In this episode, Smish interviews Ezra W. Nachman (aka @whinefields), staff writer on NBC’s MANIFEST. They talk about Ezra’s journey to becoming a writer, from his parent’s aspirations for him to be a lawyer, to not being allowed to watch movies or TV as a child. Ezra discusses how his time at USC Film School led to his first job as a writer’s PA and ultimately placing in contests & fellowships. Smish & Ezra discuss the trajectory of his career, becoming a staff writer, and the effects the pandemic has had on a writer’s room.

Ezra breaks down the positions on a show, and best of all, shares his invaluable advice for successful networking!

Highlights:

(1:04 ) How Ezra began his journey in screenwriting

(6:45 ) THE SOPRANOS sparked a love for TV & film that he couldn’t ignore

(18:47 ) How to break into TV and the roles on a show

(31:55 ) Job of a Writer’s Assistant on LETHAL WEAPON

(48:48 ) Ezra’s tip to networking

(52:21 ) Becoming a staff writer on MANIFEST

(1:08:49 ) How has the writer’s room & production been affected by the pandemic?

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