Interview with New Jersey poet & publisher, Toh Bakelas.Mark Antony Rossi

Now that AI is upon them, humanity needs to weigh its deadly negative effects on freedom, art, and maybe life itself.Mark Antony Rossi

Another interview segment with editor, poet and writer Rosie Accola.Mark Antony Rossi

Wide ranging interview with California scientist, writer and musician, Elizabeth MathiasenMark Antony Rossi

A weighty, revelatory interview/discussion with Brooklyn-born writer, poet, playwright Bruno Rescigna.Mark Antony Rossi

topics include: the artist the state of mind vision quest what the world seesMark Antony Rossi

We interview Canadian magazine publisher (Halcyon Days), editor, and writer Monique Berry,Mark Antony Rossi

Again we produced a show detailing the most recent dark uses of language to hurt, deceive or destroy people. * suboptimal judgment * birthing person * chest feeding * non birthing parent * human milk * white fragility * familyMark Antony Rossi

A detailed interview with poet, composer and drama director Bruce Levine.Mark Antony Rossi

Is religious art -- sacred art? Are artists who exclusively create religious work -- sacred artists? Is sacred art really a version of propaganda? This and many questions about the nature of art, humans and religious are posed for review.Mark Antony Rossi

Stimulating conversation with author and academic SG Ellerhoff.Mark Antony Rossi

Another episode to share email comments about past shows and answer questions about getting a literary agent.Mark Antony Rossi

So much is caught up in Memory -- both Identity and Truth are major factors that pivot on what we remember. I talk about using 30-year-old journals to piece together the past for a painful book.Mark Antony Rossi

A majority of unhappiness stems from not taking responsibility for one's actions or inaction. We delve into impatience, insecurity, lack of faith, and the time we waste investing in people or places that cannot fulfill our lives.Mark Antony Rossi

Dr. Thomas Reed Willemain is a former academic, software entrepreneur, and intelligence officer. His flash fiction has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize and has appeared in Granfalloon (Canada), Hobart, and Burningword Literary Journal. He is the author of the memoir Working on the Dark Side of the Moon: Life Inside the National Security Agency…

A short show on a sci-fi cult favorite battlestar Galactica, the classic show and the more modern version.Mark Antony Rossi

In this special interview with chat with writer and guest editor of Granfalloon, Ralph Greco Jr.Mark Antony Rossi

Do we live as we sleep? Or is sleep a period of temporary "dying"? REM Dreams Cuiltural Intepretations Restore / Repair / ReprocessMark Antony Rossi

This morning we interview poet, writer, artist and musician (Cold Heaven) Mitchell Flanagan.Mark Antony Rossi

What words we choose to obey often have a negative effect on our thinking, our actions and maybe how we conduct ourselves in a so-called free society.Mark Antony Rossi

When overwhelming desire forces denial people become blind to the basic wrongs in front of their eyes and start believing a fraud. * weight * relationships * religion * politics * celebrityMark Antony Rossi

It's a real pleasure to welcome to the show, New Jersey-born poet, Michael Adubato who works for NATO and resides in Belgium. We chat about military life, world travel and his first poetry book "Missing the Exit"Mark Antony Rossi

One of the bigger struggles of life is finding happiness and keeping it. We talk about happiness and its connections to: Health Marriage Money Accomplishment Work LoveMark Antony Rossi

We explore reasonable assumptions and theories about alien life beyond earth. 1, Intro 2, Possibility of contact in the past 3, Possibility of contact in the present 4. What does contact meanMark Antony Rossi

The presence of pain in our lives can be a fountain of inspiration if we learn to accommodate or navigate its effect on our personality We talk about physical, emotional and psychological instances in the careers of Michelangelo, Munch, Degas, Matisse, Orwell, Klele, Goya and Kahlo.Mark Antony Rossi

What is a true hero in the modern context?? 1. The overused word--- hero 2. What is a real hero 3. Adapting heroic elements to make writing more authenticMark Antony Rossi

Another listener-driven show based on emails sent about episodes that sparked interest or debate.Mark Antony Rossi

Technology in the 21st century has done little to lessen fear and paranoia in society. 1. Corruption of Narrative 2,. Corruption of Government 3. When Truth is Not a Goal 4. Being Creative in a Dark WorldMark Antony Rossi

