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Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling

Keepsake Chronicles is a storytelling podcast that explores the profound connection between the objects we keep and the lives we lead. Hosted by J.D. Murgolo, we go beyond the surface of antiques to uncover the oral histories and ancestral threads woven into the items we hold onto.Through personal narratives and intimate interviews, we dive into the human-centered stories of grief, love, and legacy hidden within every memento. Whether it’s a well-worn dictionary or a vintage steamer trunk, we believe that preserving family memories through the things we carry is a sacred act of stewardship. Join us as we prove that sometimes, a keepsake isn't just a thing, it's a whole life in your hand.

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    Heather's Cookbook — Family Recipes, Inherited Heirlooms & the Legacy of Home Cooking

    What does it mean to inherit someone's kitchen?A worn cookbook and a set of cookie cutters hold more than recipes — they hold the handwriting, the habits, and the quiet devotion of the people who cooked before us. In this episode, Heather sits with the objects that carried her family’s kitchen traditions forward, and we explore what it means to preserve not just a recipe, but the memory of the hands that made it.The Thread of This Conversation:- Why a cookbook is one of the most personal family heirlooms you can inherit- Cookie cutters, small rituals, and the sensory memory of home cooking- How food objects carry oral history and generational storytelling- Preserving family recipes as a legacy and an act of loveConnect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---From the StudioThis episode is part of Keepsake Chronicles, produced by Story House. We believe story is a tool for meaning-making, not just performance.Leave a voice message or reflectionThe LetterboxI read every letter. If something in this episode landed for you, or raised something you're still sitting with, I'd love to hear it.Story House 370 Mallard Loop Dr.Clayton, NC 27527Find the HouseLong-form writing and studio notes: https://story-house.beehiiv.com/Support this work: http://storyhousestudio.org/communityPresence over persuasion. Consistency over frequency. http://storyhousestudio.org

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    Jon's Trading Cards — A Story of Childhood, Collecting & Memory

    Can you put a price on the feeling of a Saturday afternoon?There is a multibillion-dollar industry built on cards and collectibles, but the true legacy of a collection often has nothing to do with the market. Today, we sit with the world of sports memorabilia to explore the deep line between financial value and personal worth.This is a meditation on nostalgia and the childhood memories that can’t be priced. We explore how to steward a collection without losing the story behind it, offering a "prepared environment" for anyone navigating the estate planning or legacy preservation of a lifetime’s worth of treasures.The Thread of This Conversation:The psychology of sports card collecting and childhood anchorsNavigating the market vs. the memory: Finding the "Alchemist" balanceWhy meaningful objects require a story to maintain their worthStewardship of a collection for the next generationConnect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---From the StudioThis episode is part of Keepsake Chronicles, produced by Story House. We believe story is a tool for meaning-making, not just performance.Leave a voice message or reflectionThe LetterboxI read every letter. If something in this episode landed for you, or raised something you're still sitting with, I'd love to hear it.Story House 370 Mallard Loop Dr.Clayton, NC 27527Find the HouseLong-form writing and studio notes: https://story-house.beehiiv.com/Support this work: http://storyhousestudio.org/communityPresence over persuasion. Consistency over frequency. http://storyhousestudio.org

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    Curtis's Apron — Family Heirloom, Food Memories & Cooking Legacy

    What happens to a neighborhood when its kitchen goes dark?A family restaurant is more than a business; it’s the heartbeat of a community. Today, we sit with the story of a Detroit neighborhood defined by a single dining room, and the lone apron that survived its sudden closure.Connect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---From the StudioThis episode is part of Keepsake Chronicles, produced by Story House. We believe story is a tool for meaning-making, not just performance.Leave a voice message or reflectionThe LetterboxI read every letter. If something in this episode landed for you, or raised something you're still sitting with, I'd love to hear it.Story House 370 Mallard Loop Dr.Clayton, NC 27527Find the HouseLong-form writing and studio notes: https://story-house.beehiiv.com/Support this work: http://storyhousestudio.org/communityPresence over persuasion. Consistency over frequency. http://storyhousestudio.org

