Story Talk Podcast
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsStory Talk is an effort to unveil the complex mechanics of stories and become intentional about how they affect our identities and behaviors. Join the conversation: https://storytalk.club Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
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Episodes
Airbender Aang and the Incredible Character Dynamics of “Avatar”
July 24, 2020 06:46 - 2 hours - 173 MB“Avatar the Last Airbender” from Nickelodeon (2005-2008) has been hailed as the “greatest shows of all time,” Avatar Aang and friends have a lot to offer modern audiences. What makes these characters so dynamic? What has made this series so enduringly popular? What made Aang so successful when his sequel heroine Korra was not? Could the series have been made even better? Explore these answers and more in this rich episode of Story Talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify....
Episode 11: “Frozen II” Disney Animation Studios (2019)
March 25, 2020 21:36 - 2 hours - 154 MBPart 2 of our Double Feature 9beginning with an analysis of “Frozen” in episode 10. When Elsa starts hearing mysterious, haunting voices, she has no choice but to unlock an Enchanted Forest and drag the gang into another magical, chilly, dress-making adventure, right? Take a closer look at some of the powerful elements present in “Frozen II” as well as many of the problems. Then join the conversation on Instagram or Facebook @storytalktime --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story...
Reviewing the Romanticized Resolutions of “Frozen II”
March 25, 2020 21:36 - 2 hours - 154 MBEpisode 11: “Frozen II” Disney Animation Studios (2019) Part 2 of our Double Feature 9beginning with an analysis of “Frozen” in episode 10. When Elsa starts hearing mysterious, haunting voices, she has no choice but to unlock an Enchanted Forest and drag the gang into another magical, chilly, dress-making adventure, right? Take a closer look at some of the powerful elements present in “Frozen II” as well as many of the problems. Then join the conversation on Instagram or Facebook @storytalkti...
The Incredible and Incredibly Frustrating “Frozen” (DOUBLE FEATURE)
March 24, 2020 18:50 - 2 hours - 135 MBEpisode 10: “Frozen” by Walt Disney Animation (2013) Part 1 of a Double Feature (continued with “Frozen II” in episode 11)—Frozen has made a big impact on our current culture. If you have been caught up in Frozen fever or if you have just been sick of Frozen, this will be a valuable ex-location of the strengths and significant weaknesses of this mega-hit. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Episode 10: “Frozen” by Walt Disney Animation (2013)
March 24, 2020 18:50 - 2 hours - 135 MBPart 1 of a Double Feature (continued with “Frozen II” in episode 11)—Frozen has made a big impact on our current culture. If you have been caught up in Frozen fever or if you have just been sick of Frozen, this will be a valuable ex-location of the strengths and significant weaknesses of this mega-hit. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
“Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” by Peter Jackson and J.R.R. Tolkien (2001)
December 19, 2019 13:30 - 2 hours - 163 MBHow do you approach breaking down a story as long and layered as the one created by Tolkien (and then visualized and retold by Peter Jackson)? The Lord of the Rings series is wonderfully entertaining as a fantasy/action trilogy, but for viewers willing to savor this story through analysis, it becomes a singular treasure. Come explore some of the ways that “The Fellowship of the Ring,” the first of the iconic trilogy, can still yield a wealth of insights for modern viewers. --- Support thi...
Episode 09: “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” by P. Jackson and J.R.R. Tolkien (2001)
December 19, 2019 13:30 - 2 hours - 163 MBHow do you approach breaking down a story as long and layered as the one created by Tolkien (and then visualized and retold by Peter Jackson)? The Lord of the Rings series is wonderfully entertaining as a fantasy/action trilogy, but for viewers willing to savor this story through analysis, it becomes a singular treasure. Come explore some of the ways that “The Fellowship of the Ring,” the first of the iconic trilogy, can still yield a wealth of insights for modern viewers. --- Support thi...
Explore the World-changing High-fantasy: “The Fellowship of the Ring”
December 19, 2019 13:30 - 2 hours - 163 MBEpisode 09: “Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” by P. Jackson and J.R.R. Tolkien (2001) How do you approach breaking down a story as long and layered as the one created by Tolkien (and then visualized and retold by Peter Jackson)? The Lord of the Rings series is wonderfully entertaining as a fantasy/action trilogy, but for viewers willing to savor this story through analysis, it becomes a singular treasure. Come explore some of the ways that “The Fellowship of the Ring,” the first...
Meet Miles in his Epic Origin Story “Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse”
November 06, 2019 17:42 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBEpisode 08: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse” by Columbia, Sony, and Marvel (2018) Winner of the “Best Animated Feature” Academy Award in 2019, this gem was largely overlooked in theaters. But, with excellent writing, beautiful visuals, and compelling relevance for our modern context, this film has all the trappings of future cult classic. Explore some of the rich symbolism included in this recent exploration of “Spider-Man.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...
