Best Untitled Female Driven Podcasts (2025)

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The LA Question: To Move, Or Not To Move? 55:23

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4h ago55:23

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EPISODE 64: UFDP answers a listener's question about what it's really like to live in LA— when should you move here, is the cost of living really that bad, should I get roommates, and more! Plus, the question all Angelenos obsess over— where should I live?! Each neighborhood has its own personality with pros and cons, so if you're thinking about ma…

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11: Amy Yancey - President + CEO UConn Foundation 53:29

1d ago53:29

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In this episode we speak with President and CEO of the UConn Foundation, Amy Yancey - a powerhouse in higher education philanthropy who most recently launched the largest fundraising campaign in UConn’s history: the $1.5 billion Because of UConn initiative that just experienced a $720M raise which exceeded their initial launch goal. Congratulations…

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Pitching For Introverts: Get Out of Your Head and Into the (Writer’s) Room. 26:21

15d ago26:21

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EPISODE 63: Do you have trouble pitching? Are you an introvert and/or plagued by social anxiety when you have to present your ideas in front of people? You are NOT alone. Many of us became writers because we like to be alone in dark (but like, cozy) caves with our typewriters and iced coffees, not surrounded by smart, intimidating other writers, al…

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10: Julie Ingersoll - Chief Investment Officer 46:36

29d ago46:36

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You don’t need an Ivy League degree to rise to the top. You need clarity, courage—and the right kind of leadership. Meet Julie, a powerhouse in private equity real estate. From investment banking analyst to Chief Investment Officer at CBRE Investment Management, she now co-leads a $34B portfolio and a team of 140 professionals. She was recently nam…

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Rage Into The Machine: Channeling Emotions into your Writing 36:45

1M ago36:45

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EPISODE 62. In this episode, UFDP gets REAL! There's a lot to feel big feelings about right now. During fraught times, how can writers channel our anger, grief, overwhelm, and other intense emotions into our storytelling? How can we write about pertinent themes and current events without "getting too political"? Join UFDP as we discuss how to use w…

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She's Baaack: Guest Star Maggie Levin Returns to UFDP! 38:09

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EPISODE 61. UFDP re-interviews writer/ director Maggie Levin (VHS:99, INTO THE DARK: MY VALENTINE) — new WGA Board Member and now on the Board for The Women's List, a script competition accessible to all female-identifying writers—* returns to discuss life post-strike, how her advice for new writers have changed and what she wishes writers new abou…

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09: Neha Ruch Mother Untitled 40:28

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This episode of The Driven Women Project Podcast is not just for mothers—it’s for any woman who has ever questioned society’s definition of success. If you’ve ever felt pressure to conform to someone else’s definition of success, this episode will reframe everything. In this episode, I sit down with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled, a move…

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08: Jen Saarbach Former Wall Street VP, Co-Founder of The Wall Street Skinny 52:27

7M ago52:27

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Jen Saarbach spent nearly a decade rising from Associate to VP on Wall Street starting with Lehman Brothers in 2008, Barclays, and then Morgan Stanley, after which she decided to leave the finance world, only to recently return with a passion for democratizing access to Wall Street for everyone. She co-founded The Wall Street Skinny which is a phen…

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07: Dr. Gail Lebovic – Surgeon, Inventor, Serial Entrepreneur 51:22

8M ago51:22

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I’m excited to share this conversation with you because Dr. Gail Lebovic has an incredibly impressive background in multiple male dominated fields. Most importantly, she has committed her career to improving the delivery of healthcare for patients around the world, especially woman’s health. Internationally recognized for her groundbreaking work as…

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06: Kat Benzova Rock 'n Roll Photographer 1:01:25

1y ago1:01:25

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🌟 Meet Kat Benzova: Rock Photography's Trailblazer! 🎸📸 🌟 From a globe-trotting fashion model to the tour photographer for Guns N’ Roses, Kat Benzova has become one of the world's most sought-after rock photographers. She's worked with legends like AC/DC, Aerosmith, KISS, and many more. With her own philanthropic foundation, Mission 11, Kat's work a…

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You'll Be Hearing From Our Lawyer: Interview w/Entertainment Attorney Jennifer Gray 37:13

1y ago37:13

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EPISODE 60: UFDP interviews fabulous entertainment attorney Jennifer Gray of Hansen Jacobson about what writers' lawyers actually do, why it can take so long for writers to get paid, the truth about copyright law, AI, and more.

