Podcasts about Storytelling

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For our 50th Local Legends interview episode, we've rustled up author and award-winning storyteller Michael Harvey, and made him talk about the extremely dreamy Welsh county of Radnorshire. Michael is a Welsh storyteller and author with more than 25 years of experience. Gongs include a Major Creative Wales Award and a British Award for Storytelling Excellence. He is known for telling traditional stories from Celtic and Welsh oral traditions, and, for a time, worked at the Bleddfa Centre in Radnorshire - the historic Welsh county that has been our focus on Three Ravens this week.To learn all about Michael's work and find out where to see him next, check his website here.Speaking with Michael for this episode was a genuine pleasure, and it's a conversation which ranges, including discussions of stories from and about Radnorshire to a lot more besides, encompassing Welsh history and folk customs to life at the Bleddfa Week of Storytelling.Maybe this conversation will prompt the universe to conspire to bring it back.Otherwise, we we will speak to you again on Monday for Series 7 Episode 4, about the the history and folklore of the historic Welsh county of Pembrokeshire!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Qasem Waleed is a 28-year-old physicist who has lived in Gaza his whole life. In 2024, he joined a chorus of Palestinians sharing videos and pictures and writing about the chaos and violence they were living through, as Israel's military bombardment devastated their lives. But Qasem was trying to describe his reality through the lens of the most notoriously confusing and inscrutable field of science ever, quantum mechanics. We talked to him, from a cafe near the Al-Mawasi section of Gaza, to find out why. And over the course of several conversations, he told us how this reality-breaking corner of science has helped him survive. And how such unspeakable violence actually let him understand, in a visceral way, quantum mechanics' most counter-intuitive ideas. Special thanks to Katya Rogers, Karim Kattan, Allan Adams, Sarah Qari, Soren Wheeler, and Pat WaltersEPISODE CREDITS: Reported by - Lulu MillerProduced by - Jessica Yungwith mixing help from - Jeremy BloomFact-checking by - Emily Kreigerand Edited by  - Alex NeasonEPISODE CITATIONS:Videos - A Brief History of Quantum Mechanics with Sean Carroll, The Royal Institution (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hVmeOCJjOU)Introduction to Superposition, with MIT's Allan Adams (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ3bPUKo5zc)The Quantum Wavefunction, Explained (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOI4DlWQ_1w)Articles - Read a selection of Qasem's published essays about his life in Gaza and the quantum world: I am stuck in a box like Schrodinger's in Gaza (https://zpr.io/ALDVi9E5bRt8) Israel has turned Gaza's summer into a weapon (https://zpr.io/YS4WK4hVQC5T)The Physics of Death in Gaza (https://zpr.io/hxsgxicVqPAd) Signup for our newsletter!! 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 Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

Cover it with darkness, and night, and shadows, and lies… hush. But some secrets are like seeds. Welcome to the garden.STORIESLibbyJennifer and her daughter Taylor both know their family home is haunted… but they don't want to share that secret, even with each other. A big thank you to Jennifer and Taylor for sharing your story with us! Sound design by Bells Atlas.No Voy a Tener NietosMaria's mother always wanted a son. And when Maria had a son, of her own, her mother didn't get enough time with him. So when she died, she made sure to came back to be with her beloved nieto.Gracias Maria for sharing your story with Spooked.Produced by Eliza Smith, Anna Sussman, and Shaina Shealy. Original music by Renzo Gorrio and Leon Morimoto. Artwork by Sanaa Khan.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Photographer Steve Schapiro was often at the scene. Schapiro photographed historical Civil Rights marches, public figures like Muhammad Ali, David Bowie, and Robert Kennedy, and was also called to photograph films like "Taxi Driver" and "The Godfather." Before Schapiro died in 2022 at the age of 88, he sat down for interviews to reflect on his life and career. The result of those interviews is a new documentary, "Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere," in theaters November 14th and showing for a week at DCTV's Firehouse Cinema. Director Maura Smith, who also happens to be Schapiro's wife, reflects on her husbands legacy with the camera.

Filmmaker Elizabeth Lo talks about her new documentary "Mistress Dispeller," in which a woman hires a professional to break up her husband's affair. 'Mistress Dispeller' is featured at this year's DOC NYC festival.

Recibimos a Connie Ansaldi, comunicadora, emprendedora y fundadora de CUX AI, la startup que integra tecnología e inteligencia emocional para acompañar el bienestar humano en la era digital. En esta conversación íntima y provocadora, exploramos los límites (y las posibilidades) entre lo humano y lo artificial, la búsqueda de propósito en un mundo hiperconectado y el valor de la autenticidad como punto de partida. Connie comparte cómo redefinió el éxito, qué significa liderar desde la vulnerabilidad y por qué una comunidad real no se construye con números, sino con la verdad. Hablamos del futuro de la salud emocional, del rol de la empatía como motor de transformación y de cómo la tecnología, sin conciencia, puede terminar por deshumanizarnos.Temas Tratados:Reinventarse y sostener la esencia a través del cambio.Redefinir el éxito: del reconocimiento externo a la tranquilidad interna.La vulnerabilidad como signo de madurez y liderazgo.Storytelling emocional: por qué las marcas necesitan sentir para conectar.El poder de la autenticidad y los tres pilares: ser querible, creíble y relevante.Comunidad vs. audiencia: la diferencia entre tener seguidores y tener vínculos reales.La cultura del exceso y la crisis emocional de la Generación Z.Cómo la sobreexposición y la inmediatez afectan la salud emocional.La revolución de la inteligencia artificial y el futuro del trabajo.La pregunta esencial detrás de toda innovación: “¿Quién y para qué?”.Riesgos éticos de la tecnología y el rol de la conciencia humana.IA y empatía: diseñar tecnología que escuche, no que reemplace.Cómo CUX AI busca democratizar la salud emocional digital.La salud como un todo: integrar lo mental, físico y emocional.El propósito como guía en los negocios conscientes.Conectá con Connie en Instagram Conectá con Cux.AIConectá con Sebastian en InstagramSebastianNaum.com

