Jun 18, 2018
On episode #5, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk about finding excellent stories in your everyday life using Matthew's strategy "Homework for Life" and the importance of transformation in storytelling.
Then we listen to Renata Sancken's story about her adventures in ghost hunting, followed by commentary and critique, including:
1. The authenticity of the storyteller
2. Telling a story in scenes
3. Extending the arc of the story
4. Controlling your audience's wonder
Elysha and Matt also answer a listener question about anecdotes and offer recommendations.
LINKS
Homework for Life: https://bit.ly/2f9ZPne
Speak Up storytelling: http://speakupstorytelling.com
Matthew Dicks's website: http://www.matthewdicks.com
Matthew Dicks's YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/matthewjohndicks
Tears in the Rain monologue (Blade Runner):
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWXd1wVijqw
RECOMMENDATIONS
Dear Brother:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2caT4q4Nbs
Back Pocket:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG96RttfZtM