The Furious Curious

Evoking emotions through your craft doesn’t happen by luck. This week, we’re breaking down the essence of methodically communicating fear via Creepypasta and some horror theory. But, what is Creepypasta, and why are we talking about it? We’ll explore that and we’ll explore what fear and horror actually are, and why we experience them. Plus! We’ll dive into some tips and techniques for crafting spine-chilling tales. TIMESTAMPS: 00:45 - What is Creepypasta? 09:55 - Ostension 13:34 - Creepypasta Example #1 21:24 - What is fear? What is horror? 22:20 - What do we fear? 24:40 - Epigenetics 28:40 - Fear lives in the brain 42:45 - Paradoxical Pleasures 48:20 - Creepypasta Example #3 57:54 - What do we fear? 01:04:00 - Techniques & Tips 01:11:05 - Things to avoid FOLLOW: www.Linkedin.com/company/the-furious-curious MUSIC: "Look Out" (Myuu) "It's Not Safe Here" (LVKEHOUSE) "Very Creepy Song with Bells" (Trickolas) "It's Coming..." (FesliyanStudios Background Music) CREDITS: Hosted and produced Britton Rice and David Harper, along with Alexander Woell, Chase Domergue, Alex Detmering, and Nicole Lazar. Our original logo is by Nate Betts. SOURCES: Web: https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/3iex1h/im_a_search_and_rescue_officer_for_the_us_forest/ https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/9qzt9j/if_you_can_see_this_it_is_very_important_that_you/ https://youtu.be/uAR1fp1tbds?si=HVbiUt0sX-5hv1XM https://youtu.be/JkddoGugx1Y?si=viXw6NEbqDW2br2b https://youtu.be/xjKruwAfZWk?si=TqXWu5zIC2ENddPx https://www.healthline.com/health/list-of-phobias#types https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/23262-sympathetic-nervous-system-sns-fight-or-flight https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terror_management_theory https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fear https://www.reddit.com/r/asklatinamerica/comments/1agqq1i/comment/koixidq/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button https://youtu.be/EzRHGS-HUdE?si=3H7TFG-5EpS9LwsI https://www.biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com/article/S0006-3223(12)00956-0/abstract https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orienting_response https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/fear-memory https://arkansasadvocate.com/2023/07/05/understanding-epigenetics-how-trauma-is-passed-on-through-our-family-members/ https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20190326-what-is-epigenetics https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loab https://blog.simplecast.com/creepypasta-and-societal-mirrors-a-review-of-digital-folklore https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ostension https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26983799/ https://www.discovermagazine.com/mind/the-science-of-recreational-fear-why-we-love-horror-movies-and-other-spooky https://www.reddit.com/r/shortscarystories/comments/hbcp2h/aita_for_pranking_my_241f_boyfriend_after_he_25m/ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323492#Triggering-the-response https://pure.au.dk/portal/en/publications/playing-with-fear-a-field-study-in-recreational-horror Books: Nightmare Fuel - Nina Nesseth Write Horror Good Enough To Wake The Dead - Christina Escamilla On Writing - Stephen King ©2024 The Furious Curious

13 Aug 20241h 20min

Everyone loves a success story. But what about tales of failure? This week Alex, Alexander, and Chase unpack some of tech’s most marvelous misses. Th en we'll ask ourselves, as creators, what can we learn from history’s almosts. Because if failure is the best teacher, may these disasters be our Yoda. TIMESTAMPS: 00:50: Intro 03:30: Failed Future #1: Nuclear-Powered Cars 13:36: Nuclear-Powered Cars - Lessons for Creators 19:10: Failed Future #2: General Magic Smartphone 31:08: General Magic Smartphone - Lessons for Creators 33:30: Failed Future #3: iSmell, Smellivision 45:08: Passion Doesn’t Always Make a Product 48:20: Failed Future #4: Pneumatic Tubes 57:39: Lessons for Creators 58:52: Failed Future #5: The Concorde 01:02:32: The Concorde - Lessons for Creators SOURCES: https://www.vox.com/2015/6/24/8834989/when-the-pneumatic-tube-carried-fast-food-people-and-cats https://hiddencityphila.org/2014/04/pneumatic-philadelphia/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohrpost_in_Berlin https://thehustle.co/digiscents-ismell-fail https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ISmell https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_scent_technology https://commoncog.com/c/cases/general-magic/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Magic https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Nucleon https://www.drive.com.au/caradvice/nuclear-powered-cars-were-once-a-real-possibility/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuclear_propulsion https://www.britannica.com/question/How-much-was-a-ticket-on-the-Concorde https://inews.co.uk/news/why-did-concorde-stop-flying-last-flight-2775291 https://www.historyhit.com/facts-about-concorde/ https://www.brooklandsmuseum.com/concorde/the-concorde-story/concorde-timeline https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atomic_Age MUSIC: "The Future's So Bright, I Gotta Wear Shades" (Timbuk 3) ©2024 The Furious Curious

