A podcast about the first-draft secrets behind great movies and TV shows. Each episode, the screenwriter behind a beloved film shares with us their initial screenplay for that movie. We then talk through what changed, what didn’t and why on its journey to the big screen. Hosted by Al Horner and produced by Kamil Dymek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Script Writing Podcasts
ON THE PAGE: Join professional script consultant Pilar Alessandra as she demystifies screenwriting and answers your questions about script craft and story.
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Subtext is a book club podcast for readers interested in what the greatest works of the human imagination say about life’s big questions. Each episode, philosopher Wes Alwan and poet Erin O’Luanaigh conduct a close reading of a text or film and co-write an audio essay about it in real time. It’s literary analysis, but in the best sense: we try not overly stuffy and pedantic, but rather focus on unearthing what’s most compelling about great books and movies, and how it is they can touch our l ...
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The CineNation Podcast analyzes the histories and tropes of film genres and why we love them.
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Welcome to the Curious about Screenwriting Podcast where you'll enjoy listening to fascinating film industry guests who share their insights on how you can take your screenwriting career to the next level.
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THE WRITERS HANGOUT, a podcast that celebrates the many stages of writing from inspiration to the first draft, revising, getting a project made and everything in-between. We’ll talk to the best and brightest in the entertainment industry and create a space where you can hang out, learn from the pros and have fun.
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The Selling Your Screenplay Podcast helps serious screenwriters sell their screenplays. We offer practical advice about how to market your script and get it into the hands of agents, managers, producers, and directors who can get your screenplay produced.
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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to write stories their readers will love. Each week literary editors, Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill, use films to explain how to craft a story that hooks the reader on page one and holds their attention all the way to the end. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you're a writer who loves to write, this podcast is for you! "The only thing that matters, and ...
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This is the Official Podcas for "Hilliard Guess' SCREENWRITERS' RANT ROOM!" Our host is Hilliard Guess, a WGAw writer, director, TV/Film producer and most recently, the former Director of Development at Blue Monday Prods (now executive producer of Amazon's upcoming CROSS: AFTER HOURS series). Hilliard does one-on-one interviews with guests or rotating co-hosts stop by to drop industry bombs in this unfiltered, hilarious podcast series that delivers nuthin’ but REAL TALK… from REAL working wr ...
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Join J.D. Myall from Writer's Digest and Drexel University on 'Craft Chat Chronicles' for interviews with New York Times best-selling authors. Delve into the art of writing, uncover insights and tips on crafting bestsellers, as well as effective publishing and book marketing. Perfect for aspiring and seasoned writers, and students alike, this podcast combines creative writing expertise with real-world publishing experience. Tune in for transformative literary guidance.
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Jeff Goldsmith interviews screenwriters and filmmakers alike about their creative process!
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Join Chris & Paris every other Tuesday to discover if you really can judge a book by its hideous cover, bad title, or weird synopsis. Support TBC on Patreon
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Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, directing and selling Christmas movies.
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The QuackCast features Ozoneocean, Banes, Tantz Aerine, and Pitface, talking about writing, movies, webcomics, art, politics, philosophy, sexuality, and everything else! We're the hosts of the oldest webcomic host on the net, Drunkduck.com, aka theduckwebcomics. 20 years this year!
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Comedian Ryan Hole and friends discuss their journeys in the industry. From writing a good joke to overcoming stage fright. From anxiety to cadence and delivery. There's definitely going to be some other stuff in there too. It's probably going to be a little unhinged at times. Maybe more often than not. There's a pretty good chance actually.
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New episodes every Friday! On Page One - The Writer's Podcast, we talk to writers of all descriptions (authors, screenwriters, comic writers and more) about their writing process and how they craft their next great works. We also explore their career, including how their first big break happened, and discuss the ups and downs along the way. We learn something new every episode, and we hope you do as well. Page One is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. ...
