Tue, 20 March 2018
Writer/director Sally Potter, whose credits include Orlando, Yes and Rage talks about her experiences as an independent filmmaker, her writing process and her new film, The Party In Potter’s new dark comedy, Janet (Kristin Scott Thomas) is hosting an intimate gathering of friends in her London home to celebrate her political ascension, when her husband suddenly makes explosive revelations. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 12 March 2018
The 15:17 to Paris screenwriter, Dorothy Blyskal recently chatted with us about her start as a web series character blogger, going back to school at UCLA Extension's Writers Program while climbing the corporate ladder and how she left the security of her weekly paycheck to eventually adapting the screenplay for Clint Eastwood. The true story is about three Americans who discover a terrorist plot aboard a train while in France, based on the book The 15:17 to Paris: The True Story of a Terrorist, a Train and Three American Heroes by Spencer Stone, Alex Skarlatos and Anthony Sadler. You can see The 15:17 to Paris in theaters nationwide.
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Thu, 22 February 2018
Adam Novak is Head of Story at William Morris/Endeavor in addition to being a novelist. His latest book, Freaks of the Industry, explores the angels and demons of Hollywood. Novak chatted with us about his start as a Reader, becoming the Head of Story at WME and the incredible story of his novel going straight to print, without notes. You can find Freaks of the Industry at www.booksoup.com Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 5 February 2018
Howard A. Rodman, past President of the Writers Guild, West comes from a family of writers and entertainers; his father was a screenwriter, his mother a script coordinator and his step-mother a soap actress. In this interview, he takes us through his early years as a novelist, transitioning to screenwriting and ultimately becoming a champion for the screenwriting community, from educating inmates of MARCY to the students of University of Southern California and the Sundance Institute. Final Draft is proud to induct Howard A. Rodman into our Hall of Fame on February 8, 2018 at Paramount Studios, Hollywood. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 10 January 2018
Stephen Chbosky is the writer/director of Wonder, based on the New York Times best-selling novel about a 10-year-old boy with facial deformities who has to confront the challenges of attending a mainstream school, starring Julia Roberts and Jacob Tremblay. Chbosky shares the fatherly advice that inspired him to write for film, how taking eight months off to focus on family elevated his script for Beauty and the Beast, and four steps to uncover your best ideas (The Chbosky Method). Wonder is playing in theaters nationwide! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 4 January 2018
Screenwriter, Vanessa Taylor recently chatted with us about her latest project, The Shape of Water, which she co-wrote with Guillermo del Toro. Taylor takes us inside the process of how the two collaborated on the acclaimed film. Vanessa also discusses following in her mother's footsteps as a writer, the advice she wishes she had taken and her experience in writers rooms, such as Game of Thrones and Alias. Shape of Water is now playing in theaters, nationwide. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 22 December 2017
Scott Neustadter of The Disaster Artist at the Cat & Fiddle Neustadter shared stories from his career, discussed how he and co-writer Michael Weber developed the screenplay for the film and answered questions from the audience. Be sure to follow us on Twitter where we will announce our next panel in Spring of 2018! @finaldraftinc Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes!
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Tue, 12 December 2017
We recently chatted with director Amy Glazer and screenwriter Sylvia Brownrigg, the filmmakers behind Kepler’s Dream. They discuss working together to adapt Brownrigg’s young adult novel, their personal connections to the story of fractured families and how they were able to find the film’s best narrative with limited resources. Kepler’s dream is a family adventure/drama about an 11 year-old girl searching for a missing rare book from her grandmother's (Holland Taylor) library. Along the way, she grapples with the secrets, betrayals and sorrows that have shaped the family for generations. The film is now available VOD and in select theaters: https://www.keplersdream.com/
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Tue, 21 November 2017
We chatted with screenwriters Liz Hannah (The Post) and Brian Duffield (Insurgent) about Writers for Puerto Rico, a crowd fund the two started to raise money for those affected by the hurricanes that recently destroyed the region. 100% of all donations directly benefit United for Puerto Rico whose mission is to provide assistance to individuals and small businesses devastated by Hurricanes Irma and María. Hannah and Duffield urge everyone in the writing community to contribute to Writers for Puerto Rico – every little bit helps. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2y97r1U Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 8 November 2017
Jay Kogen, Jim Armogida & Steve Armogida of Nickelodeon's School of Rock at the Cat & Fiddle The television show's executive producers shared how their adaptation of the original film went straight to series, the added task of producing a music video within the episodes, and their "song of the day" tradition in the writers room. Our December event with screenwriter Scott Neustadter will be announced soon! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram for more details. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 3 November 2017
We recently chatted with screenwriter Nick Rufca as well as directors Kerry Carlock and Nicholas Lund-Ulrich, the creators of Armstrong Carlock, Lund and Rufca dish on the process of producing an independent film, from concept to “pencils down,” while also working full-time jobs in the industry. The action film is about a rookie EMT and her partner who pick up a wounded superhero and are pulled into his mission to save Los Angeles from a sinister organization. The film is available now on VOD and DVD!
