Too shy. Too honest.Too weird. I adore short stories and through my podcasts would like to bring some greatest ones ever written to you.
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Short stories and serialized fiction for those who like a good yarn. A shape-shifting and award-winning author, Cochran writes humor, satire, magical realist, literary and mainstream stories to name a few. Relax and enjoy a story. If not to your taste, try another. If still not to your taste, carry on and enjoy life.
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The Bible is Lit has two styles of episodes, Story Time and Talking Time. Story Time episodes are short paraphrases of Bible passages in the style of an awkward and overly earnest youth pastor. Talking Time episodes feature interviews where I talk about passages from Story Time episodes in depth with a guest cohost. The presentation may be occasionally silly, but it is rooted in years of academic study and youth ministry. And ancient texts do not connect with those who don't read or listen t ...
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A magical-realist journey through a recurring nightmare I've had for several years. The concept of the doppelganger is fascinating, and this story has been through ten iterations before finding a final form. Enjoy the journey through the mind of James/Mike/Ben. :) Support the showBy JD Cochran
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Bring your expectations and emotional baggage to "a good tale with tension, good characters and a decent plot" (the author). This story is a result of writing for others and never making others satisfied. OR it's about creating whatever feels good, regardless of audience. OR it's about nothing. Take your pick. Support the show…
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A man taking Christmas gifts to an orphanage in Mexico has a night that changes everything. As a short-short story, I hope you enjoy this small glimpse into the life of another. Support the showBy JD Cochran
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Magical realism hits the big city grind. When a trumpet begins to play a single note late at night, strange things occur. Told through the perspective of Sarah, a supermarket cashier, we come to learn just how obsessive a single note can be. Enjoy! If you don't like this story, I'll post one you'll like. Eventually. Don't give up on me just yet. :)…
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Disgusted by the wave or lame vampire stories, Cochran responded to Skive magazine and their call for vampire stories and "On to Better Things" was published in August of 2010. Based in Australia, Cochran has always loved Skive content and has always hated vampire stories. Unfortunately, Skive is now another defunct journal. In an attempt to put th…
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Wise guys find the itty bitty Jesus is toddlin and King Herod is being shady AF.By Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada
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Genesis 2 Story Time by Jean-Daniel Ó DonncadaBy Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada
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Matthew 1 Story Time by Jean-Daniel Ó DonncadaBy Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada
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Genesis 1 Story Time by Jean-Daniel Ó DonncadaBy Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada
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Umberto Eco- world's most knowledgeable man- said he became so because he utilized a lot empty spaces in his day with valuable things like going up an elevator is a nice 3 minute free time to brainstorm on a new idea. Well for you, I am thinking LISTEN TO A GREAT Short Story.By Mansi jain
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