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Origin Stories

Campside Media
The Morning Show
Behind the Scenes Of Television
Filmmaking
Journalism
Alien Earth
Film
North America
Origin Stories
Fargo
Hysterical
St. Michael's
Jean Mcconville
Say Nothing
Me Too Movement
Pandemic
Apple TV+
Mass Psychogenic Illness
Residential Schools
Indigenous Issues
Northern Ireland

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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Actor, writer, and producer John Hoffman talks to Matthew about co-creating and showrunning the hit television show "Only Murders in the Building,” which is now in its fifth season on Hulu. Hoffman addresses writing lines for comedic greats like Mart... more

Palestinian filmmaker Yousef Srouji is the creator of the critically-acclaimed documentary "Three Promises," which uses his mother’s old home video footage to tell an intimate story of life during the Second Intifada. Srouji talks to Matthew about co... more

Mimi Leder is a producer, director, and two-time Emmy winner. Among her credits are films like Deep Impact and On the Basis of Sex and television programs like The Morning Show, a critically-acclaimed drama now entering its fourth season on Apple TV.... more

New Yorker staff writer Patrick Radden Keefe is the author of several books, including “Empire of Pain” and “The Snakehead.” He talks with Matthew about “Say Nothing,” an award-winning book that was later adapted into a TV series on FX.

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Recent Guests

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
Patrick Radden Keefe
Longtime staff writer for The New Yorker and author of several books including The Snakehead and Empire of Pain.
The New Yorker
Episode: Patrick Radden Keefe on Say Nothing
Connie Walker
Veteran Cree journalist based in Canada, known for her investigative work on Indigenous issues
CBC, Gimlet Media
Episode: Connie Walker on Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s
Noah Hawley
Award-winning screenwriter, showrunner, and novelist
Creator of Alien Earth
Episode: Noah Hawley on Alien: Earth

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

4.8 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Always love Campside

    I am always a fan of anything Campside Media produces, I find the stories are told thoughtfully and with just the right amount of intrigue. I binged Hysterical and loved hearing how the story came to be. Can’t wait for more from this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeeAre85
    Canadaa month ago
  • Missing Longform, found this instead

    Got an ad for this and decided to listen. Reminds of Longform but more targeted, basically. Good for creatives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LiuSteph0979
    United Statesa month 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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Apple Podcasts
#6
United States/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#23
United States/Arts
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#4
Canada/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#13
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#38
United Kingdom/Arts

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Mimi Leder on The Morning Show
Q: How do you balance serious themes with entertainment?
Mimi shares that her biggest fear in directing was maintaining levity while addressing serious subjects, aiming to find humor amidst the drama.
Mimi Leder on The Morning Show
Q: What is it about behind the scenes stuff that interests you?
Mimi explains that everything that happens behind the scenes is unexpected and shows people at their most raw and vulnerable, contrasting the calm on air with the chaos behind the scenes.
Connie Walker on Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s
Q: How did you manage the structure of the podcast?
After a big chunk of reporting, we spent days outlining the structure and relying heavily on the chronology of events.
Connie Walker on Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s
Q: Did you have to pitch this season at Gimlet?
It wasn't much of a pitch meeting; they were very supportive of the idea immediately after my brother shared the story about our dad.
Connie Walker on Stolen: Surviving St. Michael’s
Q: How did you make the decision to incorporate your father's story into this season?
It was dependent on the timing and the discovery of remains at residential schools that prompted family conversations about experiences that were previously hidden.

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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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2. Patrick Radden Keefe
3. Connie Walker
4. Noah Hawley

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