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Worth Repeating

by Texas Public Radio

Real stories told by your neighbors and friends in San Antonio. Worth Repeating was developed in collaboration with the 80/20 Foundation. For this and more details or to attend a live event visit: https://www.tpr.org/wr

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Episodes

  1. The quicker picker upper and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Standing on Business.” These stories feature the morals of produce distribution, an intense dedication to Brawny paper towels, and a surgery that solved a cat’s anger issues.

  2. A knife tucked into your pajamas and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Standing on Business.” Storytellers shared stories on the power of crying, conquering menopause, the downsides to working for a small business, and more.

  3. Out of this world toys for adults and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Red-handed.” Storytellers shared stories on the back wall of Spencers, a frat star’s adrenaline rush, and where not to spread your brother’s ashes.

  4. Red, white, afternoon delight and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Red-handed.” These stories feature sibling bonding as a punishment, never hearing the names of weekdays the same again, an extremely patriotic phone call, and post-anesthesia clarity. Each of these...

  5. An exotic dancer named Fireball and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Uninvited.” Storytellers shared stories on landlord specials, a camp breakout, and an exotic dancer named Fireball. Each story demonstrates how an uninvited guest reveals the craziness of everyday life.

  6. Lockdown lovers and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Uninvited.” These stories feature the world’s worst housewarming gifts, love in a lockdown, a judgmental grandma, and the spiritual meaning of a racoon. Each of these stories highlights the moments…

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  7. Checking your car for cats and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Found.” Storytellers shared stories on the healing power of pets and how sometimes true love is a waiting game.

  8. Worst place to keep a will and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Found.” These stories feature a mother’s hidden life, a place to call home, an Alaskan hospitality nightmare, the worst place to hide a will, and more.

  9. A meaning you can’t mess with and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Con Safos,” a phrase meaning “with respect.” The stories featured include a native San Antonian’s definition of con safos, a musician’s journey to success, and how a dancer didn’t need her glasses to see her...

  10. Tamalada turned family feud and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share their stories on the theme “Con Safos,” a phrase meaning “with respect.” The stories featured include a mother honoring her son, a brand-new tamalada tradition, a family graveyard, and an act of rebellion.

  11. Technically not an overdose and other stories

    In part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast on the theme “Cloud 9.” Storytellers shared stories on how good music sounds while high, finding love in usual places, and a guy who’s giving pot a bad name.

  12. Nights to not remember and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, “Cloud 9.” Stories featured more than a few nights to remember (or not remember), new friends that aren’t necessarily good friends, not easily impressed mothers, and more.

  13. Cold-blooded guardians and other stories

    Part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast on the theme, Startled, where storytellers shared stories about a haunted job, a cold blooded familiar, and a wrestling camp that was a bit much.

  14. Haunted justice and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Startled. Stories featured include a couple of ghosts with different temperaments, odd warnings that saved a crew and more.

  15. Couple of tips and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Serviced. Stories featured include two very different tips, a woman’s decision, and a shipwreck with a happy ending.

  16. The unlikely librarian and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Serviced. Each features stories about the person behind the job including a teacher, a librarian, a waitress, and more.

  17. Mud-man saves the pledge drive and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Transmitted. Stories featured include two very different STI clinic experiences, and the man that hiked to save a pledge drive.

  18. Dropping off this dead fella and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Transmitted. Each features stories about the things that are transported by radio, tv, van, and more.

  19. Don't tell mom I got run over and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Leashed. Stories featured include an evening spent all tied up, a kid in need of skittles, and a lost four-legged friend.

  20. Cosplay is not consent and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Leashed. Each features stories about the things we keep close including ideas, pets, and loved ones.

  21. A curse that involved gluten and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Inherited. Each features things that are passed down from relatives including a sleep disorder, a curse, and more.

  22. For the love of the Southside and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Inherited. Each features stories about the things loved ones leave behind including a forgotten heritage, a love for the Southside of San Antonio, and more.

  23. A heroic dose and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast the last three storytellers share stories on the theme, Altered. From a few different trips to a new normal these stories are about finding your silver lining.

  24. Dance like you have to and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast storytellers share stories on the theme Altered. From various addictions to rethinking your life these stories are all about change.

  25. I'm coming to the party dead or alive and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast the last three storytellers share stories on the theme, Creeped. Each story features a couple of different uninvited guests.

  26. My little brony and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme Creeped. From hauntings to actual creeps these stories leave you feeling, not quite alone.

  27. A violent shakedown and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the last three storytellers share true stories on the theme, Snatched. From stolen time to a lost sense of self, these stories are all about the things that are taken

  28. A pair of thieves and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Snatched. From stolen items to reclaiming what’s been lost these stories are all about the things we take back.

