All Things Narrative

Have you ever struggled to let go of the past? If so, then the bittersweet romance in 'Past Lives' might resonate with you. As we analyze this film, we'll share how everything from the Beatles song "In My Life" to the concept of Re-Authoring can help us live more fully in the moment.  Introduction (0:00) Why We Chose 'Past Lives' (1:26) 'Past Lives' Analysis (3:14) Our Stories of Letting Go (24:34) Conclusion (34:18) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Sign-up for your FREE Discovery Call and get a game plan for better understanding and telling your story: allthingsnarrative.com Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

Whoever controls the narrative can shape reality to how they see fit. In our analysis of the newly released 'Dune Part Two', we confront the beauties and horrors of storytelling. You'll also learn how 'Dune' embodies a Narrative Therapy perspective on identity, confront the dark side of religion, and explore the various archetypes within Paul Atreides.  Introduction (0:00) 'Dune' & the Power of Storytelling (1:24) Identity in 'Dune': Fixed or Dynamic? (7:49) Archetypes in Paul Atreides (9:45) A Twisted Hero's Journey (21:38) Flesh vs. Spirit: The Shadow Side of Religion (25:25) 'Dune's' Powerful Ending (36:00) Conclusion (48:16) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Sign-up for our mailing list and receive our exclusive episode "5 Tips to Improve Your Storytelling" at: allthingsnarrative.com Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

Dreams are messages from the deep; but where will our dreams ultimately take us? In this episode, we begin our deep dive into all things 'Dune', including an analysis of the 2021 film. We explore this cautionary tale through the lenses of identity and destiny, incorporating insights from Jonathan Gottschall's book The Storytelling Animal.  Introduction (0:00) Why We Chose 'Dune' (1:33) 'Dune's' Context (4:26) Analyzing 'Dune' (13:18) The Storytelling Animal & 'Dune's' Relevancy (36:20) Conclusion (41:46) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Explore the story your life is telling through a FREE Discovery Call sign-up at: allthingsnarrative.com Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

In our first bonus episode, we share an outtake from our Star Wars conversation regarding Joseph Campbell's "Atonement with the Father" stage, and how it connects with both Return of the Jedi and Derrick's healing with his own father.  Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about us at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

How do we break free from autopilot? We wrestle with this question by exploring the temptation to outsource to technology, as seen in both  'Wall-E' and '2001 Space Odyssey'. And Jason shares his journey of breaking free through cultivating curiosity and wonder in his life.  Introduction (0:00) Defining a “Jason Movie”: Becoming an Active Protagonist (1:20) Autopilot in 'Wall-E' and '2001 Space Odyssey' (6:48) Cultivating Curiosity and Wonder in Jason's Story (10:50) Connecting Our Origin Stories (27:51) Conclusion (31:27) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our Storytelling for Speakers program at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

How is connection the key to human flourishing? The film Wall-E explores the relationships between humanity, technology, the earth, and what happens when things go awry. Jason leads us in a conversation about Wall-E that traverses dystopias, identity, and the Narrative Practice of Re-Membering, so we can find ways to connect that help us flourish.  Introduction (0:00) Why We Chose 'Wall-E' (1:30) A Dystopia that's Relevant for Today (8:43) How Wall-E Helps Us Find Meaningful Connections (13:04) Re-Membering in 'Wall-E' (21:23) Conclusion (28:07) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Sign-up for our mailing list and receive our exclusive episode "5 Tips to Improve Your Storytelling" at: allthingsnarrative.com Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

How do the fears and traumas we've experienced affect the way we live? Joseph shares his story, and how it mirrors many of the fears and traumas portrayed in the Avengers films. We also share some insights from neuroscience about traumatic narratives in the brain, and working with kids who have experienced trauma.   Introduction (0:00) Defining a "Joseph Movie": Confronting Trauma (1:31) Avengers Age of Ultron and Joseph's Story (5:13) Finding Our Worthiness (20:01) Neuro-Narrative Therapy and the Absent but Implicit (24:51) Gaining Clarity with an Unclouded Vision for Life (32:10) Conclusion (34:18) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our Live A Meaningful Story program at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

How does the struggle to control manifest in your life? In 'Avengers Age of Ultron', this desire to control is evident in Tony Stark, as the layers of his psyche unravel through the personas of Iron Man, Ultron, and Vision. Through this film, Joseph shows how Stark's journey can help us avoid falling into the trap of the God-complex.  Introduction (0:00) Why We Chose 'Avengers Age of Ultron' (1:41) Control and the God-Complex in 'Age of Ultron' (7:48) References to Frankenstein, Pinocchio, and the Bible (21:18) Addressing the God-Complex in Tony Stark through Ultron & Vision (26:58) Conclusion (32:58) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Sign-up for our mailing list and receive our exclusive episode "5 Tips to Improve Your Storytelling" at: allthingsnarrative.com Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

