Podcasts about Storytelling

In this short episode, first aired in 2011, a neurologist issues a dare to a ragtime piano player and a famous conductor. When the two men face off in an fMRI machine, the challenge is so unimaginably difficult that one man instantly gives up. But the other achieves a musical feat that ought to be impossible.Reporter Jessica Benko went to Michigan to visit Bob Milne, one of the best ragtime piano players in the world, and a preternaturally talented musician. Usually, Bob sticks to playing piano for small groups of ragtime enthusiasts, but he recently caught the attention of Penn State neuroscientist Kerstin Betterman, who had heard that Bob had a rare talent: He can play technically challenging pieces of music on demand while carrying on a conversation and cracking jokes. According to Kerstin, our brains just aren't wired for that. So she decided to investigate Bob's brain, and along the way she discovered that Bob has an even more amazing ability ... one that we could hardly believe and science can't explain.Our newsletter comes out every Wednesday. It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (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 Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation Initiative, 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.

A powerful flood brings things once buried to the surface in the Appalachian Mountains.Happy Spooky Season Spooksters!!! Join us this October and explore Season 11, "The Spooked Field Guide to the Shadow." Big thanks to Lora Smith, Beau Morgan, and Gwen Johnson sharing your stories with us. If you want to know more about the goblins in Eastern Kentucky… Lora wrote a wonderful piece about them for Oxford American. Scouted & produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Doug Stuart, art by Teo Ducot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Episode SummaryIn this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric sits down with six-time entrepreneur, journalist, storyteller, and founder of YBYS Dan Grech for a powerful conversation about why your personal story may be one of the most valuable assets in your business.Dan shares a journey that started with selling Blow Pops at 14 and eventually led to six entrepreneurial ventures, two exits, spectacular failures, and a 15-year journalism career that included work with NPR, PBS, The Miami Herald, and The Washington Post. Today, he combines those worlds through YBYS—Your Business Is Your Story—and his upcoming book of the same name.Dan explains why the experiences that shaped you long before you became an entrepreneur continue to influence how you lead, sell, hire, and build. Instead of hiding those experiences behind polished corporate language, he argues that entrepreneurs can turn authentic stories into magnets for the right customers, employees, and opportunities.The conversation dives into authenticity, values, childhood imprints, shadow work, purpose, ethical leadership, and why being polarizing can actually strengthen a brand. Rodric and Dan also explore why business is deeply personal—and why companies that understand and communicate their true story can build greater trust in an increasingly AI-driven world.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy your personal story can become a serious business assetHow childhood experiences influence the entrepreneur you becomeWhy young founders shouldn't hide behind corporate languageHow authenticity attracts the right customers and repels the wrong onesWhy values matter more than demographics when defining your ideal clientHow your “shadow” can influence the business you buildThe difference between dark energy and light energy in entrepreneurshipHow storytelling can improve hiring, sales, marketing, and company cultureWhy ethical business decisions are always personalHow to uncover the story already driving your businessWhy authenticity becomes even more valuable in the age of AIHighlights & Timestamps[00:00] Childhood imprints become business magnetsDan opens with the idea that early experiences continue playing out in adulthood—and once understood and articulated, they can become powerful magnets for the right people.[01:00] Meet Dan GretchDan introduces YBYS—Your Business Is Your Story—and shares his background as a six-time entrepreneur, journalist, and storyteller.[02:00] The Blow Pop entrepreneurDan shares how selling Blow Pops at 14 made him the “richest poor kid” at his high school and planted an early entrepreneurial seed.[03:00] Connecting the dots backwardDan explains how childhood experiences often reveal why we build the businesses we build today.[04:00] Entrepreneurship and an abundance mindsetRodric and Dan reflect on growing up without much money while learning early that they could create income themselves.[05:00] When money becomes a game instead of survivalRodric explains why he continues building businesses even though money itself is no longer the primary motivation.[07:00] Why entrepreneurs hide their personalitiesDan explains why founders often use corporate language to mask insecurity or inexperience—and why that usually backfires.[08:00] Your story is proofFor an early-stage company without much history, Dan argues that the founder's personal story can show customers and investors why they won't quit.[09:00] Being polarizing is good businessRodric and Dan discuss why strong brands should attract some people and repel others.[10:00] Values over demographicsDan explains why an ideal customer profile should go deeper than age, income, and location to include shared values.[11:00] Business is personalDan pushes back against the idea that “it's just business,” arguing that business decisions reveal character.[13:00] Would your future self respect your decisions?The conversation turns to money, ethics, and whether financial success is worth decisions you'll eventually regret.[14:00] You can't separate yourself from your businessRodric shares the story of a coaching client who wanted business results without confronting the personal patterns influencing his company.[15:00] Storytelling isn't therapy—it's strategyDan explains that uncovering your story can have therapeutic value, but its business purpose is growth, alignment, and attracting the right people.[16:00] Your shadow is already running part of the businessDan discusses how unconscious fears and narratives can shape the companies entrepreneurs build.[17:00] Light energy vs. dark energyDan explains how fear, wounds, and proving people wrong can create short bursts of entrepreneurial energy, while mission, family, and legacy provide sustainable fuel.[18:00] Signs your business is missing its storyBad-fit employees, price-shopping customers, inconsistent sales messaging, and resentment toward your clients may signal that your purpose and values aren't being communicated.[19:00] How to uncover your business storyDan recommends starting with one deceptively simple question: Why do I do this work, and why does it matter so much to me?[21:00] Authentic story vs. marketing gimmicksDan explains why authentic storytelling is different from branding tactics that can easily be copied.[22:00] Why Rodric chose coachingThe conversation turns toward Rodric's own story and his desire to help good business owners grow and win.[24:00] Generations of coachingDan and Rodric connect their present work to influential parents, grandparents, and sports coaches from earlier in their lives.[25:00] Authenticity in the age of AIDan explains why authentic human stories become more valuable as AI-generated content and curated social media make communication feel increasingly artificial.[26:00] The trust-gap economyRodric explains why real faces, real voices, and authentic video can be particularly powerful in industries like construction.[27:00] An ethical responsibility to growDan argues that great businesses have a responsibility to scale because every customer they don't serve may end up with a bad actor instead.[28:00] The story behind the companyDan shares an example of a construction company whose founders had a powerful personal story that wasn't initially visible anywhere in their marketing.[29:00] The Story DiamondDan explains that authenticity doesn't mean dumping every detail of your life online. Great stories are polished by choosing the right details for the right audience and purpose.Notable Quotes“Your personal story is a business asset.” – Dan Grech“Those imprints from your early childhood end up playing out in ways that aren't always visible.” – Dan Gretch“If you're authentic and they don't like it, good. They're not your people.” – Dan Grech“Magnets attract and repel.” – Dan Gretch“Business is so personal.” – Dan Grech“Story is the vehicle for purpose and values.” – Dan Grech“Why do I do this work, and why does it matter so damn much to me?” – Dan Grech“A lot of us build businesses that are manifestations of our shadow, and we don't know it.” – Dan Grech“Your story as a strategy, as an asset, is one more way to grow.” – Dan Grech“Authenticity is at such a premium because of AI and dehumanization.” – Dan GrechConnect with Dan Grech

