StoryCorps

StoryCorps aims to capture and share the stories of people to foster connections and promote a more fair and caring world. Our goal is to remind everyone of our common humanity, enhance relationships, and highlight the importance of listening. We believe that every story is significant and should be part of our cultural narrative. Additionally, we are working to create a precious collection of stories that will be available for future generations.

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2024: A Year in Stories

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.
Making a Conscious Decision to Move Beyond Limitations

Dec 3, 2024 | storycorps.org | Moury Khan
Staff Spotlight: Savannah Winchester, Animation Producer

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.
702-706-TALK: Plastic Bags and Music Boxes

Nov 25, 2024 | storycorps.org | Jarrett Floyd

podcast 702-706-TALK: Plastic Bags and Music Boxes 0:00 / 0:00 702-706-TALK: Plastic Bags and Music Boxes Subscribe to Podcast We’re back with more listener voicemails. This week: Your stories about music boxes, family secrets, and the people who made a mark on you. Tell us your story at 702-706-TALK. <BEEP> Stephanie Kelly: Hi, my name is Stephanie Kelly in Columbus, Georgia. So I’m a veteran, but this story takes place when I was still active duty in the military. I was at the store, and,...
Spotlight on OSS Hubs Station WGVU Public Media

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.
Befriend and One Small Step: Walk and Talk 2

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.
The StoryCorps Podcast: Stepping Up

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?
“Swamp Witches” Roam The Mississippi Delta, Hunting Ducks and Friendship

Sep 26, 2024 | storycorps.org | Von Laura Díaz

story“The harder the conditions, the bigger the bragging rights.”3:30“The harder the conditions, the bigger the bragging rights.”0:00 / 0:00“Swamp Witches” Roam The Mississippi Delta, Hunting Ducks and FriendshipAllison Crews and Susan WilliamsSubscribe to PodcastTake SurveySusan Williams and Allison Crews met 26 years ago on a fox hunt in Bolton, Mississippi.
Staff Spotlight: Kelvin Phillips, Brightness in Black Program Director

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.
Befriend Walk and Talk: One Small Step Richmond

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.