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Spirit Talk Show - Bedtime Stories for Grown Ups

Spirit Talk Show is a storytelling podcast built on genuine human connection. Each episode features meaningful conversations, live cold readings, and shared creativity with remarkable guests. Stories unfold naturally—sometimes eerie, sometimes funny, sometimes deeply moving—through personal memories, original works, and AI-assisted storytelling. Every episode honors real voices, lived experiences, and the power of being fully present. Spirit Talk Show is a space where stories are shared, voices

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00:33:56

S5-EP16: Publishing Without Losing Your Soul —...

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2025/10/15

In this episode, Doyle welcomes publishing veteran Michelle DeFilippo, founder of 1106 Design, for a candid conversation about how authors can publish like pros—without signing away their rights, royalties, or creative control.With over 50 years in the book world and more than 4,000 author projects under her belt, Michelle pulls back the curtain on the myths, scams, and marketing half-truths that plague new authors. She explains the three main publishing paths—traditional, hybrid, and true

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00:47:37

S5-EP15: Epic Worlds, Human Hearts: J.F. Monroe on...

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2025/10/08

In this captivating episode of Spirit Talk Show, Doyle and producer Howie welcome fantasy author J.F. Monroe, the creative force behind The Legacy of Four trilogy—a sweeping saga where humans, angels, and demons live under a fragile peace guarded by the Four Horsemen. Monroe’s worlds are rich with myth and magic, but it’s her emotional honesty and deeply human characters that keep readers turning pages long after midnight.We talk about the emotional core of epic fantasy, the power of resilience, and

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00:56:20

S5-EP14: All Mixed Up: Jaycee Cames on Poetry, Music,...

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2025/10/01

Doyle sits down with Jaycee Cames—poet, visionary, and the creative force behind The Ghost Singers. From his acclaimed poetry collection Urban Rhythm and Rhyme: Poetry for the Next Generation to his genre-bending debut album All Mixed Up, Jaycee transforms grief, resilience, and joy into art that refuses to be confined.In this episode, Jaycee opens up about:Growing up in North Hollywood amid challenges that shaped his creative pathHow poetry became both survival and liberationThe birth of The Ghost

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00:44:19

S5-EP13: Badge to Book: The Mountain Mysteries of...

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2025/09/24

In this compelling episode of Spirit Talk Show, we sit down with R.L. Carpentier—a former law enforcement officer turned mystery author—whose life has taken him from the gritty truths of crime scenes to the poetic silence of the Catskill Mountains.Rodney shares how nearly two decades in policing shaped his voice as a writer, imbuing his debut novel, Our Lady of the Overlook, with a realism that can only come from lived experience. We talk about his writing process, the influence of true crime

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00:42:31

S5-EP12: The Boy Who Spoke First: Noah May on Pain,...

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2025/09/17

This week’s episode is raw, unfiltered, and deeply human.Doyle sits down with Noah May, host of Lethal Venom, a podcast known for its honesty, emotional depth, and refusal to sugarcoat the truth. Noah opens up about growing up without a father, navigating the shadows of clinical depression, and discovering the power of storytelling as survival.What begins as a conversation about creative expression becomes something much deeper: a testament to resilience, vulnerability, and the healing power of

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00:50:05

S5-EP11: The Painted Road: Dave “Letterfly”...

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2025/09/10

Tonight’s episode is a wild ride with artist, author, circus kid, and spiritual wayfarer Dave “Letterfly” Knoderer, a man whose life story is splashed in vivid color across circus tents, chrome bikes, and the pages of five unforgettable books.From performing with dancing horses to pinstriping Harleys across the country, Dave’s journey winds through recovery, reconnection, and relentless reinvention. He shares how writing emerged from his sobriety work, how a childhood shaped by misunderstanding gave

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00:44:50

S5-EP10: Ink, Thorns & Fairytales Rewritten: Bria...

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2025/09/03

On this episode of Spirit Talk Show, we sit down with the extraordinary Bria Rose—an author who turns fairytales inside out and trauma into triumph. A former Disney cast member turned dark romance powerhouse, Bria opens up about the path that led her from Magic Kingdom dreams to publishing spicy reimaginings where the heroines have teeth and the monsters might just be soulmates.In this conversation, we explore:– How her time with Disney inspired bold, rebellious storytelling– Her viral rise on

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00:39:40

S5-EP9: Lizbeth Meredith Part 2 - Resilience Through...

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2025/08/27

In Part 2, Doyle and co-host Howie continue their heartfelt conversation with Lizbeth Meredith, shifting from survival to healing. With warmth, wit, and insight, Lizbeth reflects on life after trauma—what it means to parent grown daughters, how humor became a tool for recovery, and why storytelling remains her most powerful form of advocacy.Together, they explore relationship red flags, the nuances of personal growth, and the healing power of persistence. Lizbeth also shares her thoughts on

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00:29:51

S5-EP8: Lizbeth Meredith Part 1 - Resilience in the...

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2025/08/20

In Part 1 of this powerful two-part conversation, host Doyle welcomes Lizbeth Meredith—author, advocate, and survivor—for a gripping discussion about motherhood, justice, and survival against all odds. Lizbeth opens up about the harrowing experience of having her daughters kidnapped and taken overseas, and the years-long fight to bring them home.Drawing from her memoir Pieces of Me: Rescuing My Kidnapped Daughters, which inspired the Lifetime movie Stolen by Their Father, Lizbeth shares how she

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00:46:43

S5-EP7: Hollywood, DNA, and the Monsters We Make

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2025/08/13

This episode contains adult language and themes. Listener discretion is advised.In this explosive second half of our conversation with Emmy-winning writer, producer, and podcast trailblazer Alan Katz, we dive headfirst into the chaos, comedy, and emotional fallout that define a creative life lived out loud.Alan pulls no punches as he recounts the behind-the-scenes saga of Bordello of Blood—a production so wildly mismanaged it birthed its own podcast. From million-dollar egos to miscast villains and

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00:45:04

S5-EP6: Hollywood Nightmares Part 1, DNA Surprises,...

