Podcasts about Storytelling

"Know your stuff, practice, and then just do it and be there."How do you explain complex ideas without losing your audience? The challenge isn't knowing more—it's helping others understand. For Marketplace host Kai Ryssdal, great communication comes from making difficult topics accessible while holding people's attention. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Ryssdal joins Matt Abrahams to discuss how to simplify complex information without oversimplifying it, conduct interviews that feel like genuine conversations, and communicate with confidence under pressure. From asking better questions to earning your audience's trust, Ryssdal shares practical techniques for staying present when the stakes are high.Key Takeaways:Complex ideas become powerful when they're easy to understand. Great communicators don't just share information—they translate it into clear, engaging messages that help others learn without sacrificing nuance.Preparation gives you the freedom to be present. The more thoroughly you prepare, the easier it becomes to listen, adapt, and communicate with confidence when the conversation takes an unexpected turn.Activity:Rewrite for clarity. Take an email, presentation, or document you've already written and revise it for someone with no background in the topic. Remove jargon, simplify explanations, and make sure every sentence helps your audience understand your message.Episode Reference Links:Kai RyssdalEp.220 Prep Like a Pro: Communication Confidence, Clarity, and Comedy Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:59) - Making Complex Ideas Clear (02:24) - Find Your Communication Rhythm (03:30) - Keeping People Listening (04:38) - Better Introductions (05:50) - More Conversational Interviews (08:49) - Getting Conversations Back on Track (10:23) - Communicating Through Uncertainty (12:23) - Managing Speaking Anxiety (14:22) - Recovering from Mistakes (15:39) - Staying Curious (16:42) - When Your Mind Goes Blank (18:05) - The Final Three Questions (21:35) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.With LinkedIn Hiring Pro, you can hire with confidence, knowing you're getting the best talent for your needs. Get started by posting your job for free at linkedin.com/fast

What separates elite performers from everyone else isn't skill, strategy, or preparation. It's psychology. Collin Henderson knows this firsthand. A former Division I wide receiver at Washington State University, seven-time author, and host of the Master Your Mindset podcast, Collin has spent his career cracking the code on peak performance — training number one NBA draft picks, Heisman football finalists, and top sales teams at Nike, Amazon, Salesforce, and Alaska Airlines. His new book, The Oz Method: Psychological Secrets of Influence for Sales, Leadership, and Life (IdeaPress, 2026), delivers a parable-driven framework inspired by L. Frank Baum's classic — and it just might change the way you sell, lead, and communicate forever. In this episode of the Business of Story, Collin reveals why sales psychology beats sales strategy every time. We unpack his five-part story framework — Set the Scene, Establish the Challenge, The Growth Journey, Face Your Fear, Resolution — and explore why the brain is hardwired to respond to problems before solutions. Collin also shares why your identity is the hidden ceiling on your performance, how "trauma, drama, daddy and mama" shapes the way high achievers either freeze or fly under pressure, and why boring will put you out of business faster than any competitor. This is a masterclass in the psychology of influence, the neuroscience of storytelling, and the courage it takes to communicate when the moment gets biggest. What you'll discover in this episode: The five-part story framework every seller, leader, and communicator needs to master. Why psychological readiness trumps preparation in high-stakes moments. How to close the gap between what your team can do and what they actually deliver Connect with Collin Henderson at thecolinhenderson.com and on LinkedIn and Instagram @ColinHendersonCoach. Find The Oz Method wherever books are sold. Learn more about the Business of Story at businessofstory.com.

Like it or loathe it, social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. That's the topic sociologist and journalist Kathryn Jezer-Morton grapples with in her new book, The Story of Your Life: Social Media, Storytelling and the Branding of Everyday Life, in which she attempts to uncover the deeper truths about how what we see and share on social media is rewriting the ways we make sense of our everyday experiences. Jen chats to Kathryn about the book, the concept of personal branding, what's an overshare in millennial terms and how that compares to today's youth, and whether three glasses of wine are actually likely to ruin anyone's life for three days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with the final Motivate Your Monday episode and your host, Diane Wyzga. As you know, the ending of every story holds the beginning of a new one. I'm retiring 60 Seconds and Motivate Your Monday episodes. Instead of ending these changes are evolving to Begin Anew. I launched my podcast, Stories From Women Who Walk in April 2020 as a platform for conversations with women who were walking their lives until their lives were flipped upside down by something unexpected, how they met the challenges, and changed to becoming stronger, even more confident women. I loved every single moment of listening stories out of my guests! COVID flipped our lives upside down, too. We were no longer commuting to work over long distances or in cars. Who would have the time to listen to a 30 or 40-minute conversation? What to do? Pivot to 60 Seconds. No one was offering this format. Turned out that I was really good at distilling topics, ideas and stories into soundbytes to inform, illuminate, delight, and comfort my listeners. At the same time I created a Listener Location Shout-out to kick off each episode to acknowledge and thank you for listening. How did I know where you were listening? The Simplecast platform provides a global map with yellow dots that light up the villages, towns and cities where your feet touch the ground all around the world. Each shout-out included a URL linked to the location so that other listeners could “armchair travel” to that place. Imagine how much I learned about my global audience. Some 1,330 episodes and close to 250,000 plays later it's time to do something different. But what? Running like a river beneath the surface of the lived experience moments of our lives is a deeper, truer one waiting to be acknowledged. How do I acknowledge that deeper truth? What will I hear when I let my Life speak? Where will it lead me next so that I can make the transitions I seek while inviting you to come along with me on the journey? I promise you this: the voice you have come to know and trust for over 6 plus years on the airwaves, along with the stories, insights, questions and prompts that speak to each of us as if to say, “What! You, too? I thought I was the only one.” [C.S.Lewis] I'd like to focus my creative efforts on producing “Diane on Mic” short-form episodes—maybe 7 minutes or so of spoken word—for Wednesdays on Whidbey and Story Prompt Friday. CTA: Let's continue making the very most of the time we have together, uncovering, discovering, shaping and sharing our stories. Let me know what you think. If there is something you're curious about, something you'd like to hear as my podcast begins anew, please email me and let me know: info@quartermoonstoryarts.net or subscribe on Substack. Comments Create Community. We are in this together for the long haul. And thank you for continuing to listen. You're invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread this episode  with a generous 5-star review & comment—it helps us all—& join us next time! AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Conversation, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on SUBSTACK. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Entering Erdenheim by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

