StoryCorps – Stories from people of all backgrounds and beliefs
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‘Why would you avoid happiness just because you're scared?’
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‘Why would you avoid happiness just because you're scared?’
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StoryCorps on “60 Minutes”
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I saw her write down ‘insubordinate.’
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I saw her write down ‘insubordinate.’
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“When you were writing those songs, those were number one hits.”
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“When you were writing those songs, those were number one hits.”
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“I always learn something new.”
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Honoring Military Voices

The Military Voices Initiative provides a platform for veterans, service members, and military families to share their stories. Listen to a collection of stories from veterans, service members, and their loved ones to help us reflect on their lives, contributions, and sacrifices.

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1st Squad, 3rd Platoon

1st Squad, 3rd Platoon
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“Because she was Asian, they wouldn’t accept her. Mom said she didn’t care; she enlisted anyway.”
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“Because she was Asian, they wouldn’t accept her. Mom said she didn’t care; she enlisted anyway.”
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The Last Viewing

The Last Viewing
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The Nature of War
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The Nature of War

Get to Know StoryCorps

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An Introduction to StoryCorps from our Founder
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Stories to Lift Your Spirit

Take One Small Step With StoryCorps

One Small Step is an effort to remind the country of the humanity in all of us, even those with whom we disagree. Learn more about our initiative to bridge political divides, one conversation at a time.

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About One Small Step

About One Small Step

One Small Step is an effort to remind the country of the humanity in all of us, even those with whom we disagree.
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How to Participate

How to Participate

Learn about participating in a 50-minute One Small Step conversation with a stranger who holds different political views.
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Apply to be Matched

Apply to be Matched

Anyone from across the United States can participate in One Small Step. Apply to be matched for a conversation today.
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One Small Step Conversations

One Small Step Conversations

One Small Step conversations help us see humanity in all of us—even those with whom we disagree. Listen in.