I start this episode talking about Heated Rivalry and end up talking about craft, storytelling, and that feeling of finally finding people who notice the same details you do.This isn’t really a review. It’s me thinking out loud about why certain stories work — the cinematography, the transitions, the restraint, the way flashbacks can feel smooth instead of jarring when they’re done right. I talk about inspiration, about watching people care deeply about nuance, and about how unexpected communities (including a hockey podcast, of all things) can make you feel less alone in your obsessions.This episode wanders on purpose. It’s unedited, unscripted, and very much mid-process.FØDE is a place to think in real time.Thanks for being here.Danni James 🎧📚 | Booktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@dannijames.readsEmpty Netters Podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@emptynetterspod#heatedrivalry #podcast #storytelling