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Great Stories about Great StorytellersL. Frank Baum, the creative genius behind the Wizard of Oz and WickedIn this episode, you'll learn--how Baum was destined to be a writer from his teens, thanks to gifts from his fatherhow Baum had feet and success in both the literary and drama worldhow his Wizard of Oz series were the top children books of the timehow Baum, in his own writing, predicted several technology inventionsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-11-1912 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersBram Stoker--the Haunting Victorian Storyteller Who Gave Us DRACULAIn this episode, you'll learn--how Bram Stoker became the #1 bestselling Gothic horror authorHow Bram came to meet and befriend famous figures of the era including Sir Author Conan Doyle and Oscar Wildewhat inspired Stoker to write such an original, haunting tale of evilhow Stoker died never knowing the popularity his work would eventually bring.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-10-1811 min
Book Nook'Red Shadows at Saugatuck' by Randy Overbeck: Ghost-hunting mysteryThe fourth book in a series about a teacher who can see ghosts tackles the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women in a Michigan resort town setting.
2025-10-0929 min
Skull Session with Dan HenkDan Henk Skull Session 165 with Randy OverbeckSend us a textI apologize that this is a week late; my computer decided to give its last hurrah and depart into the sunset just as I had podcasts and a Kickstarter planned!However, a week late, here is my interview with Randy Overbeck, a former educator and current best-selling author. Check out all the latest news on his website https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.comIf you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go tohttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2058263/supportand give what you can!A...
2025-10-0938 min
Detective WriterChat With Our Returning Guest: Fellow Author Dr. Randy Overbeck!Hey there, DETECTIVES! DETECTIVE WRITER here excited to reintroduce you all to fellow author, Dr. Randy Overbeck! Randy is here to share updates on his writing journey, discuss his newest novel, Red Shadows at Saugatuck, and highlight the importance of safety while ensuring that the voices of victims are heard and justice is brought to light. Randy also hosts his own podcast, Great Stories About Great Storytellers, where he explores the journeys of fellow authors, sharing their experiences and the unique paths that led them to success.Please feel free to check out the links below!
2025-10-0627 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersRobert Ludlum--the remarkable mind who gave us Jason BourneIn this episode, you'll learn--how Robert Ludlum went the route of the theater to learn the essentials of great storytellinghow Ludlum learned to combine conspiracy theories, globe trotting spies and high stakes adventurehow his characters have been so popular other authors have written even more novels with Ludlum's charactershow Ludlum approached his writing to create such twisty captivating thrillersCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-09-1910 min
Beyond Words: A Novel Idea #1Beyond Words: A Novel Idea The Historical Cast: The Killer Nashville Special: Writing The Historical Novel-Mysteries: Insights from the PanelThe Demands of Writing The Historical Novel-MysteriesPaul Sinor and the other guest panelists discussed the considerable time and effort required to craft compelling historical fiction mysteries.Paul and the other guests highlighted the importance of thorough research in the writing process. Paul explained how he has, on many occasions, delve deeply into historical contexts, often seeking out firsthand accounts from law enforcement or speaking directly with individuals who experienced the events being depicted (when possible).Paul’s Books are also available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, BAM, Good Reads, Walmart, Target and other bo...
2025-09-0848 min
The Christian Reeve PodcastDr Randy Overbeck | The Christian Reeve Podcast #324In this episode, Dr Randy Overbeck returns to the podcast to discuss his new book 'Red Shadows At Saugatuck, why he chose Saugatuck as the town in his book, how he conducts research for his novels, time-hops in books, inciting incidents, the rules of murder mystery stories, plotholes, how he handles criticism, realism in novels, and more!Listen to bonus content from this episode here: www.patreon.com/christianreeveListen to Dr Randy Overbeck's previous appearance on the show here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUMT9hHVVpwwww.linktr.ee/christianreeve...
2025-08-2552 min
News Worthy??From Educator to Author: Randy Overbeck's JourneyIn this engaging conversation, Randy Overbeck, an award-winning author and former educator, shares his journey into writing ghost stories, particularly through his Haunted Shores Mystery series. He discusses the influence of his educational background on his characters and settings, the balance between supernatural elements and realism in his narratives, and the importance of addressing real-world issues through fiction. Overbeck also reflects on the impact of AI on the literary world and the challenges authors face in a saturated market. His passion for storytelling and commitment to informing readers about social issues shine through as he explores the unique aspects of...
2025-08-2157 min
News Worthy??From Educator to Author: Randy Overbeck's JourneyIn this engaging conversation, Randy Overbeck, an award-winning author and former educator, shares his journey into writing ghost stories, particularly through his Haunted Shores Mystery series. He discusses the influence of his educational background on his characters and settings, the balance between supernatural elements and realism in his narratives, and the importance of addressing real-world issues through fiction. Overbeck also reflects on the impact of AI on the literary world and the challenges authors face in a saturated market. His passion for storytelling and commitment to informing readers about social issues shine through as he explores the unique aspects...
2025-08-2157 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersDiane Gabaldon--from renowned scientist to author of historical fantasyIn this episode, you'll learn--how Gabaldon went from scientist and computer expert to bestselling author of both a series of novels and the streaming series they spawnedhow she was among the first authors to combine historical adventure, suspense, mystery, science fiction and fantasy and romance with incredible successhow the book sales and the viewers of the TV series dwarf the readership of many other authorshow the the books (and the streaming series) occurred almost by accident, or at least on a whim.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-08-1911 min
Inside Scoop Live!RED SHADOWS AT SAUGATUCK by Randy OverbeckRED SHADOWS AT SAUGATUCK
Darrell Henshaw hoped he was past it all. After all, no ghosts had visited him for years. Instead, he learns his five-year-old-son, Leo has inherited his “gift.”
Now, they both can see ghosts.
Upon his parents’ insistence, Darrell agrees to drive his young family 800 miles to celebrate his Aunt Gertrude’s 80th birthday. But, once in the resort town of Saugatuck, Michigan, their participation gets derailed by the spirit of a Native teen who went missing weeks earlier. When he and Leo inquire about the girl, the locals dismiss their co...
2025-08-1831 min
What's Kraken with Jo SzewczykDr. Randy Overbeck on Haunted Mysteries & Hidden History | What's KrakenDr. Jo sits down with award-winning author and lifelong educator Dr. Randy Overbeck to talk about his chilling and thought-provoking Haunted Shores Mystery Series. These aren’t your average ghost stories—each novel dives into real societal issues like racial injustice, human trafficking, migrant abuse, and Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW), all wrapped in meticulously researched, historically-set mysteries.They dig into how a background in education shapes narrative depth, why setting a book in 1998 means saying goodbye to Google, and how a haunted athletic office kickstarts a story of justice from beyond the grave. Plus: why authenticity matt...
2025-07-3025 min
Dairyland FrightsAuthor Randy Overbeck Red Shadows at Saugatuck – Ghosts, Mystery & Indigenous Justice🕯️ Episode Summary:
Host John welcomes back award-winning author Randy Overbeck to talk about his latest novel, Red Shadows at Saugatuck—the fourth entry in the Haunted Shores Mystery series. Blending paranormal mystery with social commentary, the story follows Daryl and his family as they uncover a haunting mystery tied to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) crisis in the quaint Michigan resort town of Saugatuck.
💀 Randy dives into the inspiration behind the book, including Native American beliefs about spirits, real-world research into MMIW, and why he focused on human evil over supernatural horror. Plus, list...
2025-07-2155 minDairyland FrightsAuthor Randy Overbeck Red Shadows at Saugatuck – Ghosts, Mystery & Indigenous Justice🕯️ Episode Summary:
Host John welcomes back award-winning author Randy Overbeck to talk about his latest novel, Red Shadows at Saugatuck—the fourth entry in the Haunted Shores Mystery series. Blending paranormal mystery with social commentary, the story follows Daryl and his family as they uncover a haunting mystery tied to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) crisis in the quaint Michigan resort town of Saugatuck.
💀 Randy dives into the inspiration behind the book, including Native American beliefs about spirits, real-world research into MMIW, and why he focused on human evil over supernatural horror. Plus, list...
2025-07-2155 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersMaya Angelou--Author, Poet and Director AND great storyteller!In this episode you will learn--the tragic and still remarkable life Maya Angelou livedhow her life's journey took her to three continents and six languagesthe several firsts that Maya accomplished in her lifehow her life intersected with famous civil rights legends...with tragic resultshow she became the rare storyteller who succeeded as an author, a poet and a directorCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-07-1912 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersHow Murderous Intent Inspired Sue Grafton's Alphabet MysteriesIn this episode, you'll discover--how Sue Grafton's childhood shaped her perspective on family as evidenced in her novelshow Grafton's early attempts at novels met with little successhow the author honed her storytelling skills writing screenplays for TV movieshow her Alphabet series earned an array of awards and worldwide successhow the frustration and ugliness of an event in her personal life led to her creating the plot of the first few Alphabet novelsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-06-1811 min
Horror Humor HungerWhat Goes Bump in the Night with Dr. Randy OverbeckAre you a believer in the supernatural? Do ghosts keep you up at night? Whether you’re a big believer or a seasoned skeptic, Dr. Randy Overbeck, mystery author and ghost specialist, is a fantastic guide to the world of the paranormal. Join us as we discuss everything from hauntings to the symbolism of ghosts to what makes a good ghost story.Find Randy here: https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Soun...
2025-05-2732 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersMichael Connelly--the master storyteller of modern crime novelsIn this episode, you'll learn--how Michael Connelly inherited his love of mystery novels from his own motherhow the detective stories of Raymond Chandler played a pivotal role in Connelly's path to become a bestselling author of detective storieshow a little known event in his youth foreshadowed Connelly's interest in police workof the incredible commercial and critical success Connelly novels have achievedCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-05-2212 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersSir Ridley Scott, Cinematic Storyteller GeniusIn this episode, you'll discover--how Sir Ridley Scott went from advertising mogul to major movie directorhow even though he ranks among the top grossing directors of all time, he had to wait half his life for his chance to direct a his first major motion picturehow so many of his films, which were not appreciated initially, became cult and fan favoriteshow. like so many great storytellers, he had to overcome dramatic challenges to accomplish successCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-04-1911 min
The Write Focus6:13 / Writers on Writing / Randy OverbeckFellow Podcaster (and fellow former English teacher) talks technology, writing, and his Haunted Shores mysteries. We delve into ways to avoid anachronisms when writing historical fiction before venturing into his writing process, linear rather than a mix-match puzzle process.
