
You want to show people who you are as a writer. You need a calling card piece -- something that will give folks a taste of what you're capable of on the page and Rob & Kay are here with the do's & don'ts of what that script should look like, as well as what it should never be.
This Week’s Resource:
The Fellowship and Writing Programs for Screenwriters Masterlist is a wonderful resource from the WGA that allows you to organize your ultimate plan of attack for getting yourself out there during Fellowship Season.
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
The Grey List 2024
Click here for the Nicholls Fellowship Countdown
Denis Villeneuve hates dialogue
On the Rebecca Ferguson set abuse
Gauntlet Script Analysis hopes to combat AI with more expensive gatekeeping
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Mar 5, 2024
1 hr 28 min

THIS WEEK Rob & Kay because Hollywood is slacking, we are discussing show, don’t frickin' tell. The only rule of screenwriting everyone can agree on...usually.
This Week’s Resource:
We’ve done this before when dealing with one of the core conceits of screenwriting, and as we always say, we are not the only voices on this subject, SO, we have compiled a new YouTube playlist for you guys to chew on, in further thought on today’s topic.
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Click here for the Nicholls Fellowship Countdown
No Pilots
Tyler Perry halts $800M expansion
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Feb 27, 2024
1 hr 24 min

THIS WEEK Rob & Kay invite Brad Johnson on to discuss the sophomore year of THE GREY LIST, as well as ageism in the industry and how we as screenwriters can combat or adapt to it!
This Week’s Resource:
The Grey List (of course). Checkout the list, download scripts you think sound good, retweet your favs!
And while it isn't free, the Smodscastle 37 Hour Film Challenge sounds like it could be a fun thing to participate in. You pay $37 and make a film that could be watched and interacted with the man himself, Kevin MF Smith.
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Brad's Previous Episode
Paramount+ and Peacock considering a merge
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Feb 20, 2024
1 hr 19 min

THIS WEEK, amid reports that the industry is more of a dumpster fire than usual, Rob & Kay thought it was a good time to have a Screenwriting SOTU!
This Week’s Resource:
The International Screenwriters’ Association’s Diversity Initiative strives to elevate writers from underrepresented and marginalized communities. And, as such they are launching a FREE CONTEST, seeking writers with unique perspectives based on race, sexuality, gender, neurodiversity, disability, economic inequality, age and other. Their goal being to break down barriers and celebrate authentic narratives. Final deadline is March 14. I don’t believe you have to be a paying member of ISA, but there is a free profile option if you have to join the site.
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Tracy Chapman Luke Combs 2024 Grammy full performance
Coyote vs Acme breakdown
The A3 situation
Gina Carano sues The Mouse
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Feb 13, 2024
1 hr 31 min

Rob & Kay are starting off Black History month with a very special guest, Jordan T Simon who just finished his proof of concept for his pilot “The Boy Who Promised the Moon”
This Week’s Resource:
Monkey Paw Productions, along with Universal Pictures and TIFF have announced their No Drama competition. Up to six filmmakers will be selected to each receive a grant to produce their submitted short scripts. During the one year non-exclusive talent experience selected participants will engage in roundtables and workshops to enrich their creative process in producing a short film/proof of concept. Filmmakers will work closely with Monkeypaw throughout the creative process. NO DRAMA seeks to amplify dynamic filmmakers with a passion for telling genre centered stories. All participants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a writer-director with a unique and innovative perspective who demonstrates an interest in creating content that resonates with a global audience.
- Must be passionate about sub-genres including horror, fantasy, futurism, sci-fiction, suspense-thrillers, magical surrealism and more.
- Applicants must be the sole writer of any material submitted and own the rights. Material from writing teams will not be accepted.
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Carl Weathers dies at 76
Pixar's 22 Rules of Storytelling
Kin trailer
Kin on Max
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Feb 6, 2024
58 min

Rob & Kay invite one of Kay’s screenwriting mentors and overall lovely human being, Andrew Guerdat, to discuss his career and new YouTube series, THE GO DRAFT.
This Week’s Resource:
ANDY’S YOUTUBE SERIES:
THE GO DRAFT! Andy’s series is ongoing, but there are 6 episodes up already. Go watch!
Also we're happy to partner with Fade In while the Dasher experiment is ongoing! Remember that if Rob finishes the first draft of his novel then they will be providing two copies of their screenwriting program to give away to you loverly listeners! And if Rob DOESN'T finish his 1st draft by the deadline -- July 1st -- then he will be purchasing two copies of Fade In for you guys. So find them on Twitter, give them a follow, and let them know how much you appreciate their continued support of you, our listeners, and the podcast!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Dune 2 Popcorn buckets
The Mothership Will Not Land at Netflix
Neither Will Doug Liman's Roadhouse at Amazon
(Neo) Roadhouse Trailer
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Jan 30, 2024
1 hr 18 min

Rob & Kay get all nerdy n' gritty talmbout dem action lines. Y'all not gon' wanna miss this one as they finna leave no screenwriting stone unturned. Get it!
This Week’s Resource:
We’ve said this before, but we are not the only voices on the subject of screenwriting, so we thought maybe you could use this podcast as a jumping off point to investigate the subject further. And as such, Kay and Rob have come up with a medley of YouTube videos on the subject from the likes of Jay Carver, John August and Film Courage, just to start. Happy watching!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Ace Vane YouTube Channel
The Barbie Script
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Jan 23, 2024
1 hr 29 min

Rob & Kay sit down with Denise Cruz-Castino, whose script for "5 Weddings" was made into a movie that made it's way to the Cannes Film Festival!
This Week’s Resource:
5 Weddings is streaming for free seemingly everywhere: Pluto, Tubi, Freevee, Peacock, and the Roku Channel, so go put it in your eyeholes and get a taste of our friend Denise.
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Sag-Aftra and Replica Studios
Open AI says ChatGPT impossible to create without Copywrite protected material
The Artist's Way
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Jan 16, 2024
1 hr 32 min

THIS WEEK Rob & Kay are discussing worldbuilding – again. It’s not just for hobbits! Our hosts take you through how important expanding your the world of your screenplay is going to be in the marketplace going forward in 2024 (and beyond).
This Week’s Resource:
Air is up on Prime, it was one of my favorite films of 2023, but I’ve been following the story of it’s screenwriter, Alex Convery, via podcast for most of 2023, because I feel like his story is kind of like the Cinderella story we all want, but even within the Cinderella story, it’s the story of doing The Work. And The Q & A w/Jeff Goldsmith is not only one of my favorite podcasts, but it breaks Alex’s story down in a way that demystifies the process.
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
Alligator Man Scene from Atlanta
The Poly Couple
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Jan 9, 2024
1 hr 20 min

Rob & Kay are back in 2024 with a an opening public service announcement for the new year: turns out, you gotta do the work.
Sorry.
This Week’s Resource:
This week we are repeating our TRIO of free resources for you, because sometimes y'all don't listen when we be giving out free ish, sooooo -- LAST CALL!
First up is the Circle of Confusion x Anarchists United Writers Discovery Fellowship, which is first because it’s deadline is first at January 5th.
Then we have The Orchard Project Episodic Lab is open till mid January and is free. Get you the free stuff! (Great for all of our East Coasters)
And finally the Fox Entertainment Writer’s Incubator which, while a little intensive, is STILL FREE so Happy New Year!
Notes From the Episode:
Zack's Original Instagram video (for our Twitter Drama Bumper)
American Fiction Trailer
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Jan 2, 2024
1 hr 19 min
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