Certified Professional in Storytelling for Cultural Heritage Sites
Published on June 25, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Jane Smith, an expert in cultural heritage storytelling and the lead instructor for the new course, "Certified Professional in Storytelling for Cultural Heritage Sites". Dr. Smith, it's great to have you here! GUEST: Thank you, it's a pleasure to be here. HOST: To start off, could you share with us what personally drew you to this field and why you're so passionate about it? GUEST: Absolutely! I've always been fascinated by history and the stories that places can tell. Helping people connect with their cultural heritage on a deeper level is incredibly rewarding. HOST: That's wonderful. Now, could you tell us about any current industry trends that make this course particularly relevant or timely? GUEST: Certainly. There's a growing recognition of the importance of storytelling in engaging visitors at cultural heritage sites. This course offers the chance to learn evidence-based techniques to enhance the visitor experience. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what are some common obstacles that educators, museum curators, or tourism professionals might face when trying to incorporate storytelling into their work? GUEST: Time and budget constraints are often major hurdles. Additionally, finding the right balance between historical accuracy and engaging narrative can be tricky. HOST: Those are valid concerns. How does this course address these challenges? GUEST: We provide practical strategies to overcome these obstacles, such as cost-effective tools and techniques for creating immersive stories. We also emphasize the importance of collaboration and community engagement. HOST: That sounds very comprehensive. Lastly, where do you see the future of storytelling in cultural heritage moving towards? GUEST: I believe we'll see more integration of digital technology and interactive elements, making stories even more immersive and accessible. This course prepares students to stay ahead of these trends. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for joining us today and giving us a sneak peek into the "Certified Professional in Storytelling for Cultural Heritage Sites" course. It's clear that this program will equip professionals with the skills needed to make a real difference in preserving our shared history. GUEST: Thank you for having me. I'm excited to see the positive impact this course can have on cultural heritage sites and the communities they serve.
