The Premise
Here on The Premise Jeniffer and Chad Thompson talk to storytellers of all types. From authors to musicians, poets, screenwriters, and comedians we get down to the tiny grain of sand that becomes a pearl—getting to the story behind the storyteller.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 105
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Deb Rudell - Author of Grit & Grace: The Transformation of a Ship & a Soul
In this captivating episode, Jeniffer and Chad Thompson welcome Deborah Rudell, a college professor and author, who shares her remarkable journey of transformation in her memoir, Grit and Grace: The …
Judy Reeves - Author - When Your Heart Says Go
In this episode, Jeniffer and Chad welcome the talented Judy Reeves to discuss her poignant memoir, When Your Heart Says Go. Judy shares her journey of grief, travel, and self-discovery, exploring ho…
Richard T. Williams - Unlocking the Secrets of Book Distribution!
In this exciting episode, we welcome Richard T. Williams, Vice President of Business Development at Independent Publishers Group (IPG), to discuss the ins and outs of book distribution. Join us as we…
Season 6 Trailer - Unveiling the Secrets of Storytelling and Publishing
In this exciting episode, hosts Jeniffer and Chad Thompson kick off their sixth season by delving into the fascinating world of publishing. They explore the intricate journey of authors and the stori…
Dennis James Sweeney - Author - Teacher
In this episode, Jeniffer and Chad Thompson sit down with the insightful author Dennis James Sweeney to discuss his book, How to Submit: Getting Your Writing Published with Literary Magazines and Sma…
Susan Casey - Adventurer- Author of The Underworld
Jeniffer speaks with Susan Casey, adventurer and author, via Warwick’s to talk about her experiences studying, observing and interacting with the mysterious deep ocean.
Since 2005, Susan has been wri…
Keith Rosson author of Fever House and Devil by Name
Keith Rosson is a living testament to how hard work and taking the long road can pay off. He’s the author of several novels, and the award-winning short story collection, Folk Songs For Trauma Surgeo…
Patty Lin - Author - End Credits: How I Broke Up with Hollywood - Writer: Freaks and Geeks, Friends, Desperate Housewives, and Breaking Bad
Patty Lin was a successful television writer for hit shows from Friends and Desperate Housewives to Freaks and Geeks and Breaking Bad. Many people dream of this. She dreamed of it. But Patty was trap…
Susan Lieu - Playwright - Author of The Manicurist’s Daughter
Despite the darker topics of generational trauma and tragic, unnecessary death, this episode is humorous, quirky, and full of energy. This is likely because the guest, Susan Lieu, is so fun. She is a…
Matt Coyle - Author of the Rick Cahill Series
In another San Diego Writers Festival-related episode, Jeniffer talks with local San Diego author, Matt Coyle. He shares his process in character and story building and discusses his Rick Cahill seri…
John Jennings - Author - The Uncertainty Solution: How to Invest with Confidence in the Face of the Unknown
John Jennings is the author of The Uncertainty Solution, which is a book on investing. But it’s anything but boring. It’s actually super entertaining and insightful, much like John himself. He also d…
Téa Obreht - Author The Morningside, Inland, The Tiger's Wife
In this episode, Jeniffer speaks with Téa Obreht at Warwick's Books. If you're a fan of her other novels, you'll love listening to Téa read a passage from her latest, The Morningside. She talks with …
Swan Huntley - Author - I Want You More and You're Grounded: An Anti-Self-Help Book to Calm You the F*ck Down
Jeniffer and Chad chat with Swan Huntley about her latest novel, I Want You More. The novel follows Zara Pine, a ghostwriter who becomes absorbed into the life of a celebrity chef over a summer in Ea…
Zibby Owens - Founder of the Zibby Media empire, book influencer and author of Blank
Zibby Owens is truly a book lover. So much so that she has a book empire of sorts. She owns a bookstore in Santa Monica, started a publishing house, and founded Zibby Media. She also hosts the podcas…
Anastasia Zadeik & Bethanne Patrick - Writing Through Darkness: Mental Health Narratives
In this episode of The Premise, Jennifer and Chad talk with Anastasia Zadeik, author of the novel The Other Side of Nothing, and Bethanne Patrick, memoirist of Life B, to explore their nuanced exper…
Tommy Orange - Beyond the Pages: Exploring Identity and Inheritance
In this episode, Jennifer sits down at Warwick's Books with Pulitzer Prize Finalist, Tommy Orange. He is the author of There There, and most recently, Wandering Stars. Tommy is an enrolled member of …
Belo Cipriani - Oleb Books - Digital Inclusion Strategist, Author, and Teacher
In this first episode of the fifth season Jeniffer and Chad welcome Belo Cipriani for his second interview with them. This episode was timed to air on Global Accessibility Awareness Day because Belo …
Alice Hoffman - Author The Invisible Hour
Jeniffer is joined via Warwick’s Books by prolific writer Alice Hoffman. Hoffman is most known for her book, Practical Magic, which was made into a film of the same name. The Invisible Hour is her la…
Smith Publicity
The guests so nice, we had them twice! Because their last episode was one our most listened to, Dan and Sandy from Smith Publicity are back. They share inside information on the publishing world and …