Rendezvous With A Writer Podcast

#179 Guests Casey Nash and Scott McCrea

THE MEN BEHIND THE BADGECASEY NASH AND SCOTT MCCREAHosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell 
Join us for a lively conversation with two great storytellers!
 
During this year of AMERICA250, Dusty Saddle Publishing (DSP) is releasing a special series of twelve novels to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. Each celebrates the grit, pioneer spirit, and the heroism of our Western American heritage.
The Series Editor, SCOTT MCCREA and author CASEY NASH entertain us with the backstory to JUBAL STONE U.S. MARSHAL – THE BLADE THAT CUTS DEEP, the first book in the series. Written by Casey Nash, and starring his beloved and fearless, U.S. Marshal Jubal Stone, the story highlights the Kentucky-born Alamo hero James “Jim” Bowie. Once you meet Jubal Stone you’ll want to ride along wherever the trail leads him!
 
We chat with Scott about his newest title - just released last week - U.S. MARSHAL EZRA FLINT: FLINT'S BULLET. What a story!
 
Join us for lively conversation about writing westerns with a bit of music mixed in!
 
Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band  "Jim Bowie: Adventurin' Man" performed by The Prairie Chiefs."Lawman" performed by The High Country Cowboys.
"Heart Behind The Badge" written and performed by Joni HarmsSponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired April 9, 2026  

#178 Guests Peter Sherayko, Manuela Schneider and Henry C. Parke

LET'S GO TO THE MOVIES! PETER SHERAYKO, MANUELA SCHNEIDER, AND HENRY C. PARKEHosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Watch the live video! 
Join us for an engaging conversation with our three guests, each one involved with movie making. Each one either writes, produces, directs, acts in, or reviews films and each one is an expert in their craft.
MANUELA SCHNEIDER joins PETER SHERAYKO and HENRY C. PARKE for a lively chat about the art of filmmaking today, especially when firearms have a role. Henry, Film Editor for "True West Magazine," takes the lead and gives us his monthly scoop on current Western films and TV shows, “Henry’s Western Round-up.”  Check out Henry's terrific book, THE GREATEST WESTERNS EVER MADE AND THE PEOPLE WHO MADE THEM.Multi-talented Manuela Schneider has been filming a movie based on her new book, DR. GOODFELLOW. Peter Sherayko is a recognized historian and actor, best known for his work on western movies. He is the author of a new important instructional manual on how to safely use firearms for the movie industry and for entertainment purposes, PROVE IT SAFE: GUN SAFETY FOR THE MOVIES. Enjoy short music clips provided by Michael Anderson and Jim Jones, from their songs "The Resurrection of Cody" and "Tombstone Dreams."  With a shared passion for western history, western film locations, and making movies, this is an entertaining conversation!Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band  "The Resurrection of Cody" written and performed by Michael Anderson"Tombstone Dreams" written and performed by Jim JonesSponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired April 2, 2026  
 

#177 Guest Sherry Roberts

DREAMS OF BEING A COWBOYSHERRY ROBERTS Hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Watch the live video!
As a youngster, did you dream of being a cowboy? Was a cowboy hat, boots, and a horse on your Christmas list every year? If you ever dreamed of living the cowboy life, then you’ll enjoy these books!
Award-winning author SHERRY ROBERTS weaves two heart-felt stories about growing up in the 1930s and1940s. JUST CALL ME PARDNER and JUST LOOK AT THOSE BOOTS are chapter books based on tales passed down by her father, both are must-reads for history lovers and those who enjoy stories of the American West.Sherry chats with us about the backstories of both books, inspired by tales her father told about growing up in the late 1930s - 1940s on the family farm in Northeastern Oklahoma. We experience daily life through the eyes of the main character, a very likeable A.J. Like many youngsters enthralled with the movie cowboys, while doing his daily chores and attending school, he daydreams of the cowboy life.  A.J. learns daydreaming can have challenging consequences! Enjoy curated music selections of Gene Autry, Trinity Seely, Syd Masters, and Dave Stamey. Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band  "Oklahoma Hills" performed by Gene Autry from the album "The Essential Gene Autry""A Cowboy Hat" written and performed by Trinity Seely from her album "Old Poly Rope." "Cowboy's Ride" performed by Syd Masters from his album "Frontier Cowboy Songs""If I Had A Horse" written and performed by Dave Stamey from his album "If I Had A Horse" Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired March 26, 2026  

