Sat, Aug 1, 2020
Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Aug 8, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss academia, resurrection, and magic in the Ozarks. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Aug 15, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss meat substitutes, corporate greed, and montages. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Aug 29, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss workplace tension, hunting accidents, and becoming a man. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Aug 29, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss allergic reactions, existential dread, and the inescapable impermanence of being. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Sep 5, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss underground fires, the inevitable passage of time, and doomed romance. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Sep 12, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss biological autopilot, corporate boardrooms, and trendy glasses. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Sep 19, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss criminal cartels, creepy sci-fi, and what it's like to wake up feeling like someone else. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Sep 26, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss real-life inspirations, non-traditional weddings, and infidelity. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Oct 3, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss Pogo sticks, small-town dreams, and prodigal sons. Talking Upstream is a 90-minute writer's room where Zack and Dylan bring a show on creativity. They pull random ideas which they get weekly and bring these ideas to the whiteboard. Zack and Dylan generate a structure for these amusing ideas and stories and then turn them into a full story that can turn into a book, short story, series, movie, or many more.
Sat, Oct 24, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service, joined this week by Donnie and Kev from Whatever Talk. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss exotic animal ownership, bosses with fiery tempers, and the long arm of the law. Some Nobodies tell a lot of stories - you should ask about them sometime.
Sat, Oct 24, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service, joined this week by Jon Francois from the Anything Show with Jon Francois. This time, they discuss alien invasions, time loops, and magic jewelry. Some Nobodies tell a lot of stories - you should ask about them sometime.
Sun, Nov 1, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service, joined this week by Donnie and Kev from Whatever Talk. This time, Zack and Dylan discuss exotic animal ownership, bosses with fiery tempers, and the long arm of the law. Some Nobodies tell a lot of stories - you should ask about them sometime.
Sat, Nov 14, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service, joined this week by Jason Keelburg from the Force Five podcast. This time, they discuss time loops (again), accumulating knowledge, and adult-alternative bands from the late 90s. Some Nobodies tell a lot of stories - you should ask about them sometime.
Sat, Nov 21, 2020
Join Some Nobodies as they try to talk their way into a streaming service, joined this week by Tad and Joon from the Puzzled Minds podcast. This time, they discuss doppelgangers, alternative universes, and robotic life partners. Some Nobodies tell a lot of stories - you should ask about them sometime.
Sat, Nov 28, 2020
This week on Talking Upstream: Zack and Dylan are joined by Anthony Blackwell, Jr. of the IwEP podcasting network. They discuss working on multiple shows at one time, the transition from audio to visual (and vice versa), and celebrity encounters. Then, Anthony helps the Nobodies unwind with a story of love, communication, and togetherness. Will Dylan talk about Magic: the Gathering? Will Zack remind people he's from Delaware? Tune in this week to find out.
Sat, Dec 5, 2020
This week on Talking Upstream: Zack and Dylan are joined by Tyler Shelton of the Coffee with the Bearded Reviewer YouTube channel. They discuss video game adaptations, dream movie casts, and unintended sequels before working out a story of love, loss, and - most importantly - family. Will Dylan keep accidentally interrupting? Will Zack reveal his true feelings regarding prom? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Dec 12, 2020
This week on Talking Upstream: Zack and Dylan are joined by Scott Curtis of the Behind the Bits podcast. They talk about celebrity encounters, clean comedy, and what it takes to go up on stage before conjuring up a story of crime both legal and metaphysical. Will Dylan pause just a little too long before answering a question? Will Zack talk about that one time he met Robbie Knievel? Tune in this week to find out.
