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Campfire Chronicles: Stories After Dark

Campfire Chronicles: Stories After Dark

By Kelsey D. Garmendia

Keeping us connected, one story at a time. Campfire Chronicles is here to bring stories like you’ve never heard to the table. Grab some s’mores and stay warm by the campfire while we take you to worlds you never knew before.
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Campfire Chronicles: Stories After DarkApr 19, 2021

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The Ghost Town

The Ghost Town

San Antonio, TX is one of the biggest cities in the enormous state of Texas. It's also one of the largest mass graves in the state's history. Between the alamo and natives being eradicated by disease, it's no surprise that the city is flooded with ghost stories. Today we're looking at the patient zero for the curse of "La Llorona." Do you believe in ghosts? Let me know in the comments down below. Last episode "Is The Truth Out There?": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuzDJqfPM84&list=PLPK_711L7kOmeFZ-eM6bgxJKzL-DSxpgF New episode coming April 18, 2024. If you'd like to watch these lives follow my channels below: Kick: https://www.kick.com/redundant30 (Variety Week | Mon-Sat @ 7pm CST) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@redundant30 Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/redundant30 (Sundays @ 7pm CST)

Mar 29, 202413:41
Is The Truth Out There?

Is The Truth Out There?

Welcome back to the Campfire! The inaugural episode this season is all about my small hometown of Pine Bush, N.Y. Did you know Pine Bush is known as the UFO capital of the east coast with more UFO sightings than Roswell, NM? Do you believe in UFOs? As Fox Mulder would say, I want to believe.

Mar 08, 202410:16
Find Your Happy Place

Find Your Happy Place

Today we talk about how finding your safe space is important to taking care of yourself mentally and physically. For story time, we get to read through "Reality," a short poem about growing up after experiencing loss.

Aug 31, 202317:17
Life After Trauma

Life After Trauma

Today by the campfire, we talk about dealing with PTSD and the aftermath of victim blaming. Today's episode also features a short poem to reflect on trauma and how it stays with you for years.

Jul 13, 202319:60
A Walk With Death

A Walk With Death

The first episode of 2023 brings the raw point of view of what it's like experiencing death in the eyes of an Atheist. The episode is followed by a poem written by the host entitled A Walk With Death.

Jun 16, 202315:53
New Year, New Me Or Whatever

New Year, New Me Or Whatever

New year, new season of Campfire Chronicles: Stories After Dark! This episode focuses on what's to come for my Twitch stream, the future of the podcast and just a small recap of the end of our year. Reading from The Music for Tale Thursday.

Jan 16, 202244:34
Simone Biles Is STILL The GOAT

Simone Biles Is STILL The GOAT

Simone Biles. Enough said.

Sep 13, 202143:46
Let's Talk Activision

Let's Talk Activision

Discussing the systemic misogyny that led us to the Activision lawsuit, boycotting Activision and more. Final reading from Disenchanted for Tale Thursday. 

Jul 30, 202156:39
Spooky Storytime

Spooky Storytime

Tonight we discuss Nine Men's Misery Cemetery, and the effects the deceased have on all of us in the living world. Special guest appearance from LuvzWolvez. Continuing our reading of Disenchanted for Tale Thursday.

Jul 30, 202102:07:02
Pay The Stay-At-Home Moms, Dammit!

Pay The Stay-At-Home Moms, Dammit!

Tonight at the campfire, we discuss the pros and cons of having a basic universal income, insurance differences across borders and how learning from other countries could help fix societal issues across the board. Continuing our reading from Disenchanted for Tale Thursday.

Jul 16, 202145:18
Is This Thing On?

Is This Thing On?

Tonight at the campfire, we discuss how you can move on from an abusive household when no acknowledgment from the abuser is given. Reading from Disenchanted for Tale Thursday. 

Jul 09, 202101:10:23
Systemic Oppression Breeds Generational Trauma

Systemic Oppression Breeds Generational Trauma

At the campfire today, we discuss how systemic racism towards indigenous and people of color still have impact on the generations who's ancestors survived the atrocities. We also mourn the loss of an additional 715 children found at another Indian school in Canada and how these schools impacted the natives still struggling to protect their culture today. For Tale Thursday, we picked up from where left off last week with Disenchanted. 

