The Storyworth Podcast Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:13:17 -0400 https://www.storyworth.com en © 2026 The Storyworth Podcast yes f465bc65-e571-5bdf-a1b6-5f03fe3dd368 Storyworth, Inc. episodic false In each episode, we bring people together to discover stories they’ve never heard about the people they thought they knew best. Hear real conversations about the stories, big and small, that shape us. Since 2013, Storyworth has been on a mission to connect people through the power of storytelling.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Storyworth, Inc. https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bwg417maw98aryx8ymunkodxp1xn?.jpg The Storyworth Podcast https://www.storyworth.com Is it ever too late to make amends? Is it ever too late to make amends? When Joel’s daughter gave him Storyworth, he saw it as a chance to share his life with his family. What he didn’t expect was how deeply the process would help him understand it himself. In this episode of The Storyworth Podcast, Joel shares how that reflection led him to reconnect with a colleague from 40 years ago—to see if he could make amends.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.


]]> When Joel’s daughter gave him Storyworth, he saw it as a chance to share his life with his family. What he didn’t expect was how deeply the process would help him understand it himself. In this episode of The Storyworth Podcast, Joel shares how that reflection led him to reconnect with a colleague from 40 years ago—to see if he could make amends.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.


]]> Buzzsprout-18780020 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1378 5 8 full false What happens when parenthood doesn’t go to plan? What happens when parenthood doesn’t go to plan? When prenatal testing showed that their daughter Harper would be born with Down syndrome, John and Nicole began a journey that upended everything they thought they knew about parenthood. In this episode, they reflect on moving through grief and uncertainty, finding community and purpose, and ultimately watching Harper grow into a confident teenager with big dreams, a bold personality, and an unabashed love of K-pop.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> When prenatal testing showed that their daughter Harper would be born with Down syndrome, John and Nicole began a journey that upended everything they thought they knew about parenthood. In this episode, they reflect on moving through grief and uncertainty, finding community and purpose, and ultimately watching Harper grow into a confident teenager with big dreams, a bold personality, and an unabashed love of K-pop.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18700506 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1672 5 7 full false What does it mean to be a good neighbor? What does it mean to be a good neighbor? Lizzie only planned to stay in Iowa City for a year, but moving next door to Rachel changed everything. In this episode, they share the power of “neighboring,” a legacy from Rachel’s father, that transformed them from neighbors to something more like family, and how we can all harness it to take care of our own communities.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.



]]> Lizzie only planned to stay in Iowa City for a year, but moving next door to Rachel changed everything. In this episode, they share the power of “neighboring,” a legacy from Rachel’s father, that transformed them from neighbors to something more like family, and how we can all harness it to take care of our own communities.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.



]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18612996 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1120 5 6 full false When does a friend become family? When does a friend become family? Amrita and Andrew never considered dating, but they did choose to build a life and a family together. They met as coworkers and remained friends until one night, over a casual beer, Andrew floated the idea of having kids together. Amrita surprised even herself by saying yes. In this episode, these ‘platonic soulmates’ talk about what it’s like to live together, co-parent their son Aadi, and run a business, all while keeping their relationship platonic.

You can learn more about Amrita and Andrew by watching their viral video and subscribing to their free Substack Emergency Contacts, about the power of intimate friendship, and reflections on partnership, family, love, and parenting.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Amrita and Andrew never considered dating, but they did choose to build a life and a family together. They met as coworkers and remained friends until one night, over a casual beer, Andrew floated the idea of having kids together. Amrita surprised even herself by saying yes. In this episode, these ‘platonic soulmates’ talk about what it’s like to live together, co-parent their son Aadi, and run a business, all while keeping their relationship platonic.

