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Story Worthy

1,139 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 528 ratings

Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story Worthy, Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show, and My Life In 3 Songs exclusively on Spotify.
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Episodes

841- Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show from April 6th 2024 with Danny Zuker, Wendi McLendon-Covey & Blaine Capatch

April 09, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

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 Lechner! Plus, our audience member Michael! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week Ho...

840- The "Hendrie" Documentary with Radio Legend Phil Hendrie

April 02, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 41.6 MB

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 Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer ...

839- Catching My Boyfriend Cheating On Me with Comedian Esther Ku

March 26, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 12.1 MB

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 how she's doing years later.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story ...

838- How I Got Cast As Peter Brady with Actor/Entrepreneur Christopher Knight

March 19, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

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 Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of ...

837- Being Lauren Bacall's Servant with Actor Larry Clarke

March 12, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MB

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 chance to meet Anthony Hopkins. However, the gig ended up a disaster. Larry was treated as her "slave boy" and he it came to a head when he almost ...

836- Growing Up in 3 Cults with Comedian Uriah Wesman

March 05, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutes - 31.7 MB

Comedian Uriah Wesman shares a story no one should have to tell. He was brought up by his parents who were in 3 different cults. One of the cult leaders told his parents to have a baby and name him Uriah. So they did. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and prod...

835- Bad Decisions with Author/Photographer Scott Michael Nathan

February 27, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 35.9 MB

Author/Photographer/Artist Scott Michael Nathan ("The Big Book of Bad Decisions") shares stories about Ivanka Trump, Bill Clinton, the Dalai Lama, and so many more from his brand new book "The Big Book of Bad Decisions."  Listen! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, h...

834- Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show at The Lyric Hyperion 2-10-24

February 20, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday February 10th, 2024. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Actress/Host Melissa Peterman. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Jen Curcio, Michael-David Ker, and actress Erin Alexis and our audience member Devlin! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week Ho...

833- Being Fearful with Actress/Author Annie Korzen

February 13, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 37.2 MB

Actress/Author Annie Korzen ("The Book of Annie- Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer," Tik Tok Influencer, Seinfeld, "Annie Korzen Famous Actress") shares the wisdom she's accumulated over 8 decades. She talks about how she has been fearful all her life. Raising a boy wasn't easy, especially when he wanted to drive to Vegas in his friends open air jeep. "Fearful" was an underestimate for what Annie felt. Listen to find out what Annie's solution was.  Each week Hollywoo...

832- Getting Mugged At 15 with Comedian/Entrepreneur Ian Stanley

February 06, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 37.8 MB

Comic and Entrepreneur, Ian Stanley (C*ntroversy) was 15 years old, living in England, and going to a tennis academy when he was approached in the street by five guys who asked for his money. Ian kept calm and did what they asked, but the event made a major impact on Ian's life. For one, he moved back to America. Listen! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podc...

831- How Meth Saved My Life with Comedian Greg Baldwin

January 30, 2024 09:00 - 22 minutes - 18 MB

Comic/Voiceover Actor Greg Baldwin (The Actors Theater, The Comedy Store,The Improv ) knew he liked sugar, alcohol, cocaine, and other addictive substances.... but meth? Plus, Greg had a great job, why would he risk it? Answer- Meth is gooodd.....  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackbur...

830- Backstage At NBC with Television Writer/Author Shelley Herman

January 23, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 37.8 MB

Television Writer/Author Shelley Herman ("My Peacock Tale: Secrets From An NBC Page") shares stories about Johnny Carson and working backstage at NBC. If you love Hollywood talk, this is the show for you! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story...

829- Going To A Mexican Prison with Comedian/Musician/Writer Dave Hill

January 16, 2024 09:00 - 56 minutes - 45.2 MB

Comic/Musician/Writer Dave Hill (Valley Lodge, "The Awesome Game One Man's Incredible, Globe-Crushing Hockey Odyssey" "Parking the Moose"  "Tasteful Nudes," "Dave Hill Doesn’t Live Here Anymore," New York Times, GQ, Salon, The Paris Review, McSweeney’s, New York Observer, Guitar World) had so much fun performing at Sing Sing, he decided to take the act to a Mexican Prison. Yep, that's Dave Hill! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal s...

