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Drunken Pen Writing Podcast

Drunken Pen Writing
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Cormac Mccarthy
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Kurt Vonnegut
The Road
Crime and Punishment
Future Classics
Creativity
Native Son
A Confederacy Of Dunces
Writing
Moby Dick
Literature
James Joyce
Gothic Literature
Poetry
Modern Literature
Wuthering Heights
The Boatmore Butcher
Richard Wright

A nonprofit writing and arts podcast aimed at exploring various aspects to the craft of writing, reading, drinking, and literature's impact on society and pop culture. A mix of raunchy humor and useful information, DPW is sure to have something you'll enjoy.

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In today's extended cold open, we perform a terrible review of the wild novel "Ham on Rye" by Charles Bukowski. After that, we do an even more terrible job of discussing the 2026 Bram Stoker Awards.

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We kick today's episode in the ass with some Charles Bukowski talk! After that, we discuss another list about the Great American Novel. This one tries to define what that truly means and if it's possible for a single novel to take the crown as the de... more

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We kick off today's episode by discussing how terrible everything is and how it's similar to John Steinbeck's super-depressing novel The Grapes of Wrath. After that, we read a list of the most American novels according to the folks over at Esquire.

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We begin today's episode with a terrible review of Gravity's Rainbow, followed by our current reads. After that, we read and discuss the top 100 books according to the readers of The Guardian.

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Nick Ulanowski
Journalist, poet, novelist, owner of Starving Author Press
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Episode: #222: Comic Book Confessions With Nick Ulanowski
David Scott Hay
Author of The Butcher of Nazareth; previously a guest on the show
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Episode: #215: Getting Blasphemous With David Scott Hay
Neil Gaiman
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Episode: #212: Overrated American Novels
Kurt Luchs
A humorist and poet, author of 'Tributaries, Essays & Verses Flowing From and Celebrating Poems'
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Episode: #208: The Funny Side Of Poetry With Kurt Luchs
L. Stephenson
Author of the short story collection When Strange Things Bite
Episode: Storycast #4: The Crimson Tower

Hosts

Caleb James
Host of the Drunken Pen Writing Podcast with ongoing banter and engagement in the writing and publishing discourse.
Spencer W. Church
Co-host and contributor with recurring presence, often driving discussions around literature and publishing culture.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Pretending To Be Stupid

    Just listened to episode #183 where they discuss Lester Dent’s pulp writing formula, and the hosts couldn’t seem to get through a single sentence without struggling with either perfectly ordinary English words or incredibly simple ideas. At one point, they muse about the meaning of the phrase “getting it in the neck”, as if this is some ridiculous concept. One of them even says, “What does that even mean?” I’m not sure who this attitude is supposed to help or amuse. Is anyone genuinely supposed ... more

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    Lester Dont
    United States3 months ago
  • No good

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    dmatb
    a year ago
  • Very entertaining!

    These guys are funny. Like nearly spit your Prosecco out funny. They talk books, booze, and writing. Don’t let the catchy name fool you, Caleb and Spencer’s intelligent discussions will have you laughing and learning.

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    5
    Wendy - Prosecco N Prose
    United States4 years ago
  • Good stuff!

    Great writing advice while being highly entertained.

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    5
    Robbie Radical
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners seem to enjoy industry critique and candid writing discussions.
Affection for the banter and humor, paired with thoughtful book-talk.

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#214 Fancy Book Q&A
Q: What are three or five books you wish you could go back to reread for the very first time and get that same feeling from the first read of a great book?
They discuss titles they'd love to revisit to recapture initial awe, noting how context and maturity change the reading experience and revealing which works remain powerful on a second pass.
#214 Fancy Book Q&A
Q: What are your top five books and why are they your favorites? Writing style, author story, and why you think other people should read these books?
Spencer and the other host name off their picks, explaining language, themes, and the personal connection each book has with them, highlighting how language shapes writing and the enduring value of classic and contemporary works.

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What is Drunken Pen Writing Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, beer-tinged discussion about books, writing, and publishing, mixing thorough literary analysis with irreverent banter. Episodes cover writing craft, manuscript culture, publishing industry trends, and pop-culture-adjacent book debates, often looping in AI, adaptations, and the economics of indie publishing. The casual duo brings personal publishing adventures, author interviews, and storytelling energy, making dense topics approachable with humor and practical takeaways for writers, readers, and industry observers. Highlights include sharp takes on controversial works, deep dives into craft decisions, and a candid vibe that blends critique with camaraderie. Potential listeners will likely enjoy the approachable, no-nonsense style a... more

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