Peter Aguero

In this heartfelt session, Peter Aguero shares a touching story about holiday gift exchanges with his mother. Tracey Segarra reflects on her complex bond with her Jehovah's Witness mother-in-law, while Steve Glickman lightheartedly narrates his disastrous attempt to escape a snowy Christmas. Dawn Fraser describes her family's Caribbean culinary traditions, and Bernie Somers recounts his comedic missteps leading to a first kiss. These personal stories weave together themes of family connection, cultural diversity, and the joy and chaos of the holidays.

Peter Aguero, a seasoned host and storyteller from Queens, shares his transformative experience in a pottery class that reignites his creativity. Tighisti Amahazion, a writer and neuro-nerd, evokes the sensory memories of her childhood in war-torn Eritrea. Bryan Kett, a former science teacher, describes his emotional journey of seeing color for the first time, highlighting the deep connection between senses, emotions, and storytelling. Together, they explore how memory and the senses shape our narratives and experiences.