Podcasts about Worldbuilding

Ultima and World-Building in the Computer Role-Playing Game (Amherst College Press, 2024) is the first scholarly book to focus exclusively on the long-running Ultima series of computer role-playing games (RPG) and to assess its lasting impact on the RPG genre and video game industry. Through archival and popular media sources, examinations of fan communities, and the game itself, this book historicizes the games and their authors. By attending to the salient moments and sites of game creation throughout the series' storied past, authors Carly A. Kocurek and Matthew Thomas Payne detail the creative choices and structural forces that brought Ultima's celebrated brand of role-playing to fruition. This book first considers the contributions of series founder and lead designer, Richard Garriott, examining how his fame and notoriety as a pioneering computer game auteur shaped Ultima's reception and paved the way for the evolution of the series. Next, the authors retrace the steps that Garriott took in fusing analog, tabletop role-playing with his self-taught lessons in computer programming. Close textual analyses of Ultima I outline how its gameplay elements offered a foundational framework for subsequent innovations in design and storytelling. Moving beyond the game itself, the authors assess how marketing materials and physical collectibles amplified its immersive hold and how the series' legions of fans have preserved the series. Game designers, long-time gamers, and fans will enjoy digging into the games' production history and mechanics while media studies and game scholars will find Ultima and World-Building in the Computer Role-Playing Game a useful extension of inquiry into authorship, media history, and the role of fantasy in computer game design. Carly A. Kocurek is professor of digital humanities and media studies at the Illinois Institute of Technology. She is the author of Coin-Operated Americans: Rebooting Boyhood at the Video Game Arcade (Minnesota, 2015) and Brenda Laurel: Pioneering Games for Girls (Bloomsbury, 2017).Matthew Thomas Payne is associate professor of ?lm, television, and theatre at the University of Notre Dame. He is the author of Playing War: Military Video Games after 9/11 (NYU Press, 2016), and is a co-editor of How to Play Video Games (NYU Press, 2019) and Joystick Soldiers: The Politics of Play in Military Video Games (Routledge, 2009). Rudolf Thomas Inderst (*1978) enjoys video games since 1985. He received a master's degree in political science, American cultural studies as well as contemporary and recent history from Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich and holds two PhDs in game studies (LMU & University of Passau). Currently, he's teaching as a professor for game design and game studies at the University of Applied Sciences Neu-Ulm, has submitted his third dissertation at the University of Vechta, holds the position as lead editor at the online journal Titel kulturmagazin for the game section, hosts the German local radio show Replay Value and is editor of the weekly game research newsletter DiGRA D-A-CH Game Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Der alte Affe hat's noch drauf! Dome und René haben die neueste Nintendo Direct geschaut und sprechen über ihre Eindrücke zu Donkey Kong Bananza!Im Anschluss werfen die Jungs einen Blick auf die Historie der Donkey Kong Games. Wie hat das Affentheater damals angefangen und welches ist eigentlich das beste Donkey Kong Game?Zum Schluss gibt es noch den News-Flash mit dem Release des neuen Koop-Shooters FBC Firebreak von Remedy sowie der Verschiebung von Bungies Extraction-Shooter Marathon.Viel Spaß beim Hören!Pixelburg Savegame auf Instagram, Threads,  YouTube und TikTokDominik Ollmann auf Instagram und ThreadsRené Deutschmann auf Instagram und Threads (00:00) - In dieser Folge... (02:48) - Erfahrungen mit der Nintendo Switch 2 (05:49) - Probleme mit dem Dock und LAN-Port der Switch 2 (08:48) - Neuer Fernseher und Gaming-Erlebnisse (11:48) - Nintendo Direct und Donkey Kong Bonanza (23:55) - Die Ursprünge von Pauline und Donkey Kong (27:48) - Erster Eindruck von Donkey Kong Bonanza (29:51) - Gameplay-Mechaniken und Zerstörungselemente (33:49) - Neue Fähigkeiten und Transformationen (37:45) - Musik und ihre Rolle im Spiel (41:50) - Die Story und die Antagonisten (44:51) - Skilltree und Gameplay-Elemente (47:16) - Die Faszination von 3D-Jump'n'Runs (48:50) - Nintendo und das Worldbuilding (51:28) - Die Evolution von Donkey Kong (54:32) - Das Nintendo Connected Universe (58:27) - Die Geschichte der Donkey Kong-Spiele (01:10:31) - Die Evolution von Donkey Kong (01:13:57) - Die Fortsetzungen und ihre Innovationen (01:19:00) - Donkey Kong 64 und seine Besonderheiten (01:23:49) - Die Ära des Gamecube und neue Spielmechaniken (01:30:29) - Die Wii-Ära und die Abkehr vom klassischen Jump'n'Run (01:32:48) - Die Evolution von Donkey Kong (01:35:49) - Neues aus der Donkey Kong Welt (01:37:48) - FBC Firebreak: Ein neuer Ansatz für Remedy (01:49:52) - Marathon: Verschiebung und Erwartungen (01:55:43) - Abschluss und Ausblick auf kommende Spiele

For our second feed drop of the summer off-season, we'd love to share an episode of Jorge Valenzuela's Lifelong Learning Defined podcast. This episode is called "From Compton to the World: Building STEM Futures Through Project-Based Learning with Jose González" You can find the Lifelong Learning Defined Podcast here (https://www.lifelonglearningdefined.com/podcast-1)

Send us a textSummaryIn this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews YA fantasy author Catherine Briggs, who discusses her journey as a writer, the inspiration behind her books, and the themes explored in her duology, The Eternity Gate and The Immortal Abyss. Catherine shares insights on world-building, character development, and the importance of small actions in making a difference. The conversation also touches on the exploration of faith in her stories and her future writing projects.Takeaways Catherine Briggs started writing at age three.Her books focus on characters overcoming challenges.World-building is a dynamic process for her.She incorporates real-life inspirations into her fantasy worlds.The theme of small actions making a difference is central to her work.Catherine enjoys creating unique names for her characters.She aims to explore faith without being overtly religious.Catherine's writing journey has included breaks but has been consistent overall.She is currently working on two semi-secret projects.Catherine values connecting with her readers through her newsletter.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Catherine Briggs and Her Works02:54 Inspiration Behind the Stories06:00 World Building and Character Development08:59 Themes of Choice and Identity11:48 Exploring Faith in Fantasy15:02 Catherine's Writing Journey and Future ProjectsKatherine Briggs | Official Website of Katherine BriggsLet's discover great books together!Follow for more:FB: @bookworthypodcastInstagram: @bookworthy_podcastYouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTubetiktok: @valeriefentress

