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Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsInterview with Opera Singer Emily GallagherWelcome to what we're calling Season 2.5! Law school is keeping Peter busy, but we're still finding time to interview amazing writers.We had the opportunity to interview an opera singer and librettist, Emily Gallagher. Emily wrote her own opera, Enchanted Melodies, a fun, interactive opera perfect for children and individuals who might not be the most avid opera fans. She talks about how she came to write her opera, what that process was like, and what she hopes opera can be in the future. We hope you enjoy the interview!Link to Emily's...2024-08-1434 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsInterview with Author Kika Hatzopoulou (Threads That Bind)Welcome to what we're calling Season 2.5! Law school is keeping Peter busy, but we're still finding time to interview amazing authors.The fourth author we interviewed is Kika Hatzopoulou. She is the author of Threads That Bind and its sequel, Hearts That Cut. We talked about her book, what it was like writing a modern fantasy novel based on Greek Mythology as a Greek Author, and more! We hope you enjoy the interview!Link to Kika's website:https://kikahatzopoulou.com/You can support our podcast and access exclusive...2024-07-0534 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsInterview with Author Michael Jaymes (You've Got The Wrong Guy)Welcome to what we're calling Season 2.5! Law school is keeping Peter busy, but we're still finding time to interview amazing authors.The third author we interviewed is Michael Jaymes. He is an author and a writing coach. We talked about his book, writing mystery, alpha and beta readers, and more. We hope you enjoy the interview!Link to Michael's website:https://bit.ly/m/MichaelJaymesYou can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Instagram and T...2024-06-2134 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsInterview with Author Taleen Voskuni (Sorry, Bro)Welcome to what we're calling Season 2.5! Law school is keeping Peter busy, but we're still finding time to interview amazing authors.The second author we interviewed is Taleen Voskuni. You can read her debut novel, Sorry, Bro, now. We talked about her book, what it was like writing a modern, queer, Armenian-American romcom, how law school may have influenced her writing, the journey to becoming a published author, and more.We hope you enjoy the interview!Link to Taleen's website:https://www.taleenvoskuni.com/You can...2024-06-0724 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsInterview with Author Rana Schenke (Always A Choice)Welcome to what we're calling Season 2.5! Law school is keeping Peter busy, but we're still finding time to interview amazing authors.The first author we interviewed is Rana Schenke. You can read her debut novel, Always A Choice, now. We talked about her book, what stories have inspired her work, what it's like finally being an author after years of work, and more. We hope you enjoy the interview!Links to Rana's social media and book:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranaschenke/Website: https://ranaschenke.com/...2024-05-2433 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsBONUS: Howl's Moving Castle DiscussionHello! Hoping everyone is doing well and enjoying these first days of March. On today's episode, Kaitlyn and Julianne discuss the book and movie versions of Howl's Moving Castle.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Threads: @determinepodInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Producer: Peter MarkotsisToday's episode edited and hosted by: Kaitlyn Cunningham and Julianne Starzee...2024-03-091h 05
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsBONUS: Interview With Star Wars Author Laura PohlWe interviewed an author who wrote a Star Wars short story! Laura Pohl is the author of "Trooper Trouble" in the anthology series "From a Certain Point of View." Her story is featured in the Return of the Jedi book. It tells the story of a stormtrooper tasked with standing in the hanger of the Death Star as important members of the Empire visit the new battle station. Working for the Empire comes with some problems: the working hours are long, the coworkers are difficult to get along with, no one is training them to use blasters, the paychecks...2024-01-0530 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsBONUS: Coyote WorkshopHello! We hope you are having a happy and restful holiday season! We wanted to share a special bonus episode with you all. Before we even began thinking about season 2 of the podcast, we did a single workshop for a novella Peter wrote called "Coyote." Everyone read the first three chapters and shared their glows and grows and favorite lines from the story. This is the workshop episode. Before you listen to this episode, check out the story. You can either read it on Wattpad or listen to it on the previous episode. We hope that...2023-12-2643 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsBONUS: Coyote ReadingHello! We hope you are having a happy and restful holiday season! We wanted to share a special bonus episode with you all. Before we even began thinking about season 2 of the podcast, we did a single workshop for a novella Peter wrote called "Coyote." Everyone read the first three chapters and shared their glows and grows and favorite lines from the story. This is the audiobook version of the first three chapters. After you listen to the story, you can listen to our workshop discussion in the next episode. We hope that you enjoy!2023-12-2629 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 17 - Interview with Kalynn Applewhite, Author of Awakening AnneWelcome to our final episode