The Art & Science of Great Storytelling in presentations, Lee Jackson interviews Dr. Simon Raybould

The Art & Science of Great Storytelling in presentations, Lee Jackson interviews Dr. Simon Raybould for his popular podcast Get Good At Presenting. Subscribe today, all info: https://www.leejackson.org/links In this conversation, Dr. Simon Raybould and Lee Jackson explore the art and science of storytelling in presentations. They discuss the importance of relatable stories, the techniques for capturing and recording them, and the impact of storytelling on audience engagement. Dr. Raybould emphasises the need for stories that resonate with the audience rather than grand heroic tales, and he shares practical tips for speakers to enhance their storytelling skills. The discussion also touches on the moral implications of storytelling in the speaking industry and the role of research and technology, including AI, in improving storytelling techniques. Takeaways Stories should be relatable to the audience. Big epic stories can reduce self-efficacy. Finding stories requires observation and reflection. Recording stories helps in retaining them. Engagement comes from connection, not just entertainment. The hero of the story doesn't always have to be you. Moral implications exist in the storytelling industry. Research is crucial for effective storytelling. AI can assist in summarising and understanding research. Small, incremental changes lead to lasting impact. The Science of Effective Storytelling. Sound bites "Establishing rapport is a good start." "Your first job is to find the stories." "AI can help simplify research." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Storytelling in Presentations 02:53 The Science Behind Effective Storytelling 05:27 Finding and Capturing Stories 08:07 Techniques for Recording Stories 11:10 The Importance of Relatable Stories 14:01 The Role of the Hero in Stories 16:45 The Dangers of Big Hero Stories 19:18 The Impact of Stories on Audience Engagement 22:16 The Moral Implications of Storytelling 24:58 The Role of Research in Storytelling 27:37 Using AI and Technology in Storytelling 29:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts