Quixotic Heights Podcast

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11/20/2025

Our next guest on Sunday is Stephanie Dooley, who you may know as SL Dooley, a fantasy author whose stories transport readers into richly imagined worlds while anchoring them in timeless truths. From building epic landscapes to crafting characters who wrestle with faith, courage, and purpose, Stephanie’s work shows us that fantasy can do more than entertain—it can inspire us to live braver stories in our own lives.

Stephanie is a fantasy author looking for a never-ending story to go boldly through the wardrobe into another adventure. She's the best-selling author of the Portal Slayer trilogy and the award-winning high fantasy duology, The Summertime Circus and The Cold Moon Carnival.

One of her side-quests is to encourage new writers as they navigate the paths toward publication. She has spoken at numerous events, including the Realm Makers conference, The Bookfest spring festival, and WriterCon.

With a passion for fantasy literature since childhood, Dooley draws inspiration from mythology, folklore, and a vivid imagination to craft immersive narratives that transport readers to realms of magic and adventure. One of her side-quests is to take up Tolkien’s charge: find any way to escape into fantastical worlds and to bring as many people as she can with her. She lives in Texas with her husband, where she collects old books and new journals.

Join her on the adventure at www.SLDooley.com or follow along on Instagram at




11/13/2025

Our next quixote is Dr. Paul Corona—a physician, author, and host of The Dr. Paul Show.

Dr Paul Corona is known for his pioneering “Mind and Body Healing” approach. In his book, The Corona Protocol, Dr. Paul unveils a scientifically proven method he believes can stop addiction, bullying, homelessness, school shootings, and su***de.

Join us as we dive into a bold conversation that could change the future of mental health care. We'll explore why traditional mental health treatment has stagnated, what needs to change, and how addressing the mind-body connection can truly transform lives.

Dr. Paul D. Corona, MD, is a Southern California-based physician reshaping the future of psychiatry and family medicine with his pioneering approach, “Mind and Body Healing.” He is the host of “The Dr. Paul Show” available on Roku, Amazon Fire, and YouTube. A leading voice in mind-body medicine, his latest book, “The Corona Protocol: A Scientifically Proven Medical Solution to STOP Addiction, Bullying, Homelessness, School Shootings, and Su***de 30 Years in the Making” is available in print, ebook, and audiobook formats. In it, he unveils groundbreaking insights into mental health treatment, challenging conventional approaches that have stagnated progress.

With a career spanning over three decades, Dr. Corona began in family medicine before transitioning to psychiatry—a shift that led to the development of the “Healing the Mind and Body” series of books. His holistic approach integrates emotional and physical well-being, offering an innovative alternative to traditional psychiatric treatments. “The Corona Protocol” presents his revolutionary methods as solutions to major societal challenges and serves as a resource for patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.

A Southern California native, Dr. Corona earned his BS in Biology/Pre-Med from the University of Southern California before obtaining his medical degree from New York Medical College. He completed a rigorous three-year residency in family practice at California Hospital in Los Angeles. Today, he runs a private practice in Laguna Niguel, California.

For more information about his books, medical practice, and more, visit www.drpaulcoronamd.com

https://www.facebook.com/paul.corona.50

https://www.facebook.com/drpaulcoronamd

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-corona-b090669a/

11/05/2025

Coming November 9, our next Quixote is the brilliant and multifaceted Dr. Juliet Dang.

She’s a scientist by training, an artist by soul, a fashion designer by flair, and the powerhouse behind her memoir, Modern Asian Mom, and Vietology Magazine. Juliet weaves together science, culture, motherhood, and creativity in a way that is unapologetically modern and deeply rooted in identity.

Juliet Dang, PhD, MS is a Canadian prairie girl who now resides in the Seattle area. She was born and raised in Winnipeg, MB, Canada, where she majored in Biology / Chemistry at U of Winnipeg.

After working as a dental hygienist for a couple of years, she moved to Seattle in 2008 to complete a Master's and then a PhD in Oral Biology at the University of Washington.

For eight years now, Juliet has been in the medical affairs pharma biotech world and is the subject matter expert on respiratory virus vaccines.

In addition to heavily utilizing her left brain as a scientist, Juliet is an artist, actress/model, fashion designer, creative director, editor-in-chief, and producer. In September of 2024, Juliet made her East Coast fashion debut and showcased her ready-to-wear apparel at Asian New York Fashion Week in Manhattan.

Juliet's first major publication was the first edition of Vietology Magazine. The mission and vision was to highlight and elevate inspirational Vietnamese women and Vietnamese visual artists globally. Modern Asian Mom is her debut memoir chronicling her fertility journey and life in general.

www.jujudang.art
IG: juliet_dang
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Quixotic Heights sat with Stephen W. Scott, award-winning author of Abandoned, The Demon Inside Me, and his newest, Do Y...
10/29/2025

Quixotic Heights sat with Stephen W. Scott, award-winning author of Abandoned, The Demon Inside Me, and his newest, Do You Hear What I Hear? This episode releases Sunday , November 2!

