GRIT: True Stories That Matter

Four more stories from Grit's open mic honoring and remembering 9/11 (originally aired on 9/11/2021).Madeleine Holden (QB)Erin Johnston (CA)Tina McKenna (NY)Linda Durrett (WV)

Four stories from Grit's open mic honoring and remembering 9/11 (originally aired on 9/11/2021).Francecsa Sobrer (IL)Tracey Starin (NY)Ann Mary Mullane (NJ)Elena-Beth Kaye (CA)UPCOMING EVENTSSuicide Noted (Personal Stories by Attempt Survivors)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Today's episode features two stories from September's Suicide Noted event (Personal Stories by Badass Survivors), which featured a total of five stories, all guests from the Suicide Noted, a weekly podcast where I've been talking candidly with suicide attempt survivors since the summer of 2020.STORY #1: Ann Vandy Purky (IL)STORY # 2: Chandreyee Lahiri (MA) & J. Carroll (CA)Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual open mic)Sunday, November 5Suicide Noted (podcast)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Today's episode features two stories from September's Suicide Noted event (Personal Stories by Badass Survivors), which featured a total of five stories, all guests from the Suicide Noted, a weekly podcast where I've been talking candidly with suicide attempt survivors since the summer of 2020.STORY #1: Erica Blumfield (CA)STORY # 2: Jamie Brickhouse (NY)Suicide Noted podcastMental Health Happyish Hour (virtual story open mic)Sunday, November 5Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic [aka story badassery] from summer 2022 --STORY #1: Ben battles hate (MA)STORY #2: Walt tackles loss (FL)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (virtual open mic)

On this episode I talk with the tall man w/ short name, Mr. Kory Thomas May (Iowa City), who is an accomplished speaker, storyteller, producer, coach, dad and the National Storytelling Network's recently-appointed Chairman of the Board (aka NSN's Superman).UPCOMING Grit EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (virtual open mic)

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic [aka story badassery] from spring 2022 --STORY #1: Dotty O'Donnell Gets Grounded (MA)STORY #2: Jameer Pond Talks it Out (NY)UPCOMING EVENTSNSN Grand Slam (Saturday, July 30)MHHH Open Mic (Sunday, August 7)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Best of July's 99-Second GRAND SLAM (Season 6)