Sat, Dec 19, 2020
This week on Talking Upstream: Zack and Dylan are joined by Lala Luzious of the Snacksize Podcast. They talk about following your dreams, thriving in uncomfortable situations, and what exactly it means to consider oneself "a snack." Then, Zack and Dylan dust off the old technology in a story straight out of the 90s. Will Dylan lose his train of thought? Will Zack talk about his age? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Dec 26, 2020
This week on Talking Upstream: Zack and Dylan are joined by Mike from the Wack Brackets podcast. They discuss non-standard office spaces, presidential beer drinking, and how comedians don't prepare their improv content beforehand, definitely not, everything is made up on the spot, yes sir...Then, Mike sticks around to help the boys guess what's in their pockets, and it's definitely not string or nothing. Will Dylan get caught not paying attention? Will Zack ask the majority of the questions? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Jan 2, 2021
This week on Talking Upstream...Zack and Dylan are joined by fellow International Broadcast Media superstar, Marc Lee of the Radio Show with Marc Lee. The three of them discuss what it's like to lack rhythm, how the encyclopedia is a surprisingly engaging read, and need wide open spaces. Then, Marc throws our boys for a loop and they work on a story about MURDER. Will Zack talk about accordions? Will Dylan elaborate on one of his many failings? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Jan 9, 2021
This week on Talking Upstream...Zack and Dylan are joined by Jay and Eli from the Super Bracket Bros podcast, and together they talk about the terrors of blank white pages, the resignation inherent in creating corporate artwork, and how the Midwest has few notable celebrities. Then, the four put their talents to work creating a timeless tale of historical figures, Will Zack try a new way of using a whiteboard? Will Dylan avoid making eye contact with the camera? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Jan 16, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Robert and Tina Marie Trimpert of the Psyche-Delic Podcast; they talk about accidental bullying, crunching under deadlines, and breaking through the matrix. Then, the pair help Zack and Dylan reconfigure classic Disney canon into something a little more relevant. Will Zack reveal dark secrets about his past? Will Dylan substitute the stream for his therapy session? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Jan 23, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan enjoy each other's company, discuss upcoming show projects, and proper dice terminology. Then, the pair dive into a story about national history, and the college bro who interrupts a treasure hunt. Will Zack talk about Patton Oswald? Will Dylan complain about his day job? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Jan 30, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Joe Ketchum of Word Salad Radio; they talk about harsh criticism, story development, and watermelons. Then, Joe helps the pair formulate a story about saving the world, by locking it in place - metaphorically. Will Zack ever rejoin the stream? Will Dylan ever stop pitching such needlessly complex ideas? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Feb 6, 2021
This week, on Talking UpStream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Jeff "the shark" Porrini from the Yo Show over Stoop Radio (don't ask, it's a long story); they talk about east-coast things, the best questions to ask during interviews, and which senses are worth swapping. Then, Jeff helps the boys compile a list of the greatest (and most affordable) fighters in the universe. Will Zack relate things to his love of popular culture? Will Dylan ever ask a question? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Feb 13, 2021
This week, on Talking UpStream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Jeff Dwoskin from Live from Detroit: the Jeff Dwoskin Show; they talk about time-sensitive marriage ceremonies, letting interview guests run the show, and the benefits of keeping a backlog. Then, Jeff helps the pair create a tale of revenge, extortion, and small-town shenanigans. WIll Zack bring up his ordination? Will Dylan finally provide a good title for a story? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Feb 27, 2021
This week, on Talking UpStream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Andy Grant from Real Men Feel; they talk about what it takes to feel, telling your own story, and failing forward (again?). Then, Andy encourages the pair to create a story about a real-life beta test...or is it? Will Zack ever stop laughing? Will Dylan drop his shields, if even for a moment? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Feb 27, 2021
