Adam Skolnick, a journalist and author, shares the excitement of his debut novel, "American Tiger," which took 20 years to create. He recounts the challenges of recording the audiobook in the studio. The conversation dives into Rich's family crisis involving his mother's dementia, likening it to an 'Ocean's Eleven' heist. The duo reflects on relationships, personal growth, and the importance of showing up, all while touching on adventures like Alex Honnold's skyscraper climb and the Norwegians' Ironman triumphs. It’s an engaging mix of literary passion and life lessons.