Sophie Rioux is a 31-year-old artist and musician. She has a genetic disorder called Williams Syndrome, which means she'll never reach certain milestones of independence, such as driving or holding a full-time job. But, in this story, Sophie starts to claim her autonomy in one way: by making plans to move out of her beloved family home and into an apartment of her own. Music by Sophie Rioux.

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Ava Ross discusses how charcoal was made by her husband, Willis back in the day.

After several hours of preparation, 12 Salt students were guided by Reid Chapman on making apple cider the old fashioned way. Ann Bath and others document the process Chapman goes through to make his cider.

As an experienced documentarian, David Isay has won almost every award in broadcasting. Kate Philbrick documents the work of Isay and learns about what life is like in the field.

Working as a fillet cutter at O'Hara's in Rockland, Norman Collins believes the secret to getting ahead is having drive. Robin McGahey offers a profile on Collins' work.

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Katie Freeman explores the history of Bowie Farm in Durham, speaking to members of the Bowie family about the business.

Tonee Harbert documents a day at work for employees at the L.L. Bean Telemarketing Center.

Posey Gruener highlights the story of Rick and Barbara Spiegel, two dwarfs who live in Scarborough. The Spiegel's speak about their experiences with dwarfism, their relationship, and having a child.

During the winter at Biddeford Pool, one of the few boats in the wharf is the De-Dee-Mae, a lobstering boat. Herb Baum and others document the work Marshall Alexander does a lobsterman during the winter.