Episodes

  • Profitable Growth Through Story and Strategy with Jon Morris

    Profitable Growth Through Story and Strategy with Jon Morris
    Sep 9 2025
    Jon Morris, Founder & CEO of Fiscal Advocate Inc., has spent decades as business leader in both the marketing and financial spaces. After growing his own marketing agency into one of the largest in the world, Jon transitioned into the financial industry to help people run better organizations and produce better results. In this episode, Jon and Paul discuss how data and numbers can help tell company stories, the importance of spending money on sales and marketing to grow faster, and how to serve customers more profitably. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Chapters with Paul: Brand Storytelling

    Chapters with Paul: Brand Storytelling
    Aug 26 2025
    Paul Furiga, our Chief Storyteller, and Tara, our Content Manager, are back in the studio to dive into the powerful connection between storytelling and brand building. In this episode, they explore how stories shape the way audiences perceive and connect with a company, share practical strategies for weaving storytelling into your marketing efforts, and unpack the psychology behind why storytelling resonates so strongly with people, driving loyalty and long-term impact. They also highlight some of the most memorable storytelling campaigns from brands like Apple and Coca-Cola, and examine what made them so effective and how businesses of any size can learn from their successes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • 50 Takeaways from 50 Episodes

    50 Takeaways from 50 Episodes
    Aug 12 2025
    In this special 50th episode of Storylines Live, Chief Storyteller and host Paul Furiga is joined by Content Manager Tara Darazio to reflect on the journey so far. Podcasting is no small endeavor, and after 50 episodes, Paul shares what he's learned—offering insights and lessons for anyone curious about launching or growing their own podcast. Whether you're a longtime listener or new to the show, this milestone episode is packed with reflection, gratitude, and practical advice from the frontlines of storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • Chapters with Paul: Writing Fiction and Nonfiction

    Chapters with Paul: Writing Fiction and Nonfiction
    Jul 29 2025
    Paul Furiga, our Chief Storyteller and host, is back for another episode of Chapters with Paul featuring Tara Darazio, our Content Manager. With decades of professional writing experience and a few books under their belts, Paul and Tara have overcome the often intimidating process of writing a book. In this episode, they discuss how they became interested in books, the writing process, the differences and similarities between writing fiction and nonfiction, and the importance of writing with the right people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Building Business Success with Ivy Slater

    Building Business Success with Ivy Slater
    Jul 15 2025
    Ivy Slater, CEO of Slater Success, has spent almost two decades partnering with hundreds of C-Suite executives and upper-level managers to reenergize their businesses, revive stagnant sales, and develop actionable plans designed to outperform previous income projections. In this episode, Ivy and Paul discuss her journey of building a business, finding work that is fulfilling, the importance of supporting women business owners, and facilitating relationships that lead to success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Storytelling in Public Service with Jim Hunt

    Storytelling in Public Service with Jim Hunt
    Jun 30 2025
    Jim Hunt, Founder and CEO of Amazing Cities, is a local government expert and thought leader who specializes in finding innovative solutions to create amazing cities and towns. With a diverse background in local government, community revitalization, and business consulting, Jim brings a unique skill set to his work. In this episode, Jim and Paul discuss the importance of storytelling and relatability in local government and why cities need branding. Jim also dives into his tenure as a mayor and council member, doing the grunt work, how he helps cities as a consultant, and the importance of working for your constituents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Chapters with Paul: Learning Styles

    Chapters with Paul: Learning Styles
    Jun 16 2025
    Paul Furiga, our Chief Storyteller and host, is back in the hot seat. In this episode, Tara and Paul discuss the psychology of how people digest content based on the pseudoscientific approach to learning styles called neurolinguistic programming (NLP). They share how to uncover your own learning style, why brands need to tailor their Capital S Story towards all types of learners, and how to select the right channels to effectively reach all learning styles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • Finding Balance Beyond the Practice with Jordan Sanders

    Finding Balance Beyond the Practice with Jordan Sanders
    Jun 3 2025
    It can be challenging for professionals in any industry to disconnect their professional worth from their self-worth and successfully avoid burnout. Jordan Sanders, DMD, has decades of experience in dentistry and has witnessed firsthand how important mental health and resilience are in the workplace. In this episode, Jordan and Paul discuss his transition from a dental practice to building an education platform for dentists and other professionals, the challenges of balancing technical skills with business acumen, and the significance of mindfulness in professional development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins