Sadie and Jeanne dive into the world of Tommy Wallach to discuss writing musicals, plays, screenplays, novels, the value of being a pianist, why bread is not happening, and so much more. This one is a must-listen for all artists who want to dive into multiple mediums and find a path of sanity while juggling 12 balls in the air. Just read his bio below ... yeah, he pivots like none other. ***** Tommy Wallach is the author of the Anchor & Sophia trilogy, Thanks for the Trouble, ...

Well, turns out we had a lot to say about ... everything. If you need some Real Talk™ advice from the trenches, Sadie and Jeanne have it. Sure, could it be something we talked about before? Who knows. We're too exhausted to remember. But we have thoughts about writing and life ... we always have thoughts. Resources from this episode: "The Secret to Finding a Screenwriting Mentor" by Jeanne on Script Magazine Seth Sherwood RC episode Seth Sherwood's post on X about "Things we can stop doing in...

It's not everyday we get a writer with the life and work experience of Charles Kipps to join our crazy podcast, let alone have a therapy session with Sadie and Jeanne. Yes, we talked about everything from Charles producing Aretha Franklin, to our struggles as writers, to Charles' decades of writing experiences ... and he's still selling screenplays to this day! You're not going to want to miss this one ... so much great advice from the legend that is Charles Kipps. (See below for Charle...

We never turn down a chance to pick the brain of screenwriting career coach Lee Jessup! Sadie and Jeanne dove into practical advice about breaking in, to keep your day job or quit, how to pursue being a writer/director and so much more. Resources from this episode: Resources from this episode: Lee Jessup's website Screenwriters Support Group Your Career Plan (new offering) Lee's Books Lee's YouTube channel Lee on BlueSky Lee on X: @leezjessup Lee's articles on Script Magazine Lee's Sym...

Can you believe we haven't talked to a horror writer yet? Well, we fixed that ... meet Seth Sherwood. Sadie Dean and Jeanne Veillette Bowerman talk with Emmy-nominated horror writer/director Seth Sherwood about the 10 years it took for him to break in, the challenges and joys of writing horror, tips for newbies wanting to break in, and so much more! Seth Sherwood's Full Bio: Seth M Sherwood is an Emmy-nominated Los Angeles-based screenwriter, director, designer, and producer. His ...

Sadie and Jeanne chatted with Donald H. Hewitt, a professional screenwriter of 24 years, about his long screenwriting career, his new book (oh ... don't you worry ... it's a good one), and even look back at the mistakes we all make when we're naive and young ... and maybe a little dumb. Lots of great advice we wish we knew years ago! Resources from this episode: Don's IMDb Don's book, Mastering Screenwriting: From Shorts to Features Don's Screenwriting Coach Los Angeles Pipeline Po...

Get ready for a fun ride... Sadie and Jeanne speak with Josh Zetumer—showrunner, head writer and executive produce of FX's new series, "Say Nothing," out now on Hulu. Josh discusses the process of adapting The New York Times best selling novel, Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe, the challenges of writing to a tight budget, and shares amazing advice all writers need to hear. You're going to want to watch this series. Maybe even a few ...

Sadie and Jeanne sit down with Screenwriter and Career Coach Jenna Avery for some writer therapy, including tips for productivity, pitching, and giving yourself grace. All the things writers struggle with. Resources from this episode: JennaAvery.com - Jenna's website with her scriptsCalledtoWrite.com - Jenna's website for writersFree guidebooks for writers when signing up for my mailing list: Includes workbooks on How to Choose Your Next Book (Or Screenplay!) and Master Your Premise Line, my ...

Screenwriter, memoirist and writing coach, Michelle Cutler, chats with Jeanne Veillette Bowerman about adapting true stories, either as scripts or as memoirs. Everyone has a story in them ... find out how to begin telling it. Resources from this episode: Michelle's Website Michelle's Podcast Michelle's Coaching Michelle on IG: @mickytcutler Related Symposium sessions: "Cracking Your Memoir" by Anthony Chin-Quee Pipeline Podcasts: All OG Pipeline Artists podcasts can be found on pipeline...

Okay, okay ... so Sadie and trucker-mouth Jeanne started off swearing and giving outlining advice, but hang in, because after their catch-up craziness, they brought on Jessica Hobbs—screenwriter, author and narrative podcast producer. LOTS of great tips and advice on turning your written words into a podcast! Resources from this episode: The Witch and Other Tales of the American Gothic Jessica's Podcast Jessica's Website Jessica on TikTok and IG The Story Will Save You...