859- Story Worthy Solo with Host Christine Blackburn
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Christine Blackburn, host of Story Worthy, opens the episode by discussing her ongoing hearing loss in her right ear since May. She details the challenges it has caused in podcasting and editing, and announces her upcoming cochlear implant surgery on December 17th. She expresses excitement about the potential for regaining her hearing. Christine then reflects on the difficult year she has had, including the loss of her brother-in-law to pancreatic cancer and her best friend, Kimberly, to ovarian cancer. She shares her experiences supporting Kimberly during her illness and the emotional impact of her passing. However, Christine reveals a heartbreaking betrayal by Kimberly, who cut her out of her will after a disagreement. She expresses her shock and heartbreak over this decision, emphasizing that it wasn't about the money but the betrayal of their bond. Christine then shares her Thanksgiving plans, including baking her first apple pie, and talks about her child's upcoming college applications. She acknowledges the impact of the election on her and many others, and shares her decision to stop watching the news. Finally, Christine promotes her upcoming Story Smash show on December 21st, featuring Wendy McClendon Covey. She thanks listeners for their support and encourages them to reach out with well wishes for her surgery.
Outlines
Personal Struggles and Upcoming Surgery
Christine discusses her hearing loss, the challenges it has caused, and her upcoming cochlear implant surgery.
Loss and Betrayal
Christine reflects on the loss of her brother-in-law and best friend, and reveals a heartbreaking betrayal by her friend.
Thanksgiving Plans, Election Impact, and Story Smash
Christine shares her Thanksgiving plans, acknowledges the impact of the election, and promotes her upcoming Story Smash show.
Keywords
Cochlear Implant
A surgically implanted device that helps people with hearing loss hear. It converts sound into electrical signals that stimulate the auditory nerve.
Pancreatic Cancer
A type of cancer that starts in the pancreas, a gland that produces digestive enzymes and hormones. It is often diagnosed at a late stage and has a poor prognosis.
Ovarian Cancer
A type of cancer that starts in the ovaries, the female reproductive organs. It can be difficult to diagnose early and often spreads to other parts of the body.
Story Smash
A storytelling game show created by Christine Blackburn, featuring a panel of storytellers competing to tell the most engaging and entertaining true stories.
Q&A
What challenges has Christine faced with her hearing loss?
Christine has found it difficult to podcast and edit audio due to her hearing loss. She has also experienced difficulties hearing conversations, especially in noisy environments.
What is Christine's upcoming surgery and what does she hope to achieve?
Christine is getting a cochlear implant on December 17th. She hopes this surgery will restore her hearing and improve her quality of life.
What were some of the difficult experiences Christine faced in 2024?
Christine lost her brother-in-law to pancreatic cancer and her best friend, Kimberly, to ovarian cancer. She also experienced a heartbreaking betrayal when Kimberly cut her out of her will.
What is Story Smash and how can listeners get involved?
Story Smash is a storytelling game show created by Christine. The show features a panel of storytellers competing to tell the most engaging and entertaining true stories. Tickets for the upcoming show on December 21st can be purchased at storysmashshow.com.
Show Notes
Host Christine Blackburn hosts a solo episode about her hearing loss, cochlear implant surgery, and one of her best friends passing away. Listen to Story Worthy anywhere you hear your podcasts!
Each week Hollywood’s most talented people in the entertainment industry share true, personal stories on the Story Worthy Podcast. Story Worthy celebrates 14 years of podcasting in July 2024 and has over 800 episodes recorded. Christine Blackburn is the creator, host and producer of Story Worthy, Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show, and My Life In 3 Songs exclusively on Spotify.
Listen to the entire episode wherever you hear podcasts. If you get a chance, will you please give Story Worthy 5 stars and a good review on Apple Podcasts? It always helps, thank you! And join the mailing list!
Follow Christine’s new show, My Life In 3 Songs. Independent Podcast Producer Christine Blackburn talks to comedians about the 3 songs in their lives that have impacted them, not necessarily their favorite songs, but songs that paint a picture of the of the comedian and where they're from. Listen exclusively on Spotify
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PLUS! Watch Story Smash The Storytelling Game Show! Comedians spin a wheel and tell TRUE 1-3 minute stories on the topic they land. You can watch episodes from the pandemic and from summer 2023 right now on YouTube.
See Story Smash LIVE at the Lyric/Hyperion Theater in Los Angeles now! Check the website for upcoming dates and tickets!
And here's Christine everywhere.
THANK YOU!
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