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7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Bed & Breakfast ReduxLast year Cori & Aaron booked a stay at a bed & breakfast, but they didn't count on it being haunted. In this special episode, we present both Part 1 & 2 of this story together.Story Direction: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Original Music: Nature Camp Vocals and Coordination: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2022-02-1715 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoDr. MannI didn't think I could relate to an astronaut stranded on a foreign planet in another galaxy. However, it ends up we may have more in common than I thought. In this episode, we explore the intergalactic adventures of Dr. Mann.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadAdditional Vocals: Cori BirceStory Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2022-02-1009 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoMrs. BrownA story for all the elementary teachers out there, and one in particular, who literally helped shape the direction of my life.From Jan-27 thru Feb-27 - One hundred percent of proceeds from 7MS Merch go to benefit Ella Canavan Elementary PTO in honor of Mrs. Brown.https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merchStory created & performed by: Aaron CalafatoOriginal Music Composition & Performance: thomas j. dukeAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceC...
2022-01-2709 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe DateGeorge is on his way to the most important date of his life with Marie. The only problem is, no matter how long he drives, he can never seem to get there…This week on a new 7 Minute Stories our team presents our first-ever audio drama. It’s titled “The Date”. Story written by: Aaron CalafatoCharactersGeorge: Aaron Calafato Female Narrator: Cori BirceOfficer Sterling: Ken Wendt Audio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete Whitehea...
2022-01-2008 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Brick WalkwayI didn't know Doril Tetrick well, but I do know he was my grandfather and we built something together...Story created & performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2022-01-1308 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoHeroes Get Remembered But Legends Never DieA film festival, The Sandlot, and the weekend we hung out with Art Lafleur.*RIP Art Lafleur 1943-2021Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Story Consultant: Jon Wagner
2021-12-1608 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Cult LeaderA fascination with cults and the dangerous road one must travel to become a cult leader.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete Whitehead Music Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-12-0909 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThanksgiving Sides!We attempt to wrangle our kids in one room to ask them what they’re thankful for. Then, Cori and I have to decide what Thanksgiving sides will make the cut for our holiday meal. *This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Luciana!Music Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vornd...
2021-11-2510 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Time Capsule (7MS Team Pick)While cleaning my garage I discovered a box of essays that I wrote as a child. In this episode, I’ll recite a few of them for the first time in decades.*This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-11-1810 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoAll Hornets Go to HeavenThis week: An intense rivalry with a hornet, a death chamber, and a quest for salvation.*This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadOrginal Music: Aaron CalafatoMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-11-1109 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoDoor to Door SalesmenA rivalry with a door-to-door salesperson ends in an embarrassing fashion.*This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-11-0409 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoDo you Believe in Ghosts?A simple question to my future wife elicits an unexpected ghost story. Happy Halloween! *This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story produced by: Aaron CalafatoFeaturing: Cori BirceAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-10-2811 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Last BlockbusterA chance viewing of a documentary triggers a vivid memory of renting movies at Blockbuster. *This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-10-2109 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoA 7 Minute Journey with Mark MetryMark Metry is an author, podcast host, and TEDx keynote speaker. But once upon a time, Mark suffered severely from social anxiety. In fact, he says at one point in his life he couldn't even make direct eye contact with people.In this episode, Mark talks about what Social Anxiety feels like and describes one of the breakthrough moments that changed his life for the better.Learn more about Mark at https://www.markmetry.com/Story Production: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Music Contributor: thomas j...
2021-10-1410 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoSeaWorldThis week, a race against Shamu and insight into the world of a captive orca.Ironically, this episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Get your 7MS Merch!https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merchStory performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Engineer: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran ...
2021-10-0709 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoAaron's Movie Marathoner's AppearanceToday's episode features a 7 Minute Segment from an appearance Aaron made on the Movie Marathoners Podcast. Marathoners is a fellow member of the Evergreen Podcast Network.You can find full episodes of Movie Marathoners on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.We start this episode in the midst of Aaron and Marathoners host Matti reviewing the 90s classic Rookie of the Year, one of Aaron's favorites. Matti tells Aaron that movies like Rookie of the Year tend to be comfort films and do very little to make sense of their fairytale. Aaron, of course, takes this a...
