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A monthly podcast featuring three stories chosen from live Story Slams in Lancaster, PA. Learn more at LancasterStorySlam.com.
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Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
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.
Thanks for listening.
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
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.
Thanks for listening!
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our October Story Slam theme was “Unmasked.” We heard seven stories from our wonderful storytellers.
Our winner by audience vote for October’s Lancaster Story Slam was Doc Yoder with his story about performing as “Yodey the Clown.”
Doc’s story won him the prized pint glass and earned him the final spot in the 2020 Lancaster Story Slam Grand Slam which will take place on November 24th. Congratulations, Doc!
Next up is PK Hill with her story of being “unmasked” by a student who recognized her calming touch.
Our final storyteller is Gina Melasecca who shared a story about a classified ad gone wrong.
Now a word from 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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our November Grand Slam story slam is themed “Silver Linings” and will be held at 7 pm on November 24th. Watch the Lancaster Story Slam Facebook page for event registration.
Thanks for listening!
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!
Our September Story Slam theme was “All Grown Up.” We heard seven stories from our wonderful storytellers!
Our winner by audience vote was Mark Lentz with his tale about finally passing his organic chemistry classes. Mark’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, Mark!
Next up is Alex King with his story of getting his butt kicked trying to herd reindeer in Russia.
Our final storyteller is Tony Crocamo who shared a story about revisiting the music of his teenage years.
And that’s it for our September “All Grown Up” podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our October Story Slam is themed “Unmasked” and will be held at 7 pm on October 27th. Watch the Lancaster Story Slam Facebook page for event registration.
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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
Thanks for listening.
Saturday Sep 05, 2020
Saturday Sep 05, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!
Our Story Slam theme in August was “Firsts.” We heard eight stories from our wonderful storytellers.
Our winner by audience vote for was Randy Shultz with his tale of trouble with a sheepish grin.
Randy’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, Randy!
Next up is Paul Armstrong with his story about the first time he realized that his way of seeing things wasn’t the only way to see things.
Our final storyteller is Luanne Sims who in addition to being our emcee for the evening, shared about her first experience telling a story at a story slam.
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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our September Story Slam is themed “All Grown Up” and will be held at 7 pm on September 22nd. You can learn more details here.
Thanks for listening!
Saturday Aug 01, 2020
Saturday Aug 01, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!
Our July Story Slam theme was “Gifts.” Our winner by audience vote for July was Jamie Beth Cohen with her story about knowing her father’s wishes at the end of his life. 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 Tony Crocamo. Tony shared his story about a perfect gift that turned out to be somewhat disappointing.
Our final storyteller is Karen Foerstel who shared her story about the empathy and generosity her mother had for those in need.
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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our August Story Slam is themed “Firsts” and will be held at 7 pm on August 25th. Register here!
Thanks for listening!
Sunday Jul 19, 2020
Sunday Jul 19, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!
On our June 23rd Story Slam the theme was “Identity Crisis.” We heard seven stories from our wonderful storytellers.
Our winner by audience vote for June’s Lancaster Story Slam was Paul Armstrong who shared his story of misjudging weeds and people.
Paul’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, Paul!
Next up is PK Hill who shares her story demonstrating that we are not the identity others assign to us.
Our final storyteller on this month's podcast is Rebecca Thatcher Murcia who shared her story of coming to terms with her own biases.
Our gratitude to our season sponsor LancLiving Realty. 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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row! LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our July Story Slam is themed “Gifts” and will be held at 7pm on July 28th. Register here!
Thanks for listening!
Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our May Story Slam theme was “Not What I Intended.” We were thrilled to have eight amazing storytellers join us for our third virtual story slam!
Our winner by audience vote for May’s Lancaster Story Slam was Tom Bottiger who shared his story of working for a television station and through a series of unfortunate events ended up accidentally violating broadcast standards.
Tom’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, Tom!
Next up is Randy Shultz with his touching tribute to his friend, Ron.
Our final storyteller is Swapna Deshpande. Swapna shared her story of visiting her parents in India.
Our June Story Slam is themed “Identity Crisis” and will be held at 7pm on June 23rd. Watch the Lancaster Story Slam Facebook page for event registration.
Our thanks to LancLiving Realty, whose generous support is making this season possible. Thanks for listening!
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast! Our April Story Slam theme was “Ink.” We were thrilled to have eight amazing storytellers join us for our second virtual story slam!
Our winner by audience vote for April’s Lancaster Story Slam was Beth Horenkamp with her story about writing letters to her grandfather.
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, Beth!
Next up is Gina Melasecca with her story about her special connection to New Orleans.
Now a word from 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 is proud to support great storytelling through the Lancaster Story Slam for the second year in a row. LancLiving ... It's where you belong.
Our final storyteller is JJ Sheffer. JJ shared her story about getting a special tattoo commemorating her friendship with an ex-boyfriend.
And that’s it for our April “Ink” podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our live virtual events! Our May Story Slam is themed “Not What I Intended” and will be held at 7pm on May 26th. Watch our Facebook page for event registration.
Thanks for listening!
Saturday Apr 18, 2020
Saturday Apr 18, 2020
Welcome to the Lancaster Story Slam podcast!
In March, our Story Slam theme was “Luck.” We were thrilled to have so many new audience members able to join us for the first time because we hosted Lancaster Story Slam as a virtual event!
Our winner by audience vote for March’s Lancaster Story Slam was Tony Crocamo with his story about preparing for his first communion.
Tony’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, Tony!
Next up is Melissa Snavely with her story about her trip to the hospital to give birth to her son.
Our final storyteller is Steve Kernaghan. Steve shared his story about being a first-year teacher and breaking up a girl fight.
Thank you 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.
And that’s it for our March “Luck” podcast. If you enjoy our podcast, you will probably also enjoy our monthly events! Our April Story Slam is themed “Ink” and will be held at 7pm on April 28th. Registration is free. Please visit LancasterStorySlam.com for more details.
Thanks for listening.