of Season 2! We had so much fun working on this season and interviewing so many incredible guests, and we hope that you enjoyed listening!For our final interview of the season, we wanted to check back in with Kalynn Applewhite, author of Awakening Anne. We chatted with her about how her book launch went, what she's learned about her writing, and so much more!Find Kalynn's social media and links to her book here: https://linktr.ee/kalynnapplewhiteYou can support our podcast and access...2023-10-1530 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 16B - Peter's WorkshopWe've finally reached the end of our workshops for season 2! Join us as we discuss Peter's story, Waveskimmer and the Dark Tunnel. As per usual, Peter tells us a little bit about their story, then our readers share what they thought Peter did well and what they can improve, and then we finish the workshop by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Peter's story, check out Episode 16A.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter: @d...2023-09-291h 08Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 16A - Peter's StoryListen to Peter's Story Waveskimmer and the Dark Tunnel here! After you listen to their story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering them some insights into what they wrote well and what they can improve in their story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter: @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/9718532023-09-2918 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 15 - Interview with Professor Nick RacheotesWe are so excited to share our interview with Professor (and Peter's Uncle) Nick Racheotes with you all! Nick is a retired Professor of Russian History and an avid reader and writer. In the interview, he talks about the various fantasy and science-fiction books that have shaped his life, and he leaves us with some wisdom about storytelling and the joy it brings to both writers and readers.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter: @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodFollow us...2023-09-1556 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 14B: Izzy's WorkshopJoin us for our latest creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Izzy's story The Grand Dragon Hotel. As per usual, Izzy tells us a little bit about her story, then our readers share what they thought she did well and what she can improve. We end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Izzy's story, check out Episode 14A.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter: @detdeldragons...2023-08-2557 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 14A: Izzy's StoryListen to Izzy's story The Grand Dragon Hotel here! After you listen to her story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering her some insights into what she wrote well and what she can improve in her story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter: @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/9718532023-08-2532 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 13: Interview with Drema Deoraich, Author of EntheophageWe are so excited to share our next author interview with you! Drema Deoraich is the author of Entheophage, an incredible book about a pharmaceutical scientist harvesting the last pristine coral reef in the world, and a virus that seems to be changing the world's kids. Peter sat down with her to talk about her book, how it all came together, and what advice she has for aspiring authors. We hope that you enjoy this episode!You can find Drema here:https://www.dremadeoraich.com/www.niveymarts.comFacebook: https...2023-08-1532 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 12B: Julianne's WorkshopJoin us for our latest creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Julianne's story, Dargon. As per usual, Julianne tells us a little bit about her story, then our readers share what they thought she did well and what she can improve, and then we end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Julianne's story, check out Episode 12A.Check out Bob Gonzalez's Website and book here: https://flickerinthewater.com/a-flicker-in-the-water/You can support our p...2023-07-281h 03Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 12A: Julianne's StoryListen to Julianne's Story Dargon here! After you listen to her story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering her some insights into what she wrote well, and what she can improve in her story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Producer/Editor: Pe...2023-07-2812 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 11 - Cover Design with Katia BalabDo you like the front covers of any books? We certainly do. Here to tell us more about cover design is Katia Balab who works at Miblart, a cover design company. Listen until the end for a promo code for your very own book cover!You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodFollow us on TikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853...2023-07-1530 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 10B - Mel's WorkshopJoin us for our latest creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Mel's story, Fairy Child. As per usual, Mel tells us a little bit about her story, then our readers share what they thought she did well and what she can improve, and then we end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Mel's story, check out Episode 10A.