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You could have the perfect offer and still get ignored. In this episode, I'm sharing the (no longer) secret weapon that will grab more attention and make you more money in your business. Storytelling is one of the most valuable skills you can build as an entrepreneur. I break down what I'm learning from studying great storytellers, how the right story can make people care about something they would normally scroll right past, and why this skill can make your ideas, offers, and brand more memorable. Plus, I share the unexpected way practicing storytelling is changing how I experience my own life. Get ready to communicate your ideas in a way people actually remember, and make what you're selling matter to the people you want to reach. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Launch your business before Black Friday, go to shopify.com/happy to start your free trial. Monarch Money -  Get your first year of Monarch Core for half off at http://Monarch.com with code EYH. Northwest Registered Agent - Visit http://northwestregisteredagent.com/EarnFree and start using free resources to build something amazing. Fabric - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/EARN. Meetfabric.com/EARN. Quince - Find the fall pieces you'll reach for most at Quince. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns and when Quince asked how you heard about them, let them know it was here on Earn Your Happy. Gloss Genius - Run a business that takes appointments? Use code HAPPY at glossgenius.com/earnyourhappy for 50% off your first two months of a premium plan. HIGHLIGHTS How to make your ideas, offers, and expertise matter to the people you want to reach. The skill that can help you sell more, even as your business and offers evolve. How to turn ordinary experiences into memorable stories people actually want to hear. What separates people with incredible expertise who get overlooked from the ones people can't stop watching. How to communicate your value in a way that makes people feel something instead of scrolling past. The overlooked habit that can give you an endless supply of stories to use in your content and business. How becoming a better storyteller can make your brand more memorable without needing a more exciting life. The unexpected way storytelling can help you become more present and interested in your own life. How to find meaningful stories in moments you normally wouldn't think twice about. Why paying closer attention to your everyday life can change both the way you communicate and the way you experience it. RESOURCES Get on the waitlist for the next Million Dollar Guest at milliondollarguest.com to learn how to tell stories on podcasts that connect to your offer, move people, and help monetize your podcast. Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci

Comedians Andrea Jin (Andrea Jin Live in Chicago, Grandma's Girl, Digman!) and Mike Lawrence (The Roast of Tom Brady, Upload, Nerd of Mouth) join Jameela to talk about an empty kindergarten classroom, a child hired as a sniffer dog, a $5 apology left in a McDonald's bathroom, and bombing naked in front of a nudist colony. Plus, listener Gary finishes a yard of beer and immediately regrets it.Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, you can also find her on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.Our consulting producer is Colin Anderson. Wrong Turns was created and produced by Jameela Jamil and Stewart Bailey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beau chats to Chris Dangerfield all about the art of writing and storytelling. They discuss a wide range of topics, from Grimm's Fairly Tales to Ernest Hemingway; what constitutes good writing; what makes a good story; why it is - in fact - an important and integral part of the human condition.

“How you end something often can be as important, if not more important, than how you start.”What's the best way to wrap up a presentation? How do you stop yourself from repeating the same point? And what can you do when strong emotions start taking over? Matt Abrahams tackles these questions and more in this Ask Matt Anything episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, recorded with members of the Learning Community. He shares why a strong ending deserves as much attention as a strong opening, along with practical advice for holding attention, getting better at small talk, breaking repetitive speaking patterns, and channeling emotion more effectively.Takeaways:A strong ending reinforces what matters most. Return to your goal by reminding your audience what you want them to know, how you want them to feel, and what you want them to do next.Engagement requires giving your audience something to do. Questions, physical participation, vivid language, and shared experiences can help capture attention and keep people involved in your message.Activity:Land the plane. Take the ending of an upcoming presentation or meeting and write one sentence for each part of your goal: what you want people to know, feel, and do. Use those three points to build a concise closing.Episode Reference Links:Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community 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 (00:44) - Why Endings Matter (02:16) - Ending With Your Goal (03:38) - Bringing It Full Circle (04:19) - Ending With a Call to Action (06:22) - Breaking Repetitive Speaking Patterns (08:50) - Keeping Your Audience Engaged (12:08) - Building Confidence in Small Talk (15:18) - Communicating Strong Emotions (18:01) - 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.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

A new chapter is coming to this feed. Aaron shares why 7 Minute Stories will become Shortwave Stories in January 2027, what's changing, and why listeners can stay right here for a new story every week. Then, hear “The Secret Antenna,” a story about Aaron's childhood dream behind it all. Previously aired this Summer on public radio, it makes its debut in this feed as a preview of what's coming in January.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this captivating episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are thrilled to welcome Dave Kenney, an accomplished author with a diverse storytelling background. With over two dozen historical nonfiction books to his name, Dave is stepping into the realm of fiction with his debut novel, *Helium*. Join us as he shares his fascinating journey from local reporter to CNN writer, and now, a novelist with a penchant for the mysterious world of flying saucers.Dave delves into the inspiration behind his latest work, discussing his obsession with the flying saucer phenomenon and the enigmatic figure of George Adamski, a prominent contactee from the 1950s. He reflects on the challenges of balancing fact and fiction while exploring the human side of this captivating narrative. As he recounts his experiences in journalism and the evolution of his writing career, listeners will gain insight into the creative process and the importance of allowing wonder into our lives.Throughout the conversation, Dave shares valuable lessons learned from his time at CNN, emphasizing the significance of pausing and embracing inspiration in any creative endeavor. He also touches on his upcoming nonfiction project about the Red Wing Shoe Company, showcasing his continued dedication to storytelling in various forms.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The journey from journalism to fiction writing- Insights into the flying saucer phenomenon and George Adamski- The balance of fact and fiction in storytelling- The importance of pausing to embrace creativity- Details about Dave's upcoming projects, including *Helium* and his history of the Red Wing Shoe CompanyFor more information on Dave Kenney and to explore his works, visit www.davekenney.net, and don't forget to share this episode with fellow enthusiasts of the unknown!Support the show

In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright sit down with Dr. Stormy Hill for a deeply personal conversation about aliveness, intimacy, sensuality, pleasure, and what it means to fully participate in your own life. Stormy shares the unexpected path that took her from medicine to occupational therapy and intimacy coaching, including her son's serious heart condition, the end of her marriage, and her discovery of Tantra and sacred sexuality as pathways toward embodiment, connection, and a more expansive understanding of intimacy.As Stormy approaches her 50th birthday, the conversation turns toward the second half of life, relationships, nervous-system patterns, what she calls “adaptive inertia,” and the ways we can unknowingly adapt to lives that make us smaller. She also shares her recent 85-mile hike around Mont Blanc, her return to writing poetry after nearly 25 years, and why she is shifting her measure of a meaningful life away from achievements and toward awe, creativity, receptivity, pleasure, and the question: what makes you feel most alive?Timestamps:[00:00:03] Welcome to The Observatory Podcast[00:00:18] Introducing Dr. Stormy Hill and the pursuit of aliveness[00:03:43] Expanding intimacy, pleasure, and sensuality beyond the bedroom[00:05:14] Approaching 50 and discovering the common thread of aliveness[00:07:46] Medicine, motherhood, and her son's rare heart condition[00:14:45] Tantra, sacred sexuality, embodiment, and the divine[00:19:18] Growth, the nervous system, and “adaptive inertia”[00:25:08] The second half of life, relationships, and creating what comes next[00:30:08] Turning 50, resilience, and hiking Mont Blanc[00:38:12] One long blink of a life and helping people feel more alive[00:40:02] Keeping score with the wrong scorecard[00:49:24] What makes you feel alive and the practice of intentional participation[00:52:05] Poetry, grief, and rediscovering creative expression[00:58:24] Letting go, receptivity, and making room for what comes next[01:03:29] Living now instead of waiting for laterNotable Quotes:“We are wired for growth, but we are also wired for pattern recognition.” - Dr. Stormy Hill [00:20:26]“We give this one long blink of an eye of a life if we're lucky, and how do we bring aliveness and pleasure and joy to it?” - Dr. Stormy Hill [00:38:14]“I was keeping score with the wrong scorecard.” - Dr. Stormy Hill [00:40:02]“What makes you feel most alive? What keeps you from feeling alive? And how about we do more of what makes us feel more alive?” - Dr. Stormy Hill [00:50:02]“You arrive in innocence, you lose your innocence, and then at a certain point in life you realize that you've been innocent all along.” - Scott Wright [00:57:40]“Nobody on their deathbed says they wish they worked more.” - Dr. Stormy Hill [01:03:29]Relevant Links:www.Instagram.com/docstormy1 — on IG for more on aliveness www.Drstormyschiller.com — for speaking inquiries www.Lovedeeplab.com — for intimacy coachingSubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastsProduced by NC Productions!

James Jackson is President and Co-Owner of D. Luminous Productions, a Philadelphia-area film production company specializing in brand films, documentaries, narratives and commercials. In this Small Business Spotlight conversation, Curtis May and James go beyond cameras and production to explore what it takes to turn a creative talent into a sustainable business. James explains why effective video starts with understanding the message before turning on the camera, why authenticity and connection matter more than simply producing beautiful footage, and some of the mistakes business owners make when creating their own content. They also get into the business behind the art: pricing creative services, accounting for equipment, software, insurance and operating expenses, knowing when to say no, building a team, and creating a company that can eventually operate without the founder being involved in every project. James also shares his perspective on AI-generated video and why he believes human connection and authentic storytelling remain an important competitive advantage. In this episode: Turning a creative talent into a business Storytelling versus simply producing video The biggest video mistake small businesses make Why audio matters more than most entrepreneurs realize Pricing creative services based on value Hidden costs creative entrepreneurs often overlook Artist versus CEO thinking AI video versus authentic human storytelling Building a production company that can scale beyond its founder James's vision for D. Luminous Productions  

We hear why SF Mayor Lurie may get everything he is pushing for this election season. Then, writer Isabel Allende reflects on decades of storytelling.

Jason Mancuso built Musclesport‘s name on flavor-first Lean Whey, the protein line that turned cereal marshmallows and cannoli cream into a real category. He joined Ben for Episode #208 of the PricePlow Podcast to walk through that story, but this conversation is Mike’s first full sit-down with him, alongside Musclesport EVP and CMO Rob “Franky” Oberholzer. CreaM’D Rice Outperforms Lean Whey?! Musclesport’s Next Big Play A lot’s changed since that visit. The headline: Jason says CreaM’D Rice now outsells Lean Whey unit for unit, a strange turn for a brand built on protein powder. This episode covers how that happened, Musclesport’s push into savory CreaM’D Rice flavors (bacon, egg, and cheese included, built on real egg protein instead of whATey), the wellness-minded Fiber Lean-AM, the revived Lifted brand’s functional pouches and a possible energy drink, and a candid look at protein pricing, inventory strategy, and what Jason wants Musclesport to become next. Subscribe to the PricePlow Podcast on your favorite platform and sign up for Musclesport alerts before diving in. https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/musclesport-jason-mancuso-creamd-rice-237 Video: Jason Mancuso and the Musclesport Team on CreaM’D Rice, Savory Flavors, and What’s Next https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vWP5KwPYBQ Detailed Show Notes: Jason Mancuso and Rob Oberholzer of Musclesport (0:00) – Jason Mancuso Returns to PricePlow (1:15) – From McDonald’s to the Supp Chef (8:30) – Muscle Milk, Marshmallows, and Lean Charms (11:00) – Brick and Mortar, Then COVID Hits (16:00) – CreaM’D Rice Becomes the Best Seller (18:00) – Storytelling, Community, and Consistent Flavor (31:15) – Why Musclesport Waited on Clear Protein (34:30) – Lean Whey Gourmet and Protein Economics (43:30) – Fewer Flavors, Smarter Inventory (47:45) – Breakfast in a Bag and the Birth of Lifted (54:00) – Savory CreaM’D Rice Gets Weird (1:04:00) – MSG, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Cheeseburger Territory (1:07:15) – Can CreaM’D Rice Reach Mass Retail? (1:10:30) – Fiber, Wellness, and Musclesport Mornings (1:16:30) – An Energy Drink for Lifted? (1:20:00) – The Vanilla White Whale (1:21:45) – Why Jason Won’t Flavor Anyone Else’s Protein (1:27:15) – Protein Bars, RTDs, and What’s Next (1:33:00) – Perfect Shaker and Closing Where to Follow and Learn More Connect with Jason, Rob, and Musclesport Jason Mancuso on LinkedIn Jason Mancuso (The Supp Chef) on Instagram: @suppchefofficial_ Rob “Franky” Oberholzer on LinkedIn Musclesport on Instagram: @musclesportusa Musclesport on PricePlow – Sign up for news alerts Resources Mentioned Epi… Read more on the PricePlow Blog

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Rediscovering Roots: A Mid-Autumn Evening in the Forbidden City Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2026-10-01-22-34-01-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 秋天到了，天安門城樓上的紅燈籠亮了起來，燈火輝煌。En: Autumn has arrived, and the red lanterns on the Tiananmen tower have lit up brilliantly.Zh: 北京的故宮在月光下顯得格外莊嚴。En: The Forbidden City in Beijing appears particularly solemn under the moonlight.Zh: 中秋節來臨，在這個傳統節日，故宮裡到處是人聲鼎沸，月餅的香氣四溢。En: As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, this traditional holiday fills the Forbidden City with bustling crowds and the fragrant aroma of mooncakes.Zh: 李偉是來自上海的工程師，他心中一直渴望與自己的家族文化有更深的連結。En: Li Wei is an engineer from Shanghai who has always longed for a deeper connection with his family culture.Zh: 這次旅行到北京，他決心在故宮度過中秋節，希望能夠在這裡找到心靈的安撫。En: On this trip to Beijing, he is determined to spend the Mid-Autumn Festival in the Forbidden City, hoping to find peace for his soul there.Zh: 當李偉走進故宮時，他被成群的人流和氛圍包圍，心中卻有種莫名的孤獨。En: When Li Wei steps into the Forbidden City, he is engulfed by the throngs of people and the atmosphere, yet he feels an inexplicable loneliness.Zh: 他漫步在宏偉的庭院中，試圖感受先祖們的存在。En: He wanders through the grand courtyards, trying to sense the presence of his ancestors.Zh: 但這份感覺似乎一直若隱若現，令他質疑自己是否在這宏大的歷史中有立足之地。En: However, this feeling seems elusive, leading him to question if he has a place in this vast history.Zh: 夜幕降臨，李偉碰到了陳蓉，一位熱情的故宮導覽員。En: As night falls, Li Wei encounters Chen Rong, an enthusiastic guide at the Forbidden City.Zh: 她告訴李偉，這一晚會有一場特別的燈籠儀式，將在夜色中進行。En: She tells Li Wei that there will be a special lantern ceremony that night.Zh: 李偉心中猶豫不決，不知道自己是否能融入這個節日的核心。En: He hesitates, unsure if he can immerse himself in the core of the festival.Zh: 然而，他最終決定留下來，參加這儀式。En: Nonetheless, he ultimately decides to stay and participate in the ceremony.Zh: 他站在紫禁城的庭院裡，凝視著天上的圓月，四周的燈籠在微風中輕輕晃動，讓人心生寧靜。En: He stands in the courtyard of the Forbidden City, gazing at the full moon above, while the lanterns gently sway in the breeze, offering a sense of tranquility.Zh: 儀式中，李偉邂逅了一位講故事的老人，國峰。En: During the ceremony, Li Wei meets an elderly storyteller, Guo Feng.Zh: 國峰用低沉的聲音講述著中秋的傳說，以及李偉的家族如何在故宮的歷史中留下一筆。En: With a deep voice, Guo Feng narrates the legends of the Mid-Autumn Festival and how Li Wei's family left their mark in the history of the Forbidden City.Zh: 當李偉聽到關於自己祖先的故事時，他的心像被什麼撥動了一樣，感到無比的震撼。En: When Li Wei hears stories about his ancestors, he feels a profound shock as if something has stirred within him.Zh: 這一刻的啟示讓李偉重新看待自己的身份。En: This revelation makes Li Wei rethink his identity.Zh: 他驀然明白，雖然他來自不同的城市，也有不同的生活，但這份家族的歷程與文化的財富，已深深根植在他的血脈中。En: Suddenly, he understands that although he comes from a different city and lives a different life, the journey of his family and its cultural wealth are deeply rooted in his veins.Zh: 當夜色逐漸深沉，李偉帶著滿心的感謝離開了故宮。En: As the night deepens, Li Wei leaves the Forbidden City with a heart full of gratitude.Zh: 他的心中充滿了一種全新的歸屬感和對遺產的珍惜，為這次旅行尋找到了真正的意義。En: His heart is filled with a newfound sense of belonging and an appreciation for his heritage, having found true meaning in this journey.Zh: 他明白了，歷史不只是一種記憶，更是他永不褪色的根。En: He realizes that history is not just a memory but an unfading root.Zh: 故事結束，卻是李偉對自身家族遺產新的旅程的開始。En: The story ends, yet it marks the beginning of Li Wei's new journey towards his own familial heritage.Zh: 他從北京重回上海，帶著對未來的信心，以及對過去的敬重和愛。En: He returns to Shanghai from Beijing, carrying confidence for the future, and respect and love for the past. Vocabulary Words:autumn: 秋天lantern: 燈籠mid-autumn: 中秋engineer: 工程師forbidden: 故宮enthralling: 吸引人的solemn: 莊嚴fragrant: 香氣bustling: 人聲鼎沸intrigued: 感興趣的culture: 文化elusive: 若隱若現loneliness: 孤獨core: 核心tranquility: 寧靜profound: 深刻heritage: 遺產ceremony: 儀式sway: 晃動rooted: 根植revelation: 啟示throngs: 成群encounters: 邂逅narrates: 講述legend: 傳說thanking: 感謝gratitude: 感激ancestry: 祖先confidence: 信心unfading: 不褪色

