RISK!

Child’s Play (CRS074)

16 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Ray Christian first shared on the podcast in February of 2015 about dangerous play. Support RISK! on Pat...

Whammy!

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jenna Brister, Betsy Bluto, and Amy Salloway share stories about a sexy massage, a message from beyond, and mysterious illness. Support RISK! on Patre...

I Wonder (CRS073)

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Omri Navot first shared on the podcast in August of 2012 about a breakthrough on a spiritual retreat. Su...

Rebuilding

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew Homenick, Ashton Cynthia Clarke and Kevin McGeehan share stories about a breakdown at yoga class, tension at the airport, and a fateful bank...

Bloodline (CRS072)

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Amber Drea first shared on the podcast in July of 2014 about her mother's relationship with an extremel...

The Best of Holiday Stories #1

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A look back at some of our favorite Yuletide tales from the podcast, as well as a few mini-stories from RISK! fans. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patr...

A Very Transit Strike Christmas (CRS071)

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Brendan Jay Sullivan first shared on the podcast in December of 2018 about the NYC Christmastime Transit...

Holiday Stories #12

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Carolyn Castiglia, Ryan Estrada, David Crabb, Ben Garant and Rory Scholl share seasonal tales in our annual winter holidays special for 2019. Support ...

Jewish Christmas (CRS070)

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that DC Benny first shared on the podcast in December of 2018 about Christmas in a half-Jewish, half-German h...

Trial and Error

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brad Lawrence, Ariel Sherker, and Kurt Mullen share stories about a friend's breakdown, a wedding gone awry, and an estranged father. Support RISK! on...

Welcome Brother (CRS069)

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Al Letson first shared on the podcast in July of 2014 about the new brother he got when he was a kid. S...

Wisdom

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dorma McGruder, Serena Eve Richardson, and D.W. Baldwin share stories about finding one's inner courage, a brother's struggle with alcohol, and a coup...

Bad Nanny (CRS068)

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Mike Blejer first shared on the podcast in January of 2012 about experiences of child abuse and mixed fe...

The Best of RISK! #17

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our 17th compilation of some the best recent true stories told on the RISK! podcast. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISK Make a one-t...

The Fat Lady Sings (CRS067)

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Mollena Williams first shared on the podcast in February of 2012 about body positivity. Support RISK! on...

Sketchy

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jake Hart, Mike Cho, and Duchess share stories about trying to get fired, a bad boyfriend, and rescuing a friend from a pimp. Support RISK! on Patreon...

Dickmeat on a Diaper (CRS066)

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Brian Babylon first shared on the show in June of 2012 about an awkward moment on the job. Support RISK!...

Stronger

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mohab Skitt, Michael C. Bryan, and Julia Whitehouse share stories about a pee fetishist's extortion, child prostitution, and leaving an abusive boyfri...

Batter Up! (CRS065)

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Kelli first shared on the show in June of 2012 about an interesting use of a baseball bat. Support RISK!...

Introducing MYTHOLOGY

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is an introduction to a podcast series that we at RISK! are big fans of, MYTHOLOGY from our friends at Parcast. Myths endure for a reason...

Young and Old

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff C, Zoe, and Tom Coleman share stories about shooting a skunk, surviving a predator, and an ending and beginning for a family. Support RISK! on Pa...

Michael Pope Is Gay For Pay (CRS064)

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Michael first shared on the show in June of 2012 about the wonderful world of phone sex. Support RISK! o...

Endurance

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Drew Prochaska, Nick O'Donovan, and Karle Norman share stories about sharks, a pregnancy scare, and the Jehovah's Witnesses. Support RISK! on Patre...

In the Shadows (CRS063)

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Moloch Masters first shared on the podcast in May of 2017 about dark family secrets. Support RISK! on Pa...

Scary Stories #11: Jeepers!

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar Sagastume, Jill Heinerth, Natalie Nicole Dressel, Cyndi Freeman, and Elise delMas share scary stories in our annual Halloween special. Support R...

Gimme Head (CRS062)

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Beth first shared on the show in November of 2011 with no horseman and one head. Support RISK! on Patr...

Perseverance

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Redd, Erin Barker, and Ernest Anfin share stories about running from the cops, vaginal problem solving, and a custody battle. Support RISK! on P...

The Beast is Real (CRS061)

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Michael first shared on the show in July of 2012 about a violent altercation at work. Support RISK! on P...

With The Mystery Box Show

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

RISK! teamed up with a storytelling show near and dear to our hearts, The Mystery Box Show in Portland, Oregon, for this evening of amazing true stori...

Stop Signs (CRS060)

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Julie Threlkeld first shared on the podcast in July of 2012 about a threat she did not know how to handl...

Our 10th Anniversary Special

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A jam-packed look back at 10 years of a podcast unlike any other. We revisit some of our most amazing stories, songs and turning points Support RISK! ...

Nude Descending a Staircase (CRS059)

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Morgan Bartlett first shared on the show in May of 2012 about an evening of nudity and confusion. Supp...

Jeopardy

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Gregory Pickett, Wes Hazard and Daralyse Lyons share stories about a visit to a crack house, appearing on Jeopardy, and dark family secrets. Support R...

I, Me, Mime (CRS058)

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Kerri Kenney-Silver first shared on the podcast in February of 2010 about the mystical magic of pantomim...

Live From London 2!

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nimisha Ladva, Lyra, Will Attenborough and Radcliffe Royds share stories about racism, coming out trans, a shy guy's first orgy and a drunken night of...

The Great Detective (CRS057)

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Lily Be first shared on the podcast in October of 2013 about why her parents split up. Support RISK! on ...

In Retrospect

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Saku Yanagawa, Laura Burgess, and Shayna Hooker share stories about international dating, a complicated father, and a nearly deadly relationship. Supp...

My Brilliant Career (CRS056)

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Julio Torres first shared on the podcast in September of 2016 about the side jobs he took before his car...

Coping

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Susanna Lee, Avery Williams and Rosie May share stories about sex work, a racially loaded moment, and a fateful paycheck. Support RISK! on Patreon at ...

A Hard Landing (CRS055)

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that JP Michael first shared on the podcast in July of 2016 about a relationship with a girl that developed a...

Intentions

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Laura Kucenty, Jannelle Codianni and Calvin S. Cato share stories about a social worker's toughest case, a woman's work with a sex therapist, and a so...

The Other (CRS054)

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kris talks about how peculiar it was to be a trans man attending the various sex parties among the gay men on Fire Island, most of whom had never seen...

Unstoppable

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sophia Brown and Stefan Alexander share stories about coming face to face with racism and diagnosing a mysterious illness. Support RISK! on Patreon at...

An American Family (CRS053)

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nimisha’s Indian family is not happy to hear she’s marrying a Jewish guy. At the epic Indian wedding, Nimisha’s mom makes the groom a gift, embl...

Bounce Back

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

David Arroyo, Diana Dinerman, and Mike Cotayo share stories about racial tension on the subway, car vandalism as revenge, and a sexual assault between...

Important Announcement!

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

How to get in on our #ListenToRISK social media campaign to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the show between now and October 6. A fun way for all RI...

Bringing Up Baby (CRS052)

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An extra special episode of RISK! brought to you by the new podcast We Love You (and So Can You), featuring a Classic RISK! Single story that Jolenta ...

Jolts

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Peglar, Emerson Dameron, and Amy Brooks share stories about wishing for kisses, a convoluted robbery, and the scars of a family loss. Support RIS...

The Grind (CRS051)

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A pubescent Gilulia learns that the new bean bag her parents put in the den is the perfect sex partner. A story of girl meets bag. Support RISK! on Pa...

Oddballs

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Shaffer, Julie Threlkeld and Regan Wann share stories about a nutty landlord, a bisexual reveal, and a CPR surprise. Support RISK! on Patreon at ...

