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# Tell Us Something

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- [Aristotle, Dolly Parton, and the Pursuit of True Happiness](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/09/03/aristotle-dolly-parton-and-the-pursuit-of-true-happiness/) - Reading time: about 5 minutes The soundtrack for this month’s newsletter comes to us via David Meiklejohn’s record label Ghostly International. Alternatively, you can listen to BMIR (The voice of The Man, the voice of Black Rock City), and be glad you’re not dusty. This month’s upcoming Tell Us Something event has me thinking quite
- [What is lasting happiness, anyway?](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/08/05/what-is-lasting-happiness-anyway/) - Stories have a way of opening our minds, softening our hearts, and bringing us together. This month I continue exploring the question of what happiness is, invite you to share your own "Pursuit of Happiness" story, remind you of the upcoming opportunities to support Tell Us Something and highlight celebrating local Indigenous Pow Wows. In
- [Pitch Your "Pursuit of Happiness" Story, Lost & Found plus, New Artwork!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/07/13/pitch-your-pursuit-of-happiness-story-lost-found-plus-new-artwork/) - Reading time: about 6 minutes Here’s a song that can be the soundtrack to this month’s newsletter. Happy summer, y’all. I am so happy that we have so far avoided significant smoke this year. Happy. Did you hear me say it? Yeah, I’m happy. I’ve been thinking a lot about happiness recently as we begin
- [Behind the scenes of "The Power of Place"](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/06/05/behind-the-scenes-of-the-power-of-place/) - Reading time, about 3 minutes 30 seconds. This month in the newsletter: The countdown is on for Tell Us Something’s "The Power of Place" live event at Bonner Park Bandshell on June 16th! This newsletter gives a sneak peek at the incredible lineup of storytellers sharing raw, powerful truths, shouts out the local sponsors making
- [Missoula in Bloom & The Power of Place: May Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/05/06/missoula-in-bloom-the-power-of-place-may-newsletter/) - It is my favorite time of year in Missoula. The air is sweet with the fragrance of lilacs, mock orange and fresh earth. Graduation is right around the corner and it’s high season for free things left behind in the alleys of the University District. The shooting stars are popping up on Waterworks Hill, along
- [March News: Happy Birthday to the Executive Director, Save the Date for Missoula Gives, Call for Storytellers](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/03/12/march-news-happy-birthday-to-the-executive-director-save-the-date-for-missoula-gives-call-for-storytellers/) - This has been the mildest winter that I can remember in Missoula. Already, Joyce has planted the start in the greenhouse. With the potential for a winter storm this weekend, we haven't quite put the snowshovels away, and I don't think I've shoveled more than 2 or 3 times this season. I've been grateful for
- [The Storyteller’s Dispatch: Grant Announcements, Call for Storytellers, Can’t Drink Salt Water](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/02/12/the-storytellers-dispatch-grant-announcements-call-for-storytellers-cant-drink-salt-water/) - Fall in love with the power of community! This Valentine's Day, we’re celebrating the heartbeat of Tell Us Something: the raw, true, and personal stories that connect us all. We’re grateful to you all for continuing to share your stories, continuing to show up to listen to your community share stories, and, well, for just
- [January 2026 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2026/01/13/22573/) - Winter Reflections: Making Gratitude Actionable These not-so-cold winter months (this year) in the Missoula Valley, I'm thinking about the upcoming Tell Us Something live event. (You know there is an event next week, right? RIGHT? And you have your tickets, right? You can get them here.) And when I plan for a Tell Us Something event,
- [Call for Stories, Volunteers, & Sponsors: Help Us Reach Our 15th Season!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2025/12/11/22558/) - 5-minute read Our 15th Anniversary Season is Coming! 2026 marks our incredible 15th Anniversary! We are excited to bring you another full season of local, live, true personal storytelling, creating essential connection and compassion right here in Missoula. This major milestone is only possible because of the amazing community that supports us. We need you to
- [](https://www.tellussomething.org/2025/11/03/poop-ologists-peruvian-mysteries-and-terrified-chickens-a-recap-of-walk-on-the-wild-side/) - ???? November News from Tell Us Something As the colorful leaves of autumn settle, there's a feeling of reflection and cozy gratitude that comes with the season. Here at Tell Us Something, we're taking a moment to appreciate the warmth and generosity of our community, especially after a fantastic October! ???? A Big Thank You
- [Relive the Lost & Found Magic ????, Plus: October Theme Vote & Volunteer Opportunities](https://www.tellussomething.org/2025/07/10/newsletter-july2025/) - Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for the "Lost and Found" storytelling event on June 30, 2025, at Ogren Park Allegiance Field. Your presence and enthusiastic participation truly made the evening a memorable celebration of shared stories and human connection! We hope you left feeling the magic and inspiration that we
- [Recap: A Night of Incredible "Never Again" Stories, Podcast News, Call for Storytellers and More](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/10/03/2024-oct-newsletter/) - As the days grow shorter, and the squirrels are hoarding away the sunflower seeds for their winter snacks, I’ve been enjoying strolling along Rattlesnake Creek on a sunny temperate afternoon. I look forward to gathering bonfires to enjoy the warmth and camaraderie of autumn. It's a time to slow down, appreciate the beauty of nature,
- [Call for Storytellers, Pay What You Want Event, June Event Recap and More](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/07/08/call-for-storytellers-pay-what-you-want-event-june-event-recap-and-more/) - Storytellers Wanted! It’s that time again when you have your opportunity to share your story with the Missoula community. Storytellers are paid for sharing their stories and receive story coaching from Tell Us Something staff. Got a story to share? We want to hear it! Theme: "Never Again" Share a story of overcoming adversity &
- [Pride Month Stories: Grab Your Tickets for Tell Us Something! Plus! INBC NA Beer Collaboration](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/05/30/pride-month-stories-grab-your-tickets-for-tell-us-something-plus-inbc-na-beer-collaboration/) - In the June 2024 edition of the Tell Us Something newsletter, Executive Director Marc Moss remembers the Missoula Pride/ Tell Us Something collaboration from last year. Keep reading to learn about the next Story Jam and the Imagine Nation Brewing Company/Tell Us Something collaborative NA Beer and check out what our storytelling alumni are up
- [Missoula Pride & Tell Us Something: Stories of Acceptance & Belonging - May Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/05/07/2024-may-newsletter/) - Reading time: about 2 minutes Get tickets Storytellers are selected and we are beginning the storytelling workshopping process. This Pride Month, join us for an unforgettable evening of stories that explore the true meaning of "Going Home." Missoula Pride and Tell Us Something are teaming up to bring you a night of powerful personal narratives,
- [Call for Storytellers on the theme "Going Home", March Recap, Get Tickets and Alumni Spotlight](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/04/08/call-for-storytellers-on-the-theme-going-home-march-recap-get-tickets-and-alumni-spotlight/) - 5 minute read March Recap Wow, those stories were a rollercoaster of emotions, weren't they? Each one took us on a thrilling ride with a surprising twist. If you were there, thank you for joining us for the thrilling mix of adventure, resilience, and the vulnerable, tender stories that we shared in March. We look
- [Spring Awakening: Dive into Live Storytelling on March 26!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/03/06/spring-awakening-dive-into-live-storytelling-on-march-26/) - 3 minute read. As the snow continues to melt, the arrival of spring is just around the corner! With the receding snow, the landscape begins to awaken, heralding the return of light and warmth. I don’t know about you, I am ready for some more daylight! Sooner than we think, the Arrowleaf Balsamroot will be
- [Storytelling on the Edge: Share Your Moment & Win Tickets!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/02/05/storytelling-on-the-edge-share-your-moment-win-tickets/) - February can be a tough month in Missoula Gray skies, blustery wind, unpredictable weather. In the dead of winter, a harbinger of spring for me is always my favorite Missoula event. Well, besides Tell Us Something, of course! The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is where I met many of my friends when I first
- [Join Us as a Storyteller or Board Member!  + Free Tickets! - January 2024 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2024/01/06/join-us-as-a-storyteller-or-board-member-free-tickets-january-2024-newsletter/) - Share your story! Pitch your "Close to the Edge" story by calling 406-203-4683 If you’d like to share your story on the Tell Us Something stage, the next opportunity to do so is March 26th, 2024. The theme is “Close to the Edge”. You can call 406-203-4683 to leave your 3-minute pitch that includes the
- [ANNOUNCING Tickets for March 2024! Plus, December Live Event Recap✨](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/12/16/announcing-tickets-for-march-2024-plus-december-live-event-recap✨/) - Thank you for celebrating community and live storytelling with us in 2023. I am so overwhelmed by the incredible year that we have shared together. I am full of gratitude most recently for those who were in the room at our most recent Tell Us Something live storytelling event at The Wilma. The Kindness of
- [Gearing up for the December Show -- plus! Child Care!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/11/06/gearing-up-for-the-december-show-plus-child-care/) - Storyteller selection has taken place! Storytellers are working hard on their stories and we can’t wait to share them with you! All you have to do is get your ticket! Well, what are you waiting for? Smash that button! Announcing! On site child care! We are so excited to be partnering with Spark! to provide
- [Call for Kindness of Strangers Stories, New Podcast Episode and Lost in Translation Photos](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/10/05/call-for-kindness-of-strangers-stories-new-podcast-episode-and-lost-in-translation-photos/) - Call for stories We are currently accepting story pitches for the next live storytelling event. The theme is “The Kindness of Strangers”. If you would like to be considered to share your story, call the pitchline to leave your pitch: 406-203-4683. You have 3 minutes to leave your pitch. Please include the beginning, middle, and
- [Ticket Giveaway, new Podcast Episode and Final Call for Storytellers - August Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/08/01/ticket-giveaway-new-podcast-episode-and-final-call-for-storytellers-august-newsletter/) - Ticket Giveaway Contest Posters for the next event are going up in the coming weeks and they look fantastic! Our friends over at Bear River Studios designed the poster and we are so excited to get them up around town. When you see a poster in town, take a selfie and post it to Instagram.
- [Recap of the Missoula Pride Event Call for Storytellers, and a Free Show!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/07/06/call-for-storytellers-recap-of-the-missoula-pride-event-and-a-free-show/) - Missoula Pride "Neighbors" Live Storytelling Event Recap We were so excited to partner with Missoula Pride for our recent event on the theme of "Neighbors." Eight storytellers shared their true personal stories without notes, and it was a powerful and moving evening. We heard stories about coming out, finding acceptance, and building community. We also
- [Missoula Gives Follow up and June's "Neighbors" Live Storytelling Event](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/05/30/missoula-gives-follow-up-and-junes-neighbors-live-storytelling-event/) - Thank you for your support during Missoula Gives! I am writing to share the exciting results of Missoula Gives! We raised an incredible $4,980.00 from 67 donors. This is a testament to the generosity and support of our community. I am so proud of what we have accomplished together. Thank you for being a part
- [2023 May Newsletter -  Missoula Gives and Call for Storytellers](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/05/04/2023-may-newsletter-missoula-gives-and-call-for-storytellers/) - This year, we need your support more than ever Missoula Gives is a 2-day online giving event that takes place on May 4th and 5th. This year, Tell Us Something is participating in Missoula Gives and we hope you will join us! Thank you for having donated to Tell Us Something in the past!
- [March Event Wrap-Up, Podcast News, Call for Storytellers and Missoula Gives](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/04/17/march-event-wrap-up-podcast-news-call-for-storytellers-and-missoula-gives/) - Save the date! Missoula Gives is right around the corner. We are hoping to reach enough donors to become sustainable. We are defining sustainability as being able to pay off our Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), and having 2 months' worth of operating expenses in the bank. We incurred the EIDL as a result of
- [March Newsletter - The First Time Live Event at The Dennison](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/04/13/march-newsletter-the-first-time-live-event-at-the-dennison/) - Are you ready? The next Tell Us Something event is March 30. Do you have your tickets? 8 storytellers. 8 first times. You know how we say “all ages welcome”? Yes. It’s true. It’s also true when we say that “Tell Us Something has adult themes and storytellers use adult language”. If Tell Us Something
- [2023 February Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/04/12/2023-february-newsletter/) - Membership Opportunities, Call For Storytellers, Tickets On Sale & Story Jam! BECOME A MEMBER! You already know the importance of Tell Us Something. Here is a chance to directly support us and help us become sustainable. We are defining sustainability as having enough revenue to maintain two months' expenses in the bank while meeting all
- [January 2023 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2023/01/07/january-2023-newsletter/) - CALL FOR STORYTELLERS! It’s *your* turn to share your story! THEME: “The First Time” WHAT: Call for stories for the live storytelling event: Tell Us Something - Theme: “The First Time” WHEN: Thursday, March 30, 2023 WHERE: The Dennison Theatre PITCH DEADLINE: February 20, 2023 REQUIRED Group Workshop: March 18, 2023 PITCH LINE: 406-203-4683 You have 3
- [It's the Little Things Photo Gallery](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/12/29/its-the-little-things-photo-gallery/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on December 15, 2022. Eight storytellers shared their true personal stories without notes on the theme “It’s the Little Things”. [click the arrow to the right of the photo to cycle through all of the photos] ???? kmr studios
- [CALL FOR STORYTELLERS! Theme: "The First Time"](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/12/27/call-for-storytellers-theme-the-first-time/) - What 'Chu Got? FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WHAT: Call for stories for the live storytelling event: Tell Us Something - Theme: “The First Time” WHEN: March 30, 2023 WHERE: The Dennison Theatre PITCH DEADLINE: February 20, 2023 REQUIRED Group Workshop: March 18, 2023 PITCH LINE: 406-203-4683 DETAILS: Tell Us Something is calling for *YOU* to
- [2022 End-of-Year Wrap Up](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/12/19/2022-end-of-year-wrap-up/) - As we conclude 2022 together, we are excited to share that Tell Us Something is officially a 501(c)3 non-profit organization! It has been a long journey. Tell Us Something started as a passion project for our Executive Director, Marc Moss 11 years ago. So many people have opened their hearts and told stories, wonderful groups
- [Tell Us Something is in 15 days! Do you have your tickets? ????](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/12/01/tell-us-something-is-in-15-days-do-you-have-your-tickets-🎟/) - OMG! Tell Us Something is in 15 days! If you don’t have your ticket, don’t wait ‘till the last minute to get them! Proudly featuring Do Tell! Imagine Nation Brewing Company collaborated with Tell Us Something on a beer to benefit Tell Us Something. They bring to you this light crisp sparkling ale, “Do
- [Final Call for Storytellers • The Art of Tell Us Something • Drink Beer with Us! November Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/11/10/final-call-for-storytellers-the-art-of-tell-us-something-drink-beer-with-us-november-newsletter/) - LAST CALL! We want to hear your stories on the theme “It’s the Little Things” (remember - storytellers are [financially] compensated for sharing their stories and work with a story coach and peers to refine their stories) Call 406-203-4683 to pitch your story. Our Deaf friends can pitch by sending an email to marc@tellussomething.org. [the
- ["Letting Go" Recap, Call for Storytellers and the Return to The Wilma](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/10/06/letting-go-recap-call-for-storytellers-and-the-return-to-the-wilma/) - Thank you! Thank you to everyone who came out to support live storytelling in Missoula at The Dennison on September 27. What an experience. Your presence. Your energy. Wow! Thank you. and the storytellers? As always, they brought it! Thank you to *ALL* of our storytellers. And you know what was cool, for me, about
- [Education and Performance News, WE GOT OUR 501(c)3! and Ticketing Information](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/08/08/education-and-performance-news-we-got-our-501c3-and-ticketing-information/) - How's your summer going? I hope it's been full of memory-making, stories shared, adventure and joy. I for one, am grateful for the mild days, the clear blue skies, and the return to events. There is a lot to share this month, and reading should take about 4 minutes. Creative Pulse Residency Tell Us Something
- ["Didn't See That Coming" photos, Call for Storytellers, a Free Event and More!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/07/06/didnt-see-that-coming-photos-call-for-storytellers-a-free-event-and-more/) - Thank you to all of our storytellers and listeners on June 27! 7 storytellers shared their true personal stories on the theme "Didn't See That Coming!". Thank you to all who attended and listened so openly. EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO SHARE A STORY and we're looking for storytellers! YOU ARE INVITED TO SHARE YOUR STORY!
- [Get Your Tickets Before They're Gone: June Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/06/01/get-your-tickets-before-theyre-gone-june-newsletter/) - THANK YOU! 67 Donors raised $6,627 to support live storytelling in Missoula! You know the transformative power of words that can bring a group of strangers together. A few words can bring an audience to tears or uncontrollable laughter. Thank you are simple words and are inadequate to express our gratitude. Donations ensure that we
- [Say YES! to Tell Us Something (May 2022 Newsletter)](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/05/02/2022maynewsletter/) - Please support Tell Us Something during the Missoula Gives event! Your donation is a “yes” to stories and for our community. It’s a “yes” to the magic of someone going on stage and bringing our community together. It’s a “yes” for acknowledging there is so much that ties us all together and a story
- [Incentives to Donate During Missoula Gives 2022](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/04/28/incentives-to-donate-during-missoula-gives-2022/) - Besides your love for Tell Us Something, why should you donate during Missoula Gives? Incentives! We have many exciting incentives to encourage your generosity, including: • The chance to win season tickets to the remaining Tell Us Something events in 2022 • Exclusive storytelling workshop opportunities for you and your friends • Exclusive storytelling workshop
- [April Newsletter - "Stone Soup" Live Event Review and Photos, Call for Storytellers and June Live Event](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/04/05/april-newsletter-stone-soup-live-event-review-and-photos-call-for-storytellers-and-june-live-event/) - “Stone Soup” Photo Gallery Thank you to all of the storytellers, the ASL interpreters, the sponsors and *YOU* who joined us live at The Wilma Wednesday, March 30, 2022, for “Stone Soup” stories! We decided to try a “black box” look and leave the curtains open. We thought it was a great look! What did
- [Meet the Board, Listen to new Podcast Episodes and Get Tickets to "Stone Soup"](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/03/21/meet-the-board-listen-to-new-podcast-episodes-and-get-tickets-to-stone-soup/) - Happy Spring! I'm really looking forward to the first indoor in-person Tell Us Something live storytelling event since 2020! We've got 7 excellent storytellers lined up, along with a few surprises. Ticket sales have already been steady, so you won't want to wait to get your tickets. Meet the Board of Tell Us Something The
- [Thoughts on the Return to Live In-Person Indoor Storytelling Events](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/02/04/thoughts-on-the-return-to-live-in-person-indoor-storytelling-events/) - Every day I check the COVID statistics for Missoula County. Missoulians are slowly getting vaccinated. In August 2021, when we had our last event, which was outdoors, 62% of Missoula County was vaccinated. The current numbers are: Population Eligible for Vaccination: 115,881 Number Fully Immunized: 75,296 Percentage of Eligible Population Fully Vaccinated: 65% I
- [February 2022 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/02/01/february-2022-newsletter/) - Call for storytellers! There are only 7 days remaining to submit your story pitch for consideration in the March 30 live in-person event at The Wilma! Storytellers are paid a stipend and work with Tell Us Something story coach Marc Moss to develop and hone their story. Call the pitch line today! 406-203-4683 Our friends
- [January 2022 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2022/01/14/january-2022-newsletter/) - CALL FOR STORYTELLERS! In our return to live in-person events, we need storytellers! THEME: STONE SOUP CALL TO PITCH YOUR STORY: 406-203-4683 PITCH DEADLINE: February 7, 2022. REQUIRED group workshop March 17, 2022 We are so excited to be returning to in-person storytelling events this year! Help us make 2022 a great
- [December 2021 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/12/07/december-2021-newsletter/) - Happy Winter! Just announced: weekly drop-in storytelling workshop! New episodes of the podcast are in the works. The attorney has submitted the bylaws and Tell Us Something programming committee is thinking about live in-person events in 2022. As we prepare to gather together with family, chosen family and friends during this holiday season, there will
- [November Tell Us Something Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/11/02/november-tell-us-something-newsletter/) - Tell Us Something Bylaws Ratified! The Tell Us Something Board of Directors had our first official meeting on Saturday, October 30, 2021. We were able to knock out all of the agenda items in 90 minutes including: 1. Adopted bylaws and articles 2. Reviewed board onboarding packet together 3. Determined terms for all board members
- [October Tell Us Something Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/10/01/october-tell-us-something-newsletter/) - The larches are turning, the maples are red. Fall is here! I hope you’ve been able to get outside and enjoy the beautiful colors and gorgeous weather! In last month’s newsletter, I highlighted a little about the live in-person storytelling event in August. I also shared with you some of the information that the survey
- [September News - In-Person Storytelling Event Review](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/08/31/september-news-in-person-storytelling-event-review/) - Happy Fall! As the smoke clears out of the valley and temperatures drop, I am remembering what a lovely evening we had out at Bonner Park Bandshell last month. If you missed it, be sure to subscribe to the Tell Us Something podcast so that you can hear all of the stories from that night.
- [SOLD OUT "Forward to Better" Live in-Person Storytelling Evening](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/08/09/sold-out-forward-to-better-live-in-person-storytelling-evening/) - Guest seating will begin at 6 PM. Seating is 1st come 1st served and is general admission. Please plan to come early and get settled in. Storytelling will begin at 7 PM. The event will take place at Bonner Park Bandshell. 1600 Ronald Avenue, Missoula, MT 59801 As always, we are taking
- [In-Person Live Storytelling Event Announced! "Forward to Better"](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/07/12/in-person-live-storytelling-event-announced-forward-to-better/) - GET YOUR TICKETS FOR A LIVE IN-PERSON TELL US SOMETHING! We are so excited to be able to return to in-person live storytelling. Seating is limited, so get your tickets now! CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS
- [The Next Live Event and Board Recruitment News](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/05/23/the-next-live-event-and-board-recruitment-news/) - As I wrote thank you cards to donors who supported Tell Us Something during Missoula Gives, I was overcome with gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community to keep Tell Us Something going. 80 donors gave a combined total of $5,561 to Tell Us Something during this year’s Missoula Gives. THANK YOU! Altogether,
- [May Newsletter - Watch the New Podcast and Donate During Missoula Gives](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/05/03/may-newsletter-watch-the-new-podcast-and-donate-during-missoula-gives/) - Missoula Gives is a way to celebrate our community and giving back to the nonprofits that make Missoula special. Financial stability is essential to the strength of an organization and your generous gift during Missoula Gives will help Tell Us Something keep the lights on during the pandemic so that when we can return to
- [April 2021 Newsletter: Vaccinations, Cheddarboard and the return of the podcast](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/04/07/april-2021-newsletter-vaccinations-cheddarboard-and-the-return-of-the-podcast/) - April: Spring is here! reading time: 2 minutes The only side effect that I experienced after getting my vaccination shot was one of euphoria. This past year has been hard for all of us. When I made my appointment for my first shot, I was grateful, excited, nervous (I hate needles) hopeful. The side effect
- [March 2021 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/03/15/march-2021-newsletter/) - Spring is here! Some of the things that have happened since I last checked in: I turned 50 I collaborated with Heather Adams, Elijah Fisher and Shenoah Curleywildshoe on a dramatic reading of an Amanda Gorman poem for Spark! Arts Ignite Learning Missoula Check out that video here: Marc Moss & Heather Adams // Dramatic
- [February 2021 Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/02/20/februarynewsletter/) - Reading time: 2 minutes February. It’s a month that, in Missoula, I always look forward to. To me, February feels like the midway point of winter. February is also the month in which my favorite non-Tell Us Something event takes place: the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. An entire week of storytelling on film.
- [January Newsletter - 2020 Year in Review](https://www.tellussomething.org/2021/01/07/january-newsletter-2020-year-in-review/) - Thank you for your support in 2020! Happy New Year! This month’s newsletter is a short one. Thank you to everyone who supported Tell Us Something during the most difficult year in our lifetimes. Thank you to the storytellers, to those who attended the live streams, our sponsors, and to those who donated to help
- [Give during GivingTuesday & sign up for the Winter Workshop](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/12/01/give-during-givingtuesday-sign-up-for-the-winter-workshop/) - It is Giving Tuesday on December 1, 2020! It’s been a tough year for performances, and Tell Us Something has embraced the opportunity to experiment with different ways for people to share stories. I am so grateful to those who have shared their stories via the new storyteller conversations in the Meet the Storytellers of
- [Winter Storytelling Workshop Signup, Free Streaming Storytelling Event &  Podcast Reflections](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/11/07/winter-storytelling-workshop-signup-free-streaming-storytelling-event-podcast-reflections/) - Winter is Coming. So is a Winter-Long Storytelling Workshop. As we prepare to buckle down for winter, thoughts turn to self-care and mental and emotional health during the dark hours. Storytelling brings health, well-being, and hope. To that end, Tell Us Something will be hosting a weekly storytelling gathering this winter! This workshop is for
- [October Storytelling News - Reflection and an Invitation to Listen](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/10/08/october-storytelling-news-reflection-and-an-invitation-to-listen/) - In the absence of something, we have time to reflect on it. This summer I’ve been thinking a lot about authentic personal storytelling. I miss gathering with you to share stories in person. Peoples’ stories transcend the realities of life while at the same time celebrating those realities. Tell Us Something believes in the power
- [The Stories of Summer](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/09/04/the-stories-of-summer/) - Summer is coming to a close here in Montana, and we have a lot of reasons to be grateful. After the late winter and early spring lockdown during the pandemic, we’ve had the opportunity to get outside, explore our mountains, rivers, forests, and soak up the sunshine. Wildfire season has been mercifully mild in terms
- [Announcing the Next Live Storytelling Event!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/08/11/announcing-the-next-live-storytelling-event/) - GET. YOUR. TICKETS. ANNOUNCING THE NEXT LIVE SHOW! We are live streaming 6 storytellers sharing their true personal stories. The theme is a little looser than usual this time: “Come as You Are”. We are proud to feature storytellers who were engaged in an intensive week-long storytelling workshop. This event will feature ASL interpreters to
- [A New Angle Interview](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/07/20/marcmoss-interview/) - It was spring of 2019 when I sat down with Justin Angle for an interview. Here it is. --Marc
- [Tell Us Something Summer Camp updates, New Intensive Workshop Signups and Podcast News](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/07/11/julynewsletter/) - RESERVE YOUR SPOT! DEADLINE: JULY 21! Remember to sign up for the Storytelling Intensive Workshop this summer! If you've always wanted to discover your story and learn how to perform it, this workshop is for you! The workshop will meet via Zoom on Tuesday evenings 5:30PM-7PM for 5 consecutive Tuesdays: July 28, August 4, August
- [Summer Tell Us Something Updates](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/06/24/summer-tell-us-something-updates/) - I hope that you are doing as well as can be expected during these strange times. Sometimes I don't even know how to process how I'm feeling, sometimes I am full of optimism, sometimes I am full of despair. I have been using this time to listen, to reflect, and to learn. What I
- [Thank You to Everyone Who Donated During Missoula Gives!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/05/12/thank-you-to-everyone-who-donated-during-missoula-gives/) - Thanks to record-breaking community support, we had our most successful Missoula Gives ever! The generosity of 100 donors raised $5,505 for Tell Us Something during Missoula Gives 2020. These funds will help offset some of the losses we incurred as a result of canceling 6 of our in-person events so far this year. Already we
- [Announcing New Free and Pay What You Can Storytelling Workshops](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/05/05/announcing-new-free-and-pay-what-you-can-storytelling-workshops/) - Announcing Free and Pay What You Can Storytelling Workshops This month we have two storytelling intensive workshops available. Workshop #1 meets NEXT WEEK, May 11-15, Monday - Friday, 1 PM-3 PM Workshop #2 meets 5 consecutive Tuesday evenings 5 PM-7 PM May 12, May 19, May 26 and June 2. SIGN UP FOR THE WORKSHOP
- [Stories in the time of COVID - a Love Story](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/04/17/stories-in-the-time-of-covid-a-love-story/) - We are all on edge, trying to figure out what each moment looks and feel like and how to navigate this new reality. We have seen neighborhood community action groups rise up to help each other, we have seen local businesses band together to help those who need it, we have seen our town go
- [2019 Year in Review](https://www.tellussomething.org/2020/01/17/2019-year-in-review/) - 2019 Year in Review Thank you all for being part of the Tell Us Something community last year! 2019 is now disappearing in the rearview mirror. And before we look forward to building new stories together, let’s take a moment to reflect on another year of shared stories, successes, and growth. In 2019, we were
- [Why is storytelling important?](https://www.tellussomething.org/2019/11/08/why-is-storytelling-important/) - Hello, Tell Us Something community! I’m Morgan Levey, a journalist based in Missoula, and I’m going to be guest blogging about storytelling best practices — tools, tricks, and recs for how to tell your story better. We want this blog to continue being an awesome resource for Tell Us Something participants and others because honestly,
- [Montana Quarterly - Spring 2019](https://www.tellussomething.org/2019/08/20/montana-quarterly-spring-2019/) - In the spring of 2019, Chris LaTray sat down with the director of Tell Us Something, Marc Moss, interviewed storytellers and Advisory Board members and attended the workshop and live event to get a better understanding of what Tell Us Something really is. Read the resulting article in Montana Quartelry by clicking or tapping the
- [New Podcast Format](https://www.tellussomething.org/2018/05/17/new-podcast-format/) - Since 2011, Tell Us Something has produced a weekly podcast. Every storyteller who has ever told a story on the Tell Us Something stage has had his or her story published unless they explicitly requested that it not be published. You have been able to subscribe to the podcast using your favorite podcatcher and stream
- [1st Quarter Check-In](https://www.tellussomething.org/2018/03/27/1st-quarter-check-in/) - Here is a recap of 2017’s accomplishments and a look forward to the many opportunities 2018 holds. Completed Artists as Educators: Refining Your Practice training (16 hours) provided by The Kennedy Foundation as part of the SPARK! Arts Missoula initiative Launched new more user friendly website thanks to our friends over at Gecko Designs Completed
- [Call for Stories!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2018/01/07/2816/) - Your story matters! Now is the chance for you to pitch your story to be considered for sharing the night of the live event. Tell Us Something is calling for *YOU* to pitch your true story on the theme “Right Place, Right Time”. 8 storytellers will be selected to share their true personal story from
- [Election Day - Land of Hope & Dreams](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/11/07/election-day-land-of-hope-dreams/) - The podcast is on hold until Thursday. Monday night (tonight) I helped set up the polling place where I would normally poll had I not early voted. My regular polling place is closed as it is under construction. Huge love goes out to Burns Street Bistro for making their space available to democracy. On Election Day I'll
- [Story Jam 2014 - Presented by Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/2014/05/05/story-jam-2014-presented-by-tell-us-something/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on May 5th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge. This is a special edition of the podcast, being Story Jam, presented by Tell Us Something. A story jam is different from a story slam in that it is not a contest — everyone wins. This is the
- [Please support Tell Us Something During Give Local Missoula County](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/05/03/please-support-tell-us-something-during-give-local-missoula-county/) - Help Support Live Storytelling “Storytelling is one of the most important aspects of life & human connection. Tell Us Something provides a space to share.” -- Tell Us Something listener & attendee TELL US SOMETHING HAS BEEN AWAKENING IMAGINATION, EMPOWERING STORYTELLERS & CONNECTING THE MISSOULA COMMUNITY THROUGH THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF PERSONAL STORYTELLING FOR OVER
- [Binge listening](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/04/21/binge-listening/) - What time I fell asleep last night I do not remember. I do remember rising at 3:30AM and beginning work on revamping the Tell Us Something site. Right now I am listening to all of the stories from the past four years, adding summaries to all of them. During the listening, I continue building the website.