You can learn more about Amrita and Andrew by watching their viral video and subscribing to their free Substack Emergency Contacts, about the power of intimate friendship, and reflections on partnership, family, love, and parenting.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18524614 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1708 5 5 full false What do you gain when you lose everything? What do you gain when you lose everything? When the Palisades Fire swept through their neighborhood in early 2025, Bonnie Burgess and her family lost nearly everything: their homes, family photos, and even Wilson, the actual volleyball from the movie Castaway. In this episode, Bonnie shares how the tragedy has brought all three generations of her family even closer, and the story of the few family treasures left miraculously untouched by the fires.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> When the Palisades Fire swept through their neighborhood in early 2025, Bonnie Burgess and her family lost nearly everything: their homes, family photos, and even Wilson, the actual volleyball from the movie Castaway. In this episode, Bonnie shares how the tragedy has brought all three generations of her family even closer, and the story of the few family treasures left miraculously untouched by the fires.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18359769 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 1320 full false What’s it like to attend your own funeral? What’s it like to attend your own funeral? One day out of the blue, Curtis was told he had weeks to live. That diagnosis sent Curtis and his family down a whirlwind path. Curtis had to settle all the business of dying, attend his own funeral, and say goodbye to his family with the fleeting time they had left together. In this episode, Curtis and Nettie, his wife of 25 years, discuss that journey and why Curtis is still here to talk about it.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.


]]> One day out of the blue, Curtis was told he had weeks to live. That diagnosis sent Curtis and his family down a whirlwind path. Curtis had to settle all the business of dying, attend his own funeral, and say goodbye to his family with the fleeting time they had left together. In this episode, Curtis and Nettie, his wife of 25 years, discuss that journey and why Curtis is still here to talk about it.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.


]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18359704 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1368 full false Could you face your biggest fear? Could you face your biggest fear? Billy was a drummer chasing his dreams of making it big when, at 28, he learned he would lose his leg to cancer. Just five years later, his lifelong friend, Julie, was faced with her own cancer diagnosis. In this episode, Billy and Julie talk through the most terrifying moments of their experiences, and the unexpected ways cancer continues to shape their lives — both positively and negatively.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Billy was a drummer chasing his dreams of making it big when, at 28, he learned he would lose his leg to cancer. Just five years later, his lifelong friend, Julie, was faced with her own cancer diagnosis. In this episode, Billy and Julie talk through the most terrifying moments of their experiences, and the unexpected ways cancer continues to shape their lives — both positively and negatively.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18327262 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1091 5 3 full false Do you believe in fate? Do you believe in fate? At 12 years old, Kerry kept a folder filled with images of an ideal life: a purple bedroom, a pretty dress, a baked Alaska, and a cute boy from a Seventeen Magazine photo spread. In this episode, Kerry tells her child, Arlo, about the one in a million circumstances that brought that cute boy into their lives, and why, considering their family history, it’s not that surprising.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> At 12 years old, Kerry kept a folder filled with images of an ideal life: a purple bedroom, a pretty dress, a baked Alaska, and a cute boy from a Seventeen Magazine photo spread. In this episode, Kerry tells her child, Arlo, about the one in a million circumstances that brought that cute boy into their lives, and why, considering their family history, it’s not that surprising.

Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18255420 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1385 5 2 full false The Storyworth Podcast The Storyworth Podcast Hear real conversations about the stories, big and small, that shape us. Since 2013, Storyworth has been on a mission to connect people through the power of storytelling. Follow the podcast to get every episode. 

]]> Hear real conversations about the stories, big and small, that shape us. Since 2013, Storyworth has been on a mission to connect people through the power of storytelling. Follow the podcast to get every episode. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18173546 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 30 5 trailer false Can friendship outlive death? Can friendship outlive death? Christina lost her lifelong friend, Susan, suddenly and tragically 10 years ago, but she never considered it the end of their friendship. In this episode, she reflects on what made their bond so special, the joy they spread with their gonzo performance art, and how she continues to keep Susan’s legacy alive today.


Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Christina lost her lifelong friend, Susan, suddenly and tragically 10 years ago, but she never considered it the end of their friendship. In this episode, she reflects on what made their bond so special, the joy they spread with their gonzo performance art, and how she continues to keep Susan’s legacy alive today.


Everyone has a story worth sharing.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-18168433 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500 1286 5 1 full false Why didn’t you tell anyone about that night? Why didn’t you tell anyone about that night? Thirty-five years ago, David found himself trapped in his apartment in the middle of the night with a threatening stranger. On the season finale of The Storyworth Podcast, David brings us back to that night and explains why he didn't feel like he could share the scariest moment of his life with his family.

