Smirk
103 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsSmirk is a podcast incorporating creative writing, humor, and spirited discussion. Each episode contains a short story written by one of our authors, which immediately leads into a light-hearted and fun discussion centered around the moral of their tale. As well as learning whether their story was truth...or fiction.
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Yesterday | 51
December 10, 2018 04:36 - 30 minutes - 17.7 MBOne chance encounter leads to a lifetime of memories. But is this true love? Or random coincidence? On this episode, Yesterday, our short story leads us directly into a discussion on soul mates, the truth of love, and even a little biology. Come for the depth, stay for the laughter and don't miss the latest SMIRK! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets and review us in your preferred podcast app! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers soc...
Cult of Personality | 50
December 02, 2018 14:07 - 36 minutes - 20.7 MBHave you ever met your idol? Perhaps an actor, athlete, or scientist that you have respected and admired for the greater portion of your life? Was it everything you thought it would be? On this episode of Smirk, a conversation on the great Stan Lee sparks a discussion on whether meeting our heroes is ever truly as gratifying as we think it will be. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets and review us in your preferred podcast app! Welcome...
Take Care | 49
November 26, 2018 00:54 - 26 minutes - 15 MBWe've all had that moment where something is missing. Roaming around the house or office, it dawns on us that we forgot something seemingly insignificant. Well, what happens when that random forgetfulness morphs into a deeper issue? What happens when it's someone you love? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets and review us in your preferred podcast app! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling l...
Divorce Pals: Unrequited | 48
November 19, 2018 03:00 - 18 minutes - 10.7 MBIt's a holiday week, so time for something weirdly random! For this episode, we're going to create a story, each of our three hosts contributing ideas in an 8-round style session which, by the end, will lead us to one complete story. Most importantly, find out what the heck "Divorce Pals: Unrequited" even means! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets and leave us a review on your podcast app! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society...
Pals | 47
November 12, 2018 01:04 - 26 minutes - 15 MBOn this episode, Aaron offers up a tale of friendship, as one man risks his life for fortune, while the other just might be his saving grace from certain death. The conversation then shifts into what constitutes a true friend. Most importantly, how far can a friend go before you simply cannot help them anymore? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. P...
The Promotion | 46
November 05, 2018 03:00 - 28 minutes - 16.3 MBA listener's story takes us through a journey with a twist. This spirals into a discussion on both routines and the afterlife. It's a crazy episode this week as we debate, The Promotion. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings an original story to the show, whic...
Unbroken | 45
October 29, 2018 01:56 - 35 minutes - 20.3 MBOn this episode, a listener's tale revolves around a couple going through hardships. When violence erupts, what is the best course of action? Is it ever appropriate to retaliate against violence in the home? Does Jerry deserve his fate? Take a listen to our latest podcast and let us know what YOU think! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part cre...
Happy Birthday, Billy | 44
October 21, 2018 23:45 - 29 minutes - 17.1 MBBilly is preparing to celebrate his 11th birthday. It should be a time of excitement, as his family prepares a very special present. But...something is lurking in the cornfield just outside his house. Someone has arrived, and Billy's birthday will never again be the same. On this episode of Smirk, Aaron offers up a Halloween tale of family and murder. Can you make it to the end to identify the theme? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets...
Green | 43
October 15, 2018 03:00 - 33 minutes - 19.5 MBA woman fixated on the world around her. Another's appearance causes her to contemplate her own existence, her own place in the world. On this episode of Smirk, a listener's story takes us deep into a crux affecting many of us: envy. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our h...
No Heroes, Only Survivors | 42
October 08, 2018 01:00 - 31 minutes - 18.4 MBA young boy, left alone in a post-apocalyptic world to fight for his own survival, is faced with a tragic test. As he confronts a final showdown, will he find himself able to rise to the challenge? Our story this week then leads to an often hilarious look at the dos and don't when trying to survive an apocalypse. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens...
Making Strides | 41
October 01, 2018 11:03 - 27 minutes - 15.8 MBCancer. No one is immune, no one is safe from its clutches. On this episode, Amanda shares a short story centered around a brave woman who fought through the odds, which leads into an intriguing discussion on how one would handle such a revelation. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. ...
