Storyteller Ray Christian shares personal stories as a sixty-something combat veteran, historian, and goat-wrangling father of six living in the rural mountains... more
A Ray story produced by Snap judgment: When morale is low among the paratroopers in his company, Sergeant Ray Christian... more
In this episode Ray asks Tiffany if and when it is appropriate to speak about groups outside of your own,... more
We know you love a good story, so here's another show we think you'll enjoy. RISK! is a live show... more
In this episode, Ray reflects on the elements of a story, and in a conversation with Tiffany, gives an example... more
Ray goes back to Richmond and examines his evolution from ghetto kid to seasoned storyteller, taking a prideful look at... more
In a drive to the airport with his son, Ray talks about the perilous crossroads he faced in defining his... more
After getting a response from a 30-year-old letter, Ray explores a legacy of correspondence—from his personal experience writing for illiterate... more
Ray has a candid conversation with scholar and journalist Chenjerai Kumanyika, looking at the historic legacy of Jim Crow, how... more
A young Ray Christian becomes captivated by the mysterious voices coming out of the radio and quickly discovers that there... more
Ray looks back on his decision to join the army, unraveling a complicated history of Black military service and reflecting... more