Monthly Archives: March 2023

Episode 44 – How Many Threads Are Hidden in the World of Intelligence – Alma Katsu Red London



How many threads are hidden in the world of intelligence.  In this installment of the podcast, Larry has an insightful conversation with the author of Red London, Alma Katsu.  Larry inquires about Alma’s past employment working in the shadow world of United States intelligence gathering, how the war in Ukraine effected her creative process mid stream and the challenge of “self isolation” when writing.  Larry ponders whether there will be further works entitled “Red Moscow” or “Red Square” and if the character Lindsey Duncan could be an interesting character in a movie or television adaptation.  Taking the topic of the book and speculating about current events, Alma and Larry discuss oligarchs and who really controls modern Russa and what role is China attempting to play in the mix.  Larry explores the world of NDAs and how Alma’s role in her previous profession effects  the publishing of her fictional works.

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Episode 43: How many threads connect the residents to a building? Author Jenni Fagan



How many threads connect the residents to a building? In this episode, Larry chats with author Jenni Fagan to discuss her latest book Luckenbooth. Jenny describes her life growing up in the Scottish foster care system, the empowerment writing gave her when she didn’t have a voice and how switching between homes gave her a unique perspective on people. Then she delves into Luckenbooth, illustrating how physical buildings stand witness to the stories of the people who live in them. Afterwards, Larry shares his thoughts about how issues like wearing or not wearing masks hints to a larger, more dangerous, political divide.

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