Shannon Cason's Homemade
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Shannon Cason's Homemade
Homemade is short stories and commentary for writer/storyteller, Shannon Cason. Shannon has appeared on countless podcasts and storytelling stages, including Snap Judgment, The Moth, TEDx, and RISK! Shannon Cason's Homemade lays out his life for the listener, blessings and blemishes. Hosted on Acast...
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New School Parenting Will Be Challenged | Everyday is a Story
This morning reminded me that your parenting will always be challenged in real time. A real-life story about parenting, emotional control, and self-aw...
More Than Beauty | Everyday is a Story
Sitting by the water with my uncle, something small turned into a deeper realization. Some connections go much deeper than the eyes and stay with you...
Momentum Matters | Everyday is a Story
The Pistons came back from a 3–1 deficit, and I felt it. Momentum is real - not just in sports, but in life.
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Other People's Stories #1 | Everyday is a Story
I'm glad to get messages and stories from others. These are other people's stories - neighbors, old friends, and tattoos. If my stories inspire you or...
Thrifting Has Changed | Everyday is a Story
I took my daughter to the thrift store and realized how much things have changed. Thrift stores used to be about the find. Now they’re part of a bigge...
Doc is Milking It | Everyday is a Story
I keep going back to the doctor and feel like I’m having the same appointment over and over. At some point, you start wondering if it’s care… or if it...
Know Thy Neighbor | Everyday is a Story
I went over to help my neighbor with some work and ended up with more than I expected. Sometimes, everyday moments turn into real conversations and co...
The Scale is Stuck | Everyday is a Story
Sometimes it’s not about willpower and discipline, it’s about your environment. I'm aware there will be a huge shift after I move. My mission right no...
What's Your Alter Ego | Everyday is a Story
I’ve used alter egos my whole life - from basketball to everyday responsibilities. Sometimes self-awareness means knowing how to shift into the versio...
A Facebook Request From the Past | Everyday is a Story
My old pastor sent me a friend request, and I didn’t accept it...yet. Sometimes self-awareness means knowing what parts of your past you may or may no...
I Used to Hate This | Everyday is a Story
I spent the entire day shopping with my mom - something I used to hate as a kid. Funny how things change as time goes.
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Water is Life | Everyday is a Story
I went through a whole day feeling off and couldn’t figure out why. Turns out it was something small I didn’t do...WATER!
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Silence is Love | Everyday is a Story
We didn’t say much, and that's alright. Silence says it all sometimes.
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The Workout Playlist | Everyday is a Story
I’m not violent, but my gym playlist says otherwise. Makes me think about what we take in and what it does to us - good and bad...or a mix of both.
You Gotta Be Ready | Everyday is a Story
I judged a debate competition, and I almost had to run the whole debate. I wasn’t ready… but I was ready. The kids impressed me. It made me think abou...
Warm Weather Requires Strategy | Everyday is a Story
When the weather warms up in the city, everything shifts - how people move, how spaces feel, and how you carry yourself. Always stay aware.
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Not Invisible | Everyday is a Story
A day of running errands with my uncle turned into something deeper about being seen. Sometimes you have to shift the energy to remind people you’re t...
Back & Forth | Everyday is a Story
My mind was somewhere else all day, and I kept doubling back for everything. However, who knew doubling back was a great exercise?
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You'd Have to Be in the Room | Everyday is a Story
After talking about checking in, people started reaching out. My friend Miles paid me a visit. You have to have friends that you can talk to about any...
For Future Reference | Everyday is a Story
The story is already there. You just have to notice it. A quick explanation of Everyday is a Story. What's your story?
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Check In on Your Friends | Everyday is a Story
We built a connection through music and kept it going over time. I hadn’t heard from my friend in a while, so I reached out. You never really know wha...
Errands & Music | Everyday is a Story
A ride to the doctor and family errands turned into a quiet lesson about music, timing, and listening. Remember to get as much information as you can...
The Voice in My Head | Everyday is a Story
Fasting had me in a full conversation with myself all day. But not every voice in your head deserves your attention. What’s something you argue with y...
Grandpa Shannon | Everyday is a Story
I'm a Grandpa to seven kids...yeah seven. None are by blood, but I've been Grandpa Shannon all of their lives. They are part of my story, and I'm a pa...
Late Night Weakness | Everyday is a Story
A late-night craving had me pulling into a gas station when I usually wouldn’t. Sugar can override common sense.
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Teenagers Have Their Own Language | Everyday is a Story
I heard my daughter talking with her friend this morning and realized how different she sounds when she’s just being herself. It made me think about h...
Detroit Soul Food Tour | Everyday is a Story
I have to hit multiple Detroit soul food restaurants to bring my uncle exactly what he wanted. No one makes everything just right, but all together it...
Learning to Fight Like a Grandma | Everyday is a Story
Just getting started training in kickboxing and Muay Thai, and it’s already been a reality check. After watching an experienced grandma and breaking i...
Swipe Right or Left? | Everyday is a Story
I came across someone I used to date on a dating app. We had real chemistry, but not much compatibility. Now I’m sitting with a simple question - swip...
Waiting for an Answer Sucks | Everyday is a Story
I’ve been looking for the right opportunity. This one felt right. But sometimes even when you know… you still have to wait. Waiting sucks!
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Empty Shelves Will Soon Be Filled | Everyday is a Story
I took my time installing shelves for my home office. When I finished, I was impressed with my work. Right now, they are completely empty - no books,...
Why Are You Yelling? | Everyday is a Story
Recently, I realized I’ve been talking louder than usual. Spending more time taking care of my elders has changed how I communicate. I just have to r...
Introducing... Everyday is a Story! Geriatric Fitness
I worked out with my dad and his friends. He's 85. No one was under 70.
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Recording with J Dilla in Detroit | Homemade
Before the legend, before the mythology... What was it really like recording with J Dilla in Detroit? Then I sit down with Beej to remember the studio...
Answering Mom's Questions | Homemade
Answering all my mom's questions at 50...and I have some questions too. In this episode, I turn the tables and interview my mom. It’s an honest, funny...
A Lifetime of Haircuts | Homemade
I’ve spent a lifetime chasing a good haircut - from my dad’s clippers in the basement to barbershops across Detroit, Brooklyn, Oakland, and everywhere...
INs & OUTs for 2026 | Homemade
Let's get a new chapter started! Shannon shares the intentions he’s bringing into 2026 and the habits he’s leaving behind. An honest reset for the yea...
My Alternate Life in Brooklyn
Brooklyn has always felt like home - an alternate home that never happened. In this episode, I share my love affair with a place: the rhythms, the peo...
Half a Century & Still Figuring It Out | Homemade
In this episode, I share my honest truths of reaching the half a century milestone, and how a birthday party with my old high school friends reminded...
Solo Road Trip: No Plans, No Partner, Just Open Road & Opportunities | Homemade
In this episode, Shannon shares the true story of his solo cross-country trip during a time when he needed space, adventure, and a little bit of somet...