The Study Podcast

This week the guys are diving into the topic of Ludonarrative Dissonance - What is it? Still a new term in storytelling, the guys take a crack at where and how it is currently defined in the shifting landscape. Ep 25 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?utm_source=qr

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! For the conclusion to the Sept-Oct Horror Saga, our hosts dive into the full career of horror and action legend John Carpenter near the 45th anniversary of HALLOWEEN [1978]. Thank you all for joining in on a two month dive into the horror genre. HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL!! Ep 24 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

This week Hahn and Brian take a look at the 2007 cult classic TRICK r TREAT. From director and creator - Michael Dougherty, this film went through distribution difficulties initially resulting in a straight to home video release. As we near all hallows eve, be sure to check your candy! Ep 23 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Continuing the deep dive into all things scary, spoopy and otherwise halloweird - the guys are taking a look into the storytelling behind the hit video game and tv franchise THE LAST OF US. Spoilers inherent for the tv series and Part 1 and 2 of the game series, as well as the DLC "Left Behind." Ep 22 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

This week the guys take a stab at the William Friedkin classic film The EXORCIST. Released in 1973 - the film stands as one of the few academy noted pieces of horror filmmaking and has been an icon of makeup, and stage effects for decades. Ep 21 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Off the heels of venturing to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 32 - the guys discuss the timeless classic monster tales of FRANKENSTEIN - DRACULA - THE INVISIBLE MAN - CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON - THE MUMMY - and more! Ep 20 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

The guys discuss the 1982 Tobe Hooper film POLTERGEIST. Spoilers for Poltergeist, E.T., Ghostbusters and more. Ep 19 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

What is scarier than offering new creative talent expensive opportunities into storytelling on the big screen? This week the guys take a look into A24's Horror endeavors - from the studio still rolling the dice on mostly unproven creative talents that are now making their way as some of the biggest names in the industry. Spoilers included for ENEMY, MIDSOMMAR, HEREDITARY, THE VVITCH, and more. Ep...

This week Hahn and Brian are discussing RESIDENT EVIL. The real resident evil. In continuation of all things scary and horrific, enjoy this dive into the Umbrella Corporation. Ep 17 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

To start a 2 month long dive into Spooky Season leading up to Halloween, Hahn and Brian are taking a look at the horror genre as a whole. What makes it unique - interesting - and fun. Ep 16 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

This week Brian and Hahn take a look at the GHOST WHO WALKS in the 1996 DC Comics film THE PHANTOM. Not a masterpiece to some, but nostalgic gold to others - the 90's flick holds some interesting and amusing choices if nothing else. *Arnold Vosloo and Billy Zane are in fact different people. We love you both, please don't hate us. Ep 15 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA...

This week the guys take a look at the writing trope of The Unreliable Narrator, primarily through its usage in "FIGHT CLUB", "MEMENTO", and "THE INFORMANT!" [massive spoilers for all three] Boose, burps, cookies and tea. Spoilers in this episode for THE LAST OF US, BEING THERE, SHUTTER ISLAND, and more. Ep 14 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

This week - the guys take a look at one of Hahn's favorite subjects - Aristotle's 6 Poetics for storytelling - and with way too much cheese, beer, and bacon - attempt to navigate the topic. Ep 13 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=MmIzYWVlNDQ5Yg==

This week, Hahn and Brian are diving into what makes ATLA stand out and rise above just being a simple kids show and how it really does have a message worth hearing for everyone. Some spoilers for ATLA and the Legend of Korra. Ep 12 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

This week, the guys invite Dylan Grunn to discuss the actor's perspective on the process of storytelling in various forms. Ep 11 https://instagram.com/dylangrunn?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

Brian and Matt welcome guest Nick Sperdute to discuss the long hailed sitcom series SEINFELD. Spoilers for many episodes throughout the show. Ep 10 https://instagram.com/nicholassperdute?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

This week the guys are taking a look at the BARBENHEIMER double feature phenomenon through the lens of the biographic novel AMERICAN PROMETHEUS: THE TRIUMPH AND TRAGEDY OF J. ROBERT OPPENHEIMER and the filmography of Greta Gerwig leading up to her landing the director's chair for the upcoming film Barbie. The guys discuss analog vs digital IMAX technology as well as spoilers for NOPE, Lady Bird, G...

Brian surprises Hahn with a boose fueled look at the many Production Mistakes in the 1993 masterpiece “Jurassic Park”. Spoilers for Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, John Carpenter's THE THING, and Back to the Future, and Michael Crichton's Novel 'Jurassic Park'. Ep 8 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

Our Gentlemen discuss Story Structure and Artificial Tension this week, with inclusion of spoilers for the John Wick Series of Films, Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Chernobyl, and more. Ep 7 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

In this Episode, the guys dive into the unique condition of Raiders of the Lost Ark by which its main character has no impact on the outcome of the story. Major Spoilers for Raiders of the Lost Ark and the Indiana Jones Trilogy. Ep 6 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

The guys get deep and existential with the philosophical conversation of the Hegelian Dialectic. Spoilers in this episode for “Toy Story,” Netflix’s “DARK,” HBO's "Chernobyl." Spike Jones’ “HER,” and “Beverly Hills Cop.” Ep 5 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

In their first guest episode, the guys welcome Christina Gonzalez to discuss Twitch live streaming as modern public theater. This Episode includes spoilers for LIMBO, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part II video games, DARK, The Office, Critical Role, the Wyrmwood YouTube Series, and Marvel's The Avengers (2012) Ep 4 www.twitch.tv/soundshieldmaiden https://instagra...

This week Matt and Brian discuss the writing trope of the Five Man Band. Spoilers are present in this episode for the original trilogy of Star Wars, The Conjuring and The Conjuring 2, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Young Frankenstein, Community, Scrubs, Seinfeld, Friends, LOST, Outlander and Avatar: The Last Airbender. Ep 3 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

The guys discuss the impact and intrigue of Stanley Kubrick’s ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’. Spoilers appear in this episode for 2001: A Space Odyssey, Eyes Wide Shut, Film Worker, Blade Runner, and Alien. Ep 2 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

Taking a look at the principal of 'Chekhov's Gun' - a principal in storytelling regarding plant and payoff. "If you show a gun in act one, it had better go off by act three." Ep 1 https://instagram.com/the_study_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==