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From Pixar story artists to writer/directors of Netflix's new animated feature IN YOUR DREAMS -
Alex Woo & Erik Benson talk collaboration, animation craft, and building stories in fantastical worlds. ✨
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From Pixar story artists to writer/directors of Netflix's new animated feature IN YOUR DREAMS -
Alex Woo & Erik Benson talk collaboration, animation craft, and building stories in fantastical worlds. ✨
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WICKED: FOR GOOD writer Dana Fox returns to talk about high-concept movie ideas - what they are, why they matter more than ever, and how to know if an idea is worth the pain of writing.
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WICKED: FOR GOOD writer Dana Fox returns to talk about high-concept movie ideas - what they are, why they matter more than ever, and how to know if an idea is worth the pain of writing.
LISTEN HERE ➡️ shorturl.at/BLAzD
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Noah Baumbach & Emily Mortimer join Lorien to talk co-writing JAY KELLY, creative partnership, and giving yourself permission to be “whimsical, wrong, and brave."
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Noah Baumbach & Emily Mortimer join Lorien to talk co-writing JAY KELLY, creative partnership, and giving yourself permission to be “whimsical, wrong, and brave."
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How do you write high-concept stories with real emotional stakes?
Writer/director Rian Johnson (KNIVES OUT, STAR WARS) joins Meg to break down how to balance high-concept ideas with intimate emotional storytelling.
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How do you write high-concept stories with real emotional stakes?
Writer/director Rian Johnson (KNIVES OUT, STAR WARS) joins Meg to break down how to balance high-concept ideas with intimate emotional storytelling.
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As we close out 2025, we’re sharing a special supercut of our guests answering the Big Questions about joy, frustration, advice, and pride.
A reflection on why we write - and why we keep going.
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As we close out 2025, we’re sharing a special supercut of our guests answering the Big Questions about joy, frustration, advice, and pride.
A reflection on why we write - and why we keep going.
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Spend Christmas with Meg, Lorien, and this week's guests - hosts of the legendary Scriptnotes podcast, JOHN AUGUST & CRAIG MAZIN.
Perfect listening for travel days or hiding from relatives. ✨
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Spend Christmas with Meg, Lorien, and this week's guests - hosts of the legendary Scriptnotes podcast, JOHN AUGUST & CRAIG MAZIN.
Perfect listening for travel days or hiding from relatives. ✨
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How do you make fearless comedy at a studio scale?
THE NAKED GUN writers Doug Mand & Dan Gregor talk structure, emotional arcs, big swings, and why committing fully to the dumbest idea might be the smartest move.
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How do you make fearless comedy at a studio scale?
THE NAKED GUN writers Doug Mand & Dan Gregor talk structure, emotional arcs, big swings, and why committing fully to the dumbest idea might be the smartest move.
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Writer Maggie Lane (HOTEL FOR THE HOLIDAYS) and producer Eric Jarboe (FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS) break down how Christmas films are pitched, sold, budgeted, and shot - plus what networks REALLY want.
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Writer Maggie Lane (HOTEL FOR THE HOLIDAYS) and producer Eric Jarboe (FALLING FOR CHRISTMAS) break down how Christmas films are pitched, sold, budgeted, and shot - plus what networks REALLY want.
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How do you write action that actually means something?
JOHN WICK creator Derek Kolstad joins us to talk character, tone, world-building, and the emotional engine behind great action writing.
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How do you write action that actually means something?
JOHN WICK creator Derek Kolstad joins us to talk character, tone, world-building, and the emotional engine behind great action writing.
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Last week, we explored the roots of imposter syndrome with counselor/healer Madaline Blau.
This week, a guided visualization from Madaline to help you reconnect to your creative center.
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Last week, we explored the roots of imposter syndrome with counselor/healer Madaline Blau.
This week, a guided visualization from Madaline to help you reconnect to your creative center.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/AH144
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This week, we begin a 2-part deep dive into the roots of imposter syndrome with counselor and healer Madaline Blau - where it starts, how it grows, and why our confidence can flip into collapse so fast.
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This week, we begin a 2-part deep dive into the roots of imposter syndrome with counselor and healer Madaline Blau - where it starts, how it grows, and why our confidence can flip into collapse so fast.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/gTPii
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JESSICA JONES creator/showrunner Melissa Rosenberg joins Lorien to talk about rediscovering your voice, finding your people, and staying grounded through decades of storytelling.
