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Latest podcast episodes about matthew quirk

The Gap Minders
Episode 81 | Matthew "Matt" Quirk, Author

The Gap Minders

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 36:45


In this excellent episode, Nancy and Jose are joined in the studio by author Matt Quirk. Some recent highlights in Matt's career include "The Night Agent," which was adapted into a Netflix TV show, and "Inside Threat," a thriller set in the White House during a crisis.Hear Matthew discuss the intensity of writing and how it compares to a "real job." Matthew expresses his passion for writing, despite the challenges it presents, and how it started with his background in reading and journalism. He highlights the influence of his parents, especially his mother, who was an English teacher.Listen in as Matthew shares his research process for writing new books, and he emphasizes the fun but challenging aspect of balancing research and actual writing. He talks about the sources of inspiration for his books, which often come from real-life experiences in Washington, D.C. and San Diego, where he met people who inspired his characters and stories.Matthew discusses the challenge of avoiding partisan politics in his books, ensuring they have a broader appeal and address universal themes instead. He also talks about his outlining process and the creative challenges he faces during the writing journey. They discuss his experiences at the San Diego Festival of Books and how he views his audience, which includes both men and women, despite the genre's expectations.An excellent episode on filling gaps in the community with Matt Quirk. Here are some other takeaways from the interview:Matthew Quirk's writing journey, from his background in journalism to the inspiration behind his political thrillers.The balance between research and storytelling in his books, emphasizing the challenges of maintaining a captivating narrative.The unpredictability of a writing career and the excitement of navigating its highs and lows.An anecdote about a childhood letter to author Michael Crichton, highlighting Matthew's early passion for storytelling.The answers to the rapid-fire questionsAn excellent interview from a passionate gap minder. Thank you, Matt, for your contributions in San Diego, and for joining us on The Gap Minders.Enjoy this episode and be sure to subscribe to the show.If you have any questions or want to contact Nancy or Jose, please send an email to podcast@uwsd.org. Thank you for listening.To learn more about the two social impact organizations making The Gap Minders possible, please visit www.TheGapMinders.org.

Reading And Writing Podcast

Interview with Matthew Quirk, author of the novel INSIDE THREAT.You can support the podcast today by buying me a coffee, or you can subscribe to the podcast via Apple iTunes for ad-free episodes.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reading-and-writing-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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House of Mystery True Crime History
Matthew Quirk - The Night Agent

House of Mystery True Crime History

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 39:45


NOW ON NETFLIX! Starring Gabriel Basso and Luciane Buchanan“Matthew Quirk moves into David Baldacci and John Grisham territory with The Night Agent, a paranoid, pulse-pounding thriller that could not be more prescient. If you're wondering where the best of the next generation of suspense talent is headed, look no further.” — Joseph FinderTo find a Russian mole in the White House, an FBI agent must question everything. . . and trust no one.No one is more surprised than FBI Agent Peter Sutherland when he's tapped to work in the White House Situation Room. When Peter was a boy, his father was suspected of selling secrets to the Russians—a breach that cost him his career, his reputation, and eventually his life. Now Peter's job is monitoring an emergency line for a call that has not—and might never—come.Until tonight.At 1:05 A.M. the phone rings. A terrified young woman named Rose tells Peter that two people have just been murdered and that the killer might still be in the house with her. One of the victims gave her this phone number with urgent instructions: “Tell them OSPREY was right. It's happening...”The call thrusts Peter into the heart of a conspiracy years in the making, involving a Russian mole at the highest levels of the U.S. government. Anyone in the White House could be the traitor. Anyone could be corrupted. To save the nation, Peter must take the rules into his own hands, question everything, and trust no one.The Night Agent marks the return of the classic conspiracy thriller, a Three Days of the Condor for today's chaotic world. With incredible twists and heart-stopping action, this electrifying novel pulls back the curtain on Washington power and confirms Matthew Quirk as a new master of suspense.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
INSIDE THREAT: a new political thriller from Matthew Quirk

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 32:22


Matthew Quirk is a New York TImes bestselling author of several thrillers, including the inspiration for the hit Netflix series The Night Agent. His latest novel - INSIDE THREAT - is available from William Morrow. Visit his website at http://matthewquirk.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #SpiesLiesandPrivateEyesPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity#authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley #terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #theuniversityseries #InsideThreat #MatthewQuirk

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network
INSIDE THREAT: a new political thriller from Matthew Quirk

Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 32:22


Matthew Quirk is a New York TImes bestselling author of several thrillers, including the inspiration for the hit Netflix series The Night Agent. His latest novel - INSIDE THREAT - is available from William Morrow. Visit his website at http://matthewquirk.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #SpiesLiesandPrivateEyesPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity#authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers#writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley #terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #theuniversityseries #InsideThreat #MatthewQuirk

Poisoned Pen Podcast
Matt Goldman discusses A Good Family. Matthew Quirk talks about Inside Threat 06-20-23

Poisoned Pen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 63:57


Barbara Peters in conversation with Matt Goldman and Matthew Quirk

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Thoughts from a Page Podcast
Interview with Matthew Quirk - INSIDE THREAT

Thoughts from a Page Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 39:57


In this interview, Matthew and I discuss Inside Threat, Raven Rock Mountain Complex, what surprised him the most while writing this one, The Night Agent's limited series on Netflix, the challenges of writing a locked room mystery, how he started writing political thrillers, and much more. Matthew's recommended reads: Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel Raven Rock by Garrett M. Graff The Free World by Louis Menand True Grit by Charles Portis Check out my Summer Reading Guide for 2023 and my Houston Life segment. Support the podcast by becoming a Page Turner on Patreon.  Other ways to support the podcast can be found here.     Inside Threat can be purchased at my Bookshop storefront.      If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more episodes, try Peng Shepherd, Lucy Clarke, Katherine St. John, Clare Mackintosh, and Megan Miranda. Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Da Binge Bois
"The Night Agent" Season 1 Review & Discussion | Fake Jason Bourne Or Next Hit Action Series?

