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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
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
How to Get Better at Writing - Part 2: 9 Ways to Improve Your Writing
Jay didn't get to be a part of Part 1, so in this episode, Caleb interviews Jay about his writing tips on how to get better at writing!
Do you love stories and storytelling--especially sci-fi, fantasy, and comic book movies? Join The Story Geeks Club! It's FREE! Join The Story Geeks Club here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks/
Want MORE from The Story Geeks? Become a VIP Member of The Story Geeks Club: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks
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PURCHASE TIMESLINGERS! Jay and Nathan's time travel novel is available now!
Or get our brand new novel, DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER! It has made the quarterfinals of the Screencraft Cinematic Book Competition!
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LINKS:
- The Story Geeks Club - Keep up to date and join our deep discussions!
- The Story Geeks Club - VIP - Benefits and rewards for our supporters.
- TIMESLINGERS - Jay & Nathan's time travel novel.
- More Info at TheStoryGeeks.com - All the content.
SUBSCRIBE
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SOCIAL
Facebook Group | The Story Geeks YouTube Channel | Reclamation Society YouTube Channel
Twitter | Instagram | Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com | Jay: @JaySherer | Daryl: @darylhsmith | Sandra: @sand_rad | Justin: @justintheweaver | Nick: @ndukie
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Mutants ARE in the MCU? - WandaVision Ending & Complete WandaVision Series Breakdown
Join #TheStoryGeeks crew on this week's The Story Geeks Hangout LIVE at 8PM (PT) on Tuesday night. They'll be digging deeper into WandaVision and asking the following questions:
- How satisfying was the WandaVision finale?
- What worked with WandaVision? What didn't?
- Wanda, Hayward, Westview, and consequences... (leaving vague to avoid WandaVision ending spoilers until Tuesday night!)
- Now that the WandaVision ending has aired, where do you want the MCU to go next?
ADDITIONAL LINKS:
- The Story Geeks Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks
- Support The Story Geeks: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks/
- The Art of Storytelling - The Story Geeks YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
- Jay & Nathan's Novel and Audiobook, Death of a Bounty Hunter: https://dbh-new.carrd.co/ (Death of a Bounty Hunter is a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)
Join in, bring your WandaVision questions, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! If you have thoughts about the WandaVision ending or want to share you thoughts on the WandaVision series breakdown, leave us a comment!
Our reaction to the WandaVision ending, plus a deeper dive into the issues raised by the show. And, as always, we'll talk about the art of storytelling in the MCU and breakdown the ending to WandaVision from a storytelling standpoint as well!
Weigh in on these additional questions about WandaVision in the comments:
- Did you prefer WandaVision or The Mandalorian? Why?
- Was the ending to WandaVision satisfying?
- How do you think WandaVision handled Quicksilver? Was it fair?
- Do you think the WandaVision ending has anything to do with mutants?
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
How to Get Better at Writing - Part 1 - The Impactful Writing Podcast
Caleb Monroe and Rachel Hemsley discuss ways writers can get better at writing!
Do you love stories and storytelling--especially sci-fi, fantasy, and comic book movies? Join The Story Geeks Club! It's FREE! Join The Story Geeks Club here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks/
Want MORE from The Story Geeks? Become a VIP Member of The Story Geeks Club: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks
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PURCHASE TIMESLINGERS! Jay and Nathan's time travel novel is available now!
Or get our brand new novel, DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER! It has made the quarterfinals of the Screencraft Cinematic Book Competition!
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LINKS:
- The Story Geeks Club - Keep up to date and join our deep discussions!
- The Story Geeks Club - VIP - Benefits and rewards for our supporters.
- TIMESLINGERS - Jay & Nathan's time travel novel.
- More Info at TheStoryGeeks.com - All the content.
SUBSCRIBE
iTunes | Podbean | Stitcher | Spotify
SOCIAL
Facebook Group | The Story Geeks YouTube Channel | Reclamation Society YouTube Channel
Twitter | Instagram | Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com | Jay: @JaySherer | Daryl: @darylhsmith | Sandra: @sand_rad | Justin: @justintheweaver | Nick: @ndukie
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
Wednesday Mar 03, 2021
WandaVision - Getting Ready for the Finale!
Our first ever The Story Geeks Hangout! We meet LIVE on YouTube and Facebook every Tuesday night at 8PM (PT). Join us LIVE or catch the replay on The Story Geeks podcast (available on your preferred podcast provider).
- The Story Geeks Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks
- Support The Story Geeks: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks/
- The Art of Storytelling - The Story Geeks YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
- Jay & Nathan's Novel and Audiobook, Death of a Bounty Hunter: https://dbh-new.carrd.co/ (Death of a Bounty Hunter is a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Thursday Feb 25, 2021
Metaphor and Storytelling - LOTR, Get Out, and MORE! - The Impactful Writing Podcast
The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!
Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Thursday Feb 18, 2021
Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing
Season 1: Episode 1
Screenwriting vs. Fiction Writing vs. Comic Book Writing #screenwriting #fiction #comicbookwriting
On today's show, Jay and Caleb tackle the differences between screenwriting, fiction writing (prose), and comic book writing! Do you focus more on screenwriting, fiction writing, or comic book writing? What can you learn from the other mediums?
Let us know in the comments down below!
- Our Sponsor - The SYGNYL Podcast: https://kite.link/sygnyl "Do not fall in love with the SYGNYL, for the SYGNYL belongs to no one."
- Jay & Nathan's Novel and Audiobook, Death of a Bounty Hunter: https://dbh-new.carrd.co/ (Death of a Bounty Hunter is a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)
- Caleb's Website: https://www.calebmonroe.com/
- The Story Geeks Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks
- The Story Geeks Club: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks/
KEY DISCUSSION POINTS:
Screenwriting
What makes screenwriting unique? What should you focus on when it comes to screenwriting? What are the core elements of screenwriting?
Fiction Writing
What makes writing fiction unique? What should you focus on when it comes to writing fiction? What are the core elements of writing fiction?
Comic Book
Writing What makes comic book writing unique? What should you focus on when it comes to comic book writing? What are the core elements of comic book writing?
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
The Crow (1994) - Movie Review, Reaction, and Retrospective
#Review #Reaction #TheCrow
The Crow - Movie Review and Reaction - The Crow (1994)
Goth kids of the 90s... ASSEMBLE! (But, like, in a cool, nonconformist way.) The Story Geeks crew is getting together to review and react to The Crow (1994). As usually, we'll dig deeper into the themes and cultural relevance.
Join us LIVE on YouTube or catch the replay on The Story Geeks podcast feed! Have thoughts on The Crow (1994)? Leave them in the comments down below!
- Our Sponsor - The SYGNYL Podcast: https://kite.link/sygnyl "Do not fall in love with the SYGNYL, for the SYGNYL belongs to no one."
- Jay & Nathan's Novel, Death of a Bounty Hunter: https://dbh-new.carrd.co/ (Death of a Bounty Hunter is a semi-finalist in Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition!)
Transcript of Questions from The Crow (1994) Review and Reaction Podcast:
Today on The Story Geeks podcast:
...90s Goth kids rejoice—and I mean that in the most brooding way possible—we’re talking about 1994’s comic book classic: The Crow!
But before we get into that, we’ve got a fascinating new sponsor… a participatory-arts podcast. At the end of this episode I’ll play a trailer, and you should listen because it’s a fascinating concept. It’s called SYGNYL—S-Y-G-N-Y-L—and it just launched, so if you find this concept interesting go check it out.
SYGNYL subtly invites listeners into a hidden world that exists all around you. And here’s where it gets really interesting. In each episode, a soothing voice will dare you to complete small, collaborative acts… in the real world.
Trippy, right? And super interesting. Through magical realism, the SYGNYL becomes a new vessel for ancient wisdom and a medicine for the troubles currently ailing our world.
Will YOU choose to follow the instructions within? Visit SYGNYL.com, S-Y-G-N-Y-L dot com to check it out, and like I said, I’ll play a clip for you at the end of this show.
Let’s get into it: 1994’s R-rated Gothic romance slash revenge flick, The Crow.
The Crow came out in 1994, was very Goth, very Occult, and had a super 90s soundtrack—The Cure, Stone Temple Pilots, RATM, Violent Femmes, NIN—but in many ways, it was far ahead of its time. It made use of face-replacement technology that, prior to The Crow’s release, had only been used in Jurassic Park. It was a box office success, taking the #1 spot opening weekend. But it gained even more success once it went to VHS/DVD. And, of course, comic book films were a rarity in that time. Do you think The Crow still stands the test of time? What hasn’t aged well with The Crow?
