meta_pixel
Tapesearch Logo
Log in
Story Worthy

462 - I Was A Cross Eyed Kid with Comedian Kristen Carney

Story Worthy

Story Worthy Media

Comedian, Hannesphinney, Shotgunstoryworthy, Storyworthy, Stories, Moth, Sideshownetwork, Comedy Interviews, Comedy, Comedians, Storytellingpodcast, Drama, Hollywood, Christineblackburn

4.1529 Ratings

🗓️ 20 November 2017

⏱️ 44 minutes

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Comedian Kristen Carney (Mentally Ch(ill) Podcast and The Adam Carolla show) was just 3 years old when her eyes began to cross. Her life would never be the same. Watch Story Smash the Storytelling Game Show on YouTube anytime! https://bit.ly/39OoTdw With your host Christine Blackburn and comedian Blaine Capatch, writer Danny Zuker and many more talented people like Wayne Federman, MaryLynn Rajskub, Melissa Peterman, Ed Crasnick, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Greg Proops! Four comedians spin the Story Worthy Wheel of Truth and tell a true 1 or 2 minute story on the topic they land. The "expert judges" comment and everyone laughs their ass off. Story Smash sold-out consistently at the Hollywood Improv for 3 years. It's a blast! Check out the Story Smash website here- https://www.storysmashshow.com The Story Worthy Hour & 1/2 Of Power is now once a month on the third Sunday at 5:00pm PST, at Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank California! Watch 7 true hilarious stories in 1 hour! More info on the website- https://www.storyworthypodcast.com Please follow for free, rate, and review Story Worthy on Apple Podcasts here- http://apple.co/1MceZ2Q It really helps. Follow Christine and Story Worthy on Social Media- Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/storyworthy/ Twitter-https://twitter.com/StoryWorthy Facebook- https://facebook.com/StoryWorthy/ and at ChristineBlackburn.com. Thanks guys! Christine

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0

You made it. Here. Finally. Checked out of office to check into the sweet views of that place you've always wanted to go. You know the one. It's nice. Even the kids like it.

0:13.9

This place is so cool. And they never like it. Mom, can we go to the pool?

0:19.2

Look at that. Not even asking for the Wi-Fi.

0:22.4

When you're with AMMAX, it's not if it's going to happen.

0:25.2

But when?

0:26.2

American Express.

0:27.4

Don't live life without it.

0:36.7

Hey, it's Christine from Storyworthy. Do you remember having any childhood trauma? Were you bullied? Were you teased? Did you ever have to spend any time in the hospital?

0:47.8

Remember being in the hospital and I was in a red flyer wagon? And I thought, this is great. Like, this is awesome. I've got my crayons and coloring

0:55.5

books. I thought life was great. And then all of a sudden, I remember it's almost like I see it

1:00.9

as if it would be in a movie. What happened? I was picked up out of my wagon. And all of a sudden,

1:08.0

I'm like, wait a second, put me back my wagon, and they set me on a table,

1:12.3

and I saw a gas mask just coming toward my face. And I didn't know that that was happening.

1:18.3

Today on Storyworthy, comedian Christian Carney talks about a traumatic time in her life dealing

1:23.7

with crossed eyes. Stay close.

1:27.4

Hey, it's Kristen Carney, and you're listening to Storyworthy.

1:51.1

Welcome to Storyworthy. My name is Christine Blackburn, and I'm coming to you from Los Angeles, California.

1:56.1

I'm so glad you guys tuned in today, whether you're a longtime fan of the show or a new listener.

1:57.5

Welcome to Storyworthy.

2:04.3

Now, I hope you guys enjoyed the story last week with comedian Ryan Dune and his story, hashtag Me Too.

2:18.6

Yes, exactly. Sexual harassment. That is what his story was about. And it's a really good one, you guys. So go back and listen to Ryan Dune's story. But not today, because today we're here with the lovely and talented Kristen Carney.

2:24.5

And I got to tell you guys, this girl is so interesting and has such, she just has such an authenticity about her. She's hosted many different podcasts, including with Dr. Drew and

...

Please login to see the full transcript.

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Story Worthy Media, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Story Worthy Media and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.

Copyright © Tapesearch 2026.