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World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 54, part 2: Worldbuilding Urban Legends & Folklore with Gregg HaleThe Blair Witch Project created a whole new film genre - and co-producer Gregg Hale is with guest host Kat to talk about worldbuilding urban legends and folk horror (and dark fairytales, like his new multimedia project, Black Velvet Fairies). Take a walk on the darker side of folklore as we explore how to make a creepy setting that uses the familiar to evoke DREAD.2024-07-3130 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 54, part 1: Worldbuilding Urban Legends & Folklore with Gregg HaleThe Blair Witch Project created a whole new film genre - and co-producer Gregg Hale is with guest host Kat to talk about worldbuilding urban legends and folk horror (and dark fairytales, like his new multimedia project, Black Velvet Fairies). Take a walk on the darker side of folklore as we explore how to make a creepy setting that uses the familiar to evoke DREAD.2024-07-3130 min
What Am I Rolling?Episode #133: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 6Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-07-211h 04
Life of FictionS3 Episode #33: Worldbuilding and an interview with the Lord of Monsters.Every fictional story requires worldbuilding. What makes children so amazing, is their imagination is not crippled by limitations of reality or logic.One of the most enjoyable aspects of worldbuilding in my own home is spending time with my creative children. They get a good measure of that from both myself and my wife, and it’s fun to see it come out in different ways.Today I wanted to share a conversation I had with the Lord of Monsters, my 9 year old son, Roman. He shares his thoughts and creations we are considering for th...2024-07-1822 min
What Am I Rolling?Episode #132: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 5Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-07-0754 min
GrowleryWorldbuilding in The Left Hand Of Darkness (Ursula K. Le Guin, 1969)HELLO! Gosh so sorry for my absence but thank you for your patience. Today's episode covers the worldbuilding within the scifi masterpiece The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin and some of the history surrounding when the book was published. Hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to try some worldbuilding for yourself! Up next -->Indie video game Gasp Also check out the TheysGaysandBookwormBabes podcast!Time Stamps3:20 - Episode Outline4:03 - Background Information on Book and Author with Overview of the 1960's civil rights...2024-06-291h 11
What Am I Rolling?Episode #131: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 4Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-06-2354 min
The Foresight Institute PodcastExistential Hope Worldbuilding: 1st place | Cities of OrareThis episode features an interview with the 1st place winners of our 2045 Worldbuilding challenge! Why Worldbuilding?We consider worldbuilding an essential tool for creating inspiring visions of the future that can help drive real-world change. Worldbuilding helps us explore crucial 'what if' questions for the future, by constructing detailed scenarios that prompt us to ask: What actionable steps can we take now to realize these desirable outcomes?Cities of Orare – our 1st place winnersCities of Orare imagines a future where AI-powered prediction markets called Orare amplify collective intelligence, enh...2024-06-2154 min
The Foresight Institute PodcastExistential Hope Worldbuilding: 2nd Place | Rising ChoirThis episode features an interview with the 2nd place winners of our 2045 Worldbuilding challenge! Why Worldbuilding?We consider worldbuilding an essential tool for creating inspiring visions of the future that can help drive real-world change. Worldbuilding helps us explore crucial 'what if' questions for the future, by constructing detailed scenarios that prompt us to ask: What actionable steps can we take now to realize these desirable outcomes?Rising Choir – our 2nd place winnersRising Choir envisions a 2045 where advanced AI and robotics are seamlessly integrated into everyday life, enhancing pro...2024-06-1451 min
What Am I Rolling?Episode #130: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 3Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-06-091h 05
The Foresight Institute PodcastExistential Hope Worldbuilding: 3rd Place | FloraTechThis episode features an interview with the 3rd place winners of our 2045 Worldbuilding challenge! Why Worldbuilding?We consider worldbuilding an essential tool for creating inspiring visions of the future that can help drive real-world change. Worldbuilding helps us explore crucial 'what if' questions for the future, by constructing detailed scenarios that prompt us to ask: What actionable steps can we take now to realize these desirable outcomes?FloraTech – our 3rd place winnersIn the world of 2045, a network of bounded AI agents, imbued with robust ethical con...2024-06-0754 min
What Am I Rolling?Episode #129: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 2Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-05-2643 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 42, part 2: Mood, Tone, Theme & Genre in Worldbuilding w Peter ChiykowskiAre you in the mood... for worldbuilding? Join Janet and our guest Peter Chiykowski of Rock, Paper, Cynic and The Story Engine Deck as we talk about the elements of mood, tone and theme in worldbuilding. These subtle aspects can have a huge impact on how people experience your world - here's how to use them with intention!2024-05-0842 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastEpisode 42, part 1: Mood, Tone, Theme & Genre in Worldbuilding w Peter ChiykowskiAre you in the mood... for worldbuilding? Join Janet and our guest Peter Chiykowski of Rock, Paper, Cynic and The Story Engine Deck as we talk about the elements of mood, tone and theme in worldbuilding. These subtle aspects can have a huge impact on how people experience your world - here's how to use them with intention!2024-05-0834 min
What Am I Rolling?Episode #128: 30 Days of Worldbuilding Pt. 1Show NotesThis week, Fiona tries her hand at building her very own setting prompt by prompt, using Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding: An Author’s Step-by-Step Guide to Building Fictional Worlds’.Overwhelmed by creating fantasy worlds? Lost in your world? Unsure where to go next?30 Days of Worldbuilding breaks the task into manageable chunks. By following 30 creative prompts, this book will guide you from idea, to full world.You can find out more information and grab your own copy of Angeline Trevena’s ‘30 Days of Worldbuilding’ and other guides on the Step By...2024-04-2843 min
Your Best Writing LifeStrategies for Fiction Worldbuilding with Amy WilliamsWhat did you think of this episode?What’s stopping you from writing fiction? Perhaps it’s how to build a world that enhances your story. Today’s guest is bringing everything we need to know about worldbuilding. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mts of NC. I’m your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I’m so glad you...2024-03-1949 min
Cadres01e02: WorldbuildingAmy and Kevin dive into the first topic in the Playful Connections theme for 2024 ... Worldbuilding: Co-creating Context.