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    Kendall's Rock — Childhood Keepsakes, Nature & Personal History

    What happens to the weight of a story when it’s held in the palm of your hand?Sometimes, the most profound anchors of a life aren’t the grand monuments, but the small, weathered pieces of the earth we choose to keep. Today, we sit with a single, smooth white rock, a quiet reminder of love during illness, to explore a philosophy of meaningful objects.This meditation is for anyone seeking to understand the emotional resonance of the things we leave behind. We look at why certain keepsakes become the foundation of our family legacy and how a simple stone can carry the history of a caregiving journey.The Thread of This Conversation:The transition from an "object" to a "vessel" of memoryFinding presence and stability during a season of illnessWhy meaningful storytelling starts with the small and the tangibleA philosophy of stewardship for the things we carryConnect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMoments

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    Amy's Frame — Family Photographs, Heirlooms & the Stories They Hold

    How do we hold onto a story when the memory of it begins to fade?There is a quiet weight to caregiving and dementia that often goes unspoken. Today, we sit with three simple objects, a framed wedding photo, a handwritten letter, and a poem—to ask what survives when the details are lost.This is a meditation on emotional truth and legacy. It’s an invitation to anyone navigating Alzheimer's or seeking to preserve a family history that feels increasingly fragile. We explore the role of objects in memory preservation and why the "long goodbye" requires a different kind of presence.The Thread of This Conversation:The dignity of emotional truth over perfect recallHow objects act as anchors for memory lossStewardship and the "long-view" of caregivingCrafting a family legacy that honors what remainsConnect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMoments

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    Rachael's Desk — Inherited Furniture, Family History & Oral Tradition

    When journalist and author Rachael Wright inherited her grandmother’s dark blue desk, she didn’t just receive a piece of furniture — she inherited a place where family history could continue.Her grandmother, a Rosie the Riveter born in the 1920s, was a steady presence during Racheal’s childhood. She carried both strength and the quiet regret of a family legacy she never fully uncovered before Alzheimer’s began to fade her memory.In this episode of Keepsake Chronicles, we trace Racheal’s journey back to her Scottish roots and explore the "quiet responsibility" of carrying stories forward. We look at how certain objects don't just preserve the past — they invite us to continue it.Inside the episode:The weight of inherited stories and the "deadline" of memory loss.Tracing ancestry and finding the place where your story began.How writing at an ancestral desk changes the craft of storytelling.Connect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio or explore our resources for creators at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMoments

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    Dan's KuKui Nuts — Hawaiian Heritage, Cultural Keepsakes & Family Roots

    How do we decide which parts of our past to keep? We explore the legacy of Hawaiian kukui nut leis and the quiet power of objects in shaping our identity.What happens when the objects we carry no longer match the person we’ve become? In this episode, we sit with Dan as he navigates the tension between two very different chapters of his life, marked by a wedding necklace and a military hat. It is a conversation about the weight of responsibility and the courage it takes to choose which stories to carry forward.We dive into the cultural significance of the Hawaiian kukui nut, a symbol of enlightenment, protection, and peace. Traditionally, a kukui lei was a source of light for ancient voyagers; here, it serves as a metaphor for the internal light we need when navigating our own transitions.This is a story about growth, the complexity of identity, and how a simple Hawaiian kukui nut lei can hold the gravity of a life-changing choice. Join us for an unhurried reflection on how we steward our memories without letting them anchor us to the past.Connect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio or explore our resources for creators at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMomentsI listen to every note personally during my Friday stewardship hours. No pressure to be polished, just be human.