What do we do when we feel disconnected with our identity and relationships? In this episode, we share insights about how to reconnect with ourselves, nature, other people, and God. Along the way, Nick gets personal with his story, and how he sees it in relation to the film Stranger Than Paradise. We also explore the power of connection through Richard Rohr's contemplative insights and David Denborough's 'Team of Life' Narrative Practice.  Introduction (0:00) Defining a “Nick Film”: Human Connection (1:08) Nick's Origin Story and 'Stranger Than Paradise' (4:27) Reconnection through Contemplative Thinking (9:17) Identity: Acceptance and Transformation (18:58) The Team of Life in Narrative Therapy (32:47) Conclusion (36:21) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our open mic Storyteller's Sessions in South Florida at: allthingsnarrative.com and share your story.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

Have you ever felt stuck in life? In this conversation, Nick leads us through the Criterion classic Stranger Than Paradise, and its realistic portrayal of loneliness and longing. Throughout the discussion, we'll share ways to break out of the monotony of life through re-authoring, and embarking on new calls to adventure.  Introduction (0:00) Why We Chose 'Stranger Than Paradise' (1:37) Slice of Life in 'Stranger Than Paradise' (7:23) When Everything Looks the Same (10:54) Nick's Origin Story and Re-Authoring Our Lives (18:52) Conclusion (27:45) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our Live A Meaningful Story program at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

The search for meaning is an inevitable part of what it means to be human. It is through this search that we learn how to better navigate life day by day. And that's what we explore through the work of Viktor Frankl and the Narrative Therapy Practice of externalizing problems. We show how these and other elements help unravel the Star Wars narrative as it's revealed in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Throughout this discussion, Derrick also shares parts of his story, and why we all gravitate towards certain kinds of films. Introduction (0:00) Defining a “Derrick Film”: Meaning and the Human Experience (1:30) Revealing the Meaning of ‘Star Wars' (5:46) Externalizing Problems and Elemental Evil (18:33) Derrick's Search for Meaning (28:45) Viktor Frankl and Finding Meaning in the Present (30:36) Conclusion (38:38) Stay up to date with our movie club, and see which films we'll cover in the future. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our Live A Meaningful Story coaching program at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

Everyone has an origin story that illustrates who they are, where they come from, and why they're here. In our debut episode, we explore the origin story as a concept through Star Wars: A New Hope. Derrick then shares how this film (and George Lucas' journey of making it) inspired his passion for storytelling. Along the way, we discuss how to craft your own origin story using the Hero's Journey from Joseph Campbell, with additional insights about the Narrative Metaphor, and the origin story of how the four of us met.  Introduction (0:00) The Narrative Metaphor (1:30) Why We Chose 'Star Wars' (3:29) Mythic Storytelling and the Making of 'Star Wars' (6:45) Crafting Your Origin Story through the Hero's Journey and 'Star Wars' (13:27) Derrick's Origin Story (23:53) A New Hope in Derrick's Life (29:14) Conclusion (32:05) All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our Storytelling for Speakers program at: allthingsnarrative.com and get a FREE consultation.  Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

Welcome to the Live A Meaningful Story Podcast, where we learn how to navigate life, one film at a time.  We are four friends with different backgrounds who love watching movies and discussing what they mean to us. Each week, we analyze a film, wrestling with how its story, characters, settings, genres, and themes connect to the stories we find ourselves living. We then relate those films to principles found in Narrative Therapy, a field of study that explores how stories help us make sense of life.  Through this podcast, you will gain insight and appreciation for all kinds of stories, including your own. You will then be encouraged to reflect on your own life, and how to live with a greater sense of purpose.  Join us as we explore the relationship between the stories we love, and the stories we live. Hosted by Derrick Hatch, a Storytelling Coach, Narrative Practitioner, and speaker. Co-hosted by award-winning filmmaker and movie buff Nick Natale, teacher and stop-motion filmmaker Joseph Wilson, and life-skills educator Jason Lynn. All Things Narrative exists to guide you towards telling and living your story more meaningfully. Learn more about our ‘Live A Meaningful Story' coaching program and our variety of workshops at: allthingsnarrative.com If you're in the South Florida area, join us for our quarterly storytelling events Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Connect with Derrick on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy Check out Joseph's stop-motion films on YouTube @JoeLee Stark25 Produced by All Things Narrative LLC

