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The NarratorsRemembering Lucy RoucisYour next storyteller is Lucy Roucis. We are heartbroken to say that Lucy passed away this week, after a decades-long battle with Parkinson's disease. Lucy might be best known by a broader audience for her appearance in Love & Other Drugs, but in Denver she's been a force on and off stage for years, a wickedly funny and talented actor and comedian who will be deeply missed. Lucy told a couple of stories at The Narrators, but today we're sharing her first—this story was recorded at Buntport Theater in November 2017; the theme of the night was "Under Your Skin."...
2021-02-1212 min
The NarratorsMatt Zambrano, "When in Doubt, Adapt"Today’s story comes from Matt Zambrano. Matt is a performer and poet, formerly from Colorado, who currently resides in New York City with is his wife and his cat. Matt told this story live from his apartment, through a web cam, up to a satellite, then back to a Zoom window in front of a live but virtual audience on 16 December 2020. This was the last story told at The Narrators in 2020 and felt like a perfect start for our newest season of the podcast. The theme of the show was "Hindsight."Special thanks to Kyle James Ha...
2021-01-0812 min
The NarratorsBIG NEWS: Free live-streaming show on Wednesday, 20 MayJust a quick head's up—since we still can't meet in person at Buntport Theater, we're hosting miniature live-streaming version of our show on Wednesday, May 20th at holdthephone.tv.
Co-hosts Ron Doyle and Erin Rollman will be joined by comedians Josh Blue and Eeland Stribling, and long-time show favorite Rae Moore. The theme will be "Gray Area."
For all of you listeners who don't live in Denver, this will be a rare opportunity to see the show live—again, just join us on Wednesday night, May 20th, at 8pm on holdthephone.tv. You can check our Facebook page or webs...
2020-05-1901 min
The NarratorsDon't I Know You?A special super-sized episode on the theme "Don't I Know You?" since we couldn't do a live show in April.Featuring three stories from Megan Sound, Nikki Fleming, and Bethany Roinestad, all recorded from their respective homes.Outro music by Denver's own Beau Beverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-05-0730 min
The NarratorsMitch Slevc, "Courage on the Dance Floor"So, last month our 10th anniversary live show was cancelled due to the coronavirus, our live show for April has also been cancelled, and we let the podcast go silent for a month.The Narrators is a storytelling show, but what we’re really trying to do is build empathy and compassion for our fellow humans, and right now, that’s what we’re all doing—putting our empathy to the test and isolating ourselves, trying protect one another.But that doesn’t mean we need to be alone. Every episode of this podcast is a little 10...
2020-04-1619 min
The NarratorsAdam Burke, "How to Make an Irish Car Bomb (The Drink)"Your next storyteller is Adam Burke. Adam is a standup comedian from Chicago (by way of Australia and Ireland) and a regular panelist on NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. Adam shared this story during a special edition of The Narrators at High Plains Comedy Festival last September. The theme of the show was “Bomb.” A special thanks to TANX for the outro music in this episode.You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which...
2020-03-1114 min
The NarratorsAries Reyes, "The Agile Doberman and the Relentless Labrador Retriever"Your next storyteller is Aries Reyes. Aries is a Denver-based storyteller who has performed all over Denver and Washington, DC. They’re also an emcee and can often be found hoisted on top of chairs, toasting births, and facilitating low-stakes competitions. This was their first time sharing a story at The Narrators; the theme of the evening was “Over the Top.”A special thanks to TIQ TOK for the outro music in this episode.You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or att...
2020-03-0416 min
The NarratorsLaura Bond, "Akashic Records of the Bond Continuum"Your next storyteller is a thrift-store evangelist who has a crush on Abraham Lincoln. A long-time favorite of the show, this is Laura Bond. This one’s from our archives—Laura shared this story about adventures with her brother and one chance encounter with the late Vic Chesnutt all the way back in December 2015; the theme of the evening was "Siblings." A special thanks to Knuckle Pups for the outro music in this episode.You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or atte...
2020-02-2615 min
The NarratorsJacob McWilliams, "Mac & Cheese with Diced Tomatoes"Your next storyteller is an Enneagram Type 1 who says he’s obsessed with stories about extremists. A long-time supporter of the show, this is our friend, Jacob McWilliams. Jake shared this story on 18 September 2019; the theme of the evening was "Tools."A special thanks to Mega Gem for the outro music in this episode!You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For mo...
2020-02-1912 min
The NarratorsKelly Attaway, "Animal Control"Your next storyteller calls herself a whiskey-soaked ghost story who’s developing a cough. We call her one of our all-time favorites—this is Kelly Attaway. Kelly shared this story on 21 August 2019; the theme of the evening was "Transplant."A special thanks to PHIE for the outro music in this episode!You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For more details and the...
