The National Writers Series Podcast

Critically acclaimed author Jodi Picoult spends this episode in conversation with Detroit News columnist Neal Rubin about her writing process and experience. The conversation starts with Neal asking her when she knew writing would work out as a career. Picoult also talks about what it's like to reach #1 on the bestseller list (more than once) compared to simply writing in her attic for many years. Picoult also discusses her works, one including a newer release, A Spark of Light. This conversation took place 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.