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In this final interview from Newport Folk Festival, I sat down with the awesome duo of Casey Gomez Walker and Spencer Tweedy, whose project, Case Oats, is one of my favorite alt-country Chicago bands.Casey and Spencer are a uniquely compelling duo — complementing each other's talents — both personally and professionally. Case Oats' most recent album, the critically acclaimed Last Missouri Exit, combines Casey's keen literary background with Spencer's knowledge of the craft of songwriting to create a truly groundbreaking album.Spencer, who of course comes from musical family and as he calls it, “a culture of belief,” talks to me about how his own belief in Casey's ability and strengths pushed them further to even greater heights and allowed them to exceed their goals. This is an inspiring and informative interview with two super intriguing artists who embody a self-belief and fearlessness.=======================================00:00 - Episode Intro with Host Josh Rosenberg03:40 - Introduction to Casey Oats and their origins in Chicago03:51 - Casey's creative writing background impacts his songwriting04:21 - Transition from writing stories to making an album04:49 - How meeting Spencer encouraged continued music creation05:34 - The culture of belief in making art and its normalization06:30 - Spencer's journey from unfamiliarity to making records07:12 - Writing songs from short stories and focusing on core truths08:05 - Spencer's experience of working under pressure and saying yes09:36 - The quick turnaround for their album and embracing fearlessness10:23 - The humility and bravery involved in creative risks11:13 - The story behind "Last Missouri Exit" as a symbolic milestone11:57 - Touring in Europe and favorite venues and cities12:41 - Supporting and collaborating with other Chicago artists13:40 - Family influences, especially their parents' roles in music and industry14:57 - The importance of craft, dedication, and perseverance in songwriting16:19 - The power of expression and meaningful engagement in music17:18 - The significance of "Last Missouri Exit" as a record and personal symbol18:26 - The idea of writing a novel titled "Last Missouri Exit"20:14 - How Casey and Spencer met and began collaborating21:27 - Their early gigs at G Man and the evolution of their band22:25 - Touring highlights in Norway, Madrid, and the UK22:42 - The experience of sold-out shows and the feeling of achievement24:20 - The Chicago music scene's supportive nature and emerging youth talent25:11 - The importance of community, collaboration, and nurturing future generations26:51 - Their advice on creativity, community, and staying true to oneself27:30 - Episode Wrap-Up with Host Josh Rosenberg=======================================For more information on Roadcase:https://linktr.ee/roadcasepod and https://www.roadcasepod.comOr contact Roadcase by email:  info@roadcasepod.comRoadcase theme music:  "Eugene (Instrumental)" by Waltzer

The Future of Storytelling, Media & Personal Branding with Reda Bennis What makes content truly memorable? It isn't just the camera or the technology—it's the story behind it. In this episode of Moroccans Shaping the World, Hurricane H sits down with Reda Bennis, TV host, media entrepreneur, and founder of The Eye Media and PROD LAB, for an inspiring conversation about storytelling, content creation, entrepreneurship, and the future of digital media. From television to premium audiovisual production, Reda shares his journey of building a creative business dedicated to helping brands, founders, and public figures communicate with authenticity, purpose, and impact. Together, they discuss how storytelling has become one of the most valuable business skills, why personal branding matters more than ever, how AI is transforming content creation, and why Morocco's next generation of creators is ready to make its mark on the world. Topics Covered Storytelling as a business strategyContent creation and digital mediaPersonal brandingPodcasting and audiovisual productionEntrepreneurshipArtificial Intelligence and the future of mediaMoroccan creativity and innovationBuilding influence through authentic content Connect with Reda Bennis:

What parts of yourself have you learned to hide in order to be taken seriously? My guest on this episode is Mark Heywood, a friend of the show, returning guest and someone I've collaborated with on a number of projects. Episode Summary & Guest ProfileMark has spent more than twenty years working in crisis management and operational resilience, while simultaneously building a successful career as a bestselling novelist, screenwriter and, more recently, stand-up comedian.On the morning we recorded this conversation, Mark published an article marking his fifty-first birthday. In it, he reflected on the pressure many of us feel to present only one version of ourselves professionally, arguing that his creative and corporate lives were never really separate. As he puts it, they were 'not two jobs, but one obsession wearing two different lanyards.' That simple idea becomes the starting point for a much wider discussion about the stories we tell ourselves, and the stories organisations tell themselves.Along the way we explore:Why "stay in your lane" may say more about other people's expectations than your own potential.Why organisations often encourage people to bring their whole selves to work, while rewarding conformity.What interviews, dress codes and organisational culture reveal about human behaviour.Why stories often influence behaviour more effectively than rules, policies and frameworks.What films can teach us about operational resilience, cybersecurity and crisis management.Why the Titanic remains one of the most powerful lessons in organisational failure.How imagination is a strategic capability rather than a soft skill.Why thinking through "severe but plausible" scenarios requires organisations to become better storytellers.LinksMark's birthday article: "A Birthday Declaration from Someone Who Spent Over Twenty Years Pretending to Be Half of Himself" (LinkedIn)Mark's Behind The Spine podcastThe Writing SalonBehind The Spine podcastMark on LinkedInMark's previous appearances on the show talking about The Creative Industries under COVID, and Human Risk in the Creative IndustriesFilms, Stories & People MentionedDie Hard  Apollo 13 The Martian The Odyssey (Christopher Nolan)Don't Look UpSnakes on a Plane Sharknado Noah's Ark RMS TitanicRachel Heyhoe Flint Jeremy King AI-Generated Timestamped Summary00:00 – Why do we hide parts of ourselves to be taken seriously?03:40 – Mark explains why he stopped separating his creative and corporate identities.08:00 – Which hobbies and outside interests are considered professionally acceptable—and why?10:30 – Job interviews, authenticity and bringing your whole self to work.16:00 – Jeremy King on why behaviour matters more than dress codes.19:00 – Rachel Heyhoe Flint, the MCC and what institutional rules reveal about culture.23:00 – Why stories influence behaviour more effectively than rules.24:00 – The Trojan Horse and using films to teach cybersecurity and resilience.29:00 – The Titanic as a lesson in organisational resilience rather than maritime history.32:00 – Conduct versus outcomes: why testing matters more than compliance.36:00 – Using stories and popular culture to make risk real.38:00 – Noah's Ark, history and the enduring power of storytelling.40:30 – CrowdStrike, PPE and why organisations keep repeating the same mistakes.46:00 – Stories aren't predictions—they're a way of exploring possibility.49:00 – A ransomware exercise and the danger of relying on fixed policies.52:00 – Returning to the Titanic: preparing for the inquiry before the crisis.55:00 – Thinking like an attacker and challenging assumptions about cyber risk.58:00 – Taylor Swift, insurance and why seemingly ordinary data can become highly sensitive.1:02:00 – The idea of "risk inflation" and why yesterday's rules aren't enough.1:10:00 – Why memorable stories change behaviour more effectively than realistic scenarios.1:15:00 – Reverse stress testing and imagining what could really break an organisation.1:20:00 – RAG ratings, reporting and the danger of looking resilient instead of being resilient.1:23:00 – Final reflections on creativity, identity and why being more than one thing is a strength.

