Brought to you by Trauma Informed Learning Alliance, Our Stories Matter is a podcast celebrating the complex lived experiences of activists and healers by sharing their inspiring stories. Our Stories Matter centers on healing through activism, art, poetry, film, music, breath, movement, and more. Each guest brings a unique story, but one with the global theme of community healing and liberation through storytelling. As journalist Lauren Gilger profoundly states, “the power of the story will save us all.” Follow @TraumaInformedLA on Instagram for updates!
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Signup to Generate a PitchBrought to you by Trauma Informed Learning Alliance, Our Stories Matter is a podcast celebrating the complex lived experiences of activists and healers by sharing their inspiring stories. Our Stories Matter centers on healing through activism, art, poetry, film, music, breath, movement, and more.
Recent episodes include "Beyond the Binary: A Voice from Gaza - Choosing Nuance in a World that Demands Sides" (14 June 2026, 37 minutes), "Beyond the Binary: The Silent Majority What Students Feel, But Don’t Say" (7 June 2026, 36 minutes), and "Beyond the Binary: Standing Together A Muslim, Jewish Alliance Against Hate" (31 May 2026, 33 minutes).
Our Stories Matter publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 96 episodes.
Booking probability for Our Stories Matter is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Our Stories Matter requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Our Stories Matter's contact route on record: verified email.
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Our Stories Matter is a society podcast with 96 episodes published.
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Episode #5
💔 How do you choose peace, humanity, and coexistence in the face of devastating grief? In this episode of Campus Voices: Civil Engagement in an Era of Division from Our Stories Matter, Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib...
Episode #4
🤐 What happens when students and professors are too afraid to speak honestly on college campuses? In this episode of Campus Voices: Civil Engagement in an Era of Division from Our Stories Matter, journalists Maya...
Episode #3
🚨 What happens when college campuses stop being places for open dialogue, civil discourse, and student safety? In this episode of Campus Voices: Civil Engagement in an Era of Division from Our Stories Matter, Dr. Ayal...
Episode #2
Episode #1
Can people with deeply different identities and perspectives still stay connected through dialogue? In this powerful season premiere of Our Stories Matter: Campus Voices – Civil Engagement in an Era of Division , Heidi...
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In this riveting episode, we sit down with Lara Burns, a former FBI counterterrorism expert, for a deep dive into the evolution of terrorism—from the attacks of September 11, 2001, to the emerging threats we see on...
Episode #8
Former FBI counterterrorism expert Lara Burns reveals how the radicalization she once tracked overseas is now taking root on America’s college campuses. Full episode premieres on June 26th.
Episode #5
Yasmine Mohammed, author of Unveiled: How Western Liberals Empower Radical Islam , shares her harrowing story of escaping religious fundamentalism and an arranged marriage to an Al-Qaeda terrorist. In this episode...
Episode #5
Yasmine Mohammed escaped religious extremism and now fights for human rights. In this preview, she reflects on the cost of freedom and why her story resonates on today’s campuses. Full episode drops Thursday, June 19th.
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Shoval Tshuva, an Israeli filmmaker, shares her powerful story of resilience, creativity, and the painful reality of being silenced. In this episode, Shoval opens up about her short film Funky , which addresses sexual...
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Israeli filmmaker Shoval Tshuva shares the story behind her film Funky —and how she was canceled for being Israeli. A powerful episode about silencing, survival, and the fight to be heard. Full episode drops Thursday...
Episode #7
Loay Alshareef, born and raised in Saudi Arabia, shares his personal journey of breaking free from extremist ideologies after a transformative encounter with a Jewish individual. In this episode, Loay reflects on the...
Episode #7
Loay Alshareef’s life changed after a single conversation challenged years of extremist belief. This preview introduces his powerful story of transformation, empathy, and cross-cultural healing. Full episode drops...
Episode #4
Eli Tsives, a loud and proud student activist at UCLA who has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, returns to the podcast alongside Naomi, founder of Jewish Pride Always and a passionate educator creating content...
Episode #4
Student activist Eli Tsives and Jewish Pride Always founder Naomi return to the podcast for a powerful conversation on advocacy, education, and resilience. Together, they represent the yin and yang of Jewish campus...
Episode #3
In this episode, Arno Michaelis, a former Neo-Nazi and author of My Life After Hate , and Mubin Shaikh, a former jihadist extremist turned counterterrorism expert, join this powerful episode to share their journeys from...
Episode #3
Former extremists Arno Michaelis and Mubin Shaikh open up about their journeys out of hate and into healing. This is a preview of an unforgettable conversation about change, compassion, and confronting radicalization...
Episode #2
In this episode, Eden Yadegar, a senior at Columbia University, shares her journey as a leading advocate against antisemitism on college campuses. As president of Columbia's chapter of Students Supporting Israel, Eden...
Episode #2
Eden Yadegar, a student leader at Columbia University, offers a glimpse into her fight against antisemitism and her testimony before Congress. Don’t miss her insights on activism, identity, and hope. Full episode drops...
Episode #1
Adela Cojab Moadeb, a Mexican-Jewish student activist and NYU graduate, shares her courageous journey of standing up against antisemitism and radicalism on college campuses—long before October 7th. In this episode...
Recent guests on Our Stories Matter. Study who booked and why before you pitch.
director of the Realign for Palestine project, Realign for Palestine
human rights activist, bestselling author, podcast host, co-founder of the Clarity Coalition, Free Hearts Free Minds
UAE-based peace activist and social media influencer, SHARAKA
Professor in the School of Public Safety at Seneca College, Parents for Peace
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