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5: Writing Your Difficult Stories with Lea Turner 28:43

7d ago28:43

28:43

Send us a text Shonda Ramsey interviews Lea Turner, a first-time author whose book, "The Freedom to Feel," addresses grief and trauma. Lea shares her personal experiences, including her father's death, her mother's cancer, a house fire, and her oldest son's addiction. She emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and community in overcoming pain. …

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4: Setting the Story Foundation with Shonda Ramsey 24:00

14d ago24:00

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Send us a text This special one-on-one podcast was created to encourage you to start now so you can have a completed, messy, rough draft by the end of the year. It is never too late to start achieving your goal of writing your book. In this episode, I go over the foundation aspects you can start creating in September before we jump into plotting an…

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3: Writing in a Community with Kim Mosiman 24:33

21d ago24:33

24:33

Send us a text Shonda Ramsey interviews Kim Mosiman, a nutritionist, personal trainer, and author of "Reflections of Joy." Kim discusses her journey from running a gym to writing a book about balancing health and happiness. She shares her experiences with menopause, arthritis, and the importance of self-care. Kim emphasizes the value of writing com…

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2: Writing and Work-Life Balance with Jill Gunderson 24:32

28d ago24:32

24:32

Send us a text Shonda Ramsey interviews Jill Gunderson, a debut author whose time travel mystery romance, "That Time I Loved You," was released in December 2023. Jill discusses her writing process, including her favorite snacks, tools, and the challenges of balancing family life with writing. She shares her journey from starting a Bookstagram to pu…

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1: Getting Started with Shonda Ramsey 12:42

1M ago12:42

12:42

Send us a text Shonda Ramsey, a host and indie author, discusses overcoming writer's block and starting the writing process. She emphasizes the importance of setting the mood with ambient music and not editing while writing to avoid self-criticism. For nonfiction, she advises writing freely and saving drafts for later refinement. For fiction, she s…

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Dear Indie Author - Podcast Announcement 1:48

1M ago1:48

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Send us a text Shonda Ramsey, the host of the "Dear Indie Author" podcast, announces the launch of its first season. The podcast aims to support aspiring authors by sharing insights from industry professionals and published authors on the self-publishing process. Ramsey expresses her hope that listeners will gain new tips, tricks, and techniques to…

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Dear Indie Author - Trailer 1:02

1M ago1:02

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Send us a text Shonda Ramsey, a host and fellow indie author, addresses the common fear among indie authors regarding the self-publishing process. She reassures authors that they are not alone and introduces a team of industry professionals and published authors to support them. Ramsey emphasizes that fear should not hinder the sharing of stories a…

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Ep. 28: A "Batty" Investigation (Bon Bon and the Animals) 51:12

5M ago51:12

51:12

Our daring trio has to investigate a mole in "Still Lowding's" justice system, when they encounter an unexpected roommate. Special thanks to our friends at the Pocket Bard app for letting us use their interactive sound system for tabletop RPGs and more!Roadblock Writers

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Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism (Book Review) 33:02

7M ago33:02

33:02

[Rebroadcast of Ep. 14] In this episode, Carter asks Colby about what he learned from reading Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport. Be sure to check out Newport's latest book, Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.Carter Johnson and Colby S.

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52 | The Theory of Creativity 39:18

7M ago39:18

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Do legitimate common denominators exists across creative disciplines? If so, can we clearly identify these parallels and unify our thoughts about the creative process? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby wrestle with these questions. They begin to sketch (tentatively) a unifying “theory of creativity.” Such theory might help us, they hop…

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51 | How John Steinbeck Reinvented His Craft 26:05

8M ago26:05

26:05

Why did John Steinbeck almost give up writing novels? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby inaugurate a new series, Creative Case Studies. Their first installment is a story about American writer John Steinbeck. Specifically, Carter recounts Steinbeck’s creative collapse after writing The Grapes of Wrath. In the midst of personal and prof…

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50 | Tracking Creative Growth 40:45

8M ago40:45

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Is my work improving? This is a crucial — yet difficult — question to answer. In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss how to track creative growth, the difference between lead and lag metrics, and an interesting phenomenon they've seen unfold in many artistic careers. ---- Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 2:15 Lead and lag metrics 11:38 E…

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49 | 11 Protocols for Revising Creative Work 41:10

9M ago41:10

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You have probably heard the phrase “writing is revision,” but how do you actually revise? What does good revision — practically speaking — look like? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discus the central protocols that drive their revision processes. The conversation includes both paradigmatic approaches and practical tactics. ---- Chap…