Da Binge Bois

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 47:12


WE GOT A NEW NETFLIX SHOW HERE IN TOWN TODAY! Da Binge Bois talk about the new adventures of government agent named Peter Sutherland (def not gonna make a bunch of memes out of his name) and how he must reestablish faith in himself after a big incident occured. Enrique comes in with the most shocking takes known to man, and goes to war against Eli & Tristan in such a brutal brawl that hasn't been seen since the likes of Robbie Lawler vs Rory MacDonald. Listen to our thoughts on Netflix's mega hit TODAY! Series Synopsis: The Night Agent is an American action thriller television series created by Shawn Ryan based on the novel of the same name by Matthew Quirk. Starring Gabriel Basso in the title role, it premiered on Netflix on March 23, 2023. The series emerged as the third-most-viewed debuting series on Netflix in its first four days, and within a week it was renewed for a second season. Within a month, it became the streamer's sixth-most-viewed series.

BOOKSTORM: Deep Dive Into Best-Selling Fiction
Matthew Quirk (Inside Threat) is on the Radar!

BOOKSTORM: Deep Dive Into Best-Selling Fiction

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 39:34


New York Times Bestselling author Matthew Quirk joins BOOKSTORM Podcast to discuss Inside Threat, his newest thriller! We go inside the world of the Secret Service -- intrigue, courage, betrayal, and dedication. What does it take to lay your life on the line for someone else? We talk about cynicism and how it can become a weapon for wrongdoers. Have you ever thought "everyone is crooked," "you can't fight city hall, so why try?" We sure have.  We discuss truth and lies ... and what happens when you discover what you've been fighting for is a lie? Do you double down? Admit you were wrong? This discussion went deep into those dilemmas - fascinating! You'll love the behind the scenes feel. Join us!You can find more of your favorite bestselling authors at BOOKSTORM Podcast! We're also on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube!

The Thriller Zone
Matthew Quirk author of Inside Threat

The Thriller Zone

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 55:30


On today's 136th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Matthew Quirk, the brains behind Netflix's smash series #TheNightAgent, and his latest ripped-from-the-headlines #politicalthriller INSIDE THREAT.Matt is an engaging, intelligent, and hilarious man with intrigue, life stories, and jokes to spare. He's easily one of the finest writers of this generation.Michael Connelly says of The Night Agent, "This is one of the best thrillers to come along in years."Lee Child echoes with, " Stay-up-late suspense wrapped around a meaty and timely story."Praised by many more top-shelf authors, Matt has a solid stable of work behind him, to include: Red Warning, Hour of the Assassin, The Night Agent, Dead Man Switch, Cold Barrel Zero, The Directive, and The 500.His latest Inside Threat has it ALL...Questionable Good guysEnough romance to get you botheredEnough Surprises to keep you engagedA classic “bad couple” who provide plenty of DRAMAA classic thriller that provides plenty of ACTIONAnd even manages a surprising & unexpected twist!If you're looking to become a Matt Quirk fan, start with INSIDE THREAT, then read THE NIGHT AGENT--upon which the Netflix series is based, then consider my personal fave, HOUR OF THE ASSASSIN.Either way, once you start, I have a feeling you'll dig deep into his library. In the meantime, check out all he's talking about on his website: MatthewQuirk.com and follow him on Twitter @mquirk.As always, we THANK YOU for your Likes, your Shares, your Tweets & Retweets, and your Subscribing to our YouTube Channel. Wherever you find us, it will be using the handle: @thethrillerzone and of course, TheThrillerZone.com RickBleiweiss.com is the author of Pignon Scorbion & The Barbershop Detective (book one) and Murder in Haxford (book two). Get your copies today!Authorbytes.com is "The Author Website Builder to the Stars!" 

The Happy Hour with King Hap
THE NIGHT AGENT, The 500 and now INSIDE THREAT!!! New York Times BEST SELLING AUTHOR, MATTHEW QUIRK joins The Happy Hour!!

The Happy Hour with King Hap

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 62:57


After his Netflix SMASH HIT SERIES, “The Night Agent”Matt Quirk joins King Hap one  week after they announce season 2 to discuss INSIDE THREAT, his newest release that hits book shelves on June 13th!!  This book is a crazy thriller that Hap could not put down. Inside Threat is about an attack on the White House that sends the president and his top aids to take shelter in a top-secret goverment facility buried deep underground-but they soon discover the threat might be locked inside with them!!!!!!Preorder Inside Threat at Matts Website!!Visit Matt's sitehttp://matthewquirk.com/author/Follow Matt on instagramhttps://instagram.com/matthewquirkauthorThis episode was recorded live on the network infront of Happy Hour V.I.P.sIf you want to be part of the live tapingsfollow us on Twitchhttps://m.twitch.tv/thehappyhourscorwww.TheHappyHourSocialClub.comAS ALWAYSThe Happy Hour is brought to you by the official Top Shelf Alcohol of the Happy Hour!CLEARWATER DISTILLERY https://shop.clearwaterdistilling.com/PROMO CODE KINGHAPSAVES 10% and free shipping over $100OLD SCHOOL LABSAmazing Supplements made for Amazing people!TRY OATMEAL CREAM PIE PROTEIN! Save 15% site wide with promo code Kinghaphttps://shop.oldschoollabs.com/?aff=364Liquid I.V.WOW..... NEW MOCKTAILS!!!