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05 Vasanta Pundarika: Investment Banker 56:21

1y ago56:21

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Vasanta works at the intersection of healthcare and finance as an investment banker, and she is most passionate about investing in and advancing behavioral and women’s health. She’s also on the board at Sakhi – For South Asian Women. Sakhi is a New York City-based not-for-profit that represents South Asian survivors of gender-based violence. Vasant…

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Reviving Old Projects: Raising the Dead (Scripts) 33:52

1y ago33:52

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EPISODE 59: UFDP discusses the ways a dead project might suddenly come back to life, and how to reengage with material you haven't thought about in a long time.

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Being on Script: How to Ignore Your Friends and Write Your TV Episode 41:36

1y ago41:36

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EPISODE 58: UFDP unravels the mystery around what "being on script" actually means for staffed TV writers tackling their assigned episode— and whether Hannah and Jess are really too busy to hang out with Erica during that time (the answer may surprise you!).

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04 Dr. Liz Clayborne: Doctor, Inventor, CEO 36:29

1y ago36:29

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BIO of Driven Woman: Dr. Elizabeth Clayborne is an Emergency Physician and the CEO & Co-Founder of NasaClip, a medical device for nosebleeds. She has raised $3.25M in funding as of December 2023 and was awarded a NSF SBIR Phase I grant for $256K to assist with the development of her device. NasaClip launched as the “Band Aid” of nosebleeds in late …

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First Light: Follow-Up Interview w/Liz Kerin, Author/Screenwriter 37:59

1y ago37:59

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EPISODE 57: Author and screenwriter Liz Kerin returns to UFDP with updates and to share the reality of how the development process of turning her Night's Edge duology into a TV series concluded.

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Night's Edge: Interview w/Liz Kerin, Author/TV Writer 45:35

1y ago45:35

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EPISODE 56: Liz Kerin, playwright, screenwriter and author of vampire duology Night's Edge and First Light, told UFDP all about her writing process and the development process of adapting her own novel into a TV series during last year's writers strike.

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03 Dianne Nolan: Head Basketball Coach and Broadcaster 47:32

1+ y ago47:32

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𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱, 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Dianne Nolan, former basketball coach and current broadcaster, shares her compelling journey on our show today. With 43 years in a male-dominated field, Dianne talks about facing initial resistance in sports coaching, transitioning to broadcasting without credent…

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02 Erica D'Eramo: Mechanical Engineer, DEI Professional, & Founder 1:07:15

1+ y ago1:07:15

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"Changing the game from within — sometimes you need to create a new path to shine as a leader." Erica D'Eramo, a trailblazer in the energy sector and champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), joins us on today's episode. Founder of Two Piers Consulting, Erica is a mechanical engineer with two decades of experience in the international ene…

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01 Maureen Pollack: Inventor, Politician, Executive Producer 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

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If Maureen wants to do it, it will get done, and in HER way, no matter who tries to silence or edit her voice. Maureen Pollack, Stamford, CT city council member, inventor, and co-owner of the pleasure brand Lovability, joins us to discuss advocating for oneself and others. She delves into embracing her identity and balancing motherhood with politic…

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00: The Driven Women Project Podcast - Intro Episode 20:04

1+ y ago20:04

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In this episode of The Driven Women Project Podcast, host Erin Smith shares her personal journey and insights into success in male dominated fields. Join us as we explore the following key points: Here are 5 keys you'll glean from this episode: Why I went to work for Bridgewater, why I left, and the one thing that would get me to go back. What to e…

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The Untitled Writer's Panel-Driven Podcast w/ special guest Ben Blacker 38:13

1+ y ago38:13

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It's a crossover episode! This week we interview another legend in the world of TV & screenwriting podcasts, Ben Blacker, creator and host of The Writer's Panel, who also happens to be a prolific writer across numerous genres and mediums, including film, TV, novels, comics, and live theater. With 600 episodes and counting, Ben has interviewed a ple…

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Special Post-Strike Episode 43:31

2y ago43:31

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EP 54: We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to say... WE DID IT! The epic 2023 writers strike is over! Tune in now to hear what UFDP talk about the highs and lows of strike life, what deal points we're most excited about, and what we hope happens next!

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The Exec Perspective: Talking Shop With Special Guest Mina Baban 48:29

2y ago48:29

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EPISODE 53: UFDP sits down with Mina Baban, a television development executive at Fifth Season, formerly Endeavor Content (the studio behind Severance, Nine Perfect Strangers, Tokyo Vice etc). For a peek behind the development curtain, tune in as we pepper Mina with questions ranging from process to pitch.…

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Snack Time: A Writer's Guide To Fueling Your Process 21:59

2y ago21:59

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EPISODE 52. A highly serious and important episode where UFDP discusses their favorite snacks to eat while writing. The answers may surprise you.