30 Juli 20241h 8min

This week, Brit and Harper talk with designer Jon Delman about creative leadership. Jon Delman has had a diverse and influential career in design over the past 27 years. He is currently leading the Design Systems team at Workiva, focusing on helping product and engineering teams build world-class enterprise software. Jon has a wealth of experience working with major brands such as Google, Apple, Splunk, and Samsung. His prior roles include Executive Creative Director at Ueno, Group Creative Director at Beyond, and Creative Director at Huge. In addition to his professional endeavors, Jon has also been involved in educational initiatives, contributing as a guest speaker on topics like building a learning organization and leading change management in digital environments. Jon’s deep commitment to fostering a nurturing environment for design teams is reflected in his public discourse about leadership in design. He emphasizes the importance of kindness, curiosity, and authenticity in leadership, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach within creative teams. This philosophy aims to challenge the often rigid norms of leadership within the design industry and promotes a more flexible and humane approach to managing and inspiring teams. His blend of hands-on design work and educational outreach highlights his dedication to both practicing and teaching design, aiming to inspire and develop the next generation of designers. TIMESTAMPS 7:24 - How to cultivate curiosity within oneself 11:28 - Embracing “not getting it” 16:57 - Staying in your craft 23:33 - How creatives take in work from a team 28:40 - Strong opinions, loosely held 29:28 - Redefining creative contributions 38:12 - Created while managing 45:16 - People you want to be around 51:50 - Design systems 57:29 - Giving feedback the right way 58:16 - The role of the creator in taking in feedback 01:09 - Addressing Imposter Syndrome 1:12 - Advice for young creators MUSIC: “Am I Dreaming [Instrumental]” (Metro Boomin, A$AP Rocky, Roisee) ©2024 The Furious Curious

23 Juli 20241h 19min

This week Brit talks with Chase Domergue and “I’m a Snake guy” and comedian Matt Keck about why now is the Golden Age of Comedy. This is The Furious Curious where we explore culture to inspire creators. SOURCES: https://www.vulture.com/article/edgy-comedy-special-signs.html https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/2014/07/04/siriusxm-fires-opie-anthony-host-over-tweets/30672587007/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyE3zoUMLgU https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-05-05/stand-up-comedy-has-tripled-in-size-over-the-last-decade https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/09/26/shane-gillis-fall-and-rise https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/02/magazine/tim-robinson-i-think-you-should-leave.html https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/outstanding-a-comedy-revolution-release-date-news https://news.pollstar.com/2022/10/11/a-golden-age-of-comedy/ https://www.vulture.com/article/new-stand-up-comedy-specials-this-month.html MUSIC: "King of Comedy (REM)" ©2024 The Furious Curious

17 Juli 20241h 11min

Where logic fails and the odd prevails, let's embrace the strange and get inspired by the tales. Today we're talking about High Strangeness: Why Studying the Bizarre Can Make You A Better Creative. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00: Intro 09:21: Synchronicities 21:54: Thin Places 33:04: Cryptids 46:41: Intent 1:03:44: Tulpas 1:13:42: Partnering with ChatGPT Creatively 1:19:06: Childlike Creativity MUSIC: "Teen Angst (M83)", "A Spell A Rebel Yell" (Coldplay), My Bloody Valentine (Only Shallow), "Teardrop" (Massive Attack), "Haru" (Fennesz & Ryuichi Sakamoto), "Fade Into You" (Mazzy Star) ©2024 The Furious Curious