His stories explore the darkness within us—and the fear that connects us all. We unpack his journey from debut author to crafting gripping psychological horror, his writing process, and what truly scares him. Stephen W. Scott was born in Tulsa, OK, with an overactive imagination that perpetually focused on the weird and scary. He attended the University of Oklahoma and graduated with a degree in Journalism – Professional Writing. He worked for a few newspapers, then moved to Wilmore, KY, in 1991 to attend Asbury Theological Seminary, where he received his Master of Divinity in 1995. After returning to Oklahoma, he served as a pastor and chaplain in the United Methodist Conference. He has been working in education since 2001 and resides in Tulsa, OK. He also wrote “Clone Hunter” (out of print), “Abandoned,” several short stories sold to various anthologies, “The Demon Inside Me,” and “Do You Hear What I Hear?” He enjoys bicycling, weightlifting, photography, reading, playing guitar, and writing.

⁠www.swscott-author.com⁠
⁠https://www.instagram.com/swscott67/⁠

10/22/2025

This Sunday, October 26, we talk to Leslie Lew—author, self-defense instructor, motivational speaker, podcast host, and founder of Reclaiming Your Courage and Warrior Queens Rise. Leslie is a generational trauma breaker, a fierce advocate for women’s empowerment, and a powerful voice for reclaiming space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Get ready to feel inspired, activated, and grounded in your own strength.
Leslie Lew is an author, humanitarian, international speaker, and Co-Founder of Warrior Queens Rise. As the founder of Reclaiming Your Courage, she empowers women to say NO without apology and reclaim their voice through trauma-informed self-defense that goes far beyond the physical.

An Asian American woman who has turned personal pain into global purpose, Leslie speaks on the frontlines of gender-based violence, anti-Asian hate, and generational healing. From being spat on in silence to speaking in front of 3,000 girls standing in the rain in Kenya, her message is clear: silence doesn’t save us — courage does.

Through powerful storytelling and embodied leadership, Leslie equips women to rise, lead, and live boldly. Because every time a woman reclaims her voice, she reclaims the world.

https://www.reclaimingyourcourage.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-m-lew-494851257
https://www.instagram.com/reclaimingyourcourage
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10/15/2025

Coming Sunday, October 19 is our conversation with author, Rodney Magallan—a decorated retired U.S. Navy SEAL, former U.S. Marshal, former CIA operative, and the multi-award-winning author of Tip of the Spear: It’s Not What You Think.

Rodney’s journey has taken him from high-risk missions across the globe to the quiet discipline of writing, sharing hard-won lessons about courage, leadership, and what it truly means to live at the ‘tip of the spear.’

Get ready for insights on resilience, the reality of service beyond the headlines, and how to find purpose in the aftermath of unimaginable challenges. You won’t want to miss this conversation.

Rodney Magallan is a level-two instructor certified under CIA University, a Federal Law Enforcement agency. He is a Training Centers fi****ms instructor (qualified as a weapons expert), and an apprentice instructor in Thai boxing and Kali under Sifu Pat Tray Trident Martial Arts.

He resides in Georgetown, Texas, with his loving wife, Veronica, his daughter, Raigan, his son, Evan, and their chihuahua, Jilli Boo.

https://tipofthespearbook.com/

10/08/2025

Our next guest this Sunday, October 12, is Jackie Kraft— a writer, journalist, educator, and storyteller whose life and work defy simple
categories.

Jackie is the author of "Some of My Best Friends Are ETs," a memoir chronicling her lifelong encounters with extraterrestrials, and "Under a Sunflower Moon," a collection of Cherokee stories and poems that honor heritage, resilience, and the sacred in everyday life.

From producing documentaries and radio for Kansas City stations to teaching children with special needs and serving her community through numerous boards and organizations, Jackie’s voice carries both authority and heart. In her writing, she invites us to look beyond the ordinary—whether it’s through the lens of interstellar contact or the survival stories of our ancestors.

We discuss what it means to live with mystery, to honor ancestral wisdom, and to find the courage to tell stories that many might not dare to share. Jackie Kraft is here to take us on a journey that spans galaxies and generations.

While in Kansas City, Jackie Kraft produced news, interviews, promos, and mini documentaries for the CBS affiliates KCTV-5 and KCMO. She produced The Walt Bodine Show for KMBZ and served as on-air talent, creating news, editorials, and interviews for The Women’s Show at KCUR-PBS.

Jackie holds a Master’s degree from the University of Kansas. She taught Special Education for Behavior Disorders, including children with autism and learning disabilities, in both Shawnee Mission and Olathe District Schools. She was a community volunteer serving as an officer on many boards of directors.

⁠https://quillhawkpublishing.com/pages/jackie-kraft⁠
⁠https://www.underasunflowermoon.com/⁠
⁠https://www.facebook.com/jackie.kraft.58⁠

10/01/2025

Coming Sunday, October 5, Duane Michaels joins us for an entertaining and inspiring conversation on the Quixotic Heights Podcast. (Watch on Spotify or YouTube. Listen on Audible, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, or Apple Podcasts)

Duane’s life reads like a novel: from a tough childhood to being coached as a boy by none other than Frank Sinatra, to serving in combat with the U.S. Army, returning home to wear the badge as a police officer, and eventually stepping into the world of comedy, acting, and authorship.

Along the way, he has collected a lifetime of stories that reveal the strength it takes to keep reinventing oneself. In this episode, we’ll discuss survival, transformation, and how storytelling can transform pain into power.

Born in the mountainous city of South Lake Tahoe and raised up and down the California coast, Duane Michaels was always an entertainer. Formerly a radio DJ for four years at several stations, Duane later joined the Army, which allowed him to see the world. Soon after, he became a police officer, often performing stand-up comedy at open mics and local comedy clubs in his free time. Duane has since retired from law enforcement and is now focusing all his energy on acting.

Follow Duane Michaels here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BJwPDb3tS/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duane_michaels_72

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/

IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13950531/

Here at the Quixotic Heights Podcast, we are big fans of The Fiction Lab, hosted by Katrina Schroeder.Are you a writer w...
10/01/2025

Here at the Quixotic Heights Podcast, we are big fans of The Fiction Lab, hosted by Katrina Schroeder.

Are you a writer who has imposter syndrome? Want to explore the different pathways to publishing and the economics of it all? Looking to improve your craft of writing through show, dont tell?

There are so many nuggets of wisdom and tips for authors on the fiction lab!

Be sure to check out the two episodes with Quixotic Heights Podcast’s host, Amy M. Le of Quill Hawk Publishing!

https://www.thefictionlab.com/podcast

Shout out to Jenny Simard LaBranche, JB Caine, and Betsey Kulakowski, for the success of their Unfreaking Believable Pod...
09/30/2025

Shout out to Jenny Simard LaBranche, JB Caine, and Betsey Kulakowski, for the success of their Unfreaking Believable Podcast! If you haven’t listened yet, we suggest starting with these three unfreaking believable stories:

Amy M. Le (S2:E6)

Jennifer Mangini (S2:E10)

Dee Britt (S2:E3)

Amy, Jennifer, and Dee are authors from Quill Hawk Publishing, our sponsor!

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Amazon Music!

09/24/2025

Our next episode on Sunday, September 28, is a special one. Filmmaker Erica Nguyen and her father, Duc Nguyen, are the dynamic duo behind the deeply personal and culturally resonant documentary, Phantom Roots—a film exploring identity, memory, and the invisible threads that tie generations together.

We discuss their creative collaboration as father and daughter, the journey of uncovering family history, and the power of storytelling in reclaiming heritage. Whether you're a filmmaker, a storyteller, or someone reflecting on your own roots, we hope this conversation will vibrate your heartstrings.

S2:E3 will be released on YouTube, Spotify, Audible, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.

Erica Nguyen is a grassroots documentary filmmaker who collaborates in mutual self-study. Her scholastic background is based in Socio-cultural Anthropology, Ethnographic Field Work, and Sociolinguistics. As a Vietnamese American, her work centers on the outsider experience. To transcend otherness, Erica celebrates tactile forms of communication and locates sources of joy as
sites of catharsis. She completed her first feature film in 2020 (Peru), titled Tejiendo Sombras/Shadow Weavers, while doubling as a rock climbing instructor and therapeutic adventure facilitator. Her current project, Phantom Roots, explores everyday magic as an antidote to generational displacement within the Vietnamese diaspora. Erica envisions her creative practice as a bridge between experiential learning and regenerative storytelling.

Duc Nguyen is a dedicated father who spent the last 40 years as an analogue microchip designer. He has served in founding, managing, and consulting positions for Qualcomm Inc., Microchip
Fairchild Semi, Entropic Communications, Motorola, Valence Semiconductors Inc., Western Digital, Rockwell International Inc., and others. In this new phase of creative endeavors, Duc has acted in short martial arts films and taken up the role of Producer for Phantom Roots. During the 2025 production in Vietnam, Duc facilitated collaborations, translated, developed the water
puppetry storyboard, and designed crucial set elements.

https://www.phantomrootsvietnam.com/about
https://www.instagram.com/phantom.roots.vietnam

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