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The Smart Stories (New and Adapted)

by Jordan Smart

A podcast about the stories we tell and the ones we tell each other. Everyone's story matters.

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Episodes

  1. Adaptation

    I wanted to round out these three episodes about visual storytelling, with something a little different. After seeing Dune, I kept asking myself the question, "What makes a good adaptation?" To answer this, I brought in Adrian and Esther Battle-Marston from Crazy Stupid Podcast to talk about.

  2. Lenny Kravitz and the Myth of Rock & Roll

    In this episode, we explore the greatest myth of Rock and Roll and reveal the genre’s true origin. Stick around until the end for music recommendations. CORRECTION: Rosetta Tharpe's single "Rock Me" was released in 1938, not 1983. Music in this episode includes "Chubby and The Gang Rule OK?" by...

  3. Columbo and The Future of Justice

    In this episode, we explore Columbo, shows like it, and how they connect to the past and future of policing. The connection between the stories told and the world around us runs deep. Join me this season as I uncover what that looks like. The episode features Nutville by Buddy Rich, Theme for…

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  4. Jefferson Ave.

    In this episode, we explore what a building can mean to a community and what they do when it's gone. Featuring “I Stood on The Bank” by James Cleveland & The Angelic Choir “God Cares” by Rosie Wallace

  5. A Hall for Sons

    Songs used: “Butter” by A Tribe Called Quest & “Cool Like Dat” by Digable Planets

  6. House of The Rising Sun

    Law can open a new horizon, and provide a dignified place to live, in this story

  7. Season 3 Trailer

    Take a peek Season 3 Trailer

  8. Young Americans Pt. 1

    America wants her Young Americans from all around the world. Today, we meet one of them and hear his story. Stick around at the end! - Ziggy

  9. I Dream

    This episode features Michael Nixon, Jameeka Williams, Adrian Marston, Esther Battle, Natahlia Carr, and Garrison Hayes

  10. Modern Woman

    A celebration of womanhood and all that it holds.

  11. Up in The Air

    I tell a story, about myself and what I learned while being thousands of feet in the air.

  12. Turning Point II

    A revisit to the very first episode of SMART, with live performances from The Psychedelic Magrittes

  13. The Storybook

    Finishing the Hat Season 1 Finale of SMART. Songs by Lena Chamamyan, Romeo Santos, Horace Family, and Bernard Herrmann.

  14. A Glass Dimly or The Choir of Voices

    How can we see the world through a lens less dim?

  15. Kintsugi or The Art of Brokenness

    The art of brokenness and the beauty of vulnerability

  16. The Haves and Have Nots

    How do what we have and how much we have affect the lives we live?

  17. Year in Review or The End of a Loop

    We bring an end to 2016 with a poem, a talk of favorites, and a letter to those who have suffered.

  18. The Red Hangover or The Political Therapy Session

    Covering responses to the 2016 Presidential Election.

  19. Money is Louder Than Bombs

    The relationship we have with money, a history on the financial crisis, and possibly time travel.

  20. The Jungle and Other Perilous Stories

    Despite the fact that romantic relationships seem to be the focal point of human, no one told us how treacherous it would be.

  21. The Millenial's Guide to TV

    What can television teach us in the stories that it tells, and how do we decide to tune in

  22. Turning Point

    Life is full of big decisions, and trying to figure out what your purpose is, is one of them

About this show

A podcast about the stories we tell and the ones we tell each other. Everyone's story matters.

Hosted by

Jordan Smart

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) have?

The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) has 23 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on April 5, 2024.

What is The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) about?

A podcast about the stories we tell and the ones we tell each other. Everyone's story matters.

How often does The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) release new episodes?

The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) publishes irregularly, based on its 23 episodes since April 2016.

Who hosts The Smart Stories (New and Adapted)?

The Smart Stories (New and Adapted) is created and hosted by Jordan Smart.
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