Episodes
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Episode 36 - Memory Lane w/Steve Mizer
The attractive people, Ryan Dalton and EJ Pennyman are again joined by their most recent guest, Steve Mizer. We sit next to a mattress and dig through our happy memories of story-times past. Reach us at [email protected] Catch EJ on the tweeter at: @TextualPlacebo Catch Ryan at...
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Episode 35 - Everything I Ever
Pro Hero EJ Pennyman and anti-hero Ryan Dalton, digress immediately. Delaying the long expected Dr. Horrible episode. This episode is chock full of references to 2008s Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog with very little by the way of explanatory commas. We do, however, explain all the ways Dr.…
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Episode 34 - Podcast! The Musical!
Special guest, Steve Mizer (tenor), joins your attractive podcast duet, Ryan Dalton (Baratone) and EJ Pennyman (Bass) to discuss musicals. Dr Horrible Episode on deck for next release. Hugh Jackman's awards credits: 2013 Academy Award Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role for Les Mis…
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Episode 33 - PSA: The Change of Life
Episode 33 - PSA: The Change of Life No notes this time, just listen Reach us at [email protected] Catch EJ on the tweeter at: @TextualPlacebo Catch Ryan at Twitter - @iRyanDalton RyanDaltonWrites.com
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Episode 32 - Fixing the Force
Episode 32 - Fixing the Force - Or: How to Regain Trust with Episode 8 In which EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton share a positive preview of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Not an optimistic one. This episode includes Tina voice. Suggested reading: Heir to the Empire - http://a.co/dyOd5vR I, Jedi -...
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Episode 30 - Kids Ain't Right - Stranger Things Season 2
Episode 31 - Kids Ain't Right - Stranger Things Season 2 Join hosts EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton for a lively discussion of the changes our beloved Stranger Things cast has made between seasons. In one 40 minute episode, we cover 9 40-odd minute episodes of the series. Reach us at...
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Episode 30 - Perspectives on Structural and Emotional Storytelling
Episode 30 - Perspectives on Structural and Emotional Storytelling Ryan Dalton is back from the upside-down to join EJ Pennyman for a podcast about enjoying movie. Ryan, ever the craftsman, discusses his love for solid constuction. EJ, the non-sentimental romantic, yearn for a story to tug on his...
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Episode 29 - EXTRA SPECIAL Stranger Things Season 1 Recap
While Ryan is trapped in the upside down, your host EJ Pennyman and the Attractive Wife get together to discuss Stranger Things Season 1. We're stoked for Season 2 and hope you are too. Here's a full spoiler discussion of the Netflix streaming series. Catch EJ on the tweeter at: @TextualPlacebo...
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Episode 28 - Glossary - Analysis, Deconstruction and Unpacking
We have words on three words. Join us for a brief glossary episode in which Ryan Dalton plugs diagramming sentences and EJ Pennyman speaks of learning English from foreign languages. Also, Ryan does the sign off. Analysis - http://www.dictionary.com/browse/analysis Deconstruct -...
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Episode 27 - Well Written Persons of Character (Wonder Woman v Rei)
We open off the rails with drinks and discussion of seasonal fashion. This episode "we" is: EJ Pennyman, Ryan Dalton, and - still on loan from Ox & Hare- Amy Shaw! This is a Star Wars episode, so we go a bit long. Get ready! Just in time for the release of Wonder Woman on DVD, Blu-Ray and 3D....
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Episode 26 - A Tale of Five Sisters
FINALLY, the Pride and Prejudice episode. EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss fictional female characters with special guest real life female character, Amy Shaw. We discuss the details of character of the Bennet sisters and other character's in Jane Austen's masterwork. Regency period in…
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Episode 25 - Critics: This Isn't For You
Episode 25 - Critics: This Isn't For You Impartial as ever, your attractive hosts, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton have a follow up to the episode about lazy crticism. Here is an episode about lazy writing. Can an auteur claim a work is not 'for the critics' as a defense of said lazy writing? Working...
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Episode 24 - In Which We Take On Lazy Criticism
We all have that "friend" that who feels required to point out every example of race-ist this, sex-ism that, and other -ist/ism. This episode is a help to get to the interesting conversation that could be had about problematic works if we discuss them with a more constructive tone. Listen closely...
