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NPR Illinois — Community Voices

Interview recorded October 1, 2026

I recently joined Jeff Williams at NPR Illinois for a conversation about my writing, community involvement, and the upcoming Barnes & Noble Local Author Fall Festival.

I also appreciated the opportunity to recognize the work of educators and students at Western Illinois University, the University of Illinois Springfield, and Lincoln Land Community College.

The broadcast and listening link will be added when available.

WIU Features Leadership & Stewardship Scholarship

Western Illinois University highlighted the establishment of the Michael P. Hart Leadership & Stewardship Scholarship, supporting future Army ROTC leaders and a commitment to service beyond self.

Read the WIU news feature →

Upcoming

Appearances & Events

Barnes & Noble Local Author Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 1–5 p.m. Central
Barnes & Noble — Southwest Plaza
3111 South Veterans Parkway
Springfield, Illinois 62704

Join me and fellow local authors for an afternoon of books, conversation, and signings. I’ll be meeting readers and signing National Treasure or Trash: War, Memory, and the Intergenerational Costs of Combat.

Whether you’ve already read the book or are discovering my work for the first time, I would enjoy meeting you.

Podcast Conversation with Brandon Morley

Recording scheduled for October 5, 2026

I’m looking forward to joining Brandon Morley for a podcast conversation. Episode details and a listening link will be shared here following its release.

Western Illinois University Podcast

Recording scheduled for October 22, 2026

I’ll join Dr. Jamie Johnson, Director of WIU’s School of Law Enforcement and Justice Administration, for an upcoming podcast conversation. As a Western alumnus, I appreciate the opportunity to reconnect and contribute.

The episode link will be added following its release.

University of Illinois Springfield — Spring 2027

Planning is underway for a presentation through UIS Military and Veteran Student Services as part of the Engaged Citizenship Common Experience (ECCE) Speaker Series.

The date, topic, and attendance details will be shared once finalized.

Videos & Recorded Interviews

Stories of Service with Theresa Carpenter

“To Kill for Silence or Die for Mercy” — Episode 275

I joined Theresa Carpenter for a candid conversation about military service, the human costs of war, moral injury, leadership, and the stories America tells about its veterans.

Listen to the full conversation →

Press Materials & Media Inquiries

Find my author biography, book information, and selected press articles in the downloads below.

For interviews, podcasts, speaking engagements, author events, or additional materials, please contact:

Major (Ret.) Michael P. Hart
Combat Veteran | Philanthropist | Author | Strategic Consultant
Hart Legacy Press, LLC
mph.author@gmail.com