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The BrightWord Books Podcast
Hosted by BrightWord Books, LLC · EN
The BrightWord Books Podcast is a dynamic and inspiring platform dedicated to supporting authors and building their literary profiles. As part of the BrightWord Publishing family, we invite writers to join our podcast as guests, sharing their unique stories, insights, and the journey behind their works. Whether you're an emerging author or a seasoned writer, this is your space to showcase your creativity, connect with like-minded individuals, and gain exposure in the literary world.
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The BrightWord Books Podcast | An Old Little Lady By Judith Hobson | (Part 1 of 2)
Jan 1300:32:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Judith Hobson for her first appearance as she shares the inspiration behind her charming book, An Old Little Lady. Hobson takes listeners into a gentle, humorous story that explores the quiet joys and unexpected surprises of moving from city life to the countryside during one’s senior years. Through simple moments and keen observation, the book captures the warmth of new beginnings and the comfort found in everyday discoveries.As the conversation unfolds, Judith Hobson reflects on themes of adaptation, companionship, and finding delight in life’s small details—from friendly wildlife and stray cats to the less-welcome surprises of country living. This episode offers a heartfelt look at aging with curiosity and grace, making it a comforting and relatable listen for readers who appreciate cozy storytelling and thoughtful reflections on change.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | Note From Outside The Box By Charles A. Cottom | (Part 1 of 2)
Jan 1300:49:06Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Charles A. Cottom for his first appearance as he discusses his thought-provoking book, Notes from Outside the Box. Cottom invites listeners to step beyond conventional thinking and explore the deeper forces shaping human existence, creativity, and conflict. Drawing from science, philosophy, and reflection on the evolution of the universe, he challenges us to reconsider how we see ourselves, our history, and our shared future.Through this engaging conversation, Cottom unpacks the central ideas of Notes from Outside the Box, presenting humanity as part of a much larger creative process and emphasizing our fundamental interconnectedness as “One People.” He explains how the book’s unique, step-by-step structure allows readers to absorb complex ideas gradually—each “rung” offering fresh insight into why humanity has reached its current moment and how we might move forward. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin viewing the human condition from a truly expansive perspective.
Transcribe →The BrighWord Books Podcast | The Attenuating Puritan By Robert McGuiness| (Part1 of 2)
Jan 1300:31:31Tap to summarizeThe BrightWord Books Podcast welcomes author Robert McGuiness for his first appearance, featuring an in-depth conversation about his evocative and philosophical work, The Attenuating Puritan. In this episode, McGuiness introduces listeners to an altruistic hero whose journey is shaped by moral purity, inherited burdens, and unwavering faith, offering a powerful reflection on the human struggle to remain steadfast in a complex and often corrupted world.Through poetic imagery and thoughtful dialogue, the discussion explores themes of sacrifice, resilience, and spiritual discipline, as well as the modern challenges posed by environmental toxins and moral decay. The Attenuating Puritan emerges as both a symbolic pilgrimage and a call to conscious living, inviting listeners to reflect on personal responsibility, inner restoration, and the enduring quest for the divine within the earthly realm.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | Prognosis by Dr. Jacob Nieva and David Arieti, MS, | (Part 2 of 3)
Jan 800:34:43Tap to summarizeThe BrightWord Books Podcast returns with an urgent and thought-provoking episode featuring author David Arieti alongside Dr. Jacob Nieva, marking Dr. Nieva’s second appearance on the show. This in-depth conversation centers on his powerful book, Prognosis: Disaster: How Climate Change and Disease Will Ruin Your Life UNLESS… (Second Edition), offering listeners a compelling look at the science, ethics, and human responsibility behind today’s escalating environmental crises.In this episode, Dr. Nieva expands on how climate change, deforestation, and pollution are accelerating the spread of dangerous diseases that threaten humans, animals, and ecosystems alike. Together, the hosts explore the updated insights of the Second Edition, discussing why immediate action is no longer optional and how informed choices can still shape the future of life on Earth. This episode is both a sobering warning and a call to awareness—essential listening for anyone concerned about the planet, public health, and the path forward.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | IMAGES FROM VIETNAM 1969 By James Stanish | (Part 1 of 2)
Jan 500:31:58Tap to summarizeThe BrightWord Books Podcast welcomes author James M. Stanish for his first-ever appearance on the show, offering listeners an intimate introduction to both the man and the mission behind his powerful photo book, Images from Vietnam 1969: A Journey with the 11th Armored Cavalry. In this debut conversation, Stanish reflects on his personal journey, his time in Vietnam, and the responsibility of preserving history through images and firsthand perspective.The episode explores the vivid photographs and narratives that define the book—capturing fierce combat in the triple-canopy jungles near Saigon, the presence of M551 Sheridan tanks, dangerous C-130 landings, and encounters with the North Vietnamese Army. Interwoven with these moments are quieter, deeply human scenes of camaraderie, USO shows, and striking portraits of American troops and the local Montagnard people. Through Stanish’s lens and voice, listeners gain a rare, moving insight into the complexity, intensity, and humanity of the Vietnam War.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | "Persistence" By Linda Dezenski | (Part 2 of 3)