A new episode format appears! In this episode, Dylan, Basil, and Tobias are joined by Niko (con co-chair of Middle Tennessee Anime Convention) to talk TTRPGs. Today's roundtable topic: general approaches to world-building when gamemastering.OSMnotesIt's an old name, but a new format! Big thanks to Dylan for wanting to spearhead a whole new OSMtype of podcast. What did you think about it? Let us know! Hit us up on Bluesky or on Discord! But also, have some links of things mentioned in this episode:Tobias on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rtobias.bsky.socialBasil on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/itsbasiltime.comNiko's Linktree: https://nicholasqualls.com/Middle Tennessee Anime Convention: https://mtac.net/Dylan's TTRPG blog: https://travelcheck.dylanwolf.com/We also have YouTube Channels now! Both for OSMcast proper and The Carbuncle Chronicle! Please subscribe, hit the bell, and share amongst your friends.And as always, feel free to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Oh, and if you still use Spotify, go ahead and get on that mobile device and throw us some five stars there too. Tell your friends! As well, just like we mentioned when we do the OSMplugs, you can also join the Discord and support us on Patreon! PS If you have ever wanted some OSMmerch, feel free to check out our TeePublic page! PPS We appreciate you.

Join Samantha Tennant for an engaging episode of Fresh Fiction Video Book Club featuring special guest Asa Maria Bradley. Dive into the world of Viking romance, as Asa shares her journey from writing women's fiction to becoming a celebrated romance author, including nominations for the RWA's Rita Award and winning the Holt Medallion. Discover the creative process behind her immersive worlds filled with Vikings, shifters, and rich Norse mythology. Learn about her inspiration, character development, and upcoming projects set to enthrall readers. Plus, enjoy a fun segment with personal insights from Asa. Don't miss this insightful and entertaining conversation!   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:04 Asa Maria Bradley's Writing Journey 01:49 Discovering Romance Writing 04:24 Viking Romance and Norse Mythology 08:36 World Building and Character Development 13:56 Characters and Their Stories 19:36 Fresh Fiction Facts 19:45 Swedish Influences and Childhood Favorites 21:37 Fresh Fiction Facts: Quickfire Questions 28:04 Favorite Books and Authors 30:59 Current and Upcoming Projects 34:10 Where to Follow and Final Thoughts Asa Maria Bradley: https://freshfiction.com/author.php?id=38481 Norse Warriors Protection: https://freshfiction.com/series.php?id=8178

It's part 2 of our review of the final release of Daggerheart, covering the Game Master and campaign advice in the new system. DMs Rob and Matt review GM advice, GM moves, adversaries, environments, and the six campaign "frames" published as part of the system: the Witherwild, Five Banners Burning, Beast Feast, Age of Umbra, Motherboard, and Colossus of the Drylands.  Daggerheart SRD Follow Dungeon Master of None on Blue Sky:  https://bsky.app/profile/dmofnone.bsky.social  https://www.patreon.com/DungeonMasterOfNone  Join the DMofNone Discord! Music: Pac Div - Roll the Dice.

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In This Episode:Raylan abandons his duties at the guild for a personal quest with Rebecca, only to ride directly into the shocking aftermath of his brother's destruction—a ruined quarter, a shattered bridge, and a power struggle already taking shape in the chaos.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.---Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story.---Interested in the development of the complex story and want to know how writer Jake Kerr puts it together every week? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon. Love world building? Want ongoing updates? Free members get ongoing story updates with interesting reference material about the guild hierarchy, geography, and history. Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first Thieves Guild ebook. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequent books!) for free, too. Want to go directly to get your free books? Click here.---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.----Grab some Thieves Guild merch!https://store.podcastalchemy.studio----Check out our other drama podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn't abandoned the world.https://podcastalchemy.studio/arcaneThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.https://podcastalchemy.studio/thursday----Find out more about writer Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

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In today’s episode of Mythmakers, Julia Golding sits down with bestselling author Emily J. Taylor to discuss her second novel, The Otherwhere Post (Penguin US / Pushkin Press UK). Set in a world where magic is powered by handwriting, the story follows Maeve, a determined heroine fighting to prove her father’s innocence for a crime that has affected all three realms.Emily shares her journey to becoming a writer, including a brief stop to reflect on the Twilight stories and what made them such a phenomenon. The conversation also explores her creative process and the possibilities of a story centred on an isolated community. For those interested, the poem Julia references is The Night Train by W. H. Auden.You can follow Emily, and her work, on her website https://emilyjtaylorauthor.com/ (00:05) Fantasy Author Interview(13:59) World Building and Setting Periods(24:24) Microcosms in World BuildingFor more information on the Oxford Centre for Fantasy, our writing courses, and to check out our awesome social media content visit: Website: https://centre4fantasy.com/website Instagram: https://centre4fantasy.com/Instagram Facebook: https://centre4fantasy.com/Facebook

Emilia Wickstead is a New Zealand–born, London-based fashion designer known for her refined yet playful approach to feminine dressing. Since launching in 2008, she's evolved her namesake brand from a made-to-measure model to producing seasonal ready-to-wear collections, shown at London Fashion Week for the past 13 years, and expanded into bridalwear. In this episode, Wickstead joins Senior Fashion Editor Anna LaPlaca to discuss her early design influences, the trademarks of an Emilia Wickstead piece, and how she selects artistic muses for her cinematic collections. Wickstead also shares which pieces to shop from her pre-fall collection and details on her upcoming collaborations with the Palm Heights Hotel and Paperless Post.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emilia Wickstead is a New Zealand–born, London-based fashion designer known for her refined yet playful approach to feminine dressing. Since launching in 2008, she's evolved her namesake brand from a made-to-measure model to producing seasonal ready-to-wear collections, shown at London Fashion Week for the past 13 years, and expanded into bridalwear. In this episode, Wickstead joins Senior Fashion Editor Anna LaPlaca to discuss her early design influences, the trademarks of an Emilia Wickstead piece, and how she selects artistic muses for her cinematic collections. Wickstead also shares which pieces to shop from her pre-fall collection and details on her upcoming collaborations with the Palm Heights Hotel and Paperless Post.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Check out my Free Worldbuilding and Brainstorming Workshop: https://mightyartisan.com/worldbuilding This will help you refine your ideas for personal projects and build the skills needed to be a successful designer and author!This is The Forty Seventh Episode of the Visual Scholar Podcast - With Tim Mcburnie.Ever feel like you're doing creativity "wrong" because your process doesn't match what the experts recommend? Lets talk about developing your own Worldbuilding Process...Below is in Automagically generated summary so you can check out the content and also to help with search functionality!---In this episode, I dive deep into finding your unique creative process for world-building and storytelling. As someone who's been a professional artist for over 20 years, I've learned that while there's plenty of advice out there on "the right way" to create, what truly matters is discovering YOUR way. I explore how different creators approach their work - from visual directors like James Cameron who start with powerful images (like the T-800 emerging from flames in a fever dream), to writers who begin with character perspectives, to interactive designers who focus on player experiences.What I've discovered through my own journey is that creative processes are inherently messy and often illogical. When creating my fantasy comic, I struggled following traditional writing advice until I realized my process worked better starting with character visuals first, then developing stories around them. I also found that writing from each character's first-person perspective helped me understand their motivations and create authentic conflict. The key insight is that constraints and limitations often fuel creativity rather than hinder it - so don't be afraid to experiment with your own "weird" methods. Your unique creative approach isn't something you'll find in books; it's something you'll discover through practice, experimentation, and embracing your natural tendencies.—00:00 Intro01:12 Welcome02:28 The Importance of YOUR Creative Process03:31 How Are Great Things Made?10:35 Creative Process Needs a Focus14:31 Anchoring Your Ideas19:06 The Journey of Discovering Your Process27:33 Analytical Takeaway29:18 Simple Takeaway29:47 Practical Takeaway31:44 Philosophical Takeaway34:41 Out—The Visual Scholar Podcast is designed to help you demystify the world of Art, Productivity, and Creativity. So you can get better faster, and enjoy your Art Journey.We discuss Drawing, Painting, Illustration and Entertainment Design. Along with Productivity and Career Advice.You Can Find The Visual Scholar Podcast In These Places:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-visual-scholar/id1678505411Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6VbdwbiZqy8nqb90ruKQCX?si=21b9c1d02c85419fYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tim-McburnieShow Homepage:www.thedrawingcodex.com/podcasts/the-visual-scholarWhere To Find More About Tim Mcburnie:Learn Drawing and Illustration at The Drawing Codex: www.thedrawingcodex.comArt Community:www.mightyartisan.comThe Drawing Codex Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@TheDrawingCodexPortfolio: www.timmcburnie.comwww.artstation.com/tim-mcburniewww.instagram.com/timmcburniex.com/timmcburnie

