Carly Travis is a writer and the creator of Not Spam, a newsletter that consists of diaries, personal essays, and satire. It's definitely not spam. Her work is an expression of her internal monologue, as well as an exploration of relationships and the minutiae of being a complex human being. People have described her writing as confessional, vulnerable, and a collection of great taste. Carly lives in Chicago with her dog, Pico, who is perfect. Follow her @realcarlytravis on Instagram and everywhere.
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The First Time is a live lit and music series recorded at Martyrs’ in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood. Each reader tells a true first tale, followed by a cover of the storyteller’s choosing, performed by our house band: The First Time Three.
The First Time is hosted by Jenn Sodini. Executive producer is Bobby Evers. Assistant producer is Celina Dietzel. Podcast produced by Jim Mulvaney.