We use worldbuilding to connect in many ways, from our pretend play as kids or adults to conversations with friends in which we imagine our futures together and apart. Worldbuilding is a symbolic creation for healing and growth.
The scope and process of constructing an imaginary world varies greatly and often includes consideration of how we might be impacted by geographies, lore, sociopolitical structures, cultures, and technology. It's a fundamental aspect of many creative endeavors such as literature, f...2024-02-1920 min
Life of FictionS2 Episode #19: Advanced Worldbuilding with SimonEvery fictional story requires some form of worldbuilding. So why not become exceptionally GOOD at it?When I started writing stories in the Wanted Hero universe, I had a hope that someday, my kids would want to assist me in building this fictional world. That together, our talents and imaginations would create something to truly entertain those around us. When Simon took an interest in these stories, and wanted to know more about how the world worked…we started worldbuilding together.In today’s episode, Simon and I talk shop and let you list...2024-02-151h 32
Life of FictionS2 Episode #18: BONUS - Book Signing & Advanced Worldbuilding JournalsThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.lifeoffiction.comAll you have to do to get the attention of patrons in a library…is scream.Yes, I did that more than once…and people enjoyed the attention-getter.Today we talk about the adventure my son Simon and I had in doing a book signing at a Library — which was a first for both of us. We also go over some worldbuilding, so here’s the links to the Advanced Worldbuilding journals I mentioned.Advanced Worldbui...2024-02-0801 min
Healing The Spirit: Astrology, Archetypes & Artmaking119. Ari Felix: Worldbuilding with The Planetary AncestorsHow might we easefully and joyfully build our dreamworld? What do the planetary ancestors teach us about worldbuilding? What does being at the center of our experience have to do with worldbuilding?What a joy to weave this psychedelic conversation with Ari Felix aka. The Dream Mami. Ari's work has profoundly inspired me, deepened my relationship to my creator self, and shifted my orientation this past year. We discussed Ari's worldbuilding journey as well as the connection between astrology, the planetary game, and worldbuilding. We also talked about what it means to facilitate inner enthusiasm f...2024-01-111h 31
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastGeography in Worldbuilding: from Map to Myth to Magic with Andy Law and CaeoraWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Geography is the literal foundation of your worldbuilding. Join us for this foray into the forests, deserts, mountains and oceans of your imagination. From mapmaking to natural disasters to unnatural landmarks, you won’t want to miss this groundbreaking session. Where to start with geography in worldbuilding? What are the critical elements of geography in worldbuilding? How to combine natural processes, historical events and fantastical elements? How can geography make stories and games more engaging? Tips for describing fantasy geography for readers & play...2023-10-0453 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastDark Worldbuilding: Bringing the Shadows to Your World with Michael WilliamsWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Tone, mood and aesthetic are all elements that can be used to differentiate your world. Join us for a lively discussion on how to add a darker edge to your worldbuilding efforts. Learn how careful placement of the shadows in your world can add depth, and help your world feel more realistic - or more fantastical. Does genre affect worldbuilding? Are some naturally darker than others? What lures us to dark worlds as authors, readers & gamers? How do we create reader experiences in...2023-10-0445 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastWhen to Stop Worldbuilding with Chris Fox, Jason Sizemore, John Joseph Adams, C.L. ClarkWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! It’s easy to get carried away by the desire to fully flesh out your fictional world. Our panel of industry experts will explain how much worldbuilding is enough - and how to deliver it for maximum impact, while avoiding the dreaded “exposition infodump prologue.” Why do we need to stop worldbuilding? What worldbuilding elements should be going on the page? What tricks create the illusion of deep worldbuilding without too much detail? Tips for guiding readers into a complex setting graduall...2023-10-0448 min
World Anvil Worldbuilding PodcastMagic Systems in Worldbuilding with Keith Baker, Celeste Conowitch & Shane HensleyWelcome to a special Bonus Season! Enjoy these sessions from this year's Worldbuilding Con! Our panel of experts is ready to bring the magic! Join us as we think through the mechanics of magic systems. Consider how different magic systems affect combat balance and action economy in gaming. Learn how different styles of magic can contribute to your fictional world’s overall theme and premise. Where do you start with creating a magic system? What are the essential elements of a magic system? How can you balance your magic system? How to explain your magic system to y...2023-10-0451 min