What’s life like after competing in the Paralympics?
Skyler chased her dreams of being an elite athlete all the way to the 2024 Paris Games. In today’s episode, she discusses her final race as a professional cyclist, why she’s decided to retire early, and what it means to pivot into the unknown. Below, she describes a clarifying moment after the Paralympics.
How did you smuggle family money out of Jamaica?
In this week's episode, Mark Jobson talks about coming of age in Jamaica in the 1970s when the country was rife with political polarization. As a teenager, he frequently traveled between home and Princeton, NJ, where he attended college. Mark’s son Ryan asks him about one memorable plane trip from Jamaica to the States, with an altered album in tow, that changed the course of both of their lives forever. Below, Mark describes the moment things got serious at the airport.
What was your wedding like, Papa?
On this episode of The Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Pedro and Ana, a father and daughter duo from Kansas City and Peru. Ana asks Pedro to tell the story of his wedding day in Peru almost 50 years ago. The mayor of the town officiated, and humorously, it didn’t exactly go according to plan. Below, Pedro talks about meeting, falling in love, and proposing to his wife.
When did you first realize your parents were different?
On today’s episode of the Storyworth podcast, Krista talks to Sue, Jean, and Pat – three sisters who grew up with a deaf father and a deaf and mute mother. The sisters reflect on how life was different and on their mother’s last wish.
Father's Day Special 2024
In honor of Father's Day, we meet the entire Streeter family: David and Ginny, plus their kids Libby, Reuben, Kaylee, and Connor. Each kid reads their favorite passage from their dad's Storyworth book and shares stories about what it was like growing up with David for a dad.
Jim, have you ever hopped a freight train?
We meet James and his wife Nancy, who spent the mid-70s to early 80s pursuing an unusual hobby: train-hopping. In 1974, Jim spotted a freight train full of wide-open, empty box cars and wondered if he might be able to sneak inside for an afternoon joy ride. Fast forward a few years, and train-hopping was his favorite mode of travel. He even got Nancy and some friends in on the fun.
Mother's Day Special 2024
In honor of Mother's Day, storyteller Frances chronicles her own mother's life, marriage, and parenthood in 1940s China. Frances touches on the complex family dynamics and high expectations her mother learned to navigate, the political turmoil that forced her parents to flee to Hong Kong, and the opportunity that eventually brought Frances to the United States.
Michael, what's your go-to story?
This week we connect with storyteller Michael C, who spent seven years as a police officer and detective in El Paso, Texas. He has a lot of great and wild stories from his time on the force. But his favorite stories don't involve a criminal...
Myrna, is there anything your parents forgot to mention?
This week, storyteller Myrna reflects on her family's hidden past and the impact it had on two generations of her family. Myrna's story delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the lingering questions that arise from untold truths. Then, Krista chats with Myrna about what it was like growing up in a secretive family, and the ways she's helping her children and grandchildren know her better.
Donna, what was the Greatest Generation?
In this episode of the Storyworth Podcast, Krista talks with Donna Katz about her inspiring grandmother Sadie and the sacrifices she made to support her son through law school. Donna shares how Sadie's determination continue to inspire her family and others.
