The final edit of a movie is treated like the script and broken down for tips and tricks! Featuring Jamie Nash, author of Save The Cat Writes For TV, Jimmy George, Producer/Co-Writer of WNUF Halloween Special, and another guy!
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The Pestle: In-depth Movie Talk, No Fluff | Film Review | Spoilers
Wes Evans: Actor, Filmmaker, Director, Writer; Todd Sapio: Actor, Producer, Musician, Athlete
Cinema lovers unite! Two actors and filmmakers decided to cut through all the fluff and start a movie podcast where they actually discuss the film and not a million other things you don’t care about. Covering the obvious (did you like the movie?) while diving a little deeper (what is Interstellar really about? is there a bootstrap paradox?) we are having an in-depth conversation about movies and see if they hold up to scrutiny, and maybe even inform us about life or moviemaking itself. Becau ...
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Delve into the intricacies and atrocities of the silver screen with the BOP Crew! We plumb the depths of cinematic pop culture to bring you reviews on new releases and classics alike — be they obscure indie gem or loud blockbuster; audio commentary tracks that deep-dive beloved (and not-so-beloved) movies and franchises; and a merry band of industry guests ranging from actors, writers, directors, and more! Tired of all the snide and negative movie podcasts? Here, we stick to what we like and ...
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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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Two ATP Superfans Talking Tennis. Jade Culph (Culphman) is a former Collegiate All-American Athlete in the sport of Tennis, and is a sought after sports writer, speaker and broadcaster. Josh Liston is a long-time Podcaster, short-time Comedian, and complete Tennis Tragic.
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The Post-Credit Podcast -- hosted by Eric Italiano (Senior Writer, BroBible.com) and Cade Onder (Gaming Writer, ComicBook.com) -- takes a look both backward and forward at everything from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to Netflix miniseries, from summer blockbusters to underrated streaming hits, and everything in between. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/postcredpod/support
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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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Lorehaven explores fantastical stories for God’s glory: fantasy, sci-fi, and beyond.
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Podcast of policy and book forums, Capitol Hill briefings and other events from the Cato Institute Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Designing Hollywood Podcast is dedicated to "All Things Movies' and all film industry professionals! Created & Founded By Designing Hollywood LLC High profile host's and guest's from costume designers, directors, producers, writers, actors & agents in the industry! Excited to be bringing you some fascinating (Q&A) behind the scenes stories and informative educational episodes! Designing Hollywood collaboration with Costume Designer Marilyn Vance. Marilyn's award winning costume designs have ...
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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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Join host Sam Sanders as he guides you through the biggest pop culture stories, trends, and ideas we can’t stop thinking about. With help from Vulture friends and the occasional celebrity, Into It is answering all of the important questions. What summer blockbusters are worth your time? Do we really know Taylor Swift? What does the future of TV look like? New episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. From Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Welcome to The Writers Block. Each week the three of us will pitch a movie idea. We will then rate and vote on a winner at the end. Join us for the banter and fun!
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We tell inspiring stories about people who do amazing things for others.
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An exploration of the spiritual terrain on the far side of conventional religion. A sanctuary for seekers.
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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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Let's Watch It Again offers a unique blend of humor and analysis on a wide array of films. Hosted by Rob Lee and an array of guests from writers, artists and media personalities, this podcast delves into movie anniversaries, blockbusters, and cult classics, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of cinematic masterpieces and their impact on pop culture. Each episode features a thorough review and retrospective look at the historical context, cultural significance, and legacy of film ...
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*** The RJ Ochoa Show is now The NFL Podcast *** Total NFL football podcast airing weekly. Hosted by InsideTheStar.com Staff Writer, RJ Ochoa. Provided by Slant Sports Audibles.
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Every week we bring you the latest news in Movies and Television. It's friends getting together and talking about what they love or hate in the genre. We aren't experts, we're not critics, we're not writers but we are FANS! We're called The Leftovers for a reason. We're like Danny DeVito in Twins. All the talent and originality went into the other podcasts. All the crap that was left over...went into what you listen to on this show. We talk about the latest movies in MARVEL like Spider-Man: ...
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Bookworms Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa chat with India's best contemporary writers like Manu Pillai, Lisa Ray, Avni Doshi and more. If you've always wanted to know about your favourite writers' routines, where they get their ideas from, how they deal with rejection and more, then this podcast is for you. Listen to some of India's most talented minds reveal their creative secrets!
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Luke Lapinski delivers the fastest 2 hours in Arizona sports, with a unique perspective on the biggest stories of the day as well as a real time look at what's going on in sports.
