S17:E07: How to Make Your Fantasy World ...

Today, I'm turning forty and taking a quiet moment to reflect on the decade that brought me here. My thirties were a season of transformation, challenge, and deep awakening. They changed me utterly, teaching me about pain as a portal, creativity as a life force, and story as the ... Show More

Do you ever feel stuck in the "in-between" sections of your story that come after one major plot point but before the next? You're not alone. Many writers can identify the big beats of their story's structure, but find the real challenge is connecting those plot points in a way t ... Show More

What would stories be without their long, uncertain middles? In this episode, we explore the real purpose of the Second Act in story structure. The Secodn is the heart of every story, where transformation happens. You'll learn why this "middle" isn't just filler, but the symbolic ... Show More

<p>I recently came across a clip on YouTube where author Brandon Sanderson and his podcast guest Dan Well were discussing Voldemort’s character. </p><p>Aaand things got pretty controversial pretty quickly, as shortly after posing the question, “Is he a good character?”—they both ... Show More

<p>I. Me. My. You. He. She. They. It. To. Of. For. These are all words we use without a second thought. But psychologist <a href="https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/psychology/faculty/pennebak">James Pennebaker</a> says if we pay close attention to the patterns in speech and writing, ... Show More

In this episode, Hilde Lynn Helphenstein and Magnus Resch discuss the beautiful nebulous of what it feels like to truly love and connect with artists which in turn can amalgamate into a real, meaningful art collection. 

<p>In this weeks epiosde, Olivia and Lilly discuss some of our favourite (... and least favourite) tropes often used in young adult novels, all ranging from our thoughts on love triangles, the pregnancy trope, and everything in between. We also give several book recommendations f ... Show More

On this episode we have Magnus Resch back on to discuss the very real art world recession and how we can adjust our thinking in these trying times. 

<p>When was the last time you truly listened to someone? Not just wait for your turn to speak, but genuinely hear their story, even if you disagree? This week, on our season finale, we explore the power of listening and embracing diverse perspectives with a guest who's made a car ... Show More

<p>Giuseppe Castellano talks to author, illustrator, designer, and educator, Brian Biggs, about how reinvention can play a part in one’s creative life; what it means to be a victim of your own success; whether or not creative types need to be inspired (if inspiration even exists) ... Show More

<p><span>Third person limited is one of the most popular storytelling lenses. Yet it is often understood differently by various authors and readers. So today we’re diving into the complexities, intricacies, and beautiful constraints of third person limited—don’t worry, we’ll be t ... Show More