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepod2023-06-3049 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 10A - Mel's StoryListen to Mel's Story Fairy Child here! After you listen to her story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering her some insights into what she wrote well, and what she can improve in her story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Producer: Pe...2023-06-3016 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 9 - Star Wars and Orientalism with Ali SadekStar Wars. It's a wide and fascinating galaxy filled with all sorts of landscapes and people, and yet time and time again we seem to return to desert planets that seem to resemble this thing called "The Orient." We brought on our friend, Ali Sadek, to talk to us about Orientalism and Star Wars, and how our favorite galaxy far far away could do a better job of representing the desert and the people who live there.You can buy Post Colonial Star Wars: Essays on Empire and Rebellion in a Galaxy Far Far Away here!2023-06-1535 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 8B - Sammy's WorkshopJoin us for our fourth creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Sammy's story, Hostage Negotiator from Another World. As per usual, Sammy tells us a little bit about his story, then our readers share what they thought he did well and what he can improve, and then we end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Sammy's story, check out Episode 8AYou can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragons2023-05-2649 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 8A - Sammy's StoryListen to Sammy's Story Hostage Negotiator from Another World here! After you listen to his story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering him some insights into what he wrote well, and what he can improve in his story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/9718532023-05-2614 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 7 - Interview with Maddy Glenn, Author and Head of Softwood PublishingIn this episode, Peter interviewed Maddy Glenn, author and owner of the self-publishing company, Softwood Publishing. They talked about the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs self-publishing, how Softwood Publishing helps authors through the publishing process, and about her own writing process. If you're thinking about self-publishing and want to learn more, this is the episode for you.You can find Maddy here:Twitter: @_maddyglennSoftwood Self Publishing: https://www.swspublishing.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddyglenn/Buy her books: https://mjglennauthor.sumupstore.com/products2023-05-1533 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 6B: Andy's WorkshopJoin us for our third creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Andy's story, The Legend of Big Belly. As per usual, Andy tells us a little bit about his story, then our readers share what they thought he did well and what he can improve, and then we end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Andy's story, check out Episode 6AYou can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragons2023-04-2856 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 6A: Andy's StoryListen to Andy's Story "The Legend of Big Belly" here! After you listen to his story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering him some insights into what he wrote well, and what he can improve in his story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/9718532023-04-2820 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 5 - A Conversation With Author Owen KingWe sat down and chatted with Author Owen King, one of Peter's creative writing professors at Vassar College. We talked about the writing process and how to overcome some obstacles when it comes to finishing a story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodFollow us on TikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Producer/Editor: Peter MarkotsisHosts: Izzy...2023-04-1535 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 4B - Kaitlyn's WorkshopJoin us for our second creative writing workshop of season 2! We'll be taking a look at Kaitlyn's story, Dragon Song. As per usual, Kaitlyn tells us a little bit about her story, then our readers share what they thought she did well and what she can improve, and then we end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Kaitlyn's story, check out Episode 4AYou can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepod2023-03-3150 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 4A - Kaitlyn's StoryListen to Kaitlyn's Story "Dragon Song" here! After you listen to her story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering her some insights into what she wrote well, and what she can improve in her story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Producer...2023-03-3110 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 3 - Author Interview with Kalynn ApplewhiteWe had the pleasure of interviewing author Kalynn Applewhite about her upcoming book, Awakening Anne. Izzy and Peter had the pleasure of reading the first chapter of the book, and they ask Kalynn about what inspired her to write it, what it's like doing research for a novel set around World War 1, and what keeps her going as a writer.Follow Kalynn on social media: https://linktr.ee/kalynnapplewhiteAwakening Anne Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/applewhitegames/awakening-anne-paranormal-fiction-novelFirst chapter of Awakening Anne: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RJD-Y9IURQHAcERqROLdoPI27...2023-03-1528 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 2B - Julie's WorkshopOur first workshop of Season 2 features a story submitted by a familiar voice on the podcast, Julie Wilson! She tells us a little about her story, We Were Once Once, and then all our other writers offer their thoughts on something they thought the story did well, and something that could be improved. We end, of course, by sharing