The Stoop Storytelling Series
Episodes
Love on Campus
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two stories about love in college, featuring avocado oil and green eggs and Graham. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
I’ll Show You
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales of super successful people fueled by a desire to prove the haters wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Lost Loves
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about love cut short by twists of fate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It Wasn’t ALL Bad
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, stories from two women who discovered something wonderful during the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
A Date to Remember
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two lovely ladies who have dating adventures they can’t forget (unfortunately).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Scouting Shenanigans
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three stories about what really happens on those scouting trips… Hint: It’s not just s'mores!See omnystudio.com/listener...
Didn’t See That Coming
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories of folks dazed and confused by an unexpected turn of events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Communion
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about connecting with the souls of the departed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Detours
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories of women whose careers take surprising turns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Girls Gone Wild
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Stoop hosts Laura and Jess share stories of adventurous nights from their past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
Oh Holy Night
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the spirit of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Festive Family Fun
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast three tales of families getting a little — or a lot — crazy during Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Oy Christmas Tree
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two tales of trees, ornaments, and the Jews who love them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Modern Families
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales of women creating families they never expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trick or Treat — with emphasis on the trick!
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Trick or Treat — three tales of tricking and being tricked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best of The Stoop: Conjuring
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we wrap up our Best of The Stoop series with two women sharing true, personal tales about being visited by spirits.See omnys...
Hell-raisers
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue our Best of The Stoop series. As we head into our 15th year — and prepare to return to live shows — we’re ...
Best of The Stoop: Rock 'n' Roll
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue our Best of The Stoop series. As we head into our 15th year — and prepare to return to live shows — we’re ...
Best of The Stoop: First Times
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue our Best of The Stoop series. As we head into our 15th year — and prepare to return to live shows — we’re ...
Best of The Stoop: Visions and Hallucinations
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we kick off a series called Best of The Stoop. As we head into our 15th year — and prepare to return to live shows — we’...
Re-Emergence
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales about finding your way back after a journey full of twists and turns. These stories were part of an outdoor show ...
You Did What?
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we bring you two tales by people who make a very different move than anyone expects — including themselves. These stories ...
Showdown
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about women facing down formidable opponents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Young and Not Carefree
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about young men struggling to find stability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Secret Lives of Teachers
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, in honor of the end of this surreal school year, two tales from educators that offer a look at the offstage drama of teachin...
Ship Shape
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about people acting quickly and decisively to keep their mission afloat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Mother's Day
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, stories from two mothers about the power and powerlessness that comes from loving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Tryna be Sexy but really just being confused!
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, the misadventures of two young adults navigating the murky waters of their sexuality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Witness
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, stories from two women who pull back the curtain on one of life’s most profound — and profoundly difficult — moments...
Strange New Worlds
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales from adventurers who find themselves on a voyage to parts unknown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Adversity and Advocacy
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales about turning personal hardship into activism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Job Encounters
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories of unforgettable professional run-ins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
She Blinded Me With Science
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two astrophysicists share stories about looking into deep, deep, deep, deep space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Invisible Labor
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, stories from two people performing life-saving work out of the public eye.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
A Family Fantasy
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about parents and children living inside a story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
86’ed
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast three love stories about the role that restaurants play in our lives — with the hope that our tables will be ready soon.See...
The Stoop Virtual Holiday Hoo-Ha
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Stoop Storytelling Series in partnership with WYPR presents “The Stoop Virtual Holiday Hoo-Ha: An evening of seasonal stories, comedy sketches, ...
Huge Holiday Gatherings!
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales from a time when we could gather in large numbers for the holidays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...
Return To The Stoop: Larry and Ben Doyle
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Larry and Ben Doyle join us to revisit Stoop Stories they shared in 2016 about the highs and lows of romance.See omnystudio....
Return To The Stoop: Maya Kosok and Max Romano
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Maya Kosok and Max Romano join us to revisit a Stoop story they shared in 2012 about a memorable cross-country adventure.See...
Return To The Stoop: Sujata Massey
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, mystery author Sujata Massey joins us to revisit the Stoop story she shared in 2013 about an ill-fated move to Minnesota.See...
Return To The Stoop: Kaye Whitehead
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Kaye Whitehead joins us to revisit the Stoop Story she shared in 2015, about protest and family.See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Return To The Stoop: Prescott Gaylord
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Prescott Gaylord joins us to revisit the Stoop Story he shared in 2012, about faith and pain.See omnystudio.com/listener for...
Return To The Stoop: Kevin Hoffman
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, Kevin Hoffman joins us to revisit the Stoop story he shared in 2009, about an unimaginably bad boss.See omnystudio.com/liste...
Return to The Stoop: Jennifer Mendelsohn
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, journalist and genealogist Jennifer Mendelsohn joins us to revisit the Stoop story she shared in 2015, and discuss her curre...
