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Treisman's Choice
- Deborah Treisman chose David Foster Wallace's "Good People" for the podcast.
- It was their last collaboration before his death, and the story resonated with her.
Internal vs. External Conflict
- Unlike Hemingway's story, "Good People" uses internal monologue, not dialogue.
- Lane Deane's internal struggle is central.
Narrative Shift
- Wallace transitions into Lane's consciousness subtly.
- He uses seemingly omniscient descriptions, then shifts to Lane's internal voice.