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Welcome to a special episode of The Sewers of Paris! All this month, the Old Church Concert Hall in Portland is celebrating Black History Month with performances honoring Black artists. And I was lucky enough to speak with Kingsley, who helped organize the venue's Blacker the Berry night, coming up on Saturday the 22nd.Kingsley's inspirations span a wide range of genres, starting with a youthful obsession with heartbreak songs before her heart had ever been broken; continuing with a degree in opera; and with her recent work which gleefully breaks all the rules she spent years learning.Check the shownotes for more info about Kingsley, The Old Church's Black History Month lineup, and the Blacker the Berry show next weekend.And if you're enjoying The Sewers of Paris, I hope you'll consider supporting the show on Patreon. And you may also enjoy my YouTube videos, my weekly livestreams on Twitch, my book Hi Honey, I'm Homo!, and my free email newsletter. There's links to all that in the episode shownotes, and at MattBaume.com.Kingsley: https://www.iamkingsley.com/Old Church Concert Hall: https://www.tocportland.org/all-eventsBlacker the Berry tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/91587145/the-blacker-the-berry-iicelebrating-black-creatives-featuring-kingsley-with-veana-babythe-dutchess-more-portland-the-old-church

Organically gripping and raw, Hayley Lynn's sultry timbres extend through the various depths of her vocal range as she is soft-spoken but packs a punch when her lyrical motifs drop.Lynn's first body of work “Bring on the Flames,” co-created with producer Kyle Devine, was performed to several sold out shows across the Northwest as well as placement in the Netflix Original shows “The Pier” and “Money Heist.” Since then, Lynn's music has been placed on ABC, the 700 Club, and Big Ten Network, expanding Lynn's reach to international audiences. In addition to being a hometown favorite, Lynn is back on the road with breakthrough performances at festivals and venues such as Northwest Folklife, Oregon Country Fair, Winningstad Theater, Bloodworks Live Studio, Mississippi Studios, The Old Church Concert Hall, and touring through the U.S and Canada.Recently, Lynn released her first solo debut album ‘Horizon'. Many of the songs came as a means to heal. The pandemic was especially hard on artists and Lynn's method of survival was to dive deep into the layers of her life, the feelings that arose and the distractions she used to cope. The result is a velvet voice wrapped in an ocean of sound that is cathartic to lose ourselves in.https://www.hayleylynnmusic.com/https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ustZQSFU19uRveWdTUeAdhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/hayley-lynn/1374681637https://www.tiktok.com/@hayleylynnmusic?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/hayley_lynn_music/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqIuebsBOUfG6Kk-yeAtwIAhttps://www.facebook.com/HayleyLynnMusic/

Things are still returning from pandemic exile. October brings the return of Miz Kitty's Parlour, the vaudeville show from Lisa Marsicek who is the Miz Kitty Character. Lisa and her troupe of vaudevillians will be at the Old Church Concert Hall on Saturday October 29. She is with me in the Artichoke Café which is where she staged the first Parlor twenty-one years ago…when the Café and Artichoke were in the ole Hawthorne Boulevard location. Next week we'll have Chamber Music Northwest's Executive Director Peter Bilotta. Today, Welcome back Miz Kitty.

Pretty pretty pretty soon we'll be back in the Artichoke Café…just not today. But that's ok because on the other end of this digital connection is the great bass player and composer Phil Baker who has seen the world as a member of Pink Martini since 2003. They are back touring the world but Phil has put together a show called Common Tones. It's a tribute to the great pianist McCoy Tyner on Saturday, March 12 at the Old Church Concert Hall featuring some of our finest Jazz musicians. One thing I want to talk about is a piece he wrote almost 20 years ago that resonates to this day as one of the most beautiful tunes ever composed. Meet. Phil Baker.

In the café at Artichoke Music, 2007 SE Powell Boulevard for another OMN Coffeeshop Conversation @ Artichoke Music. We’ve got a wild video episode coming up soon with four of the best harmonica players on earth. Look for that. Today Juliana Tabon is with me. She’s the Event Director at The Old Church Concert Hall. She’s worked behind the scenes at some of the more famous and infamous clubs in town including Dante’s and Ohm. Nobody ever talks about the importance of the behind the scenes people at music venues but without them, you would have a lousy time there. So it’s about time we talked with one who has had a lot of time making your club visit better than it might have been without her. So let’s meet Juliana Tobon.

