A run-in with MC Hammer, leads Paul to share the tale of how his crappy first job taught him two important lessons - How to "Go with the flow," and that the only future job he wanted was being an NBA basketball player.

First Date (and the MC Hammer Fist Bump)

Paul Shirley traveled the world chasing a basketball career that landed him on 17 different teams scattered across the globe. He played in Spain. He played in Greece. He played in Russia. And he played in the NBA. But Paul isn't just a basketball player; he's also a kid from a small town in Kansas--a kid searching for love just like the rest of us. In Stories I Tell On Dates, Paul tells the stories he tells his dates: vulnerable stories about middle school dances, stories about Sex Ed, and stories about having his heart (and spleen) broken.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

On a road trip to Yosemite, Paul shares a tale about his first trip California - and how it was almost derailed by a stomach bug and the realization that everyone he knew was eventually going to die.

Disneyland (and Death)

Paul's in love (real love) and shares the story about the time he almost died while playing for the Chicago Bulls.

Ruptured Kidney, Ruptured Spleen (Ruptured NBA Career)

After being told by legendary coach, Roy Williams, he would never play basketball in the Big 12 Conference, Paul gets his shot at redemption.

You Can Take the Boy Out of Kansas (but He'll Come Back to Haunt You)

Before basketball Paul was spending his time competing in Spelling Bees. One particular contest results in the first and only punch Paul has ever thrown. (Sponsor: Go now to StitchFix.com/DATES to get an extra 25% off when you keep all items in your box!)

When You Care Enough (to Punch Someone in the Face)

Paul's mind is blown when he encounters his first ever crush. With the help of masterful advice from his dad, Paul is determined to make a move at the middle school dance. Will Paul succeed? There's only one way to find out. (Sponsor: Go now to StitchFix.com/DATES to get an extra 25% off when you keep all items in your box!)

First Date (and the MC Hammer Fist Bump)

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