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The Writers Strike: The Guild Strikes Back 42:15

2y ago42:15

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EPISODE 51. UFDP gets real honest about life on strike, from the logistics of picketing to the emotional burdens. Striking isn't easy... but it is necessary! Bonus: Hannah makes Erica and Jess cry by sharing a poignant strike-related family moment.

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Writer's Groups: Choose Your Party Wisely 26:57

2y ago26:57

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EPISODE 50: All about writer's groups! This week, the Untitled Females discuss how to start (or join an existing) writers group. How do you find a group of like-minded writers? What makes certain groups work well (or not)? There's no right way to writer's group... but there are a few wrong ways, and we'll get into them! Also, email UntitledFemaleDr…

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Free Work: When Everyone on the Zoom Is Getting Paid Except You 32:25

2+ y ago32:25

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EPISODE 49: Free work is often the bane of a writer's existence. Sometimes it's a necessary evil that holds the promise of genuine opportunity; other times, it's just bullsh*t. In this episode, UFDP breaks down the different types of unpaid work writers are often asked to do, and how to determine whether the free work is worth your free time.…

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New Years Resolutions 2023: Be A Henry 29:35

2+ y ago29:35

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EPISODE 48. UFDP shares their new years resolutions for 2023, along with what's realistic for you to set in your writing/career goals and what 2023 might look like for working writers.

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Rewrite vs. Polish: What’s the difference? 25:43

2+ y ago25:43

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EPISODE 47. UFDP breaks down the definition of a script rewrite and a polish (and how to differentiate between the two), what you should know about contracts, producer expectations, managing your time, and a very special Jabba the Hut impression.

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The 2022 Wrap Up: Which GoT Characters Are We? 27:29

2+ y ago27:29

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EPISODE 46. UFDP discusses their highlights and low points of 2022, what to expect in terms of a potential strike, what they're looking forward to in 2023! Happy holidays to all!

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The First 10 Pages: Woo Your Weaders, We Mean Readers 29:51

2+ y ago29:51

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EPISODE 45. UFDP goes over what belongs in the first 10 pages of your script and what doesn't, and of course how to wow your readers so they keep on reading!

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Pitching an OWA, Pt 2: The Great Hollywood Bake-Off Continues 21:55

2+ y ago21:55

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EPISODE 44. UFDP continues exploring a bake-off for Three Little Pigs...In Space! Screenwriters Jess and Hannah duke it out as they go through their story milestones for Exec-For-A-Day Erica as she evaluates takes and sips Grand Marnier on ice. Who will Erica choose to move forward in this imaginary development process? Stay tuned to find out!…

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Pitching An OWA, Pt 1: The Great Hollywood Bake-Off 28:57

2+ y ago28:57

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EPISODE 43. UFDP dives into what pitching in a multiple writer "bake-off" situation actually looks like. Screenwriters Jess and Hannah pitch (evil?) Exec Erica on a surprising OWA (Open Writing Assignment): THREE LITTLE PIGS... IN SPACE! Who gets the job? Find out next time in Part 2!

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Partnering with a Showrunner: Interview w/ Lindsay Calhoon Bring (PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: ORIGINAL SIN) 46:57

3y ago46:57

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EPISODE 42: This week we interview VERY SPECIAL GUEST and longtime UFDP friend Lindsay Calhoon Bring, co-creator of HBO Max's original series PRETTY LITTLE LIARS: ORIGINAL SIN, about partnering with superstar producer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and what it was like being a first-time showrunner. Don't miss today's episode as Lindsay tells us her incred…

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Adaptation Pt 2: This Is How We Do It 28:44

3y ago28:44

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EPISODE 41: Hey, guess what? All three UFDP hosts are currently adapting projects in different ways! Listen in to hear exactly how, creatively speaking, UFDP turns books into pitches and scripts.

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Adaptation: Making Things Out Of Other Things 24:23

3y ago24:23

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EPISODE 40: UFDP discusses how and when you might be able to adapt literary materials into screenplays, pilots, or pitches. Where do you find the best source material? How do you know it should be a movie or TV show, and if so, which? Tune in to learn more about this process!

