Scary Stories for Modern Minds

It's always the time to order some fries. The question, though, is - what size? Who doesn't love a little fast food now and then? Transcript here.

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. Music: "Ice Cream With You", monplaisir

I wish I may, I wish I might Send 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", monplaisir

A message of love and support for the audience of SSfMM. Transcript here.

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.

Ever wonder what it's like to record in a busy apartment complex with a curious cat? Here's just a taste.

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 here.

The crowds, the sounds, the stress, the roar - it's last-minute shopping at a big box store. The worst of the holidays happens to the best of us - but perhaps even the slightest bit of planning could make it go a bit more smoothly. Transcript here.

No matter how good you may think you may be, the best of your goodness is what no one sees.  He knows if you've been bad or good. He's banking on bad. Transcript here. 

When it comes to recipes for a holiday meal, those bloggers have a frustrating deal. Ever tried to navigate a cooking blog in time for a special occasion? Then you get it. Transcript found here.

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 everyone for their support of my very first foray into audio drama. Scary Stories for Modern Minds was so much fun to create and share, and I am eternally grateful to everyone who told me that I could and should do it when I wasn’t feeling sure of myself. Thank you to everyone who supported me and answered my questions, thank you to everyone who listened and shared the show, and thank you to all the new friends I have made since dipping my toe in the pool that is podcasting. We have an amazing community, and I am deeply thankful to everyone for welcoming me so warmly. I hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween Month. Whatever you celebrate next - or not - I wish you a restful, happy, and peaceful holiday season. Take good care of yourselves and each other. Thanks again, everyone.

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-HBjesoYp90mBxttpC974diZu1amIXgQ/edit?usp=sharing

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/1ZKewjkIrsK62tuMgCb7x6pQdHe_34UH9RGkMjZdt40I/edit?usp=sharing

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_xcaZVtwWvABobqIA/edit?usp=sharing

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/103HRsfTGbxLCFKVY25x0NjRboU4lI1MjyutTPvvOqos/edit?usp=sharing

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/1RLFiIqZ8T7OhzfRvxU60bnLfceS_ICj8A6NnmGvyDPk/edit?usp=sharing

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/1vvhTHN2gaO4WDziWlcqQsa_d1Gy75Og3Pt8wvDymLD0/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gIJJiGNxlHUiIBzccoi6iHw87cmY_OxbQLguR4T__Hk/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17Puh2iks93Yt1KrQ7nGSo1WlDsqEv_c7MED9Rw7TC7Q/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RfZcy3A6RIJ6zyqmxRuHwu7-ud2EDNQyqClFiJBITuQ/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-aCRiVNoPZ2rRuHC17DSEcCR9iCSm7A2mjoPmmcOz3s/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mJ5B-RXs_v2DDd40ma7uX_K200m6QMKiz7_oi4KonCY/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wjYAxYFgjlJ-PXJWq4QrrPlQWSL-vmWysFbDtnD_ZgQ/edit?usp=sharing

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: https://docs.google.com/document/d/198S7ys72d122JLaAUvee_b0wfqFmBpO8t8TnqFf_2MA/edit?usp=sharing