Margaret Atwood is the author of over 40 books spanning many genres, including poetry, essays, and fiction. Her books include “Hag-Seed,” which is a retelling of Shakespeare’s play “The Tempest” and a graphic novel called “Angel Catbird” featuring a cat-bird superhero. Her most famous work is "The Handmaid's Tale," which was adapted into an award-winning TV series in 2016 by Hulu.  

In this episode of the NWS Podcast, Margaret Atwood joins guest host Doug Stanton. She starts this evening's discussion by talking more about how she came to write “Angel Catbird.” This event was recorded at the Traverse City Opera House in October 2016.

On this episode of the NWS podcast, author and avid LGBTQ+ advocate Chasten Buttigieg talks with writer and acupuncturist Elon Cameron about his experience living in Traverse City, Michigan. Though he holds love for his hometown, he reflects on the many issues and fears he faced with being gay and growing up. 

Now married to former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, he has released his own memoir, "I Have Something to Tell You," where he discusses his personal life experiences and the journey of being on a political campaign with his husband. 

During this virtual NWS event, Chasten reflects and discusses his intention with spreading mental health awareness along with many other subjects. The second half of the program features a conversation with Christopher Haugh and Jordan Blashek. This event took place on  September 10, 2020.