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Dialogues with Creators

Barbara Graham Tucker

Explores the work and lives of creators and creative people in the Northwest Georgia and Tennessee valley region. We feature guests in a variety of creative fields ranging anywhere from writers, comedians, actors, and more. Listen as we discuss the way creativity can surprise us.

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45:27

Dr. Jason Dew

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/04/07

Today, one podcaster meets another as Barbara Tucker interviews Dr. Jason Dew, Professor of English at Perimeter College of Georgia State University, about his writing, specifically his novel Gadly Plain. Dr. Dew uses the pen name of J. Michael Dew. Links:https://open.spotify.com/show/10d9sdWX6JM9dVawZ20bq9https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-professors-bayonet/id1716943873https://cladach.com/j-michael-dew/

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43:51

Why I Write About Appalachia

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2026/03/25

In this solo podcast, Barbara G. Tucker explains her experience with Appalachia, how sense of place informs writing, and the origins of Lying In and other stories she has written about Appalachia.

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37:16

Joyce McPherson

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/03/10

In this episode of Dialogues with Creator, Barbara talks with new friend Joyce McPherson, a resident of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, who wears many creative hats. Joyce writes biographies of historical persons for middle-grade students, writes fiction for young readers, teaches college English, and directs a Shakespeare camp. Joyce is a person you should know about. Links:

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36:35

Why I Write Fiction

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2026/03/03

On this solo podcast, Barbara explains why she writes fiction, specifically novels, and what the value of fiction is to all of us.

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54:52

Dr. Forrest Blackbourn

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/02/24

Host Dr. Barbara Tucker welcomes Dr. Forrest Blackbourn for a lively exploration of one of his favorite novels, Junot Díaz's The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao. Their conversation traces the novel’s layered narrative, from the shadow of Rafael Trujillo’s dictatorship to the Dominican diaspora in New Jersey. Blackbourn examines themes of fukú and zafa, hypermasculinity, race, and the reclamation of Blackness, while highlighting Díaz’s inventive footnotes and genre-bending style. Together, they

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47:23

Jennifer Randall

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2026/02/16

Dr. Jennifer Randall, Professor of English at Dalton State College, joins Barbara to provide insight into the value of the world’s foundational philosophical work, Plato’s Republic. Find out why this 2400-year-old book is relevant in today’s world. It’s a lively discussion! Barbara Tucker’s website:www.barbaragrahamtucker.netThe show’s GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/manage/keep-our-nonprofit-podcast-alive

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56:56

Dr. Margaret Roblyer

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/02/10

For the first interview on Dialogues with Creators for 2026, Barbara talks to Dr. Margaret Roblyer, known to her friends as Peggy, on writing a memoir and on Peggy’s soon-to-be-published memoir, Strong Glass (June). This is for everyone who has thought about writing about their own personal stories. Peggy also shares vital information about publishing.As a former textbook author and professor of instructional technology, Peggy brings a wealth of wisdom to this episode.

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34:10

My Writers Hall of Fame

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/02/09

Here Barbara lets her opinions be known about the writers she considers the guiding stars. Trigger warning: She may not like the popular ones!

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59:26

Margaret Roblyer

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/02/09

For the first interview on Dialogues with Creators for 2026, Barbara talks to Dr. Margaret Roblyer, known to her friends as Peggy, on writing a memoir and on Peggy’s soon-to-be-published memoir, Strong Glass (June). This is for everyone who has thought about writing about their own personal stories. Peggy also shares vital information about publishing.As a former textbook author and professor of instructional technology, Peggy brings a wealth of wisdom to this episode.

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36:57

Books I Read in 2025

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/01/21

Here are some recommendations and counter-recommendations on books, based on Barbara's reading patterns in 2025. She talks about 26 or so fiction and nonfiction books read over the past year, not to mention a lot of shorter works. Standouts are In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez, The Digital Delusion by Jason Horvath, I am a Georgia Girl by Ann Hite, and The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. There is a pause at the beginning--just a bit. This is a straight-from-me solo recording. GoFundMe:

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42:07

Speculative Fiction: Astounding, Plur1bus, and Severance

Dialogues with Creators ·

2026/01/17

Here I go solo in my low-key way to discuss the book Astounding (about the history of pulp science fiction) and the shows Plur1bus and Severance, which stand out as "Twilight Zone"-based speculative fiction.

