Episode 34: Writing

Why write? What tools, techniques, and environments are useful for the writing process? In this episode, Aya and Josh explore the world of writing, including novel writing, screenwriting, writing as a career vs. hobby vs. vocation, fiction vs. non-fiction, research, discipline, outlines, beatboards, first drafts, scope and stakes, wants vs. needs, the Hero's Journey vs. Heroine's Journey, the 8 Sequence Structure (incl. teaser, status quo, point of attack, debate, lock-in, midpoint reversal, resolution, new status quo), storytelling devices (e.g., the Faustian Bargain), sacrificing for your craft, collaborations, and incentivization (accountabilibuddies, writing environments and retreats).