Monthly Archives: February 2025

Episode 96 – How many loose threads can alter the outcome? Authors Steve Stratton and K.T. Nguyen



How many loose threads can alter the outcome? In this week’s episode of The Artful Periscope, Larry welcomes Steve Stratton, author of Caribbean Harvest, to discuss the origins of his Shadow Tier series, inspired by real- world cartel violence. Stratton explores themes of justice, revenge, and morality, weaving in his military experience and deep knowledge of intelligence operations. He shares insights on crafting multidimensional
characters, including protagonist Lance Bear Wolf, and balancing action with emotional depth. Larry and Steve also delve into some current events including the pardoning of the January 6th rioters, the increasingly removal of oversight in the Trump administration and the how to still make The United States welcome in immigrants in the face of Trump’s policies.

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After the break, Larry sits down with K.T. Nguyen, author of You Know What You Did, who delivers a powerful reflection on the history and role of public libraries in democracy, literacy, and community-building. As this podcast nears the end of its tenure at its longtime recording home in the Sachem Public Library, Larry reflects on the impact of nearly 200 author interviews and the hope of finding a new space to continue shining a light on storytelling.


Episode 95 – How Many Threads Take Us On An Unexpected Journey? – Authors Joseph Finder and Anthony Gedell



How many threads take us on an unexpected journey? In this week’s episode of The
Artful Periscope, Larry Davidson sits down with bestselling author Joseph Finder about
his latest thriller, The Oligarch’s Daughter. They explore the layered dynamics of power,
family, and deception, how to weave settings like luxurious yachts and shadowy forests
into a gripping narrative, and the current state of American politics. Joseph also shares
his insights on crafting morally complex characters and the interplay of CIA and FBI
rivalries.

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After the break, Larry welcomes debut author Anthony Gedell to discuss Love
Lies in the Throes of Rhetoric, a philosophical exploration of human struggles and
grace. Gedell shares his jazz-inspired approach to writing and critiques modern
literature for lacking depth, presenting storytelling as a profound, almost spiritual, act.
They also discuss John Steinbeck and Larry shares a brief announcement about the
future of the podcast.

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