Allan Westcott Chapman: Recent Episodes
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As I watched Last Week with John Oliver last night, I was astounded by the past and present of racial discrimination, plus his plan to end it in our country. He focused primarily on how we all need to work together in Congress and each local jurisdiction to change laws so that police actually “protect … Continue reading LAST WEEK WITH JOHN OLIVER POWERFUL PIECE →
Since “shelter in place”, social distancing, and wearing masks began, my wife and I have managed well by going out for regular exercise, walking, and/or running in our neighborhood. We missed not being able to do this at our regular sites of nearby beaches and lagoons. We got excited when we heard the announcement beaches … Continue reading YOUNG MISTER WUGIDGEM DISCOUNT PROGRAM, SLAVES ON HORSEBACK-EPISODE 2, AND A PRAYER →
When “shelter in place” began, I started writing book eight of Adventures with Mr. Wugidgem, Teen Freedom. The major hero, James Wugidgem is in a bad place. His volatile temper is at an all-time low flash point. He abandoned his magical training. His sister, Sally pushes him to seek help from Louise, a veteran golden … Continue reading TEEN FREEDOM-MAGICAL REALITY FANTASY-PLANNED DECEMBER, 2020 PUBLICATION →
I’m doing my best to stay positive during our uncertain trek through this minefield of mayhem and unpredictable future in our battle with Covid-19. I’m devoting more time to writing, running and walking nearly every day, and seeing neighbors I’ve never seen before. I find my smiles elicit a return smile. Sometimes the smiles are … Continue reading SLAVES ON HORSEBACK EPISODE AND TEEN TRANSFORMATION SCENE →
Nick Shepherd rockets up the UNRC Oil Company corporate ladder at warp speed. As he nears the highly coveted and competitive top spot, terrorism, marriage trauma, and an oil glut divert his trajectory. Nick loses his focus. Longevity runs in his family, and he wonders, “Is that all there is?” This leads him to take … Continue reading SLAVES ON-HORSEBACK-EPISODE 1 →
Today, I’m prefacing this podcast with a link for everyone terrified and exhausted by all the misinformation and uncertainty our leaders are bombarding us with. This week I listened to a Zoom broadcast by Kristian Andersen, PHD, a genomic epidemiologist at Scripps Research here in San Diego titled Outsmarting Emerging Pathogens in an Interconnected World. … Continue reading TEEN TRANSFORMATION EPISODE 20 →
Today, I’m addressing this podcast to parents and middle grade and teenage children. I have woven the essence of some of my important life lessons into each book. I don’t hammer them home. You’ll see the characters learn to be loving, accepting, caring people, even the parents. Before you move to this week’s audio … Continue reading TEEN TRANSFORMATION EPISODE 19 →
I’m probably speaking for most of the world’s population when I say, “This pandemic is the worst personal crisis of my life. Every day is filled with fear and overwhelm.” During this trial, I have found a few actions and activities which work for me in dealing with helpless feelings. Here they are: 1. Begin … Continue reading TEEN TRANSFORMATION EPISODE 18 →
When I’m outside running and walking during this stressful time of self quarantine and social distancing of at least six feet apart, I’m joyfully astounded at the mutual smiles and even brief pleasantries I exchange with everyone. This happens rarely in normal times. Maybe we really are social animals who have lost our way. I … Continue reading TEEN TRANSFORMATION EPISODE 17 →
In this prodigious period of pandemic, we are all catapulted into an environment none of us have ever experienced. Many of us have behaved in ways that reveal our dark sides. Many of us have connected with their compassionate side and helped total strangers in need. All of us are now spending time with our … Continue reading TEEN TRANSFORMATION EPISODE 16 →