Show Notes
How To Tell Good Stories Well w/ Brent Reese
Join the hosts of The Black Bar podcast, one sporting a playful banana costume, as they welcome special guest Brent Reese to discuss the art of storytelling.
First, Brent shares his journey as an amateur videographer, to owner of Reese Media, where he discovered his true passion for documentary filmmaking. Then, he describes how watching impactful documentaries transformed his perspective on storytelling and inspired his company’s mission of “creating content that matters.”
Throughout the episode, the conversation delves into what makes a story worth telling. Moreover, Brent explains how he identifies meaningful narratives by looking for stories that move him personally and have the potential to challenge viewers’ perspectives. Additionally, he shares insights from his current documentary project about four friends who gave themselves permission to pursue their filmmaking dreams.
The discussion then shifts to the technical aspects of storytelling. Specifically, Brent emphasizes the importance of understanding a story deeply before telling it and maintaining the dignity of subjects, especially in documentary work. Furthermore, he reveals his extensive pre-production process, including conducting multiple hours of pre-interviews and careful planning of supporting footage.
Finally, the episode highlights how these storytelling principles apply to various contexts, from church testimony videos to social media content. Above all, Brent stresses that regardless of format, good storytelling requires thorough preparation, genuine care for the subject, and a commitment to honoring the authentic narrative.
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