We’re reflecting back on stories that give thanks for a monster-fighting grandfather, growing up with same-sex parents, and stuffing your face with Girl Scout Cookies…  LIVE. Even in another tough year, we’ve got a lot to be grateful for.

Snap Nation, every year we make a Gratitude Special and every year we grow increasingly grateful for YOU. Thank you for listening. Commenting. Laughing. Crying. Thank you… for supporting us.

This episode contains explicit language. Sensitive listeners, please be advised.

STORIES

Turn on the Lights – Shane Koyczan

The monsters of Shane’s night terrors tremble in fear of Shane’s grandfather… until his powers fail. Watch Shane perform this heartfelt story LIVE.

The Last Mile – Noah St. John

15-year-old storyteller Noah St. John describes the trials and tribulations of growing up the son of same-sex parents. Watch Noah perform this breathtaking story LIVE.

Mad Love – Joyce Lee

Do not get on Joyce Lee’s bad side. Just don’t do it. You did it? Oh, no.

Back of the Bus – Glynn Washington

Glynn has an unfortunate initiation on his first day of school. Watch Glynn perform this incredible story LIVE.

Girl Scout Cookies – Jen Kober

As a little girl, Jen Kober discovered the allure of being a brownie scout: the Girl Scout Cookie. Holding out for Girl Scout Cookie release day…was another struggle altogether. Watch Jen perform this hilarious story LIVE.

All music in this episode was performed live by Alex Mandel, David Brandt, and Tim Frick. Original Music by Alex Mandel.

Artwork by Teo Ducot

Season 12 – Episode 46

The 2021 Gratitude Special

Snap Judgment is a weekly storytelling radio show and podcast, hosted by Glynn Washington. Snap mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic, kick-ass radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. This is storytelling… with a BEAT!!  Snap first aired on NPR stations nationwide in July 2010. Snap Judgment is now aired on over 400 public radio stations.