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| Period Power Stories: The Extravaganza! (Live Episode) | 12 Nov 2025 | 01:34:57 | |
On September 17, 2025, TMI Project celebrated the launch of The TMI Project Story Hour’s new special video podcast collection, Period Power Stories! The late-night talk show–style celebration was hosted by musician and queer icon Bitch and taped for the special live episode presentation. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Reframe the Shame | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:32:10 | |
Period Power! Club members Kat and Divine talk sex education, chocolate cravings, and how advocating for period poverty awareness in high school helped set the course for advocacy in all areas of life. Xyajah shares her TMI Project monologue, where she speaks about getting her first period at just nine years old, feeling unprepared and unable to speak about it with her family. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Join the Flow, Bro | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:24:05 | |
What do guys know about periods? Period Power! Club resident bro RhemYi shares his TMI Project monologue recounting a menstrual mishap he made as a “young buck”, and speaks with Makayla, David, and Mr. Burch about what they have learned about supporting the menstruators in their lives, and what more they still have to learn. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: How to Get Doctors to Listen | 22 Oct 2025 | 00:31:54 | |
The Period Power activists are joined by social work students and a practicing midwife, who share their own Period Power Stories, plus advice on how to advocate for yourself in a medical setting. Social work student and Period Power! Club intern Rebecca shares her TMI Project monologue, where she recounts her harrowing experiences with severe period pain and heavy flow, which led to a medical emergency during her teen years. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: The Birds and the Bees | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:20:30 | |
Period Power! Club members Siobhan and Makayla talk periods, education, and shame, plus a visit from a special guest - Siobhan’s dad and Kingston High School teacher Mr. Burch! Siobhan shares her TMI Project monologue on getting her first period, and how her family’s openness and education around menstruation conflicted with the social stigma she internalized about menstruation. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Senator Michelle Hinchey on Period Politics | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:42:05 | |
Period Power! Club president Makayla Leon interviews Senator Michelle Hinchey, who introduced a successful bill to require menstrual products to be offered for free in public colleges in New York State and university restrooms. Period Power! Club advisor Tina Dierna shares her TMI Project monologue on how she came to be known as “Tina the Tampon Lady." This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Bloody Storytelling | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:24:56 | |
Period Power activists interview mentor Dara Lurie, one of the TMI Project Workshop Leaders who helped them craft their Period Power Stories. Dara shares advice that she received as a young activist in Berlin, directly from Audre Lorde herself. Makayla shares her Period Power story, a letter to her body recounting her journey of self-love and acceptance while she grapples with societal expectation around her multiracial identity and menstruation. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Recycle Your Cycle | 24 Sep 2025 | 00:15:00 | |
Did you know that an estimated 11,000 tampons are used over the course of the average menstruators' lifetime? Period Power! Club members discuss some options for more environmentally friendly menstrual products. The club watches Domonique’s 2023 TMI Project monologue about her first time using a tampon, and Domonique reflects on how telling her true story on stage has impacted her one year later. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Period Power Stories: Trailer | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:00:59 | |
Introducing Period Power Stories, a video podcast collaboration between true storytelling organization TMI Project, and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. Period Power Stories was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. Links | |||
| Introducing Period Power Stories | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:27:38 | |
Raine introduces listeners to Period Power Stories, TMI Project’s collaboration with the brave students of Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. Period Power Stories uses true storytelling to raise awareness of menstrual stigma, period poverty, and the urgent need for comprehensive education. Period Power! Club is a chapter of PERIOD.ORG. This episode was produced in partnership with HUDSY and Kingston High School’s Period Power! Club. It was written and produced by Hayley Downs, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. It was directed by Raine Grayson. All episodes are shot and edited by HUDSY. TMI Project is available to offer true storytelling workshops and performances for your school or workplace: tmiproject.org. If you believe in the power of true storytelling to change the world, support TMI Project with a donation today! Links | |||
| Sam Finds a Ripple of Hope with the Grateful Dead | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:14:53 | |
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
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 | |||
| Jonathan Finds His Child’s Pose | 29 May 2024 | 00:14:42 | |
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
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 | |||
| Tyana is Made of Magic | 22 May 2024 | 00:11:05 | |
As a result of historical and generational trauma, Tyana’s elders are not comfortable expressing anxiety and depression. She feels she’s being trained to smile through trauma. Listen to hear how Tyana discovers she has a superpower; a world where she is made of magic. 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 personal experience that made you feel empowered and in touch with your unique identity. TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Patty Refuses to Follow in Wild Bill’s Footsteps | 15 May 2024 | 00:15:56 | |
