In this episode, Josh Horton sits down with Brian McDonald—an award-winning screenwriter, director, and author of Invisible Ink and Land of the Dead. With over 30 years in film, television, and comics, Brian’s storytelling wisdom has shaped generations of writers and filmmakers.
Together, they talk about the craft and truth of storytelling—why good stories last, how AI challenges creativity, and why authenticity still matters more than ever. They also explore how film and story can reconnect us to our shared humanity in a time when speed and spectacle often win over substance.
If you care about story, truth, and what it really means to be a creative in a changing world, this episode is for you.
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🎙️ Podcast Credits
Presented by Creative Workers Union
Hosted by Josh Horton
Edited by Sydney Gladu
Artwork by MUTI
🔗 Relevant Links
Brian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writeinvisibleink
Story First Studio/Podcast: https://www.storyfirst.studio
Books by Brian McDonald: Invisible Ink & Land of the Dead
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