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Trouble — we've all been in it. Some more than others. Some worse than others. Award-winning storyteller Shannon Cason has faced a few problems of his own. Now he talks with others about getting in, and out, of trouble of all stripes.
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Preview: The Trouble

Preview: The Trouble

2018-02-1302:09

Trouble — we've all been in it. Some more than others. Some worse than others. Subscribe now, The Trouble begins on Feb. 21.
The Trouble: Kickbacks

The Trouble: Kickbacks

2018-02-2149:48

KC was a rising star in education, turning around some of Detroit’s most troubled public schools. But in order to do that, she cut some legal corners that put her in prison. Do the ends justify the means?
Doppelganger Part 1

Doppelganger Part 1

2018-02-2844:25

Richard was sentenced to 19 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. Seventeen years in, he discovers he has a look-alike, with the same first name, who probably committed the crime.
Doppelganger Part 2

Doppelganger Part 2

2018-02-2829:24

Tamara’s testimony helped put Richard, her presumed attacker, behind bars for 17 years. For the first time, Tamara and Richard talk face-to-face about how a mistaken identity shaped their lives.
Haunted

Haunted

2018-03-0738:47

Onstage, Rebecca’s comedy career was taking off. Offstage, she feared for her life.
Compulsion

Compulsion

2018-03-1436:35

Jamie obsesses over everything. And it is taking over her life. This week, what it’s like to live with OCD.
79 Cents

79 Cents

2018-09-0738:28

After finding out that her male colleague is paid more than her for the same work, Aileen made a decision to fight for equality.
Michael

Michael

2018-09-1440:30

At age 28, Michael unexpectedly committed suicide. Carol and Steve talk about their son’s life and its tragic and unforeseen ending.
Politicized

Politicized

2018-09-2134:37

After a police shooting near her home, Ashley became a full-time activist. She confronts the emotional toll and trauma it has taken on her.
Regret

Regret

2018-09-2840:28

Lisa McCrea says she was moved — as if by God — to become a living organ donor. How an act of altruism became the worst decision she ever made.
Infertility

Infertility

2018-10-0542:17

Tricia has been trying to get pregnant for 10 years. She talks about her desire for motherhood and then walks us through one last IVF cycle.
Comments (6)

Juan McKelvey

Great episode. The last couple of minutes were the most interesting. It really gave me good insight and empathy for people dealing with emotional issues.

Feb 5th
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Susan Rotello

My favorite podcasts Shannon..... keep it going!

Aug 14th
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Ansel Ames

need more content!! I love it and I've been checking for new episodes all the time! It's been forever! great stuff though man.

Jun 27th
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Jonathan Cunniff

shannon! this is more like it. to hell with mixed drink sandal selfie stories! real life is truly much more interesting :)

Apr 26th
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Bethany J Gee

Love your work, Shannon. This podcast is top notch. Keep up the good work!

Mar 13th
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Annie Saxton

this podcast is wonderful and very interesting. I love everything about it!!

Mar 11th
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