All Things Narrative: Recent Episodes
Derrick Hatch
Exploring the relationships between the stories we love and the stories we live. Hosted by award-winning teacher and Narrative Practitioner Derrick Hatch.
Have you ever told yourself a story, or held a belief, that limited what you could do? In this episode, transformational coach Caroline Rena helps us explore the relationships between narratives and our own beings. Our conversation takes us on a journey through Jungian archetypes, generational differences, and the super power of being an empath.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Defining 'Empath' and 'Highly-Sensitive' (4:20)
- Narrative Therapy and Our Minds and Bodies (8:43)
- How Different Generations Deal with Feelings (18:35)
- The Hero's Journey, Archetypes, and Our Psyches (29:29)
- Personal Development and Our Relationships (37:15)
- Transformational Coaching (46:09)
Caroline Rena is a Transformational Coach who helps people heal from trauma and uncover the truth of who they are. She is also a Writer, Poet, Singer/Songwriter and loves traveling. Her experiences in healing from Trauma/Complex PTSD, Military Sexual Trauma and Harassment, among other things, through the nervous system, has helped her to expand her ability to be a Master at Holding a Safe Space for others to heal. She uses what she has come to understand about how the body must be part of the healing process, not just the mind. Caroline also has the ability to meet people where they are, so they can make a positive impact on their lives by learning how to work with anxiety, depression, grief, or whatever may be coming up for them and keeping them stuck.Connect with Caroline at:
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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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Do you think it's getting harder to do good deeds in our modern society? Is the world getting worse, or has it always been this bad? In this second part to our previous episode, we continue our discussion on the Crime genre with an analysis of the Coen Brothers' thought-provoking film No Country For Old Men. We wrestle with this challenging commentary about the nature of arbitrary violence in our chaotic world.
Llewelyn Moss stumbles upon dead bodies, $2 million and a hoard of heroin in a Texas desert, but methodical killer Anton Chigurh comes looking for it, with local sheriff Ed Tom Bell hot on his trail. The roles of prey and predator blur as the violent pursuit of money and justice collide.
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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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How far would you go to protect your family? What happens when life gives a man an offer he can't refuse? Would he sell his on soul to attain it? Derrick is joined by Nick, Joseph, Jason, and professional screenwriter Kyle Arrington, to analyze one of cinema's finest achievements: The Godfather. We explore this family drama set within the Crime genre, and what it has to say about the nature of the American Way, and humanity itself.
Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional Italian-American Corleone crime family. When organized crime family patriarch, Vito Corleone barely survives an attempt on his life, his youngest son, Michael steps in to take care of the would-be killers, launching a campaign of bloody revenge.
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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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Why should you bother giving your precious time to reading long-form novels about things that never really happened? In this episode, we discuss how fiction contains Truth that can help you become a more empathetic person, better understand your cultural context, and ultimately wrestle with what it means to be human.
- Introduction (0:00)
- The Art of Reading (5:06)
- The Case for Fiction (with The Brothers Karamasov) (12:23)
- Reading List Recommendations (26:26)
- C.S. Lewis on Becoming More Literate (32:37)
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Have you ever thought less of yourself when comparing yourself with others? How do we find significance outside of what we do? Joining us today is dear friend, author, and founder of The Hood Library, Thomas Wilson III. Thomas discusses the release of his first book Who Wants To Be Famous? as a modern day parable written for today's youth. We examine the narratives and discourses around success, and how they affect the ways we see ourselves.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Inspirations for Writing a Book (2:58)
- Deconstructing Our Notions of Face and Success (20:50)
- Creating The Hood Library (44:17)
- Endorsements from Students (52:25)
Thomas Wilson III is an author, youth pastor, husband, father, and mentor. He released his debut book, Who wants to be famous in April, 2023. He lives in West Palm Beach, FL with his wife and 3 young boys. In his free time he loves to play basketball, board games, read and wrestle with his sons. His dream is to get young people from the hood reading by writing books that they can relate to.