Overbeck’s novel Cruel Lessons was categorized as “one of the best mysteries of 2023” and “ene of the best thrillers I’ve ever read!” Of his Haunted Shores mysteries, critics have called Overbeck a “master storyteller” who provides a “rollicking good” read.
TIMINGS
00:40 Introduction / Welcome
3:42 From Paper to Electronic
8:40 Authenticity with Historical Writ...
2025-04-0237 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersClive Cussler, an adventurer in fiction and real lifeIn this episode you'll learn--how Clive Cussler turned his love of the sea into best-selling, action-adventure novelshow Cussler went from writing award winning ads to bestselling thrillershow Cussler managed "the willing suspension of disbelief" of readers at a level matched by few authorshow Cussler's real life adventures were nearly as momentous as his fictional onesCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-03-1712 min
Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Laced with MoralityDr. Overbeck—Chalkboards & Plot Twists:Lessons in SuspenseDr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author, speaker and podcaster. As an educator, he served children for more than three decades and has mined that experience to create captivating fiction, authoring two series, the bestselling series, “The Haunted Shores Mysteries,” and the award-winning series, “Lessons in Peril.” His novels have won critical acclaim and garnered national awards including Mystery of the Year (ReaderViews) Best Book Award (Chanticleer Books and Reviews) and the Gold Award (Literary Titan) and amassed hundreds of 5-star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. Dr. Overbeck also hosts the popular...
2025-03-0941 min
Fully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author PodcastFully Booked EP163: The Power of Firsthand Research in WritingFrom visiting unfamiliar locations to speaking directly with locals, nothing beats experiencing key elements of your story firsthand. When possible, this kind of immersive research can make the difference between a good book and one that truly transports readers. In today’s episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland sit down with award-winning author Dr. Randy Overbeck to explore how direct, on-the-ground research enhances storytelling. Overbeck, a former educator turned award-winning mystery author, shares how traveling to real settings, consulting experts, and even participating in activities like sailing or dune buggy rides has helped him craft compelling, authentic narratives....
2025-02-2745 minFully Booked: The Hidden Gems Author PodcastFully Booked EP163: The Power of Firsthand Research in WritingFrom visiting unfamiliar locations to speaking directly with locals, nothing beats experiencing key elements of your story firsthand. When possible, this kind of immersive research can make the difference between a good book and one that truly transports readers. In today’s episode of Fully Booked, Craig and Roland sit down with award-winning author Dr. Randy Overbeck to explore how direct, on-the-ground research enhances storytelling. Overbeck, a former educator turned award-winning mystery author, shares how traveling to real settings, consulting experts, and even participating in activities like sailing or dune buggy rides has helped him craft compelling, authentic narratives....
2025-02-2745 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersNora Roberts--the Juggernaut of Romance FictionIn this episode, you'll learn--how the origin story of the most successful romance writer of all timehow Roberts came to author fiction under four different nameshow Roberts has managed to write and publish more bestsellers than any other authorThe secret behind Roberts prodigious output of fiction.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-02-1812 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersJ. R. R. Tolkien--the imagination that birthed epic Middle Earth storiesIn this episode, you learn--how the early tragedies, triumphs and experiences of his young life inspired his fantasy tales the unlikely path Tolkien's invented story for his children took to become a bestseller with more than 100 million copieshow it took Tolkien almost two decades to develop, research, write and publish Lord of the Ringshow the real Tolkien is not much like the stereotypical author and scholar, Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2025-01-1614 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersDr. Seuss and His World Famous GrinchIn this episode, you will learn--how Dr. Seuss went from commercial artist to the most famous author of early reading books in Americahow the narrative of the Grinch captures the sense of Christmas for both kids and adultswhere the inspiration for the Grinch came fromsome of the incredible awards Dr. Seuss has won and those he hasn'tCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-12-1712 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersDick Francis--A Thriller Writer to Bet OnIn this episode, you'll learn--How Dick Francis excelled as a British jockey and horsemanHow he used this novel to create a sub genre of thrillers and mysteriesHow his writing awards include the only author to win the "Edgar" for mystery of the year, three different timesHow Dick Francis accomplished in his writing something no other bestselling author has ever done.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-11-2111 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersMary Shelley, the young mind behind the monsterIn this episode, you'll discover--Mary Shelley's unique upbringing as the daughter of two famous and controversial figuresMary's unusual courtship and marriage to to the Romantic poet, Percy Bysshe Shelleythe incredible popularity of a monster invented by a 17-year-old girl, long beyond the bookthe tortured childhood that led Mary to envision such a monsterCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-10-1112 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersMary Higgins Clark, the unlikely Queen of SuspenseIn this episode, you'll discover--how Ms. Clark knew she was a writer from the age of 6how she honed her craft writing advertising copy and radio showshow her first novel was a flop but she perseveredhow she had to overcome personal and family tragedies and use these experiences to fuel her writingCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-09-1814 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersAnne Frank's Diary--Its Incredible Success and ControversyIn this episode, listeners will learn''how Anne was able to chronicle the Frank's family challenges as representative of the horrors of the Holocausthow Anne Frank aspired to become a journalist after the war and how this fueled her writinghow the incredible popularity of her diary has led to some world-wide controversies.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-08-1813 min
Ripollsworkshop ReadsAuthor Interview with Dr. Randy OverbeckAuthor BioDr. Randy Overbeck is the author of five mystery and thriller novels, which together have earned ten national awards including the Gold Award from Literary Titan, Best Book Award from Chanticleer Books and Reviews, Thriller of the Year from ReaderFavorite.com and Mystery of the Year from ReaderViews.com. His novels are among the biggest selling titles published by the Wild Rose Press and his Haunted Shores Mysteries reached No.1 and No. 2 bestsellers on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Fall 2023, Wild Rose Press will release the his newest work, Cruel Lessons, an atmospheric amateur sleuth mystery and...
