Best Filmcourage Podcasts (2024)

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The Cheese Monger Protocol | We Won't Finish This Podcast #15 1:24:42

23d ago1:24:42

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Dive into the latest episode for an unforgettable journey into the realm of animated heist movies with "The Cheese Monger Protocol." Join our writers' room as we reimagine the classic heist genre with a twist – this time, the mice are the unlikely heroes! Follow the adventures of a retired aficionado defending his prized cheese collection against a…

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Deciding To Be An Artist For The Second Time - Sheila Houlahan 2:02:39

1M ago2:02:39

2:02:39

Be personally thanked in an upcoming Film Courage video - https://ko-fi.com/filmcourageWant to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/IfyLTBxYLY8?si=OLRVNJX8o1rjw_XYSheila Houlahan is a Webby Award Winning Indian-American actor, singer, producer, writer and advocate.Sheila played the supporting role "Paige…

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Future Of Filmmaking Is Here Now: Start Doing What You Love - Byron Q. 2:04:39

2M ago2:04:39

2:04:39

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10QCeF45aWkSupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage.Byron Q. is a Chinese American writer/director originally from the San Francisco Bay Area. His first film Bang Bang won the Best 1st feature jury award at the 2011 Los An…

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Story Maps: How To Write A GREAT Screenplay - Daniel Calvisi 1:34:32

3M ago1:34:32

1:34:32

Want to see a video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHBHjlb4y84Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage.BUY THE BOOK - STORY MAPS: How To Write A GREAT Screenplayhttp://amzn.to/2hcbRwSBUY THE BOOK - STORY MAPS: TV Drama: The Structure of the One-Hour Television Pilothttp://am…

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The Party Pact | We Won't Finish This Podcast #14 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

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In this episode Zeebz presents his uproarious movie pitch, "The Party Pact." Prepare to dive into a world of hilarity as four young roommates find themselves caught in the chaotic whirlwind of adulthood. In this comedy drama, our protagonists aren't freezing time, but rather striking a deal to halt their progression in life. As they navigate the up…

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I've Written 12 Books: Here Are Tips That Can Help Every Writer - Andrew Warren 2:44:43

3M ago2:44:43

2:44:43

Want to see a video version of this podcast?:https://buff.ly/3TGMCBNLike Film Courage and want to give back? Please support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Andrew Warren is the international best-selling author of the Thomas Caine thriller series. Andrew also writes the space fantasy series Tales of Talon under the pen name…

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The Comic Toolbox: How to be Funny Even if You're Not - John Vorhaus 2:36:21

3M ago2:36:21

2:36:21

Be personally thanked in an upcoming Film Courage video - https://ko-fi.com/filmcourageWant to see a video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfuH-7mMiPg0:00 - Unbelievable Secret Behind 99% Of All Comedy11:00 - This Is The Secret To Defeating Failure23:26 - How To Make People Love Your Art32:16 - The…

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How To Find Investors And Get Your Movies Made - Ramfis Myrthil 2:13:36

3M ago2:13:36

2:13:36

Be personally thanked in an upcoming Film Courage video - https://ko-fi.com/filmcourageWant to see a video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOS0HESd2Ao0:00 - Most Important Skills A Producer Can Have19:09 - This How A Bad Day Making A Movie Got Worse29:31 - 5 Reasons Why A Producer Will Reject A Scr…

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Y-2-Kayfabe | We Won't Finish This Podcast #13 1:31:27

4M ago1:31:27

1:31:27

In the post-apocalyptic aftermath of the Y2K disaster, the world is plunged into chaos, and surviving settlements find an unlikely source of order and entertainment: professional wrestling. The once-frivolous spectacle now dictates the fate of the remaining societies, where the outcome of wrestling matches determines governance and societal hierarc…

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30 Minute Crowdfunding Training For Beginners 32:01

4M ago32:01

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Melissa Center is an actress, award-winning filmmaker—known for intensely relatable & visceral women’s stories, a published SPEAKer, and leading "Crowdfunding Queen" who has helped creatives raise over $1M for their passion projects. As an actor, her most notable credits include roles on FBI (CBS), This is Us (NBC), Grey's Anatomy (ABC), Masters of…

