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Story Matters by Curt Mega
A deep dive into the creative process through the lens of storytelling—video podcasts, creative conversations, essays, and reflections about the artistic journey.
Launched 3 years ago
Obsession and The Cowardice Of "The Nice Guy"
The Real Villian of Obsession is...
Backrooms Is a Movie About the Life You Didn't Build
and living in the memory of your dream
May 29•Curt Mega
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A new Starkid musical about friendship, imagination, and unfinished stories
May 1•Curt Mega
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You Should Let Movies Break Your Heart
(Nicole Kidman agrees with me)
Apr 17•Curt Mega
6
Guest Starring on NCIS: “S.O.S.”
A few thoughts on working inside a well-oiled machine
Apr 14•Curt Mega
7
Hope is Better Than the Alternative
Mar 30•Curt Mega
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'Don't Wait for Permission to Start' with Riker Lynch
How Art Finds Us When We Need it Most
Mar 25•Curt Mega
‘Project Hail Mary’ Made Me Ask: What If Things Could Get Better? (Spoiler-Free)
Why curiosity, not belief, is what stuck with me
Mar 22•Curt Mega
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2:21:09
Breaking Down the 2026 Oscar Nominees (with Joey Richter)
Joey Richter and Curt Mega talk through the nominees and the year in film.
Mar 14•Curt Mega
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