2024-08-0128 min
Ripollsworkshop Reads29 July Mini EpisodeRecommended BooksIsabelle: and the new guy by Amber DavisDaydreamer by Susie TateTuesday Author InterviewChar & Ash (Judge of Mystics Saga) by Sapha BurnellThursday Author InterviewCruel Lessons by Randy Overbeck
LinksSupport the Podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ripollsworkshopNewsletter https://mailchi.mp/30a7be3e81ef/69wqrzezob Follow usRipollsworkshop Reads Podcast Instagram https://instagram.com/ripollsworkshopreadspodcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Ripollsworkshop Reads Website https://www.ripollsworkshopreads.com/about-contactR...
2024-07-2906 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersLee Child--the Master Thriller WriterIn this episode you'll learn--how a corporate downsizing gave birth to one of the premier thriller writers of todayhow Child has created the larger than life character of Jack Reacherthe strange process Child uses to write his best selling novelsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-07-2013 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Unlikely Story of a Favorite Childhood Author, Beatrix PotterIn the episode, you'll learn--how Beatrix Potter became one of the leading amateur scientists of her dayhow her love of animals led to her artistic rendering of these small creatures in her workshow she came to writer "tiny" children's books which have rolled up sales to rival some of the biggest selling authorshow her business savvy put her years ahead of other writers in the world of intellectual property rightsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-06-1711 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersStephen King, More than Just the King of HorrorIn this episode, you will learn--how Stephen King went from high school English teacher to best selling authorhow Carrie, his first horror novel and bestseller, almost ended in the landfillhow King earned the record for most literary works picked up as film and TV projects5 things you probably never knew about the "King of Horror"Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-05-1913 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe 17-Year "Overnight Success" of James PattersonIn this episode, you'll learn--how James Patterson became the best selling author of the past two centurieshow Patterson collaborated with fellow authors to produce more than 100 titleshow Patterson used his experience as an advertising executive to inform his marketing efforts for his bookshow it took Patterson 17 years of writing to reach commercial successCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-04-2014 min
Wayne G BarberAuthor's Hour with Wayne BarberTuesday, April 02, 2024 with guests:
Randy Overbeck, author of Cruel Lessons
Steven Eisenstein, author of Bucks on the Bookshelf
2024-04-0256 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersAlex Haley's History Lesson for 140 Million AmericansIn this episode, listeners will learn--How Alex Haley learned the craft of writing in the Coast GuardHow Haley became the preeminent interviewer of famous African Americans and other celebritiesHow his first book, The Autobiography of Malcolm X, made publishing history and made Haley a household nameHow his family story, Roots, won awards and set sales recordsHow the mini series of the same name made television historyCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-03-1913 min
Mitzi Let’s Think About It.LTA "Cruel Lessons." W/SG Dr. Randy OverbeckLet's Think About "Cruel Lessons." With Special Guest Dr. Randy Overbeck
Dr. Randy shares his thoughts on cruel lessons and reminds everyone to consider how the lessons in our life can help our life. While learning about Dr. Randy, we discussed his books and his inspiration for writing them. This episode aims to make you think.
To stay in touch, please visit his website, https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/, to learn more about Dr. Randy.
2024-03-1529 min
The Quiet Warrior ShowCRUEL LESSONS Dr. Randy Overbeck Educator Author Public SpeakerHost Tom Dutta will ask Randy Overbeck why he transformed from a teacher to a superintendent and then an author who has created a series of best-selling and award-winning novels. Join us live to hear "CRUEL LESSONS," Randy's incredible story. Dr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author and speaker. As an educator, he served children for over three decades and turned that experience into captivating fiction, authoring the bestselling series The Haunted Shores Mysteries, winner of nine national awards. This fall, the Wild Rose Press released his newest work, an atmospheric amateur sleuth mystery, CRUEL LESSONS, th...