2021-09-3009 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoSemi-SoulmatesTwo unsuspecting people find themselves on a cosmic collision course. This episode is made possible by Fishbowl.Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-09-2310 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoMissing PersonA search for a missing person and my love of mozzarella sticks culminates with a surprise ending. Get your 7MS Merch!https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merch This episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/ Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Production Assis...
2021-09-1609 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoBatman and RobinA pair of legendary superheroes, a heroic story, and a surprise ending.Get your 7MS Merch!https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merchThis episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Production Assistant: Lennon Ja...
2021-09-0909 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoAmericaSeason 2 of 7 Minute Stories starts today! This episode: I join an unlikely sports team and find America in the process...Get your 7MS Merch!https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merchThis episode is made possible by Fishbowl. Download the free professional networking app today!https://www.fishbowlapp.com/Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative C...
2021-09-0209 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes with Nina TurnerNina Turner explains why rocking the boat is synonymous with positive social change.More about Nina Turnerhttps://ninaturner.com/Story Production: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Music Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceProduction Assistant: Lennon JanovyakCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-07-2208 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes with Jay CrawfordSports journalist & anchor Jay Crawford shares a deeply personal story about his father, post-season baseball, and the virtue of optimism.Story Production: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Music Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceProduction Assistant: Lennon JanovyakCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-06-0312 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoField of Dreams (7MS Team Pick)The intersection of the iconic movie and a legendary baseball game with my dad. A primer for next week's episode featuring Jay Crawford.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-05-2709 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoAnnouncement & Mini-StoryAaron shares a special announcement, previews the next few weeks on 7MS & tells a mini-story that reveals a special guest.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Special Logo Design: Alex CollierMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukeProduction Assistant: Lennon JanovyakPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-05-2008 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes with IN-QA unique and inspiring 7 minutes with the award-winning poet, multi-platinum songwriter & best-selling author. Connect with IN-Qhttps://in-q.com/IN-Q recently launched a new podcast. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts. Story Production: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Photo: Michael WahbaMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceProduction Assistant: Lennon JanovyakCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Original Guitar Composition: Aaron Calafato
2021-05-1310 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoRemembering OlympiaOver 10 years ago I had a conversation with Olympia Dukakis. What she said changed the course of my life.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukeProduction Assistant: Lennon JanovyakPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-05-0609 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoLorenzo and the AppleOn the first day of 3rd grade I discovered a forbidden fruit… Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukeCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-04-2908 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes with Maurice Benard (Part 2)Part 2 of my conversation with actor, Emmy winner, best-selling author and mental health advocate Maurice Benard.*Watch Maurice Benard's Show "State of Mind" on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_rEI_NNc5pLloK0YEBVUsgStory Production: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Photo: Jim WarrenMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-04-2209 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes with Maurice Benard (Part 1)Part 1 of my conversation with actor, Emmy winner, best-selling author and mental health advocate Maurice Benard.Story produced by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Podcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran *Watch Maurice Benard's Show State of Mind on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_rEI_NNc5pLloK0YEBVUsg
2021-04-1511 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoSonny Corinthos OR Sonny with a chance of AaronThe story of how a one of a kind soap opera character made an unexpected impact on my life. Story concept & performance by: Aaron Calafato Audio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-04-0809 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Great Escape Part 2 : The ReunionIn 2001, Anthony tried to escape a final exam. Now, he comes face to face with the teacher he's been running from for over 20 years.Story by: Anthony Vorndran Story Producer: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadMusic Contributor: thomas j. dukePodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-04-0507 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Great EscapeIn 2001, a young man escapes taking a final exam in high school. 20 years later, he's still on the run!Story told by: Anthony VorndranStory Producer: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran *Short Music Segment: The Great Escape by Boys Like Girls
2021-04-0111 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Secret AntennaIt all started with a painful divorce, a gift from my father and National Public Radio.Subscribe to 7MS wherever you find podcastshttps://www.7minutestoriespod.com/subscribeStory performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran *Special thanks to National Public Radio, its affiliates, programs and listeners for all the inspiration!
