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A Facilitator’s POV: What You can Expect from One Small Step

Richmond, one of the first markets in the country to launch One Small Step (OSS), just passed a significant milestone: 500 conversations have now been recorded there and momentum for participation in OSS continues to accelerate. Some folks who are curious about participating wonder what exactly they’re signing up for and what they can expect […]

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Honor Military Voices for Memorial Day

Listen to a collection of stories from veterans, service members, and their loved ones that help us reflect on their many contributions and sacrifices.

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Celebrating Graduation Season

As the curtains rise on this year’s graduation season, we stand in awe of the achievements of students everywhere. From the grand halls of academia to the humble streets of resilience, these stories echo with the triumphant melodies of dreams fulfilled and obstacles conquered. Join us in celebrating the spirit of these graduates by listening […]

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“All the hairs on my neck stand up”: A Conversation with OSS Facilitator Justin Cummins

As a military veteran working security jobs in Nashville, Justin Cummins was at a crossroads and wondering what he should do next, before deciding to study history. After completing his degree, he learned about StoryCorps’ One Small Step (OSS) initiative and thought, ‘This is in my wheelhouse; we’re archiving conversations and people’s personal experience to […]

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Staff Spotlight: Tina Rideaux-Mosley, Director of Legal Contracting

About Me: I’m a wife, mother of two, and grandmother of two. In my spare time, I’m a portrait and event photographer located in Houston, Texas, where I was born and raised. What is your role and how long have you been at StoryCorps? I’m the Director of Legal Contracting. I first came to StoryCorps […]

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StoryCorps Appoints Seckeita Taylor Lewis as Chief Marketing Officer

We are pleased to announce that Seckeita Taylor Lewis is StoryCorps’ new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective May 12. A Chicago native, Seckeita Taylor Lewis is a seasoned marketing executive with experience in content creation, brand refreshment and strategy, integrated marketing, partnerships, and managing teams for leading brands including Ocean Spray and Frito Lay. StoryCorps […]

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National Technology Day

National Technology Day celebrates advancements in technology that have, and continue to shape our world. This day gives us a chance to reflect on the lives of those who have made significant contributions to technology, from gaming to healthcare, as well as the more personal journeys that accompany these innovations. Do you have a memorable […]

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Inside StoryCorps: Turning Words Into Visuals

There’s a little magic in every StoryCorps animation, when a person’s memories vividly transform into something we get to see and feel. Behind that magic is a group of animators carefully at work. Not only are they trying to be faithful to the storyteller’s story, but they’re trying to capture their point of view so […]

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Stories to Celebrate Mother's Day

We’ve put together a collection of stories of mother-child relationships of all shapes and sizes.

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The StoryCorps Podcast: My Way

In this season of the StoryCorps Podcast, we delve into what happens when individuals interview their parents, partners, or children — the ones who matter the most to them. Unlike a journalist, it’s someone they deeply cherish asking the questions. These stories are about people who have forged their own paths, done things their own […]