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The Hood Library
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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How do we select and interpret the narratives we call History? What is our relationship with that History via storytelling? Derrick's wife Tori joins us for an informative discussion on the nature of history, and how that's reflected through various film genres including political epics, war, biopics, and even historical fiction.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining the Historical Genre & Political Epics [Lincoln, Mr. Smith Goes To Washington] (3:19)
- Historical Fiction [The Great Gatsby, Les Miserables, Sound of Music, There Will Be Blood, Inglorious Basterds] (19:17)
- War [Hacksaw Ridge, Grave of the Fireflies, To End All Wars, 1917] (36:56)
- Biopics [A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Walk the Line, Love & Mercy, Bohemian Rhapsody, Rocketman, Elvis, Amadeus, Superstar, Breathe, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, Tick Tick Boom] (50:20)
- How History Inspires Our Stories (1:12:13)
Check out Derrick's list of Historical 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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How do we find our place in an ever-changing world? In this entry of our genre series, the guys return to discuss Science Fiction. While these stories may warn us about the threats of technology and aliens, Sci-Fi at its heart is about exploring what it means to be human. Join us for a lively conversation as we prob our favorite Science Fiction narratives and how they inform our existence.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining the Sci-Fi Genre and Social Commentary [The Mitchells vs. The Machines, The Twilight Zone, Free Guy, Belle] (1:17)
- Sci-Fi with Other Genres [Jurassic Park, Dune, Blade Runner 2049] (19:56)
- Dystopias [Planet of the Apes, Hunger Games] (34:00)
- Aliens & Time Travel [Mars Attacks, Back to the Future] (47:05)
- Debating Nolan's Takes on Sci-Fi [Inception, Interstellar, Tenet] (55:23)
Check out Derrick's list of Sci-Fi 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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We love taking control of our lives! But what happens when life throws us curveballs? How do we continue to pursue what we love even when things happen outside of our control? Joining us is below fellow podcaster and entrepreneur Jeremy Norfus. As we discuss his story, we navigate the tension between pursuing what we want and doing what needs to be done.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Humble Beginnings (3:17)
- How Trials Shape Who We Become (17:08)
- Navigating the Entrepreneurial Life (30:19)
- Living Meaningfully as an Entrepreneur (43:48)
Jeremy Norfus, a native of Boynton Beach, FL, is a successful entrepreneur and active sports enthusiast. He currently manages Basic Booth and Speak Easy Studios, that both have the mission of providing opportunities to others. Jeremy credits his passion for sports serving as a foundation for his career thus far, as it opened doors to valuable connections and opportunities. Connect with Jeremy at:
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Why are we so drawn to Fantasy lands and larger-than-life characters? How can Fantasy stories help us better engage with our world? Derrick is joined by the return of Joseph, Jason, and Nick to take a deep dive into the Fantasy genre using JRR Tolkien as our guide. We also discuss our recent experiences at Mega Con Orlando.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining the Fantasy Genre [LOTR, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Studio Ghibli] (3:28)
- Fairy Tales [Disney, Shrek, Monty Python, Into the Woods] (27:13)
- Travel Tales [Narnia, Pirates of the Caribbean] (44:00)
- Fantasy with Other Genres [Stardust, Wizard of Oz, Roger Rabbit, Pan's Labyrinth, A Christmas Carol] (1:08:21)
- Reflections on Fantasy in Our Lives [LOTR, Edward Scissorhands, Bridge to Terabithia, Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio] (1:27:27)
Check out Derrick's list of Fantasy films
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How will your story be remembered? What will you leave behind for the next generation? Today, we discuss legacy, and how it allows us to take an active role in shaping our future. We explore legacy from all different angles, including letters from deceased loved ones, the book of Ecclesiastes, Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns, and the contrast between the young genius and the old sage.
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Why are we drawn to heart-bounding adventurous and perilous journeys? Proverb Newsome joins us to explore Action stories, and how they challenge us to face our conflicts courageously. We discuss some of our favorite Action films, including 2022's hit Top Gun Maverick, and how going to college relates to the Hero’s Journey.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining the Action Genre (6:53)
- Discussing Examples of Action Films (12:50)
- Seven Samurai (14:32)
- 21 Jump Street, Die Hard (16:21)
- G.I. Joe, Pirates of the Caribbean, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Lego Movie (19:21)
- James Bond, Top Gun (38:22)
- Action in Our Life Stories (58:05)
Check out Derrick's list of Action films
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Joining us this week is clinical social worker and family psychotherapist Keren Gonzalez. Along with Keren's story, we discuss various Narrative Therapy concepts (externalizing, re-authoring, absent but implicit, etc.) and how they connect with Keren's practice and passion as a mental health advocate.
