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Uncorking a Story

Listen in to Uncorking a Story, where we pop the cork on hidden narratives and delve deep into the brilliant minds of your favorite authors. Get ready to unlock the magic behind your favorite books, one unforgettable story at a time. Hit that subscribe button and never miss a sip of inspiration!

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41:40

Ashes to Answers: Sandra Schnakenburg’s Journey into...

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2025/01/24

“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 SchnackenbergIn 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 tumultuous childhood to the uncovering of her housekeeper Lee’s astonishing hidden past. Together, they explore themes of healing, faith, resilience, and the profound impact

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47:43

From Grief to Ghosts: Kevin Moore on Writing, Dreams,...

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2025/01/21

“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. Kevin shares his journey from a chaotic childhood in New York to becoming a storyteller inspired by grief, lucid dreaming, and the supernatural. Dive into a heartfelt discussion about

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44:30

Turning Discomfort into Self-Love: Jenna Tico’s Path...

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2025/01/14

"The same things about me that made others uncomfortable are what I’ve come to love most about myself." – Jenna TicoIn 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 Life. Jenna reflects on the turbulent decade of her 20s, exploring messy relationships, self-discovery, and emotional growth through raw essays and poetry. She shares how writing became a

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45:58

Unlocking High Vibrations: Lainie Sevante Wulkan on...

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2025/01/10

"We are the walking embodiments of nature—what we feed our body feeds our soul." – Lainie Sevante WulkanIn 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 connection can nourish the body, mind, and soul. From her lineage of healers to her groundbreaking book High Vibrational Wellness:

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32:37

From Polio to Prose: Francine Falk Allen’s Story of...

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2025/01/07

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 uncovering jaw-dropping family secrets that inspired her novel. Francine opens up about the therapeutic power of writing, her transition from memoir to fiction, and the

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36:21

Fearless Fiction: Ellen Birkett Morris on Tackling...

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2024/12/31

"Fear was a huge thing for me, but I reached a point where I thought, if I don’t do this now, I’m never going to do it." – Ellen Birkett MorrisIn this episode, we sit down with award-winning author Ellen Birkett Morris to discuss her fascinating journey into the world of writing and her latest novel, Beware the Tall Grass. Ellen shares insights into overcoming fear, mastering the art of storytelling, and the serendipitous inspiration behind her novel—a story that spans time, connects lives, and

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48:18

From Pop-Punk to Epic Fantasy: Tim Facciola’s Decade...

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2024/12/27

"I don’t know if I’m too stubborn or too stupid to give up—but either way, I couldn’t stop until the story was exactly what it deserved to be." — Tim Facciola Tim Facciola, an award-winning fantasy author and former pop-punk band lyricist, joins us to share his 10-year journey of creating A Vengeful Realm, an epic fantasy trilogy inspired by gladiators, mythology, and the chaos of Manhattan’s grind. From his humble beginnings in an underground gym to his transformation into a published author,

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38:01

From Rock Bottom to Resilience: Pat Broe on Mental...

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2024/12/24

“We all deserve to meet the most real, confident version of ourselves—and the world deserves it too." – Pat BroeOn this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon uncorks the powerful journey of Pat Broe, author of The Real Confident You: Advice from a 20-Something Suicide Survivor. Pat shares his personal struggles with anxiety, depression, and a suicide attempt, which ultimately propelled him toward a mission of guiding others to live authentically. From breaking free of the social media facade

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44:05

Ethnic Schizophrenia: Helen Charov on Navigating...

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2024/12/20

"I think one of the reasons that I wrote the book was I wanted her to be proud of me." — Helen Charov In this compelling episode of Uncorking a Story, we sit down with Helen Charov, author of Tatiana's War: Escape and Survival on the Eastern Front in World War II. Helen takes us on a deeply personal journey through her mother’s wartime memoirs, revealing the harrowing experiences of life in Stalin’s Soviet Union, survival during the Nazi invasion, and the challenges of building a new life in

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31:12

Writing Through the Fire: Barbara Nickless on...

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2024/12/17

“Life’s tragedies can light the way to our greatest stories.” — Barbara NicklessOn this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon welcomes Barbara Nickless, a #1 Amazon Charts and Wall Street Journal bestselling author whose journey into writing was shaped by a lifetime of adventure and an unshakable resilience. From cave rescues to falconry, Barbara’s path to success is as captivating as her novels. She discusses how losing everything in the Waldo Canyon wildfire fueled her passion for

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69:26

Breaking Boundaries and Barriers: Ashleigh Renard’s...

