Co-Created is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of digital storytelling. Hosted by Kristy Wolfe, each episode features conversations with storytellers and facilitators who craft powerful digital stories, diving into how these stories are created, who shares them, and why they matter. Whether you're fascinated by storytelling or love discovering new perspectives, this podcast offers a deep dive into the art of meaningful narrative.
Co-Created is presented by Common Language DST, a leader in digital storytelling facilitation training for health and wellness changemakers. Supported by the team at Snack Labs, this podcast is a collaborative effort that promotes ethical storytelling and empowers audiences to engage with personal stories in a deeper way.
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Sound Design: Donovan Morgan
Music: Doldrums by Ellen Braun
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Co-Created is a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of digital storytelling. Hosted by Kristy Wolfe, each episode features conversations with storytellers and facilitators who craft powerful digital stories, diving into how these stories are created, who shares them, and why they matter. Whether you're fascinated by storytelling or love discovering new perspectives, this podcast offers a deep dive into the art of meaningful narrative.
Co-Created is presented by Common Language DST, a leader in digital storytelling facilitation training for health and wellness changemakers. Supported by the team at Snack Labs, this podcast is a collaborative effort that promotes ethical storytelling and empowers audiences to engage with personal stories in a deeper way.
Subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts!
Sound Design: Donovan Morgan
Music: Doldrums by Ellen Braun
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Heather Alicia Knox combines her skills as a photographer, writer, and digital storytelling facilitator to help people capture their most meaningful moments and share them with the world. Her journey reveals how storytelling methodologies can complement each other beautifully. Trained as a Common Language DST facilitator and a Guided Autobiography instructor, Heather now helps people transform their written reflections into powerful short films. She discusses her work with various communities including expats, individuals with cognitive changes, and their care partners.
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About Our Guest
Heather Alicia Knox has over thirty years experience working in the non-profit sector. Her work has included international, arts and educational organizations. Throughout her career as a non-profit leader, Heather discovered the transformative power of storytelling for fundraising and donor communication. This insight inspired her evolution into a storytelling photographer, capturing narratives that connect and inspire. She became a digital storytelling facilitator with Common Language Digital Storytelling in 2022 and is certified through the Birren Center for Autobiographical Studies as a Guided Autobiography Instructor. Together with her husband, Greg Kemp, who is also an instructor, they offer Guided Autobiography classes both locally and online. Since arriving in Mexico, Heather has continued her passion for community engagement, volunteering as a photography instructor for local Mexican youth. She has recently expanded her work to include "To Whom I May Concern," where she shares the powerful stories of individuals living with cognitive changes and their care-partners through a collaborative dialogue. Additionally, Heather has taken on the role of executive assistant for Common Language, further deepening her commitment to the art and impact of storytelling.
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Sibling life is never just one role. It’s caretaker, advocate, friend, guardian...and it shifts with every season. We sit down with Dr. Linda Nguyen and sibling-advocate Samantha Bellefeuille to explore how those fluid roles come into focus when siblings lead the narrative and how digital storytelling can turn lived experience into lasting change in health care, research, and community programs.
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Linda Nguyen is an Azrieli Accelerator Assistant Professor in Youth, Sibling, and Community Engaged Research in the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary. She established the Sibling Youth Advisory Council (SibYAC) in 2018 during her doctoral studies and continues to partner with them in research. Her program of research includes co-creating programs and resources to support siblings, who are youth and young adults, and have a sibling with a disability and/or health condition.
Samantha Bellefeuille is a sibling partner with the Sibling Youth Advisory Council and Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) who has a younger brother with CDKL5. She is the Executive Director and Founder of a day program for adults with exceptionalities called Fostering Forever Friendships, in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Jen Siran returns to discuss her journey from creating her first digital story to becoming a Common Language Digital Storytelling facilitator helping others tell their stories. She shares how persistence in seeking funding eventually led to success for her Caregiver's Corner project supporting heart families across Canada.
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Join us for World Heart Day on September 29th for a special Kitchen Table Night featuring stories from parents of children with congenital heart disease, including Jen's story "The Overwhelm."
