Best Kristina Cook Podcasts (2024)

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265 Secrets of Writing a Series with Kristina Stanley and Lucy Cooke 1:09:24

7d ago1:09:24

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Artistic decisions when setting up a series The different types of series Importance of series unity What a “skeleton blurb” is and how they help in planning a series The role of subplots throughout a series Story arcs for open and closed series Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct …

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The Black Herron: Episode 26 44:16

32m ago44:16

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-six between Rachael Herron and I. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as little as $2 right here. To find out more about Rac…

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266 Monster Romance with Jason Pinter 53:15

4h ago53:15

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Different writing approaches for different genres Creating realistic monsters Advice for switching between genres Balancing different elements when crafting a story Keys for reaching a wide audience Links I mentioned: Preorder House of Crimson Curses direct from me Preorder House of Crimson Curses on all…

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Mind Over Menu, with Jared Gleaton 42:07

1d ago42:07

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"Food had controlled me. The grocery store controlled me, restaurants controlled me—and I wanted to break free of that." In this mouth watering episode, Mike Carlon uncorks the story of Jared Gleaton, a nationally certified school psychologist and captivating food critic. Jared takes us on a fascinating journey from his early social media food revi…

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Dr. Matthew Nagra & Debunking The Latest Diet Myths 1:00:23

6d ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Dr. Matthew Nagra is a Naturopathic Doctor with a practice in Vancouver, BC. He is also a social media influencer known for debunking misleading diet trends and debating other online diet influencers. We discuss: The latest science on seed oils Plant vs. Animal protein Why blood sugar spikes are not necessarily bad Eggs, cholesterol, and heart dise…

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Turning Pain into Prose: Writing, Opioids, and Finding Purpose, with Laura Essay 37:27

8d ago37:27

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"I had no idea how big this was...over 80 percent of people you see in the alley were once you and me—soccer moms, CEOs—pulled into addiction by something that was supposed to help." In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with debut novelist Laura Essay, author of Side Effects Are Minimal. Laura shares her journey from bei…

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264 Growing & Sustaining a Happier Writing Career with Tiffany Yates Martin 1:06:16

14d ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Maintaining a passion for writing while building a thriving business Dealing with rejection and criticism as a writer Finding your authentic writer’s voice Overcoming writer’s block and the need for perfectionism Imposter syndrome and quieting unhelpful internal voices Find out more about Tiffany: FoxPri…

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Crafting Activist Fiction, with Jude Berman 34:20

18d ago34:20

34:20

"If you feel you have something worth saying, why not take the effort and pursue it?" — Jude Berman In this episode, host Mike Carlon uncorks the story of Jude Berman, an award-winning author and former editor who made the leap from publishing other people's books to writing her own. Jude reflects on her journey through the changing landscape of pu…

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263 Understanding Humour & Writing Funny Fiction with Dave Cohen 1:05:49

21d ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of humour in fiction Different types of humour The principles of writing funny fiction Making humour work on page Funny vs. offensive – where is the line? Embracing the rebel mindset Find out more about Dave: Bluesky @daveiswriting.bsky.social Funny Up Your Fiction: How to Add Light, Shade…

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Unlocking Emotional Intelligence, with Patrick Kilcarr, Ph.D. 43:38

24d ago43:38

43:38

"I think emotional intelligence invites us to slow things down and really take pause in relation to who we are in the world." – Patrick Kilcarr In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with Patrick Kilcarr, PhD, the Director of Georgetown University’s Center for Personal Development and an expert in emotional intelligence (E…

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262 Level Up Your Email Marketing Game with Liz Wilcox 48:41

28d ago48:41

48:41

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of personality in email marketing How often to send newsletters to your audience Tips for self-promotion How new authors can grow their email lists Measuring the success of your email marketing Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more about Liz: The Email Sound Booth Faceboo…

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Letting it Cook, with Fiona Barton 27:17

1M ago27:17

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“Writing is not just putting your fingers on the keys. Writing is thinking, imagining, and playing games in your head.” — Fiona Barton In this episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with New York Times bestselling author Fiona Barton, known for her psychological thrillers The Widow, The Child, The Suspect, and Local Gone Missing. …

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The Black Herron: Episode 25 46:59

29d ago46:59

46:59

Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-five between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron episode twenty-five. Don’t forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as litt…

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261 Project Managing Kickstarters with Petra Tayler 1:01:59

1M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What Kickstarter is and why authors should use it How to project manage better Aligning your Kickstarter with your brand Different wants between Kickstarter backers and normal readers How long does a Kickstarter take – including post production Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more abou…

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Uncorking Courage, with Kristina Kuzmic 42:02

1M ago42:02

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“My desire is to be for others what I needed when I was at my lowest.” – Kristina Kuzmic In this powerful episode of Uncorking a Story, Mike Carlon sits down with renowned author, comedian, and mental health advocate Kristina Kuzmic. Kristina shares her journey from a struggling single mother on food stamps to becoming a viral sensation and best-se…

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260 Crafting Multidimensional Villains with Dana Pittman 53:45

1M ago53:45

53:45

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Elements of a multidimensional villain Villain’s relationship with the protagonist Common mistakes when creating villains Developing back stories that add depth Building anticipation in your story Links I mentioned: Support my Kickstarter Find out more about Dana: Danja Tales Rebel of the Week is: Matthe…

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Redemption, Reinvention, and Writing, with Richard Podkowski 33:50

2M ago33:50

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"As a Secret Service agent, I was a secret writer... I kept my writing hidden for about five years." – Richard Podkowski In this episode of Uncorking a Story, I sit down with Richard Podkowski, a former U.S. Secret Service agent turned author. Richard takes us on a journey through his career, his novel The Walk On, and his passion for storytelling.…

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Episode 204: Dr. Alan Goldhamer & Can Fasting Save Your Life? 58:06

2M ago58:06

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Dr. Alan Goldhamer is the Founder of the TrueNorth Health Center and widely considered the world's foremost expert on multi-day water only fasting. He has spent decades using multi-day fasting to help patients heal from various health issues including cancers, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, autoimmune diseases, addiction, and many others. …

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259 Using the Enneagram to Find the YOU in Your Story With Dani Abernathy 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: How to use the enneagram in your work Infusing your personal experiences into your worldbuilding Fully embracing the “you” in your stories Steps for worldbuilding and story development Balancing an immersive universe with multidimensional characters Why stories have the power to change the world Links I …

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Creating New Purpose, with Jonathan Bogner 52:23

2M ago52:23

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"Resilience isn't just bouncing back—it's finding new purpose after everything changes." — Jonathan Bogner In this inspiring episode of Uncorking a Story, host Mike Carlon sits down with Jonathan Bogner, a seasoned film and reality TV producer who has faced unimaginable challenges. From experiencing heart failure, two strokes, and aphasia, to recei…

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258 Horror, Voice and Co-Writing with an Estate with Daniel Kraus 55:44

2M ago55:44

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Writing process of co-writing with an estate What the horror genre can uniquely express Common mistakes when writing horror How to deepen theme in your work George A. Romero – the man vs. the director Links I mentioned: Kimberly Grymes 4 Week Story Prep Find out more about Daniel: Pay the Piper danielkra…

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Writing Beyond Boundaries: Embracing Criticism, Late Blooms, and Creative Courage with Linda Moore2024 45:47

2M ago45:47

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"Perseverance is probably the most important skill or quality to have. Stick with it, and eventually you'll cross some kind of finish line." – Linda Moore In this episode, Linda Moore, a late-blooming fiction writer and art historian, shares her unique journey from political science and journalism to owning an art gallery and finally embracing a ca…

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The Black Herron: Episode 24 54:17

2M ago54:17

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-four between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-four. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as litt…

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257 SEO for Authors with Estelle Van de Velde 55:12

2M ago55:12

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The importance of SEO in an author’s online presence Understanding the intent behind a user’s search Creating SEO-friendly social media captions What keywords are and how to use them Optimising an Amazon book listing for better search visibility Find out more about Estelle: Read SEO for Authors YouTube C…

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From Myths to Medicine: Dr. Benjamin Caplan on Cannabis 41:18

2M ago41:18

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“There's so much literature in cannabis... I'm kind of acting a little bit like a translator for the general public and for the medical community." — Dr. Benjamin Caplan In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon sits down with Dr. Benjamin Caplan, a renowned family physician and expert in medical cannabis. Over the past 17 years, Dr.…

