Podcasts about memorable storytelling

Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more GET TICKETS TO PODJAM II In Vegas March 27-30 Confirmed Guests! Professor Eric Segall, Dr Aaron Carroll, Maura Quint, Tim Wise, JL Cauvin, Ophira Eisenberg, Christian Finnegan and The Ladies of The Hue will all join us! Ophira Eisenberg is a Canadian-born standup comedian, writer, and host. She hosted NPR's comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9-years, where she interviewed and played silly games with hundreds of celebrities including Sir Patrick Stewart, Awkwafina, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Handler, Jim Gaffigan, Michael C. Hall, and so many others. As a comic and a parent to a 6-year-old, Ophira is the host of the new comedy podcast Parenting Is A Joke co-produced by iHeart Radio and Pretty Good Friends Productions. The show launches on October 18th. She can be seen live, regularly headlining across the United States, Canada, and Europe delivering her unique blend of standup and storytelling to a loyal fan base of smart, irreverent comedy lovers. She has appeared at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival, The New Yorker Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival, Bumbershoot, The Nantucket Film Festival, Women in Comedy Festival and more. Her new comedy album at special Plant-Based Jokes is available on iTunes and is streaming now on YouTube. Lauded as “hilarious, high risk, and an inspiration,” Ophira filmed her comedy special Inside Joke, when she was 8½ months pregnant. The show's material revolves around how she told everyone that she was never going to have kids, and then unexpectedly found herself expecting at “an advanced maternal age.” Her other comedy albums, Bangs! and As Is She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week at The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. The New York Times called her a skilled comedian and storyteller with “bleakly stylish” humor. She was also selected as one of New York Magazine's “Top 10 Comics that Funny People Find Funny,” and hailed by Forbes.com as one of the most engaging comics working today.  Ophira is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in two of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent New York Times Bestseller: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.  Ophira's first book, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press), is a comedic memoir about her experiments in the field as a single woman, traveling from futon to futon and flask-to-flask, gathering data, hoping to put it all together and build her own perfect Frankenmate. It was optioned for a feature film.  She is also sought after as a brilliant interviewer and moderator, and has interviewed dozens of celebrities, writers, and actors including Neil Gaiman at New York's Town Hall; Jane Curtain, Anne Beatts, Heather Gardner, Sudi Green, Alysia Reiner, Jeanne Tripplehorn, David Crane, Jeffrey Klerik at The Nantucket Film Festival; Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Daniel Levy and Annie Murphy at the 92nd Street Y; and Nell Scovell and Sloane Crosley at The Mark Twain House.  Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Ophira graduated with a Cultural Anthropology and Theater degree from McGill University. She now lives in Brooklyn, NY where she is a fixture at New York City's comedy clubs including the Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club and Carolines, as well as Brooklyn's famed performance venues The Bell House, Union Hall, and Littlefield. She resides with her husband and son where she can regularly be seen drinking a ton of coffee. Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift    

Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more GET TICKETS TO PODJAM II In Vegas March 27-30 Confirmed Guests! Professor Eric Segall, Dr Aaron Carroll, Maura Quint, Tim Wise, JL Cauvin, Ophira Eisenberg, Christian Finnegan and More! 31 minutes Ezra Levin is the co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible. Prior to founding Indivisible, Ezra served as Associate Director of Federal Policy for Prosperity Now, a national anti-poverty nonprofit. Previously, he was the Deputy Policy Director for Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Field Director for Doggett's 2010 reelection campaign, and an AmeriCorps VISTA in the Homeless Services Division of the San Jose Housing Department.   Along with his co-founder and spouse Leah Greenberg, Ezra has been featured as one of TIME 100's Most Influential People of 2019, included on GQ's 50 Most Powerful People in Trump's Washington, and ranked #2 on the Politico 50 list of top thinkers, doers and visionaries transforming American politics. He has appeared as a commentator on and/or been interviewed by MSNBC, CNN, NPR, Pod Save America, the New York Times, the Washington Post, Politico, TIME Magazine, the New Yorker, the Nation, Slate, and Rolling Stone, among others. He is the co-author of We Are Indivisible: A Blueprint for Democracy After Trump, published by Simon & Schuster's One Signal Publishers in 2019.  He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Carleton College and a Master in Public Affairs from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. 1 hour 2 mins Ophira Eisenberg is a Canadian-born standup comedian, writer, and host. She hosted NPR's comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9-years, where she interviewed and played silly games with hundreds of celebrities including Sir Patrick Stewart, Awkwafina, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Handler, Jim Gaffigan, Michael C. Hall, and so many others. As a comic and a parent to a 6-year-old, Ophira is the host of the new comedy podcast Parenting Is A Joke co-produced by iHeart Radio and Pretty Good Friends Productions. The show launches on October 18th. She can be seen live, regularly headlining across the United States, Canada, and Europe delivering her unique blend of standup and storytelling to a loyal fan base of smart, irreverent comedy lovers. She has appeared at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival, The New Yorker Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival, Bumbershoot, The Nantucket Film Festival, Women in Comedy Festival and more. Her new comedy album at special Plant-Based Jokes is available on iTunes and is streaming now on YouTube. Lauded as “hilarious, high risk, and an inspiration,” Ophira filmed her comedy special Inside Joke, when she was 8½ months pregnant. The show's material revolves around how she told everyone that she was never going to have kids, and then unexpectedly found herself expecting at “an advanced maternal age.” Her other comedy albums, Bangs! and As Is She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week at The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. The New York Times called her a skilled comedian and storyteller with “bleakly stylish” humor. She was also selected as one of New York Magazine's “Top 10 Comics that Funny People Find Funny,” and hailed by Forbes.com as one of the most engaging comics working today.  Ophira is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in two of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent New York Times Bestseller: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.  Ophira's first book, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press), is a comedic memoir about her experiments in the field as a single woman, traveling from futon to futon and flask-to-flask, gathering data, hoping to put it all together and build her own perfect Frankenmate. It was optioned for a feature film.  She is also sought after as a brilliant interviewer and moderator, and has interviewed dozens of celebrities, writers, and actors including Neil Gaiman at New York's Town Hall; Jane Curtain, Anne Beatts, Heather Gardner, Sudi Green, Alysia Reiner, Jeanne Tripplehorn, David Crane, Jeffrey Klerik at The Nantucket Film Festival; Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Daniel Levy and Annie Murphy at the 92nd Street Y; and Nell Scovell and Sloane Crosley at The Mark Twain House.  Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Ophira graduated with a Cultural Anthropology and Theater degree from McGill University. She now lives in Brooklyn, NY where she is a fixture at New York City's comedy clubs including the Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club and Carolines, as well as Brooklyn's famed performance venues The Bell House, Union Hall, and Littlefield. She resides with her husband and son where she can regularly be seen drinking a ton of coffee. Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube  Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art  Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift

Stories do more than entertain us. They have the power to influence our health, shape our decisions, and connect us on a deeper level. In this two-part interview on FUELED, Catherine Burns, former Artistic Director at The Moth, joins us to explore the transformative power of storytelling and its surprising connection to wellness. She blends engaging personal stories with practical guidance, illustrating the significant role storytelling plays in our lives. Tune in to learn how reshaping your own narrative could dramatically transform your life. LINKS Connect with Catherine:  instagram.com/thecatherineburns linkedin.com/in/catherine-burns-054838/ How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling | themoth.org/how-to-tell-a-story Gift idea: A Game of Storytelling: themoth.org/a-game-of-storytelling - an interactive card deck that uses true stories to encourage conversation and spark creativity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stories do more than entertain us. They have the power to influence our health, shape our decisions, and connect us on a deeper level. In this two-part interview on FUELED, Catherine Burns, former Artistic Director at The Moth, joins us to explore the transformative power of storytelling and its surprising connection to wellness. She blends engaging personal stories with practical guidance, illustrating the significant role storytelling plays in our lives. Tune in to learn how reshaping your own narrative could dramatically transform your life. LINKS Connect with Catherine:  instagram.com/thecatherineburns linkedin.com/in/catherine-burns-054838/ How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling | themoth.org/how-to-tell-a-story Gift idea: A Game of Storytelling: themoth.org/a-game-of-storytelling - an interactive card deck that uses true stories to encourage conversation and spark creativity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join TFTS Premium - Launching this weekMake your message memorable.“Immediately forgettable” — that's how Matthew Dicks describes most of the business communication that he encounters. If you want to be remembered, he says, it's time to tell stories.A veteran elementary school teacher, storytelling coach, and best-selling author, Dicks knows how the right narrative can transform mundane messages into stories that stick. In his book, Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life through the Power of Storytelling, he explores how to capture and hold an audience's attention, which is particularly critical for business leaders. "When we tell a story about a product or service, the people we work with, our company, we become memorable and interesting and entertaining in a way that doesn't happen very often in business," he says.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Dicks and host Matt Abrahams discuss practical techniques for crafting compelling narratives, from setting a scene to creating suspense. “Don't build a building. Don't buy a machine,” he says. Becoming a better storyteller is one of the most effective ways to level up. “It's a crazy thing for businesses,” he says.Episode Reference Links:Matthew DicksMatthew's Book: Storyworthy Ep.50 Telling Good Stories: How to Use the Elements of Narrative to Keep Listeners EngagedEp.47 Quick Thinks: How to Use Storytelling to Be a Better Founder  Connect:Email Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:01) - Why Storytelling Matters in Business (03:37) - The Essence of a Good Story (05:38) - Become a Better Storyteller (07:18) - Using Suspense in Stories (09:24) - Suspense in Business Communication (11:26) - Structuring Stories Like Scenes (13:35) - Relating Stories to Life (16:02) - Homework for Life (18:42) - Storytelling Delivery (19:49) - The Final Three Questions (23:54) - Conclusion

“If you're calling it news. It has to be true.” - Scott Slade In our latest episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, host Trace Blackmore sits down with renowned journalist Scott Slade to delve into the critical role media plays in elections. With over 30 years of experience as the host of Atlanta Morning News on WSB Radio, and inducted into the Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, Scott brings unparalleled expertise and insight into the influence, accuracy, and bias of media as we approach the upcoming presidential election. Key Takeaways from the Episode The Importance of Accuracy in Journalism Scott Slade emphasizes that journalism is the first draft of history, highlighting the paramount importance of accuracy in traditional media. "It's your job to tell a balanced story, "He states, underscoring the responsibility of journalists to provide truthful and comprehensive coverage. Diversifying News Sources Slade advises against relying on a single news source, advocating for a well-rounded media diet. He champions the legitimacy and depth provided by local newspapers and stresses the need to consume news from multiple outlets to avoid the echo chamber effect. Scott advises, "Read a strong daily newspaper or two every day, even if it's online. Listen to more than one radio and TV station, and don't get caught in the echo chamber of ideas." The Dangers of Soundbites In today's fast-paced media landscape, soundbites can easily be taken out of context when there's a sensational sound bite. Scott recommends a thorough approach: "You should try to understand the who, the what, the when, the where, and the how of where that soundbite came from and why it's being used in the story.” He warns against the sensationalism that can arise from these snippets and encourages listeners to seek out the full story to grasp the context and nuances behind the headlines, and reminds us that “It's up to the journalist to make sure you (the audience) understand the context. Social Media as a News Source While social media can be a convenient way to stay informed, Slade cautions against using it as a primary news source due to its potential for inaccuracy. He suggests prioritizing more reliable and vetted sources for critical information. Scott notes, "If I had to give up something, as far as being in the know about what's really going on, I think social media would be the first thing I'd give up. It has great entertainment value but when it comes to making decisions about things where you need to really rely on what's truthful and accurate. It can come up lacking." Factors that Drive Newsworthiness Slade outlines five key news values that attract the most attention: locality, universality, celebrity involvement, conflict, and oddity. Stories that meet these criteria are more likely to engage and inform the public. Scott shares, "If your story can fill one, or even better, more of those slots, it's usually a good one." Media's Influence on Elections The Power of Perception Media has a substantial influence on shaping public perception during elections. Scott explains, "Media can present a perception of someone by what they include and what they leave out." By choosing what to include and what to omit, media outlets can significantly impact voters' views.  Upholding the Founding Fathers' Intent In a thought-provoking discussion, Slade and Blackmore touch on whether modern media upholds the First Amendment's intent. While media's role has evolved, the core responsibility of seeking and reporting truth remains unchanged. Scott remarks, "The society of professional journalists begins with seeking truth and reporting it." Advice for First-Time Voters For first-time voters feeling overwhelmed, Slade offers practical advice: "Preparation is the best remedy for stage fright. Knowledge is power." He encourages young voters to research candidates based on what matters most to them and to avoid the pitfalls of one-sided arguments. Final Thoughts This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricate relationship between media and elections. Scott Slade's insights provide valuable guidance on navigating the complex media landscape, ensuring you stay informed and make well-rounded decisions as we head into the election season.   Listen to the Full Episode Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Scott Slade. Tune in to Scaling UP! H2O and gain a deeper understanding of the media's role in elections. Stay informed, stay engaged, and let's navigate this election season together!   Timestamps 01:00 - Trace Blackmore celebrates 4th of July with our global audience and reflects on historical figure Patrick Henry 08:15 - Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals  18:00 - Getting to know Scott Slade and his career 31:29 - Interview with Scott Slade, unbiased news 01:22:22 - Drop by Drop With James McDonald    Quotes “The earth belongs always to the living generation… Every constitution, then, and every law, naturally expires at the end of 19. years. If it is enforced longer, it is an act of force and not of right.” - Thomas Jefferson  “Journalism is the first draft of history and there is nothing more important than accuracy when it comes to traditional media.” - Scott Slade  “As a journalist, it's your job to tell a balanced story.” - Scott Slade  “Nothing beats the kind of legitimacy that comes from a well-staffed local newspaper. They have the personnel and the time to dig out the details. They go deep on stories that really matter.”  - Scott Slade  “There's nothing more boring than a one-sided argument.” - Scott Slade Connect with Scott Slade Email: slade750@gmail.com Scott's Links Mentioned Pew Research Center Pew's report titled “Americans' Top Policy Priority for 2024: Strengthening the Economy” Georgia Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame Atlanta Journal Constitution News Atlanta's Morning News Google News Associated Press Scaling UP! Links Mentioned Mike Rowe reading Patrick Henry's “Give me liberty, give me death” speech  The the Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics The Hang July 11, 2024 FREE Legionella Resources Page Industrial Water Week 2024 AWT's Ray Baum Memorial Water Treater of the year award The Rising Tide Mastermind Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses Submit a Show Idea AWT (Association of Water Technologies) Books Mentioned White Tigers: My Secret War in North Korea by Ben S. Malcom and Ron Martz The Secret: A Jack Reacher Novel by Lee Child & Andrew Child How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth by The Moth Drop By Drop with James  In today's episode, I have a challenge for you. The challenge is… calculate the softening capacity of your water softener based upon incoming water. Seriously, get a pen and paper or even Excel and calculate it. Does your answer match the actual setpoint on the softener? Why would you want to set the softener lower than the theoretical maximum softening capacity you just calculated? What can impact the functional softening capacity of a water softener? Is it possible for the incoming hard water quality to change over time? How could iron in the incoming water impact softening capacity? Water softeners are more complex than that enclosed vessel you see before you day after day. Learning the nuances of how it works and what can cause it to behave differently will make you a stronger water treater.    2024 Events for Water Professionals Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.  

