Atlanta Hawks play-by-play legend Bob Rathbun talks about treating every game like a “final exam,” finding the story and riding the rhythm of a 48-minute game, on-air chemistry with Dominique Wilkins, lessons from small-town radio, voice craft (the piano trick!), early breaks with Marty Brennaman, why fans remember stories more than stats, Lenny Wilkens’ 20-game rule, and why he’s bullish on this Hawks roster. Follow Bob Rathbun: BobRathbun.com Bob Rathbun on X (Twitter) Bob Rathbun on Instagram Bob Rathbun on LinkedIn Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Bob Rathbun Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author Hope Ann talks about growing up in a large family with eight younger siblings, her early love for The Chronicles of Narnia, her late entry into fantasy storytelling, how her imaginative childhood shaped her creativity, her experience coordinating volunteers at Realm Makers, her favorite seasons of Doctor Who, and the significance of preparing both practically and spiritually for a hopeful future. Check out the Kickstarter for Hope's new book, Unbanded! Follow Hope Ann: AuthorHopeAnn.com Sign up for her newsletter Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook You can also find me at clinthall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Hope Ann Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Josiah DeGraaf, fantasy author and Program Director of the Young Writers Workshop, shares how growing up homeschooled as the oldest of nine shaped his creativity, why constraints and a supportive community help creatives thrive; his journey from teaching high school English to helping young writers, and what fiction writers can borrow from classical rhetoric and reader-first marketing to serve readers with stories of hope. Buy A Study of Shattered Spells now! Follow Josiah DeGraaf: JosiahDeGraaf.com Josiah DeGraaf on Instagram Josiah DeGraaf on Facebook Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook ClintHall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Josiah DeGraaf Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Claudia Martinez, acclaimed pastry chef and founder of the upcoming dessert and cocktail bar Bar Ana, shares her journey from line cook to pastry chef, how she discovered her creative voice through plating and experimentation, and what she learned staging in Sweden under world-renowned chef David Vidal. She also reflects on the highs and lows of restaurant culture, why community and hospitality matter more than ego, and how perseverance fuels her dream of creating a space where desserts, drinks, and connection come together. Also, Clint tries (and fails) to win an argument with a friend about cookies. Follow Claudia V. Martinez: ClaudiaVMartinez.com Claudia V. Martinez on Instagram Bar ANA on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook ClintHall.com Host: Clint Hall Guest: Claudia V. Martinez Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
I'm the guest! Because my debut novel releases on November 7th, this episode is about my publishing journey, agent experiences, the importance of relationships, and my debut sci-fi novel, Steal Fire From The Gods. Special guest host: Tyra Burton! Steal Fire From The Gods releases on November 7th from Enclave Publishing/Oasis Family Media. Buy it now on: Amazon Barnes and Noble Audible Everywhere else Because Tyra is a marketing expert, she makes it easy to find her. Simply go to TyraBurton.com. Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Tyra Burton Guest: Clint Hall Producers: Clint Hall, Hector Arocho Music: Milton Gardner
Happy Halloween! In this special bonus episode, filmmakers Brett Brooks and Jason M. Sheedy talk about how they started making movies together, why they love short film festivals, the process of creating their feature horror film (Patient) and their new "midnight madness" comedy horror short, The Mages of Rage and the Desecration of the House of Mimicry. Check out the trailer for The Mages of Rage and The Desecration of the House of Mimcry [Mature Content] Follow Jason M. Sheedy: Jason M. Sheedy website Jason M. Sheedy on Instagram Follow Brett Brooks: Brett Brooks website Brett Brooks on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guests: Brett Brooks, Jason M. Sheedy Producer: Clint Hall
Composer Sherri Chung talks about making music that feels personal while also fitting the story, collaborating with showrunners and filmmakers, her path to a career in music, separating work from self-worth, how she's paying it forward, and the music she created for Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai (Max), Based On A True Story (Peacock), Happiness For Beginners (Netflix), Kung Fu (The CW), and more. Listen to Sherri Chung's music on Apple Music and Spotify! Find Sherri Chung: Sherri Chung Website Sherri Chung on Instagram Sherri Chung on Twitter Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Sherri Chung Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author Gillian Bronte Adams joins the podcast to talk about rewriting the ending of The Hobbit as a kid, her connection with horses, why she originally shelved her idea for The Fireborn Epic, and her newest book “Of Sea and Smoke,” which releases on Nov 21st. Buy Gillian’s new book, Of Sea and Smoke Find Gillian Bronte Adams: Gillian Bronte Adams Website Gillian Bronte Adams on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Gillian Bronte Adams Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Max Brooks is on the podcast! In this episode, we talk about balancing family with a career in the arts, the importance of marketing your work correctly, modern education, the need for creative problem-solving, how the creativity community should view AI, the magic of the unexpected, and his new book, Minecraft: The Village. Buy Minecraft: The Village now! Find Max Brooks: Max Brooks Website Max Brooks on Twitter Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Max Brooks Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author L.E. Richmond joins the podcast to talk about growing up in a creative family, writing her first book at her day job, why she chose to write fantasy, how creativity is essential, and her new YA