Shaping Our Story
Claim This Podcastby Louise A Krikorian
Podcast Overview
<p>Introducing a new interview podcast hosted by award-winning PBS TV and documentary film producer, Louise Krikorian.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Backstory</b>: Why start a podcast called <b>Shaping Our Story?</b> When I was in college, my mentor, Dr. Maurice Elias, talked about human behavior in his Psychology 101 class. I liked this because I had always listened to family, friends, and co-workers' stories about their struggles and successes. As a teacher, I encouraged my students to find their purpose and thrive. Over the years of producing for NPR, AFN Radio Europe, and PBS TV, I've interviewed world renowned musicians, artists, filmmakers, and scientists who have realized their true talent. <b>Shaping Our Story</b> is a community of entrepreneurs, educators, and creatives who have become exemplary leaders and want to motivate others to realize their gifts and succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>Please follow us here and on the <b>Shaping Our Story </b>FaceBook page or watch our videos on YouTube. Share which leader’s success story and questions you’d like to hear.</p>
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
12/30/2025
1 verified contact email on file for Shaping Our Story
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
August 5, 2026
The Secret to Doing What You Love | Laurie Zaleski Part 3
In the final episode of this three-part conversation, Laurie Zaleski, founder of the Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in Mays Landing, New Jersey, shares her extraordinary journey of rescuing more than 750 animals, turning unimaginable childhood hardship into a life of compassion, and why she's now adapting her bestselling memoir into a feature film. Laurie discusses: ✔︎ Why Funny Farm: My Unexpected Life with 600 Rescue Animals is being developed into a movie ✔︎ The challenges of wri...
July 22, 2026
How Do You Find Your Purpose After Life Falls Apart? | Laurie Zaleski Part 2
Shaping Our Story, where ordinary people tell extraordinary stories that can change how you see your own life. Laurie Zaleski talks about finding purpose at her home with 750 animals. She lives on 30 acres that she calls the Funny Farm Rescue. Here’s the secret to her success of turning pain into purpose. In this episode, you'll learn how one woman transformed childhood hardship into a world-renowned animal sanctuary, inspired hundreds of volunteers, found purpose through service, and ...
July 8, 2026
S2 E8 Laurie Zaleski Funny Farm Rescue Part 1
22 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Shaping Our Story
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Shaping Our Story?
<p>Introducing a new interview podcast hosted by award-winning PBS TV and documentary film producer, Louise Krikorian.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Backstory</b>: Why start a podcast called <b>Shaping Our Story?</b> When I was in college, my mentor, Dr. Maurice Elias, talked about human behavior in his Psychology 101 class. I liked this because I had always listened to family, friends, and co-workers' stories about their struggles and successes. As a teacher, I encouraged my students to find their purpose and thrive. Over the years of producing for NPR, AFN Radio Europe, and PBS TV, I've interviewed world renowned musicians, artists, filmmakers, and scientists who have realized their true talent. <b>Shaping Our Story</b> is a community of entrepreneurs, educators, and creatives who have become exemplary leaders and want to motivate others to realize their gifts and succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>Please follow us here and on the <b>Shaping Our Story </b>FaceBook page or watch our videos on YouTube. Share which leader’s success story and questions you’d like to hear.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.