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Story Worthy

Christine Blackburn

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Celebrating 12 years podcasting in July 2022 and over 750 episodes as producer and host of the weekly storytelling podcast Story Worthy, Christine Blackburn has interviewed some of the biggest names in show business like Larry King, Sugar Ray Leonard, Greg Proops, Blaine Capatch, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Judy Gold, Marian Keyes, Bobcat Goldthwait, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Kevin Nealon and on and on. Over the last 12 years the stories have ranged from laugh out funny to heart-wrenching but always with ...
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Book Summaries by Wise Words

Jes Oliphant & Tristan Alexander

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Book summaries, reviews and discussions. We aim to teach the big ideas from the most popular non-fiction books. We cover a wide-range of topics including, psychology, communication, personal development, habits and much more. Our aim is to make sure you learn more in less time. If you enjoyed our podcast make sure to check out our other content on our website: https://wisewords.blog/
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-------------------------- Chapters: Introduction-00:00:00 Part 1 - Finding Your Story-00:02:55 Part 2 - Crafting Your Story-00:23:12 Part 3 - Telling Your Story-01:09:29 Outro-01:22:45 If you enjoyed this podcast make sure to check out our other content on our other platforms: Website: https://wisewords.blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/w…
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📚 Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians! Welcome back to yet another captivating installment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by the esteemed Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a jou…
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📚 Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians! Welcome back to yet another captivating installment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by the esteemed Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a jou…
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Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday June 15th, 2024. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Comedian Fielding Edlow. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedian Tommy Spears, Author Shelley Herman and Photographer/Aut…
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This is the Ultimate Book Summary for "Better Small Talk" by Patrick King. In this episode, we dive into advanced communication skills, focusing on mastering the art of small talk. These insights will boost your confidence and help you handle conversations effortlessly while connecting with others effectively. In our in-depth podcast review of "Bet…
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This is Part 2 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Win Every Argument" by Mehdi Hasan. In this episode, we dive into advanced communication skills, focusing on arguments and debates. These insights will boost your confidence and help you handle tense situations while effectively arguing your points. In our in-depth podcast review of "Win Every Argume…
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Comic Steph Tolev (Steph Infection) talks about growing up in a touring dance group and her inability to use public toilets. BUT this issue saved a woman's life. No kidding! Listen to the show and find out what happened. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast…
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Comic Adam Macias ("That Was Wild" Podcast) realized he was an alcoholic and made the decision to quit. But one night, at an event, he ordered a mocktail and immediately tasted gin in the beverage. This brought back memories of his alcoholism that includes waking up with a pile of doody on his alarm clock. You heard me. Listen and stop drinking!! E…
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Comic/Actress Emily S. James ("Boy Mom") was doing crafts with her little boys one day when she heard screaming coming from her front yard. She looked outside and saw her gardener and her neighbor had him in a headlock! They were both screaming for help. Emily called the police. Listen to what happened next! Each week Hollywood’s most talented peop…
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Comic/Actress Sierra Katow (Comedy special "Funt," "The Roots Of Comedy with Jesus Trejo," The Sex Lives Of College Girls) was thrilled to be cast in a supporting role on Mindy Kaling's sitcom "The Sex Lives Of College Girls." As she read thru the script titled "Naked Party," it occurred to her she was part of the "Naked Party"! Listen to this funn…
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This is Part 1 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Win Every Argument" by Mehdi Hasan. In this episode, we delve deeper into advanced communication skills specifically focusing on arguments and debates. These ideas will improve your confidence and ability to deal with tense situations and argue your points effectively. In our comprehensive podcast re…
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Comic/Historian Dawn Brodey (HILF, The History Channel, "Cruel Hearts," The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory) lived on a houseboat in Minnesota for 9 years. One day, her dog started barking at something on the stern of the boat. It was a raccoon. A raccoon with half it's face torn off... Dawn was horrified, but found herself feeling empathy for the …
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Writer/Storyteller Julia Lechner (Two-time MOTH StorySLAM winner, MOTH GrandSLAM Winner, RISK!, Story Smash Winner, Paramount, TVGuide.com, ET Online)was sitting at work one day when a co-worker announced her Apple Airpods has been stolen. Julia took the lead and formed a "gang" to find the Airpods. Did she jump too fast? Listen and find out! Each …
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This is Part 2 of the Ultimate Book Summary for "Think Faster, Talk Smarter" by Matt Abrahams. In this episode, we delve deeper into advanced communication skills that enhance your interactions, whether they're casual or critical. Let's explore these key topics together: Mastering small talk and making connections through genuine curiosity. Enhanci…
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Erica Blumfield (RISK!, Revealed, the MOTH, "Storyteller's Project,") lived and waitressed in New York City. One day, a customer would not leave his table and after several hours of refilling his water glass and bread basket, Erica asked him to leave. They needed to turn the table. What happened next is absolutely unbelievable and luckily Erica is …
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Storyteller Jen Curcio (The MOTH, Soul Pancake, RISK!) was on a date to watch the 2017 lunar eclipse when she found herself falling in love. In fact, they decided to actually elope at that moment and they walked to a church! Was it love or were they "eclipse-drunk"? Listen and find out! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainmen…
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Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday April 6th, 2024. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Actress Wendi McLendon-Covey. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Evan Kessler, Leon Rutzky and storyteller Julia Le…
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Radio Legend Phil Hendrie ("Hendrie," The World Of Phil Hendrie, Modern Family, Giants of Radio, King of the Hill, Team America: World Police) talks intimately about the new documentary about his life- "Hendrie." Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story …
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Comedian Esther Ku (Last Comic Standing, Girl Code, AVN Awards Host) shares her story of how she got her heart broken while living in the big brutal city of New York. It is a hilariously sad story that includes breaking and entering, steamy sex and a real mugging. Listen to how she found herself in this precarious situation in the first place and h…
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Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians, Welcome back to yet another captivating installment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of ‘Think Faster, Talk Smarter’ by the esteemed Matt Abrahams, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a journey through the following though…
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Christopher Knight (The Brady Bunch, The Brady Bros. Podcast, Christopher Knight Brands) recalls the circumstances of his audition, callback and eventual casting for his role as Peter Brady on The Brady Bunch. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Wor…
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Greetings, Esteemed Wise Wordians, Welcome back to yet another captivating instalment of 'Wise Words Book Summaries.' In this episode, we delve into the insightful pages of 'How to Talk to Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere' by the esteemed Larry King, unraveling the profound essence of its central theme. Join us as we embark on a journey through the follow…
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Actor Larry Clarke, (many television series like- Monster, Heels, For All Mankind, Twin Peaks, Contagion, The Laundromat, Bitter Homes & Gardens)shares a story about working a private party for Lauren Bacall after being warned she was cheap and extremely hard to work for. Larry took the gig because it was in Dakota Apartments, and he would have a c…
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