2020-02-1213 min
The NarratorsStephen Brackett, "A Lesson About Violence, and Being a Man"Episode 206: Your next story comes from musician, educator, activist, and Flobots co-founder, Stephen Brackett. Stephen shared this story on 18 September 2019; the theme of the evening was "Tools."A special thanks to Milk Blossoms for the outro music in this episode!You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For more details and the latest information, check our Facebook page. L...
2020-02-0514 min
The NarratorsKira MagCalen, "What's Your Name Again?"Episode 205: Your next storyteller is artist and comedian Kira MagCalen. Kira is the creator of Turbulent Flow, a digital repository for all of her creative work, including the incredible illustration that she recently made for our podcast cover art. You should find and follow her on Instagram too; check out her "Honest Monsters" series. This was Kira's first time sharing a story at The Narrators. Her story was recorded live on 15 January 2020; the theme of the evening was "Vision."A special thanks to our good friends in the band Jobless for the outro music in this episode!
2020-01-2912 min
The NarratorsDanny de Zayas, "The Hearth Gate"Episode 204: Today’s story comes from long-time supporter of The Narrators, the founder of From the Hip Photo, our friend, Danny de Zayas. Danny shared this story on 17 July 2019; the theme of the evening was "Burn."Special thanks to Kyle James Hauser for the outro music in this episode.You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For more details and the latest in...
2020-01-2315 min
The NarratorsKornblum Katz, "Going with the Flow"Episode 203: Your next storyteller is author and screenwriter Kornblum Katz. Kornblum shared this story on 17 April 2019; the theme of the evening was "Nailing It." Special thanks to Horse Girl for the outro music in this episode.You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For more details and the latest information, check our Facebook page. Learn more about your ad...
2020-01-1712 min
The NarratorsKate Strobel, "Any Lie of Mine"Episode 202: This week's story comes from comedian and first-time storyteller Kate Strobel. Kate shared this childhood story of tall tales gone too far on 16 October 2019; the theme of the evening was "Fake." Special thanks to PHIE for the outro music in this episode. You can subscribe and listen to The Narrators for free wherever you get your podcasts. Browse our archives for past episodes or attend one of our live shows, which take place every third Wednesday at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. For more details and the latest information, check our Facebook page. ...
2020-01-1013 min
The NarratorsChris Garcia, "The War, The Craft"Your next storyteller is Chris Garcia. Chris is a standup comedian, writer, and the host of WNYC's Scattered, hands down one of the best podcasts of 2019. Chris shared this story—about his early days of doing standup comedy, enthusiastic eSport tech bros, World of Warcraft fans in Atlantic City, and t-shirt cannons—as part of The Narrators' special show at High Plains Comedy Festival. His story was recorded live on 28 September 2019 at Hi-Dive in Denver; the theme of the show was "Bomb." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-01-0311 min
The NarratorsSeason 3 Finale: A Tribute to Sydney CrainEpisode 200: Today we're going to do something a little different—to celebrate reaching 200 episodes, we're paying tribute to one of the people who has made all of this possible, our producer, Sydney Crain. Ron sat down with Sydney just before our live show last week, during the middle of a huge rainstorm, to ask about her favorite stories and memories from her time with the show.In this episode, you'll hear clips of stories from Janae Burris, Ellen K. Graham, and Steven Burge, plus a full story told by Sydney at our "Framed" show in June 2019....
2019-08-2733 min
The NarratorsSteven Burge, “Playing with Matches”Episode 199: Your next story comes from one of our all-time favorite storytellers, Steven Burge. The theme of the evening was "Burn."For the latest information about our upcoming events please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Jobless, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-08-0913 min
The NarratorsMegan Sound, “Sharp Objects Hidden”Episode 198: This story comes from the author of The Struggle for Soy, Megan Sound. Megan shared this story about parenting—and all the hopes and fears that go with it—live on 19 June 2019 in Denver. The theme of the evening was "Framed."For the latest information about our upcoming events please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Cities of Earth, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad c...
2019-08-0211 min
The NarratorsBrian Colonna, “Grow!”Episode 197: This story comes actor and Buntport Theater co-founder Brian Colonna. He told this story live at our 9th anniversary show on 20 March 2019 at Buntport Theater. The theme of the evening was "Growing."For the latest information about that special show or any of our events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Nathan Hall, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
2019-07-2615 min
The NarratorsRae Moore, “Yours Truly”Episode 196: This story comes from seamstress and disruptor extraordinaire, Rae Moore. She told this story live on 15 May 2019 at Buntport Theater. The theme of the evening was "Alter Egos."For the latest information about that special show or any of our events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Tanx, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-07-1925 min
The NarratorsAndrew Orvedahl, “Cursed Information”Episode 195: Today's story comes from our darling founder, Andrew Orvedahl. Andrew recently moved back to Denver and it has been so wonderful to have him sharing stories again. His story was recorded at our 9th anniversary show back in March of this year. Enjoy!For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to SPELLS, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn...
