Our Story Your Story

Join us on this week's episode of "Our Story Your Story" as authors and hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis delve into the riveting conclusion of "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure." In Chapters 39 to 41, we witness Miguel's emotional homecoming, unexpected discoveries, and the symbolic significance of the leather jacket. The themes of family, responsibilit...

Join hosts and authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney in an insightful episode of "Our Story Your Story." In this installment, they delve into the captivating chapters 37 and 38 of "A Gypsy’s Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure." The teenage protagonist, Miguel, faces a crossroads in his life, torn between the allure of freedom through travel and the responsibilities waiting at hom...

Join hosts and authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney in "Our Story Your Story" as they delve into the transformative chapters of "A Gypsy’s Kiss." In this captivating episode, the hosts explore the themes of freedom, redemption, and mentorship that unfold as the teenage protagonist, Miguel, navigates his way from a New Orleans jail to a train bound for Santa Fe. Toby and Shell...

📚 Join authors and hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis in the latest episode of "Our Story Your Story," where they dive deep into Chapters 32 and 33 of their treasure hunt adventure novel, "A Gypsy’s Kiss."  In this captivating installment, the hosts unravel the intricate themes of justice, choices, and compassion as teenage protagonist Miguel navigates the complexities of th...

In this episode of the "Our Story Your Story" podcast, we delve into the captivating chapters of "A Gypsy’s Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure," specifically focusing on Chapter 31, "The Morning After," and Chapter 32, "NOLA Police." Join us as we explore the profound themes and emotions that drive the narrative in these chapters. Discover how the teenage prota...

In this episode of Our Story Your Story, hosts and authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney embark on a captivating journey through Chapters 29 and 30 of "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure." Join us as we explore the themes of escape, youthful passion, and the intertwining of nature and symbolism within this intriguing tale. We'll uncover the emotional and symbolic layers t...

📚 Welcome to another thrilling episode of Our Story Your Story! In this edition, authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney delve into the heart-pounding action and intricate plot twists of Chapter 28 from their riveting book, 'A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure'. Join us as we unravel the story, exploring themes of betrayal, courage, family, and mystery. 🗡️ Discover the jaw-droppi...

Join hosts/authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney in this thought-provoking episode of Our Story Your Story as they share Chapter 27, titled "L'étrange," from their gripping novel, “A Gypsy’s Kiss.” In this chapter, teenage protagonist Miguel, and his companion, Mariah, embark on a harrowing journey through Algiers that takes an unexpected turn, unraveling themes of exploitation, fea...

Join us on this captivating episode of Our Story Your Story as hosts/authors Toby Younis and Shelley Carney explore the enthralling Chapters 25 and 26 of their book, A Gypsy’s Kiss. Delve into the themes of adventure, destiny, and the magic of crossing cultures as we follow teenage traveler Miguel and his companion, Mariah, through an exhilarating adventure along the Mississippi River.  Witness th...

Join hosts and authors Shelley Carney and Toby Younis on "Our Story Your Story" as they dive into the thrilling Chapter 24, "New Orleans," of the adventurous tale 'A Gypsy's Kiss.' In this episode, teenage traveler Miguel lands in the heart of Mardi Gras, experiencing the exhilarating atmosphere of the festivities. The hosts will unravel the themes of adventure, com...

Welcome back to another captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story" with your hosts and authors, Shelley Carney and Toby Younis. In this episode, we dive deep into Chapter 23 of the novel "A Gypsy's Kiss," titled "Lost Boys." Join us as we read this gripping chapter and unravel its rich tapestry of themes and emotions. In "Lost Boys," we'll explore...

Join us in this episode of our podcast as we read and discuss the captivating story of teenage traveler Miguel and his unexpected encounter with Ranger Bolton and his wife. We'll talk through the prevalent themes of belonging, family, and adventure in this heartwarming tale. Miguel's quest for a "Leave it to Beaver" family moment and the Boltons’ unique perspective on contentment...

