Personal Stories

There's a difference between a story and a great story. A story has a beginning, middle, and end. but a great story sucks listeners in through a strong Set Up, choosing the most relatable...

One of the most overlooked aspects of storytelling is the use of dialogue. Most radio personalities never consider it because we think of dialogue as the lines spoken in a theatrical performance, movie, book,...

There's nothing like a great personal story to hold a listener's attention and endear air talent to an audience. Stores are character-defining moments of unique content that nobody else can replicate. But prepping and...

When radio personalities open up and are bold enough to be vulnerable, listeners are able to get to know them better. But many think that means they should simply make fun of themselves as...

Isn't it embarrassing to share a great experience or personal story with friends, and there is no reaction? So you sheepishly mumble something like, "Believe me, it was great. Must be that you had...

Ranting has taken over social media. Isn't it amazing that so many people think their Facebook or Twitter feed is a bully pulpit to try and change your opinion? But it doesn't work. It's...

Sharing personal stories affects listeners personally and powerfully. If you ever wondered if what you do on the air matters, read this case study of how a well-told story saved a life. This article is...

Many personalities struggle to turn a topic or idea into a relatable story that pulls listeners in. There's a thin line between being self-absorbed and interesting with an outward focus. That's why personal stories...

The only thing harder than telling personal stories is prepping a personal story. There’s nothing like great radio talent telling personal stories from real-life experiences. It’s also among the greatest risks of running listeners...

Some personalities struggle to find personal stories. And there's a good reason for that. It's hard for some to share their experiences and observations in a natural, authentic and relatable way. But there's a...