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What is story? Why are we humans fascinated with them? What do they tell us about life and how we see and move through our world? In this intro we will discuss the elements of story and debate on the qualities that make a story mediocre v. great. And what the future has (if anything) in store of the evolution of its form. We will close with a preview of what we will hope to bring to each episode.

Anthony Pavelich

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    Chapter XIX - Rebirth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 27:23


    Tony's Tall Tales returns with a stream of consciousness episode. Your host Anthony Pavelich shares a few musings on games, books, and a new collectable card game that he stumbled into!For more information on Wonders of The First, visit wondersccg.com. Also check out Anthony's YouTube channel (Philaxeno) for video guides on this thrilling new game.Jeff Kitchen is a published author and the founder of script.kitchen and creator of the Scriptwriting Mastery program. His newest book, Hero's Dilemma: Drama at the Heart of Your Story is out now.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter XVIII - The Source and Solution

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 43:47


    Your host, Anthony Pavelich returns to the MCU! (For one film at least) Listen to the breakdown of his opinion on the narrative execution of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the elements he found appealing and enjoyable during this fantastic blockbuster. Then wrapping out with a discussion on the potential benefits you can glean from challenging your personal beliefs and viewpoints.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter XVII - World Building

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 45:31


    Construction of an entire imaginary world is daunting and thrilling. How do the great writers build such universes that transport us into experiences of terror, wonder, and excitement? Anthony Pavelich begins an attempt to wrap our mind and thoughts around world-building, how he approaches his stories, and his opinion on how to grant accessibility to a writer's fictional world.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter XVI - A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away…

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 33:12


    Enter, dear listeners, into a special episode as your host Anthony Pavelich shares some writings from a story constructed in a familiar universe. Two versions of the same story and how they were built, begin the formation of a hopefully much larger tale!Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter XV - Don't Believe Everything You Think

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 53:48


    Chapter XV - Don't Believe Everything You Think In this latest episode Anthony Pavelich continues reflecting on his writing journey through the lens of his personal struggles. He closes out on the concept of the phrase, “Don't Believe Everything You Think,” and how it has begun informing his creative works. Thank you dear listeners for entertaining the ramblings of a madmanTwitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter XIV - Mid-Year Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 43:02


    Half of 2022 has passed! Join Anthony Pavelich as he reflects on his writing journey at this mid-year along with the challenges and accomplishments he took away. He'll close out with some targets for the remainder of 2022, what further plans await beyond and at the end of the show, another special treat!Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter XIII - Screencraft 2022 Writers Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 42:31


    Screencraft is a writing community that provides support to writers through Talent Discovery Programs, Career Consulting, Events, and Educational Resources. One recent event concluded and in this episode Anthony shares his takeaways from the 2022 Writers Summit that featured award-winning guest speakers, Colin Trevorrow, Sofia Coppola, Adam Arkin, Spike Jonze, Michael Schur, Joby Harold, Derek Haas and many more. Screencraft - https://screencraft.org/Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter XII - Screening Room: No Time To Die (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 87:53


    Join your host Anthony Pavelich and special guest Triple C from the Ruminations Radio Network's very own Brevity Box as they dive into the latest James Bond film, No Time To Die. The gents breakdown the film and try to decipher the execution of this production from the foundation of its script and writing.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter XI - Discipline v Motivation Part Deux

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 37:58


    Join your host Anthony Pavelich as he revisits the qualities of discipline and motivation and what he has been ruminating on since the last episode. And at the end of the show, Anthony will read a small piece from his novel.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Episode X - Discipline v Motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 38:04


    Join your host Anthony Pavelich as he mulls on the qualities of discipline and motivation and if they can provide benefits to our projects and work. And at the end of the show, Anthony will read an original monologue he has written.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArt by Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter IX: The Work Is The Secret

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 31:52


    The shockingly actionable secret is to show up and do any amount we can no matter how small it appears. These “small” amounts build upon themselves in great fashion to results that inspire and move us. Be kind to yourself. Be gentle to yourself. And trust in the process of showing up and taking the opportunity to work.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor for Area 42 Studios and SoundArtwork Charles Langley for Area 42 Studios and Sound★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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    Chapter VIII - The Writer's Room: Matthew Van Hoesen

