THE scoop

Yum’s the Word is the critically-acclaimed NYC-based live storytelling show and podcast. For over a decade, Creator, Host and Cone-oisseur, Robin Gelfenbien has brought people together for funny true stories, Mad Libs and her legen”dairy” homemade ice cream cakes. Lactaid pills at every show… Seriously.

THE LATEST

“Critic’s Pick”
— The New York Times
“Critic’s Pick”
— Time Out New York Comedy
“5 Best Storytelling Series in NYC”
— CBS
“We Love Yum’s the Word”
— BonAppetit.com

Tim Gunn puts all of his heart and soul into this duet with Yum's the Word host, Robin Gelfenbien.

PODCAST

 
“Your 9-year-old birthday party with booze and funnier friends.”
— Flavorpill
“Top Pick for the Week”
— TimeOut New York "Things to Do"

VIDEOS

Featured
The Real "Orange is the New Black" Story

The real Larry (Larry Smith) tells a true story about visiting Piper (Piper Kerman) in jail.

Elna Baker

This American Life's Elna Baker shares her story of weight loss, love and the magic of her grandmother's dress.

Baratunde Thurston

Comedian Baratunde Thurston recounts how a high school crush made him realize how great Nirvana really was in the 90's.

Adam Wade

20-Time Moth Story SLAM Winner, Adam Wade, shares the highs and lows of looking like a celebrity

Tara Clancy

Tara Clancy tells her tale of two cities dividing her time between Queens and the Hamptons.

Aparna Nancherla

Comedian, Aparana Nancherla, recounts her worst driving experience.

MEET AUNTIE

Auntie has always has an interesting (and hilarious) take on pop culture, current events, technology, Kim Kardashian, Donald Trump and more.

 

STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS

Robin Gelfenbien teaching her Storytelling Fun-0-1 workshop for the nonprofit organization, She's the First.

Robin Gelfenbien teaching her Storytelling Fun-0-1 workshop for the nonprofit organization, She's the First.

“Not a single moment wasted in this highly engaging, practical and yes, FUN, storytelling workshop. I literally could have gone on for another four hours. Thank you for sharing your mastery, enthusiasm and helpful guidance.”
— Shana Lory, Leadership Facilitator, Citi