The Storytelling with Heart Podcast

Camille DePutter
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The Storytelling with Heart Podcast

How do we tell stories that engage, inspire, and have a lasting impact? How do we turn thoughts and ideas into effective and authentic storytelling? How can we use storytelling to make a difference— in our work, lives, and communities? In this podcast I interview thought leaders and changemakers about the stories that shaped them — and explore how you too can turn your thoughts into leadership. Storytelling with Heart is hosted by Camille DePutter, a storytelling specialist who helps leading professionals create game-changing, award-winning communications.

  1. DEC 4

    Episode 40 - How to overcome limitations and live your fullest, fittest life with Ben Mudge

    Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a baby, Ben Mudge was told he could be dead before his twenties and faced a short and sedentary life.  Thankfully, Ben’s life today is very different from the one medical professionals told him he could have. Refusing to let his illness define him, Ben reinvented himself through fitness, and devoted himself to exploring – and appreciating – what he can do. That approach has taken him through some incredible experiences ranging from competitive bodybuilding and fitness modelling, to getting recognition as a fitness influencer, to daredevil highlining in Scotland, to working as a health and fitness coach, which he does with compassion and care. Now — with me as his writing partner — Ben has authored a new book, called Fitness Without Limits: Training to break through obstacles, live without fear, and find a better you.  In this podcast episode, Ben shares his story, and offers some practical wisdom for anyone looking to break through limitations and get more out of life. Topics we cover: - What it was like growing up with CF and being told he wouldn’t make it to twenty years old - Why getting and staying fit is actually WAY less complicated (and less sexy) than you probably think it is - What Ben learned from bodybuilding and getting super lean — and how he stopped judging and shaming his body - How Ben overcame feeling like he needed to hide who he was in order to be a successful fitness coach, and why he lets his nerd flag fly  - Ben’s most terrifying moment and the pact he made with himself that changed his life - Why you don’t need to be perfect (far from it) to get good results - Why Ben chose to work with a ghostwriter (i.e. me) to write his first book, and what the process was like - How to get unstuck and get past the limitations that stand in your way  Check out Ben’s new book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fitness-Without-Limits-Training-obstacles/dp/1408733617 Find Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benmudge_

    1h 17m

  2. NOV 20

    Episode 39 - How to create your best work (regardless of your job) with Joy Spencer

    “Your work is not your job or your career. Your work is what you create. And what you create is what sets you apart and is the unique contribution that is your legacy.” – Joy Spencer Joy Spencer is a coach, speaker, and organizational development consultant who works with professionals and leaders at all levels within organizations. She hosts the podcast Reframe to Create, and is the founder of Joy Spencer coaching, where she helps leaders sharpen the most important instrument they have for fostering change and developing teams—their own personal development and transformational growth through the art of storytelling.   Joy’s passion for storytelling is to ultimately help people see themselves differently so that they can reframe their understanding of success away from a focus on being productive to a new commitment to being creators who continuously use their gifts to create beautiful things and experiences they can offer in service.   Topics we cover: - Why your job does not define you! And why your potential to build a meaningful body of work isn’t dependent on your job. - Why having to “pay the bills” shouldn’t stop you from doing the work that really matters to you. - The benefit of serving fewer people, and why having a small audience shouldn’t stop you. - The problems with productivity culture, and how to opt-out of it. - Why the process of making something is just as valuable as the product, and how to “fall back in love” with the process of making things. - Why you should embrace being a rebel, or being seen as “weird” or different as you eschew productivity norms. - The art of the reframe, and a new way to think about parameters and limitations. - How to reorient your life around the things that light you up. - Plus, quick tips to help you make time for your creative practice and meaningful work — even if you have a busy schedule and minimal time or energy  For more, find Joy at reframetocreate.com

    50 min

  3. NOV 5

    Episode 38 - Bonus: Coaching with Cam: Build your eulogy, not your resumé

    This episode is a bit of a departure from our usual programming. In this episode, Cam shares some reflections on the passing of their uncle, and what they learned from him.  If you’re in the mood for some introspection, or you’re seeking a bit of perspective on what matters most in your life, have a listen.

    7 min

  4. OCT 23

    Episode 37 - How to Write Copy That Sells (And Isn’t Sleazy) with Zak Columber

    If you’re trying to market a product or service, chances are at some point you’ve wondered: - How do I get people to buy from me? - Which words will sell?  - How can I write in a way that gets people to take action?  - How can I write sales copy that works, but isn’t sleazy or slimy?  Or even - How can I write effective sales copy without losing my authenticity (and feeling like a slime bag?) In this episode, copywriter Zak Columber takes the mystery out of copywriting. Zak Columber helps online business owners earn more revenue through systematic customer research, well-crafted direct response copywriting, and authentic storytelling. His work as a marketing strategist and copywriter has driven over $6.8 million dollars in revenue to date. In this episode, Zak reveals some of his best copywriting secrets — minus the mystery, pretentiousness, and scammy vibes that you might get from other marketers. We cover: - How to inspire your audience to take action and buy from you, without resorting to sleazy tactics or making people feel worse about themselves - How to build trust with your audience  - Why customer research is so important, and how to do it. (Hint: Zak offers a bunch of specific questions you can ask when talking to customers — take notes!) - Zak’s #1 way to improve your marketing overall - Why copywriters can help — or massively mess up your business, and what you should know before hiring someone - The importance of active listening, and how it can set you apart from 95% of other marketers - A simple template for writing subject lines that will get people to open your emails. - Why marketing does not equal social media, and what you should do if your business relies heavily on social - How to connect with your audience AND make room for your own unique personality and style. (Yes, authenticity matters, even in marketing!) And when you’re done listening, don’t forget to grab the customer research bonus resources Zak mentions.  Get them here: https://zakcolumber.com/blog/research-into-revenue-1 And here: https://zakcolumber.com/blog/research-into-revenue-2

    1h 1m

  5. OCT 8

    Episode 36 - How to tell stories as a coach and business owner with Jason Leenaarts

    If you’re a coach, soloist, or small business owner, communicating your ideas is essential.  But how do you make storytelling a part of your regular life and business?  How do you tell stories that are meaningful and interesting to both you, and the people you serve? And, what do you do when you make a mistake or your work is misinterpreted in some way?  In this episode, I explore all of this and more with my guest, Jason Leenaarts.  Jason is the owner of Revolution Fitness & Therapy, a semi-private personal training studio in Northeast Ohio. He's an MNU certified nutritionist, author of two books available on Amazon and former host of the Revolutionary You podcast. Jason is an avid — and consistent — communicator, having maintained his blog for years, releasing weekly podcast episodes for six years before retiring his podcast, posting social content daily, and publishing two books. Through it all, he is honest and open about his own struggles including his past experiences with drug addiction, as well as the messiness and challenges of everyday life.   If you want to bring more authenticity and personal storytelling into your brand and business communications, be more consistent with your writing, and navigate mistakes and pushback from others, check out this episode. We cover: - Why Jason chooses to speak openly about his experiences with drug addiction and his “colorful” past, and how that has impacted his business and his ability to help people  - How to balance the personal vs the professional when it comes to storytelling. (And why your “what the hell, I’m just gonna write about the thing I care about” moments can be the most fruitful.)  - How to write about stuff that interests you while also serving the needs and interests of your audience.  - How Jason put out a podcast every week for 6 years — what he learned from it, and why he decided it was time to quit. - What happens when your content bombs and people misinterpret or just plain hate what you’ve said — and how to recover.  - Jason’s method for responding to criticism and how to use it to make your work better. - How to balance the need to ship your work with the value of putting out rigorous and intentional work. - What a regular writing practice can look like, and how to make time for it. - Why NOW is the time to put your ideas, your wisdom, your story out into the world — and exactly why it matters so much.  For more, check out Jason at jasonleenaarts.com, on Instagram at @jasonleenaarts, or on Facebook at @jason.leenaarts

    52 min

  6. SEP 24

    Episode 35 - Coaching with Cam: How to create a writing routine

    Want to get back into the groove with your writing?  Struggling to get unstuck and establish a consistent writing routine? Been meaning to start writing and publishing but having trouble getting started?  Keep “falling off the wagon” with your writing or creative work? In this “Coaching with Cam” episode, Cam walks you through 6 tips to establish a writing routine that works for you.  Along the way, Cam provides some extra hints and insights into a successful writing process, including: Why it’s so important to “put yourself on the hook” How to keep your writing routine realistic and sustainable Why typical ideas about “getting inspired” could be holding you back, and a useful alternative to help you keep writing even when you don’t feel motivated Why writing and idea generation are two separate activities, and what that means for your writing process. How you can plan ahead of time AND take advantage of random good ideas. One of the most underrated storytelling skills — and how you can start developing it today. How to customize your writing routine for your own preferences.