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Jen Siran is a storyteller, advocate, and encourager at heart. Her journey as a mom and caregiver has shaped her passion for creating spaces where others feel seen, supported, and less alone. She’s known for weaving stories that bring hope, laughter, and connection—sometimes even managing to laugh at the chaos of everyday life (because if you don’t laugh, you might just cry). Jen believes deeply in the power of community, faith, and gentle support along life’s hardest paths. When she’s not writing or championing caregivers, you’ll likely find her wrangling family schedules, chasing creative ideas, or trying (and occasionally failing) to drink her coffee before it gets cold.
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Tom Lee's life took an unexpected turn when his colon cancer progressed to stage four metastatic status. Rather than retreating, this former engineering professor discovered a remarkable talent for pastel drawing that became the subject of his powerful digital story with the Canadian Cancer Society.
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Dr. Lee is a retired engineering faculty member and endowed chair holder at McMaster University. Prior to his appointment, he enjoyed three career decades in the commercialization of advanced engineering technologies. During his industry career, he built a global reputation for developing transformational multidisciplinary initiatives in engineering education and research. Dr. Lee also has a passion for outreach with significant contributions to FIRST Robotics, Shad Valley, and the Canadian Cancer Society. In 2019 he was inducted Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering, and honoured by Tsinghua University as Distinguished Honorary Professor. In 2022, he was conferred an Honorary Doctorate LLD, from York University.
In 2022, Dr. Lee was diagnosed with colon cancer which evolved to terminal metastatic cancer. This triggered his retirement from McMaster. In retirement, he has been exploring creative activities for personal enrichment and enlightenment including pastel drawing, video production, and outreach. This led to the epiphany that the cure for cancer is a life well lived and that his best days may still be ahead of him. This event was conceived to continue the Lee family’s efforts to make every day our best day.
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The most compelling marketing doesn't come from slick campaigns or catchy slogans—it emerges from authentic personal narratives that reveal why we do what we do. Mindfulness teacher and keynote speaker Trish Tutton joins us to explore how digital storytelling captured the pivotal moment that shaped her life's purpose.
Discover how your authentic narrative might become your most powerful tool for reaching others.
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What happens when a simple four-minute digital story manages to capture the essence of a centuries-old military band tradition? For Katlyn Lamont, a registered psychotherapist and newly-trained digital storytelling facilitator, the answer came in the form of tough military veterans moved to tears.
Katlyn's journey with Common Language Digital Storytelling began unexpectedly when her youth addiction agency secured her a last-minute spot in facilitator training. With a background in media production from high school, she quickly found herself rekindling dormant creative skills. But the real magic happened when she faced a moment of clarity the morning of the story circle, scrapping her original draft to instead document her experience with the Lincoln and Welland Band.
The story captured a pivotal moment for the band, which had played for the Lincoln and Welland Regiment since the War of 1812 but had recently received a cease and desist order, threatening their identity and traditions. Despite being relatively new to the band, Katlyn found herself documenting not just a musical group, but a living historical legacy kept alive by combat veterans whose service photos she incorporated into her digital story.
When she gathered band members for a screening, complete with popcorn and snacks, Katlyn was worried they'd find inaccuracies. Instead, she witnessed hardened veterans brought to tears. Her band president summed up the impact perfectly: "What we've been trying to say to the community and to the regiment for months, you've just summed up in four minutes." The film quickly spread beyond that screening room to social media, and local politicians.
The power of digital storytelling lies not just in its emotional impact but in its ability to advocate where traditional communications fall short. As Katlyn discovered, sometimes a personal narrative can accomplish what countless emails, letters, and meetings cannot. Whether you're looking to preserve history, drive organizational change, or simply document meaningful moments, digital storytelling offers a uniquely powerful medium that resonates across generations and bureaucratic boundaries.
Ready to explore how your story might create ripples of change? Discover more about Common Language DST facilitator training here.
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Learn more about Katlyn through the blog post.
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When Laryssa Lamrock created her digital story "Enveloped," she never anticipated how profoundly a four-minute video would transform her advocacy work with military families. As the National Strategic Advisor for Families at the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, Laryssa brings her lived experience as a military spouse, daughter, and mother to her work supporting those affected by service-related mental health challenges.
The conversation explores the many ways digital stories become catalysts for healing and connection – from introducing presentations to facilitating psycho-educational workshops for family members affected by PTSD. We also discover how Laryssa's experience informed her work co-hosting the Mind Beyond the Mission podcast, where she brings the family perspective to conversations about military mental health.
