165 There's a Bat in The House!

165 There's a Bat in The House!

Chris and Kory kick off Independence Day with fireworks, family traditions, and a festive cocktail before an unexpected encounter takes the conversation in a deeper direction. After a bat invades Kory's century-old home, a dramatic rescue ends with a hawk swooping in for its next meal. What begins as a funny family story becomes a reflection on fear, mortality, and the Christian practice of memento mori—remembering that our lives are finite. Along the way, they explore why modern life keeps death at a distance, how that shapes the way we value life, and why even ordinary stories can point us toward eternal truths.

164 How Kory Ended Up in a Locker Room Fight

A routine trip to the gym takes an unexpected turn when Kory finds himself caught in the middle of a heated locker-room confrontation over a missing Star Wars towel. As tempers flare and accusations fly, a simple conflict becomes an opportunity to reflect on mercy, justice, and the surprising way God loves every person involved—even when they're at odds with each other. Along the way, the guys discuss forgiveness and why we're often both the one who has been wronged and the one in need of grace.

163 How Not to Lose Your Wallet (and Your Faith)

What do a Cardinals game, a missing wallet, and a stranger's integrity have in common? More than you'd think. Chris shares the story of losing his wallet at Target Field and how the experience revealed a powerful spiritual truth: we rarely lose the most important things in life on purpose. Faith, patience, trust, and love are usually lost one small decision at a time.

162 Storydram Throwback: From Vampire Conventions to God's Providence

In this Storydram throwback, Ryan O'Hara shares one of the funniest stories in podcast history—a hotel elevator encounter with a group of vampire role-players—and one of the most moving. Ryan reflects on growing up with a father who suffered from early-onset Alzheimer's, the wounds and maturity that came from it, and how God has brought healing, identity, and hope through the years.

161 Storydram Throwback: The Unexpected Bus Ride

We're digging into the Story Dram archives for this special throwback episode. Chris shares the unforgettable story of the day his young daughter accidentally boarded the wrong school bus and seemingly disappeared for a terrifying half hour. What follows is a powerful reflection on what it means to be lost, how God relentlessly searches for His children, and the joy of being found again. A timeless conversation about family, faith, fear, and grace.