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic [aka story badassery] in March 2022 --STORY #1: Shivani finds right place, right time (SC)STORY #2: Anthony recognizes real problem (GA)UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story Grand Slam (Season 6)Sunday, July 17 @ 8pm (eastern)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7 (Grit's curated virtual storytelling series) from March 2021 --STORY #1: Johanne Pelletier tests time on metro (QB)STORY #2: Tracey Starin battles with bunny (NY)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Sunday, July 10)The 99-Second Story Grand Slam (Sunday, July 17)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic [aka story badassery] in early 2022 --STORY #1: Rayellen K. finally gets answer (NC)STORY #2: Eve Z. learns hard lesson (NC)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Sunday, July 10)The 99-Second Story Grand Slam (Sunday, July 17)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7 (Grit's curated virtual storytelling series) from 2021.STORY #1: Cora Waring learns a lesson (MA)STORY #2: Zach Stewart finds his mojo (MA)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Sunday, July 10)The 99-Second Story Grand Slam (Sunday, July 17)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic in 2021...STORY #1: Silvana Clark Burns & Turns [WA]STORY #2: J.C. (StarLitWriter) Spirals & Smiles [CA]UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Sunday, July 10)The 99-Second Grand Slam (Sunday, July 17)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Kory Thomas May Confronts Killer (IA)STORY #2: Harold Cox Dons Merry Red Suit (MA)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Sunday, July 10)The 99-Second Grand Slam (Sunday, July 17)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic...STORY #1: Tina McKenna Learns Dads Secret (NY)STORY #2: Ken Stockton Endures Dads Illness (MI)Swap Shop (story feedback and mining)https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9199040265 (Fridays @ 3pm eastern) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Season 6 (Slam #3)Marie Cooney (MN)Barbara Peterson (IL)Shawn Cobb (IL)Neshama Franklin (CA)Mary Jo Pollack (AZ)Mark Modrall (winner, MA)Chetter Galloway (GA)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (open mic badassery)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Sue Huggans Seeks Safety (CT)STORY #2: Mark Modrall Tackles Time (MA)UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic...STORY #1: Jeff Stein Learns Hard Way (IL)STORY #2: Torrey Shine Battles Bully (NY)STORY #3: Susan Ida Boucaud Blacks Out (ON)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Jack Scheer Says Good Bye Again (MD)STORY #2: Dave Nelson Reconciles Us v. Them (WI)UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story Slam (6.3)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three bold stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic started in the fall of 2020 (which is still running!)STORY #1: Sharon Eisner Deflects Death (NC)STORY #2: Neshama Franklin Flees Scene (CA)STORY #3: Linda Durrett Escapes Assault (WV)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Anne Purky Dances w/ Death (IL)STORY #2: Chandreyee Lahiri Floors it (MA)UPCOMING EVENTSFundraiser for Ukraine (May 1 in NC)Motown FLASH!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Season 6 (Slam #2)Andrew Shelffo (Winner)Neshama FranklinChristel BartelseCarolyn EricksonAngela CombestUPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Motown Flash!Fundraiser for Ukraine (May 1 in NC)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid (and curious) conversation with the Friday afternoon Swap Shop about taking stories from the page to the stage...Mary Jo PollackDaniel BoydTracey StarinRichard MunchkinKory Thomas MayNeshama FranklinGRIT EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamMHHH Open MicMotown FLASH!Fundraiser for Ukraine (May 1 in NC)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic from 2021. Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.STORY #1: Tracey Starin Finally Makes the Call STORY #2: Dorri Olds Battles Bravado in Big Apple UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story Slam (Season 6, Slam 2)Mental Health Happyish Hour (open mic)MOTOWN Flash! (improv + music + story)Ukraine Fundraiser (May 1 in NC)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid (and curious) conversation with the Friday afternoon Swap Shop about mining and selecting stories...Kory Thomas MayNeshama FranklinTracey StarinLinda DurrettCarolyn EricksonGRIT EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamFundraiser for Ukraine (May 1 in NC)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid conversation with GRIT's Swap Shop about process and practice.Richard MunchkinMJ PollackNeshama FranklinTracey StarinAndrew ShelffoKory Thomas MayCarolyn EricksonGRIT EVENTSDISCO Flash!The 99-Second Story SlamSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Our featured braided stories are from GRIT's virtual event, Deja True IV in February 2022.Johanne Pelletier & Christel Bartelse (Ikea Blues)Anne Purky & Ronna Levy (Getting By)Francesca Sobrer & Neshama Franklin (Partners)UPCOMING EVENTSDISCO Flash!The 99-Second Story SlamSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Season 6 (Slam #1)Erica Blumfield (champion)Andrew ShelffoCarolyn ThornlowTracey StarinBriane NasimokKelly SpillmanUPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)DISCO Flash!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three stories originally told in the summer of 2020 at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Sue Schmitt learns from Francis (IA)STORY #2: Lynne Jassem bumps into Diane (CA)UPCOMING Grit EVENTSDeja True IV (Original Braided Stories)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour (virtual) open mic from 2021.STORY #1: Is James Petersen helping or hurting? (IL)STORY #2: Sean Wellington has a problem (NC)UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story Slam (Season 6)Deja True (Original Braided Stories)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three stories originally told in the summer of 2020 at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: David Latham Dances with Dale (CA)STORY #2: Arlene Malinowski Braves the Storm (IL)UPCOMING Grit EVENTSThe 99-Second Story Slam (Season 6)Deja True IV (Original Braided Stories)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour open mic from 2021.STORY #1: Lorraine Darnell Sheds Shame (MO)STORY #2: Ken Stockton Confronts Abuser (MI)STORY #3: Chuck Fink Embraces Condition (NC)UPCOMING Grit EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamDeja True (Braided Stories)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Three stories originally told in the summer of 2020 at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: David Rodriguez (CA)STORY #2: Tracey Miller Segarra (NY)STORY #3: Aaron Wolfe (NY)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (open mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour open mic from 2020.STORY #1: Jeremy Kredlo's anxiety returns (WA)STORY #2: Ana Varela and the boom boom (CO)UPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happy Hour (open mic)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

16 Grand Story Slammers battle to qualify for Round 2. Six battle for the title: Season 5's Grand Slam Champion.Tina McKenna (NY)Carolyn Erickson (Mexico)Jeff Stein (IL)Gaurav Madan (Norway)Ronna Levy (NY)Jamie Brickhouse (Grand Slam Champion)Mental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told in the summer of 2020 at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Nestor Gomez (IL)nestorgomezstoryteller.comSTORY #2: Matthew Dicks (CT)https://matthewdicks.comMental Health Happyish Hour (open mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories from Grit's Mental Health Happyish Hour open mic from 2020.STORY #1: Wini in Reno battles a rare condition (NV)STORY #2: Nick Baskerville loses a fire house friend (MD)https://stop365.blogUPCOMING EVENTS99-Second Grand SlamSpecial thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories originally told in May 2020 at 7 by 7, Grit's curated virtual storytelling series.STORY #1: Jessica Piscitelli-Robinson (VA)bettersaidthandone.com)STORY #2: Lily Berman (CO)Watch the 99-Second Story GRAND Slam (January 9)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Two stories from Grit's the Mental Health Happyish Hour open mic.Jenice Matias's battle with multiple personality disorder (NJ)Cat Dean's battle with debilitating anxiety (NC)Check out the 99-Second Story GRAND Slam (Season 5)Special thanks to Mary Jo Pollack for her help in curating these stories.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Richard Munchkin won Six Feet Apart Production's December (virtual) Slam with this story, as well as telling it in person at Story Jam's open mic in October. He lives in Las Vegas, NV.Shivani Nadarajah won The Moth with this story and also told it at Stories from the Stage (both is Boston in December). She lives in Waltham, MA.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

