The Story

In the words of the great Jack Johnson, “We're better together.” For a country facing divisive times, this phrase couldn't be more true. Join us for the final episode of Season 8! In this After Show, Chad and Ian sit down with this season's amazing host, Alec Baldwin. They explore what it really means to take care of our military members and discuss the importance of creating a country whose unity extends far past personal biases, social views, or politics. Continue the conversation. Hit us up on Twitter @TheMissionHQ to share your thoughts on the topics that Chad, Ian, and Alec touch on in this episode. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of how one woman became the most hunted woman in the world. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of a woman who made millions of people laugh. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of a true “overnight” success. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of a woman who saw an opportunity to apply her acting skills to become a spy during the American Civil War. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of a woman who answered the call to serve. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of how one man created a product that could change the world… but only if you use it. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story of a man who escaped death, hopped from job to job, and went on to shape American culture as we know it. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

This is the story about an Air Force master sergeant who needed a change of scenery. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at salesforce.com.

The Story is back for its eighth season, and this time we are joined by guest narrator Alec Baldwin!  In honor of Military Appreciation Month, this season uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, and brands that have changed the way we live.  In each episode, Alec shares the painful, inspiring, and breakthrough moments of military heroes whose lives have shaped culture as we know it. From business titans and groundbreaking explorers, to famous actors and government spies, you won't want to miss these stories.  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

“A story is a type of freedom.” - Jeffrey Wright In this special interview, Chad and Ian are joined by actor, activist, entrepreneur, and recent narrator of The Story, Jeffrey Wright. (You may also recognize him from his roles in James Bond, Hunger Games, and Westworld.) They discuss Season 7 of The Story, what history can teach us about the present, and how storytelling has the power to transform lives. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.

This is the story of a woman who hit rock bottom, but she didn't stay there. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.

This is the story of the man who became the first African-American millionaire, lost it all, won it back, and went toe to toe with the most successful business tycoon of his day.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is The Story of how one woman escaped a life of suffering. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is the story of the schoolteacher who founded a city that was ahead of its time. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory.  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is the story of how an ex-slave and a famed business tycoon revolutionized agriculture and created a material we all use today.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory.  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

Welcome to another The Story Aftershow! On this special episode, Ian is joined by Lynne Zaledonis, SVP of Product Marketing at Salesforce. Lynne has been on the pod in the past, and this time she joins us to discuss the amazing stories of Mae Jemison and Patricia Bath. Ian and Lynne talk about how these two women have personally inspired them, and how you can apply takeaways from their incredible stories to your own life. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is the story of a woman who broke scientific barriers and did the impossible. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is the story of a woman who is working to help make humanity a multi-planetary species.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at mission.org/thestory. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

This is the story of an Uncle who built a tradition that lasted for generations.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at https://mission.org/thestory.  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.

Welcome back for another season of The Story!  In this season, we are joined by our friend, Jeffrey Wright, to tell the amazing backstories of eight African American trailblazers who changed the world.  You'll get to walk a mile in their shoes and their identity is kept secret until the climax. You'll hear tales of discovery, learn how empires rose and fell, and stand beside innovators as they faced their tragedies and turned them into triumphs. You won't want to miss a second of this season, so be sure to tap subscribe!  You can read written versions of these stories and more at mission.org/thestory.  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. Learn more about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.  

Welcome to The Story After Show! Join Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles as they discuss Episodes 7 and 8 of Season 6 of The Story. They highlight the BIG ideas from the stories this week that featured Meg Whitman and Marissa Mayer. They also discuss how to overcome doubters and create businesses that change the world. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of a woman who walked away from a dream job to take on one of the most challenging leadership roles of her career. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.  

This is the story... of a woman who has built a reputation as a CEO who's not afraid to make tough decisions—even when they're wildly unpopular. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

Welcome to The Story After Show! In today's show, Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss Episodes 5 and 6 of Season 6 of The Story which featured Anne Sullivan (1:30) and Gandhi (6:50).  These two priceless stories live on as powerful reminders that your actions today can spark life-altering changes in those around you. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story… of how an abandoned girl, trapped in darkness, loneliness, and hopelessness, broke free—and went on to influence the lives of millions of people around the world. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story… of an old man, salt, tyranny, and the single step that sparked his journey of becoming a leader that changed the world. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

Welcome to The Story After Show! In this week's show, Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss the episodes this week that featured Rovio (1:00) and John Wheeler (9:40). They highlight the big ideas from these stories and discuss what it takes to build a generational business.  Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of a man with a brilliant mind who helped change the course of the world. But he wasn't driven by fame, status or wealth. The source of his ambition was a tattered five-cent postcard. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of a team who really didn't understand the notion of quitting. Because to them, every failure was one step closer to success. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

In today's after show, Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss the first two episodes of Season 6 of The Story. They highlight the big ideas from the stories this week that featured Oprah Winfrey (2:05) and Jim Carrey (6:40). They also share their favorite lessons and how to apply these ideas in your own life. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of a man who learned his craft in the school of hard knocks. And when others would've thrown in the towel, he threw himself towards his dream. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

Welcome to Season 6! This season of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of a woman who suffered early on in life and turned that suffering into an empire. Season 6 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers who underwent radical personal transformations to better serve themselves, their loved ones, and civilization. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the final after show to close out Season 5 of The Story! Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss their favorite lessons from the stories that featured Christmas and The Super Bowl. Tune in to find out why you should always hold out hope. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of how a team and a coach developed an unstoppable mindset that launched one of the biggest winter “holidays” in history. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of belief, miracles, and why you should never give up on things you want the most. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

Welcome to The Story After Show! Today, Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss Episodes 5 and 6 of Season 5 of The Story. They highlight the BIG ideas from the stories this week that featured the Winter Solstice (0:55) and Hanukkah (4:34). They also discuss their favorite takeaways and what they did and didn't know about these stories before writing them. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of one man whose light was so bright that he helped many others find lights of their own. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... about darkness, light, and new beginnings. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

In this after show, Chad Grills and Stephanie Postles discuss the stories this week that featured The New Year (1:38) and Festivus (6:55). They talk about how you can tackle The New Year, the importance of tradition, and why worry is preposterous.  Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.

This is the story... of the most recent and fastest spreading winter holiday in the world. Season 5 of The Story features 8 stories of trailblazers paired with the beginnings of some of the most famous winter holidays. The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world's #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at salesforce.com.