Welcome to the Stanford Storytelling Project, a new initiative begun at Stanford University in the fall of 2007. Through a weekly, themed radio show, an audio-video podcast, and live events, we are showcasing some of the best storytelling happening at Stanford and looking closely at the craft of storytelling across genres and media. Have a look around, tune in, and enjoy.

Latest Shows



Streaming
(coming soon)

Episode 215: Unexpected Superheroes
05.21.09


Although superheroes may seem like 2-dimensional relics of our childhood, they can have a significant impact on our lives, and the lives of others. In this episode, listen to stories on superheroes battling in academia, superheroes living among us, and fictional superheroes fighting real-world battles.
Host: Micah Cratty
Producers: Micah Cratty, Lee Konstantinou, Matt Larson
Featured: Professor Scott Bukatman, Robert Walker
Music: Kissing Johnny, Noah Burbank




Streaming
(coming soon)

Episode 214: No work and all play
05.14.09


What is it to be a toy or a tool? What is the difference between work and play, or is there a difference at all? In this episode, we’ll hear seriously playful stories from an academic archaeologist, a woman who designs toys for disabled children, and circuit-bending musicians.
Host: Hannah Krakauer
Producers: Hannah Krakauer, Mike Mellenthin, Heather Roberts
Featured: Michael Shanks, Jessica Zarin Kessin, Reed Ghazala, Sridharan Devarajan
Music: Kissing Johnny, Dubious Ranger, Nimbleweed
Video Podcast: The Man with the Electric Boots by Nicholas Berger
URLs: Development by Design, Michael Shanks' lab



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