The Resilient Author Podcast explores the architecture of impact. Host Kary Youman goes behind the scenes with nonfiction authors who have turned personal setbacks into proprietary frameworks.
These aren’t just stories about writing; they are deep dives into how resilience is codified into a legacy.
Through structured, high-fidelity conversations, Kary extracts the "hard-won wisdom" from leaders who have faced down the setbacks of the build to bring their message to the world.
Whether you are a founder, consultant, or creator, this show offers the strategic insights and professional courage needed to turn your lived experience into a lasting authority asset.
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The Resilient Author Podcast explores the architecture of impact. Host Kary Youman goes behind the scenes with nonfiction authors who have turned personal setbacks into proprietary frameworks.
These aren’t just stories about writing; they are deep dives into how resilience is codified into a legacy.
Through structured, high-fidelity conversations, Kary extracts the "hard-won wisdom" from leaders who have faced down the setbacks of the build to bring their message to the world.
Whether you are a founder, consultant, or creator, this show offers the strategic insights and professional courage needed to turn your lived experience into a lasting authority asset.
How Stories Heal: Finding Truth Through The Narrative Edge with Dr. Rod Berger
The Resilient Author with Kary Youman
48 minutes
2 months ago
How Stories Heal: Finding Truth Through The Narrative Edge with Dr. Rod Berger
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In this episode, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Rod Berger, a journalist, author, and global storyteller who has conducted over 4,000 interviews with some of the most fascinating people on the planet — from world leaders and innovators to athletes and educators.
Our conversation centers around his new book, The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling That Meets the Moment, and the lessons he’s learned after years of listening to stories that span cultures, faiths, and generations.
What struck me most about Rod is how deeply he listens. He doesn’t approach storytelling as a performance, but as a form of service — a way to restore dignity and connection in a world that often rushes past the human experience.
We talked about how stories shape leadership, how truth can bridge divides, and what happens when we stop talking long enough to really hear each other. Rod shared powerful moments from his travels through refugee camps, his experiences in the Nordics, and the ways curiosity continues to guide his life and work.
This conversation reminded me that resilience doesn’t always come from fighting harder — sometimes it comes from listening deeper.
If you’ve ever wondered what it means to tell stories that heal, this episode will inspire you to find the courage to share your own.
🎧 Listen to the full episode of The Resilient Author Podcast with Dr. Rod Berger 📖 Learn more about Rod’s work at drodberger.com
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The Resilient Author with Kary Youman
The Resilient Author Podcast explores the architecture of impact. Host Kary Youman goes behind the scenes with nonfiction authors who have turned personal setbacks into proprietary frameworks.
These aren’t just stories about writing; they are deep dives into how resilience is codified into a legacy.
Through structured, high-fidelity conversations, Kary extracts the "hard-won wisdom" from leaders who have faced down the setbacks of the build to bring their message to the world.
Whether you are a founder, consultant, or creator, this show offers the strategic insights and professional courage needed to turn your lived experience into a lasting authority asset.