]]> Thirty-five years ago, David found himself trapped in his apartment in the middle of the night with a threatening stranger. On the season finale of The Storyworth Podcast, David brings us back to that night and explains why he didn't feel like he could share the scariest moment of his life with his family.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623576 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400 745 4 15 full false Was reuniting with your parents worth the danger? Was reuniting with your parents worth the danger? Irvin’s first trip was a big one: A border crossing when he was a child, from his home in Mexico to New York City, to reunite with his father. In today’s episode, Irvin describes the daunting journey he took as a 15-year-old, and how it taught him to keep moving forward.

]]> Irvin’s first trip was a big one: A border crossing when he was a child, from his home in Mexico to New York City, to reunite with his father. In today’s episode, Irvin describes the daunting journey he took as a 15-year-old, and how it taught him to keep moving forward.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623556 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1402 4 14 full false How did your dad’s life inspire a viral obituary? How did your dad’s life inspire a viral obituary? When Charles Boehm’s father passed away, Charles had to write an obituary that would encapsulate the unique and lively man that his father was. The obituary he wrote ended up going viral. Charles reflects on his dad’s life and death, and talks about what he wishes he could ask his dad if he were still alive today. 

]]> When Charles Boehm’s father passed away, Charles had to write an obituary that would encapsulate the unique and lively man that his father was. The obituary he wrote ended up going viral. Charles reflects on his dad’s life and death, and talks about what he wishes he could ask his dad if he were still alive today. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623514 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1203 4 13 full false What do you love about working in kitchens? What do you love about working in kitchens? Sean comes from three generations of restaurant owners. Since he was 12, he’s been working in kitchens and he plans on hanging around in them well into retirement. In today’s episode, Sean talks about why exactly he loves kitchens so much, and how they have connected him to his family his whole life.

]]> Sean comes from three generations of restaurant owners. Since he was 12, he’s been working in kitchens and he plans on hanging around in them well into retirement. In today’s episode, Sean talks about why exactly he loves kitchens so much, and how they have connected him to his family his whole life.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623482 Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1072 4 12 full false How did traveling 6,000 miles bring you home? How did traveling 6,000 miles bring you home? On this episode of the Storyworth podcast, a French-Algerian-New Yorker travels to India and has a chance encounter on a rooftop that changes the course of his life and helps him reconnect to home.

]]> On this episode of the Storyworth podcast, a French-Algerian-New Yorker travels to India and has a chance encounter on a rooftop that changes the course of his life and helps him reconnect to home.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623461 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1012 4 11 full false How did it feel to complete your father’s life’s work? How did it feel to complete your father’s life’s work? Jamie Kalven’s father spent years of his life working on a book he never got to complete. When his dad died, Jamie was forced to make a decision: leave the manuscript to be forgotten to time, or pick up where his father left off. In today’s episode, Jamie describes the ten year journey of completing his father’s book, and how it helped him connect with his father beyond the grave.

]]> Jamie Kalven’s father spent years of his life working on a book he never got to complete. When his dad died, Jamie was forced to make a decision: leave the manuscript to be forgotten to time, or pick up where his father left off. In today’s episode, Jamie describes the ten year journey of completing his father’s book, and how it helped him connect with his father beyond the grave.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623410 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1279 4 10 full false How did 200 pounds of coins change Grandpa’s life? How did 200 pounds of coins change Grandpa’s life? When he was a kid, Don’s neighborhood grocery store had a promotion: Win all the money you can carry out on your back. The only glitch? The prize money was all in coins. In today’s episode, Don tells his daughter about what it was like to watching his own father compete in the contest, and how those winnings changed their life.

]]> When he was a kid, Don’s neighborhood grocery store had a promotion: Win all the money you can carry out on your back. The only glitch? The prize money was all in coins. In today’s episode, Don tells his daughter about what it was like to watching his own father compete in the contest, and how those winnings changed their life.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623384 Wed, 21 May 2025 07:00:00 -0400 898 4 9 full false How did losing everything change your life for the better? How did losing everything change your life for the better? On today’s show, Alicia and Chelsea Daniel, mother and daughter, talk about a moment in their lives when everything changed. Chelsea asks her mother about a house fire that sparked her mom to forge a new, more creative path in life. 

]]> On today’s show, Alicia and Chelsea Daniel, mother and daughter, talk about a moment in their lives when everything changed. Chelsea asks her mother about a house fire that sparked her mom to forge a new, more creative path in life. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623361 Wed, 07 May 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1427 4 8 full false How did writing your life story change your life? How did writing your life story change your life? Norman Weiss loved the process of writing his Storyworth memoir so much, his family held a book launch party for him once it was complete. We tagged along. 

