In this episode, we speak with Paul Propster, a strategic storyteller best known for his transformative work as Chief Story Architect at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). Paul has helped teams across science, technology, and innovation bring clarity, emotion, and purpose to their work. He shares how narrative thinking, when done right, can turn complex ideas into powerful, human-centered stories that win support, inspire action, and drive change.

More about Paul:
Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-propster/

Episode website: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/episodes/paul-propster
Learn more about the show: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/

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Doreen Lorenzo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doreenlorenzo/
Michael Baker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlchaelbaker/
Rebecca McInroy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccamcinroy

Ultramarathon runner Ed Shelton talks with Doreen Lorenzo and Michael Baker about running over 200-mile races without a support crew, embracing discomfort, and using creativity as a survival skill. A business analyst by day and ultra-endurance athlete by passion, Ed shares how his early love of patterns, comfort with solitude, and commitment fuel his ability to adapt under extreme conditions. From hallucinations to hypothermia to blindness, Ed breaks down how staying calm, solving problems with what's available, and trusting yourself can carry you through the toughest challenges—on the trail and in life.

More about Ed Shelton:
Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edshelton/
Ed’s blog: https://fox-runner.com/
Ed’s running stats: https://ultrasignup.com/m_results_participant.aspx?fname=Ed&lname=Shelton

Episode website: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/episodes/ed-shelton
Learn more about the show: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/

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Doreen Lorenzo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doreenlorenzo/
Michael Baker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlchaelbaker/
Rebecca McInroy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccamcinroy

Fri Forjindam talks with hosts Doreen Lorenzo and Michael Baker about her journey from Cameroon to becoming a global voice in experience design and her philosophy that creativity is both a civic responsibility and an economic driver. Her story exemplifies the power of living with curiosity and developing creative courage.

More about Fri Forjindam:
Fri’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/friforjindam/
Mycotoo: https://mycotoo.com/

Episode website: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/episodes/fri-forjindam

Learn more about the show: https://www.cjfpodcast.com/

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Doreen Lorenzo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doreenlorenzo/
Michael Baker LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlchaelbaker/
Rebecca McInroy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccamcinroy

As we stare into the abyss of uncertainty, how do we find direction, and guidance? What tools will help us? One word: CREATIVITY.

Creative thinking is THE most essential skill in an uncertain world. In a new podcast hosted by Doreen Lorenzo and Michael Baker, launching May 5th, We discover why Creativity is the Job of the Future.

Join Doreen and Michael for in-depth conversations with ultramarathon runners, designers, story architects, recovery coaches, and other unconventional creatives as we explore how they use creativity to tackle complex challenges, uncover unexpected paths to success, and adapt to rapid change.