For their first deep-dive into storytelling, the PENCILTOWN crew tackle the subject of THEME. They spend some time chasing its elusive definition, attempt to determine what a theme really is, and what it isn't. They discuss if it's important for every creator to have a theme when starting their project and when it should be integrated into the creative process. 

Our conversation runs so long that we ended up splitting it into two episodes, the second of which will explore how we can use theme to structure our story. As usual, we wrap things up with the PENCILTOWN Spotlight, recommending three inspirational works to get the creative blood pumping.

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Show notes are available at www.thepenciltownpodcast.blogspot.com.