The Storyteller

The Storyteller
Podcast Description
Join me as I have conversations with storytellers from all walks of life combined with some data analytics thrown in. What's there not to like?
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Explores themes of personal experiences and storytelling, with episodes covering unique stories like Laura Canali's 23 concert experiences with Oasis, Louis Yu's insights on video games and empathy, and Ben Buckland's adventurous trekking across Switzerland, all illustrated by creative data visualizations that enhance the storytelling.

Join me, Shazeera Zawawi as we embark on a fascinating journey with a diverse cast of storytellers ; from authors to social activists and documentary filmmakers to data artists. In each episode, we dive into their unique crafts, exploring their thoughts and approaches that make a compelling narrative, regardless of the medium.
How does a playwright build tension that we can apply to a dynamic dashboard? What can a photographer teach us about highlighting key insights in a complex dataset? How does a musician’s use of rhythm inform the pacing of a data-driven presentation?
Through insightful interviews, practical takeaways, and a spirit of curious inquiry, The Storytellers aim to inspire and equip you to transform raw data into impactful, memorable, and human-centered stories. Whether you’re a data professional looking to elevate your visualizations, a creative seeking new perspectives, or simply someone who appreciates a good story, this podcast is for you.
In this episode of The Storytellers, I reconnect with my dear friend Brianne, who shares her journey from humanitarian work to becoming an artist and writer. We discuss the therapeutic nature of art, the importance of community, and the challenges of vulnerability in storytelling. Brianne reflects on her experiences with grief and healing through creativity, emphasising the significance of sharing personal stories and the impact of art on mental health. The conversation also touches on the growing zine culture in Malaysia and the importance of finding supportive communities for creative expression. I hope you will be inspired and empowered to channel your vulnerabilities as your strength in your storytelling just as much as I did through the conversation. Enjoy!
Check out and support Brianne's wonderful work at her Instagram and Medium page.
Corrigendum : In the interview, Brianne said the Zine Fest that she attended this year was the first ever fest organised in Kuala Lumpur. We realised that this is factually incorrect after we did the interview. The first Zine Fest in Kuala Lumpur was organised on 25 July 2010. We apologise for the initial inaccuracy.

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