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This American Life

Season 1 Episode 5: Growth Spurt

Three women from different walks of life take bold steps towards the unknown, overcoming obstacles and celebrating victories along the way.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Reality Check

1. Reality Check

Aired: Mar 22, 2007

Three individuals embark on ambitious projects, but their grand plans are qui...

Episode 2 My Way

Aired: Mar 29, 2007

A rebellious 15-year-old boy makes a daring vow to resist the power of love, ...

Episode 3 God's Close-Up

3. God's Close-Up

Aired: Apr 5, 2007

A motley crew of characters gathers in the desert, drawn together by an enigm...

Episode 4 The Cameraman

4. The Cameraman

Aired: Apr 12, 2007

A new perspective can emerge when one steps behind the camera, leading to a p...

Episode 5 Growth Spurt

5. Growth Spurt

Aired: Apr 19, 2007

Three women from different walks of life take bold steps towards the unknown,...

Episode 6 Pandora's Box

6. Pandora's Box

Aired: Apr 26, 2007

Unpredictable outcomes arise as individuals and scientists meddle with forces...

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Creators

Nancy Updike

Nancy UpdikeWriter

Ira GlassCreator, Writer

Info about This American Life

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: Showtime

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary