Transgender children and teens often face a lot of stigma, which can harm their health and school life. It might seem surprising, but getting familiar with people from stigmatized groups can help reduce stigma. We can understand their special experiences and feelings better. Watching videos, especially nowadays, can be as effective as meeting someone face-to-face. Ho...
Imagine you're a young person in India dealing with mental health issues. It can feel lonely, like no one understands what you're going through. That's why a new web-based platform called Baatcheet was created. It's all about connecting with others and sharing stories. This isn't just any storytelling; it's designed to help young people feel understood, learn coping ...
The show Power was known for its big characters and even bigger deaths. One death, in particular, Joe Proctor's, left a lasting impact. It wasn't just a shock, but also a testament to the show's gritty realism. Proctor was a good guy, sort of, with a heart for the underdog. But in the world of Power, good intentions don't always save you. Proctor's end was a classic...
Ever wished you could turn your phone photos into a real album? I tried Mixbook's new AI tool to see if it could help. Mixbook, started by two friends from UC Berkeley, is an online platform for creating photo books. They've added AI features, like an AI caption generator and AI-made videos, to make the process easier. I was curious if AI could really understand my p...
When it comes to protecting kids from the flu, there are lots of challenges, especially in urban areas with limited healthcare resources. One fascinating approach to tackling this is using digital storytelling. These are personal experiences shared through video, sound, or text, often resonating deeply with communities that may feel underserved. But how do healthcare...
Ever dreamt of turning your ideas into a movie? Meet Sora, a tool from OpenAI that listens to your stories and brings them to life. But here’s the catch: Sora doesn’t always follow the rules of our reality. It can make mistakes, leading to some pretty strange and amusing outcomes. People have mixed feelings about Sora. While some find it hilarious, others aren’t too...
Imagine a place where cutting-edge AI technology meets the magic of Hollywood. That's what Promise Studio is all about. Backed by big names like Peter Chernin's The North Road Company and venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, Promise is set to make waves in the entertainment industry. The brains behind this venture—George Strompolos, Jamie Byrne, and Dave Clark—a...
Ever thought about turning personal pain into public inspiration? One talented woman did just that. She picked up a camera and a mic, ready to share her story with the world. Her story? A high-profile breakup that would've been overlooked if the tables were turned. "If I had his fame, nobody would care, " she said, highlighting the importance of every person's journe...
You might think that storytelling is just a way to pass the time, but it can actually be a powerful tool in midwifery. While it's known that sharing work-related stories helps student midwives learn, not much is explored about how storytelling impacts daily midwifery practice. Let's dive into why midwives telling stories can make a real difference. Storytelling can ...
In Saskatchewan, where learning about treaties is a must for schools, a research team spent two years with elementary teachers. They used digital storytelling to make treaty history lively and interesting. The team included a teacher, a researcher, and a Cree knowledge keeper who shared their experiences. The project aimed to find out how digital storytelling could h...