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Write Who You KnowEpisode 40 - Evan WaiteOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with our buddy, writer-king and Fairfax cohort, Evan Waite! Evan has written on shows like The President Show, Fairfax, Sunny Side, Three Busy Debras and FAMILY GUY!! Evan was a teacher in Chine before he started writing for The Onion in New York before moving to LA to pursue a career in professional screenwriting. On top of all of this, he has a new book coming out called LIFE WANTS YOU DEAD! He is such a badass, and you'll really want to hear his insight into networking on this...2024-02-1357 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 39 - Zack BornsteinI'm back baby! On an all new episode of WRITE WHO YOU KNOW, I sit down with writer, comedian, Twitter legend, and killer segment director ZACK BORNSTEIN. Zack created TRIP TANK and has written on shows like SHRINKING and SNL. Zack takes us from his emotionally exhausting childhood getting kicked out of schools and camps to making videos on Twitter before ultimately being discovered by Jimmy Kimmel. This is one amazing episode you don't want to miss. #WGA #Shrinking #SNL #SaturdayNightLive #TripTank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-301h 10
What's The PointHow to handle rejection with Matt HausfaterWe sat down with Matt Hausfater this morning, a successful Hollywood writer and podcast host, and had a real conversation on the gatekeeping of Hollywood and the evolving goal posts we keep chasing. We go deep on comparison vs inspiration, scarcity vs. abundant mindsets and the innate human need for external validation. Hear why Matt worked part time at Barneys just to continue writing in his field and what happens when you are so deeply passionate about your work. Great episode about inner motivation despite constant rejection.Follow the show on:Instagram...2023-12-2041 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 38 - Simon RacioppaOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with the one and only Simon Racioppa! Simon is currently the showrunner of Amazon Prime Video's hit adult animated series, INVINCIBLE as well as one of the masterminds behind Amazon's animated series, THE BOYS: DIABOLICAL. Simon takes us through his first gigs up in Canada, working his way up in TV as a writer before making the trek out to Los Angeles and getting representation. In the time since, Simon's worked on amazing shows like DARK CRYSTAL, DONKEY KONG COUNTRY, and TEEN TITANS GO! Those are just a few...2023-11-281h 10Write Who You KnowEpisode 37 - Adam SztykielOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my old boss, way-too-good-looking-writer dude, Adam Sztykiel! In TV, Adam is the creator of Undateable, and has sold countless pilots. In features, Adam has written movies like PROJECT X, RAMPAGE, MADE OF HONOR, DUE DATE and most recently, BLACK ADAM For DC. Yes, you read that right -- dude is a beast! Adam regales us with tales of working with Todd Phillips, pitching Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and the fun of making PROJECT X. Adam is gearing up to direct a feature he wrote with his wife, titled...2023-11-071h 01Write Who You KnowEpisode 36 - Sean CochranOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my buddy and REVENGE cohort, Sean Cochran! Sean has written on multiple seasons of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, and worked on countless shows in various production capacties, like GOOD CHRISTIAN BITCHES, MERCY, and LIPSTICK JUNGLE. Sean takes us through his journey from Cleveland, Ohio to New York City and back to LA to pursue a screenwriting career. In a town of phonies and fakes, Sean is as real as it gets, was instrumental in marching for the WGA strike, and this episode with him is a breath of fresh...2023-10-261h 14Write Who You KnowEpisode 35 - Heather FlandersOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my Undateable co-worker, Diptyque freak, and super funny writer buddy, Heather Flanders aka Flando! Heather is hysterical. She's written on shows like THE MICK, KEVIN CAN WAIT, iCARLY, MIXED-ISH, THE COOL KIDS and BLUE MOUNTAIN STATE. Over the years, she's developed shows all over town, most recently at Netflix. Heather takes us all the way back to her childhood in Rhode Island, putting up plays at Theatre Camp, writing poetry, and finally making the trek out to LA and finding her path to the Writers' Room. This is...2023-10-121h 09Write Who You KnowEpisode 34 - Nikki ToscanoOn an all new Write Who You Know, I sit down with my friend and badass writer/EP/showrunner and , Nikki Toscano! She's