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Untitled Dad Project

Untitled Dad Project

Spoke Media

A writer’s meta-narrative quest to reckon with her Dad Character after his untimely death, find a meaningful resolution, and finally tell her own story. Co-hosted by creator Janielle Kastner and director Carson McCain. Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.
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Untitled Dad Project - CHAPTER 8: Finale

CHAPTER 8: Finale

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09/30/19 • 73 min

Closure? Forgiveness? Resolution.

A story is told, a funeral is thrown, and we get our final scene with Jan Character.

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Tell us your experience of the Finale at [email protected].

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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One more minisode to prepare us for the FINALE!

Jan interviewed death educator and somatic psychotherapist Jeanne Denney years ago to get a more New Age perspective on grieving practices for her Third Act Breakthrough. In hindsight, Jeanne instead brought into focus the themes that’ve been at play in the story since the beginning. Clarity, rage, rejection, and legitimacy prepare us for our final resolution with Jan Character.

Follow along at @untitleddadproject! Tell us your story [email protected].

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - MINI: "What do we do now?" with Mom Character
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09/16/19 • 37 min

Before facing her resolution, Jan checks back in with a special guest: Mom Character.

Mom Character joined Jan in-studio after listening to 1A and 1B before they were released. Together, they discuss why it was hard to talk about the hard things, revisit swallowed-back questions, and explore what it means to have your own story.

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Tell us about your Mom Character at [email protected].

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - CHAPTER 7: Third Act Breakthrough
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09/09/19 • 62 min

There comes a moment when you realize you’ll never be the same.

Carson and Janielle take inventory of all the potential third act breakthroughs for this story: casserole drop-offs, smoking ceremonies, full-circles, and beauty anyway.

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Tell us about your experience with Third Act Breakthroughs at [email protected].

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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So many potential threads ended up on the cutting room floor, but one metaphor in particular snuck its way back into the story: cats.

This week we come full-circle with Dad’s cat, Cat’s cat, and every abandoned kitten ever.

If you’re compelled to help the feline race, consider sponsoring a family of stray kittens in medical need, currently fostered by our very own Rat Rios.

Follow along at @untitleddadproject, or email us at [email protected]!

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - CHAPTER 6: Character Development
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08/26/19 • 65 min

How do we consider a character’s nuances, contradictions and dimensions?

Janielle and Carson set out to reckon with her Dad/Rick Character, but a disorienting interruption changes everything. With help from her Mom, her Dad’s sailing friend Charley, and the box of things he left behind, Janielle begins to piece together a vision of the “Rick” as well as the “Dad” - and maybe even discover a little love for a complicated character.

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Tell us about your experience with Character Development at [email protected]!

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - MINI: "What is a good dad, anyway?" with Jeff McCain
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08/19/19 • 32 min

Another very special departure from the narrative Chapters!

At some point, Carson and Janielle wanted to nail down the character archetype of an “Objectively Good Dad”. Luckily, Carson’s got one of those.

Janielle came to Jeff McCain with questions about being a Good Dad, and instead of answers got a bunch of love and encouragement and support (apparently that’s kind of the gig when you’re loved by a Good Dad). If you’re also in need of some Good Dad energy - enjoy!

Next week we’re back with a heap of empathy and nuance in CHAPTER 6: Character Development!

Follow along at @untitleddadproject! Tell us about your experience with Foreshadowing at [email protected]!

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - CHAPTER 5: Foreshadowing

CHAPTER 5: Foreshadowing

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08/12/19 • 58 min

Can you escape your own foreshadowing?

Janielle confronts the theme that’s been chasing her from the beginning: “Daddy Issues”. With help from therapist Shea Theillman, father-loss expert Dr. Don Hebbard, and a slew of pop-culture references, Carson and Janielle figure out how to stop running and reckon with Oedipus (...not in the way that you think).

More of Shea Thielemann here. More of Dr. Don Hebbard here.

Follow along at @untitleddadproject! Tell us about your experience with Foreshadowing at [email protected]!

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - CHAPTER 2: Genre

CHAPTER 2: Genre

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07/15/19 • 52 min

“And now I’m the... surprise bastard daughter in a soap opera?”

Jan and Cat figure out how to embrace Jan’s new genre with actress and former soap opera star Taylor Anne Ramsey.

Can Jan re-cast herself from scandalous side character to powerful protagonist?

Is this how she confronts her Dad Character?

Will she ever properly throw a drink in a man’s face?

Follow along at @untitleddadproject!

Tell us about your Genre at [email protected]!

Original music composed in response to each episode is by the incredible Rat Rios

Our artwork is by Kevin Craft Co.

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media original.

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Untitled Dad Project - INTRODUCING: Family Ghosts Season 3
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12/03/19 • 17 min

We're excited to share with you a sneak peak of Family Ghosts Season 3.

In The Clotilda Legacy - Part 1: The Descendants producer Vera Carothers travels to Mobile, Alabama, to investigate the story of Africatown, a community founded by the descendants of the enslaved people brought to America on the Clotilda, the last known slave ship to enter US waters.

You can listen to Family Ghosts here. Episodes drop weekly starting December 4th.

Untitled Dad Project is a Spoke Media production.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Untitled Dad Project have?

Untitled Dad Project currently has 21 episodes available.

What topics does Untitled Dad Project cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Podcasts, Arts and Performing Arts.

What is the most popular episode on Untitled Dad Project?

The episode title 'INTRODUCING: Family Ghosts Season 3' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Untitled Dad Project?

The average episode length on Untitled Dad Project is 37 minutes.

How often are episodes of Untitled Dad Project released?

Episodes of Untitled Dad Project are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Untitled Dad Project?

The first episode of Untitled Dad Project was released on Jun 13, 2019.

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