Strangerville

This time in Strangerville, the Suzzzz takes the Strangerville Live stage to explain why she plans to die alone in a house full of cats. Story Pass the Cats, by Suzanne Hickman (AKA, The Suzzzz) Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_37_Pass_the_Cats_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, a storyteller takes the stage at Strangerville Live to remind us that . . . most people are good. Story You Are Now in Paraguay, by Rachel Miller Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter   http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_36_You_Are_Now_In_Paraguay.mp3

This time in Strangerville, a woman in Hawaii buys a gift for her parents that ends up changing her life forever. Story 23 and My Parents, by Alex (music by bensound.com) Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_35_23_and_My_Parents_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, two people fall in love from opposite ends of the Earth without ever seeing a picture of one another. Story: Pen Pals, By Mark and Marisa Sheldon (music by bensound.com) http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_34_Pen_Pals_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, the Utah State Bar sends an unfortunate email to thousands of lawyers, and Eli stumbles upon a biker who has been hit by a car. Story Car Accident, by Eli McCann (courtesy of The Porch) Produced by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_33_Car_Accident_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Meg informs Eli that he will be the last person to know if she ever becomes pregnant. Which is disappointing. Also, a tinder date goes very very wrong. Story You Don’t Need This, by Jimmy Rickard (music by bensound.com) Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_32_You_Dont_Need_This_2.mp3

This time in Stranger, a man explains how a very strange wedding photo came to be. Also, Meg and Eli talk way too much about TV. Story Wedding Photo, by Anthony Bussio Production by Eli McCann & Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_31_Wedding_Photo_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, would you rather have someone tell you you’re living up to potential or that you’re not living up your potential? Also, a 12-year-old boy makes a terrible and brave mistake. Story Election Night, by Eli McCann (music by bensound.com) Produced by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_30_Election_Night_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, two women tell one story about a most uncomfortable breakup. Story: 1. Trunk in Love, by Carson Walter and Lauren Mortensen Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_28_Trunk_in_Love_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Meg Morley Walter shares a tragic story about a young puppy. Also, Disneyland corndogs. Story: Max, by Meg Morley Walter, music by Colin Hatch (originally produced by Derrick Clements for The Porch) http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_27_Max_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Meg hangs out with Mitt Romney, Eli makes a huge mistake in San Francisco, the Utah Opera/Utah Symphony drops by to remind us that all theaters are haunted, and an opera singer survives two double-lung transplants. Segments: 1. The Ghost Light, by Jeff Counts (music: Prelude to Moby-Dick by Jake Heggie) (Starts at 12:11) 2. The Encore, by Charity Sunshine Tillemann-Dick (music provided by bensound.com) (Starts at 20:45) http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_26_Encore_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, Eli confronts Meg about her offensive comments regarding their relationship and a woman tells the story of the worst date. Like, ever. Story: “Pressure on the Barrel” by Christy (music by bensound.com) Production by Eli McCann and Meg Walter http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_25_Pressure_on_the_Barrel_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville we kick off our new format for 2018 and bring you our first story for the year. In this episode, Meg and Eli clear the air on the “Thanksgiving pecan incident,” a woman has a scare while babysitting a boy with special needs, and, of course, some TV is discussed. Story: “Sliced Bras” by Megan Production by Meg Walter and Eli McCann http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_24_Sliced_Bras.mp3

This time in Strangerville we find out what other people’s bad dates look like so we can feel better about our own. A woman is confronted by an unexpected guest at dinner. A blind date goes wrong when a man overestimates his love for Slim Jims. A guy breaks all four of a woman’s low-bar rules. A canoe trip leads to unwanted advances. And a text message goes to the wrong person. Don’t miss these and many other stories from the Strangerville hive mind in this cringe-worthy episode. Intro by Adrianne Jones Segment: 1. Four Rules by The Suzzzz and music by Bensound.com Hosted by Meg Morley Walter and Eli McCann and story contributions from many of you. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_23_The_World_of_Dates_3.mp3