our favorite lines from the story. If you want to hear Julie's story, check out Episode 2AYou can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsTwitter @detdeldragons2023-02-2443 minDetermination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 2A - Julie's StoryListen to Julie's Story "We Were Once Once" here! After you listen to her story, check out what our readers thought about it in the next episode. We'll be offering her some insights into what she wrote well, and what she can improve in her story.You can support our podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodTikTok: @determinationdragRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/9718532023-02-2416 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsSeason 2 Episode 1 - Welcome to our Creative Writing Workshop!Welcome to season 2 of Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons! For this season, we will primarily be workshopping stories written by a few of our friends. Each month, one of our writers will share a story with us, and the entire group (all 8 writers) will offer feedback. In this episode, we'll be introducing you to our wonderful cast of writers and talking a little bit about what you can expect in season 2. In addition to the workshops, get ready for some fun episodes including a conversation with author Owen King, a look into how Orientalism is present in the Star Wars...2023-02-1517 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 14: Pana - Workshopping the Full BookNow that we've workshopped each of the nine shorter stories that make up the first Pana book, we thought it would be interesting to take a look at the book as a whole. In this workshop, we welcome back Master of English Julie Wilson, and talk about characters, plot, LGBTQIA+ representation, and some predictions (and spoilers) for where the story will go from here.Have a happy and healthy New Year! As the Greeks say, χρόνια πολλά! (It directly translates to "years many." In this context it means "have many years.")You can support...2022-12-311h 03
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsHappy Holidays!Hello! We just wanted to stop on by and give you a quick update about season 1 of the podcast. We'll be releasing our final episode of the season shortly, and then we'll take a short break as we work on season 2. Keep an ear out for updates on that early next year. Until then, we hope that you have a wonderful holiday season.You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on TikTok: @determinationdragTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepod...2022-12-1502 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 13b: "Sickness" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's ninth and final short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series (book 1), "Sickness," here!You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on TikTok: @determinationdragTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodRead the Pana stories for free on Inkitt.com: https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/971853Editor/Producer: Peter MarkotsisNarrator/Music: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-251h 04
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 13: "Sickness" WorkshopThe end is here! Not the end, but the end of what will hopefully be the first book in the Pana cycle (Peter is currently working on book 2). Pana finally reaches one of the world devastating weapons left over from The Cataclysm, and meets up with an old friend. We talk about finales: what makes a good one, what we want to see, what we don't want to see. To introduce the episode, we talk about the short show, Over the Garden Wall, created by Patrick McHale.We are so excited to be airing this final...2022-11-251h 05
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode κ: Maul and the Restlessness of HateDarth Maul was a fan favorite when he appeared in Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. Even after his apparent death, he returned to life in the animated show, Star Wars the Clone Wars, only to keep fighting his old enemies. Eventually, in Star Wars Rebels, the character dies for what may be the final time, exhausted, in the arms of Obi-Wan Kenobi. That scene has stood out to Peter for a while. They've heard various takes on the matter, and now offer their own interpretation of what occurred and what it teaches us.2022-11-1515 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsJourney to The Owl House: Season 3 Episode 1: Thanks to ThemHere on Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons, we love chatting about Disney's, The Owl House. We just watched the first episode of season 3, and wanted to share our thoughts with you. Is Belos or The Collector the better villain? How does the show diverge from our limited understanding of what horror is? Are Giraffes really that scary? We answer all these and more in this episode.You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on TikTok: @determinationdragTwitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodRead the...2022-10-301h 07
