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What could be more theatrical than stories told in a courtroom? Especially those told to represent individuals who cannot afford adequate defense when accused of a crime?
In this episode we chat with Matt Cleaver, Staff Attorney with Brooklyn Defender Services, a passionate public defender and a human rights activist. Trained in theater, experienced in arts administration and theater management, Matt pivoted to a career in law, to make a difference in lives of those disadvantaged in society. He brings a unique perspective to his role, representing and advocating for clients whose stories are often silenced by the nature of legal system. In our chat Matt shares anecdotes of using story to engage prosecutorial adversaries as collaborators, the need for specificity to amplify the stories of his clients, and the significance of language we use that can subtly impact the outcome of any defense.  
 

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In this episode we couldn’t be prouder to chat with jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton.
A nine-time Grammy nominated artist, with an international performing career, Tierney is known for unique and inventive arrangements of jazz standards and other musical genres, a 20-year relationship with her band, and deft retellings of songs’ stories that we thought we knew. She is now performing own compositions in one of her most recent collaborations (or “consultations” as she explains on the podcast) with the San Gabriel 7 in the album and music video Good People.  
You can learn about all things Tierney, find a calendar of where she is performing, and links to listen to recordings her music and her on YouTube pages listed on her site: https://tierneysutton.com/
If you don’t know her work there are so many stand outs we would recommend listening to, including albums featuring songs from artists as diverse as Joni Mitchell and Sting, and songs we know from movies. (She has great stories about the band working with Clint Eastwood to creating the soundtrack to the movie “Sully”.)

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In Episode 3 of Season 3 we're thrilled to speak with author and marketing guru Mark Earls. Mark make the brain stuff simple to help brands and businesses understand how people behave.
Follow Mark on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-earls-a393982/ or visit his website https://herdhq.com/ for more.
Story Conversations is produced by Iambic Creative and Griffin + Skeggs Collaborative.

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In Episode 2 of Season 3 we have the privilege of chatting with the inspiring Mary Beech, CMO and Chief Transformation Officer of Scholastic Corporation, the renowned global children’s publisher, education and media company. 
It's hard not to think about “story” in the context of a 100 year old brand dedicated to publishing and distributing books that instill a love and passion for reading in kids of all ages. But Mary’s career journey before Scholastic, at companies like Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade and Disney, has included critical roles helping these organizations leverage their unique brand narratives.
Follow her on Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryrennerbeech/ where she shares her views on how to be a successful CMO, the role of story to convey purpose as well as driving a P&L, and generally how to be a good and gracious leader.

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Welcome to Season 3!
In our first episode of Season 3 we speak with the wonderful Emily Weiner (co-founder and Artistic Director) and Susan Goodwillie (Managing Director) from Houses on the Moon theater company: https://housesonthemoon.org
We hear all about how and why the company was formed and the philosophy behind their productions that amplify the stories of unheard voices.- including their latest show Hotel Happy, playing from Feb. 14th – March 3rd, 2024: https://housesonthemoon.org/production/hotel-happy/ 

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In this episode we speak with the wonderful Steve McCreary, General Manager of Collings Guitars. We explore why an authentic origin story is important, but also the power of association through storytellers. Who tells the story matters.
Learn more about Collings.

Story Conversations is produced by Iambic Creative and Griffin + Skeggs Collaborative.

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