On February 6, 2025 five storytellers took the Odyssey stage with "Queens," sharing their unique interpretations of the theme. In this episode you will experience tales that explore facets of queenship, from the regal to the shocking to the amusing.

The storytellers were:
Alexandra "Spiritual Cloud" Gutierrez
Jennifer Teufel Schoenberger
Jennifer Blanco Thomas
Lisa Floran
Rick "Wind" Herrera

Produced by Angela Orlando
Curated by Laura Porfirio

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun

The music appearing in this episode was:
"Swamptown Shuffle" by Henry W. Jones
"Surefire Rag" by /henry Lodge
"Sentimental Rag" by Mabel Tilton

Whether it’s a person we love, a place we cherish, or even just a feeling, a Safe Space brings us peace throughout our life’s journey. We rang in 2025, with six members of our Tucson community sharing about how they found their safe spaces!

The storytellers were:
Anna Darian
Jodi Engelberg
Ana Montanez
Elena Acoba
Emily Viola

Produced by Angela Orlando
Curated by Lewis Palmateer

The music appearing in this episode was:
"Kansas City Rag" by James Scott
"Dill Pickles Rag" by Charles Leslie Johnson
"Cannonball Rag" by Merle Travis

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun

Upcycle: “The act of taking something no longer useful to you and giving it a second life and new function so that the finished product becomes more practical, valuable, and beautiful than it was.”

Like turning wooden pallets into patio furniture, leaving a boring job for a new challenge, or saving your kitchen scraps to make beautiful compost. Have you upcycled a relationship lately? What needs to be upcycled in your life?

In this episode of the Odyssey Storytelling Podcast, seven storytellers relate their experiences of Upcycling. Those storytellers include:

Harrison Orr
Natasha Winnik
Mohammed Al-Sammak
Lynne Gillette
Jonathan Grinder
Carmelene Melani Siani

Produced and curated by Penelope Starr and Adam Hostetter

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun

Strange sounds in the night. Eyes playing tricks (or not). Unexplained phenomena, or wading into unfamiliar territory. Whether you are creeped out or creeped on, enjoy this episode, recorded live at the Screening Room in Tucson, AZ on October 3rd, 2024, where our storytellers will share true stories of unease and fear, or endeavor to dispel general misconceptions of things typically defined as "Creepy."

Produced by Ana Montañez
Curated by Roscoe Mutz

Storytellers include:
Steven Braun
Mary Jo Pollack
Porter McDonald
Ames Granados
Brian Taraz, aka Satan
Candace Ballesteros
Molly McCloy (3-minute impromptu story)

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.

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 Ghoreishian

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.

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.

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:
Anna Darian
Melanie Madden
Hussein Al=Baiaty
Taylor Baley
Ty Young

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.

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 which promotes good health, safety, and where every individual in our community can embrace their best life!"

We at Odyssey Storytelling agree!

20/20 Vision: Looking Back and Looking Forward was recorded live at the Screening Room in Tucson, AZ, produced by Mary O'Donoghue and curated by Penelope Starr. The storytellers were:

Nancy Wilsted
Sarah Bahnson
David Fitzsimmons
Lavina Tomar
Sandra Butler
Cat Belue (3-Minute Impromptu Story)

This episode was recorded and produced by Odyssey Storytelling Podcast host, Steven Braun.