14. How Writing with an Agenda Undermines the Credibility of Your Story

EPISODE DESCRIPTION:      In story, it's essential that characters come across as credible and believable. A story must ring true in order for the audience to care and stay invested in the main character's journey. As discussed in episode 13, one way storytellers inadvertently violate the credibility of their story is when they approach the work with a prior philosophical commitment that precludes them from honestly engaging the true depths of their characters. This week, we explore how writers violate the credibility of their story when they approach the work with a prior philosophical agenda or message, which ultimately turns the characters into tools to be used.    QUESTIONS OR TOPIC REQUESTS? If you have a question or a specific writing related topic that you would like Zena to consider addressing in a future podcast, click on the link below to leave a voicemail recording for Zena.https://www.speakpipe.com/ZenaDellLowe DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPTS?Zena is currently working on making the transcripts for these podcast episodes available for download on the Mission Ranch Films website. If you would like to be notified when this option is available, click here to join our email list. https://missionranchfilms.com SPECIAL THANKSThe Mission with Zena Dell Lowe would like to thank composer Carla Patullo for the original music she graciously permits us to use in the intro and outro of this podcast. To find out more about this amazing talent, go to  www.carlapatullo.com   Send us Fan MailSupport the show