TBT 112: Turning Secrets into Superpowers through Storytelling with Lauren Brill

Lauren Brill, founder of The Unsealed, discusses her career path and how her sociology background has influenced her work. She shares her experiences working in sports broadcasting, including her time with the NBA and WNBA. Lauren emphasizes the importance of following your passion and being true to yourself in your career choices. She also talks about the challenges of conducting interviews and the genuine interactions she has had with athletes. Lauren expresses her admiration for female athletes and the need for continued support and recognition of their talents. Lauren Brill shares her journey of storytelling and creating a platform for people to share their stories through her company, The Unsealed. She emphasizes the power of vulnerability and the impact it can have on both the storyteller and the audience. The book, Unseal Your Superpowers, features letters from various individuals, including athletes, coaches, and wrongfully convicted individuals, sharing their personal experiences and inspiring others. The platform provides a safe space for people to share their stories and connect with others who have had similar experiences. The key takeaway is that whatever hurts you in life doesn't have to hold you back, and by sharing your story, you can inspire and empower others.

Takeaways

• Follow your passion and be true to yourself in your career choices.
• Genuine interactions with athletes can lead to meaningful stories.
• Female athletes deserve support and recognition for their talents.
• Showing up and being a true supporter is more important than just talking about support.
• Vulnerability and sharing personal stories can be empowering and inspiring.
• The Unsealed provides a platform for people to share their stories and connect with others.
• The book, Unseal Your Superpowers, features letters from various individuals sharing their personal experiences.
• Whatever hurts you in life doesn't have to hold you back; follow your dreams and give it your all.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
06:07 Getting Into the Industry
12:59 Challenges of Conducting Interviews
28:27 Leaving Sportscasting and Starting The Unsealed
40:14 The Importance of Listening and Diversity of Thought
46:50 Connecting with The Unsealed and Taking Away the Power of Hurt