- [Nothing's Perfect](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/04/27/nothings-perfect/) - The purpose of the website, of course, is to highlight the storytellers and their stories. I would like to have the site published sooner rather than later. There are some issues I'd like to see resolved. The conclusion I am reaching is that these issues can be addressed over time. Waiting until things are just
- [Day of Giving](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/05/04/day-of-giving/) - Now that the website is live, my efforts turn to Give Local Missoula. Give Local Missoula is a local initiative to increase philanthropy in Missoula County. This effort is brought to you by the Missoula Community Foundation. The 2015 Give Local Missoula will take place during from midnight to midnight on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. For
- [Goodnight and thank you](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/05/06/goodnight-and-thank-you/) - Give Local Missoula was a success for Tell Us Something. We failed to reach our goal of $3,00 by only a slight margin, clocking in at $2,429 from 63 donors. Of the 130 or so non-profits participating, we won an extra $250 for having the most new donors between 5PM and 6PM. We were 7th
- [Podcast Feed Fail](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/05/15/podcast-feed-fail/) - I am working on making it easy to subscribe to the podcast. I don't know why it is not working. On an Android device, it works fine. Using iTunes on a desktop machine, you have to subscribe manually, like this: Open iTunes Go to File -> Select SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST Enter the URL http://feeds.feedburner.com/TellUsSomething and click OK.
- [Subscribe to the Podcast](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/05/19/subscribe-to-the-podcast/) - The podcast is now live in iTunes. You can subscribe by searching Tell Us Something in iTunes, or following the handy tutorial embedded below. There are still problems with the podcast, like the owner should be Tell Us Something but it is listed as me. I will work to fix that. Meantime, please subscribe to
- [Workshoping the Workshop for Youth](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/05/29/workshoping-the-workshop-for-youth/) - This week I wrapped up the first Tell Us Something storytelling workshop for youth. I hope they learned as much as I did. Stephanie Wing, a multi- time Tell Us Something storyteller, teaches English Arts at Willard Alternative High School. She has been encouraging me to offer storytelling workshops for youth for years. I resisted
- [Doing the Work](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/06/05/doing-the-work/) - The work of promoting the event, running a workshop, revising the workshop, and general administrative office work has prevented me from doing the real work. That real work is getting the stories out there. Making them available. We have two live events to hopefully fill that gap. Tonight is Story Jam at the Real Good
- [Podcast vs. Live Event - audio challenges](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/08/07/podcast-vs-live-event-audio-challenges/) - David Michael Sojourn-Dupuis was born in the ever oppressing heat and humidity of northeast Florida. and therefore likes hot weather. He enjoyed running more as a child than as an adult and feels that the educational infrastructure never really understood him. If it took the time to do so things could have been different between them.
- [Podcast audio - fixed](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/09/22/podcast-audio-fixed/) - Last month I received a Facebook message indicating that a user was having issues listening to the Tell Us Something podcast on her phone. I thought that the issue was likely related to her download being interrupted by a weak cell signal. I tested listening to the podcast by loading the episode in question from
- [Welcome, New Listeners!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/10/11/welcome-new-listeners/) - Hello, all of you Nerdcon:Stories storytelling fans! What a fantastic weekend! Please listen to a handful of stories and subscribe to the podcast. Some notes about the stories: all stories are true and told from memory by regular folks who live in Missoula, Montana some storytellers have never performed in front of an audience before
- [Tell Us Something contains adult themes and adult language](https://www.tellussomething.org/2015/11/20/tell-us-something-contains-adult-themes-and-adult-language/) - Everyone has a story. Regardless of age, race, religion, sexual identity or orientation, we all have stories to share. This is what makes us human. Sometimes these stories are messy. Sometimes these stories are told with rough language. Sometimes these stories have difficult themes. They are all worth telling. They are all worth hearing. Parents
- [Announcing! 2016 dates and themes](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/01/21/announcing-2016-dates-and-themes/) - I am happy to announce the themes and dates for the 2016 Tell Us Something storytelling season! Click on the theme that interests you. A spreadsheet will open. Add your information to the spreadsheet. March 29 - Wilma - "Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me?" Workshop: March 19 After the sign up period ends for March
- [Listen up! Podcasts in 2016](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/02/03/listen-up-podcasts-in-2016/) - 2015 was a whirlwind year for Tell Us Something. We produced 9 events and began releasing podcasts twice weekly. We were paying a professional to produce the podcasts and soon that became one of our largest expenses. The income generated from the live events is not enough to cover day to day operational expenses including
- [What Does *YOUR* Podcast Feed Look Like?](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/02/10/what-does-your-podcast-feed-look-like/) - Listening to podcasts isn't something that I can do when I'm working in the office, and there's been a lot of that so far this month. I'm way behind on my podcasts. As I prepare to head out for a walk, I fired up the iPod to select a podcast and thought I should share
- [So what do you do all day? Can Tell Us Something really be a full time job?](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/02/19/so-what-do-you-do-all-day-can-tell-us-something-really-be-a-full-time-job/) - Recently someone asked me how I fill my workday. A reasonable question since I work from home and am my own boss. There is the typical office work that goes along with running any business.A summary:Plenty of emailing, marketing on a variety of levelsKeeping up with social mediaEvent promotion including flier distribution of 200+ fliersCourting
- [Stories...unlimited](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/02/26/stories-unlimited/) - Volunteering at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is something that I look forward to every year. I love being part of a team of over 100 volunteers who help pull this thing off. This year the Montana Film Office ad near front of the program made me smile. "Stories...unlimited". The idea of unlimited stories
- [In Defense of Story](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/02/26/in-defense-of-story/) - Tell Us Something allows a sharing transaction between storytellers and listeners. The act of sharing stories goes beyond performance, beyond telling. Tell Us Something storytellers do not memorize their stories and most of them do not write their stories. Because of this, they are not only sharing their story with the listeners, they are sharing
- [All Hail the Unpaid Intern](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/03/11/all-hail-the-unpaid-intern/) - Recently Tell Us Something has acquired an unpaid intern in cooperation with The University of Montana. She receives college credit for the work she does for Tell Us Something and has been the one responsible for producing, transcribing and uploading the podcasts for the past couple of weeks. She's doing one hell of a job and
- [Hi! I'm the Intern.](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/03/18/hi-im-the-intern/) - Hi, my name is Ashleigh, and I am the Tell Us Something Intern! One year ago, in the midst of an existential crisis, I decided to give up my career as a Hair Stylist so I could pursue my college degree. This dream led me to find the Media Arts program at the University of
- [Tell Us Something in the News](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/03/28/tell-us-something-in-the-news/) - Many colleagues and friends are encouraging me to step forward more frequently as the face of Tell Us Something. My stance is always that I want the focus to be on the storytellers and their stories. "You're the face of Tell Us Something" they say. The reporter said, "Moss clearly loves telling stories—even in an
- [Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me?](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/03/30/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/) - Another sold out show at The Wilma! 710 people came to listen to their neighbors & friends share stories. And what an incredible night! We heard stories of science, survival, and gratitude; rivers, the call of nature, and the eternal struggle of managing trouble makers; questionable medicinal drinks in Hong Kong; Philipino cowboys; sleeping in the
- [Special Guest Storyteller Announcement](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/04/01/special-guest-storyteller-announcement-2/) - David Sedaris to Tell a Story in September!Tell Us Something is excited to announce this epic storyteller gracing the Tell Us Something stage!We are excited to announce that we have confirmed David Sedaris will be joining the other storytellers on the Tell Us Something stage in Missoula Montana September 20th! The theme is "Fork in
- [Tell Us Something Radio](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/04/01/tell-us-something-radio/) - Cherie Newman producing Tell Us Something Radio Tell Us Something has come a long way in 5 years & last night we finally hit the radio. We've been podcasting since 2011 and people have to seek out podcasts. With radio, many people are in the habit of having it on all of the time. We
- [April Fools](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/04/02/april-fools/) - "It's the perfect combo of believability & something everyone wants to have happen. They skip right past the skepticism.... it's ... a perfect illustration of how amazing optimism in humans is."--anonymous individual in on the David Sedaris as guest storyteller announcementLove&Stories,Marc
- [Podcast Update - Helena Edition](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/07/08/podcast-update-helena-edition/) - A brief note to apologize for no podcast the week of July 4th. The recording quality is not up to Tell Us Something standards. i thought I could fix it & when I was unable to do so, the newest Tell Us Something intern wanted a crack at it. She also was unable to fix
- [Taking Salt out of Soup & Transcription News](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/08/29/taking-salt-out-of-soup-transcription-news/) - HELENA PODCAST UPDATE The last time I checked in with you all here, I was trying to fix the audio from the Helena, MT storytelling event at Free Ceramics back in May. I hired a sound engineer, who did some work on it & admitted that it was unusable. He said that trying to fix
- [Keeping Tell Us Something Podcast Ad-Free](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/10/24/keeping-tell-us-something-podcast-ad-free/) - Recently a podcast monetization company reached out to me inviting me to use their service at no charge. We set up a phone interview. Their promise to me was that, to start, the Tell Us Something Podcast would be earning net about $400/mo based upon current estimated listening trends of about 10,000 monthly listeners. They
- [Communication Breakdown...It Drives Me Insane!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2016/10/31/communication-breakdown-it-drives-me-insane/) - Everyone has a story to share. Everyone's story is valuable & deserves to be heard. So many people love Tell Us Something & want to share their story. There are so many different ways to communicate with one another now compared to even 10 years ago. My two biggest tools in organizing Tell Us Something
- [2016 Year in Review -- FINALLY!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/03/10/2016-year-in-review-finally/) - 2017 has been jam-packed with new opportunities, challenges and obligations. I'm finally getting a breather and wanted to share this year-in-review from 2016 with you. Thanks for your support! --Marc Produced 6 live events Produced the first non-Missoula live event in Helena, MT Mentored the first Tell Us Something intern Self-produced all podcasts Finally earned
- [Looking Back on "Don't Look Back"](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/03/25/looking-back-on-dont-look-back/) - Most of the storytellers who shared their story on Tuesday night were able to attend the workshop the week before the event. The workshop was successful for many reasons. Namely, they all got to know one another a little bit and build a little support network. They gave great feedback on each others’ stories and
- [Spring Cleaning with a New Hard Drive](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/03/31/spring-cleaning-with-a-new-hard-drive/) - Monday night while I was producing the podcast for release that next morning, I couldn't save any files from Adobe Audition. The hard drive was full.I knew that this day was coming, as I had been getting "out of storage" errors for a while.I deleted ALL of the non-essential programs in order to move forward,
- [Special Guest Storyteller Announcement](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/04/01/special-guest-storyteller-announcement/) - We are excited to announce we have confirmed that, through the magic of technology, Norman Maclean's hologram will be joining the other storytellers on the Tell Us Something stage in Missoula Montana September 10th! The theme is "Up the Blackfoot". More details as they become available.
- [April Fools 2017](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/04/02/april-fools-2017/) - Tell Us Something never announces storytellers before the event! We do this for a variety of reasons. The biggest reason is because we want people to come to the live events to listen to their community share stories. We are avoiding the temptation to use big names to draw crowds. (And there are some big
- [Helena Tell Us Something event, take 2: legislative session](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/04/12/helena-tell-us-something-event-take-2-legislative-session/) - Thursday of last week, Joyce and I packed the truck and headed to Helena for the second Tell Us Something event there. Again we were hosted by the very gracious folks over at Free Ceramics. Last year, the recording failed and I was overly concerned about having it be successful this year. I was stressed
- [Spark Artist in Residency at Washington Middle School](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/04/19/spark-artist-in-residency-at-washington-middle-school/) - The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, Missoula County Public Schools (MCPS), the City of Missoula, the Missoula Cultural Council, and a broad range of local arts organizations have teamed up to help bring our community the Any Given Child Initiative. The program, developed by the Kennedy Center, focuses on ensuring equal access to diverse arts
- [Missoula Gives was a success!](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/05/11/missoula-gives-was-a-success/) - Missoula Gives was a success! Thank you to everyone who donated. This year's Tell Us Something fundraiser was a success. We haven't hit our goal (yet), and there is still time to give if you haven't already (or if you want to give some more). The experience of Giving Day was much less stressful this
- [SPARK Storytelling Artist in Residency Reflection](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/05/18/spark-storytelling-artist-in-residency-reflection/) - Last Tuesday I finished my SPARK artist in residency at Washington Middle School. I was there to teach approximately 190 students the art of storytelling. These 8th graders taught me a lot, and I hope I taught them a little bit about storytelling and how it’s done.The first day, I was nervous. I’m trained 6-12
- [Procrastination be Gone! Missoula Gives Thank Yous on the Way](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/05/26/procrastination-be-gone-missoula-gives-thank-yous-on-the-way/) - Thank you so much to EVERYONE who gave to Tell Us Something during Missoula Gives. I have been chipping away at the thank you cards since May 6th, believe it or not, and I finally wrote the last one.Premiums are on the way to those of you who donated in that capacity. As soon as
- [Live Event Pricing](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/07/28/live-event-pricing/) - After the June 20 live event, several people either spoke to me in person, emailed or called me to express their concern or confusion about ticket pricing. Their concern is one I shared and I’ve worked to eliminate this confusion. Tickets, since we began selling them, have traditionally been priced affordably at $8 in advance
- [August Newsletter](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/08/04/august-newsletter/) - Wow! Summer is here in full effect.The fires have arrived and the smoke is thick in parts of Missoula Valley. I hope you all are staying cool, creating new stories and getting out of the smoke when you can.My intention at the beginning of 2017 was to send a newsletter each month with some updates
- [YouTube Stories](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/08/04/youtube-stories/) - Tell Us Something has a YouTube channel. Now what? Since the beginning, I have intended to share people’s stories on YouTube. I have overcome one roadblock after another in this endeavor. Initially, the issue in creating the YouTube channel was obtaining a custom URL. In order to obtain a custom URL, at the time, there
- [Spoke: Review of a A New Podcast Discovery App](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/08/12/spoke-review-of-a-a-new-podcast-discovery-app/) - Spoke is a new app that’s been released to the Google Play and Apple App Store. I gave it a spin after being introduced to it when one of the curators began following @pssttellus on Twitter. First, I submitted the Tell Us Something podcast feed to the app, which was a pretty straightforward process. Submitting is
- [Arts Integration in the Classroom - Storytelling Edition](https://www.tellussomething.org/2017/09/29/arts-integration-in-the-classroom-storytelling-edition/) - Each year, the 7th-grade students at C.S. Porter practice an amalgamated form of Winter Count. There is a written component as well as a visual component in which they bring items or make pictures to share with the class that helps tell the story of their past year. This year the teachers at Porter, with

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- [About](https://www.tellussomething.org/about/) - Tell Us Something is a celebration of storytelling, of the community, and of each other. Tell Us Something is a live storytelling event based in Missoula, MT. Tell Us Something inspires more understanding, acceptance, and empathy within our community. Each event features 7-8 storytellers from the local community sharing their true personal stories from memory
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- [Financials](https://www.tellussomething.org/about/financials/) - At Tell Us Something, we believe in open communication and responsible stewardship of your donations. As a tax-exempt organization, we are required to file Form 990 with the IRS each year, detailing our financial activities. In the spirit of transparency, we've made our most recent filings readily available for your review. Here, you'll find our
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- [Youth Workshops](https://www.tellussomething.org/workshops/youth-workshops/) - Tell Us Something youth storytelling camps While we don’t currently have any youth storytelling camps on the calendar, we haven’t closed the book on them entirely. In the past, these workshops provided a unique space for young voices to find their power. We paused the program to focus on where our community is most engaged.
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- [Stewardship Program](https://www.tellussomething.org/stewardship-program/) - Tell Us Something wants as many people as possible to be able to witness for their community as storytellers stand exercising their first amendment right of free speech. We don’t want price to be a barrier to entry. To that end, we have a stewardship program that provides a limited free tickets at each event
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- [Intro](https://www.tellussomething.org/intro/) - YOUR STORY MATTERS! 2017 SEASON THEMES March 21 - The Wilma, Missoula - "Don’t Look Back" ROSTER FULL. April 6 - Free Ceramics, Helena - "The First Time" June 20 - The Wilma, Missoula - "On The Road" September 10 - The Wilma, Missoula - "Up the Blackfoot" December 12 - The Wilma, Missoula - "Getting
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## Story

- [Self Evident Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/self-evident/self-evident-part-2/) - From the ash-filled skies of a wildfire-threatened 100-mile ultramarathon in the Oregon Cascades to the quiet revelation of a therapist who spent decades masking an autism diagnosis before finding her truest self, this episode weaves together four extraordinary stories of human resilience and wonder. A five-year-old girl clutches a clown's hand at the Ringling Brothers Circus while dreaming of running away with the show — only to wake alone on a lurching train, learning her first lesson in bravery. And deep in the old-growth cedars of Northwest Montana, a young woman bows to the forest and feels it bow back, a moment that eventually carries her to an Aboriginal ceremony in Australia where an elder's words collapse the boundary between listener and landscape. These are stories about pushing broken bodies past every limit, about finally understanding why the world never quite fit, about the magic adults hide in candy trees and the magic that nature offers freely — if only we stop long enough to receive it.
- ["Self Evident" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/self-evident/self-evident-part-1/) - A Philadelphia writer spends one unforgettable weekend believing he'd won a $50,000 arts grant — only to discover the cruel coincidence of sharing a name with a famous jazz critic, and the humbling task of confessing the truth to a room full of fellow dreamers. A Native activist and artist traces the long, painful arc from a little kid flipping through Easter dresses in a Kmart to finding the ancient Cheyenne word that finally named who he always was — and the hard-won sobriety that made it possible to get there. A freelance journalist races to small-town Montana to cover a Capitol Hill shooting, sweet-talks his way to a killer scoop, and then watches the whole thing unravel over a $50 expense on an invoice. And a philosophy grad student boards a fishing vessel in Bristol Bay, Alaska chasing clarity and the spirit of Into the Wild, only to find himself standing on the bow in 24-hour gray daylight, teetering on the edge of a psychotic break — and finally understanding that the answers he'd been hunting were never waiting at the destination.
- [Leap of Faith - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/leapoffaith/leap-of-faith-part-1/) - Listen to stories about a man hopping trains in the glory days of the vagabond, the transcendence of overcoming addiction, and a daring horse rescue on a forest service road in Montana.
- [Walk on the Wild Side - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/walk-on-the-wild-side/walk-on-the-wild-side-part-2/) - In our first story, Land Tawney seizes the chance for an epic backpacking trip into the Frank Church Wilderness, made even better by the inclusion of his nine-year-old daughter and support llamas. When the intense summer heat and rugged trail push the young girl to the brink of giving up, he must trust her to
- [Walk on the Wild Side - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/walk-on-the-wild-side/walk-on-the-wild-side-part-1/) - A wildlife biologist learns about grizzly bear safety with the love of his life after embracing the title of "poop ologist." Across the globe, a solo traveler in Peru meets a mysterious motorcyclist and must decide if an invitation to ride with him to Canada is a leap of faith or pure risk. Back home, a relaxing winter staycation quickly turns into chaos involving eleven terrified chickens, an unexpected phone call from Chile, and an unfortunate fire. Finally, two hikers seeking mountain solitude in the Bob Marshall Wilderness hold their breath for a wildlife encounter that could define their trip.
- [Lost + Found Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/lost-and-found/lost-found-part-2/) - Prepare to be moved by four incredible true stories of loss, resilience, and unexpected discovery. Journey with Aunvada Being as she navigates a lifelong path of self-discovery, confronting difficult choices to ultimately find her true self. Hear Jilnar Mansour recount her harrowing experience in a Palestinian refugee camp, where quick thinking and vulnerability became tools for survival. Experience the heart-stopping account of Steve Schmidt, a rookie police officer, facing a split-second decision that profoundly reshapes his understanding of duty. Finally, witness Lauren Tobias's unforgettable bond with a free-spirited dog on the Fort Peck Reservation, a tale of heartbreaking loss and a truly unbelievable twist. These powerful narratives will remind you that even in the darkest moments, there is always something to be found.
- [Lost + Found - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/lost-and-found/lost-found-part-1/) - Step into a world of profound personal journeys, where unexpected turns lead to remarkable transformations. Hear Hammy navigate family, faith, and a hilarious public health crisis on his path to self-discovery. Witness Katie Van Dorn's incredible resilience as she conquers physical challenges through a life of adventure and wellness. Join Karna Sundby on a whirlwind romance that takes a tragic turn, ultimately leading to a powerful discovery of purpose amidst pain. Finally, follow Kara Adolphson as she confronts a secret grief in college, finding unexpected joy and healing in the most surprising of places. Their stories were recorded live in-person on June 30th, 2025, at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field in Missoula, MT, closing out Pride Month.
- [Be Careful What You Wish For](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/be-careful-what-you-wish-for2025/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/) - From a series of life-altering events, from buying her dream video store to facing a devastating accident and a cancer diagnosis and a unique childhood on a rabbit farm, where she learned the harsh realities of farm life and where food comes from to a journey from a purity contract with God to a pivotal moment of self-discovery in a Swiss hot spring.
- [Hold My Beer Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/holdmybeer/hold-my-beer-part-2/) - What happens when a mission to buy bootleg DVDs takes an unexpected turn into fame and mistaken identity? Or when a Halloween high school party gets unexpectedly busted? From navigating a life-changing diagnosis in London to a perilous encounter with a glacier in Alaska. Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Hold my Beer”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a sold-out crowd on January 13, 2025, at The George and Jane Dennison Theatre in Missoula, MT. Tune in to hear the stories on the next episode of the Tell Us Something podcast.
- [Hold My Beer - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/holdmybeer/hold-my-beer-part-1/) - What happens when a mission to buy bootleg DVDs takes an unexpected turn into fame and mistaken identity? Or when a Halloween high school party gets unexpectedly busted? From navigating a life-changing diagnosis in London to a perilous encounter with a glacier in Alaska. Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Hold my Beer”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a sold out crowd on January 13, 2025, at The George and Jane Dennison Theatre in Missoula, MT. Tune in to hear the stories on the next episode of the Tell Us Something podcast.
- [A Storytelling Tribute to Pat Williams (including "Bing in Butte" from Pat Williams)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/be-careful-what-you-wish-for2025/tribute-to-pat-williams/) - Back in April of this year, Tell Us Something traveled to Butte, America to bring Tell Us Something to an enthusiastic group of listeners at The Covellite Theatre. Founder and Executive Director Marc Moss shared a story about the first time we held a Tell Us Something event in Butte, which was at The Covellite. The first time in Butte, back in 2019, Marc had to buy time because the evening’s first storyteller, Pat, was late. Listen as Marc shares that story, which is more than just a story of Tell Us Something in Butte, it's an honoring of his friendship with Pat Williams.
- [The Trail Lunchbox 06-25-2025 with Mike Smith](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/lost-and-found/22282/) - The Trail Listening Post – Trail Lunchbox: Marc Moss (June 25, 2025) On today’s episode of The Trail Listening Post, we bring you a live in-studio conversation from the Trail Lunchbox on Trail 103.3 FM. Host Mike Smith sits down with Marc Moss, the founder and host of Tell Us Something, Missoula’s beloved live storytelling
- ["Never Again" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/never-again/never-again-part-1/) - From the heights of skydiving to the depths of personal struggles, these stories explore the power of perseverance and finding your place in the world. A sailing enthusiast facing setbacks, a young man navigating autism, a devoted Bruce Springsteen fan's unwavering passion and skydiver caught in a storm, —each story offers unique insights into overcoming challenges and embracing life's adventures.
- ["Never Again" Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/never-again/never-again-part-2/) - From the remote deserts of Kenya to the rugged peaks of Glacier National Park, and a small summer camp in the remotest areas of Colorado, these stories showcase the power of human resilience and the enduring bonds of family and friendship. A family stranded in the desert, a mother and daughter’s grueling hike in bear country, and a summer camp counselor navigating love and theater—each story offers a unique perspective on overcoming adversity and finding hope in unexpected places.
- ["Going Home" - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/going-home/going-home-part-2/) - From the raw vulnerability of overcoming homelessness and addiction to the heartwarming journey of self-discovery and acceptance, these stories will leave you inspired and deeply connected. Hear tales of resilience, heartbreak, and triumph as individuals
- ["Going Home" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/going-home/part-1/) - Three generations of women journey to Austria, navigating ancestral discovery amidst a bacon debacle at the airport. A trans woman's relationship with her father and a profound connection to Montana, from landscape allure to mental health battles, culminates in a return fueled by pride and obligation. A convent-bound journey unfolds into a life of challenges and love lost, leading back to Missoula for a new beginning. and, from love's illusions to self-discovery, a quest reveals true fulfillment in embracing a queer identity in Missoula, where home resides within.
- [Karen McNenny - "Opening Doors"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/karen-mcnenny-opening-doors/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Karen McNenny shares her story "Opening Doors". Locked in a room, Karen allows her daughter to usurp her power, learns how to communicate with her daughter, and is forgiven. Karen McNenny has
- [Close to the Edge - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/close-to-thge-edge/close-to-the-edge-part-2/) - What happens when the things we hold dear start to crumble? Join us as our first storyteller faces a heartbreaking choice: let go of her family legacy, or fight for a piece of the past while making a discovery about nonperminance in herself. And facing loss isn't just about places, our next storyteller defies death itself, a therapist grapples with a hidden truth while our final storyteller navigates an unlikely love friendship running out on the trails.
- [Close to the Edge - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/close-to-thge-edge/close-to-the-edge-part-1/) - Sometimes adventure is chosen, sometimes it's thrust upon you. In this episode of the Tell Us Something podcast, we delve into the journeys of four remarkable people: A mother and daughter in Belize work together to navigate the challenges of entering the country with an expired passport, a determined diver confronts the depths of the ocean swimming against sudden swells and learns some harrowing news the next day when she returns to the water. An artist wrestles with self-doubt and the meaning of success. And a woman on a wilderness adventure faces a grizzly bear encounter, wolves and swarming bees on her ordeal to get out and help with a family emergency.
- [Lost in Translation - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/lostintranslation/lost-in-translation-part-2/) - This week on the podcast four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Lost in Translation”. Their stories were recorded live in person in front of a packed house on September 28, 2023, at The George & Jane Dennison Theatre at the University of Montana in Missoula, MT.
- [The Kindness of Strangers - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/the-kindness-of-strangers/the-kindness-of-strangers-part-2/) - Strangers unite to save lives in Missoula in the aftermath of an avalanche, a kind act leads to housing an unhoused person and closure for a family, 9/11 witness finds hope in unity, and shared grief fosters empathy and beauty in life's poignant moments.
- [The Kindness of Strangers - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/the-kindness-of-strangers/the-kindness-of-strangers-part-1/) - A child, traveling alone, encounters hotel trouble, a young woman begins her healing journey thanks to a sexual assault victim's advocate, a woman recovering from open heart surgery finds respite with a gruff nurse and post-avalanche, Missoula unites.
- [Rick White - Interview and his story "Mister"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something4/rick-white-interview-and-his-story-mister/) - This episode of the podcast features an interview with Rick White who shared his story in front of a sold-out crowd live at The Wilma on December 10, 2019. It was the last in-person Tell Us Something event before COVID struck. The theme was "Tipping Point". When I talked with Rick, we talked about the
- [Lost in Translation - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/lostintranslation/lost-in-translation-part-1/) - This week on the podcast four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Lost in Translation”. Their stories were recorded live in person in front of a packed house on September 28, 2023, at The George & Jane Dennison Theatre at the University of Montana in Missoula, MT.
- [Creative Pulse - Out of My Shell Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/creative-pulse-out-of-my-shell/creative-pulse-out-of-my-shell-part-2/) - Three storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Out of my Shell”. Their stories were recorded in-person in front of a live audience July 16, 2023 at Bonner Park Bandshell. The storytellers you’ll hear in this episode are all educators enrolled in The University of Montana’s Creative Pulse program. The Creative Pulse embraces critical thinking processes and habits of the mind, enabling our students to develop, refine and integrate these processes into their own thinking and learning abilities, as well as those of their students. The Master of Arts in Integrated Arts and Education is completed over two consecutive summer sessions plus independent studies and a final project.
- [Creative Pulse - Out of My Shell - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/creative-pulse-out-of-my-shell/creative-pulse-out-of-my-shell-part-1/) - The storytellers you’ll hear in this episode are all educators enrolled in The University of Montana’s Creative Pulse program. The Creative Pulse embraces critical thinking processes and habits of the mind, enabling our students to develop, refine and integrate these processes into their own thinking and learning abilities, as well as those of their students. The Master of Arts in Integrated Arts and Education is completed over two consecutive summer sessions plus independent studies and a final project.
- [Neighbors - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/neighbors/neighbors-part-1/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Neighbors". Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a packed stadium on June 16, 2023 at Ogren Park at Allegiance Field in Missoula, MT in collaboration with Missoula Pride. You'll hear stories about an ode to neighbors, a man crashing a wedding in Vietnam, a hike to pick Black Locust flowers and a trans man feeling comfortable in his own skin for maybe the first time.
