Stories - Life Stories
Stories 1773 Interviews 59
Our stories are about how people make sense of their own lives, how they can shed light on our lives, and how we are connected to one another, to history, and to the larger human story.
Dr. King's vision for redeeming the soul of America and peaceful coexistence
Learning about brother Bryan Stevenson's memorial and museum work
Father's relationship with Jim Foley's parents during captivity
Close friendship with Warren Buffett and shared experiences over the years
Grace and generosity as guiding principles for personal happiness and conduct
Young women taking cues from older women rather than media images
The absence of nonviolence education and training in today's society
Bryan Stevenson's personal sacrifices and sense of divine purpose in his work
Legal scholars' growing criticism of the Korematsu decision over the decades
Challenging harmful narratives through honest imagery of Black life
Jim's protective nature and concerns about military service
“All art gives me joy and hope. It's looking at reality in a unique way and being able to translate what you believe in, what you've experienced, and what you hope for into a work of art.”
James Cromwell
Skepticism about abolition and the search for more meaningful questions
Navigating uncertainty and propaganda requests during John's captivity
Three self-described character traits: courage, perseverance, and compassion
Grief, remarriage, and Susie's role accompanying dying people
Perspectives on the women's movement and diverging priorities for Black women
Grandchildren's nickname for John McCain becoming "geezer"
Expressing care and concern for Obama's health and safety
The core message of The Color Purple and the possibility of happiness despite hardship
Jim's close but politically opposite bond with his uncle Fernando
