Writers Group Therapy
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Writers Group Therapy is a podcast by writers for writers. We cover timeless topics for writers on the craft, important issues related to the business of writing, and interviews with up-and-coming and established writers, agents, and other people who will appear in a writer's life at some point in their journey.
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On this session of Writers Group Therapy we have with us New Zealand writer/director Christine Jeffs to talk about her new medical drama “A Mistake” starring Elizabeth Banks. Previously Christine directed Amy Adams and Emily Blunt in “Sunshine Cleaning,” and Gwyneth Paltrow in “Sylvia.”
SHOW NOTES:
"A Mistake" on IMDB
Christine Jeffs on IMDB
On Writers Group Therapy, I am joined by the Award-winning author and journalist Alex Temblador to talk about her recently release ground-breaking book “Writing an Identity Not Your Own: A Guide for Creative Writers.” Alex received her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Central Oklahoma and has taught creative writing seminars, workshops and classes with the Women’s Fiction Association, WritingWorkshops.com and the Writer’s League of Texas. She has spoken about diversity at many festivals, conferences and universities as well as SXSW.
Book website: writinganidentitynotyourown.com
Alex's website: alextemblador.com
On IG, X and Threads: @alex_temblador
This summer, AI-related disruptions left the entertainment industry reeling. From video game devs and VO artists strikes over unregulated AI use to protests at Warner Bros. Studios, it's clear that the rapid advancements in AI technology are causing major waves. In this episode, we explore the relationship between AI innovation and human creativity, and ask the question: can these two forces coexist in the world of storytelling?
SHOW NOTES:
As AI Encroaches on Hollywood, Animators Say This Is An Existential Moment
Hollywood’s Divide on Artificial Intelligence Is Only Growing (THR)
AI Tools:
Claude
Pi.ai
Adobe Express Generative AI
Leonardo.ai
In this session of Writers Group Therapy we discuss Netflix’s visually stunning and narratively compelling“Our Living World” with award winning producer and show runner Ben Roy. Ben has worked across many genres and platforms, creating content for Channel 4, the BBC, PBS and Animal Planet. He has produced adventure and wildlife shows for Discovery, National Geographic and Smithsonian channels.
SHOW NOTES:
Our Living World on IMDB
Our Living World on Netflix
Producer Ben Roy on IMDB
In this session of Writers Group Therapy, we have with us Lauren Pomerantz, the writer of the new comedy feature “Am I Okay?" that streams on Max starting June 6th. Lauren has previously written for TV on The Ellen DeGenes Show, Saturday Night Live and Community. She brings her comedy chops to “Am I Okay,” which debuted at Sundance in 2022 and stars Dokota Johnson and Sonoya Mizuno.
SHOW NOTES:
Am I Ok? on IMDB
Lauren on IMDB
Wooby & Fotty YouTube series
In this session, our guest this session is screenwriter and screenwriting teacher Tom Vaughn. Tom teaches screenwriting at The University of Houston, his alma mater, and online, he offers tons of free writing advice online through his daily posts on X and his weekly Story and Plot newsletter, which has nearly 5000 subscribers.
SHOW NOTES:
Storyandplot.com
On IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1129343
Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/storyandplot
In this session of Writers Group Therapy, we are talking with Brett Wagner, the writer and director of The Big Bend, a thriller borne out of an experience he had with his own family in the deep desert of west Texas. His award winning shorts “Chief” and “Care” appeared at Sundance, the LA International Short Film Festival and received a BAFTA award of excellence, and qualified for the Academy Awards.
SHOW NOTES;
Trailer: https://youtu.be/fyKelEO-v_0
The Big Bend on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0994587/
Brett Wagner on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10536088/
Review: https://www.showbizjunkies.com/movies/the-big-bend-review/#google_vignette
Brett on Instagram: @Wagnerific
The Big Bend on Instagram: @theBigBendmovie
The Big Bend Facebook page
In this session, horror fans will be excited to hear from The First Omen screenwriting team of Arkasha Stevenson and Tim Smith who also directed and produced the film respectively. We discuss their passion for the original that drove their process in creating a terrifying prequel to the Richard Donner classic.
Arkasha and Tim are a team who have written and produced projects for AMC, Hulu, Netflix, SyFy and Amazon including Channel Zero: Butcher’s Block, Legion and Briarpatch.
SHOW NOTES:
The First Omen: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5672290
The Omen - 1976: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075005
Arkasha: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6674331
TIm Smith: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5654281
“The Omen” Cursed Production: https://collider.com/the-omen-curse-production
We talk with “A Bit of Light” screenwriter Rebecca Callard and Director Stephen Moyer (Bill Compton on “True Blood”) about their touching slice of life film that stars Anna Paquin, Ray Winstone and newcomer Luca Hogan.
***Spoiler note: Contains some spoilers***
SHOW NOTES:
Stephen Moyer on X
Stephen Moyer on IG
A Bit of Light on IMDB:
What happens when writers say and do stuff that comes back to haunt them? We discuss how the industry reacts to the personal actions of writers and what you should be cautious of when posting and vlogging.
