This episode marked the beginning of Northwest Writers Bench.

For the first conversation, Yasq interviewed her podcast partner Atmos4, a Pacific Northwest writer with over 15 years of experience. The episode explored his origins, name evolution, local influences, and how PNW style shaped both his letters and mindset over time.

They talked paint, caps, surfaces, and process, but more importantly, they talked growth. How creativity shifts with life, the difference between painting alone versus with others, lessons learned over the years, and why finishing the outline is still the most satisfying moment.

Recorded casually and without performance, this episode set the tone for the podcast: honest conversations, respect for the culture, and the stories behind the work.

Thank you everything for everything.