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Mon, 16 October 2017
We recently sat down with McG, director of Netflix's latest original comedy horror film, The Babysitter to learn how Brian Duffield's (Insurgent) script spoke to him, the inspiration behind his cinematic vision for the film and his advice on "delivering" to your audience. The film is about a young boy who discovers his hot babysitter (Samara Weaving) is part of a satanic cult that will stop at nothing to keep him quiet. McG is known for his work on television, such as Supernatural, Chuck and The O.C. He is also known for his earlier work in the music industry for producing albums and directing music videos. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 11 October 2017
Final Draft hosted a live discussion with Aaron Ginsburg of The CW's The 100. Aaron shared stories about working on the show, how he began his screenwriting career and answered questions from our audience at The Cat & Fiddle. Ginsburg is a veteran screenwriter, producer and director. In addition to The 100, Aaron has worked on shows like Intelligence, Do No Harm, Burn Notice and The Good Guys. Join us for our next live event at Cat & Fiddle on 11/6/17! Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram for more details. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 29 September 2017
John Pollono gets in depth on the many challenges of writing Stronger, an adaptation of the original book about Jeff Bauman (Jake Gyllenhaal), who lost both of his legs when a bomb went off during the 2013 Boston Marathon. We learn about the collaborative process of "what stays and what goes" in the film, Pollono's favorite scene and how his experience as an actor came into play when writing the script. Pollono is also a writer on television shows, such as This Is Us (NBC) and wrote & starred the Los Angeles World Premiere Play, Small Engine Repair. Stronger is available in select theaters now! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 29 August 2017
We recently sat down with members of the Made in NY Writers Room - Sarah Kraus, Sofia Quintero, Bryan Parker and Joyce Wu - to learn more about their incredible experience with mentors like Beau Willimon (House of Cards). Like with any fellowship or lab, the fellows hope to "get in the door" or be staffed in a writers room. But Made in NY gives them the confidence that having their own TV show on the air is a very real possibility. The Made in NY Writers Room is made up of fellows of diverse backgrounds from New York City. The fellows must meet specific application criteria, including a nomination from a recommending organization or membership in the Writers Guild of America, East. You can learn more about the fellowship here: https://www.wgaeast.org/writersroom/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 24 August 2017
Write On with Screenwriting Partners Ronald Bronstein & Josh Safdie Talk "Good Time," Starring Robert Pattinson
After a botched bank robbery lands his younger brother in prison, Constantine "Connie" Nikas (Robert Pattinson) embarks on a twisted odyssey through the city's underworld in an increasingly desperate—and dangerous—attempt to get his brother Nick (Benny Safdie) out of jail. We recently sat down with Ronald Bronstein and Josh Safdie to learn more about their new crime-drama Good Time. The writing-duo also share why they stray from traditional story-structure norms and how they use their characters to unfold the story. You can see Good Time on VOD and in theaters, August 25th! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 8 August 2017
Pen Densham is an Oscar-nominated producer, screenwriter and director best known for his work on Robin Hood: Prince of Theives, The Outer Limits, and The Twilight Zone. Densham takes us through his early years on set with his parents, the beginning of his own filmmaking career and how he helps screenwriters navigate the many challenges they face, including selling yourself and your work. His book, Riding the Alligator: Strategies for a Career in Screenplay Writing (and not getting eaten), is taught at universities around the world and is a must-read for all writers. For a limited time, receive a FREE Ebook of Riding the Alligator when you purchase Final Draft 10! More information on the Ebook and our special offer is available here. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 10 July 2017
Kailey Marsh takes us through the early years of her career, starting her own firm and how The Blood List has taken on a life of its own. Marsh is a veteran judge of The Big Break Screenwriting Contest. Her clients include writers and directors working on cable and network shows, as well as video games. In addition, she and her clients have projects set up across town, in various stages of development and production. Are you ready for your Big Break? Enter by 7/14/17 for your chance to be read by Kailey Marsh and the rest of our esteemed Judges: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 21 June 2017
Write On with Madhouse Entertainment Manager and Big Break Judge, Adam Kolbrenner: How He Can Tell if You're Serious About Screenwriting
Madhouse Entertainment manager, Adam Kolbrenner, shares how he learned the art of representation in the industry, why continued education is so important for screenwriters and the very reason he volunteers his time as a judge for our Big Break Screenwriting Contest. Madhouse Entertainment is a management and production company that has a long track record of working with incredible writers and writer/directors in both TV and film. The regular deadline is fast approaching! Enter Big Break by June 26th for a chance to be read by Kolbrenner and many more esteemed managers: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 6 June 2017
Write On with Good Fear Manager and Big Break Judge Scott Stoops on His Love for Screenwriting Contests and How to Grab His Attention as a Writer
Scott Stoops, literary manager at Good Fear and veteran Big Break Screenwriting Contest Judge, talks how to hook him in the first 10 pages of a read. Scott represents a variety of emerging writers and filmmakers, and has sold both TV and film projects including Man Alive which was written by Joe Greenberg and sold to Fox with Noah Hawley (creator of FX’s Fargo) directing. Man Alive won overall in the 2014 Science Fiction/Fantasy category of Big Break. The regular deadline is fast approaching! Enter Big Break by June 26th for a chance to be read by Stoops and many more esteemed managers: https://goo.gl/zzKDzT Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 30 May 2017
Sanjeev Sirpal takes us from landing his first job in Los Angeles to what got him "in the room," which ultimately led to writing original comedies that actually got made. Random Tropical Paradise is an epic journey about a jilted groom and his best man on what was meant to be a romantic honeymoon. The film is set to release on June 9th in theaters and VOD. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 11 May 2017
Dwain Worrell is the scribe behind The Wall, a war-drama/thriller about two American Soldiers who are trapped by a lethal sniper, with only an unsteady wall between them. We talk to Worrell about how he went from an English teacher in Beijing to professional screenwriter and his advice on leaving your audience with a "wow" ending. The Wall is produced by Amazon Studios and hits theaters Friday, May 12th. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 5 May 2017
Big Break judge and Zero Gravity literary manager, Marc Manus, discusses how he got his start, what types of scripts excite him, and how he “goes to the mat” for his screenwriters. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 19 April 2017
Chris Roessner talks to Final Draft about his Netflix Original movie Sand Castle, and how joining the military paved the way for film school and a reunion with his military Father. Sand Castle is about an inexperienced American private that discovers the true cost of war when his unit is sent on a dangerous mission to repair a water pumping station in a rural Iraqi village. Starring Nicholas Hoult, the film is available for streaming on Netflix, Friday, April 21st. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 29 March 2017
Charlie McDowell lets Final Draft in on how his Sundance film The Discovery grabbed the attention of Netflix. Jason Segel, Robert Redford and Rooney Mara star in the science-fiction, romantic drama about a scientist's discovery of afterlife and its domino effect on the masses. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 10 March 2017
Former Big Break Finalists Talk Landing Jobs as Showrunner's Assistants on "Supernatural" and "The 100"!
What is it like to be a Showrunners' Assistant on a hit show? 2016 Big Break finalists Meghan Fitzmartin and Paula Sabbaga take us behind the scenes of Supernatural and The 100, discuss their journeys from Big Break to The CW and remind us the importance of the "vomit draft." Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 1 March 2017
John Zaozirny, principal at Bellevue Productions, takes time out of his busy schedule to talk with us about selling scripts, scripts that top the Black List and what it means when a script is "set up." Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 13 February 2017
Write On with "Hidden Figures" Writer Allison Schroeder & Writer/Director Ted Melfi Discuss Layered Storytelling
In our first ever double episode, we talk with Allison Schroeder and Ted Melfi about Hidden Figures and how subverting expectations can lead to complicated, layered characters and compelling storytelling. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 27 January 2017
Write On with "Man Alive" Screenwriter Joseph Greenberg on How to Navigate Rewrites, Notes and Pitch Meetings
Former Big Break Contest finalist and currently on the 2016 Black List, Joe Greenberg tells us how he gets to the bare bones of his stories. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 23 December 2016
Write On with "Gold" Writing Team Patrick Massett & John Zinman Teach Us How to Write Practical Scenes
To write Gold, duo Patrick Massett & John Zinman drew from their background in acting to develop practical scenes. They also looked to Amadeus for inspiration on "peeling back layers" and "turning over the final card." Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 22 December 2016
Write On with "Hunt for the Wilderpeople" Writer/Director Taika Waititi Talks Keeping Your Audience Engaged
Writer, actor, director Taika Waititi tells us about creating a new comedy scene in New Zealand and how to keep people feeling like they're a part of your story. He also let slip the inspirations for his What We Do in the Shadows character Viago: His mother combined with C-3PO. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 22 December 2016
Write On with "Arrival" Screenwriter Eric Heisserer on NASA, Palindromes and Breaking the Rules of Writing
Eric Heisserer brings the science world to our doorstep and tells us what it's like to break unspoken rules while writing. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 21 December 2016
