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The Afterword: A Conversation About the Future of Words

Nov 30, 2019

Join us at the table as we continue our conversation about performance-led storytelling. When we connect emotion with content through performance, we pull our audience in rather than push them to learn.

"Performance is learning," according to our guest, Cassie Johansen, a teacher who uses storytelling to support the...


Nov 23, 2019

Engagement is strongest when we connect emotion to story!

Sparking interest and encouraging others through performance enhances the power to retain information. Why do we remember the details of story or content when we are engaged? How can we better insure that our audiences will retain the key elements of...


Nov 16, 2019

Fresh ingredients, farm-to-table dishes, locally sourced products, and a bit of know-how make a recipe for success!

How do stories passed down from one generation to another support community and culture? We continue our conversation with Chef John Malik and writer Victoria Duerstock about the value of sharing stories...


Nov 9, 2019

Cooking is ancient, and every culture has its signature dishes. How do the foods we prepare and eat become part of our family stories? What are the elements of a recipe that endure the test of time? How can those who may not be trained chefs begin their cooking journey? And what has changed over time in ingredients...


Nov 2, 2019

Data reveals that what is being taught in school does not match the needed skills and information required for current and future careers. Will the 21st century learner be ready to step into the industries of tomorrow? How are we exploring the potential skills of all students? 

Our guests Joel Tanner and