Randall Kenneth Jones: Pat Benatar, Storytelling as Purpose, and Why You Should “Save the Turtle”

7MS Presents: The Storytelling University returns with a heartfelt and deeply human conversation about storytelling, purpose, creativity, and the moments that quietly shape our lives. This week, Randall Kenneth Jones joins Aaron Calafato for a special dual-release episode shared across both podcast feeds. Randall is the host of On the Knows and the author of books including Show Me and Ruby. Together, Aaron and Randall explore the deeper architecture of story through unforgettable encounters with icons like Pat Benatar, Norman Lear, Erin Brockovich, Stedman Graham, Jenifer Lewis, Suze Orman, and more. You’ll hear: The unbelievable story of how Randall met Pat Benatar in 1982 Why a former Ringling Bros. clown performing for 20 people changed Randall’s life Aaron’s story about nearly canceling a performance for an audience of two Lessons from Olympia Dukakis on reverence, teaching, and receiving knowledge Why the smallest stories often carry the greatest meaning Reflections on aging, reinvention, authenticity, and creative purpose At its heart, this episode is about paying attention. To stories. To people. To moments that could easily pass us by. *The Storytelling University is part of the 7 Minute Stories Universe Team:Created & Hosted by: Aaron Calafato Produced and Edited by Aaron Calafato & Brooks BordenAudio Engineer: Ken Wendt Guest Coordinator: Dania Khalife Love 7MS & TSU? Here's how to support: *Follow the pod wherever you're listening *Tap 5 Stars *Text one person you love a link to your favorite episode. Want to become a sponsor of TSU? Reach out to us!