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seated at the writers table podcast#120 The Tramp, A New York City Style Comedy - Brian Vanhooker & Steve Quistgaard“The Tramp” an original comedy pilot starring John O’Hurley (Seinfeld, Family Feud) and the comedian/Sirius XM host Godfrey, will make its West Coast Debut in the Pilots category at this year’s Dances with Films Festival at the TCL Chinese Theater, June 13-23, 2019. The dynamic duo of Brian VanHooker and Steve Quistgaard are the driving force of the comedic Turtle with Lemonade Productions which created “The Tramp.”. Working together since the age of 15, when they made their first pilot, the two have produced a variety of creative ventures, including the online shorts “Little Known Moments in American Hi...2019-06-2343 minseated at the writers table podcast#119 The World Without You; A Story of Family & Discovery - Suzanne JohnsonThe World Without You is a story about the Frankel family who come together in 2005, a year after the death of the youngest son Leo, a journalist, at the hands of Al Qaeda to memorialize him at their summer cabin in the Berkshires. In so doing, they discover that the man they are burying is not quite the golden brother and son they thought, nor are they, as a family, the singular force for all that is helpless and downtrodden in the world that they were raised to be. Stuck in this country house together for the first time...2019-06-1559 minseated at the writers table podcast#114 Next Therapist Please - Laurie FinkelsteinI spoke with author of "Next Therapist Please" Laurie Finkelstein at the LA Times Festival of Books. Laurie Beth Finkelstein is the author of the award-winning Next Therapist Please. Based on her real-life experience hopping from one therapist to the next, it is a humorous take on heavy topics like depression, anxiety, OCD, and other mental health blessings. Finkelstein is also the author of the forthcoming AHOOT!which is a guide to medical marijuana for older adults. She is an expert in this area and knows how to break the stigmas associated with pot with a...2019-05-0912 minseated at the writers table podcast#113 Matt Miller In the Colonies The Virginian - Mark J RoseI spoke with author of "Matt Miller in the Colonies - Virginian" Mark J Rose at the LA Times Festival of Books. Mark J. Rose is a scientist, author and screenwriter. He lives in an equestrian community in Simi Valley, California, with his wife, three kids and two dogs.He holds a doctorate in pharmaceutical chemistry and is director of research and development at a major biotech company. He has been fascinated for many years with exploring the intersection of man’s basic humanity with the challenges of a rapidly changing technological world. Working primarily in the sc...2019-05-0621 minseated at the writers table podcast#112 Dreamshores - Mike RobinsonI spoke with author of "Dreamshores" Mike Robinson at the LA Times Festival of Books. Although author of "Dreamshores" Mike Robinson has worked as an independent video-game producer and cinematographer, writing has always been the focal point of his creative life, although to him the phrase "creative life" sounds a tad redundant. He is the author of nine books: eight novels and one collection of short stories, all touching on the realms of the psychological, the metaphysical, the strange. A native of Los Angeles, he is also a screenwriter and producer, and editor of the magazine "Literary...2019-05-0312 minseated at the writers table podcast#111 A Promise In Autumn, A Love Story - Barbara Morriss I spoke with author of "A Promise In Autumn, A Love Story" Barbara Morriss at the LA Times Festival of Books. About a decade into Barbara Morriss' retirement from teaching, she and her husband happened onto an ancestral family story of great romance, punishing sadness and rich history. They worked with a genealogist and were able to develop a timeline of truths from old documents and newspaper publications. Since not all the facts could be determined, it became necessary for Barbara to fill in the gaps. Her first book Finding Grace started with a timeline of facts an...2019-04-3014 minseated at the writers table podcast#118 Voices - Robert YehlingI spoke with author of "Voices" Robert Yehling at the LA Times Festival of Books. Robert Yehling is a multi-genre, multi-subject, hybrid author who publishes both traditionally and through publishing partnerships. He is the Independent Publishers Book Award-winning author of nine books (soon to be 10) and ghostwriter of six others. His list includes: five poetry/essay collections - the latest is "Backroad Melodies", published in June 2013; two award-winning books on writing - "Writes of Life: Using Personal Experiences in Everything You Write" and "The Write Time: 366 Exercises to Fulfill Your Writing Life"; "The Champion's Way," a...2019-04-2920 minseated at the writers table podcast#110 The Divorce Recovery Ladder - Susan ShoferI spoke with author of "The Divorce Recovery Ladder" Susan Shofer at the LA Times Festival of Books. Susan Shofer is your trusted ally for navigating divorce. Her first-hand experience has given her knowledge in the areas of divorce process, custody battles, parental alienation and working with attorneys. Her professional experience as a Licensed Private Investigator makes her uniquely qualified to instruct people how to gather evidence and courtroom etiquette. Susan's early career in finance lends to her ability to teach people how to maintain strong financial health throughout what can be a financially draining experience. 