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The Storytelling Lab with Rain Bennett Tips from the world's top storytellers on how to be a masterful storyteller in your life and work.

28/08/2026

Dolly was more than a person, she was a brand. A business.

And when we talk about brand storytelling, no one was more consistent with the story she told than Dolly Parton.

17/03/2026

What is the difference between live storytelling and a brand or LinkedIn story, and why does storytelling build trust? In Episode 224, Corey Rosen shares how stories create connection and help ideas land more naturally with an audience. A quick look at why human connection is at the center of every powerful story.

11/03/2026

What makes a moment worth the risk just for a story? In Episode 224, Corey Rosen shares a chaotic airport sprint that turned into a funny and reflective lesson about chasing experiences. Sometimes the story itself is the reward.

25/02/2026

Can unforgiveness make your characters one-dimensional?

In Episode 222, Spade Robinson shares why writers struggle with flat “villains” and how unresolved personal emotions often show up in their scripts. To write characters with real depth, you have to confront what’s happening inside you first. The emotional work is the creative work.

24/02/2026

What does “human truth” mean in storytelling?

In Episode 222, Spade Robinson explains that most scripts are written to explore the deeper questions of the human experience. Through vulnerability and emotion, writers search for meaning in what it feels like to be alive.

02/02/2026

What exactly is a brand story advocate?
In Episode 219, Shane Lukas explains the difference between simply buying from a brand and actually caring about its story. He shares how real brand advocates feel personally connected and invested, not just familiar with the name.

26/01/2026

How does building real relationships drive business growth?

In Episode 218, Jensen Savage explains why focusing on genuine human connection over transactions leads to stronger retention, referrals, and long-term success.

21/01/2026

How do you move forward when the life and identity you built no longer feel right?

In Episode 217, Elton Anderson talks about the fear of change, letting go of a long-held identity, and navigating the emotional and mental challenges that come with starting over.

09/01/2026

How do you balance humor when telling a serious story, and does entertainment still matter?
In Episode 207, Elizabeth Lo explains how humor in Mistress Dispeller comes from empathy and shared human experiences, helping audiences connect while honoring the story’s seriousness.

Shoutout to and Mistress Dispeller (Oscilloscope Laboratories) for the 2025 Directors Guild of America Award nomination for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Documentary Film. If you want to know more about all the nominees, check out this link : https://www.dga.org/news/pressreleases/2026/260107_78thannualdgaawardstelevisionnomineesannounced

07/01/2026

What makes a real vision and why is revenue not enough?

In Episode 216, Rain Bennett explains that a true vision is not a growth target but a shared belief people can commit to and help build.

Without clarity on where a company is going and why it exists, no marketing or sales effort can fix it.

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