#176 Guest James Wade

A RIVETING SOUTHERN GOTHIC NOVEL!JAMES WADEHosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Watch the live video! 
2026 WESTERN WRITERS OF AMERICASPUR AWARD FINALIST - HISTORICAL NOVEL
Award-winning author, JAMES WADE, joins us for a conversation about his critically acclaimed novel NARROW THE ROAD. We couldn’t put it down, and neither will you! Set in 1932 in East Texas this story will grab a hold of you and won't let you go! Our suggestion - have a pitcher of water at hand for those times the landscape will leave you parched, and a light on for the eerie moments. We chat about Wade's writing process and the inspiration behind the storyline including WWI Veterans and their challenges, the daunting landscape, and a cast of memorable characters. Alive with grit and tenderness, this is an unforgettable story of the power of friendship to sustain us through loss, betrayal, and devastating consequences. Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band "A Hard One To Know" written and performed by Allan Chapman from his album "Under Blue Skies.""Git Along Little Dogies" performed by John A. Lomax from his album "Folk."Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired March 19, 2026  
 

#175 Guests Nick Wale, Jackson Lowry and Charles Ray

AMERICA250 SERIES LAUNCHES!NICK WALE, JACKSON LOWRY, AND CHARLES RAY Hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Watch the live video! 
Join us for a lively conversation with three great storytellers! NICK WALE, CEO of a leader in the Western publishing business, Dusty Saddle Publishing (DSP), and two of DSP’s most popular writers, JACKSON LOWRY and CHARLES RAY.
During this year of AMERICA250, DSP is releasing a special series of twelve novels to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. Each celebrates the grit, pioneer spirit, and the heroism of our Western American heritage.
The series opens with Book #1 – One of author Robert Vardeman's pennames is Jackson Lowry and he has written THE PATHFINDER: JOHN FREMONT a novel about John Charles Frémont and Kit Carson, and the opening of the West. Lowry is well-known to Western readers and he tells his tale with his customary narrative drive and grace. Here is a tale of fortitude, privation, courage and patriotism. "Song of the Trail" performed by Keeter Stuart and Trio Bravo from the album "Deeper West" opens this segment.
The series continues with - Charles Ray’s JIM BECKWOURTH, MOUNTAIN MAN-TRAILBLAZER. Ray brings Beckwourth roaring back to life with his signature blend of historical accuracy, high-stakes action, vivid frontier details, and the kind of unbreakable spirit that defines the America250 Series. "Man of the Mountains" performed by Jim Jones, a co-write with Bruce Huntington from Jim's album "Favorites" opens this segment.
Meet these entertaining storytellers and the heroes they write about under the DSP America250 banner!Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band "Song of the Trail" performed by Keeter Stuart & Trio Bravo is from their album "Deeper West.""Man of the Mountains" performed by Jim Jones, a co-write with Bruce Huntington is from Jim's album "Favorites."Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired March 12, 2026  

#174 Guests Bob Boze Bell, C. Courtney Joyner and Henry C. Parke

TRUE WEST COVERS THE AMERICAN WESTBOB BOZE BELL, C. COURTNEY JOYNER, AND HENRY C. PARKEHosts Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Watch the live interview!STUART ROSEBROOK, True West Magazine Editor At Large, was planning to be with us. At the last moment, he was called away yet sent everyone a "Big Western Howdy!"Engaging stories all around!Join us for an engaging conversation with our three guests! Executive Editor BOB BOZE BELL, Film Editor HENRY C. PARKE, and former Film Editor C. COURTNEY JOYNER all part of the TRUE WEST MAGAZINE editorial team! Henry takes the lead and gives us his scoop on current Western films and TV shows, “Henry’s Western Round-up.”  Bob Boze Bell, “America’s Western Storyteller,” gives us a “behind the scenes” look at stories gathered for the publication. Courtney Joyner, an author, screenwriter, filmmaker, director and historian of the American West shares his insights into why the West remains relevant today.  Tune in for a lively discussion about today’s publishing industry, what’s changed, and what we can expect in the future. Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired March 5, 2026  