Ellen Adair and Eric Gilde discuss the 1987 baseball film "Long Gone." They introduce the film (1:10), with an overview of the story, the cast, and filmmakers, and review the 20-80 baseball scouting grades for rating the film, with a new metaphor (7:10). Amount of Baseball (11:43) praises the substance and variety of the baseball scenes, with their good emphasis on defense and attention to detail. Baseball Accuracy (21:13) bemoans the lack of acknowledgement for Cecil Cantrell as the Shohei Ohtani player manager of the Alabama-Florida league. Other things about the Class D Alabama-Florida league are correct, except the existence of the Dothan Cardinals in 1957, and the Browns spring training in 1946. Do pitchers ever become catchers? A historic dive into Smoky Joe Wood, Bob Feller, and the possibility of Stud Cantrell and Stan Musial coming up together. There are both mathematical and factual problems with the number of games that the Class D League played, and Brown's RBI total (w/r/t Hack Wilson record). Joe Lewis Brown resonances with Joe Lewis, Jackie Robinson, and Jack Johnson. This movie has appropriate disdain for the intentional walk, but falls victim to a common baseball film error. A rare corresponding roster move doesn't quite pan out. Storytelling (57:55) comments on the skillful exposition and braiding of human and baseball storytelling, along with growth for the major characters, and the classical comedy double wedding ending. Did the Cardinals sign off on this? Delicacy of dealing with racial issues in a comedy. What do they have on Stud? Why wreck the car? Plus other unanswered questions. The Score Tool (1:26:36) suffers from the problem of an 80s score in a movie about the 50s. Eric dives in on Hank Williams' "Long Gone," and the hymns in the film. Acting (1:35:07) discusses the performances of Virginia Madsen, William Petersen, Larry Riley, Dermot Mulroney, Henry Gibson, Teller, Robert Easton, Edward Blatchford, and Ronn Allen. Delightfulness of Catcher (1:45:53) assesses the superb Joe Lewis Brown, played by Larry Riley. Delightfulness of Announcer (1:47:14) is non-zero. Lack of Misogyny (1:48:25) considers the misogyny displayed in the actions and words of Stud Cantrell, and, to a lesser extent, Jamie, as balanced with their growth. Some examination of the film's attitude towards Dixie, and her Boxxstory/backstory.  No spoilers on the following segments: Yes or No (1:59:04), Six Degrees of Baseball (2:04:00), Favorite Moment (2:05:41) Least Favorite Moment (2:07:14), Scene We Would Have Liked to See (2:10:08), Dreamiest Player (2:11:39), Favorite Performance (2:12:32), and Next Time (2:14:50).         Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

401 - You're listening to something . . . What if it's listening back? Tuck in for classic supernatural suspense from the master, Algernon Blackwood with "A Case of Eavesdropping." 

The Future of Storytelling, Media & Personal Branding with Reda Bennis What makes content truly memorable? It isn't just the camera or the technology—it's the story behind it. In this episode of Moroccans Shaping the World, Hurricane H sits down with Reda Bennis, TV host, media entrepreneur, and founder of The Eye Media and PROD LAB, for an inspiring conversation about storytelling, content creation, entrepreneurship, and the future of digital media. From television to premium audiovisual production, Reda shares his journey of building a creative business dedicated to helping brands, founders, and public figures communicate with authenticity, purpose, and impact. Together, they discuss how storytelling has become one of the most valuable business skills, why personal branding matters more than ever, how AI is transforming content creation, and why Morocco's next generation of creators is ready to make its mark on the world. Topics Covered Storytelling as a business strategyContent creation and digital mediaPersonal brandingPodcasting and audiovisual productionEntrepreneurshipArtificial Intelligence and the future of mediaMoroccan creativity and innovationBuilding influence through authentic content Connect with Reda Bennis:

What are we really capable of surviving?In this first episode of Fate & Fables, I share the extraordinary true story of Juliane Koepcke, the only survivor of LANSA Flight 508, who fell nearly two miles from the sky into the Peruvian Amazon and somehow walked herself to safety over the next eleven days.But this isn't just a story about surviving the impossible.It's about resilience, instinct, and one young woman whose calm understanding of the rainforest may have saved her life.While I tell Juliane's story, I'm working with a Sterling Moon Begonia (Begonia sterling moon), a beautiful South American native chosen to quietly connect this week's plant with the part of the world where our story unfolds.Every Sunday, I'll be sharing another remarkable true survival story from history—stories of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances, and the incredible strength of the human spirit.If stories like these are your thing, I'd love to have you here.

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I guess everyone is mad at our Danny McBride interview. We break it down. I Know Danny had a good time as well as Theo Von, Chris Distefano, Caril Ruiz and Sherrod Small so F THEM!  Theo Von and Chris Distefano continue to roast each other and Carl's wife make a surprise visit! UH OH!

