Storytelling Channel

Family Stories, Part 1 of 2

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 10:43:56 -0800

Episode 102 from the popular PBS Ancestors series. Featuring Fabiana Chiu and her quest to document her family's story from China through Peru and to New York City.

Family Stories, Part 2 of 2

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 10:44:43 -0800

Episode 102 from the popular PBS Ancestors series. Featuring an interview with journalist Bill Zimmerman, author of "How to Tape Instant Oral Biographies."

Call of Story 01 - That's What Mamas Do

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:20:34 -0700

After a brief introduction to "The Call of Story," enjoy Donald Davis' recollection of growing up and learning "That's What Mamas Do." At the end....close your eyes, smell the grass, and listen for the echo of yown Mama's voice, from days gone by.

Call of Story 02 - An Enjoyable Conversation

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:21:09 -0700

Storytellers Donald Davis, Carmen Deedy, Rex Ellis, Syd Lieberman, Waddie Mitchell, and Dovie Thomason-Sickle muse about the role of story in both everyday and crucial conversations as well as its importance in creating family cohesion.

Call of Story 03 - You're Gonna Miss Me

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:21:41 -0700

In "You're Gonna Miss Me" Carmen Deedy takes us on a Christmas shopping trip to the mall with her mother. You will be moved to laughter and tears before they even leave the parking lot. More stories like this can be found under the "Legacy" tab.

Call of Story 05 - My Dad The Healer

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:22:11 -0700

"My Dad The Healer" as told by Rex Ellis brings his Dad, the man who could fix anything, to life. Listen to the story of a trip to the market and the day a boy learns that there really are heroes.

Call of Story 06 - LIttle Moments

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:22:41 -0700

Storytellers Waddie Mitchell, Dovie Thomason-SickleDonald Davis, Carmen Deedy, Rex Ellis, and Syd Lieberman talk about finding "gold" in the moments of everyday life and how the best stories help us recognize it.

Call of Story 07 - Belle of the Ball

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:23:12 -0700

"Belle of the Ball," told by Waddie Mitchell the internationally known cowboy poet, will tug at your heartstrings, we promise. Saying more would ruin the ending, so grab a hanky, tap your toes and listen.

Call of Story 08 - Connecting With Our Children

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:23:42 -0700

Storytellers Dovie Thomason-Sickle, Donald Davis, Carmen Deedy, Rex Ellis, Syd Lieberman, and Waddie Mitchell discuss the hunger children and parents have for each others stories and how stories guide life choices.

Call of Story 09 - There Is A Season

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:48:09 -0700

The night Syd Lieberman's son softly asks him, "So, how are you really?" is the night Syd really begins to understand that to everything, "There Is A Season." Through this poignant story we begin to understand it too.

Call of Story 10 - Every Life Is a Story

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 20:57:44 -0700

Storytellers Dovie Thomason-Sickle, Donald Davis, Carmen Deedy, Rex Ellis, Syd Lieberman, and Waddie Mitchell discuss how every life is a story, and how stories keep us connected to our ancestors.

Call of Story 11 - My Name is Dovie

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:24:44 -0700

In "My Name is Dovie," Dovie Thomason-Sickles tells of how the gift of story, Christmas in the pueblo, and a coming baby bring her home.

The Generations Project - BYU Television

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:39:25 -0700

"The Generations Project" is a new television show by BYU Television about discovering your roots. The show will help you solve unsolved mysteries about your family's history.

Family Oral History by Susan Kitchens

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:54:19 -0700

Computer book author Susan Kitchens discusses her website, www.familyoralhistory.us, where she shares tips for being a better interviewer, using the right tools, and the possibilities of digital technology. www.rootstelevision.com

Capturing The Past, Part 1

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:25:12 -0700

Overview of oral history interviewing. When people tell stories about their own lives and those stories are preserved and passed down for future generations, it's called oral history.

Capturing The Past, Part 2

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:25:43 -0700

Step 1 of a succesful oral history interviewing is "Planning the Interview." In this step you will set your objective, select someone to interview and invite them to participate.

Capturing The Past, Part 3

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:26:11 -0700

Step 2 of a succesful oral history interviewing is "Preparing for an Interview." In this step you will prepare your questions, emphasizing ones that are open-ended, as well as test and practice with your equipment.

Capturing The Past, Part 4

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:29:23 -0700

Step 3 of a succesful oral history interviewing is "Conducting the Interview." In this step you will interview the person you have selected. Tips include placing the camera or tape recorder, choosing a location, and using memory triggers.

Capturing The Past, Part 5

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:30:02 -0700

Step 4 of a succesful oral history interviewing is "Preserving the Interview." In this concluding step you will make back up copies of your notes or recorded media, prepare a transcript of the interview, and share your results.

Life as a Kid

Mon, 05 Mar 2007 21:00:00 -0800

A sample of the facinating oral histories captured by The Appalachian Media Access Center and the Athens County Library System. www.dogstarmedia.com www.athenscountylib.oh.us/ www.rootstelevision.com

Ancestry.com - My Story: Peggy McDowell

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 19:51:13 -0700

She searched for the people behind her passion. She found a way for their legacy to live on. Who will you discover on Ancestry.com?

Your Story Here: Family Traditions

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:10:03 -0700

Michael and Josephine Fortunato reflect on their grandfathers' immigration to the US and share a family tradition with their son. The video was produced by Your Story Here Video Biographies (www.yourstoryherehome.com).

Family History for New Nephew

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:21:32 -0800

Anchor Sherri Talley of KTBS-TV in Shreveport, Louisiana, preserves a unique piece of family history for her new nephew. You can visit her blog at: www.sherritalley.com.

An Adoption Story

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:29:33 -0700

Marilyn Andrus shares her adoption story at the 2008 SoCal Jamboree.