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256 From Indie to Traditional Publishing with Helen Glynn Jones 56:19

3M ago56:19

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: The journey from indie to trad Tips for pitching and querying Biggest differences between trad and indie publishing Common mistakes when approaching traditional publishing Craft lessons learned from ghostwriting Find out more about Helen: Threads @HelenGlynnJones Instagram @HelenGlynnJones TikTok @heleng…

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Finding Freedom Through Love, Connection, and Writing 53:22

3M ago53:22

53:22

"I felt really alienated before, but when I started walking on the streets and all these people started sharing their stories, I slowly started to heal." — Varuni Sinha In this compelling episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon interviews Varuni Sinha, a New York-based writer and multimedia producer, about her transformative journey from a…

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255 Thrifty Tips for a 7-Figure Author Business with Vanessa Vale 58:08

3M ago58:08

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: A "brick-by-brick" strategy for building a 7-figure author career The role consistent output can play in your success Ideas for repurposing intellectual content Developing an author brand that can withstand the whims of the publishing industry Building and maintaining a loyal readership Find out more abo…

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Writing Through Adversity with Ann Bancroft 39:46

3M ago39:46

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"I wasn't interested in writing about my own cancer journey, but I was interested in the idea of what if my situation had been flipped." — Ann Bancroft In this heartfelt episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Michael Carlon sits down with Ann Bancroft, a remarkable two-time breast cancer survivor who has made her literary debut at the age of 71. Banc…

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254 Multiple Pathways to Publishing with Emily E K Murdoch 56:59

3M ago56:59

56:59

Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Differences between self-publishing, independent publishing, and traditional publishing Publishing across different genres Working with an agent as a self-published author Managing your time and creative energy Advice for diversifying your publishing approaches Find out more about Emily: emilyekmurdoch.c…

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Healing through Story, with Holly LaBarbera 32:21

3M ago32:21

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"Writing is like therapy; it reveals the soul and heals the heart." — Holly LaBarbera In this episode of "Uncorking a Story," Holly LaBarbera, an accomplished author and psychotherapist, takes us through her fascinating journey from childhood letter writing with her grandmother to becoming a published novelist. She shares how her career as a therap…

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The Black Herron: Episode 23 51:25

3M ago51:25

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Hello Rebels and welcome to fireside chat number twenty-three between Rachael Herron and I. This is The Black Herron Episode twenty-three. Don't forget, Patrons get early access to these episode an entire month early and then we air them on the podcast feeds the following month. If you’d like to hear them early you can join me on Patreon from as li…

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253 Thrillers for Young Adults with Kara A Kennedy 52:50

3M ago52:50

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: Tips for writing toxic characters and dialogue Approaching sensitive topics in a way that is respectful to survivors Checks and considerations when writing about toxic queer relationships Blending supernatural elements into a natural story Finding your target audience as a YA author Find out more about K…

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Episode 203: Dan Cohen & VO2 Max, Visceral Fat, and Why We Should All Test Like Athletes 48:06

3M ago48:06

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Dan Cohen is the Chief Performance Officer at Human Powered Health. Human Powered Health's Mission is to power health and human performance for everyone. Dan is a former Professional Triathlete and Physiologist and leads the direction and vision at HPH. We discuss: Dan's background as a pro triathlete What is VO2 Max and why you should know yours H…

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Unlocking the Subconscious, with Philip Cioffari 48:24

3M ago48:24

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"Writing is like staying in shape; even when things aren't going well, sitting at the desk and writing keeps you ready for the day when the right ideas and words come." - Philip Cioffari Today we dive deep into the world of storytelling with special guest Philip Cioffari. Philip is a novelist, short story writer, playwright, and filmmaker whose jou…

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252 TikTok for Authors in 2024 with Kate Hall 1:02:45

3M ago1:02:45

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Episode Show Notes In this episode we cover: What makes TikTok unique Adapting your content to suit TikTok’s short-form video format Finding your target audience on TikTok The importance of consistency for building a following What metrics to track to refine your TikTok strategy Links I mentioned: Order House of Crimson Kisses at books2read.com/cri…

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