Shut Up and Listen

Mairin Strauss
  • 5.0 (11)
  • Comedy Interviews
  • Weekly

The podcast where you send me your most unhinged, hilarious, and painfully relatable stories—and I read them out loud to a guest of my choice. Whether it’s a worst date, a near-death experience, a workplace nightmare, or something I haven’t even thought of yet, the more unhinged, the better. All submissions are completely anonymous. So grab a snack, get comfortable, and whatever you do... Shut Up & Listen.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Mairin Minisode: Jumping out of trees and falling off cliffs

    Welcome to my very first Mairin Minisode! A new series of mini episodes where I yap about my life, share some of my wildest stories, and probably overshare a little along the way. To submit YOUR stories:⁠⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  2. Oct 26

    Animal Encounters: Part 2

    From the top 10 most UNHINGED animals in Australia to an absolutely INSANE cougar encounter, Animal Encounters Part 2 is WILD. Buckle up for stories that will leave you questioning how we peacefully coexist with some of these creatures. To submit YOUR stories:⁠⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  3. Oct 19

    SPOOKY STORIES: Part 2

    ANOTHER ONE!! We're back with Spooky Stories Part 2! Aliens, graveyards, and haunted little girls! You'll want to listen to this one in the daylight. So grab a snack, get comfortable, LOCK YOUR DOORS, and whatever you do... Shut up and Listen!! To submit YOUR stories:⁠⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  4. Oct 12

    SPOOKY STORIES: Part 1

    Skinwalkers. Ghosts. Stories you can’t unhear. 👻 Our spooky October episode is here, so shut up and listen... if you dare. Happy October Witches! To submit YOUR stories:⁠⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  5. Oct 5

    Celebrity Encounters: Part 2

    We’re BACK with Celebrity Encounters Part 2 because, obviously, we had way too many stories to fit into one episode. We’re diving into even more of our own encounters AND some of your wild submissions. Apparently, we’ve all had a run-in with someone famous. To submit YOUR stories:⁠⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  6. Sep 28

    Love Stories

    Despite the lack of true love in our own lives, this week my sister, Ella, and I dive into two epic love stories that transcend time, oceans, and even war. These stories are precious, heartbreaking, and proof that maybe — just maybe — romance isn’t dead after all. You won’t want to miss this one. ❤️ To submit YOUR stories:⁠ https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  7. Sep 21

    Worst Dates: Part 2

    We're BACKKKKKKKK... with WORST DATES PT. 2! And I promise, this round is just as wild as the first. My lil bro Ian is back in the chair with me, so you know the drill... grab a snack, get comfortable, and whatever you do... SHUT UP AND LISTEN!! To submit YOUR stories: https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  8. Sep 14

    Animal Encounters: Part 1

    This week, I’m joined by my friend from AUSTRALIA to talk all things ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS! From moose to alligators to kangaroos and emus, we’ve got some wild stories. But... as per usual, we didn’t even scratch the surface, so stay tuned for Part 2!! To submit YOUR stories: ⁠https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  9. Sep 7

    Celebrity Encounters: Part 1

    This week, I’m joined by two of my best friends to unpack our wildest run-ins with celebs… most of which are, coincidentally, tall athletic men. From celebrities hitting on us to completely unexpected encounters around the world, this episode is chaotic, hilarious, and probably a little delusional. We wrap things up with a few of your celebrity encounters before diving into even more of your submissions — and plenty more of our own — in Part 2! To submit YOUR stories: https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

  10. Aug 31

    Most Embarrassing Moments

    Today’s episode dives into your MOST EMBARRASSING MOMENTS—from painfully awkward encounters and public humiliation to the moments that still keep you up at night years later. Prepare to cringe, laugh, and be very thankful it wasn’t you… this is Most Embarrassing Moments. Submit YOUR story!

  11. Aug 24

    Worst Dates: Part 1

    We’ve all had them, we all hate them, but we LOVE to hear about them. Today’s episode dives into BAD DATES with my guest (and baby bro), Ian Strauss, as we react to your painfully awkward dating encounters. From dates that should’ve ended before they even started to questionable decisions and plenty of secondhand embarrassment… this is Worst Dates: Part 1. To submit your own story: https://tr.ee/Ihi42vGjGz

    Worst Dates: Part 1
  • 11 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
11 Ratings

About

The podcast where you send me your most unhinged, hilarious, and painfully relatable stories—and I read them out loud to a guest of my choice. Whether it’s a worst date, a near-death experience, a workplace nightmare, or something I haven’t even thought of yet, the more unhinged, the better. All submissions are completely anonymous. So grab a snack, get comfortable, and whatever you do... Shut Up & Listen.

Information

  • Creator
    Mairin Strauss
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mairin Strauss
  • Show Website
    Shut Up and Listen

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