The Stoop Storytelling Series
The Stoop showcases the extraordinary true stories of “ordinary" people, told in front of live audiences as large as 1,400. Stoop stories are weird, wonderful, hilarious, and heartbreaking — and, above all, intimate. Founders Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin host the podcast. The Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios. Click here to explore The Stoop's podcast archive prior to August 2022.
Flip the Vote
This week on the podcast, two stories to remind us that politics doesn’t always go according to plan. The storytellers this week were Jack Darrell and Katie O’Malley.
Beyond Intuition
This week on the podcast, two stories from women who say they can see what the rest of us can’t. The storytellers this week are Deborah Diamond and Elise Gallagher.
Taking a Tumble
This week on the podcast, two stories about boys who fall, things that go terribly wrong, and the reality that nobody walks away entirely unscathed. This week's storytellers are Warren Burke and Brian Jolles.
Teen Moms
This week on the podcast, two stories about teens having babies while they’re still, well… babies themselves. Our storytellers were Summer Disney and Rosalia Scalia.
Cheerio, Love
This week on the podcast, "Cheerio, Love," two stories about romantic Anglophiles. The storytellers are Penelope Mazzetti and Melissa Sharlat.
Best of the Stoop: Baltimoored
This week, we bring you three true tales about being stuck in the hot, humid city for the summer. Originally published July 12, 2016. Storytellers: Susan Kim Michael Ziccardi Larry Doyle
Best of the Stoop: Rock n' Roll
This week, we bring you three true, personal tales about rock n’ roll — including one that involves quilting! Originally published September 13, 2021. Storytellers: Mimi Dietrich Terry Sapp Jeff Eline Music: Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Grunge by HoliznaCC0/Free Music Archive
Gentle Giants
This week on the podcast, "Gentle Giants," two stories about elephants at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. The storytellers are Laura Riley and Mike McClure.
Charm City
This week on the podcast, "Charm City," two stories about people who were able to find the charm in Charm City.
Streets of Baltimore
This week on the podcast, "Streets of Baltimore," two stories about navigating the streets of Baltimore.
Father Figures
This week on the podcast, "Father Figures," two stories about great dads.
The Bookworm and the Cinephile
Storytellers:
Rupert WondowolskiEric Allen HatchMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Turning The Page by Kirk Osamayo/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Jessica Henkin and Aaron Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Sonrize and Peaches
Storytellers:
SonrizePeaches ChristMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive We used to dance by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Jessica Henkin and Aaron Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Mothers and Sons
Storytellers:
Aseloka SmithThomas DotstryMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive The Rebelution by TRG Banks/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Jessica Henkin and Aaron Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Mouth-to-Snout
Storytellers:
Ronnie Pastor
Therese Lynch
Music:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive
Breathe by Mr Smith/Free Music Archive
The Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Jessica Henkin and Aaron Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
The Thin Place
Storytellers:
Josh RileyJulie ScharperMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Ghost Homeland by Kirk Osamayo/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Close Call
Storytellers:
Ronnie Shaun AdamecMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Too Fly by Ketsa/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Free as We Were
Storytellers:Barbara AmanAbbi MarchesaniMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive As You Know I'm A Force of Nature by Sleeping Boats/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Sue Me
Storytellers:Mark MiazgaAndy Levy Music:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Amusement Bark by Pawel Feszczuk/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Crushes
Storytellers:Lester SpenceSteve ChuTi MalikMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Puppy Love by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Bikemore
Storytellers:Juan CarlosJanice CampbellMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Rusty Bicycle by John Bartmann/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
“Oh, So Sorry, No!”
Storytellers:Brendan Dorr Josh Fruhlinger Music:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Game BOI 2 by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Just For You
Storytellers:Megan ElcratSheila McMenaminMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Winter Blues by HoliznaCC0/Free Music Archive/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Christmas Eve Engagements
Storytellers:Edward and Christina SledgeJustine BarronMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Fire Place by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
From Scratch
Storytellers:Michelle Petties Ann Maria BeardMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Mountain Sun by Jason Shaw/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Found Families
Storytellers:Cara Kelly - story of learning about a brother she never knew she hadSusan Ellsberry Music:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Find Your Peace by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Once Bitten, Twice Shy
Storytellers:Suzanne Linkroum Tracy Field Music:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Love song by a ghost duet by Loyalty Freak Music/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Flat First Dates
Storytellers:Aseloka SmithAmanda SarverMaggie Hadley Janet GilbertMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Just You and Me (I Like You Better) by Atch/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Good Neighbors
Storytellers:Jess WatsonRoxy FreefallMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Chain-Link Fence by Mild Wild/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Just Add Water
Storytellers:Angie Kelley Michelle ShellersMusic:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Walking on water by TRG Banks/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Look for the Helpers
Storytellers:Akemi Tsuru Tova Jussim Music:Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive The Birth by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Dog Days of Summer, Part 2: Healing Companions
Storytellers:
Elise Gallagher Phuong NguyenMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Puppy Love by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Dog Days of Summer, Part 1: Paws of Duty
Storytellers:
Thomas Dotstry Stacy GilbertMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive A Cloud Dog named Sky by HoliznaCC0 is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
So, This is How I Die
Storytellers:
Paul NewsonBruce MacKenzieMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive Survival Of The Fittest by Kirk Osamayo is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License/Free Music Archive/The Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Con Job
Storytellers:
Len Van De GraafStacy
Music:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive A Little Shade by HoliznaCC0/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
Hot Mess
Storytellers:
Catharine RobertsonGillian QuinnMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive "Little Blue Devil" by Sail Patches/Free Music ArchiveSee Past the Symptoms
Storytellers:
Mary Saha Lt Gov Aruna MillerMusic:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive "Angel Down" by Mr Smith/Free Music ArchiveThe Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
In My Other Life…
Storytellers:
Erika ItoLaura CappelliMusic:
"Something Elated," by Broke for Free/CC BY 3.0/Free Music Archive "Night Life" by HoliznaCC0/CC0 1.0/Free Music ArchiveMama Said
This week on the podcast, two stories about women who honored their mothers’ wishes at the end of their lives.
Pivot Point
Storytellers:
Kim Wiggins
Stacey Lee
Music:
Something Elated by Broke for Free/Free Music Archive
"Cool Change," by Mr Smith/Free Music Archive
The Stoop Storytelling Podcast is hosted by Laura Wexler and Jessica Henkin, produced by Maureen Harvie, and distributed by Your Public Studios.