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 12b: "Continuation" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's eighth short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series, "Continuation," here!You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodEditor/Producer: Peter MarkotsisNarrator/Music: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2828 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 12: "Continuation" WorkshopAs we discuss the second to last short story in the Pana cycle, it seemed fitting to talk about rising action and the process by which we move a story to its epic conclusion. To help us think about rising action, we take a look at Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and how it prepares us - or doesn't - for Harry's confrontation with Voldemort.Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsHost/Producer/Editor...2022-10-2859 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode ι: Avatar the Last Airbender/Legend of Korra and the Nation StateIn Peter's undergrad thesis, they explored the idea of the nation-state and how it is constructed through the collective imagination of different groups of people. They thought it would be interesting to look at the vibrant world of Avatar the Last Airbender and the Legend of Korra, a world built on the premise of there being four distinct nations, and see how the shows can help us understand imagined communities.Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragons2022-10-1519 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 11b: "Unexpected Ripples" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's seventh short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series, "Unexpected Ripples," here!Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsProducer/Editor: Peter MarkotsisNarrator: Izzy PerezMusic: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-3037 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 11: "Unexpected Ripples" WorkshopWe're slowly nearing the end of the Pana cycle! As Pana approaches the end of their journey and the overwhelming task set before them and has to make a decision, we thought it would be interesting to talk about Responsibility. And what better way to introduce that theme than through Avatar the Last Airbender, created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko.Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsHost/Producer/Editor: Peter Markotsis...2022-09-3051 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 10: Love and Connectivity in She-Ra and the Princesses of Power (ft. Andy Rutherford)We hope you all had a wonderful June, and that your Summer is swell and relaxing. We are delighted to share this episode featuring the great Andy Rutherford, DnD extraordinaire, creative writing master, quidditch captain, and so much more. Andy talks about the power of love in the show "She-Ra and the Princesses of Power," created by ND Stevenson, and what it can teach us about connectivity.If you'd like to support the podcast you can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram...2022-09-1549 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 9b: "Visions" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's sixth short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series, "Visions," here!You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsEditor/Producer: Peter MarkotsisNarrator/Music: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-0238 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 9: "Visions" WorkshopThis may be Peter's favorite installment of the Pana cycle. Today, we workshop the sixth short story in the series, Visions. As the crew sails through the Hudson Bay, everyone begins to mysteriously fall asleep and have different visions. But what do these visions mean, and how will they alter Pana's journey as they continue to run from their past? We focus our conversation on the theme of perception, and use the book, The Giver, by Lois Lowry, as the starting point for our conversation.Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram...2022-08-2658 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsJourney to The Owl House: Season 1 Episode 2, Witches Before Wizards (ft, Elijah)Hope you're having an excellent summer! Join us as we dive into the second episode of The Owl House with the help of the incredible Elijah, aka, Not-So-Average-Fangirl!Check out Elijah: Twitter @notsoavgfangirlYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FanGirl4u/featuredFollow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsHost/Producer/Editor: Peter MarkotsisCo-Host: Tess MarkotsisFeaturing: Elijah (Not-So-Average-Fangirl)Music: Julie...2022-08-1536 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 8b: "Finding a Place to Rest" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's fifth short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series, "Finding a Place to Rest," here!You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodEditor/Producer: PeterNarrator/Music: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2945 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 8: "Finding a Place to Rest" WorkshopHope you're staying cool during this hot Summer. And what better way to stay cool than heading on inside, grabbing some seat, and listening to our latest episode!In this episode, Izzy and Peter workshop the fifth installment of the Pana and Waveskimmer series of short stories, Finding a Place to Rest. As Pana and Waveskimmer flee Varé, they come across a port village and some new people (as well as some new problems). They talk about the idea of disasters and how we write about them, and use the book, Salvage the Bones, by Jesmyn W...2022-07-2956 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsJourney to The Owl House: Review of Season 1, Episode 1, A Lying Witch and a WardenHere on Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons, we love diving into a story and analyzing everything about it. So, we decided to do an episode by episode analysis of one of our favorite shows, The Owl House, created by Dana Terrace! On this first episode, Peter is joined by their cousin, Tess, as they begin to pick apart the series premiere. They talk about the various characters, the setting of The Boiling Isles, what magic is shown to be, and why giraffes were banished.Follow us on Twitter: @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodCheck...2022-07-1543 