A Gen Z-er (or zoomer!) unpacks the complexities of being mixed race, her mom’s secret pill business, why bird spit is a delicacy, and what it’s like growing up in the age of climate change.

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In celebration of the 200th episode, Chris shares 200 lessons he’s learned from Beautiful/Anonymous, ranging from heartbreaking to hilarious.

A guy from the Deep South tells Chris some wild travel stories, and about the time he got hit by a car inside of a Waffle House.

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In the drive thru line to get some fast food chicken, this caller tells Geth about dealing with the aftermath of her husband’s psychotic break.

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A caller in London talks to Geth about British & European politics, noting that there might be a problem with political parties founded by comedians.

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This caller found out later in life that her dad isn’t her biological father. The story involves Gethard in a way you would never expect.

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Glandon Oakfoot, Jomar Salveston and Tyrone The Terrible reunite for one last adventure. They’re joined by their trusted Game Master, a parade of familiar friends and intern Gingerburg in an effort to revive the Princess from catatonic busy signal sickness. For more Beautiful Follow-Ups & the full Beautiful/Anonymous back catalog, go to StitcherPremium.com and use code STORIES.

Listeners (including a surprising number of aspiring novelists) called in for a series of brief one minute calls to tell Geth their goals, hopes and plans for 2020.

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Years ago, this caller dropped their phone while on the line with Chris and the call was lost forever. They finally re-connect and discuss passing for cis, family, masculinity and the musical Hamilton.

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“It takes a toll on you quickly.” On her 22nd birthday, a former model who became a flight attendant talks to Gethard about her old career (scouted at a Jonas Brothers concert) and her new career (don’t go barefoot into the airplane bathroom).

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Cocaine in kitchens, the widespread impact of a South Park episode on Yelp and review culture. A chef brings Geth behind the scenes of restaurant kitchens and then gets deep and reflective.

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What’s it like to be a public school teacher today? Gethard finds out from a fellow New Jerseyite.

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A parent talks about her family’s journey with foster care, adoption & a really long walk in Spain.

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In her work as a community organizer, this caller loves listening to other people’s stories and asking tough questions. She tells her story and it includes a lot of struggles particularly with her father and his alcoholism including things like a warrant for murder and being surveilled by the State Police.

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A caller is trying to get a mortgage to buy a duplex with a big group of polyamorous friends and family in Southern Maine.

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