On episode #97 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling! In our follow up segment, we discuss the events taking place in our country right now and how we hope to begin moving in the right direction. We also discuss upcoming shows and workshops, all online! STORYTELLING SHOWS 2020 June 20: "Stories from Around the World" at the Connecticut Historical Society (virtual) July 11: Solo show at MOPCO Improv Theater (7:30 PM) (virtual)  October 17: Speak Up at The Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford CT STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS 2020 June 15, 22, 29, and July 6, 13, and 20: Advanced storytelling workshop (8:00-9:30 PM EST) (virtual) July 11: Master class in partnership with MOPCO Improv Theater (9:30-4:30 PM) (virtual) July 27-31: Storytelling boot camp, CT Historical Society In our Homework for Life segment, Matt talks about the power of contrast when trying to turn a moment into a story.   Next we listen to a story by Roszena Haskins. Amongst the many things we discuss include: Shifting tones in stories Pausing  Explanation reveals with humor The power of the "but" Preserving surprise Next we answer a questions about our marriage and maintaining curiosity in an audience.  Lastly, we each offer a recommendation.  RECOMMEDATIONS Elysha: Fuck the Bread. The Bread is Over - https://bit.ly/3gUQQ4C Matt: The Science of Well Being - https://bit.ly/2MxzCMI _______________________________________________ Support Speak Up Storytelling through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/speakupstorytelling Purchase Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life Through the Power of Storytelling:  https://amzn.to/2H3YNn3 Purchase Twenty-one Truths About Love:  https://amzn.to/35Mz1xS  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  Matthew Dicks's blog: https://matthewdicks.com/blog