An episode that took a fantasy and made it reality.In Episode 139 of The Autistic Culture Podcast, Dr Angela Kingdon continues our journey through the 10 Pillars of Autistic Culture with Dr. Scott Frasard, as we move onto Pillar 4 — World building. Dr. Scott Frasard is an autistic autism advocate who is a published author and an outspoken critic of operant conditioning approaches to change natural autistic behaviors to meet neuro-normative social expectations.Dr Scott Frasard decided he wasn't going to critique the status quo, he was going to build something new. His essay, ‘The World We Built: A Future Where Autistic People Are Respected, Not Repaired,' set in 2075, imagines a world where autism is no longer pathologized. Where the DSM is behind museum glass, and identity is co-created, not diagnosed.You can read it in full here.Here's what defines this core Autistic trait:*

Isla concocts an unexpected diversion!JOIN OUR DISCORDHelp support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website!Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush CoilOriginal Composition by Serpent Sound Studios

Isla concocts an unexpected diversion!JOIN OUR DISCORDHelp support the show by visiting our Patreon and find even more content on our Website!Intro/Outro Music “Jotunheim (Chiptune Version)” Courtesy of Rush CoilOriginal Composition by Serpent Sound Studios

Imagine a city alive with stories—every corner whispering tales of dreams, struggles, and aspirations. It's a place where communities don't just live, but co-create their surroundings, weaving narratives into the very fabric of their environment. This is the essence of World Building—where storytelling becomes a force for transformation, turning visions into tangible realities. Today, we step into that world. Host, Tate Chamberlin, is joined by an incredible lineup of guests: visionary designer and storyteller Alex McDowell, urban innovator Meegan Elliot, systems thinker Mark Beam, artist and storyteller Ash Eliza Smith, and community builder Jenn Stein. Together, we'll explore how world-building shapes not only our imagination but also the spaces we inhabit—and how, through collaboration and imagination, we can craft a future worth imagining. It's Dispatch from the Heartland. Join us, won't you?

In This Episode:Prosper and Darla embark on a perilous journey to the Dragon Road, uncovering ancient magic and the devastating truth behind the Ash Fields. Back in Ness, Guildmaster Karch finds a cunning new Captain of the Guard, Jasper, whose devious plan to capture Orion sets the stage for a dramatic power struggle.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.---Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story.---Interested in the development of the complex story and want to know how writer Jake Kerr puts it together every week? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon. Love world building? Want ongoing updates? Free members get ongoing story updates with interesting reference material about the guild hierarchy, geography, and history. Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first Thieves Guild ebook. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequent books!) for free, too. Want to go directly to get your free books? Click here.---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.----Grab some Thieves Guild merch!https://store.podcastalchemy.studio----Check out our other drama podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn't abandoned the world.https://podcastalchemy.studio/arcaneThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.https://podcastalchemy.studio/thursday----Find out more about writer Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs return to the World Axis for the final battle. They do some final planning and prepare for a siege. This is part 2 of the session.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs return to the World Axis for the final battle. They do some final planning and prepare for a siege. This is part 1 of the session.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

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In Episode 107 of the SoundCentric Podcast, we're joined by marketing strategist and content creator Chad Howell, the mind behind the popular Instagram account @roscoemarketing. Chad brings his deep industry experience—from Sweetgreen to startups to record labels—to dissect some of the most creative and buzzworthy marketing campaigns across the music and entertainment world today. We dive into the strategic genius behind Anthony Edwards' Adidas campaign (00:04:15), Doechii's cinematic “Alligator Bites Never Heal” rollout (00:05:15), and Aminé's sunny “13 Months of Summer” campaign (00:11:15). Chad breaks down how artists like Tyler, the Creator (00:13:45), J.I.D (00:21:45), and SWAVAY (00:37:20) are innovating world-building and visuals to elevate their art and brand. From the FOMO-driven tactics of Blvck Svm's “michelin man” (00:30:30), to the experimental marketing behind Lexa Gates' “Elite Vessel” (00:26:00), to the calculated moves by up-and-comers like Oblė Reed (00:33:20), we cover the strategies that work—and why. We also take a deep dive into Bu Vision, the label behind 4Batz and SAILORR (00:38:20), and reflect on the evolving role of artists as content creators (00:42:00). To close, Chad shares his biggest marketing advice for rising musicians (00:49:20). If you're into music, branding, or just love smart rollouts—this episode is a masterclass.    Find us on social media for daily content and information regarding all things music industry Twitter: https://twitter.com/soundcentricmus Instagram:https://https://www.instagram.com/soundcentricmusic/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@soundcentricmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoundCentricmusic Website: https://soundcentricmusic.com Podcast: https://www.soundcentricmusic.com 00:00:45 - Intro 00:02:35 - Chad's professional marketing background ranging from Sweet Green to startups to record labels 00:04:15 - Anthony Edwards Adidas campaign 00:05:15 - Doechii's “Alligator Bites Never Heal” album rollout breakdown 00:11:15 - Aminé “13 Months of Summer” album  rollout breakdown 00:13:45 - Tyler, the Creator's world building, marketing, and album rollouts breakdown 00:21:45 - J.I.D starts rollout for “God Does Like Ugly” 3 months early. Is that too long? 00:26:00 -  Lexa Gates glass box “Elite Vessel” rollout and marketing 00:30:30 - Blvck Svm and his fine dining rollout for his album “michelin man” 00:32:10 - The power of FOMO in marketing    00:33:20 - Oblė Reed and his terrific marketing    00:37:20 -  SWAVAY and his amazing visuals for album “Billy 2” 00:38:20 - Bu Vision: a deep dive into the record label behind 4Batz, Ian, and SAILORR and the importance of creating an image as an artist 00:42:00 - Are artists forced to be content creators today and the downsides to being a mysterious artist 00:49:20 - Our biggest marketing advice for rising artists 00:54:00 - Closing thoughts

