Podcast Summary: Story Warz Episode 025 – Dan Soder, Joe List, & Robert Kelly | Embarrassment
Release Date: January 24, 2025
Introduction
In Episode 025 of Story Warz, hosted by GaS Digital Network, the lively comedy show takes center stage at The Stand Comedy Club in New York City. Big Jay Oakerson and Louis J. Gomez—the show's resident Story Warriors—welcome their special guests: Dan Soder, known for the "You Know What Dude" and "Reg's Podcast"; Joe List, a staple from "Tuesday's Missouri's" and "Reg's"; and Robert Kelly, beloved from "The Bonfire." This episode revolves around the theme of embarrassment, challenging each comedian to share and decipher each other's most cringe-worthy moments.
Game Setup
The core of Story Warz is a game of storytelling and deception. Each panelist submits three to five embarrassing stories centered on the week's topic. Big Jay explains the rules:
“[03:43] Big J Okerson: … it is complete random when the story pops up. If it is your story, you're the only person who knows that. It is your job to fool people to make them think that it's not your story. If it is not your story, it is your job to guess whose story it is.”
Points are awarded for correctly guessing the story's owner (2 points) and for successfully tricking others into believing a story is yours (1 point).
Round 1: Story Sharing and Early Banter
The first round kicks off with guests sharing their stories. Robert Kelly begins with a humorous anecdote about peers wanting to smoke cigars on stage, leading to playful ribbing among the panelists.
“[03:43] Robert Kelly: No smoking cigars tonight. People hate it. They fucking hate.”
As Alex reads stories from the board, the room fills with laughter and jokes about each other's habits and past podcast escapades. Dan Soder expresses concern about the competitiveness of the game:
“[02:39] Dan Soder: It is a very special Story wars regs crossover, everyone. How fun is this gonna be? We may, we may know each other too well to do the show…”
Notable Quote:
“[08:29] Big J Okerson: Bobby likes self help. And before there was a market for self help, all we had was Martin Luther King's I have a dream speech.”
Sponsor Break: Yo Kratom
Midway through, the hosts take a moment to acknowledge Yo Kratom as a sponsor, promoting their high-quality Kratom products available for delivery.
Round 2: Double Points and Intensifying Competition
With the introduction of double points, the second half of the game ramps up the competition. Alex presents more embarrassing stories, prompting fierce but humorous debates about their authenticity and ownership.
A standout moment occurs when Robert Kelly narrates a tale about leaving a CD of MLK's speech in his car to deter break-ins, leading to witty exchanges:
“[09:03] Big J Okerson: Bobby likes self help...”
Notable Quote:
“[19:52] Louis J. Gomez: All right, it is.”
As stories continue, tensions and laughter escalate, especially when Joe List skillfully deceives his peers, earning significant points by mimicking others' storytelling styles.
Climactic Final Rounds
The final stories lead to a dramatic tiebreaker. The panelists engage in a heated yet comical showdown, attempting to outsmart one another with increasingly outrageous claims and humorous accusations of cheating.
“[77:31] Alex: That was Louis J. Gomez.”
Notable Quote:
“[83:04] Dan Soder: And my feelings are hurt. I'm so mad at my production team.”
Conclusion: Declaring the Winner
After a series of intense rounds and point tallies, Bobby Kelly emerges victorious, securing the grand prize—"Murder at the Sunshine Mental Asylum" by Danielle Rittenhauer. The hosts celebrate his win with spirited cheers and playful jabs, culminating in a heartfelt congratulations.
“[96:43] Dan Soder: The original story Warrior, the real estate, the ultimate minority. Already the king of things, Puerto Rican rattlesnake takes the lead.”
Final Remarks
The episode wraps up with acknowledgments of sponsors like Turtle Beach, promoting their top-tier gaming headsets, and closing with warm wishes for Alex's birthday. The camaraderie and competitive spirit highlight the episode, making it a memorable installment of Story Warz.
Highlighted Quotes:
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Big Jay Oakerson [03:43]: “… it is completely random when the story pops up. If it is your story, you're the only person who knows that. It is your job to fool people to make them think that it's not your story.”
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Dan Soder [02:39]: “We may, we may know each other too well to do the show…”
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Robert Kelly [08:29]: “Bobby likes self help. And before there was a market for self help, all we had was Martin Luther King's I have a dream speech.”
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Louis J. Gomez [19:33]: “He goes, it's my shit finger.”
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Big Jay Oakerson [76:03]: “It's Bobby.”
Takeaways
Episode 025 of Story Warz excels in blending structured gameplay with spontaneous comedy. The dynamic interactions between Big Jay, Louis J. Gomez, and their guests Dan Soder, Joe List, and Robert Kelly create a vibrant atmosphere filled with laughter, strategic deception, and heartfelt moments. Whether you're a regular listener or new to the show, this episode offers an entertaining glimpse into the art of comedic storytelling and the joys of friendly competition.