fantasy novel, The Mermaid’s Tale. Buy The Mermaid's Tale now! Find L.E. Richmond: L.E. Richmond Website (sign up for her newsletter!) L.E. Richmond on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: L.E. Richmond Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Jamie Foley talks about her role as Creative Director at Enclave Publishing, how she started working in the publishing industry, map making, getting chased down by Steve Laube at a writers conference, and her new brand for indie publishers, Fayette Press. Guest co-host: Andrew Swearingen! Find Jamie: Fayette Press website Jamie Foley's website Jamie Foley on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Hosts: Clint Hall, Andrew Swearingen Guest: Jamie Foley Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author Katherine Briggs joins to podcast to discuss how repressing your creativity can affect yourself and the people around you, dealing with rejections, why she’s torn on critique groups, navigating the moment in which she thought her book was irreparable, and the journey to her debut novel, The Eternity Gate. Also, I share a special announcement about an upcoming event! Find Katherine: Katherine Briggs Website (sign up for her newsletter!) Katherine Briggs on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Katherine Briggs Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author, professor, podcaster, and social media muse Tyra Burton talks about why podcasters (like me) should be doing more video, how she started writing fan fiction, the challenges of being a creative with a tender heart, social media advice, and why Dragon Con is such an amazing con! Because Tyra is a marketing expert, she makes it easy to find her. Simply go to TyraBurton.com. Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Tyra Burton Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Apprentice Tattooer Gavin Davis joins the podcast to talk about the process of becoming an apprentice, the unique bond between a tattoo artist and a client, why the community is so protective, and how the art form is evolving. Follow Gavin Davis: Gavin Davis on Instagram Victory Tattoo Co (the shop where Gavin works) on Instagram Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Gavin Davis Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Author Rachelle Nelson joins the podcast to talk about the benefits of homeschooling and how the experience has changed, writing fan fiction in high school, her band Nelson at the Helm, the value of sharing your creative journey with other people, and her new novel, Sky of Seven Colors. Order Sky of Seven Colors now! Listen to Rachelle's band, Nelson at the Helm And here's her husband's former band, A Rotterdam November Follow Rachelle Nelson: Rachelle Nelson on Instagram Rachelle Nelson's website Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Threads Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Rachelle Nelson Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Hair, makeup, and wig designer J. Jared Janas joins the podcast to discuss the importance of finding community, how he got his start as a volunteer, balancing a day job while pursuing your passion, the mentors who helped him along the way, why he believes in openly sharing information about his profession, and how he went from being a mathematician to a highly sought-after Broadway talent. Follow J. Jared Janas: J. Jared Janas on Instagram Backstage Artistry Website Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Threads Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: J. Jared Janas Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
In this short special episode, Clint walks the floor at Realm Makers to ask people what they're excited about during the event and what advice they have for other authors at the conference. Special appearances by my podcast rival and lots of people from Enclave Publishing! Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Threads Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Lots of wonderful people Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Tangelene Bolton joins the podcast to discuss storytelling through music, the importance of protecting your passions, and her journey to becoming the composer for movies and TV series including Let's Be Tigers (Disney), Warrior Nun: Season 2 (Netflix), Awkwafina is Nora From Queens (Max), Unseen (Blumhouse), and more. Listen to Tangelene's music on: Apple Music Spotify Follow Tangelene Bolton: Tangelene Bolton on Instagram Tangelene Bolton on Threads Follow Clint Hall: Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Threads Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Tangelene Bolton Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
My podcast rival (just kidding) and author JJ Johnson talks about his approach writing fiction that boys love to read, his strategies for getting the book in front of teachers and librarians, and his award-winning novels, Iggy and Oz. Check out JJ's Kickstarter for Iggy & Oz: The Great Ice Cream Truck Heist Listen to me talking about the 1986 animated Transformers movie on JJ's podcast, Geeky Dads Talk About Geeky Things Buy the Iggy & Oz series! Follow JJ Johnson JJ Johnson website Geeky Dad's Talk About Geeky Things JJ Johnson on Instagram JJ Johnson on Twitter Follow Clint Hall Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: JJ Johnson Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner
Songwriter, producer, composer, and instrumentalist Derek Mount joins the podcast to talk about playing with Family Force 5, changes he's seen in the music industry during his career, the formation of his Man Night Music record label (and his many projects under that umbrella), the importance of perspective and gratitude, and how he got started producing music for film, TV, video games, and more. Links mentioned during the episode: Man Night Music Linktr.ee Derek Mount on Instagram Join Derek's Mailing List Here's Clint playing a drum/bass cover of Hysteria by Muse Follow Clint Hall Clint Hall on Instagram Clint Hall on Facebook Clint Hall on Twitter You can also find me at clinthall.com. Host: Clint Hall Guest: Derek Mount Producer: Clint Hall Music: Milton Gardner