To catch a thief, follow the glitter. This story of a lucky three-year-old and a convenient act of nature comes from our March 2013 show, “Perfect Timing.”
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Podcast #48: Get Me to the Church on Time
In a rock band the bass player and the drummer keep the time. Ideally they always have good timing, but sometimes they need to be perfect. This story of the rhythm section paying homage to the home of rhythm and blues in just the nick of time comes from our March 2013 show, “Perfect Timing.” … Continue reading
Podcast #47: Honey, It’s Time
An unplanned lesbian pregnancy and a romantic getaway to Mormon country? Our storyteller ponders the nature of truly “Perfect Timing” in our show at the Actual Cafe in March 2013. Continue reading
Podcast #46: Welcome Home
“For the first six months, do nothing.” That was the advice that Quintin Mecke got as a Peace Corps volunteer in Niger, West Africa in the early 1990s. This is the story of how his not heeding that advice landed him an invitation to the annual regional gathering of witch doctors, staring into a fire … Continue reading
Podcast #42: Sliding Under the Influence
Two twentysomethings drive south from Chicago trying to escape bad weather in the mountains only to face bad weather karma in a Motel 6 parking lot. Sure, they may leave the light on for you, but where are the snow plows? Continue reading
Podcast #40: He’s Going The Distance
If you only have one CD — a Cake CD — and it falls to the opposite side of the car, what is the appropriate response at 75 mph? Our storyteller shares his take as well as weighs the pros and cons of hitting on your EMT in this story from our February 2013 show, Close Call. Continue reading
Podcast #38: How Not to Treat a Burn
True or false: Balsamic vinegar, sugar cubes, and frozen veggies are appropriate treatments for a 2nd degree burn. Not sure? You’ll have to listen to the story to find out! This story of of becoming a medical school icon comes from our February 2013 show, Close Call. Continue reading
