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What Went Wrong covers Hollywood’s most notoriously disastrous movie productions, digging into the behind the scenes insanity of everything from massive flops to record breaking blockbusters. Each episode, hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into a new film to explore the mind blowing (and sometimes numbing) reasons why making a movie is nearly impossible (especially a good one). Produced by David Boman. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!
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Story Nerd

Melanie Hill, Valerie Francis

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For novelists, memoirists and screenwriters who want to know how stories work so they can finish their manuscripts faster, and without frustration. Each week literary editors Valerie Francis and Melanie Hill explain the craft of storytelling using films as examples. The goal is simple: to learn from writers who have come before us...what worked well and what didn't work so well. If you want to spend more time writing your book/screenplay and less time studying story theory, this podcast is f ...
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Hollywood Hangover

Christopher Price and Joe Russo

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Joe Russo and Christopher Price are filmmakers who love disagreeing about what makes the wonderful world of cinema tick. Join them as they take a sober look at what’s happening on and off the big silver screen.
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Blockbuster

Jon Rogers, Kai Turner

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Welcome to Blockbuster, the podcast where cutting-edge technology intersects with the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry. Each month, we delve into the revolutionary realms of AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies to explore their transformative impact on Hollywood and the global media landscape. From AI-driven scripts and virtual production sets to blockchain-based content distribution and fan engagement, we uncover the innovations reshaping the creation, distribution ...
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Movies! Movies! Movies! We love ‘em even when we hate them. Join indie filmmakers Brian Cottington and John Wooliscroft who each week tackle your favorite movies both new and old..good and bad, through the lens of smart film critique with a heavy dose of comedy. So strap in to laugh about the films of Neil Breen while analyzing the works of Steven Spielberg because all are welcome to our cinematic madhouse.
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A weekly podcast reviewing one or two new release titles every episode with an occasional free-for-all segment at the end we call Potpourri. Proudly presented by ObsessiveViewer.com. A full archive of The Obsessive Viewer Podcast (as well as written reviews) can be found at ObsessiveViewer.com.
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The Time of Monsters podcast features Nation national-affairs correspondent Jeet Heer’s signature blend of political culture and cultural politics. Each week, he’ll host in-depth conversations with urgent voices on the most pressing issues of our time.
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Let's Talk - JAWS

Just Curious Media

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An addictively fun podcast immersed in anything and everything related to JAWS. Hosts: Jason Connell, award-winning documentary producer & JAWS mega fan, & Sal Rodriguez, comedian & toy expert/collector.
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An Alien in Hollywood is the story about the life and times of legendary filmmaker and “Godfather of Hollywood science fiction” Ronald Shusett. Unless you’re a Hollywood behind-the-scenes aficionado you've probably never heard of Ron. He is no less than the man who co-created, wrote, and produced three of the most influential, iconic and mind-blowing science fiction blockbusters in film history – Alien, Total Recall and Minority Report. His movies have grossed over one and a half billion dol ...
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A podcast for movie lovers, cinephiles, geeks, nerds, film junkies and anyone else that loves to talk about all things cinema. Join Nic and Tys each week as they discuss the newest trailers, recommend movies you can watch without having to get up off your couch, and share their unqualified insights and absurd opinions on all your favourite films.
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Two dudes, random subjects and talking smack. Listen if you want, don't if you don't. We're experts on nothing and fully expect this to be a car crash of a podcast. Questions, views and opinions are our own. If you're on the woke train or a preacher of veganism this probably isn't for you. Email: smacktalkcity@outlook.com
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CLASH OF THE TITLES sees two movies with something in common go head to head in a fight to the death! Well, not death. We just decide which one is better. Then kill the other! Or not. Every week Alex Zane, Vicky Crompton and Chris Tilly thrust a pair of films with a connection into the arena of combat – or, com-chat - with only one emerging as the winner! Remakes Vs Originals, Alien Rip Off Vs Alien Rip Off, Film with Talking Animal Vs Film with Talking Animal, Massive Ruddy Volcano Movie Vs ...
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Don't Kill the Messenger, hosted by movie and entertainment research expert Kevin Goetz, brings his book Audienceology to life by sharing intimate conversations with some of the most prominent filmmakers in Hollywood. Kevin covers a broad range of topics including the business of movies, film history, breaking into the business, theater-going in the rise of streaming, audience test screening experiences, and much more. Host: Kevin Goetz Producer: Kari Campano Writers: Kevin Goetz, Darlene Ha ...
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Kael Your Idols is a film discussion podcast focused on the "New Hollywood" era of American cinema. From the glamorized hippies and paranoid anti-heroes of the 60s and 70s, to the merchandise-driven blockbusters of the early 80s, join hosts Alana Gibson and Sam Ludwig as they dive into this wild period in studio filmmaking! Logo artwork by: the_illuminator
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Cinema Sesh

