We’re experimenting here at Geeky Stoics.

Both Stephen and I have really missed the long-form podcast and discussion format, going back to my original podcasting days at the Star Wars Report and Stephen’s at Beltway Banthas. I’m so glad we get to introduce this format here on Substack, featuring a very special guest: Master Samwise.

Samwise has a YouTube channel not dissimiliar from our own, where he’s built a community of people passionate about going a layer deeper on stories like Star Wars, LOTR and even Red Dead Redemption. He takes this as seriously as we do.

This episode is really about why modern storytelling needs more heart and less ulterior motives.

Sam drops some truth bombs including why great stories aren't about the catharsis of the creator; they're about characters who choose service over themselves. Being a hero starts at home.

Sam’s take on heroism 101

* Know when to say "yes" when you want to say "no"

* Virtues are universal

We also nerd out on:

* Obi-Wan

* Avatar: The Last Airbender

* Band of Brothers

* Pixar’s Turning Red

* Clare: Obscure Expedition 33

MTFBWY!

-Riley

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