Introducing Stories I Tell
I’m starting a new storytelling podcast called Stories I Tell.
2020
So enraptured by this work of art, the man closed his eyes so he could keep the picture in his mind.
Astronomy Class
The girl with curly hair stared out the classroom window as her teacher displayed a map of the solar system.
Noise
Let’s talk about the 4 types of noise that mess up clear communication. (Only one small part is technical).
Mobile-friendly PDF
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What’s next for the local podcast in Richardson, Texas?
In January 2020, I talked with my wife, Tiffany Norris, host of “This is Richardson.”
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Does your church schedule contribute to biblical illiteracy?
Your church schedule shows members and visitors what you value as a church. What does your schedule say?
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Uh, you know, filler words do, like, serve a purpose
This kind of speech is often called “disfluency,” which sounds like a disease. Trust me, it is not. Filler words serve multiple purposes.
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Learning is hard work
Your brain is amazing, but sometimes it struggles to learn. Guess what—that’s normal.
Biblical illiteracy and the Second Great Awakening
Biblical illiteracy in the United States is a problem as old as the United States. Here’s the question we should be asking.
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Biblical illiteracy in 1915
When I set out to understand biblical illiteracy, I kept looking to see when Bible literacy started declining? It was frustrating research.
Biblical illiteracy in the 1940s and 1930s
My interest in biblical literacy was sparked by an unexpected find in the library.
Biblical illiteracy in the 1950s?
Going to church was very popular in the 1950s. What about Bible literacy? Well, this might come as a shock.
Biblical illiteracy in the 1960s
There was a major culture shift in the Sixties. Maybe that’s when Bible literacy took a nose dive. Maybe?
Biblical illiteracy in the 1980s
Who preached the Sermon on the Mount? According to Gallup, many don’t know. (Read this for that answer and more insight into the biblical illiteracy problem).
Biblical illiteracy in the 1990s and 2000s
Before smartphones there was a crisis of biblical illiteracy in the post-biblical era of the 90s and aughts.
Biblical illiteracy in 2014
Is there a trend line for declining Bible literacy? If there’s a trend, there should be a starting point. Right?
Biblical illiteracy in 2019
Let’s start with a brief recap of 2019 news on biblical illiteracy and discover one of the most concerning aspect of this problem.
The problem with the problem of biblical illiteracy
Bible literacy is important, but all the talk about “biblical illiteracy” troubles me. Let’s see if we can get to the heart of the matter.
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Too old to learn?
What would you want to learn if you found out you could actually do it?
On-The-Go Learning with Podcasts
What is on-the-go learning? How is it different than other kinds of education?
Radio 101 should focus on podcasting
If you love talking, telling stories, editing—if you love audio—you should learn how to podcast. And your school should teach you how.
What is a local podcast?
Have you ever thought about making a podcast for your community?
MacGyver Mindset
The MacGyver Mindset is made up of two strengths. This mindset will prevent podfading and motivate you to keep going when you face obstacles.
Audio fiction: another fun thing you can do with a podcast
My dad introduced me to old-time radio when I was a kid. I fell in love with that kind of storytelling. What would it be like to recreate old time radio with a podcast.
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Rule 8 in podcasting
Can I…? Should I…? Would it be okay to…? Rule 8 in podcasting will answer almost every question you have.
Rule 7 in podcasting
Is content really king? It’s powerful, no doubt, but ineffective without this co-ruler. That’s why there’s Rule 7 in podcasting.
Rule 6 in podcasting
Don’t spend a lot of money on your new podcast until you read Rule 6 in podcasting.
Do we want it easy?
Yes! We do want it easy. Don’t we? Should we?
Consistency versus Perfectionism
Day 31 of the daily writing challenge. If anything, be consistent.
Looking back, writing forward
Day 30 of the 500-words daily writing challenge. An overview of my writing this past month plus my goal after the challenge is over.
Rule 9 in podcasting
Do you talk about the weather in your podcast? Stop it!
Don’t waste time online
Don’t go there. Just don’t. There’s a better way!
Embarking on a fictional journey
I’m practicing telling stories.
Rule 5 in podcasting
You may avoid editing because it feels inauthentic, but you still need to edit your podcast.
Fear of mobile technology
Are you worried about making your message mobile?
Update your “about” page
I haven’t updated my about page in awhile, so that’s what I did—on the other site.
Evaluating #my500words (halfway through)
Day 15 of the 500-words daily writing challenge. How has this challenge affected me?
Do you understand the potential of podcasts?
Podcasts can literally transform the lives of people who listen to them. And each year, more people start listening.
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My path (so far)
I was given a gift long before I could ever appreciate it.
Why do we love superheroes?
There are three things that draw me to the superhero genre. Maybe these are your reasons, too.
Celebrating and remembering
A birthday stirs memories.
Thinking about writing
Going meta today. Writing about writing.
The 4 parts of a mobile-friendly message
Content is not king. This is why.
Rule 4 in podcasting
Potential podcasters always ask “which microphone I buy?” Good question, but there’s something even more important.
Rule 3 in podcasting
If you’ve read Rules 1 and 2, you’re ready to start. That’s what Rule 3 is all about. Let’s go!
Identity
Who am I? Who are you? Let’s pause to talk about identity.
Rule 2 in podcasting
Have you embraced the first rule in podcasting? If yes, then you’re ready for Rule 2.