Category Archives: Original Craft Productions

From Animorphs to Odd Otters, Katherine Applegate Brings the Talent

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Doug Dangler

New York Times bestselling author Katherine Applegate has written or cowritten an impressive number of books from the 54-volume Animorph series to her latest, Odder. We discuss the inspiration behind Odder, the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s surrogate mother program for orphaned … Continue reading →

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Iris Dement is Workin’ on a World, and We’re the Better for It

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Singer-songwriter Iris Dement has released seven albums since 1990, including her latest, Workin’ on a World. Her songs sometimes juxtapose heavy lyrics with upbeat music, letting the listener feel energized while contemplating the difficulties of life. While she doesn’t see … Continue reading →

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Dr Kelly Fishman Asks “Is Your Dog a Ninja Warrior?”

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Dr. Kelly Fishman is a veterinarian specializing in canine sports medicine, mobility, and rehabilitation. On this episode of Craft, she tells me about the importance of keeping dogs active to prevent arthritis and maintain muscle strength. She emphasizes using natural … Continue reading →

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Nora Neus: Writing “People-Centered Stories for a More Equitable World”

Posted on April 8, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Emmy-nominated producer, writer, and freelance journalist Nora Neus will visit the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s South High Branch on April 11 as part of the Authors at the Library series. Her most recent book is “Renegade Girls,” a young adult graphic … Continue reading →

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Vashti Harrison: Big Honors for a Great Writer

Posted on April 4, 2025 by Doug Dangler

American writer, illustrator and filmmaker Vashti Harrison is the New York Times bestselling creator of Big, winner of the 2024 Caldecott Medal, both the Coretta Scott King Book Award Author and Book Award Illustrator Honor, and a National Book Award … Continue reading →

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Love Murder? Check out the Slaycation podcast

Posted on March 22, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Long time Craft listeners (I believe there may be at least one) will know that I like horror fiction. Podcast host Kim Davis feels the same way about true crime and has a turned her interest into the comedic true … Continue reading →

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Mary Robinette Kowal: What if 1950s Space Exploration Were Very Different?

Posted on March 20, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Mary Robinette Kowal, author of The Martian Contingency, will appear with John Scalzi, author of When the Moon Hits Your Eye, to celebrate the release of their books on Sunday, March 23 at 2:00pm at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. Mary … Continue reading →

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Robert Bordone: Is Conflict an Obstacle or an Opportunity?

Posted on March 20, 2025 by Doug Dangler

The past few years have seen rising problems in the United States and increasingly divided citizenry. Conflict seems to be getting worse. So what can we do? Harvard negotiation expert Robert Bordone argues that conflict can be reframed as a … Continue reading →

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David Francey: A Poet Writing Songs

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Scottish-born Canadian singer-songwriter David Francey has released 13 albums, including his latest, “The Breath Between.” He’ll perform selections from across his catalog on February 14 at Six String Concerts. He talks about “The Breath Between,” created during the COVID-19 pandemic; … Continue reading →

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The Ohioana Library and Kimberlee Kiehl: Preserving Ohio’s Artistic Legacy

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Dr. Kimberlee Kiehl became Executive Director of the Ohioana Library in May 2024, and she joined me to discuss the library’s mission, notable collections, and upcoming events. Founded in 1929 by Martha Kinney Cooper (left), the Ohioana Library has worked … Continue reading →

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