Why the Medium Matters — David Byrne, Revisited

To mark the release of David Byrne’s new book, SLEEPING BEAUTIES, we’re revisiting our conversation with him from the FoST archives. A legendary musician, storyteller, and lead singer of Talking Heads, Byrne reflects on the creation of his immersive theatrical project, Theater of the Mind, the relationship between art and science, and why some ideas demand entirely new forms. He also discusses the value of creative experimentation, getting outside your comfort zone, and how shared experiences can actually change the way we see ourselves and the world.To learn more, visit our website at fost.org. --© 2026 Future of StoryTelling, Corp.Produced by Future of StoryTelling, Corp.124 West 13th StreetNew York, NY 10011Founder and CEO, Charles MelcherDirector, Carolyn MerrimanAssistant Producer, Tsuki Carlsonin collaboration with Charts & LeisureFounder, Jason OberholtzerProducer, Michael SimonelliEditor, Garrett Crowe Mix and Music, Michael SimonelliWith special thanks to David Byrne, Madison Brown, Lor Simpson, David Gray, Bonnie Eldon, and Megan Worman.