On today's episode I had the pleasure of talking to Ophira Eisenberg about her journey to becoming a standup comic, parenting and work life balance. Ophira is a Canadian-born standup comedian, writer, and host. She hosted NPR's comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9-years, where she interviewed and played silly games with hundreds of celebrities including Sir Patrick Stewart, Awkwafina, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Handler, Jim Gaffigan, Michael C. Hall, and so many others. As a comic and a parent to a 6-year-old, Ophira is the host of the new comedy podcast Parenting Is A Joke co-produced by iHeart Radio and Pretty Good Friends Productions. The show launches on October 18th. She can be seen live, regularly headlining across the United States, Canada, and Europe delivering her unique blend of standup and storytelling to a loyal fan base of smart, irreverent comedy lovers. She has appeared at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival, The New Yorker Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival, Bumbershoot, The Nantucket Film Festival, Women in Comedy Festival and more. Her new comedy album at special Plant-Based Jokes is available on iTunes and is streaming now on YouTube. Lauded as “hilarious, high risk, and an inspiration,” Ophira filmed her comedy special Inside Joke, when she was 8½ months pregnant. The show's material revolves around how she told everyone that she was never going to have kids, and then unexpectedly found herself expecting at “an advanced maternal age.” Her other comedy albums, Bangs! and As Is She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week at The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. The New York Times called her a skilled comedian and storyteller with “bleakly stylish” humor. She was also selected as one of New York Magazine's “Top 10 Comics that Funny People Find Funny,” and hailed by Forbes.com as one of the most engaging comics working today. Ophira is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in two of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent New York Times Bestseller: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. Ophira's first book, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press), is a comedic memoir about her experiments in the field as a single woman, traveling from futon to futon and flask-to-flask, gathering data, hoping to put it all together and build her own perfect Frankenmate. It was optioned for a feature film. She is also sought after as a brilliant interviewer and moderator, and has interviewed dozens of celebrities, writers, and actors including Neil Gaiman at New York's Town Hall; Jane Curtain, Anne Beatts, Heather Gardner, Sudi Green, Alysia Reiner, Jeanne Tripplehorn, David Crane, Jeffrey Klerik at The Nantucket Film Festival; Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Daniel Levy and Annie Murphy at the 92nd Street Y; and Nell Scovell and Sloane Crosley at The Mark Twain House. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Ophira graduated with a Cultural Anthropology and Theater degree from McGill University. She now lives in Brooklyn, NY where she is a fixture at New York City's comedy clubs including the Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club and Carolines, as well as Brooklyn's famed performance venues The Bell House, Union Hall, and Littlefield. Ophira Eisenberg https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/ophirae https://www.facebook.com/OphiraEisenberg https://twitter.com/OphiraE https://www.tiktok.com/@ophiranyc American gypC Podcast http://americangypc.com https://www.instagram.com/americangypcpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@UCtt0HzXgvNADAOyRarKZFkQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/american-gypc-1940a2231 https://open.spotify.com/show/2stCfDEs5xOY7xMldvZjXo http://luamlee.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/american-gypc/support

Sara Madsen Miller shares her journey from pursuing a business degree to working at Pfizer and eventually becoming the COO of 1820 Productions. She highlights the importance of mentorship and the role it played in her early years. Sara also discusses the challenges she faced leading a team of men and the strategies she used to navigate that space. She emphasizes the significance of creating a strong company culture and how it contributes to the success of 1820 Productions. In this conversation, Sara Madsen Miller, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Producer for 1820 Productions, an Emmy award-winning production company, discusses the unique and encouraging environment her company creates for its clients and employees. She emphasizes the importance of providing opportunities for women and diversity in the television and film industry. Sara also highlights the value of kindness, understanding, and feedback in the workplace, drawing from her own experiences and mentorship. She shares lessons from her mentors and the significance of building a positive reputation. Sara encourages the next generation to promote themselves, seek leadership opportunities, and learn about artificial intelligence. She finds inspiration in work ethic, great stories, and continuous learning. 1820 creatively and strategically helps businesses drive market share and brand awareness by developing visual content to uniquely fit every need. Sara has developed and executive produced hit television shows, compelling documentaries, and prize-winning commercials. Through 1820, she has partnered with large clients like Frito-Lay, Toyota and Mastercard, collaborated with advertising agencies such as GSP, Edelman and The Richards Group as well as created programming content for television networks including ABC, BET and DISCOVERY. 1820's expertise has helped clients win multiple Emmy Awards and Gold Addy Awards. Prior to joining 1820 Productions, Madsen Miller had 14 years of executive leadership with Pfizer Inc. managing portfolios of over $750 million. As a result of her keen management, strategic business approach and communication skills, Sara won numerous leadership and sales awards including the Vice President's Management Club for the top 10% of managers. She received both a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication as well as Business and Public Administration Degree from Drake University and Executive Education from Dartmouth College's Tuck School of Business. Sara's service in the community includes Board Member Dallas Regional Chamber, Board Member AT&T Performing Arts Center Endowment Board, Board Member Housing Forward and Advisory Council for the TWU Jane Nelson Institute for Women's Leadership. She's been honored with a number of civic awards including the Dallas Business Journal Women in Business Award and the American Advertising Federation's Shining Star Award. Madsen Miller lives in Dallas with her husband and best dog ever Zoë. Book Recommendations: Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office, Lois Frankel What Color is My Parachute?, Richard Bolles Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More than They Expect, Will Guidara How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth, Meg Bowles Contact Sara: Website/Social info: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-madsen-miller-8746586/ Instagram: @sara.madsenmiller Company Website:  https://1820productions.com/

