The Funky Writer Show

The Funky Writer Show

The OG of Author Podcasts, interviewing writers since 2008. The Funky Writer Show is a dynamic experience of intelligence, humor and craft that is totally entertaining, hosted by Robert Batista.

Episodes

January 3, 2026 60 mins
Survivor and Storyteller, Anthony Brown, discusses his life of addiction, homelessness, and his awesome awakening to a life as an Author, Teacher and Healer.
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Author James Raquepau discusses his captivating book series set in ancient Celtic Ireland where gods and druids fight to control the Emerald Isle’s fate.
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November 29, 2025 63 mins
The author of the exciting Native American/First Nation folklore series, The Old Grandmother’s Tree is our guest.
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November 15, 2025 46 mins
Acclaimed author Beatriz Rojas discusses her dynamic book, The Light and The Void: Book One of The Sacred Balance.
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November 8, 2025 83 mins
From South Boston To Cambridge: The Making Of One Philadelphia Lawyer. Otis Lee, Attorney, Historian and Author, talks about his spiritual journey from child of the Jim Crow era to successful attorney and historical writer.
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November 1, 2025 56 mins
Multi-Talented author, poet and musician, Jason Thornberry discusses his artistry while recovering from the effects of a traumatic brain injury.
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October 25, 2025 57 mins
Author and Former Literary Agent, Caroline Trussell discusses her YA Sci-Fi Fantasy novel, Enhanced and the therapeutic aspect of writing.
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October 11, 2025 59 mins
Dark Romance author Brianna Rose is our guest and she discusses her book, ‘Her Dark Promise’ and her years spent working for Disney.
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September 27, 2025 53 mins
Correctional Officer Lieutenant, Damien Smith discusses the day-to-day lives of officers both inside and outside the Correctional facility.
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Author and Journalist, B.R. Bates talks about writing True-Crime stories ripped from the headlines and her love for Classic Television.
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September 13, 2025 50 mins
The author of twelve books, Will Tinkham discusses plot, story and research and why blogs are not as popular as they once were.
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September 6, 2025 41 mins
Veteran and longtime US Government worker, Vern Drayton discusses the highlights of his military and civil service career.
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Author-Singer and Content Creator, Lorraine Devon Wilke discusses her singing career and also her latest novel.
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August 23, 2025 85 mins
Discussion of her life, her family and most of all, her faith. Danita Batista, in her own words.
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August 22, 2025 54 mins
Internet music streamer Kevin Anthony discusses starting Psychedelic Jukebox and his love of 60’s music.
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August 9, 2025 43 mins
Discussion with author and musician Emily Scialom about her book ‘The Religion Of Self-Enlightenment’ and also her Poetry and Music.
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August 2, 2025 57 mins
Discussion on Fatherhood, Serving in the Military and juggling the tribulations of life with Chad Harris.
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July 19, 2025 49 mins
Special guest, Scott Batista Sr. discusses his battle with both a brain tumor and having the debilitating condition called Acromegaly.
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Author and Survivor, Virginia Branch courageously discusses her journey through life’s darkness and how she became a writer to survive.
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We are honored to have as our special guest, author, publisher and so much more, Robert Batista, who talks about his life’s journey.
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