In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Today, we're talking about Temple of Doom. Topics include:

• Does this film get too silly?
• What do you think about Temple of Doom's intro?
• Was it smart to move from a Judeo-Christian relic to Hindu artifacts?

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

My apologies regarding the clipping noises in this episode. Not sure why it recorded that way!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Today, we're talking about my favorite film of all time, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Topics include:

• The best character intros
• What made Raiders of the Lost Ark so impactful?
• What makes Raiders feel like an 80s movie? What makes it timeless?
• The best action sequence...
• What about the supernatural works here? Why? And what does it tell us about the Ark of the Covenant?

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, "Travels with Father," topics for discussion include:

• Indy and free speech
• Indy and Tolstoy
• Henry and Indy showing their asses on network TV
• How "Travels with Father" helps explain Indiana Jones' relationship with Henry Jones, Sr. in The Last Crusade

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, "The Perils of Cupid," topics for discussion include:

• Indy and his first love interest
• Sigmund Freud and Karl Jung teach Indy about love
• Indy's mom has an emotional affair
• How "The Perils of Cupid" helps explain Indiana Jones' troubling relationships with women

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw and https://twitter.com/jaysherer
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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, I breakdown Episode 2B (the second half) of the first season, which is titled: "Passion for Life." Topics for discussion include:

• Indy and the art world
• The caricatures of Norman Rockwell, Pablo Picasso, and Edgar Degas
• Indy fights two pimps
• The impact of Indiana Jones in Paris on older Indy

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw and https://twitter.com/jaysherer
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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, I breakdown Episode 2A (the first half) of the first season, which is titled: "Passion for Life." Topics for discussion include:

• The caricature of Teddy Roosevelt
• Big game hunting
• The fall of the British Empire
• Indiana Jones learning more about being a conservationist

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw and https://twitter.com/jaysherer
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In preparation for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, I'm re-watching all the Indiana Jones content! That means all four movies plus The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (formerly known as "The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles"). Watch along with me and join in the discussions! In this episode, I breakdown Episode 1 of the first season, which is titled: "My First Adventure." Topics for discussion include:

• Indy in Egypt opening a Pharaoh's tomb and dealing with grave robbery
• Indy in Morocco encountering slavery and putting on brownface
• The origins of Indiana Jones as a skeptic
• Key moments in Indiana Jones' character arc

Leave your thoughts in the comments below or on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Sam Tahhan's Writing Journey | Collateral & Skyfall | Reading & Writing Screenplays

On today's show, I'm joined by a fellow screenwriter from Colorado: Sam Tahhan. You'll hear more about his journey, his advice for screenwriters, and recommended films and screenplays for screenwriters!

SAM'S WEBSITE: https://samtahhan.carbonmade.com/

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay (Drunk3PO on Twitter) works as a teacher. He was seeing more and more kids who need to find purpose in their lives and value themselves. He decided to write a graphic novel for them. On today’s show, he talks about his first graphic novel Achromatic Chronicles: Blue, the inspiration behind it, and why he decided to become a writer on top of being a YouTuber.

DRUNK3PO'S GRAPHIC NOVEL: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/achromatic-chronicles-blue#/

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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On today's show, screenwriter and poet Joe Favalaro joins me to discuss the importance of telling dark stories that get to the core of what it means to be human. We use one of his latest scripts, Ultra Modern, as an example of a dark story told from the truth Joe's experienced in his own life.

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Joe! Give him a follow on Twitter: @JoeStraynge

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Robert Towne's screenplay for Chinatown (1974) is considered by many to be the best screenplay of all time. On today's show (also available as a video on YouTube), I dig as deep as I can into the script to unearth all the clues, twists, and turns that make the script (and the film) incredible!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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On today's show, Dr. Jospeh Bentz joins me to discuss the power of literature and storytelling. It's a topic we're both passionate about, and something Dr. Bentz will be writing a book on! We talk extensively about what makes literature different from other mediums, how the interpretation of literature changes over time, and ways to approach literature. Thanks for listening!

DR. JOSEPH BENTZ'S WEBSITE: https://josephbentz.com/

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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What is it like to talk to a studio about your screenplay? On today’s podcast, my co-writer Nathan Scheck and I had a chance to sit down with the new, but quickly-growing City Lights Studio to talk about our latest feature script: The Harlequin. On this show you’ll get to hear:

• What it’s like to be a brand new studio in Hollywood
• How Seth and Justin from City Lights Studio feel about the current marketplace
• Specific feedback for our script: The Harlequin
• …and ideas for how to take your screenplay to the next level AND hopefully get it made

I’m friends with Seth, one of the founders of City Lights Studio, so this conversation is extremely friendly. Meaning, if you were to meet with a studio to discuss your script, it might not be this friendly. But my hope is that listening to their feedback on our script will give you some insight into how to polish your screenplays and get them made.

If you’re interested in reading our feature script, The Harlequin, or our short, No Vacancy, please consider becoming a supporter of How Stories Work on Patreon or shoot me an email and let me know you’re interested in reading it.

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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On today's show, I break down a specific scene from an iconic film. Which scene? Listen to find out what makes this scene so unique. I'll read the scene from the original screenplay and break it down so that screenwriters, writers, and film fans can learn what it takes to write a scene that's this powerful. 99.99% of us will never write a scene like this (that gets made), but that doesn't mean we can't extract valuable lessons from this example.

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://a.co/d/dUKv6Z5
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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On today's show: why writers and storytellers SHOULD NOT write with an agenda, but SHOULD try to say something important and impactful. I'll break down the difference between the two approaches, the mindset writers need, and a process for getting there.

