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The TMI Project Story Hour
TMI Project
Frequency: 1 episode/24d. Total Eps: 91
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
28/11/2025#91🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
04/04/2025#70
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Sam Finds a Ripple of Hope with the Grateful Dead
Season 7
mercredi 5 juin 2024 • Duration 14:53
When Sam finds himself at St. Christopher's – an in-patient addiction treatment facility – for the second time, he discovers an unexpected solace when he becomes a church choir director. Tune in to learn how, when his community learns of a tragic loss, Sam (and the Grateful Dead) helps them find harmony within the chaos.
If you think you have a problem and want help, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a meaningful connection you made with someone during a difficult time.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
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Jonathan Finds His Child’s Pose
Season 7
mercredi 29 mai 2024 • Duration 14:42
The youngest of four boys in a family that abides by a “stifle-your-feelings” approach to life, Jonathan learns how to process his chaotic life through his dreams. Listen in to find out how, at 9 years-old, he’s awoken from a recurring nightmare to find it’s become a reality.
If you think you have a problem and want help, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a time when you felt misunderstood or overlooked by your family.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
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Tahyira's Abortion: A Coming of Age Story
Season 6
mercredi 13 décembre 2023 • Duration 17:13
In a candid conversation with her partner, Tahyira grapples with the realities of an unplanned pregnancy, reflecting on the racial disparities and societal expectations that shape her decisions. While Tahyira has to face many challenges alone, her abortion experience becomes a profound turning point in which she gains confidence, claims independence, and for the first time, feels like a grown woman she can depend on.
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a moment or experience that marked a profound turning point in your life.
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Message in a Bottle: International Women's Podcast Awards
Season 6
mercredi 6 décembre 2023 • Duration 11:24
TMI Project Executive Director Eva Tenuto’s “message in a bottle” about The TMI Project Story Hour’s big win at the International Women’s Podcast Awards in London.
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TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
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Stephen Meets The Saint of the AIDS Crisis
Season 6
vendredi 1 décembre 2023 • Duration 14:28
Stephen Cardile learns to let his freak flag fly at The Saint, a vibrant gay club in 1980s' New York City. There, he reconnects with his childhood friend, Jimmy. In honor of World AIDS day on December 1st, Stephen reveals his personal journey during the AIDS crisis and pays tribute to his dear friend.
Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of HIV/AIDS, death and dying, drug use, and descriptions of medical emergencies. Listener discretion is advised.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a friendship that has deeply impacted your life.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
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Katie, Raine, and Tina the Tampon Lady
Season 6
mercredi 29 novembre 2023 • Duration 24:59
Eva talks to Katie, Tina, and Raine to explore the ultimate TMI topic: menstruation. Get a sneak peek into TMI Project’s partnership with the brave students of Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club as they prepare for their upcoming performance and emphasize the challenges faced by those who menstruate, the impact of period poverty, and the urgent need for comprehensive education.
Join us on December 6th, 2023 for a live performance in Kingston, NY - or via livestream from anywhere with an internet connection. RSVP today!
Period Power! Club is a chapter of PERIOD.ORG.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a memorable experience you have related to period products. It could be the first time you used a specific product or saw a product on a shelf, a humorous incident, or a moment when your choice of period products was influenced by others.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
Links
- https://www.tmiproject.org
- https://www.instagram.com/tmiproject
- https://www.facebook.com/tmiproject
- https://www.tiktok.com/@tmiproject
- https://www.radiokingston.org
Statistic Sources
- https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/girls-teenagers-start-period-menstruation-education-womens-health-betty-for-schools-a7636246.html
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35123055/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10014781/#:~:text=Around%201.8%20billion%20people%20menstruate,26%25%20of%20the%20global%20population.
- https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1069
- https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/period-products-can-contain-hazardous-ingredients-some-states-are-requiring-more-transparent-labeling
Period Power! Club Website
RSVP to Stories for Choice: Period Power
Troy Ellen: Revolutionary Badass
Season 6
mercredi 22 novembre 2023 • Duration 13:56
Growing up in a predominantly white world, Troy Ellen is often criticized for not being black enough. By exploring identity through two different characters—first at 13 when she’s forced to play the role of Tituba, the enslaved character in The Crucible, and at 16 when she chooses to play the role of Peaches in Four Women by Nina Simone—Troy Ellen accepts herself for being black enough just as she is.
Today's episode is hosted by Micah.
Content Warning: N/A
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about an event or movement in history that deeply resonates with your cultural or racial identity and how it has influenced your life or perspective.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written by Dara Lurie, and edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
Links
Crystal, Sarah, & Susan’s Furry, Four-Legged Misadventures
Season 6
mercredi 15 novembre 2023 • Duration 25:54
In this pet-themed episode, three storytellers share mis-adventurous tales that celebrate the unique connection between animals and the crazy human caretakers who love them: Crystal has an epic cat battle, Sarah forms an unbreakable bond with a disabled dog, and Susan goes on a pet rescue mission.
These stories were originally presented on February 18th, 2016 at BSP in Kingston, NY.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a mishap that had you questioning your abilities as a pet owner.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
Links
Ray Cocks: A Veteran’s Story
Season 6
mercredi 8 novembre 2023 • Duration 22:45
Ray Cocks learned the intricate complexities of violence at a young age - knowledge he continued to carry with him through his deployment during the Vietnam War. In honor of Veteran’s Day, Ray shares his story, which captures the profound strength and resilience of the human spirit. He also opens up about how it felt to tell his story and how storytelling continues to impact him today.
Content Warning: This episode contains candid discussion of violence and warfare, child abuse, and domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a time you discovered your own inner strength and resilience through a life-altering experience.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson.
If you believe everyone deserves the right to safely share their truth, make a donation today!
Your gift powers our storytellers, who do more than entertain: they reclaim the power of the untold story. They divulge the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves for personal liberation, human connection, and freedom, for both themselves and those who listen.
Links
The TMI Project Story Hour: Trailer
Season 6
mercredi 1 novembre 2023 • Duration 02:03
Discover the transformative power of true storytelling on The TMI Project Story Hour. In this trailer, we offer a glimpse into the compelling narratives you’ll hear in upcoming episodes.
Each episode features real people, real voices, and real stories - all written during a TMI Project workshop. These unsung heroes craft true stories that intentionally include the “too much information” parts we usually keep to ourselves. We’ll take you behind the scenes with our storytellers as they showcase just how contagious speaking the truth can be.
If you’re seeking some heartfelt connection with some radical truth-tellers, we’ve got you covered: Subscribe today.
TMI Project Staff
- Eva Tenuto (she/her), Executive and Artistic Director / Co-founder
- Blake Pfeil (he/him), Operations and Programs Manager
- Laura Marie Ruocco (she/her), Marketing and Digital Coordinator
- Raine Grayson (he/him), Organizational Administrator
- Dara Lurie (she/her), Partnership Outreach Coordinator
- Riley Gibbons (they/them), Administrative Assistant
This episode was written by Raine Grayson and Eva Tenuto, mixed/mastered by Blake Pfeil, and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston.
If you believe Storytelling is Social Justice and want to support TMI Project’s creation and amplification of true stories, you can make a contribution HERE.
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