(9/25/26) Mike and cohost, Callie Walker welcomed Chicago authors Vaughn Thompson and Ty Thompson - dad and daughter writers of The Unfinished Prophecy and The Lost Prophecy - Books one and two the Everworld book series, 'Daniel the Different' It all began when Vaughn said, “Dad, I have a great idea for book” So, over one cold Chicago Thanksgiving break, when the family had played all the games and crafted all of the crafts, Ty said, “Hey, what if we write that book of yours?” Thus, the beginning of Book one - 'Daniel the Different' The 'Unfinished Prophecy.' Book two, The Lost Prophecy soon followed. Vaughn has always been an avid reader and loves writing, so it was only natural that when on Thanksgiving break in 5th grade, she would start writing a novel with her dad inspired by a dream world that she has imagined. She loved writing characters and dreaming up the characters within Everworld, and had even more fun writing Book 2! Ty grew up loving to create and write— often writing essays or blogs for competitions, his own entertainment or for friends and family. When Vaughn said she wanted to write a book, he saw this as the perfect opportunity to share something he loves to do with someone he loves— and Daniel the Different was born. In addition to Vaughn's creative writing skills, Chicago-based Iyla Vaughn is a singer-songwriter whose sound moves between bubble-grunge and cinematic pop. Her debut single 'I Wasn't Creeping' - is available now on Spotify, Amazon and Apple! Check out her homepage: https://iylavaughn.com The Everworld book series, 'The Unfinished Prophecy' and 'The Lost Prophecy' are available on Amazon and their website. Visit them at DanieltheDifferent.com Follow on Instagram @danielthedifferent Enjoy the Podcast!
(9-17-2026) Mike and cohost, singer-songwriter Chloe Penny welcomed Gene Loveland to ConversationsRadio Ep.230. Gene is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter whose songs live at the intersection of grit, grace, redemption, and real life. Drawing from a lifetime of experiences both on and off the stage, Gene writes songs that blend honest storytelling with emotional depth. Whether he's telling the story of a husband facing a life-changing medical diagnosis, reflecting on the roads that led him away from home, or finding hope in life's messiest chapters, his goal is simple: write songs that make people feel seen. In recent years, Gene's songwriting has gained growing recognition. His song "Grace in the Mess" was named a Semi-Finalist in the International Songwriting Competition and earned an Honorable Mention in American Songwriter's Lyric Contest. His song "No More One Days" was selected as a finalist in a Nashville Songwriters Association International chapter competition. As both a solo acoustic performer and active collaborator, Gene continues to split his time between Los Angeles and Nashville, building relationships within the songwriting community and expanding his catalog through co-writing and recording. His music reflects a belief that even in life's hardest seasons, there is always a story worth telling and a reason to keep moving forward. Whether performing in a writer’s round, sharing a stripped-down acoustic song, or crafting a lyric in the early morning hours before work, Gene writes with the same purpose: to create honest songs about real people, real struggles, and the hope that carries us through them. Check out GeneLoveland.com for links to his music and upcoming shows! Follow Gene on Instagram @geneloveland Enjoy the Podcast!
(9/3/26) Mike and returing cohost, Australian acton Joey Vieira welcomed actor Patrick Britton to ConversationsRadio. Patrick was born and raised in Texas. He is a Theatre Arts BA graduate, an accomplished film and stage actor, known for his role as Lucas in the Sci-Fi feature ‘Matter of Time’ directed by Jeremy Snead. He is also known for his role as Steward – the record store clerk in Blake Calhoun’s ‘Casey Makes a Mixtape.’ His early work as Peter in ‘One Tough Cookie’ and numerous short films including ‘Blindsided’ ‘Stairway’ ‘Prank’ and most recently ‘Feed.’ With a variety of training in film and stage acting, theatrical movement, stage combat, and even clowning, Patrick is a physically versatile performer with many skills to bring to the table. He has also worked in Denver traveling with Jurassic World the Exhibition as a performer and team lead, as well as directing an original play titled “The Goose: A Play Most Fowl”.” Other skills of his include multiple dialects, musical theater baritone vocals, and being a trained fencer. Patrick is constantly honing his craft and enjoys every moment of it. You can follow Patrick on Instagram @patrick_britton42 Enjoy the Podcast!
(8/27/26) Mike and cohost - actress Olive O'Connell along with Chloe Penny welcome back Louisiana based actress Presley Richardson to ConversationsRadio! Most known for her role as Christine on Disney’s Pretty Freekin Scary where her humor and charm quickly made her a fan favorite. Presley has honed her acting craft and her hard work and her commitment is reflected in numerous projects including her starring role as ‘Olvia’ in Madison Wolfe’s short film 'Acorn, Iowa.' Equally impressive is Presley’s role as ‘Bennett’ - fighting with rival children to take control of an abandoned theme park after a virus kills all of earths adults in ‘The Park’ – written and directed by Shal Ngo. Presley can be seen in 'Reasonable Doubt' episode S3-E3 (Run This Town.} With a natural ability to bring authenticity and emotional depth her performances, Presley delivers command performances in heartfelt, character-driven stories. In ‘Casey Makes a Mixtape' Presley plays the lead character ‘Casey’ in this nostalgic coming-of-age feature set in 1980s Texas, before MP3s when cassette tapes were the norm and you had to record your own mix of your favorite music. Written and directed by Blake Calhoun and filmed entirely in Texas, it’s described as a love letter to small-town summers, mixtapes, and messy growing pains. Great to have Presley Richardson back on the podcast. Beyond acting, Presley is passionate about music and storytelling, influences that guide her creative journey as her career continues to grow. She is one to keep on your radar. You can follow Presley on Instagram @presley_richardson Enjoy the Podcast!
(8/19/26) Mike and cohost Chloe Penny had a wonderful chat with award-winning singer, songwriter and entertainer Kristyn Harris on ConversationsRadio. Kristyn is known for her western swing spin on original and classic songs of the western and rural lifestyle. Kristyn has been named International Western Music Association Entertainer of the Year 6 times, and is still the youngest person to have received this recognition. She is also the 7-time IWMA Female Performer of the Year, and her album, “A Place to Land”, was awarded “Outstanding Western Album” by the National Cowboy Hall of Fame. Kristyn Harris calls Burleson, Texas home. She performs at cowboy gatherings everywhere and tours across the U.S. and internationally! Kristyn’s latest project is ‘Under the Western Skies’ starring Kristyn Harris and directed by Natalie Aramendia. Check out www.underthewesternskies.com for updates and future screening events near you. For upcoming show dates as well as Kristin’s music and merchandise, check out www.kristynharris.com Follow Kristyn Harris on Instagram @kristyn_harris Enjoy the Podcast!