Plot Twist Radio

Erin Egnatz
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Plot Twist Radio is where the best stories aren’t just written… they’re lived. Plot Twist Radio brings you conversations with authors, creators, and storytellers, uncovering the moments that changed everything. We dive into storytelling and inspiration through personal growth journeys. Each episode uncovers the defining plot twist that sparks transformation, featuring authors, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, athletes, screenwriters, and more. Host Erin Egnatz (Hauntings Around America, Eliza Nevius) brings a narrative-driven approach to stories about unexpected turns that shape lives.

  1. 13h ago

    Carol Lin on Breaking 9/11 First, CNN, War Reporting & the Story Behind When News Breaks

    Carol Lin became part of history as the first national journalist to report the attacks of September 11, 2001. In this powerful episode of Plot Twist Radio, Carol takes listeners behind the scenes of that unforgettable morning at CNN, sharing what it was really like to anchor live television with almost no information as history unfolded in real time. We discuss the extraordinary moments that shaped her award-winning journalism career, from reporting on 9/11 and covering war zones to living with tribal leaders near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. Carol also opens up about the deeply personal journey behind her memoir, When News Breaks: A Memoir of Love and War, revealing how motherhood, marriage, grief, ambition, and identity transformed her far beyond the newsroom. This conversation explores the emotional realities of journalism, the pressures women face balancing career and family, the cost of success, and why our greatest plot twists often happen away from the headlines. In this episode you'll discover: • What it was like being the first journalist to report the 9/11 attacks live on CNN • How breaking news really unfolds behind the scenes • The emotional toll of covering wars, disasters, and human tragedy • The inspiration behind When News Breaks • Why Carol chose to reveal deeply personal moments in her memoir • The challenges women still face in journalism and leadership • Lessons learned from reporting in Afghanistan and Pakistan • Why finding your "tribe" can change everything If you've ever wondered what happens after history is made, or how people rebuild their lives after life's biggest plot twists, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Guest: Carol Lin Book: When News Breaks: A Memoir of Love and War 🎙 Subscribe to Plot Twist Radio for inspiring conversations with bestselling authors, journalists, entertainers, athletes, and remarkable people whose lives took unexpected turns. These are naturally woven into the description but are also worth including in your tags: Carol LinCNN9/11September 11first reporter 9/11When News Breaksmemoirjournalismbreaking newsCNN anchorwar correspondentAfghanistanwomen in journalismmotherhoodmemoir interviewPlot Twist RadioSEO Keywords

    Carol Lin on Breaking 9/11 First, CNN, War Reporting & the Story Behind When News Breaks

  2. 3d ago

    Ian Domowitz on Artificial Intelligence, Dark Fantasy, Historical Myth & The Future of AI | Plot Twist Radio

    Artificial intelligence isn't just changing technology...it may be changing the way we tell stories. In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, host Erin Egnatz sits down with author Ian Domowitz, whose career has spanned military intelligence, academia, Wall Street, and fiction writing. Ian shares why he abandoned a 100,000-word nonfiction manuscript after the rise of ChatGPT and turned instead to writing dark fantasy and mystery novels centered on artificial intelligence. Together they explore: • Why AI inspired him to leave nonfiction behind• Ancient Jewish and Christian myths that resemble modern artificial intelligence• Whether AI could ever become conscious• The fascinating inspiration behind The Mechanics Diary series• How history, philosophy, and technology collide in fiction• A surprising conversation about ghosts, virtual reality, and whether spirits could exist in digital spaces If you're fascinated by AI, speculative fiction, philosophy, history, or the future of storytelling, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at where technology and imagination meet. 📚 Learn more about Ian Domowitz and his books:https://iandomowitz.com 🎙️ Subscribe to Plot Twist Radio for conversations with bestselling authors, filmmakers, musicians, historians, athletes, and other creative minds whose careers took unexpected turns.

