In this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Judith Hobson for her first appearance as she shares the inspiration behind her charming book, An Old Little Lady. Hobson takes listeners into a gentle, humorous story that explores the quiet joys and unexpected surprises of moving from city life to the countryside during one’s senior years. Through simple moments and keen observation, the book captures the warmth of new beginnings and the comfort found in everyday discoveries.As the conversation unfolds, Judith Hobson reflects on themes of adaptation, companionship, and finding delight in life’s small details—from friendly wildlife and stray cats to the less-welcome surprises of country living. This episode offers a heartfelt look at aging with curiosity and grace, making it a comforting and relatable listen for readers who appreciate cozy storytelling and thoughtful reflections on change.

On this episode of The BrightWord Books Podcast, we welcome author Charles A. Cottom for his first appearance as he discusses his thought-provoking book, Notes from Outside the Box. Cottom invites listeners to step beyond conventional thinking and explore the deeper forces shaping human existence, creativity, and conflict. Drawing from science, philosophy, and reflection on the evolution of the universe, he challenges us to reconsider how we see ourselves, our history, and our shared future.Through this engaging conversation, Cottom unpacks the central ideas of Notes from Outside the Box, presenting humanity as part of a much larger creative process and emphasizing our fundamental interconnectedness as “One People.” He explains how the book’s unique, step-by-step structure allows readers to absorb complex ideas gradually—each “rung” offering fresh insight into why humanity has reached its current moment and how we might move forward. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin viewing the human condition from a truly expansive perspective.

The BrightWord Books Podcast welcomes author Robert McGuiness for his first appearance, featuring an in-depth conversation about his evocative and philosophical work, The Attenuating Puritan. In this episode, McGuiness introduces listeners to an altruistic hero whose journey is shaped by moral purity, inherited burdens, and unwavering faith, offering a powerful reflection on the human struggle to remain steadfast in a complex and often corrupted world.Through poetic imagery and thoughtful dialogue, the discussion explores themes of sacrifice, resilience, and spiritual discipline, as well as the modern challenges posed by environmental toxins and moral decay. The Attenuating Puritan emerges as both a symbolic pilgrimage and a call to conscious living, inviting listeners to reflect on personal responsibility, inner restoration, and the enduring quest for the divine within the earthly realm.