Dr. Dan Morgan

Dr. Dan Morgan

From Two Hearts and One Braincell: Cassidy Carson & JT Hume Amateur Hour by Cassidy Carson and JT Hume

March 29, 2026 · 28 min

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Dr. Dan Morgan about his memoir and the unique experiences that shaped his life and writing.

On our writer's podcast journey, CC and I have been privileged to meet authors with authentic and unique life experiences, but few are more special than Dr. Dan Morgan. In the world of writing, many aspiring authors grapple with the same question: What makes my story worthy of being told? This question is particularly poignant in memoir writing, where personal experiences are laid bare for readers to connect with. On our podcast, we delve into a conversation with Dan, who recently released his memoir “Hiraeth, The Voice of Home,” exploring his unique journey and the lessons he learned along the way. Raised in a challenging environment, Dan’s childhood was marked by instability. However, instead of adhering to societal expectations, he chose to explore various paths—roller derby, stand-up comedy, and eventually academia. He reflects, "I grew up in a home where there were no expectations. This freedom allowed me to explore and try everything. What do I have to lose?" You can learn more about Dan at his website https://danmorganthevoiceofhome.com/ "Hiraeth: The Voice of Home" is available on Amazon and Atmosphere Press . +++ Cassidy Carson and JT Hume (“CC &amp…

People in this episode

Hosts: Cassidy Carson, JT Hume

Guest: Dr. Dan Morgan

Topics covered

  • memoir writing
  • personal experiences
  • author interviews
  • life journeys
  • creative exploration

Keywords

  • memoir
  • writing
  • authors
  • life experiences
  • creative paths

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Two Moore Books, LLC, Amazon, Atmosphere Press

Books & works: Hiraeth, The Voice of Home

Places: Carson City, Nevada, USA

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