Sometimes, it is a single event that forever changes your life. This will be Lynn’s last story with Portland Story Theater. She is leaving Portland and heading to parts unknown. Being a part of Urban Tellers and sharing a dozen stories with all of you, has been the best time ever. But, her gypsy soul beckons and new adventures await. So...goodbye, farewell, adios, sayonara, auf Wiedersehen, bye-bye, so long, cheerio, ta-ta for now! URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Is karma immutable? Can we change our perspective, our outlook on life and the meaning of past experiences? Frank explores the possibility of a life that isn't "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short," but rather rich and kind, forgiving and full of promise. Frank's careers run the gamut from construction site go-fer to professor of English, from bridge tender to wedding photographer. As he cruises through his golden years, he looks for ways to brighten each day. URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

A gentleman of a certain age wonders about the unknown and unknowable future as he enters the third act of his three- act play. Lawrence Howard has been a hippie woodworker, a legal researcher, an Armchair Adventurer, a lover of limericks, and the self-proclaimed but undisputed barbecue king of Nassau County, NY. He is also a co-founder of Portland Story Theater. URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lawrence Howard live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Uncle Rick was a very special person who changed Penny’s life for the better. She feels like the support and love of her family growing up made her the person she is today. Penny is a professional puppeteer and has been since 2002. Visit her on the web at www.Pennypuppets.com URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Penny Walter live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Oh that nagging feeling of not being enough can drive you mad until you simply let go and be... Lynne is curious about all branches of human learning. She has an inexhaustible amount of creative energy that she channels into evangelizing about story and the importance it plays in our lives. A true urbanite and Portland native, Lynne co-founded Portland Story Theater with Lawrence Howard 15 years ago. URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Lynne Duddy live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

It's a way of learning, it's a way of living, it's a way of drowning. Tonight, Warren would like to thank Gigi, the lady down the street who allowed him and all the other neighborhood kids to swim in her backyard pool. Marco....Polo! URBAN TELLERS June 7, 2019 SO IT GOES Warren McPherson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

This is the story of growing up in a beautiful and isolated place in the country, and a series of childhood encounters that obstructed that beauty for many years. But new experiences of love and connection helped me find my way back home. A psychologist in private practice, Amanda spends much of her free time hanging out with her cute husband and dogs, reading fun books, and thinking about taking a nap. This is her sixth story with Portland Story Theater. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Amanda Starr live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Niani has called Oregon home for more than half her life. She enjoys putzing around her garden, biking around town, and hiking with anyone who is willing to pick up and go. If, heaven forbid, anything should happen to her, Niani hopes this story stands as proof of kinship to those she considers her family. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Niani Dünner live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Oksana grew up in Russia and moved to Portland with her husband and three children in 2016. It was a big change in every aspect of their lives. In Russia she was a lawyer. Here, in America, she started her career again. She joined Russian Oregon Social Services as a Sexual Assault Advocate in 2017 and was promoted to the Program Manager position within a year. As an immigrant herself she is passionate about helping people from the Russian-speaking community to build new lives here. She wants them to feel safe in the US and learn how to embrace a new culture. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Oksana Davletshina live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Matt's bi-coastal, mono-cultural journey to Portland was a meandering path, which led to a personal reckoning concerning his place in the world, and ultimately his past, present, and future self. He is a New York native, whose happy accident of landing in Portland has opened his horizon to a world of possibilities in life, work, and personal growth. He’s called Portland “home” since 2013, but in reality it always has been - he just didn’t know it yet. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Matt Coburn live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org

Duncan shares a story of love, pain, and discovery that helped him to find the life he was meant to lead. Duncan is a poet, educational consultant, faculty in the Portland State College of Education. He is also a longtime member of ECKANKAR, Path of Spiritual Freedom. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Duncan Wyndham live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Bill has been living in two countries for the last 40 years. He says, “It’s like having one foot on the dock and the other on the boat.” As he approaches retirement and prepares for this next stage of life, he has chosen to embrace his ‘inner artist.’ Tonight marks his debut as an Urban Teller with Portland Story Theater. From an early age, Bill believed he would never be able swim, so when life presented him with an opportunity to overcome the fear he had carried for more than 50 years, he determined to challenge his fear by making a long distance swim that changed his self-image and outlook on life. URBAN TELLERS May 3, 2019 ALL THESE MOMENTS HAVE LED ME HERE Bill Stenson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This personal story of a Russian immigrant is about how hard work and persistence can bring personal and professional success. Oksana Davletshina came to America with her husband and 3 children in November 2016 seeking asylum. It was a big change in every aspect of their life. In Russia she was a Juris Doctorate (JD) in Law, her husband was a judge. They were happy and successful. In America they started their life again, doing dirty jobs to provide for their kids. But, working hard and with all their hearts, they have overcome all challenges. URBAN TELLERS April 5, 2019 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Oksana Davletshina live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

