The Bright Side
Dark times in life are inevitable. What can we do? Look at the brighter side! After becoming pregnant at 17, Liz experiences the lowest and highest points; Neil reassesses what compromise in relationships means; and Valerie takes an intermission from performing yet finds the strength to rediscover herself. Three storytellers, three interpretations of The Bright Side, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
Episodes
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The Bright Side
S4 E18 - 26m 30s
Dark times in life are inevitable. What can we do? Look at the brighter side! After becoming pregnant at 17, Liz experiences the lowest and highest points; Neil reassesses what compromise in relationships means; and Valerie takes an intermission from performing yet finds the strength to rediscover herself. Three storytellers, three interpretations of The Bright Side, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Silver Linings
S4 E17 - 26m 30s
When we miss out on the one thing we want most, the universe conspires to give us something extraordinary. Ronna pursues a Hollywood dream but discovers another possibility; Luis faces depression and struggles to find the light; and Jackie misses out on the lead for the school play but the curtain hasn’t fallen yet. Three stories, three interpretations of SILVER LININGS, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Up in the Air
S4 E16 - 26m 30s
Some times we feel grounded. And other times, things up in the air can get scary until we touch down. COVID-19 delays Cris's path to citizenship and his civic duty; Rilda loses her beloved stuffed animal on an international trip; and Casandra, who is Black and deaf/blind, searches for the support she needs the most. Three storytellers, three interpretations of UP IN THE AIR, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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Missed Connections
S4 E15 - 26m 30s
At times, it can be hard to relate. But a missed connection could be a chance for redemption. James tries to connect with his brother killed in the Vietnam War; Mustapha’s journey from Ghana to the US is full of long-distance connections; and after her mastectomy, Musu-kulla reconnects to the dating world. Three storytellers, three interpretations of MISSED CONNECTIONS, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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Up Close and Personal
S4 E14 - 26m 29s
Everyone has their own personal space...but sometimes, we have to share it. Kurt finds space at a premium, even on the Appalachian Trail; Matthew’s blindness creates a unique hands-on museum tour; and Meghann connects with a friend despite her solitary confinement. Three storytellers, three interpretations of UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Close Quarters
S4 E13 - 26m 30s
Sharing space with others can test our limits. And sometimes, bring us joy too. Chuck and his girlfriend learn that small spaces can make problems bigger; Mariela feels trapped in the safe space she created; and Áine battles her claustrophobia in a tiny recording booth. Three storytellers, three interpretations of CLOSE QUARTERS, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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All Mixed Up
S4 E12 - 26m 28s
When you live between two cultures, searching for your place in the world can be a journey. Harleen watches perceptions change based on the race of the man she’s dating; Mayowa asserts her Black identity, despite her light skin; and Samantha's mixed race friend shows her what life is like when assumptions are made. Three storytellers, three interpretations of ALL MIXED UP, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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She Persisted
S4 E11 - 26m 30s
Through the whispers of doubt, nevertheless, they persisted. In Afghanistan, Mahboba journeys to her classroom against all odds; Crystal climbs the ladder of higher education, aided by some secret admirers; and Joan learns that it’s never too late to radically change her life. Three stories, three interpretations of SHE PERSISTED.
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Good Kind of Trouble
S4 E10 - 26m 30s
The late John Lewis took pride in creating “good trouble” and standing up against unfairness. Maulian fights to ban "Indian" mascots in Maine schools; Ronald stands up for his integrated marriage; and Dr. Wanda’s boss pushes back against patients who don’t want to see her because of her name. Three stories, three interpretations of GOOD KIND OF TROUBLE, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Growing Up Black Part 2
S4 E9 - 26m 29s
Growing up Black in America means cultural bonds, the struggle for visibility, and all too often, unearned judgement. Valerie teaches her students about Africa's greatest explorer; U-Meleni brings her son to a protest of George Floyd’s death; and Harold shows how fear of the police affects his everyday life. Three stories, three interpretations of GROWING UP BLACK PART 2, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Love Hurts
S4 E8 - 26m 29s
Why isn't it easy to find the right person to love? No one knows the right answer, but with every misstep, we learn to keep searching. Nimisha breaks her parents’ rules and dates outside her Indian culture; Max García learns to interpret the secret language of love; and Lauren's broken heart is held together by one hundred women in rural Colorado.
