York Story Slam

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

Our theme for the evening was GOOSEBUMPS. We heard stories about haunted houses, ghosts, and a psychotic cat who looked like Norman Bates.

The evening resulted in a tie between Michael Sirianni and Rita Whitney, both of whom earned spots in our Grand Slam in November.

Michael shared his story about a former bandmate with whom he lost touch.

Next up is our second winner, Rita Whitney. Rita told a story about a night she spent completely terrified in San Diego.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Chris Smith. Chris recounted strange goings-on from the house where he lived while he was in college in 1969.

Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On September 15, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience.

Our winning story this month came from Par Bowman, who told us about the time she channeled Eliza Doolittle of My Fair Lady, and entered a beauty pageant. Par earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November!

Next up is a story from Randy Schulz, who told his story of Gloria, the vehicle that carried him and his friends from Illinois to Florida in the 1970s.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Jamie Beth Cohen. Jamie Beth shared her story of high school prom, and the distance we have yet to go in creating inclusive communities.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.

Updates on our events are available on our website and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On August 18th , eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience.  Our theme for the evening was BAD IDEA. We heard stories about defying death, encounters with law enforcement and wild animals, getting tattoos in questionable environments, and even one story about a guinea pig riding the family dog like a horse.

In the end, our winner was reigning Grand Slam champion, Mina Edmondson, who told us about the time she took her four children on a spaceship to the moon.

Mina earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November to defend her title!

Next up is a story from Par Bowman, who told one of the cautionary tales she shares with her children — about how she got her second tattoo

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Paul Armstrong. Paul shared the real story behind his mother's account of the time he and his brother took their Christmas wagon out for a spin.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.

Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On July 21st, our theme for the evening was ROAD TRIP. We heard stories about teenage shenanigans, traveling in beat-up clunker automobiles, and sidekicks with names like Fry, Fish, and Foot. 

In the end, we had a tie! Our first winning storyteller was Steph Holmes, who shared the story of a trip that helped her find her passion and path in life.  Steph earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November!

Our second winner for the evening was Jamie Beth Cohen, who shared her story of the time she and her brother were in danger on a road trip.  Jamie Beth also earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November! 

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Paul Armstrong. Paul remembered his own coming-of-age story from his senior year of high school.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.

Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.  On June 16th, eight storytellers from York, Lancaster County, Philadelphia, Virginia, and Denver shared their stories with our audience.

In the end, Brad Jennings won with his story about anxiety over finding enough space in the overhead compartment on an airplane.

Brad earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November, a familiar space for him, as Brad was our very first Grand Slam champ back in 2016 and has emceed the Grand Slam every year since.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Keith Bailey. Keith shared his story with a bit of a twist:  How HIS driving is a pet peeve for others.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.  Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel. 

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening!

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On May 19, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience for our second virtual slam. Our theme for the evening was GROWING PAINS. We heard stories about the trials and tribulations of growing up, and about learning moments inside and outside of school.

In the end, first-time storyteller Rachel Palepale won with her story about lessons she took away from an abusive relationship.

Rachel earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November.

Next up is a story from Mina Edmondson, who shared a moving story about what happened on the day she wore her Easter outfit to school. 

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from David Smith. David shared his story of a time he was distracted in algebra class in seventh grade.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.

Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on twitter, Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible. We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening. 

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On April 21st, eight storytellers shared their stories with our audience through our first ever virtual slam! Our theme for the evening was MAN vs BEAST. We heard stories about encounters with wild animals, stories about family pets, and one story about facing fear - the beast within.

In the end, Jason Sabol won with his story about his childhood pet, and his last days with Jason’s family.  Jason earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November.  Congratulations, Jason!

Next up is a story from Jeanie Parker, who shared why she was afraid of being eaten alive by a bear on family vacations in the Poconos. 

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Eileen Joyce. Eileen shared her story of preparing her cat for a cross-country flight.

Updates on our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Twitter , Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Big thanks to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible and keeping ticket prices low.

We hope to see you virtually or on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.  On February 19th, eleven storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York.

Our theme for the evening was SECOND CHANCES. We heard stories about second chances at life and love,

In the end, Phil Broder won with his story of a college English assignment that led to a big opportunity to shine.

Next up is a story from Anne Ladof, who shared about finding ways to incorporate movement into her life as a young girl and an adult.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Ty Lohr. Ty shared his story of the day he met his best friend. 

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York!

Tickets for our events are available on our website, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. Please follow us on twitter and Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

A big thank-you to our 2020 sponsor, KBG Injury Law, whose generous support is making this season possible.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On January 21st, eleven storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York.

Our theme for the evening was BEST DAY EVER, and we had a packed house! We heard stories about childhood wonder, the true spirit of holidays spent with family, and overcoming and letting go.  In the end, we had a tie! One of our winners was Corey Wolfe, with the story of his participation in a fundraising gala he desperately wanted to attend.

Next up is our second winner, Kat Knapp, who shared about a turning point in her relationship with her family. 

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Tom Shelley. Tom shared his story about a time his students' actions surprised him.

All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York!

Tickets for our events are available on our website, and while you’re there you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania.

On November 19th, the ten winners from our monthly open mic story slams returned to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York. 

The theme for the evening was NO REGRETS. We heard stories of loved ones lost and found, and the fear and exhilaration of taking a step forward even in uncertainty.

Mina Edmondson won with her story of mischief that she and her siblings got into as children.  Mina took home the trophy and bragging rights as the Best Storyteller in York.

Next up we have a story from Matt McDunnell, who talked about making difficult decisions in the best interest of  loved ones.

Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Ash DeVoe. Ash told the story of her first day on the job at  the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.

We'd like to extend huge thanks to KBG Injury Law for sponsoring this year's Grand Slam.

Stay tuned in December as we announce the themes for our 2020 season on our website. Tickets for our events are available there, too, and while you’re there, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter. You can also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and watch videos of all the stories from our events on our YouTube channel.

We hope to see you on stage soon! Thanks for listening.