Derailed Trains of Thought

01001000 01100101...er, I mean, Hello! I write to you through the wonders of electricity, fiber optics, Pentium chips, and other things that work by magic AKA science. This episode, Nick and Tim examine how technology not only continues to change how stories are told, but what stories are told. We also resurrect Our Take on Tales with short stories by Ray Bradbury and a darker anime series. So, hook up the electronic audio system of your choice and imbibe the first episode of Derailed Trains of Thought of 2012. It's not the flying car you were promised, but it's almost as awesome. Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace25').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_025_In_Which_We_Technobabble.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

01001000 01100101...er, I mean, Hello! I write to you through the wonders of electricity, fiber optics, Pentium chips, and other things that work by magic AKA science. This episode, Nick and Tim examine how technology not only continues to change how stories are told, but what stories are told. We also resurrect Our Take on Tales with short stories by Ray Bradbury and a darker anime series. So, hook up the electronic audio system of your choice and imbibe the first episode of Derailed Trains of Thought of 2012. It's not the flying car you were promised, but it's almost as awesome. Show Notes

Hello, all! A brief, unexpected Side Track here. I had the pleasure to sit down with Donald Merriman for a short interview. If you've never heard of him, he's a self-proclaimed "Christmas Crusader" and quite an interesting fellow. I'm sure you'll enjoy what he has to say. Have a listen. And Merry Christmas! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspaceST5').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Side_Tracks_005_Interview_With_Donald_Merriman.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

Hello, all! A brief, unexpected Side Track here. I had the pleasure to sit down with Donald Merriman for a short interview. If you've never heard of him, he's a self-proclaimed "Christmas Crusader" and quite an interesting fellow. I'm sure you'll enjoy what he has to say. Have a listen. And Merry Christmas! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspaceST5').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Side_Tracks_005_Interview_With_Donald_Merriman.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

Hello, all! A brief, unexpected Side Track here. I had the pleasure to sit down with Donald Merriman for a short interview. If you've never heard of him, he's a self-proclaimed "Christmas Crusader" and quite an interesting fellow. I'm sure you'll enjoy what he has to say. Have a listen. And Merry Christmas! Show Notes

Merry Christmas! It's that time of year again when Tim and Nick spend time looking back, this time at stories that affect us differently now than previously. Listen as we wax nostalgic and consider how time changes tastes. Then join us for discussion of a Christmas movie you've probably not seen, introduced by the world-traveling Brian Scherschel. After all, you can't welcome a new year without at least one more episode of Derailed Trains of Thought! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace24').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_Lest_Other_Old_Stories_Be_Forgot.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' }); Psst...if you like Mazedude as much as I do, check this out. - Nick

Merry Christmas! It's that time of year again when Tim and Nick spend time looking back, this time at stories that affect us differently now than previously. Listen as we wax nostalgic and consider how time changes tastes. Then join us for discussion of a Christmas movie you've probably not seen, introduced by the world-traveling Brian Scherschel. After all, you can't welcome a new year without at least one more episode of Derailed Trains of Thought! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace24').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_Lest_Other_Old_Stories_Be_Forgot.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' }); Psst...if you like Mazedude as much as I do, check this out. - Nick

Merry Christmas! It's that time of year again when Tim and Nick spend time looking back, this time at stories that affect us differently now than previously. Listen as we wax nostalgic and consider how time changes tastes. Then join us for discussion of a Christmas movie you've probably not seen, introduced by the world-traveling Brian Scherschel. After all, you can't welcome a new year without at least one more episode of Derailed Trains of Thought! Show Notes

To be brief, this episode features Nick and Tim pondering the task of telling a short story. How do you break a story down to essentials? They also perform live brainstorming. Listen in. Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace23').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_023_Lilliputian_Plots.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

To be brief, this episode features Nick and Tim pondering the task of telling a short story. How do you break a story down to essentials? They also perform live brainstorming. Listen in. Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace23').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_023_Lilliputian_Plots.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

To be brief, this episode features Nick and Tim pondering the task of telling a short story. How do you break a story down to essentials? They also perform live brainstorming. Listen in. Show Notes

Ah, Halloween. This is that festive time of year when such cuddly, creepy, heart-warming, bone-chilling creatures as evil witches, blood-slurping vampires, rotting zombies, and gory chainsaw-wielding psychopaths grace the forefront of our popular culture. Why do people enjoy being scared? And what role does fear have in storytelling? Nick and Tim are joined by frequent-contributor Brian Scherschel to tackle these questions and more. In this topsy-turvy episode, we begin with a Cinema Selections look at a classic 1955 thriller, and then move to discuss the appeal of the horror genre, the merits of suspense over surprise, and try to figure out what's the deal with this zombie craze anyway. Whether you're a horror addict or someone who hides behind the couch at the appearance of a menacing trash can, you're sure to find today's discussion intriguing. Take a listen! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace22').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_022.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

Ah, Halloween. This is that festive time of year when such cuddly, creepy, heart-warming, bone-chilling creatures as evil witches, blood-slurping vampires, rotting zombies, and gory chainsaw-wielding psychopaths grace the forefront of our popular culture. Why do people enjoy being scared? And what role does fear have in storytelling? Nick and Tim are joined by frequent-contributor Brian Scherschel to tackle these questions and more. In this topsy-turvy episode, we begin with a Cinema Selections look at a classic 1955 thriller, and then move to discuss the appeal of the horror genre, the merits of suspense over surprise, and try to figure out what's the deal with this zombie craze anyway. Whether you're a horror addict or someone who hides behind the couch at the appearance of a menacing trash can, you're sure to find today's discussion intriguing. Take a listen! Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace22').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_022.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

Having recovered from their EPIC anniversary episode, Tim and Nick set out to discover new realms of exploration. Along the way they realize, "Hey, it's pretty cool to keep finding new lands and creatures and characters and stuff." So they decided to discuss the art of discovery in fiction. Joined by scholar and writer John Bahler, they delve into mysteries, gaze into unattainable vistas, and ponder the combining of two of their favorite subjects. It's a new era for your favorite storytelling podcast, Derailed Trains of Thought. Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace21').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_021_The_Art_of_Fog.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });

Having recovered from their EPIC anniversary episode, Tim and Nick set out to discover new realms of exploration. Along the way they realize, "Hey, it's pretty cool to keep finding new lands and creatures and characters and stuff." So they decided to discuss the art of discovery in fiction. Joined by scholar and writer John Bahler, they delve into mysteries, gaze into unattainable vistas, and ponder the combining of two of their favorite subjects. It's a new era for your favorite storytelling podcast, Derailed Trains of Thought. Download Show Notes Loading the player ... jwplayer('mediaspace21').setup({ 'flashplayer': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/player.swf', 'file': 'http://www.worksofnick.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/Derailed_Trains_021_The_Art_of_Fog.m4a', 'controlbar': 'bottom', 'width': '470', 'height': '24' });