Welcome to Season 8 of storyOS
Episode Summary
Welcome to Season 8 of the storyOS podcast! In this season opener, Harris introduces Michael McRay as the new host of the podcast. Michael, who now heads the Istoria Institute, sits down with Harris to discuss the exciting vision for this season, which includes the new three-part episode format and an exciting lineup of future guests. As a seasoned storyteller with experience in coaching and facilitation, Michael brings a unique perspective to the storyOS podcast. He's excited to build on the foundation Harris has created while introducing listeners to new perspectives on narrative intelligence.
Coming Up Soon
- Upcoming Guests: Lisa Cron (author of "Wired for Story" and "Story or Die"), Annette Simmons (author of "The Story Factor"), and Pádraig Ó Tuama (host of "Poetry Unbound" podcast)
- STORY 2025: October 9th and 10th 2025 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville, Tennessee
- Applied Narrative Intelligence: Istoria's certification program
Contact Information
- Website: istoria.com
- Instagram: @istoria_studio
- Email: wonder@istoria.com
Tags: narrative intelligence, storytelling, storyOS, Michael McRay, Istoria Institute, podcast format, Lisa Cron, Annette Simmons, Pádraig Ó Tuama, wisdom-based economy
Creators and Guests

Host
Michael McRay
Head of Istoria Institute for Narrative Intelligence. Sought-after experiential coach and facilitator. Award-winning author. Keynote speaker.
