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April 1, 2024

Don Winslow, New York Times Bestselling Author of City In Ruins

On today’s 175th Episode of The Thriller Zone , now in our 6th Season, we’re happy to invite Don Winslow into our home for a face-to-face interview that, as you’ll quickly notice, is truly a one of a kind opportunity for this...

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March 25, 2024

Lisa Gardner, NYT Bestseller

I’m your host David Temple and welcome to Your Front Row Seat to The Best Thriller Writers in the World! On today’s 174th episode of The Thriller Zone Podcast, we welcome #1 New York Times Bestselling Author LISA GARDNER wher...

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March 18, 2024

JACK BEAUMONT

On today’s 173rd episode of The Thriller Zone , now in our Sixth Season , JACK BEAUMONT , former spy turned author, discusses his world of living in the spy world, as a former fighter pilot, and how those experiences have inf...

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March 11, 2024

CJ Box: Three Inch Teeth

Welcome to The Thriller Zone , I’m your host David Temple. On the TZ we explore the thrilling world of fiction crafted by today's most compelling authors. On today’s 172nd episode, we delve into the thrilling universe of C.J....

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March 4, 2024

Mark Greaney: The Chaos Agent

On today's 171st episode of The Thriller Zone , New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney discusses his latest book, The Chaos Agent. As Mark and I catch up, we reminisce about our previous interactions, as he explains h...

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Feb. 26, 2024

Nick Petrie

On today's 170th episode of The Thriller Zone , host David Temple and Nick Petrie discuss various topics related to Nick's book 'The Price You Pay'. They talk about personal updates, then delve into the opening scene of the b...

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Feb. 19, 2024

Gregg Hurwitz

On today's 169th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to introduce you to New York Times Bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz. If you're an Orphan X fan, you're going to join our deep dive in that series. Gregg shares insights...

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Feb. 12, 2024

James Grady

On today’s 168th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews James Grady , a renowned crime writer, and author of the classic spy thriller, Six Days of the Condor. James discusses his writing journey and the in...

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Feb. 9, 2024

Jon Lindstrom

In this 167th episode of The Thriller Zone, host Dave Temple interviews John Lindstrom, a movie & television star turned debut author. Lindstrom discusses his journey from acting to writing, including his experience writing s...

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Feb. 5, 2024

Terry Hayes

On today's 166th episode of The Thriller Zone, as we launch February here in Season SIX, we're thrilled to welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Terry Hayes, the author of the epic novel I AM PILGRIM. In this conversation...

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Jan. 29, 2024

Terrence McCauley

On today’s episode 165th episode of The Thriller Zone I’m happy to introduce you to a long-time fan and friend of our show, Mr. Terrence McCauley. He kicks off SEASON SIX with a discussion about his latest thriller CHICAGO 63...

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Jan. 15, 2024

The Thriller Zone Bouchercon 23 Replay

Yes, although this is THE BRAND NEW SEASON SIX, kicking off 2024, we are offering this BOUCHERCON REPLAY which was recorded at The Bouchercon Convention in San Diego last summer. Some are legends, while others are legends in ...

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Dec. 29, 2023

The Dave & Tammy Year End Extravaganza

In this 163rd and FINAL episode of 2023's podcast The Thriller Zone, David & Tammy Temple discuss their top 10 books, films, and TV shows of the year. The dynamic duo begin by introducing the show by setting the holiday mood....

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Dec. 26, 2023

Tod Goldberg author of Gangsters Don't Die

The Thriller Zone Podcast Episode Synopsis On this exciting episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple welcomes author Todd Goldberg to discuss his latest novel, "Gangsters Don't Die." David introduces Todd as one of the...

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Dec. 18, 2023

Steve Stratton, author of Shadow Sanction

Hello and welcome to the 161st episode of The Thriller Zone. Today marks the next to the last time an author will appear on this podcast in 2023. I’m your host David Temple and our guest is a member of our RISING STAR MONTH ....

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Dec. 11, 2023

Steve Urszenyi author of Perfect Shot

On today's 160th episode of The Thriller Zone , I'm happy to spend some time with debut author Steve Urszenyi as we discuss his thriller novel, Perfect Shot. Sure, we cover his experience as a writer, but be sure to listen as...

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Dec. 5, 2023

Jack Stewart, author of Unknown Rider

On today's 159th Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm very excited to welcome Jack Stewart, author of UNKNOWN RIDER. Yes, Jack grew up dreaming of being a TOPGUN pilot, after seeing the movie that nearly catapulted Tom Cruise's ...

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Nov. 27, 2023

Patricia Cornwell, International Bestselling Author of Unnatural Death

Welcome to the 158th episode of The Thriller Zone Podcast, where we delve into the minds of the greatest crime and thriller fiction authors of our time. Today, we have the immense pleasure of sitting down with the legendary P...

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Nov. 20, 2023

M.M. DeLuca author of The Night Side

On today's 157th episode of The Thriller Zone, and in celebration of Women Thriller Writers Month, I'm happy to introduce you to M. M. DeLuca. Marjorie has written a new suspense thriller with a literary influence I think you...

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Nov. 6, 2023

Tess Gerritsen, International Bestseller of The Spy Coast

On today's 156th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome International Bestselling & New York Times Bestselling author, Tess Gerritsen, as we launch NOVEMBER WOMEN THRILLER WRITERS MONTH ! To many, Tess is a household name, ...

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Oct. 16, 2023

Mark Greaney Bonus Replay

On today's 155th episode of The Thriller Zone, we're happy to provide a Bonus REPLAY of an earlier pre-recorded session with our friend and New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney. Learn more about Mark and his books a...

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Oct. 9, 2023

David Ellis, author of Look Closer: Replay

Today's 154th episode of The Thriller Zone is a BONUS REPLAY, featuring #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Ellis. David has written a stunning psychological thriller called LOOK CLOSER, and today we talk about it. Lea...

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Oct. 5, 2023

Eric Bishop, author of Ransomed Daughter

On today's 153rd BONUS episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome our friend Eric Bishop to the podcast. Eric joins us to discuss his latest thriller, the novella entitled RANSOMED DAUGHTER. He is also the author of T...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Mark Gottlieb, VP/Agent at Trident Media Group

Today we kick off October with our 152nd episode of The Thriller Zone, where we welcome super agent Mark Gottlieb. Mark is the Vice-President of Trident Media Group and is a highly-ranked literary agent in overall deals and o...

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