#173 Guest Clarissa Willis

STRENGTH TAKES MANY FORMSAUTHOR CLARISSA WILLIS CHATS with hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean BellWatch the LIVE video on YouTube Have you enjoyed the “Little House on the Prairie” series of children’s books written by Laura Elizabeth Ingalls Wilder? Did you know she had a sister, Caroline Celestia Ingalls, known as Carrie?
Join us with our guest award-winning children’s author and educator CLARISSA WILLIS for an enlightening conversation about her book CARRIE INGALLS: THE FORGOTTEN SISTER. Clarissa shares her insight, “While Laura chronicled their life on the frontier, Carrie became an independent journalist, newspaper editor, and landowner. She quietly influenced the future of fellow homesteaders and shows that strength can take many forms.”
A native of Arkansas and lifelong advocate for children’s learning, Willis has built a distinguished career blending storytelling, scholarship, and service. An award-winning children’s author and educator Clarissa Willis has been named the 2026 inductee into the Arkansas Writers Hall of Fame, honoring her decades-long
contribution to literature and education.Music Played"Song of the Pioneer" - Al Pickrin - CD  "Pale Moon on the Prairie""Little Old Shanty on the Claim" - Liz Masterson - CD "Hills of Early Morn'""The Blizzard" - Barry Ward - CD "Lonesome County Road"Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired February 26, 2026  

#172 Guest Olivia Harms

MAKING MUSIC ON THE ROAD RECORDING ARTIST OLIVIA HARMS CHATS with hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean BellWatch the LIVE Video on YouTube
Enjoy the music and backstories of guest singer/songwriter/ and recording artist OLIVIA HARMS! Born to Western Music royalty, Olivia Harms, known as the "Rhinestone Cowgirl" has stepped out on her own to craft music that is equal parts Texas, Bakersfield, and Nashville country, making her very own Country Western Honky-Tonk sound.
Olivia knew early on that she wanted to chase a career in music. When she was 6 years old, Santa Claus delivered her first guitar and sparked her love of songwriting. She grew up performing on stages all over the world with her mother, International Western Music Hall of Fame member, Joni Harms. Today, she handles most of her own booking, PR, and social media accounts in addition to writing, recording and playing more than 200 shows a year.
In 2025 Olivia was hand selected by Taylor Sheridan and Blake Shelton to be part of their brand new television series, “The Road.” The series followed twelve musicians on tour while they opened for Keith Urban each week competing, trying to win over fans, and stay on tour for their chance to become the next big country star. The series premiered on CBS and Paramount Plus. We talk about music, songwriting, and her experiences making music on the road.Music Played"I'm On My Way""Hey There Cowboy""This Ain't My First Rodeo" "Kiddie Pool""Sent From Above"Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired February 19, 2026  
 

#171 Guest Thomas D. Clagett

COME TO ME CHILDREN. COME TO THE RIVERSIDE.THOMAS D. CLAGETT CHATS with hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean BellWatch the Live Video on YouTube.Add one part history, one part legend, one part murder, one part greed, and one part horror. Combine well with a ghost story, add the author’s gripping writing and what do you get? A haunting tale you will not be able to put down…or forget… THE RIVER GHOST.
Award-winning author THOMAS D. CLAGETT joins us to share the backstory to this riveting, thrilling Gothic Western set in 1883 New Mexico Territory – in a town called Santa Fe.
 
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThomasDClagett Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired February 12, 2026  

#170 Guests Paul Andrew Hutton and Henry C. Parke

A GRAND NARRATIVE OF THE AMERICAN WEST PAUL ANDREW HUTTON and HENRY C. PARKE CHAT with hosts Jim and Bobbi Jean BellWatch the live interview! 
Join us for an engaging conversation with our two guests! PAUL ANDREW HUTTON, award-winning historian and author, joins True West Magazine Film Editor HENRY C. PARKE. 
First, Henry presents his monthly, “Henry’s Western Round-up,” reporting on current Western films and TV shows. Then, we talk with Paul Andrew Hutton about his latest critically acclaimed book on the history of the American frontier, THE UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY: TRIUMPH, TRAGEDY, and the SHAPING OF THE AMERICAN WEST. The Wall Street Journal named it one of the Top Ten Books of 2025.   Jim and I must tell you...this is an amazing book - reads like a novel, at times humorous, at times horrifying and heartbreaking, yet so engaging and instructional you won't be able to put it down. In addition to the 7 iconic personalities we met a George Washington we didn't know, along with Dan Morgan, Pontiac, Rebecca Boone and daughters...the list of personalities Paul brings to life goes on and on. If you read nothing else of our nation's factual history during this year of America250 - you must read this!Find "everything Rendezvous" in one place! A BIG thank you to Janell Madison of "Clicks By Madison" for creating our landing page! Check it out - rendezvouswithawriter.com Hosts - Jim and Bobbi Jean Bell Opening and Closing Music - Hot Texas courtesy of Alex Dormont and the Hot Texas Swing Band Sponsored by Blue Cottage Agency  Clicks By Madison  and OutWest Shop Shop ALL Rendezvous With A Writer book titles HERE Aired February 5, 2026