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BEHIND THE PANEL is a SYFY WIRE podcast documentary series that celebrates everything comics. Guests include legendary DC/Marvel writers and artists (like Jim Lee, Frank Miller, and Neal Adams), hit creator-owned stars (including Karen Berger, Pia Guerra, and Becky Cloonan), as well as the talents behind comic-book movie/TV adaptations (like Kevin Conroy, Burt Ward, and Lindy Hemming). As well as the exclusive, personal stories shared on the podcast, every episode features an original music ...
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Jamie, Jimmy and Bob really, really love sand and to prove it they breakdown the script to Denis Villeneuve's DUNE: PART TWO.
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BONUS EPISODE: The Director's Six Senses with Simone Bartesaghi
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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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Sharon Stone (Award-Winning Actress, Activist, & Painter) on Her Hollywood Journey (Part 1 of 2)
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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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Our Best Advice: female characters + setups and payoffs
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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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Panel IV: Looking Ahead: October Term 2023
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Cato’s annual Constitution Day symposium marks the day in 1787 that the Constitutional Convention finished drafting the U.S. Constitution. We celebrate that event each year with the release of the new issue of the Cato Supreme Court Review and with a day‐long symposium featuring noted scholars discussing the recently concluded Supreme Court term a…
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Panel III: Blockbuster Cases—Affirmative Action, Elections, and Student Loans
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Cato’s annual Constitution Day symposium marks the day in 1787 that the Constitutional Convention finished drafting the U.S. Constitution. We celebrate that event each year with the release of the new issue of the Cato Supreme Court Review and with a day‐long symposium featuring noted scholars discussing the recently concluded Supreme Court term a…
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Panel II: Freedom of Expression and the First Amendment
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Cato’s annual Constitution Day symposium marks the day in 1787 that the Constitutional Convention finished drafting the U.S. Constitution. We celebrate that event each year with the release of the new issue of the Cato Supreme Court Review and with a day‐long symposium featuring noted scholars discussing the recently concluded Supreme Court term a…
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Welcoming and Panel I: The Limits of State and Federal Power
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Cato’s annual Constitution Day symposium marks the day in 1787 that the Constitutional Convention finished drafting the U.S. Constitution. We celebrate that event each year with the release of the new issue of the Cato Supreme Court Review and with a day‐long symposium featuring noted scholars discussing the recently concluded Supreme Court term a…
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Cato’s annual Constitution Day symposium marks the day in 1787 that the Constitutional Convention finished drafting the U.S. Constitution. We celebrate that event each year with the release of the new issue of the Cato Supreme Court Review and with a day‐long symposium featuring noted scholars discussing the recently concluded Supreme Court term a…
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IFH 755: How to Write for CSI Vegas, NCSI & Law & Order SVU with Jennifer Dornbush
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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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217. How Did Publishers Steward the Blockbuster Left Behind Series? | with Dan Balow
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The year is 1995. A new creative power has arisen, partnering a Christian marriage/prophecy teacher with a “journeyman” author of fiction and sports biographies. Together they forged a Christian thriller juggernaut that later hit The New York Times bestseller list and started global conversations about the world’s ending. How did the Left Behind se…
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Ep 280: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” (2017)
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We drop into Dwayne Johnson’s respawn of an old classic, “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” and discuss: Cinematography, shooting night for night instead of day for night; Story & Writing, physical comedy, character arcs; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “Being in the same room with people and creating something together is a good thing.“ –…
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Crazy, Stupid, Love Costume Designer Dayna Pink
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DAYNA PINK is best known for her costume design in the romantic comedy “Crazy, Stupid, Love,” starring Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling and Julianne Moore. She has worked with Carell three times, most recently on “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone” and the romantic drama “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World.”She recently completed the costume design …
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EPISODE 9: DR. EDMUND W GORDON legendary educator and mentor, 103 years old and still publishing!
