#US - Unique & Shared Experiences

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#Us is a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that sharing our stories can change lives. The #Us podcast celebrates the power of personal storytelling. Our podcasts feature new stories from around the Philadelphia region and the world, pulled from our events archive, and told by people just like you. Hear hilarious and heartwarming stories where Philly gets real and unfiltered. Visit firstpersonarts.org to learn about our events and share your story.

  1. 23/10/2024

    Ukrainian Stories From Philly: The Trauma of War with Xenia Zachadckuk

    Xenia Zachadckuk grew up in South Jersey to Ukrainian parents. She shares the story of her mother's courageous escape from Ukraine and Europe during World War II and her father's time in a displaced person's camp. Xenia tells us about the trauma of war and the influence it had on her grandparents, her parents, and even her.ukr Thank you for listening to  #Us - Unique and Shared Experiences, a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. This limited series is a production of First Person Arts and was made possible by the generous support of Elaine Lindy at Stories To Grow By. This podcast was produced by our Applied Storytelling team, making the power of story work for you. Find out how at https://firstpersonarts.org/hire-us/.  Join our mailing list: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events About the #Us podcast from First Person Arts   #Us is an occasional podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. At First Person Arts, we believe that everyone has a story to tell and that the art of storytelling has the power to change lives.  To support the podcast, hit that Subscribe button!

    16 min

  2. 16/10/2024

    Ukrainian Stories From Philly: Family with Lisa Mostovoy, Sasha Fishilevich, and Mischa Buck

    Even though Lisa Mostovoy and her daughters Sasha Fishilevich and Mischa Buck are talking about a serious subject, this episode brings us so much joy.  Lisa starts by talking about Kyiv and her childhood. After the war broke out, Lisa and her older daughter Sasha went to Poland to deliver supplies and offer help, even though at times they felt helpless. Sasha Fishilevich, Lisa's oldest daughter, talks about growing up in a home with a strong Ukrainian cultural presence.  Mischa Buck, Lisa's youngest, shares her Easter memories. Thank you for listening to  #Us - Unique and Shared Experiences, a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. This limited series is a production of First Person Arts and was made possible by the generous support of Elaine Lindy at Stories To Grow By. This podcast was produced by our Applied Storytelling team, making the power of story work for you. Find out how at https://firstpersonarts.org/hire-us/.  Join our mailing list: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events About the #Us podcast from First Person Arts  #Us is an occasional podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. At First Person Arts, we believe that everyone has a story to tell and that the art of storytelling has the power to change lives.  To support the podcast, hit that Subscribe button!

    22 min

  3. 09/10/2024

    Ukrainian Stories From Philly: Growing Up with Marta Rubel

    Marta Rubel grew up in Philadelphia to proud Ukrainian parents. Marta speaks fondly of her memories growing up in Philly, but she also remembers the challenges her parents faced after settling here, and always dreaming that they would be able to move back to Ukraine.   Watching the 2021 invasion on television, Marta asked herself if she could do more for her country and the community. So, she left her job in publishing and started working for the Ukrainian Catholic Church.  Thank you for listening to  #Us - Unique and Shared Experiences, a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. This limited series is a production of First Person Arts and was made possible by the generous support of Elaine Lindy at Stories To Grow By. This podcast was produced by our Applied Storytelling team, making the power of story work for you. Find out how at https://firstpersonarts.org/hire-us/.   Join our mailing list: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events   About the #Us podcast from First Person Arts  #Us is an occasional podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. At First Person Arts, we believe that everyone has a story to tell and that the art of storytelling has the power to change lives.   To support the podcast, hit that Subscribe button!

    20 min

  4. 02/10/2024

    Ukrainian Stories From Philly: History with Professor John Vsetecka

    What do you know about Ukraine's history? We all know it was once part of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), then it wasn't. Ukraine's history is far-reaching and as complex as its geography and the number of languages that are spoken.  We set out to find a historian who could provide context about Ukraine and its history. That person is John Vsetecka, an assistant professor at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Thank you for listening to  #Us - Unique and Shared Experiences, a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. This limited series is a production of First Person Arts and was made possible by the generous support of Elaine Lindy at Stories To Grow By. This podcast was produced by the First Person Arts Applied Storytelling team. We make the power of story work for you. Find out how at https://firstpersonarts.org/hire-us/.  Join our mailing list: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events About the #Us podcast from First Person Arts  #Us is an occasional podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. At First Person Arts, we believe that everyone has a story to tell and that the art of storytelling has the power to change lives.  To support the podcast, hit that Subscribe button!

    47 min

  5. 27/02/2023

    Life Design Lab

    Today on a special episode of #Us - Unique and Shared Experiences, we are teaming up with the Life Design Lab at Johns Hopkins University to share stories told by students about their journeys towards fulfilling careers and lives. Natalia was facing decision paralysis and didn't know what decision would be the "right" one. Keidai realized his parents only thought they knew him. How would he show them his real self? And Zandy wanted to bring others the joy she felt when hearing birds sing.  Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events Join our mailing list: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/firstpersonarts

    28 min

  6. 13/02/2023

    Letting Go

    Marjorie was let go from her job for standing up for what she believed in. And Bill had to learn to let go of his leg intruder to save his own life. Today, we are taking a deep breath, uncurling our clenched fingers, and Letting Go. On this episode, we have three amazing stories for you about everything from terrible jobs to beloved pets.  Join #Us for stories from our January 2023 StorySlam recorded live in Philly.  Get Tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events Join our mailing List: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts

    22 min

  7. 30/01/2023

    The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time

    First Person Arts and the Free Library of Philadelphia have enjoyed crossover programming, partnerships, and a mutual love of stories over the years. Today, we're featuring stories from a program we did with the Free Library of Philadelphia's One Book, One Philadelphia around The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time by Mark Haddon. Join #Us as we share stories from Philadelphians that were sparked by this book. Get tickets to our next event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events Join our mailing List: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts

    16 min

  8. 16/01/2023

    Bittersweet

    Michel filmed a couple in love as one of them was terminally ill. And though it was tragic, their love for one another helped change the world. Lisa's daughter got everything she wanted for Christmas, but she couldn't share her new toys with the one person she wanted to play with. When the highs of joy and love crash into the depths of grief and loss, we get this swirl of emotion called bittersweet. Join #Us today as four storytellers share their experiences and help us all get to know the complexity of humanity. Get Tickets to Our Next Event: https://firstpersonarts.org/events Join Our mailing List: https://firstpersonarts.org/subscribe Support the Show: https://firstpersonarts.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpersonarts

    25 min
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#Us is a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that sharing our stories can change lives. The #Us podcast celebrates the power of personal storytelling. Our podcasts feature new stories from around the Philadelphia region and the world, pulled from our events archive, and told by people just like you. Hear hilarious and heartwarming stories where Philly gets real and unfiltered. Visit firstpersonarts.org to learn about our events and share your story.

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