Kolby Granville on Philosophy, Ethics, and Storytelling: Appearances

After Dinner Conversation is a literary magazine dedicated to publishing short fiction that sparks deep discussion about ethics, morality, and philosophy. Each story challenges readers to think critically and ask meaningful questions about human nature, responsibility, and the gray areas of right and wrong.

The publication was founded by Kolby Granville, an educator, attorney, and writer whose background in law and philosophy inspired him to merge storytelling with ethical inquiry. Under his leadership, After Dinner Conversation has grown into a respected voice for reflective, thought-provoking fiction—appearing in classrooms, book clubs, and dinner tables around the world.

Kolby frequently joins podcasts and interviews to discuss the philosophy behind the magazine, the art of ethical storytelling, and how fiction can illuminate real-world moral questions. Below is a collection of some of his recent appearances.

Podcast & Interview Appearances

• Tempe Tribune / Ex Tempe official aims to stimulate conversation

  • After Dinner Conversation interview w/Kolby Granville
    Written Interview›

• Duotrope / After Dinner Conversation Interview with Kolby Granville

  • After Dinner Conversation interview w/Kolby Granville
    Written Interview›

• Chills Subs / After Dinner Conversation Interview with Kolby Granville

  • After Dinner Conversation is a lit mag looking for stories that spur discussions and expand the reader’s mind. If you’re worried about what this means, have no fear.
    Written Interview›

• Andrew Careaga / Friday Five: Q&A with After Dinner Conversation founder Kolby Granville

  • ‘Great books … (are) about helping me understand the human condition through story examples.’
    Written Interview›

• Becky Tuch / Lit Mag News Roundup

  • A wide-ranging discussion about the challenges and joys of running a modern literary magazine.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• ONE ART: a journal of poetry / Substack for Lit Mags: A Conversation with Kolby Granville

  • A discussion about the rise of After Dinner Conversation on Substack to 150,000+ subscribers.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• The Lit Mag Lab / EP89: After Dinner Conversation: Philosophy & Ethics Short Story Fiction

  • A breakdown of After Dinner Conversation as a literary magazine. Really in depth!
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Writer's Workout / Literary Magazine Panel with Jay Aja, Kolby Granville, Miah Jeffra, Elizabeth Coffey & Mark Wish

  • literary magazine publishers in a panel discussion about the publishing process of shorter submitted works.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Short Story Today / Episode 103 - Kolby Granville and After Dinner Conversation

  • Kolby Granville, Founder and Editor of After Dinner Conversation: Philosophy and Ethics Short Story Magazine shares his thoughts and ideas about publishing a periodical, using fiction to explore ethical principals and philosophical concepts, and elevating popular culture.
    Listen on Audio Podcast›

• Philosophy in Motion

  • Exploring how movement, ethics, and philosophy intersect in creative work.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• The Monkey in the Machine

  • A deep dive into artificial intelligence, ethics, and the evolving boundaries between humanity and technology.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Oh My Word! Podcast

  • Kolby joins to discuss moral ambiguity in fiction and why “good” characters often make questionable choices.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Cocktails With Cav Show

  • An engaging, conversational look at philosophy, publishing, and life as a literary entrepreneur.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Ideas That Matter

  • A conversation on why philosophical storytelling matters in an age of fast media and surface-level engagement.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Philosophy vs. Improv w/ Kolby Granville

  • A fun, unscripted conversation blending improvisation and philosophical thought.
    Watch on YouTube ›

• Q&A with After Dinner Conversation Founder Kolby Granville

  • An in-depth interview about the creation and mission of After Dinner Conversation.
    Read the interview on Andrew Careaga’s Blog ›

• The Arts Scene Podcast with Lynette & Ari (Ep. 147)

  • Kolby discusses the evolution of After Dinner Conversation and how stories can challenge cultural assumptions.
    Listen on Libsyn ›

• Interview: Kolby Granville – eMerge Unchained

  • A thoughtful conversation about creative independence and building a platform for ethical storytelling.
    Listen on Apple Podcasts ›
    

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Kolby Granville, Founder and Editor of After Dinner Conversation Magazine.

About After Dinner Conversation

After Dinner Conversation publishes monthly collections of short stories that explore ethical dilemmas and philosophical questions. Each issue includes curated discussion prompts designed to inspire debate and introspection.

Readers can access individual stories free on Substack or subscribe to the full digital or print editions at afterdinnerconversation.com.

Want to Host Kolby on Your Podcast?

Kolby regularly appears on shows about literature, ethics, creativity, and philosophy to discuss the power of stories as moral laboratories.

If you’d like to have him as a guest on your podcast or interview series, please reach out: editor@afterdinnerconversation.com