Jul 04, 202149:14
The Loneliness of Growing Older

The Loneliness of Growing Older

Today by the campfire, we discuss growing older and losing loved ones, the loss of more indigenous children in Canada and a woman's right to choose. We also read two additional sections of Disenchanted for Tale Thursday.

Jun 25, 202101:38:29
ERCOT Is The Worst

ERCOT Is The Worst

Talking about how teaching children empathy can make for a better society, a government who cares and an electrical grid that works in Texas. Reading two additional sections from Disenchanted for Tale Thursday.
Jun 18, 202101:08:58
Forgiving Does Not Mean Forgetting

Forgiving Does Not Mean Forgetting

Tonight at the campfire, we discuss the concept of forgiving and why it’s different for each person, why it’s important for mental health, and most importantly, allowing your past to shape you, not control you. Reading two sections from Disenchanted for Tale Thursday.
Jun 11, 202148:51
No One Is Illegal on Stolen Land

No One Is Illegal on Stolen Land

Honoring my ancestors and mourning the loss of 215 indigenous children by telling their story. Reading an excerpt from Charles A. Eastman’s book, The Soul of the Indian.
Jun 08, 202125:49
Lamenting Corporate America

Lamenting Corporate America

Tonight at the campfire, we talk about leaving corporate America, taking care of your mental health and the struggles of being a working a mom. Reading “An Open Letter To My Baby Boy” for Story Sunday.
Apr 26, 202120:13
What Defines Womanhood?

What Defines Womanhood?

At the campfire tonight, we talk about gender identity and what it means to be a women in the United States today. Reading from “Two-Story House” for Tale Thursday.
Apr 23, 202120:11
Women In America

Women In America

At the campfire today, let’s talk about what being a woman in the US means. Stick around for a short non-fiction piece after to hear a small fraction of that experience.
Apr 19, 202114:02
The Truth Is Out There

The Truth Is Out There

We’ve landed on Mars! Let’s sit down by the campfire and talk about the possibilities and this triumph in science. Reading from The Planetarium for our #StorySunday.
Mar 08, 202118:59
Anxiety, Depression and Therapy—Oh, my!: Painted Red

Anxiety, Depression and Therapy—Oh, my!: Painted Red

Come join us at the campfire today to talk about dealing with anxiety during uncertain times. Reading from Painted Red for Tale Thursday.
Mar 05, 202122:57
On This Day: Untitled Poem

On This Day: Untitled Poem

Honoring the late Frederick Douglas by reading from his autobiography. This #StorySunday brings you an untitled poem to listen to at the campfire.
Mar 01, 202123:16
Texas Is Closed: If I Lose

Texas Is Closed: If I Lose

It’s been a long week for Texas. Come to the campfire and hear first hand what it was like. Continuing from the previous Tale Thursday and reading a snippet from If I Lose, the second book in the Burn Our Houses Down Series.
Feb 26, 202136:34
Admitting Your Bad Moments: Burn Our Houses Down

Admitting Your Bad Moments: Burn Our Houses Down

In this episode at the campfire, we talk about learning to accept the times when you’re not at your greatest and how your past effects how you are today. Reading from Burn Our Houses Down on its 8 year anniversary.
Feb 12, 202124:40
Something Like Life: Reality

Something Like Life: Reality

At the campfire today, we’re discussing loss and reading “Reality.” This poem encompasses how we experience loss and how it changes us. TW: Infant loss
Feb 08, 202112:10
Black History Month: Positive

Black History Month: Positive

It’s black history month! Learn how Positive was created and hear the first few pages of the novella tonight at the campfire.
Feb 05, 202126:51
Writing Is My Therapy: My Mother’s Funeral

Writing Is My Therapy: My Mother’s Funeral

Why do writers do what they do? Take a dive into the world of a writer to see why they choose to tell stories and how it helps them.
Feb 01, 202106:00
What’s Your Favorite Scary Movie: The Mirror Man

What’s Your Favorite Scary Movie: The Mirror Man

This week on #TaleThursday, we’re talking about your worst nightmares and reading the short story, “The Mirror Man.” Will he keep you up tonight too?
Jan 29, 202114:08
Welcome To The Campfire: Stained Glass Windows

Welcome To The Campfire: Stained Glass Windows

Come sit down by the campfire and listen to the true story, Stained Glass Windows. Explore how memory affects every aspect of your life. Trigger warning: Rape/Sexual assault, death.
Jan 25, 202126:40
January 23, 2021

January 23, 2021

Jan 23, 202100:55