Keren Gonzalez graduated from Florida Atlantic University with her Master’s in Social Work and has her LCSW. She completed her undergraduate studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University where she received her BS in psychology. She is trained in EMDR and is a Circle of Security facilitator. Currently, she works as therapist at The Center for Child Counseling, focusing on using Child-Parent Psychotherapy to address trauma in families and children ages 0-5. Keren believes that all of her experiences—both personal and professional—have driven her interest in pursuing justice for vulnerable populations. In her spare time, she enjoys biking, reading a good book, and playing with her dog Luna.
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You ever had an experience with a story that stirred something profound within you? Though most stories explore one's inner-life, there is an often neglected category of stories that specialize in the metaphysical. These journeys examine the philosophical, religious, and spiritual components that reshape our identity and make life meaningful. Jason and Nick return to the podcast to explore why these stories resonate with us so much, and what it's like for us to embark on our own metaphysical journeys.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining the Metaphysical Journey (5:08)
- Discussing Examples of Metaphysical Journeys (8:37)
- Prince of Egypt, Ben-Hur, Passion of the Christ, Silence (9:33)
- Book of Eli, 2001 Space Odyssey, Groundhog Day, Bruce Almighty (20:56)
- Pleasantville, The Truman Show, Stranger Than Fiction, Everything Everywhere All At Once (38:19)
- The Tree of Life, Life of Pi, Soul, Wall-E (1:00:00)
- Pinocchio, Frankenstein (1:18:04)
- Metaphysical Journeys in Our Life Stories (1:31:27)
Check out Derrick's list of Metaphysical Journeys
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What does it look like to have a healthy relationship with your past? This week, we dive into the phenomenon that is nostalgia, and why we cling to it in these uncertain times. We also explore the ways we engage with our memories, using examples from The Twilight Zone, Spider-Man, and My Chemical Romance.
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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.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Denise & Michael Hopkins (7:32)
- Sterling Shipp (55:03)
- Conclusion (1:20:24)
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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All Things Narrative offers a unique experience that blends personal development with storytelling. Led by Narrative Practitioner/Coach Derrick Hatch, we work with community groups, educational institutions, organizations, individuals, youth and college-aged programs. Whether you are looking to connect with people in more authentic ways, or wanting to be more intentional about your purpose, storytelling skills can help you. So if you want to create a space where people can tell stories in ways that strengthen them and inspire others, then visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our 'Live A Meaningful Story' coaching program.
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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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Derrick and Joseph team up to do our first in-depth film analysis of the 1998 masterpiece The Truman Show. Think you know this film well? 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.
- The Context (0:00)
- The Analysis (8:56)
- The Takeaways (1:22:21)
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.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Growing up in Iran (3:32)
- Escaping the Islamic Revolution (20:11)
- Cultivating Jewish Identity in America & Israel (33:37)
- Jacob's Calling and Judaism Today (44:20)
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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, and why the Christmas Carol is a masterclass in story.
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In this final episode of 2022, 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.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Reflecting on Batman, the Star Wars shows, and Marvel's Phase 4 [shows and films] (2:19)
- Film Genre Trends Over Time & Quentin Tarantino (43:43)
- Other Popular Film Series' [James Bond, DCEU, Jurassic Park, Transformers, Pirates, Hunger Games, Planet of the Apes] (1:01:12)
- Looking Ahead to 2023 (2:08:11)
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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.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Whisper of the Heart (3:05)
- Princess Mononoke (9:20)
- Spirited Away (23:11)
- Howl's Moving Castle (32:41)
- Ponyo (39:43)
- The Wind Rises (45:31)
- Our Rankings & Thoughts of ALL Studio Ghibli Films (53:44)
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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)
- Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind [and the origins of Studio Ghibli] (7:34)
- Castle in the Sky (18:07)
- My Neighbor Totoro (27:27)
- Kiki's Delivery Service (38:09)
- Porco Rosso (46:57)
Check out Derrick's ranking of Studio Ghibli Films
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In this Narrative 101, we explore the many creative ways you can tell your life story through documents such as letters, journals, scrapbooks, videos, and more. Along the way, Derrick shares how documenting our story can help us better remember it, and why The Color Purple is a form of therapy.
