Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories

English, Literature, 1 season, 132 episodes, 1 day, 17 hours

Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories

English, Literature, 1 season, 132 episodes, 1 day, 17 hours

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Short stories and commentary by writer/storyteller, Shannon Cason.

I Don't Call the Police

I know the police have a tough job, so I don't call em. I've been programmed to contact the police only on an extremely needed basis. I'd rather just handle the situation myself and deal with the consequences. It shouldn't be that way.Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/2/2024 • 17 minutes, 42 seconds

My Body Different

As I get older, I am learning to adjust. Never giving in, but I do accept the changes.Listen to the latest Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories podcast!Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/17/2024 • 16 minutes, 41 seconds

A Lifetime of Best Friends

I've had best friends for most of the seasons in my life. All have been blessings in their own ways. I keep my circle small. So I'm thankful for the friends I have and have had over the years.Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncasonstoryteller* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/1/2024 • 24 minutes, 19 seconds

I Finally Want to Get a Tattoo...Maybe

I don't have any tattoos. There's no good reason. I like tattoos. I enjoy the art of them. I just never took the leap.Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/20/2024 • 15 minutes, 29 seconds

Don't Bring Guns to Thanksgiving Dinner

Coming home from Chicago to Detroit for Thanksgiving to visit family turns into an argument about taking out the trash, and then everything goes terribly wrong.Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/24/2024 • 26 minutes, 11 seconds

My Daily Routine - Expectation Vs Reality

The foundation for self-improvement is the daily routine. When I watch some YouTube experts, they seem to be perfect. Well, this is my take on my regular daily routine and what REALLY happens.Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/11/2024 • 14 minutes, 58 seconds

Would You Rather? (Daddy Daughter Edition)

Kids have to be comfortable in the lighter everyday conversations to be comfortable in the heavier discussions. This episode is a simple "Would You Rather?" game with my daughter Zoe. I learned a few things I didn't know...Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/28/2023 • 15 minutes, 50 seconds

A Mother's Worry Revisited | HMMD #2

I'm a Mama's Boy, but a reluctant Mama's Boy who pulled away a lot when I was young. I PURPOSELY created some space from Mama, but that doesn't mean I have to close her out. This is that story. I love you Ma!Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/21/2023 • 15 minutes, 22 seconds

My Dad's Cadillac Limousine | HMMD #1

My Dad offered to drive me to my 8th-grade graduation in his Cadillac Limousine. Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason* CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason* Merch & more - https://www.shannoncason.com/Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!Music by Rashad Coes of the Boogiemen. Follow at https://www.instagram.com/boogiemen_rashad/For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/12/2023 • 15 minutes, 14 seconds

The End of Homemade "Stories"

The end is a new beginning. Get ready for a lot of stories on Shannon Cason's Homemade!Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncason * CashApp - https://cash.app/$ShannonCason * PayPal - https://paypal.me/homemadestories1 * Venmo - @shannoncason * Merch - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Supporters get a mention on the next Homemade Stories Podcast!Music by Echo Finch. Learn more at https://echofinch.com/ For hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/28/2023 • 3 minutes, 26 seconds

HS #123 90 Day Server

I took on a job serving tables at a family-style Italian restaurant. I thought it would be easy money...WRONG! Listen to the latest Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories podcast!Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncasonFor hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/9/2023 • 23 minutes, 49 seconds

HS #122 My Only Marathon

I ran a marathon. It was a one-time thing to keep a promise to myself. Always respect your promises, especially to yourself. Listen to the latest Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories podcast!Stay connected:* YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@shannoncason1/* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/* Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason* Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCasonTalks* TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncasonSupport the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncasonFor hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/28/2023 • 24 minutes, 44 seconds

HS #121 10 Whoppers

What's the quickest easiest way to get over a divorce? A friend of mine had a suggestion and it involved fast-food cheeseburgers. A lot of them! Listen to the latest Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories podcast!Stay connected:* Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannoncason/ * Twitter - https://twitter.com/shannoncason * Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShannonCason... * TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@shannoncason Support the stories:* Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/shannoncasonFor hosting, speaking, interviews, or consulting - more info at - https://www.shannoncason.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/2/2023 • 17 minutes, 4 seconds