- [Neighbors Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/neighbors/neighbors-part-2/) - On this episode of the Tell Us Something podcast we hear stories about a verbal love letter to his grandmother, leading with love, making compassionate choices, and a lifechanging hike to Hop Lake in the Big Hole Valley of Montana.
- [Didn't See That Coming Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/didnt-see-that-coming-2022/didnt-see-that-coming-part2/) - Some bad decisions on a New Years Even lead to a wrongful conviction, a young woman joins a cabaret show in Hamburg, Germany, and must escape once she learns that she may be working for Nazis and a 3rd grader learns an important life lesson from an inmate in the Montana State Prison.
- [It's the Little Things - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/its-the-little-things/its-the-little-things-part-2/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “It’s the Little Things”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a sold-out crowd on December 15, 2022 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT.
- [It's the Little Things - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/its-the-little-things/its-the-little-things-part-1/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “It’s the Little Things”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a sold-out crowd on December 15, 2022 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT.
- [Didn't See That Coming - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/didnt-see-that-coming-2022/didnt-see-that-coming-part-1-missoula/) - A young human takes us on a hike up Waterworks Hill in Missoula, MT, where they finally find the mother they’ve always wanted, a middle-aged woman is loaded into a cargo plane for a life flight to Seattle, to get a new liver, A man from Togo sees a cute girl across campus and is persistent in his pursuit of her, a lesbian woman goes on a hike to Hope Lake, in Montana, with her best friend, a straight girl, who has listened to Katy Perry one too many times.
- [Meet the Board - Jason Sloat](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/21479/) - Tell Us Something Board member Jason Sloat recalls his impactful experience of visiting Missoula with a buddy and calling an old professor from a payphone - a phone call that changed his life trajectory.
- [Meet the Tell Us Something Board - Jason Forges](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/21475/) - Jason Froges talks about listening to himself, the disconnect that an urban dweller feels from nature and creativity.
- [Meet the Board - Sarah FitzGerald](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/sarahfitzgerald/) - Tell Us Something Board Secretary Sarah FitzGerald reflects on the impactful experience of volunteering for a Jesuit organization in St. Louis, Missouri.
- [Meet the Board - Rachel Bemis](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/rachel-bemis/) - Rachel Bemis shares her impactful experience of finally deciding to become a teacher after a fulfilling career in other sectors.
- [Eat Our Words - John Engen](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/eat-our-words/eat-our-words-john-engen/) - Storyteller John Engen recounts all of the addresses he called home during his time in Missoula and what he learned at each place. he told this story at an event that pre-dates Tell Us Something called "Eat Our Words".
- [Waking Dreams - live from Burning Man](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/waking-dreams/waking-dreams/) - This episode of the podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on August 31, 2022 in Black Rock City at Center Camp at the Burning Man event. 5 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Waking Dreams”. Today we hear from three of those storytellers.
- ["Stone Soup" Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/stone-soup/stone-soup-part-2/) - A young woman visits NYC w/her Papa, a Polish track athlete reflects on defecting from Poland in the 1980s, A woman runs out of gas in front of Costco on a busy Missoula street and an adventure guide with a dying cell phone has a dramatic rescue.
- ["Stone Soup" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/stone-soup/stone-soup-part-1/) - Four storytellers share their true personal stories live without notes on the theme "Stone Soup". A dramatic river rescue, bullets confiscated at TSA, a middle-aged woman cookin' up an incredible stew and a man, a porcupine, a jar of pickles, and a little birdie.
- [Meet Board Chair Joseph Grady](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/joseph-grady/) - Joseph Grady talks about Native spaces, acting, art and storytelling.
- [Letting Go Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/letting-go/letting-go-episode2/) - Four storytellers share their stories on the theme "Letting Go". We hear stories about the love of timber framing, about working third shift at a copy shop, about mistaken identities and letting loose at a Russian ballet in NYC.
- [Marc Moss - "Firewalk With Me"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/marc-moss-firewalk-with-me/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Marc Moss and is titled "Firewalk with Me". Thank you for listening. This one
- [Letting Go Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/letting-go/letting-go-part-1/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Letting Go”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of over 900 listeners on September 27, 2022 at The Dennison in Missoula, MT.
- [Interview with Stephanie Hohn](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/interview-with-stephanie-hohn/) - Free from jail at 16, Stephanie faces a corrupt system and overcomes an inept foster parent. Stephanie calls her story “The Smartest Girl in the Jail”. Stephanie told her story live on stage at The Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT back in October of 2012. The theme that night was “Forgiveness”. We also
- [What Are the Chances - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/what-are-the-chances/what-are-the-chances-part-2/) - Hear stories about surviving a grizzly bear attack, a mother’s vigil over her sick children in the hospital, a scientist who discovers a connection between lead ammunition and lead in the bloodstreams of large birds like eagles, and a man who snorts his crown into his sinus cavity during what was supposed to be a routine visit to the dentist.
- [Special Edition - Missoula Gives 2022](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/missoulagives/special-edition-missoula-gives-2022/) - For this week’s podcast, we’re exploring why Tell Us Something is important to the storytellers themselves. Let’s hear from the storytellers what they love about Tell Us Something, and what they love about their experience sharing their stories.
- [Ric Parnell - "Drummers Don’t Often Get to Talk, but When They Do…."](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/ric-parnell-drummers-dont-often-get-to-talk-but-when-they-do/) - Ric Parnell shares his story "Drummers Don’t Often Get to Talk, but When They Do….". Ric Parnell, drummer from Atomic Rooster, the ill-fated drummer Mick Shrimpton in the film This is Spinal Tap begins to ramble and is the first person in the history of Tell Us Something to be fired. He is grateful.
- [Interview With Melody Rice and Her Story "Butte Barber"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/tus-melodyrice-interview/) - Melody Rice: I was a hairstylist for 18 years in Butte, and a barber specifically in Butte, which is kind of an interesting place in terms of, um, it's slow to catch up with, um, the rest of the world.
- [Interview with Neil McMahon and His Story “Deus ex Buick”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/interview-with-neil-mcmahon-and-his-story-deus-ex-buick/) - Neil McMahon shared his story in front of a live audience at The Wilma Missoula, MT in September of 2016. Neil is working as a carpenter on a construction site in a remote part of Montana when the call comes from his New York City publisher. Neil calls his story “Deus ex Buick”.
- ["My First Pregnancy" and Interview with Laura King](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/my-first-pregnancy-and-interview-with-laura-king/) - So that's kinda fun. one of them was very conservative and the other one was very liberal. So we've got a guy who is an FBI and involved in propaganda. , supporting Japanese internment, on the one hand. And then we've got, , the other guy who was, , a criminal defense attorney and, very active in, , you know, abolition of criminal punishment and, , the efforts early, early efforts to legalize marijuana.
- ["Parting Ways With Henry Miller in Egypt" story and Interview with Brian Upton](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/parting-ways-with-henry-miller-in-egypt-story-and-interview-with-brian-upton/) - Brian Upton buys Henry Miller’s Tropic of Capricorn at Shakespeare and Company in Paris, France. He begins reading the book in Alexandria and discovers that the book is considered pornography in Egypt.
- ["Mission From God" - Jim Beyer Story and Interview](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/mission-from-god-jim-beyer-story-and-interview/) - "And we reached to the top of this, uh, this old abandoned farmhouse. Well, the windows are all busted out and there's birds or bats or something flying in and out of it. And it's getting dark. I mean, it was flat dark, there were stars and there was the full. He says, oh, it's in the barn. Okay, cool. Well, the barn is kind of leaning over at about 33 angle."
- [Jim Beyer - "A Mission from God"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/jim-beyer-a-mission-from-god/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Jim Beyer shares his story "A Mission from God", a mission to buy an Indian sidecar during the Sturgis bike rally. He borrows Greg’s pickup truck to go pick up the sidecar. He is
- [Stephanie Hohn - "The Smartest Girl in the Jail"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/stephanie-hohn-the-smartest-girl-in-the-jail/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Stephanie Hohn shares her story "The Smartest Girl in the Jail". Free from jail at 16, Stephanie faces a corrupt system and overcomes an inept foster parent. Stephanie Hohn, raised by wolves,
- [Interview with Jeremy N. Smith](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/interview-with-jeremy-n-smith/) - Jeremy N. Smith and I chat about his story “Always, Only, At Least", which he told live onstage at The Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT back in October 2014. The theme that night was “The Things We Carry”. We also talk about podcasting, some of the podcasts that he hosts and co-hosts, storytelling, and being in service of others. I caught up with Jeremy in August of 2020.
- [Forward to Better Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/forward-to-better/forward-to-better-part-2/) - Teresa Waldorf: "March 22nd, and I'm not flying to Phoenix. I'm in a long-distance relationship with a man who I think is going to be the next great love of my life. But we've been having an argument on the phone." Rosie Ayers: "I had stopped all theater productions, all classes. I had no answers for anyone".
- [Forward to Better - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/forward-to-better/forward-to-better-part-1/) - Stories of the difficulty of being gluten intolerant while traveling in China, being reminded of the magic in life, the complex feelings of a new mother, learning to ride the bus in a new country, and the journey to fix a botched tattoo.
- [Interview With Bonnie Bishop](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something2/interview-with-bonnie-bishop/) - Bonnie Bishop talks about what it was like to be the first person in Tell Us Something history to share her story in a live-streamed setting. We talk about the pandemic, about collective grief, and about what it means to begin returning to life beyond quarantine. After our conversation, you can hear the story as Bonnie shared it on the Tell Us Something live-streamed stage.
- [Tell Us Something Podcast Trade with A Rhythm Runs Through It](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/behind-the-scenes/tell-us-something-podcast-trade-with-a-rhythm-runs-through-it/) - Tell Us Something Podcast Trade with A Rhythm Runs Through It Tell Us Something believes that everyone has a story. We believe that all stories matter. We believe that storytelling brings us together as a community. We believe that stories connect us as community members, open our hearts, change our minds, change our
- [Missoula Gives 2021](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/behind-the-scenes/missoula-gives-2021/) - Tell Us Something believes that everyone has a story. We believe that all stories matter. We believe that storytelling brings us together as a community. We believe that stories connect us as community members, open our hearts, change our minds, change our community and change the world for the better.
- [Interview with Anna Haslund](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something2/interview-with-anna-haslund/) - This week on the podcast, we check in with Anna Haslund, the first Deaf storyteller to have shared a story on the Tell Us Something stage. We talk about her story and what it was like to share a story on the Tell Us Something stage. We also talk about her excitement to compete in the Miss America Pageant representing her state as Miss Montana. During our conversation, Anna also shares some of the unique challenges Deaf people face during the pandemic.
- [Come As You Are](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/come-as-you-are/come-as-you-are/) - This week on the podcast, 5 storytellers share their true personal stories on the theme “Come as You Are”. These stories were live streamed into the living rooms of 390 people on September 16, 2020.
- [Interview with Nerma Dobričanin](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/19779/) - Join English teacher Nerma Dobričanin and Tell Us Something host Marc Moss as they chat about life during the pandemic in Rožaje, Montenegro, a difficult pregnancy and her experience visiting the United States.
- [Didn't See That Coming - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/didnt-see-that-coming/didnt-see-that-coming-part-2/) - Young entrepreneur Jerry Spencer and his partner are working the largest trade show of their careers: Macworld Expo, and they barely have time to take a break. Jerry stops for a quick bite to eat and shares a table with an unexpected guest. Jerry calls his story "A Surprise Lunch That I'll Never Forget". Jerry
- [Didn't See That Coming (part 1)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/didnt-see-that-coming/didnt-see-that-coming-part-1/) - A philosophical discussion in the principal’s office changes the course of young Aaron Parrett’s life. A few years after that conversation, he has the unexpected opportunity to apologize for the behavior that landed him in the principal’s office in the first place. Aaron calls his story “How to Make a Teacher Cry”. Aaron Parrett is
- ["Tipping Point" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/tipping-point/tipping-point-part-1/) - Listen to stories about an unpleasant ear discovery in the middle of the night, an unlikely savior as our storyteller falls out of a tree, and the very first open adoption in the state of Montana.
- ["Tipping Point" Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/tipping-point/tipping-point-part-2/) - In this podcast episode, you’ll hear stories about a man overcoming his obesity and depression through the magic of MMA fighting, a model who escapes the insidious modeling industry, a volunteer who helps restore an historic C-47 aircraft for the commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day and a mother making a difficult decision on the day of an important hunt.
- [Live Storytelling with Corporate Workshop Participants MEDA](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/behind-the-scenes/live-storytelling-with-corporate-workshop-participants-meda/) - Usually, a Tell Us Something event is focused on a theme. We hadn’t discussed a theme for these stories, but, listening to them, a theme emerged. We can say that the theme is “Why am I here?” or “Why I do this”. Call it “Passion.” Whatever you call it, you’ll see that these storytellers are personally bonded to the work that they do, and that their passion really comes through in the stories that they share.
- [Interview with Tabitha Martinez](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/artists-of-tellussomething/interview-with-tabatha-martinez/) - This week on the podcast, Tabitha Martinez chats about being car-free, project bikes, the idea behind her Tell Us Something poster, and more.
- [Interview with Courtney Blazon](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/artists-of-tellussomething/interview-with-courtney-blazon/) - This week on the podcast, join me as we go behind the scenes with local artist Courtney Blazon. Courtney designed the poster for the June 2019 show. The theme that night was “What Are the Chances?”
- [2020 Tell Us Something Year in Review](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/behind-the-scenes/2020-tell-us-something-year-in-review/) - In today’s show, Tell Us Something Director marc Moss explores the challenges, successes, and opportunities Tell Us Something faced in 2020. We’ll look at some of the things we tried that failed, things that worked, things we learned and opportunities for the future in 2021.
- [Interview and Jenny's Story 'Getting TIPSEE'](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-and-jennys-story-getting-tipsee/) - We chatted about life during a pandemic, about storytelling and about how the meaning of a story can change over time, revealing itself with a new perspective. And we talked a lot about white privilege, and how we often don’t even realize that we have privilege. Come sit down with us and listen to our conversation.
- [Meet the Storytellers - Ibrahin Mena](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/meet-the-storytellers-ibrahin-mena/) - When I sat down with Ibrahin, we talked about life in Venezuela, his experience with racism there, and in Europe, when he was traveling. We compared that to his experience with racism here in the United States, talked about his experience with the police in Missoula, Montana and he shares his message of love with us.
- [Interview with Melissa Kaplan of Gecko Designs](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-sponsors/interview-with-melissa-kaplan-of-gecko-designs/) - Tell Us Something director Marc Moss worked with the team at Gecko Designs to rethink the Tell Us Something website back in 2017 and they have been providing hosting and routine maintenance for the website ever since. Join head honcha Melissa Kaplan and Marc for an in-depth vist about Gecko Designs, the Tell Us Something
- [Interview with Ana Soulia - Founder and Owner of Inertia Physiotherapy](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-sponsors/interview-with-ana-soulia-founder-and-owner-of-inertia-physiotherapy/) - Inertia Physiotherapy helps Missoulians get to the root of their pain and heal their injuries so that they can live the active healthy lifestyle that they enjoy.
- [Interview with CEO of GatherBoard Molly Bradford](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-sponsors/interview-with-ceo-of-gatherboard-molly-bradford/) - When Molly decided to share her story at Tell Us Something, she also extended an offer of in-kind sponsorship to Tell Us Something. Molly is the CEO of Gatherboard. The Gatherboard.com site tells us that Molly Bradford has been involved in sales and marketing in the greater-Missoula area for nearly 15 years, working with
- [Interview with Dagny Deutchman and 'Gettin' in the Groove' Story](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-dagny-deutchman-and-gettin-in-the-groove-story/) - This week on the podcast, Dagny Deutchman and I revisit the story that she shared about guiding a river trip on the Salmon River. In the story, she shared how she dealt with a client who inappropriately expressed his displeasure at having to use a groover. We talk about how she might handle that differently. Dagney shares how Tell Us Something changed her life and we talk about some of the sleep research she’s been doing as she pursues her PhD.
- [Jennie Pak - "Drink This, it’s Good for You"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/jennie-pak-drink-this-its-good-for-you/) - Visiting her brother-in-law in Hong Kong, Jennie had an adverse reaction to all of the walking she's enduring. In an effort to help her heal, she undergoes a regimen of acupuncture, smudging and drinking a mysterious concoction whipped up by a Chinese Medicine Man. Born in Kalispell MT, Jennie Pak has deep Montana roots. A
- [Interview with Jennie Pak and her story 'Drink This, it's Good For You'](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-jennie-pak-and-her-story-drink-this-its-good-for-you/) - Visiting her brother-in-law in Hong Kong, Jennie had an adverse reaction to all of the walking she’s enduring. In an effort to help her heal, she undergoes a regimen of acupuncture, smudging and drinking a mysterious concoction whipped up by a Chinese Medicine Man.
- [Interview with Mike Calucchia](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/mike-calucchia-interview/) - This week on the podcast, Mike Calucchia talks about his dogs that he had in his truck for his story. We also learn about his aspirations to be a painter and hear about how he learned to cook from his Italian grandmother. After our conversation, you can hear the story as he shared it on the Tell Us Something stage.
- [Interview with Molly Bradford](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-molly-bradford/) - This week on the podcast, Molly Bradford and I revisit her story of harvesting a doe. I figured that, it being hunting season and all, now is a good time to share our conversation.Join us as we talk about hunting, motherhood and storytelling, then listen to the story as she shared it on stage.
- [Jill Beauchesne Alban - "Smoke and Mirrors: Watching a Night of Lies Unravel"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/jill-beauchesne-alban-smoke-and-mirrors-watching-a-night-of-lies-unravel/) - Jill’s Bronco driving friend is a bad influence. She convinces Jill to engage in an herbal adult activity that is becoming increasingly legal. They get caught when Jen thinks she's having a heart attack during the smoking event. The paramedics arrive. One lie leads to another. Jill must then talk to her hyper-vigilant father about
- [Jill Alban Interview](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/jill-alban-interview/) - Jill’s Bronco driving friend is a bad influence. She convinces Jill to engage in an herbal adult activity that is becoming increasingly legal. They get caught when Jen thinks she’s having a heart attack during the smoking event. The paramedics arrive. One lie leads to another. Jill must then talk to her hyper-vigilant father about what happened.
- [Interview with Joseph Grady (part 2)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-joseph-grady-part-2/) - Joseph Grady talks about his artistic endeavors, his story, and about his experience sharing it on the Tell Us Something stage. After our conversation, you’ll be able to listen to the story as he shared it on stage. Joseph Grady has an educational background in Social Work, Cultural, Racial Diversity, and the Arts at
- [Interview with Joseph Grady (part 1)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-joseph-grady-part-1/) - Joseph Grady sits down with Tell Us Something Director Marc Moss for a discussion about healthy communities, getting involved, and being part of something. We talked about the BLM movement, the power of protests, the power of storytelling and so much more.
- [Interview with Arthur Weatherwax and story “Life or Death We All Have Choices”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/19431/) - Arthur Weatherwax is an enrolled tribal member of the Blackfeet band of the Blackfoot Nation. Arthur is known by his family and friends, as well as hospital staff from Great Falls Benefits East and West, as a walking, talking miracle. Arthur wakes up every morning remembering the challenges that he has overcome. Arthur also realizes the importance of family and friends who motivated him. He told a story in front of a live audience on October 2, 2018 to a sold-out crowd at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “It’s Complicated”. Arthur calls his story “Life or Death We All Have Choices”.
- [Karla Theilen - "Guardian Angel Obstacle Course"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/karla-theilen-guardian-angel-obstacle-course/) - In 2002 Karla Theilen got a fortune cookie on an accidental road trip through Missoula that said, "Soon You Will be Sitting on Top of the World." Weeks later she happened into a fire lookout job on an 8,000 ft peak in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. She has been sneaking in and out of the backdoor
- [Interview with Karla Theilen and story “Guardian Angel Obstacle Course”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/interview-with-karla-theilen-and-story-guardian-angel-obstacle-course/) - I spoke with Karla Theilen in late June from her temporary home in Tuba City, AZ on her day off from taking care of COVID patients in the Navajo Nation. After our interview, stick around to hear her story “Guardian Angel Obstacle Course”.
- [Geoffrey Sutton - "El Golpe de Argentina"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/geoffrey-sutton-el-golpe-de-argentina/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Geoffrey Sutton and is titled “El Golpe de Argentina”. Thank you for listening.
- [Gary Delp - "The Old Mill"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/gary-delp-the-old-mill/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Gary Delp and is titled "The Old Mill". Thank you for listening. Gary
- [Charles "Abe" Abramson - "Saved by the B's!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/charles-abe-abramson-saved-by-the-bs/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Charles “Abe” Abramson and is titled "Saved by the "B's!". Thank you for
- [Paula Short - "Insights from a Gypsy Childhood" (or) "On the Road With my Dad"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/paula-short-insights-from-a-gypsy-childhood-or-on-the-road-with-my-dad/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Paula Short and is titled "Insights from a Gypsy Childhood” (or) "On the
- [Stranger in a Strange Land - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/stranger-in-a-strange-land/stranger-in-a-strange-land-part-2/) - Stories of an American tourist’s encounter with the secret police in 1970s Iran, overcoming hate in the grocery store, An Eastern African girl’s first experience in America and an American tourist in Paris just trying to find some relief.
- [Tell Us Something - Youth!](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/tell-us-something-youth/tell-us-something-youth/) - In the summer of 2019, Tell Us Something hosted a storytelling summer camp for youth at Zootown Arts Community Center. Seven young women worked together with Tell Us Something director Marc Moss for a week during the summer of 2019 to learn about how to decide what story to share, stage presence, story structure, elements
- [Did That Really Happen Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/did-that-really-happen/did-that-really-happen-part-2/) - A woman accidentally points a gun at Jim Beyer in a rough biker bar in the 1970s of Missoula when she tries to defend herself against a brutal attack from another guy in the bar. Jim Beyer has ridden motorcycles in Missoula for over 40 years. He says “I used to be cool, now I
- [Did That Really Happen Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/did-that-really-happen/did-that-really-happen-part-1/) - Our first story comes to us from Mignon Hess, who is is a boxer in Kalispell Montana when a horrific storm destroys the boxing club where she used to box. She calls her story “Boxing in the Floodplains”. Mignon Hess is a 46-yr-old retired engineer. She enjoys House Hunters international, hockey and Biga Pizza. She
- [Leap of Faith - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/leapoffaith/leap-of-faith-part-2/) - In this week’s podcast, you’ll hear stories about a man walking from Missoula, MT to Los Angeles, CA to raise money for the homeless, the points of light that ground us and keep us safe, and a daring horse rescue Lochsa River in north-central Idaho.
- [Tell Us Something - Meet the Storytellers - Preview](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/tell-us-something-meet-the-storytellers-preview/) - I’m excited to bring you stories from the archives and a behind the scenes look at Tell Us Something. In this new series I’ll sit down with a storyteller every week, and we’ll talk about what they’ve been up to, go more in depth with their story and get to know them a little better. The first episode of this new series features Ibrahin Mena. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so that you don’t miss any of the episodes and I look forward to you joining us for some good conversation.
- [Greg Ragan - "Finding Lions in Butte, America"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/greg-ragan-finding-lions-in-butte-america/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Greg Ragan and is titled "Finding Lions in Butte, America". Thank you for
- [Ann Karp - "Marcus"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/ann-karp-marcus/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Ann Karp and is titled "Marcus". Thank you for listening. Ann Karp understands
- [Gary Warchola - "120 Years Later" (or) "New York, Slovakia."](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/gary-warchola-120-years-later-or-new-york-slovakia/) - Gary Warchola has lived in New York and taught English in Austria. Montana keeps calling him back home. Gary studies education, and has worked as an actor, lifeguard, teaching assistant, at a renaissance fair, and played a murderer on a crime reenactment show. He would like to thank his parents for teaching him the joy
- [Geraldine Carter - "Do These Bike Shorts Make My Butt Look Giant?" (or) "Nothing Good Ever Comes From Looking at Your Butt in the Mirror."](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/geraldine-carter-do-these-bike-shorts-make-my-butt-look-giant-or-nothing-good-ever-comes-from-looking-at-your-butt-in-the-mirror/) - Geraldine Carter is a Mindset & Mindfulness Coach who focuses on helping busy, successful women trade in stress-and-overwhelm for clarity and peace of mind. She was once a 5-time marathoner, lived from a rolling duffel for 10 years, and has ridden her bicycle in more than 25 countries, including a 3-month trip from Burma to
- [Allison Cox - "Fork in the Road"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/allison-cox-fork-in-the-road/) - Allison Cox, 16 years old, stands at the top of a pyramid in Mexico, imagining that she is flying to another mountain across the landscape from her and that she has a giant wing covered with feathers instead of arms. She is at the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, the Feathered Serpent Pyramid. She shares her dream
- [Tommy Peterson - "Going Postal"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/tommy-peterson-going-postal/) - After losing his job at a small non-profit at the age of 60, Tommy Peterson eventually takes a job in which he reconnects with a customer that he had known for a long time. Having lived in a teepee at the base of the 14,000 foot southern Rockies, Tommy Petersen moved to Missoula and the
- [Becca Kelly - "6th and Van Buren"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/becca-kelly-6th-and-van-buren/) - Becca Kelly remembers a life changing night in 2002. She was carrying a double major in Russian and German. Marina Kanevskaya, her Russian professor was killed in a hit and run accident at 6th Street and Van Bueren, and Becca remembers how this affected her. Becca Kelly grew up in the countryside of Eastern Pennsylvania,
- [Michael Marsolek - "Going for the One in a Roundabout Kind of Way"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/michael-marsolek-going-for-the-one-in-a-roundabout-kind-of-way/) - Michael Marsolek quit his job in the restaurant industry, moving 750 miles back to Montana because of a song. Michael Marsolek is a musician and radio personality from Missoula. He is a singer, percussionist and professional Didgeridoo player and sings with the 24 voice acapella choir Dolce Canto. Michael is a founding member of Drum
- [Shobha Rao - "Ask Me Again"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/shobha-rao-ask-me-again/) - Shobha Rao, an immigrant from India, recalls two interactions with her peers that reminded her of when she helped her parents say "yes" to remaining in America. Shobha Rao is the author of the collection of short stories, "An Unrestored Woman". Kirkus Reviews called An Unrestored Woman "stunning and relentless." Booklist said of the collection, “Rao’s
- [David Allan Cates - "You Are A Stupid, Naked Boy"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/david-allan-cates-you-are-a-stupid-naked-boy/) - After being humiliated by a local where he was sunbathing in a strange place: on the ground next to a dusty Nigerian cross-roads market, David Allan Cates opens a novel for the first time and falls in love with the form. David Allan Cates is the author of five novels, most recently Tom Connor's Gift,
- [Pat Williams - "Best Advice"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/pat-williams-best-advice/) - Pat Williams visits Barry O'Larry in Butte, Montana when he runs for a legislative seat for the first time to get a little help and advice. Pat Williams hails from Butte, America & began his service as a grade school, junior high & high school teacher. Pat was a Montana State Legislator in 1967 and
- [Perri Knize - "Escape from New York"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/perri-knize-escape-from-new-york/) - Perri Knize was living in New York City, working as a graphic designer, and losing her sense of self, when she remembers her childhood dream of living alone in the woods. Perri Knize moved to Missoula in 1992 as a refugee from New York City. She’s the author of Grand Obsession: A Piano Odyssey, which
- [Neil McMahon - "Deus ex Buick"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/neil-mcmahon-deus-ex-buick/) - Neil McMahon is working as a carpenter on a construction site in a remote part of Montana when the call comes from his New York City publisher. Neil McMahon grew up in Chicago and moved to Montana in 1971. He is the author of a dozen thrillers, his favorite is “Lone Creek”, set near Helena.
- [Jamison Gordon - "Fork in the Sky"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/jamison-gordon-fork-in-the-sky/) - 16 year old Jamison Gordon sticks her first landing on her first solo as the youngest student pilot in the Bitteroot Valley & the only female pilot in the program. Jamison Gordon holds a BFA in Theater from the University of Montana. She is a former actress, writer, dancer, and artist. She is working on
- [John Engen - "Haunted by Water"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/john-engen-haunted-by-water/) - Missoula’s longest-serving mayor shares his story about how the fight to take ownership of Mountain Water Co. and the city’s drinking water system affected him personally. John Engen was born in Missoula and never left. He has a degree in journalism from the University of Montana and spent his late teens, twenties and thirties in
- [No Excuses](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/no-excuses/no-excuses/) - a rule-following good girl making a stand against injustice, a woman who uses kindness to diffuse a potentially dangerous situation in Brooklyn, New York, successful communication during a near-death experience on a mountain road and a neighborhood coming together to protect songbirds in a time of crisis.
- [Helena - "Getting Away with It" Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/getting-away-with-it-helena/helena-getting-away-with-it-part-2/) - Our podcast today was recorded in front of a live audience on May 9, 2019, at The Myrna Loy in Helena, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Getting Away With It”. Today we hear from four of those storytellers. Aaron Parrett, along with his band of misfits, buys weed from
- [Helena - "Getting Away with It" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/getting-away-with-it-helena/helena-getting-away-with-it-part-1/) - Our podcast today was recorded in front of a live audience on May 9, 2019, at The Myrna Loy in Helena, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Getting Away With It". Today we hear from four of those storytellers. Our first story comes to us from Gay Eyemon who
- [Steve Saroff - "Did the Shoes Fit?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/steve-saroff-did-the-shoes-fit/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Steve Saroff shares his story "Did the Shoes Fit?" A 20 year old Steve Saroff saves Gurvey English’s life as Mr. English sits dying in a wrecked car. Steve Saroff enjoys writing
- [Pat Abbe - “A Wanker is What a Wanker does” (or) “So You Want to Be a Wanker”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/pat-abbe-a-wanker-is-what-a-wanker-does-or-so-you-want-to-be-a-wanker/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Pat Abbe, shares his story "A Wanker is What a Wanker does" or "So You Want to Be a Wanker". Pat explains how he and 5 other guys were drunks with a running
- [Howard Kingston - "Don’t Pick up the Ball!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/howard-kingston-dont-pick-up-the-ball/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Howard Kingston shares his story "Don’t Pick up the Ball!". Howard Kingston, in 1978 has his mind blown when he is told the difference between subjective and objective and is told to
- [Joshua Daidone - "Three Forks and/or Bust(s)"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/joshua-daidone-three-forks-and-or-busts/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Joshua Daidone shares his story "Three Forks and/or Bust(s)". Joshua and 6 other people pile into a Jeep Grand Cherokee to venture to Teasers, a strip club out in Three Forks, MT.