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We're back with another exciting panel featuring some of my fellow colleagues in the field of Narrative Practices. This all-star line-up includes Narrative Therapist Emily Bostrom, Narrative Social Worker Sarah Houston, and writer and Narrative Practitioner Andrea Wilson. Together, we discuss the power of language in our lives, and how to give that power back to the people we work with.
Emily Bostrom loves people and their stories. She lives in western Canada surrounded by forest, rivers and lakes. Her website is www.innergravity.ca
Sarah Houston lives with her partner and two sons in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The traditional custodians of this beautiful land were the nations that make up the Blackfoot Confederacy. She is a registered Social Worker and current student in the Masters of Narrative Therapy and Community Work program. She is interested in opportunities to make space for voices with lived experience and the power of collective documents.
In summer 2022, Andrea Wilson was the narrative therapist in residence for TendHer, a program of mental resilience for 1000+ women across Iowa. She recently taught an Iowa Writers' House workshop on Narrative therapy and memoir writing with famed memoirist, Hope Edelman.
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This one's for all the outcasts, the misfits, to anyone who doesn't quite fit in, because today we're talking about the Uncanny X-Men! We dive into the complicated history of Marvel's mutants, while discussing our favorite moments in the comics, shows, and films along the way
- Introductions (0:00)
- Our Personal Introductions to X-Men (3:02)
- A 'Brief' History of X-Men and its Mythos (9:12)
- Our Dream X-Men Teams (49:10)
- Our Favorite X-Men Films & Shows (58:16)
- Dave's Pick (59:36)
- Derrick's Pick (1:10:50)
- Joseph's Pick (1:25:39)
- Jason's Pick (1:33:54)
- Ranking the X-Men Films (1:47:02)
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What does it mean to be the protagonist of your own life? What does addiction recovery and The Wizard of Oz have to do with re-authoring your life? In this edition of Narrative 101, we discuss how a focus on unique outcomes, the absent but implicit, and intentional states can help us live our preferred story.
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Today I am proud to present to you our first collective document, a compilation that honors the voices of members within our Common Ground creative community in West Palm Beach, Florida. These fine people share how they found their inspirations in poetry, filmmaking, meditation, and community building.
- Introductions with Jeanette (0:00)
- Orator [Speaking, Poetry, Singing] with Shea (9:28)
- Filmmaking with Wilandy (16:33)
- Meditation with Eve (23:45)
- Hosting & Spoken Word Poetry with Jeanette (31:39)
- Witnessing Conversation: A Follow-Up (41:56)
Learn more about Jeanette's events and our upcoming Storyteller's night
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Connect with Shea @sheagraves and @shades.of.shea
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Class is in session as the All Things Narrative Podcast arrives at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Joining Derrick is his wife Tori and Harry Potter expert Braeden Storkersen. We discuss the themes and best moments from the 7 books and 8 films that defined a generation.
- Introductions (0:00)
- A 'Brief' History of Harry Potter (6:01)
- Our Personal Introductions to Harry Potter (12:51)
- The Sorcerer's Stone (21:47)
- The Chamber of Secrets (31:07)
- The Prisoner of Azkaban (40:01)
- The Goblet of Fire (48:28)
- The Order of the Phoenix (55:35)
- The Half-Blood Prince (1:06:54)
- The Deathly Hallows (1:13:47)
- Ranking Harry Potter Books/Films (1:30:45)
- How Harry Potter Inspires Us (1:37:43)
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It's tempting to make it all about us! But how do we use our influence to lift others up and empower them? In this Narrative 101, we explore the Narrative Principle of being 'de-centered, yet influential' as a pathway towards being a helpful guide in someone's life.
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Let me introduce you to dedicated teacher, spoken-word artist, and successful entrepreneur Sheim Francis. Sheim shares his story of belonging, obedience, and resilience. Along the way, we discuss the struggles and joys that come with being an entrepreneur as Sheim shares the journey of starting his own company, IV His Glory.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Finding a Voice through Poetry and Teaching (4:42)
- Developing IV His Glory Clothing Co. (22:33)
- What Keeps Sheim Going (49:03)
Learn more about IV His Glory Clothing
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Check out Derrick's Episode on Sheim's Podcast IV The Record
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We continue our celebration of Spider-Man's 60th Anniversary with an in-depth discussion about Spider-Man's villains, love interests, supporting characters, various depictions in film, TV, and comics, and how Spider-Man inspires us to live a meaningful story.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Our Pitches for a Spider-Man 4 (3:59)
- Into the Spider-Verse (10:52)
- Our Favorite Villains (18:29)
- Peter's "True" Love and Supporting Cast (34:43)
- Other Favorite Spider-Man Moments (1:03:15)
- How Spider-Man Inspires Us (1:13:31)
Check out Derrick's ranking of Spider-Man films
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It's the 60th Anniversary of everyone's favorite web-slinger! And to celebrate, we are doing an in-depth 2-part episode where we discuss the mythos, philosophy, and themes of Peter Parker and everyone's friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. Join us as we converse about the various films, shows, games, and comics that have made Spider-Man one of the greatest pop culture icons of the last hundred years.
- Introductions (0:00)
- A 'Brief' History of Spider-Man (3:13)
- Our Personal Introductions to Spider-Man (8:11)
- Symbolism in Spider-Man (13:08)
- The Duality of Peter Parker and Spider-Man (19:20)
- Spider-Man as a Coming of Age Story (37:42)
- The Essential Qualities of Peter Parker/Spider-Man (46:47)
- Comparing Live-Action Spider-Man Films (1:02:33)
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In this month's Narrative 101, we share how the tools of Witnessing (also called Outsider Witnessing) in Narrative Practices can make you a better listener with your clients, students, and loved ones. Derrick also shares his personal journey towards becoming a better listener. Plus, we feature a cameo from Narrative Therapist and previous podcast guest Jill Freedman!
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What if you could inspire kids in need through kindness and cosplay? Joining us today is Jeff Ritter, the founder of Jeffro's Heroes For Humanity. We discuss Jeff's journey in starting his company, what it means to embody a superhero (and why they matter), and how you can become a hero to those around you.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Jeff's Journey Towards Starting Jeffro's Heroes For Humanity (3:43)
- The Power of Superheroes in Our Culture (24:46)
- How to Inspire Through Kindness (37:43)
Jeffro's Heroes ia a 501c3 Non-Profit organization that uses the power and positivity of superheroes to bring hope and smiles to sick and needy children and raise funds for their parents in their time of need. Jeffro’s Heroes for Humanity is a division of Jeffro’s Heroes that collects donations of Household items that they resell to raise funds. They accept furniture that they sell and they also furnish homes for vets. Their store can be found at:
6758 N. Military Trail Suite 101 West Palm Beach, Florida
Learn more about Jeffro's Heroes For Humanity and connect with Jeff here
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Welcome to the lands of Middle Earth & Narnia! This week, fellow story enthusiast Ryan Mating joins Derrick to explore two of the greatest fantasy franchises of all time. We compare and contrast Tolkien's and Lewis' approaches to storytelling, dive deep into the mythology of Middle Earth & Narnia, and share our favorite moments from these fantasy epics that help us live a meaningful story.
- Introductions (0:00)
- A "Brief" Bio of J.R.R. Tolkien & C.S. Lewis (3:31)
- Our Personal Introductions to LOTR & Narnia (13:36)
- The Mythos of Middle Earth (18:40)
- The Mythos of Narnia (41:53)
- Our Favorite LOTR & Narnia Moments (1:04:12)
- How Fantasy Inspires Us to Live a Meaningful Story (1:12:13)
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What story does your life tell? In our fifth Narrative 101, we begin tying everything together as we discuss how to tell our stories in ways that make us stronger through definitional ceremonies, resulting in more personal agency in our lives.
