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Our Stories Matter

Our Stories Matter Podcast

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Frequency: 1 episode/21d. Total Eps: 91

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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UNDERCOVER: The Changing Face of Terrorism in the US

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 • Duration 57:08

UNDERCOVER: The Changing Face of Terrorism in the US | Trailer

Season 6 · Episode 8

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 • Duration 02:43

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.

From Hate to Hope

Season 6 · Episode 3

Thursday, May 22, 2025 • Duration 59:17

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 radicalization to redemption. Now colleagues at Parents 4 Peace, Arno and Mubin work as exit interventionists, helping individuals disengage from extremism and educating communities across North America about the warning signs of radicalization. They reflect on their personal transformations, the beliefs that once fueled their hatred, and the turning points that led them to leave extremist ideologies behind. Together, they draw striking parallels between the radical movements they once belonged to and the polarization growing on today’s college campuses. This episode is a moving exploration of change, accountability, and the urgent need for empathy and dialogue in confronting hate.

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Season 6 · Episode 3

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 • Duration 03:19

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. Full episode drops Thursday, May 22.

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A Jewish Student Ignites National Conversation

Season 6 · Episode 2

Thursday, May 15, 2025 • Duration 44:42

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 has organized rallies and educational events to promote Jewish identity and push back against rising hostility. In November 2024, she testified before the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce, offering powerful testimony about her experiences. She discusses her activism, the challenges she’s faced, and the methods she’s found most effective for fostering open, respectful dialogue in today’s polarized environment.

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Season 6 · Episode 2

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 • Duration 01:54

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 Thursday, May 15.

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Before the Breaking Point

Season 6 · Episode 1

Thursday, May 8, 2025 • Duration 46:04

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, Adela reflects on her decision to sue her university, her experiences navigating intersectional identities, and her commitment to advocating for marginalized communities. She discusses the mental health impact of hate speech on Jewish students, the importance of interfaith solidarity, and the need for inclusive, safe spaces. Having spoken on platforms like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, Adela emphasizes resilience, unity, and the power of speaking out. Her story is one of strength, activism, and the bravery to lead even when standing alone.

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Season 6 · Episode 1

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • Duration 02:12

Adela Cojab shares her powerful journey of speaking out against antisemitism and radicalism on college campuses—long before October 7th. Hear a preview of her courageous activism and why her voice matters now more than ever. Full episode drops Thursday, May 8.

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Our Stories Matter: Courage on Campus | Season 6 Trailer

Season 6

Thursday, May 1, 2025 • Duration 01:52

This season on Our Stories Matter, we’re confronting the mental health crisis and rising radicalization on college campuses. Students, survivors, and changemakers share powerful stories of resilience, resistance, and the courage to speak out in the face of hate.

Season 6 premieres May 8th.

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Being Human

Season 5 · Episode 18

Thursday, February 13, 2025 • Duration 47:20

Lucy Aharish, an Arab-Israeli journalist, news anchor, television host, and mother, discusses how the events of October 7th have affected her personally and professionally. Aharish opens up with her struggles of reporting on atrocious, antisemtic acts. In addition, Aharish emphasizes the importance of education and critical thinking when it comes to engaging in meaningful discourse. She also talks about how it is her duty, as a journalist and civilian, to criticize her government and fight for her country. Lastly, she speaks to the uncertainties of life during a time of war and her struggles with learning how to rebuild a life full of hope. Aharish wonders, how do we regain our compassion, and how, if ever, will we return to normal life?

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