The StoryMen welcome JR.’s favorite author of all time, Stephen R. Donaldson. Steve is the author of the best-selling fantasy series The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, as well as several more series. We discuss the religious power of stories, what it’s like to publish fantasy for four decades, and of course, the end of Thomas Covenant!
0:00 – JR.’s Best Birthday Present EVER
06:00 – The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant
10:00 – Stephen R. Donaldson & the Changing Publishing Landscape
15:30 – The Theology of Thomas Covenant and the Religion of Storytelling
30:00 – Why We Love Anti-Heroes (and Why Thomas Covenant Isn’t One)
38:00 – Steve and the Creator
43:00 – Saying Goodbye to Thomas Covenant
The StoryMen welcome Brad Lomenick to discuss his new book The Catalyst Leader. We discuss the unique challenges that face young leaders. 0:00 - Catching up and Corrections 3:30 - Book: The Catalyst Leader 9:00 - Where do the StoryMen lead? 18:00 - Brad Lomineck 42:00 - The Four (or Seven) Horsemen 44:15 - Lays Potato Chips Redux 45:30 - The Jackie Kessler Drawing