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Author: Paul Shirley/Lunch Break Entertainment

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Paul Shirley traveled the world chasing a basketball career that landed him on 17 different teams scattered across the globe. He played in Spain. He played in Greece. He played in Russia. And he played in the NBA. But Paul isn't just a basketball player; he's also a kid from a small town in Kansas--a kid searching for love just like the rest of us. In Stories I Tell On Dates, Paul tells the stories he tells his dates: vulnerable stories about middle school dances, stories about Sex Ed, and stories about having his heart (and spleen) broken.
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Disneyland (and Death)

Disneyland (and Death)

2018-11-0625:45

On a road trip to Yosemite, Paul shares a tale about his first trip California - and how it was almost derailed by a stomach bug and the realization that everyone he knew was eventually going to die. via Knit
Paul's in love (real love) and shares the story about the time he almost died while playing for the Chicago Bulls. via Knit
After being told by legendary coach, Roy Williams, he would never play basketball in the Big 12 Conference, Paul gets his shot at redemption. via Knit
Before basketball Paul was spending his time competing in Spelling Bees. One particular contest results in the first and only punch Paul has ever thrown. (Sponsor: Go now to StitchFix.com/DATES to get an extra 25% off when you keep all items in your box!) via Knit
Paul's mind is blown when he encounters his first ever crush. With the help of masterful advice from his dad, Paul is determined to make a move at the middle school dance. Will Paul succeed? There's only one way to find out. (Sponsor: Go now to StitchFix.com/DATES to get an extra 25% off when you keep all items in your box!) via Knit
Paul meets the most beautiful woman he's ever seen and faces his arch-nemesis, Marcus Fizer, in a career defining moment. (Sponsor: Go now to StitchFix.com/DATES to get an extra 25% off when you keep all items in your box!) via Knit
A painful incident in 3rd grade leads Paul to plot sweet childhood revenge. via Knit
In a NCAA Elite Eight game vs. Michigan State, Paul is seconds away from living out his childhood dream and playing in the Final Four. Until the euphoria transforms into humiliation for the whole world to see. via Knit
A run-in with MC Hammer, leads Paul to share the tale of how his crappy first job taught him two important lessons - How to "Go with the flow," and that the only future job he wanted was being an NBA basketball player. via Knit
Not only does Paul get drunk for the very first time in this episode, but he also falls in love for the first time. Which leads to another first time. Any guesses? via Knit
Battling for a NBA roster spot in New Orleans, Paul encounters the most beautiful waitress he has ever seen and fantasizes about a future together. via Knit
During Sex Ed class in Middle School, Paul gets a surprising and humiliating visit from a special someone. via Knit
Struggling to adapt to Greek culture, Paul not only has to deal with financial issues, but a painful public break-up as well. via Knit
Away from his family for the first time in his life, Paul endures a devastating bout of homesickness. Something he'll face for many years to come. via Knit
A red balloon and a friendship with Dustin from Nebraska leads Paul to discover his passion for writing and telling stories. The type of stories we tell on dates. via Knit
Paul Shirley traveled the world chasing a basketball career that landed him on 17 different teams scattered across in the U.S. and abroad. But Paul is more than a basketball player; he's also a kid from a small town in Kansas--searching for love just like the rest of us. In this narrative series, Paul tells us the stories he told his dates: vulnerable stories about middle school dances, stories about Sex Ed, and stories about having his heart (and spleen) broken. via Knit
Upcoming Series Teaser - Paul Shirley traveled the world chasing a basketball career that landed him on 17 different teams scattered across in the U.S. and abroad. But Paul is more than a basketball player; he's also a kid from a small town in Kansas--searching for love just like the rest of us. In this narrative series, Paul tells us the stories he told his dates: vulnerable stories about middle school dances, stories about Sex Ed, and stories about having his heart (and spleen) broken. via Knit
Upcoming Series Teaser - Paul Shirley traveled the world chasing a basketball career that landed him on 17 different teams scattered across in the U.S. and abroad. But Paul is more than a basketball player; he's also a kid from a small town in Kansas--searching for love just like the rest of us. In this narrative series, Paul tells us the stories he told his dates: vulnerable stories about middle school dances, stories about Sex Ed, and stories about having his heart (and spleen) broken. via Knit
Comments (3)

Aastha Gupta

loved it

Jan 17th
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Elke Mandrell

Your stories have me laughing out loud! Really enjoying this podcast!

Oct 26th
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Sinem Edda

I love your voice, and I love your stories. Listening to you in Australia

Sep 11th
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