  29. Wedding reservations and other stories

    Part two of the Worth Repeating Podcast on the theme Bash features stories that include: dad’s seventh wedding, an almost nauseating proposal, and one untrustworthy member of a wedding party.

  30. The key to friendship and other stories

    Part one of the Worth Repeating Podcast on the theme Bash features stories that include two different crashes, blows between friends, quince woes, and a not so nice word

  31. Wasabi woes and other stories

    Part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast on the theme ‘Savor” featuring stories about achieving perfection, balancing wine glasses, and a restaurant review that leaves us all wondering, just who was the person behind, “Boca Chica.”

  32. Healing from playing doctor and other stories

    Part 1 of the Worth Repeating podcast on the theme, ‘Savor.’ Stories include a passion for coffee, hiking with a dessert, caldo curing most ailments, and a tough night on the line.

  33. Spaghetti secrets and other stories

    Part 2 of the Worth Repeating podcast storytellers share stories on the theme, “Reset” including: a tremendous loss and a couple of marriages that ended in divorce.

  34. Queen-pin and other stories

    Part 1 of the Worth Repeating podcast on the theme 'Reset'. Stories include two very different helicopter rides, competitive date night and more.

  35. Pony tales and other stories

    The second part of the Worth Repeating live storytelling event on theme, “Taught” includes stories about: a walk to remember, a beginner lesson in tattooing, and the boredom of boys in the country.

  36. Stomaching Spanish class and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast storytellers share stories on the theme, “Taught" including: the various ways to deal with a bully, how to labor calmly, food allergy frustrations, and the upchuck worthy of an A.

  37. Overdoing the divine and other stories

    The second installment of the Worth Repeating live event features the last of the stories with the theme, Elevated. These storytellers take us on a long journey, describe the geographic difference of marijuana, and discover the almighty within your chest.

  38. High jinks with an unforgettable edible and other stories

    In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories centered around the theme "Elevated." Stories include a trail riding misadventure, an edible gone wrong, a less-than-smooth sailing experience, and a first-time high.

  39. Creepy ghost or creepy man and other stories

    Stories include a connection to the afterlife using coins, a haunting that followed someone home, and renting an occupied apartment in LA.

  40. A picture that was worth a perfectly good camera and other stories

    Stories include an estate sale with menstrual products in bulk, apparitions both photogenic and badly dressed, and the need for an exorcism before breakfast.

  41. A granola girl keeps her word and other stories

    The conclusion to September's live storytelling event, "Bail," with an airport trip mishap, a need for more than your diaphragm, and a crazy cat enthusiast in need of a sitter.

  42. A lobster roll a day and other stories

    Bolting from Mexico to navigating the intricacies of getting out of jail, these stories highlight the importance of recognizing the right moment to make a hasty exit.

  43. San Antonio Book Festival authors decide to fight or flight

    San Antonio Book Festival and Texas Public Radio present this special bonus episode of the Worth Repeating Podcast with the theme of Fight or Flight.

  44. When a teacher becomes the student and other stories

    ¿Como? was the subject of this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the second part of our April storytelling event. These last three stories include a would-be kidnapping, a student eager to teach, and a father that has a way with words. Slightly embarrassing and filled with moments where you...

  45. Lost in pronunciation and other stories

    Part one of the Worth Repeating Podcast, ¿Como? shares stories about confusing moments and other things that get "lost in translation."

  46. Pool ball vs. vending machine and other stories

    Covers are the subject of this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the second part of our March storytelling event. Tough secrets, inner voices, and a wild night on base, these last three stories challenge right and wrong when protecting ourselves or the people closest to us

  47. A near drowning that inspired patriotism and other stories

    Saved and saving are the subject of this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the second part of the February storytelling event.

  48. A pope that was anti-speeding and other stories

    Saved and saving are the subject of this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the first part of the February storytelling event.

  49. Dating app slander, and other stories

    Gossip, rumors, and behind-the-scenes drama are the subject of this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, the second part of the December storytelling event.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Real stories told by your neighbors and friends in San Antonio. Worth Repeating was developed in collaboration with the 80/20 Foundation. For this and more details or to attend a live event visit: https://www.tpr.org/wr

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Texas Public Radio

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Real stories told by your neighbors and friends in San Antonio. Worth Repeating was developed in collaboration with the 80/20 Foundation. For this and more details or to attend a live event visit: https://www.tpr.org/wr

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Worth Repeating is created and hosted by Texas Public Radio.
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