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Our Story Your Story"! In this week's episode, your hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis dive deep into Chapters 20 and 21 of the captivating novel "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure." Join us as we unravel the themes and emotions that come to life in these chapters. In these pages, teenage protagonist Miguel continues his...

Welcome to another captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story" with authors Shelley Carney and Toby Younis. In this week's discussion, we dive deep into the emotional heart of the novel "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure," exploring the profound themes and poignant moments in chapters 18 and 19. In these chapters, we witness the transformative power of human c...

In this captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story," join us as we read and review Chapter 17 of 'A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure' by Shelley Carney and Toby Younis. In "Lysette," teenage traveler Miguel's journey takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Lysette, the owner of Billy Bob's Burgers. As Miguel connects with Lysette's p...

Welcome to "Our Story Your Story," a series where authors Shelley Carney and Toby Younis bring you captivating chapters from the novel "A Gypsy's Kiss." In this episode, join us as we dive into Chapter 16, where teenage Miguel embarks on a motorcycle journey through Texas, only to find unexpected warmth and kindness from an older woman he meets at a Hamburger Stand. Through...

In this captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story," hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis read and discuss Chapter 15, where we join the teenage protagonist, Miguel, on a thrilling motorcycle journey through the vast landscapes of Texas. Excitement and determination fuel his pursuit of freedom and independence as he embarks on a solo trip to New Orleans. However, fate has a curious way...

Join us for an exhilarating ride through Chapters 13 and 14 of "A Gypsy's Kiss" by Toby Younis and Shelley Carney in this gripping video podcast episode. Follow the unforgettable journey of teenage Miguel as he embarks on a thrilling motorcycle adventure, seeking solace and adventure on the open road. In this unexpected twist, Miguel encounters a group of kind-hearted bikers who beco...

Welcome to another captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story," the podcast where hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis dive deep into the pages of "A Gypsy's Kiss." In this exciting installment, they explore the intriguing events of Chapter 12, taking you on a thrilling journey through the twists and turns of the narrative. The theme of the chapter "Moving Forward&qu...

Welcome to the "Our Story Your Story" podcast! In this episode, hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis dive into Chapter 11 of their captivating novel "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure. Titled "Passing the Torch," this chapter offers the powerful interaction between a teenage boy named Miguel and his Uncle Carlos. Join Shelley and Toby as they explore the theme...

Welcome to another captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story" with hosts Shelley Carney and Toby Younis! In this thought-provoking video podcast, we dive deep into the themes of courage, freedom, and family connections, as we explore Chapter 10 of the intriguing book, "A Gypsy's Kiss." Join us as we embark on a literary journey, exploring the compelling tale of a teenage...

Join Shelley Carney and Toby Younis in another captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story" as they explore the emotional depths of Chapter 9, titled "Breakout," from the novel "A Gypsy's Kiss." In this installment, the central theme centers around Emotional Denial and Defense Mechanisms, offering a poignant exploration of how individuals cope with grief and loss...

Join Shelley Carney and Toby Younis in this captivating episode of "Our Story Your Story" as they read and review the enchanting chapter 8, "On the Roof," from the thought-provoking book, "A Gypsy's Kiss." Prepare to explore the theme of compromise and the significance of choosing your own path without compromising your values. In this episode, Shelley and Toby ex...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Our Story Your Story! In this exciting installment, Shelley Carney and Toby Younis dive deep into the enchanting world of "A Gypsy's Kiss: A Treasure Hunt Adventure" by reading and discussing chapter 7, titled "Dave's Dilemma." In this thought-provoking chapter, we meet Dave, a young man torn between the expectations of his fami...

On this episode of Our Story Your Story, Shelley Carney takes a look at one of the shorter chapters in the 'A Gypsy's Kiss' treasure hunt adventure, explaining that even a smaller chapter can hold valuable lessons.  She's joined by Toby Younis, who discusses the importance of good sportsmanship and shares his own experiences with playing and coaching sports. They offer advice on se...