Writers Drinking Whiskey

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a candid episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, where we explore the reality behind writing a novel and the lessons every aspiring author should know. Dive into honest discussions about the difference between talent and the work required to create lasting stories, and discover why authentic, uninhibited conversations are crucial in today’s media landscape. We’ll share in...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in welcoming aviation journalist and author Jeff Wise to Writers Drinking Whiskey for a riveting discussion about the mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 . Jeff, author of "The Taking of MH370" and "Extreme Fear," shares his extensive investigation into what might have happened to the missing Boeing 777, including evidence suggest...

Send us Fan Mail Learn more about Marita Voyvod-Crandle: https://www.maritawoywodcrandle.com/  For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy's bonkers, rock-n-roll satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA: https://wrhincy.substack.com/  In this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we delve into the fascinating inter...

Send us Fan Mail Learn more about guest Richie Billings here: https://richiebilling.com/  For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy's bonkers, rock-n-roll satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA: https://wrhincy.substack.com/   Join host William R. Hincy for another spirited edition of Writers Drinking Whiskey...

Send us Fan Mail Learn more about Colin Dickey here: https://colindickey.com/ Join host William R. Hincy on Writers Drinking Whiskey for an engaging conversation with author Colin Dickey, as they delve into the underworlds of UFOs, conspiracy theories, modern monsters, haunted history, and stolen skulls. Join our COMMUNITY on YouTube to watch every episode, often months before they premiere: https...

Send us Fan Mail Join Sean's Substack: https://substack.com/@seannordquist This episode delves into the captivating world of historical figures like Henry Morgan, exploring how their stories inspire new narratives and the art of putting a unique twist on established history. Guest Sean Nordquist shares invaluable insights into the writing process, prioritizing genuine reader engagement over e...

Send us Fan Mail Find more about Tobias and his work here: https://www.singularfortean.com/ We're talking mothman and the catharsis of telling your story, no matter how weird it is, in a judgement-free environment with author and researcher Tobias Wayland. For exclusive perks and free fiction, join the crew on Substack. All of these WDW episodes are there, as well as host William R. Hincy&apo...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, authors William R. Hincy and Sienna Frost (Faye) discuss their quest to write a masterpiece in a landscape of reboots, rehashes, and AI slop.  Learn more about Sienna Frost (Faye): https://siennafrost.com/  Join our COMMUNITY on YouTube to watch every episode, often months before they premiere: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFzTDOurL...

Send us Fan Mail Learn more about Joshua Cutchin: https://www.joshuacutchin.com/ Do phantoms lurk beyond the Fourth Wall? Could our imagination be what ties anomalous phenomenon together, from ghosts to sasquatch to UFOs and mothman? And who is the best brass band of all time?! Join host William R. Hincy in this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey featuring author Joshua Cutchin, creator of eight...

Send us Fan Mail Power Levels to start the show… Storytelling: 56 Laughs: 89 Heart: 76 Sobriety: -150 Power Levels to end the show Storytelling: 6 Laughs: 8 Heart: 7 Drunkenness: 15,009 LitRPG author Seth Ring stops by the bar to discuss growing up in West Africa reading adult books, his transition from a career in software to writing full time, meaning in storytelling, and the exciting new(ish) l...

Send us Fan Mail Check out The Prosecutors podcast here: https://prosecutorspodcast.com/about-the-podcast/ On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we're chatting with hosts of The Prosecutors true crime podcast, Alice LaCour and Brett Talley. Join us as Brett and Alice weigh in on marital objections, the state of true crime,  what we're not talking about enough regarding the legal s...

Send us Fan Mail What takes precedence, the laws of God, Society or man? Bestselling author Reed Farrel Coleman stops by Writers Drinking Whiskey to discuss the true crime inspirations for his crime fiction, and to share some drinks, laughs, and writing tips.  Sponsors… Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Coleman website: https://reedcoleman.com/  Firmoo...

Send us Fan Mail Think independently in every aspect of life—including your writing. In this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, you'll get an uncensored and unfiltered look at the creative process and how it is changing in today's age of independent publishing and artificial intelligence.  Links: Join our COMMUNITY on members for exclusive perks and loads of content: https://www.youtub...