What happens when legendary creators like J. J. Abrams and Matt Reeves breathe new life into the iconic world of Batman? Join host Kevin Reid as he dives deep into the thrilling Season 2 of the animated series "Batman: Caped Crusader" on The K. B. Radio Network! This captivating episode unpacks the evolution of the series, showcasing how it has transformed from its first season into a darker, more mature narrative that sets it apart from previous Batman adaptations. Reid passionately discusses the impressive voice acting, particularly highlighting Hamish Linklater's portrayal of Batman. He notes how Linklater has truly found his footing in the role, evoking nostalgic memories of the legendary Kevin Conroy's iconic performance. As the episode unfolds, Reid examines the show's narrative structure, which artfully blends a villain-of-the-week format with an overarching storyline that tantalizingly builds up to the Joker's grand entrance. Listeners will appreciate Reid's insights on the bold character adaptations, including thoughtful gender and race swaps that breathe fresh perspectives into the beloved universe. The writing and animation quality receive high praise, showcasing a dedication to storytelling that resonates with both longtime Batman enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With ten episodes to savor, Reid shares his genuine enjoyment and appreciation for the series, making a strong case for why "Batman: Caped Crusader" deserves a spot on your watch list. As he wraps up the episode, Reid doesn't hold back—he gives Season 2 an impressive A grade, encouraging listeners to experience the gripping narratives and stunning visuals for themselves. Whether you're a die-hard Batman fan or just stepping into Gotham for the first time, this episode of The K. B. Radio Network promises an engaging exploration of what makes "Batman: Caped Crusader" a standout in animated storytelling. Tune in, and let Kevin Reid guide you through the shadows of Gotham as he unpacks the brilliance of this remarkable series! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Let us know what you think!See Brian Regan live November 19 in Salt Lake City | Members Only Join the Six Club for $6/month to get access and support veteran entrepreneurs.https://warriorrising.org/6cslc/  How do you create artwork that resonates with the military community without ever wearing the uniform? In Episode 454 of the Security Halt! Podcast, Johnathan Griswold, Senior Illustrator at Black Rifle Coffee Company, joins Deny Caballero to discuss creativity, storytelling, authenticity, branding, and how his work has become deeply connected to the veteran community.Updated About the Guest About Johnathan GriswoldJohnathan Griswold is the Senior Illustrator at Black Rifle Coffee Company and founder of Grizzly River Art. Known for his distinctive storytelling style and highly detailed illustrations, Johnathan has helped shape one of the most recognizable brands in the veteran community while inspiring artists and creators to build careers rooted in authenticity, craftsmanship, and purpose.  Listen now. Follow the show. Share this with the veteran or entrepreneur who needs to hear it. Chapters:00:00 Meet Johnathan Griswold: Artist, Storyteller, and Creative at Black Rifle Coffee03:37 How Fatherhood Inspires Johnathan's Creative Work04:12 Connecting with the Veteran Community Through Art05:21 Why Military Culture Inspires Powerful Storytelling06:51 The Story Behind Black Rifle Coffee's Iconic Artwork09:00 Finding Inspiration in Military History and Culture11:02 Why Authentic Storytelling Gives Art Its Soul13:13 Building an Art Career Through Social Media15:05 Why Authenticity Always Wins in Creative Work16:48 Hidden Details and the Creative Process18:59 AI, Technology, and the Future of Art21:02 Respecting Artists and the Value of Creative Work22:52 Recovering from Injury and Finding a New Path27:13 From Construction to Professional Illustration32:01 Joining Black Rifle Coffee Company36:48 Building a Career as a Professional Artist43:05 Going Viral Without Losing Your Authenticity48:04 Community, Storytelling, and Shared Experiences52:00 What's Next for Johnathan Griswold Sponsored by: Transcend Use my referral link to book a consultation for Peptide Therapy http://transcendcompany.com/DenyCaballero Pure Liberty Labs Use Code: SECURITY_HALT_10 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purelibertylabs/ Website: https://purelibertylabs.com/ PRECISION WELLNESS GROUP  Use code: Security Halt Podcast 25 Website: https://www.precisionwellnessgroup.com/ WARRIOR RISING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearewarriorrising/?hl=en Website: https://warriorrising.org/ Donate Today: https://warriorrising.org/?form=donate SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/specialforcesfoundation_/ Website: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/ Request Help: https://specialforcesfoundation.org/get-support/   Security Halt Mediahttps://www.securityhaltmedia.com/Instagram: @securityhaltX: @SecurityHaltTik Tok: @security.halt.podLinkedIn: Deny Caballero   Looking for custom handmade items, military memorabilia, or laser engraving? Contact Eric Gilgenast.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/haus_gilgenast_woodworks_main/Support the showProduced by Security Halt Media

If you've ever found yourself questioning whether your work matters, comparing yourself to everyone online, or wondering how to keep creating when the industry feels more crowded than ever, today's guest is for you. Lara Bianca Pilcher is an author, performer, creativity coach, and longtime advocate for artists. Her new book, Audacious Artistry, is a guide for creatives who want to reconnect with their artistic identity, build resilience, and create with courage in a saturated world. Drawing on decades of experience in the performing arts and her work coaching creatives, Lara offers practical wisdom for artists who want longevity, purpose, and a healthier relationship with their craft. Get the book Audacious Artistry HERE Lara's Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Artist Podcast Subscribe to the Atlanta Voiceover Studio podcast for interviews with top voice actors, casting professionals, agents, and industry experts helping you build a successful voice over career. Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Beginner Voice Over Intensive Starting August 31st Acting for Animation and Video Games with Arianna Ratner CLASS August 11th Audiobook Foundations Class August 19th Secrets to Sounding Like You - Learn how to bring your authentic voice to reads with Steve Henderson September 2nd Adobe Audition Class with Larry Hudson - Sept 14th Audiobook Branding Workshop with Penguin Random House Casting Dir & The Articulate Coach Julie Wilson - Sept 22nd Craft of Storytelling with John Morris (Andy from Toy Story) - September 23rd The Business Behind Voiceover Workshop with Saundi Harrison-Cooksey - September 26th Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing *LET'S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