There were a ton of accidents and incidents that happened behind the scenes in The Crow, so much so many say the film was cursed. Various cast and crew members suffered a variety of injuries and of course there was Brandon Lee’s tragic on-set death by a faulty prop gun. Do you think the behind-the-scenes tragedies led to The Crow's success or would it have stood on its own?
The Crow is rated R. And it truly lived up to that rating—with graphic content. Today we wonder if comic book movies should be rated R, or if they should be made with a broader and younger audience in mind. But The Crow gave no Fs about its R rating. What has changed in the comic book world and society?
We often talk about the “why” of a character. The catalyst that starts the protagonist on the hero’s journey. For The Crow, this catalyst is built off “fridging,” which is a term for a comic book trope where the death of a female character serves as a catalyst for the hero’s journey. Does it work in The Crow? Why or why not? (Before we dive in, I think it’s important to point out that James O’Barr, author and artist of The Crow comic book series, lost his fiancé in a car accident with a drunk driver.)
Is The Crow (Eric Draven) a hero, a villain, an antihero, or something else entirely? Does it work? What makes it work?
The Crow centers on bringing a soul back to “make things right.” There’s a whole genre of films dedicated to revenge fantasies—John Wick, The Crow, a bunch of B-movie Bruce Willis movies. These are essentially a blend of grief fulfillment and the quest for justice. What makes this a compelling concept? And, for The Crow, what would justice actually look like? Does revenge play a role in justice at all?
The Crow is a Goth movie. What does it mean to be Goth and what attracts people to Goth culture? What do Goth fans crave that society isn’t giving them?
The Crow reboot has been put on hold indefinitely. Is it worth remaking considering how underwhelming the sequels have been? And who would you cast in The Crow?
That’s it for today’s show! Don’t forget to subscribe to The Story Geeks podcast on YouTube or your preferred podcast provider. And make sure you check out Death of a Bounty Hunter, the book I co-wrote, AND the new participatory-arts podcast, SYGNYL.
Thanks for listening, and as always: Question everything... and always seek the Truth.
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Why the live-action Mulan doesn't come close to the animated version...
Sandra, Nataly, Cilla, and Alan Ng from Film Threat discuss Disney's live-action Mulan... and why it's nowhere near as meaningful or impactful as the original, animated version...
Do you love stories and storytelling--especially sci-fi, fantasy, and comic book movies? Join The Story Geeks Club! It's FREE! Join The Story Geeks Club here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thestorygeeks/
Want MORE from The Story Geeks? Become a VIP Member of The Story Geeks Club: https://www.patreon.com/thestorygeeks
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PURCHASE TIMESLINGERS! Jay and Nathan's time travel novel is available now!
Or get our brand new novel, DEATH OF A BOUNTY HUNTER! Now only $0.99!
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
LINKS:
- The Story Geeks Club - Keep up to date and join our deep discussions!
- The Story Geeks Club - VIP - Benefits and rewards for our supporters.
- TIMESLINGERS - Jay & Nathan's time travel novel.
- More Info at TheStoryGeeks.com - All the content.
SUBSCRIBE
iTunes | Podbean | Stitcher | Spotify
SOCIAL
Facebook Group | The Story Geeks YouTube Channel | Reclamation Society YouTube Channel
Twitter | Instagram | Email: thestorygeeks@gmail.com | Jay: @JaySherer
Thursday Feb 04, 2021
Thursday Feb 04, 2021
Anxiety and Despair - Two Essential Storytelling Emotions - The Impactful Writing Podcast
The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!
Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
Thursday Jan 21, 2021
The Power of Hope in Storytelling - The Impactful Writing Podcast
The Impactful Writing Podcast is for storytellers and writers who want to dig deeper into philosophies, spiritual perspectives, and the true reason humans resonate with stories. From writing techniques to deeper thoughts about the power of storytelling. Hosted by two of The Story Geeks co-hosts, Jay Sherer and Caleb Monroe!
Watch LIVE on YouTube every other Monday at 9AM (PT) and join the conversation: https://www.youtube.com/thereclamationsociety