It’s been since September of 2015 that Enrique Ugalde, also known as Soriah, has been on the podcast. He is, as I hope you know Oregon’s own Tuvan throat singer. Enrique is his given name and Soriah is the entity he becomes when he performs. He’ll be performing at the Old Church Concert Hall on Friday, May 17 with the Chirgilchin ensemble who are on tour from Tuva itself. They’ve actually regular visitors to Portland, having been here several times. We’ll play a piece by them at the end of our conversation with Enrique. It’s been a big year for him. Let’s find out why.

This is a story of a little girl who becomes the grand hero by saving the day. Luzi Moreno Gilson was brought to the US at age 16. She has lived in Oregon since then traveling the world at any chance she gets, usually in the summer. She teaches 2nd grade Spanish immersion at PPS. URBAN TELLERS April 5, 2019 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Luzi Moreno Gilson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Katerina Perfilova is a web-developer from Russia, who moved to America only three years ago. She tells the story of one of her unusual projects that occurred 10 years ago in Moscow. This story involves Russian gangsters, precious treasure, difficult tasks, and human values… and a happy ending. ***All names and locations are fake. If you recognize yourself, keep calm. Don't try this at home! Visit her website: www.websputnik.biz (Spoiler: this project is NOT in the portfolio) URBAN TELLERS April 5, 2019 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Katerina Ingraham Perfilova live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Alejandro Vilches’ story is about what it takes to make connections and wake up to the world around us. He was born in Bryan, Texas, but grew up in Honduras where his family is from. At the age of 28 Alejandro decided to come to the US for graduate school, seeking a new academic and professional challenge. However, he found a completely different challenge trying to adapt to a new culture, trying to reconcile two different value systems, two different worlds. Today he works as a Software Engineer and is also very passionate about volunteer work, helping introduce kids from underrepresented communities to STEM. In his free time he plays soccer for fun, but also as his duty to not lose his Honduran citizenship. URBAN TELLERS April 5, 2019 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Alejandro Vilches live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Born and raised in Siracusa, Sicily, Angela Zagarella has been calling Oregon home since 1988. She has been teaching Italian for 26 years which has lessened the longing and separation from her beloved island. Not a technological wizard, she only recently discovered she knew more about computers than she thought. She is an avid tea connoisseur; makes her own ricotta cheese, and is fluent in Spanish, Italian and English. She also speaks German. She loves to binge on international movies at the International Film Festival and engage in challenging conversations afterwards. https://www.pdx.edu/profile/meet-instructor-angela-zagarella-italian URBAN TELLERS April 5, 2019 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Angela Zagarella live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Penny has been a professional puppeteer and the owner of Penny's Puppet Productions since 2002. She truly believes in the power of puppets. In her precious downtime Penny loves to take long walks with her dog Tater, drink coffee, and bake things. Visit her website: www.PennyPuppets.com URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Penny Walter live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Karen tells about breaking free of destructive paradigms, getting in touch with her inner truth and learning to let her light shine in the world. As a public speaker, writer and hospitality mystic, Karen works to spread light and love in the world. Visit her website: www.thefireflylife.com URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Karen Lasher live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Once upon a time in college, Victor heard a quote that stayed in his mind. Years later, he now understands the truth of that quote. Because Victor hails from Venezuela and has lived in the USA for only 4 years, he brings a unique perspective to life’s experiences. URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Victor Bencomo live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Steve is a transplant from Southern California, but don’t hold that against him. After Steve was kicked out of the world’s largest canoe club, also known as the US Navy, he came to Portland to meet a girl but she never picked him up at the airport. Steve has a very colorful past that he has no problem sharing with his audiences. He can make people laugh and cry in the same story and you can tell he really loves the stage. Visit his website: https://teameggerts.com/ URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Chalice recently experienced what it’s like to bathe across cultures and had a coming to terms moment in the heat of it all. Here in Portland you can find her supporting women through the transition of pregnancy and childbirth into parenthood as a doula, or escaping the mundane and romping through a field of wildflowers with her pup. Visit her website: www.chalicestroebe.com URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Chalice Stroebe live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

The decision to become an exchange student at age 16 continues to have ripple effects to this day. Katie Skurja runs a private practice as a spiritual director/counselor with Imago Dei Ministries, which is dedicated to helping people in the journey toward healing and integration. Visit her website: idmin.org URBAN TELLERS March 1, 2019 SHIFTING PERSPECTIVE Katie Skurja live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Katie has spent a career in in the world of social services. Her work as a clinician, a consultant, and a frequent trainer and speaker on the topic of creating more trauma-responsive systems focused on improving the lives of children, youth, and families -- and the art of 'getting comfortable with being uncomfortable' while in the process of that growth -- has remained a joy and true passion for over 20 years. As a recent transplant to Portland, Katie's love story centers on the cross-country trek that she undertook with her sweetheart to get here, and the moment of recognition, one night in the Grand Tetons, of her own unwillingness to really get uncomfortable for love. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2018 Katie Morris Henson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

There is no illusion more potent than planning for a future that can’t exist. Tracking her subconscious through a country still uncharted, Joan-Carrol Baron maps the mysteries of life through acting, writing, and sculpting in The Land of Good Enough. This is her second story with Portland Story Theater. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2018 Joan-Carrol Baron live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This story is about a fifteen year old tasting love for the first time but the sweetness of that first love being abruptly cut short by distance and other life circumstances, and the many years she spent longing for that sweet tasting love -- or was it the lover? Zahra Abukar has been a Portlander for over 10 years, a transplant from Mogadishu, Somalia. A mother, daughter, sister, community organizer and a student, Zahra has her plate full. Working towards her Master’s degree in counseling, Zahra hopes to provide psychosocial support to immigrant and refugee families. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2018 Zahra Abukar live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Ruiyuan has lived in Portland for 4 years and she met her first boyfriend here one and half years ago. A lot of things have happened in those 18 months, and have given her cause for reflection. This is her story about taking a big risk and maybe getting a big reward. Ruiyuan is a teacher in Portland. She is originally from China. She has lived in Inner Mongolia, Chengdu, and Beijing. Living here is a new adventure for her. She is trying to find a place to land and call home. Whether there is a big reward or not, she is trying to take risks. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2018 Ruiyuan Gao live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

As a young girl growing up in Caracas, Venezuela, Eva fantasized about her own Hollywood-style love story. Coming to the USA to study seemed like the perfect opportunity for it to become a reality. But what did fate have in store for her? Are happy endings ever more than a fantasy? This is her story. KISS AND TELL February 8, 2019 Eva Rotter-Johnson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Susannah gathers Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy, founders of Portland Story Theater––the premier storytelling organization in the Pacific Northwest––with storyteller Warren McPherson to explore the art of storytelling and its role in community building. Check it out, and then catch McPherson's upcoming show at the Fertile Ground Festival! Catch _You Were Supposed To Be This Great Thing_, February 2, 2019, at The Old Church Concert Hall and visit pdxstorytheater.org for Portland Story Theater's current offerings.

Frank’s story explores a journey from grief to gratitude and, incidentally, the possibility of supernatural or extraordinary modes of communication. The greater marvel is how or why, not what. URBAN TELLERS December 7, 2018 UNEXPECTED! Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Kathi relates a narrative of fear from a childhood experience into discovering the way forward toward a life of freedom. Professionally, she walks alongside others in their relationship with God as a spiritual director through Boldly Loved and the Companioning Center and as an adjunct professor at George Fox University. Check out her websites: boldlyloved.org and companioningcenter.org URBAN TELLERS December 7, 2018 UNEXPECTED! Kathi Gatlin live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

It doesn't always look like you think it will. You can't always put it on your resume. Sometimes lessons take decades to land. Joanna's got a story about that. URBAN TELLERS December 7, 2018 UNEXPECTED! Joanna Agee live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

After years of telling funny stories at parties, Rob is proud to remember a personal hero on a critical 40th anniversary. URBAN TELLERS December 7, 2018 UNEXPECTED! Rob Kass live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Angela Hahn is a physician in Portland, Oregon. Rats helped her get there. URBAN TELLERS December 7, 2018 UNEXPECTED! Angela Hahn live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Born and raised in Nigeria, Onyeka's idea of home, once strong and concrete, slowly became untethered and nebulous after years of living in America. She shares her struggles with belonging, identity and the journey of redefining her home. Onyeka helps other immigrants, world travelers and lovers of culture create and define their home (Gidan in the Hausa language) with unique, culturally authentic home goods through her home goods brand, MyGidan.com URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Onyeka Jones live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Throughout her childhood Wafa Almaktari has always been a defender and always stepped out of her comfort zone to stand for what is right. Now she is a warrior and always makes sure that her voice advocates for the voiceless. She is a senior at Portland state university and will soon graduate with a double major in Human Resources and Management & Leadership (Business), and a minor in Civic Leadership (Public Administration). 4 days ago she became an auntie and soon she will become a bride. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Wafa Almaktari live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Four years ago, a bright young fellow was forced out of his comfort zone. Spoiled by his mother, maid, family and friends, he lived in a bubble before he started on his journey as an immigrant in the US. Well, things changed and with little knowledge about life, Victor has had to face many challenges to survive. So far, so good. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Victor Bencomo live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

It’s been said that it’s not enough to be in the right place at the right time. You have to be the right person in the right place at the right time and that describes Ivan Hernandez. Ivan, a DACA recipient, has a story that literally defies logic about a decision that changed his perception of the world around him. Ivan and his family were reunited in 2003 after crossing the border for a better life. He is transferring to Pacific University from PCC to pursue a double major in Political Science and Communications. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Ivan Hernandez live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Born and raised in Iraq, Israa’s life journey is to explore, discover, and repeat. Looking for self-recognition, love and identity, she spent the last half of her life discovering herself and her passions. She works as a mental health provider for immigrants and refugees who are torture and war survivors. URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Israa Hasani live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sankar Raman, a Northwest Digital Art Photographer, is originally from India, but spent the majority of his adult life in the U.S. He is the founder and board president of The Immigrant Story which captures the stories of immigrants in short, accessible, visual and written formats. It is the perfect antidote to the divisive rhetoric that continues to scapegoat immigrants. His education includes a PhD in Engineering and he has enjoyed a very successful career in the high tech industry. Please visit theimmigrantstory.org/ URBAN TELLERS November 2, 2018 IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE SHOW Sankar Raman live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Dmae presents three different stories from Portland theatre artists that was recorded for the We Can Listen series. Presented by the Old Church Concert Hall, the talk was recorded by Darren Oberg and hosted by Jane Vogel founder of Advance Gender and Equity in the Arts.  The topic was “Why Do I Keep Having These […]

Ever since his college graduation in 2014, Kyle has been working hard to take it easy. The idea of grad school debt or joining the corporate world filled him with dread, so he opted for exploring. His explorations led him to four different continents and an array of experiences that the “Old Kyle” never could have imagined. In this story, he delves into the character that he once was and how twenty minutes in the month of November would change his life forever. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Kyle Cooper live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Lynn’s story is about how she once overcame the challenges of being a lifelong introvert, by assuming an alter ego "Candice the Aluminum Can.” Lynn has had a life filled with adventure, despite the handicap of being a development director for most of her career. Now entering retirement, she is exploring different options to bring more fun, creativity and joy into what comes next. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

In July 2017, Leah gave up a comfortable, predictable life in rural New Hampshire to travel the country and find a new home. Along the way she surprised herself by re-discovering her long-buried sense of fun, adventure, and sexuality. She has now settled in Portland and spends her days and nights talking and writing about sex and sexuality, and now coaches others in communicating more effectively about their sexual needs and desires. She recently started a blog and podcast at GoodGirlsTalkAboutSex.com/. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Leah Carey live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

From an early age, the consequences of Steve’s behavior had little effect on him, which led him down some crazy pathways in life. Today, he is married to his business partner and beautiful wife, Anna. They live in SE Portland with their new Bernadoodle puppy, Bella. Find out more about Steve’s work at teameggerts.com/ URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

As a playwright, lyricist, and speechwriter, Sharon is used to telling stories on paper; making the leap from page to stage here has her a bit shaken, but not stirred. Her story tonight is about how mosquitoes, malaria and mambo turned her life into a ball - figuratively and literally. URBAN TELLERS October 5, 2018 TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE Sharon Gavin live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Pepe Raphael is back in the Coffeeshop for a brief stopover in the middle of a whirwind week of rehearsals for the concert at the Old Church Concert Hall with two shows on Saturday, October 13. So, as they say,back by popular demand: DUELING TANGO DUOS! This year, THREE international duos take the stage in this one of a kind bilingual concert exploring the passion of Argentine tango music in English & Spanish. This is an original performance written by Megan Yvonne & Pepe Raphael and funded by the Regional Arts and Culture Council. On Vocals: Duo Kitty-Raphael: Megan Yvonne & Pepe Raphael (Portland, OR & Madrid, Spain) Piano & Bandoneon: Duo Oliver-Krebs: Andrew Oliver & Alex Krebs (London, UK & Portland, OR) Guitar, Guitarron & Vocals: Duo Fuertes-Varnerin: Agustin Fuertes & Ariel Varnerin (Buenos Aires, Argentina) Always a pleasure to talk to Senor Raphael!

