Podcast

From the Well

From the Well is a storytelling podcast exploring the journeys, experiences, and perspectives that shape creative work.

Each episode highlights filmmakers, artists, and storytellers while exploring the deeper ideas and metaphors behind their craft.

Why This Podcast Exists

Why This Podcast Exists

From the Well exists to support Storywell Collective’s mission of expanding access to film education and storytelling. Rather than focusing purely on entertainment, the podcast explores deeper lessons behind creative journeys and highlights how our programs and support structures keep film education grounded in community.

Through conversations with filmmakers, artists, and storytellers, we examine the ideas, metaphors, and lived experiences that shape meaningful creative work.

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What You’ll Hear

What You’ll Hear

Creative Journeys

Guests share the moments, decisions, and experiences that shaped their creative path.

Storytelling Philosophy

Discussions around storytelling, metaphor, artistic voice, and how creators find meaning in their work.

Lessons for Creators

Practical insights and perspectives that emerging storytellers can apply to their own creative journey.

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Who This Podcast Is For

Who This Podcast Is For

From the Well is designed for storytellers, filmmakers, and creatives who want to better understand the craft and meaning behind storytelling. Whether you are an emerging filmmaker, an artist exploring your voice, or someone who values the deeper side of creativity, this podcast provides thoughtful conversations around the creative process.

  • Filmmakers
  • Writers and storytellers
  • Artists and creators
  • Anyone interested in the creative process
Episodes

Episode List

Filming begins mid-March, and episodes will release shortly after. Each installment follows Storywell Collective’s educational framework, weaving interviews, field recordings, and reflective storytelling.

Season 01 Launch

Three episodes drop as Storywell Collective documents foundational learning labs, mentor conversations, and community reflections.

Field Notes

Episodes mix interviews, behind-the-scenes sounds, and reflections to illustrate the craft of storytelling.

Community Stories

Local filmmakers, collaborators, and partners share how creative work anchors Arizona neighborhoods.

Episode Framework

Episode Framework

From the Well is not résumé-driven or performance-based. It is a reflective space where story becomes curriculum and education emerges through honest conversation.

We Are All Metaphors

Lives are treated as metaphors, revealing deeper meaning through reflection.

Education Through Reflection

Stories are collected carefully and preserved as shared knowledge for the creative community.

Creative Identity
Resilience
Ethical Storytelling
Sustainable Growth
Guest Application

Be a Guest on From the Well

We invite filmmakers, artists, and creative thinkers with meaningful experiences to share. If your story can inspire others or provide insight into the creative journey, we would love to hear from you.

Stay Connected

Stay Connected

Get notified when new episodes of From the Well are released and stay updated on Storywell Collective programs and events.

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