The Transformative Power of Storytelling: Bridging Cultures and Inspiring Connection
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What do you think of when we say story? Is it a favorite movie or book, a story passed down by a grandparent? As adults, we use stories in every aspect of our lives, from the social media we consume to the way we interact with our colleagues, clients, friends, and family members.
Dive into the captivating world of storytelling with Shenandoah University's First Year Seminar (FYS) students as they unravel its power to connect cultures, generations, and professions. Discover how stories unite us. This episode celebrates storytelling as a bridge across cultures, fostering empathy, trust, and understanding.
1:16: Different Ways Storytelling Conveys Messages From ballet to cartoons, storytelling offers opportunities to foster creativity and impart essential life lessons. Bleu Do'zia, executive director of Selah Theatre, highlights theater's role in empowering youth, even in communities with limited arts access. Produced by Antonio, Aviv, Emma, Giovanni, Kyla, and Mia.
6:30: How Storytelling Evolved from Cave Paintings to Social Media Trace the evolution of storytelling from ancient cave paintings and Egyptian hieroglyphics to the dynamic realm of social media. Produced by Aaliyah, Arwa, Bodie, Heiri, Ralph, and Will.
11:02: Storytelling in Adult Daily Life and Careers Hear from students as they discuss the integral role storytelling plays in such varied careers as nursing, acting, and music therapy. From veterinary science to elementary education, storytelling enhances connections, fosters empathy, and supports diverse learning. Produced by Abby, Aubrey, Chloe, Hannah, Katie, and Makaia.
16:54 - How Storytelling Unites People Explore the unifying power of storytelling in building empathy, trust, and connections among people. Discover how shared stories foster understanding and compassion, breaking down barriers and creating bonds across diverse backgrounds. Produced by Annie, Diego, Lily, Peyton, and Timothy.
Join us as we embrace the stories that unite us, bridging cultural divides and fostering human connection.
Special thanks to FYS mentor Riley Broshears for helping produce this episode and to co-professor Bleu Do'zia for contributing her storytelling expertise.
Thank you to the FYS students who worked to synthesize their perspectives on storytelling for this episode: Will Ashley, Aaliyah Bates Blocker, Bodie Beach, Diego Blanco, Makaia Bliss, Kyla Carter, Aubrey Dunbar, Peyton Foranoce, Aviv Haroz, Arwa Hassan, Timothy Johnson, Abigail Kuster, Mia Nelson, Ralph Parker, Heiri Romero-Guillen, Antonio Saladino, Giovanni Santoro, Hannah Smelser, Annie Starliper, Lily Tippets, Katie Toker, Chloe Vaughn, and Emma Wheatley.
And a big thank you to Shenandoah University and the FYS team (Bryan Pearce-Gonzales and Leann Curley).
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