Quite simply put-Suzi Montgomery is a force of nature. Her innate capacity for Media Arts education is unmatched; her incredible ability to tap into the human soul is even more remarkable. For reticent, precocious kids from the West side whose stories are often told for them, Suzi's purely authentic persona drew them in like bees to the nectar of a beautiful flower. Although my students have a keen knack for sizing adults up with one glance, her gentle cajoling and patience allowed my students to feel safe enough to share their stories with Suzi. These stories were sometimes funny, sometimes bold, and most times heartbreaking. Yet, Suzi was delicate with their experiences and found a way to weave their voices into a larger tapestry of the pain, progress, and potential that make up the human story.  Because Suzi volunteered her own time to create a Podcast with my students, they inevitably became more comfortable with their own voice, and they found strength to tell their story-their way. I, along with my students, are indebted to Ms. Montgomery for her expertise, dedication, and valuable time spent creating stories that will last for generations to come.