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Jan 2, 2025 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
As we wrap up 2024, it’s a moment to pause and reflect on the stories that have shaped our year. This year, StoryCorps continued its mission of elevating everyday voices. Through our animations, podcasts, and weekly spot on Morning Edition, we shared stories that remind us of our shared humanity and the power of connection. In 2024, we remained true to our mission: to help us believe in each other by illuminating the humanity and possibility in us all — one story at a time.
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Dec 3, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
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Nov 27, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
About me: I’m a Floridian living in Portland, Oregon: I’m constantly missing the swamp, but loving the exploration of more turbulent waters and forests in the Pacific Northwest. My background is in film, but I’ve always been drawn to the intimacy that sound can bring in connecting to stories.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
Each year, StoryCorps partners with a select number of public radio and community stations nationwide to help them bridge political divisions locally. With StoryCorps’ support, each station offers its own One Small Step (OSS) program for a year. Today, we’re spotlighting Hubs radio station WGVU Public Media in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
Fall is the season of change. We see changes in the leaves and feel changes in the weather. While there are many changes we cannot control, there are some changes we control collectively. As we agree to change the time, maybe we can agree…that it’s time for change. Over 500+ Richmond-based conversations later, One Small Step (OSS) continues its efforts to bring two people with differing views together for a 50-minute facilitated conversation.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
Blog | Featured Story Elections can bring out the worst in people. The very nature of the thing is that we take sides — but when the stakes are high, sometimes we go too far, demonizing those we disagree with. Or maybe it all feels too overwhelming and we retreat so as to avoid engaging altogether. But is that inevitable? Is there another way?
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Sep 16, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
About me: I’m a program director, storyteller, filmmaker, father, and lover of life. Staying curious about the world is my superpower. What is your role and how long have you been in this position? I’m the program director for Brightness in Black (BIB) and I’ve been in this role since April 1, so almost six months. What does your job entail? I’m building BIB and working with a lot of StoryCorps colleagues to operationalize it.
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Sep 10, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
One Small Step (OSS) continues to meet with success in Richmond with over 500+ conversations! The momentum speaks to the passion of our community to bridge divides, even as we approach election season. Beyond the opportunity to have a 50-minute facilitated conversation with someone who has differing views, OSS is providing “Second Step” events to keep these meaningful connections going.
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Aug 30, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
Blog | Featured StoryLabor Day is a time to celebrate the contributions of workers and reflect on our own journeys. As we honor the hard work that shapes our lives, many of us are also re-evaluating what we do, seeking fulfillment, and finding purpose. Labor Day is an opportunity to appreciate not just the labor we put in but the experiences, growth, and resilience that come with it. Take a moment today to listen to the stories of others, share your own, and celebrate the diverse paths we all walk.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
storycorps.org | Moury Khan
For Mollie Reinhart, what changed things was the sound of a voice. That was the moment when the woman on the other end of the phone became human. Mollie had been doing volunteer work for the City’s Office of Community Wealth Building, pitching in here and there, finding fleeting moments of satisfaction knowing she was helping make someone’s situation better, particularly the low-income kids who make up as much as 37 percent of Richmond’s children.