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Episode 23 - Another Sad Podcast
Are you ready to descend into melancholia with Eric and Ryan? Have you prepared your NPR voice? Even if you answer 'no' to both of those questions. Please join us to explore the entire spectrum of human emotion. In one episode. We discuss the emotional plot elements: tragedy, drama and melodrama....
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Episode 22 - The Definitive Way to Enjoy a Story
Episode 22 - The Definitive Way to Enjoy a Story Pour yourself a nice beverage and join EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton as we pick up right where we left off. Worried that this episode will devolving into a list of reasons why EJ is right? Fear not attractive listener! This episode *evolves* from a...
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Episode 21 - Ordering From the (YAR!!) Content Menu
Episode 21 - Ordering From the (YAR!!) Content Menu In this episode, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton deliberate the delicate decision of what (YARR!!) content to lavish with our precious money and attention. How do you decide? Do you watch trailers and read reviews? Do you wait for a friend to insist...
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Episode 20 - So You Want to Go to ComiCon?
Fresh after Phoenix ComiCon, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton have some pointers to help you if you want to go to a big Con for the first time. Links to Stuff we talked about: Phoenix ComiCon - https://phoenixcomicon.com/ All Balboa Weekend - http://www.allbalboa.com/ Phoenix Lindy Exchange -...
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Episode 19 - The Pledge, The Turn, and The Prestige: A Story In Three Acts
Episode 19 - The Pledge, The Turn, and The Prestige - A Story In Three Acts In which EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton go into one of the most basic of basics, the 3 act story structure. We breakdown the filmmaking masterclass that is The Prestige, Christopher Nolan's best movie. Yup, that's it. My...
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Episode 18 - Universal Viewpoints Pt 2 - DC and Marvel
Episode 18 - Universal Viewpoints Pt 2 - Marvel and DC After warming up with our lighthearted Pixar/Dreamworks discussion, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton are rejoined by guest Justin from Cleveland to compare and contrast the universal tone and viewpoint of Marvel and DC comics, movies, and TV…
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Episode 17 - Universal Viewpoints Pt I - Pixar and Dreamworks
In which EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton are joined by guest, Justin from Cleveland, land that I love. We compare how studio viewpoints affect all the movies that they release. This is the first in a two part series where we compare and contrast Pixar and Dreamworks. Off the top, we love both and...
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Episode 16 - The Dance of Story and Delight
Episode 16 - The Dance of Story and Delight In which EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton insist that you WATCH ARRIVAL FIRST! Seriously, don't listen to this episode until you watch Arrival. Okay, now that you, attractive listener have watched Arrival, WE HAVE WORDS. We discuss that most elusive and...
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Fanmail 3 - In Defense of Rogue One
FANMAIL #3! In which a listener mounts a Spartan-esque defense of Rogue One: A Star Wars story. Does he fair better than the Spartans at Thermopylae? Listen to find out. Wonder about the actual Spartans at Thermopylae, check out Hardcore History Episode 58 part III: King of Kings. It's March, try…
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Episode 15 - Where We Talk About Death and Make you Sad and Stuff
Episode 15 - Where We Talk About Death and Make you Sad and Stuff We discuss what legwork must be done to have a convincing Act 3 (late story) character death. Also, listen in pain along with EJ and Ryan as we listen to a couple bad death scenes. We make it up to you by listening to some…
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Bonus Ep 1 - That Was Awesome!
In which, EJ Pennyman, Ryan Dalton, and guest, Tia, remind of you of several things that are awesome. We'll be back with a full episode for next week! Also, keep your ears open for a Fanmail episode! In other news for March, encourage your attractive friends to listen to a podcast, any podcast.…
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Episode 14 - What's Up With Endings
This episode resulted from a spontaneous conversation we had between recordings. We is: EJ Pennyman, Ryan Dalton, and Tia. We discuss Interception, the hidden Chris Nolan movie. Episode complete with new digressions! listen to the new Hardcore History, Destroyer of Worlds. We spoil, er discsuss:...
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Episode 13 - Intentional Language
Due to a series of unfortunate events invloving cream soda, Ryan Dalton is banished. Host EJ Pennyman is joined by guest Tia as they explore how an authors choice of language sets the work's tone. Also, Ryan is forgiven and joins in our most bookish of episodes. We discuss the importance of...
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Episode 12 - Character and FLClimax
A passionate (read: long) episode, In which EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss the importance of character in earning cinema moments and how to show, not tell. Among our examples are such diverse elements as: dialog, silence, and emotional crescendo. Also, a deep cut clip from FLCL. We discuss:...
