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The Story

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History builds the present. Where we are today is a result of where we have been. Yet, some of the stories that got us here have remained in the shadows. And the true stories of the people and inventions that have built our world are often lost to time. Our only hope for building a better future is to truly understand what got us to the present. From the famous, to the infamous, to the never heard of, these are the unknown backstories of people who have changed the world. In Season 8, award-winning actor Alec Baldwin uncovers the little known backstories of veterans who have built companies, products, and brands that have changed the way we live.

History builds the present. Where we are today is a result of where we have been. Yet, some of the stories that got us here have remained in the shadows. And the true stories of the people and inventions that have built our world are often lost to time. Our only hope for building a better future is to truly understand what got us to the present. From the famous, to the infamous, to the never heard of, these are the unknown backstories of people who have changed the world. In Season 8, award-winning actor Alec Baldwin uncovers the little known backstories of veterans who have built companies, products, and brands that have changed the way we live.

 

#101

Creating Unity with Alec Baldwin

In the words of the great Jack Johnson, “We’re better together.” For a country facing divisive times, this phrase couldn’t be more true. Join us for the final episode of Season 8! In this After Show, Chad and Ian sit down with this season’s amazing host, Alec Baldwin. They explore what it really means to take care of our military members and discuss the importance of creating a country whose unity extends far past personal biases, social views, or politics. Continue the conversation. Hit us up on Twitter [@TheMissionHQ] (https://twitter.com/themissionhq) to share your thoughts on the topics that Chad, Ian, and Alec touch on in this episode. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

17 May 2019

17 MINS

17:46

17 May 2019


#100

The Other Way

This is the story of how one woman became the most hunted woman in the world. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

16 May 2019

09 MINS

09:59

16 May 2019


#99

The Million Dollar Voice

This is the story of a woman who made millions of people laugh. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

15 May 2019

07 MINS

07:24

15 May 2019


#98

Rethinking the Impossible

This is the story of a true “overnight” success. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

14 May 2019

08 MINS

08:14

14 May 2019


#97

The Spy on Death Row

This is the story of a woman who saw an opportunity to apply her acting skills to become a spy during the American Civil War. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

13 May 2019

10 MINS

10:18

13 May 2019


#96

A New Wave

This is the story of a woman who answered the call to serve. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

10 May 2019

07 MINS

07:47

10 May 2019


#95

The Runner Up

This is the story of how one man created a product that could change the world… but only if you use it. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

09 May 2019

11 MINS

11:24

09 May 2019


#94

67 and Counting

This is the story of a man who escaped death, hopped from job to job, and went on to shape American culture as we know it. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

08 May 2019

09 MINS

09:41

08 May 2019


#93

There Are No Mistakes

This is the story about an Air Force master sergeant who needed a change of scenery. Season 8 of The Story is narrated by Alec Baldwin and uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, inventions, and brands that have changed the way we live. Learn more at  [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. We use Salesforce every day to create podcasts like The Story. Learn why 99 of FORTUNE 100 brands partner with Salesforce and see their Products in Action at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

07 May 2019

10 MINS

10:08

07 May 2019


#92

Season 08 Trailer

The Story is back for its eighth season, and this time we are joined by guest narrator Alec Baldwin!  In honor of Military Appreciation Month, this season uncovers the little known backstories of eight veterans who have built companies, products, and brands that have changed the way we live.  In each episode, Alec shares the painful, inspiring, and breakthrough moments of military heroes whose lives have shaped culture as we know it. From business titans and groundbreaking explorers, to famous actors and government spies, you won’t want to miss these stories.  [The Story] (http://bit.ly/2rISJcm) is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce, the world’s #1 customer relationship management platform. More than one hundred and fifty thousand businesses are using Salesforce to blaze their own trails to success. You can learn more at [salesforce.com] (https://sforce.co/2kMJEeW) . ... Read more