Comicverso
Comicverso 339: Image Comics, The Night Agent y Gotham Noir

Comicverso

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023


Fecha de Grabación: Martes 18 de abril de 2023. Fecha de Grabación: Martes 18 de abril de 2023 Algunas noticias y temas comentados: Algunos de nuestros artistas favoritos de cómics pintados. Recomendaciones de lo mejor de Image en los últimos 10 años. Gallito Comics 61 y las revistas independientes de antología. Los mejores cómics de Rico McPato (Scrooge McDuck). Ultimate Spider-Man: ¿Peter o Miles? Cómics de humor y fantasía: algunas recomendaciones. La enredada continuidad de Wonder Woman. Discutimos sobre popularidad, calidad y nichos de mercado. Adaptaciones de prosa a cómic. ¿Valen la pena? Además: Lo mejor de Kieron Gillen, DC Comics vs Hanna-Barbera, los superhéroes de Archie Comics, artistas que se auto-entintan, #ComicversoPregunta, ¡...y mucho más! Comentario de cómics: Batman: Gotham Noir, cómic escrito por Ed Brubaker y dibujado por Sean Phillips, con color de Dave Stewart y rótulos de Bill Oakley. (DC Comics) Comentario de series de televisión: The Night Agent, serie desarrollada por Shawn Ryan, basada en la novela de Matthew Quirk, con las actuaciones de Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, Fola Evans-Akingbola, Sarah Desjardins, Hong Chau y Robert Patrick. (Netflix) Pueden escuchar el podcast en este reproductor: Descarga Directa MP3 (Botón derecho del mouse y "guardar enlace como"). Peso: 89,8 MB; Calidad: 128 Kbps. El episodio tiene una duración de 1:37:45, y la canción de cierre es "Diabla" de Los Tres. Además de nuestras redes sociales (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram), ahora tenemos una nueva forma de interactuar con nosotros: un servidor en Discord. Es un espacio para compartir recomendaciones, dudas, memes y más, y la conversación gira alrededor de muchos temas además de cómics, y es una forma más inmediata de mantenerse en contacto con Esteban y Alberto. ¡Únete a nuestro servidor en Discord! También tenemos un Patreon. Cada episodio del podcast se publica allí al menos 24 horas antes que en los canales habituales, y realizamos un especial mensual exclusivo para nuestros suscriptores en esa plataforma. Tú también puedes convertirte en uno de nuestros patreoncinadores™ con aportaciones desde 1 dólar, que puede ser cada mes, o por el tiempo que tú lo decidas, incluyendo aportaciones de una sola vez. También puedes encontrar nuestro podcast en los siguientes agregadores y servicios especializados: Comicverso en Spotify Comicverso en iVoox Comicverso en Apple Podcasts Comicverso en Google Podcasts Comicverso en Amazon Music Comicverso en Archive.org Comicverso en I Heart Radio Comicverso en Overcast.fm Comicverso en Pocket Casts Comicverso en RadioPublic Comicverso en CastBox.fm ¿Usas alguna app o servicio que no tiene a Comicverso? En la parte alta de la barra lateral está el feed del podcast, el cual puedes agregar al servicio de tu preferencia. Nos interesa conocer opiniones y críticas para seguir mejorando. Si te gusta nuestro trabajo, por favor ayúdanos compartiendo el enlace a esta entrada, cuéntale a tus amigos sobre nuestro podcast, y recomiéndalo a quien creas que pueda interesarle. Deja tus comentarios o escríbenos directamente a comicverso@gmail.com

TAD Belligerent
#108 - Face Chopped

TAD Belligerent

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 98:47


Whatsup y'all T. Wade, Augustus, & DannyMatt are back with a brand new episode. This week we try a trifecta of brews from Cushwa Brewing Co. on this edition of Belligerent Bev's. Then we give our full review of "The Night Agent" on Netflix, based on the novel written by Matthew Quirk. Here we go!   Breakdown: (01:00) - Intro  (33:15) - Belligerent Beverage's: Cushwa Brewing (01:11:45) - Tinsel Town Tangents: The Night Agent

Bada Binge
#162 | DAS soll DIE Netflix Trend-Serie sein?!

Bada Binge

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2023 57:44


In THE NIGHT AGENT, der neuen Spionage-Serie von NETFLIX, vereitelt FBI-Agent Peter einen Bombenanschlag und wird versetzt. Fortan muss er als Notfallkontakt die Nächte gelangweilt im Keller des Weißen Hauses verbringen. Dort wartet auf einen erlösenden Telefonanruf. Der kommt eines Nachts von Rose. Sie wurde Zeugin des Mordes und muss von Peter nun vor zwei Auftragskillern beschützt werden. Welcher riesigen Verschwörung die beiden dabei gemeinsam auf die Schliche kommen, seht ihr seit dem 23. März auf Netflix. Die 10 Folgen rund um Vaterland, Verrat und Väter basieren auf dem gleichnamigen Roman von Matthew Quirk. Eine zweite Staffel von THE NIGHT AGENT wurde bereits für nächstes Jahr angekündigt. Kein Wunder, denn die Serie thront seit geraumer Zeit auf Platz 1 der Top-10-Serien bei Netflix in Deutschland. Doch eine Serie könnte sie bald dort runterstoßen: BEEF ist kurz nach Start am 6. April bereits auf Platz 3. In dem Dramedy von A24 entspinnt sich ein nicht enden wollender Kreislauf aus Rache, nachdem Danny (STEVEN YUEN) seinen in die Jahre gekommenen roten Truck ausparken will und dabei fast den strahlend weißen SUV von Amy Lau (ALI WONG) rammt. Was als Road-Rage-Vorfall beginnt weitet sich in das Privatleben der beiden grundverschiedenen Protagonisten aus. Während Single Danny sich seinen Lebensunterhalt mit verschiedensten Handwerksarbeiten verdient ist Amy eine erfolgreiche Geschäftsfrau mit Mann und Kind. Dass die beiden aber möglicherweise mehr als nur ihre Wut aufeinander verbindet sehen wir in den insgesamt 10 Folgen auf NETFLIX. Daniel Schröckert aka Schröck, Mel und Leo hat sich diese und andere Serien der aktuellen NETFLIX Top 10 angesehen und versuchen zu ergründen, wieso ausgerechnet diese Serien in Deutschland so gut ankommen. Sind die Serien wirklich so gut oder ist die Top 10 eher eine Flop 10? Das erklärt BADA BINGE!