2019-04-2424 minseated at the writers table podcast#117 The Engine Woman's Light - Laurel Anne HillI spoke with author of "The Engine Woman's Light" Laurel Anne Hill at the LA Times Festival of Books. Laurel Anne Hill grew up in San Francisco, California, with more dreams of adventure than good sense or money. Her close brushes with death, love of family, respect for honor and belief in a higher power continue to influence her writing and her life. She has authored two award-winning novels: The Engine Woman’s Light(Sand Hill Review Press), a gripping spirits-meet-steampunk tale, and Heroes Arise(KOMENAR Publishing). Laurel’s published short stories and nonfiction pieces total over fort...2019-04-2222 minseated at the writers table podcast#116 Straight Outta Tombstone, Coyote - Naomi Brett RourkeI spoke with author of "Straight Outta Tombstone, Coyote" Naomi Brett Rourke at the LA Times Festival of Books. Naomi Brett Rourke is the pen name for the author, teacher, and theatre director living near the beach in Southern California's South Bay. She has a wonderful husband, three wonderful children, three wonderful step-children, seven wonderful grandchildren, a wonderful cat, dog, and tortoise. Verily, life is pretty good. When not writing, she can be found with a book in her hand, very often reading two or three at a time, with murder mysteries, crime, and horror b...2019-04-1825 minseated at the writers table podcast#115 Rewriting Your Life - Dr Ken BestI spoke with author of "Rewriting Your Life" Dr. Ken Best at the LA Times Festival of Books. Celebrity chiropractor Dr. Ken Best, D.C. has been sought after by the entertainment industry and greater Los Angeles for a quarter century due to his holistic approach to diagnosing and treating chronic ailments, treating thousands along the way. An expert in Applied Kinesiology ("AK") and Thetahealing™, Dr. Best combines the latest in physical and energetic therapies to identify and treat chronic problems and patterns specifically and holistically. A certified Applied Kinesiologist through the International College of Appl...2019-04-1524 minseated at the writers table podcast#109 Creating A Fast Paced Series Through The Lens of Technology - Kyle Thomas Los Angeles,CA………..Love is beautiful even when it’s dark. “365 Days of Love Letters,” a new series starring heart throb actor Chris Salvatore, dives into the tricky games of dating in today’s age of digital voyeurism. Created by Kyle Thomas and produced by Jessica Bryant ("The Humanity Bureau," "American Justice”), the series just dropped their teaser and has signed a team of powerhouses across talent, production, music, and fashion. “The series follows two best friends who battle addiction — to love, security, and fantasy,” Thomas says. “We watch how far some people will go to gratify their needs at the expense of others.” ...2018-07-1751 minseated at the writers table podcast#108 Putting It All On the Line To Create - Hajji - A Thought Provoking, Brilliant Film - R.H. NormanFilmmaker R. H. Norman will show his most recent narrative short film HAJJI at the 21st Annual Dances With Films at the TCL Chinese Theaters in Hollywood, Saturday, June 9th at 2:45PM. The festival runs June 7- 17th. Ross Marquand (The Walking Dead) plays a soldier in a reality-based conflict zone in "HAJJI", an inspired-by-true-events short which explores the cycle of violence caused by modern warfare in the Middle East. Written and directed by R.H. Norman, the story follows two soldiers, played by Marquand and actor Dayo Okeniyi (Hunger Games, Shades of Blue), and their interaction with a l...2018-05-2630 minseated at the writers table podcast#107 DIY - Creating "DIWA" An Award Winning Film - Aina Dumlao & Bru Muller.mp3Meet Aina Dumlao and Bru Muller. Two very talented filmmakers who cam on Seated at the Writer's table to discuss the making of their award winning short film "DIWA". In this episode Aina and Bru discuss the process of co-writing a script, adapting a short film from a feature, re-writes, how to take a note on your script, tough scene choices, character motivations, finding locations, how to raise funding (The good and the bad), putting together a team, time maintenance, budgeting and strategy. As you can see, the making of "DIWA" is a labor of love and very m...2018-05-2245 minseated at the writers table podcast#106 Making a Feature Film From Writing to Release - Bailey and Molly DonovanWriting with a universal theme in mind gives a story wide appeal and the ability to connect across generations. In this episode sibling creators Bailey and Molly Donovan discuss the process of making a feature from writing