Mal and Jo are joined by ‘Andor' showrunner Tony Gilroy! They dive into everything from the world-building and ideology of ‘Andor' to the fate of the Maya Pei Brigade, what's in Syril's box, and much more! (00:00) Intro(05:08) Speeches and Quotes in ‘Andor'(07:16) World-Building in ‘Andor'(10:24) The Sense of Place and Ideology in ‘Andor'(15:30) Balance of Characters(21:15) Power Dynamics and How They Shift(23:32) If You Made ‘Rogue One' After ‘Andor,' How Would it Be Different?(25:41) Jyn and Cassian's Relationship(26:52) Figuring Out Character Retributions(29:42) Luthen and Saw(34:35) Staying in His Five-Year Period(36:40) Taking the Ideas of ‘Andor' and Moving Beyond It(43:39) Which Characters Will You Miss Writing For?(46:11) Cinta Kaz and Tay Kolma's Demise(48:00) B2EMO and a Farewell Scene with Cassian(51:57) Budget Restrictions Where They Had to Get Creative(56:56) Lessons to Take from ‘Andor'(01:00:35) Syril's Private Box and Enza(01:03:04) Did Anyone from the Maya Pei Brigade Survive? Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuest: Tony GilroyProducers: Carlos Chiriboga and John RichterSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Step inside the unsettling beauty of Apple TV+'s Severance with Set Decorator David Schlesinger. In this episode of Decorating Pages, host Kim Wannop explores how Schlesinger helped craft one of television's most visually unique series—discussing the creation of the iconic resin boardroom table, the significance of the duck-rabbit sculpture, why monochromatic palettes matter, and the story behind those wild vending machines. Plus, how much of the Keir shrine was intentional? Get an insider's look at the obsessive detail that fuels the design language of Severance—from fabricated tents to custom powder-coated podiums.Severance Apple TV+, Set Decoration, David Schlesinger, Production Design, Behind the Scenes, TV Design Podcast, Kim Wannop, Set Decorator Interview, Severance Set Design, Art Department in Film/TV

CICERO JAMES, MIRACLE WORKER My name is Cicero James, and I died last Thursday. I know how it sounds, and the rest of what I have to tell you is just going to make it worse. But it's true. I died, and I came back. And the rest of it—why it happened, what it means, and most importantly what we're going to have to do about it—is what I need you to hear. I'm going to start at the beginning, and I'm going to tell all of this as faithfully as possible. I'm going to try to bring you along for the ride. It's all coming out in a rush, so if I don't tell it quite right, or if I muff a word or use bad grammar or something, try not to hold it against me. And if I don't manage to convince you… I understand. No harm, no foul, no hard feelings. This is all insane to anyone who hasn't lived it. But if you're in, then you're in, and here we go. TOPICS OF CONVERSATION Overview of the Story and Inspiration Discussion of Cicero James, Miracle Worker's premise, including the protagonist's role as a modern miracle worker, and how the story was built around the opening line about dying multiple times. World-Building and Magic System Exploration of the parallel society of workers, the concept of “workings,” the nature of terrors, and how belief shapes reality in this urban fantasy world. Character Development and Voice Focus on Cicero's personality, tattoos, sense of humor, relationships, and how these elements reveal different facets of his identity and emotional depth. Themes of Mental Health and Trauma Conversation around how childhood trauma opens the door to magical abilities, and how Cicero's personal struggles influence his role as a protector of the “blissful” (non-magical people). Series Continuation and Reader Reactions Talk about feedback from readers, unexpected interpretations (including political ones), and what's planned for the next book in the series. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Hal Emerson is the author of ten books, including the award-winning Exile Trilogy, beginning with The Prince of Ravens. He is a graduate of UCLA with a BA in theatre, where he studied Shakespeare, Chekhov, and the Greek and Roman Classics. He also has an MBA from UC Berkeley (Cal). Some of his favorite books and series include East of Eden, The Brothers Karamazov, The Lord of the Rings, and The Wheel of Time. As a young reader he was particularly inspired by The Chronicles of Prydain, and he is an avid Harry Potter fan. He still believes in the Oxford comma, and he has seen every Robin Williams movie. CONNECT WITH HAL EMERSON! https://www.halemerson.com https://www.instagram.com/halemerson/ https://x.com/halemersonauth

Reviewing Beyond the Boundary & Discussing Back To The Future, Formula 1, and AIEpisode Overview:KyoAni has once again entered the hot seat as AniPro takes a look at the 2013 supernatural action show: Beyond the Boundary!Also, Jay continues a new tradition, Cole's new obsession continues, Mike's taken an interest in the future, and more!Topics & Timestamps:00:00:00 - AniProPod 182 Intro00:01:48 - Jay's Trip & Back To The Future00:09:32 - Movie Remakes00:15:19 - Cole's Formula 1 Obession00:22:12 - VEO 3 & Thoughts on AI00:28:05 - Uses of AI00:32:25 - Our Next 3 Anime Reviews00:41:15 - Listeners' Choice Review Tournament00:45:56 - Mailbag: Our Episode To Start With?00:50:54 - Anime Review Intro00:58:54 - Is the Story Worth the Animation?01:04:17 - KyoAni's + Dark Urban Fantasy = ??01:08:46 - KyoAni's Perception & Sakuga01:15:06 - Beyond the Boundary's Legacy01:17:44 - How Does It Balance It's Genres01:21:58 - Character DIscussion01:26:23 - Worldbuilding & Pacing01:31:56 - Fit In KyoAni's Works01:34:32 - Final Thoughts & Ratings01:41:53 - Wrap UpSupport AniPro:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AniProPodMailbag: https://anipropod.com/mailbagTokyoTreat ($5 off): Use code "ANIPRO" for $5 off your first #TokyoTreat box through my link: https://team.tokyotreat.com/AniProFollow & Subscribe:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/AniProPodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anipropodDiscord: https://discord.gg/dV5tMCWvM7Next Reviews:Anime: Bloom Into You → BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!! → ID: INVADED Manga: The Fragrant Flower Blooms With DignityMusic & Credits:Opening Theme: “Shibuya”Bumper Track: "Starts With You"Music licensed via slip.streamEnjoying the show? If so, please rate & review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it only takes a moment and helps new listeners find us!

In this episode of the Game Schooler podcast, Doug and Michael engage with artist and game designer Manny Trembley. They explore Manny's journey into tabletop gaming, the creation of Dice Throne, and his insights on game design and play. Manny shares his experiences with various games, discusses the development of new titles like Slam Throne, and emphasizes the importance of world-building in game design. The conversation also touches on the future of Dice Throne, upcoming projects, and the joy of creating games that foster connections among players.00:36 - Introduction and Background of Manny Trembley 03:08 - The Journey to Creating Dice Throne 06:04 - Playing Games: Manny's Favorites and Family Involvement 09:15 - Expanding the Dice Throne Universe 12:24 - Introducing Slam Throne: A New Game Concept 15:10 - The Joy of Tabletop Gaming and Relationship Building 19:50 - Reimagining Wonderland: The Art of World Building 24:28 - Tangle Woods: A Collaborative Creation 27:25 - Neon Rain: A New Card Dueling Experience 33:54 - The Joy of Creation: Insights from Game Design 36:16 - The Future of Board Games: Trends and Innovations 42:36 - What's Next for Dice Throne and Beyond?

Episode 275 bring some Sci-Fi mystique as Gabrielle J. Miller returns with a sample reading from her book, Haley's Comet! The links below provide last week's interview with Gabrielle, as well as where to find her books.   Episode 274 with Gabrielle Gabrielle J Miller on Amazon Gabrielle's Facebook Author Page Check out Jason's all-new website and his latest in the Bandit Chronicles here! Contact the show via email at samplechapterpodcast@gmail.com

Check out my Free Worldbuilding and Brainstorming Workshop: https://mightyartisan.com/worldbuilding This will help you refine your ideas for personal projects and build the skills needed to be a successful designer and author!—This is The Forty Fifth Episode of the Visual Scholar Podcast - With Tim Mcburnie.Lets talk about the power of worldbuilding for artists.Below is in Automagically generated summary so you can check out the content and also to help with search functionality!---In this video, I explore the often overlooked value of world building as a fundamental creative muscle for artists of all types - not just storytellers. I explain how developing world building skills adds depth, nuance, and authenticity to your art that technical craft alone cannot achieve. When we understand the "why" behind what we're creating—whether it's who our characters are, where they come from, or how the environments we draw were built—our art becomes more compelling and relatable, even at the sketch stage.I break down three key benefits of strengthening your world building abilities: it solves the "what do I draw" problem by giving you direction and purpose; it helps you create more unique, nuanced ideas by encouraging deeper exploration; and it helps you connect with your audience by providing context they can relate to. Just like actors need authentic costumes and sets to embody characters convincingly, artists need to understand the worlds they're depicting to make them feel real. The more you understand your world's details, the easier it becomes to communicate unspoken elements through your art in a way that resonates with viewers.—00:00 Intro01:01 Welcome02:17 The Importance of Worldbuilding05:10 How Can Worldbuilding Help Artists?12:49 Creating More Unique Ideas23:49 Worldbuilding and Story33:17 The Analytical Takeaway34:29 The Simple Takeaway35:00 The Practical Takeaway40:11 The Philosophical Takeaway41:18 Out—The Visual Scholar Podcast is designed to help you demystify the world of Art, Productivity, and Creativity. So you can get better faster, and enjoy your Art Journey.We discuss Drawing, Painting, Illustration and Entertainment Design. Along with Productivity and Career Advice.You Can Find The Visual Scholar Podcast In These Places:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-visual-scholar/id1678505411Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6VbdwbiZqy8nqb90ruKQCX?si=21b9c1d02c85419fYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tim-McburnieShow Homepage:www.thedrawingcodex.com/podcasts/the-visual-scholarWhere To Find More About Tim Mcburnie:Learn Drawing and Illustration at The Drawing Codex: www.thedrawingcodex.comArt Community:www.mightyartisan.comThe Drawing Codex Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@TheDrawingCodexPortfolio: www.timmcburnie.comwww.artstation.com/tim-mcburniewww.instagram.com/timmcburniex.com/timmcburnie

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs return to the city of Elandria to buy some magic items and gather their allies for the final battle.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs return to the city of Elandria to buy some magic items and gather their allies for the final battle. This is part 2 of the session.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

This week's segments: 1. Worldbuilding (and talking about Critical Role's Thresher) 2. Homebrewing "The Unicornucopia" 3. Draft of Uncommon Magic Items You Would Want in Real Life Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/TotalPartySkill/home to get access to PDFs of our homebrew and see uncut video from the podcast! Plus, bonus content exclusive only to patrons! Subscribe for more weekly Dungeons & Dragons content! And follow us on our socials for previous draft videos and to learn more about us: Gabe -- @gabespan (TikTok, Instagram) George -- @dmgeorge_primavera (Instagram, TikTok) Dylan -- @whatcha_mccollum (Instagram) Jackie -- @jackie_emerson (Instagram), @jacquelineemerson (TikTok)

“There's been a long tradition of saying that women that women who ruled were exceptions, that women who fought were exceptions. That, you know, it's Joan of Arc, it's not GI Joan.,And that trap gets us over and over again, not just with women warriors.” — Pamela D. TolerIn this episode of How To Write the Future podcast, host Beth Barany interviews author, speaker, and historian Pamela D. Toler. Together they dive into the importance of women in history and discuss the significant challenges in documenting Women's History and how it can be tied into storytelling. They also discuss Pamela's book, Women Warriors: An Unexpected History.ABOUT PAMELA D. TOLERArmed with a PhD in history, a well-thumbed deck of library cards, and a large bump of curiosity, author, speaker, and historian Pamela D. Toler writes historical non-fiction for a popular audience. She goes beyond the familiar boundaries of American history to tell stories from other parts of the world as well as history from the other side of the battlefield, the gender line, or the color bar. Toler is the author of ten books of popular history for children and adults, including Women Warriors: An Unexpected History and The Dragon From Chicago: the Untold Story of an American Report in Nazi Germany.Website: https://www.pameladtoler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pamela.tolerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamelatolerauthor/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelatoler/RESOURCESSupport our work for creatives! Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/bethbaranySee also: Ep. 146 - How Ancient Female Warriors Shape Our Futurehttps://writersfunzone.com/blog/2025/03/31/how-ancient-female-warriors-shape-our-future/GET HELP WITH YOUR WORLD BUILDING - START HEREFree World Building Workbook for Fiction Writers: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/world-building-resources/Sign up for the 30-minute Story Success Clinic with Beth Barany: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/story-success-clinic/Get support for your fiction writing by a novelist and writing teacher and coach. Schedule an exploratory call here and see if Beth can support you today: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/discovery-call/SHOW PRODUCTION BY Beth BaranySHOW CO-PRODUCTION + NOTES by Kerry-Ann McDadec. 2025 BETH BARANYhttps://bethbarany.com/Questions? Comments? Send us a text!--CONNECTContact Beth: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/podcast/#tve-jump-185b4422580Email: beth@bethbarany.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethbarany/CREDITSEDITED WITH DESCRIPT: https://get.descript.com/0clwwvlf6e3jMUSIC: Uppbeat.ioDISTRIBUTED BY BUZZSPROUT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1994465