written on shows like REVENGE, DETROIT 187, 24: LEGACY, BATES MOTEL and showran Amazon Prime Video's HUNTERS, as well as AMERICAN GIGOLO and THE OFFER on Paramount+. We talk Writers' Rooms dos and don'ts, our love of Paramount studio guys and when to hang up the phone (after you get a yes.) This is one AWESOME episode you don't want to miss. #Revenge #TheOffer #Hunters #24Legacy #24 #BatesMotel #WGA #writertwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2023-10-0355 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 33 - Mike HobertOn this searing hot episode of Write Who You Know, we have a DEAL! The WGA is *tentatively* back in business with the AMPTP. More importantly, we have longtime friend and hilarious writer Mike Hobert in the building! Mike has written on shows like UNDATEABLE, AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE, LIVING BIBLICALLY, iCARLY, HAPPY TOGETHER, and THE REALLY LOUD HOUSE. We get into his journey from acting in NY and sleeping on couches to selling network pilots and staffing on a handful of great shows. Strap in and listen good! #WGA #iCarly #AmericanHousewife #LivingBiblically #Undateable #SpinCity #LonnieonScrubs #Scrubs Hosted on Acast...2023-09-2753 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 32 - Dan Hernandez & Benji SamitOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with a killer writing team who are responsible for some of the freshest takes on BIG IP-movies of the past few years: Dan Hernandez & Benji Samit! (Full disclosh: I went to Oakwood High School with Benji, so there's that.) Dan and Benji have written on shows like 1600 PENN and EP'd/co-showran KOALA MAN on Hulu. On the feature side, they've written movies like DETECTIVE PIKACHU, ADDAM'S FAMILY 2, AND TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM!!! And to top it off, they have an awesome overall deal with 20th Century Fox...2023-09-191h 21Write Who You KnowEpisode 31 - Dave CherninOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with LA high school lej, showrunner and comedy writer extraordinaire, Dave Chernin! Dave has written on multiple seasons of IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, as well as co-creating/co-showrunning THE MICK with his brother and co-collaborator, John, and the hilarious upcoming coming of age comedy, INCOMING. On top of that, Dave helps me unpack some teenage trauma from when I nearly got killed at a high school party in the 9th grade for running my big mouth. Grab your favorite bottle of wine and roll up that spliff. This...2023-09-121h 03Write Who You KnowEpisode 30 - Feraz OzelOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with hilarious triple threat actor/writer/comedian, Feraz Ozel! Feraz literally turned down a job with the CIA to pursue a career in stand up comedy, so you know he's legit! He's written on shows like AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE and the forthcoming Hulu/Onyx series, DELI BOYS. You can check out his touring dates up or catch him on the picket lines of the WGA/SAG strike. This is one amazing, spy-vs-comic/spy story you don't want to miss! #DeliBoys #AmericanHousewife #wga #sag #LAcomedy #comedy #podcasting Hosted on...2023-09-051h 13Write Who You KnowEpisode 29 - Stacey HarmanOn an all new WRITE WHO YOU KNOW, badass screenwriter Stacey Harman comes up to the canyon studio to talk about her amazing rollercoaster ride of a career. After finding some success as a singer-songwriter with her band Eternal Circle, Stacey gave it up and moved to LA to pursue a career in screenwriting. Her first move was sending Darren Starr a champagne/gummy gift basket with an first original pilot, KISS AND TELL... and she ended up selling it! Much more recently, Stacey's been crushing seasons 1-4 of COBRA KAI, and written on shows like THE GOLDBERGS and WHY...2023-08-311h 07Write Who You KnowEpisode 28 - Dashiell DriscollOn this episode of WWYK, I sit down with Oakwood School and Bayside High alum, screenwriter, and Twitter impresario, Dashiell Driscoll! Dashiell was the voice behind the gajillion follower FUNNY OR DIE Twitter account (back when Twitter had jokes and not just hate speech) for many years, and a writer on DROP THE MIC and the SAVED BY THE BELL reboot on Peacock. Dash is also the creator of Zack Morris is Trash and A Very Special Episode, as well as the cohost of Zack To The Future podcast with Mark-Paul Gosselaar. #savedbythebell #FunnyorDie #Twitter #wga Hosted on...2023-08-2356 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 27 - Will McCormackOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with Oscar-winning writer/director/producer/actor, Will