This is another Coffeeshop Conversation although our guest is not in the cofeeshop, although I am. And that coffeeshop would be World Cup Coffee and Tea at NW 18th & Glisan. No, talking with us today through the miracle of Skype is John Doe of X and several other bands. He’s bringing his Folk Trio to the Old Church Concert Hall on Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23. John’s no stranger to Portland having played here many times. Doesn’t matter if he’s playing Rock, Americana or in this case Folk. The question is what kind of Folk is he talking about. We’ll find out and let’s not be surprised if an X tune or two finds its way into another genre, he’s known for that. He’s one of the founders of Punk, has documented that in a book, with another on the way. He’s always interesting. Do I dare say, meet John Doe?

Remember the David Simon HBO series Treme? The one based in New Orleans? And the character Davis McAlary? You know, the guy who got fired from WWOZ for sacrificing a chicken in a Voodoo ceremony while on the air? The guy who was kinduva semi-lovable asshole? Well that character was based on a real person who actually had a hand in creating that character (played by Steve Zahn) and also helping create some of the music in the series. His real name is Davis Rogan who is from New Orleans, but went to college at Reed in Portland (and then went home). He's been here before, at Al's Den. He'll be here again on Thursday, August 16 at The Old Church Concert Hall. As Dr. John likes to say, Davis is a Ky-RACK-ter. I spoke with him over the weekend via Skype. He was in Chicago, having opened for Michael McDonald in Oshkosh, WI on the 9th. He would be playing in a club in Chicago that night. He has several albums and we'll end the conversation with a tune called "No Blues" from his latest album Davis Ex Machina. He'll be playing solo piano and singing his quirky tunes in Portland. He's a strange dude. You might even like him.

Welcome back to the newly redone World Cup Coffee and Tea at NW 18th & Glisan in Portland. You have stumbled across another OMN Coffeeshop Conversation. Today in the cupping room with me is Amanda Stark, Executive Director of The Old Church which is now known as The Old Church Concert Hall, something she’s been working on since 2010 and is no longer a work-in-progress….although everything in life really is…but it’s about to be re-launched as one of Portland’s finest venues. Not that it hasn’t been all this time, but the improvements and restoration during Amanda’s time there, including a fabulous sound system, have made TOC (as they like to call it) a beautiful unique place to hear music. What’s been done? How did it get done? What’s coming up? Let’s find out.

"I think I fall in love a little bit with anyone who shows me their soul. The world is so guarded and fearful. I appreciate rawness so much." ~Emery Allen Stefanie says the truth in this quote is what attracts her to storytelling; to people and their experiences. Tonight's story is about embracing her own rawness even in the midst of life's most harsh lessons. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Stephanie Brown live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Dana is a mom, leadership/organizational coach and consultant, guesthouse proprietor, writer, singer, and right now a slave to her overgrown yard. Her story is about how our greatest gifts/challenges always get seeded in childhood. And also about a great deli and shag carpet. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Dana Brenner-Kelley live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Duncan tells the story about letting go of his cherished older brother, Harald, and in the process, surrendering bits and pieces of himself. Duncan is a lover of life and a professional educator in the Portland State Graduate School of Education. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Duncan Wyndham live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Love letters in the wrong hands and anonymous phone calls at a pivotal stage led to a twenty year detour in Joanna's life. In finding, losing, and finding herself again, she's awestruck by the power of saying simple truths out loud - and strives to do more of that all the time. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Joanna Agee live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Frank highlights some awkward, humorous and existential encounters as a Jew teaching at a Catholic seminary. As a writer, Frank has recently trashed his curriculum vitae and is now editing his will. URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

After years of resisting, Warren found Faith for the first time and it was in an admittedly unconventional entity. His beliefs might seem alien to you, but at least he believes in something, right? URBAN TELLERS June 1, 2018 FAITH, FAMILY AND OTHER F-WORDS Warren McPherson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

