Story Warz Episode 026: Birthdays – Featuring H. Foley, Colum Tyrrell, & Josh Adam Meyers

Released on January 31, 2025

Introduction

In Episode 026 of Story Warz, hosted by the GaS Digital Network, comedians Big Jay Oakerson and Louis J. Gomez welcome their guests: H. Foley, Colum Tyrrell, and Josh Adam Meyers. Filmed live at The Stand Comedy Club in New York City, this episode centers around the theme of "Birthdays," where participants share personal stories in a game of deception and wit.

Notable Quote:

• Colm Turrell [00:13]: "Ladies and gentlemen, it's Story Wars with the Story Warriors, Big J Okerson and Louis J. Gomez."

Game Overview and Rules

H. Foley introduces the game mechanics, explaining that each panelist has submitted five stories related to birthdays. Producer Alex reads each story one by one, and the panel must guess the story's author. Points are awarded based on correct guesses and successful deceptions.

Notable Quote:

• Henry Foley [02:42]: "If you're new to Story wars, we're not here just dicking around for no reason, okay? You come here to win something."

The prize for this episode is a copy of The True and Outstanding Adventures of the Hunt Sisters by Elizabeth Robinson, a heartfelt novel about sibling bonds amidst personal turmoil.

Round 1: Identifying the Story Owner

1. Story 1 [03:19 – 09:06]: "I accidentally threw a birthday cake out the back door of a car."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Louis suspects Colm due to his humor about mishaps.
     • Colm and Big J argue over ownership, ultimately revealing it belongs to Colm.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Colm Turrell [07:29]: "The trick is no apple or cake."

2. Story 2 [12:26 – 17:35]: "I gave my friend a framed Ninja Turtles poster for his birthday and he called it a shitty gift."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Henry theorizes it's Jay due to his known affinity for specific gifts.
     • Colm and Louis debate but conclude it's Colm.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Henry Foley [15:36]: "I don't like real thick, heavy icing at all. I'm a whipped cream icing. Oh, I would say is the best icing."

Score After Round 2:

• Josh Adam Myers: 4 points
• Colm Turrell, Big J, Henry Foley, Louis J. Gomez: Various points

Round 2: Continuing the Deception

3. Story 3 [20:48 – 26:08]: "My girlfriend threw a surprise party for me. In the middle of the party, two of my friends fought. One of them had their nose broken and bled all over the floor."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Louis and Henry lean towards Josh's tendency for chaotic events.
     • Colm suspects himself due to his prior points.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Louis J. Gomez [25:02]: "He was like, happy birthday, John."

4. Story 4 [27:46 – 41:43]: "I went to a birthday party at McDonald's when I was a kid. They had someone dressed up like Ronald McDonald at some point. I was in the bathroom, and I caught a peek of his huge hog."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Henry suspects himself due to his storytelling style.
     • Colm and Louis debate, ultimately attributing it to Colm.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Colm Turrell [33:08]: "They had a ball pit where we grew up... hide under the balls."

Score After Round 4:

• Big J Okerson: 22 points (Leading)
• Josh Adam Myers & Henry Foley: 14 points each
• Colm Turrell: 3 points

Round 3: Final Deceptions and Conclusion

5. Story 5 [43:04 – 49:57]: "At a friend's birthday party, I threw a cake at the magician during his act."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Henry identifies this as his own story due to personal anecdotes.
     • Others argue over possible authors, with Louis misattributing.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Henry Foley [45:00]: "My story's about not a drinking. When I went to my friend's out do some drugs."

6. Story 6 [51:46 – 58:08]: "After a night of drinking, I went to a friend's house to do some drugs. An hour into the hang, her place was raided by the police. I tried to use my birthday as a way to not get arrested."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Louis and Colm attribute this to Henry based on the content.
     • Final confirmation reveals it was Josh's story.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Josh Adam Myers [57:00]: "Cause you know, this is like prom and where you guys have events for people's stuff..."

7. Story 7 [60:10 – 68:14]: "One birthday, I wanted a handheld video game system. My family told me they couldn't afford it and that they bought me cowboy boots instead. They were kidding, but I ended up upset about not getting the cowboy boots."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Henry and Colm suspect Jay due to unique gift preferences.
     • Ultimately, Big J claims the story as his own.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Big J Okerson [61:22]: "If you were a poor Irish kid, a pair of cowboy boots, that would be insane."

8. Story 8 [68:43 – 75:47]: "My sibling and I have birthdays a week apart, so my family would get us one cake and have us split it."

   • Panelists' Guesses:
     • Henry and Colm debate, with final attribution to Louis.
   • Notable Quote:
     • Colm Turrell [72:05]: "My sister's birthday is March 26, not September 5..."

Final Scores:

• Big J Okerson: 22 points
• Josh Adam Myers & Henry Foley: 14 points each
• Colm Turrell: 3 points

Conclusion

Big J Okerson emerges victorious in this competitive episode of Story Warz, securing the highest score of 22 points by correctly identifying and submitting deceptive birthday stories. Josh Adam Myers and Henry Foley follow with strong performances, while Colm Turrell trails behind.

Notable Quote:

• Colm Turrell [77:00]: "I'm losing this game. But I got a good showing at the end."

Guests conclude with acknowledgments and shout-outs to their respective projects and upcoming events, maintaining the lively and humorous atmosphere characteristic of Story Warz.

Final Thoughts

Episode 026 of Story Warz delivers an engaging blend of storytelling, deception, and comedic banter. The interactive dynamics between Big J, Louis, Colm, Henry, and Josh provide ample entertainment, showcasing each participant's unique personality and storytelling flair. Whether you're a regular listener or new to the show, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the art of deceptive storytelling within a comedic framework.