Picture | 40
September 24, 2018 11:17 - 28 minutes - 16.5 MBA medical worker leaves a shift later than expected. In front of her, a car drives erratically. There are signs something could be seriously wrong within the rolled up windows of the sedan, but what should she do? On this episode of Smirk, a listener's story leads us into a discussion on personal responsibility: when IS it our place to get involved? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and...
9:30 PM | 39
September 17, 2018 11:02 - 29 minutes - 16.7 MBA man sits at an airport, waiting. It's 9:30 PM and he has a plan to right the wrongs that were done to his son. Are his methods justified? Or is he just another misguided vigilante? Zack's story leads us into an intriguing conversation on when is it OK to take the law into your own hands? Learn more about this story at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gary_Plauche Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that co...
Dearest Sophia | 38
September 10, 2018 02:00 - 28 minutes - 16.5 MBOn this episode, Dearest Sophia, Amanda takes the storytelling on a less common approach, as she unveils a letter of sorts. This springboards into a discussion on the current status of romanticism, and if the beauty of the "love letter" is truly dead. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting...
Crimson Red Knight | 37
September 03, 2018 02:19 - 21 minutes - 12.1 MBOn this episode we decide to take a break from our normal show to try something a little different, and create a short story on the fly. Seven rounds, no prep, no limits. Wherever will this lead? Listen to Smirk's latest podcast and find out! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each we...
Adrenaline | 36
August 27, 2018 01:15 - 37 minutes - 21.5 MBOn this episode, Aaron's story leads us into a discussion on what is it about humans that cause us to ignore common sense, pushing our bodies to the absolute limits? Is it truly fighting through the pain, or something more? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings...
Brown Boxes | 35
August 20, 2018 00:37 - 32 minutes - 18.8 MBMoving can be a stressful time for anyone, especially when communication breaks down and other's feelings are not acknowledged. On this episode of Smirk, Zack offers a tale of Carl and Rob's moving adventure, which directly leads us into our own breakdown as we discuss traumatic moving experiences. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative ...
What I Would Give | 34
August 13, 2018 03:33 - 28 minutes - 16.6 MBA woman meeting her mother after a long absence. A family secret that has haunted her for years. Where can this all lead? Find out as our latest episode leads us down a rabbit hole of questions we might prefer to not answer. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brin...
Selfless | 33
August 06, 2018 01:00 - 39 minutes - 22.5 MBOur culture as a whole has developed into one obsessed with one thing: selfies. Everywhere you go, someone is attempting to snap a photo of themselves, often to the distraction of others. Is it all bad though? On this episode of Smirk, our story leads us deep into the discussion of this element of modern culture. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens....
Memoriam Primi | 32
July 29, 2018 23:19 - 31 minutes - 17.9 MBChildhood is the foundation for one's future. Joy, conflict, trauma - all of these things lead to the person we each become. Or do they? On this week's episode, our story leads us into an ongoing debate: nature vs. nurture. Where do YOU believe your personality stems from? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, ...
Star Kid | 31
July 23, 2018 03:12 - 27 minutes - 15.5 MBA futuristic setting. A dying world. One father, desperate to save his only child. This week, a listener takes us through a tale of love and hope, and possibly goes where no Smirk episode has gone before. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings an original story ...
To Me, You Are | 30
July 16, 2018 01:00 - 27 minutes - 15.6 MBWhat makes a person beautiful? Is it physical appearance? Could it truly be their ability to laugh in any given situation? Or is it simply intellect? This week, we debate what makes someone beautiful, and why we all seem to see it so differently. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Ea...
You Can Never Know A Person | 29
July 09, 2018 11:11 - 35 minutes - 20.4 MBEven in the seedier sides of cities across America, friendship exists. This week, we dive into a topic whose ramifications run rampant from shore to shore. Where do you land on when it is OK to lie? Is there a line in the sand for friendship over doing the right thing? Don't miss our latest Smirk. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative ...
