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StoryTales

StoryTales

By Marcus Hooper

A podcast all about storytelling. We talk about different elements of storytelling in several mediums. We talk about film, theatre, writing, and more. If you like storytelling or just good stories, join us on StoryTales!
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#14 Harry Potter 7 & 8

StoryTalesOct 26, 2021

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#14 Harry Potter 7 & 8

#14 Harry Potter 7 & 8

As the spoopy month of October comes to a clsoe, Marcus and Amy talk about Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 &2. They discuss how story threads get wrapped up and the emotional climax to an amazing series. What's an element from the books that you wish made it to the films? Let us know!

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Assistant Editor: Josue Campos

Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 26, 202101:35:54
#13 Harry Potter 5 & 6

#13 Harry Potter 5 & 6

Since the spookiest of months is almost over, Marcus and Amy are close to the end of the Harry Potter series as they talk about Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. They discuss the evolved style that new director David Yates brings to these last four movies, and their feelings about the stories in the movies and the books. Which of these two books/movies is your favorite and why? Let us know!

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Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com!

Assistant Editor: Josue Campos

Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 18, 202101:07:23
#12 Harry Potter 3 & 4

#12 Harry Potter 3 & 4

Continuing our celebration of spooky month, Marcus and Amy talk about Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, and Harry Potter and Goblet of Fire. They discuss the huge leap in visual style from the previous two and major story elements lost from the books. Which of these two books/movies is your favorite and why? Let us know!

Follow us @storytalespod on Twitter!

Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com!

Assistant Editor: Josue Campos

Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 11, 202101:21:10
#11 Harry Potter 1 and 2

#11 Harry Potter 1 and 2

In this episode in honor of the spooky month of October, Marcus and Amy talk about Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. They discuss their favorite parts of the movies and how they compare to the books. Which of these two books/movies is your favorite and why? Let us know!

Follow us @storytalespod on Twitter!

Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com!

Assistant Editor: Josue Campos

Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 04, 202101:04:03
#10 The Lion King Animated Trilogy

#10 The Lion King Animated Trilogy

In this episode, Marcus and Amy talk about the Lion King animated trilogy including The Lion King (1994), The Lion King 2 (1998), and The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004). They discuss their opinions about each film and things they think each movie excels or fails at. Have you seen all three? What is your favorite part of each movie? Let us know!

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Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com!

Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Sep 27, 202101:25:03
#9 Justice League (2017 Theatrical Cut and 2021 Snyder Cut)

#9 Justice League (2017 Theatrical Cut and 2021 Snyder Cut)

In this episode, Marcus and Amy talk about the 2017 Joss Whedon cut of Justice League as well as the 2021 Zack Snyder director's cut. They discuss the differences, the improvements, and which film they think is superior. Which one do you like better? What's your favorite part of each version? Tweet at us and let us know!

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Voice over by: John McLain

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Sep 20, 202101:47:22
#8 The Last Airbender (2010 Film)

#8 The Last Airbender (2010 Film)

In this episode, Marcus and Kaitlin discuss the disaster of a movie that is the 2010 film adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender. They compare it to the beloved source material and talk about its failings as a film. Do you like the cartoon or the movie? Let us know!


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Artwork by:
IvanLaliashvili


Voice over by: John McLain
 

Music:
Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak 

Mar 04, 201901:19:07
#7 Bohemian Rhapsody (2018 Film)

#7 Bohemian Rhapsody (2018 Film)

StoryTales is back! In this episode, Kaitlin and Marcus discuss the recent biopic Bohemian Rhapsody. They talk about their general thoughts about the film, Rami Malek's performance as Freddie Mercury, and they bring up some of the criticisms that others have brought up against the film.


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Artwork by:
IvanLaliashvili


Voice over by: John McLain
 

Music:
Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak 

Feb 25, 201957:15
#6 Voice Acting (feat. Dani Chambers)

#6 Voice Acting (feat. Dani Chambers)

In this episode, Marcus and Dani discuss her experience working as a voice actor, some of their favorite voice acting performances, and what makes voice acting different from other forms of acting. 

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Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 15, 201836:49
#5 Christopher Nolan (feat. Junior Bryant)

#5 Christopher Nolan (feat. Junior Bryant)

In this episode, Junior and Marcus discuss one of their favorite filmmakers: Christopher Nolan. They talk about his early life, his films, and what his style of film making adds to cinema and story telling. 

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Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Oct 08, 201839:06
#4 Theatre (feat. Kaitlin Park)

#4 Theatre (feat. Kaitlin Park)

Marcus is joined by fellow performer, Kaitlin Park. They discuss how they got into theatre, the first show that impacted them, and what makes theatre special as a story telling medium. 

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Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Aug 27, 201841:54
#3 Writing (feat. Ryan Hansen)

#3 Writing (feat. Ryan Hansen)

This week Marcus is joined by professional writer Ryan Hansen. They discuss how he got into writing, the first script that made an impact on both of them, and what makes writing special as a storytelling medium. 

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Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com! 

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Aug 20, 201836:27
#2 Acting (feat. Dani Chambers)

#2 Acting (feat. Dani Chambers)

Marcus is back with fellow actor Dani Chambers to discuss how acting is relevant to story telling and how it affects their lives. They discuss how they got into acting, their favorite performances, and what it means to them personally. 

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Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com! 

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Aug 13, 201833:09
#1 Film (feat. Junior Bryant)

#1 Film (feat. Junior Bryant)

Welcome to StoryTales! In this first episode, Marcus and Junior discuss film as a storytelling medium. Favorite films, how film affects us, what makes film special as a storytelling medium, and more. 

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Email us at storytalespodcast@gmail.com! 

Artwork by: IvanLaliashvili 

Voice over by: John McLain

Music: Rainbow Colors - Joseph Rusnak

Aug 06, 201831:17