This One's About. . .

Mission Point Press
  • 5.0 (10)
  • BOOKS

This One’s About… is a podcast by book people, for book people—featuring behind-the-scenes publishing insights, smart marketing tips, honest conversations with authors, and the occasional dramatic reading. Whether you’re a writer, reader, or just curious about how books come to life, this one’s for you.

Episodes

  1. JAN 14

    This One's About... Jen Wahi

    On a new, very special episode of This One’s About, Doug sits down with Mission Point Press CEO, Jen Wahi to discuss her motivation behind joining and leading the team at MPP. Jen discusses her passion for connecting with authors, her upbringing in a world of books, and “getting the band back together” to begin a new chapter in Mission Point Press’s journey. Learn more at missionpointpress.com.

    39 min

  2. 12/31/2025

    This One's About...You.

    Doug rounds out the first season of the podcast with a message of heartfelt thanks and a narration of a short story that highlights the power of books over a lifetime.

    10 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    This One's About...Josh Veith

    Doug sits down with Josh Veith, author of The Sudden Quiet series. A thorough discussion about passion, writing with intention, building a foundation from the known to create something unique and going in with every everything you have reveals a road map for creation. Josh generously offers insight into the world of his books while strengthening the resolve of the would be writer. All fans of sci-fi, fantasy and dystopian thrillers would do well to give his books a look. To find the books, head to www.joshuaveith.com

    53 min

  4. 12/03/2025

    This One's About...Kim Koontz

    Doug sits down with first time author Kim Koontz to discuss the process for writing her debut novel, The Catalyst: Book One: The Waiting. Kim reveals her unique entry into the world of writing, inspirations, listening to instinct and creating from a place that is reflective of the soul itself. To purchase the book or to learn more about the trilogy, head to kimkoontz.com

    53 min

  5. 11/19/2025

    This One's About...Joe Guthrie

    Doug sits down to discuss preserving the magic of Christmas and creating a unique vision in the space of shared tradition with author Joe Guthrie. It is no simple thing to take a seat at the table of beloved traditions, but a potent combination of heart, intention and passion make for a compelling case to try something new this holiday season.  Find the books at www.grandfatherchristmas.com

    28 min

  6. 11/05/2025

    This One's About... Charles Eisendrath

    Doug sits down with Charles Eisendrath to discuss a powerful memoir that is equal parts meditation, road map to living life well and instructions to feel awe. Over a lifetime as a foreign correspondent for Time Magazine, a professor of journalism at U of M, orchard management, grill invention, fishing, discovering, appreciating and surviving - Charles wrote various essays that examine how the massive and minuscule share the common thread of perception. If we gaze more often than simply look at the world around us, perhaps we will understand how magical the seemingly mundane truly is.

    54 min

  7. 10/22/2025

    This One's About... Jack Dempsey

    Doug sits down with researcher and author, Jack Dempsey. They discuss how consequential Governors were during the Civil War and specifically how Radical Austin Blair truly was. The research process for non-fiction books, how passions can span lifetimes, what lessons we can learn from the past and how to peek into history that is often forgotten are all discussed at great length.

    40 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    This One's About...Andrew Bridgeman

    Doug sits down with author Andrew Bridgeman to discuss inspiration for writing in later life, how an eclectic past can inform plot points, writing authentically from the POV of a different gender and measuring success by conversation in addition to units sold.  To pick up one or both of these electric thrillers, head to andrewbridgeman.com

    45 min

  9. 09/24/2025

    This One's About...Lauren Fischer

    Doug is Joined by author Lauren Fischer for a lengthy discussion about her upcoming novel release, Orphanland. They discuss how important it is not to shy away from difficult subjects for young adults, writing to emphasize a mystery, authentic representation and how technology can get in the way of ingesting stories. To order a copy of the book, head to laurenbfischer.com

    39 min

  10. 09/19/2025

    Trailer Episode

    Curious about the show? Want to know what you're getting into in a few short minutes? Take a listen to this brief episode and you will know what This One's About.

    5 min
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About

This One’s About… is a podcast by book people, for book people—featuring behind-the-scenes publishing insights, smart marketing tips, honest conversations with authors, and the occasional dramatic reading. Whether you’re a writer, reader, or just curious about how books come to life, this one’s for you.

Information

  • Creator
    Mission Point Press
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 This One's About. . .
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