Ophira Eisenberg is a standup comedian, writer, and the host of the new comedy podcast Parenting Is A Joke with iHeart Radio and Pretty Good Friends. She also hosted NPR's Ask Me Another, where she interviewed hundreds of celebrities including Sir Patrick Harris, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Awkwafina, Roxanne Gay, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Handle, and more. She's appeared multiple times on CBS's The Late Late Show, Comedy Central, HBO, The New York Festival and is a regular host and teller on The Moth Radio Hour. Her stories are included in three of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. Her memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy was optioned for a television series, and her new comedy special, Plant- Based Jokes is streaming on YouTube. Her solo show, Leaving A Mark: A Comedy About Scars, recently made its Off-Broadway review to rave reviews and won the Women in the Arts & Media Award for Solo Show Scripts. Ophira came back to the SMA for a second time because I adore her, and so she and I could talk very irreverently about motherhood - again. This time we also discussed what it means to be an “aging” woman or mother in your industry - the good, the bad, the ugly.   Listen in to hear Ophira share: Her journey as a stand-up comedian working evenings in NYC who was also a mom and having no other moms around her living that lifestyle What inspired her podcast, Parenting is a Joke What it's like to be working in comedy as a mom in her 50's vs her 20's & 30's The contrast of what is universally experienced for men, vs women comics How she prepares herself to be confident on stage - even if she feels like she's faking The tenacity and resilience she has navigated having been in comedy for decades in an industry that requires constant reinvention Links mentioned: Join my October Retreat for Women Entrepreneurs: Influence & Ignite: Be the CEO and Thought Leader You Were Born to Be: shamelessmom.com/bizretreat Connect with Ophira: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/ Ophira's Podcast: Parenting is a Joke Ophira on IG/Twitter/FB/TikTok: @ophirae We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at sales@adalystmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thank you Ophira for your groan worthy efforts! You can learn more about Ophira through her website: https://www.ophiraeisenberg.com/ Listen to her podcast, Parenting is a Joke, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/parenting-is-a-joke/id1649234901 About Ophira: Ophira Eisenberg is a Canadian-born standup comedian, writer, and host. She hosted NPR's comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9-years, where she interviewed and played silly games with hundreds of celebrities including Sir Patrick Stewart, Awkwafina, Rosie Perez, Yo-Yo Ma, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Chelsea Handler, Jim Gaffigan, Michael C. Hall, and so many others. As a comic and a parent to a 6-year-old, Ophira is the host of the new comedy podcast Parenting Is A Joke co-produced by iHeart Radio and Pretty Good Friends Productions. The show launches on October 18th. She can be seen live, regularly headlining across the United States, Canada, and Europe delivering her unique blend of standup and storytelling to a loyal fan base of smart, irreverent comedy lovers. She has appeared at Montreal's Just for Laughs Festival, The New Yorker Festival, The New York Comedy Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival, Bumbershoot, The Nantucket Film Festival, Women in Comedy Festival and more. Her new comedy album at special Plant-Based Jokes is available on iTunes and is streaming now on YouTube. Lauded as “hilarious, high risk, and an inspiration,” Ophira filmed her comedy special Inside Joke, when she was 8½ months pregnant. The show's material revolves around how she told everyone that she was never going to have kids, and then unexpectedly found herself expecting at “an advanced maternal age.” Her other comedy albums, Bangs! and As Is She has appeared on Comedy Central, This Week at The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, The Late Late Show, The Today Show, and VH-1. The New York Times called her a skilled comedian and storyteller with “bleakly stylish” humor. She was also selected as one of New York Magazine's “Top 10 Comics that Funny People Find Funny,” and hailed by Forbes.com as one of the most engaging comics working today.  Ophira is a regular host and teller with The Moth and her stories have been featured on The Moth Radio Hour and in two of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent New York Times Bestseller: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.  Ophira's first book, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press), is a comedic memoir about her experiments in the field as a single woman, traveling from futon to futon and flask-to-flask, gathering data, hoping to put it all together and build her own perfect Frankenmate. It was optioned for a feature film.  She is also sought after as a brilliant interviewer and moderator, and has interviewed dozens of celebrities, writers, and actors including Neil Gaiman at New York's Town Hall; Jane Curtain, Anne Beatts, Heather Gardner, Sudi Green, Alysia Reiner, Jeanne Tripplehorn, David Crane, Jeffrey Klerik at The Nantucket Film Festival; Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Daniel Levy and Annie Murphy at the 92nd Street Y; and Nell Scovell and Sloane Crosley at The Mark Twain House.  Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Ophira graduated with a Cultural Anthropology and Theater degree from McGill University. She now lives in Brooklyn, NY where she is a fixture at New York City's comedy clubs including the Comedy Cellar, Gotham Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club and Carolines, as well as Brooklyn's famed performance venues The Bell House, Union Hall, and Littlefield. She resides with her husband and son where she can regularly be seen drinking a ton of coffee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a meeting not long ago, at the Chamber of Commerce in Carlsbad, I had the pleasure to hear Andria Taylor give a remarkable presentation. Her discourse, "Once Upon a Time... The Power of Storytelling for Your Business," was both delightful and insightful and I knew it needed a wider audience. And so, I convinced Andria to join me in the studio, to share her wisdom in a professional audio format. Her tale was originally released as an episode on our Imagine Podcasting podcast, complete with a transcript and chapter markers for your convenience. But the power of her message, especially in this era where amplifying women's voices is of paramount importance, convinced me to present it to you again here at What Has My Attention. It's a compact but potent 16-minute episode, a time well spent. If you need to reach out, you'll find me through the contact page on ImaginePodcasting.com https://www.imaginepodcasting.com/contact  Here and now, is “Once Upon a Time…” Imagine a world where your business presentations, your connections, and your sales, all vibrate with the potency of a well-told story. Today, Andria, an expert in the art of storytelling and an exceptional presenter, joins us to demystify the art of powerful storytelling that adds momentum to your business journey. Andria will enlighten us about the magic that a compelling story brings to the business and podcasting world. She'll navigate us through the essential components of a captivating tale and guide us on utilizing our own narratives to make our presentations, connections, and even sales pitches more resonant. Whether you're a podcaster, an entrepreneur, or just someone looking to make a meaningful impact, Andria's insights are a priceless resource. Don't let this opportunity slip by, and make sure to check the show notes for links to every resource discussed during our conversation. Contact Andria Andria Taylor, M.Ed. Chief Talent Officer www.TalentXponential.com “Sell with a Story” by Paul Smith How to Capture Attention, Build Trust, and Close the SaleTell Your Story Paul Smith podcast Sale with a Story (Apple Podcasts). Paul Smith podcast Lead with a Story (Apple Podcasts). Other Storytelling Resources Your Brain on Storytelling: Why We Love Narrative Elearning Forbes, May 2022,  Andrew Fayad, CEO of ELM Learning  The Ultimate Guide to Storytelling Learn how to develop your storytelling skills to elevate your brand and connect to your audience, Allie Decker, HubSpot  The 5 Common Elements of Good Storytelling, Everything can be a story -- you've just got to tell it, PAUL JARVIS, Author and Designer  The Moth, an organization and podcast dedicated to teaching and promoting the craft of storytelling. Sarah Austin Jenness is co-author of How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth Produced by ImaginePodcasting.com dba Heard Not Seen Media, Inc. Podsafe Music Credits: Shine All Night by AudioStock and Motion Array Royalty-Free Music. Dope Digging by Martijn de Boer (NiGiD) Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (3.0) license

5x15 and renowned nonprofit The Moth present a night of stories, inspired by the New York Times Bestselling book, How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. Join us for an evening of true stories from two Moth speakers, storyteller interviews, and tips from some of the authors from the book, including Moth Directors Catherine Burns, Meg Bowles, and Kate Tellers. Hosted by poet, playwright, author, and Moth Storyteller Jon Goode. With thanks for your support for 5x15 Learn more about 5x15 events: 5x15stories.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/5x15stories Facebook: www.facebook.com/5x15stories Instagram: www.instagram.com/5x15stories

