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Jon reads Daniel’s story, Five Lessons and the two of them then discuss how the process of maturing is explored within the story. They talk about the difficult parts of growing up and how they can be explored in fiction.

Daniel and Jon consider taking a broader view of what constitutes a coming of age story as they examine Good Will Hunting. They discuss how trauma can delay personal growth and how the film portrays the process of coming to terms with past suffering as an adult.

Daniel and Jon take a look at Drifting Home, a movie that is about children stranded on a magical ocean on the surface, but much more if you look a little deeper. They discuss how the film uses symbolism to explore several different comings of age and how growing up means different things for different people.

Daniel and Jon investigate coming of age stories. Just what constitutes such a story? How is our understanding of this kind of story changing and growing and why do they often feel so poignant?

Daniel and Jon examine Daniel’s short story, Paragon? They look at what happens when you transpose superhero characters from the worlds crafted around them into worlds that more closely resemble our own. They discuss the idea of superheroes as flawed beings.

Daniel is joined by Keith and Andy from Sonoran Desert Media’s Brockton Bay Chronicles. Together they take a look at the compelling characters and smart writing choices that set Worm apart from other media focused on superheroes and villains.

Daniel and Jon discuss Invincible, a comic-turned-animated-series that explores not only the dramatic action of costumed heroics but also the emotional and psychological effects the superhero lifestyle has on the ones that take up the mantle.

Daniel is joined by Marv once more as they discuss superhero stories. They discuss what makes for a compelling superhero story and ponder the origins and future of our spandex-wearing champions.

Daniel is joined by guests Dan and Marv to discuss their web serial, Secrets of Slumber. They touch on the interesting concept and intriguing worldbuilding before delving into their quirky and unique narrator, the Story Re-Teller.

Daniel and Jon explore Markus Zusak’s novel, The Book Thief. They discuss how the already emotional and poignant story is elevated even further by its choice of narrator.