7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato

At just five years old, Aaron Calafato learned an unforgettable lesson about life from a spider, his mom, and the story of Charlotte’s Web. In this episode, he shares how that moment shaped his philosophy on kindness and the legacy he’s trying to pass on to his kids.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

Aaron revisits a powerful story of resilience as Juan Caminero shares his journey from an initial misdiagnosis to facing a life-altering diagnosis. Juan’s story takes us through the pain, uncertainty, and courage it took to confront his greatest fears. Join us for this compelling episode about strength and the quiet grace that emerges when life takes unexpected turns.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

This special 7MS Cinema edition revisits Aaron's unforgettable story of Coach T, a figure from his past whose influence—part mentor, part antagonist—paralleled the iconic rivalry between Coach Bombay & Coach Riley from The Mighty Ducks.

Sound collaboration with Isaac Gehring

Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

In this episode, Aaron dives into the age-old debate: when is it really okay to start celebrating Christmas? For some, November 1st signals the holiday season’s arrival, while others feel Thanksgiving deserves its own time to shine. Aaron shares a story that might just challenge listeners' holiday traditions—lines may be drawn, but it’s all in good spirit!

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

In this special episode of 7 Minute Stories Sunday Leftovers, Thomas Ian Nicholas—star of Rookie of the Year and the American Pie movies—joins us to share his journey from iconic 90s films to a thriving music career. From memorable scenes with Mickey Rourke to his latest album and 115-show tour, Thomas dives into the highs and challenges of balancing film and music. 

Special Guest: Thomas Nicholas

See Thomas Nicholas Band Live 11.7.24 @ House of Blues Cleveland

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

In this episode, Aaron recalls the Halloween his fifth-grade classroom transformed into a haunted house nightmare. What began as a fun escape became a journey through fear, as he found himself trapped in darkness, facing more than just jump scares.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

Get a taste of the stories behind the 7 Minute Stories with Sunday Leftovers—special episodes, untold tales, and the behind-the-scenes moments that bring Aaron's storytelling to life!

This week: At a father-daughter dance, Aaron faces off in an unforgettable air guitar competition set to Stairway to Heaven, channeling rock legends to create a moment his daughter—and the crowd—will never forget.

Sound collaboration with Isaac Gehring

Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt

Additional vocals: Cori Birce 

Art: Pete Whitehead 

Original Music: thomas j. duke 

In this episode, Aaron takes an unexpected turn, exploring the strange connection between Seagulls and Super Kmart parking lots. Dive into a story that blends nostalgia and the mysteries of Medina, Ohio.

Follow Aaron on Threads

Aaron and his wife, Cori, stood under the midnight sky when they witnessed something unforgettable. Was it a UFO? A rogue meteor? Or something even stranger? In this episode, Aaron unravels the mystery of that night, diving into the possibility of life beyond Earth, blending cosmic curiosity with a deep pursuit of truth.

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Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato

Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt 

Additional vocals: Cori Calafato

Art: Pete Whitehead

Original Music: thomas j. duke

Recorded live at Keller Cafe in Medina, Ohio, this episode of 7 Minute Stories dives into the nostalgic world of mispronunciations. Join Aaron and Cori Calafato as they share humorous stories about IKEA and Tupperware & the common (and often hilarious) ways they've both mispronounced things wrong their entire life.

Original Intro & Outro Music by: autopolitan

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