Matthew Curran’s thoughts and outlook

Stephen King rocks. The man just keeps putting out creative, horrific, beautiful stories. Sure, he’s messed up in the head — but it takes one to know one. I mean, Cujo was written on drug binges, and he doesn’t even remember writing it. Imagine blacking out and still producing a kick-ass novel. That’s talent, cocaine,…

Famous people. Just people. I don’t even like saying just — it makes something big feel smaller than it is. But here we are. Just people. People with a skill set, a spark, and some connections — whether their own or their family’s. “Nepo baby”? Sure. But that only goes so far unless you think…

1. In the Mood for LoveA beautiful film about a deeply intimate connection that never turns physical. It lingers in your head long after — subtle, layered, and incredibly nuanced. I really love this one. 2. Inside Llewyn DavisIntrospective and haunting. Talent collides with mental health and inner demons. The music doesn’t always hit for…

If I was creating an HR department from the ground up….. -cost of living upgrades if necessary every year (full market adjustment) -bonuses unless absolutely shit performance by individual or company -legit pip’s focused on recovery or rebranding, job shift to meet better needs -no meeting culture unless absolutely necessary -recording allowed with caveats and…