York Story Slam

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.

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.

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.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On July 18, eleven storytellers shared their true stories with our audience at Archetype Pizza in downtown York. We heard stories about riding in the car, riding bikes, delayed and missed flights, and stories about surgery and terminal illness. Our winner was Kat Knapp, who told a story about spending the first summer of her 20s at Cedar Point amusement park. Kat earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our second story comes from Jim Goldsmith, who told us about a recent 500-mile charity ride on his beloved bike. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Monee Myers. Monee shared about a health issue she faced during her senior year of college. 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.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On May 16, nine storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Archetype Pizza in downtown York. The theme for our May story slam was LISTEN TO YOUR MOTHER. We heard stories about Ouija boards, the power of a good nap when needed, and our mothers’ often outsized influence on our lives. In the end, we had a tie. Our first winner was Scott Blanchard, who shared his story about a mom’s ability to find anything – and his mom’s sage advice about perseverance. Scott earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our second winner was Doc Yoder, with his story about the power of written stories when his mother’s memory began to fail. Doc also earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Mina Edmondson, who shared her story about a time not to take advice from her mother. 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.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On March 21, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Archetype Pizza in downtown York. The theme for our March story slam was HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL. We heard stories about second chances, the search for romantic partners, and the dangers of hope. In the end, our winner was Mike Reed, with his story of the lead-up to his first junior high basketball shot. Mike earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Our next story comes from Carol Stowell, who shared about the hope she's found in activism. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Kir Evancho, who talks about hanging her hopes on romantic relationships. 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.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On June 21, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience for our virtual slam. The theme for our June story slam was FATHER KNOWS BEST. We heard stories about lessons learned, thoughtful kindness bestowed, and generational differences. In the end, our winner was first-time storyteller Ryan Roe, with his story about playing in the elementary school band with his dad. Ryan earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Next up we have Tony Crocamo, with the story of the first time he shaved. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes another first-time storyteller, Emily Golihew, who shared her story of her relationship with her father. All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return in November to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York. Updates on our upcoming events and tickets for purchase 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.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On April 19, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience for our virtual slam. The theme for our April story slam was COURAGE. We heard stories about facing and overcoming fear, learning about courage by observing others, and conscientious objection. In the end, our winner was first-time storyteller John Joyce, with his story about a childhood skirmish. John earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November. Next up we have Melissa Snavely, with her story of what she learned about courage from the Wizard of Oz and her mother. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from David MacVeigh, who told a story about the time a friend saved his life, and the sense of obligation it left him with. All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return in November to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York. Updates on our upcoming events and tickets for purchase 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.