We have Don Colliver with us today. Don teaches popular public speaking courses internally at Google and around the world and speaks professionally for Fortune 500 companies including Adobe, Cisco, and Medtronic. He has performed with the Blue Man Group, toured internationally as a theatrical Google clown for contemporary circus Spiegel World, and is listed in the Cirque du Soleil performer database. In this episode, Don discusses how graphic design can be taken into account when creating engaging corporate events. He shares four ways that graphic designers can engage their audiences: by acknowledging something the audience is doing; breaking the fourth wall; providing helpful information; and reaching milestones on platforms such as Apple podcasts or Spotify. Tune in to this episode and learn about the art and impact of public speaking! Highlights: (01:28) What it's like performing with the Blue Man Group (03:35) ​​ What public speaking courses are Googlers taking? (04:50) How has Don's clown experience impacted his approach to public speaking more specifically? (07:04) What things is Don looking for before choosing to do a course? (08:45) Why is transformational public speaking impactful? (16:38) How do people get into public speaking classes? (19:45) How can trade show marketers or internal corporate marketing departments find superstar tradeshow speakers? (21:43) What are some ways that people within the same booth space can encourage audience engagement? (24:06) Don's experience in a book reading at the NewNow Creative Event and Community Center California Links: Connect with Don: Don's Book: Wink: Transforming Public Speaking with Clown Presence: Colliver, Don: 9798986276731: Amazon.com: Books Website: doncolliver.com LinkedIn: Don Colliver - Instructional Designer and Facilitator - GoogleArts | LinkedIn Twitter: Don Colliver (@doncolliver) / Twitter Connect with Yanique: Podcast www.facebook.com/groups/eventist365/ https://twitter.com/eventist365 https://www.instagram.com/eventist365/ Host https://www.facebook.com/MissYaniDoesStuff/ https://twitter.com/YaniDoesStuff https://www.instagram.com/YaniDoesStuff/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ydacosta/ Graphic Design Firm for Corporate Events: https://www.facebook.com/TheYKMD https://twitter.com/theYKMD https://instagram.com/theYKMD https://www.linkedin.com/company/ykmd/z Graphic Design Firm Websites: Books mentioned: How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth

In yesterday's podcast, I advocated telling stories to help people connect with your book, your own story, and your cause. The best way to get readers to share your book with other people is tell them stories.People don't always remember the facts and stats and lists from your book, but they will always remember the stories you tell that make them laugh, or make them think, or make them cry. Those are the stories they will share when they tell people about your book.Want to learn how to tell better stories, check out How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. This New York Times bestseller is a detailed guide on how to tell an unforgettable story.Here are just a few of the ways you can benefit by learning how to tell better stories:Deliver the perfect wedding or event toast.Share great stories during your speaking engagements.Incorporate stories into your books for more impact.Wow clients at a business dinner or Zoom conference.Give a moving eulogy or an inspirational introduction.Ace a job interview.Connect more deeply with those around you or new people you meet.Entertain and inform more effectively when being interviewed on podcasts.Here are a few storytelling tips shared by the authors of How to Tell a Story:Every story needs stakes (why people should care about your story).Change is vital. Transformation is key to a great story that people will remember. Change can happen when you learn something new or when you break an old habit.Think cinematically. Show people your story. Draw a picture so your story comes alive.Don't leave out the details. But don't overload with dates, names, or other gratuitous facts.Focus on the turning point in your story. Be honest and speak the truth. Let people know what you learned from the experience.Leave on a high note. Don't let your story fizzle out. Let it end with enthusiasm, rooted in the change you experienced.Note: The best stories are based on your experience or on how you learn from your observations gained from other people's stories.True to its title, How to Tell a Story is a wonderfully practical and thoughtful guide to turning your own experiences and epiphanies into engaging tales. The book is very Moth-centric—‘Moth stories are true and told out loud, in the first person'—but there's also advice about telling stories during job interviews, business presentations and toasts. Everything here could be easily adapted by classroom teachers or (one can hope) by relatives you see once a year at Thanksgiving.” — Washington PostBook Marketing Success is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Website: https://www.bookmarketingbestsellers.comBook me as a podcast guest or be a guest for my podcast. Connect here: https://www.matchmaker.fm/podcast-guest/john-kremer-bd46ecAsk me a question and I'll answer back with a video: https://snipfeed.co/bookmarketing/shoutouts/U2hvdXRvdXQ6NjIxZjBmNDFkNTVjODUwMDIzZWQxMzk5Start your own Substack newsletter and podcast. Learn more here: https://substack.com/refer/johnkremer This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bookmarketing.substack.com/subscribe

This week we're talking about how to use less water in the garden. We are still in drought conditions here in west central Missouri, it was a hard gardening year for sure, but I also know when I lived in northern California that water conservation was always a topic of discussion and that was 30 years ago. Many of you live in areas where water is just naturally scarce, and restrictions are always in place. So how do we, as gardeners, balance a need to grow our own food and in some instances food for others with the need to use less of a very precious resource. We'll talk about tips, tricks, and techniques to keep your garden growing with less water input from the gardener. On that same note, the question of the week involves choosing drought-tolerant varieties of plants and whether or not that benefit has any drawbacks, specifically how well the plant is then able to tolerate very wet conditions. So, if your garden is full of drought-tolerant plants and you're suddenly inundated with several days of rain are you sunk? And in the DRL, it's serious freeze protection, the Moth, and a flashback to the 80s. Let's dig in! Resources: Book: “How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth” Soil Texture Analysis “The Jar Test” | Home & Garden Information Center (clemson.edu) 80's Pop Playlist on Spotify Ep. 108 - Basics of Saving Seeds Get a Free Bloom Juice from Elm Dirt: Use Code JustGrow Just Grow Something Gardening Friends Facebook Group Check out how you can become a patron on Patreon Follow me on Instagram JustGrowSomethingPodcast.com Merchandise | Just Grow Something Positively Farming Media Podcast Playlist on Spotify --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justgrowsomething/message

OPHIRA EISENBERG (NPR, THE MOTH) TO HOST NEW IHEARTPODCAST "PARENTING IS A JOKE" PREMIERES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18Guests include Jessi Klein, Roy Wood Jr., Eugene Mirman, Chuck Bryant, Chris Gethard, Catherine Reitman, Dr. Emily Oster and more.Parents are overwhelmed AF and could use a laugh. Join comedian host Ophira Eisenberg as she talks to your favorite celebrity comics and actors about their careers and their kids as well as teen angst, Nietzche, workaholism, being ok with not being cool anymore, eating sticks, and debating whether or not kids should watch The Godfather. Guests include Emmy-award winner Jessi Klein, stand-up comedian Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show), Eugene Mirman (Bob's Burgers), Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), Chuck Bryant (Stuff You Should Know), Chris Gethard, Dr. Emily Oster and more.Parenting is a Joke is produced by Pretty Good Friends and iHeart Podcasts and is available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard. New episodes every Tuesday.Episodes here: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-parenting-is-a-joke-102629737/OPHIRA EISENBERG BIOOphira Eisenberg is a standup comedian, writer and host. She has appeared multiple times on CBS's The Late Late Show as well as on Comedy Central, This Week At The Comedy Cellar, Kevin Hart's LOL Network, , HBO's Girls, Gotham Live, Hulu's Up Early Tonight, The Today Show and featured at The New Yorker Festival.She hosted NPR's national comedy trivia show Ask Me Another for 9 years, where she interviewed and played silly games with over 300 celebrities, including Sir Patrick Harris, Rosie Perez, Yo -Yo Ma, Chelsea Handler, Awkwafina, Roxanne Gay, Bob The Drag Queen, Nick Kroll, Matthew McConaughey and more.She is a regular host and teller on The Moth Radio Hour. Her stories are included in three of The Moth's best-selling collections, including the most recent: How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.Ophira's own comedic memoir, Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy, was optioned for a television series. Her comedy special Inside Joke is available on Amazon, and her new comedy album and special Plant-Based Jokes is available through 800 Pound Gorilla Records, and streaming on YouTube.

This week on ‘The Write Question,' Lauren chats with the Senior Director and co-host of ‘The Moth Radio Hour,' Meg Bowles. Bowles was one of five co-authors of ‘How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth' (Crown Publishing Group).

This week on ‘The Write Question,' Lauren chats with the Senior Director and co-host of ‘The Moth Radio Hour,' Meg Bowles. Bowles was one of five co-authors of ‘How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth' (Crown Publishing Group).

