Wednesday May 07, 2025

From Exodus to Arrival: Derek Fiedler’s Journey Through Symbolic Narratives | Yours Truly Podcast

**Episode Description:**

In this episode of "Yours Truly," host Christian Baxter sits down with Derek Fiedler, a dynamic voice in the realm of digital storytelling and community building. Together, they explore the exciting transformation of creators who have begun their journeys on platforms like YouTube and have evolved into influential authors, speakers, and filmmakers. Derek shares his insights on how these interconnected stories are shaping the way we understand ourselves and our communities.

🎧 **What You'll Learn:**

- The rapid growth of creative communities and their significance in today’s digital landscape.

- How various creators are crafting meaningful narratives that resonate with audiences.

- The importance of fostering creativity and storytelling within our families and professional lives.

Derek discusses his journey, the projects he's involved in, including his collaboration with Symbolic World, where he delves into themes of language and symbolism in film and literature. Listeners will gain a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling and how it can be used to cultivate purpose and connection.

**Resources Mentioned:**

- [Midwestuary 2025 Conference](https://www.midwestuary.com) (August 22-24, 2025, in Elmhurst, Illinois)

- Explore more about Derek and his work:

- [Derek's Website](https://derekjfiedler.substack.com/p/arrival-exodus-book?triedRedirect=true)

- [Derek on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@DerekJFiedler)

- [Derek on X](https://x.com/derekjfiedler)

- [Symbolic World Projects](https://www.thesymbolicworld.com/team/derek-j-fiedler)

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