HS #120 Late Bloomer

A tenant at my new apartment building reminds me that late blooming is common in nature. Many creative powerhouses started their careers late and blossomed big and bright for all to enjoy for generations to come. It happens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/14/2022 • 17 minutes, 40 seconds

HS #119 Hot Daddy Summer

It's summertime! I'm newly single! But I'm always a dad first.For Sponsorships / Speaking Requests contact - [email protected] a Friend of Homemade Stories at - https://www.shannoncason.com/Follow me!@shannoncason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/23/2022 • 23 minutes, 19 seconds

HS #118 72 Hours

I did a 3-day fast. The purpose of my fast was to heal and reset. Here's how it went.For Sponsorships / Speaking Requests contact - [email protected] a Friend of Homemade Stories at - https://www.shannoncason.com/Follow me!@shannoncason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/5/2022 • 17 minutes, 4 seconds

HS #117 Garden Apartment

Garden apartments go with divorce as much as sportscars - just different ends of the financial spectrum. For Sponsorships / Speaking Requests contact - [email protected] a Friend of Homemade Stories at - https://www.shannoncason.com/Follow me!@shannoncason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/7/2022 • 24 minutes, 48 seconds

HS #116 Reset

It's not starting over. It's a RESET. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/15/2022 • 17 minutes, 51 seconds

HS #115 Rent-A-Center

I spent the summer of 1995 working for Rent-A-Center in Detroit. These are just some of the experiences I endured.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/18/2021 • 29 minutes, 34 seconds

HS #114 Big & Heavy

A simple story about moving to the eastside of Detroit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/26/2021 • 22 minutes, 42 seconds

HS #113 Revolver

I love finding new hobbies later in life. I finally make the decision to go purchase my first gun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/28/2020 • 20 minutes, 17 seconds

HS Special Report - What I've Been Up To

It's been too long, so let me catch you up on my whereabouts and whatsups before I start dropping more storytelling episodes. 2020 - what a year so far! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/2/2020 • 10 minutes, 4 seconds

HS #112 MI Bottle Return

The bottle return in Michigan is 10 cents. The highest in the country. This high bottle return created a thriving economy for children who could carry bags of bottles to the store for candy, chips, and pop. Here's my story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/13/2019 • 17 minutes, 2 seconds

HS #111 The Smoke Detector

Waking early to fix a low-battery smoke detector chirp takes the mind in a bunch of directions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/4/2019 • 15 minutes, 9 seconds

HS #110 Top Five

My favorite music is hip hop. I grew up on it and in it. There's always an ongoing debate of - who's the Top 5 hip hop artists? I don't think that can be answered in consensus. Music is personal. So here's my personal Top 5 hip hop artists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/6/2019 • 23 minutes, 1 second

HS #109 Four Twenty

I'm slow. I take my time. A late bloomer. I try things when I'm good and damn ready, and I'm glad I finally got around to trying this one thing out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/16/2019 • 16 minutes, 27 seconds

HS #108 Me, My Uncle, & My Tape Recorder

Uncles are unique family members. They are the substitute teachers of the family. When they close the classroom door, you can do whatever you want within reason. They care just the right amount for you to be yourself around them. This episode is me, my Uncle Nate, and my tape recorder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/4/2019 • 17 minutes, 39 seconds

HS #107 A Mother's Worry

I'm a Mama's Boy, but a reluctant Mama's Boy who pulled away a lot when I was young. There was a need to create space from Mama, but that never meant closing her out. This is that story. I love you Ma! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/14/2019 • 17 minutes, 13 seconds

HS #106 Three Homes

Most of us have a place (or places) we've considered home at one time. I had three homes growing up. I remember each of them well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/7/2019 • 16 minutes, 32 seconds

HS #105 A Kinda Beauty

Raymond Christian tells a short visual story of the horrible beauty of war. A true soldier's story with drum solo accompaniment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/19/2019 • 13 minutes, 22 seconds

HS #104 1985 AJ1 Original OG

It's 1985 and every person who loves basketball wants one pair of shoes - the original Air Jordans. A story about my journey to the prize. Thanks to Grandma Mary. This is a rebroadcast with new intro/outro. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/7/2019 • 20 minutes, 23 seconds

HS #103 Hair Capital of the World

My dad did business in Detroit's hair salons, and I followed behind carrying his briefcase. WDET asked me to highlight Detroit's black hair community in a piece for WDET's Framed By series. Give a listen. More at framedbywdet.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/20/2019 • 13 minutes, 58 seconds

