Subscribe: In this second instalment of Single Measures, poet Gemma Reed reads a selection of her poetry about the English seaside. If you wish to contribute a story to Single Measures, […]
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Whisky & Words Episode 10: Timothy D Olsen
Subscribe: This is a very special episode of Whisky & Words. David’s guest is none other than his father, Timothy D Olsen. Together, father and son discuss writing process, motivations and […]
Whisky & Words Episode 9: Kit Jenkin
Subscribe: David’s guest in Episode 9 is Canadian short story author, Kit Jenkin. Kit shares his incredible short story ‘Regeneration’ and together they sample a measure of Jameson Black Barrel, […]
Whisky & Words Episode 8: Gemma Reed
Subscribe: Episode 8 sees David welcoming poet Gemma Reed onto the show. Gemma shares a selection of her poetry, they discuss the storytelling power of poetry in general and together they sample a […]
Whisky & Words: Single Measures #1
Subscribe: In this first instalment of Single Measures, David reads his own story ‘Panes of the Soul’. If you wish to contribute a story to Single Measures, feel free to […]
Whisky & Words Episode 7: Rosemary Collins
Subscribe: This episode sees David welcoming author and journalist Rosemary Collins. Rosemary shares excerpts from her upcoming novel, ‘How to Change the World’, and the pair sample a dram of […]
Whisky & Words Episode 6: John Campbell
Subscribe: This episode features writer John Campbell. He and David discuss the impact of relationships and feelings beneath the surface on writing fiction. John reads his story ‘In His Hands’ […]
Whisky & Words Episode 5: Simeon Smith
Subscribe: David’s guest in this episode is author Simeon Smith. Simeon shares an extract of an award-winning short story and they discuss writing as escapism as well as how to […]
Whisky & Words Episode 4: Ellie Paskell
Subscribe: In this episode, David welcomes writer and actress Ellie Paskell. Known for performances on television and the stage, Ellie discusses her rekindled passion for writing and the motivation behind […]
Whisky & Words Episode 2: Mina Mitich
Subscribe: In this episode, David sits down with poet Mina Mitich in order to discuss the power of poetry, expression and constant self-evaluation. Mina reads a varied selection of her […]