Archive for the ‘Coffee Break Podcasts’ Category

Writing with Passion

Friday, August 5th, 20112011-08-05T13:00:58Zl, F jS, Y

How using structure frees you to write scripts with passion and meaning. One writer’s journey from the surface to the deep.

 

Behavioral Patterns and Screenwriting

Monday, August 1st, 20112011-08-01T17:44:55Zl, F jS, Y

Today I interview the co-founders of The Behavior Factor for Screenwriters, which examines behavior patterns in your characters.

Family Genre and Voice

Wednesday, July 27th, 20112011-07-27T13:00:23Zl, F jS, Y

How far is too far when writing in the family genre? Make sure you know what your jumping off point is by comparing your idea (or script) to pre-existing movies in the genre.

Playwright Jen asks about Script Adaptation

Wednesday, July 20th, 20112011-07-20T13:00:50Zl, F jS, Y

Plays are about words. Scripts are about a cinematic experience and creating a world that engages viewers and readers alike.

How Do I Find New Ideas?

Wednesday, July 13th, 20112011-07-13T13:00:37Zl, F jS, Y

Where do writers find new ideas for books and scripts?

What is Voice?

Wednesday, July 6th, 20112011-07-06T13:00:37Zl, F jS, Y

Julie talks with a writer about what “voice” really means. Is it important? How do you develop it?

Nickelodeon/Disney Writer Aydrea Walden on Networking and TV Jobs

Wednesday, June 29th, 20112011-06-29T13:00:30Zl, F jS, Y

How a journalist became a TV writer through the power of networking – and patience.

#ScriptChat’s Jeanne Bowerman

Wednesday, June 22nd, 20112011-06-22T13:00:45Zl, F jS, Y

Julie chats with #ScriptChat co-founder Jeanne V. Bowerman about #ScriptChat’s genesis, role and empowerment of screenwriters via Twitter.

Andrew Kersey, Literary Manager

Thursday, March 3rd, 20112011-03-03T20:10:17Zl, F jS, Y

Andrew Kersey, literary manager, discusses the state of the market today, getting (and keeping) rep and what he looks for in new clients. Have a listen to this podcast that explains this and many more topics to help you navigate the ever evolving scriptwriting world.

When to Give Up on a Script

Monday, February 28th, 20112011-02-28T12:00:33Zl, F jS, Y

Have you been stuck forever? Has all the fun gone out of this script? It might be time to walk away. Listen to this podcast to hear our advice about this very important subject and all about when its time to turn your back on a script that just isn’t as bright as it used to be.