Category Archives: Original Craft Productions

Steven Rowley: The Guncle Back in Competition

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Novelist Steven Rowley has written five books including Lily and the Octopus, The Editor, The Guncle, and its sequel The Guncle Abroad. His work has been published in 20 languages, and he received the 2023 Thurber Prize for American Humor. … Continue reading →

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What would the dead want to discuss? wonders Thurber Prize finalist Alison Espach

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Alison Espach‘s novel The Wedding People was not only a New York Times bestseller and Best Book of the Year pick but it granted her finalist status for the 2026 Thurber Prize for American Humor. During our talk, she described … Continue reading →

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How to write a lot of songs? John Gorka says, “Schedule it”

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Singer-songwriter John Gorka knows how to write songs. But he wasn’t always so disciplined about it. Listen in as he describes what changes he made that has allowed him to be a prolific and insightful songwriter. Then, check him out … Continue reading →

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Seriously, why do it, Seth Walker wants to know

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Singer‑songwriter Seth Walker’s latest album, his 12th, is Why The Worry, a meditation on modern anxiety I spoke with Walker ahead of his March 27 appearance at Natalie’s Grandview in Columbus. The title track, “Why The Worry,” was inspired by … Continue reading →

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Ben Berens: Giving kids ways to handle challenges

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Central Ohio author, photographer, and teacher Ben Berens’ young reader book Jump tells the story of a boy facing a big challenge: jumping off a diving board. (Hey, I had the same fear way back when.) Berens relied on his … Continue reading →

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Leslie Mendelson wants to know, “Where’s my Rock and Roll?”

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Singer-songwriter Leslie Mendelson’s song “Rock and Roll on the Radio” is a jaunty look at changes on US airwaves. I remember when rock and roll could’ve changed the world any day nowA revolutionIt’s the only solution -Leslie Mendelson Mendelson will … Continue reading →

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Lucy Darling brings her magic to Columbus

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Magician and variety artist Carissa Hendrix will perform in Columbus March 16–17 as Lucy Darling in a nontraditional variety show with Sarah Hester Ross. They’ll feature magic, singing, comedy, clown bits, and improv. But wait. Before there was Lucy Darling, … Continue reading →

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Ben De Le Cour: Writing the darkness of people

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Doug Dangler

Sometime categorized as “American Noir” Ben De Le Cour’s songwriting grew out of his musical upbringing, broad influences, and the evolution of his storytelling. De Le Cour, who will perform in Columbus with Six String Concerts on February 21st, reflects … Continue reading →

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Liana Kangas on Comics, Creativity, and Community

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Doug Dangler

I’m very lucky that my best friend is a huge Mothra fan – Liana Kangas Comic book illustrator & creator Liana Kangas took time from her fans at the GalaxyCon 2025 in Columbus to discuss her creative journey and recent projects. … Continue reading →

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Yack to the Future: A talk with David Josefsberg

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Doug Dangler

Broadway actor David Josefsberg plays Doc Brown in the touring musical adaptation of Back to the Future, in Columbus Jan 6-11. We discuss the changes in the musical version, such as added dance and songs, and his experiences with great … Continue reading →

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