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Live A Meaningful Story

All Things Narrative

Welcome to the Live A Meaningful Story Podcast, where we connect the movies we love with the stories we live. We are four friends with different backgrounds who love watching movies and conversing about their deeper meanings. Each week, we discuss a film, wrestling with how its story, characters, settings, genres, and themes connect to the stories we find ourselves living. We often relate these films to principles found in Narrative Therapy and our Christian faith. Through this podcast, you will

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01:36:16

Why We Love Slice of Life (Comedies & Dramas)

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2023/12/05

Companionship, grief, work, parenting, coming of age. Sometimes, we just need stories that remind us of what it means to be human. And for our final entry in our genre series, we focus on those kinds of Slice of Life stories. These films and shows fluctuate between the comedies and dramas of life, causing us to wrestle with what it all means. And for the first time, the guys are joined by Derrick's wife, Tori, making for a fitting finale of this series. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Slice of

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01:33:53

Why We Love Superheroes

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2023/11/21

When two Jewish immigrants published a story in 1938 about a Superman, they birthed something that would take the 21st Century by storm: the superhero genre. And now 85 years later, many argue that the genre is running out of steam. We investigate how superheroes stay alive by blending with other genres, while wrestling with what this genre means for our lives, and whether or not it's time to move on to other kinds of stories. Join us for a celebration (and potential funeral) of a genre that's

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01:58:07

Life in the Gray - Our Journeys with God, Church, and...

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2023/11/07

When things aren't black or white, we live life in the gray. On this special episode, Derrick reunites with Luther Menard, his former co-host from the 'Life in the Gray' podcast. While listening to old clips from the show, they reflect on their journeys of deconstructing ideas about God, church, and culture in a public manner. This conversation also explores Luther's path towards Eastern Orthodoxy, Derrick's growing struggle with the 'Christian' label, and how to embrace the messiness of the stories

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01:42:14

Why We Love Horror

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2023/10/24

Why are we so drawn to things that scare us? What are the ethical ramifications of creating and consuming horrific stories? In this Halloween special, we continue our genre series by diving into the evils and hells of Horror. We discuss stories about the monsters we face in life, and the dangers of the monsters we might become. Along the way, we wrestle with whether we should even give these stories the time of day, and what the implications of these stories are for Narrative Therapy. Introduction

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20:35

Why You Should Read More Non-Fiction

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2023/10/10

How do works of philosophy, personal development, psychology, history, theology, and biographies improve our life stories? In this sequel to our Why We Love Fiction episode, we discuss the ways non-fiction both affirms and challenges our beliefs, with examples from works in the Great Books Cannon of Western Civilization. Derrick also shares recommended books about storytelling and Narrative Therapy. All Things Narrative cultivates personal development through storytelling. Become more

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01:29:21

Why We Love Westerns

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2023/09/26

How do we find our values in a lawless society? What is the narrative of what we call 'The West'? In this installment of our genre series, we explore the rugged terrains of the Western genre. For our discussion, each of us picks a Western film that helps us understand why this genre resonates with so many people, and what it has to say about how we grapple with what it means to be human. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Westerm Genre [The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly] (3:26) Derrick's Pick: Once

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53:59

How Narratives Affect Our Minds and Bodies [feat....

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2023/09/12

Have you ever told yourself a story, or held a belief, that limited what you could do? In this episode, transformational coach Caroline Rena helps us explore the relationships between narratives and our own beings. Our conversation takes us on a journey through Jungian archetypes, generational differences, and the super power of being an empath. Introductions (0:00) Defining 'Empath' and 'Highly-Sensitive' (4:20) Narrative Therapy and Our Minds and Bodies (8:43) How Different Generations Deal with

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50:15

Analyzing No Country For Old Men

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2023/08/29

Do you think it's getting harder to do good deeds in our modern society? Is the world getting worse, or has it always been this bad? In this second part to our previous episode, we continue our discussion on the Crime genre with an analysis of the Coen Brothers' thought-provoking film No Country For Old Men. We wrestle with this challenging commentary about the nature of arbitrary violence in our chaotic world. Llewelyn Moss stumbles upon dead bodies, $2 million and a hoard of heroin in a Texas

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49:16

Analyzing The Godfather

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2023/08/15

How far would you go to protect your family? What happens when life gives a man an offer he can't refuse? Would he sell his on soul to attain it? Derrick is joined by Nick, Joseph, Jason, and professional screenwriter Kyle Arrington, to analyze one of cinema's finest achievements: The Godfather. We explore this family drama set within the Crime genre, and what it has to say about the nature of the American Way, and humanity itself. Spanning the years 1945 to 1955, a chronicle of the fictional

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41:20

Why You Should Read More Fiction

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2023/08/01

Why should you bother giving your precious time to reading long-form novels about things that never really happened? In this episode, we discuss how fiction contains Truth that can help you become a more empathetic person, better understand your cultural context, and ultimately wrestle with what it means to be human. Introduction (0:00) The Art of Reading (5:06) The Case for Fiction (with The Brothers Karamasov) (12:23) Reading List Recommendations (26:26) C.S. Lewis on Becoming More Literate

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58:14

Who Wants To Be Famous? (Deconstructing Our...

