Why write? What tools, techniques, and environments are useful for the writing process? In this episode, Aya and Josh explore the world of writing, including novel writing, screenwriting, writing as a career vs. hobby vs. vocation, fiction vs. non-fiction, research, discipline, outlines, beatboards, first drafts, scope and stakes, wants vs. needs, the Hero's Journey vs. Heroine's Journey, the 8 Sequence Structure (incl. teaser, status quo, point of attack, debate, lock-in, midpoint reversal, resolution, new status quo), storytelling devices (e.g., the Faustian Bargain), sacrificing for your craft, collaborations, and incentivization (accountabilibuddies, writing environments and retreats).