828- I Was George Harrison's Ghost Writer with Author/Journalist Ivor Davis

January 09, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes - 11 MB

Author Ivor Davis (The Beatles and Me On Tour) traveled with the Beatles watching them make rock history in 1964. On assignment for the London Daily Express, Ivor enjoyed unrestricted access to the four boys-from their hotel suites to backstage at concert arenas to their private jet. If you are any kind of Beatles fan, this is fascinating!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebra...

827- Juice Cleanse in Bali with Writer Laura House

January 02, 2024 17:26 - 15 minutes - 12.9 MB

TV Writer Laura House (“Mouth Punch” Comedy Album, Tiny Victories Podcast, Meditator) was fed up with a stressful sitcom writing job and bad food and stress, so she went to Bali for detox including a raw food & juice cleanse. What came out was more than she expected. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded....

826- What Happened In 2023? with Story Worthy Host Christine Blackburn

December 26, 2023 18:38 - 15 minutes - 12.5 MB

Christine Blackburn (Host, Producer, Creator, My Life In 3 Songs, Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show, Comic) shares her greatest epiphany in 2023, stop drinking.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story Worthy, Story Smash the Storytelling ...

825- Family Vacation On A Houseboat with Singer Paige Bryan

December 19, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Singer/Songwriter Paige Bryan (shared the stage with Erykah Badu, Macy Gray, Jennifer Hudson and Brian Culbertson. TV appearances-The Mo’Nique Show, The Today Show, Sinbad: It’s Just Family) took a vacation on a houseboat with her dad Sinbad, and let's just say, no one had any business being on that boat.   Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July...

824- How I Became A Playboy Centerfold with Model Angel Boris

December 12, 2023 20:31 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

Playmate Angel Boris talks about how she went from Hawaiian Tropic model, to Playboy Centerfold. Finally, a bunny on Story Worthy!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story Worthy, Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show, and My Life in 3 Songs e...

823- The Babysitter with Actress/Writer Lauren Weedman

December 05, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

Lauren Weedman, actress/author/theater artist, (Miss Fortune: Fresh Perspectives on Having it All from Someone Who is NOT OKAY, Hung) shares a very personal story about a psychic, her husband, and the babysitter. Listen to this breathtaking tale from one of the most talented women in the business, Lauren Weedman!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting ...

822- Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show LIVE at The Lyric/Hyperion 11-25-23

November 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 51 MB

Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday November 25th, 2023. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Greg Proops and Author/Actress Annabelle Gurwitch. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Lisa Orkin, Beto Urias and actress Iris Braydon and our audience member Erica Blumfield! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week...

821- Nominated Best Comedian (But Did He Win?) with Comedian Adam Ferrara

November 21, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Comic/Actor Adam Ferrara (30 Minutes You'll Never Get Back, Nurse Jackie) was nominated for the Comedian of the Year from the American Comedy Awards and invited his parents to Los Angeles for the ceremony. How well did his parents do on the red carpet? Did Adam win? Listen and find out! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 80...

820- Dating App Mishap with Comedy Writer Jordan Morris

November 14, 2023 14:55 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Comedy Writer Jordan Morris ("Youth Group," "Bubble," HBO Max, "Jordan, Jesse, Go!" Comedy Central, Cartoon Network) met a girl he was chatting with on a dating site and they decided to meet in person. From there, they got into Jordan's car heading for The Village Idiot. During the car ride, the girl started talking about her boyfriend. That seemed odd, until they both realized they were not the people they were supposed to be meeting.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the ent...

819- I Lost It in Rome with Writer Bill Odenkirk

November 07, 2023 09:02 - 26 minutes - 21.1 MB

Writer Bill Odenkirk (Disenchantment, The Simpsons, Futurama, Mr. Show) took a trip to Rome with a girl he was in the process of breaking up with. You think that’s bad? Don't. That's the good part! It gets worse. Listen to a trip to Rome you’ll never forget from writer Bob Odenkirk! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 ep...