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Special thanks to Josh Taylor from Modern Mouse and Theme Park Casual for submitting this week's topics! How should we think about box office numbers? How has that changed because of streaming services? Plus... why do dramas get so much respect while many comedies don't? I'll break that down, too!

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) breaks down character deaths. Why are some character deaths received well while others are hated by fans? We'll break down different character deaths, the perspectives on those deaths, and why some fans are starting to say things like: "I don't want characters to die."

Also, special thanks to Brionna for the excellent, intelligently-written letter to me that brought up this week's topic!

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Chris Easterly (writer of Devil's Hollow) to discuss Season 4 of Stranger Things! We break down Vecna as a villain, talk about his similarities to The Devil, and then dig deeper into Chris's new film, Devil's Hollow and what it takes for a writer/director to produce their own film in 2022.

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) breaks down the difference between Logan (the Wolverine film) and the Obi-Wan Kenobi series. Both series have been well-rated (though Kenobi seems to be far more controversial). As a storyteller, Jay likes to ask a critical question: "What are the storytellers doing? What works? What doesn't work?" Here's how the stories behind Logan and Obi-Wan Kenobi work...

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Michael Young (from NERDSoul) and Bryant Dillon (from Fanbase Press) to have a spoiler-filled discussion about the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, including the finale!

New shows come out all the time. Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Josh Taylor (Modern Mouse) to discuss the state of the Star Wars fandom and who's truly qualified to be considered a TV or Film "Critic." We break it down.

Plus, I review Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ep. 5!

New shows come out all the time! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JOSH TAYLOR'S VIDEO ON FANDOM: https://youtu.be/F_qdw9qo51w

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by Bryant Dillon (Fanbase Press) to discuss episode 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi! This episode brings up some interesting problems with Star Wars canon... or does it? And even if it does, should we care? Jay and Bryant share their thoughts.

New shows come out all the time! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) digs deeper into episode 3 of Obi-Wan Kenobi! Since we got some Vader scenes... what makes Darth Vader frightening to the audience? And how could we write Darth Vader in such a way to make him scarier? I break down my thoughts and share the moment where I think Vader is at his SCARIEST!

New shows come out all the time! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Jay Sherer (The Story Geeks) is joined by OG and Dre (OrangeGrove55) to have an open discussion about the fandom. Who's being toxic and why? Plus, they dig deeper into Obi-Wan Kenobi Ep. 2 and compare Reva to Kylo Ren!

New shows come out all the time! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

Check out the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/orangegrove55

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Megan Salinas joins Jay Sherer to dig deeper into Ep. 1 of Obi-Wan Kenobi on Disney+! They share their thoughts on Ep. 1 and dig deeper into the best elements (and maybe some that weren't great) of the story driving the Obi-Wan Kenobi series!

New shows come out every Wednesday! Watch on YouTube or listen on your preferred podcast provider!

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Jay takes a deeper dive into the teaser and the trailer for Thor: Love & Thunder to determine what this film will actually be about. Can we determine the plot, the premise, and the central conflict of Thor: Love & Thunder? Jay thinks we might be able to.

Tune in LIVE every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET) on YouTube and Facebook! Podcasts are uploaded to the podcast feed shortly after I record them live.

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

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Jay Sherer is joined by Michael Young from NERDSoul to break down the history of Obi-Wan Kenobi and celebrate this quintessential Star Wars icon!

Tune in LIVE every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET) on YouTube and Facebook! Podcasts are uploaded to the podcast feed shortly after I record them live.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

Josh Taylor from Modern Mouse joins Jay Sherer to review and dig deeper into The Northman. They start with a non-spoiler review of The Northman and will give a spoiler warning before they get into their extensive spoiler discussion. Then, later in the show, Jay and Josh share their thoughts on She-Hulk and the brand new trailer that dropped this week.

Tune in LIVE every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET) on YouTube and Facebook! Podcasts are uploaded to the podcast feed shortly after I record them live.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

HBO has always been known for great shows. I've got two of them you should watch in 2022. Winning Time and Tokyo Vice! Let's talk about why. I'll review both and dig deeper into Tokyo Vice (I give a spoiler warning). 

Tune in LIVE every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET) on YouTube and Facebook! Podcasts are uploaded to the podcast feed shortly after I record them live.

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

On this show, I break down my thoughts on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. What worked? What didn't work? I'll break it down from a writing/storytelling standpoint. Leave your comments on what you thought!

Programming Note: All longer podcast shows will move from Tuesday and Thursday to Wednesday... Unfortunately, I can't keep up with two long shows per week. But I am planning on doing shorter shows throughout the week. Like this one! But tune in to the longer show every Wednesday at 10:00AM (PT)/1:00PM (ET)!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

On today's show, Jay Sherer and Josh Taylor (from Modern Mouse) have a deeper discussion about Moon Knight (Ep. 6 and Season 1):

• How does Moon Knight fit in with the other MCU Disney+ shows? Is it better than Wandavision or Loki?
• "Balance," "Good," and "Evil" in Moon Knight.
• What made Moon Knight work? What didn't hit well?
• What do we want from Moon Knight moving forward?

Let us know what YOU thought of Moon Knight!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

On today's show, I break down all the things that made Spider-Man: No Way Home so popular. Here is the complete list of topics covered on today's show:

• Is Spider-Man: No Way Home overrated?
• What is it REALLY about?
• Spider-Man: No Way Home's Box Office Numbers
• Best Scene/Worst Scene (and why)
• Spider-Man: No Way Home vs The Batman

Let me know what YOU thought of Spider-Man: No Way Home!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestorygeeks/

On today's show, my friend Mike Biondo joins me to discuss his favorite film, a bonkers rock musical from the 80s, The Blues Brothers! Also, I react to, review, and break down episode five of Moon Knight!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Breaking down Tokyo Vice, Ep. 4, talking about detective noir, and discussing Lucifer's motivation...