What happens when a space marine comes home from war and tries to settle into family life? In this episode, Ricky, Tracy and Damien revisit Phil Rice's 1999 film Father Frags Best with its creator. Phil recalls turning Quake II into a sitcom set, directing fellow players through typed messages, and using KeyGrip 2 to shape the camera work.The discussion explores the film's dark comedy, its inventive use of limited character models, and its place in early machinima history. Phil also reflects on how his relationship with the film has changed over the years.Key moments01:00 – Ricky introduces Father Frags Best and its place in early machinima.04:01 – Phil explains the idea behind the film and how KeyGrip 2 opened up new camera possibilities.11:57 – From familiar sitcom conventions to increasingly dark comedy.14:11 – Damien discusses the revealing post-credits production footage.16:10 – Phil recalls the single-map set, player performers and direction by text chat.21:53 – Tracy examines the story, characters and domestic setting.32:26 – Camera work, performance and the craft behind the limited animation.35:00 – Music, period humour and the challenges of sharing the film today.39:43 – Why the film matters in the history of Quake movies and machinima.44:54 – Phil reflects on revisiting work made at a different point in his life.48:14 – Voice acting and whether filmmakers could still use Quake II and KeyGrip today.Credits -Co-hosts: Ricky Grove, Phil Rice, Damien Valentine, Tracy HarwoodProducer: Ricky GroveEditor: Phil RiceMusic: Phil Rice & Suno AI

Solve crimes with the great detective in "Sherlock Holmes Short Stories." Featuring classic tales by Arthur Conan Doyle, this podcast brings you the brilliant deductions and thrilling adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of Holmes, these timeless mysteries will keep you captivated.

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Today's guest needs no introduction, but we're going to give him one anyway. Maury Povich, the legendary host of Maury and now host of the podcast On Par with Maury Povich, sits down with Dan to talk about how he got that unmistakable voice (spoiler: it's not vocal lessons), what Jerry Springer really thought of his show, and why he never wanted to know who the father was until you did.  Chapters: 0:00 Jerry Springer's greatest compliment 0:27 Welcome to the one-name club 1:36 Are Poviches built to never stop? 2:29 Starting at 16 and a case of "big shot-itis" 4:06 Four cities, four St. Patrick's Days 5:48 Connie Chung and the leap to A Current Affair 6:41 Whiskey, cigarettes and that voice 9:20 The daytime talk wars, from Donahue to Ricki Lake 11:25 The first paternity test 12:40 Storytelling and curiosity 15:03 The man who was kidnapped three times 16:45 "My show is wrestling" 17:59 The talent who went on sales calls 20:18 MoPo Productions and an Oscar 23:04 Don't get pegged 24:24 Staying sharp at 87 26:02 Geraldo and Al Capone's vault 26:46 The How Success Happens speed test 30:13 Wrap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cole recently appeared on the Analytics Power Hour, and this was such a great conversation, we're rebroadcasting it here!————There's a version of this episode where AI replaces the data visualization expert entirely, and there's a version where it's useless without one. Neither is quite right, according to Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic of Storytelling with Data, who joined Tim, Moe, and Julie to sort out where AI genuinely earns its keep in data storytelling and where it's just producing a shinier first draft of the same shitty slide. Cole—admittedly a skeptic-turned-convert who once joked she'd retire before having to deal with any of this—walks through why the humans who benefit most from AI are the ones who already have the foundation to know when to ignore it, why “let me look at some options” beats “give me the final chart” as a prompt, and why the analog, pencil-and-paper parts of the process might be the most valuable friction in the whole workflow. Bring your own opinions on whether Claude should ever be handed “the rules” and told to just go.RESOURCED MENTIONED:Show notes: https://www.storytellingwithdata.com/podcast/114Schedule your storytelling with data team trainingDownload our free SWD + AI Primer PDF documentArticle: using AI without giving up control (Alex Velez)Video: Data Storytelling in the Age of AIStorytelling with Data: AI ResourcesStorytelling with Data: AI WorkshopsMerlin Bird ID (app)Choiceology: The Algorithm Advantage (podcast)What kind of reader are you? (assessment)Funky Saurus by Matt Coen (video)

Nonprofit swag can be something that people want to use and wear. Carl Glenn, director of communications and strategy at Grand Street Settlement, talks with Farra Trompeter, co-director, about turning merchandise into a storytelling tool. They explore how to make affordable, wearable swag that staff and community members actually want, how a fundraiser tapped into local themes that turned products into program stories, and how a children's book became a relationship-building tool. Get practical, budget-conscious ideas for making your brand something people want to carry with them.