818- How I Met Piggy Demon with Comedian Dana Gould

October 31, 2023 14:07 - 15 minutes - 12 MB

Comedian Dana Gould went to a Halloween store in Los Angeles trying to find someone to help him find an apartment for his friend Maila Nurmi (the actress who played Vampira.) There he was introduced to Piggy Demon (the guitarist for Rob Zombie) and together they helped find television's first horror host a home. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in...

817- The Most Humiliating Night of My Life with Author Marian Keyes

October 24, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

For over twenty years Marian Keyes has been writing funny, internationally bestselling fiction about modern women in the modern world. Bestselling Author Marian Keyes (Again Rachel, Grown Ups, Under The Duvet) was invited to a swanky party in London for a style magazine. The theme was "Come as a Joan," so Marian designed an elaborate Joan of Arc costume and was the best dressed Joan at the party. But unfortunately, she was the only Joan there. Listen to this hilarious mix-up now on Story Wor...

816- The Filming of "Halloween Party" with Filmmaker/Author Linda Palmer

October 17, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

Filmmaker/Author Linda Palmer ("Shooting For The Stars- A Film Producers Journey,"  Turnover, Halloween Party, The Wedding Video, Last Call At Murray's, Our Father, Look @Me) shares the incredible story of filmming her first movie- Halloween Party. The pre-production, the production, the post-production. The good, the bad, the ugly. It's all here! If you have any interest in filmmaking, this is the episode for you! Enjoy! And pick up Linda's new book "Shooting For The Stars." Each week Hol...

815- Getting A Role In AppleTV+ "Shrinking" with Comedian/Actor Matt Knudsen

October 10, 2023 15:13 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Comedian/Actor Matt Knudsen ("Have I Seen You In Anything?: True Hollywood Stories from a Guy that Seems Familiar," Conan, The Late Late Show, Comics Unleashed, Key & Peele, Workaholics, The Big Bang Theory) sent in an audition tape for a huge project on Apple TV+ and much to his surprise got the call every actor dreams of. He got the part! AND it was working with Harrison Ford and Jason Segal. Just WOW! You'll love this episode of SUCCESS!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in th...

814- Growing Up a Jehovah's Witness with Comedian Katie Love

October 03, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MB

Katie Love, Writer-Comedian and Producer ("Two Tickets to Paradise - From Cult to Comedy," "Cubicide," The Laugh Gallery) grew up a Jehovah's Witness, became a salesperson, and finally found her passion on stage and on the page. Listen to this extraordinary tale of finding your way out of a cult and on to your true path in life. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years...

813- Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show LIVE at The Lyric Hyperion, LA 9-23-23

September 26, 2023 08:09 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday September 23, 2023. 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 Jonathan Galeano, Erica Blumfield, Glen Dunzweiler, and audience member Leesa Severyn! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week Holly...

812- I Was A Roadie in My Mother's Band with Comic/Actress Mary Kennedy

September 19, 2023 08:00 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MB

Actress Mary Kennedy (Shameless Hall of Shame, Shameless, ER, Conan) grew up managing her mother's band, The Mood Swings, at the age of 15. If that doesn't prepare you for a life in show business, what would?  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of ...

811- Getting Ripped Off with Comedian Greg Fitzsimmons

September 12, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutes - 12.2 MB

Comic Greg Fitzsimmons (Fitzdog Radio, Sunday Papers with Mike Gibson, Howard Stern Show, Adam Carolla Podcast) was part of the 80's comedy boom. Getting ripped off by booking agents was NOT uncommon. But Greg had the opportunity to get revenge on an agent who screwed everyone. And wait till you hear what he did!   Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting...

810- The Rogue Ballerina with Ballerina/Author Georgina Pazcoguin

September 05, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

Ballerina/Author Georgina Pazcoguin ("Swan Dive: The Rogue Ballerina," New York City Ballet, Cats) has been dancing her entire life and on today's show we hear about the art form of ballet, the dedication, and backstage antics, of the New York City Ballet. Introducing the good, the bad, and the absolutely hilarious life of The Rogue Ballerina, Georgina Pazoguin. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast...

