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#US - Unique & Shared Experiences

First Person Arts

#Us is a storytelling podcast from First Person Arts in Philly. We believe that everyone has a story to tell and that sharing our stories can change lives. The #Us podcast celebrates the power of personal storytelling. Our podcasts feature new stories from around the Philadelphia region and the world, pulled from our events archive, and told by people just like you. Hear hilarious and heartwarming stories where Philly gets real and unfiltered. Visit firstpersonarts.org to learn about our events and

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12:55

Five People, One Moment - Flags of America - Suzanne

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/19

Suzanne is a visual artist who had an exhibition on the National Mall in September of 2021. The art installation consisted of white flags, each one repricenting one life that was lost to COVID-19 in the United States. She shares who the exhibition started, what it means to her, and it became a place for people to give the people they'd lost with family, friends, and strangers. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube:

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08:47

Five People, One Moment - Flags of America - Simon

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/18

Simon is the creator of the Vexillology Podcast, a subreddit devoted to flags. He shares his story of falling in love with flags, creating an online community where other people could connect over flags and flag design, and the meaning behind some of his favorite flags related to the U.S. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon

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14:01

Five People, One Moment - Flags of America - Amber

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/17

Amber was the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs when they announced the More Colors, More Pide Flag, a flag which added a black and brown stripe to the rainbow flag. They discuss the huge amount of backlash and hatred that came from that announcement and how she never could have imagined how quickly the symbolism of the flag would have gone global. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube:

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10:24

Five People, One Moment - Flags of America - Emily

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/16

Emily shares her story about growing up in an area where the confederate flag was a common symbol. She discusses how her understanding of the weight of the simbol has changed and how removing the flag is a step in the right direction but there is more work to be done in our country as a whole when we confront our racist past. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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11:17

Five People, One Moment - Flags of America - Matthew

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/15

Matthew Skic is Curator of Exhibitions at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. Over the Summer of 2021 The Museum had an expedition on Flags in America. Matthew tells the story of his own personal connection to the Flag of the United States and discusses his favorite flags in the exhibitions and what they can tell modern day viewers about this nation's history. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube:

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30:49

"Invited Into That Club"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/11/08

This episode we will be hearing stories that examine the gender binary. These stories take a look at how it is a real force that affects lives, and how gender is a fluid construct we can play with. Join #Us for "Invited Into That Club". Ray Kate Sammie Swift Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity:

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"The Love He Gave Me"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/10/25

The weather is getting crisp, the sun is setting sooner, and the leaves are starting to turn. We all know what that means. It’s cuffing season! Time to find someone to curl up with during these cold months. So join #US to celebrate this time of year with five stories of love and romance. GABBY CAROLINE TORI BRANDON RAKEL Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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30:21

"The Love He Gave Me"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/10/25

The weather is getting crisp, the sun is setting sooner, and the leaves are starting to turn. We all know what that means. It’s cuffing season! Time to find someone to curl up with during these cold months. So join #US to celebrate this time of year with five stories of love and romance. GABBY CAROLINE TORI BRANDON RAKEL Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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33:18

"I Knew it Was Haunted"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/10/11

On this episode we are talking about close encounters of all kinds. So we have stories for you about ghosts, aliens, and robbers. Join #Us for "I Knew it Was Haunted". Ashley JD Kathrine Frank Sara Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity: https://tinyurl.com/Amazon-Charity-FPA First Person Arts ON SOCIAL - #US

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31:24

"Groundhog Day"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/09/27

Repetition can be a second chance, a new perspective, or feeling like you’re stuck in groundhog day. This week we have five stories about doing something one more time, to see if the results are any diffrent. Join #Us for “Groundhog Day” R. Eric Thomas Cara Spencer Steve Anissa Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity:

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34:15

"They Carried Me Through"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/09/13

Whether it’s embracing the ones you love, a part of yourself, or the circumstances you're in. This episode will be all about holding and accepting things as they are. Alexis Denise Bill Nancy Bea Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity: https://tinyurl.com/Amazon-Charity-FPA First Person Arts ON SOCIAL - #US

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31:14

Love Thy Hater

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/23

You are living your BEST LIFE and the people in your orbit cannot STAND it. Listen as these storytellers share how they learned to love their haters in the most unusual ways. How have you dealt with the haters in your life? Share your story in the comment section. Take #US with you and post pics of your summer fun on your favorite social media platform. #FirstPersonArts #Summer2021 #summerfun #FPAIs20 #20in2021 Lauren Tremaine Stan Paul Cecily Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper

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24:05

Five People. One moment - Change is Now - Dan

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/20

Dan is a Baker in Pittsburgh. However, days before the U.S. went into covid lockdown he was released from prison after being wrongfully convicted. He shares his story about working with the PA Innocence Project and all that he has done in the last 18 months, including delivering puppies, buying a home, and getting engaged. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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18:41

Five People. One moment - Change is Now - John

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/19

John is a comedian and essential worker. He shares his story about dating during the pandemic and the challenges that ultimately lead to a break-up. Then we chat with him about what his job was like during the pandemic and the new value he's put on self-care. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity:

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20:06

Five People. One moment - Change is Now - Danielle

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/18

Danielle is the Production Manager at First Person Arts. She shares her story of going from living paycheck to paycheck at a retail job to graduating with honors. Then we chatted with her about her past 18 months of working from home with her son. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story: https://www.firstpersonarts.org/Stories/COVID-Stories Amazon Charity:

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19:02

Five People. One moment - Change is Now - Brian

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/17

Brian is a standup comedian in NYC. When the pandemic began, his access to work and self-expression disappeared. He shares his story with us of looking back to his childhood during New York's shutdown and how enjoying nostalgic foods has led him to try new things now that the world around him is opening back up Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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15:14

Five People. One moment - Change is Now - Ellen

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/16

Ellen is a Nurse Coach with NYU Langone. She shares her story about experiencing severe burnout, to the point of wanting to quit nursing all together. But, through becoming a nurse coach she learned more deeply how to care for herself and spread that healing towards others. You can read Ellen's publication in the Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing here. Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID

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30:14

"Life Goes On, Right?"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/08/09

In this episode, we hear stories about how people have experienced changes in their lives. Change they manifested or change they managed. Sit by the pool, fire pit, or grill and listen to Turn, Turn, Turn. How have you navigated change? Share your story of change in the comment section. Take #US with you and post pics of your summer fun on your favorite social media platform. #FirstPersonArts #Summer2021 #summerfun #FPAIs20 #20in2021 Amanda Jake Frank Ashley Germaine Thank you to our media

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30:46

"If I Knew Then"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/07/26

Summer heat, thirst, thirsty, joy that cannot be contained, you name it! That delirious feeling comes about from big and small things. Get in where you can fit in! Has all this Summer freedom made you delirious yet? We certainly are! Take #US with you and post pics of your summer fun on your favorite social media platform. #FirstPersonArts #Summer2021 #summerfun #FPAIs20 #20in2021 Brittany Nick Victoria Langston Rosetta Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First

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30:16

"I Didn't Quite Fit In"

#US - Unique & Shared Experiences ·

2021/07/12

Out of the box thinking, pulling something out of a box, or refusing to be boxed in...Let us defy category boundaries set by others. Take #US with you as you travel down the shore or down south, or down under! #FirstPersonArts #Summer2021 #summerfun #FPAIs20 #20in2021 Robin Mark Sydney Charlie Kelsey Thank you to our media sponsor: Metro Newspaper Subscribe to First Person Arts YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/SubscribetoFPA Share your COVID Story:

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