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The Bulletproof Screenwriting Podcast shows you how to make your screenplays bulletproof. Weekly interviews with Oscar® and Emmy® award winning screenwriters, story specialists, best-selling authors, Hollywood agents and managers, and industry insiders. We cover every aspect of the screenwriting process. This is the screenwriting podcast for the rest of us. No fluff. No BS. Just straight talk that will help you on your screenwriting journey. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning ...
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The free writing resource website created for writers, by writers.
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Backstory Magazine publisher and host Jeff Goldsmith interviews writers, directors and actors about their latest films.
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Imagine reading your favorite steamy romance novel... with your mom reading over your shoulder. Ellen and her mom set out to do just that with this book club and they want you to join in. It's fun, it's swoony, and it's awkward. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @notyourmomsrom Facebook: fb.me/notyourmomsromancebookclub Podcast: notyourmomsrom.buzzsprout.com Not Your Mom's Romance Book Club is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to su ...
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Before The Tone is a science fiction horror podcast produced by Knave Of Hearts. We follow Mack, a woman who has just gotten a job as a CCTV operator at the increasingly-suspicious Atlas Consulting. It takes the format of voicemails from Mack to her sister, Daria, who never seems to answer her calls. The horror tends towards the psychological as Mack is stalked and reality becomes a little less solid where Atlas is concerned. The science fiction is focused on time and how its fabric can be m ...
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Each month, a group of screenwriters get together for a deep-dive, analytical discussion of a produced screenplay. This focuses on good screenwriting craft, whether that’s an evocative line of description, a story beat that effectively reveals character or a theme that resonates throughout the script. Script Club meetings are held online and are also streamed live on CenterFrame’s video channel, with a trimmed down version additionally posted after the event. All screenwriters in the CenterF ...
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Your favorite musicians, filmmakers, and other creative minds one-on-one. No moderator, no script, no typical questions. The Talkhouse Podcast offers unique insights into creative work from all genres and generations. Explore more illuminating shows on the Talkhouse Podcast Network.
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a podcast about writing a screenplay. exploring the ideas as they come, detailing the process and every little thing that connects to it. support the show at https://www.patreon.com/lemmingdrops
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Writing Your Resilience: Building Resilience, Embracing Trauma and Healing Through Writing
Lisa Cooper Ellison
The Writing Your Resilience Podcast is for anyone who wants to use the writing process to flip the script on the stories they’ve been telling themselves, because when we tell better stories about ourselves, we live better lives. Every Thursday, host Lisa Cooper Ellison, an author, speaker, trauma-informed writing coach, and trauma survivor diagnosed with complex PTSD, interviews writers of tough, true stories, people who've developed incredible grit, and professionals in the field of psychol ...
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Life doesn't have a script. At least, it doesn't have to. Hosts Katy Sewall and Tiffany Parks explore the challenges and joys of moving abroad and moving home. Whether you’re living overseas, or not — or not yet — join us weekly for unadulterated conversation. Get to know Rome. Laugh at our embarrassments and insights. Most of all, imagine the possibilities for your own life (and meet some famous authors along the way).
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Welcome to Script Happens, a bi-weekly podcast brought to you by the Writers Guild of South Africa and hosted by Bongi Ndaba, the award-winning writer, director, and producer. In this series, we explore the lighter side of performance writing, offering a mix of humorous and insightful stories from both veteran writers and emerging talents. Tune in for candid conversations, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a fresh perspective on the art of scriptwriting. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just ...
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We are Tim Clague and Danny Stack, writers from Nelson Nutmeg Pictures ltd. We talk about the UK scriptwriting scene - film, TV and new media. Get our book here - http://www.tinyurl.com/UKscripthandbook
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Writers Max and Nick Folkman sit down with other writers and developers to discuss storytelling in video games.
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Writing Tips, Truths & Lessons Learned, From Top Writers’ Unproduced Work. Novelists, screenwriters, authors, playwrights, journalists, writer-performers, columnists, poets… Every writer has a virtual bottom drawer where they keep the bits of writing they never finished, had rejected or can’t quite find a home for – the unfinished novel, the cut scene, the rejected script, sometimes even the childhood essay… In each episode of The Offcuts Drawer actors perform these pieces and the writer tal ...
