500 Ironic Stories

A woman claims she’s a perfect job interviewer and gets an offer every time. She has a few secret weapons besides her confidence. Short story with text and audio.

After parents meet with a junior high principal, he tries to give the school’s office manager a psychology lesson in everyday imposter syndrome. Short story with text and audio.

A French and English speaker attempt communication using Google translate. Meanings for common phrases are lost but a friendship is found in translation. Short story with text and audio.

A traveler panics when his real phone is swapped with a fake phone. During digital isolation, he discovers greater appreciation for his girlfriend. Short story with text and audio.

A modern giant miraculously wakes knowing how to play one song. Will he be satisfied or raise the piano bar with something harder? Short story with text and audio.

A small town hopes for a record for the world’s longest traffic light. Will the light, which has been broken for years, cooperate? Short story with text and audio.

A TV broadcast glitch allows a man to win football bets with his brother-in-law but how far will he push his cheat streak? Short story with text and audio.

After attacking what she thinks is her cheating boyfriend’s parked car, a young woman unexpectedly finds love and a great meeting story. Short story with text and audio.

A first-time Palm Springs visitor expects to see a city reminiscent of Hollywood’s golden age before uncovering the hidden side of Palm Springs. Short story with text and audio.

After discovering he gets special privileges by regularly claiming it’s his birthday, a boy finds a reason to hide on his actual birthday. Short story with text and audio.