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When no one seems to be listening, how far do you go to be heard? In December 2008, George W. Bush made a surprise visit to Baghdad for a press conference. And at the very end of his remarks, a shoe came flying past his head.  It was “the shoe heard around the world,” and countless jokes and memes ensued.  But in the pandemonium, many missed the story of the man at the center: Muntadhar Al-Zaidi, a weary journalist trying to get the world to see the Iraq War in a different light. Even fewer people know what happened to him after.  Nearly two decades later, Radiolab reporter Sarah Qari tracked Al-Zaidi down to learn the story of his life. What she found was a story about grief, anger, and the line where journalism ends and protest begins. Special thanks to Azmat Khan and Mustafa Salim. EPISODE CREDITS: Reported by - Sarah Qari, with help from Mariam Dwedar Translation by - Mais Al-Bayaa and Mariam Dwedar Produced by - Sarah Qari Sound design contributed by - Sarah Qari  Mixed by - Jeremy Bloom Fact-checking by - Emily Krieger and Heba ElorbanyLATERAL CUTS: If you liked this episode and want to hear more fascinating deep dives we've done on The War on Terror, check out our episode: 60 Words (https://radiolab.org/podcast/60-words), or our series The Other Latif (https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/other-latif) EPISODE CITATIONS:Collaborator's Work -  Mariam Dwedar  Made in Palestine (https://zpr.io/JBAuqi5zyZMT) - a documentary short @mariamdwedar - Instagram handle Mais Al-Bayaa Iraq Uncovered (https://zpr.io/ebuUcjSFcUJp) - documentary Iraq's Secret Sex Trade (https://zpr.io/u9HnCWmnQggG) - documentary Go Back to Where You Came From (https://zpr.io/J8rxafGCCgUA) - documentary @maisalbayaa - Instagram Journal Articles _ The Art of Shoe-Throwing: Shoes as a Symbol of Protest and Popular Imagination (https://zpr.io/6gmuuavLWuHu),  by Yasmin Ibrahim Films -  The President's Cake (https://zpr.io/bjFeNa2qFYvD) - The story of life in Iraq under sanctions during the 1990s. Inspired by the shoe throw -  Photos of shoe protests around the world (https://zpr.io/QsMGyWeK8MRR) This music video (https://zpr.io/Xi5XhHYmWFHv) This Halloween costume (https://zpr.io/fH97iB4fjL9U) This play (https://zpr.io/Naj7vWaYfzpv) If you want more fun facts that didn't make it into the story, follow Sarah at @bysarahqari on Instagram, where she'll be sharing more in the coming weeks. Sign up for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Signup (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org.Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's a jumbie in a jalopy and the spirits are flowing during happy hour on St. Thomas. Plus, young Lopaka meets a mysterious girl hanging by an abandoned pickup. Joyride There's a jumbie in a jalopy and the spirits are flowing during happy hour on St. Thomas. Thanks, Greg, for sharing your story! Produced and scouted by Paulina Creque, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot. The Pickup LIVE Young Lopaka meets a mysterious girl hanging by an abandoned pickup in Maui. Thank you to Lopaka for once again taking us with you on a journey to the other side. If you want to hear more stories from Lopaka or learn about his Hawaiian ghost tours – visit his website Mysteries of Hawaii. This story was told at Spooked LIVE in Oakland. Instrumentals by Clay Xavier and Simon Keyser-Petty. Engineering by Miles Lassi. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When the stakes rise and more is on the line, everything about visibility shifts –– what it means, what it costs, and what it asks of you.And if you ever experienced bullying, relational trauma, betrayal, or abuse, visibility can be more than just awkward or uncomfortable. Unprocessed echoes of those burdens can make the past feel like it is happening in the present.We have to do the work of building more trust within, getting clear on who and what really matters, and learning to follow our values even when we do not know the results.As my guest today reminded me, when we go silent, we may feel safe, but our voices are not out there, and others will step in to define the direction of conversations and the topics that matter most to us.Showing up and letting people see and hear you isn't always easy, but with practice and courage, we can reshape the narratives we carry about ourselves and our visibility.Mike Ganino works with professional speakers, keynote speakers, and executives to help them create transformative speaking experiences worthy of standing ovations. As a keynote director with a background as an actor, writer, director, producer, hospitality executive, and corporate trainer, Mike learned to view storytelling and performance from the audience's perspective and uses these insights and experiences to help his clients develop talks and performances that go beyond just wowing the audience to truly transform their thinking.Listen to the full episode to hear:How a fourth-grade substitute teacher showed Mike the power of making people feel seenWhy getting comfortable with visibility requires us to address the relational wounds that have kept us quietWhat we can learn from actors about the choices we make as we show up and interact with othersWhy developing as a speaker is a physical practice before it's an intellectual practiceTwo essential elements for telling an effective storyHow fears of losing status and being misunderstood keeps us from showing up for ourselves and others Learn more about Mike Ganino:https://mikeganino.com/Instagram: @mikeganinoFacebook: @mikeganinoConnect on LinkedInMake a Scene: Storytelling, Stage Presence, and the Art of Being Unforgettable in Every SpotlightLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:The Face: A Natural History, Daniel McNeillAriana GrandeE.T. the Extra-TerrestrialChapters:(00:43) - Introduction (08:36) - Fourth Grade Lessons (13:28) - Healing Through Visibility (16:59) - Safe Reps on Video (21:40) - Authenticity vs Performance (25:29) - Questioning the 'new and fresh' (28:59) - Top Visibility Blocks (31:24) - Gendered Speaking Habits (37:36) - Storytelling For an Integrated Life (41:05) - Status Loss and Feedback (45:45) - Who you take notes from matters (49:56) - Inner Child And Leadership (50:51) - Defining Leadership (52:00) - Embracing the Complexities (53:56) - Rapid Fire (58:05) - Making Connections (59:00) - Closing Thoughts

In this strategy session, Brian discusses the importance of storytelling in marketing, particularly in the context of social media. He emphasizes the need for coaches and entrepreneurs to position themselves as guides rather than heroes in their marketing narratives. By sharing personal stories and client successes, they can create engaging content that resonates with potential clients and generates leads. The session also highlights the significance of shifting beliefs and skills to achieve business growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Strategy Session 00:51 The Power of Storytelling in Marketing 06:07 Positioning: Hero vs. Guide 12:10 Creating Engaging Content for Lead Generation 18:08 Shifting Beliefs and Skills for Success Apply for mentorship:  https://briankeane.com/mentorship/ Apply for The Circle:  https://briankeane.com/mastermind/    

Watch our review of The Odyssey here: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/alostplot/episodes/2026-07-22T14_32_16-07_00 In this episode of Lost Plot, hosts Maverick and Andrew delve into the film 'Troy,' exploring its plot, character dynamics, and thematic elements. They discuss the portrayal of Achilles and Hector, the significance of love and honor, and the film's climax. The conversation highlights the characters' motivations and the moral dilemmas they face, ultimately reflecting on the impact of war and personal relationships. The discussion also touches on the interpretations of Greek mythology and the lasting impact of the film in contemporary culture.----------Highlights:0:00 ‘Troy' Introduction7:30 Achilles & Hector23:56 Character Development33:03 Conflict40:37 Book vs. Film48:01 The gods51:11 Lasting Impact#troy #achilles #trojanhorse #alostplot #filmthoughts 

Ivan Estrada is the founder of Ivan Estrada Properties in Beverly Hills, a TEDx speaker, and the author of "Brand With Purpose." A childhood recording artist turned CPA, he left accounting to work as a caterer before finding his true calling in real estate, where more than 12 years later he has built a business serving everyone from first-time buyers to clients purchasing multimillion-dollar homes. In this episode, Ivan talks about why he was early to video content when no one else in real estate was doing it, how he now uses AI to build client reports in minutes that used to take days, and how sobriety and meditation transformed the way he sees himself and his purpose. Learn how to build a brand rooted in who you actually are, stay human in a fast-moving world, and find the work that makes everything else make sense. Timestamps:  03:10 Music Roots 07:21 Immigrant Upbringing 10:04 Brand of Determination 10:53 Calm and Focus 12:57 Teaching and Storytelling 16:06 AI as Entrepreneur Tool 28:37 AI in Real Estate 32:10 Video Marketing 36:48 Redefining Success Balance 39:45 Spiritual Shift 44:01 Purpose and Empowerment 52:51 Success, Gratitude and EO Links: Ivan's Website: https://ivanestrada.com/ Ivan's LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanestradaproperties/ Ivan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IvanEstradaProperties Ivan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbrandwith/