How does each genre of story speak to our lives? In our season finale, we review all the genres we've covered this year and how they can help us see our stories in meaningful ways. Plus, Derrick gives some important announcements regarding the future of the podcast in 2024, including changes to the format and name! Introduction + New Changes Coming in 2024 (0:00) Romance (9:42) Action & Adventurous Journeys (11:15) Fantasy (12:46) Science Fiction (15:00) Crime & Mysterious Thrillers (16:45) Western (18:03) Horror (20:07) Slice of Life [Comedies & Dramas] (21:58) Intermission (23:48) Historical Narratives [Biopics, War] (25:55) Superhero (26:58) Metaphysical Journeys (28:16) Final Thoughts (29:48) 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Get more Film Recommendations for each genre @thenarrativeguy on Letterboxd

Companionship, grief, work, parenting, coming of age. Sometimes, we just need stories that remind us of what it means to be human. And for our final entry in our genre series, we focus on those kinds of Slice of Life stories. These films and shows fluctuate between the comedies and dramas of life, causing us to wrestle with what it all means. And for the first time, the guys are joined by Derrick's wife, Tori, making for a fitting finale of this series.  Introduction (0:00) Defining the Slice of Life Genre (2:07) Tori's Pick: Secondhand Lions (8:36) Nick's Pick: Inside Llewyn Davis (23:22) Joseph's Pick: Good Burger (46:12) Jason's Pick: King of the Hill (54:33) Derrick's Pick: The Wonder Years (1:06:21) Final Thoughts + Important Updates (1:28:05) Check out Derrick's list of Slice of Life films Check out Joseph's stop-motion films 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @thenarrativeguy

When two Jewish immigrants published a story in 1938 about a Superman, they birthed something that would take the 21st Century by storm: the superhero genre. And now 85 years later, many argue that the genre is running out of steam. We investigate how superheroes stay alive by blending with other genres, while wrestling with what this genre means for our lives, and whether or not it's time to move on to other kinds of stories. Join us for a celebration (and potential funeral) of a genre that's helped us all live a meaningful story.  Introduction (0:00) Defining the Superhero Genre (4:26) Romances & Superheroes [Spider-Man 2, The Amazing Spider-Man 2] (6:38) Metaphysical Journeys & Superheroes [Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Across the Spider-Verse] (14:57) Action & Superheroes [Captain America: Civil War, Kick Ass] (26:42) Fantasy & Superheroes [Batman Returns, Zack Snyder's Justice League] (31:31) Sci-Fi & Superheroes [Hancock, X-Men: Days of Future Past, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Superman] (43:13) War & Superheroes [X-Men: First Class, The Suicide Squad] (51:49) Crime & Superheroes [The Dark Knight, The Batman] (59:54) Westerns & Superheroes [Logan] (1:05:41) Horror & Superheroes [Chronicle] (1:12:23) Criticizing the Superhero Genre (1:16:38) Check out Derrick's list of Superhero films Check out Joseph's stop-motion films 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

When things aren't black or white, we live life in the gray. On this special episode, Derrick reunites with Luther Menard, his former co-host from the 'Life in the Gray' podcast. While listening to old clips from the show, they reflect on their journeys of deconstructing ideas about God, church, and culture in a public manner. This conversation also explores Luther's path towards Eastern Orthodoxy, Derrick's growing struggle with the 'Christian' label, and how to embrace the messiness of the stories we find ourselves in.  Introductions (0:00) Why We Started 'Life in the Gray' (5:01) Our Journeys with the Church (16:54) Addressing Topics in Culture (52:12) Our Panel on Race Relations (58:47) Revisiting our 2020 Predictions (1:13:32) Confronting the Messiness of Christianity (1:20:09) Reflecting on our "Am I Still a Christian?" Episode (1:29:27) Where We Are Today (1:49:09) Check out Luther's Youtube channel: @TheTransfiguredLife 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

Why are we so drawn to things that scare us? What are the ethical ramifications of creating and consuming horrific stories? In this Halloween special, we continue our genre series by diving into the evils and hells of Horror. We discuss stories about the monsters we face in life, and the dangers of the monsters we might become. Along the way, we wrestle with whether we should even give these stories the time of day, and what the implications of these stories are for Narrative Therapy. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Horror Genre [Classic Monster films, The Twilight Zone] (2:36) Jason's Pick: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (15:14) Nick's Pick: Texas Chain Saw Massacre (34:17) Joseph's Pick: The Fly (1:00:10) Derrick's Pick: Sweeney Todd (1:19:40) Final Thoughts (1:36:47) Check out Derrick's list of Horror films Check out Joseph's stop-motion films @djtmaw 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

How do works of philosophy, personal development, psychology, history, theology, and biographies improve our life stories? In this sequel to our Why We Love Fiction episode, we discuss the ways non-fiction both affirms and challenges our beliefs, with examples from works in the Great Books Cannon of Western Civilization. Derrick also shares recommended books about storytelling and Narrative Therapy.  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

