Beautiful Stories From Anonymous People

A military veteran shares her experience of co-parenting with her partner and his ex-wife, her time being deployed with 400 men, and how rugby and a book led her to serve. They also discuss the impact of 'The Kite Runner', food resolutions, working with veterans, and the importance of understanding the military experience.

Callers share their New Year's resolutions for 2024, including personal growth, culinary dreams, embracing change after loss, and fostering a love for winter sports. The host provides encouragement and discusses gratitude and goal setting. Listeners express appreciation for the podcast.

An Episcopal priest shares their unique experience of playing in a piano rock band and transitioning to being a professional Christian. They discuss the financial struggles of musicians and the dangers of avoiding medication for mental illness. The speaker also talks about creating music while balancing parenthood and their desire to form a band of religious professionals who play non-religious music.

A caller from New Zealand discusses her Māori heritage, art with a message, and American perceptions. The podcast also touches on teacher struggles, the Bushwackers, career transitions, insecurities in art, and perceptions of violence in America.

A novice Santero discusses finding his way to Santería, debunking stereotypes, the influence of Likumi, respecting diverse religions, and the shared origins and rituals of Santería and other religions. They emphasize the importance of community and rituals in their practice.

A multitasking caller discusses comedy, children's theater, grad school, switching careers while raising a newborn, and a funny connection to her child's birth. They also explore humor as a coping mechanism, reflecting on academic performance, finding empowerment through theater, taboo topic of child loss and partners' grief, benefits of natural soap products and online therapy, and working with kids in children's theater.

A snarky talk show host, the Grinch, rants against Christmas cheer and roasts celebrity guests. The Grinch's punishment for stealing Christmas is to host this talk show. There is a debate about children's bedtime rules. Will the celebrities convince the Grinch that Christmas is great?

Gethard talks with an 80 year old nun about new slang, the horrors of dating apps, and when he stopped being cool. They also announce the launch of Beautiful Anonymous Plus, a subscription service with bonus content and exclusive access.

A Buddhist, formerly involved with Satanism and the Jehovah's Witnesses, shares their journey of leaving the faith, exploring sex, drugs, and serial killers. They discuss the damaging effects of growing up in the Jehovah's Witnesses and the contrast between their fascination with Satanic imagery. The speaker also delves into their transition from Jehovah's Witnesses to Satanism, involvement in subcultures and the porn industry, and observations on QAnon.

F*** Jerry Lewis, an artist with complicated feelings about failure and success, discusses his decision to retire as an artist now that he's about to have a kid. They also touch on moving through the world as an amputee with cerebral palsy and the challenges of being overlooked in the arts industry. The speaker reflects on finding solace in hardcore music and expresses gratitude for the supportive community it provides, but also acknowledges potential dangers. They discuss their dislike for Jerry Lewis, debate best wrestlers, and touch on the Trump administration's policies on disabled people.