"I never had any friends later on like the ones I had when I was twelve. Jesus, does anyone?"Pack your bags, grab your canteen, and follow the train tracks back to the summer of 1959. This week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, we are diving deep into Rob Reiner's emotional 1986 masterpiece, Stand By Me.More than just a nostalgia piece, this film serves as a true cinematic time capsule—capturing the delicate transition between childhood innocence and the harsh realities of growing up. We explore our own personal connections to Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern, break down the unforgettable performances of the young cast (including the tragic brilliance of River Phoenix), and discuss howStephen King's source material was brought to life.We also take a look at the behind-the-scenes production trivia, dissect our favorite scenes (including the infamous pie-eating contest and the emotional junkyard confrontation), and analyze the impact of the film's haunting narration and alternate ending concepts.Join us as we put this timeless classic to our official Rewatchability and Nostalgia Meter.In this episode, we unpack:The Heart of Castle Rock: Analyzing the core dynamic between Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern.River Phoenix's Legacy: Looking back at his raw, emotional performance as Chris Chambers.Rob Reiner's Direction: How the director balanced humor, trauma, and coming-of-age nostalgia.Alternate Endings & Book Differences: Comparing Stephen King's novella The Body to the iconic film adaptation.Scenes That Stick With Us: Breaking down the emotional weight, the leech scene, and that pie-eating story.Chapters00:00 – Introduction to Stand By Me (1986)02:17 – First Impressions & Rewatching Decades Later08:13 – Casting Secrets: Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, & Jerry O'Connell15:18 – Production Trivia & Behind-the-Scenes Lore22:24 – Character Deep Dive: Who Did You Relate To Most?26:08 – The Emotional Impact: Loss, Innocence, & Growing Up43:47 – Dissecting Our Favorite Iconic Scenes48:10 – The Power of Storytelling & Emotional Depth49:53 – Exploring Book Differences & Alternate Endings59:02 – Rob Reiner's Influence, Box Office Legacy, & Final Nostalgia ScoreResources & LinksOfficial Website: 80s Flick FlashbackConnect with the Show: Follow us on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram to tell us which Castle Rock kid you were growing up!Support the Podcast: If Stand By Me holds a special place in your heart, leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other 80s movie buffs find the feed!

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga. I remember this advice from decade ago"If you want to become a storyteller, tell stories. If you want to become a better storyteller, tell more stories." But what's a good story? A good story starts here: you have a treasure trove of lived experience memories. Are they all worthy of blossoming into well-crafted meaningful stories captivating to your listeners? How will you know unless you begin?       The point is you have a brain, an imagination, and more than reasonable ability to begin transforming those lived experience memories into storytelling magic. Take a course. Get a coach. Invest in your desire to see what you are capable of creating. You can do all three with me. Email me for an no-obligation Discovery Chat!   Here's what I believe: When someone comes to me with a story they need to tell, they are bringing me something they've been processing, shaping, and trying to make sense of—possibly for decades. The story is already there. It has been there the whole time. My job—as witness, as story doula—is not to give you a story. It is to help you find the one you are already living.  Let's have a no-obligation Discovery Chat. Meanwhile, the very best use of your time might be spent as a spy to your life, as Don Murray wrote: "I am a spy to my life, maintaining an alertness to the commonplace, the ordinary, the routine where the really important stories appear. I am never bored. I overhear what is said and not said, delight in irony and contradiction, relish answers without questions and questions without answers, take note of what is and what should be, what was & may be. I imagine, speculate, make believe, remember, reflect. I am always traitor to the predictable, always welcoming to the unexpected....." [Don Murray, Pulitzer-prize winning American journalist & English professor]     Story Prompt: We read the work of others so that we can say, "Look here! We're not the only ones.” What memories and sensations came alive in you when you heard Don Murray's words? Write that story and share it out loud!    You're invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread this episode  with a generous 5-star review & comment—it helps us all—& join us next time! AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

High upon the lonely slopes of Mynydd y Drum lies an old Welsh legend that has haunted the valleys for generations. It tells of hidden treasure, forbidden magic, a bargain struck in desperation… and a single candle whose slow, mysterious disappearance marked the passing of a man's life.In this episode, Owen Staton retells the chilling tale of John Gethin and the Candle, one of Wales' most unsettling folk legends. Journey into a world where ancient mountains guard terrible secrets, where courage is tested against supernatural terror, and where every bargain has its price.Then, as the fire crackles at the heart of the forest, Owen is joined by the wonderful Eleanor Greenwood—performer, writer, mask maker and storyteller. Together they explore folklore, performance, the power of masks, and the timeless magic of stories that refuse to be forgotten.You can discover more about Eleanor's work here:

In this episode of Dakota Datebook, we'll be listening to Leander Russ McDonald, an enrolled member of Spirit Lake Nation, in part one of "Storytelling and Humor."

401 - You're listening to something . . . What if it's listening back? Tuck in for classic supernatural suspense from the master, Algernon Blackwood with "A Case of Eavesdropping."

Dan Vance: From Tragedy to Storytelling, and a Life Spent Understanding PeopleIn this episode of the Get Deep Podcast, we sit down with Dan Vance, former editor of Connect Business Magazine, ghostwriter, syndicated columnist, and mental health therapist, for a remarkable conversation about the experiences that shaped a life dedicated to understanding people and telling their stories.Dan begins with the tragedy that forever changed his childhood. At just seven years old, he survived the car accident that claimed the lives of both of his parents, forcing him to begin a new life with his aunt and uncle. That story sets the stage for a conversation filled with resilience, perspective, and unexpected turns.From there, Dan shares how he left a successful sales career to pursue writing after the encouragement of his wife, who worked for the National Security Agency. What followed were lean years, a breakthrough piece published in USA Today, and the opportunities that ultimately led him to Connect Business Magazine, where he spent nearly 19 years documenting the people and businesses that shaped Southern Minnesota.We also explore his ghostwriting career, fascinating stories about life alongside someone working in the NSA, and the path that eventually led him to become a mental health therapist serving individuals living with serious mental illness.This is a conversation about resilience, journalism, purpose, and the remarkable places that a simple curiosity about people can lead.

Wonders and woe are the centerpieces of today's stories. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes!: https://www.patreon.com/grimandmildSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hay una ciencia detrás de formular tus pensamientos para que sean mensajes concretos. Para que al fin la gente te escuche, y recolectes admiración y respeto. Hoy Dani te da 3 claves para dominar el arte de persuadir a través del don de la palabra.Para asegurar tu descuento en nuestro programa intensivo de Storytelling, entra a https://www.danischulzinc.com/comunicate ⁠www.danischulzinc.com⁠ | IG: ⁠@danigschulz⁠ | TikTok: ⁠@danigschulz(episodio original de mayo 2025)

