Future of StoryTelling (FoST)

Activist and political commentator Van Jones discusses the influence of Marvel comics on his life and activism, the power of virtual reality to create empathy and understanding, and why the future of human civilization is the future of storytelling.--© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett CroweMix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Van Jones, Theodora Alexander, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, and Megan Worman.

Master storyteller Brian McDonald shares his thoughts on narrative structure and the inner workings of stories.--© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011 Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett CroweMix and Music, Michael Simonelli With special thanks to Brian McDonald, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, and Megan Worman.

Celebrated poet Jasmine Mans discusses her new collection, her artistic process, and the realities of being a poet in the age of the internet. --© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Jasmine Mans, Liza Zusman, Bonnie Eldon, Paige Fain, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, and Megan Worman.

Scott Trowbridge, a Disney Imagineering studio leader and creative executive for Star Wars, discusses designing immersive experiences for beloved IPs, creating unique food and beverage experiences in the Star Wars universe, and upcoming personalized Star Wars adventures at Walt Disney World. He emphasizes the importance of innovation in creating immersive theme park experiences to keep visitors engaged.

Danny Cannizarro and Samantha Gorman, involved in storytelling, discuss their latest project, combining virtual reality and immersive theater. They explore the unique features of new media and push boundaries in their conceptual art. They delve into the intersection of theater, storytelling, and virtual reality, immersing players in a time loop. They also talk about the formation of a passionate community around a game during quarantine, guided by actors. Grateful for the opportunity, they appreciate the platform provided by Future of Storytelling.

Brent Bushnell, the founder and CEO of Two-Bit Circus, discusses the challenges faced by Bit Circus during the closure and their innovative solutions to reopen. They also delve into Brent's family background and his father's involvement in founding Atari and Chucky Cheese. The chapter explores Brent's journey from clown school to co-founding Two-Bit Circus, surviving the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and their plans for national expansion. They also discuss the positive aspects of virtual storytelling and the interactive experience called the meta game at Two-Bit Circus.

Former Vice President Al Gore shares lessons about the art of telling stories that resonate learned through decades of experience telling the story of the climate crisis.--© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Al Gore, Lisa Berg, Brad Hall, Fae Jencks, Beth Prichard Geer, Carolina Sears, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, Vanina Morrison, and Megan Worman.

Weta Workshop co-founder and creative director Richard Taylor discusses the art of handcrafted movie magic and why craft is so important, even in an industry increasingly dominated by CGI. --© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Richard Taylor, Ri Streeter, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, Vanina Morrison, and Megan Worman.

Hall of fame speaker and performance coach Victoria Labalme shares lessons learned over a wide-ranging career in the performing arts and discusses her new book, "Risk Forward." --© 2021 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherExecutive Producer, Carolyn MerrimanAssociate Producer, Luke Gernertin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerExecutive Producer, Mike RugnettaEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to Victoria Labalme, Bonnie Eldon, Shannon Fanuko, Meghal Janardan, Zoe Margolis, Vanina Morrison, and Megan Worman.

Sarah Ellis and Robin McNicholas discuss using technology to reshape live theatre, exploring new forms of storytelling in the digital age, the connection between human existence and dreams, Shakespeare's innovation, and the future of interactive theatrical productions.