The Colin McEnroe Show
The Nose looks at ‘The Night Agent' and ‘Rabbit Hole'

The Colin McEnroe Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 49:00


This week's Nose is a redundancy in case the FBI needs to contact the president and other methods are compromised. The Night Agent is an espionage conspiracy thriller TV series created by Shawn Ryan and based on the 2019 novel by Matthew Quirk. It stars Gabriel Basso. All 10 first season episodes are available on Netflix. The Night Agent was renewed for a second season. And: Rabbit Hole is an espionage conspiracy thriller TV series created by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa. It stars Kiefer Sutherland. The first three episodes are available on Paramount+. Sam Hadelman's endorsements: The New York Times crossword puzzle Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. by Lana Del Rey Irene Papoulis's endorsements: Bordertown (Sorjonen) from Finland on Netflix The Bureau (Le Bureau des Légendes) from France on AMC+ and Sundance Now Deutschland 83, Deutschland 86, and Deutschland 89 from Germany on Hulu Occupied (Okkupert) from Norway on Netflix Tracy Wu Fastenberg's endorsement: The spring flower arrangement sale this weekend at the Garmany Visitor center at Elizabeth Park in West Hartford Colin's endorsements: “The Astronaught” by Carl Reiner & Mel Brooks Mythologies by Thomas Bangalter Some other stuff that happened this week, give or take: Klaus Teuber, Creator of the Board Game Catan, Dies at 70 He created the strategy game about settling a new land in 1995. Millions of copies have been sold since then, and it's played all over the world. A Viral Video Of Tom Holland And Zendaya Being Hounded By Paparazzi Has Left People Super Uncomfortable “The look on her face…Can we just, idk, leave people alone?? Following their car is kinda creepy, no??” Bidens clarify national champ LSU's White House invitation James Gunn Explains Why ‘Superhero Fatigue' Isn't Really Superhero Fatigue What Is Jeremy Renner's Deal? The Marvel actor's inexplicable new series might be the key to finally making sense of this avowedly strange man. Every Oscar Best Picture Winner Ranked: From Argo to The Life of Emile Zola Featuring some of film's greatest achievements (and a few stinkers) Meghan Trainor Is Still Peeing With Her Husband On Their Side-By-Side Toilets, And Their Routine Is Really Something Meghan Trainor toilet talk is back, baby. GUESTS: Sam Hadelman: Works in music public relations and hosts The Sam Hadelman Show at Radio Free Brooklyn Irene Papoulis: Teaches writing at Trinity College Tracy Wu Fastenberg: Development officer at Connecticut Children's The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe and Cat Pastor contributed to this show.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sono Cose Serie - Serie tv, fumetti e oltre.
13×20 – Fleishman (fa) a pezzi The Night Agent

Sono Cose Serie - Serie tv, fumetti e oltre.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023


Doppietta di serie tratte da romanzi. Lo sappiamo che non è un granché per un fil rouge, ma questo è quello che abbiamo oggi. The Night Agent, basata sul romanzo di Matthew Quirk e creata da Shawn Ryan, è una serie di successo su Netflix che segue l’agente dell’FBI Peter Sutherland nel suo coinvolgimento in … Continua a leggere "13×20 – Fleishman (fa) a pezzi The Night Agent"

Today's Episode
The Night Agent (PILOT)

Today's Episode

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 29:13


The Night Agent is an American action-thriller television series created by Shawn Ryan (The Shield, Lie to Me) based on the novel of the same name by Matthew Quirk. It premiered on Netflix on March 23, 2023. The first episode is titled “The Call."  On this podcast, we discuss the plot, the upcoming possible writers strike, and give our rating. Tune in and enjoy!

The Movie Podcast
The Night Agent Cast Interview with Hong Chau, Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, and Sarah Desjardins (Netflix)

The Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 26:49


On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony are joined by Academy Award Nominee Hong Chau, Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, and Sarah Desjardins of Netflix's THE NIGHT AGENT. Based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, The Night Agent is a sophisticated, character-based, action-thriller centering on a low level FBI Agent who works in the basement of the White House, manning a phone that never rings— until the night that it does, propelling him into a fast moving and dangerous conspiracy that ultimately leads all the way to the Oval Office. The Night Agent is now streaming on Netflix.Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast interview now on all podcast feeds, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.caContact: hello@themoviepodcast.caTHE MOVIE PODCAST ON ET CANADA!THE MOVIE PODCAST MERCHANDISE NOW AVAILABLE!FOLLOW USDaniel on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdShahbaz on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdAnthony on Twitter, Instagram, and LetterboxdThe Movie Podcast on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and YouTube

Silence on Set
'The Night Agent' cast talk political thriller, if they would answer that phone, BTS stories, and season two

Silence on Set

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 22:54


Gabriel Basso, Luciane Buchanan, Hong Chau, and Showrunner/EP Shawn Ryan sat down to talk about the political thriller, 'The Night Agent.' Basso and Buchanan talk about their characters, what it was like running from the law, and how they stayed so fresh and clean while on the run. The duo also told some fun behind the scenes stories about some pivitol scenes of the show. Academy Award nominee Chau spoke about the essense of her character, her idea behind the gray hair, and why she knew she had to be apart of the show. Meanwhile, Ryan spoke about why he wanted to do a political thriller right now, how to keep the story clear but entertaining, why he liked the idea of an agent being stuck answering phones, and thoughts on season two. Host: Monica Gleberman Editor: Polina Jdanova Social Media Graphic: Jojo -- Synopsis: Based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, The Night Agent is a sophisticated, character-based, action-thriller centering on a low level FBI Agent who works in the basement of the White House, manning a phone that never rings -- until the night that it does, propelling him into a fast moving and dangerous conspiracy that ultimately leads all the way to the Oval Office. *The Night Agent will be available to stream on March 23, 2023 on Netflix. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @SilenceonSet and Instagram @SilenceonSetPod

Le Flash Séries
Luther, Spartacus de retour, etc. dans le Flash Séries

Le Flash Séries

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023


The Night Agent par le créateur de The Shield Shawn Ryan revient à la télévision pour un programme sur Netflix. Le créateur de The Shield propose The Night Agent dont la bande-annonce vient de sortir pour une mise en ligne le 23 mars prochain. Adaptée d'un roman de Matthew Quirk, cet agent de nuit incarné par Gabriel Basso (The Big C) travaille dans le sous-sol de la Maison Blanche et surveille un téléphone qui ne sonne jamais. Jusqu'au jour où il décroche le combiné et se retrouve mêlé à un complot international… https://youtu.be/rgULl9Qi2WM Luther, le film a sa première bande-annonce Luther : soleil déchu, voici le titre du téléfilm qui vient continuer les aventures de John Luther, l'inspecteur de police hanté par la mort de sa fille. Derrière les barreaux après avoir été disgracié, il décide de s'évader de prison pour résoudre l'affaire de sa carrière pour attraper le cyberpsychopathe. Neil Cross, le créateur de la série revient à l'écriture, tout comme Jamie Payne à la réalisation qui s'était occupé de la saison 5. Idris Elba est évidemment de retour, mais on découvrira également Cynthia Erivo ou encore Andy Serkis. https://youtu.be/zDIGhZzSS7w Starz zieute un reboot de Spartacus Steven S. DeKnight développe pour un Starz une nouvelle itération de Spartacus. Le créateur de la franchise occuperait la fonction de showrunner et de producteur exécutif pour cette nouvelle série qui reprendrait les personnages d'origine mais avec des événements différents. Starz par ce reboot reprend l'un de ses titres phares pour le faire découvrir à une nouvelle génération. Une saison 2 pour The Peripheral Les mondes de Flynn disponible sur Prime Video aura droit à une saison 2. Il faut dire que la saison 1 laissait tellement de questions en suspens dans cette adaptation du roman de Wilson Gibson qu'il aurait été dommage de ne pas plus développer cet univers. Co-créée par Liza Joy (qui est la présidente de l'édition 2023 de Séries Mania) et Jonathan Nolan, Les mondes de Flynn mélange science-fiction et action en suivant le personnage de Flynn campée par Chloë Moretz. Le bureau des légendes adaptée aux États-Unis Nos productions françaises font du bruit. C'est au tour de l'Originals Canal+ d'être exporté de l'autre côté de l'Atlantique. Le bureau des légendes d'Éric Rochant exportées dans plus de 100 pays va devenir The Department pour Showtime avec Peter ­Landesman à l'écriture. George Clooney est déjà attaché au projet en tant que réalisateur et co-producteur. Des versions britanniques et coréennes sont également en pourparlers. Uncoupled est sauvée Après avoir été annulée par Netflix au bout d'une saison, la comédie Uncoupled vient d'être rachetée par Showtime. La bonne nouvelle de la semaine qui est également une surprise totale. La sitcom avec Neil Patrick Harris qui se faisait larguer par son partenaire après des décennies de vie commune pourrait bien gagner un peu de piquant avec ce déménagement, en tout cas c'est ce que promet Showtime. Le teaser du prochain projet de Donald Glover La nouvelle série de Donald Glover s'annonce encore hyper bizarre. Disponible le 17 mars prochain, Swarm (à ne pas confondre avec The Swarm) se dévoile très peu dans ce teaser de quelques secondes, si ce n'est que Dre, interprétée par Dominique Fishback (The Deuce) semble obsédée par une artiste à la Beyoncé. Donald Glover en est le co-créateur et producteur exécutif aux côtés de Janine Nabers, la showrunneuse, ensemble ils avaient déjà collaboré sur Atlanta. https://youtu.be/PVKxYKhSjZc

Author Stories - Author Interviews, Writing Advice, Book Reviews
Author Stories Podcast Episode 1241 | Matthew Quirk Returns With Red Warning

Author Stories - Author Interviews, Writing Advice, Book Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 34:00


Today's author interview guest is Matthew Quirk who returns to talk about his new thriller Red Warning....

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You've Got Five Pages...To Tell Me It's Good
You've Got Five Pages, Red Warning by Matthew Quirk, to Tell Me You're Good.

You've Got Five Pages...To Tell Me It's Good

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 21:14


The first chapter can make or break a reader's engagement with a story. We as writers must craft brilliant opening pages in order to hook those picky readers, so let's study the stories of others to see how they do it! The first chapter of Red Warning by Matthew Quirk was a most unique experience. The book starts with one of the biggest tropes one can have with a thriller. ("How do you know we can trust him?" "I don't." Dunh dunh DUNH!) This set me giggling which, perhaps, isn't how one typically reads a thriller. Yet as I went on, I felt like I was reading something from a Cannon 1980s schlocky action film, and that quickly warmed my heart to this story. The dialogue and action all sound perfect for a B film, so if you are a fan of the older, low-budget films, this may be just the book for you! As a writer, though, I struggled with one major aspect of this chapter. In the first few pages of the story, we're told the main protagonist spy is looking for another spy who also kills bankers and intelligence sources. The protagonist isn't *supposed* to do anything, so he's done playing by the rules (dunh dunh DUNH!) and has gone rogue to find the baddie. This is all said in the first three pages. Considering the motivation for the protagonist to go rogue is the murder spree, I find it odd we as readers don't get to see the protagonist affected by the murder spree or see him make the decision to go rogue. It's as if the story is starting slightly *after* the real beginning, and because we still need that context, the information is thrown at us in exposition. This just makes those murders feel less important than I'm sure they are. And what will you, fellow creative, learn in the first five pages? Let's find out!

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Poisoned Pen Podcast
Graham Brown discusses Clive Cussler's Dark Vector, Matthew Quirk discusses Red Warning

Poisoned Pen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 64:33


Barbara Peters in conversation with Graham Brown and Matthew Quirk

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I Went Camping With
This is How Matthew Quirk Became a NYT Bestselling Author

I Went Camping With

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2021 116:44


1:20-1:50 - ocean babies; original jersey shore 2:20-3:00 - family sailboat story6:05-7:26 - talking about peers and gratefulness9:55-10:21  write what you know12:40-15:40 working at the Atlantic30:00-32:10 how each writer is different when starting their books36:00-36:39 reading what others write to get ideas38:30-41:20  Matthew Quirk Actually Takes Classes on How To Escape42:00-43:20  Smo're Story00:48:00;15 - 43:40-48 spooky story 35:58- 38:22  Reading other people's work will improve your own.   1:02:50-1:04:10 writing advice1:14:20-1:14:50 the dance for publication1:14:51-1:15:30 his experience in the dance that led to “the 500”1:16:30-1:16:48 This is how much he loves writing.  1:19:40-1:20:15 Chipotle Was His First Meal After Success. 1:21:40-1:23:21 The Second Book is Always The Toughest 1:23:50-1:25:10 Does He Write in Silence Or Music?1:33:15-1:34:00 You must turn off the internet to write.  1:34:20-1:36:39 meeting your writing heroes at conventions 1:38:10-1:38:40 everyone goes through the ringer at some point01:51:49;04 - 1:51:30-1:51:49 How you know when your spouse  1:52:10-1:53:00 His Ultimate Advice For Fighting With Your Spouse 

That's a Fact
S2E3 - Matthew Quirk and James Monahan

That's a Fact

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 59:31


On this episode we discuss more current events, and then are joined by Josh Harrison and Daimen Storch for a deeper discussion of theology and morality in the world today. Follow us on Instagram @therealthatsafactpodcast New episodes are released on Mondays at 12:00am Subscribe on your preferred service to never miss a release!