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The best B2B brands don't just tell a story. They live it across every team, channel, and touchpoint.  But how do you get everyone aligned — from sales to customer success — without the story getting lost in translation (or buried in features)?  That question sits at the center of this conversation, as Drew talks with Marca Armstrong (Sensera Systems) and Caitlin Cassady (Beyond) about how to build a team of company-wide storytellers. From capturing customer language to coaching teams on how to use it, they reveal how to make your story stick—and scale. In this episode:  Marca starts with a simple headline story ("build with confidence") and ensures it shows up consistently in every GTM motion.  Caitlin turns real customer stories into marketing fuel, using a "so what?" filter to connect features to real outcomes.  Together, they treat storytelling as everyone's job, so marketing, sales, and CX all carry the same story.  Plus:  Measuring story-led work vs. feature blasts  Spotting what moves pipeline  Keeping language sharp so customer phrasing shows up in deals  Making storytelling a team sport across the company If you want a story your customers instantly recognize—no matter who they talk to—this episode gives you the moves to make it happen.  For full show notes and transcripts, visit https://renegademarketing.com/podcasts/ To learn more about CMO Huddles, visit https://cmohuddles.com/

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Industrial Talk is talking to Danny Gonzales, CEO and Host of Industrial Sage about "The power behind industrial storytelling". Scott Mackenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industrial professionals and their innovations. In this episode, he discusses the importance of storytelling in the industry with Danny Gonzales, founder of Industrial Sage. Gonzales emphasizes the need for compelling narratives to change perceptions of manufacturing and inspire the next generation. He highlights various storytelling methods, including podcasts, documentaries, and internal communications. They also discuss the challenges of innovation, the impact of AI and automation, and the necessity of human interaction in the workplace. Gonzales encourages leaders to communicate effectively and involve frontline workers to foster a culture of innovation and improve retention. Action Items [ ] @Scott MacKenzie - Review your internal communication strategies to ensure leadership is actively engaging employees and fostering a culture of innovation.[ ] @Scott MacKenzie - Implement a feedback loop to involve frontline workers in identifying areas for process improvements and technology implementations.[ ] Reach out to Danny Gonzales at Industrial Sage to discuss how to effectively tell the story of your manufacturing or industrial company. Outline Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Speaker 1 introduces Scott Mackenzie and the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations.Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the podcast, highlighting its global reach and celebrating industrial professionals for their boldness and innovation.The podcast aims to help industrial professionals tell their stories in an engaging way, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in the industry.Scott encourages listeners to connect with him on the podcast platform to discuss their stories and experiences. The Importance of Storytelling in Industry Scott MacKenzie stresses the need for industrial professionals to step out of their comfort zones and tell their stories boldly and radically.He believes that storytelling is crucial for inspiring the next generation of industrial leaders and motivating them to join the industry.Scott introduces Danny Gonzales, an industrial sage who creates compelling video productions to tell the story of the manufacturing industry.He expresses his admiration for industrial professionals and their work, urging them to appreciate and elevate their contributions. Danny Gonzales' Background and Industrial Sage Danny Gonzales shares his background, starting a video production company called Optimum Productions and later founding Industrial Sage in 2017.He explains his passion for storytelling, which began during his time as a missionary in Mexico, and how he transitioned to creating videos for B2B and industrial purposes.Danny discusses the mission of Industrial Sage to change the perception of the manufacturing industry, highlighting its innovation and impact on daily life.He emphasizes the importance of great storytelling in showcasing the true nature of the manufacturing industry and its significance. Storytelling Techniques and Content Creation Danny explains the various storytelling techniques used by Industrial Sage, including podcasts, news content, mini-documentary series, and bi-weekly shows.He shares examples of their content, such as the "Industries of the Future" series with Schneider Electric and the "American Makers" podcast.Danny highlights the importance of targeting different audiences,...

Barna Donovan, a professor of communication and media studies at St. Peter's University, offers a compelling perspective on the evolving landscape of cinema, firmly rejecting the notion that the art form is dead. With a rich background in film studies from the University of Miami, Donovan delves into how interconnected cinematic universes, such as Marvel, have reshaped storytelling and audience engagement, reflecting a significant shift rather than a decline. As a staunch advocate for independent cinemas and original content, he emphasizes the role of neighborhood theaters in celebrating film as an art form and creating vibrant community events that draw audiences in. Through his teaching, Donovan equips the next generation of filmmakers and media professionals with the tools to navigate this dynamic industry, encouraging them to embrace innovation while preserving the essence of cinematic storytelling.00:06:16) The Rise of Cinematic Universes and Theaters(00:08:31) Rise of Streaming Platforms among Young Audiences(00:12:00) Influence of Streaming on Filmmaking Autonomy(00:21:47) Interconnected Universe Concept Shapes Audience Engagement Trends(00:23:45) Interconnected Superhero Film Overload(00:26:37) Marvel's Gimmicks: A Threat to Storytelling(00:31:44) Creative Downturn in Film Industry(00:51:54) Socially Engaging Movie Theaters for Generation Z(00:57:46) Community Events and Original Content Advocacy

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In this episode, discover how to optimize your Amazon listings this holiday season, and our guest shares her FILTER framework and why the human touch still beats AI in driving conversions.   Unlock the secrets of e-commerce success this holiday season by mastering the art of Amazon listing optimization with Karyn Thomas, our seasoned guest with a knack for turning Amazon product pages into sales powerhouses. Journey through her inspiring transition from a marketing professional to a listing optimization guru, and discover the innovative FILTR framework that transforms ordinary product listings into irresistible offers. This episode offers a ton of strategies and insights that have propelled Karyn to the forefront of the e-commerce world, setting up your listings for stellar conversion rates and category rankings.   Dive deep into the FILTER framework, where each element, plays a pivotal role in capturing the attention and hearts of customers. Harness the power of "why" from Simon Sinek's philosophy to engage shoppers on an emotional level, and learn practical ways to apply these concepts to your listings. Karyn also unveils the critical importance of visuals in product listings, exploring the use of advanced AI tools to enhance image analysis and storytelling that resonates with your target demographic.   As the digital landscape evolves, so must your strategies. Explore the latest trends in video content and AI integration for Amazon and beyond. Karyn discusses the growing potential of platforms like TikTok Shop and shares insights on maintaining a human touch amidst technological advancements. This conversation is packed with actionable tips to optimize your listings continuously, ensuring they remain competitive and compelling. Join us and embrace the exciting future of e-commerce with confidence and creativity.   In episode 473 of the AM/PM Podcast, Kevin and Karyn discuss: 00:00 - Listing Optimization Strategies for Amazon Sales 10:08 - Key Factors in Amazon Sales Success 11:28 - Listing Optimization Framework 18:17 - The Power of Storytelling in Sales 22:21 - Optimizing Amazon Listings With Images 29:01 - Amazon Listing Optimization Strategies 32:09 - Video Creation for Advertising and Listings 35:30 - Differentiating Product Positioning for Listings 41:20 - Effective Amazon Listing Design Strategies 45:26 - Importance of Design in Amazon Sales 47:37 - Human Touch in E-Commerce 55:50 - Human Touch in AI Marketing

Actors Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, one-time co-stars in "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," have reunited on stage in Jamie Lloyd's production of "Waiting for Godot" on Broadway. They discuss the show, which is running now through January 4.