Storytelling can help public health agencies show communities what emergency preparedness looks like and why the work matters before a crisis happens. Alysia Mihalakos, chief of the Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Rhode Island Department of Health, discusses her experience serving as a subject matter expert for author Jodi Picoult's new novel “The Hollow Bones,” which features a public health preparedness leader as its main character. Mihalakos explains how the novel reflects the realities of preparedness work, including exercises, partnerships, resource challenges, and the loss of institutional knowledge following COVID-19. She also discusses how books, television, social media, and other forms of storytelling can help the public better understand the work happening behind the scenes to keep communities safe, while helping public health professionals feel seen and understood. Finally, Mihalakos shares ideas for how agencies can build creative partnerships with people who have audiences outside traditional public health channels.Funding & Collaboration Opportunities | ASTHODelaware Implements Collaborative Communication Platform for Heart Health | ASTHO

The Mizzou Storytellers podcast returns for the first episode of Season 4 with hosts Loretta Jones, Dave Matter and Producer Steve Sowers. They kick off the season with newly hired Deputy AD and Chief Operating Officer Bryan Maggard, who returned to Mizzou this summer after spending the last decade as Athletics Director at Louisiana. Maggard tells the story of his journey from Dexter, Kansas to college athletics and his 20+ years at Mizzou overseeing academics and working closely with former football coach Gary Pinkel and longtime AD Mike Alden. Bryan tells the story of his transition to AD in Lafayette and what led him to return to Mizzou earlier this year to reunite with Laird Veatch in Columbia. In their first episode in the new podcast studio, Loretta, Dave and Steve catch up on all that's happened at Mizzou in the last six months and look forward to big things in the coming weeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andy Byng joins Jane and Sarah to explore the history, philosophy, and theology of Spiritualism — and why mediumship is simply a natural part of being human. Andy has spent decades teaching and developing mediums worldwide, and brings a grounded, almost academic lens to a subject that's often treated as mysterious or rare. *This is a re-release from May 2025*. Andy shares how his own mediumship awakened, and the personal development that shaped his understanding of spirit. Storytelling sits at the heart of his teaching: life creates its own narrative, and that narrative becomes the language spirit uses to communicate with us. He also makes the case for approaching the spirit world as a partnership rather than a hierarchy, and for presenting mediumship rationally, as something that works within natural laws. The conversation turns to what mediumship offers the world right now, and the role community and personal purpose play in spiritual growth. Is mediumship a rare gift? Not according to Andy — he teaches that mediumship isn't a rare gift, but a natural expression of our connection to the spirit world, available to far more people than most assume. Takeaways Storytelling is a powerful tool for spirit communication, because every communicator needs to establish who they are. Mediumship isn't a rare gift. It's a natural expression of our connection to the spirit world. Developing as a medium starts with developing as a person. Your life experiences become part of the vocabulary spirit works with. A relationship with spirit is built on friendship, not worship. Approaching mediumship rationally, within natural laws, makes it more credible and more accessible. Tension gets in the way. An open heart and a relaxed mind leave room for connection. Mediumship can remind us of our spiritual nature when physical life feels hard. Every experience can serve a spiritual purpose. Sound bites "Storytelling is a big part of my teaching." "Life creates a narrative all by itself." "Every experience can be spiritual." Links and resources Andy Byng: andybyng.com Medium Curious Substack: mediumcuriouspod.substack.com Medium Curious website: mediumcurious.com Jane's website: janemorganmedium.com Sarah's website: sarahrathke.com Instagram: @mediumcuriouspod YouTube: @mediumcurious VerySoul.com Downloading each episode really helps Medium Curious grow. And we'd love to hear from you, so leave a comment or review wherever you listen!

This conversation was too good to leave in the archives.In this encore of our Ask an Allocator series, Stacy sits down with Bill Harding, CIO of Jackson National, who oversees $200B in assets and $29.8B in directly managed fund-of-fund assets.Bill gives us a look inside the mind of an allocator and shares what he's actually paying attention to when evaluating fund managers, because past performance is only part of the story.In this episode, Bill and Stacy discuss:Bill's backstory, from financial analyst at a cheese manufacturer to CIO at Jackson NationalWhat fund managers need to get right when pitching a potential partnershipWhy past performance alone isn't enough to earn an allocator's attentionWhy Bill sees culture as a real source of alphaThe questions fund buyers are asking behind the scenes (and why the most important ones aren't always quantitative)If you've ever wondered what really matters on the allocator side of the table, this conversation gives you a pretty good look behind the curtain. About Bill Harding:Bill Harding, CFA, is Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at Jackson National Asset Management (JNAM), where he leads asset allocation, portfolio construction, sub-adviser monitoring, and manager research. He joined JNAM in 2012 after serving as Head of Manager Research for Morningstar's Investment Management division, and has more than 30 years of experience across JNAM, Morningstar, and Leprino Foods. He holds a B.S. from the University of Colorado, Boulder and an MBA from Loyola University Chicago.Bill graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business. He holds an MBA from Loyola University Chicago and is a CFA charterholder. ---Running a fund is hard enough.Ops shouldn't be.Meet the team that makes it easier. | billiondollarbackstory.com/ultimus

Stephen Cassell, principal at Architecture Research Office and lead architect of Asha and Farid Virani Hall, joins Maya Pomroy '22 for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Rice Business' incredible new 112,000-square-foot home.Stephen shares the decisions, constraints and unexpected opportunities that shaped Virani Hall — from protecting the artistic vision behind James Turrell's “Twilight Epiphany” Skyspace to reinterpreting McNair Hall's distinctive brickwork and creating spaces designed to bring undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and the wider Rice community together. In this conversation, Stephen talks about designing spaces that encourage people to linger, connect and cross paths — from sculptural staircases and gathering spaces to Audrey's and the West Quad. He also talks about designing for a future no one can fully predict, building flexibility into classrooms and gathering spaces that will evolve with the school's needs.The result is a building that looks forward without losing sight of where Rice came from. Stephen also reflects on what it means to see students finally inhabit a place that, for four years, existed largely as an idea. More About Asha and Farid Virani HallLocated next to McNair Hall, Asha and Farid Virani Hall offers an additional 112,000 square feet for graduate and undergraduate business education at Rice Business. Skanska, one of the world's largest project development and construction companies, and Sugar Land-based B. Bell Builders broke ground on the building in May 2024. Architecture Research Office led the design, with Houston-based Kirksey Architecture serving as executive architect. The facility was completed in 2026 and named in recognition of the generosity from Asha Virani '89 and Farid Virani, Houston community and business leaders who helped establish the Virani Undergraduate School of Business in 2024. This impressive structure was built to accommodate the evolving needs of our community and our unprecedented growth — and features state-of-the-art classrooms, modern office spaces and vibrant amenities such as dining areas, open gathering spaces and facilities for private events.Virani Hall was made possible by the generosity of many. Thanks to our donors who made the space possible:Asha '89 (B.A.) and Farid ViraniThe Estate of Ralph S. O'ConnorThe Elkins FoundationJudy Ley AllenPatti '66 (B.A.) and Richard Everett '67 (B.A.)Starlett and Ben Hollingsworth '64 (B.A.)Nina and Sonu KalraMD Anderson FoundationKaren and Chris Kreidler '85 (B.A.; MBA, 1987)Russ Pitman '58 (B.A.)Rice Business Alumni Association BoardAmy Sutton '89 (B.A.; MBA, 1990) and Gary Chiles '86 (B.A.)Leslie '81 (MAcc) and Jack Blanton '01 (MBA)Kathy and Paul Mann '96 (MBA)Rice Business Partners BoardJennifer '92 (B.A.) and Charlie Geer '92 (B.A; MAcc, 1993)Vivian L. Smith FoundationAnadarko Rice Business AlumniHeather and Daniel Bradshaw '22 (MBA)Isabel and Ransom Lummis '89 (MBA)Kristen and Gregory ManciniClara and Emeka Oyolu '05 (MBA)Waverly '95 (B.A.) and Adam Peakes '95 (B.A.)EMBA Class of 2000Class of 2006Katherine and Osmar Abib '81 (B.A.)Karen '77 (B.A.; MAcc, 1978) and Larry GeorgeMelissa and Tim Griffy '79 (B.A.; MAcc, 1980)Kris and Richard McGee '83 (B.A.)Angela Minas '86 (B.A.; MBA, 1987)Debbie and Chris Patton '92 (B.A.; MAcc, 1992)Emily '94 (B.A.; MAcc, 1995) and Kevin Rabbitt '95 (B.A.)Episode Guide:00:00 Guest Intro01:37 First Impressions of Rice02:07 From Science to Architecture05:04 Houston and Rothko Chapel05:48 Proposal for Four-Year Build07:40 Designing for Connection11:21 Materials and Rice Identity16:05 Challenges and Constraints18:44 Nesting Old and New20:53 Dining and Community23:59 Future Impact Vision33:12 Rothko Chapel Work35:41 Light Pollution and LEED37:14 Closing Thanks and CreditsThe Owl Have You Know Podcast is a production of Rice Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:Connecting Rice's architectural past and future18:49: Rather than placing a larger addition just at one end of the building that was a lot taller because we needed a certain amount of square feet just to get what we want, it meant really that if you had the two buildings, they're really side by side, they follow each other, they almost nest against each other. And that basic idea for the building is they nest against each other, but they pull apart a little bit. And then where they pull apart, that's where those triple-height spaces are. And that was the opportunity. It was like, oh, we can use the character of the existing building to really shape those spaces and have the modern and the new architecture on the inside in dialogue with the old. And in some ways that's a metaphor of really also talking about how the building speaks to the future of Rice Business, but really does tie in to the, sort of, amazing past of Rice, right? And all this, learned knowledge that comes with the university.Turning limitations into innovations12:43: Sometimes that narrow band of materials that we have is, like, it could seem limiting, but it actually allows for invention and experimentation. How do you do something that feels new, because there was real discussion that the building should really speak to the future of Rice Business but connects to the historic campus? And if you look carefully at the brickwork on the outside, in addition to using the bricks... This is me nerding out a little bit for architecture, the joints between the bricks are very thick. They're almost an inch, which is very unusual. You don't see that anywhere else, except Rice. And so it gives a very distinct coloration and feel and warmth to the brickwork at, all of the buildings on campus.On designing spaces that brings people together08:23: One of the things that was really missing is the informal spaces of interaction of different scales, and that's really important for the life of a school and really important for a business school. Because people make connections. It might just be two people sitting informally having a conversation, or running into a professor, or sort of larger events, and the school needed to support that. It was really missing that space. So, we did some analysis, like, "Listen, you need these classrooms, and you need these offices and things, but I think you really need a lot more of the, sort of, informal gathering spaces of different scales that support the life of the school and support the interaction between the business community that comes in and all these different events that Rice Business has to engage with your students."Show Links: Asha and Farid Virani Hall | Rice BusinessRice University Jones School of Business | ARO

