Best William R. Hincy Podcasts (2024)

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Poetry Jam on the Porch - poets Larry Felson and Joe Smith 1:06:43

13d ago1:06:43

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While vacationing in Fort Bragg, California, I stumbled into a local indie bookstore and bought a book from their "local author spotlight" section. After the owner mentioned what a great reader its author was, a Mr. Joe Smith, I left my information in the off chance Joe would ever like to come on the show. Well, I got two poets for one! Join me in …

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Pot lucks, swinging, writing collabs, and royal mystery - author Keir Graff 2:26:56

24d ago2:26:56

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What do pot lucks, swinging, and writing collaboration have in common? The answer: WRITERS DRINKING WHISKEY. Join author, editor and hilarious gentleman Keir Graff and I as we discuss failure, the power of persistence, how swingers can bring (writers) together, and the new book THE ROYAL GAME, written under the Linda Keir pen name. Keir also provid…

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Author Michael Branch - On the Trail of the Jackalope 2:25:29

2M ago2:25:29

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"If Thoreau drank more whiskey and lived in the desert, he'd write like this." And thus, Writers Drinking Whiskey presents author, humorist, father, desert rat, and blues harmonicaist Michael Branch. On tap, we've got a Nevada Manhattan recipe, tale of a drunk Mary Kay lady, an important public safety announcement on what to do if approached by the…

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Mystery, architecture, and fiction writing - authors SJ Rozan & William R. Hincy 1:22:01

2M ago1:22:01

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What do police stations, firehouses, and zoo have in common? Join bestselling author and Edgar Allen Poe Award-Winner SJ Rozan for a glass of vodka and a wide-ranging chat on your work, her travels, her time as an architect, and her books, The Murder of Mr. Ma and Mayors of New York. Oh, and she reads one of the most fantastic fight scenes you'll e…

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Boyhood, stalled males, and the wonder & beauty of late life - author Richard Hawley 1:35:51

3M ago1:35:51

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Boyhood, stalled males, and the wonder and beauty of late life. Join award-winning author and whiskey-drinking host William R. Hincy in his poignant, life-affirming chat with Richard Hawley, writer of the ON MY WAY OUT series. Chapters: 00:00:00 Start 00:00:20 Introducing author Richard Hawley 00:02:26 Whiskey Time! 00:05:55 Hawley's author journey…

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Destined to Do Stupid Stuff: poetry, writing tips, and laughter - poet Ray McManus 2:00:18

4M ago2:00:18

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Talking poetry, life, and "doin' stupid stuff" with award-winning poet Ray McManus. For video, check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3AUnnPyBhSg Links: William R. Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ William R. Hincy’s website: https://williamrhincy.com/ Ray's website: https://www.raymcmanuspoetry.com/…

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Bestselling thriller author STEPHEN HUNTER discusses his latest novel 1:39:42

5M ago1:39:42

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Bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Stephen Hunter discusses his latest book, FRONT SIGHT: THREE SWAGGER NOVELAS. We also discuss how film has changed through the years, what it was like to have on of his books adapted into the movie SHOOTER with Mark Wahlberg (as well as a TV series), and his time in the military. And we're callin…

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The Montana State Constitution, muckraking, and the novel The Smoke in Our Eyes - Author James Grady 2:04:47

5M ago2:04:47

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Stopping by the whiskey bar is the only author with the distinction of being compared to Bob Dylan and George Orwell, with his latest book being likened to To Kill a Mockingbird, award-winner James Grady. Best known for his novel SIX DAYS OF THE CONDOR, which was famously adapted to film as THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR starring Robert Redford and direc…

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The Art of the Short Story - author T.D. Johnston 2:21:11

6M ago2:21:11

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Welcome to the first episode of Writers Drinking whiskey, the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR. In this episode our host William R. Hincy shares a drink with award-winning writer T.D. Johnston, author of Friday Afternoon and Reciprocity (among others). We had such a great time chatting we had to break our conv…

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We Sleepwalked into Hell - thriller author/editor Dario Ciriello 49:59

6M ago49:59

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Welcome to Writers Drinking whiskey, the show where authors air their grievances, indulge in guilty pleasures, and disprove the notion that writers are problem drinking by…well…drinking. In this episode, host William R. Hincy shares a drink with writer and editor extraordinaire Dario Ciriello, author of Aegean Dream, Sutherland’s Rules, and Black E…

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Writing is Compassion - author/poet Mathieu Cailler 59:57

