Episodes

Canadian military veteran, firefighter, ultra-endurance athlete and author JD Tremblay joins Chris Dabbs to explore discipline, faith and resilience. From completing ten Ironman-distance triathlons in ten consecutive days to overcoming childhood adversity, JD shares the mindset behind living a life with purpose and becoming truly "hungry for more."

Keith Daniel Saunders Sr. reflects on a lifetime in education, growing up between different worlds and the experiences that inspired his memoir, Roosevelt to the Hamptons: The War on Both Sides. This thoughtful conversation explores identity, leadership, empathy and why understanding another person's perspective is more important than ever.

What if finding love starts with finding yourself? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with debut novelist Becky Larson Bloom about writing her first novel later in life, the inspiration behind New Beginnings and why self-discovery matters just as much as romance. Becky reflects on finally becoming a published author in her late sixties, fulfilling a lifelong ambition and proving that it's never too late to begin a new chapter. Whether you're an aspiring writer, a reader of contemporary fiction or simply looking for encouragement to pursue your own dreams, this conversation is a reminder that some of life's greatest adventures begin long after we think they should.

Doctors gave Donna Valentino just a 40% chance of survival. What followed was years of rehabilitation, relearning basic life skills and rebuilding an entirely new life. In this powerful episode of Author Conversations, Donna shares the extraordinary story behind her books Headstrong and Heartstrong, beginning with the catastrophic ATV accident that left her with a severe traumatic brain injury and continuing through one of the most remarkable recovery journeys you'll hear. Doctors gave Donna ...

“My parents held a very good persona. I continued to try to impress upon the authorities that what they saw on the outside was not what was going on on the inside. Nobody bought it. Nobody believed it.” Christa Jan Ryan What happens when a child tells adults that home is unsafe—and nobody believes her? Christa Jan Ryan describes growing up in a respected family while trying unsuccessfully to convince adults that she and her siblings were not safe at home. She explores the childhood trauma behi...

Is it ever too late to pursue the dream you kept putting off? Ray Denyer became an author in his sixties — and his message is simple: never give up. After decades of making up stories for his family, encouragement from his 14 grandchildren finally persuaded Ray to start writing them down. The result was Algernon Breadstick: The Hapless Knight, a warm, funny fantasy adventure about an unlikely hero who fails, gets lost, makes mistakes — and keeps going. In this episode of Author Conversations,...

"Sometimes the most powerful memoir isn't written in chapters—it's written one poem at a time." What if the most difficult chapters of your life became your greatest source of strength? In this moving episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs...

“Successful relationships happen when your head, your heart and your physical connection are all moving in the same direction.” Why do some relationships thrive while others seem destined to fail? According to psychotherapist Dr René Vázquez del Valle, lasting relationships aren’t built on chemistry alone. They depend on something far deeper: the alignment of the head, the heart and the physical connection. Drawing on more than 30 years of clinical experience, René explains why so many intell...

“My main goal is for children just to be their best person… loving their animals, loving their families. It’s very important to me that children are happy and loved.” Joanne Stubenburg What can one rescued little dachshund teach children about kindness, bullying, compassion and responsibility? In this heartwarming episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs is joined by children’s author and illustrator Joanne Stubenburg, creator of The Crooked Dog series. Inspired by her real-life rescue da...

📡 A final Morse code message: "The lid has been opened." 🎙️ Author Conversations with David Dye Do Not Open: Ghost Ships, Hidden History and the Mystery That Refuses to Die What if one of the world’s most chilling maritime mysteries was only the...

“When you align with your spirit, you don’t chase success. You attract it.” Chris Sharpe ✨ Can spirituality actually make you more successful in business? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with author Chris Sharpe about his...

“Questioning accepted history isn’t an attack on faith. It’s a search for truth.” – Hans Peter von Liechtenstein 📚 What if some of the most widely accepted stories in history are incomplete? In this thought-provoking and radical episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with Hans Peter von Liechtenstein, author of The Jesus Twins: And Their Countless Incarnations. ⚠️ This episode explores Hans Peter von Liechtenstein’s personal interpretations of history, spirituality and biblical n...