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    Dr. Vasu's Purple Box — Mystery Keepsakes, Immigration & Family Legacy

    How do small objects hold a lifelong inheritance? We explore the power of family rituals and how childhood memories can become a profound source of emotional healing.A purple box filled with fake gems might look like a simple toy to an outsider, but for many of us, these are the vessels that hold a lifelong inheritance. In the Season 3 premiere of Keepsake Chronicles, we explore how family rituals and the small, repeated acts of our youth shape the people we eventually become.In This Episode:The Power of Small Rituals: How repetitive acts of care create a sense of safety.Heirlooms vs. Legacies: Why the "fake" gems often hold the most "real" value.Healing Through Memory: Using our past to anchor our present.Connect with our storyteller HEREJoin the conversation HERE---If this episode sparked a memory, a question about the craft, or a story you’d rather speak than type, come sit at our table. You can leave a voice note for the studio or explore our resources for creators at:https://www.speakpipe.com/FragileMoments

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    Keepsake Chronicles — Season 3

    Some stories live inside objects.Keepsake Chronicles returns this March with a new season exploring memory, meaning, and the things we choose to carry with us.Season 3 features intimate conversations about keepsakes, the objects that hold love, grief, identity, and inheritance, and the quiet ways they remind us who we’ve been and who we’re becoming.These stories move slowly, honoring the emotional weight of what we hold onto.Produced by Not Today Media. New episodes begin this March.

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    Annette's Dictionary — Language, Family Heritage & the Power of Words

    In our closing episode of Season Two, we’re joined by Annette Gendler, writer, teacher, and author of How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History. Annette shares the story of her father’s Latin-German dictionary, a well-worn heirloom that has outlived generations and continues to carry meaning far beyond the words on its pages.This conversation invites us to think about the role of language in family memory, how everyday objects become vessels of history, and why writing about heirlooms can open doors into stories we didn’t know how to tell. Annette also speaks about her workshops, where she guides others in finding and shaping their own family narratives, often beginning with a single cherished object.As we close out this season of Keepsake Chronicles, Annette’s story reminds us that keepsakes are more than artifacts. They are starting points, invitations to write, to remember, and to connect the threads of the past with the lives we’re living now.Resources & LinksConnect with Annette: annettegendler.comLearn more about our community: fragilemoments.org/communitySubmit your own keepsake story: nottodaymedia.com/keepsakeSay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠

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    Pat's Steamer Trunk — Antique Trunks, Immigration Stories & Family History

    In this episode of Keepsake Chronicles, we sit quietly with Pat Richley-Erickson, genealogist, storyteller, and the gentle voice behind Dear Myrtle. Pat has spent years transforming family heirlooms from mere objects into doorways — creating custom mini-journals that carry the handwritten stories of the ancestors who once treasured each piece.Her steamer trunk isn't just storage; it's a love letter to the future. Each drawer holds carefully preserved family history, and each object rests beside Pat's own words, ensuring that when her descendants one day choose their heirlooms, they'll also inherit the stories that make those objects sacred.We talk about the quiet art of pairing memory with matter, why some stories refuse to be forgotten, and how heirlooms can become bridges between the hearts of the living and the love of the gone.This is a conversation about the weight of memory, the lightness of love, and the profound responsibility we carry when we become the keepers of other people's treasures.Links & Mentions* Pat’s work: Dear Myrtle on Substack* Learn more about our community: fragilemoments.org/community* Submit your own keepsake story: nottodaymedia.com/keepsake* Leave a comment about the episode HERE* Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠* We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Emma's Davenport — Antique Furniture, Family Heirlooms & Oral History