2024-02-291h 08
Strong EnoughDr. Randy Overbeck: Write to HealStrong Enough Episode 108 brings Dr. Randy Overbeck, an award-winning author and former teacher and education administrator. Randy's career in education left him with mental health challenges after dealing with potential school shootings and being bullied by coworkers/school board members. As Randy began writing, he used his past career as inspiration for characters and learning opportunities for readers. Randy is going to share what it was like being bullied by adults in a professional setting and helping to stop school shootings before they happened, and he's going to discuss how he used writing to heal from his past.If...
2024-02-2945 min
The Christian Reeve PodcastWriting & Teaching With Dr Randy Overbeck | The Christian Reeve Podcast #256In this episode, author, retired teacher and podcaster Dr Randy Overbeck joins the show to discuss how he got into writing, plotters vs pantsers, the challenges associated with getting a book published, he shares advice for new writers, the importance of good storytelling, his most rewarding and challenging moments as a teacher, the qualities teachers need to possess to be effective, the responsibilities teachers have, he shares advice for teaching, his work as a school administrator, and much more!
Check out Randy's books and podcast here: https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/
Christian's Links & Other Work: https://linktr.ee...
2024-02-191h 58
Great Stories about Great StorytellersWhat Your Teacher Never Told You about John SteinbeckIN this episode you'll learn--how John Steinbeck became one the most respected American authors how his novels have been recognized as "the Great American Novel"how his work is also some of the most banned books in the UShow he had to persevere through personal struggles including being investigated by the FBICheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-02-1514 min
Inspire Vision PodcastFiction: Transformative Power in the Imagined RealmThe world of fiction, with its mesmerizing narratives and characters , holds an unparalleled capacity to shape and alter lives. Within the pages of a book, fiction transcends mere entertainment; it becomes a catalyst for change, fostering empathy, understanding, and personal growth.Such is the case for author Randy Overbeck.We will discuss the learning behaviors of children, the role of parents, and the role of teachers and educators in helping a child reach their highest potential.Inspire Vision Podcast is broadcast on K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio...
2024-02-0540 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Amazing Future World Imagined by Gene RoddenberryIn this episode you'll learnhow Gene Roddenberry went from LAPD cop to TV screenwriterhow Roddenberry progressed from writing episodes on successful Westerns and cop series to imagining the most successful sci-fi concept of all timehow Star Trek had a rough time getting launched and almost died after three yearsabout the remarkable journey Roddenberry and Star Trek took going from being cancelled to the most successful property owned by ParamountCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2024-01-1613 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Surprising Origin of O Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"In this episode, you'll learn--how O Henry wrote got some of his earliest stories from prisonhow "The Gift of the Magi" is one of the most copied Christmas stories of all timehow O Henry's difficult circumstances led to some inspirational writings Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-12-1611 min
Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Laced with MoralityDr. Randy Overbeck–Discusses His Latest Novels & What's New In The Publishing WorldBefore becoming a best-selling author, Dr. Randy Overbeck served a children for nearly four decades as a teacher, college professor and school leader, a career he cherished. This extensive and in-depth experience has infused his writing with a rare authenticity about the world of education, even as the protagonists of his tales tackle daunting, out-sized challenges.
In his career, Dr. Overbeck has held a wide range of positions and has brought this knowledge and insight to the characters he has created. For example, he began his educational career as an English teacher and student newspaper ad...
2023-12-1049 min
Dr. Paul's Family Talk"Dr. Paul's Family Talk" (12-6-23) TWO HOUR SHOWNOW YOU CAN CLICK ON THE TIMELINE TO FIND YOUR FAVORITE SEGMENT(S) OR LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SHOW!
Please check out our full TWO-HOUR radio show, or snippets contained within, from Wednesday, December 6, 2023, wherein we discussed:
0:00 - Hello, Introduction, Update, and Today's Show Details
4:58 - "Arrogant Al" Entered the Fray!
5:43 - Christmas Plans, Drinking, and Parties
10:13 - LIVE SINGING Segment, wherein "Paranoid Pete" and his wife came in to sing, "Baby, It's Cold Outside". As Al always says, wha...
2023-12-062h 00
Impact Radio USA"Dr. Paul's Family Talk" (12-6-23) TWO HOUR SHOWNOW YOU CAN CLICK ON THE TIMELINE TO FIND YOUR FAVORITE SEGMENT(S) OR LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SHOW!
Please check out our full TWO-HOUR radio show, or snippets contained within, from Wednesday, December 6, 2023, wherein we discussed:
0:00 - Hello, Introduction, Update, and Today's Show Details
4:58 - "Arrogant Al" Entered the Fray!
5:43 - Christmas Plans, Drinking, and Parties
10:13 - LIVE SINGING Segment, wherein "Paranoid Pete" and his wife came in to sing, "Baby, It's Cold Outside". As Al always says, wha...
