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Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Fifteen - Conversation with Bryant O’HaraWelcome back to another episode of the Urban Guru Podcast, featuring insights from artists and professionals of color.
We’ll have a conversation with engineer/poet Bryant O’Hara on today's podcast. His poetry has been published in Pandemic Atlanta 2020, Star*Line Magazine, and the Eyedrum Periodically. Today he will talk about his new book of speculative poetry entitled, The Ghettobirds. So stay tuned for another informative episode of the Urban Guru Podcast.
Links:
https://www.intimateandintricate.com/
Instagram: @bryantohara_poet
Twitter: @bryantohara
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bryant.ohara/
2023-02-1738 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Fourteen - Talk with Javier BarriosWelcome back to another episode of the Urban Guru Podcast, featuring insights from artists and professionals of color.
On today’s podcast, we’ll have a conversation with artist, musician, and author Javier Barrios! Today he joins me to discuss his debut dark fantasy novel, Tenebris: The Unholy Darkness. It’s his take on the story of creation. So stay tuned for another informative episode of the Urban Guru Podcast.
Links:
Linktr.ee/ja_barrios
Bookshop.org
2023-02-0345 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Thirteen - Chat with Antoine BandeleWelcome back to another episode of the Urban Guru Podcast, featuring insights from artists and professionals of color.
Today's podcast features Amazon Best Selling author Antoine Bandele. Since 2017, Antoine has written fantasy and sci-fi stories for and about the African motherland and the diaspora. Not only is he a fierce Independent publisher, but he also owns AB Services, an audiobook services company. We'll chat with Antoine about all these things and more. So stay tuned for another informative episode of the Urban Guru Podcast.
Guest Link:
Antoine Bandele website: https://www.antoinebandele.c...
2022-10-1351 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Twelve - Creative Work Flows with Andre Ogden - Part 2Welcome back to another episode of the Urban Guru Podcast, where we feature insights from artists and professionals of color.
Today my good friend, fellow writer, and IT professional, Andre Ogden returns for part two of our discussion on writing workflow, processes, tools, and applications we prefer. So stay tuned for another informative episode of Urban Guru Podcast.
Links:
Zoho: https://www.zoho.com/
Evernote: https://evernote.com/
Scrivener: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/
Scapple: https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scapple/overview
Scribophile: https://www.scribophile.com/
NaNoWri...
2022-09-2938 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Eleven - Creative Work Flows with Andre Ogden - Part 1Welcome back to another episode of the Urban Guru Podcast, where we feature insights from artists and professionals of color.
I am continuing the discussions on the Writing Process. Today I have a good friend, fellow writer, and IT professional, Andre Ogden. He's releasing a new YA fantasy book series next year entitled The Everton Chronicles. Andre joins me in a conversation about our writing workflow, processes, tools, and applications we prefer. So stay tuned for another informative episode of Urban Guru Podcast.
Links:
Zoho: https://www.zoho.com/
Evernote: https://evernote...
2022-09-1539 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Ten - Dreams vs CommitmentWhether you're writing a short story, novel, or screenplay, myriad sources of information exist in this dazzling Information Age. But all this research, time, and effort will only benefit us if applied. In other words, every writer needs the willingness to move beyond the dream and commit to the craft of writing.
Today's podcast will discuss Commitment and its importance to the creative process.
2022-09-0120 min
Urban GuruSeason Two -Episode Nine - Interview with M. HaynesOn today's podcast, we'll chat with Marcus Haynes. He's a college instructor, author, blogger, scholar, and advocate for blackness in all its forms. Not only has he been publishing his works since the age of nine, but through his current efforts, he continues to increase the representation of underrepresented characters in speculative fiction. So, stay tuned for an informative interview with Marcus Haynes.
Guest Links:
Website: https://www.mhaynes.org/
Facebook: M. Haynes
Twitter: @LooseAsADEUCE
Instagram: @looseasadeuce
TikTok: @looseasadeuce
"Speculating Black" Article
2022-06-2338 min
Urban GuruSeason Two -Episode Eight - Interview with Christine StokesOn today’s podcast, we’ll interview Christine Stokes. She’s a Senior Instructional Technology Coordinator in Arlington Public Schools. She served as an Educator Fellow in the US Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology, and her peers voted her as one of the top 100 Influencers in Ed Tech in 2020. Today she’s going to talk about technology resources available to creatives. So, stay tuned for an informative interview with Christine Stokes.
https://sbeduconsulting.com/
2022-05-2639 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Seven - Interview with Arrow J. KnightOn today’s podcast, I have the honor of interviewing novelist Arrow J. Knight. Not only is he a novelist, but he’s also a screenwriter, comic writer, mental health clinician, and motivational speaker. I can honestly say that Arrow J. Knight is the most energized writer I have ever met, and you’ll see for yourself. So, stay tuned for an inspirational Chat with Arrow J. Knight.
Website: https://www.arrowjknight.com/
2022-05-191h 28
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Six - Interview with Milton DavisOn today’s podcast, we’ll interview Milton Davis. Not only is this man a prolific novelist, having published over 20 novels, but he’s also an editor of several anthologies, an award-winning writer, the owner of his own publishing company, MVMedia in Atlanta, GA., and by day, his mild-manner alter ego as a chemical engineer. That’s right folks, so stay tuned for an enjoyable Chat with Milton Davis of MVMedia.
MVmedia: https://www.mvmediaatl.com/
Milton Davis: https://www.miltonjdavis.com/
2022-05-1246 min
Urban GuruSeason Two - Episode Five - Interview with JPJacksonOn today’s podcast, we feature J.P. Jackson of J.P. Jackson Art. He talks about his journey to being a comic book artist, a cover artist, and a writer while escaping the daily 9-to-5 grind in which so many artists find themselves. Mr. Jackson believes it is important to create diverse content that puts a fresh spin on familiar stories and characters.
Website: https://jpjacksonart.com/
2022-05-0555 min
Urban GuruPodcast 004 - Interview with M.HaynesWe caught up with YA Author M.Haynes at the 2019 BlerDCon in Crystal City, VA.
2019-08-1110 min
Urban GuruPodcast 003 - Interview with Melquea SmithIn this podcast we interviewed Melquea Smith of Pretty Kitty Commissions. The interview took place at the 2019 BlerDCon convention in Crystal City, VA.
2019-08-1114 min
Urban GuruPodcast 002 - Interview with T.J. Sterling on Rae ComicsIn this podcast, we interview with T.J. Sterling on Rae Comics at the 2019 BlerDCon in Crystal City, Va.
2019-08-1109 min
Urban GuruAn Interview with John Darr.In this podcast our friend Lisa Styles interview YA Author John Darr and discusses his Jonah Blackstone series.
2019-07-2741 min