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The Short Story Lounge

Hosted by Ruth Schmeckpeper & Elizabeth Daghfal | Clean Short Stories · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 7 episodes

Where this show ranks

Episodes
7
Last ep.
12 days ago
Avg length
10m
Booking Probability™
34
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Listen Score
13
Niche reach.
Virality (30d)
45
Steady cadence.

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Required Pod Score
80/ 100
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About this podcast

The Short Story Lounge is a podcast where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement.Each episode features a clean short story written by new and seasoned authors and read aloud by hosts Ruth Schmeckpeper and Elizabeth Daghfal. From contemporary and romantic fiction to heartfelt stories of faith and second chances, you’ll find thoughtful storytelling designed to help you slow down and breathe.So settle in, press play, and enjoy a few quiet moments in the Lounge.

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About the host

Ruth Schmeckpeper & Elizabeth Daghfal | Clean Short Stories hosts The Short Story Lounge, a fiction show with 7 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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Episode 6: Classroom Cupid by Leslie Kirby DeVooght

May 20, 20268mEp. 6S1

Episode Title: “Classroom Cupid” by Leslie Kirby DeVooght Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share “Classroom Cupid” written by Leslie Kirby DeVoo

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Episode 5: Morty's Farewell by Carrie Hachadurian

Apr 15, 202623mEp. 5S1

Episode Title: “Morty’s Farewell” by Carrie Hachadurian Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share “Morty’s Farewell” written by Carrie Hachadurian

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“The Passover Lamb” by Carolyn Jacobs

Mar 18, 20269mEp. 4S1

Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share “The Passover Lamb” written by Carolyn Jacobs and read by Elizabeth Daghfal. If you enjoyed today’s story

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Episode 3: Love, Vanessa by Pamela G. Baker

Feb 26, 20267mEp. 3S1

Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share "Love, Vanessa" written by Pamela G. Baker and read by Ruth Schmeckpeper and Elizabeth Daghfal. If you en

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Episode 2: Over the Moon by Elizabeth Daghfal

Feb 26, 202611mEp. 2S1

Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share "Over the Moon" written and read by Elizabeth Daghfal. If you enjoyed today’s story, please take a moment

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Episode 1: Welcome Home, Otis Brown by Ruth Schmeckpeper

Feb 26, 202610mEp. 1S1

Welcome to The Short Story Lounge, where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. Today we’re honored to share Welcome Home, Otis Brown written and read by Ruth Schmeckpeper. If you enjoyed today’s story, please take

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The Short Story Lounge Trailer

Feb 17, 20261mS1

Welcome to The Short Story Lounge. This is our official trailer—an introduction to a podcast where stories offer rest, hope, and encouragement. In the coming weeks, we’ll share meaningful clean short stories from new and

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Audience demographics

Age
25-54
Consumer type
General audience

Topics covered

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Frequently asked questions

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To pitch The Short Story Lounge, visit https://shortstorylounge.podbean.com for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent fiction coverage.

Who is the host of The Short Story Lounge?

The Short Story Lounge is hosted by Ruth Schmeckpeper & Elizabeth Daghfal | Clean Short Stories. The show is categorised under fiction (arts) and has published 7 episodes.

How many episodes does The Short Story Lounge have?

The Short Story Lounge has published 7 episodes.

What topics does The Short Story Lounge cover?

The Short Story Lounge regularly covers fiction, arts, books. It sits in the fiction category, with a arts focus.

Is it hard to get booked on The Short Story Lounge?

The Short Story Lounge is accessible for guests with genuine fiction expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is The Short Story Lounge currently accepting guest pitches?

The Short Story Lounge hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are The Short Story Lounge episodes?

Episodes of The Short Story Lounge average 10 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

What guest credentials does The Short Story Lounge typically look for?

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