Melissa Ford Thornton and Justin Newman, hosts of the Kudzu StoryCatchers podcast, discuss their debut episode and the significance of storytelling. They share personal stories, including Justin's experience overcoming fear with a unique gift, and Melissa's “vacation” in the Okefenokee Swamp.

Others’ initial impressions of what storytelling means to them are shared in “Found Sound” moments captured by the StoryCatchers on the road, highlighting the transformative power of personal narratives and the importance of sharing them.

Believing that storytelling is one of the most innate human endeavors, the podcast aims to capture and share extraordinary stories by ordinary people, encouraging listeners to reflect on and share their own.

Original Theme Song by Allen Ambrose (Spotify, YouTube)

Cover Art by Sam Mitchell (2026)

Written, Produced, and Hosted by Melissa Ford Thornton & Justin L. Newman (2026)

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