    24 min

  7. JUN 20

    Episode 34 - How to leave your mark with Scott Livingston

    At a young age, we’re asked “what do you want to be when you grow up?”  But what if your answer to that question doesn’t fit one of the usual “boxes” we’re offered?  What if you want to leave your mark on the world in your own, unique way? What if you want to design your own career and life path for yourself? And what if the crafting and designing… never really ends? If you’ve ever wondered about how to design your own career (and life) for yourself, and leave your mark on your industry or field, Scott Livingston has some insight to share.  Scott Livingston is an athletic therapist, master performance coach, and reconditioning professional. With 35+ years of practice in the human performance industry working in every conceivable performance environment, Scott has trained and reconditioned college, Olympic and professional athletes from just about every imaginable sport.  (For the hockey fans: Scott’s career experience included eleven seasons in the NHL as an athletic therapist and strength and conditioning coach with the Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, and New York Islanders.) These days, Scott is co-founder of Reconditioning HQ, and host of the Leave Your Mark podcast, where he explores people’s life journeys. Notably, Scott crafted his own career from the ground-up. He didn’t take a “regular” job, nor did he work his way up the ladder. At each career step, he thought about how he could craft a role that would allow him to contribute in his own unique way.  In this conversation we explore how Scott (aka Scotty) got to where he is today, some of the ups and downs of his journey, and some of the things he’s learned through his travels. Topics and ideas we explore: - It is your picture to paint: The pros and cons of creating a new role or career path for yourself that doesn’t exist yet.  - Getting comfortable with “slow painting”: Why making big industry changes can be possible, but it might take more time than you think.  - How to do more of what brings you joy: How to identify the things you really love and start to do more of them (even when your current life is built around obligation and responsibility to others.) - The power of inner storytelling: The ways our inner narratives can help or hinder us, and how to start to examine and expand them.  - The value of self-reflection and introspection: Why it’s necessary to look inwards if you want to make an impact.  - How to use neuroscience to your advantage in personal growth — and why you need an accountability practice to change. - Why it’s worth asking people about their lives (not just their expertise): How Scotty fulfilled a lifelong dream of broadcasting through his podcast, and his approach to exploring real life stories on his podcast. - The truth about career growth and arriving at your “destination”: Scotty’s biggest life revelation from looking back on his career. When you’re done listening, learn more about Scott by visiting www.ReconditioningHQ.com

    58 min

  8. JUN 4

    Episode 33 - How to turn secrets into stories with Sasha Vasilyuk

    Imagine finding out that someone you loved lived a double life…keeping a secret the entire family knew nothing about until after they died. Secrets, especially those born out of shame, can make us feel small and hidden. They can have dangerous consequences, not just personally, but also socially and culturally.  On the other hand, bringing those secrets to light can be profoundly enlightening, powerful, and maybe even spark social change.  On today’s episode of the Storytelling with Heart podcast, we explore both the impact of secret-keeping and the potential of storytelling, with journalist and debut novelist, Sasha Vasilyuk. Sasha Vasilyuk is a journalist and author of the new novel, Your Presence is Mandatory, which spans between World War II and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Sasha has an MA in journalism from New York University and her nonfiction has been published in the New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, CNN, Time magazine and more.  Sasha grew up between Ukraine and Russia before immigrating to the U.S. at the age of 13. In 2007, after her grandfather’s death, Sasha’s grandmother discovered in his papers a confession letter addressed to the KGB, revealing a history previously buried. Loosely inspired by her grandfather’s story, the novel explores the multi-generational impact of not only war and trauma, but also secrets and stigma.  In this episode of the Storytelling with Heart podcast, we explore Sasha’s fascinating family story, as well as broader themes such as: – The value of fiction writing and how it can be used to explore nuanced and difficult subjects. – The personal and social risk of internalized shame – how storytelling, or the lack thereof, can shape cultural narratives as well as causing personal harm. – How to navigate the muddy waters of sharing complicated stories with our children and young people. – The challenge of sharing sensitive or vulnerable stories, and how to decide when it’s worth it to share the truth (or not). – Why it’s worth exploring family histories, regardless of whether you want to publish them. – Plus, tips for memoir and creative nonfiction writing! When you’re done listening, check out Your Presence is Mandatory here: www.sashavasilyuk.com/your-presence-is-mandatory.

    53 min
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How do we tell stories that engage, inspire, and have a lasting impact? How do we turn thoughts and ideas into effective and authentic storytelling? How can we use storytelling to make a difference— in our work, lives, and communities? In this podcast I interview thought leaders and changemakers about the stories that shaped them — and explore how you too can turn your thoughts into leadership. Storytelling with Heart is hosted by Camille DePutter, a storytelling specialist who helps leading professionals create game-changing, award-winning communications.

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