Co-Created
Episodes
Bridging Lived Experience, Storytelling & Advocacy
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A preemie parent and digital storytelling facilitator, who just happens to also host the Co-Created podcast, Kristy Wolfe, shares how a simple bedtime...
From Grief to Community: Crafting Meaning After Loss
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a parent navigating loss, a health professional seeking empathy-building tools, or a changemaker curious about narrative practices, you’...
Story Slam 2026: Where Stories Build Connection
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stories don’t just inform us, they reshape how we care. We sit down with Dr. Mike Lang to trace how a single digital story and grows into workshops,...
Framing the Narrative: Evolution of a Storyteller with Heather Alicia Knox
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Alicia Knox combines her skills as a photographer, writer, and digital storytelling facilitator to help people capture their most meaningful m...
Side by Side: Siblings, Disability & Peer Support with Dr. Linda Nguyen and Samantha Bellefeuille
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sibling life is never just one role. It’s caretaker, advocate, friend, guardian...and it shifts with every season. We sit down with Dr. Linda Nguyen...
From Heart Parent to DST Facilitator: Stories of Advocacy with Jennifer Siran
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jen Siran returns to discuss her journey from creating her first digital story to becoming a Common Language Digital Storytelling facilitator helping ...
Finding Art: A Life Well-Lived with Tom Lee
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Lee's life took an unexpected turn when his colon cancer progressed to stage four metastatic status. Rather than retreating, this former engineeri...
Every Business Starts With a Story That Matters with Trish Tutton
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The most compelling marketing doesn't come from slick campaigns or catchy slogans—it emerges from authentic personal narratives that reveal why we d...
Facilitation in Action: DST Training Meets Advocacy with Katlyn Lamont
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a simple four-minute digital story manages to capture the essence of a centuries-old military band tradition? For Katlyn Lamont, a r...
Mind Mission: Military Families & Mental Health with Laryssa Lamrock
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Laryssa Lamrock created her digital story "Enveloped," she never anticipated how profoundly a four-minute video would transform her advocacy work...
Disrupting Death: Stories of MAiD with Kathy Cortes-Miller and Keri-Lyn Durant
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The power of digital storytelling lies in its ability to capture what textbooks and lectures cannot - the raw, human experience of navigating life's m...
Beyond Discharge: Stories from the NICU with Fabiana Bacchini
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when personal trauma transforms into powerful advocacy? Fabiana Bacchini, Executive Director of the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation,...
Lights, Camera, Story Slam Conversation with Dr. Mike Lang
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you bring together passionate storytellers, skilled facilitators, and purpose-driven organizations? Magic—in the form of powerful ...
Multiple Perspectives: Stories in Medicine with Dr. Claudia Gore
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In an empowering exchange, we speak with Claudia Gore, a passionate NHS doctor, who shares her journey of leveraging digital storytelling to change th...
Finding Joy and Community in Shared Experiences with Tash Bilau-Howie
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can storytelling help heal trauma? Hear Natasha (Tash) Bilau-Howie's transformative journey from an ER nurse to a brain tumour survivor, and how digit...
Accessing Creativity Through the Art of Story with Mike Wilson
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if storytelling could be more than just a means of communication? Mike Wilson, the insightful Director of the Storytelling Academy at Loughboroug...
Stories for Good: Our Inaugural Story Slam
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we pull back the curtain on the inaugural Common Language Story Slam, taking place at cSpace in Calgary, Alberta on March 2nd, 2025. Born f...
Margins to Mainstream Through Storytelling with Dr. Carmen Logie
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the transformative potential of digital storytelling in tackling social stigma with the inspiring Carmen Logie. In this enlightening episode,...
From Stilettos to Stigma: Unpacking Stories That Stick with Becky McCall
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to transforming public health communication lies in the art of storytelling? Join us as we explore this intriguing idea with Becky McC...
Healing Narratives: Wellspring's Innovative Workshops
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a world where you can transform your profound life experiences into powerful narratives that resonate with others. That's exactly what we expl...
How Burcu Caught the Storytelling Bug
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on an inspiring exploration of digital storytelling with Burcu Şimşek, an associate professor from Hacettepe University and the visionary be...
CanChild: Redefining Childhood Disability with Dr. Peter Rosenbaum
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if we could shift the narrative around childhood disabilities to focus on strengths and possibilities? Join us as we explore this transformative ...
Kickstart Impact: Common Language Story Slam
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how community support can bring creative projects to life? We dive into the mechanics behind organizing an impactful story slam event th...
Empowering Youth Through Digital Storytelling with Dr. Rebecca Saah
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca Saah's journey into digital storytelling is as compelling as the stories she helps others tell. Join us as Rebecca discusses her work at the U...
