In this episode, we chat with Lisette Alvarez (they/them), a multi-hyphenate storyteller and one of City of Alexandria’s “40 Under 40”. Lisette is the founder of Stormfire Productions, an award-winning audio production house that brings the magic and mystery of everyday life into storytelling. 🌍✨

As the Crosstown Arts Fall 2024 Artist-in-Residence, Lisette shares their experience navigating the business of being a creator, the art of building a storytelling brand, and their passion for fiction podcasts. Their work has been featured with NPR, Vox, and the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum, among others. They also dive into their recent projects, including the documentary podcast ONCE UPON A TIME IN HAVANA and the upcoming audio thriller HAVANA SYNDROME.

Get ready for a conversation that blends the magic of creativity with the practicalities of being a professional storyteller. 🎙️🌟

You can learn more at lisettealvarez.com

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