Every Family’s Got One storytelling show

Rest with me awhile, Family

Rest with me awhile, Family. Feels so good. And all this rest makes me feel very dreamlike in this moment, yet all of this really did happen this past year… We had our May EFGO show... at Industry Lounge in Huntington, NY. The show was sold out and we had fabulous stories, silliness, and cheese! (I love cheese, really I do.) You can revisit the fun by watching or listening to this and past performances on our Every Family’s Got One YouTube channel. Then in October... we worked side-by-side with the Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition for our second annual Supporting [...]

2023-12-26T13:40:10-05:00December 27, 2023|Comments Off on Rest with me awhile, Family

The Coalition Raises Nearly $40,000!

The Coalition Storytelling Event The Coalition raises nearly $40,000! Holy smokes! What great stories! The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York's storytelling event was such a great night. It was fun to be back in New York City at the very beautiful DiMenna Center. We shared delicious bites and drinks, great company, and the wonderful, powerful stories of the New York families that they serve. So grateful to all of you who supported the event, attended virtually or in-person, and shared the event with your networks. We raised almost $40,000! If you would still like [...]

2023-10-24T19:30:19-04:00October 25, 2023|Comments Off on The Coalition Raises Nearly $40,000!

Looking for Stories Only You Can Tell

We’re looking for stories that only you can tell. Amazing stories that are hilarious. Or tragic. Or awe-inspiring. (Yes, THAT family story.) Interested in telling yours live on stage at our next show? Here’s what you need to know… WHEN & WHERE: Sunday, May 7th, 3pm at Industry, 344 New York Ave, Huntington, NY. HOW TO SUBMIT: Send your written 5-7 minutes story and a video of yourself telling it to: Barbara at everyfamilysgotone@gmail.com Put “INDUSTRY” in the subject line. Include your full name and phone number. MORE INFO: There will be 2 writer’s workshops to polish your piece and performance. Dates: Sunday, [...]

2023-01-17T20:13:18-05:00January 18, 2023|Comments Off on Looking for Stories Only You Can Tell

Growing Up in Two Worlds

By Every Family's Got One Guest Writer, Jaya Rao-Herel Image by Rawpixel Growing Up in Two Worlds I’ve grown up in two worlds. Falling asleep at kirtans, soft hums of Indian songs drifting in the air, and also listening to my dad’s favorite Eagles song on repeat. I’ve grown up riding in rickshaws in India, and eating rice with my hands-off banana leaves, but also learning where to place utensils to properly set a table on Christmas; forks on the left, knives and spoons on the right. I’ve grown up... taking off my shoes at temples, but [...]

2022-01-24T15:58:16-05:00January 26, 2022|Comments Off on Growing Up in Two Worlds

We’re a BEST Storytelling Podcast!

Hi Family, it's been awhile and I'm excited to fill you in on our "Best Storytelling Podcast" status and other EFGO's goings-on. First off... Do you like our spanking-new look? I'm loving it, I must say. Many thanks to Michael Chow Media and the wonderful Michael Chow himself for the painless and speedy updates. Please stay and take a look around, especially the Submissions section. Next... I was recently informed by Feedspot's founder that EFGO is a BEST Storytelling Podcast! Now, it really shouldn’t surprise me, since Tony Mennuto and I always knew we featured the most amazing [...]

2021-11-24T08:05:17-05:00November 24, 2021|Comments Off on We’re a BEST Storytelling Podcast!

Sign up for an EFGO Storytelling Mentorship

Read all about my EFGO Storytelling Mentorship!  "Barbara, thanks for your kind, generous and thoughtful collaboration. You helped make my story a lot better! I love being part of the EFGO community and you are tremendously appreciated."                                 ~ Emerson Dameron, Los Angeles, copywriter, storyteller What I love most about producing and hosting the Every Family’s Got One Podcast and Live Show is collaborating with talented people and building a supportive storytelling community. I’ve worked with writers and performers of all kinds, as well as non-performers, [...]

2021-11-18T17:12:05-05:00September 15, 2021|Comments Off on Sign up for an EFGO Storytelling Mentorship
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