Plot Recon: Where Thrillers Get Tactical
Go beyond the blurbs and dive into the battlefield of thriller writing. Hosted by Evan Graver—author of the Ryan Weller, John Phoenix, and Stuntman series—Plot Recon is the podcast where thrillers get tactical. Each episode features raw, unscripted conversations with top authors, exploring the craft, strategy, and chaos behind action-driven storytelling. From tradecraft to character arcs, publishing tactics to real-world ops, this is not your average writing podcast. It’s mission briefings for storytellers who write like warriors.
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Plot Recon: Where Thrillers Get Tactical
CIA Clearance Necessary with Scott Urbach
In this episode of Plot Recon, host Evan Graver interviews Scott Urbach, a former CIA officer turned thriller author. Scott shares his journey from joining the CIA in 1984 to transitioning into corporate security and ultimately becoming a novelist. He discusses the challenges of balancing his corporate career with writing, his unique writing process, and the importance of CIA clearance for his work. Scott also reflects on the influences that inspired him to write, the role of community in supporting new authors, and the reception of his debut novel, 'Admit Nothing.' Throughout the conversation, Scott emphasizes the importance of authenticity in storytelling and the challenges of navigating sensitive topics related to the CIA.