809- Working At Yankee Stadium For 40 Years with Actor/Director/Author Stewart J. Zully

August 29, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes - 11 MB

Actor/Director/Author Stewart J. Zully  ("My Life In Yankees Stadium: 40 Years as a Vendor And Other Tales of Growing Up Almost Sane.") As an actor you've seen Stewart in Wolf (w/ Jack Nicholson), For The Boys (w/ Bette Midler), Bonfire of the Vanities (w/ Morgan Freeman) and Malcolm X (w/ Denzel Washington,) tells a fascinating story about being a vendor at Yankee Stadium for 40 years. One night, after the Yankees won the championship, Stewart ran the bases in the middle of the night with o...

808- My Children's Book Was Banned In Texas with Comedy Writer Mike Reiss

August 22, 2023 08:00 - 17 minutes - 14.3 MB

Writer/Traveler Mike Reiss (The Simpsons, “What Am I Doing Here?” Podcast) was baffled when schools in Massachusetts, Iowa, and the entire state of Texas banned his innocent children's book. The reason turned out to be dumber and weirder than he could have imagined.   Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded...

807- Sex Bomb with Comedian/Author Sadia Azmat

August 14, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 41.5 MB

Comic/Author Sadia Azmat (Sex Bomb, No Country For Young Women Podcast) shares the story of why she wrote her book Sex Bomb. It's a great conversation about hijabs, burkas, culture, mosques, comedy and of course, sex! Enjoy!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host...

806- Working On A Cruise Ship with Writer Kristine Kimmel

August 08, 2023 08:05 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MB

Writer Kristine Kimmel (How To Survive with Danielle and Kristine) thought her international travel dream had begun when she got a job, as a crew member, on a Royal Norwegian Cruise Ship. The interviewer tried to talk her out of it, but she didn't listen and entered hell on the high seas. Enjoy this behind the scenes look at what really happens on cruise ships!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast...

805- How Little League Became A Grief Group with Author Teresa Strasser

August 01, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MB

Author Teresa Strasser (Making It Home: Life Lessons From A Season of Little League, Exploiting My Baby, The List, Adam Carolla) shares a story about how Little League became a grief group. You have to listen, this book is fantastic!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creat...

804- My Most Troublesome Apartment with Comedian Debra DiGiovanni

July 25, 2023 15:07 - 16 minutes - 13.5 MB

Comic Debra DiGiovanni (Comedy Central, Just For Laughs, Last Comic Standing) was bedridden, with damage to her Achilles heel, when a family of raccoons decided to move in. I mean, FAMILIES of raccoons decided to move in! Listen and enjoy this hilarious story about her most troublesome apartment, now on Story Worthy Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcastin...

803- Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show from July 15, 2023

July 18, 2023 14:51 - 1 hour - 61.8 MB

Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played Live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday July 15th. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Writer Peter Mehlman and Actress/Comedian Melissa Peterman! The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Jacob Rosalez, CM Gorham, Kelly Spillman and audience member Soomin Chun! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week Hollywood’s most talente...

802- My Babysitter vs. Gilbert Gottfried with Writer/Actress Mollie Heckerling

July 11, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 12.9 MB

Comic/Actress Mollie Heckerling (RATSO) had a babysitter who decided to take on their close family friend and Molly’s - Gilbert Gottfried. This argument landed them on the Howard Stern Show, for several episodes! Listen to Mollie recount this and many more stories growing up with her mom Amy Heckerling. Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 202...

801- Getting Mugged with Comedian Geoffrey Asmus

July 04, 2023 08:00 - 42 minutes - 34.4 MB

Comedian Geoffrey Asmus (The Only Funny White Comedian in America, You're An Idiot Podcast) was walking home late at night in Chicago, when he was mugged by a guy who did not know how to use Geoffrey's phone. So Geoffrey helped him reset his own phone to the factory settings. And then the guy walked away with Geoffrey's phone. What in the world?? Listen to find out about Geoffrey's bad night.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal sto...

