Today’s story comes from our recent all-refugee special. Karak Miakol, a women’s rights activist and founder of Women Who Grow, shares her story about fighting for an education as a young girl in South Sudan. This story was recorded live on 31 May 2017 at Buntport Theater in Denver, Colorado. The theme of the evening was "Home."
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130: Karak Miakol, “I am alive, on Earth”

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Finding love from oversharing in dark times.
Today’s story comes from Denver-based Diné comic, Joshua Emerson. The theme of the show was “TMI.”
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264: Joshua Emerson, "This is a Love Story"

Today’s story comes from comedian and TikToker, Cal Sheridan. Cal borrowed our co-host Erin Rollman’s voice for this story. The theme of the show was “Extra.” 
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263: Cal Sheridan, “Yes to Everything"

Today’s story comes from stand-up comedian and producer of Firecracker Comedy, Salma Zaky. The theme of the show was “Distance.”
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262: Salma Zaky, “Technical Difficulties”

Andres organizes a large-scale grocery worker strike.
Today’s story comes from Denver comedian and union worker, Andres Becerril, who helped organize a major grocery store strike in 2022. This story was recorded live at Buntport Theater. The theme of the show was “Roots.”
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261: Andres Becerril “No Money, No Cookie”

Melanie learns the true caloric intake of an important substance.
You’re listening to The Narrators. Today’s story comes from Melanie Moseley, creator of Sexology the Musical. This episode is NSFW, depending on where you work. The theme of the show was “Transplant.”
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130: Karak Miakol, “I am alive, on Earth”

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