Dec 1100:46:13Tap to summarizeThe BrightWord Books Podcast welcomes back author Linda Dezenski for her second inspiring appearance, this time diving deeper into her powerful new memoir, Persistence: Living an Authentic Life with a Disability. In this candid conversation, Linda opens up about her journey with Cerebral Palsy and what it means to move through a world that wasn’t built with her in mind. She shares the realities many don’t see—the frustrations, the misunderstandings, and the daily challenges that shape her experience. With honesty and clarity, she invites listeners into her story, shedding light on what life with a disability truly looks like beyond assumptions.But Linda’s message goes far beyond hardship. In this episode, she reflects on the pivotal realization that changed everything: her disability is part of her story, not the definition of it. With humor, resilience, and deep compassion, she discusses the process of embracing her whole self and how that led her to a mission of empowering others. Whether you live with a disability or simply want to better understand the world around you, this conversation—and Linda’s book—promises to shift perspectives, spark empathy, and celebrate the courage it takes to live authentically.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | At Night He Remembers By James Cunneen | (Part 1 of 1)
Nov 2100:36:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome James Cunneen for his first-ever appearance on the show. He joins us to discuss his inspiring and introspective book, At Night He Remembers, a reflective journey through faith, purpose, and a lifetime of service. Cunneen opens up about the life of Jacob—a young lieutenant in Vietnam whose encounter with Christ shapes the path that leads him through academia, ministry, and the quiet battles of old age.Together, we explore the book’s powerful message of devotion and impact, inviting listeners to examine their own walk with God. At Night He Remembers calls every believer to pursue a life that bears lasting fruit, one that can be offered to God with confidence at the end of the journey. This conversation with James Cunneen promises to be meaningful, uplifting, and deeply motivating for anyone seeking to fulfill their own God-given purpose.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | Prognosis by Dr. Jacob Nieva and David Arieti, MS, | (Part 1 of 3)
Nov 2100:51:53Tap to summarizeJoin us on The BrightWord Books Podcast as we welcome first-time guests Dr. Jacob Nieva and David Arieti, MS, co-authors of the urgent and eye-opening book Prognosis: Disaster: How Climate Change and Disease Will Ruin Your Life UNLESS… Second Edition. In this episode, the authors dive into the alarming realities of human-induced environmental change and the escalating threat of climate-driven diseases. They break down how global warming, deforestation, and unchecked pollution are fueling new and more virulent illnesses—placing humans, animals, and entire ecosystems at risk.Dr. Nieva and Arieti also explore why this book serves not only as a scientific reference on disease and environmental impact but also as a dire call to action. With clear insight and evidence-based guidance, they challenge listeners to confront the consequences of inaction and understand the urgent measures needed to protect life on Earth. Whether you're concerned about public health, climate change, or the future of our planet, this episode delivers an essential, thought-provoking conversation that highlights what’s at stake—and what we can still do to change the outcome.
Transcribe →The BrighWordBooks Podcast | A Fortunate Son: And Other Stories By Daniel J Donoghue |(Part 1 of 2}
Nov 2000:15:58Tap to summarizeA Fortunate Son: and Other Stories is a collection of stories written across decades of Daniel J. Donoghue's life-chronicling his journey from youth to the present day. As he has grown, so too has his writing, shaped by the challenges and transformations of life itself.These slice-of-life narratives capture both the deeply personal and the universally human: love and loss, desire and regret, the weight of family, the scars of military life, and the quiet battles with mental illness. With unflinching honesty and lyrical prose, Donoghue explores the raw edges of experience-where tenderness and turmoil coexist.From the dim glow of roadside bars to the silent ache of suburban mornings, no subject is too intimate or taboo. Painted with empathy and precision, these stories invite readers to confront the fragile beauty and painful truths of being human, and to see the shifting colors of their own lives reflected in the work.
Transcribe →The BrightWord Books Podcast | Are You an @$$HOLE Boss? By Crystal M. Tenney | (Part 1-3)
Nov 2000:30:07Tap to summarizeJoin us on The BrightWord Books Podcast for an enlightening conversation with debut guest Crystal M. Tenney as she explores her groundbreaking book, Are You an @$$HOLE Boss?: Micro Negativity in Leadership. In this episode, Crystal delves into the subtle, often invisible behaviors that can quietly undermine even the most accomplished leaders. From offhand comments to hidden habits, she exposes how micro-negativity erodes trust, ignites stress, and stifles creativity, all while providing science-backed insights into the neuroscience behind team motivation and engagement.Listeners will discover practical strategies to identify and correct these stealthy patterns, restore psychological safety, and cultivate empathy-driven leadership habits that elevate performance and retention. Crystal shares actionable tools for radical self-awareness, brain-hack breakthroughs, and instant impact tactics, making this conversation a must-listen for anyone looking to transform their leadership approach. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode offers a blueprint to stop sabotaging your own success and start fostering thriving, resilient teams.
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