On episode #49 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling! In our followup segment, we hear from a linguist who tries to get Matt out of hot water and we learn about a new and unique way of recording Homework for Life.   ALSO, UPCOMING SHOWS: May 18: Speak Up Storytelling: Live podcast recording at CHS June 8: “Nature Calls: Stories of the Outdoors” at Infinity Hall August 17: Solo storytelling show, Taproot Theater, Seattle, WA In our Homework for Life segment, we talk about how to dig deeper into story ideas to allow an otherwise surface level story say more. Next we listen to Ted Old's high stakes story about a fourth grade multipliciation contest. After listening, we discuss: The escalation of stakes  Brevity in storytelling  Choosing when and what to describe The advantages of keeping your story "in the moment" The disadvantages of adjectives Making your story about something bigger than the story itself Next, we answer questions about our future employment options and Moth StorySLAM advice. Finally, we each offer a recommendation.   LINKS Purchase Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life Through the Power of Storytelling Homework for Life: https://bit.ly/2f9ZPne Matthew Dicks's website: http://www.matthewdicks.com Matthew Dicks's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/matthewjohndicks  Subscribe to Matthew Dicks's weekly newsletter:  http://www.matthewdicks.com/matthewdicks-subscribe Subscribe to the Speak Up newsletter:  http://www.matthewdicks.com/subscribe-speak-up STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS 2019 October 25-27: Storytelling workshop (beginner), Kripalu Center for Yoga and Heath December 6-8: Storytelling workshop (advanced), Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health RECOMMEDATIONS Elysha: Trip or Vacation: A Helpful Guide for Parents Matt: Save the Cat: The Last Book on Storytelling that You'll Ever Need by Blake Snyder