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Episode 170: Five in Five Series Part 5

We’re back after a brief hiatus for another instalment of our world famous Five in Five Series. This is where your hosts, Stefan and Paul, pick a theme and break that theme down into five topics across five short episodes. And to add one more five, we have exactly five minutes to make our cases. For this series, we’ll be talking about what to do when you want to tell a story at a storytelling…

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Episode 169: Five in Five Series Part 4

We’re back after a brief hiatus for another instalment of our world famous Five in Five Series. This is where your hosts, Stefan and Paul, pick a theme and break that theme down into five topics across five short episodes. And to add one more five, we have exactly five minutes to make our cases. For this series, we’ll be talking about what to do when you want to tell a story at a storytelling…

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Episode 168: Five in Five Series Part 3

We’re back after a brief hiatus for another instalment of our world famous Five in Five Series. This is where your hosts, Stefan and Paul, pick a theme and break that theme down into five topics across five short episodes. And to add one more five, we have exactly five minutes to make our cases. For this series, we’ll be talking about what to do when you want to tell a story at a storytelling…

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Episode 167: Five in Five Series Part 2

We’re back after a brief hiatus for another instalment of our world famous Five in Five Series. This is where your hosts, Stefan and Paul, pick a theme and break that theme down into five topics across five short episodes. And to add one more five, we have exactly five minutes to make our cases. For this series, we’ll be talking about what to do when you want to tell a story at a storytelling…

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Episode 166: Five in Five Series Part 1

We’re back after a brief hiatus for another instalment of our world famous Five in Five Series. This is where your hosts, Stefan and Paul, pick a theme and break that theme down into five topics across five short episodes. And to add one more five, we have exactly five minutes to make our cases. For this series, we’ll be talking about what to do when you want to tell a story at a storytelling…

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Episode 165: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Paul & Stefan - Part 2

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. This is a companion piece to the previous episode in the feed. After Brianne…

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Episode 164: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Paul & Stefan - Part 1

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 163: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Misha

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 162: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Veronica

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 161: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Georgette

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 160: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Joey

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 159: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Luke

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 158: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Monica

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 157: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Jake

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 156: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Erin

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 155: 10 Year Anniversary Series - Brianne Benness

Stories We Don’t Tell is celebrating our 10 year anniversary and to mark this, we have put together a special 10 part series. We picked ten people who have told stories with us, one person from each year, and interviewed them. We really do attract some incredibly interesting people and these interviews do not disappoint. We went in wanting to know the interview subjects’ relationship to…

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Episode 154: A Trip Around the World

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Chris shares a story about travelling all around the world to find out what home means to him. Stefan and Paul discuss how to bring together a…

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Episode 153: Universal Stories

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. First, we hear an impactful and beautiful story that is about a relationship between a mother and daughter, and so much more. Stefan and Paul…

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Episode 152: Editing Revisited

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Jingshu shares an incredibly heartfelt story about her grandfather. Stefan and Paul revisit one of their favourite, and often overlooked,…

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Episode 151: Twist Endings

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Abdallah shares a story about a very unique cactus plant. Paul and Stefan talk about how to make effective use of twist endings. The podcast is…

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Episode 150: Translations

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Alena shares a story about a relationship slowly breaking up. Paul and Stefan talk about how to translate a written essay into a performed…

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Episode 149: Taboo Topics

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Paul shares a story about doing things alone as a single person. Stefan then joins him to talk about using humour to dig into taboo topics.…

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Episode 148: Themes Revisited

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Stefan shares a multi-generational story about trying to stay afloat. Paul then joins him to talk about one of their favourite topics: themes.…

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Episode 147: Date Night

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Veronica shares a story about finally finding the time to go out on a date, but it doesn’t end well. Paul and Stefan talk about structuring a…

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Episode 146: Alternate Timelines

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Sam shares a story about breaking his neck - in this timeline, at least. Paul and Stefan talk about how to take a very plot-driven story that…

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Episode 145: Vision Boards

It’s been a while, but we’re finally back with a new batch of episodes. As per usual, each episode kicks off with a story recorded live at one of our events. Following the story is a discussion with the SWDT Crew about the art of writing and storytelling. Lee-Anne shares a story about creating a vision board that manifests an experience that is perhaps a bit more dangerous than she had expected.…

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Episode 144: No Content

It’s been a minute. You’re going to have to wait a bit longer for some new stories. This episode is all updates, no content. The SWDT Crew gathers in-person for the first time in a long time to briefly discuss some upcoming things. We are all very excited about those things and think you should be too. This episode was engineered by Salmon the Cat. The big announcement is we’re planning an event!…

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Episode 143: Failure

On this episode of the Stories We Don’t Tell Podcast, the crew talks about writing stories about failure. But first, Monica shares her story about the highs and lows of her career. In addition to new episodes of the podcast, the SWDT Crew is doing online storytelling workshops over the summer. If you're interested in participating, send a message through the Contact form. For information on the…

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Episode 142: Places and Spaces

On this episode of the Stories We Don’t Tell Podcast, the crew discusses writing a story that takes place in a specific location. They have some tips and tricks on how to go back into your mind and imagination to tell a story rich in detail. But first, Jette shares her story about some memories of her past. In addition to new episodes of the podcast, the SWDT Crew is doing online storytelling…

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Episode 141: A change is as good as a rest

As we periodically have been over the last year, the podcast is back with some fresh stories. The SWDT crew talks about how a story can evolve over time. But before that, Vishal shares a story that he wrote during our online workshops. In addition to new episodes of the podcast, the SWDT Crew is doing online storytelling workshops. If you're interested in participating, send a message through the…

