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The Story Well with Kyle Olson

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Welcome to the Story Well, a way station for storytellers of all stripes to pull up a seat alongside their compatriots and listen to them talk of art and craft.

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Latest Episodes

It’s always a good time when Mandy Kaplan stops by to visit. We’ll discuss the wonderful surprises she’s found doing her podcast Make Me A Nerd, plus the one that still baffles her. Then we’ll head back to the time of Gatsby to spin a story. It’s a t... more

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Newly published writer Pete Wright comes for a welcome visit. We’ll discuss whether it’s better to show the dull truth or a beautiful lie in historical biopics. Then we’ll direct our attention to the future, where we’ll create a story that asks how m... more

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Writer, podcaster and future museum curator Christopher Soucy is back at the table. We’ll talk about the madness of writing a play in 24 hours. Plus, who’s making art in the Seward’s Folly? Then our story will ponder what to do when your horrifying t... more

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Returning to the table is acclaimed author Ryan Dalton. We’ll talk about which stories are current in our orbits. Then it’s time to head back in time for a new take on a very old story. What secrets hide in the stones? We’ll start the story, then you... more

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Visiting for the first time is actor and director BJ Garrett. We’ll pick his brain as to what makes up a great season for a local theater group. Then we’ll take a step into an alternate reality where we ask what happens when corporate hunger reaches ... more

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Award winning actress and certified force of nature Shelly Trujillo storms in and sweeps us off our feet. We’ll talk about what sort of material she’s looking to direct. Then we’re using differential diagnoses to determine the most interesting medica... more

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Who better to make up a story with than a improvisor? Co-director of The Neighborhood Comedy Theater Dorian Lenz joins us to talk about the terrors of creating something from nothing. Then we’re off on a wild ride through the world of indies, as we c... more

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The doors of the Story Well have opened again for Season 2, but don’t worry, your usual seat is available. Today we’re joined by Actor-Producer-Writer Ryan FitzPatrick. We’ll talk about our experiences with writing contests. Then we’re looking back a... more

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Recent Guests

Mandy Kaplan
Fellow podcast host exploring nerd culture
Make Me A Nerd
Episode: Extra Frothy with Mandy Kaplan
Shelly Trujillo
Actress, singer, and director
Episode: The Special Specialists with Shelly Trujillo
Dorian Lenz
Improver, Performer, and Co-Director of The Neighborhood Comedy Theater in Mesa, Arizona
Neighborhood Comedy Theater
Episode: Independent Thought with Dorian Lenz
Ryan Fitzpatrick
Producer, actor, writer, multi-hyphenate.
Episode: Capture the Flag with Ryan FitzPatrick
Krissy Lenz
Fellow podcaster and improver
Episode: Comfort Food with Krissy Lenz
Ryan Dalton
Acclaimed author and creator of the Time Shift Trilogy
Episode: “Into the Urban Jungle” with author Ryan Dalton
Justin P. Kent
Actor known for roles in various productions
Episode: "The Ruined Rune” with Justin Kent
Tommy Metz III
Co-host of Sitting in the Dark and What's That Smell podcast
Sitting in the Dark
Episode: "Invisible Lines” with Tommy Metz III
Rob Kubasko
Former political consultant and storyteller
Episode: “Very Little Brain” with Rob Kubasko

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Kyle Olson
Host and storyteller exploring the intricacies of narrative through conversations with various creative guests.

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Extra Frothy with Mandy Kaplan
Q: What are your takeaways from what you've let you learn this far on your journey?
Mandy shares how she's come to view nerd culture not as a subculture but as storytelling, connecting with human experiences within various genres.
Uploaded Souls with Pete Wright
Q: What are the consequences of living in a universe where there is no legacy because we never die?
They explore themes of identity and memory in a digital context, raising questions about the societal implications of life after death.
Uploaded Souls with Pete Wright
Q: How important is it to you to like have the historical accuracy versus them telling a good story?
Wright stresses the need for historical accuracy, sharing his discomfort with creative liberties that misrepresent real events.
“Into the Urban Jungle” with author Ryan Dalton
Q: In your opinion, what makes a great villain?
A great villain needs to be compelling, which means they should evoke strong emotions in the reader, whether love or hate, and be relatable in terms of their motivations, even if their actions are not.

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Focusing on the art of storytelling, this podcast engages in deep conversations with various guests involved in creative fields, sharing insights into their artistic journeys and the complexities of narrative development. Episodes often explore fascinating themes, such as the intersection of historical accuracy and fiction in storytelling, the intricacies of improv, and the evolution of character development in contemporary narratives. Noteworthy is the unique brainstorming aspect of many discussions, where creative concepts for potential films, podcasts, and theatrical productions are collaboratively imagined, emphasizing not just the stories themselves but also the broader craft of storytelling across multiple mediums.

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1. Mandy Kaplan
2. Shelly Trujillo
3. Dorian Lenz
4. Ryan Fitzpatrick
5. Krissy Lenz
6. Ryan Dalton
7. Justin P. Kent
8. Tommy Metz III

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