Strangerville

This time in Strangerville, would you rather have someone tell you you’re living up to potential or that you’re not living up your potential? Also, a 12-year-old boy makes a terrible and brave mistake. Story Election Night, by Eli McCann (music by bensound.com) Produced by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_30_Election_Night_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, two women tell one story about a most uncomfortable breakup. Story: 1. Trunk in Love, by Carson Walter and Lauren Mortensen Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_28_Trunk_in_Love_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Meg Morley Walter shares a tragic story about a young puppy. Also, Disneyland corndogs. Story: Max, by Meg Morley Walter, music by Colin Hatch (originally produced by Derrick Clements for The Porch) http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_27_Max_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Meg hangs out with Mitt Romney, Eli makes a huge mistake in San Francisco, the Utah Opera/Utah Symphony drops by to remind us that all theaters are haunted, and an opera singer survives two double-lung transplants. Segments: 1. The Ghost Light [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/utah-symphonys-ghost-light-podcast/id1162254413?mt=2&ign-itsct=1162254413-1162254413&am...

This time in Strangerville, Eli confronts Meg about her offensive comments regarding their relationship and a woman tells the story of the worst date. Like, ever. Story: “Pressure on the Barrel” by Christy (music by bensound.com) Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_25_Pressure_on_the_Barrel_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville we kick off our new format for 2018 and bring you our first story for the year. In this episode, Meg and Eli clear the air on the “Thanksgiving pecan incident,” a woman has a scare while babysitting a boy with special needs, and, of course, some TV is discussed. Story: “Sliced Bras” by Megan Production by Meg Walter and Eli McCann http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/...

This time in Strangerville we find out what other people’s bad dates look like so we can feel better about our own. A woman is confronted by an unexpected guest at dinner. A blind date goes wrong when a man overestimates his love for Slim Jims. A guy breaks all four of a woman’s low-bar rules. A canoe trip leads to unwanted advances. And a text message goes to the wrong person. Don’t miss these an...

This time in Strangerville, babysitters share their worst nightmares. An aunt and a niece recount a series of unfortunate events on bath night. A teenage girl has to call in law enforcement to help scare a problem child. And a young mom learns what it’s like to manage an army of neighborhood toddlers. Stay tuned, and enjoy a quick dip into the babysitter’s club with us. Intro: Amy Rose 1. Water Ts...

This time in Strangerville, four stories about exaggerated fear. College kids cause a stir in their small town. A child remembers a gas station encounter much more colorfully than his father. A bunch of 80s and 90s kids discuss a traumatizing episode of a popular children’s show. And a woman reflects on her trick-or-treating past. Stay tuned, and watch some people get irrationally scared in this s...

This time in Strangerville, the recording from our third Strangerville Live show. A puppy teaches a man in his underwear the meaning of irony. A teenager learns about consequences the hard way. A young woman accidentally becomes a kindergarten teacher. A little girl begins a long life of suffering from a chronic condition. And a writer bullies a giant corporation via Twitter. Stay tuned and enjoy...

This time in Strangerville we explore stories about crime and punishment and how those two things don’t always align. A mother mostly fails in her efforts to teach her six-year-old that stealing is wrong. A little boy’s parents take things a little too far as they try to teach him a lesson. A drug-dealing teenager’s luck runs out. And a man becomes a detective in search for his stolen bike. Please...

This week, Eli and Jolyn (badly) play their favorite game: What The Hell Happened. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_What_the_Hell_Happened.mp3

This time in Strangerville we explore stories from people (including many of you!) who have survived a nearly insurmountable amount of embarrassment. A young woman experiences the unthinkable during a college class presentation. A tanning bed mishap invokes a panicked response that only makes things worse. A newlywed has an uncomfortable encounter with his mother-in-law. And a grandmother unwittin...

This week, a story from Eli about hot yoga. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_Our_Next_President.mp3

This time in Strangerville, we explore a unique subset of mother/son relationships. What do these relationships look like through the lens of an uncommon limitation? A man apologizes for his mom failing to respond to friendly greetings. A heartbroken mother recounts the most impactful years of her life. And a young woman navigates a complex relationship with a very special five-year-old. Intro: We...

This time in Strangerville, four storytellers take the stage at our second live show. A mother of four takes a dramatic journey to complete her family. A woman falls in love twice. A boy wreaks havoc on his neighborhood. And a six-year-old lands in hot water on the playground. Production by, Eli McCann, Jolyn Metro, and Meg Walter 1. Somebody Catch the Baby by Rachelle Young Pearson (starts at 5:5...

This time in Strangerville, we learn how viewing a complex story through only one perspective can paint a very inadequate picture. The makers of Eli proudly present: Segment: 1. Life on Paper by Gmac, Bob McCann, Cathie McCann, Glenn Hinkle, and Eli McCann Music by Jared Bird Production assistance by Jolyn Metro and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_15_The_World_of_Perspec...

Eli tells a story live on The Porch about an elderly woman who needed some help. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_Bloody_Grace.mp3

Eli and Jolyn perform a dramatic reading of an email prank on a pretentious book club. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_Book_Club_Emails_1.mp3

This time in Strangerville, enjoy the audio from our live February 2017 storytelling event in Salt Lake City. A hypochondriac faces a very real problem, a dramatic teenager is stripped from her home, a child’s exaggerations land her in the spotlight of the Humane Society, and an international gift exchange mishap lands a man in hot water. Produced by: Joly Metro, Meg Walter, and Eli McCann Origina...

Some clips of Jolyn teaching her kindergarten class. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_Jolyn_Teacher.mp3

This time in Strangerville, we explore stories about people who have changed their lives by making courageous decisions for themselves. Individuals across the country give up all their possessions to turn art into garbage in the desert. A woman in her 80s talks her children into letting her put herself into a home. A struggling artist lands a couple of very exciting jobs writing for popular televi...

This week on Strangerville Shorts, Jolyn and Eli pitch some ideas for their upcoming debut on Shark Tank. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_Business_Ideas.mp3

This week, Eli plays some recordings of his favorite prank calls on Jolyn. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Shorts_Pranking_Jolyn.mp3

This time in Strangerville we celebrate Strangerville’s first birthday by taking a walk down memory lane, playing never-before-heard clips from you favorite stories, and providing some updates from Strangerville’s most memorable storytellers. Join us for this packed episode of nostalgia and celebrate a momentous anniversary with your favorite (and hottest) Strangerville residents. http://traffic.l...