]]> Norman Weiss loved the process of writing his Storyworth memoir so much, his family held a book launch party for him once it was complete. We tagged along. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623332 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400 839 4 7 full false What makes a ‘winter romance’ different? What makes a ‘winter romance’ different? Carol Paige tells the story of finding love later in life, after both she and her new husband Larry had long, loving marriages prior. 

]]> Carol Paige tells the story of finding love later in life, after both she and her new husband Larry had long, loving marriages prior. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623344 Wed, 09 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400 878 4 6 full false What’s it like to attend your own funeral? What’s it like to attend your own funeral? One day out of the blue, Curtis was told he had weeks to live. That diagnosis sent Curtis, and his family, down a whirlwind path that they never expected. Curtis had to settle all the business of dying, attend his own funeral, and say goodbye to his family with the fleeting time they had left together. In today’s episode, Curtis and his wife Nettie describe that journey, and what it looks like to be on the other side of it.

]]> One day out of the blue, Curtis was told he had weeks to live. That diagnosis sent Curtis, and his family, down a whirlwind path that they never expected. Curtis had to settle all the business of dying, attend his own funeral, and say goodbye to his family with the fleeting time they had left together. In today’s episode, Curtis and his wife Nettie describe that journey, and what it looks like to be on the other side of it.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623286 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0400 1350 4 5 full false What’s life like after competing in the Paralympics? What’s life like after competing in the Paralympics? Skyler chased her dreams of being an elite athlete all the way to the 2024 Paris Games. In today’s episode, she discusses her final race as a professional cyclist, why she’s decided to retire early, and what it means to pivot into the unknown.

]]> Skyler chased her dreams of being an elite athlete all the way to the 2024 Paris Games. In today’s episode, she discusses her final race as a professional cyclist, why she’s decided to retire early, and what it means to pivot into the unknown.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16623253 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0400 917 4 4 full false How did you smuggle family money out of Jamaica? How did you smuggle family money out of Jamaica? Mark Jobson came of age in a changing Jamaica. In the 1970s, his home country of Jamaica was rife with political polarization. In today’s episode, Mark’s son Ryan asks him about a plane trip from Jamaica to the States, with an album in tow, that changed the course of both of their lives forever.

]]> Mark Jobson came of age in a changing Jamaica. In the 1970s, his home country of Jamaica was rife with political polarization. In today’s episode, Mark’s son Ryan asks him about a plane trip from Jamaica to the States, with an album in tow, that changed the course of both of their lives forever.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16582348 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1319 4 3 full false What was your wedding like, Papa? What was your wedding like, Papa? On this episode of the Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Pedro and Ana, a father and daughter duo from Kansas City and Peru. Ana asks Pedro to tell the story of his wedding day, in Peru, almost 50 years ago. The mayor of the town officiated and, humorously, it didn’t go according to plan.

]]> On this episode of the Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Pedro and Ana, a father and daughter duo from Kansas City and Peru. Ana asks Pedro to tell the story of his wedding day, in Peru, almost 50 years ago. The mayor of the town officiated and, humorously, it didn’t go according to plan.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16471341 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1187 4 2 full false When did you first realize your parents were different? When did you first realize your parents were different? On today’s episode of the Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Sue, Jean, and Pat – three sisters who grew up with a deaf father and a deaf and mute mother. The sisters reflect on how life was different and on their mother’s last wish. 

]]> On today’s episode of the Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Sue, Jean, and Pat – three sisters who grew up with a deaf father and a deaf and mute mother. The sisters reflect on how life was different and on their mother’s last wish. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. Buzzsprout-16435956 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1064 4 1 full false Streeter Family, do you have any forever gifts? Streeter Family, do you have any forever gifts? In this very special Father's Day episode, Krista sits down the with entire Streeter family: David and Ginny, plus their kids Libby, Reuben, Kaylee, and Connor. Each kid reads their favorite passage from their dad's Storyworth book and shares stories about what it was like growing up with David for a dad.

