
Stories of the human heart. A candid, unscripted conversation between two people about what's really important in life: love, loss, family, friendship. When the world seems out of hand, tune in to StoryCorps and be reminded of the things that matter most.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 61 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

In the final battle of the Vietnam War–the Mayaguez Incident– three Marines were left behind on a remote island, and they were never heard from again. Cary Turner dedicated his life to finding out what happened to one of those men— his cousin, Lance ... more
There’s no easy part of being a mom— from giving birth, to preparing your kids to one day walk out the door. We dug into our archive to find stories about moms bringing their kids into the world, and stories about letting them go.
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A free haircut, a friendly conversation, a patient ear: Kind gestures won’t solve your problems, but they can make them easier to bear. We found stories about little acts of kindness that helped someone through trying times.
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Nuclear war might seem abstract, lingering in the back of the mind only as a distant possibility. But some remember when it seemed like a certainty. We dug through the StoryCorps archive to find people who worked with nuclear weapons — and know how c... more
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As to why they record people’s stories for this show is beyond me because in a 15min ep includes ~maybe~ 60 whole seconds of actual recording. Just make it a host-read story show and dont bother recording the ppl the story is about. It’s like host-splaining instead of man-splaining
Now more than ever we need these beautiful stories of humanity.
StoryCorps is the most human show I know
Thank you for providing beautiful stories in such difficult times.
Stories from beautiful people about beautiful people.
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This podcast captures heartfelt, candid conversations showcasing human experiences centered on love, loss, family, and friendship. Each episode features individuals sharing their personal stories, often highlighting the resilience of human connections in the face of adversity. The narratives are built around unique themes, such as the significance of family legacy, the immigrant experience, or coping with personal tragedies. This creates an emotional tapestry that resonates deeply with listeners and emphasizes the power of storytelling in understanding our shared humanity. Notably, the format encourages audience engagement, fostering a sense of community among listeners who value authentic storytelling.
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StoryCorps launched 19 years ago and published 61 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on StoryCorps include:
1. Marla Wendell
2. Regina Collins
3. Jonah Collins Simpson
4. Mary Moran Murphy
5. Susan Mello Souza
6. Calandra Revering
7. Donovan Harris
8. Paul Crowley
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