Episodes
Manifestations … embodiments, surprises, gifts, appearances, things going from abstract to reality, findings. Stories about things that happen, sometimes conjured, sometimes unexpected.  On Thursday, September 5, 2024 7 Odyssey storytellers shared their experiences of release and realization, desire, and revelation. Produced by Roscoe Mutz Curated by Laura Porfirio Storytellers include: Jim Lipson Jesseca Banchy Elena Acoba Niccole Radhe Jill Hofer Christina Oré and Ana...
Published 10/14/24
Refugees share powerful stories of home, displacement, and belonging in this live storytelling event that promises to be hilarious, heartbreaking, and everything in between. Produced by Christina Early, Angela Orlando and Steven Braun Curated by Laura Porfirio and Barbara Eiswerth Storytellers include: Nadiia Hordiienko Simba Rusita Marbelis Isabel Ávila Maluenga Richard Otim This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.
Published 09/23/24
Dreaminess is different for us all. Maybe the American Dream has changed the trajectory of your life. Maybe you feel uber-connected to Carl Jung. Maybe dreaminess to you is all ethereal vibes and symbolism, deeply personal and life-changing. Or perhaps Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” had a profound impact on you. Come hear 5 stories about how dreaminess has both dragged us down and lifted us out of the darkest spaces. Produced by Laura Porfirio Curated by Kenzie Morgan Storytellers include: ...
Published 09/02/24
On June 15, 2024 Odyssey Storytelling partnered with Southern AZ Senior Pride in celebration of their 20th Anniversary. In the words of Executive Director Mary O'Donoghue, "This celebration is a testament to the dedication and commitment of those who have supported Senior Pride over the years...We acknowledge that while much has been achieved, there is still significant work to be done. As we look into the future, we are inspired to continue building an inclusive and equitable environment...
Published 08/09/24
Seeking a lover, a chimney sweep, a ride to the circus? Need to check your bank balance, play Parcheesi, or crowdfund your wedding? As we all know, "there's an app for that" -- along with almost anything else you can imagine. Join Odyssey storytellers as we tell true stories about all sorts of app experiences! Produced by Roscoe Mutz Curated by Mary Jo Pollack Storytellers include: A.J. Flick Roberto Bourjac Ana Montanez & Will Cole Martha McClements Emily Viola This episode...
Published 07/21/24
I'm a fool to do your dirty work, oh yeah. Join us Thursday, May 2 to hear stories of unsavory, unsanitary, and downright filthy jobs, from the unique individuals who choose these lines of work. Produced by Angela Orlando Curated by Joe Silins Storytellers include: Eric Aldrich Lynne Gillette Alex Byron Mark Kugheit Molly McCloy Spontaneous Storytellers: Kathleen Boyle Ginny Price This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.
Published 07/07/24
Have your dreams flowed smoothly, like sailing on placid seas - or did you find yuorself crashing on hidden rocks? Everyone's got stories - sublime, tragic, outrageous. Love for another person, a dream, or a cup of coffee. Produced by Ethel Lee-Miller Curated by Bella Vivante Storytellers include: Linda Moran Lewis Palmateer Giuliana Fusco Jonathan Grinder Nino Molinaro Jenn Teufel Schoenberger This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.
Published 06/28/24
Legacy. It could be that antique chair you’ve coveted or a million dollars from the uncle in Zaire you never knew you had. It could be the bump in your nose or your infectious laugh. It could be the dark memory of a relationship gone bad or a ragged 40-year-old concert T-shirt you stole from your BFF. What does legacy mean to you? Produced and curated by Steven Braun Storytellers include: Beth Lisick Kathleen Williamson Angelo Orlando Lisa Floran John Barnes Ana Montañez   This...
Published 06/10/24
Stories of leaps into love, leaps of faith, risky (or risqué) leaps, or a literal leap off a cliff. Maybe you were going to leap but didn't ...  Produced and Curated by Ana Montañez Storytellers include: Jen Blanco Jesseca Banchy Abby Louise Jensen Arlene Malinowski Dr. Jamal Früster Cortez Spontaneous Storyteller: Jonathan Grinder This episode was produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.
Published 06/03/24
You know that little voice in your head? Do you ever wonder what someone else is thinking when you see them? Let’s explore the depths of our inner monologues, as our storytellers take the stage to share what that little voice tells them every day! Curated by Lewis Pamateer Produced by Ana Montañez and Roscoe Mutz Storytellers include: Christina Early Steven Braun Czarina Nafarrate Kristina Macholtz Taylor Bailey Spontaneous Storyteller: Karen Wright   This episode was produced by...
Published 02/05/24
Darkness before the light, preparing for the freeze, getting cold, staying warm, hibernating. Tucson fills with tourists and snowbirds, escaping to the sunshine, still our pipes freeze. But like lizards on a warm rock, desert dwellers enjoy the cooler weather. Curated by Penelope Starr & Adam Hostetter Produced by Ana Montañez Storytellers: Silvia Kolchens Susan Friese Jordan Wiley-Hill Lisa Stafford Leigh Mileur Simon Donovan Spontaneous Storyteller: Mary Jo Pollack
Published 01/09/24
We have all learned a lesson or two in our time. Join curator Jonathan Grinder as he introduces storytellers Brian Taraz, Lewis Palmateer, Rollie Grinder, Dr. Brett Jones, Pablo Valencia, Cecilia Arosemena, and Jon Logan-Rung and the lessons they've learned. This show was produced by the Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.
