Digital Mythology
Declan Goodman
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Welcome to the Digital Mythology Podcast, hosted by Declan Goodman. This podcast explores the powerful intersection of ancient mythology and modern digital transformation. With over two decades of experience in IT, Declan is on a mission to fill a crucial gap in the tech world—how to effectively tell the digital transformation story to non-technical stakeholders.
Every organization invests heavily in technology, but the true challenge lies in winning the hearts and minds of those who are crucial to the success of these initiatives. Through storytelling, metaphors, and emotional connection, Declan demonstrates how ancient myths and belief systems can be leveraged to simplify complex digital concepts and drive business success.
In each episode, Declan introduces his unique storytelling framework, built on three pillars:
- Xin (Heart-Mind) – How to connect emotionally and intellectually with stakeholders.
- Metaphor – Using simple, relatable comparisons to explain complex tech concepts.
- Catalyst – Sparking passion and action within your organization to push digital projects forward.
Through guest interviews, practical tips, and personal anecdotes, Declan helps you craft a compelling narrative around your digital transformation journey. Whether you're a tech leader, a business strategist, or simply curious about how stories shape the world of digital innovation, this podcast provides insights to help you succeed.
Join Declan as he helps you bridge the gap between technology and humanity, making your digital transformation not just a technical upgrade, but a story that resonates and inspires action.
Key Topics:
- Storytelling in digital transformation
- Engaging non-technical stakeholders
- Metaphors and emotional connections in IT
- Creating business buy-in for tech initiatives
- Lessons from ancient mythology for modern tech leaders
Tune in and discover how to turn your digital projects into compelling stories that captivate, engage, and inspire!
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S1E9 Episode 9 - AI Hype, Wisdom & the Future of Work with digital journeyman Vito Forte
In Episode 9 of the Digital Mythology Podcast, Declan Goodman is joined by Vito Forte to explore the growing hype surrounding artificial intelligence, the rise of AI-first organizations, and why…
S1E8 Episode 8: AI, Architecture & Storytelling - What’s Really Changing? (with Grant Ecker)
In this episode of the Digital Mythology Podcast, Declan Goodman speaks with Grant Ecker about the evolving role of enterprise architecture in the age of AI - and why storytelling is becoming a…
S1E7 Episode 7: Compassion, Community & Digital Change | Ava Battles, CEO MS Ireland
In this episode of the Digital Mythology Podcast, I speak with Ava Battles, CEO of MS Ireland, about leadership, compassion, and how digital transformation can support people living with multiple…
S1E6 Episode 6: The Right Environment: How Technology Shapes Early Care and Inclusion
In this episode of the Digital Mythology Podcast, Declan Goodman speaks with Cheng Yeo, Vice President of the Cleft Palate & Lip Society of Victoria and Manager of Architecture & Strategy at…
S1E5 Episode 5: The Catalyst: Igniting Stakeholder Engagement in Digital
In this powerful solo episode of Digital Mythology, host Declan Goodman dives deep into the third and final pillar of his storytelling framework for digital transformation: Catalyst. With…
S1E4 Episode 4: Avatars, Algorithms & Authenticity: Rethinking Learning in the Digital Age
In this thought-provoking episode of Digital Mythology, host Declan Goodman is joined by renowned educator and design science expert Dr. Wayne Hellmuth to unravel the intricate relationship between…
S1E3 Episode 3: The Power of Metaphors in Digital Storytelling
🔍 Episode Synopsis:In this insightful episode, Declan Goodman explores the second pillar of the Digital Mythology storytelling framework: metaphors. Building on the foundation of the first pillar,…
S1E2 Episode 2 - Digital Mythology Podcast - Digital Mythology: The Heart-Mind Connection: Unlocking Stakeholder Buy-In with Xin
Episode Synopsis: In this episode of The Digital Mythology Podcast, host Declan Goodman introduces the concept of Xin (心)—a Chinese term meaning the heart-mind connection—and explains its vital role…
S1E1 Episode 1 part 2 - Digital Mythology Podcast - Digital Mythology - The Power of Storytelling in Tech
In this debut episode of Digital Mythology, host Declan Goodman introduces his unique approach to digital transformation—using storytelling and ancient myths to make complex IT concepts more…
S1E1 Episode 1 part 1 - Digital Mythology Podcast - Digital Mythology - The Power of Storytelling in Tech
Welcome to the debut episode of the Digital Mythology Podcast with your host, Declan Goodman! In this first episode, Declan dives into the fascinating intersection of ancient mythology and modern…