This week, we hear standup and a story from Meg Ferrill. Plus, we examine the links between comedy and storytelling. If you want to learn more about storytelling, pick up our book “How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.” This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers. Storytellers: Meg Ferrill Interviewed Comedians: Meg Ferrill Ophira Eisenberg Hari Kondabolu Mike Birbiglia

Did you ever wish you could be that person who captivated a room, a gathering, an audience, a date with a story that cast a spell, moved them deeply, then left you both more connected and alive? Transformed even? Yeah, you're not alone. We all live lives filled with stories worth telling, but so often we don't realize it. And few of us know “how” to tell those stories in a way that brings others in close, then leaves them changed. Most just think it's a God-given ability. But, what if it wasn't? What if it was a skill anyone - including you - could learn? Would you want that? My guest today, Catherine Burns, believes it is. And, if there's anyone I'd believe, it's her. Catherine is the long-time Artistic Director at The Moth, the global phenomenon dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. In our conversation today, you'll hear us dive into many of the ideas, tips, and strategies from her newest book, How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth, which she co-wrote with fellow The Moth directors, Meg Bowles and Jenifer Hixson. If you've ever wondered why we care so much about stories in the first place or what elements make for a good story, you're in for a treat in this episode because Catherine and I dive deeper into the art of storytelling and what it takes for anyone, and we mean anyone, to craft a story worth listening to. You can find Catherine at: Website | The Moth Instagram | TwitterIf you LOVED this episode you'll also love the conversations we had with Zoe Chance about language, stories, and influence.Check out our offerings & partners: My New Book SparkedMy New Podcast SPARKEDVisit Our Sponsor Page For a Complete List of Vanity URLs & Discount Codes.IKEA: Find affordable furniture and home goods at IKEA! Discover furnishings and inspiration to create a better life at home. And now sign up for IKEA Family for free and save 5% in-store on eligible purchases. Every visit. Every day! Explore even more new benefits at IKEA-USA.com/Family. Offer valid starting 9/1/2022. Limited to qualifying purchases, exclusions apply. Not valid on services. Discount applied in-store only, before tax, shipping, and handling. Cannot be combined with coupons. Visit IKEA-USA.com/Family for more details.Amazon: Earth's biggest selection of books, electronics, apparel & more at low prices. Get a head start on your holiday shopping this season, and shop legendary deals at Amazon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Inspiring.... [This book] provides everything readers need to share their own personal narratives." -- Booklist

Come along to one of my free events in SeptemberWe all tell stories all of the time, but what makes a magical, memorable story? What pitfalls should we avoid? This was an issue that I was thinking about. Presentations are stories, and we deliver presentations every day.In my own investigation I found real value in the book by the storytelling organisation The Moth. I was beyond excited when I saw they were releasing a UK edition of the book. One of the authors Kate Tellers joins me to discuss The Moth's approach to making memorable stories. Kate is a senior director at The Moth, helping people transform into storytellers. But she explains something even more valuable, of how The Moth run workshops that allow colleagues to better connect with each other by sharing their stories with each other. How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The MothCarolyn Martin's story about becoming a Catholic Sister (such a beautiful story)Josh Broder's story about being an extra in a huge film (this is incredible)Kate's own Moth stories are here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Yuliana today is Kate Tellers, a staff member of The Moth and a co-author of How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling. Kate shares her phoenix tale today of how she lost her mother at the young age of 28 and how this shaped her life. She shares how lessons she learned from her mom set her on the path to storytelling and how these lessons continue to echo even today. Kate recounts how her life experienced a redirection following the death of her mother, and also about her final moment with her mother with whom she had a close relationship. Talking about grief, Kate describes it as nonlinear and how she honors her mom. She also describes her relationship with her children as being influenced by losing her own mother and goes on to discuss discovering storytelling after her mom's death and the importance of storytelling in our lives. The episode ends with Kate sharing the one song that resonates with her life - a song about how life can be bittersweet. Episode Highlights: The challenging event that redirected the course of Kate's life How the death of her mother shaped Kate's college years The final moments Handling the grief Kate's special ritual to honor her mom How losing her mom at a young age impacts Kate's relationship with her children Getting into storytelling Observing as a storyteller and still living in the present Kate talks about her new book The one song that resonates with Kate's life Quotes: “She went very fast. She just went from like a healthy person swimming laps, who happens to have cancer to a person that was no longer alive.” “What I learned most about losing my mother, like the greatest grief I've ever experienced, is that it's so nonlinear.” “I'm the mom that rolls on the floor with the kids. I mom so freaking hard because I have such respect for the relationship that you get and the form and the connection you can build with your children.” “When you tell a story about someone, you bring them alive. You bring them to the forefront of your mind and anyone who's listening, and that's magic to me .” “I am so invested in creating present moments with my kids. I just want to imprint myself on their tiny brains.” “Having a story brain forces me to laser focus in a way. I could be on the subway, and also rescheduling my appointment with my dermatologist while I'm listening to a podcast and looking out the window, remembering the time I went on a date at that restaurant.” “The true nature of life is that you can have great beauty and great sadness that sit aside each other.” “That Barbra Streisand version of ‘The Shadow of Your Smile'...my mother had a really, she had a huge smile. She just left her mark on you. She was the one at a party that found the quiet person in the corner and you would find them, like, laughing with their heads back ten minutes later, you know. She left a mark.” Links: https://www.yulianakimgrant.com/phoenix-tales (Phoenix Tales Homepage) https://www.instagram.com/yulianakimgrantofficial/ (Phoenix Tales on Instagram) https://open.spotify.com/show/1heIpPMsG6HbXXIDLmAnEe (Phoenix Tales on Spotify) https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=322043276201679 (Phoenix Tales on Facebook) https://www.amazon.com/How-Tell-Story-Essential-Storytelling/dp/0593139003 (How to Tell a Story) https://www.instagram.com/thekatetellers/ (Kate Tellers Instagram)

I came to storytelling from a love of local business and their owners in Richmond, Virginia. First, I loved their products, from biscuits to T-shirts to local moonshine. And once I got to know these businesses and their owners, I wanted to shout their stories from the rooftops. I wanted the whole world, or at least the people in my city, to know about them and spend their dollars there.These startups and small businesses made me proud of my community. So I told their stories in every way I could. I posted about them on social media. I told my friends about them. I wrote blog posts and articles.I was celebrating these small businesses in every possible way, but I never called it storytelling. It was just something I did.So let this be the first rule of storytelling and ecosystem building: It doesn't have to be hard.If you tell your friends about your favorite local businesses or you post about them on social media, you are already telling their stories; you're just not thinking about it that way.In today's Summer Skill Session, I want to introduce you to my five-step approach to telling meaningful stories about your ecosystem.If you tell your friends about your favorite local businesses or you post about them on social media, you are already telling their stories.  You're just not thinking about it that way. Listen to the full episode to hear: Five key aspects to consider when building your storytelling strategy Why keeping it simple will help you keep it consistent How to set the tone for your stories so that they acknowledge what's hard, while staying hopeful Five tips for successful storytelling Learn More About Anika Horn: Website: www.socialventurers.com  Instagram: SocialVenturers Newsletter: Sign up for Impact Curator Resources: @FindLocalRVA on Instagram Manifesto for a Moral Revolution: Practices to Build a Better World, Jacqueline Novogratz Isaac Jeffries on consistent content creation How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from the Moth Unsung Heroes of Ecosystem Building (campaign)

