West Chester Story Slam

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast! Our July Story Slam was themed Nature. We figured this would be a great theme for the height of summer, and we heard tales of people’s love/hate relationship with Mother Nature. Peter Cunniffe has told stories at our Story Slams occasionally, and he returned to the mic for the first time in 2017, and won the night. Here is Pete’s Nature story. The next story was a crowd favorite - you might say this nature story had the room abuzz. Here’s Patrick Carmody. Our final storyteller was a first-timer, which we love. Julie Hazzard worked up the nerve to tell a story at intermission, throwing her name in the hat. She was the final storyteller on the night, and we’re thrilled she told this nature tale. Here’s Julie. If you are interested in attending one of our Story Slams live, here are some tips. West Chester Story Slam is held on the second Tuesday of the month. Seats do sell out so you want to plan ahead. And if you want to tell a story, buy your ticket and then see me - Jim - when you arrive! All the info you need can be found at our website. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast! Our June Story Slam was themed Foreign Soil. We heard stories about traveling all over the world - China, Australia, Tokyo - even Tennessee! We also were thrilled to hear from several first-time storytellers, which was awesome!  When the night was over, Jack Kennedy was declared the winner with this story about representing the USA! Let’s travel to Italy now! We’ve all had travel days that don’t go as planned. Allie Sibole explains such a day. Allie was also a first-time storyteller who lives in West Chester. And guess what -  the same can be said for our final Storyteller - Ryan Roe! Our July 11th Story Slam is themed Nature! We want to hear stories about your love of the great outdoors - hiking, sailing, trail running, gardening, rock climbing, you get the idea. If you are interested in attending one of our Story Slams live, here are some tips. West Chester Story Slam is held on the second Tuesday of the month. Seats do sell out so you want to plan ahead. And if you want to tell a story, buy your ticket and then see me when you arrive! All the info you need can be found at our website. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Our May Story Slam was themed Luck! We heard stories about good luck, bad luck, and no luck. It was a fun night for those lucky enough to get tickets! Thanks to all who came out! Our winner on the night was Cynthia Angst. Cynthia told us about the ebb and flow of luck in her life. If you love West Chester, you don’t want to miss her story. When you reflect on your own luck, do you think about your work? Shari Donath did just that. We loved her touching story about how a new job gave her a fresh perspective in life. Our final story is from Nick Kupsey. This story had us all holding our breath - and a word of warning - Nick recalls using some foul language to a friend in the middle of the story. Our June 13th Story Slam is themed “Foreign Soil.” We want to hear stories about travling to foreign lands AND people who immigrated to the foreign land of the USA. If you are interested in attending one of our Story Slams live, here are some tips. West Chester Story Slam is held on the second Tuesday of the month. Seats do sell out so you want to plan ahead. All the info you need can be found at wcstoryslam.com. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast! Our April Story Slam was themed “Rebellion,” and we heard stories about rebellious teens and rebellious parents! It was fascinating to hear the stories of rebellion. Our winner on the night was Aaron Mills. Aaron told this story of teenage hijinks in the small town where he grew up, and how word travels fast in a tight knit community. Our next storyteller is a first-timer at our microphone. Annmarie Kelly told the fascinating story of how her traditional views turned into a rebellious view of marriage. Our final storyteller tonight is Nick Kupsey. Nick tells about his attempts at uncovering details about his parent’s romantic early years. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.    

