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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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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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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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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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The Storyteller’s Handyman: DeWitt C. Williams Headlines Story Luck’s August Show

August 3rd is almost here, and we couldn’t be more excited to have you join us. This time around, we have the absolute honor of featuring none other than DeWitt C. Williams  When we asked DeWitt to send us a bio, he responded: “I’ve never done a bio before.” But hey, there’s a first time …

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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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Meander, Spiral, Explode by Jane Alison is the Most Underrated Writer’s Guide.

Not enough people have read my favorite book on writing. Every year I read 25–50 books on the art and craft of writing. While all the books I read become reference books. I’ve read Meander, Spiral, Explode by Jane Alison cover to cover three times. I love it because it teaches you to write better prose by first learning …

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She’s back! Aviya Kushner returns to The Story Luck Show this June.

We’re beyond excited to welcome back one of our most beloved features—Aviya Kushner, author of The Grammar of God. If you were in the audience the last time she graced our stage, you already know why this is such a big deal. Aviya has that rare gift of weaving the ancient with the immediate, the …

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Offbeat, Honest, and Unforgettable: Denise McIntosh – June 15th

We say this every time, but we truly mean it: we get the best people. Denise McIntosh is joining our lineup of features on June 15th, and she’s bringing with her the kind of singular voice that leaves a room a little lighter, a little funnier, and a lot more human. Some folks live in …

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Why I’m Weird About Strip Clubs.

I shudder at the idea of people faking seduction. Especially if it’s actively directed toward me! I don’t want to see naked people who wouldn’t even want to see me shirtless at the beach. That’s my baseline. Yes, I frequently avert my eyes during sex scenes in movies. “Oh, do you need more popcorn? I’ll …

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