Open Orchard Productions show

Open Orchard Productions

Summary: A podcast dedicated to true teen stories from all walks of life.

Podcasts:

 The Core 118: Never Too Young to Save Lives | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3:54

At the mere age of 16, Jihana Mendu went on the adventure of a lifetime to Peru. While there to pursue her ambition of working in the medical field, she had the chance to perform medical procedures far beyond the norm for any other high schooler. Katie Orr reports.

 Fresh Picked 108: Sherry Wang – Fly | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4:57

Sherry Wang isn't just another teenager balancing good grades with studying for the SAT's and having fun. Instead, on top of all the expected pressures, Sherry is an accomplished singer/songwriter. Davis Anderson reports.

 The Harvest 142: The Palos Verdes Peacocks | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:00

The wild peacocks of Palos Verdes Peninsula in Southern California have inhabited the area for over 100 years and now number more than 1,000. For any visitor or new resident, the sight (and sound) is exceptional (and loud). This KCRW SoundsLA piece was created by McKenna Goldstein.

 The Harvest 141: Southern California Waves | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:00

With miles of beautiful beaches, the sound of ocean waves often touch a deep part of California residents. For some, it’s not about the physical waves but what the sound of waves signify. Created for KCRW SoundsLA by Katie Orr.

 The Core 117: Living the T1Dream | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 5:45

Olivia was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in 2010. Three years later, her best friend, Allison, was diagnosed with the same disease. They talk to each other about their common experiences. Olivia Polischeck reports.

 The Elements 119: Living Purpose | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4:41

Robert Parker realized that his destiny in life was to help others and make the world a better place. Now, as a cancer research scientist, he reflects on how his experiences and family shaped his path. Leslie Vilicich reports.

 The Harvest 140: Is That My Car? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:48

New to Los Angeles, Ann was excited to start a new job and experience the Southern California lifestyle. However, she ran into some trouble when she stepped outside her door one morning to an unwanted surprise.

 The Harvest 139: A Modern Thanksgiving | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2:53

While the American mythology of Thanksgiving is about peace, in Shanaya Pudumjee’s house, it’s anything but peaceful. Find out how one woman pulled off the ultimate Thanksgiving.

 The Elements 118: A Special Teammate | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4:38

On any given day, Ava’s cross-country teammates can look at Ava and expect a smile in return. Ava has autism. But that doesn’t stop her from running the hardest she can and encouraging her teammates to do the same. Katie Wilhem discovers how one special girl can change an entire team.

 The Core 116: The USC Roar | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:00

As a podcast made for KCRW’s SoundsLA program, this 1-minute podcast shares the impact that the crowd’s roar at the USC Coliseum has on the head football coach’s son, Reid Helton. Julia Hitzel reports.

 The Core 115: The Fight for Secular Education | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2:58

We strive to make our parents proud of us. However, when Paige was faced with the difficult decision of choosing between her mother's faith and her access to education, she was forced to put her own needs before her mother’s.

 The Elements 117: The Evolution of Erin Condren Planners | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4:23

One of the businesses that has been growing within the sector of organizational planners is Erin Condren. Erin talks with Sophia Breton about how she started her company and its evolution. Visit her website here: www.erincondren.com

 The Harvest 138: The Waiting Game | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3:45

For high school seniors, college applications are the number one priority. Every class, club, activity, sport, grade, and standardized test score will be evaluated. Once all college applications are finally submitted, there's nothing to do but wait. Rachel Fazio reports.

 The Elements 116: A Lesson for the Future | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3:10

Wade Nygren has incredible athletic ability. Because of several exceptional performances during cross-country races at his middle school, his high school team held lofty expectations for him. After a careless injury midway through the season, it became unclear if Wade would live up to his reputation. Dustin Hartuv reports.

 The Harvest 137: No More, No Less | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 5:10

An Argentinean Orthodox Jew, going under the pseudonym Gustavo Friedman, tells his story and the aftermath of the deadliest terrorist attack in all of Argentina’s history. Brian Kaufman reports.

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