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Hannahpocalypse is the fourth wall breaking hopepunk comedy/horror audio drama that follows the last zombie, Hannah, who's ‘living’ her best unlife over 150 years after the zombie apocalypse has come and gone. All the while Cali, a scout from a thriving settlement looks to make a mark on the world but is coming up bust. Destined to collide, zombie and human will be forced into an unlikely friendship amid a wasteland full of killer robots left over from the ‘bad old days’. It’s a story of lov ...
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Hey y'all! I'm Trish - an obnoxiously curious journalist with a passion for all things food and wine. As a long-time, former TV news anchor, I've been telling stories and asking questions for nearly two decades. Now, I'm bringing you long-form, intimate interviews and fun conversations with interesting people involved in the culinary, wine, and epicurean world. Hear unedited stories about growing up, life lessons, love, hardships, butt clench moments, successes and of course, food. You'll he ...
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Jack and Harrison break down the scripts of Hollywood that were never made or drastically changed.
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Learn how to write for the most exciting art form around--television. This podcast is produced by a veteran television writer and college professor, and you'll love the entertaining way this information is presented.
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The Last Website On Storytelling You'll Ever Need
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On Script-Promptu we randomly pick creative prompts, like genre, character, prop, and setting, to improvise unique film and television script concepts. Join us every other week on whatever podcast provider you prefer. Chad, Paul, and Sam met at film school over 10 years ago. We have continued to collaborate throughout the years, and this is just our latest creative endeavor. These are the scripts we’ve always wanted to write but didn’t know it yet.
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Script Shop
Highlighting screenwriters and giving producers insight into great, new work. Screenwriting Podcast | Script-writing | Scripts | Producing
We believe all writers have a true human connection to their work. We highlight this connection by featuring a different screenplay and talking shop with its screenwriter each week. - Discover the human nature beneath the script - Follow clear storylines, beat breakdowns, and theme inspirations - Brainstorm possible plans for production - Bring screenwriters and film producers together - Have a great time! - Talk shop with us at ScriptShopShow.com
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Traditionally Self-Published is the podcast tailored for indie authors who want to learn how to self-publish using the strategies, tips, and tricks like traditionally published authors. Hosted by author Mica Merrill Rice, each episode features real talk with industry professionals (editors, cover artists, narrators, etc.) and actual indie authors who are flipping the script and publishing on their own terms. Whether you are plotting your first or publishing your fifth, here you will learn ho ...
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Chasing Comedy features professional comedians Brian Scott McFadden and Dustin Chafin as they dive deep into the chaotic world of comedy and the craft of Standup, exploring the nuances of joke writing, the unpredictable nature of live performance, and try to humorously make sense of the world while working out, or failing at crafting, that next great joke. With plenty of laughs and candid moments, join them as they tackle a lively exploration of the art of chasing comedy in a world filled wi ...
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A podcast which aims to explore and demystify some of the terminology and techniques involved in script writing. This is a show for anyone who is writing or thinking about writing for TV, film, theatre or audio. Hosted by comedy writer and script editor unextraordinaire, Robin Taylor. https://twitter.com/writing_pod
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Produced by the Calgary Society of Independent Filmmakers’ Script Club. Members write a script, cast the actors, and then record their performance.
