Story Connection, Episode 11: Birdhouse in Your Soul

Story Connection, Episode 12: Look Ma, Normal

In this episode, Sally Scherer-Pinsley, who was born with mild cerebral palsy that affects the use of her right hand, tells an honest, unflinching story about facing discrimination in different phases of her life. She describes the struggle to be quote normal unquote and her journey to understanding internalized ableism. Thanks, as always, for listening. Listen to previous episodes. [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/s/storyconnection] Sign up to get early access to classes, shows, and events [https://story-connection.kit.com/d68b1e341f]. Get full access to Writing is Joy at writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Story Connection, Episode 11: Birdhouse in Your Soul

Today’s stories There are two sides to every story, but rarely do we get to see both. Today we get to go behind the curtain and hear intimate takes on a simple object that brought two people together. First up is Terry Casstevens’ story about a casual woodworking project that turned into a quest to engineer the perfect home for baby bluebirds. Then, Rachel Moon tells us about a promising first date that takes a turn when she learns about a nerdy hobby that might just be a dealbreaker. These stories remind us that our first judgments don’t always reflect the truth. Also, they will change the way you think of birdhouses forever. Thanks, as always, for listening. Listen to previous episodes. [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/s/storyconnection] Sign up to get early access to classes, shows, and events [https://story-connection.kit.com/d68b1e341f]. Get full access to Writing is Joy at writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Story Connection, Episode 10: Dating in the Wild

Today’s stories come from the wild and weird trenches of dating. The first, from Julia F. Green, is about a pencil-hating writer’s search for love. Then, Story Connection alum Victoria Ting returns to the stage and the podcast to tell us about a date at the cemetery where her grandparents are here. Listen to previous episodes. [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/s/storyconnection] Sign up to get early access to classes, shows, and events [https://story-connection.kit.com/d68b1e341f]. Get full access to Writing is Joy at writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Story Connection, Episode 9: Fake It Till You Make It

Today’s stories Today we have two stories about what happens when you pretend to be somebody else. In the first, Hope Wilder describes the thrill of bringing her cosplay skills to a fraternity-sponsored pageant. In the second, forging signatures helps Gena Gerstner discover who she really is. Listen to previous episodes. [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/s/storyconnection] Sign up to get early access to classes, shows, and events [https://story-connection.kit.com/d68b1e341f]. Storytelling classes: October 28 in Durham [https://secure.rec1.com/NC/durham-arts-council-nc/catalog/index/c25dd0efb9a05f41532dbaa6d2735034?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZjYXRlZ29yeSU1QjMwMTg2JTVEPTEmZGF5c09mVGhlV2VlayU1QjElNUQ9MQ==]; September 25 [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/theartscenter/shop/activities/6092899] in Carrboro. Get full access to Writing is Joy at writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Story Connection, Episode 8: At the Crossroads

Today’s stories Today, we bring you two stories about being at a crossroads. In the first , Shannon O’Connor describes the joy and sadness of caring for her father in the last weeks of his life. In the second, a chance sidewalk encounter in New York City helps Delia Quigley find her true path. Listen to previous episodes. [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/s/storyconnection] Sign up to get early access to classes, shows, and events [https://story-connection.kit.com/d68b1e341f]. Fall storytelling classes kick off on September 2nd with our new class in Durham [https://secure.rec1.com/NC/durham-arts-council-nc/catalog/index/c25dd0efb9a05f41532dbaa6d2735034?filter=c2VhcmNoPSZjYXRlZ29yeSU1QjMwMTg2JTVEPTEmZGF5c09mVGhlV2VlayU1QjElNUQ9MQ==]. Registration closes soon, so sign up now! And if you’re more a Carrboro type, class begins at the Artscenter on September 25th. [https://app.amilia.com/store/en/theartscenter/shop/activities/6092899] Get full access to Writing is Joy at writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe [https://writingisjoy.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]