2021-03-2508 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoCaptain KirkOur neighborhood needed a hero. On this evening, only one man could do the job.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-03-1808 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Bed & Breakfast Part 2The finale of the Bed & Breakfast saga. How our stay at a potentially haunted B & B changed my relationship with ghosts.Story: Aaron Calafato Direction: Aaron Calafato & Cori BirceAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Music: Nature Camp Podcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-03-1108 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Bed & Breakfast Part 1Cori and I thought it would be simple to book our first Bed & Breakfast experience. We were categorically wrong.Story: Aaron Calafato Direction: Aaron Calafato & Cori BirceAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Music: Nature Camp Podcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran If you haven't, please subscribe & 5 star rate this podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening to this!. Your listenership and support of our work matters.
2021-03-0408 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoBorn in the USAWhat do Van Jones, Bruce Springsteen and a humanist author from the 1980s have to do with the future of America? Let's find out!Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Source Material:
Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business (1985) . A book by educator Neil Postman. Published by Viking Penguin
Renegades: Born in the USA - A Spotify Original Podcast From Higher Ground
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2021-02-2508 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoLost in TranslationFlirty text messages, a Pastor and Blockbuster. If that's not a recipe for disaster, I don't know what is.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-02-1109 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoRobin HoodThe story of how Robin Hood met Wall Street.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2021-02-0409 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Night Before ChristmasChristmas Eve is my favorite night of the year. In this episode, I share some of my favorite traditions and read a Christmas classic!Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoOriginal Poem by: Clement Clarke MooreAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2020-12-2407 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoBreakfast for Dinner33 years ago I had a meal that I can’t stop thinking about to this day. Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran All 7 Minute Stories are free to the public. Show your support by:
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2020-12-1008 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe Blizzard (7MS Classic)Sometimes snow is good. Sometimes snow is bad. The snow during this particular road trip in the early 90s was unforgettable.Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoAudio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran All 7 Minute Stories are free to the public. Show your support by:
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2020-12-0310 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe WalletA young man finds a wallet on the side of the road and discovers something money could never buy. Story performed by: Aaron CalafatoStory Courtesy of: Alex Collier Audio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete WhiteheadPodcast Coordinator: Cori BirceCreative Consultant: Anthony Vorndran Support 7MS. Get a hoodie: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
2020-11-2609 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoThe SpaceflightOn May 22, 2053, two childhood friends embark on an improbable galactic journey. -Musical contribution from Anthony Vorndran-Anthony's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQiYI5fIIOFdnUwHfdjLlMQ-Original Song "Soul Survivor" by Angels & Airwaves*This story is dedicated to Tom DeLonge
2020-10-2209 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato7 Minutes of ReflectionThis week, I'd like to offer 7 minutes of reflection. I know I'm going to be using it. Please use it as you will. There will be an original score composed by our audio producer (Ken Wendt) that you can listen to, follow along with or get lost in. And just know. Even though I won't be talking or telling a story for the duration of this seven minutes. I'll be right here with you. Audio, Composition & Performance of Original Song “Finding Space” : Ken Wendt Episode Consultant: Anthony Vorndran
2020-06-0408 min
The Modern Court ReporterEpisode 3: COVID-19 And The Impact on Court ReportingThis episode of The Modern Court Reporter focuses on how COVID-19 has affected court reporters and their business, what they are doing to stay relevant during this difficult time. We’ll talk with Kristina Tan and Anthony Vorndran about working remotely and how they are making themselves relevant for what our new normal will bring. Kristina will explain how she as a reporter has created her work environment to participate in Zoom depositions; and Anthony will explain his role as a monitoring technician during a Zoom deposition. Administering the oath and exhibit marking will also be discussed, as we...
2020-05-0135 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoJapan: A Guest Story by Anthony VorndranThis is the first guest 7 Minute Story performed and submitted by a listener! It just so happens that he’s also my lifelong friend. In this episode, Anthony Vorndran recalls a life-changing trip to Japan. The only things standing in his way? North Korean ballistic missiles, a WIFI outage and not speaking a word of Japanese. Get your 7MS merch https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/
2020-02-2709 min
7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron CalafatoHeard it Through the GrapevineThe possibility of rock immortality hinges on my band’s performance at a very special high school talent show. 7ms merch at https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/ Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Story Direction: Anthony Vorndran Podcast Coordinator: Cori Birce Audio Production: Ken Wendt Original Art: Pete Whitehead
2020-01-1609 min