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When Bearing Witness®: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Storyteller
The When Bearing Witness® podcast is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling painful stories. Join my conversations with trauma-informed experts and fellow social-good storytellers as we help shape the intersection of trauma-informed care and the storytelling process.
Stories are sacred, and we can create a safe space to tell and share them.
Podcasting since 2023 • 31 episodes
When Bearing Witness®: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Storyteller
Latest Episodes
Breaking the Invisibility Tax: The Science Behind Who Gets Heard with Chloé Nwangwu
When brand scientist Chloé Nwangwu discovered that crucial Yemen voices were excluded from peace talks during its civil war, she realized something profound: brands teach others how to treat you. This revelation led her to develop groundbreakin...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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27:22
Ethical Calls to Action: Moving Beyond Manipulation in Nonprofit Storytelling
Gone are the days of guilt-driven appeals and false urgency in nonprofit marketing. In 2025, we are embracing trauma-informed storytelling that empowers, not exploits. In this episode, we unpack why ethical calls to action matter and how they c...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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19:27
Can You Tell This Story? Legal Considerations with Attorney Allie Levene
As nonprofit storytellers, navigating the legal landscape of consent, privacy, and story ownership is daunting. In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we sit down with attorney Allie Levene to answer your most pressing qu...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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32:46
Lessons Learned in Trauma-Informed Storytelling: Reflections for 2025
In this reflective solo episode kicking off season two of When Bearing Witness, Maria Bryan shares valuable insights gained from a transformative year of conversations about trauma-informed storytelling. Join us as we reflect on les...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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18:11
Finding Balance and Joy in Nonprofit Storytelling with Kishshana Palmer
In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we talk with Kishshana Palmer, a dynamic international speaker, coach, and author, to discuss her new book, Busy Is a Four-Letter Word: A Guide to Achieving More by Doing Less. Kishshana’s ca...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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26:19