That's a Fact
S2E2 - Matthew Quirk

That's a Fact

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 103:38


Join Matt and Matt as they discuss more current events and offer their hot takes on the situations in the world around. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @therealthatsafactpodcast

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That's a Fact
Welcome to That's a Fact season 2 - Matthew Quirk

That's a Fact

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 86:15


Matthew Quirk is an old friend and pre-med student at Boston College. In this episode we discuss current events relating to the Coronavirus, faith in society, COVID heros and generally catch up on the state of the world today. Follow me on Instagram - instagram.com/m.harrison410?igshid=nebrxd504tlo

Assassinations Podcast
Hour of the Assassin: An Interview with Matthew Quirk

Assassinations Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 36:41


Hour of the Assassin, the latest book by best-selling novelist Matthew Quirk, is a romp through a dangerous world of dark money, dirty secrets, political manipulation, and murder. Matthew speaks with Niall about his work, and his own experiences of life inside the Beltway.To find out more about the people and music featured in today’s episode, visit the Assassinations Podcast website, www.AssassinationsPodcast.com. While there, you can also check out our Bookstore, where we recommend some great episode-related books and reading material, and shop our Merch Store to nab a log tee or tote bag.If you’d like to support the show, we have a Patreon page. We offer a variety of different support levels with lots of fun perks, including bonus episodes, stickers, merch store credit, and more! Find us at patreon.com/AssassinationsPodcastTo find out about Matthew Quirk and his new book, Hour of the Assassin, go to his website: matthewquirk.comAnd to listen to the show we promoted this week, Southern Gothic Podcast, head on over to their website: southerngothicmedia.comAssassinations Podcast was created by Niall Cooper, who also researches and writes the show. Lindsey Morse is our editor and producer. Our theme music was created by Graeme Ronald. If you’d like to hear more from Graeme, check out his band, Remember Remember. You’ll find them on iTunes.

Smarty Pants
#129: Spy Games and Secrets

Smarty Pants

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 23:33


Our guest this week is New York Times best-selling novelist Matthew Quirk, who went from being a reporter at The Atlantic to writing thrillers about government fixers and special agents. His latest book is Hour of the Assassin, about an ex-Secret Service agent who tests the security protecting public officials for weaknesses that might allow killers to break through. That is, until his latest assignment ends in … a setup! Quirk’s previous books have dealt with every manner of agent, from the FBI and special ops to con men and consultants. He joins us to talk about his approach to writing thrillers, how he avoids getting scooped by the news, and what fiction of all kinds has to offer us in dark times.Go beyond the episode:Matthew Quirk’s Hour of the AssassinRead Quirk’s essay for Vox on how the Trump era keeps spoiling his booksWe love John le Carré too: read senior editor Bruce Falconer’s review of the master’s memoir, The Pigeon TunnelFor an escape of a different kind, check out our editors’ favorite British detective showsTune in every week to catch interviews with the liveliest voices from literature, the arts, sciences, history, and public affairs; reports on cutting-edge works in progress; long-form narratives; and compelling excerpts from new books. Hosted by Stephanie Bastek and sponsored by the Phi Beta Kappa Society.Subscribe: iTunes • Feedburner • Stitcher • Google Play • AcastHave suggestions for projects you’d like us to catch up on, or writers you want to hear from? Send us a note: podcast [at] theamericanscholar [dot] org. And rate us on iTunes!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Smarty Pants
#129: Spy Games and Secrets

Smarty Pants

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 23:33


Our guest this week is New York Times best-selling novelist Matthew Quirk, who went from being a reporter at The Atlantic to writing thrillers about government fixers and special agents. His latest book is Hour of the Assassin, about an ex-Secret Service agent who tests the security protecting public officials for weaknesses that might allow killers to break through. That is, until his latest assignment ends in … a setup! Quirk’s previous books have dealt with every manner of agent, from the FBI and special ops to con men and consultants. He joins us to talk about his approach to writing thrillers, how he avoids getting scooped by the news, and what fiction of all kinds has to offer us in dark times.Go beyond the episode:Matthew Quirk’s Hour of the AssassinRead Quirk’s essay for Vox on how the Trump era keeps spoiling his booksWe love John le Carré too: read senior editor Bruce Falconer’s review of the master’s memoir, The Pigeon TunnelFor an escape of a different kind, check out our editors’ favorite British detective showsTune in every week to catch interviews with the liveliest voices from literature, the arts, sciences, history, and public affairs; reports on cutting-edge works in progress; long-form narratives; and compelling excerpts from new books. Hosted by Stephanie Bastek and sponsored by the Phi Beta Kappa Society.Subscribe: iTunes • Feedburner • Stitcher • Google Play • AcastHave suggestions for projects you’d like us to catch up on, or writers you want to hear from? Send us a note: podcast [at] theamericanscholar [dot] org. And rate us on iTunes! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Writer Types
Co-Hosts E.A. Aymar & Sarah Chen, authors Sheena Kamal, Matthew Quirk

Writer Types

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 40:40


Special guets co-hosts E.A. Aymar and Sarah Chen (The Swamp Killers) talk with Sheena Kamal (Never Go Back) and Matthew Quirk (Hour of the Assassin) All music used by permission under the creative commons license. Music in this episode includes: Skuba Drive by Quincas Moreira Blue Highway by Podington Bear ChaCha Fontanez by Jimmy Fontanez Jazz In Paris by Media Right Productions I'se a Muggin by The Underscore Orkestra Sunday by Otis McDonald

New Books in Literature
Matthew Quirk, "Hour of the Assassin" (William Morrow, 2020)