McCormack! Will has an incredible journey starting at age 7 when he won a poetry contest in his New Jersey hometown. From there, Will has traversed all sorts of creative outlets, including acting as Jason Melfi on The Sopranos, popping up in TV shows and films, and co-writing CELESTE & JESSE FOREVER and TOY STORY 4 with his longtime co-collaborator, Rashida Jones. In TV, Will has EP'd/written on shows like A to Z, CLAWS, and KEVIN CAN FUCK HIMSELF. More recently, Will co-wrote and...2023-08-011h 04Write Who You KnowEpisode 26 - Chris BremnerOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with Laurel Canyon native, watch aficionado, and feature screenwriter extraordinaire, Chris Bremner! Chris has written movies like BAD BOYS FOR LIFE, BAD BOYS 4, the new installment of NATIONAL TREASURE, THE PINK PANTHER, THE MAN FROM TORONTO as well as working on THE WEDDING RINGER with Jeremy Garelick. Yes, you read that right... Chris is the king of the BAD BOYS cinematic universe. Chris has an incredible story starting in St. Louis before going to college at Brown University, traversing to New York City, and finally, moving to Los Angeles...2023-07-251h 10Write Who You KnowEpisode 25 - Abdullah SaeedOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with renaissance journeyman, journalist, marijuana-advocate, actor, rapper, and screenwriter, Abdullah Saeed! Abdullah's story is incredible. His journey to Hollywood is long and circuitous, but he ended up right where he wanted to be. You may know him from VICE shows and columns like Bong Appetit or Weediquette, or maybe you know him from stand up comedy. He's acted and written on shows like HIGH MAINTENANCE. He's sold movies to Fox Searchlight and New Regency. But for the current WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike, he would be producing/writing season one of...2023-07-181h 25Write Who You KnowEpisode 24 - Wade Allain-MarcusOn this episode, I sit down with actor/writer/director/producer and LA homie, Wade Allain-Marcus! Wade takes me through his journey of growing up in LA, going to college at NYU and pursuing a career in acting, appearing in films like BROOKLYN'S FINEST and TV shows like GOSSIP GIRL before ultimately moving back home and writing/co-directing/producing his first feature film, FRENCH DIRTY. Soon after, Wade was cast as Derek on HBO's INSECURE. Soon after, Wade planted his foot firmly in the screenwriter camp after getting staffed as a Staff Writer on season 2 of GROWNISH. More recently, Wade...2023-07-131h 06Write Who You KnowEpisode 23 - Lauryn KahnOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with screenwriter, funny lady, and candy expert, Lauryn Kahn! Lauryn takes us through her journey from New Jersey to LA, where she started working in reality TV before becoming Adam McKay's assistant, assisting him on films like STEP BROTHERS, THE OTHER GUYS and helping he and Will Ferrell launch Funny or Die. While working for McKay, Lauryn wrote her first feature, HE'S FUCKING PERFECT, a script that famously sold for $1M and landing on The Black List, making Lauryn an in-demand writer overnight. Since then, Lauryn has written IBIZA...2023-07-051h 17Write Who You KnowEpisode 22 - Maggie MullOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my buddy and LA native, screenwriter, and New Yorker cartoonist extraordinaire, Maggie Mull!! Maggie talks to me about getting her start by shooting her shot via Twitter on DADS before staffing on shows like LIFE IN PIECES, FAMILY GUY, and NOT DEAD YET. More recently, Maggie co-created her own show with Justin Adler for 20th/Hulu called... you guessed it, MAGGIE! Maggie talks about the harsh realities of making your own show and what happens when you know it's not coming back before the rest of the world...2023-06-281h 07
To Live and Buy in Los AngelesRewriting Los Angeles In this week's episode of "To Live and Buy in Los Angeles," @benbelack and @zachgoldsmith24 are joined by special guest Matt Hausfater, co-creator and Executive Producer of Amazon's original animated comedy, FAIRFAX. Join the conversation as Matt shares the captivating story of what inspired him to become a writer and dives into the fascinating journey that marked the beginning of his career as a TV writer and showrunner in Los Angeles. He also provides exclusive insights into the creative process behind the creation of FAIRFAX, revealing what it was like to bring the animated comedy to life.W...2023-06-2131 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 21 - Sammy WassonOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with esteemed Hollywood historian and author as well as