We were understandably excited when The Moth StorySLAM--a live series where participants get onstage to tell short, true stories without the use of props or notes--finally made it's way to Chicago. Back in January the first Chicago GrandSLAM event was held, highlighting folks from earlier StorySLAMs in competition with each, and we were excited about that too!. more ›

We were happy to see that story slamming got some good press last week. The RedEye published a feature about the growing popularity of public storytelling events here in Chicago. Most of the time, these events put strangers on stage in front of strangers, where they then share their very personal and intimate stories. Writer Kyra Kyles also explored the idea that all this live telling and listening of people’s stories is helping us take a step back to authentic in-person communication, even as we become increasingly connected to our phone apps and tweets. One person she interviewed was Nicolette Kittinger, a regular contributor and two-time finalist in the Windy City Story Slam all-city championship. more ›

We've fallen in love with The Moth and its regular podcast -- discovered through its being featured on This American Life a few times -- and are excited to see they're kicking off a regular StorySLAM in Chicago, beginning with tonight's event at Martyr's. more ›