Shannon Cason's Homemade

Politics has its own celebrities, rituals, and personalities. After spending weeks at rallies and interviewing candidates, I started noticing how much the political world resembles so many other areas I've worked in. And how I bring my down-to-earth approach to everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I've been fighting a mysterious mildew smell in my Toyota for weeks. Then I discovered a new car wash with a vacuum so powerful it completely changed my attitude about cleaning my car. Apparently, vacuums excite me now. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason...

A backed-up sewer line, a drunk plumber's assistant, and a man handling a filthy drain snake with his bare hands. Just another day fixing up an old house in Detroit. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalk...

Sometimes the first no isn't the hardest one. It's the second no, after somebody explains why they really need your help. What surprised me wasn't their reaction. It was how comfortable I felt sticking with my decision. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shann...

I had a week full of stories. My daughter's homecoming, Detroit Story Fest, new opportunities, even an interesting date. But work got busy, my routine slipped, and somehow I stopped doing the things I enjoy. I relate. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason *...

At rehearsal for Detroit Story Fest, everyone had their organization underneath their name. Mine said “Local Storyteller.” It wasn't wrong. But after years of building Homemade, it didn't feel like the whole story. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason *...

At some point, you realize the generation behind you isn't speaking a foreign language. They're using your language a little differently. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www...

Stevie Wonder released unheard music from the Songs in the Key of Life sessions, so naturally I had to play it for my daughter. That turned into Village Ghetto Land on Warren Avenue, Beyoncé in Chicago, and a conversation about our earliest memories of music. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter...

“Pray for me, Shannon.” My uncle probably didn't know he was already part of something I do every morning. It's why morning routines really matter to me. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikT...

My daughter didn’t get into a program, and her disappointment brought back an old frustration I remember from high school. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncas...

Yesterday I passed an old comic shop and remembered the collection I lost about four years ago. I could buy some of those books again. I'm realizing that's not really what I miss. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.co...

Thousands of students, a massive Detroit church, an Ariana Grande connection, and a daughter who politely informed me that my services were no longer required once her "friends" showed up. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.c...

I was headed to New York for Podcast Movement. Then my daughter decided to come. Then my ex-wife. Suddenly, my quick business trip became a college tour, a family getaway, and a ten-hour drive in our Prius. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - http...

I invited two friends over for drinks and conversation. One was fiery. The other was incredibly calm. I thought the combination would be interesting. It was... Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok...

I'm headed to New York tomorrow and haven't planned much, which is normally exactly how I like to travel. But this time my daughter is coming with me, and I'm realizing there's a difference between being comfortable with uncertainty when it's just me and being responsible for someone else. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instag...

Cindy invited me to a birthday party in Detroit's affluent Sherwood Forest neighborhood. I didn't know I was going to the Black Women Backyard Power Summit, but I loved it! Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonC...

Everyday is a Story RETURNS on Monday! If you pay attention...your life is saying something. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncason Support the stories: * Patr...

It was unbearably hot yesterday, and it reminded me of growing up in Detroit without air conditioning. Somehow we survived...and maybe even appreciated summer a little differently.  Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com...

The huge tree from my childhood is gone. Funny how something can disappear from the landscape but never leave your memory. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncas...

Running errands with my mom turned into a journey of dreams, imagination, and memories. Sometimes a bookstore can bring back an entire season of your life. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - h...

I walked into the tattoo shop with one idea and walked out with something better. Letting go isn't always easy, but it may be best. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@s...

I celebrated Juneteenth and Father's Day with family this weekend. One uncomfortable moment brought up a lot of emotions, and I let the emotions happen. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - http...

A story about eye contact, conversations, taking chances, and why life gets more interesting when you connect. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncason Support t...

I stopped watching basketball for over 15 years. This year's playoffs reminded me why I loved the game in the first place. Sometimes old passions are just waiting for you to come back. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/S...

Every year, I procrastinate putting in the AC units in the windows. Last night was the breaking point. Stay connected: * YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller * Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncason Support the stori...