Media & Speaking

A voice at the intersection of medicine and performance.

High-trust leadership for vulnerable performance — extended to the page, the stage, and the screen. Available for keynotes, industry panels, editorial contributions, and select interviews, curated to align with the values and tone of the platform.

Speaking Topics

Conversations few others can lead.

  • 01Medicine and the moving image
  • 02Performer health & vulnerability on set
  • 03The ethics of intimate storytelling
  • 04A former surgeon's view of intimacy coordination
  • 05Women, authority, and the camera

Author & Literary Recognition

Ten books. Critical acclaim.

Larrian Gillespie is the author of ten books, including nine titles on health and nutrition, and feature articles on performers including Michael Flatley.

★ Kirkus Star · Kirkus Best Books of 2026

Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice

Awarded a Kirkus Star and named to Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2026 — among the most distinguished honors in American publishing.

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Ten published books

Including nine titles on health and nutrition for men and women.

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Feature journalism

Long-form features on performers including Michael Flatley.

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Kirkus-recognized

Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice — Kirkus Star, Best Books of 2026.

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Magazine advisory boards

Served on the advisory boards of several national magazines, including SHAPE.

Television & National Press

A familiar voice on national television.

Decades of appearances on national broadcast, cable, and morning television — speaking calmly and authoritatively on medicine, vulnerability, and the human body.

  • CNN
  • Good Morning America
  • The Dr Ruth Show
  • Numerous national broadcasts

Editorial

Bylines & contributions

Available for thoughtful editorial pieces, op-eds, and long-form features for prestige outlets covering film, television, and culture.

Press

Interviews & podcasts

Selective with appearances. Suited to outlets that approach the subject with the seriousness it deserves.

For booking & press, begin here.

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