Story Podcast

Tune in as Michael McRay kicks off a new three-part series exploring the wiring of the human brain and why we fall for certain stories while resisting others. He dives into the concept that story isn't just something we tell—it's the invisible operating system running in the background of our entire lives, shaping what we believe, fear, and think is possible. Michael uses the famous 1938 "War of the Worlds" radio broadcast as a compelling example of how well-structured stories bypass rational filters and spark visceral responses because our nervous system doesn't distinguish between narrative and experience. In this episode, he discusses:How narrative functions as the invisible code shaping our decisions and beliefsWhy we hold onto beliefs that helped us cope but no longer help us growHow the body reacts to narrative as if it were real experienceWhy recognizing our stories is essential for human flourishing rather than just academic exerciseReflection PromptsWhat's a belief that you carry that might just be a