- [Nichole Dunn - "The Zen Master and the Toy Bird"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/nichole-dunn-the-zen-master-and-the-toy-bird/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Nicole Dunn shares her story "The Zen Master and the Toy Bird". Where there is perception, there is deception. Nichole Dunn goes on a spiritual retreat at Plum Creek in Thailand and
- [Chris Torma - "Mr. Barton"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/chris-torma-mr-barton/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Chris Torma shares his story "Mr. Barton". A naive Chris Torma drives Mr. Barton to a car show in Phoenix in a Mercedes SL500. They end up at a karaoke bar. Mr.
- [Brian Marsh - "Pictures of Jesus" (or) "Whoa…Bitchin"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/brian-marsh-pictures-of-jesus-or-whoabitchin/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception”. Brian Marsh shares his story "Pictures of Jesus” or “Whoa…Bitchin". Brian Marsh is on a 3 month sabbatical trip with his family in Vatican City. On a tight timeline and without Metro
- [Pat Williams - "Bing in Butte"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/pat-williams-bing-in-butte/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Pat Williams shares his story "Bing in Butte". Bing Crosby spends time in Butte, MT to fish and get away from the spotlight fame brought him in
- [Jack Rowan - "In Heron Words"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/jack-rowan-in-heron-words/) - Jack’s family is keen on spending quality time with one another. However, he had no quality time with his father unless he was golfing. This becomes important later when Jack’s mother gets sick. He has a dream about a Great Blue Heron. Later he actually sees a Great Blue Heron in the desert of Arizona.
- [Karen McNenny - "Accidental Beauty Queen"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/karen-mcnenny-accidental-beauty-queen/) - A single mother who usually does her housework in fleece is gifted a dress from her sister-in-law who was working with Project Runway and acquires a dress made by one of the competing designers. Karen McNenny - is a native Missoulian and a fifth generation Montanan. Karen has had a diverse career path, stretching from
- [Blake Nicolazzo - "Freedom to Roam"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/blake-nicolazzo-freedom-to-roam/) - Blake Nicolazzo is originally from Cape Cod and moved to MT for the first time in 1995. She has only met one animal she didn't like, enjoys good company, dance parties, sailing on Flathead Lake, fields of fresh powder and cocktails on the beach with friends. She lives on the North Side of Missoula. Blake
- [Beth Jaffee - "Missoula's Dream Vortex and Other Good Ideas"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/beth-jaffee-missoulas-dream-vortex-and-other-good-ideas/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 16th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “These Dreams”. Beth steps into the Top Hat for the first time after Steve Garr, the previous owner, dies in order to honor his dream of bringing great live music to Missoula.
- [Pat Williams - "The Reverend King's Real Dream"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/pat-williams-the-reverend-kings-real-dream/) - Pat Williams hails from Butte, MT and attended the University of Montana and four other colleges. He taught for thirty years, including teaching postgraduate students at U of M for the past sixteen years. Pat served Montana for nine terms in the U.S. Congress from 1979 until 1997. That represents more consecutive terms than served
- [Ethan Siegel - "Supporting the Dream of a Young Father" (or) "It Takes a Village"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/ethan-siegel-supporting-the-dream-of-a-young-father-or-it-takes-a-village/) - Ethan Siegel arrived in Missoula 8 years ago and has spent the last 4 winters in Costa Rica, returning to Missoula each summertime to scramble eggs at the farmers market, double Dutch in the Old Post parking lot, and splash around in the Clark Fork river. At a very young age Ethan has a dream
- [Shelby Humphreys - "Feeling Comfortable in My Skin"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/shelby-humphreys-feeling-comfortable-in-my-skin/) - Shelby Humphreys is a Missoula native who tries to infuse sass and wit in everything she does. Learn more about Shelby and her journey here. This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 16th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “These Dreams”. Shelby's story is called "Feeling
- [Jim Beyer - "The Road to the 'Best Bar in America"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/jim-beyer-the-road-to-the-best-bar-in-america/) - Damon Ristau, director of the independent film “Best Bar in America” is in search of a motorcycle with a sidecar in Missoula, MT during the winter. The Montana Legends’ Annual New Year’s Day Ride is happening when Damon walks across the bridge and the adventure begins 6 months later. Jim Beyer lends Damon his motorcycle
- [Pat Abbe - "1971, Meher Baba, the Deep South, and Beyond"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/pat-abbe-1971-meher-baba-the-deep-south-and-beyond/) - Pat Abbe is on the 18th year of a 5 year plan splits his time between south Florida and Victor. He especially likes MT in the winter so he can get away from all the snow birds who fly south. Learn more about the work that Pat does at cabinetparts.com. A child of the 1960s,
- [Kevin Bassett - “Pushing the Comfort Zones in Ecuador”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/kevin-bassett-pushing-the-comfort-zones-in-ecuador/) - Kevin Bassett is a 24 year old who was born in New Hampshire but has lived in Missoula for almost 5 years. He graduated from UM with a degree in aquatic wildlife biology and has worked with salmon in Maine, Idaho, and Alaska. These experiences have fueled his love for traveling, fly fishing, and the
- [Katie Asaro -"I Didn't Sign up for Idaho" (or) "Kim Kardashian's Got Nothing on Me!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/katie-asaro-i-didnt-sign-up-for-idaho-or-kim-kardashians-got-nothing-on-me/) - Katie Asaro grew up in Gloucester, MA, moved to Missoula in 2011, and spent most of her life being introduced with a connection in front of her name. While she is quite proud of all of the relationships and connections in her life, tonight she is not Steve Asaro's daughter. She is not Mike LaPointe's
- [Michael English - "The Cipher"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/michael-english-the-cipher/) - Michael English is a wandering soul. An artist, musician, writer, head always in the clouds, and eyes to the stars, he's a drummer in a band. Check them out: letterbband.com. "The Cipher" can be translated into English as "serendipity". Michael and his best friend Jordan are on a road trip during a snowstorm in the
- [Carly Fetzer - "An Unexpected Visitor"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/carly-fetzer-an-unexpected-visitor/) - Carly’s brother David is an avid camper who enjoys camping in the Wind River range. After his passing, Carly’s father decides to take the entire family camping into the Wind River range in August, the time David used to go. They hiked to Miller Lake and endured an intense thunderstorm full of gold strips of
- [Ed Stalling - "A Gift For Dad"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/ed-stalling-a-gift-for-dad/) - In the Northeast corner of the New York Public Library lives the microfiche room which Ed and his brother Bob discovered as a magical place in NYC. There they find a fresh lead to go on in their genealogy research. Ed Stalling is no stranger to adventure. He spent years working in the woods of
- [Erin O'Brien - "Damn the Tornado, Full Speed Ahead!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/erin-obrien-damn-the-tornado-full-speed-ahead/) - Erin O’Brien Is happiest when she is in a park or listening to some sick beats. She’s probably sold you tickets at Rockin Rudys for a show here @ the Top Hat. Pat and Erin take her 2005 Toyota Corolla on a road trip from Missoula, MT to Chicago, IL by route of highway 212,
- [John Dendy - "Song Stories"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/john-dendy-song-stories/) - John Dendy is a songwriter and upright bass player living in Helena, MT. He grew up in Alabama and made it out alive, landing in Montana 20 years ago. He was supposed to be a big corporate success, but fortunately he took a hard left in the nick of time. This episode of Tell Us
- [Marc Moss - "Set the Night to Music"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/marc-moss-set-the-night-to-music/) - Marc Moss remembers when he discovered that marriage is more complicated than showing up and saying I do. I am a Missoula transplant. I arrived in the West after fleeing the doldrums of Akron, Ohio. I was a park ranger in Yellowstone National Park, & fell in love with the West. I decided I wanted
- [Bekhi Spika - "Stuck in a Sneeze"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/bekhi-spika-stuck-in-a-sneeze/) - Bekhi Spika learns that even in a small town, life is what you make of it. Bekhi Spika is navigating her 20s in a rural community, spending too much time making soup and putting together nude puzzles. She cannot think of anything more beautiful than the sunsets on her family's farm. This episode of Tell
- [Karla Theilen -­ "Revelation: Powered by Red Bull"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/karla-theilen-­-revelation-powered-by-red-bull/) - Karla Theilen shares about summers atop a mountain, and her first experience with Redbull. In 2002, Karla Theilen got a fortune cookie on an accidental road trip through Missoula that said, "Soon You Will be Sitting on Top of the World." Weeks later she happened into a fire lookout job on an 8,000 ft peak
- [Ben Brewer - "Sneaky Puppet-Master Little Fucker"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/ben-brewer-sneaky-puppet-master-little-fucker/) - Ben Brewer has a revelation within a revelation when he discovers that the mind cannot always be trusted. Ben Brewer has lived in Missoula since 2007. He is grateful for his family, including his wife Beth, and his 2 year old son Jack. Ben moved here for a girl and ended with up with a
- [Joyce Gibbs - "Sunbathing with Peter" (or) "Pot and Stew: A Child's Story"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/joyce-gibbs-sunbathing-with-peter-or-pot-and-stew-a-childs-story/) - Having pet rabbits isn't all it's cracked up to be for third grade Joyce Gibbs. Joyce Gibbs is a hunter, metalsmith, gardener, a good friend and great a listener. She is a fantastic wife. Without her it’s possible Tell Us Something may have ended before it began. She continues to grow and learn from the
- [Marlies Borchers - "The Hard Part of Tomorrow"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/marlies-borchers-the-hard-part-of-tomorrow/) - Lying in a hammock in the front yard, Marlies holds her husband's hand as he speaks to her in soothing tones. She stares at the sunlight dapples between the leaves wondering how she can face her daughter who's asking her what's wrong. Marlies Borchers is a second generation ceramics artist. She came to Missoula in
- [Bill McDavid - "So The People Will Live"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/bill-mcdavid-so-the-people-will-live/) - Growing up all Bill McDavid ever wanted was to be an Indian. Many of his decisions were made based on this dream. He learns something very important about himself after participating in his first Sun Dance. Bill McDavid once convinced his father to buy him a pet duck because if he thought he wouldn't have
- [Katie & Michael LaPointe - "Date Night"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/thats-not-how-it-happened/katie-michael-lapointe-date-night/) - Katie (then Asaro) is excited about date night & drinking White Russians at The Top Hat with her boyfriend Michael LaPointe. Mike eats a pot brownie after work before date night starts. Hilarity ensues. Katie Asaro LaPointe grew up in Gloucester, MA, moved to Missoula in 2011, for Hot Montana Guy. She came into her
- [Angela Miller - "AUS-some Trip to Holland"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/angela-miller-aus-some-trip-to-holland/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Angela Miller and is titled “AUS-some Trip to Holland”. Thank you for listening. Angela
- [Travis Doria - "24 Notes"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/travis-doria-24-notes/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Travis Doria and is titled “24 Notes”. Thank you for listening. Travis Doria honors
- [Sam Martinich - "The Duck Farm"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/sam-martinich-the-duck-farm/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Sam Martinich and is titled “The Duck Farm”. Thank you for listening. Sam Martinich
- [Georges de Giorgio - "A Pagan Feast in Rikitea"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/georges-de-giorgio-a-pagan-feast-in-rikitea/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Georges de Giorgio and is titled “A Pagan Feast in Rikitea”. Thank you for
- [Marc Moss - "Transformation"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/marc-moss-transformation/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Marc Moss and is titled “Transformation”. Thank you for listening. Marc Moss has lived
- [Brad Cederberg - "Regularity"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/brad-cederberg-regularity/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Brad Cederberg and is titled “Regularity”. Thank you for listening. Brad Cederberg takes the
- [Bob Zimorino - "The Road To Diabetes is Paved With Ding Dongs and Ho Hos"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/bob-zimorino-the-road-to-diabetes-is-paved-with-ding-dongs-and-ho-hos/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Bob Zimorino and is titled "The Road To Diabetes is Paved With Ding Dongs
- [Colin Hickey - "Rolling the Dice"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/colin-hickey-rolling-the-dice/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 21, 2017 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "Don't Look Back”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Colin Hickey and is titled "Rolling the Dice". Thank you for listening. Colin Hickey
- [It's Complicated - Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/its-complicated/3211/) - In this week’s podcast you’ll learn about a man’s exploration of his family’s ancestry, you’ll hear a young woman's struggle to keeping her young daughters safe while writing and promoting her first book and memoir while surviving domestic abuse at home, you’ll descend into addiction and come out on the other side, before finally making
- [Stranger in a Strange Land - Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/stranger-in-a-strange-land/stranger-in-a-strange-land-part-1/) - Our podcast today was recorded in front of a live audience on March 18, 2019, to a sold-out crowd at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Stranger in a Strange Land”. Today we hear from four of those storytellers. Mike Jakupcak, who moves to Missoula
- [What Are the Chances? Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/what-are-the-chances/what-are-the-chances-part-1/) - Our podcast today was recorded in front of a live audience on June 12, 2019 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “What Are the Chances?” Our first story comes to us from Mariah Kelly, who shares her tale of how her traveling companion and she
- ["It's Complicated" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/its-complicated/its-complicated-part-1/) - In this week’s podcast you’ll hear about a young woman’s journey to find her birth parents and the complications that result from that discovery, you will take a drunken ride in a car on homecoming night on a fateful drive near Browning, MT, you’ll buy a car in the heat of a Tennessee summer and finally, you will learn how to cook a the signature dish of a beloved chef, veal scaloppine alla marsala.
- ["Stranger in a Strange Land" - Audience Participation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/stranger-in-a-strange-land/stranger-in-a-strange-land-audience-participation/) - Audience members were invited to anonymously submit their stories on the night’s theme of “Stranger in a Strange Land”. Selected stories were chosen from a hat and read live on stage by Lauren Ciampa and Amy Thompson.
- [Marc Moss - "Parked Car"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/thats-not-how-it-happened/marc-moss-parked-car/) - On a rainy Easter Sunday, Marc Moss sits in the back of a police cruiser fighting back tears as his car sits wrecked, facing the wrong way in the street. After graduating from Kent State University in 1995 armed with an English degree & teaching certifications, Marc Moss moved west to teach in the world’s
- [Melissa Kaplan Silverman & Gabriel Silverman - "You Stole My Bike!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/thats-not-how-it-happened/melissa-kaplan-silverman-gabriel-silverman-you-stole-my-bike/) - A stolen road bike leads Gabriel Silverman & his then girlfriend Melissa Kaplan embark on their own little episode of Cops to reclaim the goods. Melissa Kaplan Silverman & Gabriel Silverman met in Chicago in 2005. Gabriel grew up in Missoula and enjoys all forms of biking and skiing, building shit with his hands and
- [Lisa Triepke - "Who Says Kids Don't Listen to Their Parents?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/lisa-triepke-who-says-kids-dont-listen-to-their-parents/) - Growing up around water and spending lots of time on The Big Blackfoot River gave Lisa Triepke a healthy respect for the water. Life on a lake is quite different from life on the river, though, and an afternoon on Placid Lake soon turns nearly deadly for her family. Lisa calls her story “Who Says
- [Jerry O'Connell - "Lost and Found"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/jerry-oconnell-lost-and-found/) - A knock on Jerry O'Connell's door yields an unexpected visitor seeking permission to fish in his backyard. He grants permission to Noah Maclean, on the condition that Noah join Jerry and the family for dinner. Noah agrees, and mistakenly leaves behind an important flybox. Jerry O'Connell founded Big Blackfoot Riverkeeper and is currently the executive
- [Jay Dixon - "Blackfoot River Rescue"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/jay-dixon-blackfoot-river-rescue/) - Jay Dixon of Dixon Adventures has clients on the boat and they are planning a 20 mile day on the Blackfoot. It’s the 3rd week of June during a Salmonfly hatch. With about an hour of daylight remaining, he sees a woman in distress on the rock scree above the river. With the help of
- [Juanita Vero - "Poop and Drowning, Relax"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/juanita-vero-poop-and-drowning-relax/) - Seven-year-old Juanita Vero brings up the rear in a string of horses, as her father leads a line of guests on a ride. Crossing The Big Blackfoot River gives her horse the opportunity to shake Juanita off, which it does, and Juanita’s instinct and training kick in. Juanita's calls her story “Poop and Drowning, Relax”.
- [Sarah Elkins - "Montana Anglers Never Lose Their Grip"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/sarah-elkins-montana-anglers-never-lose-their-grip/) - Sarah Elkins carries a small child in her backpack while flyfishing. Her self tied Wooly Bugger gets stuck in a tree and snaps off, breaking the rod. A mother’s instincts kicks in to determine how to safely gain shore with a broken rod and her child strapped to her. Sarah Elkins is a speaker, writer,
- [Tina Svaren - "Rip-Rap"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/tina-svaren-rip-rap/) - A routine day floating The Big Blackfoot River in a sturdy boat during high water soon turns into a rescue ordeal for Tina Svaren and her family. Her story is titled "Rip-Rap". Tina Svarenhas spent most of her life living in the Missoula and Bitterroot Valleys. She is an active participant in community theater in
- [Wendy Woollett - "Blackfoot River Horse"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/wendy-woollett-blackfoot-river-horse/) - Camping up The Big Blackfoot River, Wendy Woollett envies the big white horse she sees at Mile Marker 7. Over the course of many years she, sees this HORSE and eventually returns to it in a SURPRISING reunion. Wendy is excited to share her story, which she calls "The Blackfoot River Horse". Wendy Woollett is
- [Cindy Super - "Fairyland"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/cindy-super-fairyland/) - Cindy Super grew up just past Clearwater junction on the banks of the Blackfoot River and has had the river in her life since she was 2 years old. She calls her story "Fairyland". Cindy Super She left Montana after getting a Forestry degree from the University of Montana and returned home after 6 years
- [Josh Wagner - "Receipts"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/josh-wagner-receipts/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Josh Wagner shares his story "Receipts". Josh explains how an experience with a street vendor and a conversation with a woman on a bus while traveling in India
- [Tamara Love - "Grandma Negotiations"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/tamara-love-grandma-negotiations/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Tamara Love shares her story "Grandma Negotiations". Tamara returns to Michigan to care for her elderly grandmother, a hoarder who is prone to exaggeration. Tamara Love is a
- [Jeremy Smith - "Always, Only, At Least"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/jeremy-smith-always-only-at-least/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Jeremy Smith shares his story "Always, Only, At Least". Finally arriving in London to be with his girlfriend after a long-distance relationship, Jeremy instead takes the train to
- [Frances Scott - "What will the neighbors think?!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/frances-scott-what-will-the-neighbors-think/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Frances Scott shares her story "What will the neighbors think?!". Frances places in her father's casket a black and white photo of him and her daughter and a
- [Jim Ambrose - "The Tempest"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/jim-ambrose-the-tempest/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Jim Ambrose shares his story "The Tempest". Jim was bike messenger in San Francisco leads to a transformation in the emergency room after a conversation with the resident
- [Melissa Bangs - "Playing Monopoly with God"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/melissa-bangs-playing-monopoly-with-god/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Melissa Bangs shares her story "Playing Monopoly with God". Melissa loses her mind after giving birth and experiencing a month without sleep, ends up playing Monopoly with God,
- [Kyle McAfee - "Jack"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/kyle-mcafee-jack/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Kyle McAfee shares his story "Jack". Kyle McAffe becomes a landscaper with Jack, a brilliant ceramicist, perfectionist and drunk, then goes on a “Jack tour” of Portland, OR.
- [Michael LaPointe - "What Business do you Have With Mario?" (or) "Get This Kid a Cannoli"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/michael-lapointe-what-business-do-you-have-with-mario-or-get-this-kid-a-cannoli/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Michael LaPoint shares his story "What Business do you Have With Mario?” or “Get This Kid a Cannoli". Michael lives in Greenpont in Brooklyn, NY. He rents from
- [Marlies Borchers - "The Honey Wall"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/marlies-borchers-the-honey-wall/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “The Things We Carry”. Marlies Borchers shares her story "The Honey Wall". Marlies has very long hair, much like her great grandmother, who she goes to visit with her mother and grandmother.
- [Luke Morgan Allgeyer - "On Two Wheels"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/luke-morgan-allgeyer-on-two-wheels/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Luke Morgan Allgeyer shares his story "On Two Wheels". Luke travels with his boyfriend Sam on a 1800 mile bike ride, carrying with them everything that they need for the trip,
- [You Can't Sleep Here - Making a New Story at the Yellowstone River](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/you-cant-sleep-here-making-a-new-story-at-the-yellowstone-river/) - Josh Slotnick finds gold camping on the banks of the Yellowstone River, but not the kind you’re thinking of. This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on December 12th, 2017, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Getting
- [Changing The Narrative](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/changing-the-narrative/) - Victoria Gannon shares her story of defiance, reckoning, and getting away with being exactly as she is. Victoria (Katy) Gannon grew up in Missoula and is the youngest of five in a loud and chaotic family. She currently works for Meyer, Shaffer & Stepans, a law firm in Missoula where she is the firm's primary
- [Richelle DeVoe - How I Became a Boy Scout](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/how-i-became-a-boy-scout/) - Richelle DeVoe shares her story of being a Boy Scout, getting thrown out, and making something better. This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on December 12th, 2017, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Getting Away With It”.
- [Audience Participation - Getting Away With It](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/audience-participation-getting-away-with-it/) - This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on December 12th, 2017, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Getting Away With It”. Lauren Ciampa and Alex King read from the anonymously contributed "Getting Away With It" stories from
- [Court-Ordered Christmas](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/court-ordered-christmas/) - This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on December 12th, 2017, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Getting Away With It”. Kristi Hager, painter, writer and photographer, has been working in Montana since 1984. She wrote the text
- [Dixie Raile - "Not to Touch the Walls"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/dixie-raile-not-to-touch-the-walls/)
- [Lisa Venuti - "Ganja, Hedonism, and Burning Spear"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/lisa-venuti-ganja-hedonism-and-burning-spear/) - A family vacation to Jamaica gets complicated on the return trip in a story from Lisa Venuti.
- ["Risk" Part 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/risk/risk-part-2/) - Our first story comes to us from Joe Nickell, who shares his discovery story about the world of polyamory in this coming of age tale. Joe calls his story "Coming Out Poly". Joe Nickell is a leftie writer and the creator and cohost of the first TV series ever broadcast on the Internet. He plays
- [Tell Us Something - "Risk" Audience Participation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/risk/tell-us-something-risk-audience-participation/) - Our podcast today was recorded in front of a live audience on June 13, 2018 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Risk”. Audience members were invited to anonymously submit their stories on the night’s theme of “Risk”. Selected stories were chosen from a hat and
- ["Risk" Part 1](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/risk/risk-part-1/) - Delany Wascherol is 17 years old and on the precipice of womanhood as she contemplates jumping off a cliff in Utah with some badass women. She calls her story “Testing Gravity”. Delany Wascherol is an avid volunteer of many Missoula nonprofits, a backpacking enthusiast, an artist and a self-identified cool girl. A merit badge in
- [Right Place Right Time - Act 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/right-place-right-time-act-2/) - Aa love story from Paraguay to NYC, a mysterious voice that manifests into reality on a forest service road late one night, a party in the front row at a Bruce Springsteen concert and a German immigrant’s introduction to ‘Merica. Listen to all of these stories in this week's podcast.
- [Heather Adams - “In and Out of Africa”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/heather-adams-in-and-out-of-africa/) - This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on March 20th, 2018, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Right Place, Right Time”. After years of imagining the life and rhythm of Africa, Heather Adams visits Malawi in Southeast Africa.
- [Sarah Black - "It Got Better"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/sarah-black-it-got-better/) - After falling in love and marrying the man of her dreams, Sarah Black meets someone new who knows more Ani DiFranco songs than she does and this changes everything.
- [Great Alex Miller - Scott](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/alex-miller-great-scott/) - This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on March 20th, 2018, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Right Place, Right Time”. After attending MisCon Alex Miller meets Doc Brown who takes him for a ride back to the
- [Michael Peery Herrick - A Question to Consider](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/michael-peery-herrick-a-question-to-consider/) - This episode of the Tell Us Something podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on March 20th, 2018, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story on the theme “Right Place, Right Time”. A heart attack gives voice to the recurring question in Michael Peery Herrick’s life and he returns
- [Barry Gordon - "Norwegian Breakfast"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/barry-gordon-norwegian-breakfast/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Barry Gordon, shares his story "Norwegian Breakfast". Barry Gordon leaves the bucket upright on the boat, 79 year old Leif, the captain, who is Norwegian and superstitious, instructs him that he
- [Marisa Franz - "My Forgotten Place"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/marisa-franz-my-forgotten-place/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Marisa Franz shares her story "My Forgotten Place". Marisa Franz struggles with the seemingly unchangeable circle of violence and poverty in Browning and communities like it as she remembers her 6
- [Stephanie Wing - "Rafting the Lochsa"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/stephanie-wing-rafting-the-lochsa/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Stephanie Wing shares her story "Rafting the Lochsa". Stephanie Wing instructs her rescuer to let her go as she is falling out of the boat on the Locsa River, falling back
- [Brian Marsh - "Extreme Love"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/brian-marsh-extreme-love/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Brian Marsh shares his story "Extreme Love". Nakuru Kenyan orphans, many of them with drug addictions, are fed by the faith community in Nakuru, including Brian Marsh and others from Montana,
- [Courtney Blakely-Shields - "Jitterbug is an Emergency"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/courtney-blakely-shields-jitterbug-is-an-emergency/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Courtney Blakely-Shields shares her story "Jitterbug is an Emergency". Courtney, a Missoula police officer, stops by the bar while on break but on shift, and is asked to dance by a
- [Nita Maddox - "The Game is Rigged"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/nita-maddox-the-game-is-rigged/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Nita Maddox shares her story "The Game is Rigged". Nita has a moment of clarity, has illusions stripped away from her in jail, gets straight As in high school, deals weed
- [Kate Morris - "Punk Rock Girl"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/kate-morris-punk-rock-girl/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Kate Morris shares her story "Punk Rock Girl". Kate Morris, being from Montana, has a true understanding of what punk rock is, and proves this on her trip to Spokane to
- [Kim Maynard - "Don’t Hop Through the Barstow Yard"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/kim-maynard-dont-hop-through-the-barstow-yard/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Kim Maynard shares her story "Don’t Hop Through the Barstow Yard". Kim learns how to hop trains and gets busted in Barstow Yard. Kim Maynard is all about adventure, connection, and
- [Ben Weiss - "Finishing Out the Cycle"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/ben-weiss-finishing-out-the-cycle/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Ben Weiss shares his story "Finishing Out the Cycle". Ben has an odd way of preparing for a crabbing trip to the San Juan Islands. Ben Weiss moved to Missoula in
- [Ingrid Biehl - "That Really Happens?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/ingrid-biehl-that-really-happens/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Ingrid Biehl shares her story "That Really Happens?". Ingrid Biehl is a 16 year old high school student trying to figure out her sexuality. Ingrid Biehl was born on a glorious
- [Steve Gonzales - "Flush Busted"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/steve-gonzales-flush-busted/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Steve Gonzalas shares his story "Flush Busted". Steve visits a friend’s grandmother in her home and has to get creative when the toilet overflows without a plunger in sight. Steve Gonzalas
- [Jennifer Edwards - "Priscilla the Fierce"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/jennifer-edwards-priscilla-the-fierce/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Jennifer Edwards shares her story "Priscilla the Fierce". Jennifer acquires a brood of chickens that contains an unexpected rooster. Jennifer Edwards is an artist handywoman and wannabee farmer. She lives in
- [Reid Reimers - "AKA: Angus Jocko Ferguson"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/reid-reimers-aka-angus-jocko-ferguson/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on August 19th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Busted!”. Reid Reimers shares his story "AKA: Angus Jocko Ferguson". Reid is on a rescue mission to Great Falls to rescue his roommate, Angus Jocko Ferguson from jail. Reid Reimers is a
- [Doug Doty - "Pain, Emptiness and Breathing"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/doug-doty-pain-emptiness-and-breathing/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Doug Doty shares his story "Pain, Emptiness and Breathing". Doug Doty is feeling sad and sorry for himself staring at the boxes of his broken relationship while
- [Geoff Pepos - "6 Dollar Kids"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/geoff-pepos-6-dollar-kids/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Geoff Peops shares his story "6 Dollar Kids". It's 1974. Geoff and his friend have some guidelines for getting into mischief: Make it inconvenient for parents, do
- [Joshua Slotnick - "Art, Love and Other Acts of Bad Judgement"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/joshua-slotnick-art-love-and-other-acts-of-bad-judgement/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Joshua Slotnick shares his story "Art, Love and Other Acts of Bad Judgement". Josh, a 25 year old traveler, off to visit his friend Paul in Thailand
- [Luke Morgan Allgeyer - "Love Under Fire"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/luke-morgan-allgeyer-love-under-fire/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Luke Morgan Allgeyer shares his story "Love Under Fire". Luke, a gay man in his 20s, is too young to know what love is. when he thinks
- [Ray Risho - "You Have Ten Minutes"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/ray-risho-you-have-ten-minutes/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Ray Risho shares his story " You Have Ten Minutes". In 1964, Ray Risho has his last 2 weeks in the US army after having been drafted.
- [Georges de Giorgio - "Waiting for His Majesty’s Royal Reprimand"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/georges-de-giorgio-waiting-for-his-majestys-royal-reprimand/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Georges de Giorgio shares his story "Waiting for His Majesty’s Royal Reprimand". It’s 1947 and Georges is in Antarctica, 17 years old, George V’s ships to come
- [Acton Douglas - "Peter, Pete, Peaches"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/acton-douglas-peter-pete-peaches/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Acton Douglas shares his story "Peter, Pete, Peaches". Acton’s friend Pete is dying of HIV related complications. Acton has to say goodbye to his friend when the
- [Cheyenne Aura Rogers - "What are the Chances?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/cheyenne-aura-rogers-what-are-the-chances/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Cheyenne Aura Rogers shares her story "What are the Chances?". Living in Kalispell, Cheyenne wishes to be closer to her brothers. One of whom, Cedar, lived in
- [Jon Turk - "Wishing for Nature to be Something it Isn't"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/jon-turk-wishing-for-nature-to-be-something-it-isnt/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Jon Turk shares his story "Wishing for Nature to be Something it Isn't". On a 1500 mile kayak expedition near Ellesmere Island Jon Turk wished for warmth
- [Emily Walter - "The Inland Sea"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/emily-walter-the-inland-sea/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Emily Walter shares her story "The Inland Sea". Emily agrees to provide in-home care for a 99 year old man, and discovers the real mystery of life.
