How do we engage in meaningful conversations year-round about race, history, and politics? In this multi-generational episode, we reclaim the lost art of conversation through an informative discussion about Black History and our own narratives.

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Sterling Shipp is a Senior at the University of Florida majoring in Health Education & Behavior with a Minor in Anthropology. He is on the pre-med track and aspires to be an Orthopedic Surgeon. He has received numerous awards and has been given the opportunity as an orator to speak amongst the community, City Commissioners, and other prominent groups. When he is not speaking, he is featured on podcasts and involved in church-related activities on and off campus. 

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It's a Valentine's Day Special! One of the most popular genres in novels and film is the Romance. But is the Romance more than just a simple love story? In the first entry of our new series on genres, Derrick and his wife define what constitutes a Romance story. Along the way, they discuss examples in fiction (including Romeo & Juliet & 500 Days of Summer), stories from their dating years, and how Romances speak to the love and acceptance we most long for in life. 

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Who is shaping your sense of reality? Derrick and Joseph team up to do our first in-depth film analysis of the 1998 masterpiece The Truman Show. We break down everything from the filmmaking, to the symbolism, to character motivations, and even biblical allusions, all in an attempt to see how this film speaks to us today as an eerie prophecy that's come to fruition. 

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Truman Burbank is the star of The Truman Show, a 24-hour-a-day reality TV show that broadcasts every aspect of his life without his knowledge. His entire life has been an unending soap opera for consumption by the rest of the world. And everyone he knows, including his wife and his best friend is really an actor, paid to be part of his life.

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Growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution, Jacob and his family fled to start a new life in America. Jacob shares his journey and discusses what it means to be Jewish, the rise of philosemitism and antisemitism, and the ways Jacob educates non-Jews about the Bible and Jewish life.

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You ever get tired of New Years' Resolutions? Is there something important you've been putting off that want to do this year? Maybe this year we can try a different approach: thinking of a new year as the next chapter in the story of our lives. Derrick kicks off 2023 with a reflection on the 'call to adventure', Jordan Peterson, and the patterns we live into. 

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from All Things Narrative! To close out the year, Derrick discusses the narratives behind our holiday traditions, deconstructing Santa Clause, what Jesus has to do with the Winter Solstice, and why The Christmas Carol is a masterclass in story. 

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In this extended conversation, Derrick and the guys reflect on some past episodes while also discussing everything from grief in stories, to different trends in cinema, and other great film series' such as Transformers, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the Planet of the Apes. We also look ahead to the new year and discuss some potential ideas for new episodes. 

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In our final installment of Narrative 101, Derrick discusses the trendy topic of deconstruction. Is it just post-modern nonsense? Or is it a helpful way of evaluating how narratives are shaping us and why we truly believe what we believe? Derrick shares his story of deconstructing his faith, and ultimately how to pair deconstruction with reconstruction. 

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It's time to jump back into our conversation about Derrick's favorite collection of films: Studio Ghibli, Japan's most influential animation studio. With their focus on strong female protagonist coming-of-age stories, along with themes of environmentalism and war, Studio Ghibli has earned a global reputation for creating beautiful works of animation for all ages that stand the test of time. Derrick's wife Tori joins the discussion to chronicle their journey of watching every Studio Ghibli film in order (and for the first time). We also share our perspectives as parents on what these films offer young people. Join us as we explore how this collection of diverse films became among our all-time favorites. 

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All Things Narrative cultivates personal development through storytelling. Become more purpose-driven by learning how to better understand and communicate your life story. Offerings include: The ‘Live A Meaningful Story’ Coaching Program, workshops for organizations, storytelling classes, the All Things Narrative Podcast, 1-on-1 Narrative Coaching, speaking engagements, and facilitating storytelling events. Led by award-winning Narrative Practitioner Derrick Hatch, we will be your guide towards telling and living a meaningful story. Learn more at allthingsnarrative.com and schedule a FREE consultation to see how we can support you!

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The time has come to discuss Derrick's favorite collection of films: Studio Ghibli, Japan's most influential animation studio. With their focus on strong female protagonist coming-of-age stories, along with themes of environmentalism and war, Studio Ghibli has earned a global reputation for creating beautiful works of animation for all ages that stand the test of time. Derrick's wife Tori joins the discussion to chronicle their journey of watching every Studio Ghibli film in order (and for the first time). We also share our perspectives as parents on what these films offer young people. Join us as we explore how this collection of diverse films became among our all-time favorites. 

• Our Introductions to Studio Ghibli (0:00)

Check out Derrick's ranking of Studio Ghibli Films

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All Things Narrative cultivates personal development through storytelling. Become more purpose-driven by learning how to better understand and communicate your life story. Offerings include: The ‘Live A Meaningful Story’ Coaching Program, workshops for organizations, storytelling classes, the All Things Narrative Podcast, 1-on-1 Narrative Coaching, speaking engagements, and facilitating storytelling events. Led by award-winning Narrative Practitioner Derrick Hatch, we will be your guide towards telling and living a meaningful story. Learn more at allthingsnarrative.com and schedule a FREE consultation to see how we can support you!

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