2023-12-062h 00
2023-12-0632 min
Dr. Paul's Family TalkDR. RANDY OVERBECK, Educator/Author (12-6-23)DR. RANDY OVERBECK, a retired educator and now author from Ohio, will join us to discuss his career as an educator; how he uses his career experience to serve as tools for his writing; and all of his books.
FROM HIS WEBSITE:
"Before becoming a best-selling author, Dr. Randy Overbeck served a children for nearly four decades as a teacher, college professor and school leader, a career he cherished. This extensive and in-depth experience has infused his writing with a rare authenticity about the world of education, even as the protagonists of hi...
2023-12-0632 min
Catch The Story!"An Accidental Influencer" and "Confessions of an Educator and Storyteller", with Annie Korzen and Randy OverbeckMeet Annie Korzen, a seasoned comedic actress and writer, celebrated for her roles in TV, film, and theater. Best known for her recurring stint on Seinfeld and her captivating performances with The Moth, Annie, now 84, has effortlessly transitioned into the digital age with over 400,000 TikTok followers and 11 million likes. Annie’s latest creation, "THE BOOK OF ANNIE: Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer," is a must-read, offering a blend of humor, genuine emotion, and fearless audacity.Find out more about Annie at: www.AnnieKorzen.comDr. Randy Overbeck, an award-winning educator, aut...
2023-12-0126 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersRobert Parker--the author who resurrected the PI mysteryIn this episode you'll learn--how Parker went from technical writer to bestselling authorhow Parker created four bestselling series of crime novelshow his novels embraced a wide diversity of characters, well before his time how he had more than 70 books published in genres ranging from mystery to Westerns to coming-of-age to a YA novelthe process he used to produce such a remarkable number of quality, successful novelsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-11-1813 min
The Authors PorchS3 Episode 25 - Cruel Lessons - Dr. Randy OverbeckWhere every great conversation happens:
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Dr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author, and speaker.
As an educator, he served children for more than three decades and has turned that experience into captivating fiction, authoring the bestselling series, the Haunted Shores Mysteries, winner of nine national awards.
This fall, the Wild Rose Press will release his newest work, an atmospheric amateur sleuth mystery, CRUEL LESSONS, the first installment in a new series set in schools, “Le...
2023-10-2631 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersAlfred Hitchcock, the Master of SuspenseIn this episode you'll learn==how Alfred Hitchcock went from a quiet and unassuming young man to the master of suspense and horror filmshow Hitchcock went from director in the UK to the top director of suspense in the UShow Hitchcock transitioned into TV with his successful "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" serieswhere his uncanny ability to create eerie suspense on the screen came fromCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-10-2115 min
Inside Scoop Live!Cruel Lessons by Randy OverbeckDr. Randy Overbeck, a retired educator with over four decades of experience, is an award-winning author known for crafting suspenseful, heroic, and mysterious tales set in school environments. His books have received numerous awards and national recognition. His Haunted Shores Mysteries series has achieved bestseller status on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Dr. Overbeck is also the host of the podcast "Great Stories about Great Storytellers," where he uncovers the unique backgrounds of famous authors, directors, and poets. He frequently speaks to audiences nationwide, offering multimedia presentations on various topics.
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2023-10-1635 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersAnne Perry, Talented and Prolific Mystery and Thriller WriterIn the episode, you'll learnHow Anne Perry rose from a sickly and troubled youth to one of the most prolific writers of best-selling mysteries and thrillersHow Anne Perry waited decades before her first novel found an agent, a publisher and an audienceHow Perry infused her novels with an unparalleled understanding of historical research How Perry, like your host, used her writing to broach important social issues.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-09-2010 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Surprising Contradictions of Mark TwainIn this episode, you'll hearhow Mark Twain used other pen names before settling on Mark Twainhow Twain was interested in science but didn't make good choices on technology investmentshow Twain went into publishing with results he never anticipatedhow Twain draws his humor and wit for writing and speakingCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-08-1413 minDetective WriterMeet Our Forty Seventh Guest: Fellow Author Dr. Randy Overbeck!Hey there, DETECTIVES! DETECTIVE WRITER here to introduce to fellow author, Dr. Randy Overbeck! Randy who is also a podcaster himself, is here to discuss what his inspirations for writing were, and motivations. Randy's podcast, ""Great Stories About Great Storytellers" describes the experiences of other authors and what it took for them to become the individuals they were or continue to be today.
Please check out the links below! Keep on sleuthing, DETECTIVES!