2019-07-1213 min
The NarratorsKelly Attaway, “How You Become a Person and Why”Episode 194: This story comes from one of our favorite storytellers, Kelly Attaway. She told this story live on 18 October 2017 at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was "In the Dark."For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Jobless, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-07-0513 min
The NarratorsYvie Oddly, “Dancing in the Supermarket”Episode 193: To celebrate her victory last month on the 11th season of RuPaul's Drag Race, we're bringing you a previously unpublished story from Denver's drag darling, Yvie Oddly. Yvie shared this story with The Narrators back in November 2017, as part of a special show we hosted for the Denver Film Festival. This is Yvie before Ru—an artist on the brink of big fame and international attention—speaking frankly about their life and their art. The theme of the evening was "Making a Scene."For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our...
2019-06-2809 min
The NarratorsBrian Flynn, “Olive Garden”Episode 192: In honor of Denver Zine Fest this weekend, here's a story from Brian Flynn at Denver Zine Fest last year. Brian is a standup comedian and host of the alternate-history podcast The Revisionists. Brian's story was told live on 24 June 2017 at the McNichols Building in Civic Center Park. The theme of that special show was "Rejected."For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to The Milk Blossoms, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can...
2019-06-2113 min
The NarratorsSydney Crain, “We’re All A Little Scared”Episode 191: In honor of Father's Day, we dug one of our favorites out of the vault. Our producer Sydney Crain told this story live on 15 February 2017. The theme of the evening was "Red-Handed."For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page.A very special thanks to Mega Gem, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-06-1413 min
The NarratorsJackie Hay, “A Little Fight in Me”Episode 190: Jackie Hay has been creating artwork for the Narrators for years but graced the stage for the first time when she shared this story about her beloved pup Samir. Jackie's story was recorded live on 21 November 2018. The theme of the evening was "Fight or Flight."A very special thanks to Jobless, who provided the outro music for this episode. Jackie is their drummer!As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Did you know we're on Spotify? Stitcher, too? This paragraph sounds good, sung as a Beach Boys...
2019-06-0715 min
The NarratorsBrian Kramer, “Taking My Health Into My Own Hands”Episode 189: Long-time listener, first-time caller Brian Kramer shared this 'touching' story of a Planned Parenthood visit on 17 April 2019. The theme of the evening was "Nailing It."A very special thanks to Cities of Earth, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. What's your favorite podcast app? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-05-3115 min
The NarratorsLisa Jerez Artus, “Pura Vida”Episode 188: It’s graduation season, so today we’re sharing a story from first-time storyteller Lisa Jerez Artus. Lisa told her story—while dressed in full cap and gown regalia—on 15 May 2019 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the show was "Alter Egos."A very special thanks to Teacup Gorilla, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn mo...
2019-05-2413 min
The NarratorsSammy Anzer, “Wallet Condom”Episode 187: This harrowing tale of crime and punishment comes from Denver comic Sammy Anzer, who shared this story live on 21 November 2018. The theme of the evening was "Fight or Flight."A very special thanks to TIQ TOK, who provided the outro music for this episode.Wanna hear more stories? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. While you're there, please leave us a rating or review—that helps folks find our podcast. For all past episodes, visit the Archives page on our website, thenarrators.org.Wa...
2019-05-1715 min
The NarratorsAllison Rose, “She Would Never Be So New”Episode 186: In honor of Mother's Day, today we're bringing you a story from one of our favorites, Denver comedian and writer Allison Rose. Born on a quiet farm in Kansas, Allison came into her own on the loud stages of Denver dive bars. She has been featured on the Denver edition of 50 First Jokes; Yuck Fest; and the High Plains, Red Clay, and Savage Henry comedy festivals. She co-hosts the Denver chapter of We Still Like You, a storytelling show where folks share their greatest shames, and a weekly showcase at Dean Ween's Honeypot Lounge. Allison's story was recorded...
2019-05-1011 min
The NarratorsBess Scully & Hannah Duggan, “Baby Drop Akimbo”Episode 185: We have a really fun story today from Bess Scully, as read by her sister, Hannah Duggan. Bess is a mother, sister, aunty and daughter—and her sister Hannah is a founding member of Buntport Theater Company. These two Denver natives shared this story live on 20 February 2019. The theme of the evening was "Arms."A very special thanks to Knuckle Pups, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, pl...