The new revival of Rajiv Joseph's play "Gruesome Playground Injuries" charts the lives and relationships of two childhood best friends, played by Tony winner Kara Young and "Succession" star Nicholas Braun. Joseph, Young, and Braun discuss the show, which is running at the Lucille Lortel Theatre through December 28.

Former sports broadcaster Brooke Kromer reveals how she built a thriving luxury real estate business on Florida's 30A, helping athletes invest wisely.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss interviews Brooke Kromer, founder of Kromer Collective, who shares her journey from NFL sidelines to Florida's luxury 30A coast.Brooke discusses how she transitioned from sports broadcasting into real estate, built a powerhouse all-women team, and discovered her niche helping NFL athletes and coaches invest in high-return beachfront properties.She explains how storytelling, market mastery, and consistency built her brand — and why emotional intelligence and community are key to lasting success in real estate.You'll learn:How Brooke transitioned from sports broadcasting to real estateWhy niching with athletes became her competitive advantageThe secrets behind building a successful all-women teamHow she negotiates million-dollar deals with confidence30A's unique investment opportunities and market trendsHow to turn rental properties into profitable lifestyle assetsThe power of storytelling in real estate marketingThe importance of consistency in branding and social mediaHow faith, people, and relationships define her “why”

In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae Wright share the timeless wisdom they would impart to their younger selves. Through reflection and heartfelt honesty, they explore three powerful lessons each has learned along the way. LaRae opens up about embracing changing perspectives, nurturing her gifts, and cherishing time spent with elders. Scott shares the importance of self-compassion, respecting the earth and all living things, and honoring the feminine on a deeper level. Timestamps[02:50] LaRae's first advice: It's okay for your perspective to change[04:11] The biggest contributing factor to LaRae not being open to perspective change[11:11] Scott's first advice: Don't be so hard on yourself [19:02] LaRae's second advice: Nurture your gifts and talents [26:57] The book: The Artist's Way[28:33] Scott's second advice: Respect the earth and all living things on earth[35:39] LaRae's third advice: Spend more time with the older people [38:45] Scott's third advice: Have a deeper respect  for the feminineNotable quotes:“For us to have the fully human experience that we are meant to have, allow and expect your perspective to change, and it's okay.” - LaRae Wright. [03:52]“You should question everything because it gives you a deeper understanding, commitment, and a deeper sense of knowing.” - LaRae Wright. [07:05]“Learn to be in a relationship, not just for physical reasons but for emotional, mental, and spiritual reasons.” - Scott Wright [43:04]Relevant links:Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise Kyle Hunt sits down with Mark Dixon of Odd Fellows Contracting to unpack the stories and simple frameworks he uses to sell remodeling work without feeling salesy. Mark shares his four possible decisions script, his spaghetti dinner and tomato analogies for talking about price and bids, and how he uses feel felt found and psychological reciprocity to build trust. You will hear how a lifetime in remodeling and decades of sales training turned into a practical toolbox of one liners, questions, and stories you can swipe and adapt for your own sales process. ----- Ready to streamline your business and increase profits? Visit JobTreadto see how their all-in-one construction management software helps remodelers and builders simplify estimating, scheduling, job costing, and invoicing. Want to hear JobTread in action? Check out our upcoming January episode featuring stories from the JobTread Connect User Conference in Dallas. You'll hear directly from contractors who are using JobTread to boost profits, improve communication, and deliver a better client experience. ----- Explore the vast array of tools, training courses, a podcast, and a supportive community of over 2,000 remodelers. Visit Remodelersontherise.com today and take your remodeling business to new heights! ----- Takeaways Sales is a skill that requires continuous learning and practice. Storytelling is a powerful tool in sales to connect with clients. Understanding client needs is crucial for effective sales conversations. Empathy plays a significant role in building trust with clients. Using analogies, like making spaghetti, can clarify complex ideas. Having a toolbox of sales techniques helps in various situations. Addressing price objections with understanding can lead to better outcomes. Creating an upfront contract sets clear expectations for clients. The remodeling process often involves going backwards before moving forward. Professionalism in sales doesn't mean being overly formal; authenticity matters. ----- Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mark Dixon and Odd Fellows Contracting 03:39 Mark's Journey in Remodeling and Personal Life 06:38 The Importance of Networking and Relationships in Business 09:28 Sales Strategies and Learning from Experience 12:43 The Role of Storytelling in Sales 15:50 Sales Tools: The Four Decisions and Upfront Contracts 18:40 Creative Sales Techniques: The Spaghetti Analogy 21:55 The Spaghetti Analogy: Understanding Client Needs 25:20 The Power of Storytelling in Sales 27:58 Comparing Remodeling Companies: The Tomato Analogy 32:06 Educated Homeowners: The Remodeling Landscape in 2025 34:43 Addressing Price Objections: Strategies for Success 40:49 Becoming a Professional Without Being Professional

