Wm. Hovey Smith Sandersville, Georgia, a town that few have ever heard of, produced American Writer Wm. Hovey Smith, who overcame deafness as a child, a severe spelling difficulty, a number of near-death experiences, and a helicopter crash at 40-below zero on top of 1,000 pounds of explosives to become one of America’s most prolific media producers.
Hovey has over 20 published books, 1,100 YouTube videos, has done podcast radio, and even stand-up comedy—all with the object of helping others put food on their tables, money in their pockets, and living satisfying lives while leaving this world better than they found it. At 85, Hovey is working on a graphic novel and a pilot for a TV series, and challenges others to be as productive in his new book, Using AI to Make Your Own Job: Anytime, Anywhere, At Any Age.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
- That you can start your own business today with just an idea and the will to act.
- How Wm. Hovey Smith turned his childhood deafness into a unique strength for storytelling and media production.
- Why the fear of failure is often the biggest obstacle to creating a fulfilling life and career.
- That you have the power to define your own path instead of following what others expect of you.
- How to raise money for your ventures even when starting from scratch.
- Why an inventive mind can transform any human experience into a profitable opportunity.
- That life is constantly changing, and your ability to adapt is key to long-term success.
- How Hovey's near-death experiences, including a helicopter crash, shaped his philosophy of resilience.
- Why over 10,000 YouTube followers and 40 awards validate his methods for creative and entrepreneurial success.
- That at any age—even 85—you can pursue new projects like graphic novels and TV pilots while still helping others thrive.
about the show
America’s Authors is a television documentary series featuring authors, writers, storytellers, and creative entrepreneurs whose work has the potential to reach audiences far beyond the page.
Each episode takes viewers inside the story behind the book, exploring the experiences, ideas, challenges, and purpose that shaped the author’s work. Guests share why they wrote their book, what message they want readers to take away, and how their ideas can create impact in business, culture, entertainment, education, or personal growth.
The series highlights authors who have built meaningful stories, powerful frameworks, industry expertise, or life-changing messages through their writing. From business books and memoirs to self-development, leadership, fiction, and cultural commentary, America’s Authors gives writers a platform to bring their message to a wider audience.
The show also explores the connection between books, media, and screen adaptation, helping viewers see how a strong written idea can become part of a larger entertainment, education, or brand-building opportunity.
For featured guests, America’s Authors provides a platform to share their story, build authority, expand their reach, and show why their work deserves to be seen, heard, and remembered.