AJ Hamilton/Jay Salahi

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Spoiler-filled podcast where we review, breakdown and attempt to provide film-making insight about your favorite films. Join voice actor AJ Hamilton and director Jay Salahi in the Sesh and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @cinemasesh.
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Settle the Score is a weekly game show, hosted by Matt Knost and accompanied on the piano by maestro Andy Merryweather, that has contestants square off against one another to determine who has the best movie score and soundtrack knowledge.
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Ol' Nerdy Bastards

Ol' Nerdy Bastards

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Two nerdy bastards come together to review films, shows, video games, and more, while also discussing the biggest nerd news of the week. Nothing is off limits! Join us on this journey every week for one hour on Tuesdays as we debate, discuss and dissect your favourite fandom.
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Shawn Murray International Film Festival

Shawn Murray/Baobab Tree Studios

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A movie-lover’s podcast that explores classics, new releases, under the radar gems, and personal gems. Each episode will be another “weekend” at the “festival”. Shawn and guests discuss, dissect, praise, and pan the movies (both popular and obscure) that live rent-free in their heads. Each episode is another weekend at the “festival”, that sometimes features episodes focused on, Adaptations, World Premieres (movies newly released to theaters), Double Features, Matinee Classics (solid movies ...
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OMEGA MALE

Dan Mackenzie

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Dan Mackenzie hosts wide-ranging conversations exploring emergent paradigms of masculinity, the healthy evolution of men and new conceptions of manhood and maleness with a variety of compelling guests. Daniel has intentionally appropriated the rare and vaguely defined term OMEGA MALE, rebranding it to represent the emergent, kinder, more balanced ideal for male-ness which he hopes will gradually supplant the antiquated, compulsively dominant ”alpha male”.
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Zollypod

Preston Moore and Carson Terrell

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Zollypod is a biweekly podcast centered on filmmaking and the film industry. In each episode, hosts Preston Moore & Carson Terrell go behind the scenes with the artists that make movies possible while also bantering about the industry's latest, diving deep into the films that inspire them, and uncovering how cinematic technique drives storytelling.
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Now You Know

OTTplay - HT Smartcast

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OTTplay Now You Know is one podcast that brings you up to speed with film trivia, anecdotes, lesser-known facts and all the info that you had not known about your favourite films and shows. Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poocho! This is an OTTplay production, brought to you HT Smartcast.
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Money Moves is an in-depth podcast hosted by Tanya Sam and dedicated to empowering black and brown communities to end the wealth gap by providing financial planning tips with guests sharing their successes and how they balance the money moves behind their names and businesses. How are we making moves to end the wealth gap? By highlighting the celebrities making significant money moves and giving a platform to experts in the financial literacy space, an opportunity to break the myths holding ...
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The Indie Film Hustle Podcast is your #1 source for how to hack the film business and indie film world! The show is here to help as many indie filmmakers as I could. We wanted to bring the best guests, industry leaders, creative legends, and film business friends to you, the IFH Tribe. Some of the past guests include 3X Oscar® Winning Writer/Director Oliver Stone, Barry Sonnenfeld (Men in Black), Alex Proyas (The Crow, I, Robot), James V. Hart (writer Dracula, Hook), John August (Big Fish, A ...
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#StoryFirst

