Humans can be complex creatures. Sometimes we end up making a mountain out of a molehill. One example is the Rube Goldberg machine which is made of a plethora of intricate moving parts that end in a simple outcome like cracking an egg or turning a page. Another example is going through a countless amount of bizarre experiences just to learn how to make one's skin crawl. Or being cold and hungry enough to nibble on your own body. Whatever the simple situation may be, the characters in these tales decide to respond in the most complicated of ways. Stories included in this episode:

The Ojai Mountain Lion by Bil Lepp (2:11)

When Bil goes on a hike by himself some unexpected events occur, particularly involving the salvation of a mountain lion. Bil Lepp has written several award winning children's books, his first being "The King of Little Things". Learn more about Bil Lepp by visiting www.leppstorytelling.com

The Skeleton Woman by Glenda Bonin (12:54)

One woman's drastic response to cold and hunger. Glenda Bonin is currently focusing on storytelling geared towards older adults in order to foster memory recall. Learn more about Glenda Bonin by visiting www.storyworksgroup.com

Getting the Creeps by Tim Lowry (26:13)

A young man goes through a series of strange events hoping to finally learn what it means to "get the creeps". Tim Lowry won the 2014 Southern Hospitality Recognition of Excellence from the Convention South Media Group. Learn more about Tim Lowry by visiting www.storytellertimlowry.com

Why I Bought a Sailboat by Bill Harley (39:50)

According to Bill, only people who've lost touch with reality own a sailboat. He recalls experiences he has had that led him to buying a sailboat. Learn more about Bill Harley and his recently released first folk album, Coyote, by visiting www.billharley.com