Published 12/03/23
Blood-curdling screams, blushing with mortification, shame and regrets, and whoopsies! Join Odyssey Storytelling as our storytellers take us on a haunted journey through YIKES! situations. Produced and curated by Roscoe Mutz, Yikes! was Odyssey Storytelling's Halloween inspired October theme with storytellers: Hussein Al-Baiaty Jerry (Che) Diaz Liz Baldwin Danny Knee Terri (Tez) Haag The host of the Odyssey Storytelling Podcast is Steven Braun
Published 11/21/23
Have you been on your last leg, dealt with the long arm of the law, didn’t have a leg to stand on, risked life & limb, or had a remarkable shot in the arm? Were you armed and dangerous or needed a leg up? Produced by Ana Montañez and curated by the incomparable Mary Jo Pollack, Arms and Legs was a star-studded event, played to a packed audience. The second act of an absolutely fabulous show in front of a near sellout crowd at the Screening Room in Tucson, AZ. The second act storytellers...
Published 11/20/23
Have you been on your last leg, dealt with the long arm of the law, didn’t have a leg to stand on, risked life & limb, or had a remarkable shot in the arm? Were you armed and dangerous or needed a leg up? Produced by Ana Montañez and curated by the incomparable Mary Jo Pollack, Arms and Legs was a star-studded event, played to a packed audience. The performance was so spellbinding that only the first half is being posted at this time. The second half will follow shortly. The first act...
Published 10/05/23
DNA
What’s in your DNA? Ancestral traits of heroism, artistry, and brilliance … or ancient tales of intrigue and skullduggery? What do you know about the secrets encoded in your chromosomes? On June 1, 2023, five storytellers told true tales about the embedded human software that can enhance or disrupt your sense of who you are and where you’re headed.  The storytellers include: Ethel Lee-Miller Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo Tim Bentley Belle Fitz-Simmons Tez Haag Curated by Jan Stapleman ...
Published 07/06/23
Upgrades: to a new car, a first-class seat, the dream house, maybe the life you’ve always wanted, stories of upgrades gone well and gone terribly wrong. Is the grass greener? Listen to these fine storytellers to get your answer: Stephanie Lyonga-Farrington, Dr. Brett Jones, Nancy Stanley, Jonathan Grinder, and Zora Thomas. Upgrade was curated and produced by Ana Montanez.
Published 06/02/23
Wheels turning, seasons changing, and situations running their course. Whether a mode of transportation or periods of time passing, Odyssey Storytellers, Anna Marie Trester, Ames Granados, Tracey Kurtzman, and Andres Portela, share stories of the various “Cycles” of life. Cycles was curated by Laura Porfirio and Marty Dooley.
Published 06/01/23
Are you infatuated with a Calvin Klein perfume? Did you see the movie “As Good as It Gets” a disturbing number of times? Do you feel an unquenchable urge to wash your hands, even as you read this sentence? That last one could just be a hold over from the recent pandemic. Or, it could be OBSESSION! Whether its unrequited love, paper-folding, the need to constantly organize that unwieldy pantry or any of a thousand obsessions, Odyssey Storytelling offered Tucson storytellers an opportunity to...
Published 05/04/23
Have you ever found yourself slipping into the role of imposter? Have you been duped by a pretender, a conniver, a phony? Did life compel you to orchestrate a ruse, engage in subterfuge, run a con? We’ve all had to alter our personalities to fit in, get by, or measure up but what happens if the deceit goes too far or is used against you? Storytellers include: Adam Maltby Tiara Bertram Lisa Stafford Mary Jo Pollack Molly McCloy We are a nonprofit that relies on proceeds from our live shows...
Published 01/29/23
Awake again, no shut-eye or rest even though I try my best. Insomnia, that dreaded companion. Tried calming music, melatonin, and meditation- but all I get is aggravation. Relaxing and breathing, no electronics, “highly-recommended” herbal tonics. Yet insomnia has settled in, invisible and inescapable. Will I ever fall asleep? How I long for one that’s deep. Tired and fatigued once more, thanks again to that awful boor. Storytellers include: Ron Lancaster Steven Braun Jerry (Che)...
Published 12/01/22
Survivors, men and women of steel, getting away with murder. Invulnerable, untouchable (or maybe vulnerable, prone, and touchable). Perhaps, like this episode, refusing to just go away and be forgotten, insisting on being seen and heard no matter the circumstances. Bulletproof! Storytellers include: Sharon Schneiderman Bob Finn Anna Darian Terry Ahearn Ana Montañez We are a nonprofit that relies on proceeds from our live shows to stay financially sustainable. If you love Odyssey as much...
Published 08/26/22
Numbers are empirical and magical, rigid and flexible, and every part of every day of everybody’s life. They are an exact and a pseudo-science. I’m a six in numerology and a 9 on the Enneagram. They’re frustrating and fun, if you’re keeping score or stats. They can point to a buried treasure on a map, or mark an anniversary, like this show marks Odyssey Storytelling’s 18th! We are a nonprofit that relies on proceeds from our live shows to stay financially sustainable. If you love Odyssey as...
Published 05/05/22
Join us for stories around the fire pit! Spooky, scary, the inexplicable and timeless stories we tell each other on a crisp cool night under the stars. Storytellers include: Ana Montañez John Barnes Steve Braun Em Bowen FOUR spontaneous storytellers! We are a nonprofit that relies on proceeds from our live shows to stay financially sustainable. If you love Odyssey as much as we know you do, please help us remain financially stable in these difficult times by becoming an Odyssey Patron...
Published 12/10/21