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Episode 140: I don't want to write about this

On this episode, Brittany shares a deeply personal story about writing and dealing with depression. After her story, Brittany joins the SWDT crew to a wide-ranging and insightful conversation about her writing process. To learn more about Brittany, visit her website and follow her on Instagram @britcambooks . For information on the Stories We Don't Tell book, visit the website . To keep informed…

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Episode 139: I have begun to dream again

On this episode, Stefan shares a story about how his dreams have turned nightmarish, but his waking life is going pretty well. After the story, the crew comes together and talks about the challenges with writing and telling stories that involve dreams. In addition to new episodes of the podcast, the SWDT Crew is doing online storytelling workshops. If you're interested in participating, send a…

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Episode 138: Poor Review

On this episode, Joey shares a story about receiving a poor job review, a new dress, and lighting a fire. It all comes together at the end. After the fire is over, the crew talks about writing and listening to a story that has an incredibly satisfying conclusion. In addition to new episodes of the podcast, the SWDT Crew is doing online storytelling workshops. If you're interested in participating,…

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Episode 137: November Rain

The SWDT Crew is back with another batch of brand new episodes for our brave new world. On this episode, Paul shares a story about looking for love during a pandemic and learning how to play the Guns N' Roses classic song November Rain. You'll even get to hear him try and play it - very awkwardly. He then joins Joey and Stefan for a quick chat about integrating music into a story. In addition to…

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Episode 136: Workshops

This is a special one-off episode that we hope provides some insight into our writing process. For each event, we hold two workshops with the intention of helping to guide storytellers to feel confident about sharing their story with an audience. The SWDT crew talks about how the workshops organically evolved over time, what participants should expect from them, and what we hope is the end result.…

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Episode 135: We wanted to put on a show

Last year, we published a book that included 61 stories that were workshopped and presented at our live event. Putting together the book was a pretty unique experience that took a lot of organizing and communication. Due to, well, you know what, it seems some people have gotten around to working on that book they always wanted to write. Since we have already gone through the process, we decided to…

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Episode 134: We all can be Stefan if we want to be

Last year, we published a book that included 61 stories that were workshopped and presented at our live event. Putting together the book was a pretty unique experience that took a lot of organizing and communication. Due to, well, you know what, it seems some people have gotten around to working on that book they always wanted to write. Since we have already gone through the process, we decided to…

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Episode 133: Letter to the Editor

Last year, we published a book that included 61 stories that were workshopped and presented at our live event. Putting together the book was a pretty unique experience that took a lot of organizing and communication. Due to, well, you know what, it seems some people have gotten around to working on that book they always wanted to write. Since we have already gone through the process, we decided to…

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Episode 132: Some things we learned along the way

Last year, we published a book that included 61 stories that were workshopped and presented at our live event. Putting together the book was a pretty unique experience that took a lot of organizing and communication. Due to, well, you know what, it seems some people have gotten around to working on that book they always wanted to write. Since we have already gone through the process, we decided to…

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Episode 131: Not all romance novels are created equal

Brianne goes way back to the beginning of Stories We Don’t Tell and joins the crew with a brand new story. She talks about how her life has changed and the surprise of becoming a romance novel enthusiast. Check out Brianne’s No End in Sight Podcast - noendinsight.co . About the podcast, Brianne writes: “I believe recording & sharing our stories is a form of testimony about how messed up medical…

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Episode 130: We still have the sky

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. The producers would like to hear from you - to say hi, share your own story, or just to…

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Episode 129: Exquisite Corpse | Chapter One

The Exquisite Corpse is a writing exercise that was invented by French Surrealists in the 1920s. Each collaborator adds to a composition in sequence, but are only allowed to see what the previous person contributed. This is an audio version of this exercise, and we’ve asked each of our guests to write and record their own contribution based on a previous guest’s prompt. So, this episode includes a…

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Episode 128: Why am I so anxious?

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. The producers would like to hear from you - to say hi, share your own story, or just to…

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Episode 127: Two Moments

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series. This episode is a throwback to before, well, you know what, where you’ll hear a story from the live event followed by a discussion on an aspect of storytelling. From last October, Georgette tells the story of two past relationships, and the lessons she learned from them. Your hosts have a discussion about writing relationship…

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Episode 126: You've gotta pull it together now

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. The producers would like to hear from you - to say hi, share your own story, or just to…

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Episode 125: Do you ever smile?

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. The producers would like to hear from you - to say hi, share your own story, or just to…

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Episode 124: The Mind Olympian

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. The producers would like to hear from you - to say hi, share your own story, or just to…

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Episode 123: We're all in this together

Join hosts Joey, Stefan, and Paul for this special ongoing series of episodes. Due to, well, you know what, they’ll be recording remotely and posting new episodes with more frequency. On each episode, you’ll hear a story from one of them or from a special storytelling guest, followed by a quick discussion. On today’s episode, Stefan shares a story about an elevator and how we’re all in this…

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Episode 122: No end in sight

For the next few episodes, Paul and Stefan are joined by special guest co-host Joey Jakob. Each episode will include the usual: a story from the live event and a discussion about an aspect of storytelling. Our old friend Brianne returns with a story about health and diagnosis. Listen to Brianne’s podcast, No End in Sight, at noendinsight.co and follow her on Twitter @bennessb . Visit our website…

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Episode 121: Rice vs Noodles

For the next few episodes, Paul and Stefan are joined by special guest co-host Joey Jakob. Each episode will include the usual: a story from the live event and a discussion about an aspect of storytelling. Jake shares a story about learning how to cry again. In the story, Jake references a discussion he has with his wife about what is better comfort food, rice or noodles. This has been an ongoing…

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