Synopsis
This is a podcast by creatives, for creatives. Each week, the boys will give you their thoughts and opinions on writing, creative expression, or whatever they like. Every once in a while, they may just surprise you with a little writing of their own.
Episodes
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The America that Loved Trains
20/04/2015The main topic of discussion is stuff we hate in writing. I know, we just use it to get grumpy, and blame the usual suspects, but this time we actually circle around to giving some good advice. Promise we do!Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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It Applies to Writing
13/04/2015Battles with mice, classic science fiction, weird science fiction, and jokes about Victorian Fiction? That could only mean that it's another episode of Tell Don't Show.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Sweeping Statements (Open and Jonest)
06/04/2015Down one man, Jon tries out the solo format and talks about how all these movies are starting to look the same, and why that is and is not a problem at the same time.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Shiny Bits
30/03/2015The boys talk about their busy weeks, the sad fate of the budding ferroequinologists in our nation today, the residents of the "Deese," and the benefits of our patented 'Eyes On It' review system.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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One Hit Lava Punch (Tell Don't Joe)
23/03/2015Since the boys couldn't get together this week, Joe starts off the first ever Tell Don't Joe where he talks about whatever he wants, mainly movies that aren't in theaters anymore. This time? Iron Man 3. Spoiler Rich Environment.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Is There Even a Horse
17/03/2015This week's topic is friction in the creative process. The guys describe their process, but dip into what can trip them up too. Hash tag #RealTalkTell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Put that Door Down!
10/03/2015Another week, another 'controversy' in the writing world. Jon and Joe tackle the difference between fantasy and literature, and why it seems to matter to some people.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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And Then Lava Explodes
03/03/2015With the passing of the respected Leonard Nimoy, Jon and Joe remember him by discussing the state of science fiction, and how it has changed since the days of Trek. Also, thrill at an exciting installment of 'The Adventures of A Detective!'Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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You're the Protagonist
24/02/2015After the reveal of the new take on Aquaman, Jon and Joe discuss some of the problems that story protagonists have these days. Understandably, they covered a lot of ground.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Announcement February 16, 2015
17/02/2015Just wanted to let you guys know that there won't be a regular show this week, but we'll be back sooner than ever!
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Sky Dreams
09/02/2015A recent discovery in the world of technology suggests that the future of literary criticism will be mechanized. Jon and Joe weigh in on this, as well as a few other literary debates. They get farther than most.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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A Shorter Page than Normal
03/02/2015What do flash fiction, KGB agents, and the Super Bowl all have in common? The answer will shock you. Also, Jon and Joe learn how to write concise stories using this one weird trick.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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The Worst Conspiracy
27/01/2015A talk about shows leads Jon and Joe to talk about the 2014 TV season. The conversation runs from the post-Soprano's TV shows, new creative outlets, and what they put in blueberry yogurt that they DON'T want you to know about.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Grosser than Gross
20/01/2015Another writing prompt! This time, we'll be writing settings that could incite a potential conflict. The guys share their results, and discuss the types of gross there can be.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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All Roads Lead to Roam
13/01/2015The guys step away from philosophical creativity stuff, and mostly just talk about what they did this week. As expected, they have difficulties staying on topic. Somehow this goes from books, to etymologies, to the local music scene. Wonders abound.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Thirty Percent Cantanker
06/01/2015In this episode, we discuss using the styles and techniques of other creatives you like in order to create your own. I mean yeah, everyone does it, and so did the people you use the styles of, but is there a line? Find out in this episode of Tell Don't Show!Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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The Holiday Special
30/12/2014In this fun filled extravaganza, the boys put on a lot of skits, invite their celebrity pals to do a few numbers, and take some time to consider the meaning of the season. Ing.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Summers at Camp Wadayakalit
22/12/2014Jon and Joe tackle the main creative differences between them, which starts off with Jon being really afraid or something or whatever.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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The Millennial Falcon
15/12/2014Showing that they're in no way behind on current culture, the boys tackle new Star Wars, Community, and Serial. We're so hip, we may even still be fly.Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.
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Your Present Made Me Bleed
08/12/2014In record time, Joe talks about kick-starting his writing with a new space, which Jon celebrates with a mild dose of pre-holiday festivities. This leads into a talk about writing process and spy novels (doesn't it always at this point?).Tell Don't Show by Jon and Joe is an audio podcast that serves as an Open and Honest Discussion on Creativity. This episode features the use of licensed works, the attributions of which can be found at telldontshow.com.