It was the best of parking spaces, it was the worst of parking spaces. To obtain quick BART access, this storyteller got both a citation from the City of Oakland and an address for her holiday card list. Wisdom or foolishness? You be the judge: listen to this story told live at our June 2014 show, “Internet … Continue reading
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Podcast #73: Cupid, Refresh Your Browser
Having instant access to the full biography of every prospective object of your affection: blessing or curse? Today’s storyteller remembers her days wielding the double-edged sword of the internet search engine through the battlefield of love in this story, told live at our June 2014 show, “Internet Explorer: Stories from Cyberspace.” Continue reading
Podcast #71: A Little Ribbing Never Hurt Anyone
One man’s pain is another man’s delicious, cheap lunch. Today’s storyteller reflects on his glory days on Montréal’s competitive eating circuit in this story told live at our April 2014 show, “Eat Me.” Continue reading
Podcast #69: Under the Stars
One starry night in the french countryside, one world traveler finds love where she most wanted it, but least expected it. Enjoy this story of her ethereal love affair that was told live at our March 2014 show, Starstruck. About the storyteller Depending on who she’s talking to, Maria Stevens identifies either as a personal trainer, corrective exercise … Continue reading
Podcast #66: On the Edge
A brash young climber meets his match up Shakespeare Glacier. Today’s story revisits a key moment of reflection — and its consequences — in this tale from our January 2014 show, “Scars.” Continue reading