How Technology Is Changing Storytelling Forever | Rick Smolan

Rick Smolan has spent more than four decades telling stories that connect people across cultures, generations, and technologies.In this mini episode of Connected Conversations, Rick explains how storytelling has evolved beyond the printed page. From photographing Robyn Davidson's legendary journey across the Australian Outback to creating smartphone-enabled books that instantly unlock TED Talks, videos, and behind-the-scenes moments, he shares why technology should enrich a story—not replace it.Together, Elena and Rick explore:• Why storytelling continues long after a photograph is taken• How technology can deepen human connection instead of distracting from it• The evolution from traditional books to interactive storytelling experiences• Why the best technology helps people experience stories in entirely new waysTechnology changes.Great stories endure.Hosted by Elena Petrova, Founder & CEO of Ad Astra, Inc. and AdAstraConnect.Subscribe for more conversations about communication, storytelling, technology, and the communities we build around them.