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Comedians Ryan Hole and Zach Sterling discuss retro games, Dragon Ball, and the Mandela Effect. #rtsd #roadtostardumb #ryanhole #zachsterling #playstation #dragonball If you enjoy our content, please subscribe and give us a like. It helps more than you know! Also consider helping us out here; https://www.buzzsprout.com/2413834/support Show dates av…
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Episode 597: Think Better, Live More (with Therese Huston)
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49:18We all think we know what wil make your brain sharper, faster, and more agile. But what does the neuroscience actually say on the subject? There's no one better to answer that question that Therese Huston, cognitive scientist, and author of Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science. And today we are lucky to sit down with Theres…
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Season 2 Episode 6: Launching Your Author Podcast: Tips from the Afronauts Podcast Team
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54:52Send us a text What if the loss of a dear friend could spark a new beginning that transforms the literary landscape for Black authors? Join us in this heartfelt episode as we welcome Beatrice Winifred Eicher, Chelsea Gayden, and Jill Tu, the dynamic team behind the Afro Knots podcast, which began as a tribute to their late friend KL Bird and flouri…
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In space, no one can hear you scream. On Earth, however, around 9pm for the last seven or eight Tuesdays, you may well hear some shrieks of terror, emanating from nearby apartment windows – all thanks to one of the boldest and blood-soaked sci-fi shows to grace the small screen in recent memory. Alien: Earth is the new show from our guest today, No…
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38: Heartfelt Christmas Screenwriting - Director's Tips
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23:19Unlock the secrets to memorable Christmas TV scripts. Director Heather Hawthorn Doyle shares why cozy visuals—like gestures and silence—speak louder than dialogue, and how emotional arcs and budget-friendly writing help your holiday screenplay stand out. For an action checklist, the show notes and the transcript - go here: Podcast:https://christmas…
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955. Writing a Movie While Staffed in the Room
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37:33Rae Benjamin (The Witcher, Sirens of the Deep) says she’s “inspired by stories and characters” and isn’t afraid to explore any medium to get there.
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The Bittersweet Past: When a Comedian Moves Abroad (with Marsha De Salvatore)
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50:26Comedian Marsha De Salvatore brings humor to a discussion on living abroad with a serious blood disease in this interview from our archives. We also touch on socialized health care systems, modern day dating, comedy and the differences between American and Italian women. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ year…
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BPS 438: Why Your Script Still Isn’t Getting Read; And What to Do About It with Whitney Davis
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49:11In this episode, Whitney Davis, a seasoned literary manager and script consultant, breaks down the real-deal process of getting noticed in Hollywood—from landing a manager to crafting query letters that don’t suck. Sharing her own unconventional path into the industry, Whitney offers raw, practical advice for screenwriters and indie filmmakers on h…
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"Sometimes I think I have felt everything I'm ever gonna feel." For Episode 376, Brandon and David are joined by Paige again to close out CineNation's series on Hard Sci-Fi movies. Listen as they discuss Spike Jonze's inspiration from the film, why it was a big career change for him, the wild story of how Scarlett Johansson was cast in the film, ho…
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On this week’s Talkhouse Podcast we’ve got a pair of singer-songwriters who came up in the social media age, and who, as you’ll hear, have leaned on each other for support as their careers have taken off. It’s Girl in Red and Gigi Perez. Girl in Red is the name under which Norwegian singer Marie Ullven started making intimate, sometimes sad bedroom…
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Write the Story That Sets You Free: A Behind-the-Scenes Pivot Toward Soul Alignment
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45:01Send us a text Have you ever wondered if what you’re doing is truly aligned with your soul’s purpose? Or maybe you’ve had that nagging feeling that something’s off—that you’re not quite on the right track. How do you know when it’s time to stay the course, and when it’s time to pivot so you can do more of what you love and let go of what no longer …
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Finding Your True Writing Voice | Stop Writing for the Audience, Start Writing for YOURSELF
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9:35Every writer needs to find their true voice, that unique perspective that makes their work authentic and unforgettable. We dive into what “voice” really means and how to write from a place of honesty.By Craig James
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Stacey Gibson on marrying the chef, her Sommelier journey, and (Portland's) Parallel
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1:11:31A fun breath of fresh air, Sommelier and co-owner of Parallel Food & Drink in Portland, Oregon, Stacey Gibson chats with Trish about her adventures in wine and food. She grew up in Connecticut, went to college in Boston and then studied abroad in Tuscany - where a lot of this love of food and wine started. A desire for politics led her to Washingto…
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Our Best Advice: villain's monologue + turning points
