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Apr 4, 2016 • 1h 3min
unSCRIPTED with Jeffrey Lieber
unSCRIPTED #17 with Jeffrey Lieber NCIS: New Orleans showrunner Jeffrey Lieber talks about how he landed his first agent, some of the differences between writing for network, cable and streaming TV, what his writing process is like and much more. Theme Music: “NPR” by Can’t Stop Won’t Stop (feat SiDizen King) / Purchase it on iTunes. […]

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Apr 4, 2016 • 29min
Ep 103 – Trevor Engelson
Trevor Engelson, a literary manager and producer known for his work on Underground, shares his journey from aspiring director to industry leader. He discusses the importance of finding a unique writer's voice and the essential role of peer feedback in navigating the screenwriting journey. Trevor also emphasizes playing to one’s strengths and the challenges writers face in maintaining a successful career. He concludes with insights about living life to the fullest, revealing personal interests like travel and gaming.

Apr 1, 2016 • 1h 21min
unSCRIPTED with Ted Sullivan
unSCRIPTED #16 with Ted Sullivan Supergirl and Revenge writer/producer Ted Sullivan talks about his comedy background, gives advice for staffing season, one of the biggest inspirations for his writing career (hint: it’s his brilliant writer cousin Mary Ellen Sullivan) and much more. Theme Music: “NPR” by Can’t Stop Won’t Stop (feat SiDizen King) / Purchase it on iTunes. […]

Mar 28, 2016 • 53min
Ep 102 – Trey Callaway
We talk to RUSH HOUR writer and co-Executive Producer Trey Callaway about the art of pitching, advice for staffing meetings, the most important things he teaches his screenwriting students, his latest project – Rush Hour on CBS and much more. NOTE: This episode was recorded live at The Nook restaurant in Encino and there may be ambient […]

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Feb 29, 2016 • 1h 8min
Ep 101 – Jesse Silver
Jesse Silver, a literary manager and producer at Mindframe Films, shares his insights on cultivating individual talent and building strong client relationships. He emphasizes the necessity of authenticity in queries and how aspiring writers can navigate the tough industry landscape. Jesse discusses the significance of networking, resilience, and the creative growth stemming from failures. He also dives into how storytelling in video games has evolved and critiques contemporary music, making connections to broader cultural narratives.

Jan 25, 2016 • 1h 7min
Ep 100 – Drew Chapman
The Ascendant author and TV writer/producer Drew Chapman talks about his new novel The King of Fear, transitioning between writing novels and TV, the experience of selling his first novel The Ascendant as a TV pilot, his early days as a bootleg T-shirt salesman and much more. Have a question about writing you’d like answered? Send […]

Dec 18, 2015 • 34min
Ep 99 – Drew Goddard
The Martian screenwriter Drew Goddard talks about what he responded to most about the novel, his experience working with Ridley Scott, what he’s most proud of about the film, what his favorite disco song is and much more. Have a question about writing you’d like answered? Send us an EMAIL! Or Tweet it to us at […]

Nov 26, 2015 • 38min
Ep 98 – Jennifer Au
Jennifer Au, a literary manager at Untitled Entertainment, shares her journey from aspiring professor to industry expert. She discusses the crucial signs that indicate when a screenplay is truly ready for submission. Au also sheds light on navigating client relationships, particularly with socially awkward writers. Current trends in the spec market come into play, highlighting the surge in thrillers and sci-fi. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of having strong material and understanding timing when querying for representation.

Nov 23, 2015 • 1h 11min
unSCRIPTED with Mickey Fisher
unSCRIPTED #15 with Mickey Fisher Extant creator Mickey Fisher talks about what he learned getting his first network TV series on the air, going from indie filmmaker and playwright to TV writer/producer, his favorite episode of TV, what he bought with his first big paycheck and much more. NOTE: This episode was recorded live at […]

Nov 14, 2015 • 42min
unSCRIPTED with Greta Heinemann
unSCRIPTED #14 with Greta Heinemann New NCIS: New Orleans staff writer Greta Heinemann talks about what writers are asked in a staffing meeting, the first thing she did after booking a staff writer gig, what she’s learned being part of her first TV writing staff and much more. NOTE: This episode was recorded live at […]