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The Artist's Worksheet

The Artist's Worksheet

Written by: Peter Summerhays
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"Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten"

- Neil Gaiman

The biggest wealth of untapped knowledge has been hidden from mankind in plain sight; in stories. There it hides due to our own shallowness and surface level thinking...

So I made a worksheet! A story analysis worksheet that could be applied to books, movies, video games, you name it.

Then I shared that worksheet with a diverse group of people.

And I talk to them about their answers on this podcast.

The worksheet is simple:

What was intriguing to you?

... Why?

Behind that question lies a wealth of "recovery" (as Tolkien would say) waiting for you to claim. The power to become who you're meant to be.

There lies the strength to go home.

That's the Artist's Worksheet.

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Episodes
  • Harry Potter #1: Do it 'cause I feel like it -- The Artist's Worksheet

    Harry Potter #1: Do it 'cause I feel like it -- The Artist's Worksheet
    Jan 25 2026

    What if the secret to facing your fears isn't being good at it, but simply deciding you're going to try anyway?

    In this episode, Peter and Levi dive into Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (that's Sorcerer's Stone for you Americans), with Levi tackling the movies and Peter exploring the books. We're using the Artist's Worksheet to unpack what makes Harry's reckless courage so compelling, and what it reveals about taking action even when you have no idea what you're doing.

    Along with maybe a bit too much fawning over the creative process...
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    46 mins
  • What are we doing again??? - An introduction to the Artist's Worksheet.

    What are we doing again??? - An introduction to the Artist's Worksheet.
    Jan 16 2026

    What is this weird podcast Peter is always talking about?? I'm glad you asked!

    I've got an adventure to begin, and it may or may not include you.

    In this introductory, experimental episode of the Artist's Worksheet, me (Peter Summerhays - Creator) and my dear friend (Levi Rodas - Cohost) share our vision and expectations for the podcast... We also share in our first bout of technical difficulties. But isn't that part of the journey?

    This episode will include:

    -My personal introduction

    -A secret discussion between me and Levi

    -A sneak peak at what future episodes will look like.

    Let's not procrastinate any longer. I hope you enjoy!
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    29 mins
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