SHOW NOTES:
James Gunn Fired From ‘Guardians Of The Galaxy’ Franchise Over Offensive Tweets
Star Wars: All 18 Fired & Replaced Directors In the Disney Era
Publisher drops author for using fake accounts to ‘review-bomb’ peers
Brooklyn lawyer turned actor and author Steve Schlam discusses is new novel “The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane” that was released by 8th House Publishing. Steve studied under Joseph Heller, the renowned author of “Catch-22” at City University of New York where he earned his Master’s in Creative Writing and English.
SHOW NOTES:
Steve's Website: www.steveschlam.com
8th House Publishing Shop
Buy on Amazon
Buy on Barnes&Noble
About the Book
On this session, “Barry” co-executive producer and writer Duffy Boudreau talks about writing the award winning Max series as well as his earlier work in comics and journey from Oklahoma to Washington to Los Angeles.
Editor Note: The day after recording our interview with Duffy Boudreau, “Barry” was nominated for Best Comedy Series in the WGA Awards.
SHOW NOTES:
Barry on IMDB
Duffy Boudreau on IMDB
Fashion was the first to get “fast” with “Fast Fashion.” Then saw the rise of “Fast Publishing” and “Fast Music.” Is Hollywood the next creative realm to get to the cheap and trendy treatment? We discuss what is “fast” and how it’s going to come for Hollywood.
SHOW NOTES:
TikTok Is Turning the Publishing World Into Fast Fashion
Fast Fashion an music festivals and concerts
Asylum movies and the blockbusters they ripped off
In this session, we chat with Jenna St. John, the writer/actor/producer whose indie comedy series “Sexpectations” reach #3 on the top comedies list on iTunes/AppleTV ahead of “Parks and Recreation.”
SHOW NOTES:
Jenna on IMDB
“Sexpectations” on IMDB
Facebook
Instagram
Apple TV
Special guest, producer and screenwriter Ed Solomon talks about his writers journey and new show “Full Circle” on Max. Ed is know for writing blockbusters like “Men in Black,” “Charlie’s Angels,” and “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.” His latest show “Full Circle” featuring Claire Danes, Dennis Quaid and Timothy Olyphant is streaming on Max.
SHOW NOTES:
Ed Solomon on IMDB
“Full Circle” on IMDB
Watch “Full Circle” on Max
Words By Words Show Patreon Page
About "Full Circle": An investigation into a botched kidnapping uncovers long-held secrets connecting multiple characters and cultures in present day New York City.
In this episode, we fill out our 2024 Industry Bingo cards with our predictions for the entertainment industry. Some predictions cover AI, unions, streaming, influencers, pilot season, and more.
SHOW NOTES: None this episodes
This session we expound on the Black Friday and Holiday deals that might appeal to writers and filmmakers. We also discuss writing holiday movies and what are the key elements that go into them.
SHOW NOTES:
Writing Christmas Films & Navigating the Holidays: The ULTIMATE Guide
7 ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF GREAT HOLIDAY MOVIES
Pi.ai - a conversive AI Chatbot
The 61 Best Thanksgiving Movies: Your Holiday Movie Feast
(I guess there were more Thanksgiving movies than we thought!)
Writer/Director Jeffrey Crane Graham discusses his new award-winning, John Hughesian coming of age dramedy “Always Lola” that is premiering for rent/purchase on most streaming platforms including Amazon Prime, YouTube and AppleTV. Jeffrey also teaches screenwriting and produces and cohosts the podcast “The Screen Writing Life.”
SHOW NOTES:
Always Lola on IMDB
Apple TV
The Screenwriting Life
Jeffrey’s website and screenwriting class
In this session we discuss the state of Hollywood post WGA strike while the SAG-AFTRA strike continues, as wells our own personal writing updates.
SHOW NOTES:
Box Office: Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ Is No. 1 With $33M, ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Rides to $23M
2023 Premiere Dates For New & Returning Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming
Richie Billing is a UK-based author, podcaster and writing instructor whose debut novel, “Pariah’s Lament” was published in March 2021 by Of Metal and Magic Publishing. We discuss his writing, teaching and more.
SHOW NOTES:
Richie’s Website: www.richiebilling.com.
The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed podcast
Fantasy Writing Classes
Richie Billing bio
Richie Billing writes all kinds of stories, but mostly fantasy fiction. His tales often explore real-world issues, zooming in on the characters and their troubles.
His short fiction has been widely published, with one story adapted for BBC radio.
His debut novel, Pariah's Lament, was published by Of Metal and Magic Publishing in March 2021.
Richie also hosts the podcast The Fantasy Writers’ Toolshed, a venture inspired by the requests of readers of his acclaimed craft book, A Fantasy Writers’ Handbook.
When not writing, Richie works as an editor and digital marketer and teaches creative writing both online and in his home city of Liverpool.
Most nights you can find him up into the early hours scribbling away or watching the NBA.
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I really like this podcast, just wish it was a bit longer. You guys touch on a lot of good stuff and only talk a little about it.