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Hidden Tools For Writing A Comedy Screenplay - Steve Kaplan 2:16:19

4M ago2:16:19

2:16:19

Be personally thanked in an upcoming Film Courage video - https://ko-fi.com/filmcourageWatch the video version of this podcast on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5G0INWwQe4Enjoy Film Courage and want to support, please visit our Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. BUY THE BOOK - THE HIDDEN TOOLS OF COMEDY: The Serious B…

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How To Land A Job In Film And TV - Carole Kirschner 1:48:06

5M ago1:48:06

1:48:06

Watch the video interview on Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEoGc_htOCEEnjoy Film Courage and want to support, please visit our Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Carole Kirschner spent fifteen years as a television development executive. A former Vice President of Television for Steven Spielberg's first Amblin Enterta…

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Forensic Speak: How To Write Realistic Crime Dramas -Jennifer Dornbush 1:48:18

5M ago1:48:18

1:48:18

See the video version of this podcast here on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Swu6xmBJjHMSupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. 0:00 - This Is Why Crime Drama Is One Of The Most Popular Genres In The World11:06 - What Makes A Great Crime Story22:52 - How To Write A Better True Crime Story38:59 - First Steps To Writ…

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Making It Big In Shorts: Ultimate Guide To Making Short Films - Kim Adelman 2:31:16

5M ago2:31:16

2:31:16

Watch the video version of this podcast on Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DD3zGzHL30Enjoy Film Courage and want to support, please visit our Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage.0:00 - What Beginning Filmmakers Should Know About Short Films13:29 - 7 Reasons Why You Should Make A Short Film25:44 - Advantages To Making A S…

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Artist: Awakening the Spirit Within - Jocelyn Jones 2:13:45

5M ago2:13:45

2:13:45

Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDLvVq9SCz4Enjoy Film Courage and want to support, please visit our Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. 0:00 - Without Artists There Is No Future12:31 - Artists Need To Take Responsibility For Their Happiness28:40 - Why Thinking Is Bad44:21 - Trut…

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The Dawn of The Rise of The Origin of Dartman and Glowboy | We Won't Finish This Podcast #12 1:37:19

5M ago1:37:19

1:37:19

Welcome to "We Won't Finish This Podcast," the show where Savage, Spaceman, and Zeebz pitch movies they'll never make but desperately want to! In this episode, join our hosts on a wild ride through the world of "Dartman" and "Glowboy," two superheroes with powers that are more inconvenient than incredible. Get ready for a unique and hilarious comic…

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First 3 Hours Of Writing A Story (Starting From Nothing) - Jeff Kitchen 3:27:33

6M ago3:27:33

3:27:33

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2RlPZmz9ncSupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. 0:00 - Biggest Mistake Writers Make When Beginning A Story20:07 - How To Develop A Story From A Few Words28:20 - How To Develop A Movie Premise37:56 - How To Develop A …

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MASTERING THE PITCH: How To Effectively Pitch Your Ideas - Scott Kirkpatrick 2:00:03

7M ago2:00:03

2:00:03

Want to see a video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/n2GcL9dl4_A?si=JbtMqi3n_B8YhmWVSupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. BUY THE BOOK - MASTERING THE PITCH: How to Effectively Pitch Your Ideas to Hollywoodhttps://amzn.to/3lPyFVhBUY THE BOOK - WRITING FOR THE GREEN LIGHT: How To Make You…

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Robbin' Claus | We Won't Finish This Podcast #11 1:05:45

7M ago1:05:45

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In this very special holiday episode Zeebz presents a Christmas story about a young boy who is so devastated to learn that Santa isn't real that he dedicates his life to becoming him. This episode is brought to you by Pizza Lobo www.pizzalobo.comBy Zeebz

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Don't Quit Your Day Job To Make Movies - Jason Park 2:57:53

7M ago2:57:53

2:57:53

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/C3T4coC882A?si=B_-UX6QV5UdMusspEnjoy Film Courage and want to support, please visit our Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Jason Park is an accomplished Director, Producer, Writer, Actor, and Cinematographer. Living in Atlanta, GA with a backgr…