2019-05-0314 min
The NarratorsAngela Daniels, “My Favorite Word”Episode 184: Angela Daniels told this story live at our 9th anniversary show on 20 March 2019 at Buntport Theater in Denver. The theme of the evening was "Growing."Special thanks to The Milk Blossoms who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-04-2613 min
The NarratorsChris Charpentier, “Weird Caribbean Weed”Episode 183: We went digging deep into the archives for this week’s 420-friendly story about teenage shenanigans and strange encounters on a cruise ship. Show favorite Chris Charpentier originally told this story six years ago, on 16 May 2013, at the Deer Pile (R.I.P.) in Denver, Colorado; the theme of the show was “Fake.”Chris Charpentier is a Los Angeles-based comedian and actor who has performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Viceland's Flophouse, and more. He's the host of the podcast Sports Bullies: The Game; the star of the web series Brotherly; and a recurring character on the televi...
2019-04-1913 min
The NarratorsDavid Blatt, “There Is No Sleep”Episode 182: David Blatt is an acupuncture and massage practitioner in City Park and the producer of Mortified Colorado, a storytelling show where adults share the hilarious and embarrassing things they created as kids. David shared this story live on 19 December 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver. The theme of the evening was "Ghosts."Special thanks to Jobless, who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page.
2019-04-1311 min
The NarratorsColleen Leggett, “Simon Says”Episode 181: Today's story comes from one of our long-time favorites, Colleen Leggett. She shared this story about fitting in, fundamentalist Christian summer camp, and middle-school dating at our January 2019 show. Colleen's story was recorded live at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado; the theme of the evening was "Habit."Special thanks to Teacup Gorilla, who provided the outro music for today's episode!As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. ...
2019-04-0518 min
The NarratorsRegan Linton, “Amazing Arms”Episode 180: Today's story comes from Phamaly Theatre Company performer and artistic director, Regan Linton. She told this story live on 20 February 2019 at Buntport Theater. The theme of the evening was "Arms."Special thanks to Cities of Earth, who provided the outro music for today's story!As always, you can subscribe, rate and review The Narrators wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-03-2913 min
The NarratorsNathan Hall, “The Best Kind of Therapy”Episode 179: Today's story comes composer, Nathan Hall. He told this story live on 24 June 2018 at Denver Zine Fest. The theme of the evening was "Rejected."Super-double special thanks to Nathan Hall, who also provided the outro music for his own story!As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-03-2310 min
The NarratorsVanessa Gonzalez, “Def Comedy Jam: Special Victims Unit”Episode 178: Today's story comes from comedian Vanessa Gonzalez. Vanessa told this story live on 25 August 2018 at High Plains Comedy Festival. The theme of the evening was "Bit."Vanessa was recently featured on HBO Latino's "Entre Nos: A Stand-up Comedy Special", TruTV's "Laff Mobb’s Laff Tracks" and Comedy Central's "Stand-Up Presents" 2019. You can follow Vanessa on Twitter @Buhnessa. A very, very special thanks to TIQ TOK who provided the outro music for this episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our...
2019-03-1513 min
The NarratorsMitch Slevc, “How I Won the 1988 National Hot Dog Eating Championship in New York”Episode 177: Today's story comes from actor Mitch Slevc. He told this story live on 15 August 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was, "Cheating."A very special thanks to Jobless who provided the outro music for today's episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-03-0812 min
The NarratorsMary Shirley, “Tea at the Summit of Mt. Fuji”Episode 176: Today's story comes from Denver-based anthropologist Mary Shirley. She told this story live on 18 July 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "The Perfect Plan."A very special thanks to Cities of Earth who provided the outro music for today's episode.As always, check our website or visit our Facebook page for the latest information. As always, you can subscribe, rate and review The Narrators wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-03-0120 min
The NarratorsTroy Walker, “Procrastination”Episode 175: Today's story comes from comedian and actor Troy Walker. Troy originally told this story on 16 January 2019 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Habit."Troy is a Denver native currently based in Los Angeles. Want more? Follow him on Twitter, check out his appearance on The Late Late Show and look for him in season 2, episode 3 of Comedy Central's Corporate—and at a comedy club near you.A very special thanks to TIQ TOK, who provided the outro music for today's episode.As always, you can subscribe, ra...
2019-02-2316 min
The NarratorsErin Rollman, “Let’s Faint for Each Other”Episode 174: Today's story comes from our own Erin Rollman. Erin is a founding member of Buntport Theater and the co-host of The Narrators. Erin originally told this story on 17 October 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Guts."A very special thanks to Teacup Gorilla, who provided the outro music for today's episode.As always, you can subscribe, rate and review us wherever you get your podcasts. For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page. Learn more about...
