The Narrators
A True Storytelling Podcast
thenarrators.org · Ron S. Doyle
Show overview
The Narrators has been publishing since 2012, and across the 11 years since has built a catalogue of 257 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 80 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 7th season.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 13 min and 21 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. Roughly 58% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Arts show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 2.8 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2017, with 39 episodes published. Published by Ron S. Doyle.
From the publisher
True stories told live at The Narrators, the award-winning storytelling show. Comedians, actors, musicians, writers, and other fascinating folks share first-person narratives from their lives, centered on a monthly theme.
Latest Episodes
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S7 Ep 264264: Joshua Emerson, "This is a Love Story"
Finding love from oversharing in dark times. Today’s story comes from Denver-based Diné comic, Joshua Emerson. The theme of the show was “TMI.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 263263: Cal Sheridan, “Yes to Everything"
Today’s story comes from comedian and TikToker, Cal Sheridan. Cal borrowed our co-host Erin Rollman’s voice for this story. The theme of the show was “Extra.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 262262: Salma Zaky, “Technical Difficulties”
Today’s story comes from stand-up comedian and producer of Firecracker Comedy, Salma Zaky. The theme of the show was “Distance.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 261261: Andres Becerril “No Money, No Cookie”
Andres organizes a large-scale grocery worker strike. Today’s story comes from Denver comedian and union worker, Andres Becerril, who helped organize a major grocery store strike in 2022. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Roots.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 260260: Melanie Moseley, “That Particular Fact”
Melanie learns the true caloric intake of an important substance. You’re listening to The Narrators. Today’s story comes from Melanie Moseley, creator of Sexology the Musical. This episode is NSFW, depending on where you work. The theme of the show was “Transplant.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 259259: Jacob Rupp, “Venturing into the Hallways”
Today’s story comes from Jacob Rupp. Jacob is a Denver comic and the co-host of the podcast, Chicken and the Nuggets. The theme of the show was “Stuffed.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 258258: Matt Zambrano: "The Zambrano Method"
An actor answers a most frequently asked question. Today’s story comes from actor, director, and friend Matt Zambrano. The theme of the show was “Patterns.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 257257: Miriam Suzanne, “Much Ado”
Being a theater kid in Indiana. Today’s story comes from author, artist, and web developer, Miriam Suzanne. The theme of the show was “Delusions.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 256256: Rob Kerkovich, “Make a Choice”
An unreliable digestive tract on the way to a threesome. Today’s story comes from actor Rob Kerkovich, who is best known for his role as Sebastian Lund on NCIS: New Orleans. The theme of the show was “Unreliable.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S7 Ep 255255: Laura Wingate, "Heart Surgery and Horses"
A special organ near the heart and Laura’s connection with her horse friends. Today’s story comes from Laura Wingate, a museum worker and leader of the band Girl Horse (or Horse Girl, depending on who you ask). The theme of the show was “Heart.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 254254: Steven Burge, “Christian Clown Camp”
Today’s story comes from Colorado-based “theater-maker” Steven Burge. Steven didn't want to go to Christian Clown Camp as a child, but he found himself there nonetheless. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Distance.” We've reached the end of this season, but we'll be back with a new batch of stories in May 2023. This is a great time to catch up on our archive of stories or attend our live show in Denver. See you soon! LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Check out and support our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 253253: Janae Burris, “Self Delusions”
Today’s story comes from actor and comedian, Janae Burris, who–after a lifetime of negative thoughts about herself—realizes that she is accomplished AF. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Delusions.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 252252: Suzi Q Smith, “I'd Rather Keep My Voice”
You’re listening to The Narrators. Today’s story comes from poet, activist, and educator Suzi Q Smith, who told this story about the fame, success, and manipulation that comes with a life as an artist. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Patterns.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 251251: Brad Reubendale, “How to Fix Brad ”
Today’s story comes from Brad Reubendale, executive director of SAME (So All May Eat) Café on East Colfax in Denver. Brad shared this heavy but hopeful story about his journey through childhood abuse, conversion therapy, and intense mental health struggle. This story was recorded live, outside of Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Inside Out.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 250250: Kate Strobel, “A Case of You ”
Today’s story comes from local comedian, writer, and producer, Kate Strobel, who addresses the generational trauma in her family and rekindles a relationship with her mom. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Spoiled.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 249249: Jose Macall, “Not Here to Judge”
Today’s story comes from comic Jose Macall, a comedian who also works in a 911 call center and has the stories to prove it. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Unreliable.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 248248: Eliza Skinner, “Confessions of a Childhood Narc”
Today’s story comes from comedian, actor and television writer Eliza Skinner, who had a childhood tendency to tattle on those around her. This story was recorded live, outdoors at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Inside Out.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 247247: Frankie Lee Freeman, "Uproot Anything"
Today's story comes from writer, improv-teacher, and storyteller, Frankie Lee Freeman, who confronts the anger he feels about his first queer relationship. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Roots.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 246246: David Gborie, "It Could Only Be Yours"
Today’s story comes from standup comedian, actor and podcaster David Gborie. David shares an overdue truth about the mysterious contents of a Gatorade bottle. This story was recorded live, outdoors at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Confessions.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S6 Ep 245245: Erin Rollman, "Working Overtime
Today's story comes from The Narrators co-host and founding member of Buntport Theater Company, Erin Rollman, who shares a story about body disconnect and an odd “work-related” task. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Patterns.” LINKS Join our mailing list for early access to tickets for our live events Visit our website for past episodes, information about telling a story of your own, and much more. Learn more about our sponsors here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices