What's On My Mind Podcast

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Every month, Bryce and Dylan take you on an ADHD-fueled romp analyzing everything in books, film, and modern media (or really whatever is on their mind). www.whatsonmymind.net

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  1. Oct 24

    I Read 30 Minutes Every Day Every Month. Here Is Why. | What's On My Mind Podcast - Episode 4

    Learn how to become a reader with just 30 minutes a day. We share practical steps to build sustainable reading habits. Many people struggle to find time for books, but the secret lies in small, manageable sessions. I discuss how to structure your daily routine to prioritize reading habits without it feeling like another chore on your to-do list. By focusing on consistent progress, you can finally become a reader and actually finish the books you start. This discussion also covers how to select the right material to keep your interest high. Whether you need specific book recommendations or strategies for maintaining focus during your sessions, we break down what works for long-term growth. Improving your reading consistency is about finding a system that fits your lifestyle, not forcing yourself through titles you do not enjoy. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:56 How do I find time to read? 3:00 How are you going to find time to read? 4:08 The 30-Minute Reader Method 4:41 Why do you want to read? 5:50 How fast can you read? 11:14 How do I make time to read? 21:02 How do you find what you want to read? 30:04 How do you build a reading list? 34:13 When should you give up on a book? 36:39 How do we plan on finishing our reading list? 46:59 How do we keep reading fun? 56:48 How do we afford so many books? 1:04:54 Download the Free Workbook and Change How You Read 1:05:49 Bryce’s Media Recommendation 1:08:59 Outro Resources: * The 30-Minute Reader Workbook (DOWNLOAD FOR FREE BY JOINING OUR SUBSTACK): https://www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe?utm_source=womm_ep_4&simple=true&next=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.whatsonmymind.net%2F * “Don’t Have Time to Read? Try Reading in Small Sips” by Bryce Allen (Daily Reader List): https://www.whatsonmymind.net/p/dont-have-time-to-read-try-reading * Find Your Local Library (CareerOneStop): https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx Recommended Media: * "The American Literacy Crisis, Explained" by Jared Henderson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvCT31BOLDM * "Why everyone stopped reading" by Jared Henderson:        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3wJcF0t0bQ * Commonplace Philosophy: https://jaredhenderson.substack.com/ * Pre-Order The Work of Philosophy by Jared Henderson: https://geni.us/TWoPHenderson4 Recorded on October 12, 2026 Support Us: For more articles and guides on books, films, and modern media, subscribe to our free Substack newsletter! To further support us, consider becoming a paid subscriber to get access to exclusive articles, bonus podcast episodes, and an exclusive community of deep readers and thinkers. You can also show support by purchasing from the affiliate links in this post. Get full access to What's On My Mind at www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe

  2. Oct 2

    The Incredibles: Why It Gets Deeper Every Time You Watch | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 3

    Why does The Incredibles get better with every watch? We break down the screenplay and themes of this Pixar classic. Bryce and Dylan explore the production history and script structure of the film. By reviewing the original film screenplay, we examine how the story holds up two decades later and why the themes remain relevant in modern animation. This discussion goes beyond surface-level critiques. We look at deleted scenes and commentary from Brad Bird to understand the intentional choices behind the characters. Whether you are a fan of Pixar movies or interested in professional movie analysis, this episode provides a closer look at the craft behind the superhero family. Timestamps: * 0:00 Intro * 0:58 Why The Incredibles is Bigger than One Hour Can Cover * 2:19 The Incredibles 3 and Our Incredibles Deep Dive Series * 3:24 Why does The Incredibles get deeper on every rewatch? * 4:52 The Production History of The Incredibles * 9:56 The Incredibles Summarized in 3 Minutes * 12:52 How Everything in The Incredibles Fits in Ten Pages * 52:05 The Incredibles Screenplay - Beyond the Opening * 1:21:29 The MANY Deleted Scenes of The Incredibles * 1:35:11 Some Brief Words on Jack-Jack Attack * 1:38:49 What are the themes of The Incredibles movies? * 1:42:14 Media Recommendation * 1:43:25 Outro Resources: * “‘Incredibles 3’: Pete Docter Teases A Powerful New Villain In Upcoming Threequel As Violet & Dash Step Up To Plate – D23” by Katie Campione * Pixar - Wikipedia * Brad Bird - Wikipedia * The Incredibles (2004) Screenplay - ScriptSlug * The Incredibles (2004) Commentary with Brad Bird & John Walker * The Incredibles NSA Super Files (DVD Bonus Content) * The Pixar Story (2007)Recommended Media: * Pretty Pretty Please I Don’t Want to Be a Magical Girl - Ep. 1 Recorded on 9/15/2026 & 9/24/2026. For more articles and guides on books, films, and modern media, subscribe to our free Substack newsletter. What's On My Mind is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to What's On My Mind at www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe

    The Incredibles: Why It Gets Deeper Every Time You Watch | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 3

  3. Sep 11

    I Tried Every Journaling Method (Here is What Worked) | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 2

    After testing dozens of different systems, I finally found a journaling routine that actually sticks. Learn which methods deliver results and which ones are just noise. This episode breaks down the pros and cons of the many formats I have experimented with over the years. We explore how to balance the tactile feel of paper diaries with the efficiency of digital note apps, and why the most effective system is the one you actually use consistently. Whether you are looking to document your daily life or organize your creative thoughts, finding the right approach is key to long-term success. Beyond just organizing your thoughts, we discuss how consistent writing serves as a tool for personal growth and habit building. I share my own journey with these methods, including which ones failed, which ones provided clarity, and how you can tailor these practices to fit your specific hobbies. Follow for more biweekly podcast breakdowns, and let me know in the comments: what is the one journaling method you have tried that changed how you think? Timestamps 0:00 Why should you journal? 3:28 Where should I start journaling? 6:16 How can digital note apps fit into your journaling system? 10:38 How do journals fit into your daily life? 11:42 Should you reread your journals? 13:35 How should you format my journals? 16:42 Why diaries are sentimental objects 20:54 My personal start with journaling 22:56 How can journaling keep me on track? 28:45 Can journaling make me a better reader? 33:27 Should you finish every book you read? 42:12 How can journaling help my creativity? 46:52 How can journaling help me move forward? 53:48 How do I build a journaling habit? 59:10 How can journals help me get more out of my books? 1:03:42 What's the best way to journal for my specific hobbies/interests? 1:09:53 What is the point of journaling? 1:11:53 Book/Media Recommendation 1:17:01 Outro Recommended Media - Paperplanks Journal: https://geni.us/PaperblanksJournal5 - Journal Formatting Guide: https://buymeacoffee.com/bryceallen/e/574917 - Pocket Notebooks (for logbooks and book logs): https://geni.us/LogBooks5 - Moleskine Sketch Pad: https://geni.us/SketchPad5- Gratitude Journal: https://geni.us/GratitudeJournal5 - One Line a Day Journal: https://geni.us/OneLine5 - My Principles Journal: https://geni.us/PrinciplesJournal5 - I Will Teach You to Be Rich Journal: https://geni.us/IWTYTBRJSethi5 - The Daily Stoic Journal: https://geni.us/DailyStoicJournal5 - Steal Like an Artist Journal: https://geni.us/SLaAJKleon5 - The Total Money Makeover Workbook: https://geni.us/TTMMWorkbookRamsey5 - What Color is Your Parachute? Workbook: https://geni.us/WCIYPWorkbookBolles5 - Moleskine Book Journal: https://geni.us/MoleskineBookJournal5 - Moleskine Film & TV Journal: https://geni.us/MoleskineFilmJournal5 - Moleskine Travel Journal: https://geni.us/MoleskineTravJournal5 - Ready, Set, Novel! Workbook: https://geni.us/RSNWorkbook5 - Ready, Set, Memoir! Workbook: https://geni.us/RSMWorkbook5 - 642 Things to Write About: https://geni.us/642ThingsToWrite5 - 642 Tiny Things to Write About: https://geni.us/624TinyThingstoWrite5 - 642 Things to Write About Me: https://geni.us/642ThingsAboutMe5 - 712 More Things to Write About: https://geni.us/712ThingstoWrite5 - 642 Things to Draw: https://geni.us/642ThingstoDraw5 - "You Can Draw in 30 Days" by Mark Kistler: https://geni.us/YCDi30DKistler5 - "You Can Draw it in Just 30 Minutes" by Mark Kistler: https://geni.us/YCDIiJ30MKistler5 - "You Can Draw in 30 Seconds" by Mark Kistler: https://geni.us/YCDi30SKistler5 For complete show notes, check out our Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/bryceallenreads/p/i-tried-every-journaling-method-here?r=iokhc&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Recorded on August 29, 2026. Get full access to What's On My Mind at www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe

    I Tried Every Journaling Method (Here is What Worked) | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 2

