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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.

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19:27

Ethical Calls to Action: Moving Beyond Manipulation...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text 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 can inspire meaningful engagement without manipulating emotions. We explore the harm caused by donor saviorism, shame-based giving, and misleading urgency—and offer practical ways to reframe your nonprofit’s messaging to honor the agency o...

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32:46

Can You Tell This Story? Legal Considerations with...

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2025/01/21

Send us a textAs 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 questions about storytelling and the law.What elements should a media consent form include to truly protect both the storyteller and the organization? What should we keep in mind if we want to compensate story contributors? What rights do storyowners have i...

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18:11

Lessons Learned in Trauma-Informed Storytelling:...

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2025/01/07

Send us a textIn 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 lessons from the past year and tackle big questions: How do we move beyond surface-level discussions to foster deeper action? What role does empathy play in overcoming resistance to new approaches? How can we navigate the guilt that accompanies unle...

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26:19

Finding Balance and Joy in Nonprofit Storytelling...

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2024/12/17

Send us a textIn 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 candid insights offer a much-needed pause for nonprofit professionals and storytellers navigating the relentless demands of their work. We discuss the importance of slowing down to avoid burnout and maintain the authenticity and empathy necessary f...

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24:04

Humanizing Environmental and Conservation Justice...

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2024/12/03

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Melissa Romero, Associate Director of Marketing at The Nature Conservancy, to explore the critical intersection of environmental advocacy and trauma-informed storytelling. We delve into how environmental and conservation challenges profoundly impact communities, revealing the human stories often hidden behind environmental issues.Melissa sheds light on the often-overlooked trauma that environmental challenges can impose on people, from the devas...

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22:06

The Realities of Storyteller Vicarious Trauma with...

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2024/11/19

Send us a textCrisis journalist Àmáká Òkóyè has witnessed some of the most harrowing conflicts and atrocities in Nigeria’s recent history. And her commitment to elevating the human stories behind the headlines came at a heavy personal cost. In this powerful episode, Àmáká bravely opens up about her mental health crisis after immersing herself in conflict reporting. Her story shines a much-needed light on the profound mental and emotional toll of bearing witness. Àmáká's journey show...

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31:09

Using Empathy to Foster Social Impact with Joseph Cope

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2024/11/05

Send us a textIn an era where social change often feels like one step forward and two back, this impactful conversation with "The Empathy Guy," Joseph Cope, offers a fresh perspective on how we can move the needle on significant social issues.Thanks to Joseph, leaders around the country have begun to discover one of the keys to authentic human connection—the most unheralded of leadership superpowers—empathy.For anyone who has ever felt frustrated by resistance to change in their organization ...

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26:53

Exploring Ancestral Trauma with Meenadchi

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2024/10/22

Send us a textMeenadchi is many things, including being a somatic healing practitioner, TEDx speaker, and communications expert whose work centers on social change and embodied transformation. She also helps folks clear ancestral trauma to create intergenerational healing. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of generational healing, offering insights that could transform your perspective on personal growth and self-discovery. The impact of understanding generational ...

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28:03

Becoming an Anti-Ableist Storyteller with Tiffany Yu

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2024/10/08

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Tiffany Yu, disability rights advocate and author of the groundbreaking new book The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, as she shares her journey from a childhood car accident to becoming a leading voice in disability inclusion. For storytellers, content creators, and anyone looking to make their work more inclusive, this conversation is an essential guide to understanding how language shapes perception and how we can all contribute to building a more...

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32:13

Rx for Storyteller Wellness with Therapist Shulamit...

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2024/09/24

In this episode, I sit down with Shulamit Ber Levtov, "The Entrepreneurs' Therapist," to address a critical issue in the nonprofit world: the mental health of storytellers who bear witness to challenging narratives.In the nonprofit sector, many of us wear multiple hats - we're not just storytellers but also fundraisers, advocates, project managers, and more. This balancing act, coupled with the emotional weight of the stories we tell, can lead to a unique form of stress and burnout. How ...

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40:12

Beyond Sensationalism: Navigating Human Trafficking...

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2024/09/10

Join us as we explore the complex world of human trafficking storytelling with Matthew Fairfax, co-founder of the Justice and Soul Foundation.Content warning: This episode discusses sex trafficking and sexual violence. Please be mindful of your emotional capacity while listening.Matthew's journey from salon owner to advocate is both surprising and inspiring. His organization is dedicated to empowering survivors and at-risk youth through professional cosmetology training, offering them a path ...

