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If you'd like to be a future storyteller or nominate someone you think would be perfect for the

Accent Unmuted stage, fill out this form. We take submissions on a rolling basis.

Our shows feature a specific type of story - please review our story guidelines before applying.

Full Name*

Email address*

Are you nominating yourself or someone else?*

Myself

Someone else

If someone else: Nominee's full name

Why do you (or your nominee) want to be an Accent Unmuted storyteller?*

Have you shared your story on stage before?

Never

I've spoken on stage, but never done a live storytelling event before

I've told a story on stage before

Tell us a bit about the story you'd like to share. (Please read the story guidelines before applying)*

1–3 sentences. Ex: This is a story about a time I ran away from school in the 4th grade to dodge punishment, only to get into way more trouble after.

Which Accent Unmuted event are you interested in speaking at?

Where are you from originally, and how long have you lived in the U.S.? *

This helps us celebrate the diversity of backgrounds

Do you identify as an immigrant who speaks English with an accent or a culturally distinct speaking style?*

Yes

Are you based in Austin or willing to travel for a live event?*

Yes

Depends on the date

Are you open to guidance from our team on your story content, timing, and delivery?*

Yes

Do you consent to your story being shared on the radio and on the internet (social media, website, newsletters)?*

Yes

Accent Unmuted envisions a world where immigrant voices are heard with curiosity rather than judgment, where accented voices are invited and celebrated on more stages across the US.

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