The BrightWord Books Podcast

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Tedi Tuttle for her first appearance on the show as she shares the heartwarming origins of her children’s book, Sadie Spider Does Lunch. Tuttle recalls the real-life moment that inspired the story—an unexpected bit of drama outside her kitchen window while she was taking a fiction class at Brigham Young University in 1991. What beg...

In this third—and final—appearance on The BrightWord Books Podcast, author David Read returns to share the spiritual and practical insights of his book Give and Take. Building on his previous conversations, David dives deeper into the powerful truth that every thought, relationship, and experience in life is shaped by what we choose to give and what we allow ourselves to take. With clarity and com...

In this inspiring debut episode featuring author Glenn Shepard, MD, The BrightWord Books Podcast delves into the remarkable true story behind his book An Artist’s Victory over Parkinson’s: The Barclay Sheaks Miracle. Shepard, a physician and writer, shares the deeply personal and uplifting account of his lifelong friend and mentor, acclaimed artist Barclay Sheaks. From their first meeting in a nin...

In his second appearance on The BrightWord Books Podcast, Dr. Daniel B. Brubaker returns for a powerful and timely discussion of his provocative book Psychosocial Political Dysfunction of the Republican Party. Drawing on his background in medicine and psychology, Dr. Brubaker delivers a sharp, research-based critique of the GOP’s current trajectory. He examines how fear-based rhetoric, emotional i...

In this special episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back Pastor Eduardo S. Advincula to share deeper insights from his inspiring memoir, King Jesus Christ’s Nursing Assistant: My Life’s Story as a Caregiver. Pastor Advincula recounts his experiences as a certified nursing assistant during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, offering a powerful firsthand account of resilience, comp...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, Tamara L. Miller returns for her second appearance to discuss her memoir, What the Hell Just Happened?. She revisits the sudden loss of her husband after 58 years of a thriving, love-filled marriage—a loss that left her navigating grief, chaos, and unexpected challenges while surrounded by children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Through ca...

Welcome back to The BrightWord Books Podcast, where we sit down again with seasoned defense attorney Lorin J. Zaner to discuss his memoir, The Making of Darth Zaner. In this gripping episode, Zaner shares vivid stories from his decades-long career, offering an insider’s view of the high-pressure world of criminal defense and the moral complexities of defending both rightly and wrongly accused clie...

On this inspiring return to The BrightWord Books Podcast, author David Readi joins us to explore the spiritual insights of his latest book, Give and Take. In this thoughtful conversation, Readi explains how our thoughts, relationships, and experiences are shaped by what we give—and what we take—from them. Drawing from Scripture and real-life examples, he shows how intentional giving and receiving...

In this powerful return to The BrightWord Books Podcast, author Serah W. Muiruri joins us to discuss her transformative book, BREAKING CHAINS: A Guide to Overcoming Interpersonal Violence and Reclaiming Your Strength. As a survivor and advocate, Muiruri brings compassion and clarity to a subject too often shrouded in silence. Her book offers practical guidance on recognizing harmful patterns, seek...