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Is Your Business Telling the Stories that Sell and add Value? In today's competitive marketplace, it's not the best ideas that win—it's the best stories. This week on A New Direction, I sit down with strategist and author Gavin McMahon to discuss his powerful new book, Story Business: Why Stories Rule the World and How They Can Reinvent Your Business. Gavin reveals why every leader, CEO, and sales professional must learn the language of storytelling if they want to inspire, influence, and ignite action. We'll explore the 6 essential genres of business storytelling—Value, Product, Brand, Sales, Leadership, and Culture—and how each one can transform the way you communicate and connect. Whether you're pitching an idea, leading a team, or building a brand, mastering these six stories can elevate your message from informative to unforgettable. Gavin will share practical insights on turning complexity into clarity, data into drama, and strategy into stories that stick. You'll learn why simplicity is a competitive edge, how to make your message “retellable,” and what separates a leader who speaks from one who truly connects. By the end of this episode, you'll understand how storytelling drives alignment, motivation, and measurable results—because when people believe the story, they believe in the mission. Join Gavin McMahon and me, Coach Jay on A New Direction. Discover how these six stories can help you inspire your team, elevate your influence, and lead your business in a whole new direction. Gavin McMahon's book, Story Business: Why Stories Rule the World and How They Can Reinvent Your Business" is a mind bender of a book.  Hold on to your brains folks, because this book is going to challenge the way you think about every presentation, every intereaction, and every piece of marketing you do in your business. The fact is...the stories matter!  Here is the big fact: Our brains are wired for stories.  Just think about it for a second.  What is your favorite movie?  Got it?  Why is it your favorite?  There is something about the story, right?  Well what if we apply the same principles to every avenue of your business?  And that is exactly what Gavin McMahon does in "Story Business".  He pulls the elements of great storytelling and makes it applicable to you regardless of size of business or budget. Many powerful things in the book, but the first one that stands out is the Motive Triangle:  Hope, Fear, and Reason.  The fact is we don't make our decisions rationally.  Here is the key: Emotions create action. Reason creates rationalization.  If you want people to move you have to connect to emotion...and when you can oppose hope and fear...you have a recipe for success! Secondly, The Six Genres of Storytelling are extremely powerful: Value Storytelling, Brand Storytelling, Product Story Telling, Sales Storytelling, Leader Storytelling, and Culture Storytelling opens up our minds to worlds and possibilities that I certainly had not thought of before until I read the book. I think Story Business is a must read for everyone.  Check it out by clicking: Story Business Please reach out and thank the financial sponsors of A New Direction: Enhance Your Audiobook Experience with Zoundy! If you're an author or narrator looking to produce high-quality audiobooks with ease, Zoundy is the ultimate tool you need. Designed specifically for audiobook creation, Zoundy delivers crystal-clear sound, seamless editing capabilities, and professional-grade production tools—all in one intuitive platform. Whether you're recording your own book or refining your narration, Zoundy ensures every word is heard with perfection. And here's the best part: As a listener of A New Direction, you get an exclusive deal! Head over to zoundy.com/jay and use the code JAY25 at checkout to unlock special savings on your audiobook production. Don't settle for anything less than studio-quality sound—power up your audiobook journey today with Zoundy!

Kaitie and Kyle Nickel are entrepreneurs, storytellers, and community builders based in Cleveland. They have grown beloved brands such as Cleveland Vibes, The Cleveland Market, and Cleve or Leave to reach hundreds of thousands of followers and many millions of people. Their work is driven by a shared goal: to connect people, celebrate local culture, and inspire growth. Passionate about empowering small businesses and shaping Cleveland's cultural identity, Kaitie and Kyle have built a family business that blends storytelling, innovation, and community into something uniquely impactful.In our conversation, we discuss the origins of Cleveland Vibes and how it became a platform for positive storytelling. We explore how the couple is reframing Cleveland's narrative and brand for a new generation, and how their work has evolved from social media into events, agency projects, and viral cultural moments. We also talk about what it means to build a family business and define success through community impact.Kaitie and Kyle are doing incredible work telling Cleveland's story, and I'm excited to share our conversation with you today.00:00:00 - Introduction and Setting the Stage00:02:53 - Discovering Cleveland: A New Perspective00:05:36 - Kaitie's Journey: From Nursing to Creative Storytelling00:08:00 - The Storytelling Challenge: Changing Perceptions of Cleveland00:12:20 - The Birth of Cleveland Vibes: A Community Movement00:17:04 - Cleveland Vibes Today: More Than Just Social Media00:18:18 - Building an Audience: The Power of Community00:23:43 - Entrepreneurial Lessons: Building Together00:27:10 - Cleve or Leave: A New Brand Emerges00:29:52 - Creative Process: Froggy's Journey to Fame00:33:52 - Preparing for Viral Moments00:37:59 - The Creative Playground00:39:43 - Defining Success and Vision00:44:42 - Changing Perceptions of Cleveland00:49:02 - The Brand of Cleveland00:51:37 - Hidden Gems-----LINKS:https://clevelandvibes.com/https://www.facebook.com/clevelandvibes/-----SPONSOR:Roundstone InsuranceRoundstone Insurance is proud to sponsor Lay of The Land. Founder and CEO, Michael Schroeder, has committed full-year support for the podcast, recognizing its alignment with the company's passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and community leadership.Headquartered in Rocky River, Ohio, Roundstone was founded in 2005 with a vision to deliver better healthcare outcomes at a more affordable cost. To bring that vision to life, the company pioneered the group medical captive model — a self-funded health insurance solution that provides small and mid-sized businesses with greater control and significant savings.Over the past two decades, Roundstone has grown rapidly, creating nearly 200 jobs in Northeast Ohio. The company works closely with employers and benefits advisors to navigate the complexities of commercial health insurance and build custom plans that prioritize employee well-being over shareholder returns. By focusing on aligned incentives and better health outcomes, Roundstone is helping businesses save thousands in Per Employee Per Year healthcare costs.Roundstone Insurance — Built for entrepreneurs. Backed by innovation. Committed to Cleveland.-----Stay up to date by signing up for Lay of The Land's weekly newsletter — sign up here.Past guests include Justin Bibb (Mayor of Cleveland), Pat Conway (Great Lakes Brewing), Steve Potash (OverDrive), Umberto P. Fedeli (The Fedeli Group), Lila Mills (Signal Cleveland), Stewart Kohl (The Riverside Company), Mitch Kroll (Findaway — Acquired by Spotify), and over 200 other Cleveland Entrepreneurs.Connect with Jeffrey Stern on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreypstern/Follow Lay of The Land on X @podlayofthelandhttps://www.jeffreys.page/

