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Milestone episodes deserve something special, and our 30th dive into the Three Word Story universe delivers with a twist that takes us from childhood commercial audition fails to outrageous fictional bar concepts.

Dylan kicks things off by revealing his short-lived career as a child actor, sharing how despite his impressive crying skills, he never managed to book a commercial while his sister succeeded. This rare glimpse into personal history sets the tone for an episode filled with unexpected revelations and creative storytelling.

The main concept emerges as both hosts interpret their challenge differently – finding three words from locations with interesting names. Dylan creates "Small Talks," a fictional bar where small talk is forbidden and patrons must follow bizarre rules including confession penalties and the mysterious "buffalo rule." Meanwhile, James chooses The Milk Thistle in Bristol, where he held his wedding reception during Pride weekend, creating a serendipitous celebration he recounts with genuine fondness.

The episode's highlight comes in the form of an extended improv battle between James and fictional bar owner "Gary," showcasing rapid-fire character work as James transforms into everything from a German spy to a squirrel on trial for nut theft. This culminates in an original poem about "Silly McDilly" that perfectly captures the show's blend of childish humor and surprising storytelling craftsmanship.

As we close our 30th adventure, we reflect on how far we've come since those early, rougher episodes. Whether you're a longtime listener or just discovering us, this milestone showcases everything that makes Three Word Story a unique comedy experience. Subscribe now and join us for episode 31, where we'll be sharing stories based on our favorite rock concerts!

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What happens when Christmas Krampus decides to become an entrepreneur? Or when a fictional character embarks on an ayahuasca journey to confront his vices through celebrity roasts? Find out in this wildly imaginative return episode of Three Word Story.

After a brief hiatus, James and Dylan reconnect with their trademark improvisational energy, swapping tales of broken locks and penguin encounters before diving into their creative premise. Using the What3Words app as inspiration, they craft two distinct narratives that showcase their comedic chemistry and willingness to embrace the absurd.

The first story transports listeners to a startup event in Poznan, Poland, where Christmas Krampus—traditionally known for punishing naughty children—pitches unconventional business ideas. His "naughty toys for naughty boys" concept features video games that control children rather than vice versa, and a Tamagotchi that physically affects its owner. The negotiation for "100,000 fingernails" in exchange for equity heightens the surreal humor that defines the show.

The second narrative follows Timmy's journey to sobriety through an ayahuasca ceremony in Panama City. Under the guidance of a shaman, Timmy confronts manifestations of his addictions—alcohol (Johnny Depp), cocaine (Conor McGregor), and marijuana (Snoop Dogg)—by delivering increasingly creative insults. This segment brilliantly balances comedy with an underlying message about confronting personal demons.

What makes this episode particularly special is how it seamlessly blends outlandish scenarios with surprising moments of wisdom, culminating in the shaman's profound observation that "Cool isn't a blunt, a blender or a bar fight. Cool is being okay with being uncool." Join us for this uniquely entertaining return to form, and subscribe to hear what three words will inspire our next improvisational adventure.

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There's something seriously wrong when you put your underpants on backwards in the morning, but that discomfort pales in comparison to what awaits our hosts in this wildly imaginative episode of Three Word Story.

We journey to South Africa to discover the Tokoloshi, a mischievous mythical creature from Zulu and Xhosa folklore that spreads misfortune and can only be kept at bay by elevating your bed on bricks. Dylan shares childhood memories of this cultural belief before James counters with his own mythical creation from "Turkmenistan" – a preposterous being that's half turkey, half man, and half Stan (yes, that's one and a half beings, because mythical creatures don't follow mathematical rules).

The episode transforms when we meet Slimothy, an aspiring rapper with questionable talents who attempts to freestyle using our three words: ticking, toolbar, and ample. His increasingly confident performances build to an unexpected showdown that leaves everyone questioning their sanity and accents.

But the true heart of this episode emerges when James transforms Dylan into an elven squire suffering from a painful anus. What follows is an epic quest complete with a noble steed named Hooves, enchanted forests filled with deadly riddles, rivers guarded by creatures that turn you to stone, and ultimately, the Cave of No Return where the mythical amulet of Anusol awaits. With dice rolls determining fate at every turn, this unpredictable adventure showcases the wild improvisational spirit that makes Three Word Story unlike anything else in your podcast feed.

Join us next week when we flip our format – choosing three words ourselves and using them to discover a random location that must be incorporated into our story. What three words would you choose?

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