The StoryPod
Storypod – Where storytelling is about doing, not just learning. Step into Storytelling Immersion—a world where characters come to life, worlds unfold, and plots twist and turn as we dive deep into the art of story. Unlike traditional guides, Storypod is a “learn-by-listening” experience. Through storytelling games, character-building exercises, media discussions, and creative Q&A, each episode immerses you in the craft of storytelling.
This isn’t a textbook on “how to,” but a playground for creators, thinkers, and lovers of story to explore, experiment, and let ideas spark and grow. Whether you’re here to refine your skills or simply to revel in the magic of storytelling, Storypod is your space to create, learn, and be inspired.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 50
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Unraveling Sanity: Writing a Slow Descent into Madness
In this Story Snack, we’re exploring how to write a character’s descent into madness, especially when they weren’t too stable to begin with! Inspired by a Reddit question, we’ll dive into crafting a …
Welcome to Storypod: Your New Creative Best Friend
Welcome to Storypod! In this cozy Episode 0, I’ll introduce you to the heart of this podcast—a place where storytelling immersion meets creative fun. Whether you’re here to play with story ideas, exp…
From Storymatic to Star Systems: A Sci-Fi Tale of Redemption and Reckoning
In this episode, we dive into a high-stakes story built from scratch using Storymatic cards and Dan Harmon's Story Circle. Follow the journey of an unassuming prisoner who’s forced to confront a gala…
Through the Mask: When Should Your Character See Color?
In this Story Snack, we’re diving into a Reddit question about a character who’s been seeing the world in black and white due to a magical mask. Should they start to see color sooner than planned? Jo…
Piety and Power: Showing a High Priest’s Faith in Dark Fantasy
In this Story Snack, we’re diving into the world of dark high fantasy to answer a Reddit question about showing a character’s piety. How do you depict devotion in a mummified Lich who once served as …
Modern Issues, Medieval Worlds: Navigating Politics in Fantasy
In this semi-rant, we’re diving into the tricky territory of bringing modern politics and cultural issues into a fantasy world rooted in medieval history. Using Dragon Age: The Veilguard as an exampl…
From Nay to Yaaaay...? Embracing AI in Creative Writing (Maybe? Possibly?)
In this episode, I discuss my ever-evolving views on using AI tools in creative writing. Once a staunch skeptic, I found myself unexpectedly excited by the possibilities AI brings to the creative pro…
Expressive Capsules: Bringing Faceless Characters to Life
In this Story Snack, we’re tackling a fun question from Reddit: How do you make a video game character expressive when it’s just… a capsule? No face, no body, no problem! We’ll explore creative ways …
Motivation Station: Finding Your Character’s Why
In this Story Snack episode, we’re answering another writer’s Reddit question: Where do you even start when it comes to developing character motivation? We’ll dig into how to uncover what drives your…
Befriend, Betray, Repeat: Villain Edition
In this Story Snack episode, we’re tackling a juicy question from Reddit: How do you create a villain who isn’t just the hero’s enemy but their closest friend? Join us as we unpack villain motivation…