Live A Meaningful Story

How do we continue to do good, even when everything around us is falling apart? In this week's episode, we continue exploring the theme of acceptance through HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE by Studio Ghibli. Featuring an eclectic family made up of a cursed woman, an insecure wizard, a mute scarecrow, and a fire demon, we find at its heart a tale about carrying one's burdens. We also discuss the difference between Eastern and Western storytelling, and how that's reflected in the films of Hayao Miyazaki. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Howl's Moving Castle' (1:40)
Understanding Miyazaki's Themes & Symbolism (3:29)
Eastern vs. Western Storytelling (10:54)
Sophie Making the Best of Her Situation (16:18)
Confronting Our Insecurities (23:10)
Compassion as Carrying One's Burdens (28:31)
Conclusion (35:36)
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How does conflict inform how we see ourselves, and who we ultimately become? This week, we dive into the gritty action-war film Fury and wrestle with this family forged by war, and how it informs their sense of identity and purpose. We also discuss several storytelling techniques Fury uses, including save the cat, Biblical symbolism, and the thematic opening. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Fury' (1:28)
Analyzing 'Fury' (4:23)
Maintaining Your Humanity in Wartime (20:41)
Accepting Your Calling (31:21)
Conclusion (36:12)
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Have you ever struggled to let go of the past? If so, then the bittersweet romance in 'Past Lives' might resonate with you. As we analyze this film, we'll share how everything from the Beatles song "In My Life" to the concept of Re-Authoring can help us live more fully in the moment. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Past Lives' (1:26)
'Past Lives' Analysis (3:14)
Our Stories of Letting Go (24:34)
Conclusion (34:18)
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Whoever controls the narrative can shape reality to how they see fit. In our analysis of the newly released 'Dune Part Two', we confront the beauties and horrors of storytelling. You'll also learn how 'Dune' embodies a Narrative Therapy perspective on identity, confront the dark side of religion, and explore the various archetypes within Paul Atreides. 
Introduction (0:00)
'Dune' & the Power of Storytelling (1:24)
Identity in 'Dune': Fixed or Dynamic? (7:49)
Archetypes in Paul Atreides (9:45)
A Twisted Hero's Journey (21:38)
Flesh vs. Spirit: The Shadow Side of Religion (25:25)
'Dune's' Powerful Ending (36:00)
Conclusion (48:16)
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Dreams are messages from the deep; but where will our dreams ultimately take us? In this episode, we begin our deep dive into all things 'Dune', including an analysis of the 2021 film. We explore this cautionary tale through the lenses of identity and destiny, incorporating insights from Jonathan Gottschall's book The Storytelling Animal. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Dune' (1:33)
'Dune's' Context (4:26)
Analyzing 'Dune' (13:18)
The Storytelling Animal & 'Dune's' Relevancy (36:20)
Conclusion (41:46)
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In our first bonus episode, we share an outtake from our Star Wars conversation regarding Joseph Campbell's "Atonement with the Father" stage, and how it connects with both Return of the Jedi and Derrick's healing with his own father. 
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How do we break free from autopilot? We wrestle with this question by exploring the temptation to outsource to technology, as seen in both  'Wall-E' and '2001 Space Odyssey'. And Jason shares his journey of breaking free through cultivating curiosity and wonder in his life. 
Introduction (0:00)
Defining a “Jason Movie”: Becoming an Active Protagonist (1:20)
Autopilot in 'Wall-E' and '2001 Space Odyssey' (6:48)
Cultivating Curiosity and Wonder in Jason's Story (10:50)
Connecting Our Origin Stories (27:51)
Conclusion (31:27)
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How is connection the key to human flourishing? The film Wall-E explores the relationships between humanity, technology, the earth, and what happens when things go awry. Jason leads us in a conversation about Wall-E that traverses dystopias, identity, and the Narrative Practice of Re-Membering, so we can find ways to connect that help us flourish. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Wall-E' (1:30)
A Dystopia that's Relevant for Today (8:43)
How Wall-E Helps Us Find Meaningful Connections (13:04)
Re-Membering in 'Wall-E' (21:23)
Conclusion (28:07)
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How do the fears and traumas we've experienced affect the way we live? Joseph shares his story, and how it mirrors many of the fears and traumas portrayed in the Avengers films. We also share some insights from neuroscience about traumatic narratives in the brain, and working with kids who have experienced trauma.  
Introduction (0:00)
Defining a "Joseph Movie": Confronting Trauma (1:31)
Avengers Age of Ultron and Joseph's Story (5:13)
Finding Our Worthiness (20:01)
Neuro-Narrative Therapy and the Absent but Implicit (24:51)
Gaining Clarity with an Unclouded Vision for Life (32:10)
Conclusion (34:18)
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How does the struggle to control manifest in your life? In 'Avengers Age of Ultron', this desire to control is evident in Tony Stark, as the layers of his psyche unravel through the personas of Iron Man, Ultron, and Vision. Through this film, Joseph shows how Stark's journey can help us avoid falling into the trap of the God-complex. 
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose 'Avengers Age of Ultron' (1:41)
Control and the God-Complex in 'Age of Ultron' (7:48)
References to Frankenstein, Pinocchio, and the Bible (21:18)
Addressing the God-Complex in Tony Stark through Ultron & Vision (26:58)
Conclusion (32:58)
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