6M ago59:57

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Welcome to another episode of Writers Drinking whiskey, the show where authors ponder their metaphysical insignificance while sharing a pint (or four). Think Booktube and Booktok, but with engaging, in-depth, and happily irreverent conversations with some of today's most interesting authors. Add a heavy pour of comradery, a dash of laughter, and a …

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Erotic Astrophysics - Transgressive Fiction Author Ioanna Arka 1:07:29

6M ago1:07:29

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Welcome to the Writers Drinking whiskey! In this episode, host William R. Hincy shares a drink with writer and astrophysicist Ioanna Arka, author of A Natural, Switch, and Until We Meet in Denver (among others). Find out the correct pronunciation of Ioanna, hear about Bavaria and what you should do on a visit, learn about Ioanna’s struggles with AD…

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Three Short Stories - Three Award-Winning Authors 47:59

6M ago47:59

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The bar at Writers Drinking Whiskey is serving triple shots: 3 stories from award-winning authors as featured on the show. There are no cocktail recipes, travel advice, gripes, or life hacks today, just raw, emotional, and sometimes funny short fictions read by their authors. Cheers! For more from William R. Hincy, visit: https://williamrhincy.com/…

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The Child was Pure Evil - fantasy author Janice Hardy 59:52

6M ago59:52

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Welcome to the sixth episode of Writers Drinking whiskey, your literary happy hour and the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next author… along with cocktail recipes, travel advice, life hacks, and a healthy dose of comradery. In this episode, host William R. Hincy shares a drink with award-winning author Janice Hardy. In …

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Undercover with Anarchists - author and former undercover FBI agent Dana Ridenour 1:18:05

6M ago1:18:05

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Welcome to Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where we share a drink with vital authors from around the globe and you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR. In this episode, host William R. Hincy shares some rum punch and old fashioneds with former FBI agent turned writer Dana Ridenour. Hear about Dana’s time undercover with anar…

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Suffocated by the Past - creative nonfiction with author Daniel Cross Turner 1:25:24

6M ago1:25:24

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On tap this episode, we have the “Clockwork Orange” whiskey sour, the “Dark and Calm-y”, a dash of writing advice, and an author interview and reading of the creative non-fiction short “Dog Tags” by Daniel Cross Turner. For an unabridged version of the show and more of Daniel’s work, check out my website at WilliamRHincy.com. Links: DCT Facebook Au…

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Not Exactly Rocket Scientists - short stories made long with author John MacIlroy 1:37:41

6M ago1:37:41

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Welcome to Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you share a drink with writers from around the globe and you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR. Hosted by award-winnning author William R. Hincy, our literary happy hour today features short story writer John Macilroy, author of WHATEVER HAPPENS, PROBABLY WILL. Mac shares th…

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The Vice of Fools - author and schoolteacher Jim Kearney 55:14

6M ago55:14

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Retired schoolteacher, author, and self-confessed man who "doesn't make good decisions" Jim Kearney joins host William R. Hincy to discuss his travels, writing, and encounters with the afterlife! Just in time for Halloween! Join us for some whiskey and hear Jim read his short story "The Never-Failing Vice of Fools." For the video version, go to You…

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I Thought I'd Been Kidnapped - traveling solo with author Donna Keel Armer 1:02:59

6M ago1:02:59

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Your literary happy hour features author Donna Keel Armer. We discuss her solo travels to Italy, which inspired her book SOLO IN SALENTO, and we get into her misadventures, travel mindset, and writing inspiration. Oh, and you'll get a great Capri Spritz recipe and a readings from both SOLO and her new mystery book, THE RED STARFISH. For the video v…

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Rooting for the Villain - actor/director/producer/AUTHOR Eriq La Salle 1:42:07

6M ago1:42:07

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Actor, director, producer, and award-winning AUTHOR Eriq La Salle drops by the Writers Drinking Whiskey bar to discuss the making of his crime thriller series, the Martyr Makers. From crafting flawed, deeply human characters to why Eriq likens his writing style to an "economy of movement," we cover the gambit. And Eriq gives not one, but TWO readin…

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Writers, Witches, Whiskey, and Tomfoolery! 1:37:53

6M ago1:37:53

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Happy Halloween! On this episode, we discuss author Michael A. Kozlowski’s new book, AMERICAN GHOST STORIES, and he reads the "Minnie Quay" story based on his mother’s encounter with the haunt. We also discuss who would win between Freddie and Jason (“hit” movie not withstanding), if WRH’s doll is haunted, and Michael’s horror novels. And the “Magi…

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A Woodstock of Frog Love - internal landscapes with author John Lane 1:16:02

