The Story Building

You either die a hero, or you live long enough to see yourself make a podcast about Christopher Nolan. The Odyssey is coming! To celebrate the release of one of the biggest films of 2026, we’re shining the spotlight on one of modern cinema’s most prolific directors. Whether it’s Memento or Batman or Oppenheimer, his impressive body of work has spanned genres, time periods and realities. Everyone h...

Have you ever found something new, something awesome, something you can't stop talking about...but there's nobody to share it with because nobody has ever heard of it? Welcome to our bite-sized episode, Under-Hyped and Under-the-Radar where we have a moment to yap about something that got us hyped and never got the recognition it deserved. In this episode, we'll be looking at Only Love...

Sometimes you just have to get it off your chest and in these mini episodes we’re going to talk about some of the things that drive us crazy in the stories we love. Because sometimes love drives you crazy and ranting is therapeutic.  Today we talk about book trope marketing. Is there a trope or cliche or trend that bugs you? Tell us why it makes you mad and maybe we’ll agree! @thestorybuildingpod...

Imagine you could step inside your favourite book or movie and run around, meet the characters, engage with the world… For many story lovers, this is our ultimate fantasy and it is, in fact, a fantasy that can be realised. The world of video games is a rich canvas of interactive, engaging and exciting storytelling just waiting for you to grab it with both hands. In this special episode, we’re goin...

Back by popular demand! We’re returning to the world of the romcom and diving deeper into one of our favourite genres. If you want more love triangles, more contrived situations, more swoon-worthy soundtracks and more Hugh Grant, this is a sequel you won’t want to miss! With so much ground to cover, it’s no wonder we weren’t able to get to some of your faves in our first episode, so we’re going to...

Have you ever found something new, something awesome, something you can't stop talking about...but there's nobody to share it with because nobody has ever heard of it? Welcome to our bite-sized episode, Under-Hyped and Under-the-Radar where we have a moment to yap about something that got us hyped and never got the recognition it deserved. In this episode, we'll be looking at Joe Wrigh...

Everyone has their thoughts on “The Classics” and more often than not will express these thoughts without prompting. This episode is of course no different but with the added benefit of being less obnoxious than that person in the office judging you because you’ve never read “Meditations”.  We’re going to look at the Classics we’ve read and watched, sort through the good and the bad and the ones t...

Sometimes you just have to get it off your chest and in these mini episodes we’re going to talk about some of the things that drive us crazy in the stories we love. Because sometimes love drives you crazy and ranting is therapeutic. Is there a trope or cliche or trend that bugs you? Tell us why it makes you mad and maybe we’ll agree! @thestorybuildingpod thestorybuildingpod@gmail.com

It’s the biggest event on the Hollywood calendar; the glittering, star-studded celebrity-fest that is the 98th Annual Academy Awards, and we watched every second of it. In our first episode of the season, we’re taking a look back at an outstanding year of films and celebrating this incredible art form with our close personal friends who were actually there. Who won? Who should’ve won? Who had the...

We're baaaaaaack! Bigger, bolder, edgier...like all good sequels. Here's a sneak peak of what you can expect from season two, with a fresh episode dropping on 20th March 2026.

Believe it or not, we’ve come to the end of another year and the end of our first season! In this very special final episode, we’re looking back at our bookshelves, our old movie tickets and our streaming histories to remember the year that was. We’re handing out awards for our favourite (and not-so-favourite) stories, sharing what we loved this year and looking forward to the year ahead. If you’r...

Can you hear those sleigh bells jingling and those chestnuts roasting? It’s time to get festive with a very special Christmas episode. We’re getting into the holiday spirit with a look at our ultimate Christmas stories, so get ready to reserve your December days for our festive faves. From the classics to some more modern treats, we’re finding out what makes a great Christmas story, and we might e...

A great soundtrack is a special piece of art, something that enhances the emotion of a story and also stands as an expression of the soul in its own right. We’re going deep into our favourite film and tv soundtracks, exploring the role of music in storytelling from passive background tunes all the way to active, vibrant components of the art with their own unique character. Get a blank playlist re...

It is a truth universally acknowledged that reboots, remakes, and sequels are an inevitable part of popular storytelling. You might think that these are everywhere, and you’d be right. But sometimes Hollywood gets it right and we’re here to tell you that some sequels and reboots can be even better than the original. We’ll sort the good from the terrible, and find out what makes a good sequel and w...

It's a Halloween Special! Get into the spooky season with two people who are too scared to get into the spooky season. We'll share our favourite stories featuring the requisite cosy fall vibes and we will go boldly into the realms of horror just for you. Do (not) send your scariest Halloween recs to thestorybuildingpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG @thestorybuildingpod!

Have you ever found something new, something awesome, something you can't stop talking about...but there's nobody to share it with because nobody has ever heard of it? Welcome to our bite-sized episode, Under-Hyped and Under-the-Radar where we have a moment to yap about something that got us hyped and never got the recognition it deserved. In this episode, we'll be looking at the first...

You know that feeling when you come out of a book you were so engrossed in that you feel disoriented in the real world? Some people call it book hangovers, but we believe Nora Ephron described it best – as a state of rapture. In today's episode we explore the experience you can only get from reading a good book, the books that had us in a state of rapture, and why we think books are a uniquely...

Sometimes you just have to get it off your chest and in these mini episodes we’re going to talk about some of the things that drive us crazy in the stories we love. Because sometimes love drives you crazy and ranting is therapeutic. Is there a trope or cliche or trend that bugs you? Tell us why it makes you mad and maybe we'll agree! thestorybuildingpod@gmail.com @thestorybuildingpod!

Everyone knows timing is everything. When it comes to your favourite story, how influenced are you by the time in your life that you experienced it? How old you were, where you were, what you were doing - all these these things will shape how you receive and perceive a story. Publishers and studios strategise around time - release dates and promotional periods will make or break the success of a p...

Have you ever found something new, something awesome, something you can't stop talking about...but there's nobody to share it with because nobody has ever heard of it? Welcome to our bite-sized episode, Under-Hyped and Under-the-Radar where we have a moment to yap about something that got us hyped and never got the recognition it deserved. In this episode, we'll be looking at The Absol...

What makes something good? What makes something bad? What makes something good for me and bad for you? We're unpacking subjectivity and opinions, and weighing up whether something can be objectively good and still be bad, or objectively bad and the best thing you've ever seen. Send your thoughts/feelings/takes to thestorybuildingpod@gmail.com and follow us on IG @thestorybuildingpod!

Ah, the romcom. In our debut episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of romantic comedies. We'll explore how these feel-good films reflect the times they're made in, celebrate iconic on-screen chemistry, and discuss what makes us fall in love with love stories again and again. We'll also share our takes on why they don't make romcoms like they used to! So grab your snack...

Welcome to The Story Building, where we explore stories from page to screen and everything in between. Join us, Sav and Alessia, as we dive into the books, movies, and shows we love, unpack their cultural impact, and share some industry insights along the way. Follow us on IG @thestorybuildingpod or email us at thestorybuildingpod@gmail.com