- [Mark Gibbons - "Drummond Drive In" (or) "Planning to Remodel"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/mark-gibbons-drummond-drive-in-or-planning-to-remodel/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Mark Gibbons shares his story "Drummond Drive In" (or) "Planning to Remodel". Mark Gibbons works as a mover for a moving company with Lumpin Leo and Leapin
- [Jo Deurbrouck - "Scissors"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/jo-deurbrouck-scissors/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Jo Deurbrouck shares her story "Scissors". Jo Deurbrouck travels to Indonesia. On the last day of the trip, she is in Taipei City, Taiwan, she is accosted
- [Pat Williams - "Taken In"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/pat-williams-taken-in/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 10th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was "Be Careful What You Wish For". Pat Williams shares his story "Taken In". Tip O’Neil gives Pat Williams some advice about being careful what you wish for in preparation for Pat’s family’s impending
- [Tell Us Something - Fathers Day Special](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/special/tell-us-something-fathers-day-special/) - The stories in this program include a young Jewish boy struggling to please his father, a second-generation immigrant who takes his family to a lake in Michigan as a result of a family story, an important discovery in the basement of the New York City Public Library and a theatre director whose car breaks down on a mountain pass during a time of great chaos.
- [Steven Begleiter - "My Father and Football"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/steven-begleiter-my-father-and-football/) - After a rousing bout playing street football, Steven learns that his father is called back to Germany to testify against a concentration camp guard. Over the course of the next several years, Steven learns what life was like for his father in the concentration camp while at the same time trying to please his father
- [Lily Gladstone - "Real Role"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/lily-gladstone-real-role/) - Following your dreams can feel like getting bucked off of a horse. Lily Gladstone shares her story about the time that she finally gave Chance a chance. Lily Gladstone was raised on the Blackfeet Reservation in Northwestern Montana. Of mixed heritage, Lily’s tribal affiliations include Kainai, Amskapi Piikani and Nimi'ipuu First Nations. In 2008, she
- [Tell Us Something Season 7 episode 1 act 5](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/tell-us-something-season-7-episode-1-act-5/) - Our first set of stories features mead sample sippers at a farmers market, love stories in a bookstore, at The Top Hat and Luke’s Bar, true love under the Higgins Street Bridge, and meeting President Obama. These stories and more in this week’s audience participation podcast brought to us by Lauren Ciampa and Sara
- [Aaron Parrett - "Confessions of a Dissolute Banjoist"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/aaron-parrett-confessions-of-a-dissolute-banjoist/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Aaron Parrett and is titled "Confessions of a Dissolute Banjoist". Thank you for listening.
- [Brian - “Downward Spiral”](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/getting-away-with-it/brian-downward-spiral/)
- [Maxon McCarter - "Putting the Why in Wyoming"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/maxon-mccarter-putting-the-why-in-wyoming/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Maxon McCarter shares his story "Putting the Why in Wyoming". Ordering pizza after drinking Hamms and Robitussin in a dead end former oil boom town turns into an unimaginable junk show. Maxon
- [Jim Beyer - "Carla Called"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/jim-beyer-carla-called/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Jim Beyer shares his story "Carla Called”. Jim explains the difference between how men and women deal with confrontation using a visit to the clinic as a jumping off point. Jim Beyer
- [Colee Garr - "A Top Hat Story"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/colee-garr-a-top-hat-story/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. This podcast is no longer available. Colee Garr is a yoga instructor in the Hawaiian Islands and was formerly one of the owners of The Top Hat Lounge after her father, the
- [Tricia Opstad - "Mad World"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/tricia-opstad-mad-world/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Museum, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch.
- [Kyle McAfee - "My Remote Control Has a Black Belt in Karate"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/kyle-mcafee-my-remote-control-has-a-black-belt-in-karate/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Museum, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch.
- [Jeremy Smith - "Beautiful"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/jeremy-smith-beautiful/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Museum, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch.
- [Beau Lamb - "Ricco"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/beau-lamb-ricco/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Beau Lamb shares his story "Ricco". Snowboarding, Janes Addiction and skateboarding are the things that bind a friendship with Ricco Von Schmekle. That, and $80 sheets of LSD are what it takes to build
- [Katie Oly - "Lucky on Mount Cameroon"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/katie-oly-lucky-on-mount-cameroon/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Katie Oly shares her story "Lucky on Mount Cameroon". Katie is lucky to have been selected to be allowed to join a hike up Mount Cameroon, a 13,000 foot mountain in West Africa, and
- [Tahj Kjelland - "Alchemy"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/tahj-kjelland-alchemy/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Tahj Kjelland shares his story "Alchemy”. On an Indian timeline, a hippie timeline, a self described Gypsy timeline, his family asks him to pull it together and just be on time. Tahj
- [Susan Maruca - "The Laying on of Hands: Exploring the Boundaries of Belief"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/susan-maruca-the-laying-on-of-hands-exploring-the-boundaries-of-belief/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Musuem, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch. Susan Maruca, shares her story
- [Marc Moss - "778 Miles in the Back of a Truck"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/marc-moss-778-miles-in-the-back-of-a-truck/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Marc Moss shares his story "778 Miles in the Back of a Truck". After being spoiled in seeing big musical acts by living in the Cleveland, OH area growing up, Marc must travel 12
- [Mike Robinson - "El Gordito"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/mike-robinson-el-gordito/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Mike Robinson shares his story "El Gordito". A geologist takes a seismic job at an open pit gold mine. There is dynamite involved. McGyver shows up to help configure the detonation mechanism. Mike Robinson
- [David Mills-Lowe - "Fixing Windmills" (or) "Saying Goodbye to Dad"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/david-mills-lowe-fixing-windmills-or-saying-goodbye-to-dad/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". David Mills-Low shares his story "Fixing Windmills" or "Saying Goodbye to Dad". David is blessed with a moment of stillness when the car he is driving breaks down on Bozeman Pass. He has the
- [Kristi Hager - "11-11-11"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/kristi-hager-11-11-11/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Kristi Hager shares her story "11-11-11". The peacenik Kristi, en route to visit her family at Christmas, encounters a Vietnam vet with a broken leg. She has no words, but he starts
- [Mark Sundeen - "Storm"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/mark-sundeen-storm/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on October 9th, 2012 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Forgiveness”. Mark Sundeen shares his story "Storm". Seduced by the tragedy of a suicidal individual, Mark discovers that Storm is out to protect him from himself. Mark Sundeen is the author of The
- [Jesse Stokes - "I Hate That About Climbing"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/jesse-stokes-i-hate-that-about-climbing/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honour of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Jesse Stokes shares his story "I Hate That About Climbing". Jesse Stokes is hungover and heading
- [Heather Day - "Only Ten Minutes"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/heather-day-only-ten-minutes/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honour of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Heather Day shares her story "Only Ten Minutes". Heather Day spends time in line, in a
- [Don John Linton - "Fighting the Mechanic's Son"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/don-john-linton-fighting-the-mechanics-son/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honour of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Don John Linton shares his story "Fighting the Mechanic’s Son". Tommy the bully confronts Don John,
- [Adrienne Elise - "Spirit Dog"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/adrienne-elise-spirit-dog/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honour of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Adrienne Elise shares her story "Spirit Dog". Adrienne Elise adopts a dog, and, unexpectedly, learns that
- [Aaron Roos - "10 Hours in Africa"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/aaron-roos-10-hours-in-africa/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honor of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Aaron Roos shares his story "10 Hours in Africa". Near death with sickness, Aaron must travel
- [Katy-Robin Garton - "A Sister Story"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/katy-robin-garton-a-sister-story/) - This special edition of Tell us Something in conjunction with the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival was recorded on February 19, 2013 at Monks. The theme was “Ten” in honor of the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival's 10th anniversary. Katy-Robin Garton shares her story "A Sister Story". Katy-Robin Garton bickers with her sister about who
- [Jessica Muri - "What They Don’t Give You at the Border"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/jessica-muri-what-they-dont-give-you-at-the-border/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Jessica Muri shares her story "What They Don’t Give You at the Border". Jessica explains how Craigslist helped her become an avid Subaru driver after having driven a VW her first
- [Natalie Dawson - "Extremely Tight Clothing"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/natalie-dawson-extremely-tight-clothing/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Natalie Dawson shares her story "Extremely Tight Clothing". 27 below zero with the windchill, Natalie Dawson of Detroit, and 700 other people sit in a circus tent waiting for the temperature
- [Josh Wagner - "Felony Reflections"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/josh-wagner-felony-reflections/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Josh Wagner shares his story "Felony Reflections". Josh shares a story of the time he experienced ultimate synchronicity of the underlying fabric of the universe and the time he committed and got
- [Jim Ambrose - "Leveling my Playing Field"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/jim-ambrose-leveling-my-playing-field/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on March 21, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Extremes”. Jim Ambrose shares his story "Leveling my Playing Field". Playing soccer his freshman year of college in Central Illinois on a competitive division II team, Jim Ambrose’s team plays well in
- [Greg Johnson - "A Tale of Two Brothers"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/greg-johnson-a-tale-of-two-brothers/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Gregory T. Johnson shares his story "A Tale of Two Brothers". Greg, the Vietnam War protester, and his brother, a Marine who served in Vietnam, get into fisticuffs at Christmas Dinner.
- [Susi Risho - "A Promise Broken, Thank God"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/susi-risho-a-promise-broken-thank-god/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Susie Risho shares her story "A Promise Broken, Thank God". After years of running restaurants, Susie’s husband Ray swears of future restaurant ownership, saying, “never again”. Then Abe comes up with
- [Samuel Jaxin Enemy-Hunter - "Father of My Father"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/samuel-jaxin-enemy-hunter-father-of-my-father/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Samuel Jaxin Enemy-Hunter shares his story "Father of My Father". Samuel Jaxin Enemy-Hunter grew up on the reservation. He was told to never leave the res. He became depressed and left
- [Stephanie Wing - "The Hut"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/stephanie-wing-the-hut/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Stephanie Wing shares her story "The Hut". Stephanie lives in a shed with no running water for two years with her ten year old daughter. She makes a promise to her
- [Tahj Kjelland - "Flat Rock"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/tahj-kjelland-flat-rock/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Tahj Kjelland shares his story "Flat Rock". Tahj Kjelland’s father was stationed on an aircraft carrier in Vietnam. When he returned, he moved to Missoula and became a carpenter. Tahj asked
- [John Engen - "Owls"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/john-engen-owls/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. John Engen shares his story "Owls". John Engen breaks the promise he made to himself as a young man to never return to the Top Hat. He keeps his promise he
- [Amy Rosendahl - "Accidents Happen"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/amy-rosendahl-accidents-happen/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Amy Rosendahl shares her story "Accidents Happen". Amy Rosendahl’s boyfriend of 3 years has an accident while speed flying. He almost dies, but together they get to a point where he
- [Andrea Davis - "An Auction Saved Her Life"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/andrea-davis-an-auction-saved-her-life/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Andrea Davis shares her story "An Auction Saved Her Life". A week’s rental in Baja with her husband allows Andrea the opportunity to save someone’s life. Andrea Davis is from the
- [Michael Marsolek - "Parenting for Life Plan"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/michael-marsolek-parenting-for-life-plan/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on December 3rd, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Promises”. Michael Marsolek shares his story "Parenting for Life Plan". Michael Marsolek’s eldest daughter is 29, the youngest are 8 and 7. While living in Arlee, MT, Michael gets a call from
- [Gabby Grant - "U-Turn"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/gabby-grant-u-turn/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Gabby Grant shares her story "U-Turn". That last moment in life, we ask if we are OK with our life. Gabby Grant - started her life from
- [Joe Stone - "The Time is Now"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/joe-stone-the-time-is-now/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”. Joe Stone shares his story "The Time is Now". Joe opens up his mind to what is possible in any situation. It’s limitless. Make it happen now!
- [Elise Baker - "Bloody Dumptruck"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/elise-baker-bloody-dumptruck/) - Elise Baker shares her story of how her family has a close call on the Alberton Gorge when her sister and everyone else is thrown from the boat on one of the whitewater rapids. Elise Baker is a freshman at Hellgate this coming school year. She was born in Missoula into an extremely adventurous family.
- [Kendra Mylnechuk - "When Life Imitates Art"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/kendra-mylnechuk-when-life-imitates-art/) - Kendra Mylnechuk meets her biological mother for the first time. She ends up having a much more spiritual encounter than she could ever have anticipated. Kendra Mylnechuk hails from Lake Oswego, Oregon. After studying acting at The University of Montana, she became known for films such as 2 Days in New York, Winter in the
- [Kate Morris - "Are you there God? It’s Me, the Fainting Hipster"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/kate-morris-are-you-there-god-its-me-the-fainting-hipster/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Kate Morris shares her story "Are you there God? It’s me, the Fainting Hipster". Bleeding out is terrifying and Kate is worried about it happening to her, when -- well, her mom gave her
- [Nate Biehl - "An Exploration into Memory Encoding"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/nate-biehl-an-exploration-into-memory-encoding/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Musuem, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch.
- [Caroline Keyes - "Mixtape Meanderings – an Audio Diary"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/caroline-keyes-mixtape-meanderings-an-audio-diary/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on December 15th, 2011 at the Missoula Art Museum, and features six storytellers telling a story based upon the theme “Dear Diary”, which tied into the art exhibit that was a fictionalized account of “The Lost Journals of Sacajawea” by artists Deborah Magpie Earling and Peter Rutlige Koch.
- [Grace Decker - "With My Parents"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/grace-decker-with-my-parents/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was “Rites of Passage“. Grace Decker shares her story "With my Parents" exploring the rite of passage that is leaving home. Her story is underscored by the memory of the only time her parents took her and only
- [Joyce Gibbs - "Turning Eight"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/joyce-gibbs-turning-eight/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Joyce Gibbs shares her story "Turning Eight" in which she talks her mother into buying her a nice pair of shoes, which she loses -- allegedly in a snow bank. Joyce Gibbs was raised
- [Samantha Steven - "Plenty of Fish"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/samantha-steven-plenty-of-fish/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Samantha Steven shares her story "Plenty of Fish" in which she remembers that online dating can be a rite of passage for many, but a first date at Hooters? This is just the beginning….
- [Caroline Temple - "Greyhound Grace"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/caroline-temple-greyhound-grace/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Caroline Temple shares her story "Greyhound Grace". Caroline is a true friend to her friends, promising to make a visit to her about-to-be-mother friend. She tries and fails numerous times to buy a plane
- [Michael LaPointe - "14 Titanium Pins"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/michael-lapointe-14-titanium-pins/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on March 7th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "Rites of Passage". Michael LaPointe shares his story "14 Titanium Pins". A trip to Capone’s Bar with Trish results in an against-all-odds fix of his broken bones by Debra Parisi. During the healing process, Mike gets bored.
- [Don John Linton - "The Bragster" (or) "The Summer That I Learned Pizza Sauce Eats Car Paint"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/don-john-linton-the-bragster-or-the-summer-that-i-learned-pizza-sauce-eats-car-paint/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Don John Linton shares his story "The Bragster, or The Summer That I Learned Pizza Sauce Eats Car Paint". In the Bike Ride Across Georgia, the BRAG, Don John and his crew pick up
- [Dawn Anderson - "North! To Alaska!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/dawn-anderson-north-to-alaska/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Dawn Anderson shares her story "North! To Alaska!". Dawn and Mike set their intention to move to Alaska for the summer. The Subaru that they are driving to Alaska overheats and challenges her intention.
- [Jaime Stathis - "Picked By Luck"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/jaime-stathis-picked-by-luck/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Jaime Stathis shares her story "Picked by Luck". Jamie reluctantly attends a party just outside of Missoula, MT where she is adopted by Lucky Dog. Jaime Stathis has called Missoula home for most of
- [David Tyson - "The Story of How We Met at a Storytelling Event Not Unlike This One"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/david-tyson-the-story-of-how-we-met-at-a-storytelling-event-not-unlike-this-one/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". David Tyson shares his story "The Story of How We Met at a Storytelling Event Not Unlike This One" David gets lucky in love at a Moth story slam in Chicago. David Tyson makes
- [Reid Reimers - "Boiled Bat Wings" (or) "I’m big in Asia"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/reid-reimers-boiled-bat-wings-or-im-big-in-asia/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on May 29th, 2012 at the Top Hat. The theme was "I Got Lucky". Reid Reimers shares his story "Boiled Bat Wings” or “I’m big in Asia”. A tall guy in Asia gets dragged to a dangerous neighbourhood after a bad case of dysentery. Reid Reimers is a
- [Bob Campbell - "My Meeting With Jeannette Rankin, A Living Legend Returns to Montana, 1972"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/bob-campbell-my-meeting-with-jeannette-rankin-a-living-legend-returns-to-montana-1972/) - This quarter’s Tell us Something was recorded on June 11th, 2013 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “Perception” Bob Campbell, shares his story "My Meeting With Jeannette Rankin, A Living Legend Returns to Montana, 1972". Bob Campbell was speaking on the Bill of Rights Committee at the 1972 Montana Constitutional
- [Jack Rowan - "Don’t Go in the Water"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/jack-rowan-dont-go-in-the-water/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”.Jack Rowan shares his story "Don’t Go in the Water". Jack shares a humorous cautionary tale about not waiting, and getting married too quickly.Jack Rowan does his best
- [Chris LaTray - "Rockin' Ass Bound"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/chris-latray-rockin-ass-bound/) - This edition of Tell Us Something was recorded on February 18th, 2014 at the Top Hat Lounge in Missoula, MT. The theme was “What Are You Waiting For”.Chris LaTray shares his story "Rockin' Ass Bound". Chris goes to visit his future mother-in-law for the first time in a rickety barely running van. They live somewhere
- [Brian Upton - "Parting Ways with Henry Miller in Egypt"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/brian-upton-parting-ways-with-henry-miller-in-egypt/) - Brian Upton buys Henry Miller’s Tropic of Capricorn at Shakespeare and Company in Paris, France. He begins reading the book in Alexandria and discovers that the book is considered pornography in Egypt.Brian is originally from the Great Lakes country and came to Missoula from Indonesia in the mid-90's to go to the University of Montana.
- [Caitlin Hofmeister - "Real Job"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/caitlin-hofmeister-real-job/) - Caitlin Hofmeister dreams of becoming a film-maker like Kelly Reichardt. She works with a producer named Neil Kopp on a film called Wendy and Lucy. She moves to Missoula, MT to go to film school then lands a job on a YouTube channel, eventually producing Sci Show, still thinking that it was not a real
- [Tracy Worley - "How A Steering Wheel, 100 MPH, and Montana Highway Patrol Changed My Mind"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/tracy-worley-how-a-steering-wheel-100-mph-and-montana-highway-patrol-changed-my-mind/) - In 2008, the company Tracy worked for was hiring six figure executives instead of downsizing. Three years later Tracy finds herself being downsized. She drives Highway 200 back to Idaho to turn in her keys back at the corporate office, Tracy finds herself having a conversation with a Montana State Highway patrolman after being pulled
- [Alex Alviar - "The Worst Asian Ever"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/alex-alviar-the-worst-asian-ever/) - A child in 1943 hides in the lilies of a lake in the Philippine village of Tarlac as the Japanese occupy his village. He goes on to move to Detroit and become a doctor. This story fills Alex with awe and inspires him to take his child to a lake in Michigan, years later, infusing
- [Kelly Bouma - "Serendipity, Missoula"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/kelly-bouma-serendipity-missoula/) - At the tender age of four years old, Kelly Bouma meets and falls in love with Kyle McAffee. The next 30 years prepare her to realize that love despite all of the mind changing.Kelly Bouma just finished her MFA in Acting at the university this spring. Originally from the Chicago area, Kelly now calls Missoula
- [Karla Theilen - "A Nurse and a Writer Walk Into a Bar..."](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/karla-theilen-a-nurse-and-a-writer-walk-into-a-bar/) - Wanting to be a writer when she grows up is much like wanting to be a unicorn or a leprechan, so Karla Theilen didn't talk about it. Instead she shares her other dream of wanting to be a nurse from another era, say, the Crimean War. These two dreams coalesce over time as Karla makes
- [Lily Gladstone - "Choice and Chance"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/lily-gladstone-choice-and-chance/)
- [Mason Catmull - "Walking Pneumonia Sucks"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/mason-catmull-walking-pneumonia-sucks/) - Sick for 2 months with walking pneumonia, Mason shares his story of that experience as well as learning about Craniosacral healing, exploring themes of fear and learning about his own health welfare.Mason Catmull’s interest in Xbox has been been slightly marginalized by the pursuit of the perfect standing backflip. He's randomly fascinated by most things
- [Jack Catmull - "A Tale of Two Dog Bites"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/jack-catmull-a-tale-of-two-dog-bites/) - A wiener dog and a huge dog each take a bite out of Jack Catmul on two separate occasions. He shares these experiences with us as part of the Zootown Arts Community Center 2015 storytelling summer camp graduation.Jack Thomas Catmull is 13 years old and loves art and writing. He’s wreaked havoc in the halls
- [Metika Begleiter - "Bella the Cat"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/metika-begleiter-bella-the-cat/) - Metika Begleiter shares how her family came to adopt a cat.Metika is going to be a sixth grader at Washington Middle School. Born in Kathmandu she now resides in Missoula.She is a voracious reader and loves murder mysteries. She plays piano and cello and really enjoys watching musicals from the 40s and 50’s. She also
- [Makesh Begleiter - "A Walk to the Park"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/makesh-begleiter-a-walk-to-the-park/) - Makhesh Begleiter shares a tale of a mutiny against his summer camp teacher by locking a her inside the fence at Lowell School.Makhesh is going to be a seventh grader at Washington Middle School. Born in Kolkata, India, he spent his formative years in Philadelphia and is now happy to make his home in Missoula.