29 Mar 2019

03 MINS

03:28

29 Mar 2019


#91

History Builds The Present with Jeffrey Wright

“A story is a type of freedom.” - Jeffrey Wright In this special interview, Chad and Ian are joined by actor, activist, entrepreneur, and recent narrator of The Story, Jeffrey Wright. (You may also recognize him from his roles in James Bond, Hunger Games, and Westworld.) They discuss Season 7 of The Story, what history can teach us about the present, and how storytelling has the power to transform lives. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers. ... Read more

08 Mar 2019

22 MINS

22:53

08 Mar 2019


#90

Losing Everything and Finding Yourself

This is the story of a woman who hit rock bottom, but she didn’t stay there. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers. ... Read more

07 Mar 2019

09 MINS

09:55

07 Mar 2019


#89

Will To Power

This is the story of the man who became the first African-American millionaire, lost it all, won it back, and went toe to toe with the most successful business tycoon of his day.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

06 Mar 2019

08 MINS

08:43

06 Mar 2019


#88

The Freedom to Lead

This is The Story of how one woman escaped a life of suffering. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at  [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2WAga5A) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce.  [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG)  about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

02 Mar 2019

11 MINS

11:57

02 Mar 2019


#87

The Promised Land

This is the story of the schoolteacher who founded a city that was ahead of its time. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at  [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) .  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce.  [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG)  about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

27 Feb 2019

11 MINS

11:09

27 Feb 2019


#86

The Chemist and The Tycoon

This is the story of how an ex-slave and a famed business tycoon revolutionized agriculture and created a material we all use today.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2EklJOF) .  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

20 Feb 2019

11 MINS

11:32

20 Feb 2019


#85

After Showing - Curiosity, Risk-taking, and Innovation with Lynne Zaledonis

Welcome to another The Story Aftershow! On this special episode, Ian is joined by Lynne Zaledonis, SVP of Product Marketing at Salesforce. Lynne has been on the pod in the past, and this time she joins us to discuss the amazing stories of Mae Jemison and Patricia Bath. Ian and Lynne talk about how these two women have personally inspired them, and how you can apply takeaways from their incredible stories to your own life. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2WAga5A) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

15 Feb 2019

29 MINS

29:45

15 Feb 2019


#84

Eye of the Storm

This is the story of a woman who broke scientific barriers and did the impossible. Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2WAga5A) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

13 Feb 2019

13 MINS

13:05

13 Feb 2019


#83

The Woman And The Starship

This is the story of a woman who is working to help make humanity a multi-planetary species.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [mission.org/thestory] (https://mission.org/thestory) . The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

06 Feb 2019

09 MINS

09:02

06 Feb 2019


#82

Turning Water Into Gold

This is the story of an Uncle who built a tradition that lasted for generations.  Season 7 of The Story is narrated by Jeffrey Wright and features eight African American trailblazers who changed the world. Find written versions of these stories and more at [https://mission.org/thestory] (https://mission.org/thestory) .  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers. ... Read more

03 Feb 2019

10 MINS

10:43

03 Feb 2019


#81

Welcome To Season 07 with Jeffrey Wright!

Welcome back for another season of The Story!  In this season, we are joined by our friend, Jeffrey Wright, to tell the amazing backstories of eight African American trailblazers who changed the world.  You’ll get to walk a mile in their shoes and their identity is kept secret until the climax. You’ll hear tales of discovery, learn how empires rose and fell, and stand beside innovators as they faced their tragedies and turned them into triumphs. You won’t want to miss a second of this season, so be sure to tap subscribe!  You can read written versions of these stories and more at [mission.org/thestory] (http://bit.ly/2WAga5A) .  The Story is brought to you exclusively by Salesforce. [Learn more] (https://sforce.co/2SnK6CG) about how Salesforce is creating a workplace where everyone can be their full, authentic selves by empowering employee resource groups, like BOLDforce for black employees and allies, to lead the way as Equality trailblazers.   ... Read more

02 Feb 2019

03 MINS

03:13

02 Feb 2019