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Fanmail 2 - Plot Vs Pacing
Fanmail 2 **UPDATED: This version is mixed properly. Sorry for the bad upload. In which an attractive listener agrees with how great Pacific Rim is. Discussion ensues. Also a plug for Ryan's upcoming novel: The Black Tempest at your local bookseller. (Amazon link here: http://a.co/1vVjXUs) Reach…
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Episode 11 - Fairy Tales
Episode 11 - Modern Fairy Tales We get an equipment update! This episode is recorded on new equipment. All to delight and entertain you, our dear listener. Rejoice as your host EJ Pennyman coins a new word: "Fairytaleyness". Witness to this coinage is Ryan Dalton. Fairy tales have been with us as...
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Episode 10 - Plot Uber Alles?
EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton Welcome to our tenth episode! EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton talk about different movie focii. Plot, character, and ideas are discussed as the posible focus of a story. We discuss the difficulty inherent in movies to be anything but plot-centric. Also, opinions on irony,...
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Episode 9 - Soundtracks: Emotional Storytelling w/ Ben Florez
Today we discuss soundtracks. We bring in guest soundtrack aficionado Ben Florez. You'll remember him from the fanmail episode. Ben joins your host EJ Pennyman and co-host Ryan Dalton on a sonic journey through icon moments in film. In each, we look at the music that deftly provides emotional...
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Episode 8 - Glossary: Tropes
You may have noticed that today is not Monday. This ep is up a bit late, sorry everyone! Welcome attractive tropers! This is episode is part of our glossary episode for the word "Tropes". Join your host, EJ Pennyman and non-trope-abusing author Ryan Dalton for their discussion. In case you were...
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Episode 7 - Types and Stereotypes
This episode debuts our so fresh and clean theme music performed by the talented Courey Grant!! Check him out on SoundCloud as Courey. EJ Pennyman pulls a full Effie Brown reaction take to Ryan Dalton's opinion of Pacific Rim. Join our diverse cast as we discuss types and sterotypes. The stoic...
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Fanmail #1 - How Much Backstory Do You Need?
EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton get a listener email and don't know how to behave in front of company. We discuss different approaches to back story. Guest voice: Ben Florez of the as yet unreleased soundtrack episode.
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Episode 6 - Audience Expectations and the Weight of Mythology
Here at Cool Talk, we expect that our audience is full of attractive and sophisticated people. In this episode, EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss how important it is for the audience to be prepared for the movie on screen. This is the first episode of our three episode suite on audience...
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Episode 5 - Podcast 2: The Sequel
Episode 5 - Sequels: How to Make it Good First: What are we drinking? In a world where the sequel is often Movie II: The Quest for More Money, EJ Pennyman (cranky consumer) has given up. Ryan Dalton (author and courteous person) argues that there are exceptions. A fresh vision, new themes,...
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Episode 4 - Worldbuilding the Foundation of Storytelling
Join Ryan Dalton as he narrowly avoids being punched by EJ Pennyman over modifying unique. The discussion is definitely one of a few about worldbuilding. Examples: Avatar, Tron Legacy, Jupiter Ascending, and for the first time on the podcast, the scifi classic: Foundation. Quote that I butchered:...
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Episode 3 - Sidekick or Just A Supporting Character
It's our first MCU episode!! In this one, EJ Pennyman (blerd extraordinare) and Ryan Dalton (author) discuss what it takes to be a supporting character, why audiences expect sidekicks and how you can impress your friends by knowing the difference. In other news, EJ learned how to use Audacity to...
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Episode 2 - All About Antagonists
EJ Pennyman (Blerd extrodinaire) and Ryan Dalton (author) discuss Ryan's favorite style of antagonist, the gentleman villain. As an example we use Moriarty from Sherlock Series 1 Ep3. For flavor we contrast against Owen Davian from Mission: Impossible 3. Be sure to check out Ryan Dalton's book…
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Episode 1 - The Protagonist of Casablanca
EJ Pennyman and Ryan Dalton discuss a movie you should have watched. We talk about Rick being a sympathetic protagonist as opposed to Victor, who plays a hero antagonist.
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Episode 0 - Start Talking Cool
Welcome to our new podcast! Who are we? What are we even talking about? How are our voices so attractive?