Andres del Vecchio and Anubis3100, besides being unbelievable craftsmen and artists, are brilliant critics, crypto art sages. These two join Max to discuss Andres' "DYBBUK MASQUES," a series of 1/1/x works that might very well portend a change in crypto art's very market dynamics. Or it could just be a marker of Andres' unique talents. "Artist-led PFPs" redefined, connecting with collectors, the appeal of digital avatars, and much more await you in today's episode.

Vitalerium Unveiled: World-Building, Adaptation, and the Journey from Page to Panel | Podcast InterviewJoin us for an in-depth conversation exploring the making of Vitalerium: Descent Into the Void, a sci-fi epic that bridges the gap between prose and sequential storytelling. In this episode, we dive into the origins of the Vitalerium universe, the transition from novel to comic book, and the creative challenges and victories that shaped its evolution.Whether you're a fan of sci-fi world-building, indie comics, or creative storytelling, this interview offers a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration, adaptation, and artistic collaboration that brought Vitalerium to life.

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs begin by divvying up treasure from the tarrasque.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs begin by divvying up treasure from the tarrasque. This is part 2 of the session.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Episode 274 visits with multi-genre author, Gabrielle J Miller! We cover topics like her writing past and love for books, getting into character while writing, taking a chance on happiness and how she wrote 200k words in a week! Hear all this and more by clicking play now. Gabrielle J Miller on Amazon Gabrielle's Facebook Author Page Check out Jason's all-new website and his latest in the Bandit Chronicles here! Contact the show via email at samplechapterpodcast@gmail.com

We share some of our thoughts and approaches to world building alongside some of our favorite examples in media.

INTRODUCING: A bonus two-part series (with a full group!) to coincide with the crowdfund campaign for Galactic and Going Rogue! I sat down with an incredible table of performers, including Ify Nwadiwe, Nala J. Wu, Dusty Hill, and Catrina Dennis to weave a story of rebellion and relationships in space. In part one, we make our characters and build our galaxy--stay tuned for part 2 on 6/2 where we see our heroes dive into action!You can find the Galactic & Going Rogue crowdfunder here on Kickstarter, going live May 20th: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/galacticgoingrogue/galactic-and-going-rogue-two-ttrpgs-of-war-among-the-stars?ref=8lwj2gIf you're listening to this on the 19th, it's not too late to sign up for the crowdfunder's BackerKit mailing list here, then get a free PDF of Jess Levine's satirical scifi skirmish storytelling TTRPG PLANET FIST when you back the Galactic & Going Rogue Kickstarter in its first 24 hours: http://backerkit.com/call_to_action/eda53ff9-b09c-422f-8036-2dbc62b83557/landing?ref=po1ep1This episode was produced by Jess Levine (@jessfrom.online on Bluesky) and edited and coproduced by satah (@posatahchips.gaygothvibes.online on Bluesky). Guest performers include Ify Nwadiwe, Nala J. Wu, Dusty Hill, and Catrina Dennis!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Should stuff make sense? No one knows!

Journey Through Baelon: Robert A. Walker's Epic Medieval Saga Episode Summary:Join us as we explore the richly woven tapestry of the Baelon universe with author Robert A. Walker. His acclaimed series, The Legends of Baelon, begins with Six Moons, Seven Gods, a tale of political intrigue, mystical prophecies, and complex characters navigating a world on the brink of chaos . The narrative continues with Two Crowns, Three Blades, where alliances are tested, and destinies are forged in the crucible of war .BookBub+8BookTrib+8The Reading Bud+8Goodreads+14The Reading Bud+14Robert A. Walker Writing+14Twimom227+4Robert A. Walker Writing+4BookTrib+4 Robert discusses his inspirations, the challenges of building a believable fantasy world, and the themes that resonate throughout his work, such as the struggle between good and evil, the nuances of power, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Join Ro and Nick from NickFlix Podcast talk about the concept of 'world building' in the movies we love. What does it mean and why is it so important? We explore how directors and writers rely on something so simple yet logical when crafting their stories and we ask what happens when it falls apart. Explore the world you love in movies with the latest Scarif Podcast episode and make sure you let us know what you thought of it. We are a proud founding member of the Red5 Network, and thats the scuttlebutt.

We made it BBY 1 and the finale of Andor and what a ride it's been! Join us as we break down the last three episodes, discuss the themes of the show, discuss its legacy, and so much more!Worldbuilding with Coruscant and YavinThe greatness of the character, Cassian AndorThe standout performancesLuthen and Kleya's relationshipLuthen's LegacyThe Rebel CouncilDedra's FateKRENNICPartagaz and HeertMelshi and K-2SO and the tonal shift getting closer to Rogue OneThat last shot!Everything in between!Follow the show on Instagram, TikTok, and BlueSky at forcetimepod! Leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoy the show!Follow Kara at intoalargerworldproject on Instagram and find her podcast, Patreon, and the Celebration Database here!"Robobozo" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0http://incompetech.com/creativecommons/by/4.0

