Moral of the Story

Max Chopovsky
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Moral of the Story

Interesting people telling their favorite short stories.https://mospod.org

  1. What the f*ck are we doing: Gabrielle Darbyshire's leap of faith on Ecuador's Cotopaxi

    29 DE OUT.

    What the f*ck are we doing: Gabrielle Darbyshire's leap of faith on Ecuador's Cotopaxi

    Gabrielle Darbyshire's life is a whirlwind of daring ventures and groundbreaking achievements. Picture this: Gaby built an electric car, setting the stage for a career that would straddle media, technology, and law with aplomb. From co-founding Gawker Media to producing a documentary on Steve Jobs, Gabby's journey is a tapestry of audacious pursuits. Embark on a global adventure with her as she recounts the thrill of climbing Cotopaxi volcano, and find out how such experiences echo the entrep...

    47min
  2. Coke, booze, and swingers: Comedian Ahmed Al-Kadri's wild night out in Dallas

    8 DE AGO.

    Coke, booze, and swingers: Comedian Ahmed Al-Kadri's wild night out in Dallas

    "Hey, this random dude I just met in the bathroom invited us to their table in the VIP section. Free drinks." Ahmed Al-khadri didn't have to say much more to his two female companions. As 20-somethings, they were ready to party and this was a shortcut. Little did they know that accepting the offer would lead them on the wildest night they had ever experienced.Ahmed recounts the story.MoSpod.org

    47min
  3. I'm not going to finish this book unless I see those letters: bestselling author Jonathan Eig on writing Lou Gehrig's bio

    2 DE JUL.

    I'm not going to finish this book unless I see those letters: bestselling author Jonathan Eig on writing Lou Gehrig's bio

    What if the secrets to crafting unforgettable stories lie in the hidden letters of a baseball legend? Join us on "Moral of the Story" as we sit down with bestselling author Jonathan Icke, who takes us on an enthralling journey from his early days as a newspaper writer to his celebrated career as a book author. Drawing inspiration from comics and sports, Jonathan shares how his love for storytelling was ignited and reveals the pivotal moment spurred by Laura Hillenbrand's "Seabiscuit" that set...

    53min
  4. I could hear a million voices but nothing made sense: Leadership coach David Kitchen on the day he realized he needed help

    13 DE JUN.

    I could hear a million voices but nothing made sense: Leadership coach David Kitchen on the day he realized he needed help

    What if the obstacles you've faced could become the foundation of your greatest achievements? Join us as we uncover the compelling life story of David Kitchen, founder and president of Edge Leadership Academy. Growing up in Pennsylvania with no male role model and financial instability, David found his sanctuary in sports and weightlifting. Despite a knee injury that derailed his college football dreams, his perseverance led him to a successful coaching career at Robert Morris University, UNL...

    46min
  5. He went to shoot and the gun didn't work: Ear Hustle host Earlonne Woods on accidentally preventing a murder

    4 DE ABR.

    He went to shoot and the gun didn't work: Ear Hustle host Earlonne Woods on accidentally preventing a murder

    Long before his 27-year prison term and the creation of the award-winning Ear Hustle podcast, Earlonne Woods was a teenage gang member trying to survive the 1980s LA crack epidemic. One day, Earlonne's brother brought home two new guns. After shooting the weapons, Earlonne, unbeknownst to his brother, decided to clean one of the weapons. There was only one problem: he had no idea what he was doing. He did his best and returned the gun to his brother, who left the house with the weapon.It...

    50min
  6. I've just bought a monkey: Chef Rick Bayless on his most rebellious childhood act

    21 DE MAR.

    I've just bought a monkey: Chef Rick Bayless on his most rebellious childhood act

    Long before the sprawling culinary empire, the Emmy nominated TV shows, the award-winning cookbooks and the White House invitations, Rick Bayless was just a regular kid growing up in Oklahoma City and working at his parents' BBQ restaurant. He played by the rules and wasn't the rebellious type.Until, one day, on his way home from work, he bought a pet monkey. It was an unprecedented act of rebellion that would forever change his family and teach him an indelible lesson on actions and con...

    55min
  7. Going meta: Professional storyteller Terence Mickey on the shocking tale that connected all the dots

    28 DE FEV.

    Going meta: Professional storyteller Terence Mickey on the shocking tale that connected all the dots

    While at the Moth, Terence Mickey split his time between teaching storytelling to Fortune 500 executives through the corporate program and helping at risk-youth and recovering addicts through the outreach program.At first glance, the two programs were worlds apart. But one day, they would collide in spectacular fashion through a Vietnam vet's shockingly graphic recollection of a jungle encounter with the Viet kong. Terence had no idea just how much this collision would light up both prog...

    50min
  8. Mafia memories: Creative guru Scott Donaton on his childhood in mob-controlled South Brooklyn

    22 DE FEV.

    Mafia memories: Creative guru Scott Donaton on his childhood in mob-controlled South Brooklyn

    Growing up in 1970s South Brooklyn (now Carol Gardens), Scott was surrounded by the mob. Wiseguys named Fat Freddie and Big Red drank their espressos and smoked their cigars at the social clubs on the corner. It was idyllic in its own way and he was safe as long as he didn't stray too far.His uncle Frankie, a tough guy's tough guy, was like a father to Scott. Later in life, Frankie had a quadruple bypass surgery and Scott came to visit. Frankie was frail and almost unrecognizable.As Sco...

    39min
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Interesting people telling their favorite short stories.https://mospod.org

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  • Criado por
    Max Chopovsky
  • Anos de atividade
    2020 - 2024
  • Episódios
    60
  • Classificação
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Moral of the Story
  • Site do podcast
    Moral of the Story

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