EPISODE · May 30, 2026 · 15 MIN
Dr. James R. Gregory on Reinvention, Historical Fiction & the Ghosts of Pennsylvania's Coal Country
from Plot Twist Radio · host Erin Egnatz
What happens when a successful entrepreneur sells his company, earns a doctorate in retirement, and decides to become a novelist?In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, I sit down with author and business pioneer Dr. James R. Gregory to discuss his remarkable journey from launching a Madison Avenue advertising agency at just 23 years old to becoming a historical fiction author.We explore his latest novel, Ghost Town, a haunting story set in Pennsylvania coal country that blends history, mystery, and the lingering voices of the past. Dr. Gregory shares the real-life childhood experience that inspired the novel, the fascinating history behind the infamous Johnstown Flood, and why storytelling became his passion after decades in the business world.Plus, he treats listeners to a special reading from Ghost Town.✔️ Building a successful business from the ground up✔️ Going back to earn a doctorate later in life✔️ The challenges of independent publishing✔️ The inspiration behind Ghost Town✔️ Pennsylvania coal mining history✔️ The Johnstown Flood and historical fiction✔️ Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself📚 Learn more about Dr. James Gregory and his books:JamesRGregory-Books.com🎙️ Subscribe to Plot Twist Radio for conversations with authors, entertainers, athletes, and fascinating people whose lives took unexpected turns.#PlotTwistRadio #JamesGregory #GhostTown #HistoricalFiction #JohnstownFlood #AuthorInterview #WritingCommunity #BookPodcast #CoalMiningHistory #Storytelling #IndependentAuthorWhere to find Dr. Gregory:WebsiteLinkedIn
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What happens when a successful entrepreneur sells his company, earns a doctorate in retirement, and decides to become a novelist?In this episode of Plot Twist Radio, I sit down with author and business pioneer Dr. James R. Gregory to discuss his remarkable journey from launching a Madison Avenue advertising agency at just 23 years old to becoming a historical fiction author.We explore his latest novel, Ghost Town, a haunting story set in Pennsylvania coal country that blends history, mystery, and the lingering voices of the past. Dr. Gregory shares the real-life childhood experience that inspired the novel, the fascinating history behind the infamous Johnstown Flood, and why storytelling became his passion after decades in the business world.Plus, he treats listeners to a special reading from Ghost Town.✔️ Building a successful business from the ground up✔️ Going back to earn a doctorate later in life✔️ The challenges of independent publishing✔️ The inspiration behind Ghost Town✔️ Pennsylvania coal mining history✔️ The Johnstown Flood and historical fiction✔️ Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself📚 Learn more about Dr. James Gregory and his books:JamesRGregory-Books.com🎙️ Subscribe to Plot Twist Radio for conversations with authors, entertainers, athletes, and fascinating people whose lives took unexpected turns.#PlotTwistRadio #JamesGregory #GhostTown #HistoricalFiction #JohnstownFlood #AuthorInterview #WritingCommunity #BookPodcast #CoalMiningHistory #Storytelling #IndependentAuthorWhere to find Dr. Gregory:WebsiteLinkedIn
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Dr. James R. Gregory on Reinvention, Historical Fiction & the Ghosts of Pennsylvania's Coal Country
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