Eric becomes a viable candidate when another drops out.

Stories From The Stage

Vote for Eric! | Eric Brooke's Story

Levelle finds a path to meaning, healing, and helping after prison.

Addiction and Crime Turned to Purpose | Levelle Wells' Story

Valery Killscrow-Copeland (Oglala Lakota) takes us on a hike...that’s interrupted by Bigfoot!

A Chance Encounter with Bigfoot | Valery Killscrow-Copeland's Story

Praveen Sahay shares what he learned about humanity and connection on a peace mission in Mozambique.

Peace Begets Peace | Praveen Sahay's Story

Climate organizer Sara chases bold advocacy goals, realizing change begins at the kitchen table.

What Do We Want? Climate Education! | Sara Karp's Story

Tereza speaks up about her undocumented status.

The DREAMers Act | Tereza Lee's Story

Omar’s underdog mayoral race captures the essence of youthful idealism.

Succeeding Meant Losing an Election | Omar Mohuddin's Story

Donna discovers herself a foreigner in her own country.

My Fellow Americans? | Donna Washington's Story

M.J. jumps into action when trouble strikes at her polling station.

The Zeal for Voting Never Stops | M.J. Kang's Story

ChaChanna Simpson summons the courage to reclaim her home from a bat.

Me and My Neighbor vs. a Bat | ChaChanna Simon's Story

Personal Journals

Society & Culture

Stories from the Stage showcases ordinary people sharing extraordinary stories, spotlighting diverse tellers who share moments — from the everyday to the life-altering — that celebrate the similarities and differences that unite us. Stories from the Stage is hosted by Liz Cheng and Patricia Alvarado Núñez, executive producers and co-creators of the series. A two-time Signal Awards finalist.For more information on our series, live events and how to submit a story, visit worldchannel.org/stories.