to release. There is a wealth of experiences to learn from. You will hear things like: Writing to a universal theme. The genesis of the idea Managing a budget Strategic trades for things like catering. Creating a professional look on a small budget The rewriting process Character development Writing dialogue that's real Lessons to learn about hiring crew Casting Raising Funds incl...2018-02-1556 minseated at the writers table podcast#105 Writing on the Hulu Original The Path Season 3 - Lorna Clarke OsunsanmiGetting into the writer's room is not easy. It takes persistence, networking, hard work, talent and the ability to work well in a group of others with similar skills and ambition. In this episode writer Lorna Clarke Osunsanmi discusses her climb from PA to writer's assistant and finally to staff writer on the Hulu Original Series "The Path". This interview is packed with great information for aspiring as well as seasoned writers. Special Note: *Mona Barkat and Rasha Goel were the brilliant producers of Cha Do Web Series. Bhavani Rao is just an awesome friend and producer For p...2018-01-101h 20seated at the writers table podcast#104 Collaborating Between Writer & Director To Ground Comedy In Reality - Nicole Feenstra & Scott RodgersThey say that great comedy is grounded in reality. In this episode the Creator/Writer and Director of the series "Broken Hearts Division" Nicole Feenstra and Scott Rodgers talk about their collaboration and the origin of the idea. In addition we discussed: Constructing a pilot Editing the script for a short film Locations, costumes & blocking Writing comedy vs. drama Crowd-funding Working within a budget Theme with comedy Developing character and story quickly Defining Your Audience Writing On Set Structure For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing l...2017-10-1746 minseated at the writers table podcast#103 The Reality Of Writing A TV Pilot - Kellie Crawford & Alex KitayCo-Creators Kellie Crawford and Alex Kitay discuss the world of BDSM, Dungeons and the attraction of the Dominatrix profession in their new series Domina X. I had many questions, particularly on how to interest someone in the show, that is not interested in the topic. Their answers were compelling. In addition we discussed: Deciding what needs to be in the pilot and what doesn't What is a mood real and is it necessary How to write a family story centered around a dungeon The psychology of domination Writing an ensemble with 3 female leads Acceptance as a theme When to drop...2017-09-2554 minseated at the writers table podcast#102 From "Quantum Leap" to "The Vision Quest" Series - Deborah M PrattDeborah M Pratt Co-Produced the hit TV show "Quantum Leap" garnering acclaim and fans in multiple generations. Her 5 book series "The Vision Quest" is a masterpiece of Science Fiction. The series intricate storylines, rich characters and cleverly woven ethical questions create a world that pulls you in deep and keeps you riveted. I'm a big fan. In this episode Deborah discusses how to discover the reasons why characters behave the way they do, creating a world based in a unique set of laws, the ethics od genome research, the theme of living with fear, missed opportunities for writing i...2017-08-211h 07seated at the writers table podcast#101 Writing Rock Legend Fiction From A Rock Journalist's Perspective - Robert YehlingRobert Yehling has had a long and successful career as a Rock Journalist and Author. Beginning as a teenager, Robert wrote 1000 word articles for a local paper, interviewing, among others, rock legends. Since then he's ghostwritten many well known books and penned many of his own. Robert also had a 5 year run as the Editor for American Idol Magazine and currently is the editor of the Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards Event Magazines. In this episode of "Seated at the Writer's Table" Robert and I discuss drawing inspiration from his career for his new book "Voi...2017-07-111h 02seated at the writers table podcast#100 My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 - Nia VardalosI have been waiting to bring you my interview with Actress/Screenwriter Nia Vardalos from Scriptfest. During our conversation we discussed her impressive career beginning with turning her one woman show into the blockbuster "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" to the recent release of the sequel "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2" and everything in between. Nia was so very gracious and took many questions from the audience. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on...2017-06-191h 14seated at the writers table podcast#99 The Making of "After Pluto" A 30 Minute Web Series - Lane Allison & Devin CutterCreating, Self-Funding & Producing a 30 min Web Series can be costly in time and resources if you're not prepared and surrounded by the right team. In this episode Writer/Producer Lane Allison and DP Devin Cutter of "After Pluto discuss: Self-funding, finding the right title for your project, discovering your own characters, collaborating to find your vision on screen, planning out a scene with Shop Designer, using light and camera placement to tell your story, relationships & sacrifice in the characters arc, dealing with challenges on set and much more... For past shows and to learn more about the Se...2017-05-3045 minseated at the writers table podcast#98 Casting Diector for "American History X", Writes and Directs "Dirty Bomb" - Valerie McCaffreyCasting Director for over 30 years with credits such as American X, Valerie McCaffrey, has a unique understanding of what works on screen as she takes on writing and directing her short film "Dirty Bomb". In this episode we discuss the changes in the industry, giving 30 years of notes on scripts, writing a period piece and choosing the moments you want to show, finding locations, writing dialogue that rings true, connecting to the audience to the characters and more.... Donate at: Creative Visions - 310-317-9600 For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At...2017-05-0844 minseated at the writers table podcast#97 Sharpening His Craft While Writing On Breaking Bad - Jay Roberts"Breaking Bad" TV and Film writer Jay Roberts discusses the many lessons he learned while working on the ground breaking show and how he applies those lessons to his writing today. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread the word. Please rate our show on itunes and leave comments for us. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podca...2017-04-181h 22seated at the writers table podcast#96 The 11 Fundamental Questions To Ask When Writing A Script - Aaron MendelsohnAsking questions about your characters and plot can reveal where your script will go. In this episode screenwriter and author of the book "11 Fundamental Questions" Aaron Mendelsohn, discusses the vomit draft, fundamental story mistakes, character development, fatal flaws, unconscious desires of your characters, building a strong 2nd Act, bending the rules and much more... WGA.org For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page...2017-04-031h 08seated at the writers table podcast#95 How To Write For Both Screen and Stage - Gary GoldsteinStory is story, but there are some important differences between writing for film, TV and the theatre. In this episode writer for stage and screen Gary Goldstein discusses writing his new play "April, May and June" (at theatre40, Beverly Hills, 3/16-4/16/17), using actors to help you identify voice, developing story for all formats, good characters that create good story, writing scenes to test structure, character motivations, breaking a play into beats, asking questions to define character and story. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing l...2017-03-0645 minseated at the writers table podcast#94 On The Set Of "Night Rain" - Jean Marie SpicuzzaI love being on the set of a film. In this episode I went on location to the set of the feature film "Night Rain" to speak with Writer/Actor Jean Marie Spicuzza and her cast and crew. I learned the function and tremendous value of everyone's work behind the scenes to create a compelling story on screen. Thank you to all who gave time out of their busy day to come on the show. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed our discussions. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At th...2017-02-211h 22seated at the writers table podcast#93 Character Driven Stories That Pull In the Networks - Caytha JentisHow do you find your way into the coveted pitch room? In this episode, I speak with writer/producer of "The Other F Word", Caytha Jentis. Caytha was a literary agent who turned her talents to writing and producing with the understanding of what the show buyers want and how to effectively reach them. Today she reveals her secrets and also discusses crafting scripts, what to say when you're in the pitch room, writing character driven stories and much more.. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and...2017-01-2346 minseated at the writers table podcast#92 Character, Scene, Story and Science Fiction - James Lee Nathan lllWinner of the contest "An Interview on Seated at the Writer's Table" Author James Lee Nathan lll joins me to discuss writing with a cultural context, SEO for Authors, Promoting at book shows, selling books on social media, creating the perfect scene for each character, beginning at the end of your story, developing characters, researching the locations in your novels, integrating stereotypical characteristics that are still unique into science fiction, writing with all your senses and much, much, more... For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mai...2017-01-101h 09seated at the writers table podcast#91 Finding Your Inner Truth For Writers and Actors - Barry PapickA writer who finds their inner truth, can write their inner truth into every character, relationship and storyline. In this episode, writer, actor and acting coach Barry Papick discusses his time working with Jamie Fox on "Ray", Sean Connery on "Finding Forrester", allowing an audience to participate in rather than observe your work, telling your truth, understanding the power