York Story Slam

Daily Grind

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On August 19, seven storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our August story slam was DAILY GRIND. We heard stories about first jobs, career trajectories, and “other duties as assigned.”

In the end, our winner was Debbie Gable, who shared a story about how much she has always loved to work, and some of her key takeaways as she nears retirement.

Debbie earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Mike Reed, who shared a story about lessons learned in his first jobs as a blacktop paver and a reporter.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Rachael Prensner, who told the story of the chaos she experienced in her first foray into waitressing.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Old Friends

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On July 15, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our July story slam was OLD FRIENDS. We heard stories about making friends on the internet, embarrassing moments only old friends could share, and even one about the draft lottery.

In the end, our winner was Paul Boddy, who shared a story about attending the Army/Navy game over the years with a college friend.

Paul earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Meg Wheeler, who shared a story about her first friends as a child.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Jai Jayaram, who told the story of his oldest friend from the village where he was raised.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Brush with Death

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On June 17, twelve storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our June story slam was BRUSH WITH DEATH. We heard stories about a camping trip gone awry, a complicated pregnancy, and all sorts of medical emergencies.

In the end, our winner was Tony Crocamo, who shared a story about following orders during his time in the army during the Vietnam War.

Tony earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Natalie Stutzman, who shared about a sudden and extreme illness.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Roth Preap, who told the story of a time during his childhood when he experienced the supernatural.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

All in the Family

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On May 20, nine storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our May story slam was ALL IN THE FAMILY. We heard stories about blood relations, chosen family, sibling pranks, and more.

In the end, our winner was Shaun Carter, who shared a story about his contribution to the family Thanksgiving meal.

Shaun earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Emily Crockett, who shared about losing herself in a young marriage.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Jason Plotkin, who told the story of crashing a wedding in Ireland.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

My Better Half

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On April 15, fourteen storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our April story slam was MY BETTER HALF. We heard stories about meeting future spouses, helping each other through difficult times, and even one about sharing clothing with a partner of similar stature.

In the end, our winner Swapna Deshpande, who shared a story about a patient she worked with through the course of his degenerative illness.

Swapna earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Matt McDunnell, who shared about the magic his mom created for an early birthday.

Our next story comes from Adam Nugent, who shared his story about the positive effect his wife has had on his early-20s shenanigans.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Doc Yoder, who told the story of meeting a beautiful woman in his college years.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

No Hard Feelings

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On March 18, nine storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works in downtown York.

The theme for our March story slam was NO HARD FEELINGS. We heard stories about getting tackled in football games, losing items from the lost & found at a Hollywood hostel, learning to let go, and even one story about Kevin Bacon (not that one).

In the end, our winner was Mark Lentz, who shared a story about reflecting on the resentments he carries.

Mark earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Eric Zeltmann, who shared about playing tabletop games with his son, and the consequent lessons on losing and winning.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Megan Hine, who tells the story of her pet pig, Kevin Bacon, and how she and her family were at odds on the best way to honor his memory.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Culture Shock

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On February 18, six storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our February story slam was CULTURE SHOCK. We heard stories about being made to feel “othered,” what happens when you welcome someone new, and one story about spending a long weekend with four toddlers.

In the end, our winner was Marianne Sheely, who shared a story about getting to know her new neighbor.

Matt earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Phil Broder, who shared about a memorable experience participating in a kite festival in India.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Tim McGuinness, who tells the story of a time he confused the staff at a KFC far from home.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Tipping Point

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On January 21, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at The Hangar at New York Wire Works, in downtown York.

The theme for our January story slam was TIPPING POINT. We heard stories about starting a business, new-parent anxiety, and a treacherous solo motorcycle trip.

In the end, our winner was Matt McDunnell, who shared a story about bonding with a date about a mutual acquaintance.

Matt earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Kimberley Parsley, who shared her story about challenging some of the standards instilled throughout her conservative upbringing as she became a parent.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Bob Ulrich, who recounted the misadventure of setting up a PA system for Elvis Presley.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on on Facebook and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Coming Home

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On September 19, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Archetype Pizza in downtown York.

Our theme this month was COMING HOME. We heard stories about moving, about finding a sense of home, a couple about dogs, and even one about a 50th high school reunion.

In the end, our winner was Corey Wolfe, who told a story about how long it took him to move to an apartment across the street.

Corey earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our second story comes from Bridget Hudacs, who told us about how, despite her initial resistance, she became a dog mom.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Matt McDunnell. Matt shared what he learned when his mother came home at an inopportune moment.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Twitter at @yorkstoryslam, as well as on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Warning Signs

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On August 15, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Archetype Pizza in downtown York.

Our theme this month was WARNING SIGNS. We heard stories about scary situations, new places and relationships, a highly anticipated celebrity encounter, and of course stories about warning signs that were summarily ignored.

In the end, our winner was Beth McLaughlin, who told a story about the times when everything was fine… until she showed up.

Beth earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our second story comes from Swapna Deshpande, who told us about a time she got caught up in the anticipation of a celebrity encounter.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Helen Dempsey. Helen shared what she learned while seeking a miracle on a trip to Arizona.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return at the end of the season to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York at our Grand Slam.

Updates on our events are available on our website, YorkStorySlam.com, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Twitter at @yorkstoryslam, as well as on Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you onstage soon! Thanks for listening.