Yum's The Word Show

Sam Dingman (The Moth Radio Hour) shares the unusual career choice he made when he was a struggling actor in NYC. Vanessa Golenia (The Moth) reveals the unlikely gift her mom gave her for Christmas one year. Morgan talks about the highs and lows of her first trip to NYC. Plus, Robin and Alex share some of their favorite podcasts and more.

In honor of Auntie’s 77th birthday, we're sharing some never-before-heard footage from Auntie. She divulges her Me Too story, where she learned how to make ice cream cakes and the best birthday gift she ever got. Plus, she lays on the Jewish guilt thick… naturally.

Drew Prochaska (RISK!) shares the story of the unconventional way his boss boosted morale at his office. Gastor Almonte (Comedy Central) reveals the ridiculous shenanigans he got into as a teenager in East New York, Brooklyn. Plus, in honor of 4/20, Robin talks about the time she was drug tested and chats with Auntie about her dalliance with drugs back in the 60s.

Stacey Bader Curry (The Moth) discovers the meaning of Christmas and family after an unexpected encounter with a well-known Daily Show correspondent. Gianmarco Soresi (truTV) shares the story of his birthright trip when he takes Rabbi Shlomo to task during a game of "Stump the Rabbi." Plus, Robin shares the origin of her last name and tests Gianmarco on his Yiddish knowledge.

Dawn J. Fraser (TEDNYC) recalls a hairy situation she got into in Brazil. Josh Johnson (The Daily Show) reveals the hysterical and outrageous ways he spent his free time as a teenager. Auntie leaves Robin a hilarious voicemail. Robin geeks out over March Madness, shares a very cool experience she had recently and tries her hand at rapping.