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0:00 Introduction to Laryssa Lamrock
2:33 Creating a Digital Story at Atlas
5:12 Enveloped: Laryssa's Personal Digital Story
9:33 Sharing Digital Stories with Others
18:48 Supporting Young Adults' Storytelling Journey
25:37 Mind Beyond the Mission Podcast
28:20 Legacy Stories and Final Thoughts
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Learn more about Laryssa Lamrock here.
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The power of digital storytelling lies in its ability to capture what textbooks and lectures cannot - the raw, human experience of navigating life's most challenging moments. In this deeply moving conversation with Kathy Cortes-Miller and Keri-Lyn Durant, co-hosts of the Disrupting Death podcast, we explore how digital storytelling creates transformative spaces for processing grief and sharing experiences around Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID).
When qualitative researchers like Kathy hear countless personal narratives that most people never access, digital storytelling emerges as the perfect vehicle to bridge this gap. Through a five-year research project, their team has worked with individuals who accompanied loved ones through MAID, capturing these profound experiences in digital stories that serve multiple purposes - from personal healing to education and advocacy. The stories become catalysts for important conversations about death, caregiving, and end-of-life choices while empowering individuals to own their narratives.
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0:05 Storytelling as Catalyst for Discussion
1:00 Meeting the Disrupting Death Co-Hosts
3:00 Connecting Through Digital Storytelling
5:35 The MAID Digital Story Workshops
8:45 How Stories Create Impact
18:40 Digital Stories for Education
30:15 Future Storytelling Projects
Find more stories and resources at the Disrupting Death podcast, which features a three-part series on digital storytelling and MAID.
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Learn more about Keri-Lyn Durant & Kathy Kortes-Miller here.
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What happens when personal trauma transforms into powerful advocacy? Fabiana Bacchini, Executive Director of the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation, takes us on a journey through her evolution from NICU parent to healthcare changemaker through the lens of digital storytelling.
The conversation reveals the unique power of digital stories to transcend traditional limitations. Unlike presentations that exist in one moment for one audience, digital stories live online, cross borders, translate across languages, and remain relevant for years. They protect storytellers from repeatedly reliving trauma while maximizing impact and creating space for multiple perspectives – including those of siblings and patients themselves.
Whether you're a healthcare professional seeking to understand patient experiences, a parent navigating your own medical journey, or an advocate looking for powerful tools to drive change, this episode illuminates how personal narratives can reshape healthcare from the inside out. Listen now to discover how digital storytelling is revolutionizing patient advocacy and transforming healthcare one story at a time.
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Learn more about Fabiana Bacchini here.
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What happens when you bring together passionate storytellers, skilled facilitators, and purpose-driven organizations? Magic—in the form of powerful digital stories that break barriers and create meaningful change.
Mike Lang joins us discuss how the inaugural Common Language Story Slam transformed how we think about storytelling in the nonprofit space. Across three dynamic screenings, twelve uniquely crafted digital stories took center stage, each one developed through collaboration between a Common Language-trained facilitator and a charity partner. These short films, featuring personal narratives told through voice recordings and carefully selected images, sparked genuine conversations both in-person and online.
Digital storytelling's most profound impact might be its ability to dismantle stigma. As Dr. Carmen Logie noted during the event, "Stigma is often somehow attached to a lack of understanding about someone, and digital stories, more than anything, help you understand." We witnessed this phenomenon repeatedly—whether through stories about substance use, medical trauma, or family caregiving. When we truly understand someone's experience, judgment dissolves.
The event's format elevated these stories beyond mere viewing. After each film, audience members discussed their reactions in small groups, then heard directly from the storyteller and facilitator about the creation process. This multilayered approach created a rich experience that honoured the stories while exploring their broader implications and applications.
Most remarkably, these digital stories are creating tangible change. Ashley Durance's narrative about parenting a medically complex child receives standing ovations at healthcare conferences. The documentary from Greg's Wings has transformed medical education for 50,000+ healthcare providers worldwide. Organizations like SIDS Calgary were planning their next storytelling projects before the day had even concluded.
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In an empowering exchange, we speak with Claudia Gore, a passionate NHS doctor, who shares her journey of leveraging digital storytelling to change the narratives around healthcare. Through her personal encounters both as a healthcare provider and as a patient, Claudia sheds light on the deeply human aspects of medical care that often remain unseen.
