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Have you ever wondered exactly how your favorite movie or book –– or podcast, TV series, documentary film, or magazine article –– got made? Origin Stories has you covered. Each week, veteran journalist Matthew Shaer talks to a different writer or director about the creation of a work close to their own hearts (and to ours). Nothing is off the table: not the frustrations and the joys, not the setba... more

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Evan Ratliff is a magazine writer, podcaster, and author of Mastermind: Drugs, Empire, Murder, Betrayal, which was released in 2019 by Random House. In addition to co-founding Longform and The Atavist Magazine, Evan was also one of the founding edito... more

Bonnie Tsui is a veteran journalist and the author of several critically-acclaimed books, including On Muscle, American Chinatown, and Why We Swim, which was published in 2020 by Algonquin Books.

In this episode, she talks with Matthew about the cha... more

Roy Wood Jr. is a comedian, actor, and former correspondent for The Daily Show. In this episode, he talks to Matthew about his new book, "The Man of Many Fathers: Life Lessons Disguised as a Memoir," which is structured as an extended letter to his ... more

Part book club, part English class, Zero to Well-Read is a fun and irreverent guide to the books everyone talks about, from classics you should have read in high school to the modern hits everyone's buzzing about. In each episode, hosts Jeff O'Neal a... more

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Recent Guests

Evan Ratliff
Veteran magazine writer and author, and co-founder of The Atavist and Longform
Episode: Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Bonnie Tsui
A long-time journalist and author of several books including Why We Swim and On Muscle, which delve into personal and cultural narratives around swimming and human experiences with water.
Episode: Bonnie Tsui on Why We Swim
Roy Wood Jr.
Comedian and writer, known for his work on The Daily Show.
Episode: Roy Wood Jr. on The Man of Many Fathers
Mitch Albom
Author, journalist, and playwright
Episode: Mitch Albom on Twice
Brian Goldstone
Anthropologist and journalist
Episode: Brian Goldstone on There Is No Place for Us
Stephanie Foo
Award-winning journalist and author, known for her memoir 'What My Bones Know' dealing with complex PTSD.
Episode: Stephanie Foo on What My Bones Know
John Hoffman
Screenwriter, director, actor and producer, co-creator of 'Only Murders in the Building'
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Episode: John Robert Hoffman on Only Murders in the Building
Yousef Srouji
Award-winning documentarian and filmmaker
Episode: Yousef Srouji on Three Promises
Mimi Leder
Acclaimed director and producer known for her work on "The Morning Show" and other hit series and films.
Apple TV+
Episode: Mimi Leder on The Morning Show

Host

Matthew Shaer
A veteran journalist with a focus on storytelling and cultural narrative, Matthew Shaer hosts the show, bringing insightful questions and a wealth of experience to the discussions surrounding creative processes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Solid

    Good mix of guests - but would love more writers rather than movie peeps

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mountainsarecalling33
    United States25 days ago
  • One of the best podcasts out there!!!!

    I listen to hundreds of podcasts every year. Dozens, weekly. But Origins is one of the best out there. The kind, thoughtful conversation, the fun anecdotes, the emotions behind the development of each creative idea. IS SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    airammss
    Mexicoa month ago
  • This one snuck up on me!

    I really miss Longform. I wasn’t sure that this podcast could fill that void, but I was really drawn in by the conversations about the creative process and how writers and creators do their work and how different it looks for each individual. Thanks so much for these wonderful conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RegencyReader1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Finally, a Longform substitute

    Been waiting for something like this. And the guests so far are so good. It’s like Longform, but with a tighter lens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thePodfatherPart2
    United States2 months ago
  • Insights and inspiration and entertainment

    It’s so exciting to hear the host and his guests go deep on a tv show or book or podcast. It’s just the right mix of creative insight and storytelling!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheStateofMD
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions about creative processes and the personal journeys of creators. Many find that the podcast offers a fresh perspective on the challenges of art-making. The storytelling quality, coupled with the depth of conversation, resonates with an audience that values authenticity and proximity to creative struggles.

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#141
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#12
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#129
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Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Q: How do you perceive the current media landscape as a content creator?
Evan acknowledges the overwhelming changes in the industry but appreciates the opportunities he still has to create and reach audiences.
Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Q: How do you handle praise and criticism of your work?
Evan finds praise to wash off quickly but values direct feedback from listeners, as they often reflect a larger audience sentiment.
Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Q: What challenges did you face while producing the podcast independently?
He faced the challenge of budgeting and managing the creative process quickly while balancing the recording of episodes with other narrative developments.
Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Q: How did you approach the structure of the podcast?
Evan aimed to lead the audience from light-hearted content to more personal explorations, evolving the complexity of experiments with AI throughout the episodes.
Evan Ratliff on Shell Game
Q: What inspired you to create Shell Game?
Evan was intrigued by the implications of AI technology and wanted to explore the ethical and emotional dimensions through his own experiences with an AI bot mimicking his voice.

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What is Origin Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content explores the intricate processes behind the creation of various creative works, including films, podcasts, and written articles. Each episode features a conversation with a different artist, generally focusing on their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs in the creative industry. The themes of artistic expression, collaboration, and the nuanced storytelling behind beloved works stand out prominently, making it appealing for listeners who are interested in the arts, media, and creativity. The podcast aims to provide insights into the narrative construction while emphasizing the importance of the human element in creative endeavors.

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1. Zero to Well-Read
2. The Art of Resistance
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5. This American Life

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Origin Stories launched 3 months ago and published 19 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Evan Ratliff
2. Bonnie Tsui
3. Roy Wood Jr.
4. Mitch Albom
5. Brian Goldstone
6. Stephanie Foo
7. John Hoffman
8. Yousef Srouji

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