Still Inspired By: Recent Episodes
The Story Thus Far Network
Still Inspired By is a podcast about the things that drove us to create, why they matter, and what they still mean to us all these years later. Join Athena and Erin as they explore the things that inspired them to be who they are today.
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Full text of the announcement below. If you want to stay in touch with the Network and Athena, please check out the various methods below. Discord is the most frequently used, but all will be checked and reviewed constantly (because Athena is a bit of a notification addict, if we’re being honest).
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Announcement Text:
Hey everyone,
Athena here. If you couldn’t tell from the title, this is not the announcement I was hoping to make today. After her time away, Erin came to realize that she wasn’t enjoying podcasting anymore. It became a source of stress in her life, and ultimately she’s decided she wants to prioritize other projects she wants to work on.
And, before you ask, this has nothing to do with our relationship. She helped me proofread and edit this announcement, actually. She’s here in spirit, even if she’s not here in person.
So, with Erin stepping away, that leaves me and the network in a tough spot. Erin was our editor and music producer as well as a host, and while she’s offered to help keep editing, I’m not inclined to ask for her help unless I truly can’t figure it out on my own (though I expect to be asking her many questions about how to edit going forward)!
Even if none of that were true, it also means that our two shows really can’t continue as they were before. I’m not the kind of person who can do a podcast by myself, or at least not one in the vein of Trans Sister Radio or Still Inspired By. Those shows, to me, are truly shows that work best as conversational shows, and I’m not nearly clever enough to play both halves of a conversation.
So, here’s where I’m at. I love podcasting and producing content. I want to keep making things and putting them out for people to listen to and enjoy. However, I don’t know how to do that alone, or what that would even look like if I had another host.
In short, I don’t know how long it will be before you see another show from me or this network. I hope the answer is soon, but I don’t know when. But I can share some of the steps I need to go through to get to a new show, and maybe ask for some help as well.
To me, there are three big things that need to happen before the network starts making shows again. First, I need to figure out how to edit, even if it’s a rudimentary level. Second, I need to figure out what kind of shows I can produce. And third, I need to find a new co-host, or maybe multiple co-hosts, depending on the show.
That’s what needs to happen. How can you help?
Well, first and foremost, omg someone send me tutorials on how to edit. I’d love information if you have it to share!
The second thing is to let us know any ideas you might have about what kinds of shows or content you’d like to see. I’ve created a survey you can take, link in the description below, and tell me what you liked about TSR and Still Inspired By and what you’d like to see continue. Additionally, if you have ideas for shows the network could host (like say your own podcast that you just need a place to post) or anything else you want to see, please contact us via Twitter, Facebook, or email, all of which are linked below.
The final thing is… well, like I said, I need to find a co-host. This is going to be the hardest, especially because I’d ideally like it to be someone I can speak with in person and interview, which is made exceptionally hard by a certain global pandemic. I don’t know how long this will take, but I’m open to a host who doesn’t live near me (I mean, that’s how the network started after all). In short, I’m accepting applications for Trans Sister Radio’s open co-host spot. If you are passionate about podcasting and think you’d make a good host, I’d love to meet and chat with you. It doesn’t pay anything (yet, though god I would love that to change) and its absolutely a passion project, but I don’t know anyone who would be interested in hosting, so I’d love to meet some of you, if you are.
So, that’s where we are right now. I don’t know how long this will take, I don’t even know how to start, but this isn’t the end of our story. Just a bit of writer’s block along the way.
NOW that being said, I AM still around. If you want to stay in touch with me or the network, please find me on twitter at @athenathusfar and @storythusfar, and also catch up with us on discord in our Story Thus Far Network server. I’ll have links to all that in the description.
I want to end by saying thank you to Erin for being a part of this adventure and for getting me started, and for showing me that this was not only possible, but doable. If it weren’t for her help and support, none of this would exist, and I wouldn’t have a network on which to make an announcement. For many reasons, she means the world to me, and this is certainly one of them.
And finally above all, thank you, each of you, for supporting us, listening to us ramble, and giving us so much wonderful feedback. You have each impacted my life in a way I never thought would be possible. I can’t understate how positive of an influence you all have been on my life.