She introduces us to the concept of digital storytelling, emphasizing its potential to enrich patient-provider communication and foster empathy within the healthcare community. Claudia recounts the story of how she stumbled into storytelling workshops, where she unearthed her own creative voice and learned to convey the challenges she faced as a patient.
Throughout the episode, Claudia discusses several poignant digital stories she has created, reflecting on their powerful impacts on improving healthcare practices and team dynamics. She highlights the significance of empowering young voices through storytelling, illustrating how this initiative has facilitated connections and understanding among families navigating chronic conditions.
By integrating these narratives into healthcare education, Claudia advocates for a cultural shift that places emphasis on the voices of patients, urging us to rethink the traditional boundaries within healthcare. This episode offers insightful reflections on the importance of empathy, understanding, and shared experiences in creating a more human-centered approach to healthcare.
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• Transformative experiences as a patient
• Importance of digital storytelling for empowerment
• The impact of telling difficult stories on teams
• How storytelling can bridge understanding between patients and providers
• Engaging teens and parents in telling their health stories
• The role of lived experiences in educational resources
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Learn more about Claudia Gore's work here.
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Can storytelling help heal trauma? Hear Natasha (Tash) Bilau-Howie's transformative journey from an ER nurse to a brain tumour survivor, and how digital storytelling became a part of it all. Her involvement with the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada and subsequent participation in a storytelling workshop under Mike Lang's guidance helped her navigate a path from patient to storyteller. Tash opens up about the therapeutic power of revisiting her experiences, making connections with other survivors, and sharing her story with the world, offering hope and a sense of community to others facing similar challenges.
The episode takes a closer look at the emotional landscape of personal storytelling. Tash recounts the poignant transition from caregiver to patient, sharing the profound impact of narrating her life-altering diagnosis to family and colleagues. Despite the emotion associated with revisiting these memories, she emphasizes the cathartic release and solidarity gained from telling her story. Tash's narrative is an invitation for others to find strength in their stories.
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• Tash's introduction and her journey of being diagnosed with a brain tumor
• The importance of community and connection in the storytelling process
• Navigating trauma and vulnerability while creating her digital story
• The emotional experience of screening her story in various settings
• Emphasizing the shared human experience through storytelling
• Finding joy and meaning amid adversity
• The therapeutic aspects of digital storytelling and personal growth
• Encouragement for others to embrace their stories and seek healing through sharing
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Connect with Tash Bilau-Howie on Instagram.
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What if storytelling could be more than just a means of communication? Mike Wilson, the insightful Director of the Storytelling Academy at Loughborough University, unveils the transformative power of storytelling as a vital system of knowledge. From his journey in community theatre to shaping academia, Mike shares how narratives have the potential to address global issues like environmental challenges, health, and social justice, while also empowering creativity across various fields. This episode promises to change the way you think about stories and their impact on our world.
Curiosity and collaboration are at the heart of our discussion as we delve into the dynamic world of interdisciplinary storytelling programs. With a diverse range of students, we explore how these programs foster unique learning experiences and promote cross-disciplinary innovation. Hear firsthand about the integration of storytelling in Becky McCall's PhD research on antimicrobial resistance and gain valuable advice on launching storytelling initiatives in your institution. This episode is a call to embrace curiosity and the rich potential of learning from diverse fields to create meaningful change.
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• Storytelling as a foundational knowledge system
• Importance of experiential knowledge in communication
• Impact of storytelling on community and identity
• Interdisciplinary collaborations enhancing storytelling efforts
• Role of digital storytelling as a reflective practice
• Training facilitators for effective storytelling workshops
• Ecosystem of stories promoting collective understanding and action
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Connect with Mike Wilson here.
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Join us as we pull back the curtain on the inaugural Common Language Story Slam, taking place at cSpace in Calgary, Alberta on March 2nd, 2025. Born from the success of our Kickstarter campaign, this festival is more than just storytelling—intertwines personal narratives with charitable causes. With twelve stories to be shared, the event promotes community connection, engagement, and awareness of the important work done by 12 different Canadian organizations.
The Story Slam is a testament to the power of teamwork, featuring powerful narratives shared by storytellers and Common Language facilitators about causes that are close to their hearts. We also delve into digital storytelling's role in advocacy, showcasing how these narratives serve as a compelling tool for charities to communicate their missions promising a day filled with stories that inspire and ignite hope.
