On this episode of In the Cut Podcast, we paddle up Schitt’s Creek to discuss Season 4, Episode 6, “Open Mic.” Rae and guest Joya McCroy (ABBOTT ELEMENTARY) cover comedy writing structure, David and Patrick’s heartfelt open mic, and Moira’s unforgettable one-liners showcase the show’s perfect balance of comedy and emotion. Plus Joya shares what it's like to attend the Emmy's and her tips for writing a compelling pilot. If you love Schitt’s Creek, or just want to learn more about classic sitcom writing, this is the deep dive for you.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro - In the Cut Podcast 

00:17 Schitt’s Creek Episode Summary & Context 

01:07 Meet Joya McCroy (Abbott Elementary Writer) 

01:58 Fade In/Fade Out: Schitt’s Creek Edition 

03:21 Why Joya Chose Schitt’s Creek “Open Mic” 

06:22 Cold Open Breakdown – A Baby on the Way 

11:10 Where Did All the Episodic TV Comedies Go? 

15:29 David & Patrick’s Open Mic – A Perfect TV Moment 

20:07 Joya McCroy on Her Writing Journey in Hollywood
 

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Host & Executive Producer: Rae Benjamin 

Director & Executive Producer: Joseph Fuentes 

Original Music by: Michael Shann aka MadOne 

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Season 2 Credits:

Key Set PA

Jose Medina Rodriguez

Set PAs

Cathie Arteaga 

Julio Correa 

Jordan Patton 

Terrence Little 

Michael Shann III

Post-Production PA

Johan Barry

Writer’s Assistants

Ra Djhuty 

Balla-Gabriele Laura Ferdinand 

Keith A. Wallace

PR/Marketing Assistants

Marcy Best 

Tiffany D. Pinkney