HS #102 Help for Men

Straight talk for men of a certain age. Men over 40 need some love too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/5/2019 • 25 minutes, 31 seconds

HS #101 Bad Coffee

An aftermath story to my popular Insidious story. Overcoming addiction is a consistent process of ups and downs and taking one day at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/23/2019 • 18 minutes, 59 seconds

HS #100 Letter to a Friend

I consider listeners and supporters of Homemade Stories friends. Here's a letter to you for my 100th episodes and first episode of 2019. It gets more and more real as it reads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/8/2019 • 21 minutes, 49 seconds

HS #99 Hi, My Name Is Shannon

The 1994 Freaknik spring break in Atlanta is the scene. College spring break is a perfect time to come out of your insecurities and let loose. My breaking loose was more practiced and rehearsed, but it did the job well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/10/2018 • 23 minutes, 13 seconds

HS #98 A Perfect Day

A change in routine turns out to be a perfect Daddy Daughter Day in Downtown Detroit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/6/2018 • 16 minutes, 8 seconds

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Type "The Trouble" to subscribe... Trouble — we've all been in it. Some more than others. Some worse than others. Award-winning storyteller Shannon Cason has faced a few problems of his own. Now he talks with others about getting in, and out, of trouble of all stripes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/18/2018 • 3 minutes, 51 seconds

HS #97 Resolutions

An honest take on setting our resolutions and goals for this new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/18/2018 • 23 minutes, 34 seconds

HS #96 Downstairs Neighbors

A live story about my most memorable neighbors to date. This live story was also featured in the Moth Book, All These Wonders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/12/2017 • 20 minutes, 10 seconds

HS #95 Detroit 1967

This is an extended conversation I had with my dad, Billy Cason, about the 1967 Riots in Detroit. He was there 50 years ago. I wish I could say those days are distant memories. Can't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/7/2017 • 23 minutes, 1 second

HS #94 Thorn in my Flesh

My simple mind at work in the morning. Getting familiar with myself and considering how to start my day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/18/2017 • 11 minutes, 33 seconds

HS #93 Karaoke

An offer to perform in a 2Pac Tribute Karaoke show becomes a good life lesson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/21/2017 • 25 minutes, 55 seconds

HS #92 Is Anything Perfect?

I do a lot of podcast appearances. This episode is an appearance from The Perfect Podcast with Sean David Johnson. We talk about perfection and a perfect song for motivation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/8/2017 • 46 minutes, 41 seconds

HS #91 Back To School

I run into an old high school buddy who invites me to our old high school to speak to the young men of Ecorse Michigan. This is my first time back to Ecorse High School in many years. I was initially attracted to speaking in front of people at this school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/3/2017 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds

HS #90 Origin Story

Why do we do what we do? We have to go back to the beginning to figure that out. I reflect about the start of Homemade Stories at end of 2016. Happy New Year! Make sure to live an even better story in 2017! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/30/2016 • 18 minutes, 55 seconds

HS #89 The Struggle is Real

My first one-hour radio special with WBEZ Chicago is a collection of remixed and remastered personal stories. It aired on public radio stations throughout the nation early 2016. I called it: The Struggle is Real. It's about that time to start working on a new one-hour special...but listen to this one now available on the podcast. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/3/2016 • 57 minutes, 47 seconds

HS #88 Do Something Different

Trying to find a format that fits my current on-the-go lifestyle is a challenge, but I think I found the ANSWER. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/20/2016 • 15 minutes, 36 seconds

HS #87 Three-Card Monte

The dark side of curiosity is curious people are the best marks. This is a special episode originally from WBEZ's Curious City. Stay curious. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/7/2016 • 20 minutes, 5 seconds

HS #86 Cheating

Why use a prettier name for it? Call it what it is. Most of us who have been in relationships have to face this demon at some stage in life. Is it a growing pain or fatal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/2/2016 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds

HS #85 Shannon Cason Sucks

An exploration of fessing up for obligations I feel pressure to fulfill. Inspired by a beer I enjoy drinking. I know I don't really suck, but I do at the same time...esp depending on who you're asking. So I'll just admit it. I suck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/19/2016 • 15 minutes, 30 seconds

HS #84 A Beautiful Name

From the Homemade Stories Live show in Detroit on Mother's Day, Dame Wilburn shares some memories about her lively mom. And I talk about my mom's beautiful name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/24/2016 • 21 minutes, 31 seconds

HS #83 For the Students

I did a storytelling workshop at Indiana University with The Moth, and some of the stories stuck to my bones, especially this one story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4/28/2016 • 28 minutes, 58 seconds

HS #82 A Single Man

I was given a lot of advice when I was single-ish, so I'm passing on some of the advice I got - good and bad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4/12/2016 • 28 minutes, 34 seconds

HS #81 Homecoming

I went back to my old university, MSU, and shared a TEDx Talk on the largest stage on campus. It had been a decade since I'd last visited. It was a nice way to return. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/29/2016 • 23 minutes, 11 seconds

HS #80 The Open Mic

A suggestion from an audience member sends me in a totally different direction into the world of comedy. Featuring comedian Tim Barnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/23/2016 • 24 minutes, 25 seconds

HS #79 Life of Music

If my life had a soundtrack, this would be the soundtrack. Music carries memories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/29/2016 • 21 minutes

HS #78 My Chicago Blues

I've lived or worked on most sides of the city of Chicago -- Downtown, Southside, Westside, Northside. And on every side of town you can hear the blues. This is the first story I told at a Moth StorySLAM. The theme was "Neighborhoods." Also, it's one of my first Homemade Stories episodes, re-recorded and remixed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/23/2015 • 17 minutes

HS #77 The Man

My dad is Billy Cason, a true Detroit original. I took a microphone to my dad's room in the back of the house and let him talk into it about his life in the Army and his life in Detroit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/9/2015 • 26 minutes, 54 seconds

HS #76 Every Word Understood

Guest storyteller Lily Be tells a story of racial ambiguity and disrespect on a Chicago bus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/25/2015 • 16 minutes, 41 seconds

HS #75 A Simple Honest Story

The challenges and reflections of going back home... and starting over. A personal and raw story highlighting a move home to Detroit from Chicago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/12/2015 • 30 minutes, 59 seconds

HS #74 The Little Box

It feels like I have a disease that will never ever go away and I have to check a box to notify every potential employer about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/28/2015 • 21 minutes, 43 seconds

HS #73 Razor Bumps

After puberty acne, a second puberty was lurking around the corner when hair growth caused razor bumps. On my journey to clearer skin I tried everything until I settled on a solution that was right under my nose. This episode includes important information to avoid razor bumps ... and to not look like a monster from creature features. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/14/2015 • 21 minutes, 15 seconds

HS #71 Wear More Suits

A lost episode is found. Audio from the live show, The Paper Machete, at Chicago's legendary Green Mill. An essay about men's responsibility to upgrade their style for the fashion landscape of Chicago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/18/2015 • 16 minutes

HS #70 Michael Jordan AJ1

A story set in the 80's about the Chicago Bulls' Michael Jordan... a player that a lot of kids worldwide loved... and his kicks. The best player ever... and the best shoe ever... but the best grandma ever tops it all for a Detroiter like me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/5/2015 • 19 minutes, 6 seconds

HS #69 Evangelism

Remembering my time and effort in my church's evangelism ministry. Not everyone is cut out to be a salesman on Team Jesus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6/20/2015 • 15 minutes, 17 seconds

HS #68 Live & Learn

An old journal entry details the first time I was fired from my summer job. It's an experience that taught me a life lesson in temperance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/15/2015 • 16 minutes, 16 seconds

HS #67 Nostalgia

An essay from my younger self in 10th Grade History Class is a challenge to be a bigger mentor and role model. It's important to listen to your younger self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5/1/2015 • 15 minutes, 42 seconds

HS #66 Dignitary from Detroit

I was invited to tell stories in Lewiston, Maine, an old mill town right outside of Portland for a storytelling show named The Corner. I'm treated well, I learn a lot, but I can't decide what story to tell... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4/18/2015 • 30 minutes, 43 seconds

HS #65 My Father's Camera (remix from the archives)

One of the first stories I ever wrote. And the first story I ever told on stage. My Father's Camera is a fictional story about a man seeking to express himself through something his father handed down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4/3/2015 • 14 minutes, 38 seconds

