Stories, hey? We all love ‘em. From the earliest Aboriginal Dream stories to the latest escapades of your friend who really should know better by now, the ubiquity of stories across the history of humanity is undeniable. Stories are told to us fresh from the womb (oftentimes before) and follow us about long after we’re dead. But what the hell are they? Why are they so central to the human experience? Why do they matter?

Ive been blessed to sit on the metaphorical knee of many a natural storyteller throughout my life. My brain sparks when I hear about actions and ideas that transcend the mundane - it’s a two-fold urge to understand the motives of individuals who find themselves in exceptional situations, and a drive to discover new things.