York Story Slam

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On April 16, eleven storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York. The theme for our April story slam was GOING THE DISTANCE. We heard stories of great physical distances traveled, geographic distances that felt hopelessly far, and two pregnancy and delivery stories.  In the end, our winner was Ty Lohr, who won with his story about the first road trip he and his friend took as adults. Next up we have a story from Christina Kauffman, who shared a story about her childhood paper route. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from John Teske. John shared his story of the memorable hike he took on the eve of his 50th birthday. All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.  Tickets for our events are available on our website, and while you’re

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On March 19th, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York. The theme for our March Story Slam was SILVER LININGS. We heard stories of falling short then seeing the light, positive takeaways from hardships and major life events, and even one story about a pie contest. In the end, our winner was Angela Marick, who won with her story about a turning point in her formerly "vanilla" life. Next up we have a story from Phil Rearich, who shared his story of finding silver linings amid life's challenges. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Jamie Beth. Jamie shared her story about a "pie-off" that took place shortly after she started a new job in NYC. All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York. Tickets for our events are availabl

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On February 19, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York.   The theme for our February story slam was BAD DATES. We heard stories of bad matches, bad behavior, and meeting the parents (sometimes way too soon).   In the end, our winner was Mina Edmondson, with her story about the life lesson she took away from several dates with a man she met on Match.com. Next up we have a story from Mark Lentz, who told us of a mountain biking trip gone wrong when his then-girlfriend tagged along. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Hannah Church. Hannah shared her story of a date given one too many chances in the Yankee Candle store. All the winners from this year’s open mic story slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in York.  Tickets for our events are available on our website, a

Welcome to the York Story Slam podcast, where we feature select stories from our monthly open mic storytelling events in York, Pennsylvania. On January 15th, ten storytellers shared their stories with our audience at Holy Hound Taproom in downtown York. Our theme for the evening was RESOLUTIONS. We heard stories of people who inspire us to be better, what it takes to make a change, and why some resolutions are better left alone. In the end, our winner was Matt McDunnell, with his story about a tumultuous relationship with his college scriptwriting instructor. Matt earned a spot in our Grand Slam in November!  Next up we have a story from Kat Brown, who told us of her ambitious New Year's Eve efforts to purge negative things from her life. Our final story on this month’s podcast comes from Kate Harmon. Kate shared her recent experiences with being present and supporting those she loves. All the winners from this year’s open mic Story Slam events will return to compete for the title of Best Storyteller in