The 99-Second Story Slam: Season 5 (Slam #3)Neshama Franklin (champion)Tayo Sanders IIBarbara PetersonEmily PittsRichard MunchkinUPCOMING EVENTSMental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

On today's episode, I talk with Jon Papernick, husband, father, storyteller, teacher and author of several books, including the soon to be released I Am My Beloveds. Jon, also a member of the Tribe, is originally from Toronto and now lives outside of Boston with his wife, Kim.Our conversation takes place in his old car, on our way from Waltham to Braintree (MA), after two days that included stories told at The Moth and Stories from the Stage.Story v. literary communityEntry into storytellingMultiple strandsDesireRefiningSurpriseDeeply personal GatekeepersHigh schoolVirtual producingJewishnessUPCOMING EVENTSThe 99 Second Story SlamMental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Truelogues open the stage for two tellers to meet each other's truths through the telling of their own experience. Both tellers go back and forth, weaving their personal stories - same prompt, different lives.Our two feature truelogues are from GRIT's Swap Shoppers:Kory Thomas May & Cat Dean (RACE)Andrew Shelffo & Emily Pitts (TIME)UPCOMING EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamMental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Truelogues open the stage for two tellers to meet each other's truths through the telling of their own experience. Both tellers go back and forth, weaving their personal stories - same prompt, different lives.Our two feature truelogues are from GRIT's virtual event, Deja True III.Neshama Franklin & Richard MunchkinRonna Levy & Tracey StarinUPCOMING EVENTSMHHH (open mic)FLASH (improv + story)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

The 99-Second Story Slam: Season 5 (Slam #2)Barbara PetersonJeff SteinNeshama FranklinJamie BrickhouseJames Peterson Francesca Sobrer (Champion)UPCOMING EVENTSDejaTrue III (Truelogues!)FLASH (Improv + Story)Mental Health Happyish Hour (Open Mic)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid conversation with GRIT's Swap Shop about why they tell (and keep telling) personal narrative stories.Richard MunchkinCat DeanMJ PollackRonna LevyGRIT EVENTSThe 99-Second Story SlamDeja True IIISupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

On today's episode, I talk with Erica Blumfield, who lives in L.A.Erica will be telling a story at NAMI Washington's Brainpower Chronicles in early November!GRIT EVENTS99-Second Story SlamDeja True 3Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

On today's episode, I talk with New Jersey's Aditya Surendran, author of a recently-published book of delightful short stories (cheesedosa.com).Our conversation, which focuses on the mundane, the magical and the minutiae, takes place in my car, driving him to RDU Airport, after he and a handful of other storytellers descended on Durham, (NC) where they absolutely crushed the GRIT stage. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid conversation with GRIT's Swap Shop about what makes for a great story, and storyteller.Richard MunchkinSharon EisnerMelissa Reaves (Story Fruition)Cat DeanMJ PollackSteph Rogers (Story Jam)Andrew ShelffoKurt Mullen!SWAP SHOP (Fridays at 3pm eastern)MAIN STAGE #2 (Sunday, Oct. 17 @ 2:30 pm eastern)In Person: atcfestivals.com/alleventsLivestream: facebook.com/truestoriesthatmatterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

Truelogues open the stage for two tellers to meet each other's truths through the telling of their own experience. Both tellers go back and forth, weaving their personal stories - same prompt, different lives.Our two feature truelogues are from GRIT's virtual event, Deja True.Andrew Shelffo & Story Luck's Daniel Boyd (KIDS)Johanne Pelletier & Ronna Levy (HOME)Deja True III (SCARRED)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations

A candid conversation with GRIT's Swap Shop about our story-related pet peeves.Mary Jo PollackNeshama FranklinRonna LevyRichard MunchkinAndrew ShelffoBob DancerAdditional contributions from...Daniel BoydKory Thomas MaySharon EisnerCat DeanShweta BhattMelissa ReavesHoward LiebermanShari MillerFRIDAY SWAP SHOP (3pm eastern)UPCOMING EVENTSFLASH (Story + Improv!)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/grit/donations