On this episode of The Wide Lens Podcast, we welcome filmmaker and storyteller Michael Lienau, whose life was forever altered by one of the most dramatic natural events in American history. When Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980, Michael was a young filmmaker drawn to the unfolding story, and just days later he found himself at the mountain again for the second largest eruption ever recorded in the United States. What began as an attempt to document history quickly became a fight to survive it. His footage from that day became iconic, shaping how the world understood the scale and power of the disaster.

But Michael’s journey is far more than a tale of being in the wrong place at the right time. It is a story of instinct, courage, and a deep commitment to capturing truth. In this conversation, we explore the moments leading up to the eruption, the days that followed, and how that experience shaped the rest of his career. We also look at the work he is doing now, continuing to elevate stories that help people see the world through a wider lens.

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On this episode of The Wide Lens Podcast, we welcome Melvin Perdue - ballplayer, coach, and actor whose journey spans the diamond and the silver screen. From Little League in Alabama to championship clubs across Europe and Australia, his 14‑season career reflects grit, adaptability, and a love for baseball without borders. Melvin’s path also led to Hollywood, where he portrayed Ray Durham in the Oscar‑nominated film Moneyball. Working alongside Brad Pitt, Chris Pratt, Jonah Hill, and Philip Seymour Hoffman, he brought authenticity to one of baseball’s great underdog stories and discovered how sport and storytelling intersect. Join us as we explore his remarkable journey - the sparks that lit his passion, lessons learned worldwide, and behind‑the‑scenes moments from Moneyball you’ve never heard before.

On this episode of The Wide Lens Podcast, we welcome Steve Englehart, legendary writer whose six-decade career at Marvel and DC redefined superhero storytelling. From starting off as a young and hungry train riding staffer commuting into NYC to reshaping Batman with psychological depth and finally co-creating Shang-Chi and Star-Lord, his influence spans comics, animation, and blockbuster films. Steve also reflects on rescuing Captain America from cancellation, elevating Wanda and Vision, and revolutionizing how we see superheroes today. Along the way, he shares creative battles, editorial challenges, and lessons in imagination, persistence, and vision. Join us as we explore the wonderful life and times that is Steve Englehart.