldview that causes this unhealthy imbalance.
2020-06-26
1h 20
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E132: Philosophy of an Artist
Have you ever thought about a philosophy for your writing? Is a philosophy necessary to be an artist in the 21st century? These and many other questions along this line is discussed and possibly answered in this episode.
2020-06-19
58 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E131: Art as a Defense Against Madness
The true value of art is measured in how it can reveal, restore and revolutionize matters in our lives and in the world. 1. Art as Therapeutic Medicine Against Depression "Art is a line around your thoughts" --- Gustav Klimt 2. Transcending Bad Behavior Through Art "I shut my eyes in order to see." ---- Paul Gaugin 3. Art Informs the Human Condition / Human Condition Major Catalyst for Art "Creativity takes courage." Henri Matisse
2020-06-17
1h 01
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E130: An Evening With Donald Dean Mace
In the second interview with Arizona-based poet/writer Donald Dean Mace, we pivot into an evening event with a reciting of his popular essay "The Romance Writer" which speaks about the overlooked romanticism school of thinking and writing. From Poe to Hawthorne this philosophy brought the world a more realistic offering of viewpoint,
2020-06-12
1h 25
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E129: Character in a Writer
This episode will focus on positive or negative personal traits in writers that help or hurt their writing efforts. The "character" or core personality is key to translating internal thoughts into literary works and communicating those to an editor and audience. We will touch upon: cover letters, short bios with balance priority, dangers of waiting, having a basic creative plan, and practicing what you write.
2020-06-09
1h 03
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E128: Fundamentals of Poetry Composition
This episode allows us to revisit the fundamentals of poetry composition necessary to construct viable poems in the modern era. 1. Titles Matter 2. Structure and Flow 3. The Beginning 4. The Ending
2020-06-06
58 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E127: Alcohol in the Arts
From the ancient days of Egypt, Greece and Roman to the Bible stories, Renaissance period of art & idea expansion to the modern writer -- alcohol has played a major role in the arts. In this episode we will explore the good and bad of this phenomena.
2020-05-24
33 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E126: Metal Future -- Interview With James Curl -- Biographer of Dio & Dokken
Welcome back folks to another exciting rock episode of Metal Future. On this episode we are honored to have as a guest, rock biographer, James Curl whose has completed the first biography of both Ronnie James Dio (ex Rainbow, ex Black Sabbath, solo singer and lead singer for Heaven and Hell) and the incredible metal band Dokken.
2020-05-18
57 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E125: Self as an Obstacle
Self as an Obstacle deals with the ups and downs of the creative world which are already a challenge, but the burden increases with artists who allow themselves to be the greatest threat to their success. Are we our worst enemy? Do history and perception and personal shortcomings ruin our chances to be better artists?
2020-05-10
42 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E124: Interview With Ethan Goffman
Welcome to another interview with an interesting creative artist, Ethan Goffman is a poet, a teacher and author of "Words For Things Left Unsaid" released by Kelsay Books. He is also a podcast host of a literary and environmental matters "Poetry and Planet" on Earthtalk.org.
2020-04-24
1h 20
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E123: Creativity in Coronaville
In this episode we tackle some interesting topics within the context of the crisis. 1. When Pushing the Envelope is Too Far 2. When Editors Allow or Have to Reign in Writers from Going Too Far 3. Creativity in Coronaville --should we all write something on the crisis just to be "relevant"?
2020-04-23
1h 20
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E122: Peculiar Instruments -- Animals as Characters
In the final installment of the Peculiar Instrument series, I explore animals as characters used in literature to not only entertain but to enlighten. The animal characters of Aslan. Moby Dick, Hedwig, Charlotte and many more are explored.
2020-04-08
36 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E121: Art in the Age of Corona
Tonight we discuss Art in the Age of Corona. We converse about current events as related to the corona crisis as well as art past and present during epidemics and how it often changes the course of society's outlook on religion, faith, recovery, death and the afterlife.
2020-03-29
1h 17
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E120: Interview With Michael Griffith
In this in-depth episode I interview New Jersey-based poet, author and writing instructor Michael Griffith on the merits of editorship, authorship and deeper thoughts about literary writing.