HS #64 Much Heart

A story of a single mother who has to make a serious decision. Life is never perfect, but love can be. A peek into the life of a Homemade Stories listener. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/25/2015 • 18 minutes, 56 seconds

HS #63 My Dream Job

I've held a number of jobs that weren't exactly the jobs of my dreams. One job was at Macy's State Street in the Women's Shoe department in Chicago. I figured out it's not so important to find the job of your dreams. It's more important that the jobs you take are on the journey to the life of your dreams. And as long as you work around good people, pretty much anything is bearable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3/12/2015 • 20 minutes, 6 seconds

HS #62 Read More

Reading is an acquired taste. If you want to acquire the taste for books and words, you have to endure hours, days and weeks of boredom. The fact is: Reading is boring! But being bored is okay. It’s alright to be bored. Thanks to my cousin, Mary, for that bit of advice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/27/2015 • 16 minutes, 14 seconds

HS #61 Words & Connections

Over five years of podcasting, I've made a lot of connections with listeners. Their lives and stories affect me deeply. Honestly, I don’t think their words are only for me. On this episode, I share some of those words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2/5/2015 • 20 minutes, 28 seconds

HS #60 Older Women

Nothing wrong with loving an older woman. I've done it most of my life. In this episode, chasing an older women is costly, but the experience was well worth it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/21/2015 • 25 minutes, 20 seconds

HS #59 Portland, OR

All of our families are similar -- and interesting -- in a lot of ways. Here are some scenes from a visit to Portland, Oregon, and some time spent with a smart, interesting family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1/6/2015 • 15 minutes, 34 seconds

HS #58 Police

Police interactions don't have to all be negative. Unfortunately, for me, they usually have been... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/28/2014 • 17 minutes, 12 seconds

HS #57 It's Cold

In the Midwest during this time in the year there's snow, frost, and sometimes icy tragedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11/19/2014 • 18 minutes, 5 seconds

HS #56 Bicycles

Bicycles are fun. Bicycles are also a great form of transportation. Here's two bike disaster stories told when hosting New Belgium Brewing's Tour de Fat. Bike smart - Wear a helmet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/31/2014 • 27 minutes, 28 seconds

HS #55 Swim

Inspiration is underrated. Here's some motivation for you. It's a re-release, but we all needed to be re-motivated. Swim. Never sink.http://threedailydelights.wordpress.com/2014/10/06/day-706/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10/7/2014 • 13 minutes, 16 seconds

HS #54 I Love TV

A fictional story about most people's favorite pastime. Everyone who is normal, loves television. For Henry though, TV is more than just a love, it's his life. See how far he goes just to participate in his favorite hobby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/24/2014 • 11 minutes, 9 seconds

HS #53 The Only Excuse

Shannon's dad is always adamant never to accept any excuses ever...only one excuse is acceptable. This episode includes conversion vans, road trips, Detroit hair styles, and Bruce Lee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9/2/2014 • 16 minutes, 37 seconds

HS #52 Home

Eight years plus in Chicago, seeking an immediate change of venue, traveling home to Detroit to recharge, to regroup, to reevaluate. Homemade Stories #52 examines family, work, art, change, and home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/19/2014 • 16 minutes, 3 seconds

HS #51 Bathhouse

It's okay for a man to pamper himself. Going to the bathhouse with a friend for chicken soup is perfectly normal, right? This episode dives right into new experiences...within reason. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8/6/2014 • 12 minutes, 57 seconds

HS #50 Casino Girl

Money was won and lost in the casinos... mostly lost. And relationships started and ended the same. In this episode, Shannon remembers an old friend with similar goals and challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/27/2014 • 13 minutes, 28 seconds

HS #49 Johnny Walker Smith

Shannon Cason spins an A&E style biography about fictional actor Johnny Walker Smith and his life-long pursuit for an acting career dream. Many interview recount the tale of Smith as they talk about his venture into many different roles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/15/2014 • 26 minutes, 31 seconds

HS #48 Stop Snitchin'

To tell or not to tell, that is the question... In this episode of Homemade Stories, new neighbors move into the apartment below Shannon and his family. The new neighbors have a big problem that is bringing the neighborhood down. They also have a little girl that can't be ignored. Shannon faces the dilemma...to tell or not to tell the proper authorities. Do you stop snitchin' or start snitchin'? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7/1/2014 • 18 minutes, 35 seconds