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Stories from a Stranger

HigherGround
Love
Stories From A Stranger
Hunter Prosper
Empathy
Foster Care
Grief
Trauma
Soulmate
Sally Froehlich
Christie
Siblings
Grandparents
New York, United States
New York City
Parenting
Parental Relationships
Vietnam
Marriage
Akeem
London, United Kingdom

“Every stranger has a story.” This is what Hunter Prosper realized when he began posting man-on-the-street interviews with real-life strangers to his social media accounts.

Hunter’s genuine connection with strangers and emotional interview moments quickly captured viewers' hearts across multiple platforms and a New York Times Best Selling book. Now, Hunter is expanding his social media series int... more

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Latest Episodes

Hunter interviews four powerful women about their relationships with their mothers and their experiences as mothers themselves.

Meet this episode's strangers:

- Rosabella was adopted from Ukraine by a single mother and raised in Los Angeles. Her ad... more

Hunter speaks with four strangers who recount their stories of falling in love with their soulmates.

Meet this episode's strangers:

- Marylou and Arthur met in New York City in the 80s after they'd both been recently dumped. At first, it seemed lik... more

Hunter talks to three strangers who were brought to the brink of death, only to be given a second chance at life.

Meet this episode's strangers:

- David recounts his close relationship with his mother, whom he sadly lost recently. It's a loss that ... more

Hunter meets with three individuals who had less than ideal relationships with the people who raised them and discusses how those relationships have shaped their adult lives.

Meet this episode's strangers:

- Latoya shares the story of a distant fat... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Lou
Mary Lou, paired with Arthur, shared their origin story and the moment they realized they were meant for each other.
Episode: S E8: Meeting Your Soulmate Feels Like Coming Home
Art Peraza
Vietnam War veteran who recounts trauma, recovery, and post-diagnosis life
Episode: S E7: A Second Chance on Life
Karan Bhatta
Organ transplant recipient who describes his journey and outlook after a liver transplant
Episode: S E7: A Second Chance on Life
Gil Roth
Interviewer and writer reflecting on friendship loss and life's meaning
Episode: S E5: Our Spirits Are Stronger Than Our Bodies
Lisa Marie
Guest who shares experiences growing up in foster care and as a young mother
Episode: S E4: Difficult Upbringings
Heather Davai
Dancer and cancer survivor sharing her story of love and transformation
Independent artist / NHS worker in London
Episode: S E3: Using Pain as Inspiration
Ismael Dabba
Partner who describes meeting Heather and how their relationship evolved
Private individual / couple featured in the story
Episode: S E3: Using Pain as Inspiration
Sally Froehlich
Artist and storyteller who discusses her late husband Joe Froelich and family life
Individual interviewee
Episode: S E1: Love Throughout Your Life
Tish Draws
Comic artist who describes meeting her husband Akeem through online art engagement
Independent creator
Episode: S E1: Love Throughout Your Life

Host

Hunter Prosper
Host of the show, conducting intimate interviews with strangers and curating anonymized confessions to frame human stories.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 132 ratings
  • Thinking

    I listen while i walk and makes me think how blessed i am to have a beautiful life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SandyLBCB
    United States19 days ago
  • Always touching.

    Always inspirational, touching and powerful. Not always easy, but always worth it. A wonderful glimpse into reality and humanity. Love this and what a great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    martincmao
    United Kingdom22 days ago
  • MORE PLEASE

    This is the best podcast I’ve ever heard. What do you need, Hunter? Sponsors? Volunteers? Whatever you need I’m in.. This is magnificently human and beautifully spiritual. Thank you so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theothesonghound
    United States25 days ago
  • A gem

    So grateful I found this gem. I needed to hear these stories, nice to remember we are all in this one life and hearing their stories drives that home. We all are living Life. I hope there are many more to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eevee's gramma
    United Statesa month ago
  • Real people

    Refreshing that this is life stories from genuine, average, normal folk xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dorothy desteunder
    United Kingdoma month ago

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Listeners highlight the show's humanity and intimate storytelling as a standout.
Some feel the pacing or depth varies by episode, wishing for more spontaneity in conversations.
Many appreciate uplifting yet relatable stories, especially featuring older guests and caregiving perspectives.
Fans enjoy a warm, empathetic tone that stands out in a crowded narrative space.
Audience members often mention feeling moved by resilience and authentic confessions.

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S E8: Meeting Your Soulmate Feels Like Coming Home
Q: What does it feel like to have loved each other for so long?
The couple expresses that lasting love feels like home, with emotional safety, calm, and a sense of not needing to pretend, which enables open communication and deep vulnerability.
S E5: Our Spirits Are Stronger Than Our Bodies
Q: What's your name?
Sherry, and it's a pleasure to meet you. I've learned to keep moving forward and to tell my story.
S E5: Our Spirits Are Stronger Than Our Bodies
Q: Is there someone you still think about?
Yes, I think about the friends I've lost, especially a close friend named Tom, and I've sought connection with his circle to process the loss rather than carry it alone.
S E4: Difficult Upbringings
Q: How did you find the strength to keep going after foster care and early motherhood?
Through enduring rituals of resilience like writing, building a chosen family in the shelter, and learning to see my past as a part of my identity rather than a defining limitation. My daughter's questions and the small moments of support helped me redefine strength as growth, empathy, and the ability to care for others.
S E4: Difficult Upbringings
Q: What's the most painful thing you've been told?
Being told I had to go into foster care and being separated from my brother, which altered our lives and created enduring memory gaps. I describe how that moment set off a long process of grief, adaptation, and learning to trust again.

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Stories from a Stranger centers on deeply personal, human-centered conversations drawn from real people and anonymous confessions. Episodes weave intimate interviews about life-altering illness, grief, resilience, love, parenting hardships, and intergenerational memory, often pairing a diverse roster of guests with anonymous voices to illuminate shared humanity. A notable strength is its emphasis on vulnerability and storytelling as a catalyst for empathy, with episodes spanning health journeys, creative reinventions after trauma, and interwoven confessional segments. This mix makes it helpful for listeners seeking authentic narratives and for potential guests who want to share meaningful, relatable experiences with a broad audience.

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Recent guests on Stories from a Stranger include:

1. Mary Lou
2. Art Peraza
3. Karan Bhatta
4. Gil Roth
5. Lisa Marie
6. Heather Davai
7. Ismael Dabba
8. Sally Froehlich

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