Practicing interconnectedness as spirituality has led Bernal on some pretty unforgettable adventures. He migrated to the US from Guatemala in 1990 seeking asylum and now works with these populations including unaccompanied children -- it's a full circle of sorts in a field that can deplete the most seasoned workers. Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard talk with Bernal Cruz-Munoz about his story "Love That Name" and how he has found hope and inspiration in unexpected places.

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Nyimoch tells her story, "Crossing The Forbidden Line" about why she made the choice to abandon the hostile culture that she grew up with. Then she talks with Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard about her belief that women should be able to choose who they decide to love and marry. It's a fascinating look into the realities of a a culture unfamiliar to many in the United States. 

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When you wake up to who you are and what really matters to you, it can send you down some avenues you never expected to travel. Warren's story, "Falling for MacGuffin", is about faith and how he found it after years of resisting. Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard talk with Warren McPherson about his story, his beliefs and how how he has found faith in some very unexpected places.

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Warren McPherson Podcast

As a playwright, lyricist, and speechwriter, Sharon is used to telling stories on paper; making the leap from page to stage here has her a bit shaken, but not stirred. Her story tonight is about how mosquitoes, malaria and mambo turned her life into a ball - figuratively and literally.

URBAN TELLERS  October 5, 2018
TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE
Sharon Gavin live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org
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Sold: Sharon Gavin

From an early age, the consequences of Steve’s behavior had little effect on him, which led him down some crazy pathways in life. Today, he is married to his business partner and beautiful wife, Anna. They live in SE Portland with their new Bernadoodle puppy, Bella. Find out more about Steve’s work at teameggerts.com/

URBAN TELLERS  October 5, 2018
TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE
Steve Eggerts live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org
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Defiance: Steve Eggerts

Lynn’s story is about how she once overcame the challenges of being a lifelong introvert, by assuming an alter ego "Candice the Aluminum Can.”
Lynn has had a life filled with adventure, despite
the handicap of being a development director for most of her career. Now entering retirement, she is exploring different options to bring more fun, creativity and joy into what comes next.

URBAN TELLERS  October 5, 2018
TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE
Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org
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Yes, You CAN!: Lynn Fitch

In July 2017, Leah gave up a comfortable, predictable life in rural New Hampshire to travel the country and find a new home. Along the way she surprised herself by re-discovering her long-buried sense of fun, adventure, and sexuality. She has now settled in Portland and spends her days and nights talking and
writing about sex and sexuality, and now coaches others in communicating more effectively about their sexual needs and desires. She recently started a blog and podcast at GoodGirlsTalkAboutSex.com/.

URBAN TELLERS  October 5, 2018
TUNE INTO YOUR TRUE NATURE
Leah Carey live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org
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Removing The Blindfold: Leah Carey

Is karma immutable? Can we change our perspective, our outlook on life and the meaning of past experiences? Frank explores the possibility of a life that isn't "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short," but rather rich and kind, forgiving and full of promise. Frank's careers run the gamut from construction site go-fer to professor of English, from bridge tender to wedding photographer. As he cruises through his golden years, he looks for ways to brighten each day.

URBAN TELLERS  June 7, 2019
SO IT GOES
Frank Engel live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org

So This Is How The World Works: Frank Engel

A gentleman of a certain age wonders about the unknown and unknowable future as he enters the third act of his three- act play.
Lawrence Howard has been a hippie woodworker, a legal researcher, an Armchair Adventurer, a lover of limericks, and the self-proclaimed but undisputed barbecue king of Nassau County, NY. He is also a co-founder of Portland Story Theater.

URBAN TELLERS  June 7, 2019
SO IT GOES
Lawrence Howard live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org

When I'm 64: Lawrence Howard

Sometimes, it is a single event that forever changes your life. This will be Lynn’s last story with Portland Story Theater. She is leaving Portland and heading to parts unknown. Being a part of Urban Tellers and sharing a dozen stories with all of you, has been the best time ever. But, her gypsy soul beckons and new adventures await. So...goodbye, farewell, adios, sayonara, auf Wiedersehen, bye-bye, so long, cheerio, ta-ta for now!

URBAN TELLERS  June 7, 2019
SO IT GOES
Lynn Fitch live at The Old Church Concert Hall in Portland, OR
Portland Story Theater, hosted by Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy
pdxstorytheater.org

The Picasso Gorilla: Lynn Fitch

Urban Tellers® Backstory features a story followed by an in-depth, unscripted interview with the storyteller. Listeners get to hear the story, plus an inside view into the person, their process, and the story  behind the story. 

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