How do we find our values in a lawless society? What is the narrative of what we call 'The West'? In this installment of our genre series, we explore the rugged terrains of the Western genre. For our discussion, each of us picks a Western film that helps us understand why this genre resonates with so many people, and what it has to say about how we grapple with what it means to be human.  Introduction (0:00) Defining the Westerm Genre [The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly] (3:26) Derrick's Pick: Once Upon a Time in the West (16:21) Nick's Pick: Dead Man (36:00) Jason's Pick: Tombstone (46:35) Joseph's Pick: Django Unchained (1:06:56) Final Thoughts (1:23:27) Check out Derrick's list of Western films Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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: carolinerena.com YouTube @carolinerena TikTok @carolinerena Linktree 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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. Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Want Derrick to analyze a film of your choice? Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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. Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Want Derrick to analyze a film of your choice? Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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) 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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. Connect with Thomas at: http://Tw3books.com @tw3books 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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 Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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 Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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: LinkedIn SpeakEasy Studio Basic Booth 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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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 Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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.  Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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 Connect with Proverb at: proverbnewsome.com  Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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. Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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 Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd @derrickhATN

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.  Support us through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  All Things Narrative cultivates personal development through storytelling. Become more purpose-driven by learning how to tell 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 serve you in your story! Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  Connect with Sterling on Instagram and Facebook @sterlingdvon  Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  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.  Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  Introduction (0:00) Defining the Romance Genre (6:12) Discussing Examples of the Romance (28:16) 500 Days of Summer (28:30) Romeo & Juliet, Stardust, Princess Bride (31:12) Warm Bodies, Twilight (39:22) Disney Princesses, Midnight in Paris, About Time, Ruby Sparks (45:01) 17 Again, My Big Fat Greek Wedding (55:29) The Big Sick, Shadowlands (59:15) Romances in Our Life Stories (1:04:05) Check out Derrick's list of Romance films Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers groups through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect meaningfully on your experiences, connect better with others, and live more intentionally. 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.  Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  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. Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Want Derrick to analyze a film of your choice? Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers groups through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect meaningfully on your experiences, connect better with others, and live more intentionally. 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.  Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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) Connect with Jacob Faturechi on his YouTube channel @faturechi Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers groups through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect meaningfully on your experiences, connect better with others, and live more intentionally. 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.  Like us on Facebook @allthingsnarrative Follow us on Instagram @allthingsnarrative Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers groups through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect meaningfully on your experiences, connect better with others, and live more intentionally. 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.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect on your experiences, better connect with others, and live more intentionally. Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our 'Live A Meaningful Story' coaching program.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  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) If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on your favorite Podcast platform. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect on your experiences, better connect with others, and live more intentionally. Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our 'Live A Meaningful Story' coaching program. Check out Joseph's stop-motion films Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Learn storytelling skills that can help you reflect on your experiences, better connect with others, and live more intentionally. Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our 'Live A Meaningful Story' coaching program. You can also reach Derrick personally at: derrick@allthingsnarrative.com.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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) Check out Derrick's ranking of Studio Ghibli Films If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on your favorite Podcast platform. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our coaching program. You can also reach Derrick personally at: derrick@allthingsnarrative.com.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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 If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on your favorite Podcast platform. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our coaching program. You can also reach Derrick personally at: derrick@allthingsnarrative.com.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our coaching program. You can also reach Derrick personally at: derrick@allthingsnarrative.com.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd  

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. If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for our coaching program. You can also reach Derrick personally at: derrick@allthingsnarrative.com.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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)   Check out Derrick's ranking of X-Men Films Check out Joseph's stop-motion films If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for 1-on-1 coaching.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd  

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.  All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for 1-on-1 coaching.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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 Connect with Jeanette @jeanetteandherstages Connect with Shea @sheagraves and @shades.of.shea If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on Apple Podcasts. All Things Narrative is a personal development company that empowers people through storytelling. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for 1-on-1 coaching.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd   Music Credit: LAKEY INSPIRED Track Name: "Blue Boi" "Watching the Clouds" ""New Day" Music By: LAKEY INSPIRED Official SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmy8wuTpC95lefU5d1dt2Q License for commercial use: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported "Share Alike" (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/legalcode Music promoted by: Chill Out Records @ https://goo.gl/fh3rEJ www.ChillOutMedia.com / www.LoFi-HipHop.com  

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) Check out Derrick's ranking of Harry Potter films If you've been enjoying this podcast, please consider rating and reviewing us on your favorite Podcast platform. Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for 1-on-1 coaching.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd

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.  Want to learn how to tell your story in ways that inspire you and others to live more meaningfully? Visit allthingsnarrative.com to book a personal development workshop for your group or get a FREE consultation for 1-on-1 coaching.  Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Read my Film Diary (including reviews and rankings) on Letterboxd