Slave (CRS050)

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As a black woman, Mollena has very mixed feelings about her desire to engage in “race play,” a kind of BDSM role playing centered around racial di...

Touching

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rafe Williams, Eleanor Brimley and Ken Cosby share stories about messages in bottles, self harm and a beloved father figure. Support RISK! on Patreon ...

The Roof Is On Fire (CRS049)

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recovery from a major surgery, Robert, a straight man, goes to Burning Man and is surprised to be welcomed and cared for by a camp of gay men. During ...

Setbacks

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Shauna McGarry, David Bell and Tracey Starin share stories about hot tubs for hemorrhoids, a Catholic divorce, and staying strong after going blind. S...

The Blindside (CRS048)

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Brett Gelman first shared on the podcast in May of 2011 about being hit by a car. Support RISK! on Patre...

The Best of RISK! Music #16

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our sixteenth collection of our favorite music from the most recent RISK! episodes. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISK Make a one-time donat...

Breaking Through (CRS047)

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In his early 20s, Kevin falls in love with a close friend who doesn’t feel the same way for years. On Fire Island, on ecstasy and ketamine, Kevin ha...

Rebounds

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

John Cotrocois, Edith Gonzalez, and Daniela Mitrovic share stories about drama, experimental dating, and a healing trip. Support RISK! on Patreon at P...

The Marriage of Iman and Johnny Vagina (CRS046)

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Kumail Nanjiani first shared on the podcast in February of 2013 about his unusual wedding day. Support R...

Changing Minds

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Cyndi Freeman, Jake Szczepaniak, and Ollie Gillett share stories about stripping, revisiting an abuser, and attending a sex party as a whole new self...

The Geesh (CRS045)

27 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Robert Bland first shared on the podcast in March of 2013 about working at a piercing parlor. Support RI...

Second Chances

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Seth Morris, Ronda Marwa and Christine share stories about the Kerouac lifestyle, a loved one with dementia, and a friendship that came from a kidney ...

Legends of the Fall (CRS044)

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Shon Kennedy first shared on the podcast in January of 2013 about a memorable gynocological visit. Suppo...

Rarities

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Trystan Reese, Dick Richards and Pashen Black share stories about a pregnant man, a broken dick and a mother's passing. Support RISK! on Patreon at Pa...

Still Very Much In Love (CRS043)

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Chris Garcia first shared on the podcast in February of 2013 about his mom and dad’s love for one ano...

Flexible

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan Bradley Welch, Mav Viola and Sharon Spell share stories about politicians in the closet, a gender journey and a battle with booze. Support RI...

Me and My Shadow (CRS042)

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that CJ Hostetter first shared on the podcast in May of 2014 about a suicidal period she made it through. Sup...

Cleaning Up

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Heller, Krystyna Hutchinson and Lauren Cook share stories about exorcisms, the creepiest karaoke night ever, and the messiest kind of Pussy Powe...

Spindrift (CRS041)

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Laurel Holland first shared on the podcast in July of 2012 about the mysterious disappearance of her fat...

Fundamentals

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Christiaan van Bremen, Charlie and Masha Shukovich share stories about a Shakespearian sissy, an alcoholic dad, and an abusive relationship left behin...

Absorption (CRS040)

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Nayland Blake first shared on the podcast in September of 2013 about a visit to New York’s famous Blac...

Resetting

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Monica Day, Tracey Segarra and Amanda Wood share stories about an open relationship, a mother's feelings about abortion, and a sister's memory. Suppor...

Judgment Day (CRS039)

16 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that JJ first shared on the podcast in December of 2013 about a day he nearly threw it all away. Support RISK...

Masculinity

14 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Vin Brue and Melanie Hamlett share stories about a boyhood hero and an outdoor educational trip for troubled boys. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreo...

The Nutcracker (CRS038)

09 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Dawn Fraser first shared on the podcast in September of 2010 about a hamster and an unfortunate accident...

