Some stories make you laugh. Others make you cry. And some can make you laugh, cry, cower in terror, and want a nice cup of tea with a friend. In this episode’s Story School Tim and Nick examine the range of emotions that some stories can carry and how creators can help readers\/viewers feel deeply.<\/p>\n
In the second half, your trusted hosts revisit old topics with new twists in “Previously On…,” asking such questions as “What are the metaphysical implications of human communication?” and “Why do people like cheese?”<\/p>\n
Whatever your mood, listening to this newest episode of your premiere podcast on storytelling, Derailed Trains of Thought, is sure to brighten your day.<\/p>\n
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