Aaron Sorkin

Legendary writer and director Aaron Sorkin joins the podcast to discuss his latest film 'The Trial of the Chicago 7.' They also talk about Gal Gadot and Patty Jenkins teaming up for a Cleopatra remake, a new limited series based on Stephen King's The Stand, and the confirmation of Doctor Strange appearing in Spider-Man 3. Other interesting topics include shooting a film in black and white, speculation about Benedict Cumberbatch joining the cast of Spider-Man 3, and analyzing Spider-Man's independence in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also discuss favorite zombie movies and tease upcoming content.

Aaron Sorkin, the acclaimed screenwriter behind hits like 'The West Wing', joins David Brooks, a renowned political commentator, to discuss character development. They delve into the essence of creating compelling characters, emphasizing desires and obstacles over static traits. Sorkin shares insights from 'The Social Network', while Brooks draws on personal stories that shaped his writing. The pair stress the importance of empathy and authentic dialogue in crafting complex narratives, blending humor with the emotional rollercoaster of the writing process.

Aaron Sorkin, the brilliant mind behind The West Wing, joins actor Allison Janney, known for her role as C.J. Cregg, and fellow actor John Spencer, who played Leo McGarry. They delve into the show's dynamic 'walk-and-talk' scenes and its optimistic take on politics. The trio shares insights about character complexities and the ethical dilemmas woven into the narrative. Additionally, film critic Justin Chang discusses the ambitious journey of Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis, tying together themes of storytelling and political intrigue.

Award-winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin discusses his upcoming Jan 6 project, leaving CAA, and thoughts on Biden. Topics include AI threat to writing, political nostalgia, controversial Instagram post impact, media coverage, social media responsibility, and decision-making in choosing subjects for projects.

Aaron Sorkin discusses Hollywood, AI impact on writers, politics, and firing agents in a live episode with Matt and Peter. Topics include writer's block, AI in screenwriting, news consumption, portrayal of newsrooms, Trump's campaign coverage, misinformation, Elon Musk, and tech story adaptation.