Today's show starts with a discussion about one of the themes our sponsor covers: Lucifer's motivation. What is Lucifer's motivation? Jay shares some thoughts from a storyteller's standpoint. And then, we'll get into Tokyo Vice, episode four!

Learn more about Dor Vahdor here: https://novusrenaissance.com/dor-vahdor

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

On today's show, Jay tackles the following topics:

• Ben Shapiro's review of The Batman - but... is he right?
• My reaction to Moon Knight, Ep. 4
• How writing a full cast audiobook is different than writing a novel

The Story Geeks Show is live Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10AM (PT)/1PM (ET), and shows are immediately published to the podcast feed shortly after they're finished.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

#TheStoryGeeks #BenShapiro #TheBatman #MoonKnight1x4 #TheBatmanReview #BenShapiroTheBatmanReview #BenShapiroBatmanReview #Podcast #TheStoryGeeksPodcast #ReactingToBenShapiro #MoonKnight #MoonKnightPodcast

1. Jay reacts to the Thor: Love and Thunder teaser trailer
2. Jay and Dale Wentland discuss Ep. 2 & 3 of Tokyo Vice
3. We play an exclusive clip from Death of a Bounty Hunter (the full cast audiobook version)

The Story Geeks Show airs at 10AM (PT)/11AM (MT)/1PM (ET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays LIVE on YouTube and is posted to podcast providers immediately following.

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JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

#TheStoryGeeks #TheStoryGeeksPodcast #TokyoVice #MCU #ThorLoveAndThunder

1. The Batman & The Dark Knight: Joker Interrogation Scene Comparison
2. My thoughts on Moon Knight, Ep. 3
3. I react to the Stranger Things season 4 trailer!

 I jump from Stranger Things to DC to Marvel all in one show! Let me know what you think about everything on today's show in the comments below!

The Story Geeks Show airs at 10AM (PT)/11AM (MT)/1PM (ET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays LIVE on YouTube and is posted to podcast providers immediately following.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Jay Sherer is joined by Michael Gordon (author of Tiki Zombie and co-host of the ESO Podcast) to discuss:

• Death on the Nile Review (as of this recording, available on HBOMax)
• Digging Deeper into Tokyo Vice, Ep. 1 (available on HBOMax)

The Story Geeks Show airs at 10AM (PT)/11AM (MT)/1PM (ET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays LIVE on YouTube and is posted to podcast providers immediately following.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES:https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Jay Sherer is joined by Daryl Smith to dig deeper into:

• Moon Knight, Ep. 2 - Who is "innocent"?
• New MCU Power Rankings (now that Egyptian gods are in play)

The Story Geeks Show airs at 10AM (PT)/11AM (MT)/1PM (ET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays LIVE on YouTube and is posted to podcast providers immediately following.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES:https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Moon Knight, Ep. 1 gets REALLY deep. Plus, Nightmare Alley should have won best picture...

Jay Sherer is joined by Josh Taylor from Modern Mouse to talk about the 94th Academy Awards and why they choose the films they choose. Plus, episode one of Moon Knight went a lot deeper than we expected. We'll react to Moon Knight, Ep. 1!

The Story Geeks Show airs at 10AM (PT)/11AM (MT)/1PM (ET) on Tuesdays and Thursdays LIVE on YouTube and is posted to podcast providers immediately following.

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES:https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

On today's show, I tackle the original Iron Man (2008)! Why do people love this movie so much? Well, it has a lot to do with the storytellers and writers. I break down how the storytellers and writers behind Iron Man crafted a compelling plot, put Tony Stark through a great character arc, and built the film around a strong premise, interesting themes, and a great concept. Listen in for a complete breakdown of how Iron Man works!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES:https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

REFERENCES:

• The Art of Dramatic Writing: https://amzn.to/3rM7MjZ
• Syd Field's The Screenwriter's Workbook: https://amzn.to/3HNCjnp
• Lisa Cron's Wired for Story: https://amzn.to/3MwKA2W
• Karl Iglesias' Writing for Emotional Impact: https://amzn.to/3KgvPPu

What's your take on Iron Man (2008)? Let me know in the comments!

Today, we're taking a look at how all the MCU movies have been received. Why? Because this series is all about understanding how MCU stories work. First, we'll look at how people have responded to these films, and then we'll start to take a deeper look at the storytelling techniques used in each of these films. Can we determine which storytelling techniques were most effective? That's what we're going to try to do, starting with the subjective responses of critics and audiences according to Metacritic ratings of all the MCU films found on that website.

Hit the like button, share with your friends who love the MCU or your friends who are interested in writing and storytelling, and let me know what you learned from this show!

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• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Does The Book of Boba Fett SUCK? No, but for some of us, it is disappointing. Why? I think I've got an answer... There are TWO Boba Fetts, and you might like one Boba Fett more than the other.

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

• 00:00 The Book of Boba Fett Sucks? Eh, It's Disappointing... 
• 01:19 The Original Trilogy Boba Fett
• 01:53 What Do We Learn About Boba Fett in the Original Trilogy Era?
• 06:00 Why are There TWO Boba Fetts?
• 07:13 How the Prequel Trilogy Changes Boba Fett's Backstory
• 11:00 Prequel Trilogy Boba Fett vs Original Trilogy Boba Fett
• 14:22 How Din Djarin Fits the Original Trilogy Boba Fett Mold
• 16:27 The Book of Boba Fett's Boba Fett is the Prequel Trilogy Boba Fett

• Star Wars Holiday Special: https://youtu.be/jsNwP_1kTZQ
• History of Boba Fett: https://youtu.be/lGLwu7Im8mo

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

Many get this story WRONG. Why? The story of Jonah isn't about a prophet of God getting swallowed by a "whale." It's a scathing critique of humanity and our shared human experience. I'll explain the story of Jonah from a writer's perspective to showcase how the story of Jonah works. How it's meant to be understood, and the deep Truth the story of Jonah has for you and me...

STORY OF JONAH STUDY GUIDE: https://jonah-howstorieswork.carrd.co

JONAH AND JESUS (FREE!) & MY PERSONAL ANSWERS TO THE STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS:

• Jonah and Jesus (Free!): https://www.patreon.com/posts/61599241/
• I Answer the Study Guide Questions (Exclusive for Patreon Supporters): https://www.patreon.com/posts/61607094/

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + STORYTELLING RESOURCES: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

REFERENCES:

• Book of Jonah (Bible): https://www.biblegateway.com/quicksearch/?quicksearch=Jonah&version=NKJV
• Jewish Scholars and Jonah: https://youtu.be/IAIiLSMOg3Q
• "Whale" Translation: https://bibleask.org/did-jonah-stay-3-days-in-the-belly-of-a-fish-or-a-whale/
• Most Read Book - the Bible: https://www.businessinsider.com/the-top-10-most-read-books-in-the-world-infographic-2012-12
• The Art of Dramatic Writing: https://amzn.to/3rM7MjZ
• Vice's Black Market: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ_hwG6UuEJbYLDgBYBevZa4AeetdsExF
• Joe Rogan Experience (reference to Jonah): https://open.spotify.com/episode/5LYsYoR8WhNsHpxXK9kc9i?si=8rucaj9dTrOMGhERnyPwuw

Wait... WHAT?!?! - MCU Tier List - Ranking ALL MCU Movies and TV Shows -Jay's Tier List!

In today's podcast (which is also available on YouTube) I give you my tier list ranking of ALL the MCU films and TV shows to date. This tier list covers everything through 2021, including the latest from the MCU. I'd also love to hear YOUR tier list. Leave me a comment and let me know what makes it to the top of your tier list ranking!

Want to hear my take on the Netflix, Hulu, and ABC shows? I add them to this tier list on my Patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

SUPPORT MY CHANNEL: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

TRANSCRIPT:

For this tier list ranking of MCU movies and TV shows... I go step-by-step through this tier list with MY top choices. Some of the criteria I used to build this tier list ranking: (1) Does it have a great story? (2) Is it funny? (3) How good is the action? (4) How is the character development?

I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts about my tier list ranking of MCU films and TV shows! Let me know what your tier list ranking would look like in the comments down below!

Our Favorite Movies and TV Shows of 2021 - The Top 5 Stories of 2021! What are the Top 5 stories of 2021? We'll give you our favorite stories of 2021. A ton of great content came out this year, but what movies and TV shows stood out to us? Listen to our full podcast for all our Top 5s!

What are YOUR favorite stories of 2021? Leave me a comment and let me know!

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL + LISTEN TO THE AFTERCAST: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

JAY'S ORIGINAL STORIES (CO-WRITTEN BY NATHAN SCHECK):

• Death of a Bounty Hunter (novel and audiobook): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
• Timeslingers (YA serial adventure story): https://www.amazon.com/Timeslingers/d...
• Star Wars: Rivals (short film): https://youtu.be/wrqWoTLRzCw

FOLLOW/CONNECT:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/storytellinghsw
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howstorieswork

In this podcast, former hosts of The Story Geeks podcast join me, Jay Sherer from How Stories Work, to talk about our favorite movies and tv shows of 2021. The Top 5 from each of us!

When did I subscribe to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer? Well... technically, you didn't. This is The Story Geeks channel, but undergoing our new REBRAND! Don't worry, I think you'll continue to dig the content. But, I also wanted to let you know a bit more about the change in today's episode. Here are some highlights:

Personal Thanks:

I have been exceedingly blessed by all your support and encouragement and by our interaction over the years! Thank you for being a part of our support system! It means so much to me!

Team Thanks:

I'm also exceedingly grateful to The Story Geeks team and everything they've done over the last 5 years! They've been amazing!

Branding Update:

I'm rolling out an entirely new show. It's very similar to The Story Geeks, but also has some major differences. The new show will be called How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. I've resisted "personal branding" for a long time, but now I'm leaning into it a bit more. It's a bit scary, but I think (hope!) it's going to be good!

Changes:

Here's a brief list of what's changing:

• The Story Geeks podcast channel - same feed, but re-branded to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. No need to subscribe somewhere else.
• The Art of Storytelling - The Story Geeks YouTube channel - same channel, but re-branded to How Stories Work with Jay Sherer. No need to subscribe somewhere else.
• The Story Geeks Twitter - same account, but rebranded to @StorytellingHSW. No need to follow a new account.
• The Story Geeks Instagram account - same account, but rebranded to @howstorieswork. No need to follow a new account.
• The Story Geeks Facebook Group - will remain active, but long-term I won't post as much here. Sorry!

HERE'S THE ONLY SIGNIFICANT CHANGE...

• The OLD Patreon account will be deactivated...
• The NEW Patreon account will be here: https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork

Why would I change Patreon accounts? Well, I didn't want to assume that all you amazing people would want to keep supporting my new channel. Yes, it's VERY similar, but it's not the same and it doesn't seem right to switch it without giving you the option of no longer supporting me. But know this, whether or not you choose to keep supporting me (and the Reclamation Society), I have been THRILLED and HUMBLED by all your support thus far.

I hope you'll support the new show over at https://www.patreon.com/howstorieswork, but I will TOTALLY understand if you choose not to.

You're all wonderful people, amazing supporters, and on behalf of our whole team, we are SO GRATEFUL for all you've meant to us!

Jay Sherer (always and forever a Story Geek)

PS. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me!

Suspenseful. Well-written. And 20 minutes full of greatness. Quentin Tarantino wrote one helluva opening scene! And Caleb and Jay will discuss it for over an hour...

Special thanks to the sponsor of today's show, DOR VAHDOR! Learn more about DOR VAHDOR at https://novusrenaissance.com/dor-vahdor. See below for a longer description!

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More great movie openings are coming for the following films:

• ALIEN: COVENANT - July 5th (YouTube)/July 12th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - July 19th (YouTube)/July 26th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• UP - Aug 9th 
• INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - Aug 23rd
• THE MATRIX - Sep 6th
• WATCHMEN - Sep 20th
• MOULIN ROUGE - Oct 4th

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Mike has never seen Star Wars. We had to fix that. Join Jay Sherer as he watches Star Wars with a newbie and gets his reaction! Jay and Mike break down Episode 6: Return of the Jedi to see what it's like for someone who has never seen Star Wars to watch it for the first time!

What are Mike's thoughts on Return of the Jedi and the close of the Original Star Wars Trilogy? Does Return of the Jedi hold up 38 years later? Is Luke Skywalker cooler in Return of the Jedi than the previous two Star Wars films? In this full length Star Wars podcast, Mike and Jay discover what it's like to watch Star Wars for the first time as an adult. Plus, there's a great Star Tours reference in there! What was already spoiled for Mike by Star Wars being so popular in our current culture?

Jay and Mike tackle all those questions and more.

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Certainly one of the best, most emotional opening scenes in cinematic history: Pixar's UP, "Married Life." Jay Sherer and Chris Rosa break down the art of storytelling in this opening scene from Pixar's UP in the latest episode of the Impactful Writing Podcast!

Watch the opening scene from Pixar's UP here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yjAFMNkCDo

Read Pixar's UP script here: https://www.scriptslug.com/assets/uploads/scripts/up-2009.pdf

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DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER - Jay and Nathan's Novel and Full-cast Audiobook: http://deathofabountyhunter.com

DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER GOODREADS GIVEAWAY - https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/329134

More great movie openings are coming for the following films:

• ALIEN: COVENANT - July 5th (YouTube)/July 12th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - July 19th (YouTube)/July 26th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• UP - Aug 2nd (YouTube)/Aug 9th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - Aug 16th (YouTube)/Aug 23rd (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• THE MATRIX - Aug 30th (YouTube)/Sep 6th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• WATCHMEN - Sep 13th (YouTube)/Sep 20th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• MOULIN ROUGE - Sep 27th (YouTube)/Oct 4th (The Story Geeks Podcast)

Pixar's UP - DISCUSSION TOPICS

• What makes Pixar's UP opening scene great?
• Pixar's UP has, arguably, one of the most emotionally potent openings in cinematic history. What gives it that emotional punch?
• One could argue that the opening of Pixar's UP works far better than the rest of the film. Do you agree? Does it hurt the rest of the film
• What are some key storytelling elements that we can learn from Pixar's UP opening scene as we craft our own opening scenes?

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#TheStoryGeeks #Westerns #WritingPodcast

Train's coming... and in an ultimate, western slow burn opening scene, ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST builds the tension brilliantly. Jay Sherer and Leo Partible break down the art of storytelling in this opening scene from ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST in the latest episode of the Impactful Writing Podcast!

Watch the opening scene from ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QML28YQBvyc

Special thanks to the sponsor of today's show, DOR VAHDOR! Learn more about DOR VAHDOR at https://novusrenaissance.com/dor-vahdor. See below for a longer description!

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More great movie openings are coming for the following films:

• ALIEN: COVENANT - July 5th (YouTube)/July 12th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - July 19th (YouTube)/July 26th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• UP - Aug 2nd (YouTube)/Aug 9th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - Aug 16th (YouTube)/Aug 23rd (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• THE MATRIX - Aug 30th (YouTube)/Sep 6th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• WATCHMEN - Sep 13th (YouTube)/Sep 20th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• MOULIN ROUGE - Sep 27th (YouTube)/Oct 4th (The Story Geeks Podcast)

ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - DISCUSSION TOPICS

• What makes ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST's opening scene great?
• Does the pacing of ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST's opening scene work or does it actually play out for too long?
• What does this opening scene from ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST set up for the rest of the story?
• What are some key storytelling elements that we can learn from ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST's opening scene as we craft our own opening scenes?

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*The Dor Vahdor music of the Main Theme and Shamayim Suite are epic Illiads at the crossroads of adventure, mystery, majesty, and mighty power designed to pair Volume I books (chapters), and are available at the link: https://novusrenaissancellc.bandcamp.com/releases

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#TheStoryGeeks #Westerns #WritingPodcast

We're back for Season 2 of the Impactful Writing Podcast as a part of The Story Geeks Network and the Art of Storytelling YouTube channel! Season 2 is all about great openings. Starting with one of Caleb's recommendations, ALIEN: COVENANT. We'll dig deeper into ALIEN: COVENANT's opening scene to determine what makes this a great movie opening.

What do YOU love about ALIEN: COVENANT's opening scene? Let us know in the comments down below! And watch the movie before you watch our listen to our show!

Watch ALIEN: COVENANT's opening scene here: https://vimeo.com/241358352

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• DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER ("If Quentin Tarantino wrote a deeply spiritual story..."): http://deathofabountyhunter.com
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More great movie openings are coming for the following films:

• ALIEN: COVENANT - July 5th (YouTube)/July 12th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST - July 19th (YouTube)/July 26th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• UP - Aug 2nd (YouTube)/Aug 9th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• INGLORIOUS BASTERDS - Aug 16th (YouTube)/Aug 23rd (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• THE MATRIX - Aug 30th (YouTube)/Sep 6th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• WATCHMEN - Sep 13th (YouTube)/Sep 20th (The Story Geeks Podcast)
• MOULIN ROUGE - Sep 27th (YouTube)/Oct 4th (The Story Geeks Podcast)

ALIEN: COVENANT - DISCUSSION TOPICS

• What makes ALIEN: COVENANT's opening scene compelling? What can we learn from the screenwriters in terms of this approach to storytelling and writing?
• Does this scene make sense if you haven't seen the previous films? As a storyteller/writer, how much should we be thinking about that?
• What's the deeper philosophical question this scene asks? Why should we care about that from a storytelling or writing standpoint?
• How does this opening scene set up the rest of ALIEN: COVENANT as a story?
• What are the key storytelling elements that matter to the audience in this opening scene?
• What are the key storytelling/writing elements that matter to the storytellers in this scene?

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The Dor Vahdor music of the Main Theme and Shamayim Suite are epic Illiads at the crossroads of adventure, mystery, majesty, and mighty power designed to pair Volume I books (chapters), and are available at the link: https://novusrenaissancellc.bandcamp....

• The epic Dor Vahdor-Verse video promo featuring Incredible Artwork not featured in the book, The Shamayim Suite, Dor Vahdor Main Theme, and War Themes! https://fb.watch/6dY413S2hq/
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#TheStoryGeeks #Alien #WritingPodcast

Jay Sherer listened to Jordan Peterson's appearance on Bret Weinstein's The Dark Horse podcast... They talked about evolution, religion (specifically a belief in the afterlife), and even storytelling. And that prompted a lot of thoughts for Jay. In this shorter, solo podcast, he shares those thoughts with you!

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Michael Biondo is back to talk to me about his experience watching The Empire Strikes Back for the first time! He's never seen Star Wars... but was the big reveal in this film spoiled for him? What else did he pick up on watching this film for the first time? Let's dig in and see what he says!

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In this solo podcast, Jay Sherer shares some of his concerns related to how social media is altering the way artists and creators and storytellers approach their works. What do these new pressures mean? And what should we do about them? Jay shares his thoughts. Let him know what you think!

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My friend has never seen Star Wars. WUT. We watched Star Wars: A New Hope together, and then we had a conversation about it. What did he think? What has culture spoiled for him? What's it like to not know what Star Wars is all about?

Mike Biondo and Jay Sherer sit down to discuss his reaction to seeing Star Wars: A New Hope for the first time!

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What should diversity in storytelling look like? How should white writers and producers work with people of color? How should we think about diversity and inclusion? Tim J. Lim (actor/director/producer/writer) and Jay Sherer (writer/producer/director) have a deeper discussion about diversity in Hollywood. What do you think about diversity in storytelling?

How should people from all walks of life work together in order to tell amazing stories? Leave us a comment with your perspective!

Death of a Bounty Hunter (written by Jay Sherer & Nathan Scheck): http://www.deathofabountyhunter.com (Death of a Bounty Hunter was a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)

Tim J. Lim's Website: https://www.timjlim-films.com/

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Key Questions and Ideas about Diversity in Storytelling:

• Hollywood is investing in diversity... but is it working?
• How does diversity in Hollywood feel for a person of color?
• How should writers approach characters of color?
• Does genre matter when it comes to diversity and inclusion in storytelling
• Why does diversity in storytelling even matter?
• How should producers view diversity in Hollywood and storytelling?

The Joker's New Look - An interview with The Joker's makeup artist Erin Ayanian Monroe about Jared Leto's new Joker look in Zack Snyder's Justice League

This week, Jay and Caleb chat with Erin Ayanian Monroe, the makeup artist hired to do Jared Leto's Joker makeup in Zack Snyder's Justice League. How did they go about reimagining Joker's look for Zack Snyder's Justice League? Listen in!

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Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's #Avengers​

What's the best film? Zack Snyder's #JusticeLeague​? Joss Whedon's Justice League? Joss Whedon's Avengers? Most of The Story Geeks agree... except Jay. Jay defends #ZSJL​!

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Do you prefer Zack Snyder's Justice League or Joss Whedon's Justice League? What do The Story Geeks think?

They're pretty much all on the same page with Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League. Do you agree?

Here's a tough one... Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Avengers! Here's where Jay gets crazy and goes against... everyone!

What about Zack Snyder's Justice League do you like? What about it do you dislike? And how is Zack Snyder better than Joss Whedon? What about the reverse?

But, we want to hear YOUR thoughts: Zack Snyder's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Justice League vs. Joss Whedon's Avengers!

The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

Jay didn't get to be a part of Part 1, so in this episode, Caleb interviews Jay about his writing tips on how to get better at writing!

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Or get our brand new novel, DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER! It has made the quarterfinals of the Screencraft Cinematic Book Competition!