2019-02-1515 min
The NarratorsChris Walker, “Trapped on Ushba”Episode 173: Today's story comes from investigative journalist and Westword staff writer Chris Walker. Back in 2012, Chris and a fellow journalist embarked on a 16,000-mile bicycle ride from France to China, documenting their travels along the way. This story recounts one small leg of that trip, where Chris and his companion stumbled upon a daring mountain rescue in the tiny Eurasian country of Georgia. Chris originally told his story on 20 January 2016 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Promise."A very special thanks to The Milk Blossoms, who provided outro music for today's...
2019-02-0919 min
The NarratorsRachel Weeks, “What It Means to be a Lady”Episode 172: Today's episode comes from one of our favorite storytellers, Rachel Weeks.Rachel Weeks is standup comedian, one of the founding members of the Pussy Bros., and host of We Still Like You Denver, a true storytelling show where folks share their greatest shames. Rachel's story was recorded live on 20 June 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Periods."For the latest information about our live shows or special events, please check our Facebook page for more details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
2019-02-0218 minThe NarratorsJesse Caverly, “Rat Park Beer Run”Jesse Caverly is a first-time storyteller. He told this story about a beer run gone bad on Tuesday, 10 July 2018 at Tiger!Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-07-2614 minThe NarratorsDave Ross, “What Did The Fart Say to The Poop?”Today's episode comes from one of our favorite storytellers, Dave Ross. Dave is a touring standup comedian and actor from Los Angeles who you may know from television shows such as "Corporate" or "Drunk History" on Comedy Central. He stopped by The Narrators Denver to share this story about doing whatever it takes to make a buck, and how kids are sometimes the worst. Dave was recorded live on 20 December 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Chance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-07-1720 minThe NarratorsTiffany Fox, “Gland Puppet”Tiffany Fox is a San Diego-based writing instructor at UCSD Extension. She told this story on 12 June at Tiger!Tiger! in San Diego about what happens when you lose a part of yourself that you thought defined you. The theme of the evening was "Periods." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-07-0909 minThe NarratorsLonnie MF Allen, “Calling Out”Our story today comes from Denver comic artist, Lonnie MF Allen. He told this story about teenage angst in rural New Mexico—and remembering to always call out bullshit—in front of a live audience on 16 May 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Rocking The Boat." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-06-1612 minThe NarratorsMichael Madden, “In the War”Our story today comes from Michael Madden, an actor, director, producer and writer in San Diego's local theater scene. He told this story about his father live at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern. The theme of the evening was "Rocking the Boat." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-06-0813 minThe NarratorsAmanda Hergott, “My Brothers’ Sister”Today's story comes from Amanda Hergott. She told this story about her past as a fraternity member colliding with her present as a trans woman on 18 April 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado—the theme of the evening was "Clubs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-06-0112 minThe NarratorsJordan Grasso, “I am Steve Erwin”Jordan Grasso is an adjunct professor of sociology at Palomar College in North County San Diego but she’s on her way to Florida to pursue a Phd! We wish her luck and thank her for telling this story about her many encounters with alligators, told at our “Rocking the Boat” show at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern on 8 May 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-05-2618 minThe NarratorsChristie Buchele, “A Body That I Could Love”Our story today comes from Denver comedian and dear friend of The Narrators, Christie Buchele. Christie told this story at our 8th anniversary show back in March, with a little help from fellow comedian and friend of the show Talitha K. Each story that night was accompanied by sound painting, a.k.a. live improvised music from our pals at Playground Ensemble. The whole evening was an interesting experiment, full of bumps and surprises and supremely real moments. The story you’ll hear today was one of our favorites of the night. Christie's story was told live on 21 March 2018 at...
2018-05-1815 minThe NarratorsAJ Shaw, “That’s a Lot of Fake Blood”Today's story was told by AJ Shaw at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego on 10 April 2018. The theme was "Clubs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-05-1112 minThe NarratorsCourtney LeDuc, “Community Dog”Today's story comes from teacher and Colorado native, Courtney LeDuc. Courtney's story was recorded live on 21 February 2018 in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Warning Signs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-05-0414 minThe NarratorsBONUS: DJ Brother Darkness, “Bootie 35 Remastered”Hey everyone, we've got a special treat for you—here's that magical DJ set from Butch Rosser's story. Be sure to find him on Twitter to share props and digital high-fives!1) Party Ben • Queen x Cypress Hill • We Will Jump You2) DJ BC • Snoop Dogg feat. Pharrell x Nu Shooz • Snoop's Nu Shooz3) DJ Benny C • Gym Class Heroes x Timbaland • the Way I Get Your Clothes Off4) pomDeter • nine inch nails x carly rae jespen • Call Me A Hole5) DJ Johnny Gunz • Miley Cyrus x Young Gunz • We Can't Stop, Won't Stop6) Marc J...
