On episode #107 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks are back, talking storytelling! In our follow up segment, we discuss future workshops and more.   In our Homework for Life segment, Matt talks about finding and crafting stories from the past.   Next we listen to a story by David Golder.  Amongst the many things we discuss include: Humor   Effective use of lists Just enough detail Maximizing surprise The strength behind vulnerability Next we answer a question about using stories in bios.   Lastly, we each offer a recommendation.  RECOMMEDATIONS Elysha: Toaster Pets Matt: 52 Things I Learned in 2020 by Tom Whitwell _______________________________________________ Support Speak Up Storytelling through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/speakupstorytelling Speak Up merch at Cotton Bureau: https://bit.ly/3gc1h35 Purchase Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life Through the Power of Storytelling:  https://amzn.to/2H3YNn3 Pre-order The Other Mother: https://amzn.to/3guV5Eh 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