A Curious Mind

The Secret to a Bigger Life

By: Brian Grazer, Charles Fishman, Brian Grazer - introduction

Narrated by: Norbert Leo Butz

Length: 5 hrs and 40 mins

Publisher's summary

2016 Audie Award Finalist for Business/Personal Development

From Academy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer and acclaimed business journalist Charles Fishman comes a brilliantly entertaining peek into the weekly "curiosity conversations" that have inspired Grazer to create some of America's favorite and iconic movies and television shows - from 24 to A Beautiful Mind.

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 anyone willing to answer his questions for a few hours. These informal discussions sparked the creative inspiration behind many of Grazer's movies and TV shows, including Splash, 24, A Beautiful Mind, Apollo 13, Arrested Development, 8 Mile, J. Edgar, and many others.

A Curious Mind is a brilliantly entertaining, fascinating, and inspiring homage to the power of inquisitiveness and the ways in which it deepens and improves us. Whether you're looking to improve your management style at work or you want to become a better romantic partner, this audiobook - and its lessons on the power of curiosity - can change your life.

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©2015 Brian Grazer (P)2015 Simon & Schuster

excellent book

excellent book on what I note realize is one of the most underrated, under talked about virtues there is: curiosity

Enjoyed it but...

I enjoyed the book but would have preferred the book was written in the style he did the bonus material...going into the specifics of each conversation. Overall a good addition to my library.

Thoroughly enjoyed this book.

Great personal stories from a smart and talented person who shares his wonderful curiosity meeting with an amazing storytellers point of view.

I would suggest this book to anyone who would like to expand their horizons with stories from one of the founders of Imagine Entertainment.

Wow, great book

This is a great and inspiring story, and great narration too. Totally recommended. Surely I will listen this book again.

Oh the possibilities I now see

I absolutely loved this book. It was recommended to me by my professor. So awesome!

Excellent Narration! Great insights.

What did you love best about A Curious Mind?

Good to listen to, thanks to the excellent narration. Well worth the time. What really impressed me was the narration given it was not the author reading the book. I typically only get books read by authors since they seem to know where to place the emphasis ect given how deeply they understand the book and or subject matter. Norbert did a fantastic job of faithfully delivering this great book that Brian Grazer and Charles Fisherman wrote.

The book made me realize how intensely curious I am and how it something to feel confident and good about. Brian had many great messages, the one regarding his management style I thought was great. He clearly must be a great listener and yet made no mention of that skill which is a shame since that skill would be critical in satisfying his curiosity.

Would you recommend A Curious Mind to your friends? Why or why not?

Absolutely, Brian shines a flood light on curiosity, a key principle to learning and existence that I have not seen examined in so much depth.

What about Norbert Leo Butz’s performance did you like?

Outstanding and best I have heard, Norbert was all over the content of the book and delivered it perfectly. I would be surprised if Brian or Charles could have done a better job. I typically don't buy Audible books that are not narrated by the author.

What insight do you think you’ll apply from A Curious Mind?

Celebrate your curiosity.

Curiosity is a great management tool, I don't like people who have big egos or beat their chests or show their insecurities in countless other ways. Brian's management style of asking questions is one that I will consciously adopt. It's subtle and incredibly powerful (if your intentions are right).

Any additional comments?

I felt the word curious was a little overused but then again, given the title of the book I should maybe realign my expectations ;-)

Good listen! Wanted more!

The book was great, Brian has some really interesting stories and a great perspective on curiosity. Though I would have liked to hear even more specific stories of his conversations, I got the feeling that there was much more to the conversations he did talk about, and more conversations he had, and didn't mention.

Great Listen, awesome narrator

I thoroughly enjoyed this. The content was great and I felt the narrator was the perfect match bringing this even more life.

Fascinatingly

Very interesting book on the mindset of curiosity. Amazing insights from Brian Grazer that anyone can apply to their life. Loved it and didn't want it to end.

curiosity as the linchpin too true connection

This fascinating book elevates the trait of curiosity to one of the highest human values.

Not only are the stories interesting because we know so many of the famous names, but the way the author delves into the connection-making aspect of curiosity will inspire readers to make more and better use of it in their own lives.