This is Scary Stories for Modern Minds. Episode 14: The Thank-You Note.Hey, y’all, it’s Caroline Mincks here. Just me. I’ve tucked away my Inexplicably English Narrator voice for the time being. I wanted to hop back on for a moment to thank ev
Are you haunted by the threat of your looming student debt? It's time for someone to start paying back those loans...but what happens when they get entirely out of control? Transcript and notes.
When it comes to supporting your chest, you shouldn't settle for less than the best. Bras. We all love to hate them. What's worse than a bra? Shopping for one. Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Upa2WgOBEzQ-HBjesoYp90mB
We said you're hunting for employment. We said nothing about enjoyment. You know those personality questionnaires on job applications? Yeah, what's that about? Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZKewjkIrsK62tuMgCb7x6pQd
You text and text, and then you wait. Are they careless? Is it bait? In a world fueled by instant gratification, a delayed text can be truly horrifying. Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gRfqaZ5rpooZqGlRPF7qrN_dO9_xcaZ
Be careful how you use that "like" - it may turn into your first strike.It's hard to resist the temptation to do a deep dive into someone's social media - but tread lightly!Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/103HRsfTGbxL
Have you ever tried to be polite, but it simply wouldn't come out right? When our brains and our mouths don't sync up properly, it can lead to some truly horrifying consequences. Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RLFiI
89 years of work and no play - it's death before we miss payday. Travel to the future to get a glimpse into the working world a few decades from now. Pretty grim. Transcript and notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vvhTHN2gaO4WDziWlcqQs
If you want a moment's peace, never put your trust in geese. The idea of learning a new language is enticing...but is it worth the risk? Transcript and notes.
Your every failure and defeat, amplified and on repeat. If only we could lock away that little voice in our heads that seems determined to replay our worst moments... Transcript and notes.
A playlist or podcast can be a balm for a person desperate for some calm. We all have our favorites, our go-to listening for our free time...isn't it nice to have a moment's peace? Transcript and notes.
With everything political, one must be a bit critical. The cycle of campaigning and elections seems to be never-ending, doesn't it? What if we dialed that up to eleven? Transcript and notes.
Without a morning jolt, we'll surely all revolt. The world awakens to find that every trace of coffee has vanished - but how? And why? Transcript and notes.
One's attempt to be polite is seen by others as a slight. When a generation adopts a new way of speaking, one thing is for sure - poor communication kills. Transcript and notes.
This is Spooky Stories for Modern Minds. Episode Zero: The Trailer.Sure, demons and darkness can be scary, but what about the horrors we face on a daily basis? Spooky Stories for Modern Minds tells thirteen terrifying tales of the mundane mac
Sweet dreams are made of cheese. Who am I to disagree?There's nothing like a little comfort food and indulgence when times are tough!Transcript here.Music: "Ice Cream With You", monplaisir
When the days have been long and hard and slow,A gift from a friend can make your heart glow. Giving a gift is one of the best feelings in the world, there's no doubt about that - but receiving one feels pretty great, too! Transcript here.M
I wish I may, I wish I mightSend my friend a gift tonight!Wishlists are one of the modern world's best little conveniences. What a great way to send someone some love from anywhere you are! Transcript here.Music: "Ice Cream With You", monpl
Sometimes you want to do away with the presents and impress upon your guests that their gift is their presence. It's all well and good to say "no gifts", but everyone has to be on board.Transcript here.
Sweet little kitty, purring by the tree. Sweet little kitty, destructive as can be. Honestly, if you have a cat and put up a Christmas tree, you really ought to know what you're getting yourself into. Transcript here.
Sweet little kitty, purring by the tree. Sweet little kitty, destructive as can be. Honestly, if you have a cat and put up a Christmas tree, you really ought to know what you're getting yourself into. Transcript here.
A plate piled high, a family gathered 'round. But is this dinner trying to put you in the ground?If there were ever a reason to indulge, it's a holiday that heavily featured fried food...but the trick is knowing when to say "when". Transcript