A man journeys to make a pilgrimage to India., to walk in the footsteps of a master teacher....along the way, he discovers himself. Daniel LaForce comes from a strong theatrical background and spiritual practice. He's thrilled to do another Urban Tellers show. Who knows what might happen? URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Daniel LaForce live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

With great love comes great responsibility. How do you keep someone’s memory alive after they’re gone? Robyn shares her own experience of trying to honor her beloved grandmother. Robyn is a Portland Story Theater board member. She is a mother of two and a sitting state court judge. This is her second Urban Tellers® storytelling. URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Robyn Ridler Aoyagi live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Some things in life tear you in half. Katie shares some experiences from her crazy family life and her journey toward healing the schism in her soul. Katie Skurja runs a private practice as a spiritual director/counselor with Imago Dei Ministries, which is dedicated to helping people in the journey toward healing and integration. idmin.org URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Katie Skurja live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sometimes a simple “thumb rule,” used to make a job do- able, can lead us across red-lines we thought we’d never transgress. This story is about a blind approach to a very bright red-line. Chuck McConnell spent 42 years in behind-the-scenes public television jobs so obscure that he learned to dread the cocktail party question: “So, what do you do?” URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Chuck McConnell live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Sometimes the desire to help a stranger can end up helping your self. Debz is a writer working in many genres including horror. She is a performer who currently works in health care - which give her a daily dose of horror. URBAN TELLERS May 5, 2018 LOOKING FOR SOME ANSWERS Debz Briske live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Practicing interconnectedness as spirituality has led Bernal on some pretty unforgettable adventures. Bernal migrated to the US from Guatemala in 1990 seeking asylum and now works with these populations including unaccompanied children-- it's a full circle of sorts in a field that can deplete the most seasoned workers. Finding hope and inspiration in unexpected places has become more common than not, and among those experiences, this one may take the cake. URBAN TELLERS April 6, 2018 STANDING IN MY POWER Bernal Cruz live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Nyimoch has chosen to abandon the hostile culture that she grew up with. It is a culture where women have no rights to choose who they marry. It’s all about the dowry. Women are seen as a piece of property to be owned by men. Nyimoch wants the freedom to chose who she decides to love and marry. She believes that women should have this freedom. URBAN TELLERS April 6, 2018 STANDING IN MY POWER Nyimoch Chuol Wel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Qin is a student who is learning how to teach. She is always on the journey of learning how to get in touch with herself and find out who she is or who she wants to be. The journey is always under the two quite different cultures—the eastern culture which raised her up, and the western culture she is going through. And the story she is going to tell tonight is exactly about the two cultures’ broken and rebuilt. URBAN TELLERS April 6, 2018 STANDING IN MY POWER Qin Xia live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Preethi moved from India to United States of America three years ago to purse her masters in Electrical Engineering. Never did she think that she would find the idea of beauty preserved so differently in different parts of the world. Preethi’s story is about what it was like to grow up as a dark skinned girl in a fair skinned obsessed country . URBAN TELLERS April 6, 2018 STANDING IN MY POWER Preethi Srinivas live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Jiao came to America for her Masters of Education and has been a teacher in Portland. Her story touches on some of those things in life that we think we hate but that turn out to be something truly wonderful - such a surprise! And like so many things in life, is tied to her complex relationship with her mother. URBAN TELLERS April 6, 2018 STANDING IN MY POWER Jiao Liu live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

For 16 years Penny has been following her heart. Sometimes her head gets in the way. Penny loves puppets, dogs and making people laugh. Find out more at www.PennyPuppets.com URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Penny Walter live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

When the anticipated peace of retirement is invaded by a neighbor’s sound system, all bets are off as to who will prevail. Mary is retired, living in Aloha with her husband, her dog, and her cat. Her love of art has recently found expression through watercolor. In addition to painting, reading, walking her dog, and avoiding political discourse, Mary feels called to the invention of ever-more creative practical jokes to keep her husband alert and sharp. URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Mary Welch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Steve shares a story about how love can show up at the worst time in your life. Steve moved to Portland from Southern California in 1986, but don’t hold that against him. URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

An endless adventurer via volunteerism, bicycling, photography, hiking and backpacking, Jim looks through the lens of a mid-western suburban childhood at his response to death. www.facebook.com/IJAdventures URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Jim Waigand live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This story is set in Frank’s head—and in his mother’s assisted living apartment, September, 2017. Frank spent two years as a pea-shooter target while playing sousaphone in his high school marching band. He never aspired to big brass after that experience. URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