2020-03-25
1h 44
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E119: Peculiar Instruments: Ghosts as Characters
In the second installment of Peculiar Instruments we explore how ghostly figures and events are used as characters to illustrate or perhaps voice certain things to heighten a story or transform into a catalyst to complete the plot.
2020-03-23
32 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E118: Interview With Linda Imbler
This episode brings us back full circle with Kansas-based (but Texas born) poet and fiction writer Linda Imbler. She was my first interview for the podcast in Jan 2019. In this segment Linda will speak out her past, present and future writing projects as well as her moments in the writing life.
2020-03-15
56 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E117: Toying With Tangents -- Horror in Writing
This new series Toying With Tangents will explore Horror writings from Bloch, Poe, Jackson, King, Barker, Blatty, Shelly, Stoker and Wells. In the weeks ahead we will explore Fantasy and Science Fiction too.
2020-03-14
41 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E116: Interview With John Patrick Robbins
In this second, more revealing interview, John Patrick Robbins, poet, writer, editor, humorist and podcaster, recounts his achievements, publications, nominations and work during the past twelve months.
2020-03-09
1h 14
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E115: Grumpy Grammar Grapefruit
Time to have some fun with grammar and those who grump about it like the world is ending. Let's worry about the coronavirus; not the comma-virus.
2020-03-03
36 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E114: Interview with Phyllis Dodge
Welcome back to the interview segment of the show. Phyllis Dodge is our next interview subject. She is a novelist and her novel "Why" takes an unique view on military veterans and all they must contend with on and off duty.
2020-02-29
50 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E113: Metal Future ---Are Concerts Worth Going to Anymore?
We discuss the timely subject of music concerts in the late 21st century. Are they worth going to anymore? The lip syncing, the expense, the age, the health, the sound, the half the band is dead or kicked out -- why is this experience still a draw?
2020-02-24
56 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E112: Peculiar Instruments -- Houses as Characters
In this first installment of the Peculiar Instruments Series -- Houses as Characters play a vital role for artists to create a compelling atmosphere, metaphoric setting or special voice that often is best done by a nonperson.
2020-02-22
31 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E111: Transitions in Writing (Style/Genre/Theme)
In this multi-faceted episode and we discuss various transitions in writing that many writers begin to face when they decide to creatively stretch and try something new. 1. Style --- somber to humor, humor to nonfiction, etc. 2. Genre -- poetry to fiction, fiction to nonfiction, etc. 3. Theme -- how to prepare to submit to publications requiring a theme
2020-02-12
1h 01
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E110: Demons --Real or Imagined in Artists
In this episode we will revisit depression and the demons it can bring in the arts by speaking about various famous examples in Art, Music, Dance and Writing. From Edvard Munch to Anne Sexton depression has been a malady in creative endeavors for centuries.
2020-02-10
39 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E109: Question the Quiet -- Selected Writings
The basic arrangement of a book project is discussed as well as background information to the various pieces narrated for the show. It's a complete backview of how to put together a collection to benefit the audience and the author.
2020-02-06
49 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E108: Classic Spotlight Series -- Thoughts on Jack London
The first Classic Spotlight for the year 2020 focuses on the famous adventure writer Jack London (Call of the Wild, White Fang). We explore his outdoorsmen spirit, political viewpoints and dark side.
2020-02-01
37 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E107: Our Literary Influences
We are chatting about the literary figures that influenced us throughout our lives. There's a few you might share and others will be new and surprising.
2020-01-29
1h 16
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E106: Metal Future -- Reflections on Rush
Metal Future is proud to present a first in this year's continual series of reflections on great bands that went into retirement. The first is Canadian progressive rock power trio Rush. Also a few notes on their incredible drummer Neil Peart who died recently of brain cancer.
2020-01-27
32 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E105: Essentials For An Independent Author
The freedom from being an independent author is an incredible responsibility and a noble gift. I outline briefly on the show my three A's -- Attitude - Attention - Advertise as a method to help focus writers on becoming the best their talents can offer humanity.