Send us Fan Mail After a traumatic brain injury left him with a rare form of amnesia, Jason J. Willis reconnected with the world through reading, transforming his personality in unexpected ways and leading to a lifelong love of storytelling. In this thought-provoking episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we explore the evolving landscape of storytelling with author Jason J. Willis, diving into the...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever crashed a hot air balloon? Hear the harrowing (and quite hilarious) tale from author Sandra Arnold. We also discuss overcoming grief and she reads some of her truly scintillating flash fiction.  Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do! Watch video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T0Sz_0dovOU Brought to you by Whiskey-Winged Lit Fiction for the modern reader. Life is...

Send us Fan Mail Grab your favorite bourbon (or tea) and pull up a stool because we’re having a free-flowing conversation fueled by whiskey and a passion for the short story. On this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, host William R. Hincy sits down with the multi-talented John DiSavino – voice actor, stage director, podcast host, and all-around Renaissance man. From the craft of short stories (...

Send us Fan Mail You’re not just a reader—you’re a seeker of dark truths. Ever wonder why vampire myths exist in nearly every culture? What if there’s something real behind the legend? Bestselling author JD Barker joins host William R. Hincy to unravel the origins of vampire lore, the hidden secrets in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and the future of horror storytelling. They explore co-writing with James...

Send us Fan Mail What does reading Kafka’s “Metamorphosis” at 8 years old do to a person? Well, it may just lead to becoming a writer, or getting an economy degree, or becoming a lifelong book thief... Join us for a lively chat about childhood, economics, and growing into the writer you’ve always aspired to me.    Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we do! Links: Hincy’s books: https://www.amazo...

Send us Fan Mail Are you the kind of person who questions everything? Do you crave the stories that exist on the edges of reality—the ones that challenge what we think we know? If so, get yourself a cold one and pull up a stool. In this episode of Writers Drinking Whiskey, we're joined by Dr. Jeff Meldrum, a renowned anthropologist, author, and leading expert on Sasquatch. As a professor of a...

Send us Fan Mail What is it about darkness that intrigues us, even beckons us? Join us as we speculate on the darkness, delve into the darkness, and laugh in the face of fear.  Today’s drinking game: drink whenever we say “horror!” Sponsors… Hincy’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/William-R.-Hincy/author/B07ZYB5FHZ Jackon’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Vaughn-A.-Jackson/author/B08YX14...

Send us Fan Mail After dying twice on his job as a cop, Mark Bergin retired from the force and transitioned to a new career: writing. Join us for a drink as we discuss high-speed chases, his time as a reporter prior to joining law enforcement, what happens when we die, and Mark reads from his upcoming novel.  Mark Bergin retired from the Alexandria, Virginia Police Department as a Lieutenant in 20...

Send us Fan Mail The show has been hijacked! To celebrate the serialization of host William R. Hincy's epic absurdist satire, PIRATES OF APPALACHIA, a few illustrious (and tipsy) members of the Writers Drinking Whiskey community stop by to turn the tables and interview HIM! Join Dario Ciriello, Diane Hammond, and Sue Alcon O'Connor as they grill, jab, and drink William R. Hincy into swee...

Send us Fan Mail Connecting with writers and discussing the trials and tribulations, the successes and failures, the tips and pitfalls, is REWARDING. And if that’s corny, well, we don’t care! Join author Jessica L. Sparrow as we dare to be corny and discuss her love of Edgar Allen Poe, the long editing process, and more. Join us!   Thanks for tuning in! If you’d like to support the show, please co...

Send us Fan Mail Poet Adam Vines joins the show to discuss managing a fishing lake, social media's impact on poetry, Day Kink (his collaborative poetry collection, honestly), and to read some of his poetry.  Adam Vines is editor of Birmingham Poetry Review, coauthor of According to Discretion (Unicorn Press, 2015), and author of The Coal Life (University of Arkansas Press, 2012).  Thanks for...

Send us Fan Mail Are there shadow cats roaming North America, large unknown wood apes lurking about in the forests, and strange little beans populating middle schools from sea to shining sea? Join a special episode of WRITERS DRINKING WHISKEY: Storytellers and Storymakers series as we discuss all this (and more) with author Michael Mayes.  Today’s drinking game: drink every time we say “panther.”...