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When Bearing Witness®: Becoming a Trauma-Informed Storyteller

Maria Bryan
Trauma-Informed Storytelling
Nonprofit Sector
Vicarious Trauma
Ethical Storytelling
Generational Trauma
Nonprofits
Fundraising
Environmental Conservation
Nonprofit Fundraising
Nonprofit Marketing
Empathy
Anti-Racist Mental Health Care
Ecological Grief
Ancestral Trauma
The Nature Conservancy
Trauma-Informed Care
Social Justice
Burnout
Mental Health Equity
Storyteller Wellness

The When Bearing Witness® podcast is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling painful stories. Join my conversations with trauma-informed experts and fellow social-good storytellers as we help shape the intersection of trauma-informed care and the storytelling process.

Stories are sacred, and we can create a safe space to tell and... more

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Storytelling in the anti-trafficking space carries a particular weight, where the urgency to communicate impact can pull against the responsibility to protect the very people whose stories are being told. Many nonprofit communicator... more

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Nonprofit storytelling is changing. Organizations are being asked to think more carefully about how stories are gathered, who holds power in the storytelling process, and what it means to share stories with dignity,... more

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By this point in the year, storytelling can start to feel different.

You’re still showing up to the interviews, the deadlines, the back and forth. But something begins to shift. A story lingers longer than you expect. A decision st... more

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Diana, CEO of Habrá Marketing and creator of the Equastory framework, joins us for a conversation about what it takes for trauma-informed storytelling to become more than an individual practice. It becomes a movement when people beg... more

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Natalie Monroe
Representative from MemoryFox discussing ethical storytelling and consent
MemoryFox
Episode: Building a Nonprofit Story Bank With Consent and Care with Natalie Monroe
Diana Farias Heinrich
Dedicated to helping nonprofits communicate with integrity and care; founder of Habrá Marketing and organizer of the Ethical Nonprofit Summit; creator of the Equastory framework
Habrá Marketing; Ethical Nonprofit Summit; Equastory
Episode: How Ethical Storytelling Becomes a Movement With Diana Farias Heinrich
Michael Kass
Founder of Story & Spirit; designs convening and trainings for nonprofits and organizations
Story & Spirit
Episode: Bringing Nonprofit Storytelling Back to the Campfire with Michael Kass
Frank Velásquez Jr.
Storyteller, social justice advocate, founder of 4 Da Hood and Ascending Leaders in Color
4 Da Hood; Ascending Leaders in Color
Episode: Joy As A Liberatory Practice with Frank Velásquez Jr.
Rachel D'Souza
Founder of Gladiator Consulting
Gladiator Consulting
Episode: Repairing Storytelling Harm with Rachel D'Souza
Kristi Scott
Email marketing and fundraising consultant for nonprofits
Self-employed / Consultant
Episode: Leading Ethical Storytelling from the Outside with Kristi Scott
Michelle Vande Hay
Trauma-Sensitive Holistic Life & Business Coach; Certified Yoga Facilitator
Episode: Tending to Storyteller Vicarious Trauma with Michelle Vande Hay
Angela Soliz
Trauma-Informed Resilience Coach, artist and founder of Gela Road
Gela Road
Episode: The Art and Practice of Resilient Storytelling with Angela Soliz
Amanda Clelland
Director of Communications and Advocacy at Thistle Farms
Thistle Farms
Episode: Flipping the Script on Nonprofit Media Relations with Amanda Clelland

Host

Maria Bryan
Host focusing on trauma-informed storytelling, equipped with expertise in nonprofit marketing and communications, guiding discussions that shape the narrative of trauma and healing.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • A must-listen

    Can’t recommend this enough to my nonprofit marketing, communications and fundraising colleagues. Maria is my go-to on trauma-informed storytelling, and this podcast is full of great tips for storytelling - including self-care for storytellers - and compelling interviews with others in the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nonprofit communicator
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hi hottie Maria Bryan 😘😍❤️

    Hey babe Maria Bryan 🩷😘 Alison, can I hold hug you and sit on your laps and skinship sex❤️?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LetTheMagicIdeasBegins
    United Statesa year ago
  • Become a better human

    Maria’s expertise and the expertise of her guests is beyond what anyone is doing in the philanthropic industry. I’ve learned so much from Maria and her guests drop gems left and right. Thank you for highlighting this crucial topic in our sector.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana FH
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    As an attorney working for a non-profit that serves many clients with multi-faceted trauma, I have appreciated the simple but profound way this podcast explores how to relate with clients in a safe and respectful way. I love the different perspectives and experience of the guests and Maria’s masterful interviewing style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tat_Tat
    United States2 years ago
  • Bearing Witness

    This was very helpful. I am curious as to how this will help me with sharing stories to our supporters about our single Moms in Moldova.

    Thank you. I am looking forward to each episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FOJM2020
    United States3 years ago

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Audience members express gratitude for practical tips and deeper understanding of how to share sensitive stories appropriately.
There is a positive reception to the host's engaging interview style and the supportive community built around the podcast.
Many appreciate the diverse guest lineup and their practical advice on ethical storytelling.
Listeners commend the insights on trauma-informed storytelling and its impact on nonprofit marketing.
Reviews often highlight the importance of the topics discussed for those working in social justice and mental health.

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Survivor Storytelling as a Catalyst for Change with Anne K. Ream
Q: What outcomes have you seen from writers who participate in your programs, beyond traditional publication?
Writers have published novels, op-eds, and lobby on Capitol Hill; some experience personal breakthroughs at family meals by speaking up for the first time, and these personal moments often become catalysts for broader social change.
Survivor Storytelling as a Catalyst for Change with Anne K. Ream
Q: You've described how the Me Too moment and two decades of work have shaped your approach. How has the practice changed over time?
The practice became radically different as we began to recognize the political power of storytelling and to formalize trauma-informed pedagogy within writing workshops, ensuring safety, agency, and the potential for joy alongside healing.
Tending to Storyteller Vicarious Trauma with Michelle Vande Hay
Q: Michelle, how can listeners connect with you and learn more from you and possibly work with you?
She shares her website michellevandehay.com and social channels like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, plus a group coaching program called The Inner Circle, offering growth through both individual guidance and peer mentoring.
Centering Accessibility in Nonprofit Marketing with Dominique Dunlop
Q: How can organizations frame accessibility in a way that leaders will support rather than resist?
She suggests presenting accessibility as a means to increase website visitors, donors, and overall trust, rather than as an abstract ethical obligation, to gain leadership buy-in.
Centering Accessibility in Nonprofit Marketing with Dominique Dunlop
Q: What are some practical first steps nonprofits can take to become more accessible?
Dominique outlines starting with small, manageable actions like adding captions and transcripts, ensuring alt text on images, and choosing accessible tools, emphasizing progress over perfection and continual learning.

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2. Diana Farias Heinrich
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