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The Funky Writer Show

Arts EN ↓ 46 episodes

The OG of Author Podcasts, interviewing writers since 2008. The Funky Writer Show is a dynamic experience of intelligence, humor and craft that is totally entertaining, hosted by Robert Batista.

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Episodes

The Life Of A C.O. with Damien Smith 27.09.2025 53:21

Correctional Officer Lieutenant, Damien Smith discusses the day-to-day lives of officers both inside and outside the Correctional facility.

Of Serial Killers and Classic TV with B.R. Bates 20.09.2025 1:06:31

Author and Journalist, B.R. Bates talks about writing True-Crime stories ripped from the headlines and her love for Classic Television.

Author Will Tinkham 13.09.2025 50:12

The author of twelve books, Will Tinkham discusses plot, story and research and why blogs are not as popular as they once were.

A Man Of Honor—The Vern Drayton Story 06.09.2025 41:41

Veteran and longtime US Government worker, Vern Drayton discusses the highlights of his military and civil service career.

A Conversation With Author/Singer Lorraine Devon Wilke 30.08.2025 1:10:24

Author-Singer and Content Creator, Lorraine Devon Wilke discusses her singing career and also her latest novel.

Live With Danita Batista 23.08.2025 1:25:51

Discussion of her life, her family and most of all, her faith. Danita Batista, in her own words.

Psychedelic Jukebox With Kevin Anthony 23.08.2025 54:33

Internet music streamer Kevin Anthony discusses starting Psychedelic Jukebox and his love of 60’s music.

Author Emily Scialom 09.08.2025 43:49

Discussion with author and musician Emily Scialom about her book ‘The Religion Of Self-Enlightenment’ and also her Poetry and Music.

Color Him Father—Why Dads Matter 02.08.2025 57:30

Discussion on Fatherhood, Serving in the Military and juggling the tribulations of life with Chad Harris.

Adversity And The Man 19.07.2025 49:52

Special guest, Scott Batista Sr. discusses his battle with both a brain tumor and having the debilitating condition called Acromegaly.

Light In The Darkness—The Virginia Branch Story 12.07.2025 27:01

Author and Survivor, Virginia Branch courageously discusses her journey through life’s darkness and how she became a writer to survive.

The Funky Writer Interviews Robert Batista 06.07.2025 22:23

We are honored to have as our special guest, author, publisher and so much more, Robert Batista, who talks about his life’s journey.

Medicine On Trial with James Ogsbury 28.06.2025 36:01

James Ogsbury discusses his book, ‘About Not Losing’, his memoir of a medical malpractice trial that he was involved.

Author Anthony Addis 14.06.2025 42:34

Rob welcomes author, teacher and world traveler, Anthony Addis who discusses his books and short stories.

Author Vincent Quealy 07.06.2025 49:06

Rob welcomes author/historian Vincent Quealy who discusses his groundbreaking historical book, ‘Reflections Of An Irish Grandson’.

Citizen Jay 31.05.2025 48:07

The knowledge and wisdom of Jay Batista as he breaks down what it means to be a citizen in the United States

Author Tracie Adams 31.05.2025 1:07:28

Rob welcomes Author Tracie Adams who discusses her ground-breaking book of memoir/essays called ‘Our Lives In Pieces’.

Author Charlotte Goodwin 17.05.2025 43:19

Rob welcomes Author Charlotte Goodwin who discusses her Gallantrian Legacy Series, her project to record her audio book and why Social Media is a double edged sword.

Business and Education with Scott Batista Sr. 03.05.2025 50:25

Scott talks about his vision in creating his Ministry and all that it entailed as well as taking a penetrating look at the state of Public Education in America.

A Saga In Virginia 18.04.2025 31:13

The ugliness of racism and prejudice reared its horrific head in a small town in Virginia. Guest Damien Smith tells his story about how he and his family fought back.

Author Kevin Rodgers 12.04.2025 36:43

Discussion with Author and Board Game Creator, Kevin Rodgers.