StoryPrima DAO

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We believe lore-heavy, story-focused NFT projects are "built to last" and will form the foundation of a new breed of hugely influential properties in gaming, entertainment, art and beyond. The #StoryFirst podcast tells the stories of the mavericks and innovators who are leveraging the power of NFTs to tell the blockbuster stories of tomorrow.
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The summer season has started with a fizzle for Hollywood, as expected hits like The Fall Guy, and Furioso have far underperformed their expectations. This isn’t a matter of a few films. Over the last few years, Hollywood is discovering that audiences are no longer reliably willing to buy tickets for the action adventure franchises that are the mai…
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Send Kevin a Text Message In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with director and producer, Joseph McGinty Nichol, better known as McG. They discuss McG's journey in the entertainment industry, starting with music videos and leading to his directorial debut with Charlie's Angels, which had, at the time, the highest-gr…
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Marcus Dunstan’s screenwriting with his partner, Patrick Melton, include such horror films as FEAST 1-3, SAW IV-V-VI& SAW 3D THE FINAL CHAPTER, PIRANHA , GOD OF WAR, FINAL DESTINATION 6, and SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK. Marcus Dunstan’s directing credits include THE COLLECTOR, THE COLLECTION, THE NEIGHBOUR, BLUMHOUSE’S PILGRIM and this summer…
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It's a battle of champions on Settle the Score today as host Matt Knost and musical director Andy Merryweather have invited back two of the absolute best players of our game in Lon Harris and Jeffrey Kan. These two fine gentlemen are always the best to hang out with plus they can play the game to its highest degree. This is a fun one! Our patreon i…
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It's a brand new season and that means Melanie and I are studying two new topics: narrative drive and conflict triangles. Conflict and page-turners are usually associated with action stories, thrillers and the like. But DOUBT is a quiet, character-driven film that is so expertly crafted it grabs the viewer's attention immediately and holds it right…
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Get ready to dive into the wild world of werewolves, corporate drama, and top-notch acting? Join us as we dissect the 1994 cult classic "Wolf" directed by Mike Nichols, starring Jack Nicholson, Michelle Pfeiffer, and James Spader. We explore the burning questions: Can Jack Nicholson's Will Randall handle his wolfy transformation while navigating of…
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Today's guest is screenwriter and Hollywood script doctor Peter Douglas Russell. I wanted to go deep into the back alleys of what Hollywood script doctors actually do in the business. Peter's conversation was eye-opening, to say the least.Peter Russell sold two television pilots in 2017. He enjoys working on projects both as a ghostwriter and as a …
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How did an Academy Award nominated director helm what’s widely regarded as one of the worst movies ever made? 2003’s “Gigli” gave us Bennifer 1.0 and torpedoed writer/director Martin Brest’s career. Find out how NOT to reverse engineer a romcom - especially when your main characters are a straight man and a lesbian. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez d…
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Joe Biden has often been described as among the most pro-Israel politicians in America, a characterization which has a large element of truth but misses some important nuances. As David Klion argues in a deeply researched essay for The Nation, Biden’s support for Israel has long been accompanied by rhetorical gestures indicating opposition to aspec…
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Into The Mystic Episode 10: Interview - Carl Gottlieb (Screenwriter - Jaws, Jaws 2, Jaws 3-D) Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez have well-known screenwriter, director, and actor Carl Gottlieb (Jaws, Jaws 2, Jaws 3-D) on the show. They discuss his legendary screenplays, his directorial debut, and his famous book The Jaws Log. Official Sponsor: Narraga…
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Simone Bartesaghi is an Italian award-winning filmmaker who has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producer) as an artist with "Extraordinary Ability in Directing”. At the age of 24 Simone received his Master’s Degree in Economics at the University of Pisa, Italy. Three years…
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We've got an incredible show for you today as host Matt Knost and musical director have invited back PLD aka Paul DiNuzzo and Dan Nye to face off against one another! These two really came to play today and we had a blast recording with them. We hope you enjoy and let us know your thoughts down in the comments. Our patreon is now LIVE!!! Head over …
