Stories influence, teach and inspire us, but what about the storytellers who create them? Uncorking a Story profiles storytellers to uncover how their background and life experiences influence the stories they create. We learn what motivates them, their path to success, and what fuels them to keep creating. It all starts by asking one simple question, where does your story begin? Welcome to uncorking a story. All of the books promoted on Uncorking a Story can be viewed and purchased here: https://bookshop.org/shop/UncorkingaStory
“Don’t be afraid to fail and just do what you want to do. The fear of failure holds so many people back.” – Jonathan Small Award-winning author, journalist, and podcast host Jonathan Small joins the show to share his fascinating journey through the ever-evolving world of writing. From a serendipitous first interview with George Carlin…
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“When we seek to benefit others, we’re at our best and happiest.”— Janet Ettele Meet Janet Ettele, author of How Joyous Effort Works. In this episode, Janet shares how her deep appreciation for music evolved into a passion for Buddhist philosophy, leading her to create a series of books that blend timeless teachings with modern…
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Life gives us a lot of lessons that we don’t know how we’re going to use, and then all of a sudden, we’re called to the challenge and we pick it up. – Julie McGue In this heartfelt episode, author Julie McGue returns to discuss her latest memoir, Twice the Family, a prequel to her…
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“Good fiction exposes us to people we don’t understand—and makes us care about them.” — Mary Camarillo In this episode of Uncorking a Story, we delve into the writing journey of award-winning author Mary Camarillo. From her early days as a voracious reader and rebellious high school journalist to an unexpected career at the U.S….
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Mike Carlon sits down with Patti Clark, award-winning author of This Way Up and Recovery Road Trip. Patti shares her journey from addiction and recovery to embracing creativity and connection as vital tools for healing. Together, they explore how tapping into our creative selves and inner child can…
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“She was the light in our chaotic home, the anchor in our storms. And yet, Lee’s story was a mystery even to her.” — Sandra Schnackenberg In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon welcomes Sandra Schnackenberg, author of the compelling memoir The Housekeeper’s Secret. Sandra takes listeners on a journey from her…
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“Life is stranger than fiction. I use the things I’ve experienced—the pain, the joy, and even the ghosts—in my writing.” — Kevin Moore In this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon sits down with Kevin Moore, the author behind the captivating Jack Kelly series, including The Book of Souls and The Book of Demons….
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“The same things about me that made others uncomfortable are what I’ve come to love most about myself.” – Jenna Tico In this deeply honest episode, we dive into the world of writer, performer, and community builder Jenna Tico as she discusses her poignant memoir, Cancer Moon: How I Survived the Best Years of My…
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“We are the walking embodiments of nature—what we feed our body feeds our soul.” – Lainie Sevante Wulkan In this inspiring episode, we explore the transformative world of high vibrational wellness with multi-modality healer and author Lainie Sevante Wulkan. Known as the “Food Oracle,” Lainie shares her insights on how intuitive eating, mindfulness, and spiritual…
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Writing my story helped me process resentment, discover hidden truths, and find peace—it’s cathartic in ways I never expected.” – Francine Falk Allen In this episode of Uncorking a Story, we sit down with Francine Falk Allen, author of A Wolff in the Family, to explore her incredible journey from navigating life with polio to…
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