In this episode, writer and boxer Mark Connor joins me to talk about his debut memoir and poetry collection, It’s About Time (Millions of Copies Sold for Dad) — a heartfelt work inspired by powerful life experiences and the impact of his father's death. We explore the threads of family, heritage, Catholic faith, love, and the raw humanity that runs through his verse. Mark opens up about his journey from the boxing ring to the written page and back, the urgency to share his work before it was too late, and why human connection will always be worth fighting for.

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Grief isn’t always about tears — sometimes it’s about relief, confusion, or the awkward silence that follows when no one wants to say, “She wasn’t a good person.”

In this candid episode, Travis and Katherine talk about the death of Kat's mother — a woman whose legacy includes abuse, manipulation, and emotional wreckage. Together, they unpack what it means to mourn someone you don’t miss, how to navigate complicated grief, and why “family” isn’t always sacred.

It’s a raw conversation — at times heavy, at times darkly funny — about survival, healing, and saying goodbye without pretending it was all okay.

Join me for a rich and heartfelt conversation with my friend Justin Wiggins as we explore the world of poetry—both our own and the work of literary giants.

In this episode, we reflect on our recently published poems in Poetica and dive into the influences that have shaped our voices. From the transcendental cadences of Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman to the mythic depths of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, and the raw confessional power of Sylvia Plath and Anne Sexton, we unpack what poetry means to us—and why it still matters.

Whether you're a fellow poet, an avid reader, or someone curious about the creative process, we invite you to sit in on this candid, thoughtful exchange between friends and writers.

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In this episode of the Describe Your World Podcast, I discuss with Cathy Muth the origins of O.R. Colan Associates, specifically, the ways in which ORC shaped her as a person. We explore the early days of the company - Cathy shares personal anecdotes which highlight key moments that helped make ORC successful.

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In this episode of the Describe Your World Podcast, I discuss the human experience with Chance. We briefly discuss Hegel, Kant, experience, adaptation, God, and morality. Chance provides insight into his childhood and touches several topics within the realm of philosophy, bridging the gap between two very different people, total strangers who met online.

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In this episode of the Describe Your World Podcast, my friend (and once college professor) Betsy Dendy and I discuss the value of literature, the poetry of Emily Dickinson, the importance of narrative voice, and gender studies. Betsy communicates her passion for sharing literature with students, rehashes the Dickinson vs. Whitman conversation, and ponders the way modernity has affected our approach to documenting the human experience.  

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In this episode of the Describe Your World podcast, my friend Brandy and I discuss humble origins in North Carolina, the awkward development of friendship, accounting, and being good Christians. Brandy and I contemplate the things that make people different from one another, ways to be inclusive while maintaining our core values, and the dangers of individualistic and interpretive Christianity. We conclude with a brief chat about Super Bowl (2023) storylines.  

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In this episode of the Describe Your World podcast, I talk with my sister-in-law Jackie about a number of topics, mainly focusing on the experience of marriage and parenthood. Jackie opens up about her divorce/co-parenting, rediscovering love, and the joys and pains of being a mother.  

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In this episode of the Describe Your World Podcast, I talk with Tiffany Santizo from Queen City Ghosts about all things paranormal! Tiffany discusses her early life in a haunted home, the transition from California to North Carolina, and the most fascinating moments from tours and investigations. We ponder different types of haunts, general interest in the paranormal, and the afterlife.  

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