  Synopsis When  and  land in  for another  reading, the Doctor goes to a  to meet an old . There, he discovers a mysterious  trapping the patrons, feeding  with their stories. Plot  sits in a chair, getting a haircut, and tells a story about  the , his village saved by the mysterious man in the blue box. As he speaks, images splay out on the wall behind him, depicting his story to the men listening eagerly. As he finishes, they all look at a pair of lights on the wall in tense anticipation, relaxing when they switch from red to green. Omo tells the others not to worry, the Doctor always comes, and the light switches back to red, alarms blare, and the room shakes.  insists that the  take her home, and he suggests that they head to , , the communications hub of , and a place he loves - home of his favorite barbershop. Belinda expresses confusion at this - the  can do his hair; but he explains that it's about community, about being himself, since it's the first time he's ever been a black man. Belinda understands and sends him off to enjoy himself in Lagos after he takes a  reading. The Doctor winds his way through a market, greeting everyone as he passes, before he comes to his friend Omo's barbershop, , finding those assembled in the middle of a story. As the door closes behind him an alarm goes off in the TARDIS, alerting Belinda that something has gone wrong. The Doctor notices that everyone present is on missing posters outside, and he watches as the man's hair grows back. The light in the barbershop flashes to red, people scramble to decide who still has a story left, and someone sits down, telling the story of  and a , of music and of time. As images flicker on the wall, the Doctor looks on in wonder, and asks how it works, begins testing by throwing out words from his travels. But it has to be a story, it has to be with a haircut. A new  has taken over the shop, he came one day, and as if by magic the shop became his. A woman enters the barbershop, , bringing food, the door closes behind her, and an alarm in the TARDIS sounds again. The Doctor recognizes her, but can't place her. The light switches to red again, and the Doctor sits down, telling the most powerful story he knows, not of  or , but of an ordinary life. Of Belinda Chandra doing her job, helping someone all night long, even on her grandmother's birthday, a simple gesture of thanks two weeks later. Abby watches a screen in another room, seeing it lighting up, noting that they're accelerating, as the story ends. The Barber is impressed with the power of his stories, and tells Abby when she comes out that they need to recalibrate . Omo asks if they can be let free now that the Doctor has come, his stories being effective, his hair having grown in the interim more than any of theirs. But Abby locks the door and the pair leave. The TARDIS sounds an alarm yet again, this time showing Belinda an image of the barbershop. The Doctor is furious that Omo betrayed him, is willing to trap him here, and refuses to listen as everyone tries to tell him not to open the door. He forces it open with his sonic screwdriver, finding a vacuum on the other side. A vacuum with only giant web and a large spider traversing it, the barbershop on the back of the spider. The Doctor closes the door with great effort, and the Barber emerges from the backroom, explaining that the shop is in Lagos and in outer space at the same time, only Abby and himself able to travel between. Outside, Belinda finds herself lost, but is pointed towards the shop by a , entering it, glad to see the Doctor. Reunited, the pair confront the Barber, calling him a coward who hides his face, having no real power. Rising to the taunt, the Barber names himself, calling himself , , , , , the god of stories. The pair burst out laughing - the Doctor has met Bastet, Sága, Dionysus, Anansi. He's partied with them, Anansi even tricked him to marry his daughter. This man isn't any of them. And so the man admits, he's the person who did their work for them. Wherever the gods went, he took their stories, cleaned them up, refined them, wrote them down, all for humans to repeat them, to keep the gods alive. Without him the gods would not exist. The web outside is his creation as well, the , a web that connects cultures and ideas. He was so successful that the gods abandoned him, and now he wants vengeance. The engine winds down, so much power drained from the Doctor opening the door. Abby criticizes him, and the Doctor recognizes her at last - Anansi's daughter, Abena. He's sorry that he was unable to help her, but he was a  at the time, and had his own story. The light turns red, and the Barber insists the Doctor tell a story. The Doctor refuses, demanding to know what vengeance is being planned. The Barber relents - he plans to cut out the gods from memory when he reaches the center of the nexus, erasing them from existence. The Doctor is horrified, this will damage humanity, as it will harm their ability to tell stories, to pass down information, insisting that this is horrific. He refuses to sit down and speak, he won't let the spider go further. As the shop descends into chaos, everyone arguing, Abena proclaims that she will tell a story, and begins to braid the Doctor's hair. And she tells a story of plantation slaves transmitting information through the braids on their hair, maps to freedom for anyone who could escape, hidden in a place where the overseers would never check. As the battery stabilizes, the Doctor and Belinda run into the back room, finding themselves in a maze, a maze for which the Doctor has the map on his head. The pair come to a room full of artifacts from various cultures and the ship's engine, an engine that runs on stories, a heart inside a brain. The Barber enters the room behind them, having cut Abena off from the outside, the Doctor disrupting the flow of power, slowing the spider down but not stopping it. The Barber insists that the Doctor has done nothing. So the Doctor suggests that they consider , who wrote a story in six words. The Doctor's six word story is "I'm born. I die. I'm born." And energy begins to flow into the engine, never-ending energy, as his past lives flicker across the screens. But the Doctor has disrupted the engine, it can't process the power. He tells the Barber that now it's his choice - he can save the people in the shop by opening the door. But the engine will disintegrate. The Barber unlocks the door and Omo, Adena and the rest out front escape. The Doctor sends Belinda back as he sits with the Barber, talking to him, convincing him that he still has more to live for. The pair escape the shop at the last moment as it collapses, the engine exploding, destroying the spider it rode on. Omo apologizes to the Doctor, and says that he should have protected the Doctor, they're part of the same community. The two make up. Omo gives the Barber his shop, saying that he's retiring, and gives him a name, his father's name, . Adétòkunbo steps back into the barbershop, now his. The Doctor and Belinda step back into the TARDIS, one step closer to home. Cast  -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -  Crew          ,  and  with  and                             by   •   by   Music  by   •  Assistant to  -    •   performed by               General production staff  for the  -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   - ,   - ,   -  Script department  -   -  Camera and lighting department  - ,   -   -   - ,   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   - , , ,  Art department  - ,   - ,   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   - ,   -   - , , , , , ,   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   -   - ,   -   - , ,   - ,   - , , , , , , , , , , ,  Costume department  -   -  Make-up and prosthetics Movement  -   -   -  Casting  -   -  General post-production staff  -   -   -   -   -  Special and visual effects  -   -   -   -   - ,   -  Sound  -   -   -   -                                                            Not every person who worked on this adventure was credited. The absence of a credit for a position doesn't necessarily mean the job wasn't required. The information above is based solely on observations of the actual end credits of the episodes as broadcast, and does not relay information from IMDB or other sources.     Worldbuilding  claims to be , , , , and . In return, the Doctor relates encounters he had with all of those deities: winning a bet against Anansi, having a drinking contest with Dionysus that caused a  in , watching  movies with Sága, and losing a game of  to Bastet. The  has a large collection of artefacts related to stories. The room of shelves includes a  , several , a  statue of , a life-sized statue of a bearded man, , a helmet, copies of , , and , and a statue of a . The area around the heart has a statue of a dancing  goddess, a , a , a statue of an , a model , several , , and a . Notes The episode has a smooth transition from the "" into the , with the title sequence first appearing in the shop window, and then the camera slowly zooming closer until the image fills the frame and the window fades away. The title of the episode was revealed on official social media on  . On , the prequel short story , also written by , was published on the . Some of the artwork from it was shown on the shop window in this episode when  was telling his story of the Doctor. The story shares many themes and ideas with other work by Ellams. The 2017 play Barber Shop Chronicles prominently explored  as places of friendship and culture. It featured many barber shops, including one in . A version of the story about  and the  was part of this play. The 2019 play The Half-God of Rainfall depicted a world in which the gods of all religions coexist as separate figures who interact and fight with each other.  appeared, presented as the  of stories. Ellams viewed the character  as echoing the title character of this play, as both are newly-invented children of gods. The 2020 poetry book The Actual had a poem about the Yo-Yo Ma story, as well as a poem comparing rapping to time travel which mentions Doctor Who. The Yo-Yo Ma anecdote is based on the musician's trip to  which was filmed for the 1993 documentary Distant Echoes: Yo-Yo Ma & the Kalahari Bushmen. For the UK debut on , the episode was first released as an audio description version only. The standard version of the episode was then released a few minutes later. Episode writer  appears as a , marking the second time a person has written and acted in the same episode, following  in  [+].  as  and  as the  were omitted from the advance credits. The  anecdote of challenging him to write a story in six words appears to be referencing 'For sale: baby shoes, never worn.', a story misattributed to Hemingway. Myths to be added Filming locations to be added Ratings to be added Production errors If you'd like to talk about narrative problems with this story — like plot holes and things that seem to contradict other stories — please go to . to be added   The Doctor uses the , as he previously did in :  [+], :  [+], :  [+] and :  [+]. 's cameo, for the first time, occurs in a flashback rather than the present, in the story the Doctor recounts about how Belinda saved a  life. She's seen walking down the hallway just before Belinda meets the patient again and is given flowers. The Doctor recognises Abby from his encounter with  when he was the , indicating he now has access to some of the memories that were erased by . Belinda sees an apparition of  just before she reaches the barber shop. When she later tells the Doctor about seeing a little girl, he guesses it was due to stories from the Story Engine leaking out. When the Doctor overcharges the engine with his endless story, it is shown with clips of the  from :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+] with audio from :  [+], audio of the  from :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], the  in :  [+], , , and the  in :  [+] (saying the line heard earlier), the  in :  [+] and the  in :  [+]. Clips of the  in :  [+], the  in : "" [+], the Twelfth Doctor in :  [+] and a still of the Fifteenth Doctor in :  [+] appear in the background of the following scene. in article: External links Official  page on  Footnotes  @BBC (2025-03-22). . YouTube. Archived from  on 2025-03-22.   (2025-05-08). . . Archived from  on 2025-05-08.  Amanda-Rae Prescott (2025-05-10). . Den of Geek. Archived from  on 2025-05-11.  . BBC One. Archived from  on 2025-04-30.