]]> In this very special Father's Day episode, Krista sits down the with entire Streeter family: David and Ginny, plus their kids Libby, Reuben, Kaylee, and Connor. Each kid reads their favorite passage from their dad's Storyworth book and shares stories about what it was like growing up with David for a dad.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. dbcd602a-1f07-11ef-95b1-d382ec6a40f8 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1891 3 17 full false Jim, have you ever hopped a freight train? Jim, have you ever hopped a freight train? This week, Krista meets James Allen and his wife Nancy, who spent the mid-70s to early 80s pursuing an unusual hobby: train hopping. In 1974, Jim spotted a freight train full of wide-open, empty box cars and wondered if he might be able to sneak inside for an afternoon joy ride. Fast forward a few years, and train hopping was his favorite mode of travel. He even got Nancy and some friends in on the fun. This is a truly wild story that we couldn't wait to share.

]]> This week, Krista meets James Allen and his wife Nancy, who spent the mid-70s to early 80s pursuing an unusual hobby: train hopping. In 1974, Jim spotted a freight train full of wide-open, empty box cars and wondered if he might be able to sneak inside for an afternoon joy ride. Fast forward a few years, and train hopping was his favorite mode of travel. He even got Nancy and some friends in on the fun. This is a truly wild story that we couldn't wait to share.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. e23b1d36-17a4-11ef-b1be-e37df1806ee9 Thu, 23 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1359 3 16 full false Frances, what did you learn from your mother? Frances, what did you learn from your mother? In honor of Mother's Day, Krista sits down with Frances Chow, whose mother married into a polyamorous family in 1940s China. Frances explains the complex family dynamics and high expectations her mother learned to navigate, the political turmoil that forced her parents to flee to Hong Kong, and the opportunity that eventually brought Frances to the United States.  

]]> In honor of Mother's Day, Krista sits down with Frances Chow, whose mother married into a polyamorous family in 1940s China. Frances explains the complex family dynamics and high expectations her mother learned to navigate, the political turmoil that forced her parents to flee to Hong Kong, and the opportunity that eventually brought Frances to the United States.  

]]> Storyworth, Inc. dae3f752-067d-11ef-8cbf-478a4b2d2c4b Thu, 09 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1768 3 15 full false Hey Michael, what's your go-to story? Hey Michael, what's your go-to story? This week, Krista sits down with Michael Carvalho, who spent seven years as a police officer and detective in El Paso, Texas. He has a lot of great and wild stories from his time on the force. But his favorite story doesn't involve a criminal. Just a lost husband who managed to find his way home.

]]> This week, Krista sits down with Michael Carvalho, who spent seven years as a police officer and detective in El Paso, Texas. He has a lot of great and wild stories from his time on the force. But his favorite story doesn't involve a criminal. Just a lost husband who managed to find his way home.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 311e8a16-0191-11ef-88e3-471242ec1da8 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 765 3 14 full false Hey Myrna, is there anything your parents forgot to mention? Hey Myrna, is there anything your parents forgot to mention? This week, author Myrna Bell reflects on her family's hidden past and the impact it had on two generations of her family. Myrna's story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the lingering questions that arise from untold truths. Then, Krista chats with Myrna about what it was like growing up in a secretive family, and the ways she's helping her children and grandchildren know her better.

]]> This week, author Myrna Bell reflects on her family's hidden past and the impact it had on two generations of her family. Myrna's story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the lingering questions that arise from untold truths. Then, Krista chats with Myrna about what it was like growing up in a secretive family, and the ways she's helping her children and grandchildren know her better.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. af32f4e6-f75a-11ee-9d0e-3f1ee24efe29 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 709 3 13 full false Donna, what was the Greatest Generation? Donna, what was the Greatest Generation? In this episode of the Storyworth Podcast, Krista talks with Donna Katz about her inspiring grandmother Sadie and the sacrifices she made to support her son through law school. Donna shares how Sadie's determination continue to inspire her family and others.

]]> In this episode of the Storyworth Podcast, Krista talks with Donna Katz about her inspiring grandmother Sadie and the sacrifices she made to support her son through law school. Donna shares how Sadie's determination continue to inspire her family and others.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. e847d65a-ec62-11ee-b061-1f0ff1060f36 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 654 3 12 full false Steven, what was your grandpa like? Steven, what was your grandpa like? This week, Krista is joined by Steven Steinberg, who reads a touching letter written by his Grandpa Jake more than 40 years ago, just after the birth of Steve's son Michael. Steven shares stories about his resilient and imaginative grandpa, showcasing the enduring love Jake had for his family. 

