#30 - Vulnerability Is The KEY To Great Storytelling | Dr. Rod Berger

Dr Rod Berger is an expert in the art of storytelling, an interviewer, and the author of the upcoming book The Narrative Edge. In this conversation, we explore why vulnerability is the key to powerful storytelling, how stories shape our identity, and why facts alone rarely move people. From ancient myths to modern brands, Dr Berger reveals how stories connect us, build trust, and influence the way we see ourselves and the world.

Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 1:26 Why Is Storytelling Ingrained In Us?
• 4:37 Storytelling Can Be Found Everywhere
• 7:25 A Story That Lives In Rod's Head Rent-Free
• 13:11 Go Create Stories Worth Telling To Your Grandchildren
• 14:58 You Don't Always Need To Be The Lead Character of A Story
• 16:33 The Stories We Tell Ourselves
• 20:47 Common Themes Of Stories Worldwide
• 23:35 Listen Without An Agenda
• 25:24 The Opportunity For Genuine Communication
• 28:41 The Storytelling In Brands Rod Loves
• 32:17 The Power Of Storytelling Behind Products
• 34:56 Why Rod Enjoys Listening To Actors & Directors
• 40:04 Podcast Interviews Are Like A Dance
• 42:39 The Narrative Edge: Vulnerability As Strength
• 48:23 Do People Live Stories They Choose or Stories They Inherited?
• 53:47 The Last Question