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2024/12/13

"Choosing my own freedom felt like a radical act—like breaking every rule I’d ever known." – Ashleigh RenardIn this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon reconnects with Ashleigh Renard, bestselling author and social media sensation, for an inspiring and raw conversation about her latest memoir, Split: A Memoir in Pieces. Known for her humor and unfiltered advice on life, relationships, and personal growth, Ashleigh delves into her journey of family estrangement, reclaiming her identity,

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58:02

Behind the Scarlet Letter: History, Scandal, and the...

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2024/12/10

"The crime wasn’t the abortion—it was the sex outside of marriage. Let that sit with you for a while." – Pat SuprenantOn this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon welcomes Pat Suprenant, author of Behind the Scarlet Letter. Pat’s debut novel blends meticulous historical research with compelling storytelling to uncover the long-buried story that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter. Along the way, she delves into forgotten histories and reveals how they echo through the

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26:40

From Atheist to Apostle: Ganesh Venkataramanan’s...

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2024/12/06

"I realized that science alone couldn't answer my deepest questions—there had to be something more." – Ganesh VenkataramananIn this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon uncorks the extraordinary journey of Ganesh Venkataramanan (AKA Geeves), a scientist and Amazon bestselling author of Let Me Into Heaven: Three Computer Scientists Find Their Way to Life. Ganesh shares his transformative journey from Hinduism to atheism, and eventually to Christianity, exploring deep spiritual and

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40:34

From the Draft to Bestsellers: Robin Cook on Writing...

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2024/12/03

“I think that being a writer, in a certain sense, made me a better doctor, because being a writer, you have to constantly be thinking about characters and characterizations, et cetera. So I became even more kind of interested in my patients.” — Dr. Robin CookIn this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon uncorks the extraordinary journey of Dr. Robin Cook, the bestselling author who defined and subsequently redefined the medical thriller genre. From being drafted into the Navy to penning

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32:39

Whispering from the Grave, with K.K. Weakley

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2024/12/01

"The darker it gets, the more I enjoy it." – K.K. WeakleyK.K. Weakley returns to Uncorking a Story to discuss her latest novel, Whispers from the Grave, the fourth book in the Sekhet Saga. Born in Wexford, Ireland, K.K. shares her fascination with castles, demons, witches, and the paranormal, weaving vivid tales that keep readers on the edge of their seats. From her early days as a budding writer to crafting compelling characters and collaborating with her editor, this conversation uncorks the

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37:23

From Brooklyn to Bestsellers: Randy Susan Meyers on...

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2024/11/28

"Books have always meant more to me than breath—writing them is my way of making sense of the world and connecting to others." — Randy Susan Meyers In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike sits down with international bestselling author Randy Susan Meyers. Known for her emotionally charged novels exploring domestic drama and societal issues, Randy shares her journey from a book-obsessed Brooklyn kid sneaking reads by lamplight to a published fiction author in her 50s. She delves into her

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32:57

Breaking the Silence: Bridey Thelen-Heidel on Trauma,...

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2024/11/26

"I couldn’t let the secrets that controlled my past control my future." — Bridey Telen-HeidelIn this compelling episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon interviews author and TEDx speaker Bridey Thelen-Heidel about her powerful memoir, Bright Eyes: Surviving Our Monsters and Learning to Live Without Them. Bridey opens up about her journey through a tumultuous childhood marked by frequent relocations and the trauma of living with her mother's choices. Through resilience and a commitment to

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51:10

Haunted by Stories: Laura Buchwald on Writing,...

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2024/11/21

“Writing is a solitary endeavor, but creating community can transform the experience—it reminds us we're not alone in our stories.” — Laura Buchwald In this episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike pops the cork on Laura Buchwald, a New York City-based author, editor, and podcast co-host. Laura discusses her debut novel The Coat Check Girl, a ghostly yet heartwarming tale of loss, found family, and self-discovery set in 1999 New York and New Orleans. She opens up about her lifelong connection to writing,

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56:25

From Trauma to Transformation: Dr. Lisa Cooney on...

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2024/11/19

"I thought I was saving others, but it was my own soul that needed saving." — Dr. Lisa Cooney In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with Dr. Lisa Cooney, a therapist, healer, and author who has dedicated her life to helping people overcome trauma and unlock their full potential. They dive into Dr. Cooney’s transformative journey, from her own struggles with trauma and near-death experiences to the soul-healing techniques she has crafted. Lisa shares how her unique

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69:28

Epic Comebacks, with Cindy Finch

Uncorking a Story ·

2024/11/12

"Grief is actually a guru that guides us, taking us through the dark night of the soul and transforming us—even when it feels like it’s breaking us down." Listen in as Cindy Finch, a seasoned therapist, cancer survivor, and author of the powerful new workbook Epic Comeback dives deep into the gritty journey of healing from life's toughest challenges, including cancer, grief, divorce, and personal betrayal. She opens up about the importance of relationships, the concept of post-traumatic growth, and

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