]]> This week, Krista is joined by Steven Steinberg, who reads a touching letter written by his Grandpa Jake more than 40 years ago, just after the birth of Steve's son Michael. Steven shares stories about his resilient and imaginative grandpa, showcasing the enduring love Jake had for his family. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. ebf9e7cc-e161-11ee-a966-0383c8e549c9 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 647 3 11 full false Jill, have you ever felt alone? Jill, have you ever felt alone? This week, we reconnect with Jill Summerhayes, who shares a story about an unlikely friend she made while working as a governess in Stockholm, Sweden. But the real twist came about sixty years later, when Jill discovered the truth about her mystery friend. You'll never guess who took Jill to dinner.

]]> This week, we reconnect with Jill Summerhayes, who shares a story about an unlikely friend she made while working as a governess in Stockholm, Sweden. But the real twist came about sixty years later, when Jill discovered the truth about her mystery friend. You'll never guess who took Jill to dinner.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 824d723c-d679-11ee-80f2-b38d1964cee9 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 676 3 9 full false Laura, have you ever lived through a hurricane? Laura, have you ever lived through a hurricane? Today, we dive into the thrilling and sometimes terrifying experience of growing up in Baton Rouge during hurricane season. Laura Hodge takes us back to the 1960s, when hurricanes provided the perfect excuse to skip school for a week and play cards by candlelight.

]]> Today, we dive into the thrilling and sometimes terrifying experience of growing up in Baton Rouge during hurricane season. Laura Hodge takes us back to the 1960s, when hurricanes provided the perfect excuse to skip school for a week and play cards by candlelight.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 85897ea0-caa8-11ee-8b91-d30e3044dd9a Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 810 3 8 full false Walt, have you ever fallen in love at first sight? Walt, have you ever fallen in love at first sight? In honor of Valentine's Day, we share a story of love at first sight. From the moment Walt laid eyes on Pam, he knew she was the one for him. It only took another four months to work up the courage to say hello. But forty-two years later, their partnership is stronger than ever -- and a testament to the power of taking chances and letting love lead.

]]> In honor of Valentine's Day, we share a story of love at first sight. From the moment Walt laid eyes on Pam, he knew she was the one for him. It only took another four months to work up the courage to say hello. But forty-two years later, their partnership is stronger than ever -- and a testament to the power of taking chances and letting love lead.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 35e22df8-c07a-11ee-bd50-37fdebf51525 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1134 3 7 full false Joan, who did you go to prom with? Joan, who did you go to prom with? In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, writer Joan Maxwell shares the hilarious and somewhat traumatic events surrounding her senior prom -- and the plan her family hatched to save the day. Then, Krista chats with Joan about high school in the 60s and how the rest of prom night turned out. 

]]> In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, writer Joan Maxwell shares the hilarious and somewhat traumatic events surrounding her senior prom -- and the plan her family hatched to save the day. Then, Krista chats with Joan about high school in the 60s and how the rest of prom night turned out. 

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 05ed27b2-b4a2-11ee-8a54-7386f23d2d9b Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 712 3 6 full false Bryan, have you ever pulled a prank? Bryan, have you ever pulled a prank? In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, an author tells us about his family of pranksters, and what it was like growing up together in rural Pennsylvania. Then he tells us about an epic prank gone wrong, and a narrow escape that kept him on his toes for the rest of the summer. Finally, Krista interviews our author, and finds out what he's been up to since leaving East Allen, PA.

]]> In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, an author tells us about his family of pranksters, and what it was like growing up together in rural Pennsylvania. Then he tells us about an epic prank gone wrong, and a narrow escape that kept him on his toes for the rest of the summer. Finally, Krista interviews our author, and finds out what he's been up to since leaving East Allen, PA.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 40c934c6-aa74-11ee-90d1-5b2097c22a7b Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1139 3 5 full false Melissa, what’s a favorite holiday memory? Melissa, what’s a favorite holiday memory? In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, we share a nostalgic story about the first time our author ever saved up enough money to buy a Christmas present for her parents. The story, read by Sarah O'Dwyer, celebrates the joy of Christmas in Australia, where it's a warm summer holiday perfect for swimming and outdoor picnics. After hearing this heartwarming story, we'll speak with the author about her childhood spent exploring the Australian bush.

