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“I really enjoyed this podcast for a long time. Matthew has a systems approach to storytelling, and he is a great communicator. The structure of the podcast was consistent and I learned a lot from his examples and analysis. And then something happened. He became political. Something began to bleed...”Read full review »
Streamfinder via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/22
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“I really enjoyed the “Remember Your Story” episode with Thomas Krafft - such a lovely conversation to help us all remember to telling our life stories and how to remember the content when you’re on stage. Is it better to memorize it word for word or something else? Great tips!!”
Mary in England via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/22
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“Found your podcast online a couple of months ago when I suddenly realized I want to finally learn about storytelling. I’m binge-listening 3 to 5 episodes a week to catch up - usually with headphones on while walking my dog. (So I’m assuming my dog is loving the podcast too...and her long walks...”Read full review »
Darren C, in Canada via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/18/21
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“I never knew storytelling was even a thing people did and worked on. I happened upon Matt who was a guest on another podcast I listen to and was so interested in his story and info so I started listening. So many great stories and I love hearing both his and his wife’s thoughts about the craft of...”Read full review »
rjordin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/21
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“Heard Matthew first time on the Risk.
I’m really enjoying Matt & Elyssa”s program.”
tom in Connectict via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/21
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“Matthew and Elysha have a wonderful dynamic in which they are so kind and respectful to each other even when they disagree. They bring to life stories which I thought were mundane or just regular occurrences. I haven’t yet begun telling stories on stage, but I have paid more attention to the...”Read full review »
Jon from California via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/21
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“I’ve become obsessed with storytelling over the past decade... not just listening to them, but also telling and coaching. This podcast offers the best of all worlds: sharing stories; breaking stories down, explaining what works and why/what can be improved and why (and how); and taking steps to...”Read full review »
slashmand via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/21
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“Highly entertaining. I am hooked.”
Pcflyer777 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/21
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“I love Mathew’s approach to storytelling, it so resonates with me that every story has a message, intended or not. So storytellers, that means every single person, need to be aware and responsible for the messages we are putting out in this world, when telling a story. As receivers, we need to be...”Read full review »
Organic Storyteller via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
01/22/21
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“I just started listening, and I am already hooked. I am doing homework for life daily, and I have already written five stories in just over a week. I cannot wait to share my stories with my students when we return to school!”
Bwbasinger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/21
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“This is a fantastic storytelling podcast, especially if you're working on your own craft, because brilliant story coaches Matt and Elysha break down each story.”Read full review »
eb146403 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/21
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“I am a big fan of story telling and was intrigued with the promise of this podcast to also provide teachable moments. It is honestly like the hosts Matt and Elysha have invited you into their home to sit at the kitchen table, listen to one of their friends tell a story and then just share some...”Read full review »
pugsnail running via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/04/20
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“Absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. The stories are always excellent (since they come from the carefully curated live Speak Up events), and the commentary from Elysha and Matt makes you appreciate why they're so good. Matt is a master storyteller (he literally wrote the book on it), and...”Read full review »
Kevin 251 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/14/20
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“Heartwarming stories presented by a wonderful couple in a teaching way. Thank you very much!”
KiloAlpha via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/28/20
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“I love this podcast! One of my top podcasts that I listen to! Thank you for all the good you do in the world Matthew!!”