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Pro Writer On The Art And Craft Of Screenwriting - John Gray 2:07:14

7M ago2:07:14

2:07:14

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEvvyaZBrJISupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. BUY THE BOOK - THE DESECRATEDhttps://amzn.to/3Oj6eHnBrooklyn born John Gray is an award winning writer-director-producer of films and television, and the creator of the …

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Lifetime Subscription | We Won't Finish This Podcast #10 1:20:22

7M ago1:20:22

1:20:22

In this episode, Spaceman poses the question “If a corporation were to discover the secret of eternal life, would you enter a 1,000 year work contract to be live forever?” We Won't Finish This Podcast is a writers room show where we pitch movies to each other that we'll never make. A NEW and ORIGINAL movie every episode! SOCIALS: https://Linktr.ee/…

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A Director’s Journey And Motivational Guide For Beginners - Pete Chatmon 2:19:24

8M ago2:19:24

2:19:24

Video version of this podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbUJlosxhTM0:00 - Every Artist Must Learn How To Quit 14:17 - Mistakes A Filmmaker Makes After Sundance32:02 - What Stops Artists From Reaching Their Goals?42:35 - What Many Directors Don't Realize About Their Careers56:25 - I Wouldn't Be A Director Without This Happening1:06:48 - 4…

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The Writer's Journey: Mythic Structure For Writers - Christopher Vogler 2:16:16

8M ago2:16:16

2:16:16

Want to see the video version of this podcast?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab6z57N6evASupport us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. 0:00 - Impact Of Myths And Fairy Tales On Modern Stories10:58 - 8 Common Character Types Writers Should Know28:26 - 12 Stages Of The Hero's Journey51:12 - How The Hero's Journey Helps Writers With…

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Scare BNB | We Won't Finish This Podcast #9 1:05:48

8M ago1:05:48

1:05:48

Mark and Liz need a break from their hectic lives and decide to look for a rental cabin on a lake so their daughter Annie can have fun swimming and maybe make some friends. After an agonizing several page search, they come across the perfect place with a place to swim and all the farm fresh eggs and rustic charm they could hope for. After arriving,…

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Giant Squid Versus ... | We Won't Finish This Podcast #8 1:16:56

9M ago1:16:56

1:16:56

Present day off the coast of California, a billionaire's yacht party has a big surprise when a megafauna decides to pay a visit. Searching for the mystery of the yacht leads to a startling, and massive discovery. One that only Jack Hardball can take on. As Jack Hardball unravels layer after layer of this megafauna mystery, humanity’s place in the f…

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21 Lessons On Writing And Selling Books - Anna David 1:39:12

9M ago1:39:12

1:39:12

Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzSUq_qhzoA0:00 - How Does A Book Get On Hollywood's Radar?15:09 - 99% Of Books Won’t Make Their Money Back29:41 - The Average Author Sells 300 Copies Of Their Book43:33 - 6 Painfu…

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Immersive Storytelling For Real And Imagined Worlds - Margaret Kerrison 1:53:30

9M ago1:53:30

1:53:30

Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wi8fWGlt3XI0:00 - What Is Immersive Storytelling?15:42 - Suspension Of Disbelief: What Storytellers Should Know25:23 - How To Engage The Audience Immediately37:56 - The Story Metho…

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The Cryptid - Part Two | We Won't Finish This Podcast #7 1:12:21

9M ago1:12:21

1:12:21

Welcome to The Cryptid. After blacking out on a plane ride, how upset would you be if you woke up in different clothes at your destination? Maybe checking out the cool monster themed hotel would take your mind off the unapproved changing of your clothes. They might serve Monster Energy drinks! The staff is so weird though, and that’s coming from a …

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Biggest Differences Between Bad Movies And Great Movies - Erick Weber 2:17:30

9M ago2:17:30

2:17:30

Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Watch the video version of this podcast on Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONVJYtkgAqU0:00 - It's A Tragedy This Movie Didn't Win Best Picture16:51 - Big Difference Between 80's Movies And The Movies Today25:05 - Biggest Difference Between A Bad Movie And A Great Movie38:…