]]> In this episode of the Storyworth podcast, we share a nostalgic story about the first time our author ever saved up enough money to buy a Christmas present for her parents. The story, read by Sarah O'Dwyer, celebrates the joy of Christmas in Australia, where it's a warm summer holiday perfect for swimming and outdoor picnics. After hearing this heartwarming story, we'll speak with the author about her childhood spent exploring the Australian bush.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 6bca1cd0-9eb7-11ee-8775-1bb1e1f7517a Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1018 3 4 full false Suzi, what's the best Christmas gift you ever gave? Suzi, what's the best Christmas gift you ever gave? In this heartwarming episode of the Story Worth Podcast, host Krista Baum introduces us to Susie Bevan, a writer and illustrator who shares a touching story about the best Christmas gift she ever gave her dad. Susie's dad, a talented poet, had always dreamed of having his work published in the Saturday Evening Post. Despite numerous rejection slips, Susie found a way to honor her dad's passion and surprise him with a gift that brought tears to his eyes. Susie reads her story and reflects on her dad's love for poetry and their shared creative endeavors.

]]> In this heartwarming episode of the Story Worth Podcast, host Krista Baum introduces us to Susie Bevan, a writer and illustrator who shares a touching story about the best Christmas gift she ever gave her dad. Susie's dad, a talented poet, had always dreamed of having his work published in the Saturday Evening Post. Despite numerous rejection slips, Susie found a way to honor her dad's passion and surprise him with a gift that brought tears to his eyes. Susie reads her story and reflects on her dad's love for poetry and their shared creative endeavors.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. e45c9ffa-9463-11ee-97f7-5beb1241b9a9 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0500 884 3 3 full false Barbara, who was your first best friend? Barbara, who was your first best friend? Storyworth, Inc. dff1e626-87f4-11ee-b808-aba60a61516c Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:51:13 -0500 1635 3 2 false Carol, do you have any love letters? Carol, do you have any love letters? Storyworth, Inc. a865f260-7ed5-11ee-a679-9f9278e656da Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:36:00 -0500 1735 3 1 false Father's Day Special 2023 Father's Day Special 2023 Storyworth, Inc. 8c00f9ac-0924-11ee-90f6-873adffd288b Tue, 13 Jun 2023 05:30:00 -0400 2145 2 10 false Mother's Day Special 2023 Mother's Day Special 2023 Storyworth, Inc. 5dc75d66-ee7f-11ed-b1f1-634a8a3250ed Wed, 10 May 2023 05:30:00 -0400 1799 2 9 false Season 2 finale: short stories Season 2 finale: short stories Storyworth, Inc. 7294072c-d3d5-11ed-88c3-0f93a1c179ca Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:30:00 -0400 1770 2 8 false Larry, what were you like in high school? Larry, what were you like in high school? Storyworth, Inc. 56f35de2-ce3a-11ed-953b-7baecb2df7a5 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 05:30:00 -0400 1488 2 7 false Scott, how did you ring in the new millennium? Scott, how did you ring in the new millennium? Storyworth, Inc. 11de4e5e-c8c9-11ed-a01f-4f8d6eed6918 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 05:30:00 -0400 1146 2 6 false Sandy, how did you discover your new family? Sandy, how did you discover your new family? Storyworth, Inc. 04123a88-c2b1-11ed-be73-a77972a31da8 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:30:00 -0400 1369 2 5 false Don, what was becoming a parent like? Don, what was becoming a parent like? Storyworth, Inc. bbbf6aca-be01-11ed-a2d9-f7517a777e9c Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:30:00 -0500 2029 2 4 false Jill, what was your most awkward date like? Jill, what was your most awkward date like? Storyworth, Inc. def5155c-b871-11ed-a494-977ee574b6f2 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:30:00 -0500 1622 2 3 false Dave, did you ever get in trouble at school? Dave, did you ever get in trouble at school? Storyworth, Inc. ad74d044-b2d1-11ed-b7fb-bb4461f65749 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1249 2 2 false Donna, how did you fix your storytelling problem? Donna, how did you fix your storytelling problem? Storyworth, Inc. 610287dc-ad6e-11ed-926d-8f25c60b0b04 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:30:00 -0500 1032 2 1 false The Halloween Special The Halloween Special Storyworth, Inc. 987c2eba-5478-11ed-9513-636974edf16f Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1624 false The Father's Day