In one’s darkest hour, in the midst of an existential crisis, sometimes the answer is provided by an old friend. “Who we are in the present includes who we were in the past.” - Mr Rogers Sticking with that Tom Petty song, Lynn thinks of herself often, as a rebel without a clue. Now in the midst of that last Rite of Passage, she is boldly embracing her wise and adventurous crone time. URBAN TELLERS March 2, 2018 A FLASH OF INSIGHT Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This is the story of two lovers who embark upon what can only be described as a fool's journey. But with patience and luck they just find may their heart's desire. Beth Rogers works and plays with the most interesting people in Portland's playgrounds and classrooms. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Beth Rogers live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Looking for love is a journey - this one involves a conversation with mom, a psychic prediction and a cross-country move. Beth is a writer, researcher and ethnographer who founded an online community for women who have left academia. Any day that includes time to read, making goofy faces at her nephews or trying something new she considers a success. Her website is bethduckles.com KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Beth Duckles live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Can love and independence co-exist? What does it mean to be cursed with cute? And where does the couch fit in anyway? Writer and educator Cindy McGean answers these questions in a Valentine to her husband and frequent creative partner, Sam. When Cindy isn't writing or performing, she teaches elementary school, changing the world one third grader at a time. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Cindy McGean live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

How hard is it to NOT have sex? Turns out, not that hard. Warren wants everyone to know that he has, in fact, had sex... more than once. He's not keeping a running total or anything. If he were though...his best guess would be 467 times. Warren has told with Portland Story Theater on several occasions in the past. He doesn't know the exact number of times.... but lots. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Warren McPherson live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Kathy Gillis tells us a story about marriage, DIY projects, finding peace, and keeping love close. In her spare time Kathy enjoys outdoor adventures, dinner out with friends, crossfit, and DIY projects. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Kathy Gillis live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Trailblazing is often Sukita's way, from a career in the earthen building industry to how she becomes a mom. It's not always easy, but there are rewards. Sukita finds joy in gardening, hiking, dancing, conversation, puzzles and telling stories. Her name means happy one. S.N. Goenka, a teacher of Vipassanā meditation, gave her mother this name for her. KISS AND TELL February 10, 2018 Sukita Reay Crimmel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

After a lifetime of being a “good girl”, this summer Leah threw out all the rules and departed on a year-long road trip around the country, landing in Portland just in time to take this class. Along the way, she has been rediscovering her long-buried sense of fun, adventure, and sexuality. Leah is a writer dedicated to helping all of us understand ourselves and each other through the stories of everyday life www.leahcarey.com URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Leah Carey live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Two close friends deal with drastic changes of life over pizza. Luis Garcia is a writer and start-up enthusiast from New York state. He is a single Father of two a documentary filmmaker and has grown to love the art of storytelling. This is his first public storytelling experience. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Luis Garcia live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

When you finally put your foot down, what might happen? Gigi Rosenberg is an author, artist coach and presentation coach. “The Only Rule I Broke” is adapted from her solo performance, which you can see in January at the Fertile Ground Festival of New Works. For details, visit gigirosenberg.com/events URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Gigi Rosenberg live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

This is a personal story about honoring the memories of our loved ones, and finding ways to stay connected and build deep relationships in our often busy and stressful lives. Sabina Haque is a visual artist, a storyteller and leads community-based art projects in Portland. Visit her website sabinahaque.com URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Sabina Haque live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

What do you do when you can't relieve the pain for someone in your life? Jessie seeks to answer that question for herself. A former seasonal, nomadic, environmental educator from the East Coast, Jessie now works for Portland Parks & Recreation in fundraising and partnership-building. She loves solving problems, connecting people with technology, and using storytelling to find her voice. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Jessie Bond live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Kathy has taken a break from that damn basement remodel to share her story of opening up to love. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Kathy Gillis live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Hosted by Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard of Portland Story Theater MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®

Steve arrived in Portland after being asked to leave the world’s biggest yacht club -- the United States Navy -- with 100.00 in his pockets. He walked out of the Portland airport only expecting to be here for a month or so....that was 31 years ago. This is the story of the toughest job I ever had. URBAN TELLERS December 1, 2017 STRONG LIKE ME Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy pdxstorytheater.org MAY THE NARRATIVE BE WITH YOU®