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Mi Familia
S4 E7 - 26m 29s
Families are made of unique individuals with different takes on life. What binds them together is love. El, a non-binary comedian, comes out to their conservative father; Sarah confronts the notion of being “illegal” when she meets her boyfriend’s family; and Nestor is reminded of a family separation deep in his past. Three stories, three interpretations of MI FAMILIA, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
Extras + Features
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The Bright Side | Promo
S4 E18 - 29s
Dark times in life are inevitable. What can we do? Look at the brighter side! After becoming pregnant at 17, Liz experiences the lowest and highest points; Neil reassesses what compromise in relationships means; and Valerie takes an intermission from performing yet finds the strength to rediscover herself. Three storytellers, three interpretations of The Bright Side, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Silver Linings | Promo
S4 E17 - 30s
When we miss out on the one thing we want most, the universe conspires to give us something extraordinary. Ronna pursues a Hollywood dream but discovers another possibility; Luis faces depression and struggles to find the light; and Jackie misses out on the lead for the school play but the curtain hasn’t fallen yet. Three stories, three interpretations of SILVER LININGS, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Up in the Air | Promo
S4 E16 - 30s
Some times we feel grounded. And other times, things up in the air can get scary until we touch down. COVID-19 delays Cris's path to citizenship and his civic duty; Rilda loses her beloved stuffed animal on an international trip; and Casandra, who is Black and deaf/blind, searches for the support she needs the most. Three storytellers, three interpretations of UP IN THE AIR, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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Missed Connections | Promo
S4 E15 - 30s
At times, it can be hard to relate. But a missed connection could be a chance for redemption. James tries to connect with his brother killed in the Vietnam War; Mustapha’s journey from Ghana to the US is full of long-distance connections; and after her mastectomy, Musu-kulla reconnects to the dating world. Three storytellers, three interpretations of MISSED CONNECTIONS, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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Up Close and Personal | Promo
S4 E14 - 30s
Everyone has their own personal space...but sometimes, we have to share it. Kurt finds space at a premium, even on the Appalachian Trail; Matthew’s blindness creates a unique hands-on museum tour; and Meghann connects with a friend despite her solitary confinement. Three storytellers, three interpretations of UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Close Quarters | Promo
S4 E13 - 30s
Sharing space with others can test our limits. And sometimes, bring us joy too. Chuck and his girlfriend learn that small spaces can make problems bigger; Mariela feels trapped in the safe space she created; and Áine battles her claustrophobia in a tiny recording booth. Three storytellers, three interpretations of CLOSE QUARTERS, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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All Mixed Up | Promo
S4 E12 - 30s
When you live between two cultures, searching for your place in the world can be a journey. Harleen watches perceptions change based on the race of the man she’s dating; Mayowa asserts her Black identity, despite her light skin; and Samantha's mixed race friend shows her what life is like when assumptions are made. Three storytellers, three interpretations of ALL MIXED UP, hosted by Wes Hazard.
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She Persisted | Promo
S4 E11 - 30s
Through the whispers of doubt, nevertheless, they persisted. In Afghanistan, Mahboba journeys to her classroom against all odds; Crystal climbs the ladder of higher education, aided by some secret admirers; and Joan learns that it’s never too late to radically change her life. Three stories, three interpretations of SHE PERSISTED.
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Good Kind of Trouble | Promo
S4 E10 - 30s
The late John Lewis took pride in creating “good trouble” and standing up against unfairness. Maulian fights to ban "Indian" mascots in Maine schools; Ronald stands up for his integrated marriage; and Dr. Wanda’s boss pushes back against patients who don’t want to see her because of her name. Three stories, three interpretations of GOOD KIND OF TROUBLE, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Growing Up Black Part 2 |Promo
S4 E9 - 30s
Growing up Black in America means cultural bonds, the struggle for visibility, and all too often, unearned judgement. Valerie teaches her students about Africa's greatest explorer; U-Meleni brings her son to a protest of George Floyd’s death; and Harold shows how fear of the police affects his everyday life. Three stories, three interpretations of GROWING UP BLACK PART 2, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
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Love Hurts | Promo
S4 E8 - 30s
Why isn't it easy to find the right person to love? No one knows the right answer, but with every misstep, we learn to keep searching. Nimisha breaks her parents’ rules and dates outside her Indian culture; Max García learns to interpret the secret language of love; and Lauren's broken heart is held together by one hundred women in rural Colorado.
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Mi Familia | Promo
S4 E7 - 30s
Families are made of unique individuals with different takes on life. What binds them together is love. El, a non-binary comedian, comes out to their conservative father; Sarah confronts the notion of being “illegal” when she meets her boyfriend’s family; and Nestor is reminded of a family separation deep in his past. Three stories, three interpretations of MI FAMILIA, hosted by Theresa Okokon.
Schedule
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Stories from the Stage
Experience
Monday
Aug 2
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Stories from the Stage
Experience
Tuesday
Aug 3
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Stories from the Stage
Experience
Tuesday
Aug 3
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30 Minutes
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Stories from the Stage
Experience
Friday
Aug 6
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30 Minutes
Tellers relay their stories. -
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Stories from the Stage
Experience
Friday
Aug 6
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Stories from the Stage
Family Business
Monday
Aug 9
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30 Minutes
Three stories about family include a woman who learns the good and the bad about working with her spouse, a man's relationship with his mother, and a man who rebels against the life plan his father laid out for him. -
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Stories from the Stage
Family Business
Tuesday
Aug 10
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30 Minutes
Three stories about family include a woman who learns the good and the bad about working with her spouse, a man's relationship with his mother, and a man who rebels against the life plan his father laid out for him. -
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Stories from the Stage
Family Business
Tuesday
Aug 10
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30 Minutes
Three stories about family include a woman who learns the good and the bad about working with her spouse, a man's relationship with his mother, and a man who rebels against the life plan his father laid out for him. -
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Stories from the Stage
Family Business
Friday
Aug 13
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30 Minutes
Three stories about family include a woman who learns the good and the bad about working with her spouse, a man's relationship with his mother, and a man who rebels against the life plan his father laid out for him. -
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Stories from the Stage
Family Business
Friday
Aug 13
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30 Minutes
Three stories about family include a woman who learns the good and the bad about working with her spouse, a man's relationship with his mother, and a man who rebels against the life plan his father laid out for him. -
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Stories from the Stage
Next Stop
Monday
Aug 16
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30 Minutes
Three stories about how a change of place can transform one's perspective and life, including how a bathroom remodel transports a woman to her childhood in Medellin, Colombia, during the drug war of the 1980s. -
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Stories from the Stage
Next Stop
Tuesday
Aug 17
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30 Minutes
Three stories about how a change of place can transform one's perspective and life, including how a bathroom remodel transports a woman to her childhood in Medellin, Colombia, during the drug war of the 1980s. -
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Stories from the Stage
Next Stop
Tuesday
Aug 17
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30 Minutes
Three stories about how a change of place can transform one's perspective and life, including how a bathroom remodel transports a woman to her childhood in Medellin, Colombia, during the drug war of the 1980s.
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