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48 | Creative Review of 2023 39:46

9M ago39:46

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby do a year-end review for 2023. They survey the year’s successes, shortcomings, and lessons, reflecting on moments of inspiration and the second year of the podcast. ---- Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:19 What went well? 7:16 What went poorly? 13:51 What did you learn? 24:26 What inspired you? 30:10 Favo…

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Starkid's 'VHS Christmas Carols' with Janaya Mahealani Jones 1:01:09

9M ago1:01:09

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Janaya Mahealani Jones, star of the newest Starkid musical 'VHS Christmas Carols', joins me to chat about the show! Check out the VHS Christmas Carols digital ticket, available now through the end of 2023! For live episodes, join me on Twitch at Twitch.TV/curtmega Join my Patreon.com/curtmega Follow me on IG, TikTok, Twitter (X), and Threads: @curt…

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VHS Christmas Carols with James Tolbert 1:11:27

10M ago1:11:27

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Director James Tolbert joins me to chat about directing the newest Starkid musical, VHS Christmas Carols! Check out the VHS Christmas Carols digital ticket, available now through the end of 2023! For live episodes, join me on Twitch at Twitch.TV/curtmega Join my Patreon.com/curtmega Follow me on IG, TikTok, Twitter (X), and Threads: @curtmega…

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47 | Exploring Category Design 41:51

10M ago41:51

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Do I need to create a category of one? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby explore the role of category design in creative pursuits. Their conversation addresses a root problem: How do you avoid being “just another voice” in your craft? In addressing this challenge, they wrestle with multiple potential solutions and the consequent tensio…

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46 | Writing a PhD Dissertation, and How to Manage Big Creative Projects 34:54

10M ago34:54

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How do you write a dissertation? We’re not sure, but Carter is about to find out. In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss Carter’s recent benchmark in his doctoral program. He shares some advice he received during his last exam and thoughts about embarking on his largest project to date. ---- Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 3:42 Setting …

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45 | 6 Quotes on the Creative Process from Annie Dillard 43:24

11M ago43:24

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Are you looking for sage creative advice from a master writer? Look no further. In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss a number of quotes on the creative process from Annie Dillard. Their conversation, following Dillard, cuts across the Craft’s four creative first principles: create, revise, share, and sustain. ---- Chapters: 0:00 I…

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44 | Keep Showing Up: Overcoming 3 Creative Roadblocks 41:00

11M ago41:00

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I feel uninspired. What now? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss different types of creative roadblocks. They explore the phenomenon of “stuckness” in regard to artistic identity, specific projects, and skill development. They also share a list of actions/ideas that can help reinvigorate and reinspire. ----- Chapters: 0:00 Introd…

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43 | Reflections on a Conversation With Warwick Saint 39:10

12M ago39:10

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby elaborate on their recent conversation with painter, photographer, and mixed-media artist Warwick Saint. They share their favorite moments and lessons from the interview ----- Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 4:33 Cardboard boxes and creativity 7:39 The artistic edge 10:03 Reinvention and renewal 18:50 Poin…

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42 | Warwick Saint (Painter, Photographer, & Mixed Media Artist) 1:08:26

12M ago1:08:26

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby sit down with Warwick Saint. He is a prolific and award-winning artist who has photographed some of the most iconic actors/actresses, athletes, musicians, and brands, such as Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, Zendaya, Miley Cyrus, Lebron James, John Legend, DJ Khaled, Beyoncé, Daniel Craig, Jamie Foxx, Nike…

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41 | “The Creative Process” by James Baldwin 27:36

1y ago27:36

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What can we learn from James Baldwin about the creative process? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss Baldwin's essay “The Creative Process," exploring how art is connected to self-knowledge and truth. Additionally, they explore the tumultuous yet crucial relationship between the artist and society. ----- Chapters: 0:00 Introducti…

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40 | When Should I Quit My Creative Project? 39:26

1y ago39:26

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Should you stop making the EP, stop writing the novel, or stop building the YouTube channel? Or, do you need to commit to going through the Dip and reaching the summit on the other side? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss this often fraught question. They apply two heuristic mental models that can help inform our decision to qui…

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39 | Why Do We Love Beautiful Products? 54:57

1y ago54:57

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Why spend $25 on a pencil sharpener when a $.99 one will get the job done? Why spend $300 on a raincoat when you could spend $25? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby explore the craft of beautiful products. What makes a product special or beautiful? Why are we drawn to certain products, even when they cost more money? Their conversation …

