Story District presents: I Did It for the Story

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Bonus! Storytelling Secrets May 03, 2024

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In this bonus episode, Amy gets to be the guest! She was hosted by the Two Marketing Mom's podcast for an episode on all things storytelling. Amy talks about her journey with Story District, the secrets to a well told story, and how Story District prepares to tap into that power.

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A Man Walks into a Feminist Dance Party with Hannah Malus Mar 19, 2024

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Hannah was raised in a very conservative community and experienced several instances of gender inequality. As an adult she moved to a much more progressive city and finally found the community that she had longed for. One night she and her boyfriend attend a very special event that becomes a little more special than they imagined.

In our third season of the podcast, we bring you I Did It for the Story as part of Story District Presents. All new episodes will feature true stories told live on the Story District stage and insights about storytelling from the host, Amy Saidman, Story District's Executive Director.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

Cancer is not Contagious with Jasmine Jones Mar 05, 2024

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Jasmine's grandmother is special not just because she is the BEST grandmother, but because she's also a breast cancer survivor. In her youth, Jasmine had a deeply affecting experience with her grandmother while shopping, post-mastectomy, that would shape her life. Sometimes it's not what happens to us, but what happens to the people we love that has the biggest impact.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

Don't Tell Mom with Majdy Fares Feb 28, 2024

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Meet Majdy Fares. Majdy's story spans more than a decade and involves secretive dating, imposing mothers, travel, even civil war re-enactments. His story has everything, and every bit of it revolves around just...one...woman. This is one you won't want to miss.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

The Golden Bachelorette with Joani Peacock Feb 13, 2024

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In this episode we meet Joani Peacock. After 12 long years of enjoying the single life, Joani Peacock takes the stage to tell us about her adventures in the dating game at age 60! In this heartwarming video, Joani relates the ups and downs of her new experiences, proving that it's never too late for a fresh chapter in the story of love.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

How To End a Sh*tty Date with Darryl Smith Feb 06, 2024

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In this episode we catch up with, long-time storyteller Darryl Smith. Darryl shares a true story about a bad date from Story District's Worst Date Ever Contest. In this annual show, we take the sting out of dating to laugh at the absurdity of it all. Now, bad dates happen to good people and Darryl is no exception but this bad date really stinks.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

Wedding Crasher with Mel Harper Jan 30, 2024

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In this episode you'll meet Mel Harper. Mel shares a true story as part of Sucker for Love — Story District's annual Valentine's Day tradition of showcasing true stories about the triumphs and challenges of romance and relationships. It has been so popular that it was selected and performed as part of Top Shelf, our showcase of the best stories of the year. This is one for the books.

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

Man of My Dreams with Shifa Quraeshi Jan 23, 2024

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In this episode you'll meet Shifa Quraeshi who tells a true story about a date set up for her by her uncle. This guy really is a true stud that her uncle thinks is just perfect for her. Dating isn't easy, but this really could turn out to be her dream man. Listen in to find out!

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This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

The Protection of the Church Hat with Christian Richardson Dec 26, 2023

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In this episode, we feature another first-time storyteller. Christian Richardson tells a story from his memoir “Tales of A Black Gaysha”. In this one, after a painful experience he has at church, we meet his grandmother. Listen in on a story he calls The Protection of the Church Hat.

Story District's podcast brings you hilarious, heartfelt, and thought-provoking true stories told live on the Story District stage. Host Amy Saidman goes behind the scenes with the storytellers to hear more about what it takes to tell a great story.

In our third season, we bring you I Did It for the Story. All new episodes will feature true stories told live on the Story District stage and insights about storytelling from Host and Story District founding director, Amy Saidman.

Take a few moments to fill out our podcast survey here: https://form.jotform.com/241225432709149

Check us out on all social media platforms: @storydistrict

Join our mailing list: https://www.storydistrict.org/newsletter

Visit us at www.Storydistrict.org

Subscribe via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement

Christmas Wish with Derek Hills Dec 20, 2023

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In this episode, we feature one of our most seasoned storytellers. Derek Hills has been telling stories for many years and worn many hats as an integral part of the Story District community. I could not think of a better story to share during Christmas.

Take a few moments to fill out our podcast survey here: https://form.jotform.com/241225432709149

Check us out on all social media platforms: @storydistrict

Join our mailing list: https://www.storydistrict.org/newsletter

Visit us at www.Storydistrict.org

Subscribe via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

This podcast is produced by Christopher Lee and Amy Saidman.

Music by Graceful Movement