Healthful Orange via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/04/20
“I love this podcast as it’s “Game Day” for storytelling. Listening to a story and having it deconstructed into art and science is insightful beyond belief. The analysis and preparation required to tell a great story is studied in each episode. I’m a huge fan of this podcast and have been a...”Read full review »
JonnyBird via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/20
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“This pod cast is the perfect blend of education and entertainment. There is a great variety of topics, lessons and humor. I am a self described pod cast aficionado and probably listen to 4-6 a day while working and this is one of only two that I am up to date on (I’ve listened to every last one)....”Read full review »
David furb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/03/20
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“I really wanted to continue to listen to this podcast. The podcast’s agenda for each episode is great. Only problem is I hear things like OMG a lot and it happens on many episodes. That type of language offends me so I stopped listening. I tried again several months later and it still happens so...”Read full review »
2TenderEars via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/20
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“So inspired. I have already recruited my husband and son to start homework for life - a way to view, document, and share key moments in your life in a more deliberate way. Thank you”
mom of eec via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/20
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“The Dicks have magical chemistry, good structure and honeyed voices. If you want to discover how stories can elicit the whole spectrum of emotions in your work-saturated mind, listen to this podcast! Not only did I experienced laughters but sadness, joy, anger or nostalgia, listening to those...”Read full review »
HappyListener#4582 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/20
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“I would suggest this podcast to anyone with an inquisitive and thirsty mind, and a story to tell. I’ve never told a story quite like the ones featured in these episodes, but it is a new goal to have one or two in the bag and get up and tell them, wherever I can. It’s strange, but after learning...”Read full review »
Zoli0811 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/20
“If you are looking for an entertaining, funny and thoroughly enjoyable podcast which helps you feel more connected to other human beings, with the added benefit of helping you to find stories in your life and tell them well, you are in the right place.
I stumbled upon the Speak Up Storytelling...”Read full review »
mliesel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/19
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“I just stumbles upon the Storyworthy book and website, which led me to this podcast. After just one episode, I feel like I've not only learned so much but have so many new story strategies to try.... Not to mention tons of new content to consume between the previous 75 episodes and the other...”Read full review »
BenS.. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/05/19
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“Guys, I feel like I know you. Hahaha I found your podcast months ago and I have been binge listening at speed 1.2x to reach to the present faster. I am still far behind. I have been wanting to tell you so many things, such as opinions of things that happen on one episode and then I am glad that...”Read full review »
AniiMontoya via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
11/28/19
“I’m writing this review to say a huge thanks to Matthew and Elysha. I believe in giving back when something is really good! I listen (or have) to podcasts like “How I Built This," "Radio Lab," Freakonomics," "The TED Radio Hour," "Wait, Wait..." "Revisionist...”Read full review »
Trustyson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/19
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“The most powerful form of teaching a principle is through story telling. This Pod cast is a great and entertaining way to learn how to tell stories and convey principles.”
Dalerw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/19
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“Matt,
I am a senior engineering student finishing college soon. I recently was flown out to an interview where one of the things I was being judged on was a 4 minute presentation with no guidelines other than I wasn’t able to use any props or a PowerPoint. Through months of journaling,...”Read full review »
ConnerTerry via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/19
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“Matt, for someone with children I am disappointed that you choose to use vulgarity so much in your storytelling. I have been an avid listener and believe you are truly gifted. However, when I sit down with my children to listen and you feel you need to drop F bombs... I agree that vulgarity...”Read full review »
Potato Dude 81 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/19
“So grateful to Mat Dicks for making this podcast in which he shares how he crafts his stories. If you want to learn the art of storytelling, this is a great resource.”
Fran McClure via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
10/11/19
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“As someone who has been teaching Podcasting for 15 years, I now tell all my students to read Matthew’s book, and listen to this podcast. I love listening to the stories, and then seeing if I agree with all of Matthew’s points. I started doing homework for life, and it’s amazing.”
David Jackson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/19
“I've been binge listening to this podcast for 3+ months, so truthfully I listen to Elysha and Matt's voices more than anyone else in the world right now. They are amazing human beings and they do a great job pointing out the factors of an amazing story. I love how Elysha's calm and...”Read full review »
Appmesomethingvicious via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/19
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“Hi folks.
