Thoughts Between Shots: A Storytelling Podcast

Episode 5: Grief, Growth, and Great Storytelling - Will Greenblatt on Turning Pain into Purpose


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What do you do when one letter from a plane changes your life forever? In this emotional and unforgettable episode of Thoughts Between Shots, storytelling coach and public speaker Will Greenblatt shares the defining moment of his life: the tragic loss of his brother on a wilderness canoe trip—and how that pain transformed his purpose.

Together, we break down the anatomy of a powerful story:
🎭 How to share difficult stories without “trauma dumping”
🧠 Why storytelling matters even if you’re not famous
💬 How grief can make you a better communicator, leader, and human

Whether you're building your brand, writing a keynote, or just trying to connect more deeply with others, this episode is a masterclass in courageous communication.

🎧 Listen in if you want to:

  • Tell meaningful, high-impact stories

  • Understand grief without experiencing it firsthand

  • Learn what not to do with vulnerability in business storytelling

  • See how personal stories lead to real relationships (and clients!)

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Thoughts Between Shots: A Storytelling PodcastBy Nammy Sirur