Meg LeFauve

Meg LeFauve, an Academy Award-nominated screenwriter known for Pixar’s Inside Out and Inside Out 2, shares her insights on creativity and storytelling. She emphasizes the power of vulnerability in connecting with audiences and the importance of collaboration. Meg discusses how personal experiences shape narratives and the transformative role of emotional depth in character development. She offers practical strategies for navigating the ups and downs of creativity, encouraging listeners to embrace their emotions as essential elements of artistic expression.

Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein discuss their experience co-writing Inside Out 2, touching on the challenges of writing for animation at Pixar and the personal journey writers undertake. They explore character development, dramedy in TV shows, and the concept of a show's engine in television writing. The episode also announces the launch of TSL workshops to support and inspire writers.

Director Kelsey Mann and Writer Meg LeFauve discuss the challenges of creating a sequel to a beloved animated movie like Inside Out. They explore the emotional journey of nurturing long-term projects, finalizing movies, and portraying complex emotions in a relatable manner. The guests also delve into balancing multiple storylines, collaborating with teen girls for authenticity, and overcoming challenges with negativity and emotional absorption in the creative process.