Chapter
The Importance of Characterization in Political Storytelling
18:51 - 21:44 (02:52)
In political storytelling, the use of compelling characters can engage audiences, even if they are disliked or portrayed as incompetent. Effective characterization also helps to move the plot along and avoid tedious dialogue.
Clips
The podcast discusses how some people reference rumors about a US general calling for airstrikes on Tehran using Morse code blinking in oblique references, and how the CIA ultimately made the decision not to do an airstrike, with nothing concrete happening in the situation room.
18:51 - 19:52 (01:00)
Summary
The podcast discusses how some people reference rumors about a US general calling for airstrikes on Tehran using Morse code blinking in oblique references, and how the CIA ultimately made the decision not to do an airstrike, with nothing concrete happening in the situation room.
ChapterThe Importance of Characterization in Political Storytelling
EpisodeBen Shapiro's Unreadable Book is Still the Best Thing About 2020
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast discusses the importance of taking action rather than just debating endlessly, as it makes for better storytelling and ultimately spurs progress.
19:52 - 20:25 (00:32)
Summary
This podcast discusses the importance of taking action rather than just debating endlessly, as it makes for better storytelling and ultimately spurs progress.
ChapterThe Importance of Characterization in Political Storytelling
EpisodeBen Shapiro's Unreadable Book is Still the Best Thing About 2020
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A group of CIA operatives are sent to rescue a hostage by setting a quick burning charge on the outside of a door and then gently nudging it open.
20:25 - 21:44 (01:19)
Summary
A group of CIA operatives are sent to rescue a hostage by setting a quick burning charge on the outside of a door and then gently nudging it open.