2018-04-301h 15The NarratorsButch Rosser, “The Last Hours of 34”Today's story was told by Butch Rosser at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego on 10 April 2018. The theme was "Clubs."BONUS: We have published the epic DJ set mentioned in Butch's story. Listen to it here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-04-3014 minThe NarratorsAdrian Holguin, “Isaac”Today's story comes from Adrian Holguin, an actor and educator who is currently in his 25th year of teaching high school mathematics—a truly superhuman feat. This story was recorded live on 21 February 2018 in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Warning Signs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-04-2012 minThe NarratorsJeremy Bauer, “Hershey”Peace Corps veteran Jeremy Bauer told this story—his first ever at The Narrators—at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego in February 2018. The theme was "Warning Signs."If you are one of our podcast listeners who doesn't live in Denver, we want to say how much we appreciate you—thanks for listening. And please, say hello sometime via email or Facebook! We'd love to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-04-0614 minThe NarratorsDaniel Alvarez “Click. Boom.”Today’s story comes from writer and librarian Daniel Alvarez. His story is about the kind of childhood tomfoolery that makes you look back and feel thankful that faces usually grow back. Daniel told this story live on 17 January 2018 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Big Shot." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-03-2312 minThe NarratorsJenny Minniti-Shippey, “Cut Me Some Hair”Jenny Minniti-Shippey is not only one of the biggest boosters of The Narrators San Diego, she is one of our most outstanding storytellers. She told this story at the August 2017 show at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern. The theme was "Crossing Over." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-03-1723 minThe NarratorsJan Scott-Frazier, “Interpreter”Jan Scott-Frazier is a former director and animator of Japanese manga and a long-time favorite of the show. Her story about translating a heartfelt meeting between artists Monkey Punch and Mort Drucker was told live at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO on 20 December 2017. The theme of the evening was "Chance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-03-0510 minThe NarratorsArthur Salm, “The Devil’s Highway”Arthur Salm is the former book review editor and columnist for the San Diego Union-Tribune. He told this story at Tiger!Tiger! Tavern on 13 February 2018. The theme was "Warning Signs." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-02-2416 minThe NarratorsElle Stevens, “Everything Gone”Today’s story comes from former slam poet and Colorado native Elle Stevens. This story was recorded live on 20 December 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Chance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-02-1614 minThe NarratorsRichard Freeland, “Emotional Anime”When he’s not writing product descriptions for oscilloscopes, Richard Freeland tells stories in San Diego. He told this one on 12 December 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern. The theme of the evening was "Chance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-02-0214 minThe NarratorsJohn Novosad “Collateral Damage”Today’s story comes from Denver comedy legend, John Novosad. He told this story about the 90s, divorce, life as a standup comic, and collateral damage in front of our live audience on 15 November 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Under Your Skin." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-01-2613 minThe NarratorsMona de Vestel, “Two Children”Mona de Vestel is a writer who grew up in Brussels and now lives in San Diego. She told this story on 12 December 2017 at Tiger!Tiger! Tavern. The theme of the evening was "Chance." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-01-0914 minThe NarratorsStephen Brackett, “Your Light”Today’s story comes from one of our favorite humans, Stephen Brackett. He's the emcee Brer Rabbit of the Denver hip-hop group the Flobots, co-founder of Youth on Record and in our opinion, an all-around great guy. This story was recorded live on 18 October 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "In the Dark." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-12-2818 minThe NarratorsAdam Veal, “Digging”Today's story comes from writer and professor Adam Veal. Adam's story was recorded live on 14 November at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Under Your Skin."
