Human Interest uses storytelling to educate and create positive change by capturing new or different perspectives on issues such as mass incarceration, gender and sexual identity, aging, mental health, race relations, religion/spirituality and the experiences of individuals from all walks of life.
“They think I’m your sugar daddy,” joked George to Tia as they walked across the crowded diner to their table. Sometimes complete strangers make the best companions. Listen to Tia as she describes one of the most memorable breakfasts of … Continued
It’s easy to label a person, a culture or a religion; and, unfortunately, once someone’s mind is made up, it’s pretty hard to change it. That said, Matt gave it a shot. Listen in as Matt describes how he handled … Continued
What if where you sat in french class dramatically altered your life forever? Rob’s story provides a glimpse into how competitive, and often unfair, the high school placement process is, and just how powerful a hunch can be. Story told … Continued
How do high school students handle racism? Hannah shares how her decision to enroll in a 10th grade African American Literature class led to some uncomfortable revelations about life in her hometown. Story told by Hannah Miller
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