of emotional recall, examining your life as a writer, the actor to script connection and what a writer can learn from a performance, defining and writing the fatal flaw, navigating the new TV and Film industry and much, much more...2016-12-1254 minseated at the writers table podcast#90 Provocative, Poltical & Playful. From Stand-up to Screenwriting - Upasana BehareeStand-up is a great training ground for Screenwriting. My guest Screenwriter, Actor & Director of All In A Night's Work Upasana Beharee discusses being very specific and cutting out the waste in your writing, taking what makes you mad and turning it into something that makes you laugh, turning around stereotypes, political humor in your writing, writing against the herd mentality, deconstructing a story, acting out the dialogue you write, structure of a short film, visualizing a scene, write inside the audiences mind and much, much more. Watch All In A Night's Work Now! For past s...2016-11-2836 minseated at the writers table podcast#89 Using Character Development and Theme in Science Fiction - RJ JohnsonScience Fiction Author RJ Johnson discusses character development, theme, researching current & future technology, using location to tell your story and much, much more... For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread the word. Please rate our show on itunes and leave comments for us. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/seated-at-writers-table-podcast/id980801767?mt=2 Tell us what in...2016-11-2137 minseated at the writers table podcast#88 Writing Horror In A Brand New Way and Crashing Through the Industry in the Process - Shant HamassianWhen you're fighting in the trenches of the film industry you must be resilient and clever to claw your way ahead. The Writer and Director of arguably the most renowned Horror Short ever made "Night of the Slasher" is Shant Hamassian. In this episode Shant talks about screenplays as a living breathing document, teaming up with the person who will execute the script, writing the perfect treatment, why you might want to hold back your script, holding on to your rights as a filmmaker, working the film festival circuit and much, much more.. Check out "Night of the Slas...2016-10-261h 12seated at the writers table podcast#87 Social Media Marketing To Promote Your Writing - Russell NoheltySocial Media success is highly elusive for the entrepreneur and even more so for a writer. In this episode, Author/Publisher Russell Nohelty from http://www.wannabepress.com discusses the astonishing social media strategies he uses to sell his books and the books of his authors. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread the word. Please rat...2016-10-171h 19seated at the writers table podcast#86 Writing, Directing and Pitching a TV Show - Michael Rossi & Philip MusumeciIt's not good enough to be talented in Hollywood, you also have to think outside the box, get aggressive and be clever about how you get your film made. In this episode, writer, director Michael Mateo Rossi and actor Philip Musumeci discuss the writing and making of their new pilot Vengeance as well as creative ways to find and keep investors. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and ple...2016-10-1053 minseated at the writers table podcast#85 Writing A Film With the Story As the Star - Jeanne Marie SpicuzzaWriting an Independent film with the story as the focal point is becoming more and more difficult to get funded and produced, but it's not impossible. In this episode my guest Writer, Director, Producer and Actor of "the Scarapist" distributed by Silver Streak Entertainment Jeanne Marie Spicuzza to discuss writing a film with the story as the star, launching a successful theatrical release of an Independent film, selling with your title and creating a brand with your film, self-funding your film and recovering the money, leveraging one film to fund another, writing for a budget, distributing in the on d...2016-09-1949 minseated at the writers table podcast#84 5 Common Storyline and Characterization Mistakes New Writer's Make - Leslie LaPageToday the Director of La Femme Film Festival Leslie LaPage gives the 5 Common Storyline and Characterization mistakes new writer's make in this in depth interview. Leslie sheds light on what makes a script pop, how to deal with structure, how to find the perfect opening scene, the function of dialogue in characterization and much more... For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com...2016-09-091h 06seated at the writers table podcast#83 The Definitive Guide To Getting Your Film Financed - Franco SamaHow do you give yourself the best possible chance to get your film financed? Stack the deck in your favor by thinking like an investor. My guest CEO & Executive Producer of Samaco Films gives me the step by step process he uses to fund films with budgets from 1 to 10 million dollars. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us...2016-08-291h 02seated at the writers table podcast#82 Breaking Down A Script "Beat By Beat - Todd KlickDistilling down a script minute by minute and beat by beat to understand how to construct really compelling stories. My guest Author of Scriptwriting instructional book "Beat by Beat"Todd Klick talks structure, comparisons between Stephen King & John Irving writing process, analyzing successful movies, starting with tension, escalating tension, creating conflict, moving the story forward, archetypes and much more. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our...2016-08-1555 minseated at the writers table podcast#81 Creating Comedic Writers and Actors - Kent SkovWe often believe that comedic writers and actors are a different breed, but many of the skills one would need to be successful can be taught. In this episode I speak with the owner/director of LA Connection Kent Skov about staging, spadework, learning to play yourself as a character, physical comedy, storytelling, finding the little tweaks that make a character, controlling your face to get close ups, writing chemistry between characters, the fine line between funny and not and much more.bxd3ejs3 For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's T...2016-07-2551 minseated at the writers table podcast#80 Advanced Funding Tools For Independent Filmmakers - Leslie LaPageThis is the follow up show to the premiere guide to finding alternative funding sources for your independent film. In this episode The Director of LaFemme Film Festival Leslie LaPage discusses the specific tools that filmmakers need to convince investors to fund their film. This is advice from someone who has done it! For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable He...2016-07-0830 minseated at the writers table podcast#79 Alternative Funding Sources For Independent Filmmakers - Leslie LaPageThe Premiere guide to finding alternative funding sources for your independent film. In this episode The Director of LaFemme Film Festival Lestlie LaPage discusses creative ways to find funding such as mimicking the large studios with market research, product placement and many, many other techniques. Don't miss this show. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread t...2016-07-0555 minseated at the writers table podcast#78 Writing A Novel Inspired By Your Grief - Lisa GoichHow do you deal with the death of your beloved mother? If your my guest, Author Lisa Goich, you write A Memoir in memory of her called "14 Days: A Mother, A Daughter, A Two Week Goodbye." In this touching and very funny book, Lisa recounts the last 14 days of her mother's life. In this episode, we talk about her book, her mom, how she found her publisher and the techniques she uses to market this Memoir. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community and join the mailing list, check us...2016-06-2856 minseated at the writers table podcast#77 How to Write A Compelling & Honest Bio Pic - Chris ValentiMy guest Screenwriter Chris Valenti deconstructs how to write a bio pic, interviewing friends & relatives, Save the Cat breakdowns, creating challenges for your principle subject that were real and writing comedy for screen. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread the word. Please rate our show on itunes and leave comments for us. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/seated-at-writers-table-podcast/id98080...2016-06-2139 minseated at the writers table podcast#76 Prismatics, Making the Hollywood Game Transparent - Jennie Lew Tugend & Devo Cutler-RubensteinPassion, Persistence and Partnering are the key elements to Prismatics, a comprehensive philosophy on building your dream career in Hollywood. Join me as I speak with veteran filmmakers Jennie Lew Tugend (Leathal Weapon, Free Willy) and Devo Cutler-Rubenstein (The Substitute, former Columbia TV Exec) about building memorable characters, creating compelling dialogue with subtext and the importance of networking and production experience for writers. You may hear a few stories from the set of Leathal Weapon as well! For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.sea...2016-06-1259 minseated at the writers table podcast#75 6 Steps To Creating A Great Character - Helga SchierA fantastic step by step guide to writing strong, smart & compelling characters from my guest President of With Pen and Paper, Writer, Editor and Translator Helga Schier. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com Join us on Facebook for updates and please like our page. www.facebook.com/seatedatthewriterstable Help us spread the word. Please rate our show on itunes and leave comments for us. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/seated-at-writers-table-podcast/id980801767?mt=2 Tell us what insights you took...2016-06-0654 minseated at the writers table podcast#74 Writing A Rock Opera - Chris Edgar, Jenn Page & Dave HoffmanHow do you write, produce and direct a rock opera for film? In this episode I am so excited to put my music background to good use as I speak with Creator and Writer of the very unique and clever rock opera "The Breakout" Chris Edgar as well as Director Jenn Page and Producer Dave Hoffman. This film is wonderfully crafted and beautifully shot and during our discussion Chris, Jenn and Dave told me exactly how they got it done. Enjoy the show. For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table com...2016-06-0148 minseated at the writers table podcast#73 Selling Your Film: The Quickest Route Part 2 - Leslie LaPageThis is as close as I can get to the straight deal on how to market and sell your film in the quickest and most effective way. On the show is the President at LA Media Consultants Deborah Gilels and the Director of LA Femme Film Festival Leslie LaPage to talk about creative marketing strategies and distribution for independent films as well as finding financing and getting the interest of the studios. Don't miss this one! For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.co...2016-05-2643 minseated at the writers table podcast#72 Scriptfest: The Best Place To Pitch Your Script - Bob SchultzScriptfest is a fantastic place to learn about screenwriting as well as pitch to 120 production companies, managers and agents. Co-founder and President of Scriptfest Bob Schultz discusses highlights of the 3 day event and gives valuable advice to use when you walk into the pitch room. Here are some of the highlights: HOLLYWOOD’S GREEK GODDESS: A 1-ON-1 INTERVIEW WITH NIA VARDALOS THE COMIC HERO’S JOURNEY ACE YOUR PITCH WITH ATTITUDE, CONFIDENCE & ENTHUSIASM For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www...2016-05-1431 minseated at the writers table podcast#71 Selling Your Film: The Quickest Route Part 1 - Leslie LaPage & Deborah GilelsThis is as close as I can get to the straight deal on how to market and sell your film in the quickest and most effective way. On the show is the President at LA Media Consultants Deborah Gilels and the Director of LA Femme Film Festival Leslie LaPage to talk about creative marketing strategies and distribution for independent films as well as finding financing and getting the interest of the studios. Don't miss this one! For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.co...2016-05-0738 minseated at the writers table podcast#70 Finding Reality In Science Fiction - Mike RobinsonAuthor Mike Robinson has released the 3rd book in the Twilight
Falls series, Waking Gods. In this episode, we discussed his
latest book as well as writing the vomit draft, adapting a book to
a screenplay, writing a non-linear trilogy, marketing to a
new audience, creating super fans, looking for the cool
idea, the process of self editing and making editing fun.
For past shows and to learn more about the
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we talk about analyzing a script, identifying stories and beats,
developing compelling characters, transitioning between stories,
single camera and multi-camera sitcoms, writing revealing
sub-plots, behavioral comedy, being relatable with your script,
writing an original pilot, what show runners look for in a staff,
the difference between a feature film and a TV series, capturing
the magical time of your character's life, improv to help your
writing, functioning in a writer's room and much
more.
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Join u...2016-03-0346 minseated at the writers table podcast#63 Using A Novella For Powerful Storytelling - Carole GiangrandeWhy did my guest chose to write "Here Comes the Dreamer" as a Novella rather than a novel. In this episode Novelist Carole Giangrande discusses her brand new Novella as well as writing in multiple voices, when to write a backstory, letting the characters lead you, the structure of a Novella, constructing beautiful language, nature vs nurture and family dynamics, deciding what you want to explore as a writer, breaking structural rules, using time periods and geography to affect the storytelling, using fear and tension as a backdrop, Point of View and understanding how your characters relate to events, ed...2016-02-2228 minseated at the writers table podcast#62 Theme, Foreshadowing and Classic Story Structure - Vanta M BlackThe best stories move the reader along by building tension, suspense and conflict to a resolution. How do you accomplish this when you're interweaving multiple stories from multiple historic time periods? My guest author of Oubliette, A Forgotten Little Place Vanta M Black comes on to discuss writing based on historical characters, writing with structure, busting through writer's block, pulling from other writer's classic structure, writing in first person, how locations and timelines affect the writing, the power of experiencing your locations, trying a different point of view, theme and using foreshadowing to connect and tell your stories and th...2016-02-1138 minseated at the writers table podcast#61 Entertainment Lawyers & Business Managers - Leslie LaPageHollywood functions in very specific ways and once you can understand them, you can advance your career quicker and in a more powerful way. In this episode my guest President and Festival Director of LA Femme Film Festival Leslie LaPage gives the inside scoop on Entertainment Lawyers and Business Managers. We discuss how the good and bad ones function and what you should expect.