The Best of RISK! #16

07 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our 16th compilation of some the best recent true stories told on the RISK! podcast. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISK Make a one-time dona...

The Best of RISK! #15

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our 15th compilation of some the best recent true stories told on the RISK! podcast. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISK Make a one-time dona...

The Long Goodbye (CRS037)

02 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Jennifer McClelland first shared on the podcast in October of 2012 about a visit to her mother’s grave...

Live From Richmond!

30 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Lucy Bonino, Rose Grant and Sumer Gilmore share about disastrous flirtation, caring for the dying, and a baby gone missing. Support RISK! on Patreon a...

Strangers in the Night (CRS036)

25 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Elise Pettus first shared on the podcast in March of 2012 about a night of babysitting gone wrong. Suppo...

Live From Salt Lake 2!

23 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Higgins, Chris Green, and Melissa Collins share stories about anal drug smuggling, home intruders, and a lover's last days. Support RISK! on Pat...

Animal (CRS035)

18 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Molenna Williams-Haas first shared on the podcast in March of 2014 about her animal within. Support RISK...

Tramps Like Us

16 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jay Byrd, Sarah Brandt and Marcella Allison share stories about drag queens, a scandalous island romance, and a mother and son's transcendent journey ...

This Might Be Controversial (CRS034)

11 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! Sara Barron first shared this story on the podcast in May of 2014, and you know what? It might just be controversial....

Ghosted

10 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A special extra (and extra special) episode of RISK! brought to you by the LeVar Burton Reads podcast, featuring a story about puppy love from Julian ...

Adulting

09 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Adrien Behn, Tyson Robert and Susanne Binford share stories about painful sex and a family's loss. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreon.com/RISK Make a...

Mother’s Little Helper (CRS033)

04 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Donna Steele first shared on the podcast in September of 2013 about a mom with unconventional personal h...

Finding A Way

02 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Margot Leitman and Adam Straughan share stories about the guiding light of Henry Winkler and coming out to the family in Newcastle, England. Support R...

Like That There (CRS032)

28 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Joe Mulligan first shared on the podcast in June of 2014 about a very strange peyote trip. Support RISK!...

Unfamiliar Territory

26 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Webster, Steph Riley, and Chris Garcia share stories about going shirtless, a kinky grandpa, and an expensive way to lose your virginity. Support...

Living for Today (CRS031)

21 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode. This week, we pay tribute to Jenn Gavlin, who passed away this past weekend. Here is the beautiful story Jenn shared ...

Daddy Issues

19 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Allison, Rick Dean, and Victoria Rocha share stories about Bangkok sex clubs and fathers lost or left behind. Support RISK! on Patreon at Patreo...

Life After (CRS030)

14 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! An emotional story that Blaine Kneece first shared on the podcast in February of 2011, about the tragic death of his ...

Renewal

12 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Gianmarco Soresi, Nikki and Justin J Wee share stories about bloody faces, brothers in trouble, and gay, Asian fierceness. Support RISK! on Patreon at...

How Can I Tell You? (CRS029)

07 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Susan Kent first shared on the podcast in September of 2012, about hiding her teenage pregnancy from her...

Hard Knocks

05 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Pete Brown, Walter Zimmerman and Wanda Bowser share stories about bladder control, gays in the military, and a college dare that lead to an ugly revel...

Kevin Goes to P-Town (CRS028)

28 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! The first radio-style story that RISK! host Kevin Allison ever shared on the show. Recorded just 3 days after the eve...

Dicey

26 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Cho, Leland Carina, and Sean David Christensen share stories about a rock concert calamity, a kink play crack-up and a rapper's album art. Suppor...

The Tricky Part (CRS027)

21 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Classic RISK! Singles episode! A story that Martin Moran first shared on the podcast in June of 2012, about the sexual abuse he suffered as a child ...

Exposed

19 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Babylon, Eddie Brill and Jenna Brister share stories about Hitler, a long lost son, and short and scary marriage. Support RISK! on Patreon at Pa...