In her own recovery from alcoholism, Patty sifts through resentments toward her father, known to most as Wild Bill, after navigating a lifetime of family chaos and grief, all sparked by his drinking and wild ways. Listen to hear how Patty came to see herself in her father, and find the compassion to forgive him, and ultimately herself. 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 significant turning point in your relationship with a parent or guardian. TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Morris: The Mind of Someone Like Me | 08 May 2024 | 00:31:17 | |
Morris has learned how to navigate a life filled with challenges by finding solace in keeping busy with all the things he enjoys, from watercolor painting to working out mathematical equations. However, when TMI Project offered a storytelling workshop in collaboration with the Mental Health Association of Ulster County (MHA), he was hesitant to join. When he decided to overcome his fear of public speaking and give it a try, though, he transformed into a powerful storyteller. In his story, Morris shares a heartfelt letter to his late grandmother, Gigi, and speaks out about to breathe stigma surrounding schizophrenia. 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 letter to a memorable family member or mentor who influenced your life. TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Eva is NOT Mentally Ill | 01 May 2024 | 00:20:35 | |
For years, Eva resisted the idea of medication while simultaneously self-medicating her ever-present depression. However, when running, herbal supplements, binge drinking, and all the other tactics that she’s tried still leave her unable to stop crying, she finally takes the plunge. Tune in to hear how Eva comes to accept and find the right treatment for her clinical depression which opens up a whole new world. 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 resisted seeking help for a challenge you were facing. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/suicide https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/mental-health-disorder-statistics TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Season 7: Vicarious Resilience (Trailer) | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:02:28 | |
Discover the transformative power of true storytelling on Season 7 of The TMI Project Story Hour: Vicarious Resilience. In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month, each episode features real people, real voices, and real stories surrounding experiences with mental illness and mental health - 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. Listen in, subscribe, and embrace the radical truth-teller within you. TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| How Laganja Estranja Taught Jay Jackson to Let Her Hair Down | 20 Apr 2024 | 00:26:58 | |
In this special episode of The TMI Project Story Hour, Jay Jackson, known to many as RuPaul’s Drag Race superstar Laganja Estranja, reveals a more intimate side of her true self. Tune in to hear how her drag career inspired a profound shift in embracing her femininity-- and how full self-acceptance helped her not only live authentically but become a fierce advocate for the trans community. The episode culminates with a powerful speech from Celeste Lecesne, co-founder of The Trevor Project, as they lovingly present Jay with TMI Project’s Voices in Action Award, honoring her important work as an artist and activist. Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a memory or experience from your childhood that shaped your understanding of gender identity or expression. Episode Links: https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights-2024 TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Message in a Bottle: Thank You and Happy Holidays | 27 Dec 2023 | 00:07:05 | |
With support from Maureen Paul, executive director Eva Tenuto offers gratitude for your support this year. This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. Featured:
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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
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| Katie Finds Hope in a Small Gesture | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:14:15 | |
After a waiting room experience that forces her to leave the doctor’s office before receiving the services she needed, Katie is slow to trust doctors. A small gesture from a kind, affirming doctor helps not only restore Katie’s faith in healthcare, but strengthen her faith in humanity. Featured:
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a challenge you’ve encountered while trying to access healthcare. This episode was produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. It was written, edited, and produced by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Raine Grayson. TMI Project Staff:
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: Support Stories for Choice Today! News Clip Audio Sources:
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| Tahyira's Abortion: A Coming of Age Story | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:17:13 | |
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
Writing Prompt: Write a true story about a moment or experience that marked a profound turning point in your life. Support Stories for Choice Today! Planned Parenthood, Wisconsin Audio Source: Other Links: | |||
| Message in a Bottle: International Women's Podcast Awards | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:11:24 | |
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. Learn More About IWPA: RSVP to Stories for Choice: Period Power Support Stories for Choice Today! TMI Project Staff
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 | |||
| Stephen Meets The Saint of the AIDS Crisis | 01 Dec 2023 | 00:14:28 | |
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
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 | |||
| Katie, Raine, and Tina the Tampon Lady | 29 Nov 2023 | 00:24:59 | |
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
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
