Live at the Bangor Library: Reading The Ashborn & the Stories Behind It

Live at the Bangor Library: Reading The Ashborn & the Stories Behind It

What happens when Norse mythology, ancient folklore, and a small town in Southwest Michigan collide? In this special live episode of Between the Lines, recorded at the Bangor Branch Library in Bangor, Michigan, author Jeanette Huffman shares a live reading from her historical fantasy novel, The Ashborn, before joining co-host Rich Kopez for an in-depth conversation about the inspiration behind the story. Together they explore the research, history, and personal experiences that shaped the novel, including Viking exploration, Norse mythology, folklore, character development, and why Bangor, Michigan became the unexpected home of an ancient legend. During the conversation, Jeanette also reflects on one of the most emotional scenes she has ever written, discusses the evolution of Loki as a character, and shares her dream casting for a future film adaptation. 📖 A live reading from The Ashborn ⚔️ Viking history and Norse mythology 🌲 Why Bangor, Michigan inspired the novel 🧙 Folklore, witches, and supernatural fiction 💙 The personal experiences behind the story ✍️ Character development and identity 🎬 Dream casting The Ashborn Whether you're fascinated by mythology, enjoy historical fantasy, or simply love hearing authors discuss the creative process, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how stories grow from history, imagination, research, and personal experience. 📚 Learn more about Jeanette Huffman: https://www.amazon.com/author/jeanette-huffman [https://www.amazon.com/author/jeanette-huffman] If you enjoy Between the Lines, please follow the podcast and share this episode with another reader, writer, or mythology enthusiast. "Beyond the Lows" by The Whole Other Source: YouTube Audio Library "From Here On In" by Everet Almond Source: YouTube Audio Library "Cylinder Seven" by Chris Zabriskie Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Creative Commons License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/] Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/ [http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/] Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/ [http://chriszabriskie.com/] Between the Lines Podcast Hosted by Jeanette Huffman & Rich Kopez Recorded live at the Bangor Branch Library Bangor, Michigan In this episodeMusic Credits

RACHƎL – Prologue | A First Audiobook Preview

Before there were houses... there was the land. Welcome to the very first public reading from my upcoming supernatural psychological horror novel, RACHƎL. After sharing the first teaser trailer for the novel, several readers asked if I had ever considered recording an audiobook. Honestly... I hadn't. But the more I thought about it, the more I realized that RACHƎL feels different from anything I've written before. The voice feels natural. The characters feel familiar. Hollow Creek feels like a place I can step into every time I read. So I decided to experiment. This episode is the prologue of RACHƎL—a first glimpse into the world of Hollow Creek and a chance for you to help me decide whether this story should become a full audiobook. I'd genuinely love your feedback. After listening... 📖 Would you rather read the novel? 🎧 Would you listen to the audiobook? ❤️ Or would you do both? RACHƎL is currently in its final editing stages while my beta readers continue helping me polish every chapter. 📅 The novel is scheduled for release on October 31, 2026, with plans for availability through Amazon and, hopefully, IngramSpark for bookstores and libraries. If enough listeners enjoy these readings, I'd love to continue sharing more chapters—and maybe even record the complete audiobook. Thank you for being part of this journey into Hollow Creek. 📚 Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/author/jeanette-huffman [https://www.amazon.com/author/jeanette-huffman] RACHƎL is a supernatural psychological horror novel set in the fictional town of Hollow Creek, Pennsylvania, where old ground remembers more than people do, forgotten stories refuse to stay buried, and some places never truly let you leave. Hosted by Jeanette Huffman & Rich Kopez Exploring books, storytelling, mythology, writing, publishing, and the creative journey behind every story. Learn more about Jeanette HuffmanAbout RACHƎLBetween the Lines Podcast

