
In You Are a Storyteller, Belief founder and executive creative director, Jesse Bryan, and chief storyteller, Brian McDonald, discuss the elements that make for a good story. Listen as they analyze classic films, talk through the nuance of structure, stress the importance of the armature, and cover things like outer boundaries and the dark night of the soul.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Category | TV & Film | ||||

In this episode, Brian and Jesse break down the essential components of three-act story structure. You’ll learn why all three acts are imperative, how well constructed stories mark the difference between entertainment and impact, and why “choose your... more
In this episode of “Masters of the Craft,” Brian is joined by comic book writer John Arcudi, who’s written for DC Comics and Dark Horse Comics and is currently working on Two Moons, a series from Image Comics. John shares why stories that focus on th... more
In this episode, Brian and Jesse deep dive into the ten-year journey of crystallizing Brian’s newly released non-fiction graphic novel Land of the Dead. Together, they investigate ancient storytelling’s tradition of venturing to the underworld, the f... more
In this episode of “Masters of the Craft,” author and screenwriter Brian McDonald is joined by cartoonist and lecturer Gene Luen Yang, author of the award-winning graphic novel American Born Chinese. Brian and Gene talk about what it’s like to pursue... more
Fantastic podcast with absolutely eye opening insight. I really wish this was still running
I’ve been enjoying this show.
I’m almost done listening to every single episode. I’m beginning to experience withdrawal symptoms. Amazing show. Educational, warm, human and always so focused. Thank you brian and jesse from a writer who’s gotten so much better for it. And please, keep it going!
I am a trendforecaster. This podcast was recommended by member of my design team. Brian’s podcast has changed the way myself and my team approach research and tell the story of emerging trends. The stories we are now telling are empathetic, thoughtful and meaningful.
On a personal note, I love his knowledge of Disney animation. It’s great knowing there’s someone who is just as nerdy as I am about it.
Brian McDonald and this podcast/YouTube channel has been absolutely instrumental in my growth as a storyteller. I am forever grateful! This is my go-to podcast for all things story, writing, and filmmaking.
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Apple Podcasts | #126 |
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