Pastor Stephen Grant?

Stephen Grant is the pastor at St. Mary’s Lutheran Church on eastern Long Island. Grant is one of the more unique second-career clergy around, as he once worked for the CIA. Besides theology, his interests include archery, golf, writing, classic films, the beach, poker, baseball, and history. Grant also knows his wines, champagnes and brews. Oh yes, he generally dislikes politicians, and happens to be an expert marksman with a handgun and a rifle, while being pretty handy with a combat knife as well.

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Monday, May 18, 2020

PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray Keating – Episode #9: Reminders on Socialism, Reagan Conservatism and Bad Column Writing


Ray Keating finds himself having to remind people that socialism doesn’t work; that the lesson for conservatives is not to back away from Reagan; and that just because you agree with some points made in a column doesn’t mean that it necessarily was a well-written column. Tune in!

Order Ray Keating’s new book Behind Enemy Lines: Conservative Communiques from Left-Wing New York  –  signed books  or at  Amazon.

Read Keating’s latest columns on a wide range of issues at www.KeatingFiles.com. 

And one of Keating’s newest books is  Free Trade Rocks! 10 Points on International Trade Everyone Should Know, which is available at  Amazon  in paperback or for the Kindle edition, and signed books at  www.raykeatingonline.com. 

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Please take a look at Keating’s Pastor Stephen Grant novels, which are available in paperback and for the Kindle at  Amazon.com, and signed books at  www.raykeatingonline.com. The newest book is  The Traitor.


Thursday, May 14, 2020

PRESS CLUB C Podcast – Joy, Seriousness and Fun with Christianity and Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller

NEW! PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray Keating – Episode #8: Joy, Seriousness and Fun with Christianity and Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller – Make no mistake, the deep thinking in this episode is being done by Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, while Ray is kind of along for the ride and enjoying every second. 


Pastor Wolfmueller talks about Christianity (especially Lutheranism), the use of the Internet as a tool for the Church, Christian joy, martyrdom, American Christianity, his books and YouTube channel, and more! And yes, he also plays “Tell Me Your Favorites.” While this is the longest interview Ray Keating has done yet on the PRESS CLUB C Podcast, it’s clear that time flies when you’re having fun. And yes, there is no conflict between doing serious thinking and having fun.

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray Keating – Episode #5: Interview with Thom Brennaman – TV Play-by-Play for the Cincinnati Reds & FOX NFL

Ray Keating once again upgrades the podcast with a great guest. Thom Brennaman, Cincinnati Reds play-by-play TV announcer and play-by-play announcer for the NFL on FOX, is that special guest. 


Thom and Ray talk about Brennaman’s broadcast experience and some of his fellow Reds announcers; the NFL’s noteworthy accomplishments with this year’s draft; NASCAR getting out front on re-opening among major sports; what lies ahead for baseball; and what the Reds were up to in the offseason and what the team promises to look like whenever the first pitch is tossed out for MLB season. Thom also plays “Tell Me Your Favorites” and talks about some matters beyond sports. Despite being a ridiculous Reds fan, Ray manages to act professionally. Enjoy the conversation!

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Wednesday, April 22, 2020

PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray Keating – Episode #1: Conservatism, the Coronavirus Economy, the NFL Draft 2020, and What the Heck is PRESS CLUB C Anyway?


Ray Keating kicks off a new podcast. But what the heck is PRESS CLUB C? 

Keating explains, while also talking self-indulgently about himself and his interests. But he eventually puts aside the navel-gazing, and gets around to talking about some topics. Keating explains what conservatism is, or should be, and reflects upon some key points regarding the coronavirus economy. And then as a sports-starved fan, Ray gets downright emotional thinking about the upcoming NFL Draft 2020, and then winds up ranting about his Minnesota Vikings. Four Super Bowl losses with no wins has been tough on Ray over the years.

Please tune in here or click on the graphic above, and, Yes, tell everyone you know!

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Ray Keating's Authors and Entrepreneurs, Episode 38: Entrepreneurial Startup Tips for Writers

In this episode, Ray Keating looks at some tips for startup entrepreneurs that pertain to authors as well. Specifically, he applies five startup tips to being an author. Keating also says that he’s going to keep these tips to five minutes, but he winds up going twice as long.

Friday, May 10, 2019

Check out Ray Keating's Latest Authors and Entrepreneurs Podcast, Episode 36: 5 Minutes on the Need for Another Set of Eyes on Your Book

Ray Keating explains why you need another set of eye to take a close, critical look at your book or other writing project. But it is critical to get someone who you can trust to produce constructive feedback and ideas. After all, everybody has an opinion and most are quite willing to tell you what they think, but is their feedback based on experience and is it constructive? 
Keating goes on to explain that he now provides manuscript assessment and feedback for authors, offering thorough thoughts and suggestions, such as on story, plot, characters, dialogue, clarity, consistency and structure. This kind of constructive feedback is critical for authors and entrepreneurs. Listen at http://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/1116581-episode-36-5-minutes-on-the-need-for-another-set-of-eyes-on-your-book

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Check out the Latest Episode of Ray Keating's Authors and Entrepreneurs Podcast


Noting that authors are entrepreneurs, Ray Keating makes the case that authors need a business plan – an action plan – for each of their books. Without such a plan, authors are simply missing out on opportunities. Keating goes on to explain the service he now offers to produce a business plan – again, an action plan – for authors.


Go to
http://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/1103048-episode-35-5-minutes-on-a-business-plan-for-your-book

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Ray Keating's Authors and Entrepreneurs Podcast Episode #3: Partner with the Big Guys

Episode #3: Partner with the Big Guys like Amazon and Facebook

Readers, authors and entrepreneurs shouldn't hate the "big guys," like Amazon.com and Facebook. Instead, readers, authors and entrepreneurs should learn to love the big guys as partners. Leverage their bigness to your own benefit as authors and entrepreneurs, and to the benefit of your readers.

Listen at http://www.buzzsprout.com/147907/629969-episode-3-partner-with-big-guys-like-amazon-and-facebook, or via iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ray-keatings-authors-and-entrepreneurs-podcast/id1335700610.