Ellen Feldman Ornato: "Sisters Fight"

On episode #90 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling!

In our follow up segment, we discuss the importance of storytelling and self-care in the time of this pandemic. We also read some listeners' emails and discuss events and workshops moving forward. 

STORYTELLING SHOWS 2020

April 18: Storytelling workshop (beginner), MOPCO Improv Theater, Schenectady, NY

STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS 2020

April 18: Storytelling workshop (beginner), MOPCO Improv Theater, Schenectady, NY July 27-31: Storytelling boot camp, CT Historical Society

In our Homework for Life segment, I talk about taking a small moment with my son and building it into a much larger, more personally significant and vulnerable story. 

Next we listen to a story by Ellen Feldman Ornato.

Amongst the many things we discuss include:

1. Defining the landscape of the story

2. Universal appeal in unique moments

3. Scene setting through repetition

4. Restructuring stories to increase stakes

5. Pacing

Next we answer a question about crafting stories.  

Lastly, we each offer a recommendation. 

RECOMMEDATIONS

Elysha:

• Read Brightly: https://www.readbrightly.com/

Matt:

• Masterclass: https://www.masterclass.com/homepage

LINKS

Purchase Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life Through the Power of Storytelling: https://amzn.to/2H3YNn3

Purchase Twenty-one Truths About Love: https://amzn.to/35Mz1xS 

Homework for Life: https://bit.ly/2f9ZPne

Matthew Dicks's website: http://www.matthewdicks.com

Matthew Dicks's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/matthewjohndicks 

Matthew Dicks's blog: http://www.matthewdicks.com/matthewdicksblog

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