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Scary Stories for Modern Minds

Caroline Mincks

Sure, demons and darkness can be scary, but what about the horrors we face on a daily basis? Scary Stories for Modern Minds tells terrifying tales of the mundane macabre.

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00:02:22

Upsize

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2020/05/01

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.

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00:02:45

Confection Affection

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2020/04/13

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

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00:03:00

Just Because

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2020/04/08

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

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00:03:10

Special Delivery

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2020/04/05

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

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00:02:00

Supportive Statements for Modern Minds

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2020/03/16

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

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00:04:44

The White Elephant in the Room

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/30

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.

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00:01:59

Bonus: Overkill Outtakes

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/29

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

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00:05:09

Overkill

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/29

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.

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00:04:31

Seconds and Thirds

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/28

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.

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00:04:22

Return Policy

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/27

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.

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00:05:09

Krampus on Campus

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/26

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.

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00:06:15

The Blog Slog

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/12/25

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.

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00:01:38

The Thank-You Note

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/02

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

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00:07:02

Tit for Tat

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/02

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

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00:05:59

Apply Yourself

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/02

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

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00:06:03

Dot Dot Dot

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/02

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

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00:08:02

Frankly, My Dear, I Don't Give a Gram

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/01

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

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00:05:09

Autopilot

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/01

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

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00:06:54

Retirement and Expirement

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/01

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

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00:06:41

HONK if You Love Learning

Scary Stories for Modern Minds ·

2019/11/01

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.

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