What role does emotion play in effective communication? What makes words so powerful they can stick with you for the rest of your life? In this podcast episode, Sonja and Jamie meet renowned speechwriter and professor Jim Holtje to discuss the enduring power of storytelling through all eras of human civilization. From Aristotle's principles of pathos and logos that emphasize the emotional impact of narratives, Jim underscores the value of human relationships and personal stories that AI cannot mimic. Together they explore the societal implications of AI, such as career displacement, and the urgency for proactive political discourse on AI. As AI comes for white-collar jobs and transforms speech writing, Jim highlights the importance of maintaining human connection and uncovering personal stories that technology simply cannot replicate.