Hello to you listening wherever your feet touch the ground. Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga. Everywhere in the world women are living their lives unrecorded. What's up with that? What's the use of unrecorded lives? What are we afraid will happen if we put pen to paper to set down one memory moment of our lived experience? If we had the courage to venture into the depth of inquiry that guides a nice essay to a memorable story, what unexpected magic, freedom, or self-understanding might happen next? The depth of inquiry into our personal narratives moves even the best essays away from a nice recounting of facts and events and what happened to what did it all mean? There's more to your story than facts and events. Our stories become memorable when we deeply explore our lived experience, become curious about our motivations, what was at stake, the choices we made, the risks we took, and then reflect on how those experiences earned us a hard-won lesson. To get started recording a lived memory moment experience you recall—maybe the first job you ever had or the first time you stood up for yourself—set down the time, place and setting of the facts and events as you remember them. Next, capture highlights of the character (that would be you), who she was, how she was living her life, and why we might care about her. What was the event that upended her daily routine and set her up to want something different for herself? What was the problem that got in the way of what she wanted and how did she overcome it? Now we're embarking on the depth of inquiry. We focus our attention on the character's underlying emotions, feelings, fears, doubts, struggles, and values. These personal truths help us understand the meaning of what has happened when her routine was upended, what was at stake for her, and why she chooses to do what she does to get what she so keenly desires, come what may. When we dig deep into our lived experiences by asking difficult questions, refusing to accept our initial reactions, and allowing the story to lead us, we transform surface answers into self-awareness, self-understanding, and self-affirmation. With this first step we have begun to live a recorded life. What was the experience like for you? What is your next story? If you could use a little help from a story doula who could listen your personal story out of you, click HERE to schedule time for a brief Discovery Call. What happens next ...? As always, thank you for listening to “the music of the spoken word!” 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 on APPLE Podcast—it helps us all—& join us next time!STOP BY my newly re-imagined Quarter Moon Story Arts website ARRANGE a no-obligation Discovery CallSUBSCRIBE to STAY CURRENT with me as Diane Wyzga / Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Entering Erdenheim by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL 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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The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc., and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood. To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | FlickrHave feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org. Hosts for this EpisodeChristopher Brenton - Beta Tau Chapter (North Carolina State) Alumnus and Sigma Nu Fraternity's Director of CommunicationsGuest for this EpisodeBruce Tria - A Brother of Sigma Chi Fraternity and Owner of Tria Designs. Bruce has been a long-time partner for Sigma Nu helping shape its visual identity and the look of The Delta magazine since 2010.Episode ReferencesThe Spring 2026 Issue of The Delta - Check out the look of the latest issue of The Delta, which was redesigned earlier this year.General ResourcesEmployment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Contact Scott Smith at scott.smith@sigmanu.org for more information.Become a Volunteer - Learn more and take the next steps to become a volunteer for the Fraternity.Establish or Serve an Alumni Chapter - Learn more about how to help establish and maintain an Alumni Chapter.Organize an Alumni Club - Learn more about how to become engaged with or set up an Alumni Club.Donate to the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation - Give a gift to help advance the Fraternity's honorable Mission.

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It's been since New Year's Eve since I sat behind this mic.A lot has happened since then. My dad died. My world changed. And somewhere in the middle of grief, loneliness, unanswered questions, changing friendships, and trying to figure out how the hell you're supposed to keep living when someone who was such a huge part of your life is suddenly gone… I found myself needing this space again.So, on International Podcasting Day, I'm back where it all started: talking shit, sharing my truth, and saying the things we don't always know how to say out loud.In this episode, I'm talking about grief in all its awkward, messy, confusing glory. About missing my best friend. About feeling let down by people I thought would show up. About the pressure to “move on” when I'm still learning how to exist in a world without my dad in it.And because September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we're also going there. The uncomfortable conversation. The one about suicidal thoughts, loneliness, asking for help, and why sometimes “I'm here if you need anything” isn't enough. Sometimes you have to actually be there.This episode isn't polished. It isn't tied up with a pretty little bow. And honestly? It wasn't supposed to be.It's grief. It's love. It's anger. It's loneliness. It's dark humor. It's Dad. It's me trying to keep going.And maybe most importantly, it's a reminder to call your people. Check on your people. Make time for your parents. Say the shit you think you'll have time to say later. Because this life shit isn't guaranteed. ❤️‍

Send us Fan MailYour smartest plan can still fail if people don't feel seen first. We sit down with persuasion expert and author Josh Bandoch to unpack what actually moves human beings to action, especially when emotions are running hot and the pressure is real. If you lead teams, handle crisis management, or communicate for a living, this conversation connects the dots between neuroscience, psychology, and practical leadership communication.We get into why great persuaders lead with emotional intelligence and why negativity bias makes fear and criticism “stick” more than reassurance. Josh explains the fastest way to lose trust in a crisis: telling people they shouldn't feel what they feel, or ordering them to calm down. Instead, we talk through how to name emotions clearly, build common ground, and then pivot to a credible plan that keeps talented people from checking out or jumping ship.We also dig into persuasive storytelling, including what makes a story memorable and motivating, plus what Josh learned preparing his TEDx talk on how to be more persuasive. To close, we apply these ideas to election season and the line between persuasion and manipulation, with a simple filter for listening to candidates: do they feel authentic, and are they inviting shared action or trying to conquer the room?#crisiscommunications #crisiscomms #persuasion #crisismanagement #leadership #crisisleadership #storytellingIf this helps you lead with more clarity and calm, subscribe, share the episode with a colleague, and leave a quick review so more leaders can find it.Support the showWe'd love to hear from you.  Email the show at Tom@leadinginacrisis.com.