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For p...2016-02-0337 minseated at the writers table podcast#59 Inside Hollywood: Agents & Managers - Leslie LaPageKnowing how agents and managers truly function in Hollywood is incredibly useful for writers, directors and producers. In this episode the founder of LAFemme Film Festival Leslie LaPage discusses the role of agents & managers, the percentages agents can accept vs managers, regulations to which agents must adhere, what you should do to get the most from your agent & manager, your agent & manager's true motivation, taking control of your career and how to get past the gatekeeper.
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For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com 2015-10-0646 minseated at the writers table podcast#46 Political Speechwriter Becomes A Hollywood Scriptwriter - Roger WolfsonAuthentically connecting with an audience is the key to powerful writing. In this episode, political speechwriter Roger Wolfson talks about how he went from writing for Senators John Kerry, Ted Kennedy, Paul Weston & Joe Lieberman to writing and selling scripts in Hollywood. Roger has written for “Saving Grace”, “Fairly Legal”, “The Closer”, “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and many more. He gives great advice on reading and analyzing scripts, writing themes and emotional through lines, creating conflict in scenes, pacing, the challenge of dialogue and techniques to find a voice.
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For past shows and to learn more about the Seated At the Writer's Table community, check us out at www.seatedatthewriterstable.com...2015-09-0339 minseated at the writers table podcast#40 From NY Times Female Sports Writer to Screenplay Writer - Sandra KorbinTo be a female in a male dominated profession takes belief, focus and strength. Sandra Korbin barreled her way into being the first female sports writer for the New York Times by being tenacious and talented. In this episode Sandra talks about how being a journalist taught her the importance of telling a story with everything she wrote, steps to break into Hollywood as a screenwriter and reading for language as well as story.
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2015-08-3134 minseated at the writers table podcast#39 Speculative Fiction Writing and Editing For Success - Mike RobinsonDevelopmental Editing, Line Editing and Copyediting are essential for writing a strong script and/or manuscript. Speculative fiction writer, Freelance editor and Managing Editor for the Greater Los Angeles Writer Society Mike Robinson talks about the techniques he uses to write and edit his own work as well as the work of other professional writers.
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2015-08-2743 minseated at the writers table podcast#38 From Script to Distribution - Megan Clare JohnsonThis episode is a how to guide to writing, funding, streamlining production and distributing your independent film. Script writer of Stealing Roses starring John Heard and Cindy Williams Megan Clare Johnson talks about her experience of successfully funding and filming her independent movie right here in Los Angeles, California. Enjoy the show, get educated and keep writing.
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2015-08-1333 minseated at the writers table podcast#36 Star Trek, Script Consulting and Beyond - Art Holcomb Part 1How do you create a story that has longevity? Television writer working with Star Trek The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager and Enterprise Art Holcomb says you must be aware at all times of the audience’s journey. In this episode Art discusses making an emotional connection with your audience, writing for the emotional impact of a story, designing plotlines that explore important themes, characterizations and fixing a show in trouble.
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2015-08-1037 minseated at the writers table podcast#35 Breaking Into the Young Adult Market - Danica DavidsonThe Young Adult Market is coveted by authors because it is massive and very profitable if you can make an impression. In this episode, journalist for the Los Angeles Times, CNN, Publishers Weekly and Young Adult author Danica Davidson discusses how to break in to the YA market. Danica also gives fantastic tips on creating realistic dialogue for young characters and writing for YA themes. Danica has published a popular novel set in the Mindcraft World called Escape From the Overworld and a second novel that can be pre-ordered called Attack on the Overworld.
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2015-07-0644 minseated at the writers table podcast#24 Behavior, Dialogue and Subtext in Script-writing - Ellen GersteinWhat does it take to write a one woman show? Is dialogue more important than behavior? In this episode actor/writer Ellen Gerstein answers these questions and discusses writing a script for the everyday hero. We also talked about writing heartfelt comedy to reach an audience in a profound and entertaining way as well as when to listen to and when to ignore critique.
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