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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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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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IFH 754: Screenwriting Secrets from Hollywood with Corey Mandell
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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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216. Why Do Christians Fight Over End-Times Prophecies? | E. Stephen Burnett vs Zackary Russell
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It’s the end! It’s the end! Or rather, this could only be… the beginning. Sure, it’s cliché to doomsay, but Christians have enjoyed doing this for centuries. So, next week, Stephen and Zack want in on this end-times debating action. This will be a knock-down, drag-out, facts-and-feelings fight that will divide denominations and result in a lot of c…
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We rub George Miller’s “Three Thousand Years of Longing” and discuss: Cinematography, how compositing, motion blur, and depth of field help tell the story; Story & Writing, Enzo, Storytelling; Wes rants about why this movie may not have done well in theaters; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “If I had a flower for every time I thought of …
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‘Coupon Mom’ Stephanie Nelson: On Faith, Hard Work and Helping Others
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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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McG (Acclaimed Director & Producer) on Directing Hollywood Blockbusters and the Power of Audience Research
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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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Where'd You Go, Bernadette: deus ex machina
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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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IFH 753: Screenwriting for Netflix and Television with Neil Landau
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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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215. What if Heroes Made Robots to Save Jews? | Breath of Bones with Tricia and Nathan Goyer
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In the days of the second World War, the Nazi party is taking over Europe and persecuting the Jewish people. But this time, one respected journalist and the descendent of a famous rabbi join forces to create a new mystical being to guard the innocent: the golem. How does that go? Tricia Goyer and Nathan Goyer know, and they’ll join us in the studio…
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We stowaway in George Miller’s “Furiosa” and discuss: Story & Writing, mercy in the wasteland, teleporting; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “When life itself seems lunatic, who knows where madness lies? Perhaps to be too practical is madness. To surrender dreams — this may be madness. Too much sanity may be madness — and maddest of all: …
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#9 - Djokovic's Early Form at Roland-Garros & Nadal v Zverev was a Round 1 Blockbuster (p2/3)
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Part 2/3. Djokovic's Early Form at Roland-Garros Nadal v Zverev was Awesome Quality Spread the word about the show and we'll give you a shout on the Pod. https://JCALdigital.org https://www.instagram.com/beergardensports/ ... Episode Theme Song is 'Fight Night' by Soundridemusic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P76knk9dAkI - check out their YT Chann…
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#8 - I've Got A Problem! Lousy French Open Coverage & Tommy Paul's Trucker Hat (p1/3)
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Part 1/3. New Segment Alert! I've Got A Problem! Culphman: Lousy French Open Coverage on Australian Free-to-Air. Josh: Tommy Paul's Trucker Hat. Spread the word about the show and we'll give you a shout on the Pod. https://JCALdigital.org https://www.instagram.com/beergardensports/ ... Episode Theme Song is 'Fight Night' by Soundridemusic https://w…
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Millennial Nasties + TERRIFIER 1&2 with Ariel Powers-Schaub
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They're on the screens! They're in your home! They SHOULD be on your mind! Extreme cinema, exploitation, video nasties, whatever you call them, they take theaters by storm once every generation, and tonight we're wringing this moral panic for all it's worth! With the help of returning guest Ariel Powers-Schaub, the BOP Crew charts how the films det…
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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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The Pursuit of Happiness How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America
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“We hold these truths to be self‐evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” The second sentence of the Declaration of Independence is perhaps one of the most resonant of all phrases from the American Founding. Bu…
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Jamie, Jimmy and Bob witness each other breaking down to the script to George Miller's 2015 masterpiece Mad Max: Fury Road.
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Crazy Rich Asians: when the antagonist is more compelling than the protagonist
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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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IFH 752: How to Make People Laugh & Cry with Your Screenwriting with Eduardo Cisneros
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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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214. What if a False Christ Started a Cult in Your Town? | The Visitation
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What if the spirit of antichrist came to your town? Burned-out pastor Travis Jordan is on break from ministry after the death of his wife. But then his small city of Antioch faces great signs and wonders from a new prophet who claims to be a better christ than the true Jesus Christ. Just in time for our next summer book quest, challenge your faith …
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We give “Fallout” a thumb’s up and discuss: Story & Writing, Lucy’s character arc, great exposition; Guest Joe Howes solves cold fusion during an offscreen scene; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “You only know me as you see me, not as I actually am.“ – Immanuel Kant Notes & References: *Correction: Fallout 4 was released Nov. 10, 2015, s…
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Legendary Award Winning Costume Designer Jenny Beavan Episode! Jenny Beavan is an English Costume Designer who has received numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over four decades, including three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, two Emmy Awards and a Laurence Olivier Award. Moderator: Designing Hollywood Producer Host Phillip Boutté …
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#7 - Wildcards | Darwin Blanch & Big Name Byes - Conspiracy Corner with Culphman
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https://JCALdigital.org https://www.instagram.com/beergardensports/ Wildcards as a concept in 2024. Darwin Blanch gets the tap on the shoulder, and then gets destroyed by Nadal. Big Names getting Byes in early rounds of non-Slam Tournaments. Spread the word about the show and we'll give you a shout on the Pod. ... Episode Theme Song is 'Fight Night…
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Electric Vehicle Subsidies and the State of US Industrial Policy
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It has been two years since more than $2 trillion in new US industrial policy initiatives were signed into law. However, despite the much‐publicized increases in construction spending and numerous announcements of future investments—there has been little actual evidence of the manufacturing boom that these government programs were supposed to cata…
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At What Price: Determining Pharmaceutical Prices in Medicare
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A complex array of government policies and market forces cause drug prices to be higher in the United States than other nations. Is this a problem? If so, are there better policies for determining drug prices? What is the “right” price for a drug? Panelists will discuss evidence suggesting that US drug prices are excessive and what policymakers sho…
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Would Proposed Antitrust Changes Help or Harm Startups and Small Businesses?
