Stories from the Stage

Extraordinary Women | Preview

What does it mean to be extraordinary? Defy the odds and redefine benchmarks of success. Homeless at 19, Natalie builds a career as a pediatric neurosurgeon; Rebecca, one of the "Lost Girls of Sudan," finds a path to creating positive change; and Lachi fights discrimination as a disability rights advocate. Three storytellers, three interpretations of EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN; hosted by Theresa Okokon.

Extraordinary Women | Preview

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    Legacy

    S8 E4 - 26m 14s

    Reclaiming what’s lost isn’t just about the past -- it’s about rewriting the future. Patt fights to honor her Gullah Geechee heritage by renaming a square; George uncovers his family's hidden history, reshaping his understanding; and Yesenia, driven by love for her son, refuses to let difficult circumstances define them. Three storytellers, three interpretations of LEGACY, hosted by Wes Hazard.

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    Reckoning and Repair

    S8 E3 - 26m 14s

    Confronting the past can bring hope, healing, and a path toward justice. Anneliese uncovers her great-grandmother’s account of the Tulsa Race Massacre; Paul reflects on his mother’s resilience following Japanese American internment; and Larry reconnects with his roots by channeling his grandfather's strength. Three storytellers, three interpretations of Reckoning and Repair, hosted by Wes Hazard.

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    On a Mission

    S8 E2 - 26m 14s

    Every challenge we embrace holds the power to transform our lives. Sophia carves out a path of discovery, redefining what learning means to her; during an attempt to climb Mt. Washington, Ella learns to find strength; and Amith’s response to the lack of public restrooms leads to the creation of a vital resource. Three storytellers, three interpretations of ON A MISSION, hosted by Wes Hazard.

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