Screenwriter Noah Oppenheim talks with us about writing his first screenplay Jackie and the inspiration he drew from Jackie Kennedy as the custodian and myth-maker of her husband's legacy. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 21 December 2016
Screenwriter Luke Davies sits down with us to discuss how he fell in love with the story behind Lion. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 1 November 2016
Robert Schenkkan returns to our podcast to discuss heroism and writing battlegrounds in his latest, Hacksaw Ridge - in theaters now. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 25 October 2016
Write On with "The Girl On The Train" Screenwriter, Erin Cressida Wilson Talks Inherent Storytelling
Screenwriter Erin Cressida Wilson takes us behind the scenes of the thriller The Girl On The Train and dives back into her days teaching screenwriting to divulge her storytelling secrets. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Thu, 19 May 2016
Acclaimed writer Robert Schenkkan talks to Final Draft about Lyndon Johnson, Bryan Cranston and adapting his Tony Award winning, historical play for HBO. All The Way premiers Saturday, May 21st on HBO. Check your local listings! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 20 April 2016
Eric Haywood, writer and producer on Fox's hit show, Empire, shares his background in music videos and the mindset it takes to get your story on the page. Watch Empire Wednesday nights 9/8c on Fox! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 8 April 2016
Screenwriter Bryan Sipe opens up to us about the origins of Demolition and his own struggle through the creative process. In the film, Jake Gyllenhaal's character is told, "to understand what's broken, you have to take it all apart," Sipe says. Here, Sipe deconstructs his writing process for us as well. Demolition is out in theaters today, April 8th! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 18 March 2016
We talked to Bob Nelson, screenwriter of Nebraska, about his latest film The Confirmation, his background in comedy and the origin story of Bill Nye the Science Guy. The Confirmation is out in theaters and on iTunes March, 18th. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 11 March 2016
Julie Delpy writes, directs and stars in her new film Lolo. Here she talks with us about the bonds of parenthood, French humor and what inspired her love of writing. Lolo is out in theaters Friday, March 11th. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 3 February 2016
Charles Randolph, co-writer of The Big Short, drops by the Write On Podcast to chat with host, Pete D'Alessandro about his background in aesthetic philosophy, working with Adam McKay and what makes credit default swaps such a fascinating film topic. The Big Short is out in theaters now. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Fri, 8 January 2016
Listen as Mark L. Smith, screenwriter of The Revenant, talks to Write On host Pete D'Alessandro about everything from Colorado dude ranches to drafting screenplays before pitching. The Revenant is out in wide release today - January 8th, 2016! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 30 December 2015
Comedy television writer Dan Goor joins us for this informative and entertaining episode. Dan has written for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Office, and Parks and Recreation all before he became the cocreator of the very successful Brooklyn 99 which has already won 2 Golden Globes in its first season. He joins us for a lively discussion on breaking into television, creating successful characters, writing a pilot that sells, and planning the story arc for a season. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 30 December 2015
Scott Neustadter discusses how an internship was an incredibly valuable experience that helped to launch his career, and how his time working in development affected his screenwriting process. He also discusses his bi-coastal writing partnership with Michael H. Weber and the several successful adaptations, including The Fault in Our Stars, that the two writers have penned. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 30 December 2015
Andrew Jenks, award-winning twenty-something American filmmaker, explains how to find the story in documentaries, and how the story often leads you to discover material you were never expecting. From the realities of nursing homes to a young man fighting to get a wrongful conviction overturned, Jenks finds moving topics and uses his storytelling skills to craft unforgettable documentaries. In addition to his filmmaking, he is also the host of MTV's very popular documentary series World of Jenks. If all that work weren't enough to keep him busy, he is the founder of the All-American High School Film Festival. The annual event was designed to inspire and educate young filmmakers from around the world and features judges such as Kristen Stewart, Morgan Spurlock, and Diablo Cody. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 29 December 2015
Final Draft sits down with WME's Christopher Lockhart and Benderspink's Daniel Vang for a discussion about the life of a script. Many writers don't consider what happens after an executive reads a script and thinks it has potential to go to production. But the more you the screenwriter know about the process, the better you can prepare your script to be a part of it, and the better your odds of seeing your name in the credits. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes!
