Mysterious Goings On

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We wrap-up our interview with Alex Greenwood about the origins of the John Pilate Mysteries. Today, guest interviewer Brian Hutton probes about Greenwood's actual involvement and brushes with a modern-day tragedy at the small college that eerily parallels the events that inspired the John Pilate Mysteries. Greenwood also discusses his creative process, how he chooses locales for stories, what he regrets about John Pilate's name, and shares hints of what's next in the series...

The John Pilate Mysteries now spans a decade with seven books, including the latest title, Pilate's Shadow. However, many readers are unaware the series is based on a tragic true story of murder in a small Midwestern town. Today, the tables are turned on MGO host and John Pilate creator Alex Greenwood, as guest host (and former guest!) Brian Hutton interviews Greenwood about that tragic truth, and how Greenwood turned it into a vibrant, critically-acclaimed mystery thriller series...

The perils of publishing, the rites of radio, and the weirdness of working with words are just a few of the subjects we cover when we welcome author, radio pro, podcaster, and paranormal fan Mark Groves to the show. Mark and Alex discuss their love of Halloween, writing, and Mark's real-life haunt investigations. Mark also chats about spook lights, fav books, how he's connected professionally to Sonic Drive-Ins and even the Amazing Kreskin...

What's that behind you? Is it the title of the new John Pilate Mystery? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex updates you on what's next...including a pretty epic October! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Public policy consultant by day, lead guitarist by night Jamie Green joins Alex to talk about how playing lead guitar in a popular 90s cover band keeps him on track. Jamie covers how his "day job" helps shape the quality of life of our community, what he gets from jamming and his thoughts on musical "genius". Turn it up to 11 and listen in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

When it comes to restaurants, Brian Hutton is something of an invisible man, and he likes it that way. As a food service product designer, Hutton helps create many of the kitchen tools and plating options that enhance your dining experience--and in a way, he hopes you don't even notice.  Join us as Hutton talks about his creative process, how life in the army informed his creativity, and that one big idea that got away. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify...

This week, Alex talks with photographer Duane Hallock, who views photography as an opportunity to capture the beauty hidden in plain sight. Duane's captivating photos are a favorite of people in Kansas City and beyond, and his story of overcoming adversity to see things previously unseen will surprise and delight you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Edited audio from Alex's recent Facebook Live session, where he announced the John Pilate Mysteries 10th Anniversary edition. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message