The Uncorking a Story Podcast

Listen in as host Mike Carlon pops the cork on conversations with your favorite authors. Uncorking a Story takes you on a journey into the brilliant minds behind your favorite books. Discover the secrets, inspirations, and hidden narratives that bring these stories to life. Join us every week for new episodes filled with laughter, insights, and captivating conversations. Subscribe now and never miss a sip of inspiration!

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Recently Uncorked Stories

“The writing is the easiest part. It’s everything after that—the marketing, the visibility, the noise—that makes this business so tough. But you’ve...

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Stories That Find Us: Rochelle Weinstein on Pivots and the Power of Persistence

The Uncorking a Story Podcast April 1, 2025 5:30 am

“We all have a light to shine, and today more than ever, the world needs us to shine those lights in all the different areas that are there.” – Julie...

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Lighting Up the World: The Extraordinary Power of Fireflies with Julie Wignall

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 25, 2025 6:00 am

Each book has its own trajectory and process… The things that are meant for you come to you.” – Kristen Arnett

Bestselling author Kristen...

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Kristen Arnett Unpacks Florida, Fiction, and Finding Your Voice

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 18, 2025 6:00 am

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🎙️ “The highs are great—but they don’t last. What matters is the grit to keep going.” — Rochelle Weinstein

In a world full of noise, this...

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The Truth About Success: It’s What You Do After the Highs Fade

The Uncorking a Story Podcast April 1, 2025 11:30 am

We often hold ourselves back with stories about what we’re not—wrong degree, wrong timing, not enough. But what if those stories aren’t true? In this...

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Author Julie Wignall on Why The World Needs Your Light Now

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 23, 2025 11:28 am

Kristen Arnett believes the best stories come from ideas you can’t stop thinking about. If you’re obsessed with it, readers will be too.

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Bestselling author Kristen Arnett on writing what obsesses you

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 18, 2025 9:01 am

What advice would you give your 13-year-old self? Management expert Dr. Kevin McGarry shares three powerful keys to long-term success:

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Dr. Kevin McGarry on Belief, Risks, and Finding Your Why

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 16, 2025 3:42 pm

What if, even in the most progressive circles, you had to keep your sexual orientation a secret?

Author Robert Steven Goldstein explores the...

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The Hidden Struggles of the BDSM Lifestyle: Author Robert Steven Goldstein Exposes the Truth

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 12, 2025 11:30 am

“Your voice matters. Your story is yours alone to tell—so tell it.”

Words of wisdom from former ad exec turned memoirist Barbara Boyle, the...

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Your Voice Matters: Wisdom from Ad Legend Turned Memoirist Barbara Boyle

The Uncorking a Story Podcast March 4, 2025 4:27 pm

Meet The Host

With an impressive 25-year career in the market research industry, Mike Carlon has mastered the art of moderating focus groups and in-depth interviews for renowned companies like Unilever, Pepsi, American Express, and JP Morgan Chase. In 2013, he launched the Uncorking a Story podcast, creating a vibrant platform for writers and authors to showcase their work. Mike's quick wit, genuine curiosity, and deep empathy infuse each conversation with insight and joy, making them a delight to listen to. As a talented writer himself, his eight captivating novels are available wherever books are sold. Beyond his moderating expertise, Mike also offers tailored storytelling workshops designed to inspire and engage his clients.

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