On this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Tom Francis Ramos for his first appearance, as he discusses his gripping historical account, From Berkeley to Berlin: How the Rad Lab Helped Avert Nuclear War. Ramos delves into the high-stakes geopolitical drama of the early Cold War, when a newly elected President John F. Kennedy faced Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s aggressiv...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we are honored to welcome back James Doyle Brandt for his second appearance as he shares the heartfelt story behind his inspiring book, One Man's Life Touched by Jesus: The Spiritual Growth of One Ordinary Man. James opens up about his journey of faith—rooted in a strong Christian upbringing, yet tested and reshaped over the decades through life...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back author Ruth Leedy Carr as she shares insights from her latest book, Tipping Point for a Hollow Earth. In this new work, Carr raises bold questions about a potential Earth axis shift—an issue she believes is among the most urgent of our time, yet often overlooked by mainstream science and media. She also explores the mysteries of Mars...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back author Kelly Mowers to discuss his latest work, In A Multiverse of Infinite Possibilities. This powerful collection of poetry delves into love, self-discovery, and the boundless potential of parallel realities. Through his verses, Kelly captures the beauty and fragility of human connection, weaving together themes of passion, heartbr...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back author Kelly Mowers as he discusses his book, In A Multiverse of Infinite Possibilities. This moving collection of poetry explores the profound depths of love and self-discovery, framed within the limitless potential of parallel realities. With each poem, Kelly captures the beauty and fragility of human connection, weaving together t...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Roger Avila for his second appearance to continue our conversation about his impactful book, Before the Tsunami: A Common-Sense Guide to Avoid Damages Before, During, and After Divorce. In his first visit, Dr. Avila shared the emotional, financial, and legal realities of divorce, offering practical strategies to prepare for, navi...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome Pastor Eduardo S. Advincula for his first-ever appearance as he shares the powerful story behind his memoir, King Jesus Christ’s Nursing Assistant: My Life’s Story as a Caregiver. Pastor Advincula reflects on his experiences as a certified nursing assistant during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, offering an unfiltered look at the rea...

The BrightWord Books Podcast welcomes Dr. Daniel Brubaker for his first appearance to discuss his bold and uncompromising new work, Psychosocial Political Dysfunction of the Republican Party. In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Brubaker examines the modern GOP’s struggle to separate fact from fiction, its reliance on conspiracy theories, and the psychological forces driving its current trajecto...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome acclaimed defense attorney and author Lorin J. Zaner for his first appearance, as he takes us inside his riveting memoir, The Making of Darth Zaner. With decades in the trenches of high-stakes criminal defense, Zaner pulls back the curtain on the courtroom, sharing shocking stories from real cases and the personal trials of defending the...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome Pat Mann, a seasoned Bible teacher and devotional writer whose three-volume series Let There Be Music offers a heartfelt, scripture-rich journey through the Psalms. Drawing on decades of ministry experience in churches, nursing homes, and jails, Pat brings deep biblical insight and a compassionate perspective to her work. Her devotionals...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome renowned author and seasoned trader Kenneth R. Trester for his first appearance on the show. Trester is the mastermind behind The Complete Option Player, one of the best-selling and longest-standing books on options trading ever published. In the newly updated edition, he explains how both cautious investors and bold speculators can harne...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome Dr. Roger Avila for his debut appearance to discuss his compelling new book, Before the Tsunami: A Common-Sense Guide to Avoid Damages Before, During, and After Divorce. With heartfelt clarity and practical wisdom, Dr. Avila draws from his personal journey and candid conversations to help listeners understand the emotional, financial, and...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Marcia McFarland for her first appearance on the show to discuss her transformative new book, Perfect Glory: 21 Spiritual Insights for the 21st Century. Marcia shares how her personal encounters with the Divine—and her desire to encourage others—led her to write this collection of insights. Blending heartfelt testimony with spiritu...

On this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Tamara L. Miller for her first appearance, sharing the powerful story behind her newly republished book, What the Hell Just Happened? (New Edition). In this moving conversation, Tamara opens up about the sudden and devastating loss of her husband after fifty-eight years of a joyful and healthy marriage. With warmth and honesty, she...

In this heartfelt episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome first-time guest James Doyle Brandt, author of One Man’s Life Touched by Jesus: The Spiritual Growth of One Ordinary Man. James opens up about his deeply personal spiritual journey, tracing the highs and lows of a life shaped by faith, service, and transformation. From his early upbringing in both Presbyterian and Baptist tradit...

In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome back author Belinda Alexander-Ashley for her second appearance to dive even deeper into her powerful novel, Faces in the Smoke: Secrets Unearthed. Since her first guesting, the book has sparked meaningful conversations among readers who continue to uncover new layers with every read. Belinda shares how her connection to the story has evol...