2020-01-23
36 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E104: Digital Culture and Modern Literature
In this episode we discuss the positive and negative impact digital culture has had on modern literature.
2020-01-17
34 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E103: Mailbag III
The third episode in the email questions from listener series and the first for the year 2020. Thanks for the compliments and inquiries. Nice to hear some music questions as well.
2020-01-13
37 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E102: Emotional Turbulence and the Writing Process
Emotions like any other vital element of writing needs to be regulated through organization and discipline to allow the writing to not be overtaken in the moment. We strive above all else to create enduring Art. Let us not allow our humanity to stray too far into the chaos that can be this complex world.
2020-01-08
1h 02
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E101: Suspect Language
The deliberate use of deceptive language by governments, corporations or renowned institutions are a direct threat to Democracy. A far greater danger than ditzy politicians who come and go like bad pastries. Suspect language stays in the system, in the minds of average citizens who do no bother to question what is heard or change what they see. Orwell warned us the first signs of a dictatorship is its invasion of language.
2020-01-06
56 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E100: Classic Spotlight -- Thoughts on O.Henry
This milestone episode (#100, yeah) is the last of the Classic Spotlight Series for 2019. Tonight we shine a light on the enduring short story writer William Sydney Porter, better known as O. Henry. We will discuss his stories, motivations, social life, criminal convictions and acute eye for humanity and presenting humane situations full of hope and love.
2019-12-30
44 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E99: Metal Future -- Rock Bands Retired, Retiring and UnRetired
In the last metal future episode of 2019, we explore the phenomena of bands who claim retirement only to come back in a few or two for more glory, more money and more health issues. We must face the fact, even if they don't, that people in the 60's and 70's running around the stage and living from a suitcase is not only impractical it might be unhealthy. Is it mind over matter? Or just move over and make some more money? You decide.
2019-12-24
1h 23
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E98: Writing to Affect Change
In the library of substantial writing comes a category often overlooked and quite ironic in origin. The writing from decidedly nonwriters composed and delivered to affect change. We outline a few historic examples of major social change using writing such as Martin Luther, Thomas Paine, Martin Luther King Jr., and Vaclav Havel. And some personal examples of "local" writing to test corporate products, city governments, shoddy restaurants, etc.
2019-12-21
51 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E97: Interview with Lynn Long
in the final interview for Year 2019, the show welcomes Lynn Long (also known on FB as "Luna Deity") who is a wonderfully positive poet dedicated to exploring the lighter side of the nature, love and the world. Lynn shares her philosophy, her books and her work on a perfectly fitting setting where I truly appreciate this approach to balance the darker subjects Strength To Be Human can often tackle.
2019-12-16
1h 04
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E96: Interview With Catherine Shields
A riveting literary interview with Florida-based fiction writer Catherine Shields. Her short story "My Phantom Ovaries" was published in June of 2019 and remains in the top ten reads of the international online journal Ariel Chart. She was nominated for the 2019 Pushcart Prize for Fiction by that same publication.
2019-12-13
1h 05
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E95: Vision vs Delusion & Mailbag 2
In the last Guest Haus episode of the year 2019, we explore the writer syndrome that makes writers lose their path by forgetting the precepts of Art. For a the 2nd segment we answer a few questions each in the second edition of Mailbag.
2019-12-11
1h 46
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E94: The Mechanics of Muse: What is Discipline
In the third and final installment of The Mechanics of Muse, Discipline is redefined becoming much more than robotic gestures and slick time management but rather a mental toughness, emotional maturity and personal honesty that allows a creator to firmly evaluate their path of a regular basis.
2019-12-07
53 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E93: Flaws of Our Heroes / Writer's Burnout
Last Guest Haus Editon for the calendar year 2019 and we dive into deep waters (what's new) and discuss the flaws of our heroes, the influences of the imperfect and the enviable burnout that happens to writers, especially to editors who are usually juggling a few things at the same time. As always John brings his humor and insight to make this a special episode.
2019-12-04
1h 18
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E92: Classic Spotlight -- Thoughts on Clive Barker
Another visit to the classics, in this case, a modern classic, Clive Barker, one of the first of many (I hope) that bring a literary flare to horror writing. We will discuss his Books of Blood, movies Hellraiser and Nightbreed and the joint interview book he did with Stephen King.
