Episode 1, Jaws

By Tom Hickmore

In this episode I draw two lessons from Jaws that we can apply to drama in learning: 1. How story builds context toallow a viewer to create their own meaning2. How to create character conflict without painting either character as “bad”.

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Watch & Learn

Everything you need to know to produce great video drama for learning, in one short volume.

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Episode 3, Bridgerton

April 21, 2022

In which I look at Netflix’sridiculous and playful, melodrama about love, marriage and money and reveal how we can use its allure in the world of L&D.

Episode 4, The Good Fight

April 21, 2022

The Good Fight is probably the single best workplace drama around just now. I look at a single episode that takes a surprising look at racism in the workplace. It confronts us with difficult issues in a way that’s both entertaining and funny. And it makes us think.

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