The Storytelling Lab

We’re changing things up this season! This episode of The Storytelling Lab features none other than your host, Rain Bennett. Rain has a rich background in storytelling and speaks directly to his audience, diving into the five brand stories that he uses to help his clients. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to flesh out their brand marketing strategy. As always, follow Rain on Instagram @rainbennettAnd check out his storytelling services https://linktr.ee/rainbennett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with Season 5 of the Storytelling Lab and kicking it off with Scott Dawson, a local historian, author, amateur archaeologist, and expert on the mysterious Lost Colony. Scott is a native of Hatteras Island whose family roots on the island trace back to the 1600s and his mission is to tell the true story of 'America's oldest mystery.' In this episode, Scott takes us back in time to discuss the famous “CROATOAN” carving, his archeological findings, and the importance of inclusivity and keeping our ancestral stories alive. Check out Scott’s newest book at: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Colony-Hatteras-Island/dp/1467144339 OR https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467144339 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Season 4 recap is here! Rain discusses our favorite and most actionable storytelling tips and tricks from our Season 4 guests. We focus on storytelling fundamentals, basics of content marketing, interacting with your audience, and making a plan! Listen now to catch up on anything you may have missed or guests you just couldn’t get enough of. Guests include Paul J Zak, Brant Pinvidic, John Livesay, Grant Baldwin, Jay Acunzo, Rob Simmelkjaer, Shirlette Ammons, Melanie Deizel, Denise Withers, and Kathy Klotz-Guest. Follow Rain on Twitter @rainbennettFollow The Storytelling Lab on Twitter @storylabpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re rounding out our 4th season with a very special interview from one of America’s most highly regarded photographers, Burk Uzzle, and filmmaker, Jethro Waters. We discuss truthfully portraying a subject, leading with your heart, and learning from people with whom you disagree. This interview was recorded after the screening of F/11 and Be There, Jethro Water’s documentary on photographer Burk Uzzle, at the 2019 Full Frame Film Festival. Learn more about Burk Uzzle at his website: www.burkuzzle.com Learn more about Jethro Waters at his website: www.jethrowaters.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Health & Happiness story is from Joshua Gunn, aka J. Gunn, a Durham native, North Carolina rapper, and community leader. Joshua tells his story of growing up in Durham and what led him to run for city council. With experience in and love for both the “old” and “new” Durham, Joshua strives to create economic and racial equity within our growing community. Follow Joshua Gunn on Twitter @JGunnisbetterOr on Facebook as Joshua Gunn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s guest is Grant Baldwin, entrepreneur, speaker, and author of The Successful Speaker: Five Steps for Booking Gigs, Getting Paid, and Building Your Platform. This episode is all about demystifying the world of speaking! We discuss the Speaker Success Roadmap, using storytelling in your speaking gigs, and finding the courage to share personal stories. Follow Grant on Twitter @grantbaldwinAnd learn more about his work at freespeakerworkshop.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s our 50th episode and we’re bringing you a truly special guest! This week we’re joined with Shirlette Ammons, Poet, Musician, Producer, and native Eastern North Carolinian, to discuss something near and dear to our heart: Stories of the South. We dive into the multifaceted world of Southern food, culture, and music & discuss how to tell authentic stories of the people and places we love. Follow Shirlette on Twitter @shirletteammonsAnd learn more about her work at shirletteammons.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Health & Happiness story comes from Naya Powell, Holistic Lifestyle Strategist and Founder & CEO of Spa Utopia. Naya discusses her experience growing up in a household of entrepreneurs and how her parent’s success and lifestyle inspired her to quit her corporate job and start a spa company. Naya has personally experienced the stress and burnout many entrepreneurs face and is committed to helping others let go of stress and put their physical well-being first. Follow Naya’s Spa Utopia on Instagram @myspautopiaAnd Learn more about Spa Utopia at myspautopia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is all about perfecting the art of the interview with Rob Simmelkjaer, journalist and CEO & Co-Founder of Persona. Everyone has a story to tell, but it can be difficult to know how to share your story or how to extract stories from others. Rob has created the solution: Persona App makes interviewing easy for anyone. Listen in to hear Robs top interviewing tips and get a sneak peek into how you can use the Persona App to make connections and share stories. Follow Rob on Twitter @RobSimmelkjaerLearn more about Persona App at personatalks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Health & Happiness story is from Dee McDougal, SVP of Inclusion and Diversity at Pacific Western Bank. Dee shares her experience growing up as an “Only” and of how she learned to lean into her true identity as she paved her career in the financial industry. Dee shares her story to spread awareness and to increase diversity in stereotypically white, male dominated business.Follow Dee on on LinkedIn: Dee McDougalAnd learn more about her work at westernbankers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.