Life Stories Interviews

By A Life Stories Production

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Life Stories is a nonprofit that creates and distributes documentary films and educational resources about people whose lives inspire meaningful change. Its flagship series, The Thread, is a documentary interview series in which exceptional individuals share the different paths they have taken to lead meaningful lives. New episodes of The Thread will premier through January '25. The series features interviews with Gloria Estefan, Martin Sheen, Kurt “Big Boy” Alexander, Tony Hawk, Katie Couric, Mitt Romney, and other notable figures. Learn more at LifeStories.org.

Episode Date
David Brooks: How To Live A Meaningful Life
Feb 13, 2026
Gary Player: A Life of Golf, Triumph, and Giving Back
Feb 08, 2026
Yo-Yo Ma Interview: Finding Connection Through Music
Jan 27, 2026
Ken Chenault Interview: Former American Express CEO on Leadership in the Wake of 9/11
Jan 12, 2026
Laurence Tribe: On Justice, the Supreme Court, and Teaching Obama
Dec 11, 2025
Murray Fisher: Using Oysters To Save The Hudson River
Nov 26, 2025
Lee Grant: From Hollywood Blacklist to Oscar Winner
Nov 13, 2025
Maria Elena Salinas: Hispanic Voices in American Media
Oct 28, 2025
Billy Porter: On My Own Terms
Oct 13, 2025
Mercury Rising: How John Glenn Jr. Transformed The Space Race with Historian Jeff Shesol
Apr 11, 2025
Iranian Crown Prince in Exile | Exclusive Interview with Reza Pahlavi on Reclaiming Iran's Identity
Jan 28, 2025
Frank Langella: Unlocking Emotion in Acting
Jan 19, 2025
David Ferrucci: Leading IBM Watson AI to Jeopardy Win
Jan 12, 2025
Suleika Jaouad: Surviving Cancer and Healing Through Art with Jon Batiste
Jan 05, 2025
Loretta Ross: A Personal History of Reproductive Justice
Dec 29, 2024
Fab 5 Freddy: The Legend Behind the Evolution of Hip Hop
Dec 22, 2024
Kris Tompkins: Rewilding & Restoring Earth’s Biodiversity
Dec 15, 2024
Noah Wyle: From ‘ER’ to Global Humanitarian
Dec 08, 2024
Elizabeth Daley: USC Dean on Film's Future
Dec 01, 2024
Wyatt Cenac: Breaking Barriers in Late-Night TV
Nov 24, 2024
Abigail Disney: Disney Heir on Legacy, Family, and Reimagining Capitalism
Nov 17, 2024
Viet Thanh Nguyen: The Vietnam War Refugee Experience Behind The Sympathizer
Nov 11, 2024
Molly Jong-Fast: Inheriting Boldness
Nov 04, 2024
Chip Conley: Daring to Be Yourself
Oct 28, 2024
Wolfgang Puck: Becoming a Master Restauranteur
Oct 22, 2024
Joy Harjo: The Power of Poetry
Oct 16, 2024
James Cromwell: Rebel with a Cause
Oct 14, 2024
David Brooks: How To Know a Person
Jul 30, 2024
Father Greg Boyle: Welcoming the Unwelcome
Jun 17, 2024
Betty Rollin: First You Cry
Jun 10, 2024
Jason Alexander: The Power of Laughter
Jun 03, 2024
Katie Couric: From Tragedies to Triumphs
May 29, 2024
Darren Walker: Hope and Courage in Action
May 20, 2024
Tony Hawk: Finding Your Passion
May 13, 2024
Reginald Dwayne Betts: A Voice for the Incarcerated
May 06, 2024
Cecile Richards: Championing Choice
Apr 29, 2024
Mitt Romney: Family Ties
Apr 22, 2024
Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Lewis: Finding Wisdom in Pain
Apr 15, 2024
Big Boy: A Hip Hop Odyssey
Apr 08, 2024
Roz Chast: Drawing From Life
Apr 01, 2024
Martin Sheen: Lights, Camera, Activism
Mar 25, 2024
Tova Friedman: Surviving Auschwitz
Mar 18, 2024
Jason Reynolds: The Power of Narrative
Mar 11, 2024
Gloria Estefan: Singing Through Struggles
Mar 04, 2024
The Thread - Season One Trailer
Feb 24, 2024