Speak Up #86: Talia Pollock

On episode #86 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Elysha Dicks and I talk storytelling!

In our follow up segment, we discuss listener comments and upcoming events. 

In our Homework for Life segment, I talk about how contrast can often serve as an effective engine for storytelling. 

Next we listen to a story by Talia Pollock.  

Amongst the many things we discuss include:

  1. Humor

  2. The raising of stakes throughout a story

  3. Allowing important moments to linger 

  4. Strategic characterizations of characters

  5. Bending stories to fit the needs of the speaker

Next we answer a question about the cost of living a certain kind of life.   

Lastly, we each offer a recommendation.

RECOMMEDATIONS

Elysha:

  • Cheer on Netflix

Matt:

  • Calling for help in grocery stores

LINKS