There is never a dull day working in Human Resources. In today’s episode, I share some of the behind the scenes of being an HR professional and the emotional push and pull of the work day. Tangents include People Magazine, Mario’s Bowser, and of course, Toby from the Office. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

This episode ponders my propensity to be annoyed all.the.time. Tangents include sleeping naked, negative Yelp reviews, and Titanic. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Welcome to VOLUME 2 of This is Not the Prologue, a memoir-style podcast hosted by me, Danielle. This is a nonfiction, storytelling show that highlights meaningful thoughts that don’t matter. Today’s season opener features discussion on my favorite infomercial, civil war reenactments, and the classic debate of peeing in showers.Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

In today’s special BONUS episode, I’m sharing my Top Ten BEST books of 2022. All the books mentioned have been listed below and bookish resources are linked. Book Resources:The StorygraphGoodreads Goodreads - Danielle’s profile (add me as a friend!)PangoBooks (check-out my personal bookshop)Book Talk, etc. Podcast Top Ten Books:#10 Comfort Me with Apples by Catherynne M. Valente#9 Savage Appetites: Four True Stories of Women, Crime, and Obsession by Rachel Monroe#8 The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz#7 Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica, translated by Sarah Moses#6 These Silent Woods by Kimi Cunningham Grant#5 The Shining by Stephen King#4 The Measure by Nikki Erlick#3 I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes#2 Misery by Stephen King#1 Confessions by Kanae Minato, translated by Stephen SnyderBook Superlatives:Most F*cked-Up: Tender is the Flesh, Confessions, & Perfect Days by Raphael Montes, translated by Alison EntrekinBest Audio: His and Hers by Alice FeeneyMost Disappointing: Elektra by Jennifer Saint, Tell Me an Ending by Jo Harkin, & Upgrade by Blake CrouchUnpopular opinion: The Last Housewife by Ashley WinsteadMost Surprising: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. MaasThank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Today’s episode is the SEASON FINALE of Volume One. This has been such a fun ride - thank you for listening and supporting the show. Volume Two will be up after a short break. For now, please enjoy today’s story on Santa, sex, traumatizing children, and Lifetime movies. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Today’s episode features dads who don’t let their kids win and a shoutout to the PS2 NASCAR 2000 racing game. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

This episode is a BLAST FROM THE PAST! Each volume, I’ll share one sample of writing “from the archives” - a piece I haven’t shared publicly and only mildly edited for clarity. This gives you and me a chance to walk down memory lane and to see if I stand by the thoughts & ideas of my younger self. In today’s archive, I have a creative existential crisis. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Today’s episode shares the story of acquiring my first cat and her bittersweet love story. Happy Halloween to all you cool (black) cats & kittens. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

This episode ponders the Pill (yeah, that one). My journey stopping hormonal birth control after 16 years hasn't been easy. If you're in a transition with fertility, questioning what's next, or just generally trying to cope with change - this one's for you. TW: pregnancy, menstruation, motherhoodThank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

This episode discusses our comfort with strangers - riding in their cars, eating their candy, and avoiding conversation at all costs. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Today’s episode ponders human assumptions and dog thieves. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast

Welcome to This Is Not The Prologue, a memoir-style podcast hosted by Danielle Baker. This is a nonfiction, storytelling show that highlights meaningful thoughts that don’t matter. Today’s inaugural episode includes creating a podcast starter kit and why I’d love to have you stay and listen for a while. Thank you for listening! Take care out there.Follow the show on Instagram @notprologuepodcast