Even if you missed the Kickstarter, you can still be part of this transformative experience by getting your tickets for either the online or in person event. Attendees will leave feeling invigorated, having witnessed stories that echo resilience and strength. It's also a golden opportunity to connect with past podcast guests and meet new faces from the Co-Created community!
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• Launching on March 2 in Calgary, the Story Slam features twelve impactful stories
• Funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign, highlighting community support
• Charitable organizations associated with each story, connecting personal narratives to social impact
• Hybrid format includes live streaming, expanding accessibility
• Conversations after stories foster community dialogue and connection
• Inclusive approach emphasizes shared experiences and collective wisdom
• Opportunity for storytellers to advocate for causes important to them
• Story Slam aims to inspire attendees through transformative storytelling experiences
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If this particular conversation resonated with you, tell a friend or a colleague about Co-Created or share the link to join us for the Story Slam.
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Discover the transformative potential of digital storytelling in tackling social stigma with the inspiring Carmen Logie. In this enlightening episode, Carmen shares her extensive work across East Africa and Canada, where storytelling is not just a tool but a movement that brings marginalized communities to the forefront. By crafting shared narratives, we're uncovering the powerful intersection of HIV projects and climate change initiatives, particularly through the eyes and voices of young people in Kenya and Uganda. This dialogue is not just about sharing stories but about empowering communities to find their voices and drive change from within.
Our conversation goes beyond storytelling to explore how these narratives fuel empowerment and advocacy. Our conversation dives into the collaborative process that allows young people to craft solutions and friendships amid challenging contexts. These youths are not just learning about climate change and HIV; they're becoming skilled storytellers, illuminating their own realities and creating impactful collective narratives. We're talking about more than challenges; we're highlighting the resilience and ingenuity that these young storytellers bring to the table.
Episode Key Messages
• Carmen Logie's background in stigma research and HIV advocacy
• The significance of digital storytelling in marginalized communities
• Carmen's first experience with digital storytelling and its lasting impact
• Overview of the digital storytelling workshop conducted in Kenya
• Methods used in storytelling workshops to engage participants
• The emotional and educational aspects of storytelling in stigma discussions
• The technology and creative processes involved in digital storytelling
• Importance of sharing stories back with communities for reflection and feedback
• Carmen’s vision for future storytelling projects and advocacy efforts
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Connect with Carmen Logie here.
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What if the key to transforming public health communication lies in the art of storytelling? Join us as we explore this intriguing idea with Becky McCall, a seasoned medical journalist and a PhD candidate at University College London. Becky shares her unique journey from microbiology to medical journalism and reveals how digital storytelling can make complex health issues like antibiotic resistance more accessible. Inspired by historical narratives and equipped with insights from her experiences at the International Digital Storytelling Festival, Becky offers a fresh perspective on the importance of narrative in public health.
Becky isn't on this journey alone; she collaborates with her supervisor, Mike Wilson from the University of Loughborough, and learns from influential partners such as Common Language DST. Becky has co-created impactful stories like "False Peak" and "Stiletto" a narrative that highlights the emotional depth of a young woman's struggle with stage four bowel cancer. Through these stories, we witness the power of co-creation and empathy-building that digital storytelling fosters, particularly in personal and academic contexts. The episode underscores the potential of storytelling to bridge gaps and create understanding across diverse health experiences. Tune in for a compelling exploration of how personal stories can inspire change and shape the future of public health communication.
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• Introduces Becky McCall, medical journalist and researcher
• Discusses the journey from microbiology to public health
• Highlights the global challenge of antibiotic resistance
• Emphasizes the power of personal narratives in storytelling
• Shares the importance of collaborating with patient organizations
• Presents stories that illustrate the human toll of antibiotic misuse
• Explores the role of stigma in health communication
• Discusses future directions for storytelling in public health
• Calls for greater public engagement through shared narratives
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Connect with Becky McCall here.
If this particular conversation resonated with you, tell a friend or a colleague about Co-Created or share one of the digital stories we were talking about. You can find the stories here.
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Imagine a world where you can transform your profound life experiences into powerful narratives that resonate with others. That's exactly what we explore with guest, Bobbi Fridfinnson, from Wellspring Alberta, a charity that supports individuals with cancer and their caregivers through a variety of programs, including digital storytelling workshops. These workshops, originally spearheaded by Mike Lang, have blossomed into a vital space for participants to share their stories and foster a sense of community through the power of voiceover narration and personal imagery.
