Thanks for listening in Season 1 — stay tuned for more great stories in Season 2.

Lively behind-the-scenes stories of putting together a full production — planning, casting, special effects, rehearsals, previews — of a classic play few theaters have the ambition to tackle.

Quintessence Theater Group stages classic plays, with dynamic, innovative productions always true to the heart of the story. Artistic Director Alex Burns gives us a rich inside view.

Adventures in wire walking on Rapa Nui (Easter Island), living in a mansion central to the dynamic Philly circus arts community, and more.

Inspiring stories from 20 years of advocating for non-traditional families, and stepping up to a new role as Judge.

Great stories from 45 years of connecting with people through circus arts.

With a lifelong passion for birds Keith has connected countless people with nature and sparked the saving of two priceless wild places in the city.

16 people (age 8 to 73) sat down to tell a story at the Mt Airy Village Fair, and their stories spanned the spectrum from poignant to entertaining, informative to funny.

Every year Shameka leads 5-10 aspiring filmmakers through all phases of creating a short film. She gives us a fascinating inside view.

Crucial pollinators like bees and butterflies are disappearing but John helps restore them — with his native plant nursery, neighbors’ yards, and inspiring know-how.

Captivating stories from the world of violins and bows — and the players, makers, and community that enrich it.

With her blog, podcast, and books, Lori offers an antidote to common negative stories of black experience.

Engaging stories from decades of helping athletes (kids to pros) work through challenges on and off the field.

Hear about the free, innovative “Power Up” program where small business owners make strides learning from experts, peers, and coaches — plus evocative stories of life in the Caribbean, selling high-end jewelry, and her rich family history in Mt Airy.

Don’t miss these rich stories! Through 81 years of life, career reinventions, and volunteer projects, Yvonne homes in on key community issues and brings people together to tackle them.

If the state is truly threatening to take a defendant’s life, Tracy is their best hope.

Colorful Mt Airy author and illustrator Amy Ignatow creates funny, insightful, adventurous books for middle-grade kids (secretly enjoyed by grownups too).

Follow her journey from rural Vermont to the shores of northwest Philly as we hear about the joys and challenges of coaxing food from the earth in the country's fifth largest city.