This time in Strangerville, babysitters share their worst nightmares. An aunt and a niece recount a series of unfortunate events on bath night. A teenage girl has to call in law enforcement to help scare a problem child. And a young mom learns what it’s like to manage an army of neighborhood toddlers. Stay tuned, and enjoy a quick dip into the babysitter’s club with us. Intro: Amy Rose Water Tsunami, by Krishelle and EmrieCuffed, by The SuzzzzzPoison Control, by Rachel MillerSome music from this episode provided by Ben Sound. Production assistance by Jolyn Metro. Produced by Meg Walter and Eli McCann. Contributions by Ivy Walter. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_22_The_World_of_Babysitting_2.mp3

This time in Strangerville, four stories about exaggerated fear. College kids cause a stir in their small town. A child remembers a gas station encounter much more colorfully than his father. A bunch of 80s and 90s kids discuss a traumatizing episode of a popular children’s show. And a woman reflects on her trick-or-treating past. Stay tuned, and watch some people get irrationally scared in this special Halloween episode. Intro: by Eli McCann Segments: 1. Murder on Main (9:19), by Grandpa Boyd and Meg Morley Walter 2. The Stabbing (14:53), by Ben and Mike Miller 3. Refrigerator Death (25:52), by Eli McCann, contributions by Jennifer Friess, DeAnne Hale, and several others 4. Trick or Treat (50:50), by Meg Morley Walter Production Assistance by Derrick Clements and Jolyn Metro http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_21_The_World_of_Spooks_4.mp3

This time in Strangerville, the recording from our third Strangerville Live show. A puppy teaches a man in his underwear the meaning of irony. A teenager learns about consequences the hard way. A young woman accidentally becomes a kindergarten teacher. A little girl begins a long life of suffering from a chronic condition. And a writer bullies a giant corporation via Twitter. Stay tuned and enjoy some candy from Strangers. Hosts: Meg Walter & Eli McCann Intro: Hotdogs, by Eli McCann Stories: 1. Sconecutter, by Michael Scott Henriksen 2. Kindergarten, by Jolyn Metro 3. A Permanent Swear, by Lauren Bade 4. Maytag, by Heather B. Armstrong http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_20_Strangerville_Live_3_Final.mp3

This time in Strangerville we explore stories about crime and punishment and how those two things don’t always align. A mother mostly fails in her efforts to teach her six-year-old that stealing is wrong. A little boy’s parents take things a little too far as they try to teach him a lesson. A drug-dealing teenager’s luck runs out. And a man becomes a detective in search for his stolen bike. Please join us in the land where Strangers really do have the best candy. Intro: By Eli McCann Hosted by Meg Walter and Eli McCann Segments: 1. Bread and Water, by Brad Morley 2. Pencil Pornographer, by Rob Anderson 3. Bike Thief, by Shawn Hammond Some music provided by Jared Bird and production assistance by Jolyn Metro. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_19_The_World_of_Crime_and_Punishment_2.mp3

This week, Eli and Jolyn (badly) play their favorite game: What The Hell Happened. http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Short_What_the_Hell_Happened.mp3

This time in Strangerville we explore stories from people (including many of you!) who have survived a nearly insurmountable amount of embarrassment. A young woman experiences the unthinkable during a college class presentation. A tanning bed mishap invokes a panicked response that only makes things worse. A newlywed has an uncomfortable encounter with his mother-in-law. And a grandmother unwittingly puts on a show for an entire restaurant full of people. Laugh and cringe with us and feel a little better about your own badges of honor. Intro: Meg Walter Segments: 1. Marshal Law by Lauren 2. Like Unsticking Something From A Pan story and music by David Peterson 3. Scarred For Life by Dianne Young, Dana Simmons Geddes, & Jamie Young Clark http://traffic.libsyn.com/strangerville/Episode_18_The_World_of_Embarrassment_5.mp3