A few weeks ago, I had a stellar storytelling weekend. I debuted a brand-new story on Saturday, got great feedback, and then performed it again at the open mic show I host—Storytelling Sundays at The Westport Library.

In this episode, I’m walking you through my full process from idea spark to stage-ready performance, how my prep style has (thankfully) evolved over the years, and what makes live storytelling so magical for me. I also share what I’m working on next, including dipping my toes into folktales!

🎤 Plus: I’m on a mission to become a better MC, and I share the behind-the-scenes nerves of running a storytelling show.

📅 Next show: July 13 at The Westport Library (curated lineup—don’t miss it!)

🎙️ Hit play to hear how I create, practice, and perform personal stories—and why I keep coming back to the mic.

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