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The Inkwell Podcast with host Blake Reichenbach dives deep into the world of creativity, storytelling, and the joy of the written word. Through a blend of personal insights and lively discussions with authors and other creative minds, Blake unpacks the lessons from the books he reads, weaving them into conversations about how creativity enriches all aspects of life. Designed like a dynamic book club, the podcast explores how to navigate a creative life amidst the demands of a career, family, ...
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I'm on a journey to turn my creative life into passive income, and I want to share my lessons, successes, and failures along the way!
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Lessons on Craft and Creativity from KAOS
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In this episode of Inkling Insights, I dive into the Netflix series KAOS to explore valuable lessons for writers. Whether you're crafting novels, screenplays, or any form of narrative, you'll gain insights on: Worldbuilding without info-dumping: I break down how KAOS introduces its complex mythology-based world through character actions and perspec…
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Mastering the Craft of Storytelling with Lisa Cron
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In this episode, Blake discusses the profound impact of storytelling with guest Lisa Cron, an expert in the science and function of narrative. Lisa, author of 'Wired for Story,' 'Story Genius,' and 'Story or Die,' elaborates on the biological underpinnings of story and its influence on human behavior. This conversation underscores the necessity for…
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Story Genius, Part II: External Gauntlets & Internal Growth: Story Genius Part 3 Explored
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In this video script, Blake Reichenbach continues his analysis of Lisa Cron's book 'Story Genius' by delving into part three, which focuses on integrating plot with protagonist development. Reichenbach discusses how Cron shifts from character backstory to present action, emphasizing the distinction between plot (sequence of events) and story (chara…
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Beyond Outlining: A Deep Dive into Lisa Cron's Story Genius (Part One)
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In this episode of Inkling Insights, Blake Reichenbach explores key themes and methodologies from Lisa Cron's book, Story Genius. Blake discusses the evolutionary role of storytelling in human survival, debunks common writing myths, and offers practical exercises to craft compelling protagonists and meaningful narratives. This episode covers parts …
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Inkwell Insights: Where Creativity Meets Life
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In the inaugural episode of Inkwell Insights, host Blake Reichenbach introduces the podcast focused on books, storytelling, creativity, and curiosity. Blake explains the book club format of the show, shares his personal experiences with writing and creativity, and discusses the importance of integrating creativity into everyday life. He reflects on…
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Episode 1: Blank Pages and the Joy of Starting New Projects
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Starting a new project is intimidating. The blank page can be a scary place. Luckily, it doesn't need to be. Here's how you can make new starts successful, exciting, and a fulfilling part of the creative life and your journey to generating passive income.
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