Matt Rodbard — author of 'Koreaworld' and bestselling 'Koreatown' and host of the TASTE podcast — and Craig discuss Craig's newest book and the process behind its creation. The conversation delves into Mod's writing 'journey,' which involved extensive walking through Japan, creating pop-up newsletters, and eventually publishing with Random House. They explore topics such as the impact of COVID-19 on Mod's projects, the nuances of Japanese café culture (Kissa), and the sociocultural aspects of walking in rural Japan. The discussion also touches on the importance of maintaining creative autonomy, the intense yet rewarding process of self-imposed deadlines, and the evolving landscape of photography. Audience questions highlight the changing socio-economic dynamics in Japan and the benefits of having a structured writing schedule.

Guest Links:

• Matt Rodbard: https://www.mattrodbard.com/

• Koreaworld: https://www.amazon.com/Koreaworld-Cookbook-Deuki-Hong/dp/0593235940?tag=cramod-20

• Koreatown: https://www.amazon.com/Koreatown-Cookbook-Deuki-Hong/dp/0804186138?tag=cramod-20

Find Craig online at: https://craigmod.com

And pick up a copy of "Things Become Other Things":

• Amazon: https://amzn.to/3z1CjSt

• Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/things-become-other-things-a-memoir-craig-mod/21707235?ean=9780593732540

• Apple Books: https://books.apple.com/us/book/things-become-other-things/id6618121918

• Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/things-become-other-things-craig-mod/1146138224?ean=9780593732540