The Role of Digital Narratives in Healthcare Innovation with Dr. Daisy Dulay
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if sharing your story could change the world of healthcare? Join us on Co-Created as we sit down with Dr. Daisy Dulay, a dedicated cardiologist w...
Transformative & Therapeutic Benefits of Digital Storytelling
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the therapeutic and transformative powers of digital storytelling with our special guests, Pip Hardy, Laura Mazzoli-Smith, and Kate Thompson. D...
Exploring Co-Creation in Digital Storytelling
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if sharing your personal story could transform lives and promote healing? Join us on Co-Created as we sit down with Dr. Mike Lang to uncover the ...
The Role of Personal Stories in Research
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the power of digital storytelling in research with our guest, Sara Pot, a parent partner with CanChild's Family Engagement in Research Program ...
Empowering Veterans with Digital Storytelling
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if sharing your story could help heal trauma? This episode of Leading Through Stories explores just that, featuring an insightful conversation wi...
Transforming Nonprofit Advocacy with Digital Stories
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can storytelling revolutionize the nonprofit sector? Join us in an engaging conversation with Heather Knox, a digital storytelling facilitator who...
How to Meaningfully Engage with Patient Stories with Dr. Mike Lang
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the profound impact patient narratives can have on healthcare with Dr. Mike Lang, founder of Common Language Digital Storytelling, and his co...
Rediscovering Voices: Digital Storytelling in Elderly and Dementia Care
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every life holds a story waiting to be told, and Lisa Joworski has dedicated her life to bringing those tales to the fore. Join us as we journey with ...
The Lifelines of Storytelling in Congenital Heart Disease Care
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Vittorio Borrelli, heart transplant and cancer survivor, recounts his journey, you feel every heartbeat of his tale. Our latest episode hono...
Navigating Life's Racetrack: The Power of Pediatric Cancer Narratives in Healthcare
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how a nine-year-old would describe battling cancer? Imagine it likened to navigating the twists and turns of a racetrack, a met...
Digital Stories as a Catalyst for Healing and Community
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When the tapestry of human experiences is woven with the threads of digital storytelling, profound connections are forged. That's precisely what Maure...
Crafting a Movement with Uganda's Digital Storytellers
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's our privilege to share the North American premiere of "A Shared Dream: Digital Storytelling to Support Gender Equality in East Africa." Our guest...
Digital Stories: Connection and Care in Cancer Support
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When Lacey Horta and Jenni Haggie of the Canadian Cancer Society joined us, the conversation transformed into an immersive exploration of digital stor...
The Sweet Synergy of Donuts and Digital Narratives in Mental Health
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the labyrinth of life's challenges, it's the voices of triumph over adversity that often shine the brightest. That's why we're honoured to have Mak...
LIVE Children's Healthcare Canada Conference
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine harnessing the transformative power of digital narratives to navigate the complex world of healthcare. That’s exactly what we set out to exp...
Transforming Healthcare Narratives: The Impact of Digital Storytelling
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how the power of storytelling can transform healthcare? This episode hosted by Mike Lang offers a captivating exposition on the...
Charting the Course for Masterful Storytelling and Dynamic Leadership
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on an inspiring episode with our cherished guests, Mary Michailides and Helen Rose, the original members of the Leading Through Stories team. T...
Therapeutic Intent: A Conversation with Melody Williamson
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how the simple act of telling your story could be so powerful and therapeutic? Join me, Kristy Wolfe, as I sit down with Melody Williams...
Unveiling the Impact of a Story Screening: A Deep Dive into Digital Storytelling
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to be taken on a journey through the fascinating world of digital storytelling. Promising to be a deep-dive into the realm of personal narra...
LIVE Kids Brain Health Network Conference
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can a mother's love and determination navigate the challenging landscape of healthcare for a child with Rett Syndrome? How can the power of digita...
Empowering Rare Disease Families: A Conversation with Krystle Schofield
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of healthcare, storytelling has become an integral tool for communication, advocacy, and education. Join our conversation with Krystle Sc...
When Your World Stops: Insights from a Congenital Heart Parent and Advocate
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever caught yourself in a moment that you wish you could capture perfectly, sharing the emotions and impact it had on you with others? This week, we h...
Enhancing Storyteller Wellbeing: Digital Storytelling with Mike Lang
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you consider the human element behind digital storytelling? Do you stop to think about the emotional toll it can take on the storyteller themselves...
Teaser: The Power of Digital Storytelling in Healthcare
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how the power of storytelling can transform healthcare? Enter the world of digital storytelling with Mike Lang, a digital storytelling f...