New Books in Literature

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 38:26


After a decade spent protecting public officials, Nick Averose has the unique ability to think like an assassin. Now he works as a red-teamer, who tests security systems to find vulnerabilities. His latest assignment, to assess the security of a former CIA director’s home, goes horribly wrong, and Nick gets entangled in a vicious crime that rocks Washington D.C. He knows he’s been framed, and now they’re out to kill him. But who are they, and what do they want? Today I spoke with Matthew Quirk about his new book Hour of the Assassin (William Morrow, 2020). Quirk is the New York Times bestselling author of The 500, The Directive, Cold Barrel Zero, and Dead Man Switch. He studied history and literature at Harvard College and spent five years at The Atlantic reporting on crime, private military contractors, terrorism prosecutions, and international gangs. His first novel was nominated for an Edgar Award, and he lives in San Diego, California. When he is not writing, he spends his time hiking, skiing, and surfing. If you enjoyed today’s podcast and would like to discuss it further with me and other New Books Network listeners, please join us on Shuffle. Shuffle is an ad-free, invite-only network focused on the creativity community. As NBN listeners, you can get special access to conversations with a dynamic community of writers and literary enthusiasts. Sign up by going to www.shuffle.do/NBN/join G.P. Gottlieb is the author of the Whipped and Sipped Mystery Series and a prolific baker of healthful breads and pastries. Please contact her through her website (GPGottlieb.com) if you wish to recommend an author (of a beautifully-written new novel) to interview, to listen to her previous podcast interviews, to read her mystery book reviews, or to check out some of her awesome recipes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books Network
Matthew Quirk, "Hour of the Assassin" (William Morrow, 2020)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 38:26


After a decade spent protecting public officials, Nick Averose has the unique ability to think like an assassin. Now he works as a red-teamer, who tests security systems to find vulnerabilities. His latest assignment, to assess the security of a former CIA director’s home, goes horribly wrong, and Nick gets entangled in a vicious crime that rocks Washington D.C. He knows he’s been framed, and now they’re out to kill him. But who are they, and what do they want? Today I spoke with Matthew Quirk about his new book Hour of the Assassin (William Morrow, 2020). Quirk is the New York Times bestselling author of The 500, The Directive, Cold Barrel Zero, and Dead Man Switch. He studied history and literature at Harvard College and spent five years at The Atlantic reporting on crime, private military contractors, terrorism prosecutions, and international gangs. His first novel was nominated for an Edgar Award, and he lives in San Diego, California. When he is not writing, he spends his time hiking, skiing, and surfing. If you enjoyed today’s podcast and would like to discuss it further with me and other New Books Network listeners, please join us on Shuffle. Shuffle is an ad-free, invite-only network focused on the creativity community. As NBN listeners, you can get special access to conversations with a dynamic community of writers and literary enthusiasts. Sign up by going to www.shuffle.do/NBN/join G.P. Gottlieb is the author of the Whipped and Sipped Mystery Series and a prolific baker of healthful breads and pastries. Please contact her through her website (GPGottlieb.com) if you wish to recommend an author (of a beautifully-written new novel) to interview, to listen to her previous podcast interviews, to read her mystery book reviews, or to check out some of her awesome recipes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Currently Reading
Season 2, Episode 30: Joining a Book Cult + The Art of the Buddy Read

Currently Reading

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 44:59


Ready for your newly slimmed down show notes? (Don’t worry, the timestamps and links are STILL HERE): Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: a digital library challenge and an audiobook realization Current Reads: five-star books by black authors, suspense and MG winners Deep Dive: Buddy Reading Book Presses: a graphic novel for adults lands and as classic middle grade pick As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil the surprise, don’t scroll down!  *Please note that all book titles linked above are Amazon affiliate links. Your cost is the same, but a small portion of your purchase will come back to us to help offset the costs of the show. Thanks for your support!*   . . . . . Book of the Month: (These are Goodreads links, since we hope you’ll use our BOTM link to sign up if you’re interested!) 1:29 - Hour of the Assassin by Matthew Quirk 2:28 - The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver 2:32 - One Day in December by Josie Silver 2:42 - Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid 2:47 - Dark Matter by Blake Crouch Use our Link and the code CURRENTLYREADING to get your first book for just $9.99! Bookish Moments: 6:10 - The Dutch House by Ann Patchett 6:22 - Amazon Echo Dot (or Echo) to access Alexa for listening to audiobooks at home 7:05 - Audible try it out for free! Current Reads: 7:46 - The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré 11:11 - Mr. Gedrick and Me by Patrick Carman 11:18 - Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers 13:45 - Pride by Ibi Zoboi 13:48 - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen 16:20 - The Blinds by Adam Sternbergh 17:55 - Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke 18:54 - The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson 21:11 - The Family Upstairs by Lisa Jewell Deep Dive - Buddy Reading: 27:28 - An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green 28:23 - We Were Eight Years in Power by Ta-Nehisi Coates 30:48 - I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes 32:25 - The Stand by Stephen King 32:36 - The Outsider by Stephen King 35:27 - The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain 36:08 - Still Life by Louise Penny 37:55 - Patreon will get you into our Buddy Read discussion on 4/19! Books We Want to Press Into Your Hands: 39:05 - March by John Lewis 40:50 - Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery 50:53 - Understood Betsy by Dorothy Canfield Fisher 42:31 - The Home Maker by Dorothy Canfield 42:57 - The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery 43:04 - Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Like An Adult
Justice: A Matthew Quirk Story

Like An Adult

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 59:18


Matthew Quirk Joins the pod and we talk about him breaking up an assault at Mutiny Radio, college frats, wealth and opening up the first Medicinal Marijuana shop in Oakland.