    Ian Domowitz on Artificial Intelligence, Dark Fantasy, Historical Myth & The Future of AI | Plot Twist Radio

  3. 5d ago

    Andrea Joyce on 18 Olympic Games, NBC Sports, Simone Biles, Women in Sports Journalism & the Stories Behind the Medals

    What does it take to cover 18 Olympic Games and spend more than four decades interviewing the world's greatest athletes? In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, veteran NBC Sports broadcaster Andrea Joyce shares the remarkable journey that took her from being a local television weather reporter to becoming one of the most respected voices in sports journalism. Andrea reflects on breaking barriers as one of the first women in sports broadcasting, covering Olympic legends, interviewing athletes during their greatest triumphs and most heartbreaking defeats, and why compassion has always mattered more than chasing a headline. We also discuss: • Covering 18 Olympic Games and what viewers never see behind the scenes• The pressure facing Olympic athletes, including Simone Biles, Amber Glenn, and Ilia Malinin• How women fought for credibility in sports journalism during the 1970s and 1980s• The importance of trust and integrity in athlete interviews• NBC's preparation for Olympic broadcasts and the road to Los Angeles 2028• Why the Paralympics changed her perspective on sports and life• Lessons from covering tennis, Major League Baseball, gymnastics, figure skating, and more• Her book celebrating the greatest women gymnasts in history Whether you're passionate about the Olympics, sports broadcasting, journalism, or inspiring career journeys, Andrea Joyce offers an unforgettable look inside some of the biggest moments in sports history. Guest: Andrea JoyceHost: Erin EgnatzPodcast: Plot Twist Radio #AndreaJoyce #Olympics #NBCSports #SportsJournalism #OlympicGames #SimoneBiles #Paralympics #FigureSkating #Gymnastics #WomenInSports #BroadcastJournalism #SportsMedia #Podcast #PlotTwistRadio

    Andrea Joyce on 18 Olympic Games, NBC Sports, Simone Biles, Women in Sports Journalism & the Stories Behind the Medals

  4. Jul 12

    From Major-Label Music to Comedy & Voiceover: Kristin Massey on Reinvention, Resilience and The JOAT

    What happens when one creative career is not enough? Singer-songwriter, comedian, voiceover artist, author, and self-described “Jill of all trades” Kristin Massey joins Erin Egnatz on Plot Twist Radio to discuss a life built around creativity, reinvention, and the courage to keep beginning again. Kristin shares stories from her early music career, including signing with PolyGram Records and Atlantic Records, touring nationally, and experiencing the unforgettable connection of hearing audiences sing her lyrics back to her. She also opens up about transitioning into stand-up comedy, finding humor during a series of difficult skull-base surgeries, and building a voiceover career during the pandemic. The conversation also explores Kristin’s book, The JOAT: Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades, and the lessons she has learned from every success, setback, and unexpected career turn. Kristin explains why passion must be balanced with practicality, how failure can help us redirect rather than quit, and why creators should stop endlessly perfecting their work and finally put it out into the world. Erin and Kristin also discuss the emotional power of music, writing fiction versus nonfiction, healthy eating, Kristin’s upcoming “Fooditude” project, and the importance of using your unique voice—even when your path looks nothing like the one you originally planned. In this episode:• Kristin Massey’s major-label music career• Touring as a singer-songwriter• Transitioning from music to comedy and voiceover• Recovering from three skull-base surgeries• Turning painful experiences into comedy and creativity• The JOAT: Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades• Passion, perseverance, and overcoming failure• Balancing creative dreams with practicality• Why writers and artists need to release their work• Kristin’s upcoming Fooditude health and nutrition project Learn more about Kristin Massey and The JOAT: Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades at thejoatbook.com and wherever books are sold.

  5. Jul 10

    Guy Morris on Artificial Intelligence, the AI Tsunami & the Future of Humanity

    What happens when artificial intelligence becomes smarter than humans—and are we prepared for what comes next? Award-winning thriller author and technology expert Guy Morris joins Plot Twist Radio to explore the rapidly changing world of AI, artificial general intelligence, political power, and humanity's growing dependence on technology. After a career spanning Fortune 500 companies including IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft, Guy turned decades of experience in technology, economics, and global business into fact-driven thrillers that have been compared to the work of Michael Crichton, Dan Brown, and Robert Ludlum. In this episode, Guy discusses why artificial intelligence didn't suddenly appear with ChatGPT, the decades-long race to create machines capable of human-level intelligence, and why he believes the greatest danger may not be the technology itself—but the human ambition, greed, and power amplified through it. We also dive into his approach to blending real-world research with fiction, the challenge of writing thrillers slightly ahead of the technological curve, the exhausting reality of editing and publishing, and his books The AI Tsunami: A Survival Guide for Humanity and the Snow Chronicles series. Where is AI taking us—and what does it mean to reassert our humanity in a world increasingly shaped by intelligent machines? Listen now on Plot Twist Radio. Learn more about Guy Morris and his books at guymorrisbooks.com.