An episode that welcomes you to a brand-new chapter in this project - one that has been years in the making!In Episode 131 of The Autistic Culture Podcast, we are revisiting the 10 Pillars of Autistic Culture! What you're about to hear is a special remastered version of an earlier episode that introduced the 10 Pillars of Autistic Culture, plus updated context and reflections from me about what it means in this new chapter. These are the building blocks of everything we're creating together going forward.This episode originally aired in January 2024, and since this episode first aired, I've taken a deeper look at the structure of the show and the framework we use to understand autistic culture.I've refined the 10 Pillars updating their names, sharpening the descriptions, and better connecting them to our lived traits, like sensory processing differences, stimming, emotional intensity, and our beautiful SPINs.What you'll hear in this episode is the heart of the work but think of it as the “draft” version.Over the next 10 weeks, I'll be highlighting one updated pillar each week with a replay of an episode that really brings that theme to life. I'll also share new context and reflections to go deeper. We'll unpack what each one means, how it shows up in our lives, and why it's worth celebrating.But I wanted to bring you this episode just as it aired because even though things have changed, this conversation holds so many gems, and it was a joyful reflection of where we were. And now, we get to go even deeper.Lets quickly walk you through what those 10 pillars are now. You might notice a few name changes:* Bottom-Up Processing (formerly “Logic and Strategy”)We build understanding from the ground up detail by detail, pattern by pattern. Think Sherlock Holmes, chess masters, scientific discovery.* Rhythmic Communicating (formerly “Linguistics and Accents”)Our conversations are musical echolalia, scripting, tangents, infodumps. There's a beat, a flow, a poetry to how we speak.* Norm Challenging (formerly “Deep Thinking and Insights”)We question assumptions. We live authentically. We honor truth over politeness, equity over hierarchy, and insight over illusion.* World BuildingWe don't just tell stories we create entire universes. Pokémon. Star Wars. Dungeons & Dragons. Autistic imagination builds the future.* Pattern Matching (formerly “Data Gathering and Analysis”)SPINs. Trivia nights. Wikipedia editing. Sexuality research. We find the signal in the noise and bring meaning to the chaos.* Game Changing (formerly “Innovative Ideas”)We're not following trends we're starting them. We rethink, reinvent, and rebuild systems from the ground up. Think Steve Jobs. Questlove. Muybridge.* Boldly Creating (formerly “Artistic Expression”)We paint with stims. We sing in scripts. We dance in sensory rhythm. Our creativity is intense, embodied, and often unconventional.* Predictably Comforting (formerly “Consistency and Reliability”)Repetition, routines, safe foods, rituals. These aren't rigidity they're anchors. Comfort. Stability. Power.* Justice Seeking (formerly “Justice and Honesty”)Fairness isn't optional it's essential. Emotional intensity meets ethical clarity. From Greta Thunberg to John McEnroe we stand for truth.* Passionate Superfanning (formerly “Superfanning and Fictional Friends”)Star Trek. Doctor Who. My Little Pony. Our love runs deep and our joy is contagious. Fandom is family. Lore is love.These 10 pillars map across three major domains of life:

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs battle the legendary Tarrasque. This is part 2 of the session.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Our D&D campaign, Blood of the Avatars, continues. This week the PCs battle the legendary Tarrasque.Check Out my NEW PODCAST - Lex Out LoudCall the Game Master's Journey voice mail: 951-GMJ-LEX1 (951-465-5391).If you're a new listener, and you'd like to go back to the beginning, here's a link to Episode 1.If you're interested in worldbuilding and/or my D&D campaign setting of Primordia, check out the first worldbuilding episode. You can go to this page to see all the episodes that discuss worldbuilding.Check out my latest D&D supplement, Adventurers of Primordia.

Grace and Alvina are celebrating the launch of Grace's THE GATE, THE GIRL, AND THE DRAGON and they talk about their writing, editing, and revision process for the book. They cover the writing process, how Alvina edits the novel, how Grace receives edits and revises, and more. For the Fortune Cookie segment they discuss a new publishing imprint focusing on male authors. And, they end by sharing what they're grateful for. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/Bookfriendsforever1. See info about Grace's new book "The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon": https://linktr.ee/gracelinauthor. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookfriendsforever_podcast/