My Limited View
I live in a van

My Limited View

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2019 33:41


EPISODE 26 - I live in a van Guest: Matthew Quirk What if you had to live in a van? Do you think you can make that work? Our special guest Matthew Quirk shares how he went from living in an apartment in San Francisco to now living in his van. Want to connect with Matthew? Facebook Instagram You can find us here… Website: https://sergiothecomic.com/mlv-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/mlvpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/MLVPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlvpodcast/ Email: MLVPodcast@gmail.com Theme song by: http://djolgat.net

Matthew Banks Podcast
MBP - Episode 76 - Matthew Quirk

Matthew Banks Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2018 64:22


Matthew Quirk joins me today for a podcast.  Matthew is a Bay Area Comedian that performs all throughout the city.  You'll love him on this episode! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
CW 688 FBF - A Heist in the Federal Reserve with Matthew Quirk NY Times Best-Selling Author of ‘Hacking the Fed', ‘500' & ‘The Directive'

Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2016 48:50


Matthew Quirk is the author of the best-selling book, ”The 500″ and author of the new book on the Fed, “The Directive,” which centers on a conspiracy plot at the Federal Reserve. Quirk joins the podcast to break down how realistic this plot could be today. Quirk spent a year working with red team security experts, hackers, lock pickers, social engineers, and sources inside the Fed to map out what a true-to-life 21st century heist would look like at the most powerful bank in capitalism. He shares the loopholes within the Fed's security system and gives his guesstimate on the best chance someone has in hacking the Fed. Key Takeaways: (0:50) Intro portion of the show (12:52) Looking at 1984 (19:47) Upcoming Creating Wealth Seminar in Little Rock, Arkansas (27:27) Introducing Matthew Quirk (37:18) Discussion of social engineering (38:55) General thoughts on the role of the Fed (41:49) Security & The Fed (43:24) Closing comments Links: Find out more about Matthew Quirk at www.matthewquirk.com.

New Books in Literature
Matthew Quirk, “Cold Barrel Zero” (Mulholland Books, 2016)

New Books in Literature

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2016 47:30


The next time you head to the beach or settle in for a long plane ride, you may not want your imagination filling with images of rogue operatives planting traps or terrorist organizations plotting against unsuspecting victims. You wouldn’t want to imagine explosions, assassinations, or .50 caliber rounds ripping through steel. No way. We get enough of those worries from the news. And yet there is an experience where these things go from worrisome to worry-free, where watching men and women fight for their lives is—yes—fraught and nail-biting, but also a lot of fun. And that experience happens when you’re reading a good military thriller. Today I chat with Matthew Quirk, who’s written a great one. It’s entitled Cold Barrel Zero (Mulholland Books, 2016), and I’m afraid I can share with you much of its plot. It’s so full of twists and turns, reversals and surprises, that just about any description of it will result in a spoiler, so I’ll just ask Quirk to take on that descriptive challenge himself. What I can say is that Quirk takes us inside the genre and shares with us how a writer goes about mixing cutting-edge military technology, political intrigue, and haunted characters to create a plot with all velocity of an Apache Assault helicopter and all the intelligence of a Black Ops mission behind enemy lines. One quick thing: about a fourth of the way into the interview, there’s some low-level background noise that goes on for a few minutes. Given Matthew’s book, I’d like to say it’s the result of NSA surveillance or a drone hovering nearby, but I’m afraid it’s not that glamorous. However, please don’t let an unwelcome and unexpected lawnmower throw you off. It’s over soon enough, and, odds are, you’ll be too engaged with Quirk’s insights for it to bother you. My apologies. One of the many things I learned from Quirk’s thriller is that I certainly don’t possess the techno-prowess to make it as a military operative. Nope, I’ll stick to reading about them on the beach. Eric LeMay is on the creative writing faculty at Ohio University. His work ranges from food writing to electronic literature. He is the author of three books, most recently In Praise of Nothing: Essay, Memoir, and Experiments (Emergency Press, 2014). He can be reached at eric@ericlemay.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Books Network
Matthew Quirk, “Cold Barrel Zero” (Mulholland Books, 2016)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2016 47:30


The next time you head to the beach or settle in for a long plane ride, you may not want your imagination filling with images of rogue operatives planting traps or terrorist organizations plotting against unsuspecting victims. You wouldn’t want to imagine explosions, assassinations, or .50 caliber rounds ripping through steel. No way. We get enough of those worries from the news. And yet there is an experience where these things go from worrisome to worry-free, where watching men and women fight for their lives is—yes—fraught and nail-biting, but also a lot of fun. And that experience happens when you’re reading a good military thriller. Today I chat with Matthew Quirk, who’s written a great one. It’s entitled Cold Barrel Zero (Mulholland Books, 2016), and I’m afraid I can share with you much of its plot. It’s so full of twists and turns, reversals and surprises, that just about any description of it will result in a spoiler, so I’ll just ask Quirk to take on that descriptive challenge himself. What I can say is that Quirk takes us inside the genre and shares with us how a writer goes about mixing cutting-edge military technology, political intrigue, and haunted characters to create a plot with all velocity of an Apache Assault helicopter and all the intelligence of a Black Ops mission behind enemy lines. One quick thing: about a fourth of the way into the interview, there’s some low-level background noise that goes on for a few minutes. Given Matthew’s book, I’d like to say it’s the result of NSA surveillance or a drone hovering nearby, but I’m afraid it’s not that glamorous. However, please don’t let an unwelcome and unexpected lawnmower throw you off. It’s over soon enough, and, odds are, you’ll be too engaged with Quirk’s insights for it to bother you. My apologies. One of the many things I learned from Quirk’s thriller is that I certainly don’t possess the techno-prowess to make it as a military operative. Nope, I’ll stick to reading about them on the beach. Eric LeMay is on the creative writing faculty at Ohio University. His work ranges from food writing to electronic literature. He is the author of three books, most recently In Praise of Nothing: Essay, Memoir, and Experiments (Emergency Press, 2014). He can be reached at eric@ericlemay.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
CW 396: A Heist in the Federal Reserve with Matthew Quirk NY Times Best-Selling Author of ‘Hacking the Fed', ‘500' & 'The Directive'

Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2014 47:18


Matthew Quirk is the author of the best-selling book,"The 500" and author of the new book on the Fed, "The Directive," which centers on a conspiracy plot at the Federal Reserve. Quirk joins the podcast to break down how realistic this plot could be today.    Quirk spent a year working with red team security experts, hackers, lockpickers, social engineers, and sources inside the Fed to map out what a true-to-life 21st century heist would look like at the most powerful bank in capitalism. He shares the loopholes within the Fed's security system and gives his guestimate on the best chance someone has in hacking the Fed.   Find out more about Matthew Quirk at www.matthewquirk.com.