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Sun, 27 December 2015
Phillip Iscove, creator of hit TV series Sleepy Hollow, talks about his early days at film school in Toronto, working as an assistant at powerhouse agency UTA for eight years, and how Sleepy Hollow was not just his first sale: it also saved him from being kicked out of the country. Along the way he discusses the prevalence of genre stories on television, the challenges of working on such a large budget show, and what he looks for when hiring staff writers. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Sat, 26 December 2015
A native of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Brian Duffield burst onto the screenwriting scene with his rom com spec Your Bridesmaid Is A Bitch, a Black List script that launched his career. Brian talks moving to Los Angeles after college, struggling to make himself known in Hollywood, and what it's like to write a script for a hit franchise. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Sun, 20 December 2015
Dean DeBlois, writer/director of such animated classics as Lilo and Stitch and the How To Train Your Dragon series, talks about how he got his start in animation, how to approach fantasy/adventure screenplays, and what it's like to write for a dragon. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Sun, 13 December 2015
Acclaimed novelist, playwright and screenwriter, Anthony McCarten, tells how it took him eight years to convince Stephen and Jane Hawking to give him the rights to their story, his "exaggerated desire" to express himself, and how "putting words into the mouth of the smartest guy on the planet" took an enormous leap of faith. - Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 7 December 2015
Frederick Mensch, founder of the online screenwriting database MovieBytes, can now add working screenwriter to his resume. His uncompromising screenplay, Nightingale, was recently made into a movie by HBO, starring Golden-Globe nominee David Oyelowo. Nightingale is the first movie to be made from a script uploaded to the Black List, and has launched Mensch’s career many years after he began writing. Mensch discusses his long journey from film school to Hollywood, how to write a film with one character and one location, and the importance of writing a “splashy role” that will attract a movie star to your project. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Tue, 1 December 2015
Write On with "Better Call Saul" Writer Gennifer Hutchison on How She Learned to be an Asset to the Writers' Room in Any Role
Television writer Gennifer Hutchison has spent time in some of the most famous writers' rooms of recent years. Her roles have spanned everything from producer’s assistant to supervising producer on the wildly popular and critically acclaimed Better Call Saul. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 16 November 2015
Jason Dean Hall discusses what it was like to tell the story of Chris Kyle in American Sniper, a polarizing figure whose controversial and disturbing story broke box-office records. The writer's deeply personal connection to the story is filling the trades and garnering awards attention while, in a world far away from Hollywood, the trial for Kyle's tragic murder is taking place. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 16 November 2015
Comedian-screenwriter-actor Jim Jefferies bares all about his writing process, getting a series on the air, and killing off characters - even disabled ones. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 9 November 2015
Write On with "Truth" Writer-Director James Vanderbilt who Talks Film School, Researching True Stories, and Landing Robert Redford
James Vanderbilt talks about researching Truth, the controversial courtroom drama detailing the 2004 CBS '60 Minutes' report that cost anchor Dan Rather and producer Mary Mapes their careers. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 2 November 2015
Write On with "Jim Gaffigan Show" Co-Writer Jeannie Gaffigan who Talks Collaboration, Balance, and Jim’s Appetite
Final Draft chats with Jeannie Gaffigan about The Jim Gaffigan Show, her latest series with comedian husband Jim. Jeannie and Jim Gaffigan’s writing/producing credits include such shows as Mr. Universe, Obsessed, King Baby, Beyond the Pale, and My Boys. Now they are sharing their real and chaotic life with fans on the new TV Land series which explores one man’s struggle to find a balance between fatherhood, stand-up comedy and an insatiable appetite. Jeannie discusses her theater background, as well as her collaboration with husband Jim Gaffigan as they became a comedy power couple, and the challenges they faced while balancing a large family with a successful comedy career. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Mon, 26 October 2015
Black-ish co-showrunners, Kenya Barris and Jonathan Groff, discuss the road to creating hit shows Talented television creators Kenya Barris and Jonathan Groff have teamed up on the new hit ABC television show Black-ish. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes!
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Mon, 12 October 2015
Write On with "Brooklyn" Writer Nick Hornby who Talks Influences, the Joy of Collaboration and Finding Beauty in the Ordinary
Nick Hornby talks about adapting Brooklyn, the dramatic romance about an Irish immigrant (Saoire Ronan) who finds love and must choose between two countries. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes! |
Wed, 30 September 2015
Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski walk us through their first meeting as students at USC, to their latest project, Big Eyes. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Write On Podcast on iTunes!
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