Solve crimes with the great detective in "Sherlock Holmes Short Stories." Featuring classic tales by Arthur Conan Doyle, this podcast brings you the brilliant deductions and thrilling adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of Holmes, these timeless mysteries will keep you captivated.

Technology can be powerful, but it cannot fix a broken organization.In this episode of the Authority On Demand Podcast (formerly Authors On Mission Podcast), host Danielle Hutchinson speaks with Dustin Domerese, founder of Dynamic Consultants Group and author of Last Chance Launch, about why technology projects fail and what organizations can do differently.With years of experience working on technology implementations, Dustin explains that many failed projects have little to do with the technology itself. Internal conflicts, poor communication, lack of alignment, broken processes, and the inability to speak up can all cause a project to go off track.Dustin also shares why he believes projects need their own set of rights, including the freedom to change direction when the original solution is no longer the right one.Key Takeaways:

There was a Book of Shadow once, its pages showed the way. So travelers through the secret lands could not be led astray. They burned the Book of Shadow because the mystery hates the light. And those who ventured after crept unguarded through the Night. Until... now. That which was lost is found! Season 11 starts this Friday, October 2nd!!! Spooked presents, "The Spooked Field Guide to the Shadow." Brand new episodes will drop weekly, all of October. Uncover new chapters with us. Be afraid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some crimes are so unusual they require a special approach. Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. 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.

Every Thursday night, Matthew Mercer leads a merry band through a maze of goblins, spells, and enchantments, as he plays an immersive role-playing game. In our story, Matthew explores what these creative games open up in him and how shining his light into the world gives others permission to do the same.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Entrepreneurs are rushing to incorporate AI into their workflow and marketing. But modern research warns us against this. In this episode, digital entrepreneur and bestselling author Ryan Levesque joins Natalie to break down why audiences are rejecting automation. He also explains why mid-tier offers are losing their profitability, which channels to build your audience on in 2026, and why constantly pursuing business growth comes at a cost. In this episode, Natalie and Ryan discuss: (01:37) Are $3K Offers Dead? (07:49) The Key Driver of Digital Marketing Success in 2026 (11:38) Why Storytelling and In-Person Events Are So Impactful (17:33) Outsourcing Copywriting to AI is a HUGE Mistake! (23:46) Where AI Actually Belongs in Your Workflow (26:04) Understanding the Right Size for Your Business (33:55) The Lifestyle Changes Startup Founders Need to Make (39:25) The #1 Platform For Building an Audience That Converts (45:33) Why Evergreen Content is Losing Potential for Virality (48:55) The Last Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI (52:39) When to Resist the Temptation to Scale Ryan Levesque is a 7-time Inc. 5000 CEO & Founder and two-time #1 national bestselling author. He's generated over $100M in revenue and has successfully sold two of his companies. His work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and NBC News. Today, he serves as a Strategic Advisor to multiple businesses and writes a weekly email newsletter, The Digital Contrarian, offering unconventional business wisdom to 100,000+ subscribers.  Sponsored By:  Fora Travel - Visit⁠⁠⁠ foratravel.com/bossbabe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn how to turn your love of trip planning into a business. FreshBooks - Get FreshBooks for less than $3 a month for your first four months at⁠ ⁠FreshBooks.com/podcast⁠⁠.  Faire - Sign up today and get 50% off your first wholesale order, up to $100 at⁠ ⁠faire.com/bossbabe⁠⁠.  AG1 - Save 20% on your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠drinkAG1.com/bossbabe⁠⁠.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Hostinger - Go to⁠ ⁠Hostinger.com/bossbabe⁠⁠ and use code BOSSBABE for 10% off. Resources Mentioned: ⁠Ryan's Article, “The Shape of Enshittification”⁠ ⁠Ryan's Book, Return to Real⁠ ⁠Ryan's Newsletter, The Digital Contrarian⁠ Connect with Ryan: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ Connect with Natalie:  ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Website⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠Natalie's Book, The Freedom-Based Business Method⁠ digital marketing, AI marketing, social media marketing, email marketing, AI for business, content marketing, Ryan Levesque, Natalie Ellis, Return to Real, digital marketing strategy, email marketing strategy, marketing trends 2026, AI marketing strategy, content strategy, social media strategy, personal branding, storytelling marketing, marketing automation, online business, audience growth, email list building, creator marketing, human marketing, business growth, digital marketing podcast

In 2012, the discovery of rock art in caves on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi changed our understanding of early human history. Archaeologist Maxime Aubert tells Leo Dunlop how his team used a new dating technique to reveal that some of the cave paintings were tens of thousands of years older than previously thought.This challenged long-held ideas that art and storytelling originated in Western Europe. Witness History is a short BBC World Service podcast about history that takes you inside big moments from the past through first-hand testimony and archive. Each weekday, in around nine minutes, we revisit one moment that helped shape the world and hear it through the voice of someone who was there. Scientists, artists, campaigners, soldiers, leaders and everyday people tell their true stories.When you subscribe to Witness History, you'll be taken inside turning points in world affairs from West Africa's fight back against Boko Haram in 2015 to the behind-closed-doors talks that led to the US-Cuba “thaw” and the surprise announcement of restored relations. You'll discover what it was like to experience disasters and how people recovered from them, including the Tabasco floods in Mexico, Portugal's worst train disaster, and the huge clean-up after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. You'll explore culture and ideas too: Sweden's Expedition Robinson, often credited as the first modern reality TV game show; the friendship between The Beatles' George Harrison and Indian sitarist Ravi Shankar; and the night a tiger attack brought Las Vegas superstars Siegfried and Roy's show to a sudden end. And if you're curious about inventions, we'll tell you how air fryers, BlackBerry, YouTube, Alexa, GPS, superglue, the shopping cart (shopping trolley) and bubble tea were created.If you're new to Witness History, the appeal is simple: real voices, one strong true story, and a fresh way to understand today through events from history – all in the time it takes to enjoy a cup of tea or a walk around the block. Join millions of BBC World Service podcast listeners around the globe and enjoy the insight, context and detail Witness History will bring you.(Photo: Sulawesi's cave art. Credit: Maxime Aubert)

Time to gear up for fall tailgating traditions! Even if you aren't into sports, you will love this one. Matt Ramage (Packer and Wisconsin superfan) joins us with some incredible stories - Who is the nicest Packer player? What famous person follows him on Instagram and why? Plus- some places to eat, drink and hang out in Green Bay and the surrounding area. This one is a blast - tune in!The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Monroe County: https://www.wicounties.org/counties/monroe-county/The Cabin is also presented to you by Badger State Brewing:www.badgerstatebrewing.comHayward Lakes: www.haywardlakes.comOak Creek: www.visitoakcreek.com

On this week's episode of You Are What You Read, we are joined by bestselling author Isabel Allende with her new book, Story Telling: A Writing Life. Isabel Allende is the author of over 30 books, having sold more than 80 million copies across 42 languages. You know her work: The Wind Knows My Name, Violeta, A Long Petal of the Sea, The House of the Spirits, Of Love and Shadows, Eva Luna, and Paula. Isabel has received fifteen honorary doctorates and has been inducted into the California Hall of Fame. She is the recipient of the PEN Center Lifetime Achievement Award, the Anisfield-Wolf Lifetime Achievement Award, the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters from the National Book Foundation, and the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom.