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Join #TheStoryGeeks​ crew on this week's The Story Geeks Hangout LIVE at 8PM (PT) on Tuesday night. They'll be digging deeper into WandaVision and asking the following questions:

• How satisfying was the WandaVision finale?
• What worked with WandaVision? What didn't?
• Wanda, Hayward, Westview, and consequences... (leaving vague to avoid WandaVision ending spoilers until Tuesday night!)
• Now that the WandaVision ending has aired, where do you want the MCU to go next?

ADDITIONAL LINKS:

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Join in, bring your WandaVision questions, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! If you have thoughts about the WandaVision ending or want to share you thoughts on the WandaVision series breakdown, leave us a comment!

Our reaction to the WandaVision ending, plus a deeper dive into the issues raised by the show. And, as always, we'll talk about the art of storytelling in the MCU and breakdown the ending to WandaVision from a storytelling standpoint as well!

Weigh in on these additional questions about WandaVision in the comments:

• Did you prefer WandaVision or The Mandalorian? Why?
• Was the ending to WandaVision satisfying?
• How do you think WandaVision handled Quicksilver? Was it fair?
• Do you think the WandaVision ending has anything to do with mutants?

Caleb Monroe and Rachel Hemsley discuss ways writers can get better at writing!

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PURCHASE TIMESLINGERS! Jay and Nathan's time travel novel is available now!

Or get our brand new novel, DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER! It has made the quarterfinals of the Screencraft Cinematic Book Competition!

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• More Info at TheStoryGeeks.com - All the content.

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Facebook Group | The Story Geeks YouTube Channel | Reclamation Society YouTube Channel

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Our first ever The Story Geeks Hangout! We meet LIVE on YouTube and Facebook every Tuesday night at 8PM (PT). Join us LIVE or catch the replay on The Story Geeks podcast (available on your preferred podcast provider).

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• Jay & Nathan's Novel and Audiobook, Death of a Bounty Hunter: https://dbh-new.carrd.co/​ (Death of a Bounty Hunter is a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)

The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety

Season 1: Episode 1

Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing #screenwriting #fiction #comicbookwriting

On today's show, Jay and Caleb tackle the differences between screenwriting, fiction writing (prose), and comic book writing! Do you focus more on screenwriting, fiction writing, or comic book writing? What can you learn from the other mediums?

Let us know in the comments down below!

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KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:

Screenwriting

What makes screenwriting unique? What should you focus on when it comes to screenwriting? What are the core elements of screenwriting?

Fiction Writing

What makes writing fiction unique? What should you focus on when it comes to writing fiction? What are the core elements of writing fiction?

Comic Book

Writing What makes comic book writing unique? What should you focus on when it comes to comic book writing? What are the core elements of comic book writing?

#Review​ #Reaction​ #TheCrow​

The Crow - Movie Review and Reaction - The Crow (1994)

Goth kids of the 90s... ASSEMBLE! (But, like, in a cool, nonconformist way.) The Story Geeks crew is getting together to review and react to The Crow (1994). As usually, we'll dig deeper into the themes and cultural relevance.

Join us LIVE on YouTube or catch the replay on The Story Geeks podcast feed! Have thoughts on The Crow (1994)? Leave them in the comments down below!

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Transcript of Questions from The Crow (1994) Review and Reaction Podcast:

Today on The Story Geeks podcast:

...90s Goth kids rejoice—and I mean that in the most brooding way possible—we’re talking about 1994’s comic book classic: The Crow!

But before we get into that, we’ve got a fascinating new sponsor… a participatory-arts podcast. At the end of this episode I’ll play a trailer, and you should listen because it’s a fascinating concept. It’s called SYGNYL—S-Y-G-N-Y-L—and it just launched, so if you find this concept interesting go check it out.

SYGNYL subtly invites listeners into a hidden world that exists all around you. And here’s where it gets really interesting. In each episode, a soothing voice will dare you to complete small, collaborative acts… in the real world.

Trippy, right? And super interesting. Through magical realism, the SYGNYL becomes a new vessel for ancient wisdom and a medicine for the troubles currently ailing our world.

Will YOU choose to follow the instructions within? Visit SYGNYL.com, S-Y-G-N-Y-L dot com to check it out, and like I said, I’ll play a clip for you at the end of this show.

Let’s get into it: 1994’s R-rated Gothic romance slash revenge flick, The Crow.

The Crow came out in 1994, was very Goth, very Occult, and had a super 90s soundtrack—The Cure, Stone Temple Pilots, RATM, Violent Femmes, NIN—but in many ways, it was far ahead of its time. It made use of face-replacement technology that, prior to The Crow’s release, had only been used in Jurassic Park. It was a box office success, taking the #1 spot opening weekend. But it gained even more success once it went to VHS/DVD. And, of course, comic book films were a rarity in that time. Do you think The Crow still stands the test of time? What hasn’t aged well with The Crow?

There were a ton of accidents and incidents that happened behind the scenes in The Crow, so much so many say the film was cursed. Various cast and crew members suffered a variety of injuries and of course there was Brandon Lee’s tragic on-set death by a faulty prop gun. Do you think the behind-the-scenes tragedies led to The Crow's success or would it have stood on its own?

The Crow is rated R. And it truly lived up to that rating—with graphic content. Today we wonder if comic book movies should be rated R, or if they should be made with a broader and younger audience in mind. But The Crow gave no Fs about its R rating. What has changed in the comic book world and society?