Return to The Stoop: Catharine Robertson
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue a series called, “Return to the Stoop,” in which we revisit unforgettable stories and chat with the storytel...
Return to The Stoop: David Ross
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, social worker and violence prevention specialist David Ross joins us to revisit the Stoop story he shared in 2010, about a t...
Return to the Stoop: Terry Sapp
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue a series called, “Return to the Stoop,” in which we revisit unforgettable stories and chat with the storytel...
Return to the Stoop: Petula Caesar
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we continue a series called, "Return to the Stoop," in which we revisit unforgettable stories and chat with the storyteller ...
Return to the Stoop: Josh Granger
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, we kickoff a series called, "Return to the Stoop," in which we revisit unforgettable stories and chat with the storyteller a...
Crazy Camp Counselors
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three tales from three people who definitely should not be in charge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Becoming a Doctor
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories from young people who learn what it means — and what they’re willing to do — to take care of people. See ...
School Dazed
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three tales about the struggle to support kids during the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Stoop Virtual Mayoral Show
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Stoop, listen to the VIRTUAL version of "The Blueprint for Baltimore Stoop Mayoral Show", featuring the candidates for Baltimore’s ...
Haunted Houses
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about sharing a space with unwanted residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Badass B*tches
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about women who take on The Man -- and look awesome doing it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Another Thing Up Their Sleeve
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about getting surprised -- in good ways and bad -- by the people you know best.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
The Kindness of Strangers
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the kindness of strangers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wild Kingdom
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about people who are passionately devoted to wild animals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lost and Found
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about separations and reunions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In-laws!
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three stories about the (other) family you don’t choose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No Rest for the Weary
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories from people who have to push through pain when all they want to do is rest in their own beds. See omnystudio.c...
Car Talk (with apologies to Click and Clack)
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about making the best out of car troubles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
They Don’t Come With A Manual
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three stories about people navigating the adventures of parenthood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Shitter
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about Laura’s favorite thing - the scatalogical.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No More Family Secrets
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about children refusing to stay mum about things their parents would prefer not discuss.See omnystudio.com/liste...
Fame and Glory
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories that reveal the less-than-glamorous side of a life in rock n' roll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...
Prankster
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three tales from Stoop superfan Mike Ricigliano.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Love Sucks!
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories of love affairs gone REALLY WRONG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Changed Everything
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Two young women set out on another course after a loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Children Growing Up Too Soon
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales of kids forced to grow up too soon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Magic and Michael Hughes
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One man, two experiences with magic. Two tales from writer and magical thinker Michael Hughes, author of "Magic for the Resistance".See omnystudio.com...
A Supposedly Fun Thing I’ll Never Do Again (with apologies to David Foster Wallace)
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales in which very smart and very game people embark on what seems like a terrific venture — only to count the days t...
Some Dreamers of the Golden Dream
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales from young women searching for hope in America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spiritual Healing
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales about seeking insight and enlightenment in far-flung places.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holiday Hootenanny
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A special live-to-tape broadcast of the 2019 Stoop Holiday show, featuring stories, music, and songs from Baltimore bluegrass heroes Ken and Brad Kolo...
Unforgettable Holiday
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales of holiday sweetness and strangeness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holiday Fears
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three stories about harrowing holiday experiences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holiday Lies
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the lies we tell to keep the Christmas spirit alive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holiday EXTRA
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three stories about people who go just a bit overboard on the whole Christmas thing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Trials of Parenthood
18 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories of the lengths parents go to to care for their children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Good Dog Bad Dog
11 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two stories about dogs bringing the love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Make Believe
04 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two stories about the pleasures and perils of fantasies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I’m Trying to Tell You Who I Am
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two tales about young people trying to reveal big truths to their families.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Embarrassments Abroad
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, three storytellers thank God the folks back home can’t see them!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Odd(ball) Jobs
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories from lovely quirky people who do weird things for a living.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Secrets and Lies
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the power of lies — and how it can sometimes be as hard to stop lying ourselves as it is to stop others ...
WTF?
30 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories in which something confusing and cuckoo never gets clarified.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
Out Past the Breakers
23 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about venturing way beyond your comfort zone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Little Lies
16 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the pleasure and pain of being conned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Passion Play
09 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about the thrills — and threats — of turning something you love into a way to get paid.See omnystudio.com/li...
Principal's in the House
02 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, an encore presentation in honor of the annual back to school migration: a story about a woman staking everything to keep kid...
When Up is Down
26 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about difficult experiences that put the storyteller on a radically different path than expected. Music: "Acci...
I've Got News!
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two stories about the surprises involved in becoming the person you really are. Music: "I'm Coming Out," by Diana RossSee omn...
Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
12 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast two tales of artists following their passions against the odds. Song: "R Retreats" by Candy MachineSee omnystudio.com/list...
The Long Haul
05 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast, two stories about long marriages featuring the better and worse, the sickness and the health — and, above all, the surpris...