Every story deserves to be uncorked.

I'm Mike Carlon — author, podcaster, and writing coach. I help people find, shape, and share the stories only they can tell.

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Some of our biggest conversations.

The Man Who Invented the Medical Thriller

Robin Cook on writing his first book on a nuclear submarine, 41 novels later, and why Bellevue is unlike anything he's done before.

Music and Murder with Hannah Mary McKinnon

Internationally bestselling thriller author Hannah Mary McKinnon on craft, creativity, and what drives her to keep writing.

Lessons from the Other Side

Vincent Tolman was dead for 45 minutes. What he brought back changed everything about how he lives.

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450+ Conversations. One Mission.

Uncorking a Story is a weekly podcast featuring conversations with authors about their journeys — the breakthroughs, the setbacks, and the moments that made them who they are.

Whether you're a reader looking for your next favorite book or a writer looking for inspiration, there's a conversation here for you.

New episodes every Tuesday.

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