We often talk about the “why” of a character. The catalyst that starts the protagonist on the hero’s journey. For The Crow, this catalyst is built off “fridging,” which is a term for a comic book trope where the death of a female character serves as a catalyst for the hero’s journey. Does it work in The Crow? Why or why not? (Before we dive in, I think it’s important to point out that James O’Barr, author and artist of The Crow comic book series, lost his fiancé in a car accident with a drunk driver.)

Is The Crow (Eric Draven) a hero, a villain, an antihero, or something else entirely? Does it work? What makes it work?

The Crow centers on bringing a soul back to “make things right.” There’s a whole genre of films dedicated to revenge fantasies—John Wick, The Crow, a bunch of B-movie Bruce Willis movies. These are essentially a blend of grief fulfillment and the quest for justice. What makes this a compelling concept? And, for The Crow, what would justice actually look like? Does revenge play a role in justice at all?

The Crow is a Goth movie. What does it mean to be Goth and what attracts people to Goth culture? What do Goth fans crave that society isn’t giving them?

The Crow reboot has been put on hold indefinitely. Is it worth remaking considering how underwhelming the sequels have been? And who would you cast in The Crow?

That’s it for today’s show! Don’t forget to subscribe to The Story Geeks podcast on YouTube or your preferred podcast provider. And make sure you check out Death of a Bounty Hunter, the book I co-wrote, AND the new participatory-arts podcast, SYGNYL.

Thanks for listening, and as always: Question everything... and always seek the Truth.

Sandra, Nataly, Cilla, and Alan Ng from Film Threat discuss Disney's live-action Mulan... and why it's nowhere near as meaningful or impactful as the original, animated version...

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The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

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The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

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In this episode, Caleb Monroe and Jay Sherer discuss the storytelling lessons that can be learned from Wonder Woman 1984!

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The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!

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• The various themes found in Outer Wilds by Mobius Digital.
• Ryan calls this his favorite game of 2019. What makes it so amazing?
• What is it like to play an open world game without levels and quest lines?
• How can a game explore ideas as different as quantum mechanics and roasting marshmallows at a campfire?
• How the frustration Justin experienced playing this game taught him about himself.
• We discuss the various planets and rules of this solar system.
• Music is such a powerful tool for storytelling, and this game used it in some surprising and effective ways.
• What is the Eye of the Universe? Is it another Quantum Mechanic or is it a picture of God?
• We also talk about all the times we crashed and died!

Stay tuned to The Story Geeks Podcast for our next episode as co-hosts Sandra, Nataly, and Cilla dig deeper into Mulan with Alan Ng from Film Threat! Mulan just came out on September 4th on Disney+. Let us know what you thought of this movie before the podcast!

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• In our fourth episode discussing a specific video game Ryan Swindoll and Justin Weaver are joined by their friend Jimmy Roth, who has been a huge contributor to the conversations on The Story Geeks Facebook Group.
• Together they will explore the various themes found in What Remains of Edith Finch by Giant Sparrow.
• What Remains of Edith Finch takes about 2 hours for many players to complete and is probably the easiest game on our curated list to watch as a "movie." We highly recommend playing or viewing it before you listen to our podcast.
• This game asks us to consider how we approach death and invites us to consider the joy of people's lives, regardless how long or short.
• We explore the nature of "magical realism" in the tall tales we see throughout the game. How did you interpret the various stories, like Odin Finch sailing his house from Norway to Washington State?
• Is Jimmy's Grandpa the best storyteller ever?
• Let us know what you think. Do you agree with our conclusions?  Did we miss something? We want to hear what you are thinking about after exploring the Finch house and learning so many family secrets with Edith.
• Keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming conversation about What Remains of Edith Finch on The Story Geeks Youtube Channel!

Join us for our next conversation on OUTER WILDS by Mobius Digital. Story Geek and co-host Nick Duke will join Ryan and Justin to discuss this final game in the curated list!

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• Inside (the game) can take around 3 and a half hours to complete and rewards replay. It can also be viewed on youtube with or without a player commentary in less than 2 hours.
• IGN gave this game a 10 out of 10.
• It is the "spiritual sequel" to Playdead's first game Limbo.
• This game is rated M for blood, gore, and violence.
• Spoiler Warning: we jump right into the content and experience of this whole game.
• What does a game that centers heavily on mind control have to say about the value of individuals?
• The game's creators have said very little about the meaning of this game, so how do we handle the variety of possible interpretations?
• Is the monstrous Huddle (or "Human Meatball") the most human thing in the game?
• How can we find hope in such dark stories?
• Let us know what you think.  Do you agree with our conclusions?  Did we miss something?  We want to hear what you think is going on Inside.

Join us for our next conversation on What Remains of Edith Finch by Giant Sparrow with special guest, Jimmy Roth.

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• In our second episode discussing a specific indie video game, we take a closer look at Journey by thatgamecompany.
• This game is less than two hours long and rewards replay.
• This is a BAFTA award winning game, and holds the Guinness World Record for “most mainstream game awards won by an indie video game.”
• Austin Wintory’s gorgeous soundtrack for this game was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media category. The first game soundtrack to be considered for this award.
• Is this the perfect game to play during this time of social distancing?
• What does this game have to say about trauma, obstacles and struggles?
• What is this game an analogy for?
• Is this a picture of reincarnation?
• Is this a metaphor for a "spiritual journey"?
• How is it possible to have an entire game with no written or audible language?
• Ryan and Justin talked for over two hours about this game, so there is a planned second podcast from all the topics we had to cut that will be exclusive to Patreon supporters coming in the future.
• To watch the #ourjourney video we highlight in the podcast click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5px3qZQYoD4
• Let us know what you think.  Do you agree with our conclusions?  Did we miss something?  We look forward to continuing on this journey with you.