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2025/08/06

Please Note: This episode contains some strong language and adult themes that may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, Spirit Talk Show host Doyle welcomes Emmy-winning writer, producer, and podcaster Alan Katz for a revealing conversation about creativity, chaos, and the strange turns stories can take.Alan shares how the infamous behind-the-scenes disaster of Bordello of Blood—a vampire movie tangled in studio politics and

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00:44:30

S5-EP5: Haunted Hats, Ghostly Doors & The Coffee That...

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2025/07/30

When Eddie Ravenscar of the Creepy Coffees Podcast joins Spirit Talk Show, things get paranormally personal. From haunted hats to ghost-infested basements once visited by Al Capone himself, Eddie brews up tales that will rattle your mug and chill your spine. He shares stories of playful spirits, doors that open on their own, and the unforgettable moment a voice told him to "get out"—while no one was there.We dive into Eddie’s life of hauntings, heart surgeries, and haunted houses—with a few laughs,

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00:45:21

S5-EP4: G. Michael Hopf on Survival, Storytelling &...

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2025/07/23

In this gripping episode, I talk with bestselling author and U.S. Marine veteran G. Michael Hopf, whose post-apocalyptic novels—including the massively successful The End and Hard Times Create Strong Men—have captivated millions around the world. With over forty books to his name, Hopf brings a unique and unapologetic voice to fiction shaped by real-world grit and hard-earned wisdom.We explore the philosophy behind his writing, the impact of military service on his worldview, and why stories of

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00:30:04

S5 EP3: Quantum Ghosts & Conscious Echoes — A Return...

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2025/07/16

Back by request, this follow-up to one of our most listened-to episodes — S4-EP16: Quantum Consciousness & Life After Death — reunites us with Howie for another deeply curious dive into what might lie beyond this life... or right alongside it.We explore how quantum theory might explain lingering consciousness, emotional energy, and the echoes of people who’ve passed. Could the hauntings we sense be imprints in spacetime? Could love and loss be particles suspended in quantum limbo?Together we

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00:38:16

S5 EP2: Grace, Glitter, and Gophers — Mike Tentis...

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2025/07/09

In a Spirit Talk Show first, we welcome the incomparable Mike Tentis—marketer, storyteller, chorus veteran, and now... impromptu singer! That’s right: this episode features the debut of live singing on the show, and Mike doesn’t hold back.From turfgrass to choral harmonies, Mike shares his rich journey from Midwestern roots to Sacramento's LGBTQ+ stage. Along the way, he treats us to heartfelt reflections, a soulful tribute story (so good he wants it read at his funeral!), a hilarious tale of

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00:58:08

S5-EP1: How to Be a Rockstar Screenwriter: David...

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2025/07/02

Spirit Talk Show kicks off Season 5 with a special extended premiere featuring Emmy-winning television writer and licensed therapist David Silverman. From penning episodes of ALF, Newhart, The Wild Thornberrys, and South Park to guiding screenwriters through emotional burnout, David’s career is a testament to both creative brilliance and human depth.In this unforgettable conversation, we dive into:What really went down behind the scenes of ALFHow David accidentally received The Simpsons director’s

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00:47:00

S4-EP37: Ink, Identity, and the Unknown: MD Neu on...

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2025/06/25

What happens when science fiction dares to tell stories that feel like home? In the exciting Season 4 finale of Spirit Talk Show, we welcome internationally acclaimed author MD Neu, whose work blends the otherworldly with the deeply personal — from haunted suburbs to underwater civilizations, always with LGBTQ+ characters at the heart of the tale.Neu joins us for a powerful, funny, and deeply honest conversation about why representation matters, how AI is reshaping creative landscapes, and what

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00:14:38

S4-EP36: Pride Month Special: Faith, Identity, and...

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2025/06/18

This Pride Month, Spirit Talk Show dares to walk the often avoided path—right into the heart of the conversation where queerness and faith collide. In this powerful episode, host Doyle confronts the historical, cultural, and theological roots of opposition to LGBTQ+ identity, with courage, clarity, and compassion.Far from attacking belief, this episode lovingly examines the scriptures so often used as weapons, offering scholarly, lived, and spirit-led rebuttals to restore dignity and truth. From

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00:29:31

S4-EP35: Springtown, SoulMop™, and Spirits: Chris...

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2025/06/11

In Part 2 of this spirited conversation, actor Chris Laird returns to the Spirit Talk Show for more laughs, lore, and live readings. From his dramatic role in Fire on the Ridge—a powerful indie film based on the Paradise fires—to his upcoming appearances in Expedition Unknown and the mystery-crime series Springtown, Chris shares personal reflections and behind-the-scenes insight into the life of a working actor in Sacramento.Doyle and Chris dive into two new AI-generated stories, experiment with a

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00:44:32

S4-EP34: Cold Reads and Cosmic Chaos (with Chris...

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2025/06/04

In this jam-packed episode of Spirit Talk Show, host Doyle welcomes back two fan favorites—master voiceover artist Chris Turek and multi-talented musician Howie—for a wild ride through cold reads, laughter, and the absurdly profound. From a haunted subway to collapsing ceilings, lost lemon bars, and post-apocalyptic bagels, no genre is off limits. Along the way, we tackle Shakespearean Goonies, Douglas Adams-style galactic nonsense, and even a heartfelt Martha Stewart tribute to the gay

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