Become a better speaker & writer
I want to help you become a better speaker and writer. I’ve always found anecdotes to be a very useful tool. My book, Total Anecdotal, and podcast were created to inspire and help you.
Being able to communicate clearly, either spoken or written, has never been more challenging than it is today. After all, if you don’t master the mechanics of effective communication, the content of your message won’t much matter!
This book is a catalog of anecdotes relevant to different subjects designed to support your speech and help you make your case. The podcast, 15 Minutes with Charlie, further reflects on these anecdotes with stories from a wide range of outstanding people listed and identified below.
Latest Episodes

Tom Patri | Good Things Take Effort, Embody Passion
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with old friend and premier golf instructor, Tom Patri. Together, they explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Scott Ross Part 2 | Self Proclaimed Expert of Nothing
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem once again sits down with American digital media guru Scott Ross to continue their conversation from the previous episode. Together, they continue to explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Scott Ross Part 1 | American Digital Media Guru
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with Scott Ross, an American digital media guru with an impressive career spanning three decades. Together, Scott and Charlie reflect on anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Kevin Johnson Part 2 | CEO of Starbucks: Humor and Great Leaders
Kevin Johnson is the CEO of the world renowned, highly successful company, Starbucks. As a good friend of Charlie’s, Kevin sits down for part two of his two part interview to reflect on anecdotes from Charlie’s book, “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
David Feherty | Former Professional Golfer and Personality on the Golf Channel
David Feherty is a former professional golfer and host of a highly regarded TV show on the Golf Channel. David uses his experience in the golf world to reflect on anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Kevin Johnson Part 1 | CEO of Starbucks: Relationship Building in Leadership
Kevin Johnson is the CEO of the world renowned, highly successful company, Starbucks. As a good friend of Charlie’s, Kevin sits down for part one of his two part interview to reflect on anecdotes from Charlie’s book, “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
“His collection here inspires you, makes you pause and think and even makes you laugh- thought provoking and entertaining. Thank you Charlie.”
-Jack Nicklaus, Golf Legend