In this episode of The Starfish Storytellers, we sit down with physical therapist, educator, and author Ron Clinton for a powerful conversation about pain, healing, and the stories we tell ourselves about our bodies. With more than 35 years of experience and extensive training in the McKenzie Method, Ron has helped thousands of patients overcome chronic back, neck, knee, and mobility issues through conservative, evidence-based approaches that often avoid medications, injections, and surgery.

Together, we explore how pain is often misunderstood and how symptoms may originate far from where discomfort appears. Ron shares remarkable real-world stories from his practice, including patients misdiagnosed for years before discovering the true source of their pain. This conversation dives into the emotional side of healing, the importance of movement and self-efficacy, and how mindset, understanding, and patient empowerment can dramatically change recovery outcomes. We also discuss:

• Why storytelling matters in healthcare and rehabilitation
• The connection between movement, independence, and quality of life
• The role of hope and understanding in patient recovery
• Restless Leg Syndrome and emerging insights into possible spinal connections
• Why “movement is medicine” for both physical and cognitive health
• How patients can challenge limiting beliefs about aging and pain

This episode is an inspiring reminder that healing is often a partnership and that sometimes the most powerful stories are the ones we rewrite about ourselves. To learn more about Ron Clinton, visit him at www.kneeandspinept.com. You can listen to this episode wherever you get your podcasts.

In a world where attention spans are measured in seconds, clarity isn’t just important—it’s everything. In this episode of The Starfish Storytellers, we sit down with brand strategist, author, and speaker Orly Zeewy to explore what it really takes to stand out in what she calls a “five-second world.” Orly shares her journey from fine artist to brand strategist, and how a pivotal realization—that businesses often focus on what matters to them instead of their audience—led her to help entrepreneurs turn fuzzy messaging into clear, compelling stories that connect and convert. Through powerful examples and real-world insights, this conversation dives into:

• Why clarity—not volume—is what cuts through the noise
• The biggest mistake businesses make when building their brand
• How to identify your ideal audience (and why you must)
• The role of storytelling in building trust and connection
• Why failure, feedback, and pivoting are essential to success
• The mindset shift behind her upcoming book Why Not Me?

Whether you’re a startup founder, marketer, or business leader, this episode is a reminder that when you truly understand who you are, who you serve, and why it matters—you don’t just get noticed. You get remembered. To learn more about Orly, you can visit her at:

• https://zeewybrands.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlyzeewy/
• https://www.youtube.com/@orlyzeewy
• orly@zeewybrands.com

In telemarketing and lead development, storytelling happens live, unscripted, and often in the first 10–30 seconds of a phone call. While many people think of storytelling as something that happens in books, speeches, or marketing campaigns, a world of call centers proves otherwise. In this episode of The Starfish Storytellers, we sit down with Ceri Ruenheck, President of IT’S YOUR CALL, a B2B telemarketing services company with more than 30 years of experience helping companies turn conversations into opportunities. In this conversation, Ceri shares insights into:

• How storytelling happens in real-time conversations

• What determines whether someone stays on the line or hangs up

• The role of trust in business communication

• How call guides can support natural, human conversations

• What it takes emotionally to handle rejection and hostility

• Why call center work is often misunderstood

Whether you work in sales, leadership, customer service, or simply want to improve how you communicate with others, this episode offers powerful insights about connection, trust, and the stories we carry for the brands and people we represent. Because sometimes storytelling isn’t about a stage or a spotlight. Sometimes it’s simply a calm voice on the other end of the line.

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