In this episode of On Brand, Donny sits down with print journalist for The Atlantic, and former chief national correspondent for The New York Times Magazine, Mark Leibovich. Together they dive into Mark's writing process, masculinity in politics, and why the Trump Hotel was the perfect backdrop for Mark's most recent book, Thank You for Your Servitude: Donald Trump and the Price of Submission. The duo also discusses the commonalities between the NFL and Washington and how Mark feels about the upcoming midterms. Additionally, Donny starts off with his weekly "ups" and "downs," naming Pete Buttigieg, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Will Smith, and Gen Z in this week's Brands of the Week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art! You can paint it, you can speak it, you can also sell it. Everette Taylor, CMO for Artsy, explains they have simplified investing in fine art for both the artist and buyer and how passing on a job at Chick-Fil-A led him to this place. Is a penis piercing art? @Rod4Short details (too much detail) his quest to get one as a youth and how the art of poetry has landed some rappers with a RICO charge. Journalists and storytellers Alexis K. Barton and Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika from the award-winning storytelling outlet 'The Moth' break down the book "How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling" and how the art of storytelling can help you stand out in your job or a job interview. Ohio-based artist Hakim (HakimsArtNStuff.com) breaks down the differences between a mural that could get you applause and street art that could get you arrested and how he and other artists use social media to evolve their craft, even during a global pandemic. This episode of Roy's Job Fair is brought to you by Sackleson State Community College, the only college for good-looking people. Please do not apply if you are less than an 8.  Watch all Roy Wood Jr Comedy Specials NOW available on iTunes and streaming NOW on Paramount+ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the past twenty-five years, the directors of The Moth have worked with people from all walks of life to develop true personal stories that have moved and delighted live audiences and listeners of The Moth's Peabody Award–winning radio hour and podcast. A leader in the modern storytelling movement, The Moth inspires thousands of people around the globe to share their stories each year. Now, with "How to Tell a Story," The Moth helps readers learn how to uncover and craft their own unique stories.

Vick Mickunas speaks with a Moth director and one of the co-authors of this book, Jenifer Hixson.

It's the 25th anniversary of the storytelling podcast and public radio show, The Moth! Over those past 25 years, the production team have become experts on the best ways to tell a story, and how to recognize a great story when you hear one. As a result, they wrote a book about it! Catherine Burns, artistic director of The Moth and Sarah Austin Jenness, the show's executive producer, join us to discuss the book, How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth, and take calls from listeners.

In this episode, we get excited about two new book releases: 'Woman, Eating' by Claire Kohda and 'How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from the Moth.' Then we are thoroughly charmed by artist David Bird's whimsical figurines and photos. BOOKS Woman, Eating by Claire Kohda - https://bookshop.org/a/1240/9780063140882 How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from the Moth - https://bookshop.org/a/1240/9780593139004 DISTRACTION OF THE WEEK Watch David Bird's process and hear the stories behind his Becorns at his [official website - https://www.davidmbird.com Follow David Bird on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidmbird See what happened when a squirrel decided to enjoy a Becorn as an afternoon snack - https://youtu.be/LfQhurh7wuk). The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can follow us at: Our web site at Strong Sense of Place Patreon Twitter  Instagram Facebook YouTube

This week, Liberty and Patricia discuss Nettle & Bone, Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend, Kaikeyi, and more great books. Follow All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book. And sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. BOOKS DISCUSSED ON THE SHOW: This Wicked Fate (This Poison Heart, 2) by Kalynn Bayron Dreams Bigger Than Heartbreak (Unstoppable Book 2) by Charlie Jane Anders The Bone Shard Daughter (The Drowning Empire Book 1) by Andrea Stewart Realm Breaker by Victoria Aveyard Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher (The Twisted Ones, The Hollow Places, A Wizard's Guide To Defensive Baking, Dragonbreath, What Moves the Dead ) Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend by Katie Zhao Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel (Sexism and misogyny, violence and death, loss of a loved one, partner abuse) Circe by Madeline Miller Ariadne by Jennifer Saint The Witch's Heart by Genevieve Gornichec Daughter of the Moon Goddess (Celestial Kingdom Book 1) by Sue Lynn Tan She Who Became the Sun (Radiant Emperor) by Shelley Parker-Chan How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing by KC Davis The Children on the Hill by Jennifer McMahon (The Winter People, The Night Sister, The Invited) I'm Waiting For You and Other Stories by Kim Bo-Young Meet Me in Another Life by Catriona Silvey (April 27 and December 14, 2021 shows) The Last Days of the Dinosaurs: An Asteroid, Extinction, and the Beginning of Our World by Riley Black How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth by Meg Bowles, Catherine Burns, Jenifer Hixon, Sarah Austin Jenness, and Kate Tellers Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay by Liz Fosslien & Mollie West Duffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter. Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuH This week's theme is Stories of Indelible Women. The curator is Kate Tellers, a senior director at The Moth and a co-author of their new book, How To Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth. EarBuds is celebrating The Moth's 25th anniversary with this list!Why did Kate choose this theme? "One of my favorite things about listening to podcasts (and stories in general) is that they give us the opportunity to meet people and go to places with them we wouldn't have gotten to otherwise. I love peeking into other people's worlds. As a woman, stories about other women stick with me.”Thank you to this week's first EarBuds sponsor, Focusrite:Podcasting can be full of daunting concepts like gain staging and signal chains and waveform degrundulating (did you notice that we made that last one up?) Skip the jargon and be your best creative self with an audio interface from Focusrite. Learn more at https://focusrite.com/en. This week, we are also sponsored by LWC Studios: LWC Studios just launched a new show, How to Talk to High [Achievers] About Anything,and they need you! LWC Studios is interviewing Black and brown professionals about their triumphs — and where they sometimes still trip up. They want to speak with folks achieving new heights, either in their personal or professional lives, and who are looking for ways to keep leveling up.If this is you, or someone you know, please contact producer Virginia Lora at virginia@lwcstudios.com to talk about scheduling an interview. Learn about the show: https://www.talktohighachievers.com/Links mentioned in this episode:The Moth: https://themoth.org/ Secretly Y'all: https://www.secretlyall.org/ The Moth's new book, How To Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth: https://themoth.org/how-to-tell-a-story Say hi in to us on Goodpods: https://www.goodpods.com/ Mid-Week Mini List on Cannabis: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/blog/best-podcasts-to-celebrate-420-cannabis Mid-Week Mini List on Climate & Environmental Activism:Earth Day Playlist on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/articles/listicles/earth-day-podcast-playlist PRX: https://www.prx.org/ - Amy Westervelt's podcast picks on climate change: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/blog/climate-change-podcast-recommendations Find this week's podcast recommendation list here: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/stories-of-indelible-women-podcast-recommendations-the-moth Here are this week's podcast picks from Kate:- Uncivil- Sweet Bobby- Snap Judgement- The Just Enough Family- The MothThis week's spotlight is “What Could Go Right?”Description: What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we're on the cusp of a better world? Every week on What Could Go Right?, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas show why pessimism and despair are too easy a response to the world's challenges. Listen in as they discuss the central issues of our era — including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy — and make the case for a brighter future.Listen: https://theprogressnetwork.org/podcast/ _____Apply to have your podcast spotlit: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/podcast-spotlightsEarBuds Blog: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/blogCurate a list here: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/earbuds-podcast-curators-formFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EarbudsPodColFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/earbudspodcastcollectiveFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earbudspodcastcollective/Website: https://www.earbudspodcastcollective.org/Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/user/earbuds-podcast-collective

Usually, when a moth enters your home it's annoying.  They're not dangerous or unsanitary, they're just annoying.  Not this time.  This moth tells stories.  It's also an organization, not a literal moth.  The opposable thumbs and human brain really help when writing a book.  They also help when telling stories in an interesting way, which is what this book is all about.  We all know someone who really likes telling people what happened to them but is absolutely awful at it.  It is a moral imperative to help these people to stop saying "like, um" every other word when talking.  Perhaps this book could remedy that. How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth - amzn.to/3v9GkiW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we feature a story about an eventful party conference in Australia. Plus, we take a look at our new book: “How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth.“ This episode is hosted by Kate Tellers. Host: Kate Tellers Storytellers: Kathryn Bendall

