Jeanette Huffman: Between the Lines

🐉✨ Step into the world of the Dragon Witch. Inspired by the epic fantasy novels of author Tim Clark, this original audio scene was created by Rich Kopacz following his interview with the creator of the acclaimed Dragon Witch Trilogy on the Between The Lines Podcast . Drawing from the rich mythology, thrilling adventure, and immersive world-building found in Rise of the Dragon Witch , this dramat...

What happens when a Hollywood screenwriter turns his attention to epic fantasy? In this special Halloween edition of the Between The Lines Podcast , guest host Rich Kopacz steps in for Jeanette Van Norden and is joined by co-host Brienne Welch for a fascinating conversation with fantasy author Tim Clark , creator of the acclaimed Dragon Witch Trilogy . Tim shares the inspiration behind Rise of the...

What happens when a dark fantasy author creates a world so vivid that even water becomes terrifying? In this episode of Between The Lines , host Jeanette Huffman and co-host Rich Kopacz sit down with UK author Magnus Attfield , creator of BoneKeeper: Part One - Lady of the Bones . Magnus takes us deep into the horrifying and fascinating world of BoneKeeper, discussing the origins of the character,...

Enter a world where angels, demons, vampires, witches, ghosts, and ancient forces collide. Manifest Absolution is an original audio scene created by Rich Kopaz, inspired by the universe of The Last Desposyni by Wayne Alan Paul Elderkin. This dark fantasy audio experience explores the supernatural themes, moral choices, and epic struggles that define the Book of Souls Saga. Fans of dark fantasy, ur...

Here is the trimmed description at ~3,300 characters (well under the 4,000-character limit), keeping every section, link, disclaimer, chapter, and hashtag intact: What do Kevin Smith, comic books, vampires, angels, demons, Monster Squad, Lord of the Rings, and dark fantasy novels have in common? In this episode of Between The Lines , hosts Jeanette Van Norden and Rich Kopaz sit down with fantasy a...

Step inside Eden Springs Park with this dramatic audio scene created by Rich Kopacz for historian Eve Sterne’s book The House of David . This immersive moment follows Bud and Allie as they wander through the amusement park, talk baseball, celibacy, immortality, and the mysterious disappearance of Brother Benjamin — until the tension breaks with the arrival of Sergeant Vickers and the declaration:...

Historian and author Eve Sterne joins Between the Lines to explore one of America’s most unusual, influential, and misunderstood religious communities: The House of David. In this thoughtful, deeply researched conversation, Eve breaks down the group’s origins, theology, global reach, baseball teams, amusement park empire, and the controversies that shaped its legacy. She also shares how a chance N...

Step back into the haunting world of Dead Girl with this brand‑new audio scene created by Rich Kopacz , inspired by the dark fantasy universe of Justin DiPrima . This chilling short brings the Dead Girl saga to life through immersive sound design, raw emotion, and the twisted humor fans loved in the Between the Lines Podcast interview recorded on August 22, 2026 . 🔥 What You’ll Experience A cinem...

Mac P joins Between The Lines for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about growing up in the LA streets , the challenges that shaped him, and the moment everything changed when he and his brother found a new path in the High Desert . In this full interview, Mac P opens up about identity, survival, transformation, and the journey toward becoming the artist he is today. Every track featured in this...

Author Justin DiPrima steps into Between the Lines with Jeanette Huffman and Rich Kopaz for one of the most powerful, emotional, and wildly entertaining interviews we’ve ever recorded. This episode blends heart, humor, creativity, and chaos in the best possible way — and gives fans a deep look into the mind behind Dead Girl, releasing August 31, 2026 on Amazon. From a 100‑word nano‑fiction challen...

In this Between The Lines audio scene, Rich Kopacz brings his signature old‑time radio magic to life with Chef LaFleur Comes to America — a comedic tribute to the artistry, chaos, and heart of barbecue culture. Inspired by the stories shared in our interview with Paul Brady, The BBQ King, this audio vignette blends humor, nostalgia, and creativity into a warm, character‑driven moment. Chef LaFleur...

In this episode of Between The Lines, Jeanette Huffman sits down with Paul Brady — known lovingly as The BBQ King — to explore the soul, craft, and creativity behind California barbecue. Paul has spent over 30 years mastering the art of smoke, fire, patience, and passion. From Santa Maria grills that burn off all your arm hair, to pork belly burnt ends that disappear the moment they hit the table,...

