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Published by Kelly Swanson
Funny Southern stories that make you laugh — and sneak up on the soul. Welcome to a storytelling porch where humor meets heart, sass meets sincerity, and the ordinary moments of life turn into stories about courage, compassion, and the messy, beautiful business of being human. Some stories unfold in the beloved town of Prides Hollow — a small Southern place with big characters and bigger hearts. Others step outside that world into real-life moments, personal reflections, and tales gathered from the road. Different settings, same promise: 💜 You’ll laugh first. You’ll feel something second. And somewhere in between, you’ll see your life in a whole new story. Part comedy, part comfort, part quiet whisper of hope — these stories remind us that we’re braver than we think, kinder than we know, and never as alone as we feel. Settle in. Take a deep breath. You’re among friends now.
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Send us Fan Mail Ya'll are not going to believe who my cousin brought to Buck and Betty's wedding. It was horrible. Glad I was there to see it, and glad I get to share it with you. Nothing's ever boring in Prides Hollow, the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Just remember, you didn't hear it from me. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Diddly may consider himself the master of pranks, much to the dismay of his wife, Boo. But this time, he went too far. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail When the simple act of watching TV together can drive you to drink. Enjoy this quick little laugh on me. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Kelly shares a moment that probably shouldn't be shared. Bless her heart. Ringworm is no joke! Support the show
Send us Fan Mail I think almost every family has a Nester. Bless his heart. He called us this week to tell us he saw Jesus on the side of his garage. And of course he wants to profit on it. Life is never boring in the small town with the big heart, where the people stay, but the gossip travels. Just remember - you didn't hear it from me! Support the show
Send us Fan Mail A simple story about a tree and its impact on our childhood. Inspired by my recent trip to Spruce Pine, NC, where I met my people. I hope you like it. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Bless Bitsy's heart for trying, but she is not adjusting too well to that new Peloton she just got. She sure did make those EMTs work hard for their paycheck. Join us for another hilarious tale from Prides Hollow, where things are NEVER boring. Share this video with your friends who need a laugh. Subscribe to the channel so you'll know when new stories come out. And stay on the funny side of life. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Oh my. Ernestine would have a FIT if she knew I was telling you this story. But it is too good to keep a secret. You have GOT to hear what happened when she went for her gynecology appointment. It is OMG graphic. So don't say I didn't warn you. Just remember, you didn't hear it from me. Another hilarious tale from funny motivational speaker Kelly Swanson and her small town with the big heart - where the people stay, but the gossip travels. Book this funny motivational comedian and storytelling keynote speaker to come to your next event. In addition to the laughs, she'll warm your heart, and teach you how to tap into the power of your story - laughing the whole way. #humor #motivation #funnymotivationalspeaker #keynotespeaker #storytellingspeaker #theatre #theater #onewomanshow www.MotivationalSpeakerKellySwanson.com www.WhoHijackedMyFairyTale.com www.PridesHollowTheaterShow.com Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Sparky's done run out of his ninth life. Found him during a game of hide and seek. Most exciting family reunion ever. Come find out how it went, in our tiny town with a small heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. And even a funeral for a cat can be fun to watch. Funny motivational speaker, Kelly Swanson, is editor of the Prides Hollow Gazette, bringing you the latest news that fit to tell. Bring Kelly into your next event to hear even more stories, and how the town is on a current challenge to be brave. You don't want to miss this! #storyteller #funnymotivationalspeaker #keynotespeaker #comedy Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Another hilarious moment in Prides Hollow when they find a brassiere in aisle three of Buster's Bait and Tackle. Right near the egg salad sandwiches and the bait - where my cousin's water broke last year. Place your bets on the owner of the bra. Pot is up to $200. Things are never boring in this tiny town with the big heart - where the people stay but the gossip travels. Just remember, you didn't hear it from me. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail You are not going to believe what Ernestine Fink did in the sanctuary when she tripped over a dead body! It is a story you will NEVER forget. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Ever thought a taxidermied moose would make a great gift? Neither did Fern. Come hear another hilarious bit of news from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Hilarious southern storyteller Kelly Swanson just keeps bringing more funnies from her beloved town. Need a laugh today? This is it. MotivationalSpeakerKellySwanson.com PridesHollowTheaterShow.com WhoHijackedMyFairyTale.com Funny motivational speaker and storytelling speaker Kelly Swanson would be fun to bring to your next event! Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Who knew that one little letter could make such a difference? Poor Duvelle. Enjoy today's laugh at her expense. Just remember, you didn't hear it from me! Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Did you hear? There was a break in over at Bert and Erma's house! Let me be the first to give you the details. It was harrowing. Just another quick bit of hearsay from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail A touching story about the bond between a boy and his grandpa. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Poor thing. Not Fern. Her dog. Who can blame that dog for quitting? There's only so much a support animal should have to take. I'm just saying. Just another quick bit of hearsay from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail Good grief. He's done it again. Earl has done lost his teeth. If you find them, please bring them to Bingo. Things are never boring in the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail It's a miracle and a half! Nester was saved this week. You've GOT to hear how it happened. Just another quick bit of hearsay from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail As you may already know, Percy passed. If you didn't make the funeral, then you should hear about the doves that were released at the ceremony. It wasn't pretty. Just another quick bit from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay but the gossip travels. Support the show
Send us Fan Mail What is this world coming to? You can't even go in for a pedicure without being afraid. Come here what happened at the nail salon when Nadine was almost killed. More gossip from the small town with the big heart, where the people stay, but the gossip travels. You can count on me to give you the scoop. Support the show
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