So, What's Your Story?

10/16/2025

https://www.storyspace.org/Home.asp

The Story Space is among the oldest storytelling platforms in the nation. It is a place where folks can sign up to practice their telling skills and a place which spotlight featured tellers. This Tuesday, October 21, the featured storyteller is Hank Roubicek. A retired professor, seasoned teller, radio host, and author, Hank’s concert will prove to be worth your time. And the timing could not be better because in a few weeks, we will commemorate Kristallnacht (Night of the Broken Glass). This was a pogrom against the Jews carried out by the N**i party on November 9-10, 1938. Historians point to this date as the beginning of the Holocaust.

According to Holocaust Survivor’s Authority, there are somewhere between 150-175K Holocaust Survivors remaining---most of them living in Israel. Hundreds leave us every day. Their numbers dwindle but their collective voices paint the landscape of N**i Concentration Camps and the atrocities they endured; and display a common face---a poignant image of emotional resilience none of us can fathom. The second generation and grandchildren of Holocaust Survivors are charged with the responsibility of keeping these voices not only alive but heard…loudly and clearly because while apathy and hate are dangerous, they become more threatening when we fail to grasp their powerful narratives. As one raised by 2 generations of survivors, Hank Roubicek will apply his skills as a storyteller to tell stories about the power of trauma, growth, and love.

Platform: The Story Space/ Online
Cost: Donate to the “Kitty”
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Time: Story Space begins at 6:45pm EDT with open storytelling. FEATURED teller begins at 8:00pm EDT
Registration/zoom: See instructions on SS site.

Featured Teller and Theme:
Dr. Hank Roubicek
Schmaltz on Rye

05/07/2024

This week, “So, What’s Your Story?” has a truly international flavor. Both our distinguished guests have had extensive overseas experiences they will be sharing with us. Jason Corder will recount his stories as an envoy, actor and producer for twenty years in Africa. And as if that weren’t enough, Julie Gianelloni Connor, a retired senior diplomat with the U.S. State Department, will share some eye-opening stories that will give us a taste of how a top diplomat addresses the never-ending turmoil facing the world.

So be sure to tune in to 90.1 FM radio at 6 PM this Wednesday, or else livestream us at kpft.org

Another important note: KPFT radio is in the midst of their latest pledge drive, so you can call 713-526-5738 or go to KPFT.org and scroll to So What's Your Story to designate us as a program you support.

04/30/2024

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04/30/2024

Yom HaShoah Concert

The link below is for a free storytelling concert to be given by Dr. Hank Roubicek to Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day: Yom HaShoah. Sunday, May 5, 5:30PM. It is virtual and sponsored by Congregation Beth Israel. His passion and persona fuel these emotional stories about being raised by Holocaust Survivors. Stories will range from hilarious to melancholy. The traumas of second-generation survivors inspire some of his anecdotes, and all of the tales lead to the powerful lessons of tolerance, understanding, and healing. Q&A will be included in this memorable concert.

Dr. Roubicek is Emeritus Professor of Communication at the University of Houston, a veteran docent at Holocaust Museum Houston, author, storyteller, and creator of So, What’s Your Story? On Houston’s KPFT 90.1FM

Registration is below.

Here’s the link again to register:

"Schmaltz On Rye" with Hank Roubicek - Event - Congregation Beth Israel

04/30/2024

This Week on “So, What’s Your Story?”

Ronald Reagan once said,
“Heroes may not be braver than anyone else. They’re just braver five minutes longer.” –

Firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical teams who remain in dangerous situations until everyone is safe exemplify this idea. They sustain their bravery and determination for an extended period. This quote reminds us that heroism often lies in the ability to persist and maintain courage in the face of danger and adversity. Ultimately, this notion still reinforces our collective impression of those human superheroes.
Our guest storytellers agree with this notion about heroes but have the capacity to stretch to identify their own heroes---personal heroes who influenced their lives. We are speaking of the unsung hero—the one who does great deeds but receives little or no recognition for them. Interestingly, these young tellers are my unsung heroes and yours too because they get rave reviews whenever they are on this show. They are students in Ms. Vinne Arlt’s Broadcast Journalism class at Meyerland Middle School for the Visual and Performing Arts. They are:
Chris Crear
Ella Wolf
Sasha Solomon
Sophia Sorena
Louisa Picard
Gracie Jennings Mesler
Brynn Cabe

Tune in this Wednesday, May 1, 6:00PM CST to be inspired by these creative children from our community. KPFT 90.1FM or KPFT.ORG/Listen Live/ HD1
And treasure what you hear. Peace

Hank

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04/09/2024

This week on “So, What’s Your Story?" we'll feature Pushcart award-nominated author Sam Foster. Sam will be sharing some compelling stories about his hometown of Beardstown, Illinois from his 3-book series “American Trilogy.” Sam will share the town’s history from the Indian Wars of the 1700’s—centering on the exploits of the Shawnee chief Tecumseh—all the way to the present century. Tune in to 90.1 FM from 6-7 PM this Wednesday, or livestream us at kpft.org, and hear Sam Foster make the intriguing history of Beardstown, with all its ups and downs, come alive.