Episode 21 | Matt Ochoa: Voice Acting at 17, The Lost Tribe & The Veldt

Welcome to Episode 21 of Between The Lines! In this episode, host Jeanette Huffman and co-host Rich Kopacz sit down with Matt Ochoa, the talented young voice actor behind Asher in Rich Kopacz's original audio drama The Lost Tribe. At just 17 years old, Matt shares how he became involved in voice acting through The Veldt radio drama program, what it's like bringing characters to life using only his voice, and how he's balancing his creative pursuits while preparing for his senior year of high school in Maryland. The conversation also explores: 🎙️ Becoming the voice of Asher in The Lost Tribe 🎭 Performing in The Veldt 🎧 The challenges and joys of voice acting 🏴‍☠️ Matt's best pirate voice 🎮 Video games, Nerf battles with friends, and favorite movies 🎹 Music, hobbies, and future plans ❤️ The importance of family support, with Matt's sister joining the conversation Whether you're an aspiring voice actor, a fan of audio dramas, or simply enjoy hearing the stories behind creative people, this episode offers an engaging and entertaining look into Matt's journey. Hosted by: Jeanette Huffman Co-Hosted by: Rich Kopacz Guest: Matt Ochoa Recorded: June 27, 2026 Intro & Outro Music "From Here On In" by Everet Almond Courtesy of the YouTube Audio Library Music Credits

Street Fighter, Zelda, D&D, Magic & 30 Years of Friendship with Ken Forsee | Between The Lines Podcast Ep. 20

While Jeanette Huffman is off traveling the world, Rich Kopacz steps into the host's chair and welcomes one of his oldest friends, musician, composer, voice actor, gamer, and fellow nerd Ken Forsee. Their friendship began decades ago in a college dormitory and has continued through music, storytelling, gaming, audio dramas, creative collaborations, and countless conversations about the things they love. In this nostalgic and entertaining episode, Rich and Ken explore: 🎮 Classic video games and retro gaming culture 🗡️ The Legend of Zelda 🥊 Street Fighter II 🎲 Dungeons & Dragons 🃏 Magic: The Gathering 🎹 Video game music and composition 🎭 Voice acting and character performance 🎼 Original music creation 📚 Fantasy, science fiction, and nerd culture 👾 Gaming memories from the Nintendo and Super Nintendo era 🎵 The story behind a video game music concert they performed years before video game concerts became mainstream The episode also features a fun musical trivia challenge as Ken identifies themes and soundtracks from beloved games, movies, and television shows, including Street Fighter II, Deltarune, Star Trek, Buckaroo Banzai, The Avengers, Cuphead, and more. Ken Forsee has contributed original music and voice acting to numerous projects with Rich over the years, including The Lost Tribe and many of the audio scenes featured on Between The Lines. Whether you grew up with Nintendo, arcade games, tabletop RPGs, fantasy novels, comic books, or simply enjoy conversations about creativity and lifelong friendships, this episode offers a heartfelt and entertaining trip through decades of gaming and storytelling culture. Hosted by: Rich Kopacz Special Guest: Ken Forsee Jeanette Huffman is currently traveling and will return for future episodes. 🎵 Music Credits "Powerup!" – Jeremy Blake Courtesy of the YouTube Audio Library. Used under the YouTube Audio Library license. Listen, follow, and subscribe for more conversations with authors, musicians, artists, voice actors, creators, and storytellers. #RetroGaming #Zelda #StreetFighter #DnD #MagicTheGathering #VideoGameMusic #VoiceActing #GamingPodcast #NerdCulture #GeekCulture #BetweenTheLinesPodcast

The Bazaar of Mari Ruppock | The Lost Tribe Audio Scene

Step into the mysterious Bazaar of Mari Ruppock... In this dramatic scene from The Lost Tribe, Asher enters one of the most dangerous places he has ever encountered. Every face hides a secret, every deal comes with a price, and survival depends on knowing who can—and cannot—be trusted. Featuring Matt Ochoa as Asher, this scene offers a glimpse into Rich Kopacz's immersive audio drama, where unforgettable characters, ancient landscapes, and impossible choices collide. 🎭 Featuring • Matt Ochoa as Asher ✍️ Written by Rich Kopacz 🎙️ Presented on Between The Lines If you enjoy cinematic storytelling, fantasy adventures, biblical fiction, and immersive audio dramas, you'll love The Lost Tribe. Like this scene? Follow Between The Lines for more exclusive audio scenes, interviews, and behind-the-scenes conversations with the writers, actors, and creators bringing these stories to life.