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 &lt;p&gt;Tone shares the funny side of his hospital stay; Nina, who is blind and hearing-impaired, searches for the perfect volunteer driver; and Geraldine’s first hitchhiking adventure turns into an unforgettable journey of close calls and gratitude. &lt;em&gt;Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Mishaps in life are perhaps the ones we remember most vividly. 

Tone shares the funny side of his hospital stay; Nina, who is blind and hearing-impaired, searches for the perfect volunteer driver; and Geraldine’s first hitchhiking adventure turns into an unforgettable journey of close calls and gratitude. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

Life Is a Laugh

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 &lt;p&gt;A parent's urgent call cuts through the noise of Mary Murphy’s ordinary workday, leaving her at the crossroads of tragedy and responsibility; Alexis Muñoz transforms from struggling student into a guiding mentor; and after a casual trip to the Caribbean, Anne Bryant sails into a life of adventure. &lt;em&gt;Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Work can be simply a way to survive. But sometimes it is a nightmare, and other times a dream come true. 

A parent's urgent call cuts through the noise of Mary Murphy’s ordinary workday, leaving her at the crossroads of tragedy and responsibility; Alexis Muñoz transforms from struggling student into a guiding mentor; and after a casual trip to the Caribbean, Anne Bryant sails into a life of adventure. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

Nine-to-Five

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 &lt;p&gt;Lloyd transforms loss into a quest where forgiveness opens doors to justice; Alfred's day as a firefighter shifts when an act of arson shatters dreams; and Shanita becomes an abolitionist to break down the walls that separate her from her mother. &lt;em&gt;Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Life's journey is punctuated by times that call for courage and change.

Lloyd transforms loss into a quest where forgiveness opens doors to justice; Alfred's day as a firefighter shifts when an act of arson shatters dreams; and Shanita becomes an abolitionist to break down the walls that separate her from her mother. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

Turning Point

Swapna juggles dreams of becoming both a doctor and a mother; Omar steps into the chaos of the Waukesha tragedy and discovers a beacon of unity; and from the cold confines of his cell, Jabir confronts the prison's rules to have one last conversation with his mother. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" title="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

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 &lt;p&gt;Swapna juggles dreams of becoming both a doctor and a mother; Omar steps into the chaos of the Waukesha tragedy and discovers a beacon of unity; and from the cold confines of his cell, Jabir confronts the prison's rules to have one last conversation with his mother. &lt;em&gt;Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at &lt;a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" title="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"&gt;https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Sometimes, fleeting moments define our existence.

Swapna juggles dreams of becoming both a doctor and a mother; Omar steps into the chaos of the Waukesha tragedy and discovers a beacon of unity; and from the cold confines of his cell, Jabir confronts the prison's rules to have one last conversation with his mother. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" target="_blank">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

In an Instant

Raised in a restaurant family, Jennifer Cummings Hillery discovers her expertise lies beyond the dining room; Bobbie Wayne learns that aiming high can actually make the incredible happen; and Harry Harding ditches the big-money world of sports agents for a more compassionate calling. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" title="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

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 &lt;p&gt;Raised in a restaurant family, Jennifer Cummings Hillery discovers her expertise lies beyond the dining room; Bobbie Wayne learns that aiming high can actually make the incredible happen; and Harry Harding ditches the big-money world of sports agents for a more compassionate calling. &lt;em&gt;Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at &lt;a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" title="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"&gt;https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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The unexpected twists and turns of professional life can lead to revelation and finding a true path.

Raised in a restaurant family, Jennifer Cummings Hillery discovers her expertise lies beyond the dining room; Bobbie Wayne learns that aiming high can actually make the incredible happen; and Harry Harding ditches the big-money world of sports agents for a more compassionate calling. Show you appreciate these extraordinary storytellers by making a donation in any amount at <a href="https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/" target="_blank">https://worldchannel.org/donate/stories/</a>

You're Hired!

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.

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