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28:39We've come to the end of another season and that means it's time for our best advice about the villain's monologue (what it is, and why it's essential you have one in your story) and turning points (those unexpected events that create opportunities for you to reveal character). -V. Get The Fundamentals of Storytelling today! Go to storynerd.ca/cour…
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Sometimes we get tiny questions from listeners. They are fun topics to talk about but not large enough for an entire episode. On our latest bonus episode, we tackle several of these little quandaries. This is just a sneak peek of a much longer bonus episode, available exclusively to our generous Patreon supporters. Want to hear more? Become part of…
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From Blank Page to Breakthroughs: Lessons from a Writing Coach
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28:57“As long as we are making progress everyday toward that goal, we will get through the imposter syndrome…” - Edy Hackett In this episode, I sit down with Edy Hackett, an author and seasoned writing coach, to talk about what it really takes to keep going and build a solid habit that you can commit to for the long term. We discussed: The essentials of…
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Confidence is key! Confidence can make very attractive protagonists and villains and it can make almost any character sexy because confidence is compelling. Main characters and villains never have to be confident, but if you want your audience to be drawn to them it's a great technique. To make a sexy, compelling character confidence works was bett…
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After Dinner Conversation Magazine: Sample Issue - Episode 227
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1:23:02This week, Paris discusses her experience reading the sample issue of a magazine called After Dinner Conversation from the non-profit philosophy and ethics short fiction publisher of the same name. They DM’ed us on Twitter saying they wanted us to try their free sample issue, so we actually took them up on this offer because we’ve never reviewed a …
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Adventures in Publishing-Land: AI Settlement in Trouble, Cosy Crime Debate & Publishing Gimmicks
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52:03Watch as a full video on YouTube On this week's episode we share some exciting awards news involving Tariq and Marco (both winners at the recent Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival!), Nadine reveals a new cover (check her instagram to see it!), plus we discuss the latest in the Anthropic settlement, wonder about whether cosy crime is a reductive…
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Comedians Ryan Hole, Zach Sterling, and Kyle Battin discuss internet trolls, graphic design, and Charlie Kirk. #rtsd #roadtostardumb #ryanhole #zachsterling #kylebattin #charliekirk If you enjoy our content, please subscribe and give us a like. It helps more than you know! Also consider helping us out here; https://www.buzzsprout.com/2413834/suppor…
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Freedom and Authority in Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People” (Part 2)
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50:43In Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People,” two conceptions of communal health do battle. Dr. Stockmann’s is progressive, focused as it is on the vitality of the young, their new ideas, and the possibility of growth into a better future, even if that means encroaching on the powers that be. His brother’s is conservative, focused on the use of authority an…
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Episode 596: Running to Somewhere vs Running Away
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26:22Our interview last week with brand-new expat Jennie Spohr brought up lots of thoughts and ideas on our part, so we've decided to weigh in together on this follow-up episode. What struck us most was the idea of running AWAY from somewhere as opposed to running TO somewhere? ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our third annual…
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Ellen and Mom discuss the carriage rides, castles, and cleaning in Hardly a Gentleman by Eloisa James. Plus, Disneyland and a vagina monologue! Come hang out with us! Twitter/Instagram: @notyourmomsrom Facebook Group: Not Your Mom's Facebook Group Email: [email protected] Not Your Mom's Romance Book Club is part of the Frolic Pod…
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Patricia Resnick On Writing “9 to 5,” Working With Cher, And Writing For Mad Men
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1:14:49We have a fantastic episode for you. My guest is screenwriter, producer, and standup comedian Patricia Resnick, best known as the writer of the iconic film “9 to 5” and the author of the book for “9 to 5: the Musical.” Patricia Resnick was also involved in writing and producing on TV’s “Mad Men” and “Better Things,” among many other projects. Write…
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Christopher Douglas - Comedy Writer & Actor
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54:44The writer & voice of BBC Radio 4's Ed Reardon shares the comedy scripts that missed the mark, got rejected by the commissioners or still remain unfinished. CAST: Nigel Pilkington, Chris Kent, Jake Yapp, Helen Goldwyn, Beth Chalmers, Emma Clarke Christopher Douglas is a British writer and performer, best known for co-writing and voicing Ed Reardon’…
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Sorry Baby is a movie that makes no apologies. No apologies for how moved you’ll be by its depiction of a character (and her cat) working through their trauma in a wintry Massachusetts town. No apologies how for much you’ll laugh in a film that for all extents and purposes is a tale of sexual assault. And no apologies for how ambitious it is – play…
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What happens when fire breaks out on the first day of your film shoot? Writer/director John W. Kim talks about that and other challenges that went into the writing, directing and producing of his independent film Reunion (currently in post-production).
