In this episode Cori and I address the COVID-19 Pandemic and how the 7 Minute Story team is approaching it. Then, we feature a classic episode called The Amish.  Description: Sitting at a traffic light, I looked at the world falling apart around me. I decisively turned the car the other direction and drove into the Ohio country until only corn fields and the Amish remained. And just like Harrison Ford’s character in the movie “Witness”, I had found new possibility. Remember to subscribe & rate this podcast!  <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

In this episode Cori and I address the COVID-19 Pandemic and how the 7 Minute Story team is approaching it. Then, we feature a classic episode called The Amish.  Description: Sitting at a traffic light, I looked at the world falling apart around me. I decisively turned the car the other direction and drove into the Ohio country until only corn fields and the Amish remained. And just like Harrison Ford’s character in the movie “Witness”, I had found new possibility. Remember to subscribe & rate this podcast!  https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

7 Minute Stories with Aaron Calafato

Episode 78 - 7ms Classic: The Amish (COVID-19 Intro)

After receiving some unexpected inspiration from the late, great Carl Sagan, I’m compelled to share it with one of the most important people in the galaxy…   7ms Merch   <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

After receiving some unexpected inspiration from the late, great Carl Sagan, I’m compelled to share it with one of the most important people in the galaxy…   7ms Merch   https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 77 - Pale Blue Dot (Classic Story Remix)

A legendary wiffle ball tournament and an unexpected misfortune merge into one of the most memorable days of my life. 7MS Merch <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

A legendary wiffle ball tournament and an unexpected misfortune merge into one of the most memorable days of my life. 7MS Merch https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 76 - Something's Lost but Something's Gained OR The Legend of Ali and the Wiffle Ball

This is the first guest 7 Minute Story performed and submitted by a listener! It just so happens that he’s also my lifelong friend. In this episode, Anthony Vorndran recalls a life-changing trip to Japan. The only things standing in his way? North Korean ballistic missiles, a WIFI outage and not speaking a word of Japanese. Get your 7MS merch: <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

This is the first guest 7 Minute Story performed and submitted by a listener! It just so happens that he’s also my lifelong friend. In this episode, Anthony Vorndran recalls a life-changing trip to Japan. The only things standing in his way? North Korean ballistic missiles, a WIFI outage and not speaking a word of Japanese. Get your 7MS merch: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 75 - Japan: A Guest Story by Anthony Vorndran

On a hot summer day in 2008, a traffic jam on the Jersey Turnpike turns into a violent encounter. Get your 7ms merch - <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

On a hot summer day in 2008, a traffic jam on the Jersey Turnpike turns into a violent encounter. Get your 7ms merch - https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 74 - Rage on the Turnpike

An unexpected visit to my grandmother’s old house triggers a vivid memory that shaped the way I look at the world.   Get your 7ms merch: <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

An unexpected visit to my grandmother’s old house triggers a vivid memory that shaped the way I look at the world.   Get your 7ms merch: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 73 - Larry King and the Pretzel Rods

Nina Turner is a former Ohio State Senator and the current Co-Chair of the 2020 Bernie Sanders Campaign. In 2016, I interviewed Nina and our conversation has stuck with me. It was emotional, authentic and refreshing. This guest episode features 7 “very real” minutes from our talk. 7ms merch: <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

Nina Turner is a former Ohio State Senator and the current Co-Chair of the 2020 Bernie Sanders Campaign. In 2016, I interviewed Nina and our conversation has stuck with me. It was emotional, authentic and refreshing. This guest episode features 7 “very real” minutes from our talk. 7ms merch: https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 72 - Special Guest: Nina Turner

A story about my father, our broken family, America’s pastime and how an iconic 90s film and its star became a reoccurring motif in my life. Get your 7ms t-shirt <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

A story about my father, our broken family, America’s pastime and how an iconic 90s film and its star became a reoccurring motif in my life. Get your 7ms t-shirt https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/ 

Episode 71 - The Rookie of the Year

In 2009, things were at an all-time low. Then, I had an interview with the potential to change everything… 7MS Merch - <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

In 2009, things were at an all-time low. Then, I had an interview with the potential to change everything… 7MS Merch - https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 70 - The Interview

The possibility of rock immortality hinges on my band’s performance at a very special high school talent show.   7ms merch at <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>   Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato   Story Direction: Anthony Vorndran   Podcast Coordinator: Cori Birce   Audio Production: Ken Wendt   Original Art: Pete Whitehead

The possibility of rock immortality hinges on my band’s performance at a very special high school talent show.   7ms merch at https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/   Story created & performed by: Aaron Calafato   Story Direction: Anthony Vorndran   Podcast Coordinator: Cori Birce   Audio Production: Ken Wendt   Original Art: Pete Whitehead

Episode 69 - Heard it Through the Grapevine

Jealousy and rage get the better of me when I’m not given the lead role in a College Theatre production. Luckily, the work of playwright Richard Greenberg offers me some redemption… More at <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

Jealousy and rage get the better of me when I’m not given the lead role in a College Theatre production. Luckily, the work of playwright Richard Greenberg offers me some redemption… More at https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 68 - The Spotlight or A Love Letter to Richard Greenberg

In this last episode of 2019 , I give a special thanks to our 7 Minute Story team and audience. Then, we round out the year with a replay of the very first story of this series called "The Cruise".    Be a part of the 7MS community  <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

In this last episode of 2019 , I give a special thanks to our 7 Minute Story team and audience. Then, we round out the year with a replay of the very first story of this series called "The Cruise".    Be a part of the 7MS community  https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/ 

Episode 67 - The Last Story of the Year

Every Christmas Eve, I listen to a beautiful story recited and made famous by radio legend Paul Harvey. It’s called “The Man & the Birds”, and ironically, nobody has been able to find the original author. This holiday season, I’d like to read it to you… Be a part of the 7 Minute Story Community!  <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

Every Christmas Eve, I listen to a beautiful story recited and made famous by radio legend Paul Harvey. It’s called “The Man & the Birds”, and ironically, nobody has been able to find the original author. This holiday season, I’d like to read it to you… Be a part of the 7 Minute Story Community!  https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 66 - A Christmas Story with no Author

In 2008, I reluctantly attended my first yoga class in New York City. Ten years later, it’s an experience I can’t seem to forget.   Be a part of the 7MS Community:    <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://7minutestoriespod.com</a>

In 2008, I reluctantly attended my first yoga class in New York City. Ten years later, it’s an experience I can’t seem to forget.   Be a part of the 7MS Community:    https://7minutestoriespod.com

Episode 65 - The Yoga Class

To usher in the Christmas season, I wanted to share a guest story from a man who is the closest thing to the real Santa you’ll ever come across. His name is Mark Klaus. I interviewed Mark a couple years ago, and in this 7 Minute Segment, he explains what inspired him to create the largest indoor Christmas attraction in the United States. His answer was poignant but I didn’t anticipate the unexpected twist at the end… Be a part of the 7MS Community  <a href= "https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/">https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/</a>

To usher in the Christmas season, I wanted to share a guest story from a man who is the closest thing to the real Santa you’ll ever come across. His name is Mark Klaus. I interviewed Mark a couple years ago, and in this 7 Minute Segment, he explains what inspired him to create the largest indoor Christmas attraction in the United States. His answer was poignant but I didn’t anticipate the unexpected twist at the end… Be a part of the 7MS Community  https://www.7minutestoriespod.com/

Episode 64 - Guest Storyteller: Mr. Klaus

Aaron Calafato uses 7 minute story vignettes to share his memories, explore his psyche and attempt to make sense of the world.

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7 Minute Stories with Aaron Calafato

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