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StoryCorps

EXTRA: The Kids From North Baghdad

Sep 19, 2023
The podcast revisits memorable conversations from the past two decades, including a soldier's bond with two Iraqi children and their tragic fate. They also discuss Justin Clyburn's journey and the search for Ali.
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Quick takeaways

  • The military voices initiative by StoryCorps records stories of service members and their families, fostering connections and sharing experiences.
  • Specialist Justin Clyburn formed a close bond with an Iraqi boy named Ali while deployed in Iraq, showcasing the power of human connection despite language barriers.

Deep dives

The Origin of StoryCorps and the 20th Anniversary

Jasmine Morris and Michael Garafolo host the special season of the StoryCorps podcast, celebrating the 20th anniversary of StoryCorps. They take a look back at the early days and the launch of the recording booths, featuring classic StoryCorps conversations with updates. The hosts warm up with a couple of short episodes before the special series. One notable initiative that has evolved over the years is the military voices initiative, which started in 2012 and focused on recording stories of service members and their families.

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