Uncorking A Story

Let help uncork your memoir through a 12 week memoir mentorship program: https://mikecarlon.com/memoir-cohorts/ "I thought by using entertainment, I could get people to understand medical issues and change health policy. It didn’t work out that way—but people are fascinated by medicine." — Robin Cook In this episode of Uncorking a Story, bestselling author and physician Robin Cook joins us to discuss his incredible career, the origins of the medical thriller genre, and his latest novel, Spasm. With over 42 books and 400 million copies sold, Cook shares how failure shaped his success, why medicine remains endlessly compelling, and the disturbing realities behind the medical-industrial complex. Plus, we dive into prions, private equity’s impact on hospitals, and what’s next for Jack Stapleton and Laurie Montgomery. Key Themes: The Birth of the Medical Thriller: How Robin Cook combined medicine and suspense to create a genre that captivates millions. Lessons from Failure: Why his first book flo