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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, 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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A CrossFit coach and soccer coach bring you their take on physical fitness, mental preparation, and overall ways to improve your life!
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Welcome to the ultimate book summary of 📚 "Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy" by Greg Dean! 🎙️ Greg Dean is a trailblazer in comedy education. Forty years ago, he noticed a missing element in the industry: a foundational approach to teaching comedy. Motivated by his love for the craft, Greg shifted from his successful career to focus on teaching stan…
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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into "Say It, Solve It" by Karl James. Here's what you'll learn: The 10 Elements of Impactful Conversations 🗣️💬: Discover the essential elements that make conversations meaningful and effective. Navigating Conversations Like a Pro 🧭🎯: Learn techniques to smoothly steer con…
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Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at the Lyric/Hyperion in Los Angeles Saturday August 10th, 2024. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Comedian Abby Schachner. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Chili Davidson, Kelly Spillman and Jonathon Hollis! O…
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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 Today, we're exploring Part 2 of "Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln." Here's what you'll learn: Churchill's CREAM Framework 🖋️💬: Master the art of crafting memorable quotes using Churchill's CREAM framework. Sound Like a Famous Orator 🗣️📜: Discover a simple hack to turn your prose into poetic sp…
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🎧 Welcome to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're diving into Part 1 of "Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln." Here's what you'll learn: 🗣️⏸️ The Power of Pausing: How strategic pauses can make your speech more impactful. 📊🎉 Making Statistics Engaging: Tips to present data in an interesting way. 🎩💼 Using Props for Presence: How …
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Comic Shane Rogers (Midnight Snacks For Insomniacs Podcast) grew up in a travelling circus. On today's show, Shane talks about circus life and then tells a story that happened in college. Shane was an excellent student and working in the dorms as an RA (resident Assistant.) One night Shane was off campus with friends and partied a little too hard. …
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Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show was played live at the Sessions Retreat in Big Bear, California Saturday July 20th, 2024. Listen to Host Christine Blackburn with Expert Judges Writer Danny Zuker, Comedian Blaine Capatch and Comedian Abby Schachner. The contestants spinning the wheel were comedians Zach Mendez, Tina Comedo and Craig Spivek. O…
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Comedian Jen Kober (No Flies On Me, Bitchin' Over Biscuits Podcast, Cirque De Soleil Mad Apple Show, The Mandalorian, Hacks, Dead To Me, American Horror Story, AJ & The Queen, NPR's Snap Judgement Comedic Performance of the Year Award) shares the story of being arrested in her hometown and sent to jail. The women she meets in the holding cell are p…
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🎧 Welcome back to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In Part 2 of our summary of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay, we cover: 🌟 Improve Your Interventions: Let Friends Be Wrong: Accept different beliefs. Build Golden Bridges: Create pathways to understanding. Use Effective Language: Connect with the right words.…
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🎧 Welcome to Wise Words Book Summaries! 🎧 In this episode, we're exploring Part 1 of "How to Have Impossible Conversations" by Peter Boghossian and James Lindsay. Here's what you'll learn: 🗣️ Navigating Tough Talks: Tips for handling difficult discussions in today's divided world. 📋 Seven Conversation Essentials: Goals, partnerships, rapport, liste…
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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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🎧 Welcome to the Book Summary for "Storyworthy" by Matthew Dicks! 🎧 In this episode, we dive into advanced storytelling techniques to help you craft unforgettable stories. Here's what you'll learn: 🌟 Transformative Moments: Center your story around a life-changing five-second moment, ideally placed near the end. 🎬 Opposite Beginnings and Endings: S…
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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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