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| Troy Ellen: Revolutionary Badass | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:13:56 | |
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
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 | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:25:54 | |
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
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 | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:22:45 | |
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
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 | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:02:03 | |
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
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. | |||
| Message In A Bottle: September 13, 2023 | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:03:50 | |
TMI Project’s Executive Director Eva Tenuto is back to deliver another message in a bottle. With our first message in a bottle, which aired back in April of 2020, we filled you in on what was to come with our then brand-new podcast. Now, Eva comes with an update about why things have been so quiet on your feed lately - and unveil some exciting changes on the horizon. The TMI Project Podcast is now The TMI Project Story Hour, designed to make it easier than ever for true storytelling enthusiasts to find us and stay connected. Say goodbye to themed seasons and hello to weekly episodes, featuring stories from the TMI Project library. Season 4 hosts Julie Novak and Blake Pfeil return to share stories and interviews, with occasional guest hosts stepping in for special episodes. Get ready for inspiring conversations with storytellers, audience members, and more as they discuss the transformative power of sharing and listening to true stories, all while sharing their own. New trailer drops October 4th, heralding the start of our weekly episodes every Wednesday. Until then, thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. TMI Project Staff
This episode was written by Raine Grayson and Eva Tenuto, edited/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. Links | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Cece Catwalks Into the Future | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:30:45 | |
As a member of the original, legendary Royal House of LaBeija, Cece (she/her) explains how her ballroom background helped her deal with a difficult health diagnosis. This is Episode 11, the Season 5 finale of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Cece Suazo. Cece is a life-long trans activist and artist. She was honored with the 2018 Advocate Magazine Award for her contributions to the ballroom community and performing arts. She has appeared in numerous off-Broadway productions. As the 1st trans woman of color at WOW Cafe Theater, she’s produced many works in her 12 years as a collective member. Cece is also one of the founders of TRANSLAB where she recently did a residency in partnership with The Public Theater & WP Theater. Ms. Suazo’s ballroom career began in 1988 as the youngest member in the Iconic House Of LaBeija. She earned Legendary status in 2010, and departed the house after 27 years in 2013. TMI Project Staff This episode was sound designed, mixed, and mastered by Blake Pfeil (he/him) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). We encourage you to listen in community and utilize this helpful resource: Black Trans Stories Matter: A Listening and Discussion Guide Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. Links: https://www.tmiproject.org | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Theadora Goes From Boots to Pumps | 12 Apr 2023 | 00:13:42 | |
From military boots to pumps, Theadora (she/her) embodies courage, commitment, and claims her space in the world during her first public walk in women's clothing. This is Episode 9, Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Theadora Green. Originally from Chicago, Theadora is a queer, social, progressive activist. She is currently studying at Northeastern Illinois University to receive her degree in Social Work and will attend Waubonsee Community College for an additional two years to obtain her degree in Nursing. Theadora plans to be a collaboratively-skilled professional who will empathetically advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. You can find out more about Theadora at @newdaynewme553. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPT: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Syd Says “I Do” | 05 Apr 2023 | 00:12:04 | |
With feelings of pride and joy for his family, Syd (he/him) takes us back to the day of his wedding. This is Episode 8 of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Syd Williams-Black. Syd is a native of Durham, North Carolina. He is a father of two boys and currently works for an LGBTQ law firm, NicholsonPham. When Syd is not at work he is helping put on Name Change Clinics with the support of his firm and local LGBTQ center and spending time with his boys. You can find out more about Syd at @mr.midwife. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPT: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Mars’ New Path | 29 Mar 2023 | 00:19:54 | |
Though Mars (they/them) comes from a legacy of performers, their genuine identity emerges after competing in a high school drag show. This is Episode 7 of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Mars Wolfe. Mars Wolfe is a genderqueer nomad. They orbit New York, Chicago, and LA, writing, performing, and project managing. Mars moonlights as the genderf*ck drag queen Ella Van o’Clock (11 o’Clock), and their one person show BILL, BILL, BILLZ premiered at Ars Nova's ANT FEST in 2022. Mars aims to amplify the voices of Trans/Gender variant people of color, adjusting the volume and turning the dial from the familiar to the unsung and unconventional. You can find out more about Mars at @mars.wolfe. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPT: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Sanaia is a Survivor | 22 Mar 2023 | 00:20:44 | |