#129. God Pill v McGuffin This week, on Talking UpStream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Leo Affects from The Leo Affects; they talk about celebrity impressions, proper interview technique, and dungeons and dragons podcasts. Then, Leo helps the boys develop a magical story as good as gold...? Will Zack ever stop spilling Some Nobodies secrets? Will Dylan ever regain his sunny disposition? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Mar 6, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Cammy from the Mythstorie podcast; they talk about favorite myths, current goals, and what it's like to really want something. Then, Cammy helps the pair create a story about pills, and gods, and what happens when one might fill in for the other. Will Zack ever lose his competitive streak? Will Dylan ever stop losing? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Mar 13, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Michael Colby and Jack Billings from the Jack Billings Presents: Me and My Neighbor Michael podcast. They talk about Southern Ohio, which room is best for podcast recording, and the difficulties inherent in videotaping the dead. Then, the pair help...the pair work on an idea which almost vanishes before their eyes. Will Zack maintain a straight face? Will Dylan ever stop blaming things on his childhood? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Mar 20, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Bee Hyland of the Deep Lore and FMC: Is This Podcast a Jojo Reference podcasts. They talk about the difficulty of taking things seriously, the importance of vetting your guest appearances, and what exactly it means to be "family friendly." Then, Bee helps the boys tell a story of many little things coming together to bring two larger things together. Will Zack ever stop calling Dylan out? Will Dylan ever get a better response to his jokes? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Mar 27, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by the dynamic duo of David Wechter and Bruce Kimmel: directors, producers, and screenwriters of the film The Faculty. They talk about identifying opportunity, personal inciting incidents, and - most importantly - the power of friendship. Then, the four of them work out a story about a murder, mind-reading, and public barbecues. Will Zack ever stop fan-boying? Will Dylan ever finish his glass of water? Tune in to find out.
Sat, Apr 10, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by Drayton Alan, author and podcaster. They talk about finding the mundane parts of the paranormal, surprising radio-station contest prizes, and the wild-west days of the Internet. Then, Mr. Alan helps the boys develop a story about a job so easy, people do it in their sleep. Will Zack ever get a hat that doesn't share his green screen? Will Dylan ever get over his seething jealousy at someone else's success?
Sun, Apr 25, 2021
This week, on Talking Upstream - Zack and Dylan are joined by director Dan Mirvish. They talk about the conversion rate of cups-of-coffee to words-on-the-page, not getting hung up on media, and how to turn an existing work into something more personal. Then, he helps the boys develop a story about memory loss, romance, and monsters. Will Zack ever stop mumbling, slurring, and talking too fast? Will Dylan ever stop moving around while he's in a chair? Tune in to find out.
Sat, May 1, 2021
Zack and Dylan are joined by writer and actor Hallie Lambert, of the Expanse. They talk about adapting pre-existing ideas versus producing original content, freezing in front of the camera, and staring at the ceiling as a form of creative therapy. Then, Ms Lambert helps the boys develop a story about memories, thieves, and little pearls of wisdom. Will Zack ever watch the Expanse? Will Dylan ever stop talking about the Expanse (probably not)?
Sat, May 8, 2021
Zack and Dylan are joined by screenwriter Geoffrey Calhoun. They talk about forging your own path, becoming your own biggest fan, and controlling your ego while killing your darlings. Then, he helps the boys flesh out a story about humanity, individuality, and what it means to be human (even if you're a clone). Will Zack ever realize Dylan saves all his texts? Will Dylan ever admit that he appreciates Zack's texting?
Sat, May 15, 2021
Zack and Dylan are joined by independent filmmaker Peter J.S. Regan. They talk about authentic representation in the industry, teaching yourself the necessary tools of the trade, and what it's like to see your imagination on screen (even if you had nothing to do with it). Then, he helps the boys develop a story about what happens when people of different sorts meet each other...before talking even more about the Iliad, wild hogs, and ancient story structure. Will Zack ever stop calling Dylan out for his shenanigans? Will Dylan ever stop lobbing softballs?
Sat, May 22, 2021
Zack and Dylan are joined by Tiffany Mosher, author of Beauty Beyond the Threshold. They talk about how to place a reader in the world of the prose, gaining some perspective, and stepping out of your comfort zone (and learning from it). Then, she helps the boys develop a story about wishing, wanting, and not quite getting. Will Zack ever get a new hat? Will Dylan ever get a new hoodie?