How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth by The Moth, Meg Bowles, Catherine Burns, Jenifer Hixson, Sarah Austin Jenness, Kate Tellers Over the past twenty-five years, the directors of The Moth have worked with people from all walks of life—including astronauts, hairdressers, rock stars, a retired pickpocket, high school students, and Nobel Prize winners—to develop true personal stories that have moved and delighted live audiences and listeners of The Moth's Peabody Award–winning radio hour and podcast. A leader in the modern storytelling movement, The Moth inspires thousands of people around the globe to share their stories each year. Now, with How to Tell a Story, The Moth will help you learn how to uncover and craft your own unique stories, like Moth storytellers Mike Birbiglia, Rosanne Cash, Neil Gaiman, Elizabeth Gilbert, Padma Lakshmi, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, Hasan Minhaj, Tig Notaro, Boots Riley, Betty Reid Soskin, John Turturro, and more. Whether your goal is to make it to the Moth stage, deliver the perfect wedding toast, wow clients at a business dinner, give a moving eulogy, ace a job interview, be a hit at parties, change the world, or simply connect more deeply to those around you, stories are essential. Sharing secrets of The Moth's time-honed process and using examples from beloved storytellers, a team of Moth directors will show you how to • mine your memories for your best stories • explore structures that will boost the impact of your story • deliver your stories with confidence • tailor your stories for any occasion Filled with empowering, easy-to-follow tips for crafting stories that forge lasting bonds with friends, family, and colleagues alike, this book will help you connect authentically with the world around you and unleash the power of story in your life.

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #48: Dark Adult Non-Fiction Books Coming Out April 2022 Show Notes: (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) Stalking the Atomic City: Life Among the Decadent and the Depraved of Chornobyl, by Markiyan Kamysh (April 5) https://amzn.to/3D55kKt   100 American Horror Films (BFI Screen Guides), by Barry Keith Grant (Author) – April 28, 2022 https://amzn.to/3t9hBdG   Bloody Women: Women Directors of Horror (Critical Conversations in Horror Studies), by Victoria McCollum – April 8, 2022 https://amzn.to/3i6jCkI   YOKAI, by Koichi Yumoto (Author) – April 5, 2022 https://amzn.to/3vZDY7g   The Vampire: Origins of a European Myth, by Thomas M. Bohn (Author) – April 8, 2022 https://amzn.to/36hjvjN   How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth, by by The Moth  (Author), Meg Bowles (Author) – April 26, 2022 https://amzn.to/351W0e2   Woodland Wardens: A 52-Card Oracle Deck & Guidebook, by Jessica Roux  (Author) – April 5, 2022 https://amzn.to/3N4pSYt

On this week's show, we have the honor of speaking with Sarah Austin Jenness and Thorn Jenness. Sarah is the Executive Producer of The Moth, a global arts organization, dedicated to the art and craft of personal storytelling, and Thorn, her father, who has dedicated his career to Human Resources. They join us to discuss Sarah's mother and Thorn's wife, Maureen, who passed away after battling an aggressive cancer in 2016. They talk with us about who Maureen was as a wife, mother, educator, and member of the community, as well as her love for cooking. We explore the importance of storytelling as a means to navigate grief and loss, and how new rituals can help to keep those we lost close to us. This was an incredible episode, and we were truly touched by how this family unit dealt with such an unimaginable loss. Please tune into The Moth Radio Hour for incredible personal stories from the people who lived them. The Moth is releasing their first book, How To Tell A Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling from The Moth, published by Crown and debuting on April 26, 2022, in honor of The Moth's 25th anniversary year. The pre-sales have begun! Thank you so much to Sarah and Thorn for joint us and sharing your story with us and our listeners.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Processing by becoming a member!Processing is Powered by Simplecast.

I am gleeful and proud to introduce you to one of my very best friends and today's guest on the podcast, Kate Tellers. The Wall Street Journal calls her “a storytelling guru.”  Kate is on the leadership team at The Moth – one of the preeminent storytelling organizations in this country – she travels the globe to teach the art of storytelling. Isn't that so cool?!? Her past clients include some of the brightest non-profits in changemaking: International Women's Forum, Kellogg Foundation, Ashoka, and Melinda Gates, as well as companies like Spotify, Google, and the U.S. State Department. There are a buttload of reasons why a big company like Nike would pair with The Moth to incorporate storytelling into their brand, but the big takeaway for Brian Breaks Character listeners: Storytelling can drive the bottom line for profit and impact. I believe all creativity is storytelling and I believe this episode is one of our very best. Kate does not hold back in this masterclass in storytelling:    Surprise! Your aim in storytelling isn't to entertain, but to get the truth in your story Your story matters, no matter what… but it's gotta matter to you (my Agent Goals students know this all too well!) Bring a strong POV or no one cares, no one cares Kate walks us through her 3-step process to prep before telling a story or hosting a show How to get involved... there's probs a Moth StorySlam near you!   Storytelling is the heart of what we do as creatives and I just know this intimate and honest conversation will inspire you (oooooooooh, and listen til the very end to hear some off-the-record Kate-n-Brian chit chat that will def make you LOL) Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character!   If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.   Want to learn more? If you're an actor and your goal is to have a fabulous representation, come watch Make Agents Want You for free (https://www.makeagentswantyou.com). That way, you can get off the hamster wheel of reaching out and focus on the acting you were born to do. CONNECT WITH KATE Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thekatetellers/ Website https://themoth.org/stories/but-also-bring-cheese How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide for Memorable Storytelling from The Moth - Pre-Order Now: https://themoth.org/how-to-tell-a-story?   Subscribe To The Podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1570747490?to=page   Watch The Uncut Behind-the-scenes Video Of This Episode On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianpatacca   Need New Representation? Get In On This Free Training: https://makeagentswantyou.com   Follow Me On Instagram For A First-look At Our Guests And Upcoming Episodes! https://www.instagram.com/briansaysthat   Episode Transcript https://brianbreakscharacter.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/EP25+-+Kate+Tellers+-+Transcript.pdf

The AGC Experience podcast features our AGC Talks speakers sharing their message in an audio podcast that you can listen to from anywhere. Listen in to our recent AGC Talks featured guest.    Listen as Jennie Edwards shares a motivational talk 3 Keys to Building Trust through Memorable Storytelling with AGC California April 2021.  Learn how to build trust and connect emotionally/ vulnerably through storytelling, for on-camera marketing through social media, in-person networking events and on zoom virtual events. Learn to be more memorable and in alignment with the values of your perspective audience.  Learning Objectives: Understand what stories to share to align with your personal branding Gain clarity for the 9 Gates of Customer Commitment Study the Heros Journey to infuse more transformation and vulnerability into your marketing with videos, stage speaking and in-person networking  Speaker Bio: Jennie Edwards, photographer/ videographer, helps entrepreneurs share their message to make bigger impact in the world. She teaches how to show up confidently and vulnerably, in alignment with their values. Since 2007, Jennie has run a successful business empowering clients to grow their audience, connect authentically and drive sales.  AGC Accelerated Global Connections is a business networking organization that helps connect business professionals globally through in person networking, motivational talks, and online social profiles. To learn more about AGC and membership in this growing organization.  Visit https://www.joinagc.com/