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Andy Symonds - Ballast Books: SMS #110
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**Shoot Me Straight Podcast | Andy Symonds – The Story Behind *Man in the Arena* & AI’s Role in Writing** Welcome to the *Shoot Me Straight* podcast, hosted by Eddie Gallagher and Dave Fields. Despite their diverse backgrounds—Eddie, a former Navy SEAL, and Dave, an entrepreneur and former addiction counselor—they share a commitment to authentic living. Each week, they engage with guests from all walks of life, sharing incredible stories and real, unfiltered conversations. ### **In This Episode:** Eddie and Dave sit down with **Andy Symonds**, an **author, father, and the ghostwriter behind Eddie’s book, *Man in the Arena***. This episode dives deep into the **behind-the-scenes process of writing the book**, from the time and dedication it took to craft Eddie’s story to the challenges of turning real-life experiences into a compelling narrative. Andy also shares his thoughts on **AI’s role in writing**—where it’s useful, where it falls short, and whether it can ever replace the human touch in storytelling. Links:https://ballastbooks.com### **Key Takeaways:** ✅ The journey of writing *Man in the Arena* ✅ How long the book took to complete and the challenges along the way ✅ What it’s like to ghostwrite and bring someone else’s story to life ✅ Andy’s perspective on **AI in book writing**—is it a tool or a threat? ✅ The importance of authenticity and human experience in storytelling ### **Connect with Us:** 🌎 **Website:** [https://www.shootmestraight.net/](https://www.shootmestraight.net/) 📸 **Instagram:** [@shootmestraight](https://www.instagram.com/shootmestraight/) 🎙 **Listen on Apple Podcasts:** [Shoot Me Straight with Dave & Eddie](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shoot-me-straight-with-dave-eddie/id1658833992) 🎧 **Listen on Spotify:** [Shoot Me Straight with Dave & Eddie](https://open.spotify.com/show/02NvrnRFXemVPnh5Cxs56F) ### **Don’t Forget to Subscribe!** If you enjoyed this episode, hit **LIKE**, drop a **COMMENT**, and **SUBSCRIBE** for more raw and inspiring conversations. #ShootMeStraight #AndySymonds #ManInTheArena #EddieGallagher #Podcast #RealConversations #MilitaryStories #BookWriting #Ghostwriting #AIWriting #ArtificialIntelligence #Storytelling #VeteranStories
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