7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato

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What's 7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato about?

Award-winning storyteller Aaron Calafato uses 7-minute story vignettes to share his memories, explore his psyche and attempt to make sense of the world.

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7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato episodes:

04.25.2024
S4 E32: The Elderly Woman at Church
This week, Aaron explores his childhood church aversion and a transformative friendship that taught him the power of understanding. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We’re creating...
04.18.2024
S4 E31: Tell Me About Our Lives!
In a pivotal moment, with agents and talent scouts watching, Aaron's mind suddenly goes blank during one of the most crucial performances of his life. Will he manage to recover? What unexpected lesson will he learn along the way? Story created...
04.14.2024
She doesn't feel TIME! (Cori Interrogates Aaron)
Join Aaron and Cori in the latest 7MS Monthly episode, where they unravel the mysteries of time (or lack thereof) and dive into the unexpected twists of a piece of candy, an old friend, and a life-saving event. • We’re creating...
04.11.2024
S4 E30: Total Eclipse of the Heart
In these 7 minutes, the surreal experience of witnessing a total eclipse brings Aaron some unexpected clarity. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We’re creating free bonus...
04.04.2024
S4 E29: The Interview (Bonus Ending!)
In 2009, things were at an all-time low. Then, Aaron got an interview... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We’re creating free bonus 7MS-themed content delivered to...
03.28.2024
S4 E28: Japanese Candy
Join Aaron as he unravels a tale where a simple piece of candy, the fate of a childhood friend, and a life-saving event take an unexpected turn. *Today's story features guest art by Jade Kruyne & Gage Spehar Jade’s illustration is featured...
03.21.2024
S4 E27: Where Did Everybody Go?
This Spring, Aaron's mood is unusually low. Yet, a surprising confession reveals it's not for the reason he initially thought. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We’re...
03.14.2024
S4 E26: The Good Samaritan
Aaron must decide if picking up a peculiar hitchhiker is worth the risk. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We’re creating free bonus 7MS-themed content delivered to...
03.07.2024
S4 E25: The Knowing
In this episode, Aaron faces a pivotal moment as he contemplates acting on a "gut feeling" that could impact the rest of his life. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music:...
03.05.2024
Cori Interrogates Aaron (February 7MS Recap)
Welcome to the inaugural episode of our new monthly series on 7MS, where the dynamic duo of Aaron and Cori, a husband and wife team, take you on a journey through the past month's 7 Minute Stories. They'll dive into...
02.29.2024
S4 E24: Down the Road from Grama's House
A visit to Grama's house turns into an unexpected life lesson Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • Hear more of Aaron on The Lonely Office Podcast by...
02.22.2024
S4 E23: What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?
In this episode, Aaron navigates three early love tragedies and contemplates giving up on love. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you!...
02.15.2024
S4 E22: The Golden Goose
Will Aaron be a hero or a heel on Valentine's Day? His fate hinges on a very special goose. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want...
02.08.2024
S4 E21: Hunger Games (School Lunch Edition)
Long days and empty plates. Join Aaron for his 6th grade edition of hunger games. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you!...
02.01.2024
S4 E20: The MRI
This week, find out what happens when Aaron gets an MRI of his brain... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you! Drop...
01.25.2024
S4 E19: The Blue Rock and the Time Machine
Aaron embarks on a time-travel journey to revisit a cherished moment from his youth. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you! Drop...
01.18.2024
S4 E18: Got a Smoke?
Aaron's first puff of a cigarette has some unexpected consequences... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you! Drop us a line and...
01.11.2024
S4 E17: The Riddler (7MS Listener Request)
A cryptic text from a delivery driver (The Riddler) ignites a mystery and turns Aaron & Cori’s evening upside down. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We...
12.28.2023
S4 E16: The Brick Walkway (7MS Listener Pick)
In these 7 Minutes, Aaron tries to piece together memories of his late grandfather. Plus, a listener shoutout! • We want to hear from you! Drop us a line and tell us about your favorite episode or how it reminded you of...
12.24.2023
S4 E15: A Response to Virginia O'Hanlon
It’s Christmas Eve! Perfect timing for this special episode. In these 7 Minutes, Aaron reads an emotional adaptation of the most famous English-language editorial ever written titled: Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus by Francis P. Church. Church’s editorial...
12.21.2023
S4 E14: The Man and the Birds
Enjoy this 7MS Holiday tradition as Aaron retells a mysterious story. PLUS a listener shoutout! *The origin and author of The Man and the Birds Christmas Story is unknown. According to Radio legend Paul Harvey, who retold this parable every Christmas for...
12.14.2023
S4 E13: Be Sure to Drink Your Ovaltine!
The story behind 'A Christmas Story' and how it all connects to Aaron's very own 'Little Orphan Annie' decoder pin. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We...
12.07.2023
S4 E12: George Bailey Syndrome
How do you respond when something pulls you back to the hometown you always wanted to leave? Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear...
11.30.2023
S4 E11: I Hope AI Takes Over
In these 7 Minutes, Aaron gets fed up with customer service and makes a wish he regrets. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