I hope to speak to you again soon. And I guess… for now, it’s time for me to say… end tran-
Oh! Wait. Almost forgot. I love all my trans siblings. Okay, now it’s time for me to end transmission.
Bye!
Welcome to the season finale of Still Inspired By Season 1, Episode 12: Death Note
In this episode, Athena and Erin dive deep about what they love about Death Note and why it’s the anime that kept them watching anime even to this day.
Thank you for listening to this season of Still Inspired By! Starting two weeks from now, we’ll be back with Trans Sister Radio Season Three, which you can find here: https://www.storythusfar.com/tsr
We’ll see you in three months with more Still Inspired By! Thanks for listening.
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 11: Horizon Zero Dawn
In this episode, Athena tells Erin about the characters and moments that stuck with her from Horizon Zero Dawn, and why she found Aloy’s story so inspiring.
Inspiration 1: A World Full of Mystery
Inspiration 2: Characters with Lots of Heart
Inspiration 3: A Woman I Admired
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 10: My Hero Academia
In this episode, Erin tells Athena about how she managed to love and deal with her own quirks thanks to inspiration from My Hero Academia
Getting the chance to be the real you.
All for one: Internal struggles edition.
Taking on your personal big bads.
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 9: Endings.
In this episode, Athena tells Erin about endings that meant a lot to her, and what it means for an ending to be satisfying.
Spoiler warning for all of the below.
Endings Discussed:
Infamous 2
Red Dead Redemption
Monk
YuGiOh!
Avengers; Endgame
Kingdom Hearts 3
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 8: Ken Ashcorp.
In this episode, Erin tells Athena about how she rediscovered her love for music after years of burn out thanks to a single artist.
Too much of a good thing
A discovery of an artist
A re-discovery of ones self
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 7: Monster Hunter.
In this episode, Athena tells Erin… no… wait… Erin tells Athena… no… hmm. Ah! Athena AND Erin tell YOU about how one video game series changed the course of their lives.
Athena’s love of Local Co-Op
Erin’s love of Online Gaming
Athena’s life-long quest to have those kinds of experiences again
Erin’s drive to optimize
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 6: Shirobako.
In this episode, In this episode, Erin tells Athena about how one anime set off a powder keg of inspiration and emotions that had been building for years.
Erin’s history with anime
The creative drive it sparked
The reality and grit it shows
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 5: Marvel Cinematic Universe.
In this episode, Athena tells Erin story of how she found a community of millions who loved the same things she did and turned her love of the niche into something more.
First Inspiration: Iron Man: Superheroes done right
Second Inspiration: Avengers: The Concept Worked
Third Inspiration: Captain Marvel and the Endgame: How to End an Era and Start a New One
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 4: Harry Potter.
In this episode, Erin tells Athena how she found herself, her strength, and her own creative playground.
My own Hogwarts Express
The Magic Systems
A pure concentrated sense of wonder
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 3: Maximum Ride.
In this episode, Athena tells Erin the story of six bird kids and how they turned Athena into a novelist.
Show notes:
First Inspiration: A Superhero Like Me
Second Inspiration: I could do better
Third Inspiration: My Inner Novelist
Still Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 2, Episode 2: Edgar Wright.
In this episode, Erin tells Athena a story of how she came to learn various aspects of comedy for her art, writing, and day to day life through the filmography of director Edgar Wright.
Show notes:
First Inspiration: Setting and subverting expectations
Second Inspiration: Comedy through writing, visuals, and audio
Third Inspiration: There and back again
Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)
Welcome to Still Inspired By, Season 1, Episode 1: Kingdom Hearts.
In this episode, Athena tells Erin the story of how she came to love gaming, storytelling, and niche communities, all through the lens of her love for the Kingdom Hearts franchise.
Show Notes:
First Inspiration: The Love of Gaming
Second Inspiration: The Love of Story-Telling
Third Inspiration: The Love of the Niche
Inspired By is a Story Thus Far Network Podcast. You can email us thoughts about the show, topic ideas, or anything else you want to discuss at staff@storythusfar.com. You can also find us on twitter (https://twitter.com/storythusfar) or on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/storythusfar/). If you’d like to connect with our community, you can find us on Reddit (https://www.reddit.com/r/storythusfar) or join our Discord server (https://discord.gg/ZMhJmgn)