Laurel Canyon homie, Sammy Wasson! Sammy has written books like The Oral History of Hollywood, Improv Nation, The Big Goodbye about the making of Chinatown, Fosse -- which was adapted into an award winning limited series, Fosse/Verdon -- as well as Fifth Avenue 5AM, Audrey Hepburn and the Dawn of the Modern Woman. Currently, Sammy is writing a book on Francis Ford Coppola. Sammy breaks down where Hollywood goes wrong, how he yearns for the halcyon days of yore...2023-06-201h 14Write Who You KnowEpisode 20 - Lauren GloverOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with friend and FAIRFAX Writers' Assistant turned working screenwriter, Lauren Glover! Lauren takes us on her journey from watching Grey's Anatomy while working as an RN to making the jump and moving to LA to pursue a dream career of being a screenwriter, ultimately finding much needed mentorship in Lena Waithe's Hillman Grad program. The rest... well, you'll just have to tune in! Lauren gives us her POV on the WGA strike, writers' rooms DOs and DONTs, and how she finally made it into the Sundance Episodic Lab after...2023-06-1558 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 19 - Alex BlaggOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with a man who has read the entire Internet six times... Tumblr Gawd, blog lord, homie, and writer/producer, Alex Blagg! Alex is the Emmy winning co-creator and Executive Producer of @midnight and Problematic with Moshe Kasher, and he has staffed on shows like WORKAHOLICS, SEPARATED TOGETHER, SPLITTING UP TOGETHER, TRINKETS and the first streaming comedy ever on Amazon Prime Video... BETAS. On this episode we talk Tumblr blogging, choosing your own path, working with a trio, pitching and selling FAIRFAX together, and our legendary meeting with Jimmy Iovine...2023-06-071h 18Write Who You KnowEpisode 18 - Dan LevyOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with pop-punk lover, killer stand-up comic and writer extraordinaire, Dan Levy! Dan created and showran NBC'S INDEBTED, starring Adam Pally and Fran Drescher, he's staffed on WHITNEY, four seasons of THE GOLDBERGS, and showran the new incarnation of HOW I MET YOUR FATHER on Hulu. He has sold and set up shows all over town, has had Overall deals at Sony, and most recently, spent the summer opening for John Mulaney at arenas across America. Dan is an awesome and hilarious dude... Don't miss this episode! 2023-06-0257 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 17 - Studio Exec turned Producer, Steve PrinzOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with "the enemy" - studio exec turned producer extraordinaire, Steve Prinz! Steve has interned for Red Hour Films, worked as an executive assistant at Paramount Pictures, and then made the leap to being a drama TV executive at Amazon Studios. Most recently, Steve produced shows like THEM, PAPER GIRLS, and SWARM starring Dom Fishback. Steve breaks down how he sees the WGA strike, the streaming bubble, and the how to gain the trust of creatives when working with mega-talent like Donald Glover. (Full disclosure: Steve is not the enemy...2023-05-241h 19Write Who You KnowEpisode 16 - Nicole DelaneyOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my homie and network comedy collaborator, Nicole Delaney! Nicole is an awesome writer/director who has worked on TV shows like SEARCH PARTY, BIG MOUTH, BEL AIR, and THE AFTERPARTY. She has sold original network comedies with Lord/Miller at Fox, developed streaming comedies at Amazon, and is currently developing a new original series at FX. On top of that, Nicole's Tribeca Film Festival selection short-feature THIRSTY (starring Maya Rudolph and Jay Ellis) is streaming now on Hulu. Check it out! #wga #TV #searchparty #bigmouth #belair #theafterparty 2023-05-1753 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 15 - Niki Schwartz-WrightOn this episode of Write Who You Know, WE'VE GOT A STRIKE! I sit down with my dear friend and comedy writer impresario, Niki Schwartz Wright! Niki takes us through her illustrious career starting out producing music videos in NYC before moving back home to LA to pursue a career in Hollywood. She takes us through her staffing journey starting with TEN THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU and THE HARD TIMES OF RJ BERGER, then transitioning to THE OFFICE, THE GOLDBERGS, SPEECHLESS, THE GRINDER, ABBY'S, and PIVOTING. (Holy shit.) On top of that, Niki has sold a slew of original...2023-05-091h 00Write Who You KnowEpisode 14 - Joel Church CooperOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with my very tall and funny screenwriter friend, Joel Church