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
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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 #37: Type II Fun
Lessons learned from this hiking adventure: 1) know your medical history, 2) carry a cellphone with you absolutely everywhere, and 3) no name escargot isn’t so awesome drenched in hot sauce — unless you’re a wolf. This story of “type II fun” comes from our February 2013 show, Close Call. Continue reading
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