Strength To Be Human --Global Arts & Affairs Podcast, Hosted by Mark Antony Rossi
2021-04
Episodes

Friday Apr 30, 2021
S3 E198: Classic Spotlight Series -- Thoughts on Emily Dickinson
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
another brief examination of a brilliant literary star torn between talent and mental illness.

Saturday Apr 24, 2021
S3 E197: Fighting the Superficial to Find the Truth
Saturday Apr 24, 2021
Saturday Apr 24, 2021
In the Western World whether its work or family, society or religion, we cling to superficiality and dishonesty as a means of protection but in the end does it move society forward; does it make a better world. In this show we tackle how and why a writer should speak out and help improve life in general.

Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
S3 E196: Open House -- Literary Questions
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
New format on 15 literary questions from listeners that are not so tied to past episodes.

Monday Apr 19, 2021
S3 E195: It's About the Words
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
This is one is sort of like a refresher to help us stay on course and not be diverted by nonwriting silliness of the day. We cover:
words
images
feelings
time management

Friday Apr 16, 2021
S3 E194: Why Negative Moods Spark Creativity
Friday Apr 16, 2021
Friday Apr 16, 2021
In this episode we explore how intense dark states of behavior are more responsible for creative work than happier times.
intro
focal points
funny points
final thoughtd

Monday Apr 12, 2021
S3 E193: Making a Living as a Writer in the 21st Century
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
We outline all the practical, impractical and difficult paths thrown at a modern day writer. Section include:
1. new world of writing
2. the writer's work ethic
3. publishing
4. marketing
5. final word

Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
S3 E192: Nostalgia as a Poor Substitute for Memory
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
Wednesday Apr 07, 2021
In this episode we peek into the roots and dangers of excessive nostalgia in writer's lives. how and when we deal with denial and suppression will decide if we are healthier people and more authentic writers.

Monday Apr 05, 2021
S3 E191: Crash Course on Military Writing
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Monday Apr 05, 2021
In an effort to help our military members (of all nations) with the important task of writing various reports military style I put together this episode as an useful guide. In it we cover:
1. concise writing/ military editing
2. point paper
3. position paper {food for thought}
4. executive summary
5. military report

Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
S3 E190: Mystic Chords of Memoir
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
the memoir has become the fastest growing literary device in the past twenty years. in this episode we delve into some history, a few notable examples and the various themes of memoir like:
transformation
confessional
professional
travel