“The frontier wasn’t built by men alone. Women claimed it, survived it and shaped it too.” — CK Van Dam 📚 What did it take for a woman to survive and thrive on the Dakota frontier? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs is joined by...

“God says what He means, and He means what He says.” 📖 What if one of the Bible’s most debated prophetic passages has been misunderstood for generations? In this fascinating episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with biblical scholar...

“A meaningful life is built on meaningful relationships. Everything else is subject to change.” 📱 What have we gained from technology… and what have we lost? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with storyteller,...

📚 What happens when a former top-performing salesman leaves city life behind and starts writing action thrillers from a ranch in Texas? 🎙️ In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs sits down with Robert Danger Workman, author of ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT! Alone Wolfe. ✍️ Robert discusses his remarkable journey from bestselling sales author to thriller novelist, the creation of private investigator Nick Wolfe, and why classic noir legends such as Mickey Spillane continue to influence his...

What if the struggles you face today didn’t begin with you? In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with author, therapist and hypnotherapy expert Zetta Thomelin about her book The Trauma Effect: Exploring and Resolving Inherited Trauma. Drawing on both professional experience and deeply personal family history, Zetta explores the fascinating idea that trauma, guilt, shame and emotional patterns can be passed down through generations, shaping lives long after the original eve...

In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with Laure Stack, an author and former educator whose children’s books are rooted in more than 20 years of working with young people. Laure discusses how her classroom experience shaped her writing, particularly the children who shut down when they believe they “can’t” do something. Her book Once Upon a Boy explores self-belief and the idea that children need encouragement to recognise their own potential. The conversation also looks a...

Could Donald Trump become the president who delivers reparations for Black Americans? In this episode of Author Conversations, broadcaster and journalist Chris Dabbs speaks with author Thomas Redick about his controversial and provocative book Time for Trump’s Patriotic Reparations. The discussion explores slavery, Jim Crow laws, lynching, historical injustice and whether the United States is approaching a political tipping point on reparations. Redick argues that, despite Donald Trump’s deeply...

In this episode of Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs, Chris speaks with author Mark Sacco about his gripping crime novel Owned By The Streets. Set against the backdrop of 1950s organised crime, the story follows Frank Gevono, an ambitious young man torn between the values of family life and the dangerous pull of the streets. As betrayal, romance and violence collide, Frank is forced to survive in a world where loyalty can mean life or death. Mark discusses the inspiration behind the book, th...

Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now, but for many people it still feels confusing, technical and overwhelming. In this episode of Author Conversations, Chris Dabbs speaks with award-winning author Rick Samara about his book AI for Beginners Demystified, a practical guide designed to help everyday people understand artificial intelligence without the complicated jargon. Rick shares how his background as a former Air Force intelligence officer helped him develop a talent for simplify...

In this episode of Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs, Chris speaks with Enice Toussaint, a Haitian-born author now based in Montreal, Canada. Joined by her children Max and Natacha Casimir, Enice discusses her remarkable four-volume memoir series Tales of a Multifaceted Life, a deeply personal body of work exploring hardship, migration, motherhood, resilience, forgiveness and healing. The conversation explores: Growing up in Haiti Life in New York during the 1970s Building a new life in M...

Sir Tim Melville-Ross joins Chris Dabbs on Author Conversations to discuss Tough Choices, an extraordinary first novel inspired by the lives of his father and grandfather. Spanning the late 19th and 20th centuries, the story moves from the Amazon jungle to early aviation, submarine warfare, espionage and the emotional aftermath of war. In this conversation, Sir Tim reflects on family history, courage, trauma, ambition and the difficult decisions that shape generations. In this episode: • Why Tou...

What happens when science meets faith? In this episode of Author Conversations with Chris Dabbs, former NASA engineer Steven Cole Chris speaks to former NASA engineer Steven Cole about faith, science and his interpretation of the Holy Spirit. He shares the thinking behind his book Catch the Wave — and explores one of the most profound and debated topics: the Holy Spirit. Drawing on his background in engineering and problem-solving, Steven offers a unique perspective on belief, spirituality and ...