We’re excited to welcome Sofia Javed to the Story Luck Potluck Show this June. Sofia brings a sharp perspective. She is deeply personal and refreshingly authentic. She blends comedy with reflections on identity, belonging, culture, and the beautifully awkward experience of finding your place in the world. Sofia Javed is a Chicago-based comedian, storyteller, and …
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May 16 2026
Numbers Tell a Story – Faizan Will Prove That
The Story Luck stage is like the best kind of mystery box. We have hosted storytellers who happen to be philosophers, teachers, photographers, and this June, we bring to you a finance professional. Maybe they know more than just numbers after all! Do numbers tell the best stories? So, join us at Wit Theater on …
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Apr 07 2026
The Story Luck Global Writing Project
What’s one of your fears of relocating to a new country? Mine is finding someone who can do my 4C African hair perfectly. And I know that sounds silly, but how do I move from paying a maximum of $20 for a full head of butt-length braids to paying hundreds of dollars? So I made …
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Mar 18 2026
Thankyou Angry Octopus
You are probably wondering, why would someone living thousands of miles away tell us about a pizza joint in Chicago yet she has never been? Must be one of those generic promotional articles. But what if I told you that I have felt their impact from the other side of the world? What if I …
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Aug 31 2025
Storytelling and Why Try It
Storytelling serves as one of the most powerful tools for human connection and learning, forging bonds between people and ideas while making complex information more memorable and engaging than traditional fact-based communication. Research shows that stories activate multiple areas of the brain and trigger the release of hormones like cortisol and oxytocin, making them 20 …
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Aug 16 2025
Psychologists Can’t Read Minds, But They Tell Good Stories.
I have a confession. When I was younger, I used to think psychologists could read minds. So secretly, I wanted to be friends with one so that they could tell me what other people are thinking. Turns out, psychologists don’t read minds. Their skill is to help you read your own mind. And the key …
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Aug 02 2025
Comedy Meets Storytelling: This Sunday with Ashley Lusk
Ashley Lusk is a bold voice in comedy. And we are honored to have her featuring at The Story Luck Show. 4 Features, 4 open Mic Slots for anyone in Chicago to share a story. Stories are mature, funny & thought provoking. Free if you bring food! But you might be saying to yourself, the …
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Aug 02 2025
Welcoming Kory May: Toastmaster, Storyteller, and Newest Feedback Loop Producer
This show’s line up is full of friends! Those of you who’ve been following Story Luck, have seen Kory May before, as he’s gotten to feature, come hang out as a friend to watch, AND he’s helped co-host. As such, we’re proud to announce, he’s the newest member of the Feedback Loop. As such he’s …
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Aug 02 2025
Meet Dave: Artist, Storyteller, Community Builder
We’re thrilled to welcome Dave Scott to the stage. Dave will be joining us at Theater Wit this Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. Here’s a bit about him, in his own words: “I have examined the worlds of mental health and homelessness from the inside out and had a chance to show my discoveries through an …
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Jul 14 2025
How Volunteering at Story Luck Helped Me Find My Voice and My Dream Job
And…. You can too COVID-19 was a huge blow. But if there’s one thing I learned, it’s that the world is one big village, and geographical boundaries don’t bear as much weight as they used to. Before then, I believed you had to physically travel to work or study abroad. Sure, I knew people worked …
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Totally nuts @MartaNael your art on the One card is great.
Look forward to your thought piece on the issues. Hope there is a silver lining, this brings you fans and clients.
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