    Tracing legacy through the quiet weight of presenceWhat does a desk remember?In this deeply reflective episode of Keepsake Chronicles, genealogist and researcher Emma Cox shares a personal story — not found in the pages of history books, but in the wood grain of her grandfather’s desk.It’s a keepsake that holds his everyday life: letters, ledgers, memories, moments. And in rediscovering it, Emma found a way to sit closer to him, to listen for the quiet details that shaped his story — and her own.Together, we explore:* The emotional texture of ordinary objects* How family heirlooms shape our identity across generations* What it means to inherit a space, not just a thing* How genealogy work is, in many ways, a form of listeningThis is an episode about presence, patience, and the sacredness of still spaces.Links & Mentions* Emma Cox’s work: emmacox.co.uk* Learn more about our community: fragilemoments.org/community* Submit your own keepsake story: nottodaymedia.com/keepsakeListener Reflection PromptIs there a space in your life — a desk, a chair, a quiet corner — that once belonged to someone else?What traces did they leave behind? What stories still live in the silence?Leave a comment about the episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Cynthia's Gauntlets — Medieval Artifacts, Family Keepsakes & Unexpected Heirlooms

    Holding the weight of love, war, and what we never knewThere are some objects that don’t just tell a story — they reveal one.In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Cynthia Raleigh to explore the unexpected discovery of her father's World War II flight helmet and gauntlets. Tucked away in the attic of her mother’s home, these weathered pieces of leather surfaced decades after the war — relics of a father who flew a P51 over Germany, survived a ground-to-air missile strike, and quietly carried the scars of a story never fully told.Cynthia shares the moment she found them. The silence that followed. The questions she never thought to ask. And the emotional weight of holding history — not from a textbook, but from the hands of her own family.Together, we talk about:* What it means to inherit a legacy you didn’t know you carried* How silence shapes memory just as much as storytelling* The way physical objects become portals to the past — and to parts of ourselves* Honoring the quiet courage of the ones who came before usThis episode is about more than war or keepsakes. It’s about healing, reflection, and the moments that stitch us back to our roots in the most unexpected ways.Take a breath. Settle in. And listen closely — because this story lives in the details.Connect with Cynthia Raleigh HEREIf you loved this story, subscribe to Keepsake Chronicles for more intimate conversations about the objects we hold onto and the stories that hold onto us.Want to share your own keepsake story? We’d love to hear from you. Visit nottodaymedia.com/keepsake to submit your story.Join our community of curious minds: fragilemoments.org/communityLeave a comment about the episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe (00:00) - Cynthias Gauntlets (03:21) - Interview With Cynthia (28:07) - Closing Thoughts (28:46) - Outro

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    Deborah's China — Inherited Dishes, Family Traditions & Tableware Heirlooms

    What does it mean to treasure something simply because someone before you did?In this tender and reflective episode, Deborah Carl shares the story of a delicate set of Desert Rose china — not just porcelain, but a piece of family mythology. A young woman — her grandmother — heads west to marry a pilot-in-training before he deploys to North Africa. Along the way, she buys china she’ll ship back across the country… only to learn she could’ve bought it closer to home.But this story isn’t about convenience — it’s about intention, memory, and how the things we carry with us carry us in return. Deborah, the eldest granddaughter, chose the set of dishes patterned with roses — ones she loved as a child. As an adult, though, it’s the layered stories they hold that matter most.Join us as we trace the quiet path of legacy through a set of floral china and discover how what’s left behind often says more than what’s spoken aloud.Connect with Deborah Carl HEREIn This Episode:* Why her grandmother bought a set of china out west before marriage* The soft, sometimes silly family stories that become sacred over time* The difference between what we inherit and what we choose to keep* How objects become anchors to the people and histories we’re still trying to understandWhat happens when the “prettiest” thing in the room turns out to hold the heaviest meaningIf you loved this story, subscribe to Keepsake Chronicles for more intimate conversations about the objects we hold onto and the stories that hold onto us.Want to share your own keepsake story? We’d love to hear from you. Visit nottodaymedia.com/keepsake to submit your story.Join our community of curious minds: fragilemoments.org/communityLeave a comment about the episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Aryn's Locked Doors — Secrets, Family Mysteries & the Stories We Keep

