Trump vs. Me
I received some good news today. Back in July of 2017, I was blocked by Donald Trump on Twitter after tweeting at him: While there are ways to get around a…
A small but glorious victory thanks to Charlie and Elysha
I'm on the beach with Charlie, watching him play in the sand when a man about my age approaches. My thought is always the same:"Damn. He knows me, but I…
Speak Up Storytelling #11: Jessica Isom
Episode #11 of Speak Up Storytelling is now ready for your listening pleasure.On this week's episode, we talk about finding and crafting stories in your everyday life using my strategy "Homework…
Windows down. Music up.
Driving home alone after performing in Maine last week, I decided to spend the last hour of my four-hour drive with the windows down and the music up. Music blasted. Springsteen.…
“What the Heck?” – Episode 1 (Seeds and boys in dresses)
I've launched a third podcast called "What the Heck?" It's an occasional conversation with my kids, Clara and Charlie."What the heck?" is a favorite expression of Charlie. Honestly, I'm doing it just…
Devil lady
I stopped at McDonald's while I was in Michigan to get myself breakfast each morning before heading off to record the audio version of Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change…
Crazy man in the airport
On the way to Michigan, my plane encountered a mechanical problem. After sitting on the runway for more than an hour, the pilot asked us to disembark while they attempted…
Lemonade advertising was never so legal (or clever) before
There are days when I wish I worked in advertising. I'm sure the industry isn't as fun, creative, or permissive as I would like to think, but I think I could…
Never Have I Ever: 12 things is now 14 things, partially because I’m a jerk
Three years ago I made a list of 12 things that most people have at least tried in some what that I have never done. My "Never Have I Ever" list. I…
Get a cat
Earlier this week, I heard a clattering of bowls in the kitchen. When Charlie and I went to investigate, we found Pluto sitting atop the refrigerator, and if you look…
