On episode #5, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk about finding excellent stories in your everyday life using Matthew's strategy "Homework for Life" and the importance of transformation in storytelling. 

Then we listen to Renata Sancken's story about her adventures in ghost hunting, followed by commentary and critique, including:

1. The authenticity of the storyteller

2. Telling a story in scenes

3. Extending the arc of the story

4. Controlling your audience's wonder

Elysha and Matt also answer a listener question about anecdotes and offer recommendations.  

LINKS

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

Speak Up storytelling: http://speakupstorytelling.com

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

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

XMindhttps://www.xmind.net

Tears in the Rain monologue (Blade Runner): www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWXd1wVijqw

RECOMMENDATIONS

Dear Brother: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2caT4q4Nbs

Back Pocket: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yG96RttfZtM