https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/
https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/podcast
https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/blog
2023-07-3126 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersShel Silverstein--The Playboy Who Became the Premier 20th Century Children's PoetIn this interesting episode you'll learn--how Shel Silverstein's works of poetry beat the sales records of all hardcover bookshow Shel did early work for Playboy magazine and became a favorite of Huff Heffner and several Playboy bunnieshow Silverstein also achieved breakthrough success in the music worldhow Silverstein even conquered Broadway and TV with his storytelling abilitiesCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-07-1312 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersJ K Rowling--A Most Unlikely Literary SuperstarIn this episode, you will learn--how J K Rowling broke every sales record for books in Englishhow JK Rowling's first novel was rejected by publisher after publisherhow J K Rowling became the first female billionaire novelistabout the traumatic and desperate circumstances she had to endure to get her story told Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-06-1915 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersDan Brown, Who Turned a Conspiracy Theory into a Blockbuster NovelIn the episode, you'll learn--how Brown's childhood fascination with puzzles led to his best-selling plotshow his failed music career led him to writinghow he struggled with his early bookshow he turned his fascination with puzzles and conspiracy theories into blockbuster novelshow he uses some VERY unusual writing habits to achieve success Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-05-1613 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersHemingway--the Adventurer and Writer with SecretsIn this episode, listeners will learnhow Ernest Hemingway became one of the preeminent American authors of the last centuryhow he lived a life of adventure and adrenalin which is reflected in his writinghow he was also affected by tragedy, near-death experiences and stalking by the FBICheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-04-1613 min
Paranormal: The New NormalLooking for Cryptids & Solving Mysteries on the Haunted Shores w/ Randy Overbeck, Best-Selling AuthorFor this episode I am joined by Author Randy Overbeck, Best Selling Author of the Haunted Shore Mysteries Series and Host of Great Stories About Great Storytellers podcast. We have a very interesting conversation about his books which contain vampires and werewolves, podcasting, great authors, and delve into the paranormal world of ghosts, spirits, shadow people, and much much more. Please take a look at Randy's books which can be found below.
Randy's Website: https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/
Randy's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1XVQqD3dYd4aN6aLSSssiv
Paranormal the New Normal...
2023-03-2956 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersKen Follett, the Thriller Writer Who Turned RightIn this episode, you'll hear how Ken Follett--became one of the most successful thriller writers in the 80'smade a decision to migrate to writing historical fiction, creating some of the best and most successful of the genre earned awards from multiple countries for his fictionuses his commitment to doing research to make his writings come alive with authentic detailsCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-03-1512 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersEmily Dickinson--the Poet Storyteller No One Wanted to HearIn this episode, you'll learn--how Emily Dickinson defied society, family and friends to become a preeminent American poethow Dickinson battled agoraphobia, depression and a serious eye ailment to write hundreds of poems with evocative language and inspirational themeshow her family discovered a treasure trove of Dickinson's poems after she passedCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-02-1415 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Fantastical World Of Ray BradburyIn this episode you'll learn--how Ray Bradbury became the pre-eminent sci-fi/fantasy writer of the 20th and 21st centuryhow Bradbury managed to create award winning works in a wide array of genres and formatsthe qualities Bradbury brought to his work which can serve as lessons for all writershow Bradbury's personal life and beliefs did not exactly line up with his futuristic imaginingCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2023-01-1813 min
Things I Want To KnowTrue Crime and Ghosts; Author Randy OverbeckCrime is a real thing. Murder is rare, but it does happen. In contrast, not all of us will experience something this terrible. What if the murdered or worse, the murderers never leave even though they are dead? What do we do when we find our present haunted by the past? What do we do when it's supposedly not all in our heads but real? Are these things, are these beings, even real? Are they crying out for help, or are they looking for their next victim? Our guest today is Randy Overbeck, a researcher, and author of literally...
2022-12-191h 25
Things I Want To KnowTrue Crime and Ghosts; Author Randy OverbeckSend us a textCrime is a real thing. Murder is rare, but it does happen. In contrast, not all of us will experience something this terrible. What if the murdered or worse, the murderers never leave even though they are dead? What do we do when we find our present haunted by the past? What do we do when it's supposedly not all in our heads but real? Are these things, are these beings, even real? Are they crying out for help, or are they looking for their next victim? Our guest today is Randy Overbeck...
2022-12-181h 25
Great Stories about Great StorytellersWhat You Didn't Know about Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROLIn the episode you'll learn--How Charles Dickens became the pre-eminent British author of the Victorian ageHow Dickens pioneered the serialization technique to reach more readers than everHow A CHRISTMAS CAROL changed the celebration of Christmas in EnglandHow the novella started the concept of giving to those less fortunate at Christmas timeCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-12-1712 min
Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Laced with MoralityEducational leader, author & expert—Randy Overbeck—teaches us to first, write what you know!Dr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author and speaker. As an educator, he served children for more than three decades in a range of roles captured in his novels, from teacher and coach to principal and superintendent. His thriller, LEAVE NO CHILD BEHIND (2012) and his recent mysteries, the Amazon No. 1 Best Seller, BLOOD ON THE CHESAPEAKE (2019), CRIMSON AT CAPE MAY (2020) and SCARLET AT CRYSTAL RIVER (2021) have earned five star reviews and garnered national awards including “Thriller of the Year”—ReadersFavorite.com, “Gold Award”—Literary Titan, “Mystery of the Year”—ReadersView.com and “Crowned Heart of Excellence”—InD’Tale Magazine.
As a member of the Mystery...
