In this episode of Untold Stories, Jaiquan Tyre transports us to the sweltering summer days of his youth in Jacksonville, Florida. Through vivid memories, he explores the balance between light and darkness, the joy of childhood imagination, and the poignant reality of loss. With a powerful spoken word performance, Jaquan unearths the resilience born from growing up in a challenging environment and the eventual growth that comes from facing fear and pain. His journey from a shy child to an artist finding his voice reflects the deep connection between life, art, and healing.

Untold Stories is produced live on stage by the Florida Theatre, and the radio show and podcast is produced by WJCT Public Media and the Florida Theatre.

Barbara Colaciello is the artistic director. The 2022-2023 season of Untold Stories at the Florida Theatre is made possible in part through the generous support of the Wolfburg family.