500 Ironic Stories

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Bad with Numbers May 16, 2026

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Cornell math professors gather at a restaurant to celebrate a colleague. When the check arrives, their waitress discovers they are bad with numbers. Short story with text and audio.

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One-sided Triangle May 09, 2026

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A successful CEO commands respect from everyone but his twin daughters who crave approval from their soccer coach who works for their father. Short story with text and audio.

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Cat Math May 02, 2026

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After becoming a reluctant owner of a new kitten thanks to his kids, Sylvester sees the number of cats at home mysteriously increase. Short story with text and audio.

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Autocorrect Killer Apr 25, 2026

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Truman sends his friend disturbing text messages about what he’s done to his boss. Has he snapped or become a victim of autocorrect? Short story with text and audio.

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Color Me Mine Apr 18, 2026

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After getting matched up online, a couple meets at Color Me Mine to paint ceramics. What happens to their vases after losing contact? Short story with text and audio.

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Enough to Go Around Apr 11, 2026

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Watching her son share a bag of orange slices with another boy at a playground, a mother learns a surprise lesson on generosity. Short story with text and audio.

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Throwing a Round of Golf Apr 04, 2026

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Lured by an eccentric billionaire, first time golfer Carter tests whether he scores lower by throwing or hitting the ball during a round. Short story with text and audio.

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April Fool Mar 28, 2026

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Josh entertains himself by pranking clueless coworkers in his office. An April Fool’s Day prank turns out even more epic than he expected. Short story with text and audio.

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Paris Reunion Mar 21, 2026

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During their first trip to France, parents ignore their itinerary trying to meet up with their adult children for an impromptu Paris reunion. Short story with text and audio.

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Bat Signal Mar 14, 2026

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A bat traps two roommates in their upstairs apartment. Hoping for rescue, they flash a bat signal toward a crowd of partygoers below. Short story with text and audio.

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