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Send Kevin a Text Message In this episode of "Don't Kill the Messenger," Kevin Goetz sits down with his longtime friend, the legendary actress Sharon Stone. Sharon shares intimate stories about her upbringing, her journey into modeling and acting, and the challenges she has faced in the entertainment industry. Humble Beginnings (2:00) Sharon discus…
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We've reached the end of another season and so we're wrapping up our best advice and a-ha moments just for you. Tune in to hear what we have to say about writing female characters and using female archetypes. We also share why it's crucial for you to use the first half of your story to set up everything that happens in the second half. (Hint: it al…
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Today on the show we have author Jennifer Dornbushwho has written the book Forensic Speak: How to Write Realistic Crime Dramas. We sit down and discuss all things forensics. We even discuss the impact of the OJ Simpson case on the world of forensics. Here's a bit about her amazing book.Crime stories have always intrigued viewers and storytellers. T…
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Donald Trump does not like sharks. During his memorable encounter with Stormy Daniels, he fixated on a documentary about the predator that was playing on the hotel television and muttered, “I hope all the sharks die.” The former president returned to this topic at a recent campaign rally where he went on bizarre and lengthy digression asking what w…
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Is Stepfather 3 (1992) The Worst Direct-to-TV Horror Film? It's Father's Day and this week we are dissecting the final entry into the original Step Father franchise with the low-budget horror sequel directed by Guy Magar, starring Priscilla Barnes and Robert Whitman doing his best Terry O'Quinn impression as he slips into the shoes of the murderous…
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We whisk you off to a world of fantasy today on Settle the Score as host Matt Knost and musical director Andy Merryweather have invited back two of the world's biggest fantasy aficionados in Rachel Cushing Levine and Ashley Robinson. We crafted a very special show for these two incredible people with a dedicated round to the Lord of the Rings too! …
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Ed Gordon, as his friends call him, has more accolades in the academic world than can be listed here. Commissioned in 1956 by president Lyndon B. Johnson to lead the development of Head Start, this renowned psychology professor and researcher went on to earn a whopping NINE honorary degrees from prestigious establishments such as Brown University, …
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This week, I ride solo to review Ishana Shyamalan’s The Watchers in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on the new A24 film, Tuesday. I also talk about recent news regarding Rebel Moon’s director’s cuts, The Office sequel series, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 News - 03:…
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The 2024 summer blockbuster season is officially underway! Sho gets into George Miller's latest entry into the Mad Max universe with Furiosa (4:50) and Glen Powell and Richard Linklater's latest rom-com in Hit Man (15:40). He also takes a visit to the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (22:35), and takes a trip to Miami for Bad Boys: Ride or Die (31…
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I have been looking forward to this episode since the start of the season. I specifically selected Hanna so we could study fight scenes and weapons handling with female characters - Hanna doesn’t disappoint. I consider aspects of female fight scenes and firing pistols. Valerie wasn’t so lucky this week. Hanna is light on story because the action sc…
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Corey Mandell is a screenwriter and screenwriting instructor known for his work in the entertainment industry. He has worked as a screenwriter, script consultant, and writing coach. While he may not be as widely recognized as some Hollywood screenwriters, he has gained a reputation for his expertise in helping aspiring screenwriters develop their s…
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A bereft budget! Malfunctioning motorcycles! Two dogs looking for love in all the wrong places! This week, Chris & Lizzie speak with the writer/director/star of Garden State, Zach Braff, on how he made 2004’s little indie that could, Danny DeVito’s unlikely role in getting the film made, and just how, exactly, he scored the soundtrack of the decade…
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Join us as we dive deep into the many facets of the much-anticipated yet highly controversial "Madame Web" movie, directed by S.J. Clarkson and starring Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney. From character inconsistencies to underlying industry sexism, we've got it all covered! 🚀 🔍 Episode Breakdown: Madame Web: Worst Superhero Movie Yet? We compare "…
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Let's Talk - JAWS Episode 09: Martha’s Vineyard (Amity Island) - Jaws Tour Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez discuss Jason's recent visit to Martha’s Vineyard (Amity Island) and his captivating Jaws Tour. Official Sponsor: Narragansett Beer Recorded: 05-29-24 Studio: Just Curious Media Listen: Buzzsprout Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeartRadi…
