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Story Matters with Curt Mega

Curt Mega
Sinners
Starkid Productions
VHS Christmas Carols
Ryan Coogler
Horror
Michael B. Jordan
Storytelling
Cinderella's Castle
Theater
Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens
Bryce Charles
Music In Film
Cultural Appropriation
Ludwig Göransson
The Guy Who Didn't Like Musicals
Mental Health
Creativity
Community In the Arts
Creative Process

A podcast with Curt Mega about stories and the artists who tell them. Special guests and in-depth conversations about the creative process and the art of storytelling. curtmega.substack.com

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What did I actually learn in 2025? Not the highlight reel. The real stuff.Burnout. Reflection. Health. Creativity. Letting go of old identities. Rebuilding new ones.This isn’t a “look what I achieved” post. It’s a personal inventory of the 10 biggest... more

Jon Matteson joins me here on Story Matters to talk about what it’s like returning to the role of Paul in The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals nearly seven years after the original Starkid production. We get into the process of stepping back into a chara... more

Ryan Coogler’s Sinners might be one of the boldest and most interesting movies I’ve seen in a long time. I loved it so much that I had to have my friend James Tolbert on to talk through all the details we couldn’t stop thinking about.

We dive into h... more

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In this episode of Story Matters, Bryce Charles (Ella Ashmore) joins me to talk about the creative whirlwind of bringing Starkid’s Cinderella’s Castle to life.

From developing Ella’s emotional journey to exploring the dynamic between Ella and Tadi... more

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Recent Guests

James Tolbert
Actor, performer, choreographer, and dancer, known for his work with StarKid
StarKid Productions
Episode: The Musicality & Madness of 'Sinners' with James Tolbert
Bryce Charles
Lead actress in Starkid's Cinderella's Castle, playing the title character Ella Ashmore.
Starkid Productions
Episode: Bryce Charles from Starkid's newest show 'Cinderella's Castle'
Meredith Stepien
A founding member of Team Starkid and performer in VHS Christmas Carols, renowned for her artistic creativity and warmth.
Starkid Productions
Episode: Story Matters with Starkid's Meredith Stepien!

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Curt Mega
Host of the podcast, known for his engaging discussions about storytelling and personal experiences in the creative arts industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • 10/10 Recommend

    I’ve been listening to Story Matters since the first episode in 2017! I can’t possibly recommend this podcast more! It has helped me with insight as a writer, and it’s just a fun listen as well! So insightful, you can really tell Curt loves his craft.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maia Moon
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspiring!!

    Curt, Kim and Mike are all so inspiring and every single episode of this podcast I find to be so eye-opening!! especially during these hard times this is the perfect podcast to spark creativity or even just to pass time in a thoroughly enjoyable way. I’m really thankful for this incredible podcast, Kim, Curt and Mike keep up this amazing work!! X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Finnick2
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Excellent dive into not just how stories matter, but why.

    Insightful, compelling, nuanced and - above all - entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jmalex17
    United States6 years ago
  • Great discussions about my favourite topic

    I love stories more than pretty much anything, so it’s an absolute delight to have a podcast that talks all about them! Have been a fan of Curt Mega for a long time and now love him (as well as Kim and Mike) even more. Can’t recommend this podcast more for absolute nerds like me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tiggybb
    Australia7 years ago
  • Must listen!

    If you love stories the way most do, you have to listen to this! Curt, Kim, and Mike really have a great way of going into detail about different stories and describing how it works, what it is, and how different things in the environment affect it. Definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    livlynn96
    United States7 years ago

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The engaging interviews and unique perspectives shared by guests receive high praise, with several highlighting the balance of humor and serious discussion.

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The focus of this podcast is on storytelling and the various forms it takes in the arts, involving a mix of engaging conversations with artists from different domains. Key themes include the creative process, mental health, personal growth, and the unique challenges faced by artists, especially in the performance and film sectors. Episodes often showcase interviews with notable guests who share insights into their experiences, the intricacies of their craft, and the significance of storytelling in our lives, making the podcast a valuable resource for aspiring storytellers and anyone passionate about the arts.

This podcast is distinctive for its deep dives into the creative journeys of its guests, often encouraging listeners to reflect on t... more

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