Stories from the Hearth
Produced by Susannah Cole and hosted by Mark Yaconelli, Stories of the Hearth features true stories from folks in Southern Oregon. The Hearth creators know that stories told in community can bridge divisions and offer new perspectives or understanding. Stories are told in safe settings where people feel empowered to share their experiences. Honest storytelling can be playful, evoking humorous self-recognition, delight, and gratitude for the pleasures of life.
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Turkish-American writer, director Evren Odcikin recounts his life's journey from his discovery of theater as a child in Turkey to meeting his future husband on Tinder.
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Helen's storytelling is an informative and entertaining art form that captivates audiences and delivers joy
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Stories from the Hearth: Kristy Laschober went to prison and now helps others not make the same mistakes.
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Fumiaki Tosu is the founder of an intentional community, Dandelion House, aimed at helping people in need and responding to social and climate issues.
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Ashland elementary school teacher, Molly McKissick traveled to Bangladesh to teach the small children of Rohingya refugees games to help them heal from the trauma in their lives.
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Stories from the Hearth: Ashland teacher and cyclist Wendy Werthaiser tells her story about life without sight.
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The Hearth, an Ashland-based nonprofit, has been encouraging such storytelling for years, and training people to do it better and help other people share stories.