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The Hangover boys are back with a jam-packed episode of Hollywood goodness! They discuss their own current film projects, as well as the sagging 2024 box office. ALSO: 'MoviePass: Movie Crash' punctuates a story covered on the podcast for nearly seven years, and the fun-as-hell 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' poises itself as the savior of summer movie tic…
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Stephanie was a stay-at-home mom struggling to make ends meet. Then her skill with coupons made her a national sensation. After helping millions save money, Nelson is paying it forward with a book, “Imagine More: Do What You Love, Discover Your Potential,” which aims to guide people with big dreams. And she’s not stopping there. Nelson also is offe…
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This week, I welcome Brent Leuthold back to the show to review Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, we share our thoughts on Richard Linklater’s Hit Man. We also talk about recent news regarding Mike Flanagan and The Exorcist, more AI concerns, the current state of movie th…
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Quite often, stories that don't work have more to teach us than the stories that do. Maybe Maria Semple's novel (upon which this film is based), is simply one that's challenging to adapt to the screen. Whatever the case, this move has missed the mark on some basic storytelling principles (it has too many backstory info dumps, a Deus Ex Machina, and…
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Neil Landau is a screenwriter, author, and professor known for his work in the field of film and television. He has written screenplays for various film and television projects and has also authored several books related to screenwriting and storytelling.Some of his notable works include: "Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead" (1991) - Landau co-wr…
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Get ready for the most disgusting, amoral, nastiest podcast-iest episode ever! We are delighted to bring you a discussion of John Waters masterpiece of filth Pink Flamingos. Underground cinema edges closer to the mainstream with this early 70s midnight movie and Sam and Alana both have appropriately strong reactions to its subject matter. Topics in…
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Novellas are the ace up your writerly sleeve! They enable you to practice all of the principles of storytelling in a shorter, more manageable form. That's going to make you a much better novelist because your story will be focused and you won't get lost in your manuscript. And oh, the best part? Novellas are on the rise. - V. *Script note: In the e…
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Let's Talk - JAWS Episode 08: Tribute - Susan Backlinie (Chrissie Watkins) - Jaws "First Victim" Jason Connell and Sal Rodriguez pay tribute to the late well-known stuntwoman and actor Susan Backlinie who played Chrissie Watkins, the first victim, in the iconic opening scene of Jaws. Susan Backlinie Born: September 1, 1946 Died: May 11, 2024 (77) O…
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It's a return of two of our favorites this week on Settle the Score as host Matt Knost and musical director Andy Merryweather have asked back 2/3 of The Wangers. Please join us in warmly welcoming back the always incredible Cody Hall and Christian Ruvalcaba! Our patreon is now LIVE!!! Head over to https://www.patreon.com/settlethescoreshow and join…
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This week, Mike and I review In a Violent Nature in both a non-spoiler and spoiler feature review. Then, in this week’s secondary review, I share my thoughts on Pamela Adlon’s Babes. We also talk about recent news regarding Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 News - 07:36 Feature Review In a Violent Nature (2024) -…
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Crazy Rich Asians pitches two female leads against each other - sounds excellent right? Not so fast… This should set up an epic battle of wills as one fights against traditions she doesn’t understand while the other fights to retain order and tradition. This week, I find out what happens when the protagonist doesn’t plausibly match, then surpass, t…
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Today on the show we have screenwriter, Eduardo Cisneros. He began his screenwriting career in his home country of Mexico. Working on countless television series including Saturday Night Live: Mexico. His career took an upward trajectory when he began working with one of the biggest comedy actor/writer/producer and director in the Latinx world, Eug…
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Netflix's latest series, Bodkin is a quirky series that takes a refreshing spin on the true-crime podcast phenomenon, akin to Only Murders in the Building, but with a distinctive Irish twist. Produced by Higher Ground, the production company founded by none other than Barack and Michelle Obama, Bodkin stars Will Forte as Gilbert Power, an upbeat Am…
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