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Today I am honored to share my conversation with world-renowned Narrative Practitioner, teacher, and writer David Denborough. We discuss David's experience working in prisons, contributing to social actions, deconstructing masculinity, and his use of songs and folk culture to honor people's stories.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Developing a Passion for Narrative Practices (5:55)
- Rewriting Storylines of Identity in Prisons (11:56)
- Collective Narrative Practices & Folk Culture (26:50)
- "A Song of Survival" + Working at the Dulwich Centre (45:50)
- What Keeps David Going (53:30)
David Denborough works as a community worker, teacher and writer/editor for Dulwich Centre. He is particularly interested in cross-cultural partnerships which limit the chances of psychological colonization and create possibilities for cross-cultural inventions, such as the Team of Life Narrative Approach and Tree of Life (with Ncazelo Ncube-Mlilo). These collective narrative methodologies seek to assist people to address the effects of traumatic experiences without having to speak directly about them. David is also vitally interested in how collective narrative practices can spark and/or sustain social movementand in projects that respond to racism and seek to strengthen social cohesion/inclusion. Recent teaching/community assignments have included Brazil, Palestine, Singapore, Austria, Brazil, Hong Kong, Kurdistan (Iraq), India, Canada, Sri Lanka, Argentina, Chile, South Africa and a number of Aboriginal Australian communities. David is also a coordinator of the Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work with the University of Melbourne where he is also involved in supporting/supervising graduate researchers. His songs in response to current social issues have received airplay throughout Australia and Canada. His books/publications include: Retelling the Stories of Our Lives Everyday Narrative Therapy to Draw Inspiration and Transform Experience and Collective Narrative Practice: Responding to Individuals, Groups and Communities Who Have Experienced Trauma. To learn more about David and his work, please visit The Dulwich Centre website.
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It's time to wish upon a star as we discuss the most influential animation studios of all time: Disney & Pixar. We discuss the role of fairy tales in culture, how these stories shape our fantasies at a young age, and our differing perspectives on a variety of Disney & Pixar films.
- Introductions (0:00)
- A "Brief" History of Disney & Pixar (1:33)
- Fairy Tale Storytelling (14:58)
- Our Favorite Disney & Pixar Films (29:27)
- Films We Are Mixed About (1:02:46)
- Overrated & Underrated? (1:14:51)
- Our Disney & Pixar Rankings (1:35:37)
- How Disney & Pixar Help Us Live a Meaningful Story (1:42:31)
Check out Derrick's ranking of Disney & Pixar films
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Narrative Practices is all about helping people live their preferred stories more intentionally. So like a writer telling their story, how can we use the elements of story (plot, character, setting, theme) to live more intentionally the kinds of lives that are meaningful to us? We explore all this and more on this month's edition of Narrative 101.
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Welcome to our first panel featuring Narrative Practitioners from Australia, Canada, and America. We discuss a variety of topics, including our use of language with those we work with, the discourses within 'Tick, Tick, BOOM', and the importance of being de-centered, yet influential in our work.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Discourses in Stories (4:31)
- Publishing Preferred Stories with Kate (12:16)
- Silence in Narrative Practices with Toby (27:40)
- Kintsugi & Narrative Practices with Kristin (46:54)
Kate’s belief that everyone has a story to tell drives every creative program and workshop that she develops and is the driving force behind the foundation of the Book Incubator. Known for her empathy and compassion mixed with a rather wicked sense of humour, Kate has the ability to quickly create bonds and build safe places for people to share their stories. She has created a series of award winning Narrative Therapy initiatives that support her belief in the importance of written, visual and oral storytelling. Kate is a sought after speaker in the corporate sector, in communities and at creative forums.
Tobias Rader lives with his partner, his two children and dog in Port Alberni, BC Canada. He is a Social Worker and Narrative Therapist, working for the Province of BC and in private practice. He has a deep interest in the use of silence in Narrative practice and is most curious in finding rich narratives that are unspoken.
Kristin Pedemonti, Master’s Narrative Therapy & Community Work is a Narrative Practitioner specializing in piecing together preferred stories with survivors of abuse, addictions, and assault. She has worked with persons with lived experiences of: childhood trauma, domestic violence, trafficking and war. Recipient of National Storytelling Network’s International StoryBridge Award she has presented and performed on 5 continents in 20 countries, her favorite Iran. She is also a Storytelling Consultant at the World Bank. Kristin is the author of three books, most recently A Bridge of Stories which chronicles her journey creating and facilitating a decolonized seven year volunteer literacy project in Belize.
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What do we make of our dreams? This Transparent Tuesday, I share a few of the dreams that shaped the direction of my personal narrative, and the whispers of the Transcendent along the way. I also give some updates on the collective document, and this podcast as a whole.
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In part 2 of “Why We Love Marvel”, we discuss the characters and themes of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, share our rankings, and explore how Marvel superheroes can help us live a meaningful story.