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, the guest is Khadija Jahmila!About Khadija Jahmila: Silver Spring, Maryland–based Afro-Caribbean mixed-media artist, mother, and teaching artist working across hand-cut analog and digital collage. Her pieces pull from folklore and surrealism, layering found and donated print material onto wood panels and reclaimed metal to explore what gets carried forward and what gets left behind.Jahmila talks about the apartment building her family first lived in after settling in Maryland, and how a printed photo of that building became what she calls the "spark image" for a larger piece she made during her residency at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop. She also remembers the exact moment she started calling herself an artist: twenty-one years old, sitting on a sidewalk outside her freshman dorm, writing poetry and reading it back to herself. Good enough that she believed it.Much of the conversation circles back to material. Jahmila started out working almost exclusively with paper, building early pieces from posters she'd picked up after the People's Climate March. Residencies pushed her further, onto wood, onto salvaged street signs, into printing photographs for the first time instead of only scavenging them. She talks about surrealism as something closer to survival than style, a way the African diaspora has always reached for new realities when the old ones didn't leave room to breathe. "We are building the world we want to see," she says at one point, almost in passing.Jahmila also walks through how her relationship with Eaton DC started small, at a local pop-up market, when the hotel's program director stopped in front of one of her digital collages and asked if she'd ever thought about a show. That conversation led to her first solo exhibition, Hindsight is 2020, a piece she nearly lost when her basement flooded mid-project. She talks about salvaging what survived and finishing the work anyway, water damage and all.There's also a section on her year as Season Artist for Baltimore Center Stage, where she worked across six productions with directors and playwrights. She lights up talking about it, comparing it to designing album art—another place where her collage instincts collaborate with someone else's story.Explore Khadija Jahmila's portfolio at khadijajahmila.com/portfolio, and follow her on Instagram at @khadija.jahmila. She currently has work on view in Thresholds at Techne Fine Art in Rockville (through August 22) and SUPERIMPOSED at Pyramid Atlantic Art Center (through August 9), and will exhibit at the FEMME Art Fair at International Square August 26–30.Photo courtesy of subject. The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcastThe Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

Hear more from Julia Halperin, arts and culture journalist, on why structural progress is so slow to manifest in the art world, the sobering realities about representation of female-identifying and Black American artists with new data to back it up from the Burns Halperin Report, how to actually create change from the inside out within museums, using data collection to shape decisions in our own personal lives, how frustratingly arbitrary legacy-defining moments in the arts can seem, and why she's interested in telling stories that haven't been told yet.      Find links to resources mentioned throughout the episode here in our show notes:    beyondthe.studio   Submit to our Listener Spotlight: Listener Spotlight  Follow us on Instagram at: @beyondthestudio 

[REBROADCAST FROM April 6, 2026] In the new novel Yesteryear, a popular tradwife influencer finds herself confronting the harsh realities of the lifestyle she promotes when she mysteriously is sent back in time to 1855. Author Caro Claire Burke discusses the novel, out now. Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a world racing toward smarter machines, empathy speakers and authors Rob Volpe and Maria Ross get curious in this limited subseries about what only humans can feel, do, and be — and why that's our greatest competitive advantage. Enjoy this limited subseries here on The Empathy Edge.Morality, Conscience, Storytelling & CommunityWhere does our sense of right and wrong actually come from? Maria and Rob trace the roots of human morality across three sources: evolutionary wiring that hardwired empathy for group survival, cultural transmission passed down through family and community, and the personal reflection that continues to shape our ethics well into adulthood. They look to Frans de Waal's research on chimps and bonobos, and to highly social species like wolves, crows, and honeybees, who enforce unwritten norms on the group. But a key distinction: animals register unfairness, while humans ruminate in moral anguish over it.By the end of the conversation, they find themselves less certain than when they started about whether humanity could ever agree on even three to five truly universal moral principles, and invite their listeners to contact us with their opinions.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com and search by episode title."That's where our empathy work lies - how do you bridge that gap between your different potentially moral or ethical codes?" — Maria Ross Episode References: Frans de Waal on morality in primates, Primates and Philosophers Jonathan Haidt, The Righteous Mind: righteousmind.comPeter Singer, The Expanding CircleColler Doolittle Prize for interspecies communication: https://coller-dolittle-24.sites.tau.ac.il/ The Ezra Klein Show: Chris Rufo Thinks the Right Can Control This. I Don't: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chris-rufo-thinks-the-right-can-control-this-i-dont/id1548604447?i=1000774824710Sara Konrath, University of Michigan study on empathy in college students: news.umich.edu/empathy-college-students-don-t-have-as-much-as-they-used-toAbout Maria Ross: Maria Ross is a speaker, author, empathy strategist, and host of The Empathy Edge podcast, now in its sixth year. She believes cash flow, creativity, and compassion are not mutually exclusive™, and has spent decades helping leaders balance empathy with accountability to drive better results, stronger teams, and lasting impact. She is the author of four books, including the award-winning The Empathy Dilemma, a Forbes.com contributor on Workplace Empathy, and creator of two LinkedIn Learning empathy courses. About Rob Volpe: Rob Volpe is the Founder/CEO of Empathy Activist and the creator of The 5 Steps to Empathy, which he chronicles in his award-winning book Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One Conversation at a Time. He is a recognized thought leader, speaker, and consultant in the improvement of communication and collaboration in organizations of all sizes in all industries. Connect with Rob Volpe: Website: robvolpe.expert Book: Tell Me More About That: Solving the Empathy Crisis One ConversationX: x.com/rmvolpe LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rmvolpe Facebook: facebook.com/EmpathyActivist Instagram: instagram.com/empathy_activist Connect with Maria:Get Maria's books: Red-Slice.com/booksHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Courses! Leading with Empathy and Balancing Empathy, Accountability, and Results as a Leader LinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red Slice

Welcome back to the fortieth edition of our favorite literary parlor game as our guests choose their favorite sentence from everything Hemingway ever wrote in prose, poetry, correspondence, or journalism. In this episode, David Morrell, prolific author and creator of the iconic John Rambo character, offers his one true sentence from “In Another Country.” Morrell – author of First Blood, The Brotherhood of the Rose, and The Successful Novelist, among many others – joins us to discuss his life in writing and reading. We discuss the importance of first sentences, Hemingway's grammar, Morrell's friendship with the legendary Hemingway scholar Philip Young, good writing as hypnotic, the creation of Rambo as a character, John Barth, Carl Jung, and much more!Thank you for listening to One True Podcast! Consider donating to the Hemingway Society, including to the recently created One True Podcast Fund or the Hemingway Café Club!Previous "one true sentences" are collected in: One True Sentence: Writers and Readers on Hemingway's Art, available here.

Adam Turkington is a Belfast-based creative producer, cultural organizer, and one of the driving forces behind the city's contemporary street-art scene. Founder of the Hit the North festival and a longtime advocate for public art, he has helped transform Belfast's walls from symbols of division into spaces for creativity, community, and shared identity. Working at the intersection of art, placemaking, and social change, Turkington connects artists, neighborhoods, businesses, and audiences through murals, events, exhibitions, and cultural projects. His work is rooted in a simple belief: great art can help people feel more connected to the places they live and to one another.Credits:Photos and text, John NoltnerField production, summer interns Kate West, Sawyer Garrison, and Kaitlin ImaiAudio Engineering, Razik SaifullahThanks for listening to A Peace of My Mind's podcast. For photos, videos, and additional content, visit our website and follow us on Instagram.

2nd Act's Ana Bess returns with teaching artist Rachel Tondreault for a powerful conversation about using theatre to address substance use, and how finding your voice on stage can lead to finding yourself in recovery. Learn more about 2nd Act on their website and please consider donating to their GoFundMe!

