One Perfect Story: Chris Jones on "The Things That Carried Him"
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Episode description
Bryan is joined by journalist Chris Jones to remember his 2010 piece in Esquire, "The Things That Carried Him," a true story about Sgt. Joe Montgomery’s last trip home. They discuss how Jones knew he was ready to write this particular story, the process of covering the death of a loved one, and how this story resonated with readers. Then, they touch on Jones's experience writing for Esquire Magazine in the early aughts and working for David Granger.
Host: Bryan Curtis
Guest: Chris Jones
Producer: Erika Cervantes
Additional Production Assistance: Eduardo O'Campo
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