An incredibly educational interview with British/Singaporean writer, author, educator Eva Wong Nava topics include her two books: Open: A Boy's Wayang Adventure The House of Little Sisters (forthcoming Feb 2022) mental illness history universality of creative themesMark Antony Rossi

A detailed episode outlining Ariel Chart's priorities in writing in the 21st Century. 1. Literary Journal Online 2. Guidelines 3. Art Pics 4. Support of Artists 5. Editors 6. Final WordMark Antony Rossi

This episode lays out some of the expectations of agents regarding query letters, guidelines, sample chapters and books in general. 1. agents -- need 2. agents -- rules 3. agents -- reality 4. agents --- query 5. agents --- rejection 6. agents -- acceptanceMark Antony Rossi

Another wonderful interview segment. This time we have Pushcard Prize Fiction 2021 nominated writer Jennifer Brewer.Mark Antony Rossi

My personal story about Puerto Rico in my life.Mark Antony Rossi

On this episode we attempt to give a broader historic view of pandemics throughout the ages. Pro-facts. No politics. Just history and common sense.Mark Antony Rossi

Alexandra Goodwin is a novelist and poet who formerly lived in Argentina before prejudice and political upheaval made it necessary to emigrate to America. Her story of life, literature, and courage is a shining example for young women, especially, to learn and gain inspiration.Mark Antony Rossi

An introduction to the history, usage, and philosophy of UAV's, unmanned aerial vehicles -- drones.Mark Antony Rossi

First mail show focusing on the Mindspeak episodes Afghanistan Taiwan India Anti Semitism The Italian Character in American CinemaMark Antony Rossi

Tonight we examine fantasy writer / Christian populizer / Irish gentleman, C.S. Lewis Beginnings Space Trilogy WW 1 Family Pact Chronicles of Narnia WW 2 -- Broadcasts Mere Christianity Surprised by Joy Late Life Marriage Death of Wife Non-Linear Path to HappinessMark Antony Rossi

This episode delves into the modern reality of India as as global power in democracy, cultural diversity and bulwark against Chinese aggression in the South China Sea.Mark Antony Rossi

A brief overview of good and bad messages sent by Italian characters in American cinema. In this episode they talk about: stereotypes mobsters boxers Jake LaMotta Rocky Robert De Niro The God Father Goodfellas Francis Ford CoppolaMark Antony Rossi

In this global Mindspeak episode we will bring to light the serious increase in antisemitism in the world: United States France Belgium Hungary Poland CanadaMark Antony Rossi

Fascinating interview with Florida-based writer/poet/educator, Nicole Bird.Mark Antony Rossi

A serious talk about the dangers of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan and what that will mean for the South China Sea and beyond.Mark Antony Rossi

This episode is on the phenomena called Dune. Its a book, a saga, a movie, a cable treatment, another movie, comic books, action figures, Facebook discussion groups, you name it. Intro Dune Book 1984 Dune Movie 2000 Cable Dune & Children of Dune Philosophy of Dune Vs Star Trek 2021 Dune Movie Script Issues, Casting Issues, Etc.…

First episode of Mindspeak is a historical and current view of Afghanistan various tribes / history of division buddhist & hindu beginnings alexander the great intro to islam russian invasion taliban / al queda american occupation american withdrawalMark Antony Rossi

In the final of the lengthier literary episodes I make comment on goals, dreams, plans, work ethic and what we care about most.Mark Antony Rossi

The subjects of shame and guilt are reviewed in this episode to examine how artists living a dishonest life can produce honest art. Personal Artistic Final Word Edgar Allan Poe Stephen Crane Herman MelvilleMark Antony Rossi

Heather Cooke. Canadian writer, wrote the essay "Leaving Us: In Loving Memory of Aaron" and the life and premature death of her only son, Aaron. Leaving Us remained #1 on the Top Reader list for Ariel Chart and became is most read nonfiction published work in the history of the journal. May this interview give us strength and courage in the darkest…

In this episode we will examine forms of PTSD, events and triggers and possible therapies. We will also share some stories of everyday people dealing with trauma and what they did to overcome.Mark Antony Rossi

Another wonderful podcast of inspired listeners asking questions about various shows and topics. Featured are questions on Doubt, Faith and the History of Writing.Mark Antony Rossi