Bruce Wagner

When Marc reads the works of author and screenwriter Bruce Wagner, he starts to question reality. Bruce’s depictions of Hollywood personalities and show business darkness cut close to the bone and leave Marc trying to make sense of the life he chose. Bruce and Marc talk about where it all comes from, starting with his upbringing in the heart of Old Hollywood. Bruce also explains why being a victim of identity theft helped him write his new novel, ROAR, and why he decided to release his previous book, The Marvel Universe, into the public domain.Click here to Ask Marc Anything and Marc might answer your question in WTF+ bonus content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce Wagner, novelist and former Carlos Castaneda student, author of fifteen books including Amputation. He uses Hollywood as a lab for human behavior. He talks about transgressive fiction that skewers vanity and searches for transcendence. He recounts spiritual influences, writing after the LA fires, inhabiting saints and monsters, and why language drives his work.

Bruce Wagner, a renowned novelist and screenwriter, dives into intriguing topics like modern spirituality and the complexities of societal taboos. He explores the haunting stories of LA, including the dark side of fame and the personal struggles of individuals caught in its web. Wagner also discusses the themes from his latest work, 'The Met Gala & Tales of Saints and Seekers,' highlighting the contrast between beauty and tragedy in the streets of Los Angeles.