As we're increasingly inundated with AI-generated content and algorithm-driven ads, what's more powerful: yet another new technology, or the authentic voice of the small business owner on the corner? Agility requires not just reacting to market shifts, but deeply understanding the very fabric of the communities you serve and having the conviction to amplify their voices over your own. It's about finding strength not in shouting louder, but in listening closer. Today, we're going to talk about how a brand can cut through an increasingly crowded market by turning its most loyal customers into its most powerful advocates. We'll explore the strategy of reasserting brand relevance through authentic, community-driven storytelling, and what it takes to execute this when competitors are focused on features and scale.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome Lindsey Irvine, Chief Marketing Officer at Square. About Lindsey Irvine Lindsey Irvine is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Square, the technology company that makes commerce and financial services easy and accessible. With nearly two decades of experience in marketing, strategy, and leadership across both large enterprises and fast-growing startups, Irvine is responsible for overseeing Square's global marketing efforts, driving brand awareness, customer engagement, and market growth around the world, all in service of the company's mission to empower businesses and entrepreneurs worldwide.Before joining Square, Irvine was CMO at Benchling, pioneer of the R&D Cloud powering the biotechnology industry. Prior to that, she spent nearly a decade at Salesforce, where she held several leadership roles, including global CMO for MuleSoft, and played a key part in developing go-to-market strategies across IoT, industry verticals, and cloud solutions. She is credited with driving high-impact global marketing strategies and helping position Salesforce as a leader in the enterprise software space. Lindsey Irvine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseyirvine/ Resources Square: https://squareup.com/us/en The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

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This episode of SANDCAST: Beach Volleyball with Tri Bourne and Travis Mewhirter, is a SANDCAST family affair! Bringing in our star videographer, Daniel "Frito" Freitas and co-host and regular contributor Kyle Friend to chat all things beach volleyball, and particularly what we can do from a storytelling standpoint. 

Guest: Ken BurnsHe's an Award-Winning Filmmaker known for his documentary films and television series, many of which chronicle American history and culture. Some of his most popular works include the Civil War, Baseball, Jazz, the National Parks, Prohibition, the Roosevelts, the Vietnam War, and Country Music. Behind the majestic shots and carefully chosen words, there's another character always in the frame: the weather. From outracing clouds to chasing snow that just won't fall, even filmmaker Ken Burns has learned that Mother Nature doesn't always take direction. While shooting his newest series The American Revolution, weather wasn't just a backdrop — it was a full-fledged co-star. Today, we'll talk with Ken about the challenges and surprises of filming history in real weather, how climate and geography shaped the American Revolution, and why sometimes the best storyteller is the sky.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ken Burns and His Work01:10 The Role of Weather in Filmmaking02:22 The American Revolution: A Complex Narrative04:19 Challenges of Capturing Weather in Filmmaking07:14 The Importance of Authenticity in Storytelling09:36 Weather's Impact on Historical Events12:13 Technological Advancements and Their Influence14:27 The Unpredictability of History17:31 The Drama of Real Weather in StorytellingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Picture it. You're about to dive into yet another strategy planning session with your team. You've got the flip charts, the markers, the frameworks, the best intentions… and a sinking feeling that this is going to end up just like last time—disconnected, circular, and unclear. Somewhere along the way, you've probably heard that storytelling can help. But not so fast. My guest today, Brett Davidson, is here to turn that idea on its head. He's the founder and principal of Wingseed, where he helps foundations and nonprofits around the world use narrative, storytelling, listening, and creativity for social justice. He also serves as the Narrative Lead at IRIS (International Resource for Impact and Storytelling), a donor collaborative advancing narrative strategies for impact. Brett brings a powerful reframe for how we think about storytelling in organizations—and it's one that will completely reshape how you approach strategy, identity, and meaning-making on your team. Before my conversation with Brett, I was an enthusiastic promoter of individual storytelling in organizations. But Brett helped me see the limits of that approach and the need to move from me stories to we stories—from storytelling to storylistening.

Stephen Hughie Lasseter is the author of Kingston To The Rescue. He is also a special education teacher in Philadelphia, where he teaches reading and math to elementary school students. He designed an educational program called Educate to Skate. Educate to Skate combines the metrics of learning, physical exercise and independence with skateboarding to teach math, geometry and science to elementary and middle school students.In our talk, Hughie and discuss how his son's skateboarding career influenced his work in special education. He also details how he intended his book to also teach reading and how storytelling can be a wonderful teaching tool. For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode161.

In this episode, we talk with Will Storr, author of The Science of Storytelling, about why humans are wired for narrative. From identity and status to simplicity and surprise, Will shares how marketers can craft stories that persuade, stick, and move people to action.

The villain isn't a stand in for the hero's shadow. The villain is a warning to the hero if the hero doesn't learn to integrate their shadow. The Incredibles is storytelling gold and a very clear example of the role of the villain and hero plus their relationship to the hero's shadow. Of course, every good superhero movie needs a hero's monologue and The Incredibles delivers. This week is a great week for both our topics, so join us as we don our capes and wear our undies on the outside! -M. Acquire the power to write a bestselling story at storynerd.ca/courses For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.

You know those Wall Street movies where young, hungry salespeople make 500 dials a day?That was real life for Devon Drew.He built his career in distribution at some of the biggest asset managers in the world—including Vanguard—before walking away from it all to launch AssetLink, a tech platform designed to disrupt how fund distribution gets done.Because Devon realized something: the model wasn't just archaic, it was broken.Now, he's putting powerful tools in the hands of fund managers who've been overlooked for too long and giving wholesalers a way to work smarter, not harder.In this episode, Stacy and Devon discuss: What it's really like to go from Wall Street to founder lifeWhy the old-school “spray and pray” sales model needs to goHow AssetLink is making sales teams more efficient (and more human)What Silicon Valley taught Devon about innovation (and what Wall Street can learn from it)His experience with Google's accelerator program and what it means to build “tomorrow, today”More About Devon:Devon Drew is the Founder & CEO of AssetLink, an AI-powered platform modernizing fund distribution.With 18+ years in asset management and over $30B raised, his career spans major players like:Merrill Lynch & J.P. Morgan Chase (Financial Advisor)Fred Alger & American Century (VP, Wealth Management Sales)Vanguard ($10T AUM, Sr. Exec in Broker/Dealer Sales)In 2021, Devon founded DFD Partners, the early version of what would become AssetLink, a tool built to help under-resourced managers compete and win in distribution.Drew has been recognized for his innovative work, receiving several accolades, including:• Top 25 Founders of 2025 by Founders Square• 2025 AWD Pioneer Award• Top 10 to Watch in 2024 by wealthmanagement.com• Finalist for the Wealthies Award in 2023, 2024 & 2025 ---Running a fund is hard enough.Ops shouldn't be.Meet the team that makes it easier. | billiondollarbackstory.com/ultimus- - -Thinking about expanding your investor base beyond the US? Not sure where to start? Take our quick quiz to find out if your firm is ready to go global and get all the info at billiondollarbackstory.com/gemcap

