Raven Narratives

Drew discovers that farming will be the most tortuous, beautiful way to save his life.

At a pivotal time in his life, Kevin heads out alone on the 500-mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage across Spain.

Heather's night takes a turn into darkness while hitchhiking back home.

Ljuba experiences some disturbing mental challenges while visiting Buenos Aires on a vacation for tango dancing. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

On a summer horseback ride, Jaime discovers the thin line between life and death. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

After his sister is murdered, Craig finds out how powerful love and understanding can be. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

On a long-distance training run with his teammates, Christian tests his limits and finds out what lies beyond them. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

Tragedy teaches Amy how to love with a broken heart. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

After being deployed as a U.S. Army medic during Operation Desert Storm, Bert discovers the true cost of military service. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

On the brink of starting a big adventure, Debbie receives a life-changing diagnosis. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

Sarah describes growing up in a cult and how those experiences ultimately helped her find the joy in living life without fear. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

Aliza describes how a series of challenges to her identity helped her understand what being an American really means. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

A longboarding incident helps Michael heal his relationship with his brother. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

A wrong turn while skiing in the Sierra Nevada Mountains leads Don on an all-night adventure. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

On the heels of her divorce, Kate looks for new friends on Craigslist. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

A 100km run through the Arizona desert tests Ernie's limits. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

In this second of a two-part special edition of the Raven Narratives podcast, stories told at "Dragon Tales" a live storytelling event featuring Southwest Open School students James Gonzales, Gabrielle Dukenminier, teacher Tyson Wood, and student Holly Ford. Funding for "Dragon Tales" comes from Think 360 Arts for Learning. Music used in this episode is by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

In this first of a two-part special edition of the Raven Narratives podcast, stories told at "Dragon Tales" a live storytelling event featuring Southwest Open School students Ryan Lee, Mahala Jonlee Cotton, Daryl Malone, and teacher Brad Higinbotham. Funding for "Dragon Tales" comes from Think 360 Arts for Learning. Music used in this episode is by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at @jahzzar.

Joe describes how the men who taught him to survive working on an oil rig helped him escape the anger of his mother and grandmother. Theme music "Storyteller" by Jahzzar. Used by permission under a Creative Commons license. Find more of his music at https://soundcloud.com/jahzzar.

Karen describes the terrifying hours and days after her son was born, and how her trust was challenged again and again.