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2017-12-2013 minThe NarratorsByron Graham, “A Nerd With Pride”Today's story comes from Denver writer and comedian, Byron Graham. He told this story about his brother locking him in a cabinet which he describes as "about the size of a child’s coffin" on 18 October 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "In the Dark."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and our Facebook page for all the latest details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-12-1313 minThe NarratorsJimiliz Valiente-Neighbours, “Darker”Today’s story comes from sociology professor, actor, and writer, Jimiliz Valiente-Neighbors. This story was recorded live on 14 November 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Under Your Skin." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-12-0412 minThe NarratorsCarlos Madrid, “Junkyard Dog”Episode 146: Here's a story from long-time friend and first time storyteller Carlos Madrid. His story was recorded live on 20 September 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was "Space."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and our Facebook page for all the latest details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-11-2711 minThe NarratorsIrene Bonner, “Shining Jewel of Hatred”Today’s story come from show favorite, Irene Bonner. This story was recorded live on 12 September 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego, California. The theme of the evening was “Space.”Please make sure to subscribe to this podcast and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-11-2018 minThe NarratorsSteven Burge, “A Trip to a Star”Today’s story comes from show favorite and one of Denver's most beloved actors, Steven Burge. Steven's story was recorded live on 20 September 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was "Space."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for all the latest details. Alright, on with the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-11-1113 minThe NarratorsEllen Wright, “A Space That Wasn’t There”Today’s story comes from storyteller, Ellen Wright. Ellen told this story about herself, her brother, and the fluctuating space between them at our San Diego show last month.This story was recorded live on 12 September 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego, California. The theme of the evening was “Space.”Please make sure to subscribe to this podcast and keep an eye on our website and Facebook page for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-10-1315 minThe NarratorsSonya Eddy, “Bunny Hill”Today's story comes from very special first-time storyteller, Sonya Eddy. Sonya told this story about a painful ski trip last month at the High Plains Comedy Festival. This story was recorded live on 26 August 2017 at the Hi-Dive in Denver, CO. The theme of the show was "Eating it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-2909 minThe NarratorsDaniel Watman, “To Plant Some Plants”Today’s story about a botanical cultural exchange on the border of Tijuana and San Diego comes from Daniel Watman. This story was recorded live on 8 August 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego, California. The theme of the evening was "Crossing Over."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-2317 minThe NarratorsKellye Howard “Good Lookin’ Spaghetti”Today’s story comes from Chicago-based stand-up comic Kellye Howard. Her story was recorded live on 16 August 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was "Crossing Over."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for the latest details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-1517 minThe NarratorsSarah Goltz, “American”Today we'll hear from first-time storyteller, Sarah Goltz. Told on the theme of "Crossing Over," Sarah talks about a time when she unknowingly witnessed a monumental crossing. This story was recorded live on 8 August 2017 at the Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego.Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-09-0213 minThe NarratorsChristie Buchele, “Comedy Will Kill You Too”Comedy has always been in this show's DNA—The Narrators was founded by a comic and funny folks have been sharing stories since our first show in 2010. Today's story comes from Christie Buchele, one of our absolute favorites comics and storytellers, talking about her relationship with the art form—and booze, the substance that often fuels it. Christie's story was recorded live on 19 July 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Bars.”Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for the lates...
2017-08-1914 minThe NarratorsEd Ward, “The New Unified Theory of the Universe”Today’s story comes from Ed Ward, who has been sharing stories with The Narrators since the very beginning. Ed is the host of Stories Stories, Bring Your Stories, one of Denver’s longest-running storytelling shows. This story was recorded live on 19 July 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Bars.”
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2017-08-1115 minThe NarratorsLaura Bond, “Adolescent Death Smirk”Today's story comes from Laura Bond, one of our all-time favorite storytellers. Laura's story reminds us that when faced with a nemesis, one can stand tall on both real and imaginary mountains. Laura's story was recorded live on 19 July 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Bars."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for the latest details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-08-0520 minThe NarratorsLisa Hemminger, “Donna”Today's story comes from Lisa Hemminger. Beginning with the theme of "Bars," Lisa follows a thread past a Pool Shark, through a relationship, and into a mausoleum. This story was recorded live on 11 July 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern. Enjoy!Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-07-2918 minThe NarratorsAndrew Curtis Forlines, “Trusty Minivan”This story comes from Andrew Curtis Forlines, Denver comedian and organizing member of Secular Hub, a non-profit, Humanist community center in Five Points. This story was recorded live on 21 June 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Road Trip." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-07-2113 minThe NarratorsAlfredo Araujo, “Making It Last”When we planned on doing a show in Tijuana to celebrate the one year anniversary of the dance studio/community space Huerto, we knew we wanted to highlight trans-border culture by letting the storytellers present in whatever language they felt most comfortable speaking in. We ended up having half of the stories told in Spanish—and something remarkable happened. Even though the storytellers and the audience didn't necessarily speak the same language, all of the elements of a Narrators show were there, from the reactions of the audience to the storytellers as they moved through their narratives, the clear de...
