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For decades, film and TV producer Brian Grazer has scheduled a weekly "curiosity conversation" with an accomplished stranger. From scientists to spies, and adventurers to business leaders, Grazer has met with anyonewilling to answer his questions for a few hours. These informal discussions sparked the creative inspiration behind many of…

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Brian Grazer is the silent figure behind so many popular, award-winning movies. He’s worked on films like Splash, A Beautiful Mind, and Apollo 13 and his films have been nominated for more than 47 Academy Awards.

In this book, he lets you peek behind the curtain at his creative process. Which is essentially that he embraces curiosity in all aspects of his life. When someone intrigues him, he spends time asking them questions to learn more. While the book is focused on his approach, it’s easy to take inspiration from his mindset and seek your own curiosity daily. 

I stumbled upon A Curious Mind while browsing cookbooks in a thrift store. What a find it was! The book shares the story of Hollywood movie producer Brian Grazer (Splash, Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind), and how his endless curiosity served as a true game-changer in his rapid rise to the top of his industry.

While there’s a hint of how-to A Curious Mind, it’s more an inspiring story that keeps you interested and helps you understand the immense power that curiosity can have on your career, your relationships, and your life.

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