The NoNaMe StoryTeller Podcast

In this experimental episode of The NoNaMe Storyteller Podcast , the gang takes on the role of storytelling detectives, breaking down the 1970 classic Kelly's Heroes to uncover the structure that makes it a successful, memorable movie that still holds up nearly 55 years later. Joined by special guest co-hosts Mark Smylie and Patrick Banayo , they analyze the film's genre-bending brilliance, sharp...

In this episode of NoNaMe Storytellers , hosts Al, Aki, and Joshua (along with guest co-host Mark Smylie) talk with Brian Petkash, author of Mistakes by the Lake , a heartfelt tribute to Cleveland's history and gritty character. Brian discusses his unique first-draft process with pen and paper, teaching Shakespeare to socio-economically disadvantaged students, and his marketing strategies after a...

In this episode of NoNaMe Storytellers , co-hosts Aki, Al and Celeste (along with special guest co-host Mark Smylie) delve into the storytelling essentials from genre vs. story to scriptwriting versus novel writing . They explore the unique influences of 90s cop shows , noir , and the Hays Code on narrative style, plus techniques like complex plots , set dressing , and building from armature (outl...

Join us for a special episode featuring actress, writer, and producer Lanette Ware-Bushfield! Lanette shares stories from her early days in NYC and is surprised by a guest tied to Small Change , the impactful short film that benefited the Center for Food Action. Fast forward to today, and Lanette is immersed in exciting projects, including her action thriller NOW WHAT —a heist story with two dynam...

Updated Summary: In Part 2 of our conversation with John Maly , author of Juris Ex Machina , we dive into his writing process, exploring how he balances creative freedom with historical research on legal systems and prisons in Peru. John also reflects on the impact of AI on the future of literature , shares advice for maintaining a creative life, and even reminisces about his favorite childhood vi...

In this episode, we chat with John Maly , author of Juris Ex Machina , a speculative sci-fi novel set in a future where AI takes over jury duty. We explore John's background in computer science , psychology , and AI , his work as a patent agent , and how attending law school and a Stanford creative writing program shaped his storytelling. Influenced by Neal Stephenson's Snow Crash , John explains...

Join us as we sit down with Cam Robinson of Colorspace Labs to explore how his anthropology background fuels his approach to narrative branding for smart, story-driven shoppers. We dive into his passion for mythology, from The Odyssey to Jason and the Argonauts , and his love for video games like Uncharted , plus his upcoming project on soccer culture in Philadelphia. Don’t miss this insightful co...

In this episode, award-winning creator Mark Smylie and Emmy-winning writer Janet Iacobuzio join us to explore the unexpected parallels between soap operas and superhero comics. We discuss how writers can tackle challenges like procrastination vs. writer’s block and the classic battle of Plotters vs. Pantsers. Whether you’re a seasoned storyteller or just getting started, this conversation offers v...

In Part 2 of this special episode, Jeff Steitzer dives deeper into his incredible theater career, sharing stories about the characters he’s portrayed and how he’s worked consistently throughout the years. Of course, we couldn’t resist touching on Halo again—plus, find out what happens when Jeff surprises our producer Sean with a live call! Don’t miss the conclusion to this unforgettable conversati...

Join us as we chat with Jeff Steitzer , the legendary voice of the Halo multiplayer announcer, known for iconic lines like " Unfreakingbelievable! ". Jeff shares stories from his time on Halo and his impressive career in regional theater, directing over 180 productions. Don't miss this special episode with Jeff, and learn more about him at jeffsteitzervoiceactor.com. Keywords: Jeff Steitzer, Halo...

Get ready for an inspiring new season of the NoNaMe Storyteller Podcast ! In Season 2, we dive deep into the world of writing , storytelling , and the creative process with a lineup of exciting guests. From gaming legends to comic book and graphic novel creators, and science fiction and fantasy writers, we’ll explore what it means to be a creative in today’s world. Kicking off the season is none o...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 14 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we explore the creative mind of K. Arsenault Rivera, delving into her influences, inspirations, and magical characters. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.ht...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 13 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we follow up from our Noir Source Code episode to further review the genre of Noir and rules to live by. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 12 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we get a peek behind the curtain in writing captivating television characters with Janet Iacobuzio. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 11 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we delve into the lives of our wonderful hosts to determine how jobs, experiences, and life help you craft a story. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isr...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 10 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we try and crack the code on crafting a killer murder mystery by commenting on 10 essential rules for ensuring the audience is not left disappointed. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/m...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 9 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. We delve into the world of Mouse Guard with its creator, David Petersen! Get ready for a deep dive into world-building, convention adventures, and all things comics! Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetec...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 8 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we take a short detour through audio narration and talking to the void before getting to today's topic of "gimme's" and how readers react to leaps of faith in the plot. Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ....

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 7 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we are joined by the super Seyi River to discuss all things film, directing, and story telling through film! Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 6 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Unsure where to begin your tale? Grab your passport and this episode for tips on crafting the perfect story launchpad! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241 Artist: http:...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 5 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today we discuss writing natural dialogue that reveals personality, drives the plot, and keeps your readers hooked. Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241 Artist: http://inc...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 4 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we are joined by the fantastic Mark Smylie to discuss all things comics, graphic novels, and even westerns! Let's dig in! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241 Art...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 3 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we discuss what it takes to be a writer, who is a writer, and experiences being a writer. Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠⁠license⁠⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 2 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we begin to unravel the mystery and origin of the writing duo behind the thrilling Frank Keegan series: Aki and Al! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠⁠license⁠⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100241 Artist: http://in...

Hey people of the internet! Welcome to episode 1 of the NoName - A Story Telling Podcast. Today, we're dipping our toe into the shadowy world of Noir, dissecting the classic mysteries that keep us guessing, and exploring the enigmatic source behind the Frank Keegan mysteries! Enigma by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 ⁠license⁠ . Source: http://incompetech.com...