800- The Night I Realized I Could Kill Another Person with Writer/Comedian/Actor Chris Gethard

June 27, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 23 MB

Comic Chris Gethard (Half My Life, Conan, Beautiful Anonymous, UCB) bought a Christmas tree and had it delivered to his New York City apartment. The delivery man appeared to be an innocent goofy guy, but turned out to be anything but. Listen to this tense and horrific story wherever you listen to podcasts!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July...

799- Jury Duty with Comic/Filmmaker Brian Farrell (aka Brian DeCoy)

June 20, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutes - 28.4 MB

Comic/Filmmaker Brian Farrell (Jury Duty, South Pasadena Short Films) was asked to play a potential juror on the Amazon Freevee show "Jury Duty." Brian stepped up and met with the "mark" Ronald Gladden for the first 2 days of Jury Duty. Listen to this hilarious story of how Brian led on the lead, Ronald Gladden. And if you haven't seen Jury Duty, watch it! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Stor...

798- Eating Dinner Next To A Pride of Lions with Dancer/Actress Heather Morris

June 13, 2023 08:00 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MB

Dancer/Actress Heather Morris, (The Bystanders Podcast, Glee, background dancer for Beyonce, Dancing With the Stars) took the trip of a lifetime to Africa, and ended up having dinner next to a pride of lions with a fresh zebra kill. Listen to this fantastic story about going on safari in Africa with the talented Heather Morris!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 yea...

797- Coming Out with Comedian Judy Gold

June 06, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 15.8 MB

Judy Gold, comic/author/thinker (Yes, I Can Say That: When They Come for the Comedians, We Are All in Trouble) knew she was gay at the age of 3, but coming out took another couple of decades. Listen to hear this incredible story from one of the funniest people working in comedy, Judy Gold!  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has ove...

796- Adopting Tigers And Ligers with Big Cat Rescue Owner & Activist Carole Baskin

May 30, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

Carole Baskin (Big Cat Activist, Tiger King, Dancing with The Stars) shares a story about saving the lives of 2 tigers and a liger that were abandoned by their owner. Plus, Christine and Carole talk about the documentary Tiger King and her appearance of Dancing With The Stars. Listen! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 ...

795- Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show LIVE at The Lyric/Hyperion May 20, 2023

May 23, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played Live at The Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday May 20th. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Actress/Comedian Melissa Peterman! The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Bronston Jones, Tina Comedo and storyteller Kona Morris! Listen to the drama, the funny and the peculiar stories on STORY SMASH! SPIN THAT WHEEL!! Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the...

794- Refused By A Hotel with Activist/OYT Make-up Owner Courtnei Lee

May 16, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 42 MB

Courtnei Lee (OYT Make-up Owner, Trans Activist, Entrepreneur) was walking in downtown Vancouver when she needed to use the bathroom. She walked into the closest hotel only to be denied entrance by the hotel concierge. What in the world happened? Listen to find out!   Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 800 episodes recorded...

793- My Worst Film Festival with Comedian/Filmmaker Josh Edelman

May 09, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 45 MB

Comic Josh Edelman (Mentally Al, The Jew Rogain Experience) was thrilled when his web series made it into a prestigious film festival. But when he arrived, he found the festival to be less than he expected and his film, well his film, was screened in a gymnasium in front on 5 people. Ouch. Listen to this tale as old as time, a hopeful filmmaker gets involved in a shitty film festival.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on ...

792- How I Came Out To My Mom with Comedian Belinda Carroll

May 02, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 43.3 MB

Comedian Belinda Carroll (Portland Queer Comedy Festival) grew up with a mom from West Virginia who thought her daughter would appreciate a Chippendale’s poster. Belinda did not and finally admitted to her sexuality. It would take some time, but finally her mom accepted Belinda was gay.  Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrated 13 years of podcasting in July 2023 and has over 8...

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John Thomas
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Kevin Allison
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Alex Stein
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