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38 | Will Mason (Singer-Songwriter) 1:09:12

1y ago1:09:12

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby sit down with Will Mason to talk about his creative process as a songwriter. They discuss his upcoming EP, Freedom, and break down two tracks from the project. The conversation covers topics ranging from crafting lyrics to finding your voice to facing creative roadblocks. Listen to Freedom here. ----- …

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37 | Can You Grow Your Audience Without Selling Out? 47:29

1y ago47:29

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Can you grow your audience without “selling out”? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss creative growth, outlining its healthy and malignant forms. They begin the conversation by defining growth and then identify two specific problems: 1) sleazy growth 2) personal vulnerability. They explore principles for healthy growth and discus…

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36 | Introducing Dwelling: Launching a Substack, the Future of Publishing, and the Power of Newsletters 45:34

1y ago45:34

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Should you create a Substack publication? And why did Carter start one? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss “Dwelling: Exploring the non-identical in life and art,” Carter’s new publication. They explore the origins of the project and the future of publishing in general. In addition to discussing Dwelling, their conversation expa…

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35 | What is Your Creative Strategy? 49:45

1+ y ago49:45

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“You need a strategy.” We hear this mantra from all disciplines, but what does it mean? In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby work to define strategy and understand how strategic thinking manifests in creative pursuits. The discussion explores the difficulty of diagnosing the root problem and imposing proximate objectives. They conclude by…

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34 | Tyler Johnson (Cofounder of KING ZEHN) 47:47

1+ y ago47:47

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In this episode of The Craft, Colby and Carter sit down with Tyler Johnson. Tyler is a filmmaker and creator from Roanoke, Virginia who is currently working out of Nashville, Tennesee. He is the co-founder of KING ZEHN Entertainment. Focusing primarily on real-time comedy sketches, King Zehn has established a large presence in the realm of short-fo…

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33 | Susan Hensel (Mixed Media Artist) 50:55

1+ y ago50:55

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby sit down with multimedia artist Susan Hensel to talk about her 50-year career as an artist. The conversation begins with Susan explaining her creative process in starting new projects but quickly moves to a diverse range of topics. Susan discusses the nuanced physics of color, the embodied experience o…

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32 | Resonance: A Sociology of Our Relationship to the World (Book Review) 44:40

1+ y ago44:40

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss Hartmut Rosa’s Resonance: A Sociology of our Relationship to the World. The discussion begins by establishing Rosa’s concepts of alienation and acceleration. As modernity compresses more into less time, we begin to approach the world as silent, mute to our experience. The alternative to alienat…

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31 | Cole Isaac (Artist & Songwriter) 1:10:32

1+ y ago1:10:32

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In this special episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby sit down with Cole Isaac, a conscious creative from Kelowna, BC. Their conversation covers a wide range of topics. Cole breaks down his songwriting process and discusses what it takes to find and cultivate an authentic artistic voice, a process that involves letting go of the opinions of others…

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30 | Developing Creative Grit (Book Review) 39:03

1+ y ago39:03

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In this episode of The Craft, Colby leads a book review of Angela Duckworth's Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. The conversation specifically explores how the book's central concepts apply to creative endeavors. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance Send feedback or topic ideas to heycraftpodcast@gmail.com. · · Cover art was design…

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29 | We Tried Hemingway’s Creative Practice (Write One True Sentence Daily) 41:31

1+ y ago41:31

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss a specific creative practice. During his recent solo road trip to California, Carter adopted (with Colby’s prompting) Hemingway’s maxim “one true sentence” as a way to document his journey. He attempted to articulate an essence from each day in a single sentence, forgoing note-taking for a prac…

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28 | The Creative Act by Rick Rubin, Crafting Art, How to Know When Art is Done 32:46

1+ y ago32:46

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On this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby read a chapter from Rick Rubin's new book called The Creative Act: A Way of Being and react to it. Send feedback or topic ideas to heycraftpodcast@gmail.com. · · Cover art was designed by Elizabeth Newell. Learn more about her work at elizabethnewelldesign.com or on Instagram @elizabethisadesigner.…

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Ep. 27: A New Apartment (Bon Bon and the Animals) 1:04:38

1+ y ago1:04:38

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Our adventurers find themselves waking up from a weird shared dream in totally new living quarters. Find out what they get themselves into in this "new town"? on Quest Fest!Roadblock Writers

