Two Original Shows. One Viral Storyteller. Endless Conversation.
Welcome to the world of Aaron Calafato — a viral storyteller and podcaster whose work has reached over 30 million listeners and viewers across platforms. Known for honest, unscripted, and unforgettable stories and conversations.
Aaron’s original shows — The Storytelling University and Live and Unscripted! — have become go-to spaces where creatives, artists, and thinkers flock for the kinds of authentic conversations they love.
🎤 Recent Guests Include: Soledad O'Brien • Adam Grant • Julie Shapiro • Van Jones • Angus Fletcher • Maurice Benard • Thomas Ian Nicholas • Noraly Schoenmaker (Itchy Boots)
Aaron’s original shows — The Storytelling University and Live and Unscripted! — have become go-to spaces where creatives, artists, and thinkers flock for the kinds of authentic conversations they love.
🎤 Recent Guests Include: Soledad O'Brien • Adam Grant • Julie Shapiro • Van Jones • Angus Fletcher • Maurice Benard • Thomas Ian Nicholas • Noraly Schoenmaker (Itchy Boots)
SHOW ONE:
A 45-minute remote video + audio interview on how stories shape us.
What The Storytelling University like?
It’s got the love of craft like Inside the Actors Studio, the curiosity of Malcolm Gladwell, and the grounded, working-class sensibility of Mike Rowe. A space for intimate conversations about why stories matter.
What makes it special?
Guided by Aaron’s insatiable curiosity, this is not a traditional interview—it’s a human-first, narrative-rich exploration that cuts through the noise of bios and backstories to uncover how and why stories emerge, how they shape who we are, and what drives creatives, artists, and storytellers to make the work they do.
Guest value
📺 Full video published on YouTube (35K+ subscribers / 26M+ views)
🎧 Audio released on the 7 Minute Stories podcast feed (🔥 90% average episode consumption rate, 1M+ listens, and 30M+ cross-platform views)
🎁 Raw video and audio files gifted to your team for free use
📊 Audience Snapshot
Aaron’s YouTube Channel
📺 35K+ subscribers
🔁 26M+ lifetime views
📍 Core audience: Adults 28–58 with a passion for storytelling, media, & creative culture
7 Minute Stories Podcast
🎧 1M+ annual downloads
📈 30M+ cross-platform views
🧠 90% episode completion rate
🎙️ Available on Apple, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms
📍 Core Audience
Emotionally intelligent adults aged 28–55 who value depth, creativity, and meaning-driven content. They’re curious thinkers, lifelong learners, and story-lovers drawn to honest conversations, personal growth, and the transformative power of narrative.
What The Storytelling University like?
It’s got the love of craft like Inside the Actors Studio, the curiosity of Malcolm Gladwell, and the grounded, working-class sensibility of Mike Rowe. A space for intimate conversations about why stories matter.
What makes it special?
Guided by Aaron’s insatiable curiosity, this is not a traditional interview—it’s a human-first, narrative-rich exploration that cuts through the noise of bios and backstories to uncover how and why stories emerge, how they shape who we are, and what drives creatives, artists, and storytellers to make the work they do.
Guest value
📺 Full video published on YouTube (35K+ subscribers / 26M+ views)
🎧 Audio released on the 7 Minute Stories podcast feed (🔥 90% average episode consumption rate, 1M+ listens, and 30M+ cross-platform views)
🎁 Raw video and audio files gifted to your team for free use
📊 Audience Snapshot
Aaron’s YouTube Channel
📺 35K+ subscribers
🔁 26M+ lifetime views
📍 Core audience: Adults 28–58 with a passion for storytelling, media, & creative culture
7 Minute Stories Podcast
🎧 1M+ annual downloads
📈 30M+ cross-platform views
🧠 90% episode completion rate
🎙️ Available on Apple, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms
📍 Core Audience
Emotionally intelligent adults aged 28–55 who value depth, creativity, and meaning-driven content. They’re curious thinkers, lifelong learners, and story-lovers drawn to honest conversations, personal growth, and the transformative power of narrative.
SHOW TWO:
A 20-minute, audio-only call-in show livestreamed on YouTube — with the nostalgic vibe of old-school radio.
What's Calafato: LIVE! & Unscripted like?
Like a light-hearted, midwestern WTF with Marc Maron, but livestreamed with audience participation and the nostalgic charm of late-night radio.
What makes it special?
A nostalgic, late-night livestream experience where guests can call in — no video required. This live, radio-style format blends humor, memory, and unscripted storytelling. It's a relaxed, audio-first show that fits into busy lives while creating unexpected, human moments that stick.
Guest Value
📞 Remote, no-prep call-in format (via Riverside). Simply hop on the line, no camera needed.
📺 Streamed live to YouTube (35K+ subscribers, 26M+ views).
🗣️ Plug your work or announce projects in an unexpected, authentic space. A destination for fans to tune in and discover breaking news.
🎁 Audio available post-show for your team’s use.
🕰️ Convenient for busy schedules. The raw, real-time format adds charm, relatability, and energy.
🧭 A refreshing counterpoint to traditional press. Built on surprise, honesty, and unscripted connection.
📈 Peak engagement during the 8:30 PM ET livestream window.
⏱️ High listener retention thanks to the short-form, low-friction format.
📍 Attracts a curious, loyal audience looking for real moments in real time.
📊 Audience Snapshot
Aaron’s YouTube Channel
📺 35K+ subscribers
🔁 26M+ lifetime views
📍 Core audience: Adults 28–58 with a passion for storytelling, media, & creative culture
What's Calafato: LIVE! & Unscripted like?
Like a light-hearted, midwestern WTF with Marc Maron, but livestreamed with audience participation and the nostalgic charm of late-night radio.
What makes it special?
A nostalgic, late-night livestream experience where guests can call in — no video required. This live, radio-style format blends humor, memory, and unscripted storytelling. It's a relaxed, audio-first show that fits into busy lives while creating unexpected, human moments that stick.
Guest Value
📞 Remote, no-prep call-in format (via Riverside). Simply hop on the line, no camera needed.
📺 Streamed live to YouTube (35K+ subscribers, 26M+ views).
🗣️ Plug your work or announce projects in an unexpected, authentic space. A destination for fans to tune in and discover breaking news.
🎁 Audio available post-show for your team’s use.
🕰️ Convenient for busy schedules. The raw, real-time format adds charm, relatability, and energy.
🧭 A refreshing counterpoint to traditional press. Built on surprise, honesty, and unscripted connection.
📈 Peak engagement during the 8:30 PM ET livestream window.
⏱️ High listener retention thanks to the short-form, low-friction format.
📍 Attracts a curious, loyal audience looking for real moments in real time.
📊 Audience Snapshot
Aaron’s YouTube Channel
📺 35K+ subscribers
🔁 26M+ lifetime views
📍 Core audience: Adults 28–58 with a passion for storytelling, media, & creative culture
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