Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!

The theme for the 2021 Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam was ‘Picture Perfect.’  All of our monthly winners from the regular season returned to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in Lancaster. We heard stories about taking pictures, learning about a photo editor’s vision for photos, and discovering some pictures from the past.

In the end Jamie Beth Cohen was named our 2021 Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam winner with her story about one of her father’s pictures. Congratulations to Jamie Beth! 

The next story on this podcast comes from Mark Lentz and the picture perfect life his mom painted for him.  

Our final storyteller from our 2021 Grand Slam is Steve McLean.  Steve earned bragging rights as our 2020 Best Storyteller in Lancaster and shared this story about a trip to Maine. 

And that’s it for our Grand Slam podcast. Stay tuned to our website for details about our 2022 season. There are a few changes on the horizon. Thank you for your continued support of live storytelling and thanks for listening.

Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!

In October the theme for Lancaster Story Slam was ‘Close Encounters.’ We heard stories about close encounters while camping, while traveling and while naked.

In the end we had three winners on the night!  Congratulations to Hunter Olstein, Beth Horenkamp and Eileen Joyce who all earned spots in our Grand Slam in December! 

First up, let’s hear a story from Hunter Olstein who told us about a close encounter he had while traveling.  

Now let’s hear Beth Horenkamp and her close encounters story. 

Our final storyteller from October is Eileen Joyce who shared a funny story about a close encounter she had while traveling. 

This was our last regular story slam of 2021. As you know we bring back all the monthly winners from January to October to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in Lancaster at our annual Grand Slam!  This year’s Grand Slam theme is Picture Perfect. Stay tuned to our website for details about our December 7th Grand Slam.  

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!

In September we celebrated two themes for Lancaster Story Slam.  On this podcast you’ll hear stories on the themes “Everything I Learned” and “Summer Camp," and we’re going to treat you to four stories on this podcast.

We had two winners this month!  Congratulations to both Jack Horenkamp and Mark Lentz.

First up, let’s hear a story from Jack who told us about an eventful summer camp trip he took with some friends.  

Next up let's hear Mark’s “Everything I Learned” story. 

Both Mark and Jack won a prized pint glass and earned spots in the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place on December 7. Congratulations!

Our third story is from Alex King. Alex told us about a summer camp he visited with his son. 

Our final storyteller from the September story slam is Tony Crocamo who shared some things he’s learned after 50 years of marriage.

And that’s it for our September podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live event! That’s right our October Lancaster Story Slam will be IN PERSON at Zoetropolis on October 26th.  Sign up for our monthly newsletter, read our blog and follow us on social media for more details! 

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our theme for June’s Lancaster Story Slam was “Without a Doubt!”

The winner for June’s Story Slam was Jamie Beth Cohen with her story of the difference a year can make.

Jamie Beth’s story won her the prized pint glass and earned her a spot in the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place in November. Congratulations, Jamie Beth!

Next up is Mark Lentz with his story about realizing that rehab was without a doubt where he needed to be.

Our final storyteller is David Iglesias. David Iglesias told the story of his travels throughout Europe.

Our gratitude to LancLiving Realty for their sponsorship of our 2021 season!

If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live Zoom events! Our July Story Slam is themed “Summer Camp” and will be held at 7 pm on July 27th. Visit our website for more details.

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our theme for May’s Lancaster Story Slam was “Home Run!”

Our winner this month was Steve McLean with his story of his college music professor, Dr. Shirley Munger, and the lessons she taught him.

Steve’s story won him the prized pint glass and earned her a spot in the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place in November. Congratulations, Steve!

Next up is Lauren Henry with her story about spending time with her father and their tradition of birthday baseball. 

Our final storyteller is Randall Arthur. Randall told the story of a little league coach who failed to make sure he was understood, but certainly left an impression.

Big thanks to LancLiving Realty, our 2021 sponsor!

And that’s it for our May “Home Run” podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live Zoom events! Our June Story Slam is themed “Without a Doubt” and will be held at 7 pm on June 22nd.  Visit our website to learn more and register!  Thanks for listening!

Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our theme for April’s Lancaster Story Slam was “Lights Out!"

Our winner for April was Swapna Deshpande with her story about the simple childhood pleasure of ice cubes.

Next up is Mark Lentz with his story about the time his face had an impromptu meeting with a tree.

Our final storyteller is Jonathan Lopes.  Jonathan told the story of his trip to Florida to see Wrestle Mania live for the first time.

Our gratitude to LancLiving Realty for their generous sponsorship of our 2021 season. LancLiving is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the third year in a row.  LancLiving, it's where you belong.

And that’s it for our April “Lights Out” podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live Zoom events! Our May Story Slam is themed “Home Run” and will be held at 7 pm on May 25th. Visit our website to register!

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our theme for March’s Lancaster Story Slam was “Next Time.”

Our winner for March was Steph Holmes with her story about her relationship with an elderly dementia patient. 

Next up is Mark Lentz with his story about going fishing with his college wrestling coach.

Our final story is from Malinda Harnish Clatterbuck.  Malinda shared her story of upping her running game during the pandemic.

Our gratitude to LancLiving Realty.  LancLiving is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the third year in a row.

If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live Zoom events! Our April Story Slam is themed “Lights Out” and will be held at 7 pm on April 27th. 

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our theme for February’s Story Slam was “Oil & Water.”

Our winner was David Smith with his story about his college roommate, Chris, and his nighttime escapades. 

David’s story won him the prized pint glass and earned him a spot in the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place in November. Congratulations, David!

Next up is Lauren Henry with her story of the changes that occurred for her in 1974. 

Our final storyteller is Steve McLean. Steve shared a story about his venture into the tourism industry in Philadelphia. 

Our gratitude to LancLiving Realty, our 2021 sponsor. LancLiving is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the third year in a row. 

If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live Zoom events! Our March Story Slam is themed “Next Time” and will be held at 7 pm on March 23rd. 

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! 

We kicked off our 7th season of Lancaster Story Slam with the theme “Overdue.” 

Our winner for January’s Lancaster Story Slam was Doc Yoder with his story about his long-overdue acknowledgment of a beloved teacher. Doc’s story won him the prized pint glass and earned him a spot in the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place in November. Congratulations, Doc!

Next up is Sitawa Wafula with her story of an overdue release of thoughts and the realization that everyone has their own journey to take.

Our final storyteller is Sarah Steinhauer. Sarah shared her experience of being a teacher and why she decided to retire.

Our February Story Slam is themed “Oil & Water” and will be held at 7pm on February 23rd.  Visit our website for registration details.

Our thanks to LancLiving Realty, for making our 2021 season possible.

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Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!

November was the culminating event of our 6th season, the Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam! Our theme for this year’s Grand Slam was “Silver Linings.” We heard ten stories from our previous months’ winners.

Our winner for the 2020 Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam was Steve McLean. Steve shared how he has come to realize that silver linings are all about perspective. 

Steve’s story earned him a trophy and the distinction of being Lancaster’s Best Storyteller of 2020! 

Next up is Mark Lentz with his story about his dog, Bentley.

Our final storyteller is Jamie Beth Cohen with her story of participating in a “pie-off.”

Our gratitude to LancLiving Realty, our 2020 sponsor. LancLiving Realty is a local real estate and property management firm based in downtown Lancaster, serving communities throughout Lancaster County, and focused on providing clients with ethical and knowledgeable service. Whether you are buying or selling, LancLiving agents focus on getting the best deal for you, the client. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.

And that’s it for the 2020 Story Slam Grand Slam episode of our podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Watch the Lancaster Story Slam website for announcements of our 2021 Story Slam Season.

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