Aaron Sorkin
Creator and writer of the TV series The West Wing, known for his distinctive fast-paced dialogue and walk-and-talk scenes. Also known for his work on A Few Good Men and other projects.
Top 5 podcasts with Aaron Sorkin
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Oct 13, 2020 • 1h 26min
Aaron Sorkin Talks The Trial of the Chicago 7, David Fincher & More
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.
Oct 1, 2024 • 58min
Aaron Sorkin and David Brooks: What's Character Got to Do with It?
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.
Apr 29, 2024 • 31min
Media Monday-ish: Aaron Sorkin on Biden, His Next Project & More
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.
Apr 26, 2024 • 30min
Aaron Sorkin, Live From D.C.
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.
Dec 24, 2021 • 32min
Being the Ricardos with Aaron Sorkin and David O. Russell (Ep. 340)
Aaron Sorkin and David O. Russell discuss the film Being the Ricardos, exploring the challenge of breaking away from traditional biopic structure and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. They talk about the accusations against Lucille Ball, the impact of 'I Love Lucy,' and the importance of casting and preparation in portraying the characters.
