Episode 2: Mozhan Navabi

Unlock your Storytelling Superpower! In this episode, Karen Eber, acclaimed author of "The Perfect Story," shares tips on how to make stories stick in the minds of your listeners, and explains the secrets of the brain's "factory settings". Hear her journey from navigating personal quirks in childhood to corporate roles at GE and Deloitte to becoming a chief storyteller. Discover how to transform data into vivid narratives, make your stories compelling, and create human connection. Karen shares insights on overcoming public speaking anxiety, and packs this episode with wisdom to help you share your message powerfully. Find Karen Eber at kareneber.com and grab a copy of "The Perfect Story".

David Noles' journey is one of creative evolution, from cooking to photography and now, fully embracing his passion for gardening. He's continuously exploring new ways to express himself. In this episode, we delve into his identity, the core theme of this podcast, and how it has shaped his transitions. Join us for an insightful conversation about authenticity, passions and embracing new directions.

"You being the 'only' in the room is a superpower, not a weakness." Esther Ayorinde is an expert at bridging different worlds. In 2013, she was the captain of the NFL NY Jets dancers at the same time as being one of the top performing sales executives at one of the largest technology companies in the world – seamlessly meshing both roles into her identity. Now she's an entrepreneur, board member and investor.  As we create our unique paths and bring together different interests in our lives, we can all benefit from Esther's experience. She doesn't look for a home in the places she goes and jobs she undertakes. Find out where and how she creates 'home' for herself, wherever she goes.

Mozhan Navabi is a force of nature. Through her different roles, from acting to screenwriting to directing, she's created a life that reflects her values and her true self.  She shares her flaws, challenges and vulnerability  and we discuss her search for identity and accepting impermanence and the freedom that comes with it.  As an individual who spent much of her life going for what she wants, she shares the importance of letting go. Tune in to learn more about Mozhan's multi faceted journey – her favourite food and fascination for brain elasticity.

Inside-out is a podcast about identity and culture. It introduces listeners to how the mosaic of contexts we come from — be it our cultures, the industries we work in, or our passions — have a rich and enduring influence on our lives. This podcast deep dives into the purpose driving people's lives and how they can connect us across genders, geographies and generations.