- Recap + The Marvel Cinematic Universe (0:00)
- Iron Man (5:47)
- The Avengers Films (17:19)
- The Daredevil TV Series (42:25)
- Doctor Strange (59:16)
- Ranking the Infinity Saga Films (1:08:11)
- How Marvel Inspires Us to Live a Meaningful Story (1:19:15)
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It's time to begin our deep-dive into the world that is Marvel. In part 1, we discuss the history of Marvel, the superhero mythos, the art of comic book storytelling, and our own personal journeys with Marvel. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss part 2 next week!
- Introductions (0:00)
- Our Personal Introductions to Marvel (2:20)
- A 'Brief' History of Marvel (8:06)
- The Superhero Mythos & the Art of Comic Book Storytelling (18:25)
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For this Narrative 101, we begin exploring the vast topic that is personal identity. We discuss the differences between group and individual identity, nature vs. nurture, the Narrative Practices approach to identity, and how the ideas, relationships, and stories that surround us influence who we become.
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On this week's episode, I interview Award-Winning Storyteller and fellow Narrative Practitioner Kristin Pedemonti, and how her willingness to say "yes" to life led her to working on 5 different continents. We discuss Kristin's passion for Narrative Practices and storytelling, what it was like auditioning for TED, her de-colonizing work in other countries, infiltrating the world bank, the Japanese art of Kintsugi, and how she broke up a fight on the New York subway.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Becoming a TED Speaker (6:23)
- Developing a Passion for Stories Through Childhood Challenges (15:10)
- De-Colonizing Literacy Initiatives & the World Bank (30:36)
- Saying "Yes" to Life (54:41)
- Narrative Practices & Kintsugi (1:05:17)
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Kristin’s Narrative journey is layered and includes decades of projects on 5 continents through Listening, Storytelling, Creative Writing, Interviewing locals about their own initiatives to address challenges in their communities and sharing those stories on various platforms. She’s been called: a ‘rebel with a cause.’ She recently completed a master’s degree in Narrative Therapy and Community work. As a Narrative Practitioner, Kristin especially enjoys piecing together preferred stories often through her innovation project melding the metaphors and physical practice of the Japanese art of Kintsugi with Narrative Practices to deconstruct ideas around forever broken or damaged beyond repair. For twenty years, Kristin has also been a Professional Storyteller and is a Recipient of the National Storytelling Network’s International StoryBridge Award for her work connecting across cultures. She has presented and performed on 5 continents in 20 countries, her favorite Iran. In 2015, after a 7 year intention, Kristin infiltrated the World Bank where she is a Storytelling Consultant. She assists staff to tell the human stories within their data and more deeply honor the people they serve. Kristin is also the published author of three books including A Bridge of Stories which chronicles her decolonizing volunteer literacy project in Belize. Kristin is hoping to embark on another cross country tour taking her Kintsugi Narrative program across the US And Canada: piecing together preferred stories.
You can learn more about her work at www.steeryourstory.com or www.KristinPedemonti.com She also admits, she really needs to update her sites and will finally do so later this month. She pre-emptively thanks you for your patience!
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What do you do when you're stuck in a rut? When I graduated from college, I thought that everything would fall into place. Of course it didn't quite work out like that. I needed to make tough choices, including where I was going to work and live. It was time to leave the comforts of home and venture into the unknown. This Transparent Tuesday is all about the friend that convinced me to go, the friend that got me there, the friend that took me in once I arrived, and the woman who made the adventure worthwhile.
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We get dicey with hot-takes all around as we discuss the beloved Star Wars franchise. Focusing exclusively on the films (particularly the Skywalker Saga), we explore Star Wars as a myth that embodies the Hero's Journey, how Anakin is the product of his environment, whether it's appropriate to deconstruct your heroes, and how Star Wars inspires us to live a meaningful story.
- Introductions (0:00)
- Our Personal Introductions to Star Wars (5:05)
- A Brief History of Star Wars (9:45)
- The Mythology of Star Wars (17:06)
- The Original Trilogy (21:31)
- The Prequel Trilogy (34:31)
- The Sequel Trilogy (54:01)
- Ranking Star Wars Films (1:21:24)
- How Star Wars Inspires You (1:30:26)
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For this Narrative 101, we discuss externalizing problems, how problems are rooted in contexts, what it means to take responsibility for the problems we face, internal vs. intentional states, and the dangers of identifying someone by a single story.
