Cool Talk with Attractive People

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Welcome to Cool Talk, the biweekly podcast where two guys talk about what makes up a story. Going beyond reviews and criticism, we discuss the elements of storytelling using familiar works as examples.

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Episode 9 - Soundtracks: Emotional Storytelling w/ Ben Florez

Today we discuss soundtracks. We bring in guest soundtrack aficionado Ben Florez. You'll remember him from the fanmail episode. Ben joins your host EJ Pennyman and co-host Ryan Dalton on a sonic journey through icon moments in film. In each, we look at the music that deftly provides emotional texture. Also, we discuss music as a creative aid in character development. We discuss clips from: Dr. Who, Star Trek, Indian Jones: The Last Crusade, and The Time Machine. Opening music: Music by Eric Serm...

Dec 12, 2016•38 min

Episode 8 - Glossary: Tropes

You may have noticed that today is not Monday. This ep is up a bit late, sorry everyone! Welcome attractive tropers! This is episode is part of our glossary episode for the word "Tropes". Join your host, EJ Pennyman and non-trope-abusing author Ryan Dalton for their discussion. In case you were wondering, we discuss our alignment on the time-tested Good-Evil, Lawful-Chaotic scale. The website mentioned is tvtropes.org. Please email us questions and comments at attractivepeople(at)cooltalkpodcast...

Nov 30, 2016•26 min

Episode 7 - Types and Stereotypes

This episode debuts our so fresh and clean theme music performed by the talented Courey Grant!! Check him out on SoundCloud as Courey. EJ Pennyman pulls a full Effie Brown reaction take to Ryan Dalton's opinion of Pacific Rim. Join our diverse cast as we discuss types and sterotypes. The stoic Pacific Rim is contrasted with the classic Undercover Brother. Tyler Perry's filmography is compared with Adam Sandler's. There is a heartwarming moment of sharing as EJ and Ryan discuss their personal bac...

Nov 14, 2016•29 min

Fanmail #1 - How Much Backstory Do You Need?

EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton get a listener email and don't know how to behave in front of company. We discuss different approaches to back story. Guest voice: Ben Florez of the as yet unreleased soundtrack episode.

Oct 31, 2016•18 min

Episode 6 - Audience Expectations and the Weight of Mythology

Here at Cool Talk, we expect that our audience is full of attractive and sophisticated people. In this episode, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss how important it is for the audience to be prepared for the movie on screen. This is the first episode of our three episode suite on audience expectation, stereotypes, and tropes. Discussed Media: Live, Die, Repeat: Edge of Tomorrow All You Need is Kill Star Wars Episode X Captain America: First Avenger...

Oct 17, 2016•38 min

Episode 5 - Podcast 2: The Sequel

Episode 5 - Sequels: How to Make it Good First: What are we drinking? In a world where the sequel is often Movie II: The Quest for More Money, EJ Pennyman (cranky consumer) has given up. Ryan Dalton (author and courteous person) argues that there are exceptions. A fresh vision, new themes, character development, and mythology among others can make a sequel worth the time. Bonus discussion: When does mythology become a hindrance instead of a benefit? Media discussed in this episode: Star Wars Epi...

Oct 03, 2016•45 min

Episode 4 - Worldbuilding the Foundation of Storytelling

Join Ryan Dalton as he narrowly avoids being punched by EJ Pennyman over modifying unique. The discussion is definitely one of a few about worldbuilding. Examples: Avatar, Tron Legacy, Jupiter Ascending, and for the first time on the podcast, the scifi classic: Foundation. Quote that I butchered: "If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe." -Cosmos, Karl Sagan

Sep 19, 2016•23 min

Episode 3 - Sidekick or Just A Supporting Character

It's our first MCU episode!! In this one, EJ Pennyman (blerd extraordinare) and Ryan Dalton (author) discuss what it takes to be a supporting character, why audiences expect sidekicks and how you can impress your friends by knowing the difference. In other news, EJ learned how to use Audacity to boost volume levels so you fine people don't have to stress your ears to hear these attractive voices. Suggestions? Requests? Favorite elements of storytelling you want us to discuss? Email us at attract...

Sep 05, 2016•22 min

Episode 2 - All About Antagonists

EJ Pennyman (Blerd extrodinaire) and Ryan Dalton (author) discuss Ryan's favorite style of antagonist, the gentleman villain. As an example we use Moriarty from Sherlock Series 1 Ep3. For flavor we contrast against Owen Davian from Mission: Impossible 3. Be sure to check out Ryan Dalton's book, The Year of Lightning

Aug 23, 2016•18 min

Episode 1 - The Protagonist of Casablanca

EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss a movie you should have watched. We talk about Rick being a sympathetic protagonist as opposed to Victor, who plays a hero antagonist.

Aug 23, 2016•21 min

Episode 0 - Start Talking Cool

Welcome to our new podcast! Who are we? What are we even talking about? How are our voices so attractive?

Aug 22, 2016•5 min

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