  4. Aug 27

    Did D23 2026 Save Disney? | What’s On My Mind - Episode 1

    The dust has settled on D23 2026. In this deep dive, Bryce and Dylan break down every major media announcement from Disney's greatest studios and highlight the best (and worst) of what's to come from the House of Mouse.In this first full episode of the What's On My Mind Podcast, we go studio by studio, from Pixar to Lucasfilm to Marvel, and give our thoughts on their upcoming show and TV lineups. From our thoughts on the post-Multiverse Saga MCU to how Coco and The Incredibles franchises' handling of time impacts the themes addressed in their films, Bryce and Dylan piece apart the structure of these projects and share what they're most looking forward to. Timestamps: * 0:00 Intro * 1:18 What is D23? * 1:40 Disney+ Originals * 13:50 20th Century Studios * 14:51 Disney Kids * 15:49 Walt Disney Studios * 27:27 Lucasfilm * 30:41 Walt Disney Animation Studios * 34:46 Marvel Studios * 44:31 Marvel Studios (post-Spider-Man: Brand New Day spoilers) * 1:16:30 Pixar * 1:46:55 Ranking the Best and Worst of D23 2026 * 1:52:56 Book & Media Recommendations * 1:53:46 Outro Resources: * “Pixar New Pic ‘Ghost Market’ About Hungry Apparitions, Hits Theaters In 2028 – D23” by Anthony D'Alessandro: https://deadline.com/2026/08/ghost-market-pixar-release-date-1237041013/ * ‘Coco 2’: Benjamin Bratt Returning As Ernesto de la Cruz; Release Date Set – D23 by Anthony D’Alessandro: https://deadline.com/2026/08/coco-2-benjamin-bratt-1237041010/ Recommended Media: * Recommended Media- Percy Jackson Musical Documentary (Wait in the Wings)- The Pixar Story (2007)- Wonder Man (2026)- Wolverine and the X-Men (2008-2009) Episode 4- X-Men: The Animated Series (1992-1997) Season 2 Episode 3 & Season 4 Episode 5- Obsession (2026)- X-Men (2024): Volume 1 - Homecoming by Jed McKay- Moon Knight (2021): Volume 1 - The Midnight Mission by Jed McKay Recorded on August 19, 2026. Support Us: For more articles and guides on books, films, and modern media, subscribe to our free Substack newsletter! To further support us, consider becoming a paid subscriber to get access to exclusive articles, bonus podcast episodes, and an exclusive community of deep readers and thinkers. You can also show support by purchasing from the affiliate links in this article. If you want to support Bryce’s writing, buy him a coffee! Get full access to What's On My Mind at www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe

    Did D23 2026 Save Disney? | What’s On My Mind - Episode 1

  5. Aug 17

    Is Pixar Finished? | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 0 (Pilot)

    In this episode, with Pixar's critical reception in constant flux, Bryce and Dylan investigate the upcoming lineup of Pixar films and share their thoughts on where the company is headed. Along the way, they'll discuss the importance of producing original features, why the sequels sell, and a few things they hope the film industry takes on. This is the pilot episode of the What's On My Mind Podcast. Your regular ADHD-fueled romp for all things in books, film, and media. Timestamps: * 0:00 Intro * 0:35 What's Going on with Pixar's Lineup? * 3:43 Clayface and the Direction of DC's Films * 8:43 The Warner Bros./Paramount Merger * 17:47 Where Does Pixar Go with Monsters Inc. 3? * 20:18 Pixar Doesn't Need This Many Sequels * 27:28 How Toy Story 5 Fits the Series' Overarching Theme * 40:00 We Need a Whole Episode for The Incredibles * 41:17 How Bright is Pixar's Future? * 45:16 This Week's Recommended Books and Media * 47:32 Outro Resources: * “List of Pixar Films”: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Pixar_films * “‘Monsters, Inc. 3’ in the Works at Pixar; ‘Incredibles 3’ Set for 2028 Release” by Lexi Carson: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/monsters-inc-3-pixar-incredibles-3-coco-2-release-dates-1236524393/ Recommended Media: * "The Anxious Generation" by Johnathan Haidt: https://geni.us/TAGHaidt4 * Coco (2017) * "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" by Benjamin Stevenson: https://geni.us/EiMFHKSStevenson4 * “Invincible Compendium Vol. 1”: https://geni.us/InvincibleComOne4 * Invincible Seasons 1-4 (2021-2026) * "Watchmen" by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons: https://geni.us/Watchmen4 * Watchmen (2016 - The Ultimate Cut): https://geni.us/WatchmenUltimateCut4 Support Us: You can also show support by purchasing from the affiliate links in this article. For more articles and guides on books, films, and modern media, subscribe to our free Substack newsletter! To further support us, consider becoming a paid subscriber to get access to exclusive articles, bonus podcast episodes, and an exclusive community of deep readers and thinkers. If you want to support Bryce’s writing, buy him a coffee! Get full access to What's On My Mind at www.whatsonmymind.net/subscribe

    Is Pixar Finished? | What’s On My Mind Podcast - Episode 0 (Pilot)
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