#53 - Thomas McGuane: Writing, Hollywood, and a Life Well Lived

Thomas McGuane, legendary novelist, screenwriter, and outdoorsman, joins us for a captivating conversation about his extraordinary life and career. From writing acclaimed novels like 92 in the Shade to navigating Hollywood, marrying Margot Kidder, and later settling into life as a Montana rancher, McGuane shares his reflections on creativity, resilience, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. In this episode, we discuss his early struggles as a writer, the moment he found success while living off $600, and the wild days of Key West in the 1970s. McGuane opens up about his friendships with literary and cultural icons like Jimmy Buffett and Jim Harrison, as well as his insights on aging, legacy, and the lessons learned along the way. Join us for a fascinating conversation with a man who has lived more lives than most and has the stories to prove it. SPONSORS: ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs (https://elevenlabs.io) for supporting this episode and powering Tim’s voice. ALS Investment Fund: Thanks to ALS Investment Fund (https://www.alsinvestmentfund.com) for supporting this episode. SOCIAL: Website: https://tgnlu.com   Twitter: https://twitter.com/nlutimgreen   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NLUpod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlupod/  AUDIO ONLY: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fhcANt7CSnYvgBlgxpVVa  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nothing-left-unsaid/id1734094890   PERSONAL:  Tackle ALS: https://www.tackleals.com   Tim Green Books: https://authortimgreen.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices