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Ancient Traditions and Street Gangs
38:36 - 51:17 (12:40)
This episode discusses how ancient Greek and Roman ideas tie into the world of street gangs, and how understanding and empathizing with characters is key to effective writing. The conversation also touches on the works of author Lewis Hyde, particularly his book Trickster Makes This World.
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The podcast discusses the works of Lewis Hyde, including his book Trickster Makes This World which explores the disruptive side of human imagination embodied in trickster mythology, and how this allows authors to write accurate and effective characters.
38:36 - 42:29 (03:52)
Summary
The podcast discusses the works of Lewis Hyde, including his book Trickster Makes This World which explores the disruptive side of human imagination embodied in trickster mythology, and how this allows authors to write accurate and effective characters. They touch on the chaotic character of Tyler Durden in Fight Club and other cultural examples of chaos characters.
ChapterAncient Traditions and Street Gangs
Episode#457: Chuck Palahniuk, Author of Fight Club — A Masterclass in Creative Living and Dangerous Writing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The ancient Greeks and Romans believed in the concept of a guardian spirit that represents our fullest potential, and which can be freed by fulfilling our destiny.
42:29 - 48:58 (06:28)
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The ancient Greeks and Romans believed in the concept of a guardian spirit that represents our fullest potential, and which can be freed by fulfilling our destiny. Stephen King has likened writing to excavating an ancient, buried thing, without breaking off any pieces or obscuring it with dirt.
ChapterAncient Traditions and Street Gangs
Episode#457: Chuck Palahniuk, Author of Fight Club — A Masterclass in Creative Living and Dangerous Writing
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Black street gangs are offering a secondary father figure for youths through challenges and opportunities for growth, but the lack of availability of these figures in respected roles, such as military drill sergeants, teachers, and coaches, is concerning.
48:58 - 51:17 (02:19)
Summary
Black street gangs are offering a secondary father figure for youths through challenges and opportunities for growth, but the lack of availability of these figures in respected roles, such as military drill sergeants, teachers, and coaches, is concerning. Without a replacement, street gangs and their appeal may continue to grow.