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Based on a True Story

by John Moose Williamson

John "Moose" Williamson began this show to tell story of the most interesting thing that ever happened to him. He bets you'll think it's interesting too.

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  1. Oregon: Part 19 - End

    The final episode of my “Oregon” season. You’ll find out what happened when I went home and my final thoughts on the whole experience. Seriously, if you’ve never done it, rate the show, maybe even write a review on iTunes. And it would mean the world to me if you would tell some friends that you...

  2. Oregon: Part 18 - LIVE

    Recorded LIVE at the Cave Cafe on the campus of Calvin College.

  3. Oregon: Part 17 - Dad

    An interview with my dad, Bruce Williamson.

  4. Oregon: Part 16 - Mom

    An interview with my mother, Alice Williamson.

  5. Oregon: Part 15 - The Visit

    My last days in Oregon. I am joined in the wilderness (and on the podcast) by my parents.

  6. Oregon: Part 14 - Name

    The moment you’ve been waiting for: I receive my earth name. And I start to feel pretty ready to head home. And DEFINITELY listen to the very end for a spine-tingling preview of episodes to come.

  7. Oregon: Part 13 - Notes to Self

    I head out on my solo, several days of silence and solitude in the wilderness. It was often pretty boring.

  8. Oregon: Part 12 - The Poor Guy

    As my program nears its end, I reflect on the tension between my experience and my parents' good intentions.

  9. Oregon: Part 11 - The Cookie

    Our story continues as I acclimate to the advanced section of the program. I receive a letter from my grandfather and get to eat an oreo.

  10. Oregon: Part 10 - The Breaks

    Let's get back to the adventure of a lifetime. We return to the wilderness of Oregon as I attempt to graduate from the Impact program to Advanced. Featuring authentic journal entries and letters from Mom and Dad.

  11. Oregon: Part 9 - The Music

    Our story isn't nearly done.

  12. Oregon: Part 8 - The Reasons

    A very tricky episode to put together. I hope we all feel like it worked out. If you're not feeling it, feel free to bail in the middle. NOTE: It is essential that you’ve heard parts 1 through 7 before giving this a try. Thanks, everyone.

  13. Oregon: Part 7 - The New Rules

    The triumphant return of BOATS! The sad return to Obsidian Trails. We're not out of Oregon yet. Featuring music from James Li's Ministry of Interior Spaces Also, I hope you're all seeing our new logo thing by Kendra Kamp.

  14. Oregon: Part 6 - The Ride

    Part 6! Will there be a Part 7? I suppose you'll know by the end of the episode, won't you?

  15. Oregon: Part 5 - The Road

    Fans of episode 4 will not be disappointed. And I sure hope you're all listening through the credits; you don't want to miss any of the fun.

  16. Oregon: Part 4 - The Slip

    The most anticipated episode in the history of the show. What I said happens happens.

  17. Oregon: Part 3 - The Pondering Sage

    Things get real. This chapter has probably the greatest ending in the history of podcasts. Be sure you've heard parts 1 and 2 for the full experience. In addition to my theme song by Parlor Voice (feat. Johnson Cochran), this episode features music from (among others) Ministry of Interior Spaces,...

  18. Oregon: Part 2 - The Rules

    In which we learn the rules. And the truth.

  19. Oregon: Part 1 - Notecards

    Our story begins.

  20. Episode 0: An Introduction

    My first full episode is an introduction to the podcast. I figure it might help to know a little bit about where this show is coming from.

  21. Based on a True Story: Teaser

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

John "Moose" Williamson began this show to tell story of the most interesting thing that ever happened to him. He bets you'll think it's interesting too.

HOSTED BY

John Moose Williamson

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John "Moose" Williamson began this show to tell story of the most interesting thing that ever happened to him. He bets you'll think it's interesting too.

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Based on a True Story has 21 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Based on a True Story is created and hosted by John Moose Williamson.
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