Sheltered | 28
July 02, 2018 03:46 - 27 minutes - 15.7 MBThis week's discussion sparks off of Amanda's short story revolving around a pet owner's lack of responsibility. What would YOU do if your pet needed you, but you simply didn't have the time? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings an original story to the show,...
A Bite In The Dark | 27
June 25, 2018 01:00 - 31 minutes - 18 MBGet ready to HOWL as this week we dive into the magical mystery and terror that lives within folklore. You're going to want to sink your claws into this episode of Smirk as soon as possible. Every pun intended. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings an original ...
Unfair | 26
June 18, 2018 11:01 - 36 minutes - 20.9 MBWe have all been there. You work hard each and every day, just to see a co-worker utilize the system to their very benefit. This week we begin with a similar story, one with a familiar ending, before diving into the realities of the modern day world. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting...
Stitches Hurt | 25
June 11, 2018 04:00 - 36 minutes - 20.9 MBThis week's discussion begins with a story centered around one man's ascension to the spotlight. When he achieves all that he can, what does he do when his own hero may fall? This episode we dive into a very philosophical and topical subject that is on everyone's minds. Don't miss this episode of Smirk! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part crea...
All In A Matter Of Time | 24
June 03, 2018 23:27 - 35 minutes - 20.2 MBFor this episode, Aaron shares a story revolving around making a perfect first impression...that might just border on obsession. Then listen as the conversation spirals into dealing with the past, and when striving for that perfect moment could simply go too far. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and alway...
Loose Ends | 23
May 28, 2018 00:30 - 26 minutes - 15.1 MBZack tells a story centered around a fractured relationship that is somehow brought together in the end through mysterious circumstances. Can two people drastically torn apart ever reunite? Find out on this episode of SMIRK! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brin...
Cessation | 22
May 21, 2018 12:23 - 36 minutes - 20.7 MBAmanda tells a story that spirals the discussion down a rabbit hole of ideas and contemplation on the future of society. More specifically, the impending automation of society. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote thems...
Death on Two Legs | 21
May 14, 2018 02:47 - 29 minutes - 17.2 MBZack discusses a tale submitted by listener Tomas Becks, revolving around an adventurer with a predetermined fate. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed by a light-hearted discuss...
A Mother's Choice | 20
May 03, 2018 12:10 - 45 minutes - 26 MBAaron unveils a tale of a mother faced with an unspeakable choice. After a friend's child goes missing in her local neighborhood, Missy faces the prospect of overprotecting her young son. Is it the right choice for a parent, or is there something more important at play here? As the story goes, her choice will become even more complicated. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture t...
Rage | 19
April 30, 2018 00:55 - 27 minutes - 15.7 MBAmanda takes us through a scenario with drastic consequences, as she offers up a tale that's just too crazy to be true. Or is it? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed by a light-...
There Is A Hero In All Of Us | 18
April 23, 2018 11:23 - 29 minutes - 16.8 MBFor this episode, Zack takes a listener's challenge and offers up a story that ultimately leads to an indepth discussion revolving around childhood dreams and the heroes that live inside our hearts. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a ...
This Is Her Moment | 17
April 16, 2018 03:00 - 38 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week, Aaron tells the tale of a woman finally getting the opportunity of a lifetime. Will it happen or not leads to an insightful discussion on modern debate techniques, and society's leanings towards celebrity. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a sto...
Snow Sucks and A Swift Blow to the Head | 16
April 08, 2018 23:50 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MBOn this episode of Smirk, we look at two distinctly unique stories about similar themes: helping others. Whether it's to assist that crotchety old neighbor who refutes goodwill, or just a friend going through a rough patch needing a hand, these stories lead to some enlightening and often hilarious discussions you won't want to miss! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through ...
Siblings | 15
April 02, 2018 02:40 - 35 minutes - 20.6 MBOn this week's episode, Zack has a story centered around three siblings and the lengths they go to handle a neighborhood problem. How far would YOU go to protect one of your siblings? Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrot...
Starving for More | 14
March 26, 2018 02:31 - 32 minutes - 18.5 MBAmanda offers up a delicious tale about friends, the inner city, and our own internal cravings. This one will leave you hungry for more! Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed by d...
