How I Survived My First Thanksgiving Dinner

Did you know that trying to melt a frozen turkey bottom can kill your hair dryer? I've been a cook for years, but my first attempt at making a Thanksgiving dinner wasn't as easy as I had envisioned.

Have a laugh as you learn how to extract the neck from a frozen turkey bottom. What to do when you have a bland dessert from friends and a chocolate pudding that won't set. And what happens when you put a turkey that's not totally thawed into a very hot oven?

Welcome to the Does This Happen to You show, where life's absurdities take center stage—told by the women and men who have lived them.

Ever found yourself utterly perplexed by the world? You’re not alone! This show is a collection of laugh-out-loud, first-person stories from female writers and the occasional male writer who share their real-life experiences with wit, charm, and a touch of bemusement.

Whether it’s navigating social mishaps, deciphering life’s oddities, or simply embracing the delightful chaos of everyday moments, these stories will have you nodding in recognition and chuckling in solidarity.

Perfect for fans of smart, relatable humor, each podcast is a short-but-sweet dive into life’s unexpected turns—no filter, no fluff, just real voices telling real tales. If you love storytelling that highlights the quirks of existence, listen, and join the conversation. After all, life is weird, so we might as well laugh about it!