Episodes 15
Avg. Duration 46m
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Since Jun 2023
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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An interview series from the UnTaking Substack. Danny Anderson interviews writers and other artists who are working to make the world better through their art.

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5 Questions with David Ewald

Jan 05, 2026 1h 13m

Today's episode is a deep dive into the psychology of writing fiction. All the ambition. All the insecurity. Ravel Averof is the son of a famous author and has fixed his identity on being a…

The Delegation: An Interview With Avner Landes

Sep 15, 2025 1h 7m

In this episode, I talk with the delightful (and candid!) Avner Landes about his brilliant new historical fiction novel, The Delegation. The book follows the true story of two Soviet artists, Itzik…

Social Distancing: A Novel

Aug 13, 2025 1h 9m

For more book reviews, interviews, and other musings, subscribe for free hereFor the full review and more, visit the UnTaking SubstackThere's nothing quite like finding a book that takes a formless…

The Hotel Egypt: Love in the Time of Trump

Jul 03, 2025 1h 8m

For more author interviews, as well as essays and more, enter your email here for a free subscriptionIn this episode Danny Anderson talks with novelist Stuart Ross about his recent book The Hotel…

Horror and Indie Publishing: Desiree Horton

Jun 11, 2025 39m

If author interviews are your jam, subscribe to Danny Anderson’s UnTaking Substack and never miss a new releaseIn this episode, Danny Anderson is joined by Desiree Horton, a writer who proudly bears…

5 Questions for ... Kimberly McElhatten

May 09, 2025 52m

I had the great pleasure of speaking with Kimberly McElhatten, a writer, editor, and writing coach. Kimberly left a career in education to start her own business helping writers develop their craft…

5 Questions for Interesting People #9: Andrew Akers

Apr 16, 2025 1h 1m

In this episode, Danny Anderson talks to forest ranger and writer Andrew Akers. Andrew is a prolific writer, who has published some fascinating science fiction and fantasy stories. In addition, Akers…

Five Questions for Interesting (Writers) #8: Andrew Pessin

Jul 17, 2024 1h 18m

Today, Danny Anderson interviews Andrew Pessin, author of the new novel Bright College Years, published by Open Books Press.The novel is a fun and emotionally rich story about a group of Yale…

5 Questions For Interesting (Writers) #7 TJ Fuller

Jun 19, 2024 43m

In this episode, Danny’s conversation is with TJ Fuller, a writer and teacher from Portland, Oregon. Danny came across TJ’s work in a rather unorthodox way (listen to hear that story). In addition to…

5 Questions for Interesting People #6: Kevin Alexander

Apr 26, 2024 22m

This time, Danny Anderson is joined by , music critic, aficionado, and the man behind the popular music Substack On Repeat.In his responses to the five questions, Kevin discusses the importance of…

5 Questions For Interesting People #5: Adrian P. Conway

Apr 04, 2024 25m

5 Questions For Interesting People is an occasional interview project of the UnTaking substack. Both are free and I’d love for you to join us.It’s been a while since I’ve posted one of these…

5 Questions For Interesting People #4: Jeremy Hunt

Feb 13, 2024 31m

Joining the show today is Jeremy Hunt. Jeremy is a social media professional and musician. As Jeremy answers the Five Questions, we cover a range of topics, including:* Growing up as a Christian with…

5 Questions for Interesting People #3: William Collen

Sep 22, 2023 14m

Why is it so important that people start taking art seriously? What does it mean to take art seriously? In this episode, William Collenjoins us to talk about art and living in “The Ruins.” William’s…

5 Questions for Interesting People #2: Tim Rhodes

Jul 31, 2023 26m

On this episode, Aspiring Good Neighbor, Tim Rhodes discusses how his work as a writer and filmmaker springs from a compassion for the people that society tends to leave out.In answering the 5…

5 Questions for Interesting People #1: Adrian Neibauer

Jun 30, 2023 23m

In the very first episode of 5 Questions for Interesting People, I’m joined by Adrian Neibauer, a public school teacher from Colorado. In answering the five questions I have for him, Adrian talks…

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