Aaron Calafato

7 Minute Stories w/ Aaron Calafato

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7 Minute Stories is the leading short-form autobiographical storytelling podcast in the world, reaching over 30 million listeners through weekly unscripted personal narratives. Each episode delivers a true story from Aaron Calafato’s extremely normal yet deeply relatable life in Ohio, told in about seven minutes with no script. This show is quick, immersive, and tinged with nostalgia. Each story feels deeply personal, fits into your day, and leaves you better than it found you. 7MS sounds like a Millennial swapping stories with Jean Shepherd, Spalding Gray, and Paul Harvey at a Midwestern dine...

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Aaron Calafato

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S4 E12: George Bailey Syndrome 07.12.2023 11:20

How do you respond when something pulls you back to the hometown you always wanted to leave? Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke • We want to hear from you! Drop us a line and tell us about your favorite episode or how it reminded you of a story of your own! https://www.7m...

S4 E11: I Hope AI Takes Over 30.11.2023 9:03

In these 7 Minutes, Aaron gets fed up with customer service and makes a wish he regrets. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E10: The Thanksgiving Christmas Tree 23.11.2023 9:06

Is there a way to stop time and make the Christmas season last longer? In this 7 Minutes, Aaron shares a controversial remedy. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E9: Henry Winkler's Reminder 16.11.2023 9:28

Why did a mysterious photo of Henry Winkler inspire Aaron to reconnect with his talented thespian cousin? Find out this week on a new 7 Minute Stories! Special thanks to Joe Grifasi for his mentorship early in my artistic career! Find out more about Joe's filmography: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0341055/ Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional voca...

S4 E8: The Work Fight 09.11.2023 9:22

Aaron's career hangs in the balance when things escalate quickly at work. When you buy 7MS Merch, you're gifting a story to someone else: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merch Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E7: A Halloween Story 31.10.2023 10:31

Aaron was always skeptical of ghosts, but living in this house made him question everything. Happy Halloween! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E6: Do you Smell that? 26.10.2023 9:31

Aaron invites the 7MS listeners on a journey to help him regain his sense of smell. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E5: Warp! 19.10.2023 10:08

What happens when a young Aaron engages in a galactic battle between good, evil, dream, and reality? The outcome could hold the fate of the entire world in the balance… *This story features a special guest illustration by Abby Wolkins Learn more about Abby's work: https://www.instagram.com/abeebjeanie/ Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals...

S4 E4: How Super Kmart Became a Seagull Zoo 12.10.2023 8:45

As plans for a new store to replace the old Super Kmart loom, Aaron reflects on cherished memories and ponders the fate of the "Seagull Zoo." Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E3: Graham's House 05.10.2023 8:53

Join Aaron as he unravels the story of a mysterious man named Graham and a notorious house with a dark history. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E2: The Secret Channel 28.09.2023 9:22

At 15 years old, Aaron discovers a secret channel while using the 'tuner' to sharpen the image on his family's Hitachi television. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S4 E1: For Profit: An Origin Story 21.09.2023 10:30

For half a decade, Aaron embarked on a nationwide tour, performing a personal monologue titled "For Profit." It delved into the pressing issue of the American student debt crisis. In our 7MS Season 4 Premiere, Aaron share’s pivotal origin story that ignited it all. *Explicit themes & language *Give us your feedback, share your stories, buy merch, and dive deeper into the 7 Minute Stories Universe...

S3 E40: Last Episode of Season 3 06.07.2023 7:53

Aaron brings Season 3 to a close and addresses several questions, including if there will there be a Season 4 of 7MS... Subscribe to Aaron's NEW YouTube show - Breaking it Down: https://www.youtube.com/@breakingitdowntv

S3 E39: The Four Seasons: Summer 15.06.2023 9:26

In this final installment of a four-part series, Aaron creates a Rockwellian guide for you to enjoy the changing of each season. This episode: Summer! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E38: The Quest for the Turkey Sandwich 08.06.2023 10:28

Aaron's pilgrimage for a turkey sandwich takes an unexpected turn… Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E37: The 40-Year Train Ride 01.06.2023 9:18

Join Aaron as he turns 40 and ponders the ever-present allure of a familiar melody of a distant train. Is this merely a comforting sound or a bridge to a realm beyond Aaron's understanding?

S3 E36: The YouTube Expert 25.05.2023 9:40

Aaron signs up for a 30-day YouTube course from a prominent influencer and gets A LOT more than he bargained for... Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E35: The Letter 18.05.2023 9:41

In this 7 Minutes, Aaron tells a story about summer love and a letter he never wrote. *This episode features a guest musical appearance by Jeff and his Army of No One. Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3XacDmENByqEkQHuZyzkv1?autoplay=true Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Or...

S3 E34: The Front Door Incident 11.05.2023 8:33

One moment it was a beautiful Fall day, the next, my two-year-old daughter was trapped inside our house. It was a day that would defy logic and define me as a father… Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke Get your 7MS merch! https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/merch

S3 E33: ChatGPT, Tell Me a Story... 04.05.2023 8:26

In these 7 Minutes, Aaron confronts his fear of being replaced by artificial intelligence. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E32: The Four Seasons: Spring 27.04.2023 8:12

In this third installment of a four-part series: Aaron shares a Rockwellian guide for you to enjoy the changing of each season. This episode: Spring! Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E31: The Door Test 20.04.2023 9:22

What if you had access to a test that could guarantee a happy ending to your love story? Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E30: The TikTok Scam 13.04.2023 9:26

In this 7 Minutes, Aaron goes live on TikTok and gets caught in an extremely awkward situation in front of thousands of viewers. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E29: Frozen Yogurt Love Story 06.04.2023 10:36

Cori and Aaron tied the knot on April 1, 2023. In this 7 minutes, find out how their love story began with a quest for frozen yogurt. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke

S3 E28: The Frog 30.03.2023 7:18

An innocent frog's fate sets Aaron on a path of redemption. Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato Senior Audio Engineer: Ken Wendt Additional vocals: Cori Birce Art: Pete Whitehead Original Music: thomas j. duke