I have been a story slammer teller for 3-4 years, and although I have met Matt and Alecia a few times and told 1x at speak up, I had no idea how to bring up my game until I started binging the podcast last spring. My 30 year old daughter said we should do a moth together and asked for...”Read full review »
Dwf0705 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/02/19
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“After listening for maybe 30 shows I feel I can now honestly review this podcast. I very much enjoy this show, the wife/husband dynamics took a tiny bit of getting used to but I now love the interplay between them, it’s a great exchange of differing ideas and good mutual conclusions to...”Read full review »
graham snuggs via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/10/19
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“I heard Matthew on the Art of Manliness podcast, watched the TED talk, and now listen to SpeakUp religiously. I won’t have room for other podcasts until I clear all the back episodes.
I’m 30 days into Homework for Life and just ordered the book Storyworthy and am signing up for one of...”Read full review »
jokeysp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/10/19
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“I started listening last week, and have already binged the first 20 episodes, and started Homework for Life.
My intent is to use this to help me in Toastmasters, but I can already see myself changing the way I think about how to deliver stories when speaking with friends.
While I haven’t...”Read full review »
S.Koots via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/03/19
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“Entertaining, but so much more. After each story there’s a breakdown of what worked and what could be improved. I just finished his book Storyworthy, a how-to on the telling a good story. Read it and you’ll never tell a boring story again.”
Kickstand888 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/19
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“I am obsessed with this podcast. I listen to several a week. I am also doing Homework for Life.”
Dfr1019 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/19
“My 90-year old father tells a story beautifully. I’ve long admired this gift yet felt my own abilities in this area were greatly lacking. Now I have a very practical handbook to help me grown and learn at my own pace. Thank you Matt and Elysha for this terrific podcast and Matt, for your...”Read full review »
OnceLostNowFound via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/19
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“Great podcast. I’ve listened to every episode over the last few months. Lots of good advice that I’ve found helpful. I would give it 5 stars if not for the explicit episodes.”
Moorereason via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/19
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“If you want to learn how to tell better stories — as I do! — this podcast with the very enjoyable and insightful and funny Elysha and Matt is invaluable! Also, Matt’s book, Storyworthy provides an incredible foundation, and is fun to read (or to listen to)!”
thisnicknamenottaken7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/19
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“Thank you for such a great podcast. I loved you book Storyworthy. ( I also loved Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend.)
I use this stuff all the time now to tell stories and it is life changing.”
jredd39 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/19
“I have been binge listening to this duo dissect stories and offer ways to improve storytelling for a couple of months now. It has made me feel confident to work on some of my more challenging stories and acknowledge that I am not yet ready to tackle some of my material. I appreciate the Homework...”Read full review »
Lemon3444 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/10/19
“I started listening to Speak Up in May 2019. I went all the way back to the beginning and am just now listening to episode 20.
I have Matt’s book, Storyworthy, but have yet to read more than the first few pages. In my defense, I’ve only had it a week. I also have yet to start Homework for Life....”Read full review »
ChrisMist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/19
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“There are few podcasts I religiously listen to, but I will not miss an episode of this. Matt and Elysha have a beautiful dynamic, authentic style and above all else, are insanely helpful in their education. It has inspired creativity in me, positively affected my speaking career and provided...”Read full review »
Captain.Thomas via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/01/19
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“I started listening to this podcast back in March and decided I needed to go back and catch up with all of the back episodes to gather all of the lessons that the Speak Up Storytelling podcast provides. Matthew Dicks' book "Storyworthy" is the primer on storytelling that I have been...”Read full review »
tonydahlman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/19
“I clicked on this podcast about a month ago thinking it might be entertaining but figuring it would be aimed at a demographic older and more storied than my own. It RAPIDLY became my favorite and gave insight to a community I never knew existed. Each story is we'll chosen and thought...”Read full review »
Ghvne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/19
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“I’ve listened to every episode of this podcast and every one is entertaining, inspiring and educational. I never knew how much I enjoyed the craft of storytelling (or that there was such an art) until I started listening. I see more magic in my every day life because of what they teach and I am...”Read full review »
Crbjorkman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/29/19
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