10 Juli 20241h 24min

Larger-than-life characters, thickening plots, fan engagement, vivid characters, clear messages, emotionality, overcoming adversity… This week we’re talking about pro wrestling and the power of narrative. This is The Furious Curious podcast, where we explore culture to inspire creatives. I’m joined by recurring guest Matt Keck. Matt is the stand-up comedian behind the infamous and viral “I’m a Snake” video. He’s also one of the brilliant marketers behind the award-winning Wendy's Twitter account. On the surface, pro wrestling may seem ham-fisted, undisciplined, or even low IQ — none of that is true. If that’s all you see, you may need to open your mind a bit or check your own IQ. In this episode, we talk about how pro wrestlers are masters of narrative and branding, and what we can learn from these unassuming characters in the ring. MUSIC: "Gold-Lust" Goldust 4th Theme Song" (WWE), "Out of Touch" (Daryl Hall & John Oates). SOURCES: https://medium.com/@etthebrain/pro-wrestlings-perfect-prototype-for-social-media-storytelling-9912cab6bfb2 https://sayfun.medium.com/wrestling-with-stories-what-sweaty-people-in-tights-can-teach-us-about-storytelling-and-life-b396332fcf24#:~:text=Behind%20the%20camp%20and%20dumb,principles%20of%20storytelling%20remain%20universal. https://www.reddit.com/r/WWE/comments/vxfrvt/unpopular_opinion_storytelling_is_more_important/ https://existentialcafe.blog/2020/09/01/professional-wrestling-and-identity-how-the-popularity-of-stone-cold-steve-austin-revealed-our-hidden-desires/

2 Juli 20241h 2min

The term "Barbenheimer" is a portmanteau of "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer," two films that were released in theaters on the same day in July 2023. The term has been used to describe the cultural phenomenon of these two films competing for attention from audiences. This week, we drop #5ReasonsWhy #Barbenheimer is a thing and what it says about current culture.  MUSIC: "Aqua Barbie Girl Tiësto Remix (Tiësto)," Barbenheimer Song" (Sleeper). SOURCES: Wikipedia ©2023 Britton Rice, Chase Domergue. Tin Whisper Media.

22 Juni 202433min

This episode dives into the fascinating world of adaptations, exploring how stories and characters are reimagined across different mediums. We'll discuss successful adaptations like "The Last of Us" and "Fallout," where the core strengths of the source material are translated effectively. We'll also explore the flip side of the coin, examining infamous flops like the "Super Mario Bros." movie and "The Emoji Movie." We'll ask what makes a good adaptation and what pitfalls creators need to avoid. But adaptation isn't limited to movies and TV! The episode will explore unexpected adaptations like historical events turned into graphic novels and news stories transformed into board games. Join us as we explore the power of putting familiar stories in unfamiliar places, and the reasons why audiences crave this creative twist. MUSIC: "It's Not Living (If It's Not With You)" (The 1975), Super Mario Bros. (1993) Trailer #1, Limp Bizkit vs. Thomas The Tank Engine - Break Stuff SOURCES: https://www.socialpilot.co/social-media-terms/what-is-a-mashup https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Film_adaptation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameo_appearance https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-cameo-definition/ https://www.thegeeklygrind.com/archives/the-3-body-problem-adaptation-is-amazing-and-difficult-to-review https://universityobserver.ie/the-evolution-of-the-video-game-adaptation/ https://slate.com/culture/2024/04/fallout-tv-show-series-amazon-prime-game.html https://www.reddit.com/r/CharacterRant/comments/1684xw8/the_problem_with_adaptations_and_how_to_elevate_a/ https://www.quora.com/Why-are-film-adaptations-of-novels-or-other-written-works-more-popular-and-culturally-relevant-than-novels-adapted-from-films https://www.reddit.com/r/books/comments/rtjl4c/comment/hqt4842/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/worst-movies-of-all-time/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_films_considered_the_worst https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-movies-of-all-time/ https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgamecategory/1064/movies-tv-radio-theme/linkeditems/boardgamecategory?pageid=1&sort=rank https://study.com/learn/lesson/satire-vs-parody-vs-spoof-overview-differences-examples.html https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/8998.History_through_graphic_novels https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Licensed_game https://screenrant.com/worst-celebrity-cameos-movies-reddit/ https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/the_25_most_surprising_movie_cameos/s1__24376117#slide_22 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mugen_(game_engine) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shinji_Mikami https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uwe_Boll ©2024 The Furious Curious

18 Juni 20241h 7min