We dive into the transformation of Wellspring’s digital storytelling program, now an eight-week immersive experience led by Melody Williamson. We spotlight poignant tales like Natalie's Story, where the adversity of a cancer diagnosis intertwines with the opportunities to engage with youth. These workshops aren't just about creating stories; they're about creating connections. During our conversation, we bring to light the touching group camaraderie that emerges during final screenings. This sense of achievement and solidarity proves that storytelling is not just a creative outlet but a therapeutic lifeline for many.
We also delve into how these narratives leap beyond workshops into broader platforms like film festivals, offering a richer experience than simply viewing stories online. By distilling complex life experiences into concise narratives, participants share profound insights and spark meaningful dialogue. This episode affirms the transformative power of storytelling as a tool for healing and connection, reminding us all of the impact that sharing our truths can have on the world.
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1. What is Wellspring Alberta? (0:56)
2. Digital Storytelling at Wellspring (3:37)
3. Impact of Digital Storytelling (8:25)
4. Community and Diversity in Workshops (15:48)
5. Wellspring's Film Festival (16:59)
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Connect with Bobbi Fridfinnson here.
If this particular conversation resonated with you, tell a friend or a colleague about Co-Created or share one of the digital stories we were talking about. You can find the stories here.
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Join us on an inspiring exploration of digital storytelling with Burcu Şimşek, an associate professor from Hacettepe University and the visionary behind the Digital Story Hub. Burcu shares her innovative approach to amplifying women's voices through digital storytelling, drawing on her extensive research and passion for gender issues. Discover how her journey began with a PhD thesis that reimagined consciousness-raising meetings for the digital age and how this transformative tool is now empowering women across Turkey. As we navigate through Burcu's journey, we uncover the profound impact digital storytelling has across various fields, from education to medicine, revealing its power to foster empathy and understanding.
But the journey doesn’t stop there. We delve into the emotional depth of storytelling, featuring insights from the 1st International Digital Storytelling Festival. Experience the unique collaboration and emotional connections forged through this creative process, where participants visually express their innermost emotions and build profound bonds through shared experiences. Learn how these stories are not just narratives but bridges that connect diverse perspectives proving that storytelling is not just about telling tales—it's about transforming lives.
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Connect with Burcu Şimşek and read her full bio here.
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What if we could shift the narrative around childhood disabilities to focus on strengths and possibilities? Join us as we explore this transformative idea with Dr. Peter Rosenbaum, co-founder of the CanChild Centre for Childhood-Onset Disability Research. Peter takes us on his inspiring journey from the early days of developmental pediatrics to a revolutionary approach that celebrates the unique abilities of every child. Discover how digital storytelling is changing the way we communicate complex ideas, using metaphors and creative expressions to foster a more inclusive and empowering perspective for society and medical practice.
Through his digital story and this conversation, we traced the rich history and innovative partnerships that define CanChild's groundbreaking work, initiated back in 1988. Learn how the collaboration between researchers and community-based programs has thrived over 35 years, meeting real-world needs with impactful research and creative digital storytelling. Through this collaboration, we explore the "F words of Childhood Disability," a pioneering framework that has influenced similar initiatives on a global scale. Peter shares insights into the cultural adaptations and family empowerment that are reshaping how we understand childhood disability, emphasizing the importance of tailoring these ideas to fit different cultural contexts.
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Connect with Dr. Peter Rosenbaum and read his full bio here.
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Ever wondered how community support can bring creative projects to life? We dive into the mechanics behind organizing an impactful story slam event through the Common Language Kickstarter campaign, emphasizing the crucial role of the all-or-nothing funding model. Discover how you can be part of this inspiring movement, whether by attending, sponsoring, or spreading the word. The stories shared at our event have the potential to not only resonate with audiences but also inspire action towards causes that matter deeply.
Mike Lang shares the incredible experiences had at the International Digital Storytelling Festival in Zakynthos, Greece. From a surgeon's eye-opening revelation about the power of storytelling in healthcare to the art of connecting with global storytellers, this episode captures the magic of narratives that transcend academic boundaries.
Unveil the heart of storytelling within the charitable sector as we discuss sharing stories of the work being done by non-profits across Canada. With a push towards a successful Kickstarter campaign by November 30, 2024, we strive to engage more communities in this powerful journey. Watch the Kickstarter pitch video here.
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Back the Story Slam Kickstarter Here
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