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Episode 41: Why Humans Need Stories

Why have humans gathered around fires and shared stories for thousands of years? In this episode of the Motivated Savages Podcast, Jody Savage explores one of humanity's oldest mysteries: why stories matter so much to us. Through a personal career transition, memories of Choose Your Own Adventure books, and the timeless tradition of storytelling, he examines how stories help us navigate uncertainty, create meaning, and understand the chapters that shape our lives. Discover why stories may be humanity's original technology, how we borrow maps from other people's experiences, and why every…

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