Where Do the Best Stories Come From? Unravel the mystery of what makes a great story with 'Storyteller Studio by Curiosity Entertainment'. Hi! My name is Adhrucia and I’m an Emmy nominated film and tv creator who is obsessed with great stories! On this podcast, me and my team are on a quest. We interview acclaimed storytellers from all walks of life to learn from the way they craft their captivating narratives and see the world. If ‘Actors on Actors’, James Lipton's 'The Actors Studio', and NPR’s Tiny Desk got together and had a child — it would be us!
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Where Do the Best Stories Come From? Unravel the mystery of what makes a great story with 'Storyteller Studio by Curiosity Entertainment'. Hi! My name is Adhrucia and I’m an Emmy nominated film and tv creator who is obsessed with great stories! On this podcast, me and my team are on a quest. We interview acclaimed storytellers from all walks of life to learn from the way they craft their captivating narratives and see the world. If ‘Actors on Actors’, James Lipton's 'The Actors Studio', and NPR’s Tiny Desk got together and had a child — it would be us!
'Storyteller Studio' isn't just a podcast; it's an exploratory journey into the heart of narrative art. Join us in discovering the story behind the world’s greatest storytellers.
Marty Callner: The Legend Behind HBO’s Hard Knocks & the Godfather of Comedy Specials/Music Videos
Curiosity's Storyteller Studio
48 minutes
1 year ago
Marty Callner: The Legend Behind HBO’s Hard Knocks & the Godfather of Comedy Specials/Music Videos
Want to know how stars are made? Meet one of the greatest star makers of all times, Director Marty Callner. Discover the mastermind who revolutionized entertainment with HBO's "Hard Knocks," defined a generation of iconic music videos and created the comedy specials format. Marty Callner, has worked with a lineup of legends: Robin Williams, Chris Rock, Will Ferrell, and icons like Aerosmith, Cher, and more.
In this not-to-be-missed episode, film/tv creator Adhrucia and her team delve into the stories, techniques, and magic that makes Marty Callner. From directing courtside at Boston Celtics games to redefining HBO’s comedic landscape and directing music videos that became cultural milestones, Callner’s work is a masterclass in storytelling.
Hear firsthand how Callner collaborated with the biggest names in the industry—Billy Crystal, Jerry Seinfeld, George Carlin, Dane Cook, Whitney Cummings, Stevie Nicks, Heart, Kiss, Poison, Ratt, The Cranberries, Scorpions, Whitesnake, ZZ Top, Bette Midler, Pat Benatar, Diana Ross, Justin Timberlake, Fleetwood Mac, Garth Brooks, Gladys Knight, Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony—shaping the entertainment landscape and inspiring a new generation of creators. Why is Marty Callner a pivotal figure in entertainment? How did his philosophy of directing shape the way we experience sports, comedy, and music videos? Join us on Curiosity’s Storyteller Studio for an intimate look into the creative process of one of entertainment's most influential figures.
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Cinematography: Phil Sakanashi Produced by: Chas Allen & Adhrucia Apana Post Production: PJ Donahue Associate Producer: Amar Bedi Music: Jimi Cravity Make-up by: Gayane Hunanyan
Curiosity's Storyteller Studio
Where Do the Best Stories Come From? Unravel the mystery of what makes a great story with 'Storyteller Studio by Curiosity Entertainment'. Hi! My name is Adhrucia and I’m an Emmy nominated film and tv creator who is obsessed with great stories! On this podcast, me and my team are on a quest. We interview acclaimed storytellers from all walks of life to learn from the way they craft their captivating narratives and see the world. If ‘Actors on Actors’, James Lipton's 'The Actors Studio', and NPR’s Tiny Desk got together and had a child — it would be us!
'Storyteller Studio' isn't just a podcast; it's an exploratory journey into the heart of narrative art. Join us in discovering the story behind the world’s greatest storytellers.
