The Backstory to Great Audio Storytelling, hosted by Rob Rosenthal, for Transom and PRX.
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Story Dissection: When the Lede Gives It All Away
The opening to a story, especially a long series, requires a dance. How much do you give away? How much do you hold on to? On this episode of the Sound School Podcast, I offer two examples: one that didn't hook me because it gave away too much, another that made me eager to hear the whole story. Find out what I think works and what doesn't.