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.
Philosophy on wealth distribution and leaving money to children
James Foley's first impression of Rye and a meaningful Christmas night in captivity
Larry Burrows's career, death, and legacy as a Life war photographer
The role of storytelling in shaping mindset and finding connection in midlife
Painting a mural depicting multiethnic humanity progressing toward justice
World Team Tennis as a model for gender equality and cooperation
Reflections on friendship with Foley and lessons learned from his life
The symbolic power and meaning of the Obama presidency and family
Founding the Bryan A. Stevenson School of Excellence for underrepresented youth
Teaching the American War in Vietnam to a diverse and ideologically varied student body
“We have to use our energy. We have to use our time and do whatever we can to uplift people and help them understand that they have power. We really can create a better world.”
Dolores Huerta
Enduring lessons from King's 1967 Riverside Church speech on Vietnam
Bradlee's unwavering positivity and its lasting influence on their son Quinn
Design philosophy behind listing individual names on the Vietnam Memorial
Rope torture technique and resistance during interrogation as a POW
Empowering students with real responsibility in New York Harbor restoration
Involvement with the Sing Sing Museum and amplifying overlooked voices
Becoming mother's caretaker and protector after the war
Emmett Till's murder and its role in galvanizing Civil Rights activism
Jim's connections with fellow prisoners and guards during captivity in Libya
King's legacy and the ongoing struggle for moral righteousness and social justice
