Story by: Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons
Produced by: Robin Reed
Recorded: January 2008, Brooklyn, NY
Music: Ani DiFranco, The Cure, Psychedelic Furs, Citizen Cope
A “former fat girl’s” dreams come true on Prom Night, only to turn to tragedy just after midnight.
A note from Robin Reed: In this story, Kelly Jean mentions a boy named Hobbes. Hobbes is, as she puts it, her ‘unrequited love of 4 years’. Kelly Jean Fitzsimmons is a writer living in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. She is currently raising money for world hunger relief. You can learn more about her and donate via her blog at JellyKean.wordpress.com.
Story by: Mike Dressel
Produced by: Robin Reed
Recorded: January 2008, Brooklyn, NY
Music: Gruff Rhys “Gyrru Gyrru Gyrru”; Medeski, Martin & Wood “Chinoiserie”; Jonathan Wolff (composer), “Seinfeld Theme”; Vangelis, “Chariots of Fire”
A young actor gets what could be a big break when he lands a gig with Jerry Seinfeld — as the entertainment at his daughter’s fifth birthday party.
A note from Robin Reed: In the story, Mike mentions a wheel of “Ben Nye.” In case you’re not familiar, this is a brand of stage make-up that comes in bright bold colors. This story originally appeared in written form on Ducts.org. Mike Dressel blogs at The Ephemerist.