In this episode, we sit down with Austin Green, an author, animator, and creator from Little Falls, who is making waves with his new children's book, The Huemon (H-U-E-M-O-N). This book is more than just a story—it’s a deep, colorful exploration of emotions, identity, and self-awareness, told through a vibrant world of characters who change color based on their moods. Austin shares his creative journey, the inspiration behind The Huemon, and how his personal experiences—including a battle with colon cancer—shaped the project.
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This episode is packed with creativity, emotion, and real talk about storytelling, resilience, and chasing your dreams.
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Show Markers:
(0:00) - Scott's Intro
(3:45) - Process of Writing the Book
(5:15) - Huemon Adaptations
(7:00) - Character Development
(8:50) - Real Life Correlation
(10:55) - Creating Awareness
(12:05) - Personal Journey & Healthy
(18:00) - Where is This Going?
(19:30) - Empathy
(20:40) - Shadow Work
(23:20) - Emotions by Age
(25:00) - Having the Conversation
(27:00) - Business Side of Books
(28:20) - More Than Money
(29:50) - Connecting with Austin & Finding the Book
(32:35) - Rapid Fire Questions