While chasing her goals, Sanaia (she/her) goes on her first date as a trans woman. The date does not go as planned. Content warning: This story contains graphic violence about a sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised. This is Episode 6 of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Sanaia Hood. Sanaia is currently busy balancing career, family, social life, and spiritual time with God. She’s made a commitment to be more gentle with herself and patient with others. She sets time aside every day to reflect. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPTS: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Jahir Wrestles With His Identity | 15 Mar 2023 | 00:17:11 | |
After coming out as Trans to his father, Jahir (he/him) decides to create his own definition of masculinity. This is Episode 5 of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter featuring Jahir Thomas. Jahir recently moved back to Georgia with the rest of his family where he has made huge strides in his relationships and confidence. Jahir hosts T-Talk W/ Jahir on YouTube. In addition to reaching an online audience, he’s thrilled to have met and formed strong bonds with many trans men in Georgia. You can find out more about Jahir at @j_thom4s. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPTS: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: KT’s Non-Binary Declaration | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:12:34 | |
The fourth episode of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter features KT Kennedy. KT is a Black queer non-binary multidisciplinary digital media artist, educator, and youth program coordinator based in Brooklyn, NY committed to resource sharing, artistic expression, and youth leadership as tools for liberation. You can find out more about KT at @KT_Kennedy_. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPTS: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Julian Greets Himself With Compassion | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:17:21 | |
The third episode of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter features Julian Harris. Julian is a Black trans man from the mid-Atlantic region, a social worker, and a lover of the written work, music, and travel. You can find out more about Julian at @The_black_trans_therapist. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPTS: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: Eddie Takes Healing Into His Own Hands | 22 Feb 2023 | 00:14:38 | |
The second episode of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter features Eddie Maisonet. Eddie is a storyteller, teaching artist, and performer based in NYC, born and raised in Boston, MA. He is a queer, trans, disabled, black boricua: identities that create rich material from which to craft stories based on experience. Eddie is also a dog enthusiast, enjoying everything from looking at canines to one day training them professionally. You can find him on Instagram @EddieMStoryteller or EddieMaisonet.net. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: WRITING PROMPTS TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter: K.C. Has Superpowers | 15 Feb 2023 | 00:18:07 | |
The first episode of Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter features K.C. Nyabinyere Jallah. K.C. is originally from the Twin Cities area in Minnesota and currently resides in Los Angeles, California. They serve as a Resource Specialist Teacher and vehemently advocates for the total liberation and sovereignty of disenfranchised people at all intersections. You can find out more about K.C. at @callmekayseee. This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. EPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: LINKS/RESOURCES: TMI PROJECT STAFF: | |||
| Season 5: Black Trans Stories Matter (Trailer) | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:02:36 | |
Meet your hosts, Kiebpoli Calnek (they/them) and Erik Harris (he/him), along with the 10 storytellers who were chosen in a national call to perform in TMI Project’s first-ever Black Trans Stories Matter program, spearheaded by ballroom icon, actress, and activist Ms. Cece Suazo (she/her) whose own story is featured in the season finale. In 2021, in the thick of the pandemic, TMI Project conducted a national call for our first-ever Black Trans Stories Matter program. The trailer for Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter introduces you to the 10 storytellers who were chosen, all of whom performed their true stories on Zoom for audiences around the world, and the creator, Ms. Ceece Suazo. The performance was a culmination of a true storytelling workshop led by Kiebpoli Calnek and Erik Harris. This season features the recording of those inaugural stories, along with interviews with each storyteller, and is accompanied by a listening and discussion guide to inspire deep introspection, a willingness to transform oneself, and take bold action to end systemic racism and transphobia. We hope these stories inspire you to take action to create a world where we can all live our truth with safety and freedom. A note from Season 5 hosts, Kiebpoli and Erik, for our Black trans and gender-expansive listeners, “We welcome you. This community is for you. It doesn’t matter where you come from, your size, religion, sexual orientation, or what you got in your pocket. You are welcome here, and we love you.” TMI Project Staff
This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns (they/them) and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. TMI Project’s Black Trans Stories Matter program was created by Cece Suazo (she/her). We encourage you to listen in community and utilize this helpful resource: Black Trans Stories Matter: A Listening and Discussion Guide Our next live performance of Black Trans Stories Matter will be in June 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to find out about the details and reserve your seat! 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. Links | |||
| Black Trans Stories Matter 2023: Call for Storytellers | 04 Jan 2023 | 00:04:42 | |
This is the prologue to Season 5 of The TMI Project Podcast: Black Trans Stories Matter. Each episode in this 11-part season will feature a personal narrative from a TMI Project storyteller focused on the “too much information” parts of their story that are usually left out due to shame, embarrassment, fear, or cultural expectation. Storytellers featured include: Cece Suazo, Theodora Green, Julian Harris, Sanaia Hood, K.C. Nyabinyere Jallah, KT Kennedy, Eddie Maisonet, Aren Somers, Jahir Thomas, Syd Williams, Mario (Mars) Wolfe This episode was mixed/mastered by Stevie Manns and produced in partnership with Radio Kingston. https://www.tmiproject.org | |||
