Gamertag Radio founder and co-host Danny Peña joins host Dan Moyle for this episode of The Storytellers Network. This guy is a legend in the podcast world, at the forefront of the video games community, starting an Internet radio show back before podcasts or even really a thing. In fact, Danny is such a legend, he was inducted into the podcast hall of fame in the inaugural class. He's also been a keynote speaker at Podfest Multimedia Expo. He's toured the world. This guy just is an evangelist for the gaming community. To date, Danny and his team have recorded more than 750 numbered episodes of Gamertag Radio, plus bonus episodes that they just put out there not numbered. Needless to say, Danny is big in the world of podcasts.

When I started my first radio show, because I started in 2001, it was a radio show. I started doing that in New York City and then Gamertag Radio in 2005... throughout the years I got to share my story of like the stuff that I've been through because I would love to inspire other people. - Danny Peña on his longtime love of podcasting

Former-teacher-turned-marketer... and teacher of podcasting Jeff Large hosts his own show and helps others launch podcasts through his podcast production agency Come Alive Creative. Also a dad, he wears a lot of hats. One of those hats that he proudly wears is storyteller.

"I usually tell stories to my kids every night as part of our bedtime routine. We have like kind of ongoing Tolkien or C.S. Lewis type woodland characters ... They've been ongoing for years now and it's crazy how much it's progressed." - Jeff Large on his storytelling passion

Jeff also says he loves the power of story, board games, and creating awesome things with other people.

Established in 2005 if you want to learn about podcasting, Dave Jackson brings knowledge and expertise of a podcasting hall of fame legend to his show School of Podcasting. He works tirelessly for the world of podcasting - including as a customer support specialist for Libsyn - helping to develop a culture of giving. Dave has been helping people understand technology and has been called "The Analogy King." 

"When I see the light bulb come on for somebody, that scratches my itch like nobody's can. If I can do that in an entertaining way, whether it's using stories or something of that nature, that's to me like the best of both worlds."

David Hooker is Head of Evangelism for a company that helps us tell stories more effectively with a powerful visual software, Prezi. He's also the co-host of Prezi's The Narrative podcast with Nadjya Ghausi, a Tedx speaker and storyteller in general. David shares his storytelling craft, his successes and stumbles, his favorite story... in other words, his story.

"I think you have to have perseverance and persistence. If at first you don't succeed, try, try, try again. If you've seen my TED talk, but that's not the first one I've ever done." - David Hooker

Business and life coach. Podcast host. Author of multiple books. Motivational mentor. Dr. Joey Faucette wears many hats. As host of Faith Positive Radio, Joey brings inspirational stories of faith in action to his listeners every week. Today, he joins The Storytellers Network to uncover the craft of story.

Podcaster, Ziglar Company spokesperson and co-host of The Ziglar Show Kevin Miller talks story, legacy and success with Dan Moyle in this episode of The Storytellers Network.

"The foothills ... that's where the fun is. Once you get the top... it's boring... let's go back down and do it again." - Kevin Miller on "making it" to the top

Adventurer Erik Weihenmayer has become a celebrated and accomplished athlete despite losing his vision at 13 years old. Shedding the label of "disabled" and redefining what it means to be blind, Erik has transformed the image of blindness and opened up the minds of people around the world.

Marketing agency owner and expert Derek Champagne, author of Don't Buy a Duck, talks storytelling for business as an entrepreneur who's always been interested in fostering connections and finding an audience in both marketing and music fields. Now he and his agency help brands & businesses tell their story.

"We've taken national companies and done a re-brand and then had to delicately we call the wounded bird sometimes and how to help heal and release them out into, into the next century." - Derek Champagne on branding

Ghost writer turned published author Shawn Smucker shares his journey from blank page to full book with Dan Moyle in this episode of The Storytellers Network.

Shawn lives in Lancaster PA with a population of about 60,000. He loves living in a smaller town. He started his full-time writing career in 2009 while living in Leesburg VA but he and his wife have lived many places including FL and England.

“There is so much more to do and I have so much improvement that can be made.” - Shawn Smucker his storytelling journey

Writer and co-founder of VegOut Los Angeles Tammie Ortlieb talks storytelling as a vegan entrepreneur. Tammie discusses how moving from Kalamazoo, Michigan to Los Angeles, California has shaped her storytelling and her life. 

Jennifer Luitwieler is an author of 2 books, blogger and social media storyteller. Dan met Jennifer years ago on Twitter through a running community.  Jennifer’s book ‘Run with Me’ and their connection through social media inspired Dan and his wife Sonya to begin running.

“[Growing up] reading a lot of books, I was mesmerized by the power of stories.” - Jennifer Luitwieler

In her book Daniel, author Tammy Chupp explores the tragedy no parent should face: losing a child. A woman of faith, Tammy shares with host Dan Moyle her struggles and her victories when it comes to being a writer and storyteller.

“The number of people I can help, give hope to and reach.” - Tammy on ‘making it’ as a writer

From LEGO to Impulse Creative, Danielle Rhodes has helped others tell their stories through content marketing. This creative soul generously shares insights and experience to help others hone their storytelling craft.

"People will listen if you're true and authentic and [if] you have something nice to say." - Danielle Rhodes on standing out of the noise

John Liberty -- Co-Founder of West Michigan Beer Tours and former journalist -- shares his story with Dan Moyle. From working on entertainment and feature articles, to launching a popular craft beer tourism venture, John loves the craft of storytelling.

"Keeping that sense of ownership has got to be paramount. Also, constantly improve towards getting better." - John Liberty

Joe Dean, the Founder of Stars and Stripes Honor Flight and advocate for pediatric cancer research, talks story with Dan Moyle. Telling powerful stories of other people can have a lasting impact.

Professional storyteller - from journalism to entertainment to marketing - Al Getler brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to The Storytellers Network. He explores the craft of telling a great story with host Dan Moyle.

"My last day on earth, my last story will be ... the thing that happened to me the day before." - Al Getler

Marcus Sheridan, The Sales Lion or The River Pools Pool Guy -- depending on how you know him, talks about storytelling, owning your story and helpful marketing in this episode of The Storytellers Network with Dan Moyle.

"Just ask the right questions and let the audience do the show, because they are the star." - Marcus Sheridan

Aaron Walker is a bestselling author, business coach, and podcaster. He successfully wielded the power of storytelling into various aspects of his life. Listen to this interview and learn about his experiences and insights throughout his many years in the industry online.

"Craft your story. Find out what works and what doesn't work. It is an ongoing quest." - Aaron Walker

Author and coach Dan Miller talks about storytelling, writing, and living with a different perspective on The Storytellers Network with Dan Moyle.

"Invest in yourself and increase your ability to help other people." - Dan Miller

Alison Kramer, half of the Unmarketing team, joins Dan Moyle to talk about writing (and how having a co-writer impacts storytelling). From Unmarketing to Unbranding and several books in between, Alison loves to share stories with readers to help move the art & science of marketing forward.