Cooper. Joel is the creator and showrunner of IFC's hit show, BROCKMIRE, and he's worked on shows like THE MINX, FUTURE MAN, UNDATEABLE, MEN AT WORK, and GROUND FLOOR. Joel takes us from his early days going to the movies with his Dad in Sacramento, to doing Improv at UCB, and working his way up in the writers' room to eventually bringing four seasons of Hank Azaria's Jim Brockmire character to the small screen. Give it a spin! 2023-05-021h 17Write Who You KnowEpisode 13 - Peter KimOn this episode of Write Who You Know, I sit down with actor/comedian/writer/podcaster extraordinaire (and one of the stars of Amazon Prime Video's adult animated comedy, FAIRFAX) PETER KIM to discuss his journey from The Bronx to Silicon Valley to Hollywood. Peter has written on shows like FOX'S animated comedy HOUSE BROKEN and has sold original comedy pilots to CBS and Fox. Check out his podcast 2 KIMS 1 POD wherever you listen to podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-261h 00Write Who You KnowEpisode 12 - Sofi SeligOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with vacation buddy and screenwriter gem, Sofi Selig! Sofi takes us through her journey from the ICM mailroom to working for showrunner extraordinaire and Scrubs/Ted Lasso/Shrinking creator, Bill Lawrence, to landing her first staffing gig on HBO Max's HEAD OF THE CLASS. Sofi is currently writing on Seasons 1 and 2 of Apple's hit show, SHRINKING and working on killer pilots in between! She is a blast. Check it out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1852 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 11 - Andy SecundaOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with gluttonous foodie, actor, writer, and improv extraordinaire, Andy Secunda! Andy and Matt talk through the most important issue facing working writers today: LUNCH! Dos, don'ts, desserts, and getting banned from coffee orders for ordering too many treats. Andy created LOVE INC for UPN and has written on shows like The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien, The Goldbergs, The Comedians, Schooled, and he's currently in development on a hot new project at FX. He's a blast - so grab your favorite sheet cake and give it a whirl! 2023-04-111h 10Write Who You KnowEpisode 10 - Ariel LadensohnOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt has a rockin' good time with superstar screenwriter and buddy Ariel Ladensohn as she takes us through her path from starting in children's animation with staffing jobs on shows like LLAMA LLAMA RED PAJAMA, breaking into adult animation on SOLAR OPPOSITES, getting staffed on FAIRFAX (best animted show ever) and most recently coming aboard the reboot of Fox's beloved sci-fi animated comedy, FUTURAMA! With an incredible can-do attitude, a commitment to telling queer stories on TV and in film, and an awesome sense of humor, Ariel's episode is one you don't...2023-04-041h 19Write Who You KnowEpisode 9 - Chris LuccyOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his UNDATEABLE office mate and CLUB DE CUERVOS familia, screenwriter Chris Luccy! Chris takes Matt through his journey in the WB writer's program, his three season stint on A MILLION LITTLE THINGS, transitioning from comedy to drama writing, and some searing hot development that he's getting ready to take out and pitch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-281h 06Write Who You KnowEpisode 8 - Harper DillOn this episode of Write Who You Know Matt sits down with LA local homie and screenwriter extraordinaire, Harper Dill. Harper takes us through her journey from starting out as a performer at NYU, to her first jobs working for Jonathan Demme and BJ Novak, to her first TV staffing gigs on The Mindy Project and The Mick, and most recently, writing the Jennifer Lopez & Owen Wilson feature rom-com, Marry Me, streaming now on Amazon Prime Video in 240 countries around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-211h 11Write Who You KnowEpisode 7 - Laura MoranOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his dear friend and screenwriter, Laura Moran, to discuss producing, prepping for showrunner meetings, and the BS she experiences as a female writer in a world where 99% of writers' rooms are still run by men. Laura takes us through her career, regaling Matt with anecdotes from years of working on shows like Ground Floor, Undateable, The Neighborhood, Dangerous Book for Boys, Harley Quinn, and Fox's upcoming animated series, The Hoagie Bros. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-141h 18Write Who You KnowEpisode 6 - Seth Cohen and Amy PochaOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his dear friends and writing team, Seth Cohen and Amy Pocha. From Bad Teacher to running their own show on HBO Max, Seth and Amy breakdown how they got started, the studio writing programs, selling movies and how to terrorize fellow Staff Writers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0745 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 5 - Ted SullivanOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his old friend and screenwriter, Ted Sullivan. Ted walks us through getting a late start as a writer, being inspired by Monty Python early on, working on Supergirl, Revenge, Riverdale, Rizzoli and Isles, Star Trek, and just about every other cool hourlong under the sun. Also, we talk about DRUGS!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-281h 23Write Who You KnowEpisode 4 - Teddy BressmanIn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his dear friend, writer/director/hat impresario, Teddy Bressman. Teddy talks about his days working for Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen, his first feature spec sale to Sony, his experiences co-writing Jungleland, staffing on Future Man, Sausage Party, Pam & Tommy, and creating his own satirical animated series, The Pole. Give it a whirl, dummy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-221h 03Write Who You KnowEpisode 3 - Peter WarrenOn this episode of Write Who You Know Matt sits down with his dear friend and screenwriter buddy, Peter Warren. (A one-two episode knockout of Peters!) Peter is a NY based writer who has staffed on TV shows like HAPPYLAND, HALO, and NIGHT BEAST. He is the creator of the forthcoming Taika Waititi produced series adaptation of the awesome Rick Spears' comic book, THE AUTUER. He is currently writing the INCAL with and for Jermaine Clement. He runs the Black Hole Monoplex online drive-in movie theatre. And he married me! He is the smartest dude I know... to an annoying...2023-02-1750 minWrite Who You KnowEpisode 2 - Peter KnightOn this episode of Write Who You Know, Matt sits down with his dear friend and FAIRFAX co-showrunner, Peter Knight. Peter has 25 years under his belt as a working screenwriting and takes us through his journey from getting signed, creating Big Wolf on Campus, and being the Co-Executive Producer on 6 seasons of BoJack Horseman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-131h 08Write Who You KnowWrite Who You Know - Intro with Matt HausfaterWrite Who You Know is a podcast dedicated to the ups and downs of professional screenwriting: the pain, the pleasures, the process, and all the different ways you hear "PASS". Each week our host Matt Hausfater interviews various writer friends, colleagues, and coworkers past and present about breaking into the business, their experiences navigating Hollywood, and the tips and tricks to crush the writers' room. It's not about writing what you know... it's about writing WHO you know. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-1315 min
Heavy Metal Presents: Geoff Boucher's MindspaceEpisode 47 - The "Fairfax" CrewNew drop! Mindspace is hype this week as the creators of "Fairfax" — MATT HAUSFATER, TEDDY RILEY, and AARON BUCHSBAUM — talk about their neon-colored vision of Los Angeles and their delightfully berserk hit show. The trio chat with Geoff Boucher about the future of R-rated animation in the 21st century, and all the work that goes into producing animation (especially in pandemic conditions). Stream "Fairfax" and snag some pigeon merch on Amazon. // Stick around for a Mindspace discussion on LA and pop culture, including the one time Quentin Tarantino showed Geoff his favorite hangout spots. Learn more...2021-11-231h 45
Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 16Evan and Matt do their 2016 end of year wrap up with their favorite and least favorite records, books, movies and moments. On a personal note, Matt opens up about his mental health and some of the harsh tokes of growing into an adult.2016-12-2043 min
Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episod 15 with Todd WisenbakerMatt's new best friend and fellow Incubus enthusiast, La Sera's Todd Wisenbaker, stops by Harsh Toke to discuss his love of Morrissey and The Smiths, meeting his wife, and playing guitar with Ryan Adams on their Taylor Swift inspired "1989" album. Check out La Sera's new album, Music For Listening To Music To, produced by Ryan Adams.2016-04-1147 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 14It's just Evdog and Matt on the boards on this Easter Sunday, 2016. We talk our prenatal conception, Iggy Pop, getting engaged and having kids. Also, dig on Sheer Mag.2016-03-2838 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 13 with Dean FertitaIn this episode of Harsh Toke, Detroit's own Dean Fertita stops by to talk about the new Dead Weather record, "Dodge & Burn," growing up in the motor city scene and his first band Wax Wings, playing in The Raconteurs and being married by his dear friend and Queens of the Stoneage bandmate, Josh Homme.2015-09-2950 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 12 with SuperhumanoidsIn the new episode of Harsh Toke, Max St. John and Sarah Chernoff of Superhumanoids stop by to discuss their new record, "Do You Feel Ok?" out September 11th on Innovative Leisure.2015-09-0945 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 11In this episode of Harsh Toke, Matt and Evan get together to discuss their weekend at FYF (where Evan's new band JUNK played), the pros and cons of Taylor Swift and Kanye West, and remaining true to yourself as you grow older. Enjoy!2015-09-0142 min
Harsh TokeEpisode 10 with QOTSA/Mini Mansions Michael ShumanOur oldest pal, Michael Shuman, stops by Harsh Toke HQ in between touring the new Mini Mansions record, THE GREAT PRETENDERS (available March 23rd) to discuss growing up playing in bands with Zach Dawes and our very own Evan Weiss, selling pot to finance his first record, meeting Josh Homme and joining Queens of The Stoneage.2015-03-121h 15
Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 9 with Michael Fitzpatrick of Fitz & The TantrumsIn the ninth episode of Harsh Toke, lead-singer, pianist, songwriter and founding member of Fitz & The Tantrums, Michael "Fitz" Fitzpatrick, swings by HT headquarters to discuss his path from France to Encino, California, his tenure at Oakwood High School, the creation of his band, writing hit pop songs and his upcoming dates at Coachella 2015.2015-03-031h 00Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 8.5 with Keith MorrisCheck out Part 2 of our interview with punk pioneer, Keith Morris.2015-01-071h 20Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 8 with Keith MorrisKeith Morris, lead singer of OFF!, Circle Jerks and the original line-up of BLACK FLAG, stops by Harsh Toke HQ to discuss growing up in Southern California, playing in bands, working in A&R, and his road to recovery. [Part 1 of a 2 part episode.]2014-12-161h 01Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 7 with screenwriter, Peter WarrenPeter Warren stops by Harsh Toke HQ to discuss his path from college student to paid Hollywood screenwriter, the art of the pitch, working in TV writing rooms, staying positive after 1,000 "passes" and the fateful night we might, wherein I split my head open and he raced me to the emergency room.2014-12-091h 04Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 6 with Dan Gallucci (Murder City Devils)Dan Gallucci, guitarist and producer from Murder City Devils, Modest Mouse and Cold War Kids, stops by Harsh Toke HQ to discuss producing records, starting MCD during the 90's Seattle grunge scene, and keeping a positive attitude when starting from the bottom to pursue your true passions.
This episode is sponsored by our good friends at FYF Presents.2014-10-121h 05Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 5 with Brent MorinBrent Morin, dynamo stand-up comic and co-star of NBC's new hit comedy "Undateable", stops by Harsh Toke HQ for the very first evening interview of our show. Brent talks about coming up in the comedy world under his pal, Chris D'Elia, being a P.A. on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien and doing the 2014 Oddball Fest with Louis CK, Marc Maron, Sarah Silverman, Chris D'Elia and Bill Burr.2014-09-3055 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 4 with author/illustrator, Dallas ClaytonDallas Clayton, author/illustrator of "An Awesome Book" stops by Harsh Toke HQ to discuss following your dreams, creating zines in the DIY world of punk rock, fatherhood and keeping it real in the world of Instagram and iPhones!2014-09-221h 03Harsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 3 with Twin PeaksChicago's own shredders, Twin Peaks, stops by Harsh Toke HQ the morning of FYF Fest to discuss tunes, touring with Tindr, pizza and their favorite movies.2014-08-2649 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 2 with Dash Hutton, drummer of HAIMDash Hutton, drummer for HAIM, dear friend and lover, stops by Harsh Toke HQ for bagels, an oral history of 818 rock and roll and lots of laughs.2014-08-1050 minHarsh TokeHarsh Toke Episode 1 with Sean CarlsonFYF Creator, Sean Carlson, stops by the Harsh Toke HQ on our premiere episode, hosted by Matt Hausfater.2014-08-0756 min