2022-11-2740 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersJane Austen, the Patron Saint of Chick Lit?In this episode, you'll learn how Jane Austen became the most copied and earliest writer of chick lithow, with only four novels to her name, she spawned 1000's of Regency narratives how Jane Austen has a following that would rival Harry Potter fanshow Jane was denied in her own life what she coveted mostCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-11-2012 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersIan Fleming--maybe the real James BondListeners will hear the real story behind the exploits of the famous Bond, James Bond including--how the character of Bond reflects Fleming's personality and tastehow the real espionage experience of Ian Fleming gave life to the fictional spy escapades of James Bondthe secret to how the story and character created in the 1950's have survived and prospered almost seventy years laterCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-10-1913 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersSteven Spielberg--the Most Successful Movie Director of All TimeIn this episode, listeners will earn the incredible story of Steven Spielberg including—· How he became the most successful movie director of all time· How he invented the “Summer Blockbuster”· His remarkable list of awards and accomplishments· And the incredible personal challenges he had to overcome to attain successCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-09-1513 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Real Life Mystery of Agatha ChristieIn this episode you'll learnthe origins of the most successful writer of all timethe many talents and skills Christie cultivated and how they made her fiction possibleher story of love and heartbreak and finding love again AND the real life mystery about Agatha Christie that's never been solvedCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-08-1411 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersHow Tom Clancy Became the Techno-Thriller ExpertIn this episode you'll learnhow Tom Clancy became the top best-selling techno-thriller author in the UShow he went from insurance agent to espionage expertCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-07-1913 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersRoald Dahl--the famous children's fantasy author BEFORE J. K. RowlingIn this interesting episode, you’ll learn about Roald Dahl · one of the 20th century most successful writers of children’s fiction · his propensity for pranks as a kid that he turned into award-winning tales· his experience as a WWII flying ace and a top British spy· his crazy rules for writing successful children’s fictionCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-06-1913 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Softer Side of Edgar Allan PoeEdgar Allan Poe is most famous for his macabre tales like "The Pit and the Pendulum" and for inventing the detective story. In this episode, I'll share a little known anecdote about Poe's softer side.This podcast details a possible connection between the tragedy of Poe's early love affair, a charming southern city and one of his greatest poems, Annabel Lee.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-05-2013 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersHow Walt Disney gambled it all and--The name Walt Disney is known to everyone. I mean movies, TV, amusement parks and more all have his name on it. But did you know how Walt risked it all on a huge gamble and almost lost everything? Here's the part of Walt's story you probably didn't know.Check out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-04-2014 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersAuthor Conan Doyle Tried to Do What?Who hasn’t heard of Sherlock Holmes? This episode examines the strange relationship between Sir Author Conan Doyle and his creation, Sherlock Holmes, the most famous fictional detective in history. In this edition, you’ll learn—The remarkable, multifaceted background of the author, Sir Arthur Conan DoyleHow the author resisted the popularity of his most famous creationThe extraordinary step Doyle took regarding his character, Sherlock HolmesCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-03-1413 min
Great Stories about Great StorytellersThe Surprising Way John Grisham Got His "Big Break"Learn the unlikely origin story of one of the most successful writers today, John Grisham. You’ll be amazed by the very bumpy road this author, who has sold more 300 million copies of his novels, had to travel before anyone would even look at his first manuscript. No overnight success here.Sponsored by ReaderViews.comCheck out the backstories you never knew about the storytellers you love!
2022-02-0913 min
Jeny's Tattle TalesRandy Overbeck is Back with a New bookDr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author, and speaker, and he stopped by our TattleTales for a second time to talk about his latest book, Scarlet at Crystal River. As an educator, he served children for four decades in a range of roles captured in his novels, from teacher and coach to principal and superintendent. His thriller, Leave No Child Behind (2012) and his recent mysteries, the Amazon No. 1 Best Seller, Blood on the Chesapeake, Crimson at Cape May, and Scarlet at Crystal River have earned five-star reviews and garnered national awards including “Thriller of the Year–ReadersFavorite.com, “Gold Aw...
2021-10-1929 min
Inside Scoop Live!Scarlet At Crystal River - An Interview with Randy OverbeckDr. Randy Overbeck is an award-winning educator, author and speaker. As an educator, he served children for four decades in a range of roles captured in his novels, from teacher and coach to principal and superintendent.
His thriller, Leave No Child Behind (2012) and his recent mysteries, the Amazon No. 1 Best Seller, Blood on the Chesapeake, Crimson at Cape May and Scarlet at Crystal River have earned five star reviews and garnered national awards including "Thriller of the Year--ReadersFavorite.com, "Gold Award"—Literary Titan, "Mystery of the Year"—ReadersView.com and "Crowned Heart of Excellence"—InD'Tale Magazine. As a member of th...
2021-10-1533 min
Inside Scoop Live!Crimson at Cape May - An Interview with Author Randy Overbeck Dr. Randy Overbeck is a veteran educator who has served children as a teacher and school leader. For more than three decades, his educational experiences and responsibilities ranged from coach and yearbook advisor to principal and superintendent, and he’s lived the roles of many of the characters in his stories.
An accomplished writer, he has been published in trade journals, professional texts and newspapers, as well as in fiction, now with his third published novel.
As a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Dr. Overbeck is an active member of the literary community, co...
2020-10-0830 min