  6. Jul 7

    Former Disney Chief Counsel Steve Bardwil on Leaving Corporate Life, Chasing Music & Stardust in Disguise

    What happens when you walk away from a decades-long career at Walt Disney Studios to finally give music your full attention? Steve Bardwil, frontman of the Steve Bardwil Band and former Chief Counsel of Walt Disney Studios, joins Plot Twist Radio to talk about leaving corporate life behind, pursuing the creative dream he had carried for years, and why he believes it is never too late to do the thing you have been putting off. Steve shares the story behind the band's new album, Stardust in Disguise, his optimistic approach to songwriting, and what it was like to work with 11-time Grammy-winning producer Joe Chiccarelli, whose credits include Elton John, U2, The White Stripes, The Killers, and Alanis Morissette. We also discuss the power of music to trigger memory, why the Steve Bardwil Band “doesn't play sad songs,” the importance of collaboration, and the simple philosophy behind one of Steve's songs: don't wait to drink the good stuff. Sometimes the biggest plot twist is finally choosing the life you wanted all along. Listen now to Plot Twist Radio.

  7. Jul 5

    From Major League Baseball to Medicine: Dr. Mark Hamilton on the St. Louis Cardinals, Radiology & Reinventing Success

    What happens after reaching the highest level of professional sports? In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, former St. Louis Cardinals first baseman and World Series champion Dr. Mark Hamilton shares his remarkable journey from Major League Baseball to becoming a physician and radiologist. Mark reflects on his path through Tulane University, the College World Series, being drafted by the Cardinals, playing alongside stars like Albert Pujols, and competing in historic ballparks including Wrigley Field and Busch Stadium. He also discusses the transition from professional athletics to medical school, the lessons baseball taught him about leadership, resilience, teamwork, and patient care, and why he ultimately chose a career in radiology. We also talk about: • Life in the St. Louis Cardinals organization• The pressure of playing in Major League Baseball• His favorite MLB stadiums and toughest pitchers• Winning championships at every level• How sports prepared him for medicine• Building trust with patients• The emotional realities of healthcare• Advice for athletes planning life after sports• Finding purpose beyond your first dream Whether you're a baseball fan, healthcare professional, student, or someone navigating a major life transition, Dr. Mark Hamilton's story is a powerful reminder that one successful career doesn't have to be your last. #MarkHamilton #MLB #StLouisCardinals #Baseball #Radiology #Medicine #Healthcare #WorldSeries #Tulane #Sports #Podcast #PlotTwistRadio

    From Major League Baseball to Medicine: Dr. Mark Hamilton on the St. Louis Cardinals, Radiology & Reinventing Success

  8. Jul 2

    Award-Winning Journalist Jonathan Alter on Jimmy Carter, Barack Obama, Julius Caesar, and America's Greatest Presidents

    Award-winning journalist, historian, and bestselling author Jonathan Alter joins Plot Twist Radio for a wide-ranging conversation about American presidents, the evolving legacy of Jimmy Carter, and why Julius Caesar remains one of history's most fascinating figures. Alter shares stories from his remarkable career at Newsweek, NBC News, and MSNBC—including meeting Martin Luther King Jr. AND watching the Beatles as a child—and discusses how history shapes today's political landscape. He also offers a behind-the-scenes look at researching presidential biographies, writing historical nonfiction, and why future historians may judge modern presidents very differently than we do today. You can find Jonathan's work here. Episode Talking Points: Jonathan Alter interview, Jimmy Carter biography, Julius Caesar biography, American presidents, presidential history, presidential leadership, history podcast, political journalism, Plot Twist Radio, American history, Franklin Roosevelt, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Civil War history, historical nonfiction

    Award-Winning Journalist Jonathan Alter on Jimmy Carter, Barack Obama, Julius Caesar, and America's Greatest Presidents
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Plot Twist Radio is where the best stories aren’t just written… they’re lived. Plot Twist Radio brings you conversations with authors, creators, and storytellers, uncovering the moments that changed everything. We dive into storytelling and inspiration through personal growth journeys. Each episode uncovers the defining plot twist that sparks transformation, featuring authors, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, athletes, screenwriters, and more. Host Erin Egnatz (Hauntings Around America, Eliza Nevius) brings a narrative-driven approach to stories about unexpected turns that shape lives.

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  • Creator
    Erin Egnatz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Erin Egnatz
  • Show Website
    Plot Twist Radio

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