2019-12-01
49 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E91: The Mechanics of Muse -- What is Perseverance
The second installment in the series called the Mechanics of Muse describes the essential ingredient to propel talent into creative entities capable of carrying our metaphor, mask or message to the world.
2019-11-27
50 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E90: Vanity Insanity
The episode I have been meaning to record for some time. As the title suggests the act of vanity is an act of insanity. Hopefully, this show will bring you from the brink and help restore your path onto righteous writing and ethical conduct.
2019-11-24
1h 06
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E89: The Mechanics of Muse: What is Talent
This new series to ride out the rest of the year will focus on Talent, Perseverance and Discipline. In this episode is broken down in two groups, Born and Made. We will discuss the ups and downs of both situations and explore how talent is powerful but fleeting (kinda like love) and what we can do to keep it an essential part of our human essence.
2019-11-20
52 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E88: Metal Future-- Interview with Trey Saucillo
Spend the next hour with Texas-based rocker musician, songwriter and studio wizard Trey Saucillo. He will speak in detail about recording, the industry, his projects and the quest to Art, Self and the World in his music.
2019-11-12
1h 16
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E87: Rewriting and the Road to Renewal
At the very heart of writing is Rewriting. We put together a few steps to help create a process for rewriting that will inspire writers to engage rewriting and find renewal and ultimately success.
2019-11-09
54 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E86: Interview with Michelle Young
STBH proudly welcomes to the interview segment, Canadian novelist and poet Michelle Young.
2019-11-06
1h 25
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E85: Illuminated Path Series -- Segment 3 -- Ingredients to Make a Writer
In the final segment of the illuminated path series we learn about the major parts of building a writer through Organization, Work Ethic and Maturity.
2019-11-04
1h 00
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E84: Classic Spotlight Series -- Thoughts on Harlan Ellison
In the continuation of our Classic Spotlight series, we select sci-fi master writer Harlan Ellison. An early civil rights supporter, Ellison fought Hollywood, publishers, even other writers to set legal precedent in the protection of copyrights for film, tv, print and digital arenas.
2019-11-01
1h 00
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E83: Interview With Alexander P Garza
Welcome back to the Interview segment of the show. In this episode we have a riveting conversation with Texas-based artist, poet and educator Alexander P. Garza.
2019-10-30
1h 24
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E82: Personal vs. Persona
Today's in-depth episode we discuss writing from a personal perspective versus writing using a persona. What are the differences? Is this design or accident? The plus and minuses of each approach.
2019-10-27
1h 46
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E81: Fear and Faith in Writing
The twin factors of Fear and Faith intertwine our existence like speeding atoms smashing the invisible world. How we curtain and harness these forces may very well shape our destinies as writers and perhaps as productive human beings.
2019-10-24
47 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E80: The Personality of Prose
There is a certain signature each writer puts out by design or accident that helps frame who they are as writers and perhaps who they are as storytellers in the eyes of the reader. This episode expands upon this theory with some facts, quotes and stories to help us learn more about our own writing and how we may be viewed in the world at large.
2019-10-21
41 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S2 E79: Candor and Communication in an Age of Denial
This is bound to be controversial only in the sense that too many folks are not used to talking straight or hearing things without code language, metaphors or euphemisms. Candor has been given a back seat in the age of understanding. But what is understood if decisions are made through fear and self-censorship defeats bold thinking and new ideas? As writers we should be cutting through this fog of frailty and speaking firmly to help make the world a better place.
2019-10-17
1h 45
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E78: Healthy Habits and Heavenly Writing
A fun episode reminding writers about eating and living more healthy. Health often plays a major role in writing from an energy standpoint. Hard to type up a novel or compose a poem when you are exhausted, in pain or breathing like a drunk dragon.
2019-10-15
38 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E77: Illuminated Path Series -- Segment 2 -- Understanding Publishing
In the second installment of the Series, I delve into the bigger picture of where Publishing was, is and might be going forward.
