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We can’t wait to share our stories with you!
Two aspiring storytellers, Kayla Kennedy and Ron Beek III, work together to analyze what makes stories work, how they function, and which ones do it best.
Text versions of short stories performed on the show can be found at whatsthestorypodcast.blogspot.com
Part of The WTFAWTA Podcast Network.
Two aspiring storytellers, Kayla Kennedy and Ron Beek III, work together to analyze what makes stories work, how they function, and which ones do it best.
Text versions of short stories performed on the show can be found at whatsthestorypodcast.blogspot.com
Part of The WTFAWTA Podcast Network.
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This week, we talk about the new comic book "The Punishment: Social Justice" by Ryan Alves and Ron Beek III! The conversation gets deep into the nature of symbols, the trouble creators face when people misappropriate their work, and the awesome satisfaction of a good head explosion. Go to Linktr.ee/awe.comics to get your hands on "The Punishment: Social Justice" today, because... We really can't wait to share that story with you!
This week we talk about morality and symbolism as well as give an update on the future of What's the Story?" and the WTFAWTA network!
This week, the discourse turns to plotting and pacing and how the decision-making process involved in both of those aspects of fiction is more nuanced than it may initially appear.
Kayla and Ron delve into the question of Conflict. Can stories exist without it? Or are they vital and inherent to drama? Is there more than one type? And if so, are some conflicts greater than others?
This week we sit down to discuss the importance of theme and motif- a useful tool in helping illuminate your point for the audience!
Kayla and Ron are forced to not record an episode of "What's the Story?" due to unforeseen twinning.
On this week's episode of "What's the Story?" we're talking about the nitty gritty particulars of world building, and how the smallest and seemingly most insignificant details can pay out dividends in terms of creating believability and authenticity in your setting!
On a special bonus episode of "What's the Story?", Ron is joined by comic maker extraordinaire and king of cool Ryan Alves to talk about his new book "Bubblegum Maelstrom"!
We only talk about Batman for like 10 minutes. #restraint
Kayla and Ron are joined by "The Count of Cool" Ryan Alves (pronounced Alves) for a deep dive into the important role of setting in stories!
Character Building is an important part of creating a believable story and one of the great joys of writing. So, join us as we discuss some of our favorite techniques and strategies for creating the nuances of character!
Season 3 continues with a dive into Point-Of-View! How do you tell your audience a story? What do you allow them to see? What do you hide from them? Establishing the proper perspective for your narrator has ramifications that can add untold power to your story or utterly undermine your intent, so come listen to the latest episode of our little show as we tackle yet another element of fiction!
In the season 3 premiere Kayla and Ron sit down to discuss Dramatic Irony and how the proper use of it can create tension, fear and even hilarity. A versatile tool for any writer's kit.
On the Season Finale of "What's the Story?" Kayla and Ron are reviving a bygone tradition- The Christmas ghost story. We discuss the Victorian practice and then share our own holiday horrors before signing off for the year.
Ron is joined this week by soon to be critically acclaimed indie comic book maker Ryan Alves. And this week we're talking clichés.
This week we talk about one of the most powerful plot devices in fiction- The Red Herring.
This week we sit down to discuss foreshadowing, a technique that can add untold value to a story- if it's done well...
Kayla and Ron discuss the importance of editing and proofreeding...
Kayla and Ron discuss first Drafts in the latest episode of "What's the Story?"
Barrett Leddy drops by the “What’s the Story?” virtual studio to discuss being a voiceover artist on shows such as 44 Cats, Yugioh, Pokemon and Bread Barbershop.
Kayla and Ron trade some spooky tales and talk about the purpose of horror stories in the latest episode of "What's the Story?"
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