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May is National Small Business Month. Small businesses and startups play an important part in the technology sector, and many proposed policy changes could be particularly impactful on them. While often antitrust is thought of as a “big business” issue, the reality is that changes to competition policy, such as restrictions on mergers and acquisiti…
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This movie was way ahead of its time. It's a brilliant example of the heroine's journey and Melanie walks us through all 10 phases as outlined in Maureen Murdock's THE HEROINE'S JOURNEY: A WOMAN'S QUEST FOR WHOLENESS. Thanks to its excellent use of setups and payoffs, it also has an ending that is both surprising and inevitable. "One of our most ha…
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IFH 751: How to Turn Your Movie Script into a Money-Maker with Mark Toia
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So insane and talented Australian filmmaker Mark Toia is back to tell us how he made millions of dollars self-distributing his remarkable debut, Monsters of Man. After getting offered bad and predatory distribution deals, he wondered if there was another way. Enter my book Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Film into a Money-Making Busine…
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213. Are ‘Memes’ and Viral Content Ruining Fantastical Franchises?
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Why do we see, or rather not go to see, so many weirdly cringe movies with plots and dialogue that seem designed to be “so bad it’s good”? How come goofy sidekicks, obvious political agendas, and other strange stories get their own corporate attention, while newer and more earnest stories get passed by the wayside? There’s one big possible reason h…
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We crash into “The Fall Guy” and discuss: Story & Writing, great stakes, breaking the rule of repeats; and other such stuff and things and stuff. “I think if you have ability and talent in one way, you have it in all ways. I’m not a jack of all trades; I’m a master of many. I don’t feel there is anything I can’t do if I want to.“ – Evel Knievel Not…
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Mississippi Turning Free Speech, Productive Disagreement, and the Confederate Flag Debate
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In January 2021, Mississippi replaced its state flag, the culmination of a process that saw years of debate, protest, and fervid disagreement. Join us on May 16 for an event cohosted by the Cato Institute, Sphere Education Initiatives, and the Moral Courage Project. We’ll explore the political and social environment surrounding the flag debate and …
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Knowing Everything: Kim Chestney and the Power of Intuition
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Click here to send me a fan letter, er, I mean a text message ... Intuition is our portal to knowing everything. What our rational mind doesn't know, and can't know, is available to us through those flashes of insight that solve problems, give us direction, and suggest meaning and purpose for our lives. Kim Chestney, author of The Illumination Code…
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Securing the Future: Rethinking US Social Security
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As we approach the 90th anniversary of the US Social Security program in 2025, and as the program’s trust fund is projected to be depleted by 2033, we find ourselves at a critical juncture. Social Security reform is essential to preserving the program’s ability to provide critical economic security to vulnerable seniors by averting indiscriminate b…
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Lessons from the German and Swedish Pension Systems
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As we approach the 90th anniversary of the US Social Security program in 2025, and as the program’s trust fund is projected to be depleted by 2033, we find ourselves at a critical juncture. Social Security reform is essential to preserving the program’s ability to provide critical economic security to vulnerable seniors by averting indiscriminate b…
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Lessons from the Canadian and New Zealand Pension Systems
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As we approach the 90th anniversary of the US Social Security program in 2025, and as the program’s trust fund is projected to be depleted by 2033, we find ourselves at a critical juncture. Social Security reform is essential to preserving the program’s ability to provide critical economic security to vulnerable seniors by averting indiscriminate b…
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Opening Remarks and US Social Security and OECD Retirement Systems: A Comparison
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As we approach the 90th anniversary of the US Social Security program in 2025, and as the program’s trust fund is projected to be depleted by 2033, we find ourselves at a critical juncture. Social Security reform is essential to preserving the program’s ability to provide critical economic security to vulnerable seniors by averting indiscriminate b…
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