Wynne Leon sits down with Steve Rubenstein, a seasoned San Francisco Chronicle reporter and kindergarten teacher. Discover the art of storytelling that resonates with all ages, as Steve shares insights from his 50-year career, including his unique experiences interviewing notable figures and histherapeutic journey of writing. Learn why 13 miles per hour is the perfect speed to encounter life and how to leave a lasting impact through the stories we tell.

Takeaways:

The Art of Storytelling: Steve emphasizes the importance ofknowing what to leave out in storytelling, highlighting that most of writing is about omission rather than inclusion.

Interviewing Insights: Steve shares his approach tointerviewing, focusing on asking questions that resonate with both the interviewer and the audience, and getting subjects off their prepared remarks.

Therapeutic Writing: Writing can be therapeutic, as Steveexperienced when he wrote about personal moments, like dropping his son off at college, which helped him process emotions.

Life at 13 MPH: Steve's cross-country bike trip taught himthat 13 miles per hour is the perfect speed to encounter life, allowing for meaningful interactions and observations.

Human Connection: Despite the contentious times,Steve's journey across America revealed that the country is full of wonderful people, emphasizing the power of human connection beyond politics.Links for this episode:

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