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Yes! It’s the annual Halloween week show and this year we go further back than ever in our adventure into the paranormal. Yet, is it paranormal or could mediumship actually be normal?

A lovely, relaxing show today along the verdant Acequias of Albuquerque with noted medieval historian, Great Courses professor and author Joyce Salisbury whose work weaves history and geography wherever she travels. Her beautiful book, Acequias of Albuquerque: Walking Ancient Waterways is literally, “a gift to Albuquerque” for all of us here in the Land of Enchantment. Filled with 32 color photographs and over 80 black and white, plus trail maps, it is the definitive guide to the history of Acequias, the unexpected wildlife and profound beauty. Co-authored with guide, Kim Hafermalz, enjoy every second of this interview. A book to treasure. Contact Joyce through her publisher History Press.

I’m joined today by contributor to The New York Times and editor-at-large of Jewish Currents, Peter Beinart, Professor of journalism and political science at City University of New York to discuss his provocative new book, Being Jewish After The Destruction of Gaza. Joining me in the studio is clinical social worker, Marcelle Grant, who is one of the organizers of Peter Beinart’s talk in Santa Fe on October 20th. A must-listen episode about a controversial book and a critically-defining period in our global experience. More at peterbeinart.substack.com Register for his free talk at beinartinsantafe@gmail.com

Nationally-acclaimed naturalist, Priyanka Kumar, praised for her luminous book Conversations with Birds and often compared to Rachel Carson, joins me with her new book, The Light Between Apple Trees: Rediscovering The Wild Through A Beloved American Fruit.

A delight to chat with composer, guitarist, and music journalist Mark Small about his biography of Lee Berk, the former president of Berklee College of Music where Mark was on staff for many years. Lee Berk: Leading the Berklee Way covers the life and vision of Lee and his father Lawrence and why Berklee stands out as one of the most sought after colleges by musicians everywhere. Mark Small worked closely with Lee’s widow, Susan Berk to create this book honoring her husband’s life, and both will be at Collected Works Bookstore on Thursday, October 9th at 6:00.

Sean Perez started his performing career in 2004 when he first joined his High School's Rock Eisteddfod team. Being part of this dance team set him on his path to performance. He continued his dance training since specialising in L.A. Style Salsa & Latin American/Ballroom (with Karen Rufus & Diane Smedley), Commercial JFH & Music Theatre (jazz/tap/ballet).

A musical treat today with author, singer, songwriter and 2014 Oklahoma Poet Laureate emeritus Nathan Brown. With 30 volumes of poetry and prose to his name and uncountable songs, Nathan delights, informs and inspires audiences wherever he goes. Lucky for us, he has recently relocated to Santa Fe from Texas hill country and celebrates publication of the second book in his Birth of A Vagabond seasonal series here on The Last Word. He begins a new tour, along with his daughter Sierra, with a house concert next Thursday and a musical event at Susan Eddings Perez Gallery, 717 Canyon Road, Friday, September 19th beginning “around 6:30.”

Mother and son, Karen Chase and Matthew Chase-Daniel intrigue the airwaves with me to discuss art, writing, poetry, imagination and historical “facts.” Karen Chase comes to town to read her “re-imagined” story, Two Tales: Jamali Kamali and ZundelState, the first tale set in 16th Century India inspired by the magnificent tomb in Delhi of Sufi Saint Jamali and his supposed lover, Kamali, and ZundelState set a thousand years in the future. Matthew is well respected in Santa Fe for his podcast Coffee and Culture, art installations and mobile art gallery Axle Contemporary. Mother and son will be in conversation at Collected Works on Sunday, September 7th at 4:30 and always at karenchase.com and chasedaniel.com

New Mexico poet and activist Demetria Martinez in dialogue with playwright, poet and co-founder of IKON magazine Susan Sherman, light up today’s episode with powerful insights and sensitivity. Their collaboration, Poetry in Dangerous Times, gives a voice to those who have been silenced and a renewed strength for those who are frozen by a growing fear. As Demetria says, “Poetry is an act of resistance.”

Animal lovers stop scrolling now and click the Listen button. Here’s another informative, and this time poignant, interview with nationally-respected animal advocate Carlyn Montes de Oca following the passing of her beloved dog, Grace. Award-winning author of Junkyard Girl and Dog As My Doctor,Cat As My Nurse, Carlyn also teases her next book, to be published soon. animalhumanhealth.com