11.23.2023
S4 E10: The Thanksgiving Christmas Tree
Is there a way to stop time and make the Christmas season last longer? In this 7 Minutes, Aaron shares a controversial remedy. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas...
11.16.2023
S4 E9: Henry Winkler's Reminder
Why did a mysterious photo of Henry Winkler inspire Aaron to reconnect with his talented thespian cousin? Find out this week on a new 7 Minute Stories! Special thanks to Joe Grifasi for his mentorship early in my artistic career! Find out...
11.09.2023
S4 E8: The Work Fight
Aaron's career hangs in the balance when things escalate quickly at work. When you buy 7MS Merch, you're gifting a story to someone else: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merch Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas...
10.31.2023
S4 E7: A Halloween Story
Aaron was always skeptical of ghosts, but living in this house made him question everything. Happy Halloween! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
10.26.2023
S4 E6: Do you Smell that?
Aaron invites the 7MS listeners on a journey to help him regain his sense of smell. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
10.19.2023
S4 E5: Warp!
What happens when a young Aaron engages in a galactic battle between good, evil, dream, and reality? The outcome could hold the fate of the entire world in the balance… *This story features a special guest illustration by Abby Wolkins Learn more...
10.12.2023
S4 E4: How Super Kmart Became a Seagull Zoo
As plans for a new store to replace the old Super Kmart loom, Aaron reflects on cherished memories and ponders the fate of the "Seagull Zoo." Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete...
10.05.2023
S4 E3: Graham's House
Join Aaron as he unravels the story of a mysterious man named Graham and a notorious house with a dark history. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
09.28.2023
S4 E2: The Secret Channel
At 15 years old, Aaron discovers a secret channel while using the 'tuner' to sharpen the image on his family's Hitachi television. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j....
09.21.2023
S4 E1: For Profit: An Origin Story
For half a decade, Aaron embarked on a nationwide tour, performing a personal monologue titled "For Profit." It delved into the pressing issue of the American student debt crisis. In our 7MS Season 4 Premiere, Aaron share’s pivotal origin story...
07.06.2023
S3 E40: Last Episode of Season 3
Aaron brings Season 3 to a close and addresses several questions, including if there will there be a Season 4 of 7MS... Subscribe to Aaron's NEW YouTube show - Breaking it Down: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingitdowntv
06.15.2023
S3 E39: The Four Seasons: Summer
In this final installment of a four-part series, Aaron creates a Rockwellian guide for you to enjoy the changing of each season. This episode: Summer! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete...
06.08.2023
S3 E38: The Quest for the Turkey Sandwich
Aaron's pilgrimage for a turkey sandwich takes an unexpected turn… Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
06.01.2023
S3 E37: The 40-Year Train Ride
Join Aaron as he turns 40 and ponders the ever-present allure of a familiar melody of a distant train. Is this merely a comforting sound or a bridge to a realm beyond Aaron's understanding?
05.25.2023
S3 E36: The YouTube Expert
Aaron signs up for a 30-day YouTube course from a prominent influencer and gets A LOT more than he bargained for... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
05.18.2023
S3 E35: The Letter
In this 7 Minutes, Aaron tells a story about summer love and a letter he never wrote. *This episode features a guest musical appearance by Jeff and his Army of No One. Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3XacDmENByqEkQHuZyzkv1?autoplay=true Story created & performed...
05.11.2023
S3 E34: The Front Door Incident
One moment it was a beautiful Fall day, the next, my two-year-old daughter was trapped inside our house. It was a day that would defy logic and define me as a father… Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer:...
05.04.2023
S3 E33: ChatGPT, Tell Me a Story...
In these 7 Minutes, Aaron confronts his fear of being replaced by artificial intelligence. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
04.27.2023
S3 E32: The Four Seasons: Spring
In this third installment of a four-part series: Aaron shares a Rockwellian guide for you to enjoy the changing of each season. This episode: Spring! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original...
04.20.2023
S3 E31: The Door Test
What if you had access to a test that could guarantee a happy ending to your love story? Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
04.13.2023
S3 E30: The TikTok Scam
In this 7 Minutes, Aaron goes live on TikTok and gets caught in an extremely awkward situation in front of thousands of viewers. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas...
04.06.2023
S3 E29: Frozen Yogurt Love Story
Cori and Aaron tied the knot on April 1, 2023. In this 7 minutes, find out how their love story began with a quest for frozen yogurt. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art:...
03.30.2023
S3 E28: The Frog
An innocent frog's fate sets Aaron on a path of redemption. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
03.23.2023
S3 E27: In the beginning...
Join us as we travel back in time back to when this podcast started. Enjoy, "The Cruise" - the very first episode of the 7 Minute Stories series. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals:...
03.16.2023
S3 E26: Guitar Hero
Something unexpected happens when my daughter asks me to compete in the "air guitar" competition at the father-daughter dance... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke
03.09.2023
S3 E25: The Four Seasons: Winter
In this second installment of a four-part series: Aaron shares a Rockwellian guide for you to enjoy the changing of each season. This episode: Winter! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original...