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 70:31


    We return to The Writer's Room for a wonderful chat with Emmy-Award winning Director, Matthew Van Hoesen. Matt is a talented film-maker with a lot of years working in entertainment industry and he shares his thoughts on storytelling. Moreover, he has been kind enough to indulge me in hearing and giving feedback to the logline for my first spec screenplay. You do not want to miss this special reveal!Matthew Van Hoesen Official Website - http://mattvanhoesen.com/#Screenwriting #Film #Television #Storytelling #JamesBondMatthew Van HoesenMatt Van Hoesen is an Emmy Award-winning writer, producer and director. He's produced original cartoons for TBS Network and Comedy Central, among others.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter VII - The Name Is Bond. James Bond.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 33:42


     In No Time To Die, Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology. No Time To Die opens in theaters on October 08, 2021. Show Notes: Your host, Anthony Pavelich gives an update on his current screenplay project and we dive into the final trailer release of the latest James Bond film, No Time To Die. Thoughts, impressions and wonderments abound on this final outing for Daniel Craig as Britain's most famous spy. The Official James Bond OO7 Website - https://www.007.com/#Screenwriting #Film #Television #Storytelling #JamesBondTwitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNhttps://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadioMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter VI - The Writer's Toolbox: Final Draft



    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 42:34


    Summary: In this episode we look at the software, Final Draft. It is a powerful application that many writers use for generating screenplays for film and television. Show Notes: Your host, Anthony Pavelich gives an update on his current screenplay project and we take a look at the tool he is using to construct it. Final Draft is used by 95% of film and television productions and is considered the industry standard for writing professionals. What are its benefits and features? And what is it like to work with? And obviously the most pressing question - Will it make me a better writer? Final Draft - www.FinalDraft.com#Screenwriting #Film #Television #Storytelling★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter V - The Writer's Room: Scot Carlisle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2021 87:55


    We are joined by special guest, Scot Carlisle and we discuss the joy and challenges of creating magic upon the blank page. In this new feature called The Writer's Room we are joined by a very special guest, Scot Carlisle. Join us as we wax philosophically on the written word, what drives us to create and the challenges we encounter as we gaze upon that stark blank page. What fears do we uncover that require further examination? And how will we overcome these obstacles in order to unleash our greater potential as a conduit to expressing our full authentic voice?Scot Carlisle is an actor, writer, and director. He received his BA in Theatre from James Madison University and his MFA from The School of Theater, Film and Television at UCLA. Scot has directed, written and produced numerous films and plays including thefilms Mitch, The Waiting, and Crimes along with the plays True West and An Actor's Nightmare. As an actor Scot has appeared in countless stage productions along with the videogames Uncharted 3 and most recently Marvel's Avengers. Scot also appeared alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Clint Eastwood's film J. Edgar.Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNMusic and Production by Mitch ProctorPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/RuminationsRadio★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Chapter IV - The Struggle is Real

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 47:51


    But what can lessons can we gleam from this last year in regard to "the pursuit of happiness?" Can we really have lasting success with an all-or-nothing mentality?Host Anthony Pavelich reflects on our current perspective of productivity and how we define success in any creative work we wish to pursue. Links to the resources mentioned in the episode:Oliver Burkeman - https://www.oliverburkeman.com/The Imperfectionist - https://www.oliverburkeman.com/so/1cNXgFCOa?languageTag=en&cid=3487a55f-05e5-4662-bda7-0396d5129249#/mainThe Path of Least Resistance by Robert Fritz - https://www.amazon.com/Robert-Fritz/e/B000AP8TRG/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1(edited)Twitter: @AnthonyPavelichInstagram: @AnthonyPavelichwww.RuminationsRadioNetwork.comwww.instagram.com/RuminationsRadioNetworkTwitter: RuminationsRadioNetwork@RuminationsNMusic and Production by Mitch Proctor★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    “Chapter III - Intention & Obstacle"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 47:45


    Writing a good story, no matter the form, requires that you have these two fundamentals in place. What is this story about? What do my characters want?

    Sean Connery and character

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 88:35


    Tony dives deep with Triple C from Brevity Box, and Mitch from Ruminations from the Red Room, as they pay tribute to Sir Sean Connery. The guys dig into what made this man a legend, and what those same things mean today.

    Episode Zero - Introducing Ruminations on Tony's Tall Tales

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 29:40


    We welcome back to Ruminations from the Red Room, Anthony. Long time friend of the podcast and a man with a plan. We chat with Tony about his love affair with words, and creation.

    Episode 001 Do You Love Stories?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 53:47


    Host Anthony talks about his journey in Hollywood, the origin of stories, and why we're drawn to different tales.

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