There's a version of this episode where AI replaces the data visualization expert entirely, and there's a version where it's useless without one. Neither is quite right, according to Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic of Storytelling with Data, who joined Tim, Moe, and Julie to sort out where AI genuinely earns its keep in data storytelling and where it's just producing a shinier first draft of the same shitty slide. Cole-admittedly a skeptic-turned-convert who once joked she'd retire before having to deal with any of this-walks through why the humans who benefit most from AI are the ones who already have the foundation to know when to ignore it, why "let me look at some options" beats "give me the final chart" as a prompt, and why the analog, pencil-and-paper parts of the process might be the most valuable friction in the whole workflow. Bring your own opinions on whether Claude should ever be handed "the rules" and told to just go. This episode is brought to you, in part, by our sponsors, Prism from Ask-Y and Stape. For complete show notes, including links to items mentioned in this episode and a transcript of the show, visit the show page: https://analyticshour.io/2026/09/29/307-ai-does-and-does-not-work-for-data-storytelling/

On today's podcast episode, we discuss the secret ingredient behind the success of sports shows, whether ancillary content ultimately makes the live broadcast more or less valuable, who now owns the fan relationship, and which sports or leagues are currently under-leveraging this entertainment IP opportunity.   Join Senior Director of Podcasts and host Marcus Johnson, Senior Analyst Ross Benes, and Senior Forecasting Analyst Zach Goldner. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on YouTube or Spotify.   Get more insights like these with our free, industry-leading newsletters covering advertising, marketing, and commerce. Sign up at emarketer.com/newsletters Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-sports-storytelling-changes-game-game © 2026 EMARKETER   Atmosphere TV is the largest streaming TV platform purpose-built for shared, social spaces like bars, restaurants, gyms, and airports. Atmosphere TV is the creator of ChiveTV and 30+ mesmerizing, audio-optional channels that entertain over 150 million monthly viewers.

Jann welcomes back high school friend Holly Fortier to delve into the complex history of Indigenous peoples in Canada ahead of September 30th, focusing on the impact of residential schools, the legacy of the Indian Act, and the ongoing journey towards truth and reconciliation. Holly shares her personal connection to these issues through the lens of her mother's experience in a residential school.  Holly also speaks about her work in the film industry, her passion for storytelling, and the importance of Indigenous representation in the arts. She also discusses the significance of teaching Indigenous history to children, and the need for self-care and recognition of Indigenous excellence.  More About Holly Fortier: Holly is Cree/Dene from Ft. McKay First Nation, Alberta, was born in Treaty 7 Territory and was fortunate to be raised by cultural leaders, academics and activists. She owns a business that specializes in the development and delivery of Indigenous Awareness Training. She has been delivering trainings across Canada since 2007 to thousands and thousands of participants from government, corporate clients, educators, service organizations and first responders.  Her passion for sharing Indigenous history and culture rises out of her mother's inspirational survival from a childhood in Indian Residential School, a story of courage, resilience and eventual triumph. Holly's presentations go beyond facts and statistics to insightful personal testimony delivered in a compassionate, non-judgmental way. Those who attend her trainings describe them as “life changing” where they learn things they have never heard before and see complicated cultural issues with new perspective.  Holly's Recommended Links: 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act: Helping Canadians Make Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples a Reality By Bob Joseph https://link.amazon/B01iEyYeB kinanâskomitin  (Thank you in Cree) ~Holly Fortier~ www.nistoconsulting.com www.twocanoesmedia.com https://twocanoesmedia.com/a-mothers-voice/ https://vimeo.com/1077758553/d8f1b7aa59?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Support is available during Truth and Reconciliation Week. If you require support, please contact the 24-Hour Residential School Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. Leave us a voicenote! ⁠www.jannardenpod.com/voicemail/⁠⁠ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/JannArdenPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.jannardenpod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/jannardenpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Proudly produced by Women in Media Network: https://www.womeninmedia.network/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Indigenous Stories (03:07) The Impact of Residential Schools (05:46) Understanding Traditional Territories (09:02) The Historical Context of Indigenous Relations (12:01) The Legacy of the Indian Act (15:00) Apologies and Healing (17:55) Cultural Genocide and Its Effects (21:08) The Importance of Truth and Reconciliation (23:48) The Role of Arts in Indigenous Advocacy (26:59) Looking Forward: Hope and Change (32:12) The Journey into Film and Storytelling (37:22) Indigenous Representation in the Arts (41:08) Teaching Indigenous History to Children 49:06 Self-Care and Indigenous Excellence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spy Ninjas President Shelly Soriano breaks down how the YouTube-native serialized franchise scaled to 47 million subscribers and expanded beyond digital video into live entertainment, licensing, and retail.She reveals why keeping production values intentionally accessible maintains viewer trust, how a $25 million investment fuels their expansion, and why traditional entertainment talent must adapt to platform-native storytelling.Key Highlights

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Show SummaryOn today's episode, we're having a conversation with Elizabeth Musselman, an Elizabeth Dole Caregiver Fellow, about the unrecognized evolution of veteran caregiving and the hidden burdens placed on military children.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestElizabeth Musselman is a military caregiver and a 2026 Elizabeth Dole Foundation Caregiver Fellow. In this role, she works with policymakers, Special Operations families, and veteran-serving organizations on the mental health needs of children living in veteran caregiver homes, a population largely absent from current policy and program design. Her advocacy focuses on the intergenerational effects of combat injury, including how a veteran parent's symptoms shape a child's development, attachment, and role in the family. She is a member of the Hidden Helpers Coalition and delivered the keynote address at the 2025 Elizabeth Dole Foundation National Convening in Washington, D.C. Elizabeth previously built a career in finance and technology and earned her J.D. before becoming the full-time caregiver for her husband, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, and raising their three children in the home his service shaped. Links Mentioned in this Episode Elizabeth Dole Foundation WebsiteMCON Health SummitElizabeth on LinkedInPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's resource of the week is the PsychArmor course, Supporting Youth Who Support Veterans. Caregiving youth often make sacrifices to provide care for family members who are ill, injured, elderly, or disabled. This course acknowledges the contributions of these youth caregivers, goes into the scope of the problem, and offers some solutions.You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/supporting-youth-who-support-veterans Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

On this week's show spend quality time with new records from Soft Science and Phoebe Bridgers, spin fresh tracks from Morphine, Caroline Rose, and The War On Drugs, and get our autumn sweaters out of storage in time for pumpkin spice season  All this and much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Retelling the story of your favourite film, or book, can be a great way to practise your speaking skills in English. It can help you focus on narrative tenses, vocabulary recall and spoken fluency, while having fun reliving some great moments from cinema or literature. In this episode I demonstrate this, while giving you an entertaining re-telling of Steven Spielberg's classic dinosaur adventure, Jurassic Park (the original and best in the franchise).Listen as I tell the story from the point of view of one of the main characters. Notice the phrases and descriptive words I use, and check the PDF transcript later to reinforce your learning through reading. In the second half of the episode to hear my own self-corrections and feedback, focusing on better vocabulary and scientific terms I could have used in the episode.Improvising this version of the story was both a challenge, and a lot of fun for me! You can try it too. No need to use the original plot - feel free to get creative and just have fun telling your own version of a story you know well.Get the PDF transcript here