What's 7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato about?

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7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato episodes:

S4 E32: The Elderly Woman at Church

S4 E31: Tell Me About Our Lives!

She doesn't feel TIME! (Cori Interrogates Aaron)

S4 E30: Total Eclipse of the Heart

S4 E29: The Interview (Bonus Ending!)

S4 E28: Japanese Candy

S4 E27: Where Did Everybody Go?

S4 E26: The Good Samaritan

S4 E25: The Knowing

Cori Interrogates Aaron (February 7MS Recap)

S4 E24: Down the Road from Grama's House

S4 E23: What Becomes of the Brokenhearted?

S4 E22: The Golden Goose

S4 E21: Hunger Games (School Lunch Edition)

S4 E20: The MRI

S4 E19: The Blue Rock and the Time Machine

S4 E18: Got a Smoke?

S4 E17: The Riddler (7MS Listener Request)

S4 E16: The Brick Walkway (7MS Listener Pick)

S4 E15: A Response to Virginia O'Hanlon

S4 E14: The Man and the Birds

S4 E13: Be Sure to Drink Your Ovaltine!

S4 E12: George Bailey Syndrome

S4 E11: I Hope AI Takes Over

S4 E10: The Thanksgiving Christmas Tree

S4 E9: Henry Winkler's Reminder

S4 E8: The Work Fight

S4 E7: A Halloween Story

S4 E6: Do you Smell that?

S4 E5: Warp!

S4 E4: How Super Kmart Became a Seagull Zoo

S4 E3: Graham's House

S4 E2: The Secret Channel

S4 E1: For Profit: An Origin Story

S3 E40: Last Episode of Season 3

S3 E39: The Four Seasons: Summer

S3 E38: The Quest for the Turkey Sandwich

S3 E37: The 40-Year Train Ride

S3 E36: The YouTube Expert

S3 E35: The Letter

S3 E34: The Front Door Incident

S3 E33: ChatGPT, Tell Me a Story...

S3 E32: The Four Seasons: Spring

S3 E31: The Door Test

S3 E30: The TikTok Scam

S3 E29: Frozen Yogurt Love Story

S3 E28: The Frog

S3 E27: In the beginning...

S3 E26: Guitar Hero

S3 E25: The Four Seasons: Winter