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The Cryptid - Part One | We Won't Finish This Podcast #6 1:03:35

10M ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Cryptozoology has nothing to do with Gigapets, but is a pseudoscience that studies legendary animals or monsters like Bigfoot, the presumably lonely Loch Ness Monster, Mothman, and so on. If you were a Cryptozoologist that was really into Bigfoot, what would you have in your home office? Maybe you would have a bunch of stuff like this Bigfoot Museu…

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This Interview Is Better Than Most Hollywood Sequels - Chris Gore 6:33

10M ago6:33

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Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Want to see the video version of this podcast? https://youtu.be/N0-nPVAGCCU?si=eNJgA0g0XcCZJLyR0:00 - Chris Gore's Top 10 Movies Of All Time (Unofficial)12:30 - Independent Filmmakers Need To Cast Better18:34 - How To Kill An Iconic Character32:43 - Why Are There So Many Bad Hollywood…

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12 Essentials To Being A Professional Screenwriter - Christian Elder 3:16:12

10M ago3:16:12

3:16:12

Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Want to see the video version of this podcast? https://youtu.be/n_ehpqVUrzA?si=8sdoIiCWuiUG3oeNBy Filmcourage

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The Writer's Room Survival Guide - Niceole Levy 1:59:54

10M ago1:59:54

1:59:54

Support us on Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Want to see the video version of this podcast? Visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EumHXsDZBqo0:00 - What Writers Should Know About TV Writing Programs12:40 - 7 Key Benefits To TV Writing Programs22:15 - Key Factors To Being Hired As A TV Writer32:42 - How Fate Factors …

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Masterclass On Selling A Movie And The Money They Make - Glen Reynolds 2:25:28

11M ago2:25:28

2:25:28

Want to watch the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/EtPv_ppbN0E0:00 - 3 Reasons Why Filmmakers Should Hire A Producer's Rep9:14 - 3 Reasons Why You Should Submit To Film Festivals22:38 - Harsh Truths About Selling A Movie34:28 - What Filmmakers Don't Understand About Distribution48:03 - Why 86 Percent Of Film…

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The Authentic Actor: The Art and Business of Being Yourself - Michael Laskin 2:09:55

11M ago2:09:55

2:09:55

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYOKr5S4YvU0:00 - Talent Cannot Be Taught9:05 - Most People Don't Want Massive Success22:12 - It Takes Most Actors 20 Years To Learn This Lesson41:22 - How To Boost Confidence53:30 - What Happens When an Actor Faces a "Bad Script"?1:11:25 - Why …

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Beginners Guide To Being A Director In The Movie Industry - Jason Satterlund 3:29:37

11M ago3:29:37

3:29:37

Want to see the video version of this podcast?https://youtu.be/sxR8EJnMKkEJason Satterlund is an award winning film director who has been working on films for over 25 years. He has extensive experience in all areas of production including directing, producing, writing, cinematography, and editing. He works all over the world directing, commercials,…

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Floor Hockey: Sport of Kings | We Won't Finish This Podcast #5 1:04:34

11M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Could the new Dad in town step in when he's needed the most to lead a ragtag group of kids to floor hockey glory? What bumps in the road could we expect when training up our group of youths, including your son and Mullet McMichaels, the All American defenseman? Could there be a mentor out there somewhere? Maybe Hook Murphy, with his tragic wrist sh…

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On-Camera Acting Class Audit - Brian Cutler Actors Studio 2:05:12

12M ago2:05:12

2:05:12

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/1kRIUlPABe4SCHEDULE FREE AUDIT WITH BRIAN CUTLER ACTORS STUDIOhttps://www.actorsstudio.comWith an emphasis on performance more than lecturing, Brian Cutler Actors Studio [Burbank, CA] has refined a teaching process that trains actors to get out, smash the audi…

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Sujata Day On Rejection, Issa Rae, Her Film Debut and Screenwriting 1:43:59

12M ago1:43:59

1:43:59

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/d_dWCSRBQzESujata Day advises against putting a time limit on becoming a working professional in the film industry. She believes that art shouldn't be rushed and that setting arbitrary deadlines can hinder success. Instead, she suggests embracing the journey, …