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JESSICA JONES creator/showrunner Melissa Rosenberg joins Lorien to talk about rediscovering your voice, finding your people, and staying grounded through decades of storytelling.
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Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah?
THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY creator Jenny Han joins us to talk about crafting emotion that lasts, balancing fandom expectations, and why writing about first love never gets old.
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Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah?
THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY creator Jenny Han joins us to talk about crafting emotion that lasts, balancing fandom expectations, and why writing about first love never gets old.
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This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, breaking down the core questions every writer should ask before diving into a draft - no matter where you are in your journey.
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This week we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes, breaking down the core questions every writer should ask before diving into a draft - no matter where you are in your journey.
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This week we’re revisiting our classic episode on the 90-SECOND PITCH.
Perfect prep for anyone getting ready to sell their story. 💪✨
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This week we’re revisiting our classic episode on the 90-SECOND PITCH.
Perfect prep for anyone getting ready to sell their story. 💪✨
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/yoOhM
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Fresh off his Emmy win for SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE, Jeff Hiller joins us to talk about his hilarious and deeply moving memoir Actress of a Certain Age — and why it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
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Fresh off his Emmy win for SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE, Jeff Hiller joins us to talk about his hilarious and deeply moving memoir Actress of a Certain Age — and why it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
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How do you fit K-pop, demon hunting, comedy, AND heart into one movie? 👹
Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans, the writer-directors of KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, tell us how they pulled it off.
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How do you fit K-pop, demon hunting, comedy, AND heart into one movie? 👹
Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans, the writer-directors of KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, tell us how they pulled it off.
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“Your first draft should feel like a seduction."
Oscar-winner Akiva Goldsman (A BEAUTIFUL MIND, I AM LEGEND) shares his no-BS approach to writing — from scene litmus tests to why you need to treat writing like a job.
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“Your first draft should feel like a seduction."
Oscar-winner Akiva Goldsman (A BEAUTIFUL MIND, I AM LEGEND) shares his no-BS approach to writing — from scene litmus tests to why you need to treat writing like a job.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/pWZR9
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In this rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes, we break down 8 elements every feature needs to go from fade in to fade out.
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In this rebroadcast of one of our most popular episodes, we break down 8 elements every feature needs to go from fade in to fade out.
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No stars. No big budget. Just resourcefulness + a bold idea.
Filmmaker and @nofilmschool.bsky.social host GG Hawkins tells Jeff how she pulled off her breakout feature I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND.
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No stars. No big budget. Just resourcefulness + a bold idea.
Filmmaker and @nofilmschool.bsky.social host GG Hawkins tells Jeff how she pulled off her breakout feature I REALLY LOVE MY HUSBAND.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/pnW08
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Meg talks with writer, actor, and filmmaker Eva Victor about their debut feature SORRY, BABY — a darkly funny, deeply personal story of friendship, trauma, and hope.
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Meg talks with writer, actor, and filmmaker Eva Victor about their debut feature SORRY, BABY — a darkly funny, deeply personal story of friendship, trauma, and hope.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/gcI60
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Every writer dreams of getting their script into the right hands — but what actually makes a producer want to fight for your project?
Julie Waters, producer of Sundance darling OH, HI!, has some answers.
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Every writer dreams of getting their script into the right hands — but what actually makes a producer want to fight for your project?
Julie Waters, producer of Sundance darling OH, HI!, has some answers.
🎧 LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/xUcyk
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Kaz Firpo (Marvel’s ETERNALS, RUIN) shares the timeless craft lessons that make a great screenplay — from writing scenes that land without sound, to creating emotional clarity on the page.
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Kaz Firpo (Marvel’s ETERNALS, RUIN) shares the timeless craft lessons that make a great screenplay — from writing scenes that land without sound, to creating emotional clarity on the page.
LISTEN HERE ➡ shorturl.at/FJSSy
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Meg and Lorien dive into a messy, magical stage of screenwriting: THE BARF DRAFT — your first unfiltered pass at a script.
LISTEN HERE ➡️ shorturl.at/Gf5gO
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Meg and Lorien dive into a messy, magical stage of screenwriting: THE BARF DRAFT — your first unfiltered pass at a script.
LISTEN HERE ➡️ shorturl.at/Gf5gO
#KeepWriting #TSLPodcast