Inspiring conversations with engaging storytellers.
From Magazines to Manuscripts: Jonathan Small’s Writing Journey
"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...
The Practical Path to Peace: Janet Ettele’s Journey Through Buddhism and Art
"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...
Twice the Story: Julie McGue on Family, Identity, and the Journey of Belonging
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...
Crafting Fiction from Life’s Unexpected Turns with Mary Camarillo
"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...
Ashes to Answers: Sandra Schnakenburg’s Journey into Hidden Truths and Spiritual Healing
“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...
From Grief to Ghosts: Kevin Moore on Writing, Dreams, and Spiritual Thrillers
“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,...
Turning Discomfort into Self-Love: Jenna Tico’s Path to Authenticity
"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,...
Unlocking High Vibrations: Lainie Sevante Wulkan on Intuition, Food Healing, and Wellness
Unlocking High Vibrations: Lainie Sevante Wulkan on Intuition, Food Healing, and Wellness "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...
From Polio to Prose: Francine Falk Allen’s Story of Resilience and Revelation
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...
Fearless Fiction: Ellen Birkett Morris on Tackling the Novel and Taming Doubt
"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 Morris In this episode, we sit down with award-winning author Ellen Birkett Morris to discuss her fascinating journey into the...
From Pop-Punk to Epic Fantasy: Tim Facciola’s Decade of Dream-Weaving
From Pop-Punk to Epic Fantasy: Tim Facciola’s Decade of Dream-Weaving "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...
From Rock Bottom to Resilience: Pat Broe on Mental Health and Authentic Living
“We all deserve to meet the most real, confident version of ourselves—and the world deserves it too." – Pat Broe On 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...