How does something as simple as a five-star rating system reveal subtle biases?When she's not teaching MBA and undergraduate students at Rice Business, Professor Sora Jun studies the hidden forces that shape how we see and treat one another. Her work explores how our minds process inequality and how even small design choices, like switching from stars to thumbs-up icons, can make systems fairer. Host Brian Jackson '21 sits down with Sora to discuss her research on the hidden bias of gig worker ratings, what she loves most about teaching at Rice, the findings of her latest paper and how her background has shaped her work. Episode Guide:00:00 Introduction to Sora Jun, Ph.D.00:58 Journey From Finance To Organizational Behavior02:20 Impact of Diverse Upbringing on Research05:05 Teaching Experience and Philosophy08:52 Research on Bias and Inequality17:50 Framing Inequality: Advantage vs. Disadvantage24:34 Exploring Anti-Asian Discrimination29:17 Future Research Directions30:56 Teaching Across Different Programs32:20 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysThe Owl Have You Know Podcast is a production of Rice Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:How embracing insecurity helped Dr. Sora on her research23:32: It actually took me a while to really feel like I had enough legitimacy in standing and studying this in some ways, because I felt like I did not really have the real, like, Asian American experience, given that I have been in so many different circles and I'm hearing so many different stories about what it means to be Asian for different people. But I think really embracing that insecurity almost was useful because I think it just made me dig in deeper and realize that might be part of that Asian experience—feeling like there are so many different kinds of Asian experiences. I'm sure this is similar for other groups as well, but I think I've just become more appreciative of just asking people, like, what's this been like for you? I started to do more qualitative-oriented work because of this, and I think that is helping me sort of reaffirm my own, I guess, standing and studying this topic.Why the way we talk about inequality matters14:52 [Brian Jackson]: Why does framing matter so much when talking about pay gaps or wealth disparities?16:08 [Sora Jun]: So, framing of inequality matters because even though what is being talked about is logically equivalent for an advantage or disadvantage frame, people understand it to be very different. And then they focus on different, I guess, objects.On balancing the fairness of the gains of a binary system with the loss of nuance13:36 [Sora Jun]: I think that's a really tricky part. I do think it is a challenge if we were to imagine changing all these numerical rating scales to dichotomy scales. We would lose a lot of the fine-grained information. So it probably depends a lot on the context. I think from our study, what we were finding was that the ratings using a five-point scale were already quite inflated, so there was not actually a ton of fine-grained information to be had from even the five-point scale information.Show Links: TranscriptGuest Profile:Sora Jun | Rice Business

Hello to you listening in Dong Nai, Vietnam!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Wednesdays on Whidbey and your host, Diane Wyzga.Imagine this: parents taking matters into their own hands and dialing back on their children's cell phone access by bringing landlines into their homes. In one dad's words, “Landlines strip communication skills back to basics.”What makes this move look like something out of The Wayback Machine? Because it confronts the digital mainstream with unsung values grounded in new ideas. In our house this is how we're doing it; not so much to return to artifacts of the past but to values, manners, civility, listening, and a way of being in the world that is not tied down to and held hostage by the ever-present DEVICE. I believe that our yearning for a more humane way of life in this digital age is showing up in what we decide to let go of as well as what we choose to hold on to.  Click HERE to watch the 4-minute Today Show segment to learn more.Question: It's not just about a mom or a dad with an idea but an idea that's resonating. What ideas do you have to marry the pre- and post-digital worlds by calling on the unsung values of the old ways?  You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Communication Services, arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.  If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

In summer of 2022, Salman Rushdie came face to face with death. The Booker Prize-winning author was stabbed multiple times, while on stage, about to give a lecture. He survived, but suffered life-altering injuries. Rushdie has since returned to writing, including his new story collection The Eleventh Hour, which reflects on mortality. He joins Piya Chattopadhyay to talk about confronting his own fragility, finding humour in survival, and why ideas often outlive the people who imagine them.

Assembled is the AI customer support platform powering hundreds of modern enterprises including Stripe, Robinhood, Salesforce, and Ashley Furniture. The company's largest customer operates a 20,000-person contact center. With products spanning AI chat and voice agents that resolve 70-80% of tickets to sophisticated workforce management and forecasting systems, Assembled's core thesis challenges the industry narrative: the best support teams orchestrate humans and AI in perfect balance rather than replacing one with the other. In a recent episode of Category Visionaries, we sat down with Ryan Wang, CEO and Co-Founder of Assembled, to explore the company's journey from eight months to first customer to becoming the infrastructure behind customer experiences at scale. Topics Discussed: The reality gap between AI support demos and production deployment Why sophisticated buyers now demand quality benchmarks and latency metrics over feature lists The hidden complexity in contact center work: KYC compliance, fraud review, and multi-system workflows How the Klarna "fire everyone" approach failed and what it reveals about the market Patrick and John Collison's all-company support rotations at Stripe The product-market fit question that ended six months of wrong direction Enterprise destiny baked into early product decisions Converting LinkedIn discomfort into a systematic storytelling engine Path dependence from workforce management to AI automation products Why customer support problems rhyme with operations challenges across industries GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Quality-first positioning wins when buyers move past demo amazement: Ryan observed a critical market shift. Sophisticated buyers now run rigorous bake-offs with training data variability and ask for latency metrics, quality benchmarks, and production performance data. The last three AI deals Assembled closed required detailed competitive evaluations. When messaging emphasizes cost reduction over quality improvement, you lose credibility with buyers who understand that turning off support entirely would be free—they're investing in lifetime value and loyalty creation. Position around the buyer's actual objective hierarchy: quality first, efficiency as validation. The product-market fit question that encodes your entire GTM strategy: Ryan's co-founder asked prospects "What is software that you must have or you hate your options?" This single question revealed multiple strategic insights simultaneously: you're targeting painkillers in established categories, pursuing replacement sales against weak incumbents, and entering markets with demonstrated willingness to pay. For Assembled, this naturally surfaced workforce management—a must-have category with Windows 95-era tools serving 20,000-person teams. The question's elegance is how it filters for product-market fit and GTM approach in one conversation. Access the best through respect signals, not connections: When hiring his first engineering executive at 15 people, Ryan got an introduction to a former VP of Engineering at Facebook, then explicitly signaled time respect: requested only 15 minutes, clarified he wasn't recruiting, offered availability "Saturday 8pm or anytime," and had specific questions prepared. The call happened at an odd Saturday time. The insight wasn't just learning about "Dual Lands" leadership (a Magic: The Gathering reference)—it was understanding how exceptional minds construct mental models. You can reach these people through investor networks or multi-hop introductions, but earning their time requires demonstrating you'll use it surgically. Recognize when you're not "the company" to avoid strategic errors: A top recruiting firm told Ryan "you're not Stripe, so you can't sell people like you're Stripe." At any moment, one Silicon Valley company occupies a unique position—Stripe then, OpenAI now—where normal rules don't apply. That company can eliminate product managers, remove all titles, or make unconventional demands. Understanding you're not in that position prevents catastrophic hiring missteps. Ryan had to recalibrate from Stripe-era patterns where his recruiter became Anthropic's president and his onboarding buddy became OpenAI's president. Your positioning must match your actual market gravity, not your aspirational tier. Systematize founder storytelling to compound credibility: Ryan solved founder marketing discomfort by reframing from self-promotion to being an intermediary—sharing customer stories from Armenia, banking conferences, and global contact centers rather than broadcasting opinions. The system: Friday morning sessions with prompts ("interesting things from this week," "near-death moments," "challenges from 1-10M to 10-20M ARR," "why London now?"), team filters for compelling angles, three drafts weekly, then editing. The Science of Storytelling principles apply: narratives demonstrating lived experience build more credibility than thought leadership. This creates a flywheel where audience members surface their own stories in comments and DMs, feeding future content. // Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe. www.GlobalTalent.co // Don't Miss: New Podcast Series — How I Hire Senior GTM leaders share the tactical hiring frameworks they use to build winning revenue teams. Hosted by Andy Mowat, who scaled 4 unicorns from $10M to $100M+ ARR and launched Whispered to help executives find their next role.  Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/53yCHlPfLSMFimtv0riPyM

