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Jay Sherer wants to learn everything about storytelling. He interviews screenwriters, novelists, directors, literary agents, producers, and anyone else who knows about the business of storytelling. Plus he studies screenwriting, prose, writing, and the business models driving film, television, and novels. Learn along side Jay about How Stories Work--not just how to write them, but also how to sell them and get them made. Join the network of storytellers trying to improve, grow, and make valuable connections!
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 03, 2018
Wednesday Jan 03, 2018
Do androids dream? Is Deckard a replicant? Michael Gordon (http://newlegendmike.blogspot.com/) joins Daryl and Jay to discuss one of the best arthouse science fiction films of all time, Blade Runner!
The film prompts many deep questions, and we dig right into all of them.
Other Science Fiction Movies We've Covered on The Story Geeks Podcast:
- Our Star Wars Series! Check the show notes on this podcast for all the links: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-2/
- Guardians of the Galaxy: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/guardians-of-the-galaxy-what’s-your-personal-awesome-mix/
- Interstellar: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/interstellar-ghosts-faith-and-your-brain-before-death/
- Serenity: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/serenity-respectable-prostitutes-in-space/
- The Martian: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-martian-saving-matt-damon-again/
- Oblivion: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/oblivion-not-edge-of-tomorrow-deeper-dive/
What geek film do you want us to discuss next? Shoot us an email or leave us a comment!
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
Reclamation Society YouTube Channel (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
The Story Geeks YouTube Channel (The Story Geeks podcast clips posted here!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Dec 21, 2017
Thursday Dec 21, 2017
Part 2 of our Justice League discussion! Jay, Daryl, and special guest Michael Young (from NerdSOUL) Hash It Out over the most interesting questions about the Justice League.
What did you think of the Justice League? Missed Part 1? Catch it here: https://www.reclamationsociety.org/blog/2017/12/14/justice-league-hash-it-out-part-1
DC Movies We've Covered on This Podcast:
- Man of Steel: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/superman-man-of-steel-is-zach-snyder-telling-the-truth-reclamation-society-podcast-1/
- Batman Begins: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/we-need-the-message-behind-batman-begins-right-now-fear-corruption-and-justice/
- The Dark Knight: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-is-the-joker-an-atheist/
- The Dark Knight Rises: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-rises-1489308636/
- Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/batman-v-superman-the-worst-batman-of-all-time/
- Watchmen: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/watchmen-everyones-a-jerk-and-were-all-doomed/
- Suicide Squad: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/suicide-squad-heroes-villains-and-jared-letos-joker/
What comic book movie do you want us to discuss next? Shoot us an email or leave us a comment!
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
Reclamation Society YouTube Channel (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
The Story Geeks YouTube Channel (The Story Geeks podcast clips posted here!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Dec 14, 2017
Thursday Dec 14, 2017
Is the Justice League good? Jay, Daryl, and special guest Michael Young (from NerdSOUL) Hash It Out over the most interesting questions about the Justice League.
What did you think of the Justice League?
DC Movies We've Covered on This Podcast:
- Man of Steel: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/superman-man-of-steel-is-zach-snyder-telling-the-truth-reclamation-society-podcast-1/
- Batman Begins: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/we-need-the-message-behind-batman-begins-right-now-fear-corruption-and-justice/
- The Dark Knight: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-is-the-joker-an-atheist/
- The Dark Knight Rises: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-rises-1489308636/
- Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/batman-v-superman-the-worst-batman-of-all-time/
- Watchmen: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/watchmen-everyones-a-jerk-and-were-all-doomed/
- Suicide Squad: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/suicide-squad-heroes-villains-and-jared-letos-joker/
What comic book movie do you want us to discuss next? Shoot us an email or leave us a comment!
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
Reclamation Society YouTube Channel (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
The Story Geeks YouTube Channel (The Story Geeks podcast clips posted here!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Dec 07, 2017
Thursday Dec 07, 2017
Is Yoda really wise? The Last Jedi might prove that Yoda's an idiot... What do you think? Daryl, Jay, and Garrett Ryan (from The Story Cauldron podcast) dig deeper into Star Wars - Episode VI: Return of the Jedi!
Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:
- The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/
- Star Wars - Prequels Trilogy Re-Cap: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-1-fangirling-all-the-feels-and-filling-plot-holes/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-2-krennic-is-the-employee-of-the-month/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-1/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-2/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-1-is-the-battle-of-hoth-the-best-battle-in-star-wars-deeper-dive/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-2-the-big-reveal-deeper-dive/
- The Phantom Menace - The Story Geeks Make It Better: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-phantom-menace-no-midi-chlorians-kill-watto-no-babysitter-romance-make-it-better/
- Return of the Jedi - Luke as a Gray Jedi - The Story Geeks Dig Deeper: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/return-of-the-jedi-luke-as-a-gray-jedi-the-story-geeks-dig-deeper/
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
The Reclamation Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
The Story Geeks YouTube (watch clips and recorded shows here!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Nov 30, 2017
Thursday Nov 30, 2017
Luke is a Gray Jedi in Return of the Jedi?!?! Daryl, Jay, and Garrett Ryan (from The Story Cauldron podcast) dig deeper into Star Wars - Episode VI: Return of the Jedi!
What do you think? Is Luke Skywalker a Gray Jedi in Return of the Jedi?
Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:
- The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/
- Star Wars - Prequels Trilogy Re-Cap: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-1-fangirling-all-the-feels-and-filling-plot-holes/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-2-krennic-is-the-employee-of-the-month/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-1/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-2/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-1-is-the-battle-of-hoth-the-best-battle-in-star-wars-deeper-dive/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-2-the-big-reveal-deeper-dive/
- The Phantom Menace - The Story Geeks Make It Better: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-phantom-menace-no-midi-chlorians-kill-watto-no-babysitter-romance-make-it-better/
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Nov 23, 2017
Thursday Nov 23, 2017
The Phantom Menace is a controversial film. Most despise it, but some love it. The question is, how could we make it better?
Daryl Smith, and Jay Sherer make some important story updates to Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace!
Check Out Our Other Recent Podcasts in Our Star Wars Series:
- The Last Jedi - Teaser Trailer Reaction: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-last-jedi-how-darth-hermit-kills-rey/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 1):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-1-are-midi-chlorians-bantha-poodoo/
- Star Wars - Episode 1: The Phantom Menace (Part 2):https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-the-phantom-menace-part-2-the-true-nature-of-the-force-is-confusing/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-1-how-sifo-dyas-screws-the-galaxy/
- Star Wars - Episode 2: Attack of the Clones (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-attack-of-the-clones-part-2-how-anakin-is-driven-to-the-dark-side/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 1): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-1-legends-vs-canon/
- Star Wars - Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-revenge-of-the-sith-part-2-are-the-jedi-truly-good-are-the-sith-truly-evil/
- Star Wars - Prequels Trilogy Re-Cap: http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-prequel-trilogy-wrap-up-jar-jar-hate-deceitful-marketing-more-star-wars/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-1-fangirling-all-the-feels-and-filling-plot-holes/
- Star Wars - Rogue One (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-rogue-one-part-2-krennic-is-the-employee-of-the-month/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-1/
- Star Wars - A New Hope (Part 2): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/star-wars-a-new-hope-part-2/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 1): https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-1-is-the-battle-of-hoth-the-best-battle-in-star-wars-deeper-dive/
- Star Wars - The Empire Strikes Back (Part 2): http://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-empire-strikes-back-part-2-the-big-reveal-deeper-dive/
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Nov 16, 2017
Thursday Nov 16, 2017
Cap vs. Iron Man? Batman vs. Superman? Wonder Woman vs. the German Army? What's your favorite comic book movie fight and how does it impact the story?
Jay and Daryl breakdown their favorite comic book movie fights. What's your favorite comic book movie fight? Comment and let us know!
Comic Book Movies We've Covered on This Podcast:
- Man of Steel: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/superman-man-of-steel-is-zach-snyder-telling-the-truth-reclamation-society-podcast-1/
- Batman Begins: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/we-need-the-message-behind-batman-begins-right-now-fear-corruption-and-justice/
- The Dark Knight: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-is-the-joker-an-atheist/
- The Dark Knight Rises: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/the-dark-knight-rises-1489308636/
- Iron Man: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/iron-man-the-beginning-of-the-mcu/
- Captain American: The Winter Soldier: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/captain-america-winter-soldier-1501647410/
- Guardians of the Galaxy: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/guardians-of-the-galaxy-what’s-your-personal-awesome-mix/
- Doctor Strange: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/marvels-doctor-strange-your-identity-matters/
- Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/batman-v-superman-the-worst-batman-of-all-time/
- Watchmen: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/watchmen-everyones-a-jerk-and-were-all-doomed/
- Suicide Squad: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/suicide-squad-heroes-villains-and-jared-letos-joker/
- Captain America: Civil War: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/captain-america-civil-war-are-you-team-cap-or-team-stark/
- Deadpool: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/deadpool-the-merc-with-a-cute-face-reclamation-society-podcast-2/
What comic book movie do you want us to discuss next? Shoot us an email or leave us a comment!
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube Channel (Original Works): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Nov 09, 2017
Thursday Nov 09, 2017
Sisa Grey (voice performer in Moana) joins The Story Geeks (Daryl and Jay) to discuss Disney's Moana!
We dive into all the deep themes weaved throughout the film. Do you prefer Moana or Frozen? Email us at our new address: thestorygeeks@gmail.com!
Sisa's Website: http://www.sisagrey.com/
Network 1901's (Shannon McCarter) Video on Moana vs. Frozen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9k6sOhSE-0
The Story Cauldron's Moana Podcast: https://www.thestorycauldron.com/listen/2017/8/23/episode-05-moana
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube Channel (Original Works): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Thursday Nov 02, 2017
Thursday Nov 02, 2017
How would you make Batman v. Superman better? The Story Geeks jump back into the DCEU to share their thoughts on how this story could be improved!
Daryl and Jay each come up with three changes that, if made, would dramatically imrpove Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Do you agree with their changes? What would you change?
Email us at our new address: thestorygeeks@gmail.com!
We Also Dug Deeper into Batman v. Superman. Listen here:
- Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice - The Story Geeks Dig Deeper https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/e/batman-v-superman-the-worst-batman-of-all-time/
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube Channel (Original Works): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com
Friday Oct 27, 2017
Friday Oct 27, 2017
What geek movies released before the year 2000 should get a Blade Runner 2049-like (delayed) sequel now?
The Story Geeks (Daryl and Jay) discuss their Top 3 picks for a delayed sequel! Want to be part of The Story Geeks community? Follow us on social media (see links below)!
What movies would you choose? Email us at our new address: thestorygeeks@gmail.com!
Subscribe Here:
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-geeks/id1120739105?mt=2
- Podbean: https://reclamationsociety.podbean.com/
- Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/story-geeks-2/story-geeks-podcast
Urban Vinyl Headphones:
Purchase here: www.urbanvinyl.org (use the promo code "Jay" to get a 15% discount)
Connect with Us:
YouTube Channel (Original Works): https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety (Click here to watch Star Wars: Rivals!)
Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com