2017-07-1520 minThe NarratorsMallory Wallace, “Kind of Natural”Today’s story is about love—the sweet, swift, sometimes bloody kind—and comes from comedian Mallory Wallace. This was Mallory's second and final performance at The Narrators before leaving Colorado and moving to Nebraska. Congratulations, Lincoln, you're one lucky town. Mallory's story was recorded live on 21 June 2017 at the Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Road Trip." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-07-0815 minThe NarratorsJohn Shaw, “We’ve Got This”Today’s story comes from John Shaw, sharing for the first time with The Narrators. John's story was recorded live on 13 June 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Road Trip."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-07-0114 minThe NarratorsKarak Miakol, “I am alive, on Earth”Today’s story comes from our recent all-refugee special. Karak Miakol, a women’s rights activist and founder of Women Who Grow, shares her story about fighting for an education as a young girl in South Sudan. This story was recorded live on 31 May 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Home." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-06-2419 minThe NarratorsKirk Faulkner, “Rock-Solid Testimony”Today’s story comes from San Diego writer, preacher, and stand-up comedian, Kirk Faulkner. His story about proselytizing in Siberia for the Mormon church—and then falling from grace—was recorded live on 14 June 2016 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Ink."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-06-1612 minThe NarratorsTaylor Gonda, “Oops, I Flirted Again”Today’s story comes from one of The Narrators' favorite storytellers, Taylor Gonda. Taylor is a podcast host, DJ, Denver icon and, sadly for all of us in Colorado, a soon-to-be resident of Los Angeles. California, please take care of our good friend. Taylor's story of awkward infatuation was recorded live on 17 May 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Fashion Victim." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-06-0913 minThe NarratorsJackie Jones, “Foundation Garments”Today’s story comes from writer and former humor columnist, Jackie Jones. Starting with a red skirt, Jackie weaves in and out of the pieces of clothing hanging from her family tree. This story was recorded live on 6 May 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Fashion Victim."Please subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on our events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-06-0212 minThe NarratorsErin Rollman & Hannah Duggan, “Casting a Jinx”Today’s story was too absurd to be told by just one storyteller, so Hannah Duggan and Denver co-host Erin Rollman broke their story into two parts— chronicling their run-in with a cat-stealing witch and a novelty showerhead in Winnipeg, Canada. Hannah and Erin are founding members of Buntport Theater, the home of our Denver show, and two of our favorite people on the planet. This story was recorded live on 19 April 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Jinx." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-05-2725 minThe NarratorsNik Molitor “Curry In, Curry Out”Today’s story comes San Diego artist, Nik Molitor— sharing this triumphant tale about making the best out of shitty situation. This story was recorded live on 9 May 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme was "Fashion Victim."Subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-05-2014 minThe NarratorsAngela Daniels, “The Other Angela”This week, first-time storyteller Angela Daniels tells us about her email address—and all the other Angelas who seem to want a piece of it. This story was recorded live on 19 April 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, CO. The theme of the evening was "Jinx." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-05-1211 minThe NarratorsKelly Shortandqueer, “Call Your Mom”In the spring of 2017, we hosted a special benefit show for Denver Zine Fest, an annual celebration of independent zine makers taking place this June, put on by our pals at the Denver Zine Library, one of the world's largest collections of zines in North America. The audience got an introduction to the world of zines, made their own blank mini-zine at the beginning of the show, and then doodled away while local zinesters shared stories. At the end, members of the audience took the stage to share their tiny creations—and they were incredible. If we learned one th...
2017-05-0514 minThe NarratorsStephen Graham Jones, “Insisting on a Dream”This week's story comes from a special show we hosted at DINK, the Denver Independent Comic and Arts Expo, in the spring of 2017. As part of an all-artist lineup, author and professor Steven Graham Jones shared a story about Dr. Doom, The Beyonder, and the mystery of darkness that inspires his writing. This story was recorded live on 8 April 2017 at the McNichols Civic Center Building in Denver, Colorado. The theme was "Drawing a Line." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-2811 minThe NarratorsSarah Nathan, “Breakfast Burritos Instead of Fresh Bagels”This story about a short and peculiar list comes from first-time storyteller Sarah Nathan. Sarah's story was recorded live on 11 April 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Jinx."Subscribe to this podcast for weekly updates on events and keep an eye on our Facebook page for additional details. See you soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-2111 minThe NarratorsEryc Eyl, “Seriously and Literally”Today’s story comes from Eryc Eyl. Eryc's story was recorded live on 15 February 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Red Handed." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-1517 minThe NarratorsMariana Martinez Esténs, “Kiss Me”Today’s story comes from Mariana Martinez Esténs, a marmalade fairy, yoga studio owner, and journalist based in Tijuana, Mexico. This cautionary tale about schoolyard kisses, masculinity, and hamsters was recorded live on 14 March 2017 at Tiger! Tiger! Tavern in San Diego. The theme of the evening was "Popular." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-0710 minThe NarratorsSarah Pessin, “Lars Under the File Cabinet”Episode 118: Today's story comes from University of Denver philosophy professor Sarah Pessin. Sarah's story was recorded live on 18 January 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Dropping the Ball." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-03-3115 min