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The Bittersweet Past: Are Expats Running away from Life? (with John Wynn)
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25:46A common stereotype is that expats are maladjusted and running away from real life. But is it really true? In this episode from our archives, Katy Sewall sits down with psychiatrist, author and former expat John Wynn to discuss this interesting topic. Later, Tiffany shares her own story. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an im…
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Page One Presents... The Conversation with Nadine Matheson feat. M.W. Craven
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1:22:16We are taking a short break, but don't despair, we will be back with some exciting new episodes soon! In the meantime, enjoy this chat that our STET Podcasts colleague Nadine Matheson had with MW Craven! Adventures in Publishing-land on Apple Podcasts Adventures in Publishing-land in Spotify Adventures in Publishing-land on YouTube Support us on Pa…
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BPS 437: No Budget, All Hustle: The Filmmaking Grind of Staci Layne Wilson
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43:32In this colorful and deeply personal episode, Staci Layne Wilson shares her remarkable journey from a childhood surrounded by Hollywood legends and horseback riding to becoming an award-winning filmmaker and bestselling author. Born and raised in Los Angeles to a famed musician father (Don Wilson of The Ventures) and a glamorous pin-up model mother…
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"You are dead center of the greatest scientific event in the history of man." For Episode 375, Brandon and David are joined by Paige Klaniecki to discuss Alex Garland's Ex Machina for CineNation's Hard Sci-Fi series. Paige is a screenwriter, podcaster, and voice actress based in Los Angeles, and she serves as a co-writer and associate producer on t…
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Mac McCaughan (Superchunk) with Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats)
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48:11Today’s Talkhouse Podcast features a pair of guys who’ve been making records for a long time and still manage to keep things not just interesting, but awesome: Mac McCaughan and Eric Johnson. Mac is the co-founder of legendary indie label Merge Records as well as the singer and guitarist for the band Superchunk, which has been making great, great r…
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The Secret to Writing Your Best Work: Rest
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27:07Send us a text This week, we’re talking about something our culture often dismisses but your writing life desperately needs: rest. In this episode, I’ll share why rest matters, how you can create more of it—even when life feels full—and the surprising lessons I learned during my own summer break. Grab your pen and notebook and get ready to explore …
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I think BLACK BAG misses the mark but it's one of Melanie's favourites. So what happens when we disagree on whether, from a craft perspective, a story is working or not? Well, you'll have to tune in to this week's episode to find out. One thing I'll say is that this might be a film that is meant for super fans of the spy genre (i.e., Melanie) becau…
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Bittersweet Moment #229: Back to School, Italian Style
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30:18After a seeminly endless summer (nearly 3 and a half months!), Aurelio is finally back to school this week! In this informative mini-episode, Tiffany lays out all the ways Italian school—and elementary school in particular—is different from American school, from the early introduction of cursive to summer homework, to the ubiquitous grembuile (scho…
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Mortality is a heavy, heavy subject. It was brought up in the forums a while ago so we're chatting about it now. We talk about death in popculture, how we treat death in our comics and our growing awareness of mortality as adults. You become increasingly aware of mortality as you age, mainly because you witness more and more of it in action; pets, …
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Improve Your Writing by Reading, Take 10 with Craig
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5:15Take advantage of ISA's free screenplay library to improve your own craft.By Craig James
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Where do we go and what happens next after the dust at long last settles on an experience that sent tremors through a community? That’s the question pondered in the final moments of Adolescence, the recent smash hit Netflix drama, which last night swept the 2025 Emmys. It’s also, in part, the question at the heart of our conversation today with the…
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