BYOStory Podcast
Come enjoy Portland’s best storytelling show at Al’s Den every first Wednesday of the month. The BYOStory show is a curated cast of Portland’s best and brightest comedic minds, who have been invited to Bring Their Own Story to the stage. This is not your grandmother’s mothball storytelling hour, there are no themes, no gimmicks, and it is not a competition judged by the dumb audience, it is just very talented people sharing their BEST story, for you! Support us on Patreon and get bonus material on each episode https://www.patreon.com/byostorytellingpod?fan_landing=true& Hosted and Produced by Portland’s favorite gay uncle, Jay Flewelling, this show is guaranteed to entertain you and get you laid. Did you miss the live show? Well don’t fret! You can catch all of the live stories recorded and released weekly on the BYOStory Podcast, found on most platforms. Subscribe and listen while at the gym, doing dishes, or having sex!
Episodes
On this episode professor Randy Blazak shares his candor in telling a story of travelling to Ukraine to help with the humanitarian effort at the beginning of this ongoing war.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode storyteller, film-maker, and renaissance man Travis Ables shares his story of searching for, and almost meeting, his fate in Ireland.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode lauded stand-up comedian Katie Nguyen, a true Portland treasure shares a story of getting her underage brother kicked out of the house under suspicious circumstances.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
Host of the show, Jay Flewlling, regales us with a story of auditions, Australians, and anatomical aspirations.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode comedian Starr Ahrens tells a cheeky episode of sibling rivalry...
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode Chris Hudson shares a story about ordering a pizza but not for the reason you'd think.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode Bui, a comedian like no other shares his story about New Orleans, a city like no other.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
Sandora Fogoros finally gets to see her idol from the 80s and like a virgin, this was her first time ever performing. We were very happy to have her, hope you enjoy.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode renowned performer and story teller, Jon Bennett, shares his Portland origin story.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode comedian Brent Lowrey shares his story of sex, drugs, and racism.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Pateron and become a member.
On this episode beloved performer Robyn Vazquez shares their spooky origin story of become a proud paranormal investigator.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland, OR. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, & Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making it all happen, find BYOStory on Patreon and become a member.
On this episode, our favorite standup Comedian Jake Silberman warns of the subtle red flags you may encounter while actively being scammed.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland Oregon. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Patreon and become a member.
On this episode Comedian Jones Violets shares a story of her summer in San Diego, which changed her life forever.
This story was recorded live at Al's Den in Portland Oregon. Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Patreon and become a member.
On this episode the talented Craig McCarthy breaks down how he won a medal in soccer and international friendship. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Patreon and become a member.This week, we welcome guest, Shawn Westfall. He tells a story of the two most unlikely people, who saved his life; Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney. If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Patreon and become a member.Idahoan, Drag King, and one of the world's best improvisers, SJ Santa Cruz, tells the story of her "single" days - you know, the ones where you could go camping with nothing but a 6 pack and a dream. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney.
If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making t...
This week's story comes from beloved friend Joey Chapla, who tells one of our most inspiring tales so far. He tells the story of his first nautical adventure, and soon discovers he's got quite the pair of sea legs. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney.
If you want to support these stories and the tin...
This week, improviser and expert carpenter Scott Engdahl tells the story of his journey with the "Mary Jane" and learning that his mom isn't the square he once thought she was. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney.
If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Pa...
This week, we welcome our first ever audience member(!!) story from Rachel Rickett. She tells the story of a miserable coworker that is unrehearsed, off the cuff, and magical in more ways than one. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney.
If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making thi...
Kickstand Comedy staple and stand-up comedian, Roland Mechanik, tells the story of his former British lover. This story was recorded during the BYOStorytelling live show at Al's Den, every first Wednesday of the month.
Produced by Jay Flewelling, Michael Langman, and Alex Disney.
If you want to support these stories and the tiny team making this happen, find our Patreon and become a member.
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