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Steven Martini on Storytelling, Collaboration & the Real Work of Creativity | Freddy and Friends


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In this episode of Freddy and Friends, Freddy sits down with actor, writer, musician, and filmmaker Steven Martini for a conversation that’s equal parts creative, grounded, and real.

Steven opens up about his journey from starring in Major Payne to finding his purpose as a storyteller behind the camera. The two talk about what it means to collaborate, the lessons learned from early Hollywood experiences, and how filmmaking becomes a mirror for life. Messy, unpredictable, and deeply human.

Key topics include:

  • Landing his breakout role in Major Payne and navigating early Hollywood

  • Why storytelling works best when it’s shared, not solo

  • The creative freedom (and chaos) of independent filmmaking

  • Lessons from writing, directing, and scoring his new film Bittersweet

  • Finding balance between discipline, art, and enjoying life

  • It’s a fun, open, and inspiring conversation about creativity, collaboration, and building a meaningful body of work.

    Where to Find Steven:

    Instagram/TikTok: @stevenmartini
    Film: Bittersweet - now streaming on Tubi, Prime Video, and Apple TV

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