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On this week's episode, I interview Hollywood Screenwriter Kyle Arrington, and how a combination of timing, location, luck, and perseverance landed him writing roles on hit TV shows such as The Originals, House M.D., and Conan. We discuss how we find inspiration from the stories around us, sharing your passion project with others, what it's like being in a writers room, Derrick's pitch for a Silver Surfer film, and how we learn from both our successes and our failures.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Developing a Passion for Storytelling (3:33)
- Pursuing a Career in Screenwriting and Making an Award-Winning Film (20:54)
- Breaking into Hollywood (32:59)
- Writing The Originals (42:45)
- Kyle's Upcoming Project (50:18)
- What Keeps Kyle Going (53:18)
- A Writer's Perspective on Living a Meaningful Story (55:30)
"Kyle Arrington is a TV & Feature writer, having written and produced two features -- Dead Dad and Recovery -- and numerous episodes of CW's "The Originals" over its 5-season run. In addition, he worked on House, M.D., The Big C, Conan, was the Showrunner for Snapchat's "Save Me", and is currently developing projects for multiple studios and production companies, including a Supernatural Vietnam War series for Sony along with producing partners Franklin Leonard/The Blacklist and Vertigo Entertainment. In addition to his writing, Kyle teaches TV Writing at the Florida State University Film School's MFA Screenwriting program and the University of Delaware, and is also a Program Director for Film Festivals. But most of all, Kyle enjoys going on adventures with his wife and son."
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Welcome to our first Transparent Tuesday. Have you ever wanted to change the narrative you find yourself living in? In this episode, I share a story about how music (specifically Angels & Airwaves) empowered me to live differently at a time in my life (high school) when I felt depressed and stuck.
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Welcome to "Why We Love ..." where we take a franchise in pop culture and explore why it's stayed relevant. For this first edition, we dive into the World's Greatest Detective, the Caped Crusader himself, to investigate why his stories have captivated us for over 80 years. We discuss how trauma affects our narrative, Batman's 'No Kill' rule, whether or not the Joker should have a backstory, and the ultimate quest of becoming a better human being.
- Introductions (0:00)
- A Brief History of Batman (2:30)
- Our Personal Introductions to Batman (7:39)
- The Psychology of Batman and his Villains (11:42)
- Reviewing The Batman [SPOILER ALERT] (46:13)
- Ranking Batman Films (1:02:01)
- What Batman Means to You (1:13:30)
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Welcome to Narrative 101, the second Tuesday of the month where we discuss the elements that the stories we love and the stories we live share. We begin with the foundation, the Narrative Metaphor itself, which suggests that we tell stories to make sense of life.
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Welcome! We're kicking off this podcast by telling the story of Narrative Therapy in America through the eyes of one of its leading therapists, Jill Freedman. Jill shares how Narrative Therapy impacted her work and her understandings of identity.
- Introduction (0:00)
- Defining Narrative Therapy (1:21)
- Narrative Therapy’s Journey to America (10:06)
- The Uniqueness of Narrative Therapy (21:16)
- How Jill’s Therapeutic Practice Changed (24:04)
- The Future of Narrative Therapy (36:23)
- What Keeps Jill Going (39:26)
Jill Freedman is the Co-Director of Evanston Family Therapy Center, as well as a founding member of the Chicago Center for Family Health, an independent affiliate of the University of Chicago. Internationally recognized for her advances in narrative theory and training, she received the 2009 Award for Innovative Contribution to Family Therapy from the American Family Therapy Academy (AFTA). She has co-authored more than 30 journal articles and book chapters and 3 books -- Symbol, story, and ceremony: Using metaphor in individual and family therapy, Narrative therapy: The social construction of preferred realities, and Narrative therapy with couples. Jill is on the international faculty of the Dulwich Centre and teaches in the low-residency Master's program in narrative therapy and community work offered by Dulwich Centre and the University of Melbourne. To learn more about Jill, visit her website: https://www.narrativetherapychicago.com
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Welcome to the All Things Narrative podcast, where we explore the relationships between the stories we love and the stories we live.
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