    What do we do with the stories we were never told?In this haunting and tender episode, Aryn Youngless shares her journey into a quiet corner of her family’s past — one sealed shut for most of her life. After learning that her grandmother had been disowned, Aryn began the slow, careful work of picking through records, piecing together fragments, and breathing life into a branch of her family tree that had gone still and silent.With no photographs, no heirlooms, and only the sparse memories her grandmother shared near the end of her life, Aryn stepped into the unknown — and found something much deeper than she expected.This is a story about fractured legacies, buried histories, and the courage it takes to open a locked door in the house of your past… not knowing what you’ll find inside.Connect with Aryn Youngless HERE🧩 In This Episode:* The emotional weight of family silence* What it means to be disowned — and how that shapes generations* Researching ancestry through fragments and official records* Discovering belonging in the overlooked corners of lineage* The quiet, powerful pull of curiosity and careIf you found something true in this story — a familiar silence, a remembered feeling, a door you’ve been meaning to open — we hope you’ll stay.Subscribe for more stories that hold memory, mystery, and meaning.And if you’re feeling generous, leave a review or share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Leave a comment about the episode HEREDonate to the Fragile Moments Community to support our work. Learn more and sign up here.Share your own keepsake story HEREWe also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Lisa's Spoons — Silverware Heirlooms, Family Recipes & Food Memories

    What if the only evidence of someone’s life was a set of engraved silver spoons?In this episode, Lisa Maguire shares the hauntingly beautiful story of her great uncle Hugh — a man long forgotten by family memory, with no surviving photographs, no stories passed down… and yet, a quiet legacy that lived on in the form of his craft.Hugh was an engraver — a maker of delicate, precise, beautiful things. And through the silver spoons he left behind, Lisa was able to trace the faint outlines of his life and rediscover a part of her family’s history that had been locked away for decades.This conversation explores:* The mystery of forgotten ancestors* The emotional power of physical objects* How the smallest details can hold the biggest stories* What it means to leave a mark, even when no one is watching* How curiosity and research can lead us to unexpected beauty in our own family treesConnect with Lisa Maguire HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Leave a comment about the episode HERESupport the show through our Sponsors HEREDonate to the Fragile Moments Community to support our work. Learn more and sign up here.Share your own keepsake story HEREWe also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Bill's Desk — Antique Furniture, Family Legacy & the Objects We Inherit

    Some people leave behind empires. Others leave behind just one thing, a desk, maybe. Made of wood and sweat and quiet intention.Connect with Bill Moore HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Leave a comment about the episode HERESupport the show through our Sponsors HEREDonate to the Fragile Moments Community to support our work. Learn more and sign up here.Share your own keepsake story HEREWe also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Robin's Documents — Family Records, Genealogy & Preserving Oral History

    There’s something sacred about old paper.Connect with Robin Stewart HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Leave a comment about the episode HERESupport the show through our Sponsors HERESign up for the Fragile Moments Community to support our work. Learn more and sign up here.Share your own keepsake story HEREWe also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Barbara's Project — Family Crafts, Legacy Projects & Preserving Memories

    Barbara Tien, founder of Projectkin, discusses the deeper stories behind the pictures we keep.Connect with Barbara Tien HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Leave a comment about the episode on Substack HERESign up for the Fragile Moments Community to support our work and join a supportive group of listeners and more. Learn more and sign up here.We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsors:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month of online therapy.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.* HUEL: for $20 off your first order of complete nutrition from HUEL CLICK HERE* JOT: to save up to $40 on your first JOT coffee order CLICK HEREGet full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Lori's Bibles — Family Bibles, Religious Heirlooms & Generational Faith

    Lori Olson White, author, Genealogist and story collector, discusses being the designated keeper of her families treasured bibles.Connect with Lori Olson White HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter HEREFollow the show and review us on Apple PodcastsSign up for the Storyteller Society to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsors:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month of online therapy.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.* HUEL: for $20 off your first order of complete nutrition from HUEL CLICK HERE* JOT: to save up to $40 on your first JOT coffee order CLICK HEREGet full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    A Keepsakes Update - Season 2