Due to the snowstorm, our March West Chester Story Slam had to be postponed for two days, but it was worth the wait. Thanks to everyone who came out for the Thursday night event. Our theme was Working Hard and we ended the night with a tie. First up, co-winner Cindy Heffron tells about how her work has been difficult at times, but also rewarding.  Next up is our co-winner Robin Renn. Robin had told her first story last month, and then returned in March for “Working Hard.”  Our final story is from frequent storyteller Arianna Scavetti. Our April Story Slam is themed Rebellion. If you are interested in attending one of our Story Slams live, here are some tips. West Chester Story Slam is held on the second Tuesday of the month. Seats do sell out so you want to plan ahead. All the info you need can be found at wcstoryslam.com. And don’t forget to check out our Storytelling Workshop at the end of April.   Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Due to the snowstorm, our March West Chester Story Slam had to be postponed for two days, but it was worth the wait. Thanks to everyone who came out for the Thursday night event. Our theme was Working Hard and we ended the night with a tie. First up, co-winner Cindy Heffron tells about how her work has been difficult at times, but also rewarding.  Next up is our co-winner Robin Renn. Robin had told her first story last month, and then returned in March for “Working Hard.”  Our final story is from frequent storyteller Arianna Scavetti. Our April Story Slam is themed Rebellion. If you are interested in attending one of our Story Slams live, here are some tips. West Chester Story Slam is held on the second Tuesday of the month. Seats do sell out so you want to plan ahead. All the info you need can be found at wcstoryslam.com. And don’t forget to check out our Storytelling Workshop at the end of April.   Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Our February Story Slam happened to fall on Valentine’s Day. Our theme was appropriately titled “Love Hurts!” Our winning story wasn’t about a romance, it was about a “bromance.” Patrick Carmody won with this story of his bond with a dear friend. Our next story is from a first time storyteller named Robin Renn. We loved this story about how she fell for a man in college. Our final storyteller is Ann Louise Ramirez! She tells a story about a romantic night out that took a wrong turn. Do you know of a local company that would like be our podcast sponsor? We would love to have a local company help us meet our podcast expenses. If you want to learn more, email me at wcstoryslam@aol.com and I can forward info. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Our February Story Slam happened to fall on Valentine’s Day. Our theme was appropriately titled “Love Hurts!” Our winning story wasn’t about a romance, it was about a “bromance.” Patrick Carmody won with this story of his bond with a dear friend. Our next story is from a first time storyteller named Robin Renn. We loved this story about how she fell for a man in college. Our final storyteller is Ann Louise Ramirez! She tells a story about a romantic night out that took a wrong turn. Do you know of a local company that would like be our podcast sponsor? We would love to have a local company help us meet our podcast expenses. If you want to learn more, email me at wcstoryslam@aol.com and I can forward info. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam Podcast. Our theme to start off 2017 was Good Times/Bad Times. It was a nod to Led Zeppelin, but this theme provided our storytellers a blank pallette to tell their tales. We’re switching up the order of the stories today. Let’s start with Cathy Sikorski. Cathy has been on our stage before, telling several humorous stories over the years, and this is one of my favorites. I have to admit, I wasn’t sure where this was story was going when she first started. Craig Smith was a first-time storyteller, and he scored big time with this story. Here is his tale about chasing his career dream in the deep south. A word of warning, this story has some cursing so you may want to turn the volume down if kids are in the room. This next story edged out the previous two to win the January Story Slam. Obviously, we all know our country has been experiencing political turmoil in recent months. Diane Yannick tells her story of working through her own feelings on this issue. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam Podcast. Our theme to start off 2017 was Good Times/Bad Times. It was a nod to Led Zeppelin, but this theme provided our storytellers a blank pallette to tell their tales. We’re switching up the order of the stories today. Let’s start with Cathy Sikorski. Cathy has been on our stage before, telling several humorous stories over the years, and this is one of my favorites. I have to admit, I wasn’t sure where this was story was going when she first started. Craig Smith was a first-time storyteller, and he scored big time with this story. Here is his tale about chasing his career dream in the deep south. A word of warning, this story has some cursing so you may want to turn the volume down if kids are in the room. This next story edged out the previous two to win the January Story Slam. Obviously, we all know our country has been experiencing political turmoil in recent months. Diane Yannick tells her story of working through her own feelings on this issue. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes.

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast, sponsored by Levante Brewing Company, West Chester’s best Brewpub! Our 2016 Story Slam season is in the books. We had quite a fun year and it culminated in our Grand Slam, which was held on November 1 at the Chester County Historical Society. Thanks to the audience that night - 270 people attended to watch our winning storytellers compete for the title of Best Storyteller in West Chester. All the stories were amazing. At the end of the night, Aaron Mills walked away with the Storyteller’s Cup - and several gift certificates for Side Bar, Levante Brewing Company, and the Classic Diner. The theme for the night was Promises! Let’s listen to Aaron’s winning story. Our next story was an audience favorite, and it is from frequent storyteller Diane Yannick. Our final story is from David Smith. David told this tale of meeting the love of his life. Our 2017 West Chester Story Slam Season begins on January 10, 2017, at Side Bar and Restaurant. We will post the dates and themes for the whole season, along with a link to buy tickets for January’s Slam on  December 1. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes - or next time you stop in at Levante Brewing Company, let them know! Elevate your craft with Levante Brewing!