Special The Father's Day Special Storyworth, Inc. 489fc252-dd2d-11ec-861c-7f8dd34d974f Fri, 27 May 2022 05:30:00 -0400 1881 false The Mother's Day Special The Mother's Day Special Storyworth, Inc. f0cd5784-c674-11ec-9245-43fa5a20d73d Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:30:00 -0400 1776 false Season Finale: Short Stories Season Finale: Short Stories Storyworth, Inc. 40c34a64-9466-11ec-8d3c-038f8d04bd9e Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:30:00 -0500 999 1 8 false Janine, how has your life turned out differently than you imagined? Janine, how has your life turned out differently than you imagined? Storyworth, Inc. ca667552-8dc7-11ec-be79-1b78ad9bb363 Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:30:00 -0500 1388 1 7 false Sam, what’s the scariest thing that’s ever happened to you? Sam, what’s the scariest thing that’s ever happened to you? Storyworth, Inc. b4220224-89db-11ec-aefa-17bd6c7d5c36 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 05:30:00 -0500 1206 1 6 false Jean, what was life like on the ranch? Jean, what was life like on the ranch? Storyworth, Inc. e84b15e0-843b-11ec-8765-ef5073f874f3 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 05:30:00 -0500 1133 1 5 false Mary, what’s the most selfless thing you’ve ever done? Mary, what’s the most selfless thing you’ve ever done? Storyworth, Inc. 1deec85c-7ec1-11ec-b3cd-8fb252ecd70c Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:30:00 -0500 1493 1 4 false Bob, what is the strangest thing that’s ever happened to you? Bob, what is the strangest thing that’s ever happened to you? Today’s story has everything you’d find in a classic crime novel. Vehicles set ablaze, murder weapons recovered from unlikely places, and conflicting testimonies ALL characterize Storyworth writer, Bob Sherwood’s, pulse-pounding experience as the key witness in a small-town murder trial. Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Today’s story has everything you’d find in a classic crime novel. Vehicles set ablaze, murder weapons recovered from unlikely places, and conflicting testimonies ALL characterize Storyworth writer, Bob Sherwood’s, pulse-pounding experience as the key witness in a small-town murder trial. Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. e28dd8a6-7944-11ec-9748-abf448181da0 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:14:00 -0500 1016 3 full false Charlotte, what is the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Charlotte, what is the bravest thing you’ve ever done? Today’s story is every mother’s worst nightmare: being stranded in the woods with three young children at sundown and with no food, no tools and no shelter. Storyworth writer Charlotte Edgar shares how she made it through. Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Today’s story is every mother’s worst nightmare: being stranded in the woods with three young children at sundown and with no food, no tools and no shelter. Storyworth writer Charlotte Edgar shares how she made it through. Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 7a032caa-7944-11ec-91c6-3b808bb87ef3 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:13:54 -0500 970 2 full false Carol, what was it like the first time you fell in love? Carol, what was it like the first time you fell in love? Storyworth writer, Carol Short, shares the tale of her first kiss at a Junior Red Cross training turned boisterous house party, with all the thrill and awkwardness of a tween “in love.” Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Storyworth writer, Carol Short, shares the tale of her first kiss at a Junior Red Cross training turned boisterous house party, with all the thrill and awkwardness of a tween “in love.” Check out photos and more details for this episode here!You can get started writing your own life stories with Storyworth here. Follow Storyworth on Instagram and Facebook.

]]> Storyworth, Inc. 44d5333e-7944-11ec-9685-875a9880b947 Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:12:51 -0500 1001 1 full false Introducing: The Storyworth Podcast Introducing: The Storyworth Podcast Since 2013, Storyworth has helped people write their life stories— the big stories and the small ones. On this podcast, our real-life writers volunteered to share their stories publicly...with you. The StoryWorth Podcast, coming this fall.

]]> Since 2013, Storyworth has helped people write their life stories— the big stories and the small ones. On this podcast, our real-life writers volunteered to share their stories publicly...with you. The StoryWorth Podcast, coming this fall.

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