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27 | Is AI Art Real Art? We Asked ChatGPT 39:31

1+ y ago39:31

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss how new innovations in artificial intelligence intersect with the creative world. They explore the theoretical underpinnings of the claim that AI can "create art," a topic that elicits Carter's phenomenological objection! Moving toward the practical, they discuss how creatives can leverage the …

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Ep. 26: The Severing (The Misfits) 1:24:48

1+ y ago1:24:48

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A historic battle comes to a conclusion. Join The Misfits as they fight valiantly in battle and deal with the aftermath on Quest Fest.Roadblock Writers

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Introducing The Craft 2:38

1+ y ago2:38

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The Craft explores the cultivation of creativity across multiple disciplines and interests. If you're a writer, music producer, photographer, filmmaker, marketer, designer, illustrator, composer, or just someone who loves to learn about the creative process, this show is for you. Hosted by Carter Davis Johnson (Writer, PhD student) and Colby (Marke…

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26 | Steal Like an Artist Book Review, Wisdom from Rick Rubin 48:58

1+ y ago48:58

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss one of their favorite creative books, Austin Kleon's Steal Like an Artist. They explore the book's central concept: the importance and freedom of creating within an artistic tradition and community (i.e. stealing!). As Picasso said and Kleon notes, "Art is theft." They discuss multiple topics w…

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Ep. 25: A Battle for the Ages Cont. (The Misfits) 35:45

1+ y ago35:45

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Join The Misfits as they continue to try to understand the conflict between old Bastion and the Grasslandians and what involvement these terrifying people with the powers of gods have to do with it.Roadblock Writers

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25 | Did We Misname the Pod? What’s the Difference Between Craft and Art? 42:58

1+ y ago42:58

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby theorize the distinction between a craft and art. They discuss how we use these terms in conversation, exploring how the connotations (and denotations) might demarcate similar and different activities. They arrive at a tentative definition of the craft: the pursuit of artfulness in work; or, an artisti…

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Ep. 24: A False Accusation (The Dropouts) 47:32

1+ y ago47:32

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Join us as the Dropouts of have finished recounting the story of how they got to this tavern... or at least what they can remember of it, and are approached by some paladins accusing them of crimes they don't quite remember committing. How will they get out of this predicament? Find out on Quest Fest!…

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24 | Building a Second Brain 16:44

1+ y ago16:44

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss building a second brain. They begin the conversation by describing what is a “second brain” and its place within the broader realm of knowledge management. They emphasize the importance of saving and organizing information, making your work searchable in the future. Additionally, they discuss F…

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Ep. 23: A Foggy Retelling (The Dropouts) 1:05:10

1+ y ago1:05:10

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The Dropouts continue to recount the tale of how they got to this tavern in the present day, but as they tell the story their memories become cloudy one by one. How did they get the tavern? And why did they leave the school? Find out on Quest Fest!Roadblock Writers

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Ep. 22.5: Buffalo Wild Whoops (Bonus Content) 13:12

1+ y ago13:12

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HI everyone! It's your friendly neighborhood Quest Fest producer Cameron here to say 'Oops, I goofed again and forgot to get you your episode on time.' I hope to have it to you by tomorrow, but in the meantime, here is some bonus content of us rambling before the session. Disclaimer: this was recorded a while ago, so pardon us for any outdated refe…

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23 | Practice is Everything: Drills, Projects, and the Pressure to Publish 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby discuss the role of practice - specifically creative drills - in the pursuit of excellence. They begin by discussing the potential dangers of overemphasizing immediate action and/or publishing. The conversation complicates when considering build-in-public and behind-the-scenes projects. As the issue cl…

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Ep. 22: A Dangerous Assignment Cont. (The Dropouts) 1:10:23

1+ y ago1:10:23

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Join us as we revisit our friends, the Dropouts, as they continue their dangerous school assignment. Will they make good grades? Is there foul play afoot? Find out on Quest Fest! Disclaimer: All of these episodes were recorded in weird orders. Some quite a while ago. The Dropouts were largely recorded while we were testing recording remotely and we…

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22 | Review of 2022 49:29

2y ago49:29

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In this episode of The Craft, Carter and Colby do an end-of-the-year-review. They discuss the development of their crafts by answering four questions: What went well? What went poorly? What did you learn? What inspired you? They also briefly discuss the future of The Craft. Here is a beefy list of works they mention (in no particular order): Songma…

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