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Choosing the next project: Which script should you write next?! 25:01

3y ago25:01

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EPISODE 39: You have some free time on your hands (or you don't, but you know you need a new sample!) You have a bunch of ideas (or you don't, but you're really dying to write something new!) How do you decide what script to write next? UFDP are here to help you decide which of your potential upcoming writing projects you should devote your preciou…

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Professional Jealousy: How To Cope 27:47

3y ago27:47

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Episode 38: We've all felt it. The green-eyed monster inside of us that roars when our friends, colleagues, or nemeses gets an assignment, job, or win that we wanted...and learning how to tame our envy in the highly competitive world of screenwriting is essential to our success and mental well being. Listen in as we engage in a free-wheeling, sligh…

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Partnering With Producers: Matchmaking 101 28:50

3y ago28:50

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EPISODE 37. UFDP dives into the process of partnering with producers on your own projects. How do you find a producer? What should you look for in a great partner? What are some red flags to avoid? Find out more by listening in!

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The Untitled Children of Tendu-Driven Podcast: Crossover Episode w/ VERY special guests Jose Molina and Javier Grillo-Marxuach 47:12

3y ago47:12

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EPISODE 36: You won’t want to miss this one! This week, our brothers in industry podcasting, Javi and Jose - aka the Children of Tendu - dispense incredible advice on how to survive and thrive in the wild world of TV writing. Javier Grillo-Marxuach (Emmy Award-winning writer/producer on "Lost" and creator of "The Middleman") and Jose Molina (writer…

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A Day in the Life of a TV Director: Interview w/ Special Guest America Young 34:44

3+ y ago34:44

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EPISODE 35. UFDP interviews director America Young (Legacies, Kung Fu, Blindspot) about her career, which includes everything from being a stuntwoman (yep, you read that right... she's a badass), to acting, to directing features and TV episodes. We also chat with America about collaborating with writers, her creative process, and who really deserve…

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A Day In The Life Of A Studio Executive w/Special Guest Star Julia Turner (WBTV) 35:20

3+ y ago35:20

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EPISODE 34. UFDP interviews Julia Turner (Director of Current Programming, Warner Bros) about how she got her first industry job, what a Current Programming exec actually does, how writers can ace their meetings with her and other execs, and how the heck she knows Hannah so well.

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TV Fellowships, Pt 3: But Like What IS It? 25:07

3+ y ago25:07

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EPISODE 33: UFDP fellowship graduates Hannah (WB) and Jess (CBS) go behind the curtain on what doing a TV fellowship is actually like: the day-to-day, the lessons learned, people met, and of course the effect their fellowships have had on their careers.

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TV Fellowships, Pt. 2: All About Essays 22:07

3+ y ago22:07

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EP 32: UFDP fellowship graduates Hannah (WB) and Jess (CBS) go in-depth on the misc. materials needed to apply for TV writing fellowships - essays, statements of interest, Q & A's - and, more importantly, how to make your stories and prose stand out from the pile.

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TV Fellowships, Pt 1: Apply Yourself 26:45

3+ y ago26:45

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EP 31: UFDP fellowship graduates Hannah (WB) and Jess (CBS) give us the down-low on why and how to apply to the TV writing fellowship programs. RESOURCES Fellowship and Program List 2022 (UPDATE IN PROGRESS): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WJ7VHqvLYWH2TsBC5M0rlL3kWkvYjO8B875QVruppoI/edit#gid=0 WGA Fellowships & Writing Programs List: https…

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2021: The Best, The Worst and What’s Next 22:45

3+ y ago22:45

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EP 30: Happy new year, ya filthy animals! (We know, that's not how it goes...) In this special final episode of 2021, UFDP reflect on their professional and personal bests and worsts of 2021 - the successes, the rejections; what they celebrated, what they learned; and their goals for the next year in writing.…

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Red Flags: How to Avoid the Stapler 28:14

3+ y ago28:14

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EPISODE 29: RED FLAGS. This episode is all about what to consider when you're considering (taking a job). UFDP discusses how to prepare for a job interview, whether it be entry-level or a staffing gig; questions to ask, what to watch out for, and yellow and red flags we've seen in our careers (sometimes too late).…

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Jargon, Pt. 2: The Jargon Strikes Back 22:25

3+ y ago22:25

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EPISODE 28: UFDP delves back into all the weird terms writers and other industry folks use. Listen in to learn which of these terms are real and which are fake: Freewrite, Emo Journey, Amuse Bouche.

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Jargon: What We Say In The Shadows 28:47

3+ y ago28:47

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EPISODE 27: Around the Horn. Four Quadrants. Sophie's Choice. These are just a few examples of shorthand phrases thrown around in Writer's Rooms when breaking story. In this episode, we discuss what they mean along with a lot more jargon used by writers (and execs, producers, and other industry people). Listen in to learn the lingo of professional …