- [Lucia Baker - "Big Sky Shenanigans"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/lucia-baker-big-sky-shenanigans/) - Staying in the Huntly Lodge at Big Sky Ski Resort, Lucia, her sister and their friend seek to freak out some of the other guests and are caught by the ski patrol.Lucia Baker raced in Ratpod this year, and raised over $1,000 for Camp Mak-a-Dream as a result. The Ratpod race is 130 miles in
- [Tracy Worley - "No Exit Strategy"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/tracy-worley-no-exit-strategy/) - Tracy Worley is loyal and has no exit strategy for marriage when suddenly her husband announces that he is leaving her. She explains whey she stayed as long as she did. Tracy Worley strives to always live in the moment, drinking in the beauty that constantly surrounds her. Her energy is contagious and she has appeared
- [Debbie Hirshberg - "Roar"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/debbie-hirshberg-roar/) - Drinking and smoking her way through her twenties in Missoula, Montana after she retired from her career as a Hotshot in the Forest Service, Debbie meets the bass player in The Tom Catmull Band who shows her around Missoula and re-introduces her to herself. They end up working at Honey Teriyaki together, falling in love
- [Barbara Bartmess - "Colorado Honeymoon--A Rocky Start"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/barbara-bartmess-colorado-honeymoon-a-rocky-start/) - Barbara Bartmess is a single mother with three girls in 1979 when she meets Jim. After a whirwind romance, they marry. Their honeymoon in Twin Lakes, CO begins with a rainy hike in an area Jim had not been in a long while. This misadventure is the first of many in the beginning of their
- [Emily Johnson - "California Transplant"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/emily-johnson-california-transplant/) - 16 year old Emily Johnon struggles with aneorexia during her tenure at a Catholic high school in California when she has her first hard alcohol at a party with Dakota Fanning. Ms Fanning offers Emily her first cigerette. Emily breaks the fourth wall by asking Ms. Fanning about her best friend Kristin's dating habits. All
- [Stephanie Wing - "There's No Place Like Home"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/stephanie-wing-theres-no-place-like-home/) - Stephanie Wing's love affair with The Wizard of Oz becomes personified in her life when she attempts to go to a different place than the one she was in. She lives on the prairie in Aurora, CO in the 80s. Her dad teaches her how to fight. It was years later that she was finally
- [Brian Marsh - "Give Us This Day"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/brian-marsh-give-us-this-day/) - Brian Marsh helps 67 musicians from the Hellgate High School Wind Ensemble carry their instruments onto the stage at Carnegie Hall as 1 of 6 schools in America in NYC performing in the Wind Band Festival. The performance was for Brian an experience of healing, an experience of growth and magic. They performed David Maslanka's
- [Karen McNenny - "Frisbee Dudes" (or) "Won't You Be My Neighbor"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/montana-festival-of-the-book-2015/karen-mcnenny-frisbee-dudes-or-wont-you-be-my-neighbor/) - Some college students move into Karen's neighborhood causing consternation to her. She worries that they will disrupt the neighborhood made up mostly of families. Instead, they introduce themselves, become friends with her kids and "throw disc" with them whenever they can.Karen McNenny has had a diverse career path, stretching from her days performing as an
- [Chris LaTray - "If You Don't Ask, You Can't Hear Yes" (or) "Wolf Watching with John Vaillant"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/montana-festival-of-the-book-2015/chris-latray-if-you-dont-ask-you-cant-hear-yes-or-wolf-watching-with-john-vaillant/) - Chris LaTray is a little raw after being up for two days on a road trip to Yellowstone National Park with author John Vaillant and shares his realizations from the last 48 hours.Chris LaTray is a writer, photographer, and traveler. His freelance writing and/or photography has appeared in the Missoula Independent, the Missoulian, Montana magazine,
- [Susan Maruca - "On a Mission at Mr. Donut"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/montana-festival-of-the-book-2015/susan-maruca-on-a-mission-at-mr-donut/) - Susan Maruca finishes her night shift at Mr. Donut in Buccannan, West Virginia to find Mr. Sly Eyes asleep in the front seat of her car. She knows that he is the best candidate for the job. Listen to find out what the job is and if he got it done.Susan Maruca is a scientist,
- [Josh Slotnick - "Smoke and Fall Gone"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/montana-festival-of-the-book-2015/josh-slotnick-smoke-and-fall-gone/) - Josh Slotnick is a vegetable farmer. He remembers the night in 2000 that the Hells Angles arrive in Missoula. The same night the North Hills catch fire. Downtown Missoula is overcome with out of town cops in riot gear. The Rainbow Gathering folks are in town as well. Missoula fills with smoke from wildland forest
- [Acton Seibel - "2008 Was a Great Year"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/acton-seibel-2008-was-a-great-year/) - In 2006 Acton gets his dream job. He then decides to transition from a woman to a man. He walks into his boss’ office and demands to be recognized as a man.Acton Seibel makes lamps and other furniture from reclaimed items that he finds around town. Acton is fascinated with the art of waste and
- [Paul Scarr - "Scambodia"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/paul-scarr-scambodia/) - While on vacation in Cambodia, Paul is invited to the home of a local for a friendly card game that quickly turns into high stakes poker.Paul Scarr is the type of person that works to live and doesn’t live to work. A native of Marietta, GA, he has been working seasonally and living permanently in
- [Kevin Harrington - "A Little Humor Goes a Long Way"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/kevin-harrington-a-little-humor-goes-a-long-way/) - Ryan, in Kevin's care, is injured at a high altitude on a Boy Scout trip. It's a teachable moment in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.Kevin Harrington was always the friendly face you saw at the Food Farm ringing up your groceries. He was on the road for a number of years in a little red
- [Steve Gonzales - "The Good the Bad and the Smuggler"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/steve-gonzales-the-good-the-bad-and-the-smuggler/) - Making to the 4PM Bikram Yoga Missoula class from Great Falls, MT was a motivator for Steve Gonzalas as he tries to make it home to Missoula, MT from Great Falls, MT. He ends up in The Twilight Zone: Canada.Steve Gonzalas is a third generation plasterer, lives in Polson and Missoula, MT. Although he drives
- [Susie Risho - "He Got Me With the Oldest Trick in the Book"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/susie-risho-he-got-me-with-the-oldest-trick-in-the-book/) - Susie Risho describes how she met and fell in love with her husband Ray.Susie Risho is an artist and storyteller living in Missoula, MT. She is on the board and is a founding member at Montana Story Keepers. Learn more about her work at montanastorykeepers.comThis edition of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of
- [Mike Steinberg - "How I Got Fired From Hollywood"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/reel-stories/mike-steinberg-how-i-got-fired-from-hollywood/) - Getting lost in Saint Louis on the way home from the airport, noticing a potential safety hazard on set and pointing it out to the creative director & missing a phone call are all reasons to get fired from a job in the late 1990’s Hollywood. Mike Steinberg recounts the details surrounding each one of
- [Greg Johnson - "From Seaweed to Star Wars" (or) "How I Auditioned for George Lucas"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/reel-stories/greg-johnson-from-seaweed-to-star-wars-or-how-i-auditioned-for-george-lucas/) - It's 1973 and Mark Hamill has not yet been cast as Luke Skywalker. Greg Johnson meets George Lucas in a coffeeshop to talk about the possibility of auditioning and gets a chance.Greg Johnson is the Artistic Director of the Montana Repertory Theater, the Professional Theater in Residence program of the School of Theater & Dance
- [Michael Murphy - "My First Shot: Boardwalk, 1978"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/michael-murphy-my-first-shot-boardwalk-1978/) - Michael Murphy remembers the first film in which he acted. It turns out show biz isn't known for its sentimental nature.Michael Murphy moved to Missoula in 1992 after a successful career as a stage, film and television actor. In New York he was a member of the renowned Circle Repertory Company from 1976-92, and played
- [Joseph Grady - "Conversation With Crow"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/joseph-grady-conversation-with-crow/) - Joseph Grady shares a story about sitting drunk in a field full of ramshackle abandoned, decaying buildings and the conversation he has with a crow that changes his life. Joseph Grady studied acting at the University of Montana before landing a role in Winter in the Blood in 2013. He continues putting his heart into
- [Allison Whitmer-"Here Kitty, Kitty" (or) "The Producer’s Dead Cat goes to the Vet"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/allison-whitmer-here-kitty-kitty-or-the-producers-dead-cat-goes-to-the-vet/) - Allison Whitmer recounts her unexpected job expectations while producing a film in Milwaukee. Time is running out as she tries to properly dispose of the remains of her producer's deceased pet. For the past 18 years, Allison has been involved in filmmaking, beginning with The Horse Whisperer, a Robert Redford classic, and most recently, an
- [Zac Thomas - "Gratitude"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/reel-stories/zac-thomas-gratitude/) - Zac Thomas and a wandering band of gypsy artists find extraordinary generosity in unlikely places Zac Thomas hails from Butte, MT. He figured out how to restore the historic Covellite Theater in Butte, MT and has been active in independent film for years including The Orphan Girl, Love Like Gold, and The Triangle, which premiered
- [A.H. - "Anne Sexton Pleasure Reading"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/illumination-revelation/a-h-anne-sexton-pleasure-reading/) - A.H. remembers the loneliness of spending Thanksgiving in a hospital room and shares the story of how she came to be there. A.H. is a kitty and kid-lover, verbal processor, social worker, and justice seeker. Bicycles are her first love. Feisty and at times outraged, A. is a fierce champion of children and families and
- [Susan Hansen - "Paradox Pairdox" (or) "Serendipity in a Construction Zone"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/susan-hansen-paradox-pairdox-or-serendipity-in-a-construction-zone/) - Vanity license plates allow Susan Hansen to connect with the people who saved her life. Susan Hansen is proud to be the 7th and final daughter of the daughter of the daughter of the daughter......(you get it) to have lived in Virginia City, Montana. She loves creating art in many mediums especially watercolors and stained
- [Dagny Deutchman  - "Gettin' In The Groove"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/dagny-deutchman-gettin-in-the-groove/) - Dagney, guiding a river trip on the Salmon River, tries her best to be empathetic to Ken, a client who is having difficulty adapting to being outside in such an unfamiliar environment. Dagny Deutchman is a life enthusiast. She collects postcards and people wherever she travels and tries incredibly hard to shower on a regular
- [Louie Vero - "The Filipino... Cowboy?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/louie-vero-the-filipino-cowboy/) - Louis Woodrow Vero born 1939 in Sacramento, California. He cowboyed after college in Idaho and Oregon and ended up on a dude ranch in Greenough, Montana, where he married the boss's daughter and-- to paraphrase Winston Churchill-- he lived happily ever after. Our cowboy hero gives us the background to understand how he came to
- [Nicole Sweeney - "Home"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/nicole-sweeney-home/) - Nicole Sweeney is a professional internet user and video editor caught in a lifelong battle between a love of travel and a hatred of putting on real pants. She loves maps, semicolons, and doing things that scare her. She struggles with writing personal bios and public speaking. Saving money when living in Southern California requires
- [Juanita Vero - "Existential Mozzarella"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/juanita-vero-existential-mozzarella/) - Juanita Vero is part of the fourth generation on a dude ranch in Greenough, Montana. She says it's like City Slickers meets Dirty Dancing meets The Horse Whisperer with A River Runs Through It and some Downton Abbey. Juanita Vero and her brother are motivated by food growing up. Unpasteurized milk from the cows on
- [Sawyer Connelly - "Destroy the Evidence: A Masturbation Story"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/sawyer-connelly-destroy-the-evidence-a-masturbation-story/) - When plumbing and puberty go wrong, Sawyer Connelly finds himself standing in inches of water from the fast overflowing toilet wondering how to get rid of the evidence. Sawyer Connelly spends less time flooding houses these days and more time working to protect the indomitable western landscape. Originally from Northern New England, Sawyer found his
- [Svein Newman  - "Renter's Insurance"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/svein-newman-renters-insurance/) - Born in Norway, Svein Newman was kicked out of that country as a child for being bad at skiing. He has roamed around Montana ever since. He grew up on family farmland in south-central Montana, went to college here at UofM, and after a six and a half year stint in Billings (which he loves),
- [Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me? Audience Participation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me-audience-participation/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on March 29th, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story based on the theme “Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me?”.Today’s podcast comes to us from our audience members. Attendees were asked to share a brief story on
- [Katrina Farnum - "Purging the Surfaces Before Moving onto the Self"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/katrina-farnum-purging-the-surfaces-before-moving-onto-the-self/) - Katrina Farnum is a local herbalist with a passion for plants, fungi and the wild untamed niches that are waiting all around us. Born in Montana and full of spit and vinegar, she works daily to change stigmas that stunt us as a culture from moving forward fully with passion and integrity. Katrina Farnum opens
- [Rachel Dierken - Amsterdam, Not What I Had in Mind](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/rachel-dierken-amsterdam-not-what-i-had-in-mind/) - 21 Year old Rachel Dierken Couchsurfs right into an abandoned warehouse inhabited by squatters. Born and raised just outside of Missoula, 25 year old Rachel Dierken gets her pulse checked on airplanes by flight attendants because she sleeps so hard. She once got her foot stuck in the slide of a trombone and she
- [Sean Hawkings - "The Suckerfish"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/sean-hawkings-the-suckerfish/) - Relaxing after a long day in the wilderness, Sean Hawkings agrees to join a friend on a short river float. "You won't even have to paddle," she tells him. Sean Hawkings first came to Montana as a ski bum. He was a lift operation specialist and took much pride in drinking PBR and bumping chairs
- [Angela Miller - "Oh, Balls!  Don't Just Take the Antibiotics!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/angela-miller-oh-balls-dont-just-take-the-antibiotics/) - Angela Miller, pinch hitting for her husband Clint, shares their story about Twitter, cancer and the power of the Internet. Clint Miller has lots of Twitter followers. When he falls ill with testicular cancer, they come forward full force to support him and his family. Angela Miller is a 30-something Seattle-born Montana-transplant. She is the
- [Steve Gonzales - "I Swear That’s Me!"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/steve-gonzales-i-swear-thats-me/) - Busted by the Border Patrol on the way to Tijuana, 17 year old Steve Gonzales regrets having followed his friend’s bad advice. He must now face the wrath of his mother. Steve Gonzales is a third generation plasterer living in Polson, MT working mostly in Missoula. He taught me how to sling a hawk &
- [Jeff Ducklow - "Lost in Kauai"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/jeff-ducklow-lost-in-kauai/) - Getting lost in the jungle is the wrong kind of adventure. With a dying cell phone, no water and only a thin poncho, Jeff Ducklow is charged by a wild boar and drinking his own urine before his dramatic rescue. Jeff Ducklow is no stranger to adventure. Born without a sense of direction, made worse
- [Audience Participation - Bad Advice](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/audience-participation-bad-advice/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on June 22nd, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story based on the theme “Bad Advice”. Today’s podcast comes to us anonymously from audience members, who had the opportunity to shared their stories on the "Bad
- [Ethan Sky - "Parasites and Ice Cream"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/ethan-sky-parasites-and-ice-cream/) - A three year old boy is bitten by mosquitos and contracts papalomoyo. An untrained Western father tries to treat it using native Costa Rican natural medicine. Ethan Sky came into his own in 2009 when he launched Ninja Mike's, the best breakfast sandwich in Missoula Ninja Mike’s allowed him to work summers in Missoula &
- [Broch Gnose - "Big Kid's Hill"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/broch-gnose-big-kids-hill/) - Broch Gnose and his best friend Dean's plans to use inner tubes to bomb down the hill in the snow are foiled when Broch's mom forces them to sled with the little kids. Until, finally, they were allowed to go off alone, where they find a huge hill with unforeseen consequences at the bottom. Brock
- [Melissa Lynn - "The Chafe"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/melissa-lynn-the-chafe/) - After being gifted a bicycle, Melissa Lynn is compelled to accompany the gifter on a 150 mile "flat" bike ride. Born and raised in MT, Melissa Lynn is a first grade teacher at Lowell School. A Cultivator of lofty goals & connoisseur of cheap red wine, her life motto is "Do it until it ain't
- [Jon Turk - "Don't Do Anything Stupid"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/jon-turk-dont-do-anything-stupid/) - Jon Turk, along with Eric Boomer, kayak south in the Nares Strait in the Arctic Ocean, a strait that is 12 miles wide and full of chunks of ice smashing into one another. Jon Turk received his Ph.D. in chemistry in 1971 and wrote the first environmental science textbook in North America. He has since
- ["The Unlikliest of Places" - Audience Participation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-unlikliest-of-places/the-unlikliest-of-places-audience-participation/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 13, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 8 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The Unlikliest of Places”. Today’s podcast comes to us from This edition of the Tell Us Something podcast comes to us from audience
- [Emily Free Wilson - "The Best Weed Ever"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/emily-free-wilson-the-best-weed-ever/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Emily Free Wilson and is titled "The Best Weed Ever". Thank you for listening.
- [Elizabeth Rivard - "My Baby's Leaving Home"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/elizabeth-rivard-my-babys-leaving-home/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Elizabeth Rivard and is titled "My Baby's Leaving Home". Thank you for listening. Elizabeth
- [Laura King - "My First Pregnancy"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/laura-king-my-first-pregnancy/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Laura King and is titled "My First Pregnancy". Thank you for listening. Laura King,
- [Andrea Cross Guns - "Me, the Sea, and the City"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/andrea-cross-guns-me-the-sea-and-the-city/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Andrea Cross Guns and is titled "Me, the Sea, and the City". Thank you
- [Sarah Elkins - "I'm Impulsive, Not Stupid"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/sarah-elkins-im-impulsive-not-stupid/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Sarah Elkins and is titled "I'm Impulsive, Not Stupid". Thank you for listening. Sarah
- [Andy Shirtliff - "The First Time I Stopped a Bank Robbery"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/andy-shirtliff-the-first-time-i-stopped-a-bank-robbery/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Andy Shirtliff and is titled "The First Time I Stopped a Bank Robbery". Thank
- [Jessica Peterson - "My Daughter's Spirit Animal: A Duck"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/jessica-peterson-my-daughters-spirit-animal-a-duck/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on April 6, 2017 at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story. The theme was "The First Time”. Today’s podcast comes to us from Jessica Peterson and is titled "My Daughter's Spirit Animal: A Duck". Thank you for
- [Kim Maynard - "Road Wary"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/kim-maynard-road-wary/) - Kim Maynard shares her story of traveling abroad gone amuck. Kim Maynard has a passion for adventure that sometimes gets out of control. She’s worked in conflict zones around the globe and fought forests fires at home, but some of the wildest adventures have been on a personal front. Storytelling is a thread that weaves
- [Alex Sakariassen - "Reluctant Journey"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/alex-sakariassen-reluctant-journey/) - Alex Sackersen remembers when his friend Melissa Weaver invited him to be her date at a wedding. His journey with her takes a very unexpected turn. This story is lovingly dedicated to Melissa Weaver and the Weaver family. Alex Sackersen is a 2008 graduate of the University of Montana's School of Journalism. Hailing from a
- [Steve Gonzales - "Help Me, I'm Melting"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/steve-gonzales-help-me-im-melting/) - Steve Gonzales makes his third appearance on the Tell Us Something stage and shares his story of discovering magic mushrooms in a pasture. Steve Gonzales is a third generation plasterer living in Polson, MT working mostly in Missoula. Tonight marks his third appearance on the Tell Us Something stage. Learn more about Steve and his
- [Alex Miller - "Mother/Son Bonding: A Cautionary Tale"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/alex-miller-mother-son-bonding-a-cautionary-tale/) - Alex Miller's first experience with a geared bicycle is unlike anything most of us have experienced in this road trip story about mother-son bonding. Alex Miller is 12-year-old human from the sunny, exotic paradise of Lolo, Montana. He has two eyes, two ears, a nose, a mouth, two arms, and two legs. He is the
- [Jason Weiner - "You Must Come Stay with My Family"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/jason-weiner-you-must-come-stay-with-my-family/) - Jason Weiner recounts his travels in a far-reaching corner of the world. Jason Wiener is doing things more often than he is buying things and he is always looking for an excuse to go somewhere new. He recently returned from a walkabout and is still unpacking from that trip. He grew up in Concord, New
- [Pat Abbe - "You Can Do what you Can't Do"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/pat-abbe-you-can-do-what-you-cant-do/) - Pat Abbe shares a story about a Vespa ride gone wrong. Pat has always wanted to perform on a stage where the band Yeasayer has performed and thanks to Tell Us Something he gets to do that tonight at the Wilma. Has been a big fan of Tell Us Something for several years, and has
- [Kathy Witkowsky - "Do Dreams Really Come True?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/kathy-witkowsky-do-dreams-really-come-true/) - Kathy Witkowsky tells us about meeting the love of her life Kathy Witkowsky has spent most of her life as a journalist, researching and telling other people's stories in newspapers and magazines, on the radio, and in documentary films. Tonight she's branching out, and is going to share a story of her own. This episode
- [Hilly McGahan - "Border Limes"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/hilly-mcgahan-border-limes/) - Hilly McGahan shares about her family and their road trip to Mexico. Hilly McGahan was born and raised in Arlee, MT. She has worked as a domestic violence attorney on the Flathead Reservation since 2012. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Montana in 2007, and her juris doctor from the University of
- [Svein Newman - "Hold My Bag?"](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/svein-newman-hold-my-bag/) - Svein Newman remembers the first time he traveled internationally after 9/11. Born in Norway, Svein Newman was kicked out of that country as a child for being bad at skiing and has roamed around Montana ever since. He grew up on family farmland in south-central Montana, went to college here at UM, and after a

## Testimonial

- [Carly Fetzer, Tell Us Something storyteller](https://www.tellussomething.org/testimonials/carly-fetzer-tell-us-something-storyteller/) - I shared a story that was important to me to a packed house. It felt good. But what felt even better were the minutes before going on stage, chatting with other storytellers, boosting each other up, and briefly feeling linked to people that I most likely wouldn’t have met otherwise. I’m very grateful for my
- [Stephanie Wing, Tell Us Something storyteller](https://www.tellussomething.org/testimonials/stephanie-wing-tell-us-something-storyteller/) - Stepping up on the stage for the first time was one of the scariest risks I have ever taken. It was so good for me to share my stories... Anytime I challenge myself to face my fears, which public speaking is one I grow as a thinking, compassionate human.
- [Kim Maynard, Tell Us Something storyteller](https://www.tellussomething.org/testimonials/kim-maynard-tell-us-something-storyteller/) - I simply lost myself in my own story. I was vulnerable, open, making mistakes, telling people about my fear and they were loving it. It connected me with my own community in a way nothing else does. It seems like sharing stories serves as an opening to the vulnerability in all of us and links
- [Jack Rowan, Tell Us Something storyteller](https://www.tellussomething.org/testimonials/jack-rowan-tell-us-something-storyteller/) - By participating in Tell Us Something I discovered something new: I can also gain and retain tremendously by telling my own stories. What previously felt like small spinets of my life, with little context, shared through disjointed conversations over the years have transformed into powerful insights about myself and what is most important to me.

## Galleries

- [The Power of Place](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/the-power-of-place/)
- [Self-Evident](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/photos-self-evident/)
- [Walk on the Wild Side](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/walk-on-the-wild-side/)
- ["Lost and Found"](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/lost-and-found/)
- ["Never Again" - September 2024](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/never-again-september-2024/)
- ["Going Home" in collaboration with Missoula Pride](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/going-home-in-collaboration-with-missoula-pride/)
- [Close to the Edge](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/close-to-the-edge/)
- [It's the Little Things - December 2022](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/its-the-little-things-december-2022/)
- [The Kindness of Strangers - December 2023](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/the-kindness-of-strangers-december-2023/)
- [Lost in Translation](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/lost-in-translation/)
- [Neighbors - Missoula Pride Collaboration, June 2023](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/neighbors/)
- [Neighbors - Missoula Pride Collaboration, June 2023](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/neighbors-missoula-pride-collaboration-june-2023/)
- [The First Time - March 30, 2023](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/the-first-time-march-30-2023/)
- ["Letting Go" Live Storytelling Event - September 27, 2022](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/letting-go-live-storytelling-event-september-27-2022/)
- ["Didn't See That Coming" Summer 2022, Bonner Park, Missoula, MT](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/didnt-see-that-coming-summer-2022-bonner-park-missoula-mt/)
- [Stone Soup](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/stone-soup/)
- [Forward to Better - Summer 2021 Live In-Person Storytelling Event](https://www.tellussomething.org/bwg_gallery/forward-to-better-summer-2021-live-in-person-storytelling-event/)

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## Episodes

- [Why I Stayed](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/why-i-stayed/) - Please join us for an evening of stories based around the theme: “Why I Stayed”. 6 storytellers share their true story. Stories last ten minutes.
- [Oldest Trick in the Book](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oldest-trick-in-the-book/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on September 15th, 2015 . Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Oldest Trick in the Book”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Illumination/Revelation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/illumination-revelation/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on December 8, 2015, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. Storytellers shared their story based on the theme “Illumination/Revelation”.
- [Why Didn't Anyone Tell Me?](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/) - Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me? Tuesday, March 29, 2016 7:00 PM 9:00 PM The Wilma131 South Higgins AvenueMissoula, MT, 59802United States (map) Google Calendar ICS
- [Bad Advice](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/bad-advice/) - This episode of Tell Us Something was recorded in front of a live audience on June 22nd, 2016, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT. 9 storytellers shared their story based on the theme “Bad Advice”.
- [That's Not How it Happened!](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/thats-not-how-it-happened/) - 5 duos each have approximately 10 minutes to share a true personal story from memory TOGETHER based on the theme “That’s not How it Happened!”. Tickets printed on a vintage letterpress with type hand set by Aaron Parrett of Territorial Press in Helena, MT. This event takes place at The PEAS Farm, which is owned by Missoula County Public Schools. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW. THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT! CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS.
- [Fork in the Road](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/fork-in-the-road/) - 9 storytellers have 10 minutes to share a true personal story from memory on the theme: “Fork in the Road”. Tell Us Something is proud to be part of the Montana Book Festival once again this year. Tickets are $8 pre-sale/$10 day of show. Get your tickets here: http://ticketf.ly/2b5IcT9 Doors open at 6:30pm stories begin at 7:00pm
- [Don't Look Back](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/dont-look-back/) - 8 storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Don’t Look Back”. Stories are ten minutes long and told from memory.
- [The First Time](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/the-first-time/) - 8 storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “The First Time”. Stories are ten minutes long and told from memory.
- [On the Road](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/on-the-road/) - 8 Storytellers share their true personal story from memory on the theme “On the Road”. Stories are shared without notes. Your community. Your stories. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true.
- [Up the Blackfoot](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/up-the-blackfoot/) - 8 STORYTELLERS SHARE THEIR TRUE PERSONAL STORY FROM MEMORY ON THE THEME “UP THE BLACKFOOT”. Stories are shared without notes Your community. Your stories. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Tell Us Something is proud to partner with In the Footsteps of Norman Macleanfor this event.
- [Getting Away With It](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2017/getting-away-with-it/) - 8 STORYTELLERS SHARE THEIR TRUE PERSONAL STORY FROM MEMORY ON THE THEME “GETTING AWAY WITH IT”. Stories are shared without notes. Your community. Your stories. Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma for the season finale December 12, 2017. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Getting Away With It”. Tickets are on sale now at The Top Hat, online or by phone at 877-987-6487. All tickets are general admission with seating on first come, first served basis. All ages are welcome. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Perception](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/perception/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on June 11, 2013. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Perception”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Dear Diary](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2011/dear-diary/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on December 15, 2011. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Dear Diary”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Rites of Passage](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/rites-of-passage/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on March 7, 2012. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Rites of Passage”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [I Got Lucky](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/i-got-lucky/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on May 29, 2012. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “I Got Lucky”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Forgiveness](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2012/forgiveness/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on October 9, 2012. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Forgiveness”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Ten](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/ten/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on February 19, 2013. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Ten”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Extremes](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/extremes/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on March 21, 2013. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Extremes”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Be Careful What You Wish For](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/be-careful-what-you-wish-for/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on October 10, 2013. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Be Careful What You Wish For”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Promises](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2013/promises/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on December 3, 2013. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Promises”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [What Are You Waiting For](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/what-are-you-waiting-for/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on February 18, 2014. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “What Are You Waiting For”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Busted](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/busted/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on August 19, 2014. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Busted”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [The Things We Carry](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/the-things-we-carry/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling onOctober 9, 2014. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “The Things We Carry”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [These Dreams](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2014/these-dreams/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on December 16, 2014. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “These Dreams”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Adventure](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/adventure/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling on February 17, 2015 . Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Adventure”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Oops I Changed My Mind](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/oops-i-changed-my-mind/) - Please join us for an evening of stories based around the theme: “Oops! I Changed My Mind”. Storytellers share their true story. Stories last ten minutes.
- [The Unlikliest of Places](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2016/the-unlikliest-of-places/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on December 13, 2016. Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “The Unlikliest of Places”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Reel Stories](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/reel-stories/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on October 1st, 2015 . Storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Reel Stories”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Montana Festival of the Book (2015)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/montana-festival-of-the-book-2015/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling to The Dennison Theater at the University of Montana on September 11, 2015 . Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [ZAAC Summer Youth Camp (2015)](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2015/zaac-summer-youth-camp-2015/) - Please join us for an evening of stories from ZAAC Summer Youth Camp Storytelling Graduation. Storytellers share their true story. Stories last ten minutes.
- [Right Place, Right Time](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/right-place-right-time/) - Tell Us Something: Right Place, Right Time at The Wilma Tuesday, March 20, 2018 Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language.
- [Didn't See That Coming](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/didnt-see-that-coming/) - 8 storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Didn’t See That Coming”. Stories are shared without notes. Each story is 10 minutes. Your community. Your stories. Tell Us Something: Didn’t See That Coming at Free Ceramics in Helena, MT Tuesday, April 12, 2018 Get tickets here! Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM, with a brief intermission halfway through. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 day of the show.
- [Risk](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/risk/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on June 13, 2018. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Risk”. Tickets are on sale now at The Top Hat, online or by phone at 877-987-6487. All tickets are general admission with seating on first come, first served basis. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 day of show including service charges. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. MORE INFO: Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language. Tickets also available at Top Hat Lounge box office and Rockin’ Rudys. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM, with a brief intermission halfway through. Your community, your stories. “Risk”
- [Missoula Gives](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/missoulagives/) - Your Tax-deductable donations help keep Tell Us Something going! This online giving event is your chance to support Tell Us Something in a direct way. Tell Us Something depends on your contributions every year to help us maintain our services and programming. Please donate during Missoula Gives. We’ll use the money to continue creating the weekly podcast and expand our programming. This work takes time and costs money. Please give what you can. Thank you.
- [It's Complicated](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/its-complicated/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on October 2, 2018. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “It’s Complicated”. Tickets are on sale now at the Top Hat, online or by phone at 877-987-6487. All tickets are general admission with seating on first come, first served basis. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 day of show + applicable fees. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. MORE INFO: Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM, with a brief intermission halfway through. Your community, your stories.
- [Special](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/special/)
- [Did That Really Happen?](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2018/did-that-really-happen/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on October 2, 2018. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “It’s Complicated”. Tickets are on sale now at the Top Hat, online or by phone at 877-987-6487. All tickets are general admission with seating on first come, first served basis. All ages are welcome. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 day of show + applicable fees. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true. MORE INFO: Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM, with a brief intermission halfway through. Your community, your stories.
- [Stranger in a Strange Land](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/stranger-in-a-strange-land/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on March 18, 2019. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Stranger In A Strange Land”
- [Getting Away With It - Helena](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/getting-away-with-it-helena/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to Helena on May 9th. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story (without notes) on the theme “Getting Away With It.” Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories, and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true.
- [What Are the Chances](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/what-are-the-chances/)
- [Tell Us Something - Youth!](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/tell-us-something-youth/) - In the summer of 2019, Tell Us Something hosted a storytelling summer camp for youth at Zootown Arts Community Center. Seven young women worked together with Tell Us Something director Marc Moss for a week during the summer of 2019 to learn about how to decide what story to share, stage presence, story structure, elements of a story, keeping ourselves, our audience, and the characters in a story safe as well as making an emotional connection with the audience.
- [Tipping Point](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/tipping-point/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on December 10, 2019. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Tipping Point”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true.
- [Leap of Faith](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2019/leapoffaith/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The Wilma on September 24, 2019. Eight storytellers will share their true personal story without notes on the theme “Leap of Faith”. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories and how we move through the world together. All of the stories at Tell Us Something are true.
- [No Excuses](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/no-excuses/) - Today we feature four storytellers who worked hard during a Tell Us Something intensive storytelling week-long workshop. They shared their true personal stories from their living rooms, their kitchens, their bedrooms — from their homes — during our first-ever live-streamed event. The theme for the night was “No Excuses: Stories of Hope and Resilience”.
- [Meet the Storytellers of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something/) - Tell Us Something brings you stories from the archives and a behind the scenes look at Tell Us Something. In this new series I’ll sit down with a storyteller every week, and we’ll talk about what they’ve been up to, go more in-depth with their story, and get to know them a little better.
- [Meet the Sponsors of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/meet-the-sponsors/) - Tell Us Something will occasionally interview some of our sponsors. Learn more about Tell Us Something’s sponsors and the amazing things that they are up to.
- [Behind the Scenes](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/behind-the-scenes/) - Tell Us Something will occasionally feature special behind the scenes episodes.
- [Meet the Artists of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/artists-of-tellussomething/) - Because storytelling is an art, I’ve always hired local artists to design a poster for each event. The posters of Tell Us Something are amazing in their own right, and I thought that it would be fun to sit down with some of the artists to chat about their process and see what makes them tick. What inspires them, how they work, and how they came to design the poster that they designed for Tell Us Something.
- [Come As You Are](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2020/come-as-you-are/) - 5 storytellers share their true personal stories on the theme: “Come as You Are”. We are proud to feature storytellers who were engaged in an intensive week-long storytelling workshop. All ages are welcome to join and parents are reminded that Tell Us Something has adult themes and stories may contain adult language.
- [Meet The Storytellers of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something2/) - Tell Us Something brings you stories from the archives and a behind the scenes look at Tell Us Something. In this new series I’ll sit down with a storyteller every week, and we’ll talk about what they’ve been up to, go more in-depth with their story, and get to know them a little better.
- [Forward to Better](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2021/forward-to-better/) - Tell Us Something misses you! We are so excited to join together again *IN PERSON*! That’s right! Theme: Forward to Better Where: Bonner Park Bandshell When: August 10, 2021 • Storytelling begins at 7PM 7 storytellers share their true personal stories without notes on the theme: “Forward to Better”.
- [Meet The Storytellers of Tell Us Something!](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something3/) - Tell Us Something brings you stories from the archives and a behind-the-scenes look at Tell Us Something. In this new series I’ll sit down with a storyteller every week, and we’ll talk about what they’ve been up to, go more in-depth with their story, and get to know them a little better.
- [Stone Soup](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/stone-soup/) - We are weary and hungry travelers in this world. Together we nourish one another with our stories. We bring what we have and share it together for a magical evening of personal stories. Join us for true tales, shared live. Stories give us sustenance. Join us and enjoy the bounty of everyday people with extraordinary stories.
- [Meet the Board of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/meet-the-board/) - Former Board member Sierra Tai-Brownlee sits down to interview each Tell Us Something Board member for her podcast “Impactful Experiences with Sierra Tai-Brownlee”.
- [Letting Go](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/letting-go/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Letting Go”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of over 900 listeners on September 27, 2022 at The Dennison in Missoula, MT.
- [Waking Dreams](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/waking-dreams/) - This episode of the podcast was recorded in front of a live audience on August 31, 2022 in Black Rock City at Center Camp at the Burning Man event. 5 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Waking Dreams”. Today we hear from three of those storytellers.
- [Eat Our Words](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2010/eat-our-words/) - Eat Our Words was a storytelling event that preceded Tell Us Something. Jeremy N. Smith and Josh Slotnick hosted the event at Missoula’s PEAS Farm. 5 storytellers shared their true personal story on the theme “Leaving Home”.
- [Didn't See That Coming](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/didnt-see-that-coming-2022/) - 7 storytellers shared their true personal stories at Bonner Park Bandshell in Missoula, MT on June 27, 2022. The theme was “Didn’t See That Coming”. Stories are shared without notes. Each story is 10 minutes. Your community. Your stories.
- [It's the Little Things](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2022/its-the-little-things/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “It’s the Little Things”. Their stories were recorded live in-person in front of a sold-out crowd on December 15, 2022 at The Wilma in Missoula, MT.
- [Neighbors](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/neighbors/) - // “Neighbors” //LIVE EVENT // Missoula • June 16, 2023 Tell Us Something is proud to partner with Missoula Pride to bring live storytelling to Allegiance Field at Ogden Park. Eight storytellers will share their true personal stories without notes on the theme “Neighbors”. Tickets are on sale now. All ages are welcome*. General Admission seating tickets are $17 in advance and $20 the day of the show. Tell Us Something awakens imagination, empowers storytellers, and connects the Missoula community through the transformative power of personal storytelling. It is a celebration of each other, our stories, and how we move through the world together. About Missoula Pride: In its second year, Missoula Pride is bringing more than 30 events to our community in three days, June 16-18. Much like the Clark Fork, Missoula’s LGBTQ+ community is the center stream that runs through the heart of everything. Our vision is to create spaces where people from all walks of life, with all gender and sexual identities under the rainbow, can come together to feel seen, be heard, and be in community with one another. MORE INFO: *Tell Us Something welcomes all ages, however, parents, please be advised that stories sometimes have adult themes and storytellers sometimes use adult language. We again welcome our friends from the Deaf community by providing ASL interpretation. If you are part of this community and plan to attend, please contact Marc Moss: marc@tellussomething.org to arrange for accessible seating. Doors at 6PM, storytelling begins at 7PM. Your community, your stories.
- [Creative Pulse - Out of My Shell](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/creative-pulse-out-of-my-shell/) - Four storytellers share their true personal story on the theme “Out of my Shell”. Their stories were recorded in-person in front of a live audience July 16, 2023 at Bonner Park Bandshell.
- [Lost in Translation](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/lostintranslation/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The George & Jane Dennison Theatre. Eight storytellers will share their true personal stories without notes on the theme “Lost in Translation”.
- [Meet: the Storytellers of Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/meet-the-storytellers-of-tell-us-something4/) - Tell Us Something brings you stories from the archives and a behind-the-scenes look at Tell Us Something. In this new series I’ll sit down with a storyteller every week, and we’ll talk about what they’ve been up to, go more in-depth with their story, and get to know them a little better.
