The Story Show

Arts EN ↓ 68 episodes

In the fall of 2015, Riley Worth brought the first Story Show to Albert Lea, MN. Since then we’ve been producing about two shows a year with the profits from each show going to a different local charitable organization. Each show features at least eight writers with local ties, each sharing a story on a common theme, a theme tied to the show’s dedicated charity. The stories of this community should be shared and passed on. We encourage you to take part in this process of historical preservation and storytelling. Consider writing and sharing a piece for a future Story Show. We all have a story...

Episodes

"Pregnant Pause" 07.07.2018 14:43

An innocent comment from a child sends a woman into a whirlwind of self doubt in this powerful story, "Pregnant Pause" from the January 2018 Invisibility Story Show.

New Storyteller Reveal and "No Man's Land" by Ella Zelenak 02.07.2018 19:25

Prior to playing Ella Zelenak's story "No Man's Land," Jeremy, Amanda, and Riley announce the names of the eight storytellers for the July show, and Angie makes two startling confessions about her past.

Riley's Back and "Inheritance" by Thomas Delano 25.06.2018 17:29

Jeremy & Riley chat at The Interchange coffee bar in Albert Lea before introducing Thomas Delano's story "Inheritance" from the January 2018 Invisibility Story Show.

Extended Deadline and "Reclaiming" by Olivia Brown 18.06.2018 14:15

Jeremy announces an extension of the submission deadline for July's show and reflects on gun violence in America. Olivia Brown shares the story of her brother Spencer's tragic death and the comfort she finds in nature.

Submission Reminders and "Go Bless Yourself" by Tony Johanson 11.06.2018 12:01

Jeremy urges listeners to submit stories for the July show by June 14th and reflects on Anthony Bourdain's passing. "Go Bless Yourself" by Tony Johanson addresses invisibile conditions.

Submission Reminders and "Fight for My Thoughts" by Maddie Willey 22.05.2018 12:43

First-year college student Maddie Willey reflects on the challenges of advocating for oneself and for one's thoughts.

Story Show Updates and Season 2 Preview: "To Be or Not to Be" by Neal Skaar 01.05.2018 23:51

Exciting stuff is happening with The Story Show--a new podcast, a new website, and a new show! This episode includes an official call for submissons for our July 26th show with the theme "Let Your Light Shine." The episode concludes with a teaser for Season 2 with Neal Skaar's opening story from January's "Invisibility" show.

Meeting Kunta Kinte - Mina Lein 08.04.2018 10:57

Mina shares the challenges of growing up as one of the few African Americans in her predominantly white hometown and her subsequent journey toward authoring her own identity.

We Are One - Mai Dang-Huynh 08.04.2018 13:20

Mai shares encounters with sexism and discrimination through anecdotes of her childhood in Vietnam and her teens in Minnesota.

Allowing Peace - David Larson 08.04.2018 10:07

A psychologist for 37 years, David Larson reflects on his own journey to peace and the wisdom he has gained from those he's counseled over the years.

Choosing Peace - Jen Zoller 08.04.2018 10:11

Jen Zoller reflects on the necessity of choosing peace in the face of tragedy and unexpected change.

The Man in Auschwitz - Ross Pirsig 08.04.2018 10:39

The story of Auschwitz survivor Kazimierz Piechowski and Ross Pirsig's quest to meet him.

A Nut Worth Cracking - Jennifer Vogt-Erickson 08.04.2018 9:47

Freelance writer and activist Jennifer Vogt-Erickson reflects on responses to violence . . . and Ted Nugent.

Blue Jay - Jim Wichmann 08.04.2018 8:16

Jim Wichmann reflects on a cruel act he committed as a boy.

Peace in a Moment - Ann Austin 08.04.2018 10:38

Ann Austin's philosophical reflection on seeking peace, from childhood experiences with death to responding to national tragedy.

The Great Show - Scott Pirsig 08.04.2018 10:59

Scott Pirsig reflects on a hardcore canoe trip into Canada's Quetico Provincial Park.

Seeking Peace - Act 2 08.04.2018 44:33

Four writers with local ties share original stories on a common theme in Act 2 of the Seeking Peace Story Show.

Seeking Peace - Act 1 07.04.2018 1:02:44

Recorded live at the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center in Albert Lea, MN on August 10, 2017, five writers with local ties share original stories on a common theme in Act 1 of the Seeking Peace Story Show.