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2023/07/18

Have you ever thought less of yourself when comparing yourself with others? How do we find significance outside of what we do? Joining us today is dear friend, author, and founder of The Hood Library, Thomas Wilson III. Thomas discusses the release of his first book Who Wants To Be Famous? as a modern day parable written for today's youth. We examine the narratives and discourses around success, and how they affect the ways we see ourselves. Introductions (0:00) Inspirations for Writing a Book

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01:20:48

Why We Love Historical Narratives (Political Epics,...

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2023/07/04

How do we select and interpret the narratives we call History? What is our relationship with that History via storytelling? Derrick's wife Tori joins us for an informative discussion on the nature of history, and how that's reflected through various film genres including political epics, war, biopics, and even historical fiction. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Historical Genre & Political Epics [Lincoln, Mr. Smith Goes To Washington] (3:19) Historical Fiction [The Great Gatsby, Les

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01:43:40

Why We Love Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)

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2023/06/20

How do we find our place in an ever-changing world? In this entry of our genre series, the guys return to discuss Science Fiction. While these stories may warn us about the threats of technology and aliens, Sci-Fi at its heart is about exploring what it means to be human. Join us for a lively conversation as we prob our favorite Science Fiction narratives and how they inform our existence. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Sci-Fi Genre and Social Commentary [The Mitchells vs. The Machines, The

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51:52

Entrepreneurship and Controlling Your Destiny [feat....

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2023/06/06

We love taking control of our lives! But what happens when life throws us curveballs? How do we continue to pursue what we love even when things happen outside of our control? Joining us is below fellow podcaster and entrepreneur Jeremy Norfus. As we discuss his story, we navigate the tension between pursuing what we want and doing what needs to be done. Introductions (0:00) Humble Beginnings (3:17) How Trials Shape Who We Become (17:08) Navigating the Entrepreneurial Life (30:19) Living

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01:38:57

Why We Love Fantasy

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2023/05/23

Why are we so drawn to Fantasy lands and larger-than-life characters? How can Fantasy stories help us better engage with our world? Derrick is joined by the return of Joseph, Jason, and Nick to take a deep dive into the Fantasy genre using JRR Tolkien as our guide. We also discuss our recent experiences at Mega Con Orlando. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Fantasy Genre [LOTR, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Studio Ghibli] (3:28) Fairy Tales [Disney, Shrek, Monty Python, Into the Woods] (27:13) Travel

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Legacy and Our Hopes for the Future

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2023/05/09

How will your story be remembered? What will you leave behind for the next generation? Today, we discuss legacy, and how it allows us to take an active role in shaping our future. We explore legacy from all different angles, including letters from deceased loved ones, the book of Ecclesiastes, Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns, and the contrast between the young genius and the old sage. Support us on patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership All Things Narrative

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01:04:39

Why We Love Action and Adventurous Journeys [feat....

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2023/04/25

Why are we drawn to heart-bounding adventurous and perilous journeys? Proverb Newsome joins us to explore Action stories, and how they challenge us to face our conflicts courageously. We discuss some of our favorite Action films, including 2022's hit Top Gun Maverick, and how going to college relates to the Hero’s Journey. Introduction (0:00) Defining the Action Genre (6:53) Discussing Examples of Action Films (12:50) Seven Samurai (14:32) 21 Jump Street, Die Hard (16:21) G.I. Joe, Pirates of the

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Building Bridges Between Narrative Therapy and Family...

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2023/04/11

Joining us this week is clinical social worker and family psychotherapist Keren Gonzalez. Along with Keren's story, we discuss various Narrative Therapy concepts (externalizing, re-authoring, absent but implicit, etc.) and how they connect with Keren's practice and passion as a mental health advocate. Keren Gonzalez graduated from Florida Atlantic University with her Master’s in Social Work and has her LCSW. She completed her undergraduate studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University where she

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01:36:46

Why We Love Metaphysical Journeys (The Philosophical,...

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2023/03/28

You ever had an experience with a story that stirred something profound within you? Though most stories explore one's inner-life, there is an often neglected category of stories that specialize in the metaphysical. These journeys examine the philosophical, religious, and spiritual components that reshape our identity and make life meaningful. Jason and Nick return to the podcast to explore why these stories resonate with us so much, and what it's like for us to embark on our own metaphysical

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Nostalgia and Our Longing for the Past

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2023/03/14

What does it look like to have a healthy relationship with your past? This week, we dive into the phenomenon that is nostalgia, and why we cling to it in these uncertain times. We also explore the ways we engage with our memories, using examples from The Twilight Zone, Spider-Man, and My Chemical Romance. Support us through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthingsnarrativepodcast/membership All Things Narrative cultivates personal development through storytelling. Become more purpose-driven by

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