Agent Palmer

Episode 82 features author Jimmy Soni, co-author of A Mind At Play about Claude Shannon and The Founders about the founding of PayPal and the evolution of the PayPal Mafia.

We discuss the process of creating those books, researching, method writing, going dark, plus the creative process in all its forms, the good and bad, the early mornings and late nights, and much much more.

Episode 81 features Kelly Fiorini, a teacher turned copywriter who has an amazing story about how that journey transpired with a few tips about trying a career before you go full in.

Plus going abroad, having two vastly different teaching experiences, being an introvert, freelance writing, self-evaluation, and much much more.

Episode 80 features the first three-time guest, who was the original guest, and a very good friend of the show, Mr. Bill Sweeney! He has returned to the show for a geography lesson about his hometown; New York City.

We talk about transportation, temperament, and tourism. Boroughs and Bridges. Discuss a few myths and legends, and much much more.

Episode 79 features renaissance man and storyteller Jerry J.B. Manas, author of many books including the freshly minted tale The Mirror Man.

We discuss the writing process, collaboration, details, outlines, idea hoarding, entering new mediums, how everything really boils down to storytelling, and much much more.

Episode 78 features the return of Sara Netzley! Still a PhD, but now also a newswriter for Entertainment Weekly and of course, still a very good friend of mine.

We discuss journalism, the internet, talk generationally, and also discuss seasonality and classroom dynamics, but know that you are getting to listen to two friends that also slip into the roles of Professor Sara and Student Palmer…