From Shark Week to Selling Yourself
🎙️ Podcast Feature: Storytelling, Sharks & Selling Yourself
In this episode of Uncle Nay Nay’s Nerdcast, I sat down with host Nathan Fletcher to talk about my journey as a two-time Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker and what I’ve learned about storytelling, leadership, and entrepreneurship along the way.
From producing Shark Week and Secrets of the Whales to leading creative teams on Penguin Town, I’ve spent years capturing the wildest moments in nature—and figuring out how to tell those stories in ways that connect with people. On the podcast, I share how I approach treating animals like characters, balancing structure with flexibility in the field, and building narratives that spark real impact.
But this conversation isn’t just about documentaries—it’s about how the same storytelling strategies can transform your career and brand. We dig into why “selling yourself like a TV show” actually works, how to lead with vision instead of fear, and what it really means to reinvent yourself when it’s time for a new chapter.
💡 Highlights include:
Behind-the-scenes of filming unpredictable wildlife (yes, including sharks 🦈)
Why storytelling is the key to building both documentaries and personal brands
The psychology of pitching yourself with confidence
Lessons I’ve carried from TV into entrepreneurship and beyond
If you’ve ever wondered how to bring your story to life—whether on screen, in business, or in your career—this episode is for you.