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 7: A Conversation with Michael Barakiva, Author of "Hold My Hand"We are delighted to have had the opportunity to speak to the incredible Michael Barakiva (he/him): author of the book "Hold My Hand," director, and fellow graduate of Vassar College. This episode is our conversation with him. He told us about some of the inspiration behind his book, aspects of his Armenian background, the importance of centering romance in a novel defined by its queerness, and so much more. Be prepared for some wonderful insights and gems of wisdom, as well as a healthy dose of laughter.Follow us on Twitter @DetDelDragonsInstagram...2022-06-2447 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode θ: The Great Star Wars Debate with Andy RutherfordPeter and Andy rank all the Star Wars movies as well as The Clone Wars and Rebels tv shows, and talk about why they like Star Wars. This episode is filled with laughs, some mild analysis, and a few surprises.Featuring: AndyHost/Editor/Producer: PeterArt: GloriaMusic: JulieCheck out our Patreon where we post exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2022-06-151h 37
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 6b: "Catching Up" AudiobookYou can listen to the audiobook of Peter's fourth short story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series, "Catching Up," here!You can support our podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter @detdeldragonsInstagram: @determinepodNarrator/Editor/Producer: PeterMusic: JulieArt: Gloria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2747 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 6: "Catching Up" WorkshopWe hope you've all had an excellent May! Congrats to those of you who have graduated recently. May this summer be relaxing for you. We have so many exciting things planned for the podcast, so stay tuned.In this episode, Peter and Izzy workshop the fourth short story in Peter's series of stories about Pana and Waveskimmer called "Catching Up." Pana and their friend turned nemesis Varé finally meet up for the first time since Pana left their village. We discuss how their dynamic has changed, and connect their story to that of Catra and Adora's in...2022-05-271h 19
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode η: Amity Blight Character AppreciationPeter has already talked about why Luz Noceda, the protagonist in Disney's The Owl House, is amazing, and now it's time to talk about another character from that show. Amity Blight is possibly their favorite character in the show, so much so that they even dyed their hair green to match her. Peter talks about Amity's progression from somewhat of an antagonist to the main love interest, how Amity works to be better, and how happiness plays into her role in the story.Host/Editor/Producer: PeterMusic: JulieCover Art: Gloria2022-05-1518 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 5b: The Guardian of RyothoThis is the Audiobook version of "The Guardian of Ryotho," the third installment in the Pana and Waveskimmer story. It is meant to be listened to alongside Episode 5, in which Izzy and Peter workshop this story.Writer/Editor/Producer: PeterNarrator: IzzyArt: GloriaMusic: JulieFeel free to check out our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsWe also have a Twitter now! You can follow us @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2022-04-3050 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 5: The Guardian of Ryotho WorkshopWe hope you had an excellent April! In this episode, Peter and Izzy workshop the third story in Peter's series of short stories, "The Guardian of Ryotho." Join their discussion of perception and how characters and people view the spaces in which they move about in.We also want to dedicate this episode to two amazing departed dogs, Summer and Sassy, both of whom were lovable, gentle, warm-hearted, and loved to eat.You can check out our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragons2022-04-301h 09
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode ζ: Magic and Energy in Disney's The Owl House, ft. Johnny MorenoIn this Episode, Peter chats with Dr. Johnny Moreno about Disney's excellent animated show, The Owl House. Johnny is a doctor in Ecuador, and Peter met him while volunteering for Blanca's House. The two realized that they both enjoyed The Owl House, and we decided to invite Johnny on the podcast to continue the conversation that began in Ecuador. He talks about his experiences growing up in Ecuador and New York, what it means to feel the rain as opposed to just getting wet, and about the magic in all of our lives, as well as in the show.2022-04-1551 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 4: The Physicality of Books, with Julie WilsonHappy Greek Independence Day! On this episode of Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons we are joined by the wonderful Julie Wilson. We explore some of the physical aspects of books through a discussion of Charlie Jane Anders' short story, The Bookstore at the End of America, and then Julie tells us about the research she conducted as a Master's student at the University of Virginia.Our Patreon can be found at: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodHosts: Peter Markotsis and Izzy...2022-03-2558 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode ε: William Wordsworth's Lucy GrayIn this episode, Peter shares an essay that they wrote for their Trans-Atlantic Romanticism class. It focuses on the Lucy poems written by William Wordsworth, and how the poet manages to intermix the beautiful with the sublime as defined during the romantic period.If you would like to help support the podcast, you can check out