Episode 08: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse” by Columbia, Sony, and Marvel (2018)
November 06, 2019 17:42 - 1 hour - 84.4 MBWinner of the “Best Animated Feature” Academy Award in 2019, this gem was largely overlooked in theaters. But, with excellent writing, beautiful visuals, and compelling relevance for our modern context, this film has all the trappings of future cult classic. Explore some of the rich symbolism included in this recent exploration of “Spider-Man.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Toy Story 4 by Pixar Animation Studios (2019)
August 20, 2019 04:40 - 58 minutes - 54 MBDoes Toy Story 4 measure up to its rich prequel trilogy? In artistry and micro-writing, almost definitely. But, this installment is towing some big macro-writing problems. Identify the problems and then take a turn resolving them in this episode of Story Talk. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
The Confusing Emotional Stew of “Toy Story 4”
August 20, 2019 04:40 - 58 minutes - 54 MBEpisode 07: “ Toy Story 4” by Pixar Animation Studios (2019) Does Toy Story 4 measure up to its rich prequel trilogy? In artistry and micro-writing, almost definitely. But, this installment is towing some big macro-writing problems. Identify the problems and then take a turn resolving them in this episode of Story Talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Episode 07: “ Toy Story 4” by Pixar Animation Studios (2019)
August 20, 2019 04:40 - 58 minutes - 54 MBDoes Toy Story 4 measure up to its rich prequel trilogy? In artistry and micro-writing, almost definitely. But, this installment is towing some big macro-writing problems. Identify the problems and then take a turn resolving them in this episode of Story Talk. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Episode 06: “The LEGO Movie 2: the Second Part” by Warner Brothers Pictures (2019)
May 29, 2019 04:42 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBA fantastic adventure with real heart, LEGO Movie2 has built in plenty of surprises for us in this recent offering. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
The LEGO Movie 2; the Second Part by Warner Brothers Pictures (2019)
May 29, 2019 04:42 - 49 minutes - 46 MBA fantastic adventure with real heart, LEGO Movie2 has built in plenty of surprises for us in this recent offering. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Listen to your Heart (and that great beat) with “The LEGO Movie 2”
May 29, 2019 04:42 - 49 minutes - 57.2 MBEpisode 06: “The LEGO Movie 2: the Second Part” by Warner Brothers Pictures (2019) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Blitz Talk: Mary Poppins Returns (2018)
March 30, 2019 02:25 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBBLITZ TALK: Disney Studios’ latest remake, “Mary Poppins Returns,” is a well-crafted movie, but does it measure up to its classic predecessor of 1964? Join Laura in analyzing this stunning movie with a rather stagnant script. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Stunning Movie, Stagnant Script—Blitztalk on “Mary Poppins Returns”
March 30, 2019 02:25 - 46 minutes - 54.2 MBBLITZ TALK: Disney Studios’ latest remake, “Mary Poppins Returns,” is a well-crafted movie, but does it measure up to its classic predecessor of 1964? Join Laura in analyzing this stunning movie with a rather stagnant script. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Episode 05: “Mary Poppins Returns” (2018)
March 30, 2019 02:25 - 46 minutes - 54.2 MBBLITZ TALK: Disney Studios’ latest remake, “Mary Poppins Returns,” is a well-crafted movie, but does it measure up to its classic predecessor of 1964? Join Laura in analyzing this stunning movie with a rather stagnant script. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Pride and Prejudice by the BBC (1995)
June 28, 2018 04:29 - 1 hour - 108 MBBreak down the barriers to understanding this classic, yet ever-fresh romantic drama and find plenty of humor along the way. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Episode 04: “Pride and Prejudice” by the BBC (1995)
June 28, 2018 04:29 - 1 hour - 108 MBBreak down the barriers to understanding this classic, yet ever-fresh romantic drama and find plenty of humor along the way. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
The Anatomy of Romance in “Pride and Prejudice”
June 28, 2018 04:29 - 1 hour - 108 MBEpisode 04: “Pride and Prejudice” by the BBC (1995) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Cars (and the sequels) by Pixar Animation Studios (2006, 2011, 2017)
March 21, 2018 03:31 - 1 hour - 102 MBExplore the story features of the Cars series by Pixar AnimationStudios with Laura. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Episode 03: “Cars” (and the sequels) by Pixar Animation Studios (2006, 2011, 2017)
March 21, 2018 03:31 - 1 hour - 102 MBExplore the story features of the Cars series by Pixar AnimationStudios with Laura. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
How to Win at Life with Lightning McQueen in “Cars”
March 21, 2018 03:31 - 1 hour - 102 MBEpisode 03: “Cars” (and the sequels) by Pixar Animation Studios (2006, 2011, 2017) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
"Cinderella" by Walt Disney Studios (2015)
February 17, 2018 23:04 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBExplore some of the symbols, themes, and characters developed in this live-action version of the classic fairy tale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Episode 02: "Cinderella" by Walt Disney Studios (2015)
February 17, 2018 23:04 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBExplore some of the symbols, themes, and characters developed in this live-action version of the classic fairy tale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Layering Romance and Symbolism in the Modernized Classic “Cinderella”
February 17, 2018 23:04 - 1 hour - 79.2 MBLike a golden butterfly from a chrysalis of interwoven symbols, Ella emerges as Queen from this fresh, yet classic, rendition of the tale. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Exploring the Great Questions of Life with “Dr. Strange”
February 03, 2018 22:45 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBEpisode 01: “Dr. Strange” by Marvel Studios (2016) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/story-talk/support
Episode 01: “Dr. Strange” by Marvel Studios (2016)
February 03, 2018 22:45 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBWhat is worth living for? Join Laura in considering some of the ways that Dr. Strange is changing the way you think, and pull apart some of characters, themes, and symbols as presented in Marvel Studios' "Dr. Strange" (2016). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support
Dr. Strange by Marvel Studios (2016)
February 03, 2018 22:45 - 40 minutes - 36.9 MBWhat is worth living for? Join Laura in considering some of the ways that Dr. Strange is changing the way you think, and pull apart some of characters, themes, and symbols as presented in Marvel Studios' "Dr. Strange" (2016). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/story-talk/support