The Story Traders Podcast

8: Stories About Truck Mishaps - Part I

This episode of Story Traders is a family affair! Caleb and Josiah are joined by their dad as they swap stories of truck troubles, towing fails, and lessons learned behind the wheel.
Caleb starts things off with a tale of towing a camper right after buying it—what could possibly go wrong? (Spoiler: a lot.) Josiah follows with a cringe-worthy story of a truck mishap that still makes him shake his head.
Then their dad brings it home with a story from his own youth—when his dad let him use the family truck for the first time… and let’s just say it didn’t come back in mint condition.
From minor dents to major memories, this episode is full of laughs, bumps, and a whole lot of life experience on four wheels.

7: Stories About Pranks - Part II

The prank stories keep coming in this second round of harmless fun on Story Traders! Caleb and Josiah are back with more tales of mischief, proving that the best pranks are the ones everyone can laugh about—eventually.
 
Caleb kicks things off with a workplace classic, where he and his coworkers pranked a former boss using a line ticket taker machine, turning the office into an unexpected waiting room. Josiah follows up with a story about tricking a friend with a very misleading Subway gift card. Finally, Caleb wraps it up with some legendary college pranks—harmless but just enough to keep fellow students on their toes.
 
Packed with creativity, clever setups, and plenty of laughs, this episode is another reminder that sometimes, life is just more fun with a little mischief!

6: Stories about Pranks - Part I

In this laugh-out-loud episode of Story Traders, Caleb and Josiah share some of their best (and most harmless) pranks—proving that a little mischief goes a long way.
 
Caleb kicks things off with the time he and some friends pulled a genius workplace prank, gifting a coworker a custom nameplate with an unexpected twist. Josiah follows up with a classic prank involving a cockroach and an unsuspecting friend—because nothing says friendship like a well-placed bug.
 
Finally, Caleb wraps things up with an April Fools’ prank he pulled on his wife, Bailey, at home—one that he'd been planning for months.
 
Packed with creativity, good-natured fun, and a few lessons in prank strategy, this episode of Story Traders is one you won’t want to miss!

5: Stories about Slopes, Wipeouts, and Construction Vests

In this wintery episode of Story Traders, Caleb and Josiah hit the slopes—at least in their memories—as they swap some of their funniest and most embarrassing skiing and snowboarding stories. From lift fails to legendary wipeouts, this one’s packed with laughs and a few bruises.
Josiah kicks things off with a classic ski lift blunder—one of those moments where you just have to laugh (after the embarrassment fades, of course). From there, the brothers reminisce about their ski trips and their unconventional but genius strategy for sticking together on the mountain: wearing bright construction vests. Because nothing says “pro skier” like high-visibility gear!
Caleb then shares a story that’s equal parts hilarious and unfortunate—how their mom took a spectacular, unintentional tumble at the bottom of the hill, making for a moment the family would never forget.
Finally, Caleb wraps things up with an all-too-relatable tale of taking a fall on the slopes and just… never stopping. Sometimes gravity wins, and sometimes it turns your wipeout into an Olympic-level endurance slide.
Full of nostalgia, ridiculous moments, and the universal truth that skiing and snowboarding always come with their fair share of fails, this episode of Story Traders is a fun ride from start to finish!

4: Stories about Coworkers - Part I

In this episode of Story Traders, Caleb and Josiah dive into the hilarious and unexpected moments that come with working alongside colorful coworkers. From major announcements to workplace mishaps, this one’s packed with stories that prove the office (or job site) is sometimes just as entertaining as home.
 
Caleb starts off with a personal story—how he told his coworkers he was expecting a baby… only for there to be a major plot twist that no one saw coming. Josiah follows up with a classic workplace disaster involving plants, a trailer, and an unfortunate encounter with a pond—because, of course, things don’t always go as planned.
 
As the laughs keep rolling, Caleb shares a couple of unforgettable interactions with his boss, including an unexpected twist on No-Shave November and a memorable conversation surrounding the anniversary of the moon landing.
 
With a mix of humor, surprises, and the kind of work stories that stick with you for years, this episode of Story Tradersreminds us that sometimes, the best part of the job is simply the people you work with.

3: Stories About Camping - Part I (ft. Isaac)

This week on Story Traders, Caleb and Josiah welcome their longtime friend Isaac—who comes prepared with plenty of wild stories of his own. Together, the trio takes a hilarious and nostalgic trip through past adventures, proving once again that the best stories come from unexpected moments.
 
Caleb kicks things off with a legendary Yellowstone mishap involving bear spray—because what’s a national park visit without a little self-inflicted chaos? Josiah follows up with the tale of a late-night campground setup in New York that turned into an exhausting (and slightly ridiculous) challenge.
 
But the real highlight? Isaac brings back the memory of that same New York trip, where he and Caleb conspired to get Josiah to make an important phone call to a girl… from the top of a mountain. Let’s just say, peer pressure and high altitudes make for a story worth telling.
 
And just when they think they’re done, one last adventure surfaces—a canoe excursion that led to some epic drone-shot Instagram pictures, proving that even the simplest trips can turn into unforgettable moments.
 
Packed with adventure, laughs, and the kind of memories that only close friends can create, this episode of Story Traders is one for the books!

2: Stories About Our Bachelor Parties

In this episode of Story Traders, Caleb and Josiah take a trip down memory lane to relive their unforgettable bachelor parties—each chaotic in its own way.
 
Josiah kicks things off with the wild tale of his bachelor party, proving that even a group of mostly homeschooled groomsmen can get way out of hand when firecrackers are involved. What started as a seemingly tame celebration turned into a night full of unexpected chaos, leaving Josiah questioning how they all made it out in one piece.
 
Caleb follows up with stories from his own bachelor party and a realization that hit him years after his wedding—one that adds a surprising twist to his celebration. As the brothers swap stories, they quickly realize that their groomsmen—almost identical between both weddings—had a knack for making things both memorable and mildly ridiculous.
 
With plenty of laughter, embarrassing moments, and a few lessons learned along the way, this episode is all about brotherhood, friendship, and the unpredictable nature of pre-wedding celebrations.

1: Stories About Each Other

In the very first episode of Story Traders, Caleb takes the mic to share some classic stories about Josiah—his deep sense of values, his legendary frugality, and how he always prioritized relationships. From childhood antics to moments of quiet wisdom, Caleb paints a picture of a brother who knew what mattered most (even if it meant counting every penny).
But Josiah doesn’t hold back either. He dives into Caleb’s unwavering determination when it comes to finishing projects—whether they were necessary or not—along with some tales of Caleb’s unique sense of humor, including the unforgettable birthday cards he’s written over the years. And, of course, Josiah recalls the moment Caleb nervously spilled the news about an upcoming date, leading to a classic brotherly exchange.
Packed with humor, heart, and the kind of storytelling only brothers can pull off, this debut episode sets the tone for Story Traders—real, raw, and full of life’s best (and most embarrassing) moments.
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