A Story Synonymous with Americana

<p>INTRODUCTION </p><p>In the first part of today’s episode of Parallel Quest the guys start by discussing Zach’s new-found joy in jumpstarting people’s vehicles. He also shares that it is one of the few skills that he can bring to the table in the realm of “car issues.” He uses this introductory story as motivation to continue to improve his handiness. </p><p>The guys also discuss the one thing that will make Cody not want to follow someone in social media. We guarantee it is not what you think, but would love to hear your thoughts. Is it too harsh? Too judgmental?</p><p>Somehow or another this leads into a discussion on whether or not the rock band is dead? In a time where solo accolades, achievements, and careers is collaborative creativity seeing a slow death?</p><p>MAIN TOPIC: A CHRISTMAS STORY 00:55:00</p><p>In our main topic of discussion this episode we discuss the very popular <i>AChristmas Story</i>. The guys give a little bit of history on the driving force behind the story, the one and only, Jean Shepherd. Shepherd took classic storytelling methods and brought them to the screen in such a way that serves well as both a movie and narrative voice. Many people probably would not even be able to attach the name Jean Shepherd and <i>A Christmas Story </i> but the guys hope that more and more people can become familiar with this iconic figure.</p><p>The guys discuss the storytelling device used within the film. What they think about the sense of humor that is utilized within the film, and try to come to an understanding of how some people may not like it very much. In spite of the film’s average reception when it first came out, the guys share how it exploded to its current status as cultural mainstay.</p><p>Thank you so much for checking out Parallel Quest. This is a production of Steel Lake Studio. We don't just have one podcast though, we are a team of storytellers trying to use a variety of different mediums to tell stories that we have been working on our whole lives. If you would like to check out mor