Episode 99: James R. Hagerty: The Last Word on Creativity


"If obituaries can't be fun, what's the point of dying?" - James Hagerty

Known to his friends as Bob, James Hagerty has an illustrious career as a staff reporter and editor for The Wall Street Journal spanning over four decades, covering stories across the U.S., Asia, and Europe.

James Hagerty is the author of "Yours Truly," a remarkable guide to crafting life stories. This exceptional book has garnered acclaim from prestigious publications such as the New York Times, Washington Post, and, of course, The Wall Street Journal. Currently a freelance writer for The WSJ, James has spent the last seven years crafting nearly 1,000 obituaries. 

Get ready to gain powerful and also light-heated insights into the art of storytelling, especially the hardest story of all - your own!



Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast


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