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38:18

Ufuk Özalp

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/12/07

This episode is a chat with Ufuk Özalp, a native and citizen of Turkey, who owns a tourism agency, Mosaics of Turkiye. He started the company because of his passion for his country’s culture and history. After all, he loves traveling because he wants to share Turkey with new friends from other countries. I can attest to how he provides a 100% quality experience for travelers. You can find more information at the Website: https://mosaicsofturkiye.com GoFundMe page:Barbara’s website:

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58:12

Ann Hite

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/11/24

Join host Dr. Barbara Tucker this week as she sits down with acclaimed Southern novelist Ann Hite, a renowned storyteller whose debut novel Ghost On Black Mountain was a finalist for the Townsend Prize and won the Georgia Author of the Year award. Ann shares her journey crafting haunting Appalachian tales that breathe life into characters dictating their own stories, her love of a library that spans a thousand books, and the inspiration behind her latest works. Tune in for a rich conversation on

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37:01

Jeevani Sammeta

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/11/11

In this inspiring conversation, host Barbara Tucker welcomes Dr. Jeevani Sammeta, assistant professor of communication at Dalton State College, whose journey spans from Hyderabad, India, to northwest Georgia. Dr. Sammeta shares how she transitioned from engineering to filmmaking and academia, reflects on the cultural shifts between India and the U.S., and explains her research on the growing national influence of South Indian cinema. She also discusses her creative process, her new documentary

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50:58

Matthew Gramling

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/10/26

Discover the creative heart of Northwest Georgia in this episode of Dialogues with Creators. Host Barbara Tucker chats with Matthew Gramling, director of the Bandy Heritage Center at Dalton State College, about his journey into historical preservation and the center’s mission to collect, protect, and celebrate regional culture. From Cherokee heritage to textile arts and global connections through local stories, Matthew shares how archives spark creativity and community engagement. Plus, learn how

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46:58

Jeanne Cahill

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/10/14

Ms. Jeanne Cahill, a native of Georgia, sits down with Barbara Tucker to talk about her new book, Call Me Jeanne: From Outhouse to the White House, A Journey of Family, Loss, and the Power of Love. They discuss her time working for the election of Governor and then President Jimmy Carter, her time in their administrations helping women and families, and what it is like to write a memoir.Get Jeanne's book here!More on Jeanne's legacy: https://research.library.gsu.edu/c.php?g=115725&p=750836

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45:54

AI – What it is and what are we to do about it?

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/09/28

Host Barbara Tucker tackles the promises and perils of generative artificial intelligence in this thought-provoking conversation. Drawing on years of teaching and writing, she reflects on how AI tools are reshaping communication, creativity, and even the human brain. Barbara explores questions of accuracy, ethics, and social responsibility. Whether you’re curious or cautious, this episode challenges you to stay human, think critically, and keep writing in your own voice.Resources

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46:07

Generative AI in Writing with Amber Nagel

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/09/14

On this episode, host Barbara Tucker reunites with Amber Nagel, a freelance writer with published articles in Grit, Mother Earth News, Points North, and many other magazines. They discuss the compelling world of generative AI and how it relates to writing and creativity in general. Join as they discuss the uses as well as the dangers of this fascinating new tool.

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73:38

Montpelier Mansion

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/08/24

Host Barbara Tucker takes listeners on an exclusive guided tour of Montpelier Mansion with assistant manager Don Graham. As they wander through the grand halls and shadowy corridors, Graham shares expert insights into the mansion’s colonial architecture and storied past. Perfect for history buffs, this episode seamlessly blends rich historical context with a slightly spooky atmosphere. Tune in as Barbara and Don bring Montpelier Mansion to life—one creaky floorboard at a time.

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38:41

Dickenson County

Dialogues with Creators ·

2025/08/05

On this special Fourth of July episode, host Barbara Tucker takes the podcast on the road to Dickenson County, Virginia—a place deeply tied to her family roots and the setting of her novel Lying In. She visits the Dickenson County Historical Society during their writers' event, speaking with local authors and historians who preserve Appalachian heritage through storytelling, genealogy, and community service. Barbara shares heartfelt reflections on her ancestors, creativity, and the region’s enduring

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