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast, sponsored by Levante Brewing Company, West Chester’s best Brewpub! Our 2016 Story Slam season is in the books. We had quite a fun year and it culminated in our Grand Slam, which was held on November 1 at the Chester County Historical Society. Thanks to the audience that night - 270 people attended to watch our winning storytellers compete for the title of Best Storyteller in West Chester. All the stories were amazing. At the end of the night, Aaron Mills walked away with the Storyteller’s Cup - and several gift certificates for Side Bar, Levante Brewing Company, and the Classic Diner. The theme for the night was Promises! Let’s listen to Aaron’s winning story. Our next story was an audience favorite, and it is from frequent storyteller Diane Yannick. Our final story is from David Smith. David told this tale of meeting the love of his life. Our 2017 West Chester Story Slam Season begins on January 10, 2017, at Side Bar and Restaurant. We will post the dates and themes for the whole season, along with a link to buy tickets for January’s Slam on  December 1. If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes - or next time you stop in at Levante Brewing Company, let them know! Elevate your craft with Levante Brewing!

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast, sponsored by Levante Brewing Company, West Chester’s best Brewpub! Our October Story Slam was themed WTF! The WTF stories were pretty darn funny and the audience was amazing. We had a fun night - thanks to Side Bar too! Our October Story Slam ended in a tie between David Smith and Nick Kupsey. Both of these guys are headed to the Grand Slam! Today’s podcast also includes a hilarious story from first-timer Anne Louise Ramirez. Just a note of caution - since the theme was WTF - all three of these stories include cursing that may be unsuitable for young ears. Let’s start with Nick Kupsey’s story. Our next story is from first-time storyteller Anne Louise Ramirez. Ann’s story was an audience favorite on the night. Our final story is from the other winner of the night, David Smith. Our 2016 Grand Slam is going to be Tuesday, November 1st. Tickets were moving fast when we recorded this podcast, but check out wcstoryslam.com to see if any seats remain. We will not have tickets at the door. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes - or next time you stop in at Levante Brewing Company, let them know! Elevate your craft with Levante Brewing!

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast, sponsored by Levante Brewing Company, West Chester’s best Brewpub! Our October Story Slam was themed WTF! The WTF stories were pretty darn funny and the audience was amazing. We had a fun night - thanks to Side Bar too! Our October Story Slam ended in a tie between David Smith and Nick Kupsey. Both of these guys are headed to the Grand Slam! Today’s podcast also includes a hilarious story from first-timer Anne Louise Ramirez. Just a note of caution - since the theme was WTF - all three of these stories include cursing that may be unsuitable for young ears. Let’s start with Nick Kupsey’s story. Our next story is from first-time storyteller Anne Louise Ramirez. Ann’s story was an audience favorite on the night. Our final story is from the other winner of the night, David Smith. Our 2016 Grand Slam is going to be Tuesday, November 1st. Tickets were moving fast when we recorded this podcast, but check out wcstoryslam.com to see if any seats remain. We will not have tickets at the door. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes - or next time you stop in at Levante Brewing Company, let them know! Elevate your craft with Levante Brewing!

Welcome to the West Chester Story Slam podcast, sponsored by Levante Brewing Company, West Chester’s best Brewpub! Our September Story Slam was themed RISK! We heard stories about risky behavior and had a stellar night. In the end, Tom Bottiger was our winner. Tom has earned a slot in our Grand Slam, which will be held on Tuesday, November 1st at the Chester County Historical Society. Let’s listen to Tom’s winning story. Our next story is from Terry Heyman. Terry recalled her brother’s risky behavior - and how it didn’t end well. Our last story comes from Shawn Proctor. What boys do to impress girls - something never change. Our last Story Slam of the regular season  is going to be October 11th and the theme is WTF! Seats are sold out but we may have some Standing Room tickets available. Check our website. Since you’re marking dates in your calendar, let me remind you that our Grand Slam this year is early - November 1st. Tickets for the Grand Slam will go on sale on October 12th. Well, that’s our podcast for this month! If you are a fan of the West Chester Story Slam podcast - please let your friends know, or write a review on iTunes - or next time you stop in at Levante Brewing Company, let them know! Elevate your craft with Levante Brewing!