11 episodes
The Trouble WBEZ
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- Personal Journals
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4.9 • 761 Ratings
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Trouble — we've all been in it. Some more than others. Some worse than others. Award-winning storyteller Shannon Cason has faced a few problems of his own. Now he talks with others about getting in, and out, of trouble of all stripes.
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Infertility
Tricia has been trying to get pregnant for 10 years. She talks about her desire for motherhood and then walks us through one last IVF cycle.
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Regret
Lisa McCrea says she was moved — as if by God — to become a living organ donor. How an act of altruism became the worst decision she ever made.
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Politicized
After a police shooting near her home, Ashley became a full-time activist. She confronts the emotional toll and trauma it has taken on her.
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Michael
At age 28, Michael unexpectedly committed suicide. Carol and Steve talk about their son’s life and its tragic and unforeseen ending.
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79 Cents
After finding out that her male colleague is paid more than her for the same work, Aileen made a decision to fight for equality.
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Compulsion
Jamie obsesses over everything. And it is taking over her life. This week, what it’s like to live with OCD.
Customer Reviews
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I love this podcast so much! Entertaining and relatable.
MORE PLEASE!
I just found this podcast yesterday & I only have 2 episodes left... I NEED MORE.
I have been listening to podcasts for a couple of years now and I have to say I LOVE THIS!
It’s heartfelt and real. Shannon you do a FANTASTIC job! Please release more episodes!!!!
So so good!
Unique and riveting glimpses into people’s deeply personal stories of hardship. Each one unfolds very naturally and is told with a huge amount of empathy. I was inspired by every subject and their bravery in sharing their experiences so candidly.