A performer at one of Barry Manilow’s birthday parties, John Flynn, recounts two stories of plans going sideways.

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S02 Episode 14: Barry Manilow’s Birthday

A writer and comedian, Alison Wong, shares stories of situations in her life that started to look like real problems.  She’s formerly one of the most entertaining waitresses you could find in all NYC and now writes for BuzzFeed and Maude Night at UCB in LA.

S02 Episode 13: This is Not a Problem

Lamar Woods, a writer and performer from Atlanta, shares stories about anger and breaks down bullying dynamics within friendships. You can see Lamar as an animated character on Disney’s “Big City Greens,” watch his most recent film “It’s a Party“ on iTunes this fall, and check out his team White Women at UCB each month. Lamar … Continue reading S02 Episode 12: Dismissed

S02 Episode 12: Dismissed

A writer reveals his past compulsions and explores the aftermath of succumbing to urges. This episode contains graphic language, includes descriptions of sexual behavior, and all of the names involved have been changed.

S02 Episode 11: Scratching an Itch

Brenna Kouf, a sharp-witted television writer, tells the story of one of the worst dates imaginable, retraces mistakes made at an important charity event, and reflects about the benefits of getting sober.

S02 Episode 10: Escape

A Moth StorySLAM winner and all-around hilarious storyteller, Buck Ball, shares a tale about growing up in the South and navigating pressures in a new relationship. More of Buck’s work can be found at buckball.org.

S02 Episode 09: Toe the Line

A Moth GrandSLAM winner, Brandon Burkhart, shares two stories about panic in Los Angeles.

S02 Episode 08: Screaming and Running

A writer, Danielle Sepulveres, shares stories about how she navigated challenging times during elementary, middle, and high school. Allie offers a shameful story of her own and the two discuss guilt, pride, and getting away with things. Danielle is on Twitter @ellesep. Her books are available on Amazon and more of her work can be … Continue reading S02 Episode 07: Lies!

S02 Episode 07: Lies!

Kat Bawden, a bubbly and savvy international photographer, recounts the fallout of a time she did not (and a time she could not) communicate directly.

S02 Episode 06: Just Deal With It

A playwright, Robert Patrick, shares cringeworthy stories of his time in theatre, including moments of passion, regret, and persistence.

S02 Episode 05: Behind Closed Doors

A former forced laborer reflects on the most fearful moments of his life. This interview was recorded at Fred Haring’s farmhouse in Northern Minnesota. Fred immigrated to the United States to continue his education and ultimately taught mathematics at NDSU. He speaks German, Native Indonesian, Dutch and English. When he was a prisoner of war, Fred worked at … Continue reading S02 Episode 04: In Love & War

S02 Episode 04: In Love & War

Dann Freeman, an author, shares his struggles to confront his boss and a love interest.

S02 Episode 03: Face Off

Allie announces changes to the show’s second season.

S02 Update

A woman tells stories about how her frugal tendencies have gotten her into extremely uncomfortable situations. As someone who professionally performs cost-benefit analyses, she applies the strategy to her personal life to disastrous result. This interview was recorded in Portland, Oregon.

S02 Episode 02: The Economist

An award winning storyteller, Michael Kass, describes one of his most vulnerable moments and Allie chimes in with one of her own.

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