Enter the sound‑sculpted world of RACHƎL , brought to life through a chilling Northern Gothic audio scene created by Rich Kopacz and inspired by Jeanette Huffman’s supernatural psychological horror novel. This immersive piece pulls you straight into Hollow Creek — its haunted trestles, shadowed alleyways, and the quiet dread that clings to the edges of memory. Designed as an atmospheric companion...

Step into the eerie world of RACHƎL , the supernatural psychological horror novel by Jeanette Huffman , as she joins Rich Kopacz on Between The Lines to reveal the haunting origins of Hollow Creek and the rise of Northern Gothic literature . 🎃 Halloween 2026 marks the official release of RACHƎL — available now for Kindle preorder and releasing in paperback through Amazon. In this full interview,...

In this deeply human conversation, author Laura L. Holloway joins Jeanette Huffman and Rich Kopacz on Between The Lines to explore the emotional truth behind her novel Dancing With Demons: A Love Story. Laura opens up about the difference between big‑T trauma and little‑t trauma , how a dog attack became the catalyst for confronting her own fear, and what it means to heal through honesty and self‑...

Two Minute Waltzes is an immersive audio scene created by Rich Kopacz , inspired by the emotional world of Laura L. Holloway’s novel Dancing With Demons: A Love Story . This piece captures the quiet ache, longing, and shadow‑work woven throughout Laura’s story — transforming her themes of trauma, connection, and self‑reckoning into a cinematic listening experience. Rich’s sound design brings the n...

In Episode 24 of Between The Lines , host Jeanette Huffman and co‑host Rich Kopacz sit down with emerging artist Tyler Person , whose bold, imaginative work is created entirely by hand — no AI, no shortcuts, just pure human creativity. This conversation explores what it means to be a real artist in a world where algorithms are learning to imitate imagination. Tyler shares his process, his inspirat...

The Deadly Deep is an original audio experience created by Rich Kopacz , inspired by the haunting, hand‑crafted artwork of Tyler Person — a fully human artist whose imagination can’t be replicated by AI. This immersive scene pulls you into a pressure‑filled descent where darkness, sound, and emotion collide. Every tone, every echo, every shift in atmosphere is shaped by human intention — not algor...

Step into the world of City of the Muse with this exclusive dramatic audio adaptation, "She's Buried in the Past," created by Rich Kopacz and inspired by the historical mystery novel by Kate Hilton . Set in Egypt in 1904 , the scene follows archaeologists Helen Gardiner, James Dunn, Iris Wentworth, Emmett Olson, and others as an extraordinary discovery beneath the desert sands threatens to change...

In Episode 23 of Between The Lines , Rich Kopacz is joined by special guest co-host Leanne Hollenbeck for a fascinating conversation with bestselling author Kate Hilton , whose latest novel, City of the Muse , blends historical fiction, archaeology, and mystery into an unforgettable story spanning more than a century. Together, they discuss the real history that inspired the novel, including Ancie...

What happens when Norse mythology, ancient folklore, and a small town in Southwest Michigan collide? In this special live episode of Between the Lines , recorded at the Bangor Branch Library in Bangor, Michigan, author Jeanette Huffman shares a live reading from her historical fantasy novel, The Ashborn , before joining co-host Rich Kopez for an in-depth conversation about the inspiration behind t...

Before there were houses... there was the land. Welcome to the very first public reading from my upcoming supernatural psychological horror novel, RACHƎL . After sharing the first teaser trailer for the novel, several readers asked if I had ever considered recording an audiobook. Honestly... I hadn't. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized that RACHƎL feels different from anythin...

Welcome to Episode 21 of Between The Lines! In this episode, host Jeanette Huffman and co-host Rich Kopacz sit down with Matt Ochoa, the talented young voice actor behind Asher in Rich Kopacz's original audio drama The Lost Tribe. At just 17 years old, Matt shares how he became involved in voice acting through The Veldt radio drama program, what it's like bringing characters to life using...

While Jeanette Huffman is off traveling the world, Rich Kopacz steps into the host's chair and welcomes one of his oldest friends, musician, composer, voice actor, gamer, and fellow nerd Ken Forsee. Their friendship began decades ago in a college dormitory and has continued through music, storytelling, gaming, audio dramas, creative collaborations, and countless conversations about the things...

Step into the mysterious Bazaar of Mari Ruppock... In this dramatic scene from The Lost Tribe , Asher enters one of the most dangerous places he has ever encountered. Every face hides a secret, every deal comes with a price, and survival depends on knowing who can—and cannot—be trusted. Featuring Matt Ochoa as Asher , this scene offers a glimpse into Rich Kopacz's immersive audio drama, where...