The Power of Show, Don't Tell

In this podcast episode, the principle of 'show, don't tell' in storytelling is discussed. The host, Rob Rosenthall, and guest, Brian Reed, explore how using audio to let the tape reveal the meaning to listeners can be more effective than simply explaining an idea in narration. One of the examples they discuss is Brian's reporting on the island nation of Curabis, where he uses audio to show the impact of rising sea levels caused by climate change. By walking into the water and describing the increasing depth, Brian engages the listener more deeply and conveys the effects of climate change. This exemplifies the power of using audio to create vivid and immersive experiences for the audience.