Forward Into The Past BlogCast

The United States is currently in the midst of a record-breaking heat wave. Temperatures have soared to dangerous levels, and power outages have been widespread. In addition, the SAG/AFTRA-WGA strike has put a halt to production on many television s…

### The Role of Universities in Preserving Dime Novels and Story Papers Dime novels and story papers are an important part of the literary and cultural history of the United States, dating back to the mid-19th century. These inexpensive, mass-produ…

Hi gang! Just a few updates to keep everyone updated on what's going on behind the scenes at FITP.  First of all, I am amazed and humbled that my little podcast has been featured in Feedspot's Top 80 Storytelling Podcasts list. This should de…

Hi everyone! I just wanted to let you know that this past Thursday, July 28 I was notified that my little endeavour of a podcast was selected by Feedspot as one of their top 80 storyteller podcasts. Now, that may not sound like much, Top 80. But i…

The word "Storyteller" has been absconded. In today's parlance, a "storyteller" is one who helps others "sell stuff" by creating 'stories'.Which honestly pisses me off. Like - a LOT.Because I am a storyteller.I bring to life stories that have langui…

Hi gang! Just an update on future stories. Right now, I am currently able to produce one episode a week, mainly due to constraints with my day job, which until this podcast begins generating regular money, I will have to keep. Once summer official…

Hi everyone! I would like to start off by welcoming you to my new website for my podcast. It will continue to be updated as the days go on, and I am super excited to have you on this journey with me. Let me clarify at this time, that I am not bein…

So, about a month ago, a friend at work mentioned casually to a group of us that she was listening to a podcast that someone had started where they were reading Grimm's Fairy Tales. It was indeed a life-changing moment for me. My brain went: "...w…