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How did the Avocado become the toast of the nation? The humble tropical fruit is now common in supermarkets, but even in the 1980s many Americans had never seen an avocado, much less tasted one. How did this once obscure alligator pear come to occupy a central spot in American culture?

In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast, storytellers share stories on the theme, Snatched. From stolen items to reclaiming what’s been lost these stories are all about the things we take back.

In a special Texas Public Radio podcast series medical reporter Bonnie Petrie and reporter Robin Berghaus explore how Texas is, somewhat ironically, leading the way in the therapeutic application of psychedelics.

The flaws and follies of Cupolo’s characters teach us something about what it means to be human when we make mistakes or when we allow each other mercy. Lisa Cupolo discusses her award-winning story collection.

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America’s rivers are a vital resource for drinking water. They support wildlife habitats and are critical for transportation and industry. However, across the U.S., many of the largest and most important of these waterways are at risk from pollution, poor flood management and more. These endangered rivers include the Mississippi and the Lower Rio Grande.

In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast the last three storytellers share stories on the theme, Altered. From a few different trips to a new normal these stories are about finding your silver lining.

In this episode of the Worth Repeating podcast storytellers share stories on the theme Altered. From various addictions to rethinking your life these stories are all about change.

D. Esperanza details his 10-month journey from Honduras to the U.S. through reconstructed and translated journal entries.