- [The Kindness of Strangers](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2023/the-kindness-of-strangers/) - Four storytellers share their true personal stories on the theme “The Kindness of Strangers”. Their stories were recorded live in person in front of a sold-out crowd on December 06, 2023, at The Wilma in Missoula, MT.
- [Going Home](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/going-home/) - Tell Us Something and Missoula Pride are excited to bring you an evening of live storytelling. Eight storytellers will share their true personal stories without notes on the theme: “Going Home”.
- [Close to the Edge](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/close-to-thge-edge/) - Tell Us Something brings live storytelling back to The George & Jane Dennison Theatre. Eight storytellers shared their true personal stories in front of a packed house without notes on the theme “Close to the Edge”.
- [Never Again](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2024/never-again/) - Eight storytellers share their true personal stories without notes on the theme: “Hold My Beer”.
- [Lost and Found](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/lost-and-found/) - Uncover extraordinary “Lost and Found” stories!
- [Be Careful What You Wish For 2025](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/be-careful-what-you-wish-for2025/)
- [Hold My Beer](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/holdmybeer/)
- [Self-Evident](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2026/self-evident/)
- [Walk on the Wild Side](https://www.tellussomething.org/stories/2025/walk-on-the-wild-side/) - Our stories today were recorded live in person in front of a packed house on October 7th, 2025, at The George and Jane Dennison Theatre in Missoula, MT.

## Keywords

- [Audience Participation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/audience-participation/)
- [storytelling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/storytelling/)
- [spirituality](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/spirituality/)
- [skepticism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/skepticism/)
- [party](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/party/)
- [drag race](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drag-race/)
- [Montana](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montana/)
- [trial](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trial/)
- [mental illness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mental-illness/)
- [forgiveness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/forgiveness/)
- [love](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/love/)
- [fight](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fight/)
- [crush](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/crush/)
- [humanity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/humanity/)
- [lessons](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lessons/)
- [lying](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lying/)
- [growing up](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/growing-up/)
- [smuggling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/smuggling/)
- [marijuana](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/marijuana/)
- [canabis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/canabis/)
- [hedonism 2](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hedonism-2/)
- [travel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/travel/)
- [burning spear](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/burning-spear/)
- [Missoula](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoula/)
- [Afghanistan](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/afghanistan/)
- [war](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/war/)
- [death](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/death/)
- [battle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/battle/)
- [drinking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drinking/)
- [healing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/healing/)
- [egypt](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/egypt/)
- [pyramids](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pyramids/)
- [getting away with it](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/getting-away-with-it/)
- [thrifting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/thrifting/)
- [thrift store](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/thrift-store/)
- [leash law](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/leash-law/)
- [dog walk](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dog-walk/)
- [poop](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/poop/)
- [animal control](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/animal-control/)
- [FBI](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fbi/)
- [sneaky](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sneaky/)
- [Yellowstone National Park](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/yellowstone-national-park/)
- [grizzly](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grizzly/)
- [Boy Scouts of America](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/boy-scouts-of-america/)
- [camping](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/camping/)
- [Brownies](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/brownies/)
- [Girl Scouts](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/girl-scouts/)
- [equality](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/equality/)
- [resist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resist/)
- [inequality](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/inequality/)
- [MisCon](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/miscon/)
- [Back to the Future](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/back-to-the-future/)
- [Delorean](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/delorean/)
- [Marty McFly](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/marty-mcfly/)
- [Doc Brown](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/doc-brown/)
- [Flux Capacitor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/flux-capacitor/)
- [youth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/youth/)
- [yes](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/yes/)
- [heart attack](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/heart-attack/)
- [divorce](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/divorce/)
- [same sex marriage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/same-sex-marriage/)
- [Ani DiFanco](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ani-difanco/)
- [Malawi](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/malawi/)
- [Africa](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/africa/)
- [Amazing Race](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/amazing-race/)
- [Denali](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/denali/)
- [sisters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sisters/)
- [climbing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/climbing/)
- [reality TV](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/reality-tv/)
- [marriage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/marriage/)
- [Paraguay](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/paraguay/)
- [kindness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kindness/)
- [terrifying](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/terrifying/)
- [Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bruce-springsteen-and-the-e-street-band/)
- [Fargo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fargo/)
- [Germany](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/germany/)
- [Yankton](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/yankton/)
- [SD](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sd/)
- [Helena](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/helena/)
- [student](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/student/)
- [substitute teacher](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/substitute-teacher/)
- [principal](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/principal/)
- [cancer](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cancer/)
- [strangers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/strangers/)
- [sexual abuse](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sexual-abuse/)
- [survivor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/survivor/)
- [redemption](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/redemption/)
- [beauty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/beauty/)
- [didn't see that coming](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/didnt-see-that-coming/)
- [Macworld](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/macworld/)
- [KISS](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kiss/)
- [Stephen Hawking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stephen-hawking/)
- [frieghter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/frieghter/)
- [adventure](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/adventure/)
- [base jumping](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/base-jumping/)
- [canoe](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/canoe/)
- [whitewater](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/whitewater/)
- [Lochsa River](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lochsa-river/)
- [grandmother](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grandmother/)
- [single mom](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/single-mom/)
- [drug addiction](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drug-addiction/)
- [international](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/international/)
- [Montenegro](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montenegro/)
- [Risk](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/risk/)
- [polyamory](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/polyamory/)
- [community](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/community/)
- [Baja](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/baja/)
- [Mexico](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mexico/)
- [motorcycle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/motorcycle/)
- [accident](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/accident/)
- [broken bone](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/broken-bone/)
- [direct action](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/direct-action/)
- [Chineese Consulate](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/chineese-consulate/)
- [protest](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/protest/)
- [solitary confinement](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/solitary-confinement/)
- [danger](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/danger/)
- [horse farrier](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/horse-farrier/)
- [reboot](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/reboot/)
- [horse shoe](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/horse-shoe/)
- [Dad](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dad/)
- [Fathers' Day](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fathers-day/)
- [Father](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/father/)
- [Jamaica](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jamaica/)
- [adoption](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/adoption/)
- [closed adoption](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/closed-adoption/)
- [birth parents](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/birth-parents/)
- [searching](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/searching/)
- [Blackfeet](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/blackfeet/)
- [Native American](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/native-american/)
- [drunk driving](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drunk-driving/)
- [recovery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/recovery/)
- [rehabilitation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rehabilitation/)
- [southern](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/southern/)
- [car shopping](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/car-shopping/)
- [Deals on Wheels](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/deals-on-wheels/)
- [hospitality](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hospitality/)
- [veal scaloppine alla marsala](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/veal-scaloppine-alla-marsala/)
- [chef](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/chef/)
- [Indian](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/indian/)
- [racism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/racism/)
- [heritage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/heritage/)
- [ancestry](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ancestry/)
- [family](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/family/)
- [poverty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/poverty/)
- [domestic violence](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/domestic-violence/)
- [single mother](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/single-mother/)
- [fairytale](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fairytale/)
- [Shel Silverstein](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/shel-silverstein/)
- [changing the story](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/changing-the-story/)
- [addiction](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/addiction/)
- [narcotics](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/narcotics/)
- [crime](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/crime/)
- [felony](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/felony/)
- [cop](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cop/)
- [white priveledge](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/white-priveledge/)
- [police](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/police/)
- [peace](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/peace/)
- [activist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/activist/)
- [Vietnam Veteran](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/vietnam-veteran/)
- [didthatreallyhappen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/didthatreallyhappen/)
- [MissoulaStories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoulastories/)
- [yourstorymatters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/yourstorymatters/)
- [boxing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/boxing/)
- [storm](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/storm/)
- [hotshot](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hotshot/)
- [wildlandfire](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wildlandfire/)
- [firefighting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/firefighting/)
- [tragic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tragic/)
- [kidney](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kidney/)
- [transplant](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/transplant/)
- [roadtrip](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/roadtrip/)
- [deaf](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/deaf/)
- [dating](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dating/)
- [ASL](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/asl/)
- [biker](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/biker/)
- [bar](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bar/)
- [violence](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/violence/)
- [gun](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gun/)
- [merrychristmas](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/merrychristmas/)
- [christmas](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/christmas/)
- [falklands](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/falklands/)
- [debauchery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/debauchery/)
- [berlinwall](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/berlinwall/)
- [nazis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nazis/)
- [hikinglife](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hikinglife/)
- [pct](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pct/)
- [pacificcoasttrail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pacificcoasttrail/)
- [trump](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trump/)
- [politics](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/politics/)
- [priveledge](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/priveledge/)
- [Kathmandu](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kathmandu/)
- [hiking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hiking/)
- [jungle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jungle/)
- [Cambodia](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cambodia/)
- [leeches](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/leeches/)
- [MAGAhat](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/magahat/)
- [Tehran](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tehran/)
- [Mashhad](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mashhad/)
- [Shiraz](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/shiraz/)
- [Henry Kissenger](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/henry-kissenger/)
- [Iran](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/iran/)
- [traveler](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/traveler/)
- [traveling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/traveling/)
- [tourist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tourist/)
- [tourism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tourism/)
- [United States](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/united-states/)
- [American](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/american/)
- [Caracas](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/caracas/)
- [Venezuala](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/venezuala/)
- [immigrant](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/immigrant/)
- [grocery shopping](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grocery-shopping/)
- [racist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/racist/)
- [empathy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/empathy/)
- [World Cup](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/world-cup/)
- [East Africa](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/east-africa/)
- [cereal aisle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cereal-aisle/)
- [Third culture kid](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/third-culture-kid/)
- [TCK](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tck/)
- [pay toilets](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pay-toilets/)
- [WC](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wc/)
- [water closet](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/water-closet/)
- [self-cleaning toilets](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/self-cleaning-toilets/)
- [HelenaStories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/helenastories/)
- [livestorytelling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/livestorytelling/)
- [gettingawaywithit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gettingawaywithit/)
- [spraypaint](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/spraypaint/)
- [notcancer](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/notcancer/)
- [prayer](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/prayer/)
- [mailman](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mailman/)
- [usmail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/usmail/)
- [dementia](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dementia/)
- [earlyonsetalzheimers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/earlyonsetalzheimers/)
- [kindnessofstrangers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kindnessofstrangers/)
- [misdirected](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/misdirected/)
- [doubledutch](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/doubledutch/)
- [LSD](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lsd/)
- [1960s](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/1960s/)
- [hitchhiking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hitchhiking/)
- [sobrietycheck](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sobrietycheck/)
- [JEEP](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jeep/)
- [TIPSEE](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tipsee/)
- [misunderstandings](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/misunderstandings/)
- [johnnylaw](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/johnnylaw/)
- [drugdealer](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drugdealer/)
- [checkfraud](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/checkfraud/)
- [younglove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/younglove/)
- [Ireland](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ireland/)
- [languagebarrier](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/languagebarrier/)
- [stonechip](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stonechip/)
- [windscreen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/windscreen/)
- [rentalcar](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rentalcar/)
- [damaged](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/damaged/)
- [queersinthesouth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/queersinthesouth/)
- [friendship](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/friendship/)
- [neardeath](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neardeath/)
- [weed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/weed/)
- [ingenuity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ingenuity/)
- [Alaska](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/alaska/)
- [Canadian](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/canadian/)
- [border](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/border/)
- [banjos](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/banjos/)
- [acid](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/acid/)
- [fakecops](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fakecops/)
- [sheriff](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sheriff/)
- [jailbreak](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jailbreak/)
- [whatarethechances](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/whatarethechances/)
- [nuchalcord](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nuchalcord/)
- [ptsd](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ptsd/)
- [wartorn](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wartorn/)
- [autoeroticasphyxiation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/autoeroticasphyxiation/)
- [gardening](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gardening/)
- [hamsterball](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hamsterball/)
- [quadrepalegic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/quadrepalegic/)
- [physicaltherapy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/physicaltherapy/)
- [pt](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pt/)
- [axes](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/axes/)
- [grizz](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grizz/)
- [bear](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bear/)
- [bearspray](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bearspray/)
- [moose](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/moose/)
- [grizzlyattack](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grizzlyattack/)
- [yellowstoneriver](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/yellowstoneriver/)
- [motherslove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/motherslove/)
- [cooking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cooking/)
- [sickness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sickness/)
- [Cameroon](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cameroon/)
- [noleadammo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/noleadammo/)
- [hunting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hunting/)
- [conservation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/conservation/)
- [birdsofprey](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/birdsofprey/)
- [science](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/science/)
- [dentistry](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dentistry/)
- [sinus](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sinus/)
- [crown](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/crown/)
- [ow](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ow/)
- [summer camp](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/summer-camp/)
- [ZACC](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/zacc/)
- [Zootown Arts Community Center](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/zootown-arts-community-center/)
- [London](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/london/)
- [school](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/school/)
- [jump rope](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jump-rope/)
- [nationals](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nationals/)
- [mental health](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mental-health/)
- [fudge](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fudge/)
- [trust](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trust/)
- [lost](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lost/)
- [lost and found](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lost-and-found/)
- [Disneyland](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/disneyland/)
- [Guardians of the Galaxy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/guardians-of-the-galaxy/)
- [AP chemistry](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ap-chemistry/)
- [exam](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/exam/)
- [heroin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/heroin/)
- [meth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meth/)
- [horses](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/horses/)
- [riding](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/riding/)
- [homelessness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/homelessness/)
- [Locsa River](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/locsa-river/)
- [horse](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/horse/)
- [grief](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grief/)
- [labrynth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/labrynth/)
- [tippingpoint](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tippingpoint/)
- [nightterror](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nightterror/)
- [earwig](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/earwig/)
- [Boston](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/boston/)
- [tough](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tough/)
- [ear](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ear/)
- [gross](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gross/)
- [ancient](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ancient/)
- [spirit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/spirit/)
- [treeclimbing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/treeclimbing/)
- [enlightenment](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/enlightenment/)
- [tree](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tree/)
- [openadoption](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/openadoption/)
- [MontanaHistory](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montanahistory/)
- [birthmother](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/birthmother/)
- [mothersrights](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mothersrights/)
- [MMA](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mma/)
- [mixed martial arts](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mixed-martial-arts/)
- [sports](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sports/)
- [model](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/model/)
- [modeling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/modeling/)
- [sexual assault](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sexual-assault/)
- [motherhood](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/motherhood/)
- [Livingston](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/livingston/)
- [sexism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sexism/)
- [professionalism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/professionalism/)
- [Brooklyn](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/brooklyn/)
- [New York](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/new-york/)
- [mountain road](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mountain-road/)
- [tow truck](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tow-truck/)
- [communication](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/communication/)
- [neighbors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neighbors/)
- [neighborhood](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neighborhood/)
- [catio](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/catio/)
- [cottonwood](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cottonwood/)
- [COVID-19](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/covid-19/)
- [no excuses](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/no-excuses/)
- [BLm](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/blm/)
- [Venezuela](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/venezuela/)
- [walking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/walking/)
- [interview](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/interview/)
- [TBI](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tbi/)
- [La Paz](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/la-paz/)
- [San Diego](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/san-diego/)
- [German](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/german/)
- [Jesus Maria](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jesus-maria/)
- [companions](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/companions/)
- [road trip](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/road-trip/)
- [Border Patrol](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/border-patrol/)
- [Mexican boarder](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mexican-boarder/)
- [dogs](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dogs/)
- [Coronavirus](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/coronavirus/)
- [Navajo Nation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/navajo-nation/)
- [Tuba City](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tuba-city/)
- [AZ](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/az/)
- [nurse](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nurse/)
- [healthcare](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/healthcare/)
- [pandemic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pandemic/)
- [art](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/art/)
- [artist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/artist/)
- [radical truth-telling](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/radical-truth-telling/)
- [honesty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/honesty/)
- [cops](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cops/)
- [poilice](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/poilice/)
- [subdivision](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/subdivision/)
- [self-help](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/self-help/)
- [self-improvement](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/self-improvement/)
- [teenager](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/teenager/)
- [dentist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dentist/)
- [ENT](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ent/)
- [Hong Kong](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hong-kong/)
- [China](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/china/)
- [Chinese medicine](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/chinese-medicine/)
- [why didn't anyone tell me](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/why-didnt-anyone-tell-me/)
- [groover](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/groover/)
- [river trip](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/river-trip/)
- [river](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/river/)
- [Salmon](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/salmon/)
- [Idaho](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/idaho/)
- [sponsor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sponsor/)
- [events](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/events/)
- [cheddar](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cheddar/)
- [economy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/economy/)
- [entrepreneur](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/entrepreneur/)
- [physical therapy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/physical-therapy/)
- [web design](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/web-design/)
- [marketing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/marketing/)
- [advertising](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/advertising/)
- [WFH](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wfh/)
- [COVID19](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/covid19/)
- [protests](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/protests/)
- [professional artist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/professional-artist/)
- [illistration](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/illistration/)
- [design](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/design/)
- [process](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/process/)
- [bmartinez](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bmartinez/)
- [Tell Us Something](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tell-us-something/)
- [podcast](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/podcast/)
- [up the blackfoot](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/up-the-blackfoot/)
- [blackfoot river](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/blackfoot-river/)
- [MT](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mt/)
- [working artist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/working-artist/)
- [bike](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bike/)
- [bicycle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bicycle/)
- [minimalism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/minimalism/)
- [live simply](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/live-simply/)
- [Tabitha Beard](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tabitha-beard/)
- [Tabitha Martinez](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tabitha-martinez/)
- [Montana Economic Developers Association](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montana-economic-developers-association/)
- [MEDA](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meda/)
- [economic development](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/economic-development/)
- [MEDA business resources](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meda-business-resources/)
- [MEDA members](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meda-members/)
- [MEDA membership](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meda-membership/)
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- [Montana business](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montana-business/)
- [Montana Tourism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montana-tourism/)
- [Value Added Agriculture](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/value-added-agriculture/)
- [workshop](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/workshop/)
- [corporate](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/corporate/)
- [Montana stories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montana-stories/)
- [your story matters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/your-story-matters/)
- [C-section](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/c-section/)
- [birthing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/birthing/)
- [birth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/birth/)
- [down syndrome](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/down-syndrome/)
- [mother](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mother/)
- [hospital](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hospital/)
- [mosaic down syndrome](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mosaic-down-syndrome/)
- [trisomy 21](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trisomy-21/)
- [daring](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/daring/)
- [rescue](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rescue/)
- [Missoula Gives](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoula-gives/)
- [philanthropy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/philanthropy/)
- [mariazepeda](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mariazepeda/)
- [mama4mt](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mama4mt/)
- [artsmissoula](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/artsmissoula/)
- [montanamusicians](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montanamusicians/)
- [montanamusic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montanamusic/)
- [localmusic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/localmusic/)
- [montanapodcast](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/montanapodcast/)
- [arhythmrunsthroughit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/arhythmrunsthroughit/)
- [podcasttrade](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/podcasttrade/)
- [trade](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trade/)
- [streaming](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/streaming/)
- [gratitude](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gratitude/)
- [forwardtobetter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/forwardtobetter/)
- [tellussomething](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tellussomething/)
- [hummingbird](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hummingbird/)
- [fireweed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fireweed/)
- [rebirth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rebirth/)
- [foot](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/foot/)
- [tattoodesign](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tattoodesign/)
- [trauma](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trauma/)
- [bus](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bus/)
- [buses](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/buses/)
- [publictransport](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/publictransport/)
- [refugee](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/refugee/)
- [refugees](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/refugees/)
- [refugeeswelcome](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/refugeeswelcome/)
- [immigrants](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/immigrants/)
- [refugeestories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/refugeestories/)
- [migrant](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/migrant/)
- [congo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/congo/)
- [rawanda](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rawanda/)
- [daughter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/daughter/)
- [babygirl](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/babygirl/)
- [baby](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/baby/)
- [mom](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mom/)
- [parenting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/parenting/)
- [joy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/joy/)
- [suicideprevention](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/suicideprevention/)
- [mentalhealth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mentalhealth/)
- [magic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/magic/)
- [makethecall](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/makethecall/)
- [serendipity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/serendipity/)
- [life](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/life/)
- [mama](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mama/)
- [glutenfree](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/glutenfree/)
- [glutenfreelife](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/glutenfreelife/)
- [glutenfreeliving](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/glutenfreeliving/)
- [wheatfree](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wheatfree/)
- [celiac](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/celiac/)
- [celiacdisease](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/celiacdisease/)
- [gfree](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gfree/)
- [nogluten](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nogluten/)
- [glutenfreediet](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/glutenfreediet/)
- [worldtravel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/worldtravel/)
- [peanutbutter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/peanutbutter/)
- [getvaccinated](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/getvaccinated/)
- [staysafe](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/staysafe/)
- [lockdown](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lockdown/)
- [quarantine](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/quarantine/)
- [sheterinplace](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sheterinplace/)
- [covid](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/covid/)
- [duo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/duo/)
- [podcasting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/podcasting/)
- [MTPR](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mtpr/)
- [Italian cooking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/italian-cooking/)
- [juvie](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/juvie/)
- [jail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/jail/)
- [reform](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/reform/)
- [Harley](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/harley/)
- [sidecar](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sidecar/)
- [Sturgis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sturgis/)
- [Rites of Passage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rites-of-passage/)
- [porn](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/porn/)
- [pornography](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pornography/)
- [contraband](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/contraband/)
- [Henry Miller](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/henry-miller/)
- [Tropic of Capricorn](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tropic-of-capricorn/)
- [law school](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/law-school/)
- [pregnancy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pregnancy/)
- [miscarriage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/miscarriage/)
- [stonesoup](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stonesoup/)
- [riverrescue](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/riverrescue/)
- [paddlesteady](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/paddlesteady/)
- [epic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/epic/)
- [firstaid](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/firstaid/)
- [firstresponder](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/firstresponder/)
- [emt](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/emt/)
- [coolandcollected](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/coolandcollected/)
- [gimmiebackmybullets](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/gimmiebackmybullets/)
- [tsa](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tsa/)
- [confiscated](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/confiscated/)
- [bullets](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bullets/)
- [backpack](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/backpack/)
- [middleage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/middleage/)
- [awakening](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/awakening/)
- [movement](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/movement/)
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- [kettle](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kettle/)
- [cookin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cookin/)
- [roadkill](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/roadkill/)
- [pickles](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pickles/)
- [hitchiking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hitchiking/)
- [angel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/angel/)
- [dirty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dirty/)
- [porcupine](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/porcupine/)
- [imnotyourbitch](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/imnotyourbitch/)
- [topchef](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/topchef/)
- [nyc](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nyc/)
- [newyorkcity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/newyorkcity/)
- [vacation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/vacation/)
- [tourbus](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tourbus/)
- [papa](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/papa/)
- [poland](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/poland/)
- [defection](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/defection/)
- [departure](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/departure/)
- [outtagas](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/outtagas/)
- [runningonempty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/runningonempty/)
- [oldcars](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/oldcars/)
- [payitforward](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/payitforward/)
- [getoutandpush](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/getoutandpush/)
- [kauai](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kauai/)
- [losttrail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/losttrail/)
- [hawaii](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hawaii/)
- [adventureguide](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/adventureguide/)
- [helecopter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/helecopter/)
- [writing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/writing/)
- [author](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/author/)
- [publishing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/publishing/)
- [carpenter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/carpenter/)
- [Butte](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/butte/)
- [Butte America](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/butte-america/)
- [barber](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/barber/)
- [barbershop](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/barbershop/)
- [hairstylist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hairstylist/)
- [women](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/women/)
- [Irish](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/irish/)
- [ric parnell](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ric-parnell/)
- [drummer](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/drummer/)
- [life on the road](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/life-on-the-road/)
- [fundraising](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fundraising/)
- [journey](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/journey/)
- [parents](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/parents/)
- [liver](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/liver/)
- [cargoplane](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cargoplane/)
- [lifeanddeath](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lifeanddeath/)
- [Togo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/togo/)
- [courting](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/courting/)
- [romance](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/romance/)
- [marriage#in-laws](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/marriagein-laws/)
- [hike](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hike/)
- [Hope](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hope/)
- [lake](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lake/)
- [Wisdom](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wisdom/)
- [LGBTQ](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lgbtq/)
- [lesbian](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lesbian/)
- [complicated](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/complicated/)
- [didntseethatcoming](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/didntseethatcoming/)
- [eatyourvegetables](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/eatyourvegetables/)
- [prison](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/prison/)
- [apple](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/apple/)
- [carving](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/carving/)
- [ugly](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ugly/)
- [innocence](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/innocence/)
- [mtinnocence](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mtinnocence/)
- [innocenceproject](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/innocenceproject/)
- [newyearseve](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/newyearseve/)
- [feedom](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/feedom/)
- [nohate](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nohate/)
- [caberet](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/caberet/)
- [meet the board](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meet-the-board/)
- [board of directors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/board-of-directors/)
- [creativity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/creativity/)
- [nature](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nature/)
- [actong](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/actong/)
- [L.A.](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/l-a/)
- [teaching](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/teaching/)
- [teacher](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/teacher/)
- [volunteering](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/volunteering/)
- [Secretary](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/secretary/)
- [board](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/board/)
- [Burning Man](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/burning-man/)
- [chosen family](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/chosen-family/)
- [firewalk](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/firewalk/)
- [fire](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fire/)
- [burn](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/burn/)
- [girlfriend](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/girlfriend/)
- [timberframe](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/timberframe/)
- [woodworking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/woodworking/)
- [craft](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/craft/)
- [craftmanship](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/craftmanship/)
- [dovetail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dovetail/)
- [restoration](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/restoration/)
- [storage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/storage/)
- [DennisonTheatre](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dennisontheatre/)
- [lettinggo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lettinggo/)
- [funeral](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/funeral/)
- [funeraldirector](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/funeraldirector/)
- [dying](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dying/)
- [grieving](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grieving/)
- [mistakenidentity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mistakenidentity/)
- [kinkos](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kinkos/)
- [copy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/copy/)
- [copies](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/copies/)
- [zeorox](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/zeorox/)
- [grumpy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grumpy/)
- [validation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/validation/)
- [connection](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/connection/)
- [facecopies](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/facecopies/)
- [face](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/face/)
- [Bozeman](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bozeman/)
- [Akron](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/akron/)
- [college](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/college/)
- [collegecampus](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/collegecampus/)
- [ballet](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ballet/)
- [newyork](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/newyork/)
- [Russian](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/russian/)
- [conductor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/conductor/)
- [orchestra](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/orchestra/)
- [pit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pit/)
- [fancy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fancy/)
- [underdressed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/underdressed/)
- [fart](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fart/)
- [lactoseintolerant](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lactoseintolerant/)
- [Black Rock City](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/black-rock-city/)
- [virgin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/virgin/)
- [novel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/novel/)
- [book](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/book/)
- [ranger](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ranger/)
- [message](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/message/)
- [delivery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/delivery/)
- [fatherhood](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fatherhood/)
- [IVF](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ivf/)
- [in vitro fertilization](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/in-vitro-fertilization/)
- [psychic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/psychic/)
- [rock climbing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rock-climbing/)
- [true love](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/true-love/)
- [discovery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/discovery/)
- [film](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/film/)
- [classic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/classic/)
- [movies](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/movies/)
- [theatre](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/theatre/)
- [wildinthestreets](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wildinthestreets/)
- [projectionist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/projectionist/)
- [storytellng](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/storytellng/)
- [itsthelittlethings](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/itsthelittlethings/)
- [fatherson](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fatherson/)
- [introspection](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/introspection/)
- [fathers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fathers/)
- [sons](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sons/)
- [growingup](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/growingup/)
- [selfcare](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/selfcare/)
- [caringforothers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/caringforothers/)
- [compassion](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/compassion/)