6M ago1:16:02

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Join us as we explore the "internal landscapes" of author John Lane's life and writing. For any lovers of "nature writing" or "eco-writing" as it's often called today, you won't want to miss this illuminating conversation. And we get THREE readings from John's work, including an excerpt from his book on hawks that spurred the title of this episode:…

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Life is the In-Between - author and bohemian Jesse Darnay 1:02:32

6M ago1:02:32

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Welcome to your literary happy hour Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you share a drink with writers from around the globe and you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR. Hosted by award-winning author William R. Hincy, the show takes booktube, authortube and booktok to another level with engaging, in-depth, and merrily irr…

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A Magical Time Called Later - author Gabi Lorino 59:10

6M ago59:10

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Welcome to your literary happy hour Writers Drinking Whiskey, the show where you share a drink with writers from around the globe and you find more than your next read: you find your next AUTHOR. Hosted by award-winning author William R. Hincy, the show takes booktube, authortube and booktok to another level with engaging, in-depth, and merrily irr…

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Writers Drinking Whiskey Christmas Extravaganza - multi-award-winning author and host William R. Hincy 1:05:03

6M ago1:05:03

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Your literary happy hour is hosting a Christmas special! Join an award-winning ensemble of authors as we discuss writing life, the writing process, and read our work. And for the first time anywhere, host William R. Hincy reads "A Fire for Christmas" from his satirical anthology of short stories of the same title, winner of three major book awards.…

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A Savagely Good Time - crime fiction with author Kali White 1:00:30

6M ago1:00:30

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Ready for a "savagely" good time? You're in luck! Award-winning author (and gracious tipper) Kali White stops by the bar to discuss her latest book and the real-life origins of her crime fiction. Cheers! For the video version of this episode, check-out YouTube: https://youtu.be/jm1udB6lQ2c Links: For an ads-free version and loads of other free cont…

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Neopagan Fantasy in the Pole Barn - author D.C. McElroy 2:28:00

6M ago2:28:00

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Welcome to Writers Drinking whiskey, the show where you find more than your next read: you find your next author… along with cocktail recipes, travel advice, life hacks, and a healthy dose of comradery. In this episode our host William R. Hincy shares a drink with author Dan Conover, who writes under the pseudonym D.C. McElroy. We had such a great …

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Poetry Jam on the Porch - poets Larry Felson and Joe Smith 1:06:43

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Pot lucks, swinging, writing collabs, and royal mystery - author Keir Graff 2:26:56

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Author Michael Branch - On the Trail of the Jackalope 2:25:29

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Mystery, architecture, and fiction writing - authors SJ Rozan & William R. Hincy 1:22:01

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Boyhood, stalled males, and the wonder & beauty of late life - author Richard Hawley 1:35:51

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Destined to Do Stupid Stuff: poetry, writing tips, and laughter - poet Ray McManus 2:00:18

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Bestselling thriller author STEPHEN HUNTER discusses his latest novel 1:39:42

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The Montana State Constitution, muckraking, and the novel The Smoke in Our Eyes - Author James Grady 2:04:47

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The Art of the Short Story - author T.D. Johnston 2:21:11

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We Sleepwalked into Hell - thriller author/editor Dario Ciriello 49:59

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Writing is Compassion - author/poet Mathieu Cailler 59:57

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Erotic Astrophysics - Transgressive Fiction Author Ioanna Arka 1:07:29

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Three Short Stories - Three Award-Winning Authors 47:59

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The Child was Pure Evil - fantasy author Janice Hardy 59:52

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Undercover with Anarchists - author and former undercover FBI agent Dana Ridenour 1:18:05

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Suffocated by the Past - creative nonfiction with author Daniel Cross Turner 1:25:24

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Not Exactly Rocket Scientists - short stories made long with author John MacIlroy 1:37:41

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The Vice of Fools - author and schoolteacher Jim Kearney 55:14

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I Thought I'd Been Kidnapped - traveling solo with author Donna Keel Armer 1:02:59

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Rooting for the Villain - actor/director/producer/AUTHOR Eriq La Salle 1:42:07

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Writers, Witches, Whiskey, and Tomfoolery! 1:37:53

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A Woodstock of Frog Love - internal landscapes with author John Lane 1:16:02

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Life is the In-Between - author and bohemian Jesse Darnay 1:02:32

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A Magical Time Called Later - author Gabi Lorino 59:10

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Writers Drinking Whiskey Christmas Extravaganza - multi-award-winning author and host William R. Hincy 1:05:03

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A Savagely Good Time - crime fiction with author Kali White 1:00:30

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Neopagan Fantasy in the Pole Barn - author D.C. McElroy 2:28:00

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