Data convinces. Stories move people. So why do we still lead with the spreadsheet? In this best-bits episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott McInnes goes back to two conversations about the power of narrative at work: Richard Newman (EP108) on the neuroscience of emotional engagement, and Alison Esse (EP012) on purpose-led storytelling at scale. Richard Newman explains what actually happens in the brain when you open with a chart instead of a story. Spreadsheets speak to the logical mind, but the emotional brain decides first and it decides whether anything gets through at all. He walks through the leadership retreat where nobody could remember a single decision three months later, why "cognitive fatigue" is a better diagnosis than screen fatigue, and the line that sums up the whole problem: we treat people like human doings rather than human beings. Alison Esse picks up the organisational side: the corporate narrative, the red thread that has to run from the frontline to the CEO, and why leaders are so often the worst people at telling their own stories. The common thread? Engage people emotionally first, logically second. Do it the other way round and nothing sticks. Key Takeaways The emotional brain gets there first. Every input passes through it before the logical mind sees it, so if you open with data you have already lost the room. Data convinces, stories move. Being right is not the same as being understood, and it is definitely not the same as being acted on. If nobody can repeat it, it did not land. People remember stories and quote lines from them. Nobody quotes a slide. It is cognitive fatigue, not screen fatigue. People will happily binge four hours of Netflix after a long week, so the screen is not the problem, being engaged logically all day with no emotional connection is. Storytelling is misunderstood, not soft. It is not anecdotes about your weekend, and it does not need the hero's journey. It is sharing information in the way the brain wants to receive it. Every organisation needs a red thread. A narrative that connects the frontline to the CEO gives people something to believe in and repeat. Leaders are often worst at telling their own story. The people with the most to share are usually the most reluctant, which is why story champions matter. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: why we still lead with the spreadsheet 00:30 – Richard Newman: how stories help leaders influence, and the retreat nobody remembered 04:00 – Inception, and why a story goes deeper than a slide 05:00 – Cognitive fatigue vs screen fatigue 05:38 – "Human doings, not human beings": engage emotionally first, logically second 05:47 – Alison Esse: corporate narrative, purpose and the red thread from frontline to CEO 10:16 – Wrap-up: what story is your organisation telling right now? Hear the full conversations EP108 – Richard Newman: https://inspiringchange.libsyn.com/108-the-science-of-storytelling-how-it-works-richard-newman EP012 – Alison Esse: https://inspiringchange.libsyn.com/ep12-alison-esse-co-founder-the-storytellers Resources & Links Download our new Research: Bridging the Connection Gap Connect with us LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram Connect with Scott McInnes: LinkedIn Tags storytelling, business storytelling, communication, leadership communication, neuroscience, emotional engagement, cognitive fatigue, corporate narrative, purpose, internal communications, employee engagement, workplace culture, influence, presentation skills, Richard Newman, Alison Esse, Scott McInnes, Building Better Cultures, Inspiring Change, best bits, podcast compilation

You already know stories beat spreadsheets when it comes to winning people over. But what if the story itself isn't even the most important part? This week I'm talking with Jennifer Gardner, a Los Angeles trial lawyer, persuasive communication speaker, and administrative law judge who's spent three decades convincing juries to see things her way. Jennifer breaks down what's actually happening in the brain when a story lands, why admitting your flaws builds more trust than any case study, and why the AI-generated content flooding your feed is missing the one ingredient it can't fake: you. If you've ever wondered why some stories grab you instantly while "important" ones put you to sleep, this conversation gives you the answer, and a few techniques you can start using today. https://www.theagentsofchange.com/632 Need help with your branding, website, or digital marketing? Reach out to me (Rich Brooks!) today at https://www.takeflyte.com/contact

[REBROADCAST FROM April 7, 2026] In the latest work of investigative journalism from Patrick Radden Keefe, the author attempts to get to the bottom of the mysterious death of Zac Brettler, a British teenager who plunged to his death from a luxury building in 2019. After his death, it was revealed that Brettler had been living a secret life, one that involved shady characters in the London underworld. Keefe discusses his new book, London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth, out today.  Cover art courtesy of the publisher Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some stories entertain us.Others help shape who we become.This week on the Her Village Podcast, I'm joined by Emmy Award-winning creator, author, and storyteller Angela Santomero, whose work has helped generations of children learn, grow, and navigate the world with curiosity and confidence.Known for creating Blue's Clues and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Angela shares the thoughtful research, educational philosophy, and heart behind the stories she's spent her career bringing to life. We explore why imagination isn't just play—it's a powerful tool for helping children build resilience, process emotions, solve problems, and develop empathy.We also dive into her newest YouTube series, Princess Penelope's Purse of Preposterous Things, and discuss how storytelling can encourage kids to embrace creativity, face uncertainty, and see challenges as opportunities for growth.Whether you're raising young children, missing the days of singing along with Blue's Clues, or simply interested in the lasting impact stories can have on our lives, this conversation is full of thoughtful insights and practical takeaways.In this episode, we discuss: Angela's journey creating Blue's Clues The lessons behind Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Why imagination plays such an important role in childhood  The research that guides Angela's storytelling  Helping children build confidence and emotional resilience  Encouraging curiosity, kindness, and creativity  Angela's newest project, Princess Penelope's Purse of Preposterous Things What parents can take away from the stories their children love If this episode resonates with you, I'd love for you to share it with another parent, grandparent, educator, or anyone who believes in the power of raising kind humans.And if you're looking for connection in your own season of life, I'd love to welcome you into Her Village—a community where women come together to build meaningful friendships, support one another, and remember they don't have to do life alone.Support the show__________________________________________________________________________________If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend or leaving a review. These conversations help more women feel seen, supported, and a little less alone.Her Village is more than a podcast—it's a space for real connection, honest conversations, and meaningful friendships in the places we live.If you want to go deeper and stay connected beyond the podcast, you can join us here: joinhervillage.co

Earlier this month, we lost a Bay Area storytelling icon — Oakland's Diane Ferlatte. She was an award winning, grammy nominated teller of African American stories. For Crosscurrents host Hana Baba, Ms. Diane was than a storyteller. She became a friend, and a mentor. Ms. Diane advised Hana when she was thinking about telling her own cultural tales. What now the podcast Folktales from Sudan.In 2023, before Hana launched it, she was struggling with questions about folktale storytelling. So Ms. Diane invited Hana to come talk them out with her. And she did that, in an episode of The Stoop podcast that Hana cohosts with Leila Day. Today, we're brining you an excerpt of that conversation.

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3rd part to my classic horror experiment series. This one is alot more... idk romance...? It's different. Last one for a while though. back to creepypasta fashin Thursday. Let me know if you like this or if there's more horror classics you want to see. - The Blue Man