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S. 8, Ep. 12: Philip Marlowe in ‘The Old Acquaintance’
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features another entry in the Adventures of Philip Marlowe entitled “The Old Acquaintance.” You might even see a few “old acquaintances” in the video version. And OMG, this is so obviously like Firesign Theatre’s “The Further...
My Book Review of ‘A Mind for Murder’
Hi today, I'm reviewing A Mind to Murder by Daniella Bernett. I almost said Emmeline Kirby. <Laugh> Emmeline didn't write the book. Emmeline is the main character along with Gregory Longdon. It's an Emmeline Kirby/Gregory Longdon mystery, and I read it on my...
The Crime Cafe with Philip Marlowe in ‘The Old Acquaintance’
This week's episode of the Crime Cafe will feature another entry in the Adventures of Philip Marlowe entitled "The Old Acquaintance." You might even see a few "old acquaintances" in the video version. 🙂 Watch for the footage from the show Honey West (played by...
S. 8, Ep. 11: Interview with Crime Writer Indy Perro
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with crime writer Indy Perro. Don't miss our discussion of Central City, small towns, crime, and a bit of philosophy! 🙂 Before I bring on my guest, I’ll just remind you that the Crime Cafe has two eBooks...
My Book Review of ‘Tell Us No Secrets’
Hi! Today, I'm reviewing Tell Us No Secrets by Siena Sterling. Wow. "Tell us no secrets and we'll never tell lies." Ooh, this book. Yeah, read it. Yeah. I, I gotta tell you though. Wow. I am so glad I never went to an all-girls school, if it's anything like this. And...
The Crime Cafe with Indy Perro
My guest for this episode of the Crime Cafe is crime writer Indy Perro. Check out our discussion of Central City--both the book and the setting! 🙂 Check out the podcast's Patreon page.
S. 8, Ep. 10: Interview with Filmmaker Eva Vitija
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with screenwriter and documentarian Eva Vitija Her latest film is a documentary of the life of crime writer Patricia Highsmith. And it's fascinating stuff! 🙂 Before I bring on my guest, I’ll just remind you...
Guest Post and Book Giveaway from Indy Perro
This guest post and book giveaway comes from crime writer Indy Perro who'll be featured on the program soon. Be sure to check out his incredibly cool website! He's giving away free Audible codes for his novel, Central City, to the first five listeners who sign up for...
The Crime Cafe with Filmmaker Eva Vitija
My guest for this episode of the Crime Cafe is Eva Vitija, whose new documentary Loving Highsmith makes her a perfect guest for this show. Check out our discussion about her research into Patricia Highsmith while making a film about her life, and prepare to learn...
S. 8, Ep. 9: Interview with Crime Writer Kimberly McCreight
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with crime writer Kimberly McCreight. We discuss her latest novel, Friends Like These, as well her other books, some of which are being adapted for the screen. That's exciting! Before I bring on my guest,...
My Book Review of ‘Murder at the Driskill’
Hi! Today, I'm reviewing Murder at the Driskill by Kathleen Kaska. I loved this book. I just loved this book. A Sydney Lockhart mystery. Sydney Lockhart is just, has just won my heart over. I mean, I just, she's awesome. She's great. She is a single woman who doesn't...
The Crime Cafe with Kimberly McCreight
My guest for this episode of the Crime Cafe is crime writer Kimberly McCreight. Check our discussion of her work, including her latest book, Friends Like These. It's awesome. For bonus episodes and more, check us out on Patreon!
S. 8, Ep. 8: Interview with Crime Writer Lee Matthew Goldberg
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with crime writer Lee Matthew Goldberg. Check out our discussion of crime writing, screenwriting, and our favorite movies and books. Including, but not limited to, the awesome Twin Peaks! Before I bring on...
Book Review Roundup #2
Hi I have another review roundup today, a bunch of these. My first one is What Jonah Knew. Barbara Graham wrote this, and this is very interesting. It's a kind of an interesting concept. The protagonist, one of them anyway, is this woman named Helen who loses her son....
The Crime Cafe with Lee Matthew Goldberg
My guest for this episode of the Crime Cafe is crime writer Lee Matthew Goldberg. Join us while we talk about crime writing, screenwriting, and our favorite movies and books, amongst other things. Get bonus episodes and more when you support the podcast on...
S. 8, Ep. 7: Interview with Crime Writer Dwyer Murphy
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with crime writer Dwyer Murphy. Check out what he has to say about his debut novel, AN HONEST LIVING, as well as his favorite crime writers and movies. Before I bring on my guest, I’ll just remind you that...
The Crime Cafe with Dwyer Murphy
My guest for this episode of the Crime Cafe is crime writer Dwyer Murphy. Check out our conversation about his novel, An Honest Living. Not to mention our deep and abiding love of film noir and neo-noir! 🙂 And don't forget to check us out on Patreon!
S. 8, Ep. 6: Interview with Crime Writer Joel Burcat
This episode of the Crime Cafe podcast features my interview with crime writer Joel Burcat. He writes a series of environmental thrillers that you'll want to hear about. Before I bring on my guest, I’ll just remind you that the Crime Cafe has two eBooks for sale: the...