If you ever needed proof that research scrolling auctions for 2 hours a night absolutely counts as productivity, this episode is your permission slip. This week on Talk Shop, Ariel is joined by one of the most influential designers of our time, Nate Berkus. Known for his classic, layered, historically-rooted approach to interiors, Nate has spent nearly 30 years helping people create homes that reflect who they are, not just how they live. Starting his interior design firm at just 24, Nate's world has since expanded far beyond interiors, into product collections, television, film, and bestselling books. From vintage hunting and curated furniture to collaborations with Kravet, Living Spaces, PetSmart and more; Nate's design sensibility extends into every corner of the home. He's also the Travel Ambassador for Celebrity Cruises (yes, he designed the Sunset Bar on Beyond) and even served as Executive Producer on the Oscar-winning film The Help.Nate has authored two New York Times bestsellers already, and his newest book, Foundations: Timeless Design That Feels Personal, out November 18th, is the most intimate distillation yet of his philosophy: your home should tell your story… and that story should unfold slowly, over time.—Learn more: https://nateberkus.com/Follow Nate on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nateberkus/Explore Nate's ShopMy storefront: https://shopmy.us/shop/nateberkus?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid_sponsorship&utm_campaign=nateberkus-storefront—Get Started on ShopMy TodayTo join Ariel and our Season 5 guests on ShopMy, create a free shopper account to build create a free shopper account to build wishlists and shop your favorite pieces: https://shopmy.us/home/shoppers?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=paid_sponsorship&utm_campaign=talkshop

When everyone can generate AI content, taste and storytelling are the new performance metrics. In this week's episode of Growth Talks, Everett Butler, Head of Marketing at Lindy, joins host Krystina Rubino to unpack what it takes to bring a brand-new product category to market when there is no roadmap, no search volume, and no shared language. With over fifteen years of experience scaling teams at Tesla, Uber, and Affirm, Everett shares how to apply first principles thinking to build a go-to-market strategy grounded in fundamentals, aligned with real customer needs, and focused on clarity over complexity. Tune in to learn the key traits Everett looks for in modern AI marketers — and why taste, product-led storytelling, and genuine curiosity are more valuable than ever.

War and revolution are on the schedule for today's tour. Order the official Cabinet of Curiosities book by clicking here today, and get ready to enjoy some curious reading! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a runner of marathons and ultramarathons, author and advocate Mirna Valerio knows a thing or two about finding reserves of power within herself. When she makes the decision to leave her job as an educator and build a new career around inclusivity in the running world, she must find a different kind of strength to take action and learns that it's always there for her, even when her fear doesn't go away.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's the best schedule for illustrators? How do you choose your materials? What keeps you motivated? Anthony Wheeler, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White tackle their most commonly asked questions and pepper in time-tested advice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Learn all about Eau Claire, WI, in this episode of The Cabin Podcast! We're joined by Christopher Johnson, also known as the creative behind the Passion Pod! Tune in for the best food spots, travel itineraries, and more!The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Sauk County; https://bit.ly/36RRoVdThe Cabin is also presented to you by:GHT; https://bit.ly/3YigPJyTDA; https://tdawisconsin.org/Shop Discover Wisconsin: shop.discoverwisconsin.com

