Stories from the Stage S05E03 · Resilience

Overview

Houston, Texas - the nation’s most ethnically diverse metropolitan area - is a community of people who have learned the fine art of resilience. Sneha travels a difficult road from sickness to health; actors and improv turn Brendan’s playwriting from lemon into lemonade; and Ebony learns the secret to taming her stress. Three stories, three interpretations of RESILIENCE, hosted by Theresa Okokon.

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6. 6 6. Second Chance2022-01-10 · 27mHow can you move forward when everything is lost? With luck...and a second chance. Mandy writes a eulogy for the mother she couldn’t connect with; Raquel tries to mend a family she
7. 7 7. For the Greater Good2022-01-17 · 27mIt might be difficult for one person to truly make a difference. But by working together, through big and small actions, we can change the world. Mariama gets down and dirty for a
8. 8 8. Stay the Course2022-01-24 · 27mStaying in the game is hard. But when you hang in there for the ride, the memories you create can last a lifetime. Heather honors her father by running a road race dressed as Rudol
9. 9 9. Off the Press2022-01-31 · 27mThe news cycle spins faster than ever, and the flow of stories never seems to end. Yet we rarely learn the story behind the story. A young Joe gets a chance to meet the Pope; Rinaz
10. 10 10. As Good As It Gets2022-02-07 · 27mHow do we make the best of a situation? With imagination, initiative, and a willingness to take risks. And the results can be unexpected and amazing. Brendyn adds a roller coaster
11. 11 11. Perfect Storm2022-03-14 · 27mThe truth is that no one wants to be caught in a storm. While we don't know when or how they will hit, we do know there are lessons to be learned. Ellen attempts to balance pregnan
12. 12 12. Unexpected2022-03-21 · 27mBig changes can happen when we least expect them. When they do, we have no choice but to improvise. Melissa uses an unconventional bait to lure her aging parents to relocate nearby
13. 13 13. Above and Beyond2022-03-28 · 27mFrom time to time, it's okay to lessen our expectations. But expecting more should be the norm. Norah proves that women can measure up in the Boston Marathon; Corey‘s prostate canc
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15. 15 15. A Perfect Match2022-04-11 · 27mSearching and finding the right match - whether forged, challenged, lost or kept - is not always easy. Carla battles bureaucracy to bury her mother alongside her father; Andy exper
16. 16 16. First2022-04-18 · 27mThere is a first time for everything. In many cases, firsts are game changers, becoming unforgettable lessons for life. Erin navigates her first steps into puberty; Dyan's first en
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19. 19 19. Match Made2022-05-09The search for a life partner is usually far from perfect - bad choices, parental pressure and twists & turns are all part of the journey. Tae crosses cultural barriers to find lov
20. 20 20. Growin Up Asian2022-05-23Every day, millions of people are creating their own definitions of what it means to be Asian American. Suzanne works with a parents association to organize during Boston's busing
21. 21 21. Unfamiliar2022-06-13Experiencing the unfamiliar; with Alexis Chen Johnson, Linda K. Wertheimer and Shay Rodger.