New Future of StoryTelling podcast out now: Speculative fiction authors Karen Lord and Martha Wells discuss how writing about the future can impact our world today. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3k3ChNl
On the new Future of StoryTelling podcast, world-renowned magician Helder Guimaraes shares how he created "The Present," a Zoom-based magic show that sold out its entire 24-week run and became one of the most-discussed virtual shows of the year. Listen here: http://bit.ly/30vqMXf
In a moment when there seems to be very little to laugh about, Dr. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas, authors of the new book Humor, Seriously, came on the Future of StoryTelling podcast to share how humor can make your stories more engaging, memorable, and impactful. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3kPidhz
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, theoretical neuroscientist and Socos Labs co-founder Vivienne Ming discusses her work using technology to augment humans and using data to tell the story of inclusion in the American workplace. Listen here: https://bit.ly/32YZGYK
New Future of StoryTelling podcast out today! Bestselling author and poet Kwame Alexander discusses his work, the importance of diverse subjects and voices in children's literature, and how better stories can help empower the next generation. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3gjB5T8
New episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast out today! Master world builder Alex McDowell of Experimental Design Studio and the USC World Building Media Lab discusses building fictional worlds from the ground up, and how the principles of world building can help us imagine and build a better future. Listen here: https://bit.ly/33BhJ9x
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Peabody award-winning writer and producer Wendy Calhoun discusses deconstructing tropes, using her writing to build compassion, and the responsibility that comes with writing for audiences of millions. Listen here: https://bit.ly/2CKA48S
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Grammy-award winning musician and YouTube star Jacob Collier discusses his unique approach to creativity and how he bridges the intellectual and the emotional in his art. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3iLQ8Ya
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, artist and filmmaker Karen Palmer discusses her work using neuroscience and artificial intelligence to create emotionally-responsive stories that help people understand their own subconscious biases. Listen here: apple.co/2B9VNGD
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Define American founder and Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas discusses his life as an undocumented immigrant and his work using storytelling to shift the cultural narrative on immigration. Jose is a leading voice on the human rights of immigrants--we were honored to have him join us. Listen here: apple.co/3hIaCAR
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Catherine Burns of The Moth discusses the profound value of sharing our stories with one another and how a great storyteller can bridge the personal and the universal. Listen here: https://apple.co/2MPfllZ
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Van Jones discusses the crucial role that stories play in shaping culture and creating progress. Listen here: https://bit.ly/2Xy8DqH
On the new episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast, Rainn Wilson discusses the need for positive stories on the internet, what it took to create the iconic Dwight Schrute character, and his high school radio show where he read Dr. Seuss poems in between punk rock songs. Listen here: bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
Since founding charity: water in 2006, Scott Harrison has raised $450 million to bring clean water to 11 million people in 28 countries. He credits his success to storytelling. Find out why in this week's episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast. bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
When This is Over...
From FoST Founder Charlie Melcher: “When this is over, I'm going to take more time to be present and appreciative with my friends, my colleagues, and my family. What will you do? I'm thrilled to participate in PBS American Portrait, a multimedia storytelling project and national conversation about what it really means to be an American today. In this moment of crisis, the world needs storytelling more than ever, and I encourage you to share your story too by visiting pbs.org/americanportrait.”
PBS American Portrait is an ambitious storytelling project that uses crowdsourced stories from people across the country to explore what it really means to be an American today. Hear from creators Bill Margol and Jon Kamen on this week's episode of the Future of StoryTelling podcast. Out now: http://bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
Claire Wardle on the FoST Podcast
Stories shape our understanding of the world—and because of that, they can be dangerous. Join us on this week's Future of StoryTelling podcast for a conversation with misinformation expert and First Draft News cofounder Claire Wardle. Out now: bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
Neil Patrick Harris on the Future of StoryTelling Podcast
New Future of StoryTelling podcast episode: Neil Patrick Harris discusses the power of immersive theater, the struggles of parenting during a pandemic, and how learning trapeze taught him to stay calm under pressure. Produced in partnership with PBS American Portrait. https://bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
Margaret Atwood on the FoST Podcast
New Future of StoryTelling podcast episode: literary icon Margaret Atwood discusses the role of dystopian fiction in modern society, and shares the story of doing her first-ever book signing in a men’s underwear store. https://bit.ly/FoSTPodcast
Brian McDonald on the FoST Podcast
New podcast episode: master storyteller Brian McDonald dives deep into both human history and his own years of experience to share how stories can help humanity survive crises. https://bit.ly/3aCBQol
John Boiler has orchestrated some of the most innovative ad campaigns of the past two decades for some of the world’s most iconic brands. In the new episode of the FoST Podcast, John shares his insights on building strong teams and fostering group creativity. Find it wherever you get your podcasts, or through the link in our bio!
“We’re all equal in the face of a good story.” Check out episode 2 of the Future of StoryTelling Podcast, where theater icon Oskar Eustis discusses the power of stories to bridge divides and bring people together. Out now wherever you get your podcasts!
FUTURE OF STORYTELLING PODCAST OUT NOW:
In these turbulent times, the world needs stories and storytellers more than ever. That’s why in the first season of our new podcast we’re bringing you conversations with ten incredible storytellers, all of whom are striving to create greater human connections and empathy through their work.
For our first episode we sat down with Angela Ahrendts, former CEO of Burberry and SVP of Retail at Apple, to gather her insights on creating a retail strategy based on building trust, empowering customers, and creating community.
You can find us wherever you listen to podcasts! Learn more: https://bit.ly/2U5Bzo9
FoST 2018 VIP Dinner
#tbt to this time last year, when we opened the pre-summit VIP dinner with this spectacular display from Moment Factory. Feeling a lot of nostalgia today, and looking forward to FoST 2020! Early bird applications are open now: https://futureofstorytelling.org/apply
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