2019-10-09
1h 19
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E76: Technology and the Arts
On this episode I have a brief chat about technology and how it has transformed the arts in general and writing in particular. There is now more freedom to go about writing than ever before in the history of the world.
2019-10-07
46 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E75: Mailbag ( Lit Mag & Podcast )
In this unique episode I address comments and questions posed to my international literary journal Ariel Chart and the literary podcast Strength To Be Human. A few topics include the recent "controversy" over bio's that surfaced on Facebook, to basic responsibilities of the writer and the editor. Also we name Ariel Chart's six nominations for the 2019 Pushcart Prize and a sneak peek at October's offerings.
2019-10-02
1h 23
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E74: Tales of a Podcaster
We discuss in this guest haus episode some of the trials and triumphs of podcasting the literary life.
2019-09-30
1h 00
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E73: Classic Spotlight --- Thoughts on Octavia Butler
Classic Spotlight series brings us the incredible African-American female science fiction pioneer Octavia Butler.
2019-09-26
59 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E72: The Rituals of Writing
Do you ever wonder what habits other writer's have in the making of their work? The rituals of writing whether they consist of daily word counts, weekly prayers or monthly rewrites are often positive habits we need to put our selves at a stable and creative mood.
2019-09-23
44 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E71: Interview With Jasmine Ajamian
The podcast welcomes children's author, Jasmine Ajamian, who discusses her new book.
2019-09-18
1h 05
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E70: Illuminated Path Series: Segment 1 -- Basic Marketing For Authors
In this special extended series (clocking in at nearly 2 hours) segment 1: deals with preparation an author needs to get done to position themselves and their book for the best possible outcome: publication. Discussed: Author Websites Social Media Marketing Direct & Passive Networking Agents Publishing Expectations & Contracts
2019-09-16
1h 45
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E69: Literary Criticism and Editorship
Another outstanding episode of Guest Haus, we speak at length about the need for literary criticism and the joys and pitfalls of being an editor of an artistic publication.
2019-09-12
1h 12
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E68: Interview With Michel Weatherall
Another fascinating interview episode, this time with Award-winning Canadian poet Michel Weatherall. We talk about the state of writing, artists and marketing and behind the scenes of his newest project Sun & Moon.
2019-09-09
1h 13
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E67: Interview With Agnes Vojta
Strength To Be Human welcomes our first literary interview of the month of September: Agnes Vojta ---poet, professor and rock climber. We will discuss her life, poetry and first poetry book.
2019-09-04
58 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E66: Metal Future -- Thoughts on Metal's Future & Interview with Chris Bishop of Crobot
On this metal future episode we have a brief monologue on metal's future and then a short interview with talented guitarist Chris Bishop of the metal band Crobot.
2019-09-02
38 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E65: The Heaven and Hell of Social Media
The guest haus gang discuss the wide ranging topic of social media with commentary on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
2019-08-27
1h 30
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E64: Classic Spotlight -- Thoughts on Shirley Jackson
Classic Spotlight this month focuses on the great horror writer & novelist Shirley Jackson.
2019-08-26
45 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E63: Writing and Identity
Issues surrounding identity can have serious consequences for the state of the mind of the writer and the eventual literary output. In this episode we explore three types.
2019-08-21
39 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E62: Interview w/Donald Dean Mace
This episode contains the enormously interesting and talented Arizona writer and poet Donald Dean Mace.
2019-08-19
57 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E61: Metal Future -- Top 5 Music Categories and Metal Stories
We discuss and debate their top 5 metal lists of guitarists, vocalists, albums, concept albums, plus we share our metal stories of musicians we have met over the years.
2019-08-14
1h 23
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E60: The Making of a Magazine
Two editors discuss the behind scenes work of putting together and running a small press literary publication.
2019-08-11
1h 27
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E59: Death, Divorce and Dysfunction in Writing
The three "D's" in most of the writing i read these days. In this episode we will examine Death, Divorce and Dysfunction in Writing.
2019-08-07
00 min
Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
S1 E58: Q & A for Mark
In this unique episode Mark has gathered questions from the listening audience for the past few months and now will answer them.
2019-08-05
36 min