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The Moon Problem | We Won't Finish This Podcast #4 59:13

12M ago59:13

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The invention of the telescope is a pivotal moment for this story. Aside from the Double Decker taco, it may be the most important milestone in human history. What if there were traces of an intelligent civilization on the Moon? What would that mean to humans throughout moments in history as technology advances? What could humans even do with the i…

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What Makes Star Wars Genius? It's Not Hard To Figure Out... 29:07

1y ago29:07

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Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/_rHHNTrOgNkThis Film Courage video discusses various aspects of the Star Wars franchise, including the initial vision of George Lucas, the creation of a rich story world, the use of off-screen events to engage the audience's imagination, the development of com…

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Honest Truth About Movie Criticism - Scott Menzel 2:26:53

1y ago2:26:53

2:26:53

The video version of this interview here on Youtube:https://youtu.be/zlApLDUOHu0Editor-In-Chief of We Live Entertainment and Hollywood Critics Association Founder Scott Menzel shares how growing up with a passion for drawing as a kid shaped his love for cinema. As a film reviewer and cinephile, Scott shares how his favorite films are not always to …

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Beginners Guide To Making Movies That Make Money - J. Horton 2:17:03

1y ago2:17:03

2:17:03

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here.https://youtu.be/1B9k3b_StaASUBSCRIBE TO J. HORTON’S YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://www.youtube.com/JHortonFilmmaker, Youtube Creator and Producer of many feature films and documentaries, J. Horton is known for boldly crossing genre boundaries and 'getting it done." In addition to his…

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Bork Almighty | We Won't Finish This Podcast #3 51:55

1y ago51:55

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You are the Orb Master in this story, but could your real life acquaintances embarrass you in front of your online friends? Will you let your gaming nemesis take your spot as Orb Master? If you were in an online game tournament, would your gamer fuel be Brisk Iced Tea or would you fill it with Mountain Dew and appearances be damned? It has to pair …

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The Executive Chair: A Writer’s Guide To TV Series Development - Kelly Edwards 2:23:29

1y ago2:23:29

2:23:29

Want to see the video version of this podcast? Please visit Youtube here:https://youtu.be/pWDzzc4HeGcBUY THE BOOK - THE EXECUTIVE CHAIR: A Writer’s Guide to TV Series Development https://amzn.to/3JZSNKwAs HBO and WarnerMedia’s SVP of Talent Development for seven years, Kelly Edwards oversaw all of the emerging artists programs for HBO, HBOMax, and …

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The Underside | We Won't Finish This Podcast #2 1:16:52

1y ago1:16:52

1:16:52

What if you could quit your job with Big Globe and buy a boat? Would you take it to the open seas and try to find the edge of the world? Maybe you could connect all the dots the news is showing you if you weren’t so mung about your career. You are a Flat Earther before modern internet and cell phones and you are ready to make your hero’s journey, y…

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Beginner's Guide To Being A Writer - Tony DuShane 2:47:53

1y ago2:47:53

2:47:53

Watch the video version of this podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T40VatyO6xkWant more writing videos? Check out our collection on Youtube here:https://bit.ly/2JZJXTiTony DuShane is the author and award-winning screenwriter of Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk. The book was published by Soft Skull Press and the feature film, directed b…

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Bunker Time Machine | We Won't Finish This Podcast #1 1:06:24

1y ago1:06:24

1:06:24

What would you do if you were among a select few people trusted to safeguard a reset button for the world? There’s a book where the collective knowledge of all resets is kept, but would it show you a future that may have already come to pass that was reset? Is it Back to the Future rules or is it Hot Tub Time Machine? How does aging work in a void …

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The Origin Story | We Won't Finish This Podcast #0 50:02

1+ y ago50:02

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Spaceman and Zeebz explain why they’re not finishing this podcast. The hosts discuss their early life and what drew them to the creative aspect of writing and creativity. Eventually, an old acquaintance dangles an opportunity to make a cartoon. You guessed it, things didn’t pan out, but that didn’t stop Spaceman and Zeebz from having fun with some …

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