- [relationships](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/relationships/)
- [toxic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/toxic/)
- [#housingcrisis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/housingcrisis/)
- [affordablehousing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/affordablehousing/)
- [lottery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lottery/)
- [stress](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stress/)
- [winning](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/winning/)
- [housing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/housing/)
- [housingforall](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/housingforall/)
- [#nonprofit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nonprofit/)
- [501c3](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/501c3/)
- [personal](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/personal/)
- [depression](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/depression/)
- [#littleredtruck](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/littleredtruck/)
- [missoulachildrenstheatre](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoulachildrenstheatre/)
- [borrowed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/borrowed/)
- [car](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/car/)
- [stolen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stolen/)
- [accidental](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/accidental/)
- [oops](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/oops/)
- [lostkeys](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lostkeys/)
- [tipi](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tipi/)
- [challenger](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/challenger/)
- [circles](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/circles/)
- [middleschool](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/middleschool/)
- [1000](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/1000/)
- [inspiration](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/inspiration/)
- [inspirational](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/inspirational/)
- [houseingcrisis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/houseingcrisis/)
- [truestory](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/truestory/)
- [MissoulaPride](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoulapride/)
- [LBGTQ](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lbgtq/)
- [ally](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ally/)
- [dog](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dog/)
- [Fran](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fran/)
- [bologna](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bologna/)
- [EggMcMuffin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/eggmcmuffin/)
- [Vietnam](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/vietnam/)
- [wedding](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wedding/)
- [invitation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/invitation/)
- [blacklocust](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/blacklocust/)
- [sharing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sharing/)
- [donuts](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/donuts/)
- [handmade](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/handmade/)
- [boys](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/boys/)
- [hunger](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hunger/)
- [snacks](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/snacks/)
- [France](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/france/)
- [transitions](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/transitions/)
- [king](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/king/)
- [comfortableinmyskin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/comfortableinmyskin/)
- [trans](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/trans/)
- [bebold](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bebold/)
- [bold](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bold/)
- [grandma](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grandma/)
- [disarmhate](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/disarmhate/)
- [deescalation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/deescalation/)
- [leadwithlove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/leadwithlove/)
- [Starbucks](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/starbucks/)
- [walkin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/walkin/)
- [cooler](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cooler/)
- [underthebed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/underthebed/)
- [hiding](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hiding/)
- [traumainformed](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/traumainformed/)
- [happilymarried](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/happilymarried/)
- [married](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/married/)
- [hopelake](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hopelake/)
- [invitro](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/invitro/)
- [fertilization](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/fertilization/)
- [DIY](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/diy/)
- [spermdonor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/spermdonor/)
- [pregnant](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pregnant/)
- [insemination](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/insemination/)
- [success](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/success/)
- [sleep](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sleep/)
- [cats](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cats/)
- [favorite](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/favorite/)
- [apartment](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/apartment/)
- [Lolo](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lolo/)
- [stories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/stories/)
- [CreativePulse](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/creativepulse/)
- [optometrist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/optometrist/)
- [woman](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/woman/)
- [first](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/first/)
- [eyeexam](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/eyeexam/)
- [test](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/test/)
- [duped](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/duped/)
- [discrimination](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/discrimination/)
- [bladdercontrol](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bladdercontrol/)
- [pee](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pee/)
- [pregancy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/pregancy/)
- [portopotty](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/portopotty/)
- [backpacking](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/backpacking/)
- [Bitterroot Mountains](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bitterroot-mountains/)
- [Bitterroots](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/bitterroots/)
- [student teaching](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/student-teaching/)
- [india](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/india/)
- [classroom](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/classroom/)
- [music](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/music/)
- [xylophone](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/xylophone/)
- [lewis and clark caverns](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lewis-and-clark-caverns/)
- [cave](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cave/)
- [dark](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dark/)
- [meet the storytellers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/meet-the-storytellers/)
- [artist in residency](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/artist-in-residency/)
- [Open Air](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/open-air/)
- [Mister](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mister/)
- [tipping point](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tipping-point/)
- [Spanish](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/spanish/)
- [English](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/english/)
- [poopgift](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/poopgift/)
- [culturalmisunderstanding](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/culturalmisunderstanding/)
- [awkwardgifts](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/awkwardgifts/)
- [wellmeaning](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wellmeaning/)
- [lostintranslation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lostintranslation/)
- [citytocountry](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/citytocountry/)
- [smalltownlife](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/smalltownlife/)
- [loveisworthit](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/loveisworthit/)
- [unexpectedmonster](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedmonster/)
- [anteatergonewrong](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/anteatergonewrong/)
- [ethiopianmystery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ethiopianmystery/)
- [surveyingformonsters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/surveyingformonsters/)
- [kidsthesequel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kidsthesequel/)
- [Ethiopia](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ethiopia/)
- [nakedbikeride](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nakedbikeride/)
- [deaththreats](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/deaththreats/)
- [wildestbikeride](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wildestbikeride/)
- [deafculture](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/deafculture/)
- [awkwardfamilymoments](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/awkwardfamilymoments/)
- [smugglertrainsurprise](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/smugglertrainsurprise/)
- [rescuedbymyenglishstudent](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rescuedbymyenglishstudent/)
- [thailandtocambodia](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/thailandtocambodia/)
- [sugarbabyvan](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sugarbabyvan/)
- [sugardaddy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sugardaddy/)
- [dadjoke](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dadjoke/)
- [funnyvehicles](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/funnyvehicles/)
- [vehiclehumor](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/vehiclehumor/)
- [JuniorNational](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/juniornational/)
- [Minneapolis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/minneapolis/)
- [Hotel](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hotel/)
- [IceBaths](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/icebaths/)
- [Wheelchairrace](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/wheelchairrace/)
- [Rooftop](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rooftop/)
- [thekindnessofstrangers](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/thekindnessofstrangers/)
- [survivorStrength](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/survivorstrength/)
- [overcomingTrauma](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/overcomingtrauma/)
- [advocate](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/advocate/)
- [resilientJourney](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resilientjourney/)
- [supportNetworks](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/supportnetworks/)
- [healingProcess](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/healingprocess/)
- [believewomen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/believewomen/)
- [HeartStrong](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/heartstrong/)
- [AcceptingHelp](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/acceptinghelp/)
- [CherishingConnections](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cherishingconnections/)
- [AloneNotAlone](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/alonenotalone/)
- [NeighborlyLove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neighborlylove/)
- [KindnessRipple](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kindnessripple/)
- [ResilientNeighbors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resilientneighbors/)
- [CommunityStrength](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/communitystrength/)
- [SnowstormUnity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/snowstormunity/)
- [NeighborsSupportingNeighbors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neighborssupportingneighbors/)
- [DocumentaryFilmmaker](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/documentaryfilmmaker/)
- [Avalanche](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/avalanche/)
- [quilt](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/quilt/)
- [AvalancheRescue](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/avalancherescue/)
- [MissoulaHeroes](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/missoulaheroes/)
- [TogetherWeSurvive](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/togetherwesurvive/)
- [CourageousNeighbors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/courageousneighbors/)
- [CommunitySupport](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/communitysupport/)
- [UnityInChaos](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unityinchaos/)
- [BraveryInCrisis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/braveryincrisis/)
- [ResilientCommunity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resilientcommunity/)
- [SurvivalStories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/survivalstories/)
- [TeamworkSaves](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/teamworksaves/)
- [KindnessMatters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/kindnessmatters/)
- [SmallActsBigImpact](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/smallactsbigimpact/)
- [RippleOfKindness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rippleofkindness/)
- [HumanitarianStories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/humanitarianstories/)
- [Unhoused\](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unhoused/)
- [beingseen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/beingseen/)
- [HopeInHumanity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hopeinhumanity/)
- [RandomActsOfKindness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/randomactsofkindness/)
- [TuesdayMorning](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/tuesdaymorning/)
- [WitnessingHorror](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/witnessinghorror/)
- [SharedHumanity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sharedhumanity/)
- [ActsOfKindness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/actsofkindness/)
- [Resilience](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resilience/)
- [NeverForget](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neverforget/)
- [Remembering911](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/remembering911/)
- [WorldTradeCenter](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/worldtradecenter/)
- [September11](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/september11/)
- [GriefStories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/griefstories/)
- [Memories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/memories/)
- [UnexpectedEncounters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedencounters/)
- [HumanConnection](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/humanconnection/)
- [Understanding](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/understanding/)
- [PassportFail](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/passportfail/)
- [Belieze](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/belieze/)
- [MamaBear](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mamabear/)
- [CatalinaIsland](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/catalinaisland/)
- [IslandGrief](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/islandgrief/)
- [UnexpectedJourney](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedjourney/)
- [SecondWind](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/secondwind/)
- [givingup](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/givingup/)
- [resilliance](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resilliance/)
- [CommunityStrong](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/communitystrong/)
- [LoveInAction](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/loveinaction/)
- [NeverGiveUp](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/nevergiveup/)
- [AlaskaAdventure](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/alaskaadventure/)
- [Legacy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/legacy/)
- [cabin](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cabin/)
- [Climatechange](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/climatechange/)
- [NearDeathExperience](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neardeathexperience/)
- [ResilienceRevolution](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/resiliencerevolution/)
- [AlternativeHealing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/alternativehealing/)
- [UnexpectedGifts](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedgifts/)
- [Autism](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/autism/)
- [RadicalSelfLove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/radicalselflove/)
- [NeurodiversityPower](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neurodiversitypower/)
- [Therapist](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/therapist/)
- [UnexpectedLove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedlove/)
- [Ultramarathon](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ultramarathon/)
- [BeyondTheFinishLine](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/beyondthefinishline/)
- [ImperfectLoveWins](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/imperfectlovewins/)
- [strongwomen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/strongwomen/)
- [immigrantstory](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/immigrantstory/)
- [hiddenstrength](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/hiddenstrength/)
- [grandmalove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grandmalove/)
- [culturalheritage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/culturalheritage/)
- [determination](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/determination/)
- [lpgbtqfamily](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lpgbtqfamily/)
- [acceptancejourney](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/acceptancejourney/)
- [complexrelationships](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/complexrelationships/)
- [dadlove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/dadlove/)
- [unexpectedbond](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unexpectedbond/)
- [clubq](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/clubq/)
- [conventlife](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/conventlife/)
- [rebelliousnuns](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rebelliousnuns/)
- [boozeandcigarettes](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/boozeandcigarettes/)
- [findyourpath](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/findyourpath/)
- [selfdiscovery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/selfdiscovery/)
- [homecoming](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/homecoming/)
- [findingyourself](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/findingyourself/)
- [selflove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/selflove/)
- [queerlove](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/queerlove/)
- [portlandlife](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/portlandlife/)
- [rewritingthescript](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rewritingthescript/)
- [notinmyhead](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/notinmyhead/)
- [finallyme](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/finallyme/)
- [psychedelictherapy](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/psychedelictherapy/)
- [healingjourney](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/healingjourney/)
- [alcoholusedisorderrecovery](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/alcoholusedisorderrecovery/)
- [breakingfree](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/breakingfree/)
- [facingdarkness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/facingdarkness/)
- [embracinglight](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/embracinglight/)
- [acceptance](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/acceptance/)
- [loss](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/loss/)
- [comfort](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/comfort/)
- [unspokenwords](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/unspokenwords/)
- [importanceofpresence](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/importanceofpresence/)
- [homeiswhereheartis](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/homeiswhereheartis/)
- [makingmemories](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/makingmemories/)
- [cherishedmoments](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/cherishedmoments/)
- [transformation](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/transformation/)
- [facingfears](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/facingfears/)
- [mountaintopmoment](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/mountaintopmoment/)
- [embracingcommunity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/embracingcommunity/)
- [newbeginnings](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/newbeginnings/)
- [selfacceptance](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/selfacceptance/)
- [representationmatters](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/representationmatters/)
- [ladygriz](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/ladygriz/)
- [loveyourself](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/loveyourself/)
- [beyourself](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/beyourself/)
- [courage](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/courage/)
- [sailing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/sailing/)
- [windsurfing](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/windsurfing/)
- [disabilityawareness](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/disabilityawareness/)
- [inclusion](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/inclusion/)
- [outdoors](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/outdoors/)
- [lifechanging](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/lifechanging/)
- [neurodiversity](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/neurodiversity/)
- [overcomingchallenges](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/overcomingchallenges/)
- [personalgrowth](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/personalgrowth/)
- [education](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/education/)
- [theater](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/theater/)
- [BruceSpringsteen](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/brucespringsteen/)
- [EStreetBand](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/estreetband/)
- [livemusic](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/livemusic/)
- [concert](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/concert/)
- [musiclover](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/musiclover/)
- [rockandroll](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/rockandroll/)
- [grateful](https://www.tellussomething.org/keywords/grateful/)

## Storytellers

- [Wendy Woollett](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/wendy-woollett/)
- [Cindy Super](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/cindy-super/)
- [Juanita Vero](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/juanita-vero/)
- [Lisa Triepke](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lisa-triepke/)
- [Hilly McGahan](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hilly-mcgahan/)
- [Kathy Witkowsky](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kathy-witkowsky/)
- [Svein Newman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/svein-newman/)
- [Pat Abbe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/pat-abbe/)
- [Jason Weiner](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jason-weiner/)
- [Alex Miller](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/alex-miller/)
- [Steve Gonzales](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steve-gonzales/)
- [Alex Sakariassen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/alex-sakariassen/)
- [Kim Maynard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kim-maynard/)
- [Aaron Parrett](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/aaron-parrett/)
- [Jessica Peterson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jessica-peterson/)
- [Andy Shirtliff](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/andy-shirtliff/)
- [Sarah Elkins](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sarah-elkins/)
- [Marc Moss](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/marc-moss/) - Marc Moss has lived in Missoula Montana for 15 years and is the founder of Tell Us Something
- [Andrea Cross Guns](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/andrea-cross-guns/)
- [Laura King](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/laura-king/)
- [Elizabeth Rivard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/elizabeth-rivard/)
- [Emily Free Wilson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/emily-free-wilson/)
- [Colin Hickey](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/colin-hickey/)
- [Bob Zimorino](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bob-zimorino/)
- [Brad Cederberg](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brad-cederberg/)
- [Georges de Giorgio](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/georges-de-giorgio/)
- [Sam Martinich](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sam-martinich/)
- [Travis Doria](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/travis-doria/)
- [Angela Miller](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/angela-miller/)
- [Geoffrey Sutton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/geoffrey-sutton/)
- [Gary Delp](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gary-delp/)
- [Charles "Abe" Abramson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/charles-abe-abramson/)
- [Paula Short](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/paula-short/)
- [Greg Ragan](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/greg-ragan/)
- [Various](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/various/)
- [Ann Karp](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ann-karp/)
- [Gary Warchola](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gary-warchola/)
- [Geraldine Carter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/geraldine-carter/)
- [Allison Cox](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/allison-cox/)
- [Tommy Peterson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tommy-peterson/)
- [Becca Kelly](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/becca-kelly/)
- [Michael Marsolek](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michael-marsolek/)
- [Shobha Rao](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/shobha-rao/)
- [David Allan Cates](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/david-allan-cates/)
- [Pat Williams](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/pat-williams/)
- [Perri Knize](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/perri-knize/)
- [Neil McMahon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/neil-mcmahon/)
- [Jamison Gordon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jamison-gordon/)
- [Bob Campbell](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bob-campbell/)
- [Jon Turk](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jon-turk/)
- [Melissa Lynn](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/melissa-lynn/)
- [Broch Gnose](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/broch-gnose/)
- [Ethan Sky](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ethan-sky/)
- [Jeff Ducklow](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jeff-ducklow/)
- [Sean Hawkings](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sean-hawkings/)
- [Rachel Dierken](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rachel-dierken/)
- [Tina Svaren](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tina-svaren/)
- [Jack Rowan](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jack-rowan/)
- [Stephanie Wing](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/stephanie-wing/)
- [John Engen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/john-engen/)
- [Michael LaPointe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michael-lapointe/)
- [Katie LaPointe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-lapointe/)
- [Melissa Kaplan Silverman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/melissa-kaplan-silverman/)
- [Gabriel Silverman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gabriel-silverman/)
- [Katrina Farnum](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katrina-farnum/)
- [Sawyer Connelly](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sawyer-connelly/)
- [Nicole Sweeney](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/nicole-sweeney/)
- [Louie Vero](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/louie-vero/)
- [Jennie Pak](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jennie-pak/)
- [Dagny Deutchman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/dagny-deutchman/)
- [Susan Hansen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susan-hansen/)
- [Bill McDavid](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bill-mcdavid/)
- [Marlies Borchers](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/marlies-borchers/)
- [Joyce Gibbs](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joyce-gibbs/)
- [Ben Brewe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ben-brewe/)
- [Karla Theilen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/karla-theilen/)
- [A.H.](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/a-h/)
- [Bekhi Spika](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bekhi-spika/)
- [John Dendy](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/john-dendy/)
- [Zac Thomas](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/zac-thomas/)
- [Allison Whitmer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/allison-whitmer/)
- [Joseph Grady](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joseph-grady/)
- [Lily Gladstone](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lily-gladstone/)
- [Michael Murphy](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michael-murphy/)
- [Kendra Mylnechuk](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kendra-mylnechuk/)
- [Josh Slotnick](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/josh-slotnick/)
- [Susan Maruca](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susan-maruca/)
- [Greg Johnson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/greg-johnson/)
- [Mike Steinberg](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mike-steinberg/)
- [Jill Beauchesne Alban](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jill-beauchesne-alban/)
- [Susie Risho](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susie-risho/)
- [Kevin Harrington](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kevin-harrington/)
- [Paul Scarr](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/paul-scarr/)
- [Acton Seibel](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/acton-seibel/)
- [Courtney Blakely-Shield](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/courtney-blakely-shield/)
- [Luke Morgan Allgeyer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/luke-morgan-allgeyer/)
- [Kyle McAfee](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kyle-mcafee/)
- [Melissa Bangs](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/melissa-bangs/)
- [Jim Ambrose](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jim-ambrose/)
- [Frances Scott](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/frances-scott/)
- [Jeremy Smith](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jeremy-smith/)
- [Tamara Love](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tamara-love/)
- [Josh Wagner](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/josh-wagner/)
- [Karen McNenny](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/karen-mcnenny/)
- [Blake Nicolazzo](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/blake-nicolazzo/)
- [Beth Jaffee](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/beth-jaffee/)
- [Ethan Siegel](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ethan-siegel/)
- [Shelby Humphreys](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/shelby-humphreys/)
- [Jim Beyer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jim-beyer/)
- [Kevin Bassett](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kevin-bassett/)
- [Katie Asaro](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-asaro/)
- [Michael English](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michael-english/)
- [Carly Fetzer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/carly-fetzer/)
- [Ed Stalling](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ed-stalling/)
- [Brian Upton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brian-upton/)
- [Caitlin Hofmeister](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/caitlin-hofmeister/)
- [Tracy Worley](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tracy-worley/)
- [Steven Begleiter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steven-begleiter/)
- [Alex Alviar](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/alex-alviar/)
- [Chris LaTray](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chris-latray/)
- [Brian Marsh](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brian-marsh/)
- [Emily Johnson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/emily-johnson/)
- [Barbara Bartmess](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/barbara-bartmess/)
- [Debbie Hirshberg](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/debbie-hirshberg/)
- [Lucia Baker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lucia-baker/)
- [Makesh Begleiter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/makesh-begleiter/)
- [Elise Baker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/elise-baker/)
- [Metika Begleiter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/metika-begleiter/)
- [Jack Catmull](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jack-catmull/)
- [Mason Catmull](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mason-catmull/)
- [Kelly Bouma](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kelly-bouma/)
- [Nita Maddox](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/nita-maddox/)
- [Kate Morris](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kate-morris/)
- [Jay Dixon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jay-dixon/)
- [Natalie Dawson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/natalie-dawson/)
- [Jessica Murri](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jessica-murri/)
- [Barry Gordon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/barry-gordon/)
- [Marisa Franz](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/marisa-franz/)
- [Katy-Robin Garton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katy-robin-garton/)
- [Aaron Roos](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/aaron-roos/)
- [Adrienne Elise](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/adrienne-elise/)
- [Don John Linton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/don-john-linton/)
- [Heather Day](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/heather-day/)
- [Jesse Stokes](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jesse-stokes/)
- [Mark Sundeen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mark-sundeen/)
- [Maxon McCarter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/maxon-mccarter/)
- [Stephanie Hohn](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/stephanie-hohn/)
- [Tahj Kjelland](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tahj-kjelland/)
- [Kristi Hager](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kristi-hager/)
- [Colee Garr](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/colee-garr/)
- [Reid Reimers](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/reid-reimers/)
- [David Tyson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/david-tyson/)
- [David Mills-Lowe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/david-mills-lowe/)
- [Mike Robinson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mike-robinson/)
- [Jaime Stathis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jaime-stathis/)
- [Dawn Anderson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/dawn-anderson/)
- [Katie Oly](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-oly/)
- [Caroline Temple](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/caroline-temple/)
- [Beau Lamb](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/beau-lamb/)
- [Samantha Steven](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/samantha-steven/)
- [Grace Decker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/grace-decker/)
- [Caroline Keyes](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/caroline-keyes/)
- [Tricia Opstad](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tricia-opstad/)
- [Nate Biehl](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/nate-biehl/)
- [Steve Saroff](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steve-saroff/)
- [Howard Kingston](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/howard-kingston/)
- [Joshua Daidone](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joshua-daidone/)
- [Nichole Dunn](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/nichole-dunn/)
- [Chris Torma](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chris-torma/)
- [Ric Parnel](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ric-parnel/)
- [Doug Doty](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/doug-doty/)
- [Jo Deurbrouc](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jo-deurbrouc/)
- [Mark Gibbons](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mark-gibbons/)
- [Emily Walter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/emily-walter/)
- [Cheyenne Aura Rogers](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/cheyenne-aura-rogers/)
- [Susi Risho](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susi-risho/)
- [Samuel Jaxin Enemy-Hunter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/samuel-jaxin-enemy-hunter/)
- [Ben Weiss](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ben-weiss/)
- [Ingrid Biehl](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ingrid-biehl/)
- [Jennifer Edwards](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jennifer-edwards/)
- [Joshua Slotnick](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joshua-slotnick/)
- [Ray Risho](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ray-risho/)
- [Acton Douglas](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/acton-douglas/)
- [Joe Stone](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joe-stone/)
- [Gabby Grant](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gabby-grant/)
- [Geoff Pepos](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/geoff-pepos/)
- [Andrea Davis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/andrea-davis/)
- [Amy Rosendahl](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/amy-rosendahl/)
- [Jerry O'Connell](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jerry-oconnell/)
- [Erin O'Brien](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/erin-obrien/)
- [Richelle Devoe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/richelle-devoe/)
- [Lisa Venuti](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lisa-venuti/)
- [Brian](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brian/)
- [Dixie Raile](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/dixie-raile/)
- [Victoria Gannon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/victoria-gannon/)
- [Michael Peery Herrick](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michael-peery-herrick/)
- [Sarah Black](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sarah-black/)
- [Heather Adams](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/heather-adams/)
- [Jane Doherty](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jane-doherty/)
- [Ellie Costello](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ellie-costello/)
- [Katharina Werner](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katharina-werner/)
- [Chelsia Rice](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chelsia-rice/)
- [Bob Yost](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bob-yost/)
- [Jerry Spencer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jerry-spencer/)
- [Rachel Aagenes](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rachel-aagenes/)
- [Suzy Holt](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/suzy-holt/)
- [Delany Wascherol](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/delany-wascherol/)
- [John Schneeberger](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/john-schneeberger/)
- [Denise Baker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/denise-baker/)
- [Nerma Dobričanin](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/nerma-dobricanin/)
- [Joe Nickell](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/joe-nickell/)
- [Brihannala Morgan](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brihannala-morgan/)
- [Liz Boeheim](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/liz-boeheim/)
- [Arthur Weatherwax](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/arthur-weatherwax/)
- [Marcia Williams](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/marcia-williams/)
- [Stephanie Land](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/stephanie-land/)
- [Steve Brester](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steve-brester/)
- [Betsy Mulligan-Dague](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/betsy-mulligan-dague/)
- [Mignon Hess](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mignon-hess/)
- [Shawn Faiella](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/shawn-faiella/)
- [Allison James](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/allison-james/)
- [Anna Haslund](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/anna-haslund/)
- [Caroline Caldwell](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/caroline-caldwell/)
- [Brad Lane](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brad-lane/)
- [Heidi West](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/heidi-west/)
- [Mike Jakupcak](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mike-jakupcak/)
- [Jason Forges](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jason-forges/)
- [Lily Clarke](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lily-clarke/)
- [Kelsey Stamm Jimenez](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kelsey-stamm-jimenez/)
- [Dick King](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/dick-king/)
- [Ibrahin Mena](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ibrahin-mena/)
- [Jesse Ballard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jesse-ballard/)
- [Carissa Benjamin](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/carissa-benjamin/)
- [Gay Eyman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gay-eyman/)
- [Brian Sharp](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brian-sharp/)
- [Jenny Buchman Phelps](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jenny-buchman-phelps/)
- [Chuck Parrett](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chuck-parrett/)
- [Maddie Weisberg](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/maddie-weisberg/)
- [Melissa Quale](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/melissa-quale/)
- [Virginia Reeves](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/virginia-reeves/)
- [Mariah Kelley](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mariah-kelley/)
- [Adam Washerback](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/adam-washerback/)
- [Raymond Ansotegui](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/raymond-ansotegui/)
- [Kate Cholewa](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kate-cholewa/)
- [Elsie Enanga epse Tata Mange Jato](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/elsie-enanga-epse-tata-mange-jato/)
- [Mike McTee](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mike-mctee/)
- [Mike Calucchia](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mike-calucchia/)
- [Izzy Slaughter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/izzy-slaughter/)
- [Ellie Althauser-Vlad](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ellie-althauser-vlad/)
- [Sy Thompson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sy-thompson/)
- [Annie Smith](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/annie-smith/)
- [Wynter Bradley](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/wynter-bradley/)
- [Hannah Lunde](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hannah-lunde/)
- [Gwyneth Puryear](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gwyneth-puryear/)
- [Tomi Cook](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tomi-cook/)
- [Steven T! Millhouse](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steven-t-millhouse/)
- [Jaimie Jacoby](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jaimie-jacoby/)
- [Annabelle Winne](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/annabelle-winne/)
- [Feather Sherman](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/feather-sherman/)
- [Greg Monroe](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/greg-monroe/)
- [Ainsley McWha](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ainsley-mcwha/)
- [John Haines](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/john-haines/)
- [Molly Bradford](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/molly-bradford/)
- [Dave Boulter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/dave-boulter/)
- [Bonnie Bishop](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bonnie-bishop/)
- [Anna Louise Stene](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/anna-louise-stene/)
- [Katie Matthews](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-matthews/)
- [Becca Frucht](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/becca-frucht/)
- [Ana Soulia](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ana-soulia/)
- [Courtney Blazon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/courtney-blazon/)
- [Tabitha Martinez](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tabitha-martinez/)
- [Gloria O'Rourke](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/gloria-orourke/)
- [Heather McCartney](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/heather-mccartney/)
- [Russ Fletcher](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/russ-fletcher/)
- [Teresa Schreiner](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/teresa-schreiner/)
- [Kellie Grandone](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kellie-grandone/)
- [Jen Certa](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jen-certa/)
- [Willie Prince](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/willie-prince/)
- [Reese Jacobson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/reese-jacobson/)
- [Sasha Vermel](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sasha-vermel/)
- [Sara Close](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sara-close/)
- [Lauren Gonzalez](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lauren-gonzalez/)
- [Paul Mwingwa](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/paul-mwingwa/)
- [Rosie Ayers](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rosie-ayers/)
- [Teresa Waldorf](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/teresa-waldorf/)
- [Tess Sneeringer](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tess-sneeringer/)
- [Brent Ruby](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brent-ruby/)
- [Lizzi Juda](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lizzi-juda/)
- [Rachel Bemis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rachel-bemis/)
- [Darius Janczewski](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/darius-janczewski/)
- [Melody Rice](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/melody-rice/)
- [Rae Scott](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rae-scott/)
- [Linda Grinde](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/linda-grinde/)
- [Cathy Scholtens](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/cathy-scholtens/)
- [Ablamvi Agboyibo](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ablamvi-agboyibo/)
- [Katie Garding](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-garding/)
- [Jason Sloat](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jason-sloat/)
- [Sarah FitzGerald](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sarah-fitzgerald/)
- [Susan Shenker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susan-shenker/)
- [Margi Cates](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/margi-cates/)
- [Hazel Wright](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hazel-wright/)
- [Kate Wilburn](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kate-wilburn/)
- [Rachel Gooen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rachel-gooen/)
- [Amy McAllister](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/amy-mcallister/)
- [Jack Butler](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jack-butler/)
- [Katie Condon](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-condon/)
- [Sasquatch](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sasquatch/)
- [Ean M. Kessler](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ean-m-kessler/)
- [Lori Chase](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lori-chase/)
- [Hannah Harvey](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hannah-harvey/)
- [Jim Harte](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jim-harte/)
- [Abigail Gilbert](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/abigail-gilbert/)
- [Regina O'Brien](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/regina-obrien/)
- [Pascaline Piquard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/pascaline-piquard/)
- [Kaegan Bonstein](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kaegan-bonstein/)
- [Devin Carpenter](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/devin-carpenter/)
- [Whitney Peper](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/whitney-peper/)
- [Stephen Tucker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/stephen-tucker/)
- [Sandy Sheppard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sandy-sheppard/)
- [Jolyne O'Brien](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jolyne-obrien/)
- [Candace Haster](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/candace-haster/)
- [Charlene Brett](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/charlene-brett/)
- [Jessie Novak](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jessie-novak/)
- [Sydney Holte](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sydney-holte/)
- [Rick White](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rick-white/)
- [Chris Hallberg](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chris-hallberg/)
- [Philippa Crawford](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/philippa-crawford/)
- [Richard Thornton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/richard-thornton/)
- [Ben Catton](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ben-catton/)
- [Ren Parker](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ren-parker/)
- [Abe Kurien](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/abe-kurien/)
- [Mandy Northcott](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mandy-northcott/)
- [Katrina Angelina Shull](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katrina-angelina-shull/)
- [Maria Merkley](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/maria-merkley/)
- [Steve Rosbarsky](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steve-rosbarsky/)
- [Erin Scoles](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/erin-scoles/)
- [Jennifer Robohm](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jennifer-robohm/)
- [Linds Sanders](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/linds-sanders/)
- [Traci Sylte](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/traci-sylte/)
- [Mark Matthews](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mark-matthews/)
- [Amanda Taylor](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/amanda-taylor/)
- [Kathleen Kennedy](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kathleen-kennedy/)
- [Susan Waters](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/susan-waters/)
- [Michelle Reilly](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/michelle-reilly/)
- [Adel Ben Bacha](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/adel-ben-bacha/)
- [Zeke Cork](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/zeke-cork/)
- [Ashley Brittner Wells](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ashley-brittner-wells/)
- [Chloe Williams](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/chloe-williams/)
- [Teri Wing](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/teri-wing/)
- [Adria Jwort](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/adria-jwort/)
- [Kiki Hubbard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kiki-hubbard/)
- [James Crosby](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/james-crosby/)
- [Aaron Miller](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/aaron-miller/)
- [Karna Sundby](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/karna-sundby/)
- [Betsy Funk](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/betsy-funk/)
- [Sydney Lang](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/sydney-lang/)
- [Jeremy Keene](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jeremy-keene/)
- [Meco Correia](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/meco-correia/)
- [Tom Attard](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/tom-attard/)
- [Kali Neumeister](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kali-neumeister/)
- [Mark Schoenfeld](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/mark-schoenfeld/)
- [Kelley Provost](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kelley-provost/)
- [Hammy](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hammy/)
- [Aunvada Being](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/aunvada-being/)
- [Katie Van Dorn](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/katie-van-dorn/)
- [Kara Adolphson](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/kara-adolphson/)
- [Jilnar Mansour](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/jilnar-mansour/)
- [Steve Schmidt](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/steve-schmidt/)
- [Lauren Tobias](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/lauren-tobias/)
- [Rad Watkins](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/rad-watkins/)
- [Bridget Feerick](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bridget-feerick/)
- [Brian Christiansen](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/brian-christiansen/)
- [Land Tawney](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/land-tawney/)
- [Hayley Glassic](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/hayley-glassic/)
- [Bryan Dalpes](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/bryan-dalpes/)
- [Francis Davis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/francis-davis/)
- [Christian Bazzano](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/christian-bazzano/)
- [Adria L. Jawort](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/adria-l-jawort/)
- [Scott Davis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/scott-davis/)
- [Ruthie Castle](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/ruthie-castle/)
- [Shayla Paradeis](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/shayla-paradeis/)
- [Emily Farrell](https://www.tellussomething.org/storytellers/emily-farrell/)