    Each episode of Keepsake Chronicles is a journey of discovery, a reminder that the objects we keep close to our hearts have the power to reveal the past and illuminate the present.So join us for more of Keepsake Chronicles beginning February 17. We promise you won't be disappointed.Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter HEREFollow the show and review us on Apple PodcastsSign up for the Fragile Moments Community to join a supportive community of listeners and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Carla's Rosary — Religious Keepsakes, Faith & Family Legacy

    Carla Vergot, author of the Lily Barlow series, shares a compelling story about a special gift her father received in a moment of kindness. Connect with Carla Vergot HERETimestamps:00:00 Introduction and Book Release 00:11 A Surprising Story 00:42 The Rosary Incident 03:43 Reflections on Kindness 11:28 The Mystery of the Tiles 16:22 Cherished Keepsakes 19:04 Minimalism and Sentimental Value 20:53 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter HEREFollow the show and review us on Apple PodcastsSign up for the Storyteller Society to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    John and Danny's Golden Record — Music Memories, Family Stories & Vinyl Heirlooms

    Our physical keepsakes hold a lot of memories in them. There’s another sense, though, that allows us to travel back in time, and that is sound. This week, we’re exploring the power of audio recordings and how they can be used to relive experiences with our loved ones in a whole new way.Learn more about Golden Record HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter HEREFollow the show and review us on Apple PodcastsSign up for the Storyteller Society to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Suzanne's Roosters — Quirky Collections, Mothers & the Objects That Make Us Smile

    Have you ever held an object so ordinary, yet it felt like a portal to another time? A chipped teacup that whispers of childhood laughter, a worn photograph capturing a love long lost, a dusty box overflowing with ticket stubs and faded ribbons – these are our keepsakes, silent storytellers holding fragments of our past.This week’s storyteller: Suzanne CasamentoSay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter HEREFollow the show and review us on Apple PodcastsSign up for the Storyteller Society to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Share your own keepsake story HEREEpisode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE.Get full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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    Keepsake Chronicles from Fragile Moments and Not Today Media is a journey into the hearts and minds of people, unearthing the stories woven into the fabric of their most treasured possessions. We believe that keepsakes aren't just trinkets but tangible echoes of our experiences, emotions, and connections.Through interviews, written submissions, and of course photos and videos, the Keepsake Chronicles will capture the essence of these special items. We'll explore:* The power of objects: How a seemingly ordinary item can hold immense significance.* Memories unearthed: How keepsakes act as triggers, transporting us back to vivid moments in time.* The stories we hold: How these objects connect to the broader tapestry of our lives and relationships.Learn More HEREGet full access to Keepsake Chronicles at keepsakechronicles.substack.com/subscribe

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Keepsake Chronicles is a storytelling podcast that explores the profound connection between the objects we keep and the lives we lead. Hosted by J.D. Murgolo, we go beyond the surface of antiques to uncover the oral histories and ancestral threads woven into the items we hold onto.Through personal narratives and intimate interviews, we dive into the human-centered stories of grief, love, and legacy hidden within every memento. Whether it’s a well-worn dictionary or a vintage steamer trunk, we believe that preserving family memories through the things we carry is a sacred act of stewardship. Join us as we prove that sometimes, a keepsake isn't just a thing, it's a whole life in your hand.

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Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling currently has 25 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling about?

Keepsake Chronicles is a storytelling podcast that explores the profound connection between the objects we keep and the lives we lead. Hosted by J.D. Murgolo, we go beyond the surface of antiques to uncover the oral histories and ancestral threads woven into the items we hold onto.Through personal...

How often does Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling release new episodes?

Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling has 25 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling?

You can listen to Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling?

Keepsake Chronicles — Legacy & Storytelling is created and hosted by J.D. Murgolo | Story House Studio.
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