Our local paper had an article on StoryCorps and I was reminded of just how awesome they are. The idea is simple enough: create an accessible, ready to go sound booth for anyone to record their story. Free, simple, open to anyone and everyone. The booth was a great idea, but personally, I think their mobile studio is just plain brilliant. What better way to preserve the stories of real people than to bring the studio right to them? It doesn't hurt that they use a sweet airstream trailer to boot.
There is something so simple and pure about hearing someones voice telling their story in their own words. I think that it is essential that we all take the time to get those great stories recorded so that they can survive beyond the life of the storyteller.
Check out StoryCorps.
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