Mysterious Goings On

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. This is a must-listen for Halloween and horror fans! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

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.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

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

Here's the latest Alexa Flash Briefing in case you don't have Alexa. We are gearing up to do a 5-day-a-week flash briefing (up to 2 minutes of free, exclusive content) on Alexa every week....so sign up if you have an Alexa device snooping on you at home! Click here to get the Alexa Mysterious Goings On skill for your Alexa app! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Award-winning actor, director and community theatre leader Scott Bartley joins Alex to discuss his career and the ways he constantly challenges himself to improve his craft and offer audiences something new. Scott shares tales of his time as an actor in L.A., his take on what people don't understand about community theatre, and why after more than 30 years he's still trodding the boards. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Just a quick flash briefing about flash briefings, as well as an update about the People's Choice Podcast Awards. Click here to get the Alexa Mysterious Goings On skill for your Alexa app! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex is joined by noted writer, chef, and occasional critic Pete Dulin. They discuss Pete's intriguing marrying of his love of food into his writing, and his years of coverage of the Kansas City craft brewing, distilling, and wine scene. Pete even admits to a guilty pleasure or two when he's hungry while on the move. Don't miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

We're thrilled to kick off season 4 with a spirited discussion with legendary broadcaster and voiceover artist Mary McKenna! Mary discusses her life in radio, including terrestrial, satellite, internet and more. She also shares her thoughts on the radio industry in the age of #MeTo and the future of broadcasting. You'll also find out why she initially couldn't stand Alex and what makes her skin crawl. Don't miss it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Coming August 1, 2019: Season 4 of MGO! Join writer Alex Greenwood on the award-nominated Mysterious Goings On show as he explores the mystery of everyday creativity, with several new guests! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

URGENT! I need your help, listeners! Mysterious Goings On is up for a podcast award--and I need YOUR help! Vote for Mysterious Goings On (NOT "Mysterious Circumstances" please!) in the Peoples Choice and Arts categories. Here's How: Visit https://www.podcastawards.com/ Please don't wait! Deadline is July 21, 2019 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex explores what happened when he learned a fundamental part of himself may be taken away, and how he handled it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Is writing a competitive sport? Alex discusses this in the context of his recent half-marathon attempt. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex is joined by acclaimed authors Eden Baylee and Jason McIntyre. In this freewheeling conversation, the trio discusses writing, indie publishing and more. Listen for their takes on their own foibles as well as things they wish readers knew about the entire writing process. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex shares info about the spooky new cover for Book 4 in his mystery series, Pilate's Blood. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex shares info about the spooky new cover for Book 3 and Book 5 in his mystery series, Pilate's Ghost and Pilate's 7. Designer Jason McIntyre is in the process of reimagining all the covers in the series, and we share the news here, as well as some exciting projects coming up later this year as we celebrate TEN YEARS of JOHN PILATE. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Alex shares info about the cheeky new cover for Book 2 in his mystery series, Pilate's Key.  Jason McIntyre is in the process of reimagining all the covers in the series, and we share the news here, as well as some exciting projects coming up later this year as we celebrate TEN YEARS of JOHN PILATE. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/j-alexander-greenwood/message