our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodEditor/Host/Producer: PeterMusic: JulieCover Art: Gloria...2022-03-1518 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 3b: Frozen TogetherThis is the audiobook style recording of the 2nd Pana and Waveskimmer story, Frozen Together, and is meant to be listened to alongside episode 3, in which we workshop this story.Check out our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepodHost/Editor/Producer/Narrator: Peter MarkotsisMusic: Julie WilsonCover Art: GloriaVoice of Pana: KristenVoice of Varé and Pana's Father: Ling-Xiu ZhangVoice of Salston Gally: Julie Wilson2022-02-2840 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 3: Frozen Together WorkshopJoin Izzy and Peter as they discuss worldbuilding while workshopping Peter's second story in the Pana and Waveskimmer series.Hosts: Izzy Perez and Peter MarkotsisEditor/Producer: Peter MarkotsisMusic: Julie WilsonCover Art: GloriaDon't forget to check out our Patreon! Follow this link: https://www.patreon.com/DetDelDragonsFollow us on Twitter at @DetDelDragonsInstagram: @determinepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-281h 08
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode δ: Why Bellatrix Didn't Become a Death Eater Until "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"Most Harry Potter fans know Bellatrix as Voldemort's lieutenant, his top Death Eater who is willing to do absolutely anything in his service. But what if she wasn't a Death Eater during the first Wizarding War? Voldemort claims that two Lestranges went to Azkaban for their service to him, but we know that there are actually three: Bellatrix, her husband Rodolphus, and his brother Rabastan. Is this just a typo, or is there something that fans of Harry Potter have missed all these years?Please check out our new Patreon! You can find it at this...2022-02-1521 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode γ: Thoughts from Ecuador on Imagination and InspirationPeter had the incredible opportunity to visit Guayaquil Ecuador as part of a medical mission. While they were there, they visited a place called Las Peñas (the steps). It reminded them of a world they've been working on developing for the last eight years. They talk about how for them, imagining settings and characters can be a struggle, and that watching the world around them helps to creatively define the spaces they write about.Host/Producer/Editor: Peter MarkotsisCover Art: GloriaMusic: Julie WilsonPlease check out o...2022-02-1313 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode β: How To Train Your Dragon and the PatriarchyIn this episode, Peter takes a look at how the How To Train Your Dragon books written by Cressida Cowell, present patriarchy, and the ways in which the titular character Hiccup pushes back against the patriarchal system of the Barbaric Archipelago. If you've ever wondered how dragons can teach us to be a gentler, kinder, and more thoughtful society, then this is the episode for you.Written, Produced, and Edited by Peter Markotsis.Cover Art by Gloria.Music by Julie Wilson.Please check out our new Patreon! You can...2022-01-1526 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 2: Improvisational Writing With Guest Kaitlyn CunninghamGet ready to join us as we write improvised stories just for you. In this episode, Izzy and Peter along with the incredible Kaitlyn Cunningham perform a writing exercise designed to test our ability to improvise and change tones. You'll hear us as we go through the process of talking about what we'll be doing, read the stories we wrote, and then discuss them afterwards. This is a great exercise that you can do with your friends and family at home or over Zoom.Hosts: Izzy Perez and Peter MarkotsisGuest Host: Kaitlyn Cunningham2021-12-3144 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode α: Luz Noceda of the Human RealmHappy holidays! We hope that you all are staying safe, and having a fantastic and restful holiday season. We would like to present you with a little gift. In this episode, Peter talks a bit about one of the best fictional characters of all time: Luz Noceda, from the fantastic show, The Owl House, by Dana Terrace. This is a short, fun, and quickly made episode about some of the reasons why Luz is fantastic.We may drop some similar episodes every so often that don't follow our main format. We're still experimenting with podcasting and...2021-12-2213 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 1b: Off The ScentIn our first episode, we workshopped a story written by Peter called Off The Scent, the first in a series of short stories about Pana and their dragon friend Waveskimmer. Though we gave a brief summary of the story in that episode, we realized that parts of our discussion may have been difficult to follow without actually reading the story for yourself. So, we decided to have Peter, someone who has avoided public speaking and acting for the greater part of 22.5 years, record themself reading the story for you. We hope you enjoy!Please check out...2021-11-0843 min
Determination, Deliberation, and DragonsEpisode 1: IntroductionsWelcome to the first episode of Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons, a podcast in which Izzy (she/her) and Peter (they/them) talk about various aspects of creative writing while workshopping their own stories. Our goal is to improve as writers and to share some helpful tips with you along the way. In this episode, Izzy and Peter introduce themselves, and talk about what makes a good introduction to a story while discussing the opening chapter in a series that Peter is currently working on involving dragons, friendship, and possible hypothermia. They'll be comparing this chapter to the opening chapter...2021-11-0443 min