“You can't be afraid to jump.” — Clay Novak "Let's get left of the boom. We should be doing the same thing for veteran suicide." This Veterans Day, join Reena Friedman Watts and her dad, Wayne, as they sit down with Lt. Col. Clay Novak (Ret.), combat veteran, author of the new book Rebellis, and co-host of The Elsa Kurt Show. Clay shares his hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, fatherhood, and life after combat — and weighs in on today's politics and world events. Elsa Kurt, known as The Blonde Kamala, a political commentator, co-host of the podcast, and married to a police officer and veteran. Together, they bring candid, no-holds-barred insights on freedom, service, and navigating the modern world. Clay shares his journey from military life to becoming a podcaster and author, revealing the lessons learned along the way. He discusses the challenges and camaraderie of military service, the stark contrasts between his experiences and those of veterans from previous generations, and how these insights inform his writing and advocacy work today. With humor and sincerity, Clay opens up about the realities of combat, the importance of community for veterans, and the critical issue of suicide prevention within the veteran population. He emphasizes the need for belonging and the role that camaraderie plays in helping veterans cope with life after service. As they explore Clay's creative endeavors, including his writing process and the inspiration behind his characters, Reena and Wayne engage in a heartfelt conversation that highlights the importance of mentorship, resilience, and the power of storytelling. This episode is not only a testament to the sacrifices made by those in uniform but also a celebration of the legacy they leave behind. Keywords Veterans, Military Service, Podcasting, Author, Suicide Prevention, Fatherhood, Politics, Community, Resilience, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Camaraderie, Life Lessons, Personal Growth, Legacy, Advocacy (00:00) Reena friedman watts brings you the better call dream daddy show (02:13) I co host the podcast with Elsa Kurt, and it's politics of the day (07:14) You grew up in the suburbs in a blue collar family (10:39) How do you think your time in the service differed from Vietnam (16:57) Talk to me about friendly fire during the Vietnam War (18:51) Getting wounded in Afghanistan was incredibly difficult and probably tragic (24:42) It's 22 veterans a day, on average commit suicide (29:04) Talk a little bit about how you have gotten creative since leaving the military (34:41) Keep Moving, Keep Shooting is Terry Davis, that's the main character (37:10) I'm curious about the artwork and the thought behind the cover design (40:01) Would you compare publishing your book to jumping out of a plane (44:43) Clay Novak: Please get my books into libraries. Please do. I think that's benefits everybody (48:05) 22 veterans commit suicide every year, according to Better Call Daddy (53:42) The point is, is that he wants to talk about politics. And writing about it and predicting Connect with Clay Novak Clay Novak's Website Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Better Call Daddy Website | LinkedIn | Instagram YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy—where wisdom and heart meet!

"Freedom isn't free, it's built by the brave." — Tom Fox In this compelling episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts welcomes Tom Fox, the voice of compliance, for a heartfelt discussion on leadership, legacy, and the importance of courage in both personal and professional realms. Tom Fox shares his journey from aspiring podcaster inspired by the legendary Studs Terkel to becoming a prominent figure in the compliance podcasting space. He reflects on how his upbringing shaped his views on fatherhood and the pivotal role of mentorship in navigating life's challenges. With warmth and sincerity, Tom Fox opens up about his experiences in recovery and the profound impact it has had on his parenting style and personal growth. As they delve into Tom's podcasting adventures, including a memorable interview with John Lee Dumas, they explore the emotional weight of storytelling and the lessons learned from confronting difficult topics. Tom emphasizes the significance of community and support, particularly in the context of Alcoholics Anonymous, highlighting the power of shared experiences in fostering resilience. Join Reena and Tom for an enlightening conversation that celebrates the art of connection, the importance of being present, and the legacy we leave behind. This episode is a testament to the transformative power of vulnerability, compassion, and the unwavering support of family. Keywords Fatherhood, Leadership, Podcasting, Compliance, Personal Growth, Mentorship, Recovery, Emotional Wellness, Community Support, Storytelling, Resilience, Legacy, Courage, Life Lessons, Family Connections (00:00) Reena Friedman Watts introduces the Better Call Daddy Show (01:20) Tom Fox shares his inspiration from Studs Terkel (07:15) The essence of a good interview: learning and having fun (14:42) Reflecting on the impactful interview with John Lee Dumas (22:10) The emotional journey through podcasting and personal experiences (30:00) Discussing the Kerrville Folk Festival and its significance (35:50) Legacy: Leaving the world a better place (45:15) The importance of being there for others in recovery (52:30) Tom's advice to his daughter and reflections on parenting (01:02:00) Closing thoughts on community and support (01:05:30) Reena wraps up the episode with a heartfelt goodbye Connect with Tom Fox Compliance Podcast Network Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Better Call Daddy Website | LinkedIn | Instagram YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy—where wisdom and heart meet!     Podcasting for Business Nov 11-12th Registation link https://app.eventraptor.com/events/452611597626642430

This week, Brandon and Shags welcome veteran outdoorsman and award-winning writer Dan Stefanich, who's been sharing his passion for hunting, fishing, and conservation across the Midwest for over three decades.From tales of close calls in the woods to tried-and-true deer strategies, Dan brings both knowledge and laughs. Plus, Brandon learns a valuable lesson about what not to do for social media likes.For more info:Boneyard Fishing websiteBoneyard outfitters hunting websiteBoneyard outfitters fishing and lodge FBDan Steff Outdoors WebsiteSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

[REBROADCAST FROM April 8, 2025] The film "Warfare" draws directly on the memories of director Ray Mendoza, an Iraq war veteran and former Navy Seal who was a part of a mission that went very wrong. Co-directed with Alex Garland, "Warfare" presents a dramatized version of that mission. Mendoza and Garland discuss the film.

[REBROADCAST FROM October 27, 2025] Photo journalist Brent Renaud became the first American on assignment to be killed while covering the war in Ukraine after he was shot by Russian forces in 2022. In the new documentary short "Armed With Only a Camera," Renaud's brother Craig Renaud puts together footage shot over his career in combat zones to tell the story of his life and work. Craig Renaud discusses the film, along with producer Juan Arredondo who was with Arredondo was with Renaud when he was shot, and was injured in the attack. "Armed With Only a Camera" is streaming now on HBO Max.

Join us on the Coaching Call Live Show with host Sifu Rafael, where he blends the art of communication with purpose-driven leadership. This episode features the extraordinary LS Kirkpatrick, a passionate storyteller who transformed her love for sharing stories with her grandchildren into a thriving career as a 22-time award-winning international bestselling author and inspirational speaker.LS Kirkpatrick's journey from a family storyteller to a global inspiration began when her children encouraged her to share her stories with the world. Since then, she has mastered the art of writing, publishing, and marketing, empowering clients to turn their creative visions into reality. With proven success in both group and one-on-one settings, she guides aspiring writers and entrepreneurs to thrive in today's competitive landscape.As an international speaker, LS delivers impactful talks at conferences and events, helping individuals shatter limiting beliefs and unlock their full potential. Sifu Rafael, master instructor and founder of Speaking Prowess, brings his expertise in communication and leadership to the conversation. As an executive coach and solutions expert, Sifu Rafael is dedicated to making the art of personal and professional communication accessible to all. His mission is clear: to Enhance Communication Worldwide, empowering individuals to reach their full potential with clarity and purpose.Tune in to this empowering episode to learn how LS Kirkpatrick and Sifu Rafael can help you break through barriers, hone your storytelling and communication skills, and transform your passion into purpose!#coachingcall #sifurafael #LS Kirkpatrick #speakingprowess #storytelling #communication