| Pride Stories: Kiebpoli, Erik, & Black Trans Stories Matter | Season 5 Preview | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:29:08 | |
This is Episode 9, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Kiebpoli Calnek and Erik Harris. Kiebpoli has always identified with male and female energies, but it isn’t until they meet a trans man at a queer sex party that they begin to have the language to claim their trans identity. Erik has never been comfortable with his Triple D chest. Finally, a gender-affirming surgery allows him to shine like the sun. Kiebpoli Calnek (they/them), a non-binary queer Black creative born and raised in Lenapehoking/New York City, has generated nuanced performances and artistic direction seeped in poetic elements for over two decades. Erik Harris (he/him) is living his best life as a Black, queer, trans man in Richmond, VA. As an aspiring chef, he spends most of his time cooking, both at work and at home. When he isn't in the kitchen, he is lounging at the James River or playing bass guitar for his cat, Tux. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Radiokingston.org tmiproject.org | |||
| Pride Stories: Windy’s Coming Out Story: Past, Present, and Future | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:20:10 | |
This is Episode 8, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Windy Sharpe. Windy Sharpe (they/them) is a poet and author who has been writing since age six. Windy moved to New Jersey to be closer to friends (one of whom is TMI alum and workshop leader Raine Grayson) and is nearly done with the first draft of their novel. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. thetrevorproject.org tmiproject.org | |||
| Pride Stories: Pat & Ralph | Pride Stories from LGBTQIA+ Elders | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:22:14 | |
This is Episode 7, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Ralph Goneau and Pat Meeker. Ralph Goneau (1931-2021) lived in Woodstock, NY. He married his partner of 41 years as soon as same-sex marriage became law in NY. Pat Meeker participated in TMI Project’s 2019 true storytelling performance at the Mental Health Association in Ulster (Kingston, NY). This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Radiokingston.org | |||
| Pride Stories: Bailey Finds True Strength | 20 Jul 2022 | 00:19:41 | |
This is Episode 6, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Bailey Buckles. These days Bailey (she/her) is focusing on endurance running through the mountains and creating adventure with her amazing wife and pack of puppies. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Radiokingston.org tmiproject.org | |||
| Pride Stories: Liam Makes Room to Dance | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:14:20 | |
This is Episode 5, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Liam Juanis. Liam (he/him) recently graduated from Full Sail University with a BA in Digital cinematography. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Radiokingston.org tmiproject.org | |||
| Pride Stories: What Marilyn Monroe Means to Zelda | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:18:47 | |
This is Episode 4, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Zelda, aka Judith Z. Miller. Zelda (she/they) is a multifaceted artist: performer, producer, visual artist, workshop leader, and healer who lives in an erotic, musical, spiritual universe. As a feminist Jew who studies shamanism, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and the guiding force of her intuition as she explores the themes of connection to the Earth, spirituality, sexuality, and gender via a variety of art forms. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com.
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| Pride Stories: Ness Breaks Through the Mirror | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:17:11 | |
This is Episode 3, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Ness White. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Ness (he/him) is a storyteller living in Rosendale, NY. Taking a pause from the poet duo Nia & Ness, he is refocusing his energy on developing individually as an artist and human. When he's not writing, you might see him walking or jogging the Walkill Valley Rail Trail or bringing a food delivery to your door. | |||
| Pride Stories: Meet Your Hosts | Julie & Blake's Gay Agenda | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:43:45 | |
This is Episode 1, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Julie Novak and Blake Pfeil. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Since before she was even born, it seems like everyone in Julie’s life has had an opinion on her gender presentation. She is mocked for playing with race cars and toolboxes and regularly “sir/ma’amed” by strangers. When she gets her first job, it comes with an unexpected perk: a McDonald’s uniform that provides a glimpse of gender euphoria. As a kid, Blake feels at home in his Presbyterian church. However, as he becomes aware of his sexuality, he realizes not all parts of him are welcome there. He tries to keep his true desires a secret, but eventually, his mom discovers what he’s been hiding, which begins a long road to mutual understanding. www.julienovak.com | |||
| Pride Stories: How a Sticker for The Trevor Project Saved Ray’s Life | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:28:57 | |
This is Episode 1, Season 4 of The TMI Project Podcast: Pride Stories featuring Celeste Lecesne and Ray Taylor. This episode was written collaboratively by Eva Tenuto, Blake Pfeil, and Julie Novak, produced and edited by Eva Tenuto, and mixed and mastered by Stevie Manns. It was co-produced by Radio Kingston and sponsored in part by MrJulieTees.com. Celeste Lecesne is an Academy Award winner, writer, actor, storyteller, LGBTQIA+ youth activist, and co-founder of The Trevor Project and The Future Perfect Project. Ray is a film student who has been filming 12 short films in 12 months, currently working with a screenwriter to create a LGBTQ+ feature film. thetrevorproject.org | |||