A Hatched Plan | 13
March 19, 2018 04:00 - 34 minutes - 19.7 MBAaron offers up a holiday themed story this week, as Easter is used as a backdrop for a darker familial tale on love and loss. As usual, the tale is used as a springboard into a jovial discussion on holidays, imaginary heroes, and family. Enjoying SMIRK? Then please be sure to share the show through your social media outlets! Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week ...
Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better and A Strange Encounter | 12
March 12, 2018 03:47 - 32 minutes - 18.5 MBThis week, we offer two stories submitted from listeners. The first follows a family dynamic as a child learns exactly what it means to be a parent, while the second follows along as someone believes they might just have a stalker. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed...
Rocky's | 11
March 05, 2018 00:05 - 27 minutes - 15.6 MBRocky's is Zack's tale of a pair of friends whose relationship will often feel like a punch to the face. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed by discussion on the author's moral or theme. These stories can cover any topic the host wants to discuss, it can be lighthe...
I'll Make You Scream Like The Night You Died | 10
February 26, 2018 01:59 - 32 minutes - 18.6 MBThis week, Amanda has a story to share revolving around a mother, children, and something potentially sinister invading their new home. After her horrific tale, we engage in a spirited discussion that leads to many avenues none of us quite expected. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is im...
Barking Mad | 09
February 19, 2018 03:46 - 30 minutes - 17.2 MBAaron tells a tale revolving around two friends, Dwayne and Jake. When a relative calls needing their help, things take a turn for the worse. The ensuing events depicted in the story immediately lead to an enlightening discussion. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed b...
Come On, Eileen | 08
February 12, 2018 02:39 - 32 minutes - 18.5 MBAmanda takes us through a story revolving around three friends embarking on an adventure of chaos and joy, before ultimately sparking a spirited discussion on where the road takes them. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves, which is immediately followed by discussion on the author's moral or theme. ...
Pasts | 07
February 05, 2018 01:56 - 29 minutes - 16.8 MBOn this episode, Zack delivers a story revolving around two co-workers who quickly become the closest of friends. Until something...changes. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves. These stories can cover any topic the host wants to discuss, it can be lighthearted or more serious. No one but the aut...
The Trail | 06
January 29, 2018 04:07 - 34 minutes - 19.6 MBAaron has a story in mind that revolves around the characters of Ethan and Wade. Two men who live their lives isolated, trapped in their own imaginations. When one of them sparks an idea that could lead to adventure, they find their world changed forever. Why does Ethan make his choice? Where will this "Trail" ultimately end? Find out on this episode, of Smirk. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, a...
Reach for the Stars | 05
January 22, 2018 02:37 - 43 minutes - 24.9 MBMagic. Wonder. Endless possibilities. This week, Amanda tells a story about a young boy, who imagination has awoken a spark of sorts. By the time she hits the hyperdrive to reach her moral, we will all recall that blinding innocence we held as a child. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves. These st...
Fragility | 04
January 15, 2018 12:00 - 32 minutes - 18.4 MBZack tells a story about a father and son, and how money sometimes matters above all else. But to find out what is the underlying theme of Zack's tale, you will have to join in the ensuing conversation, as it takes more than a few turns before we're through. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings a story to the show, a story they wrote themselves. Th...
Perceptions | 03
January 08, 2018 12:06 - 23 minutes - 13.4 MBPerceptions? Perceptions of what? Or whom? On this week's episode of Smirk, Amanda reveals her short story centered around the characters of Ashley and Jake. This story hopes to unravel your own perceptions, as immediately following we discuss the underlying moral of the story, and it might take you by surprise. It's one we hope you enjoy, but please know it is a heavier topic. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writ...
The Fall | 02
January 01, 2018 08:30 - 28 minutes - 16.1 MBAs we kick off a new year, winter has already begun its annual barrage of snowfall and freezing temperatures. To cope, Aaron tells a story about a mother, her young son, and how a little winter can go a long way. Don't miss this episode of Smirk, as we dive into a topic as timely as any, but rarely discussed. Welcome to Smirk. A podcast that covers society and culture through a storytelling lens. Part creative writing, part discussion, and always interesting. Each week our hosts brings...