Episode list

The Thread

Jason Reynolds: The Power of Narrative
New York Times #1 bestselling author, Jason Reynolds, opens up about being the child of divorce and how, when he was adrift in life, a high school teacher shocked him into an awareness of the importance of self-sacrifice and moral courage.
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Tova Friedman: Surviving Auschwitz
Life Stories sat down with Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman, who recalls her harrowing experience as a young child in the labor camps of Auschwitz and describes how telling her story honors the memory of those who were lost.
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Roz Chast: Drawing from Life
Life Stories sat down with Roz Chast, award-winning cartoonist for The New Yorker, who reflects on a stressful childhood, being a parent, and the importance of figuring out what you love.
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Big Boy: A Hip Hop Odyssey
Life Stories sat down with radio star Kurt "Big Boy"Alexander who recalls how he fell in love with hip-hop, why he chose DJing over drug dealing, and details his incredible weight loss journey.
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Mitt Romney: Family Ties
Life Stories sat down with United States Senator Mitt Romney who reflects on how 'being different' helped him to put his convictions and family first.
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Cecile Richards: Championing Choice
Life Stories sat down with former president of Planned Parenthood Cecile Richards who gives her definition of moral leadership, and discusses the importance of bringing joy in her work as an organizer.
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Tony Hawk: Finding Your Passion
Life Stories sat down with Tony Hawk who recalls why he began skateboarding, and how his complete dedication to the sport from an early age led to a legendary career that has spanned over four decades.
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Darren Walker: Hope and Courage in Action
Life Stories sat down with the President of the Ford Foundation Darren Walker who discusses the true purpose of philanthropy, the difficulty that can come with courageous leadership, and the importance of giving people something to believe in.
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Katie Couric: From Tragedies to Triumphs
Life Stories sat down with Journalist Katie Couric who reflects on her early days in TV news, and discusses how her competitive spirit and positive attitude were her keys to Success in the Male Dominated industry of the time.
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Jason Alexander: The Power of Laughter
Life Stories sat down with renowned actor and comedian Jason Alexander, best known for his portrayal of the culturally iconic character George Costanza on the hit show Seinfeld, as he discusses the power of storytelling, importance of service, and how his work has helped others.
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Betty Rollin: First You Cry
Life Stories sat down with Betty Rollin, author of the seminal memoir 'First, You Cry,' in her final interview before passing. Rollin reflects on her illustrious career journey, surviving breast cancer, and the profound impact her book had on countless women navigating similar health challenges.
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Father Greg Boyle: Welcoming the Unwelcome
Life Stories sat down with Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries: the world's largest gang rehabilitation center. Boyle reflects on his work with marginalized communities, providing a powerful message: social change is achieved by embracing those on the margins and transforming ourselves in the process.
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