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27:25

Sensory Story Gathering with Madeleine St. John

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2024/08/27

In this episodeImagine if story gathering wasn't just about words on a page or voice-to-voice. What if we could capture narratives through the stroke of a paintbrush, the sculpting of clay, or the graceful movements of dance? In this fascinating episode, we dive into this very realm with Madeleine St. John, whose vocation spans from nonprofit communications, philanthropy, community engagement, and expressive arts therapy.Madeleine introduces us to the forward-thinking concept of sen...

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38:49

Safely Telling Youth-Centered Stories with Janelle...

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2024/08/13

In this episodeIn this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Janelle Suzanne, the managing partner and chief marketing officer at Louder Agency. Janelle and I take on the complex topic of youth-centered storytelling, offering valuable insights into the delicate balance between sharing impactful narratives and protecting vulnerable children.Our discussion begins by exploring the nuances of storytelling for young people in challenging circumstances, with a particular focus on children ...

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41:04

Painful Stories in Public Defense with Sy Hoekstra

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2024/07/23

In this powerful episode, former public defender Sy Hoekstra shares his experiences working in family court, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges within the child welfare system. A system where both families and public defenders have no choice but to tell incredibly traumatic stories. Content Warning: Sy describes the traumatic impact of investigations on families, particularly on families of color. So, we'll be talking about systematic racism at play. Be mindful of you...

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26:39

Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces with Frank Velásquez...

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2024/07/09

Are you ready for a masterclass in trauma-informed space holding? In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we are joined by Frank Velásquez Jr., founder of 4 the Hood and creator of the Ascending Leaders in Color Fellowship program. Frank pulls back the curtain on how he creates protected spaces for leaders of color to connect, grow, and authentically express themselves without filters. We also discussed the crucial need for these spaces, given the historical lack of representation ...

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33:05

Lessons From a Social Justice-Driven Oral Historian...

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2024/06/25

Cliff Mayotte, a seasoned oral historian and co-author of the book Say It Forward: A Guide to Social Justice Storytelling shares invaluable insights from his experiences as a social justice-centered storyteller. Cliff's journey began with a deep love for theater and a transformative encounter with Studs Terkel's oral histories, which ignited his passion for storytelling rooted in social justice.He challenges rigid assumptions about trauma-informed practices, advocating for creating "brave spa...

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23:34

Building an Inclusive and Values-Driven Brand with...

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2024/06/11

In this episode, Crystal Whitaker, an inclusive branding and leadership development consultant, shares her insights on creating authentic, values-driven brands that foster a sense of belonging. Crystal delves into the fine line between intentional inclusion and performative actions, stressing the need for consistent, year-round efforts that go beyond tokenism. She provides practical strategies for brave leadership, such as disrupting the status quo, practicing attunement, and incorporati...

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25:34

Overcoming Fundraiser Fatigue with Micah James

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2024/05/28

Fundraising is a calling fueled by a passion for important causes. However, the weight of connecting resources to meet overwhelming needs can lead to burnout for even the most dedicated fundraisers. In this candid discussion, veteran fundraiser Micah James opens up about the unique stresses faced by those tasked with championing non-profit missions through securing donations.From carrying the burden of potential impact on lives to navigating intense seasonal workloads, Micah provides insights...

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28:37

Exploring Storyteller Self-Care with Liz Jackson

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2024/05/14

As a development director at NAMI, Liz Jackson is immersed in the powerful and often painful stories of those impacted by mental illness. In this episode, she shares her journey of learning the critical importance of self-care for storytellers bearing witness to trauma. Liz openly discusses the warning signs that she was approaching burnout early in her role and how she became more deliberate about caring for herself. Liz's wisdom on nurturing resilience as a storyteller is a must-liste...

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35:08

Emotionally Health Activism with Jonathan Walton

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2024/05/06

In the first episode of our special series on mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we discuss maintaining emotional health while continuing your activism. Many activists burn out quickly due to compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and a lack of emotional self-care. In this episode, Jonathan Walton opens up about his own journey from unhealthy activism driven by unresolved personal wounds to a more sustainable practice of emotionally healthy activism.Jonathan's w...

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