Wake Up Call
Monday, August 18th, 2008
by Dennis Shaughnessy
Dennis recently found out the hard way that he is among 23.5 million people in the U.S. who have Type 2 Diabetes.
Podcasts for the 'Essay' Category
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A Review of Beijing’s Games
Monday, August 11th, 2008
by Jeff Gerson
With the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China upon us, Jeff talks about many things relating to the role that politics and nationalism play in the games, and meditates on the Chinese Olympic Committee’s efforts to show, through the Games, how far China has come since the 80s and 90s.
The Worst Place on Earth
Thursday, August 7th, 2008
by Chaz Scoggins
Several weeks of stormy, muggy, unpleasant weather serve to remind Chaz why New England just might be the most uninhabitable places on the planet.
Can This Family Be Saved?
Thursday, July 31st, 2008
by Renae Lias-Claffey
Renae examines her fascination with reality shows “Super Nanny” and “Wife Swap.”
Emerald Cities
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008by Henri Marchand
Henri considers passing cities to be the gems of any road trip.
An Essay About Essays
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008
by Kristen O’ Reilly
Kristen celebrates her 25th essay by writing five minutes of nothing.
Hobby Hoarse
Friday, July 18th, 2008by David Harrison
David just can’t seem to get a hobby. In his essay, he tells us why.
Arthur O’ Brien
Thursday, July 17th, 2008by Sheila Eppolito
Sheila tells us some amusing and poignant stories about her beloved grandfather.
Packaging
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008by Jack McDonough
Jack has trouble opening all kinds of things.
A Perfectly Strange Day at the Beach
Monday, July 14th, 2008by Henri Marchand
Henri gets a basic economics lesson from an unlikely source and an unexpected locale.
The Long Slide
Friday, July 11th, 2008by Steve O’Connor
Steve asks, “Are we in a recession?”
The Thing in the Road
Friday, July 11th, 2008by David Daniel
Dave weaves a mysterious tale for summer.
Just Shut Up!
Tuesday, July 8th, 2008by Jack Neary
Jack discusses what he doesn’t want to hear from you.
Happy Birthday to You
Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
by Sheila Eppolito
Sheila enjoys a good birthday party–to a point!
The Not-So-Ugly Americans
Thursday, June 19th, 2008
by Chaz Scoggins
Chaz talks about his experiences hosting foreign exchange students.
Cat’s Lesson
Wednesday, June 18th, 2008
by Kristen O’Reilly
Kristen learns to accept the character flaws of the creature she loves.
I’m Sorry For Your Loss
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
by Sandra Seitz
Sandra reflects on the condolences received after her father’s death.
The Numbers Game
Monday, June 16th, 2008
by Dennis Shaughnessy
Of all the major sports, Dennis says baseball best lends itself to statistics.
That Was Then, This is Now
Thursday, June 12th, 2008
by Jack Neary
Jack remembers the hardship it was to watch TV and make phone calls.
Night Moves
Wednesday, June 11th, 2008
by Dave Daniel
In which Dave Daniel looks at his generation’s earliest experiences with sex.