Best Screenwriting Podcasts (2025)

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Clueless with Amy Heckerling 50:25

1d ago50:25

50:25

Did you think Script Apart was going to let the 30th anniversary of one of the most iconic teen films ever just pass us by? In the words of Cher Horowitz – “as if.” On today’s episode, we’re joined by Amy Heckerling, the writer-director who, three decades ago this summer, gave Jane Austen’s Emma a Beverly Hills makeover to remember. You may also kn…

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933. Baseball Stories 45:59

1d ago45:59

45:59

Screenwriter and major league baseball scout J.D. Elliby talks about the authenticity, character arcs, obstacles, and emotional moments that help create a great on-screen baseball story.

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Short Film Table Read, "Suicide at Noon" by Merrit Chelsey Schmidt 27:31

2d ago27:31

27:31

Suicide at Noon Logline: A newly organized but suicidal woman must withstand the various objections of her friends and family and convince them to support her or be forced to cancel her perfectly scheduled upcoming suicide.By Merrit Chelsey Schmidt

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Episode 707: Karmically Whipped With Amanda Rotondo 40:01

4d ago40:01

40:01

Local Reading, Mass., author Amanda Rotondo sits down with Daniel Ford at the Writers' Collaborative Learning Center to chat about her book Place Names in Boston & Beyond: Tongue-Twisted Town Tales. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm.

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Andor S2 Q&A - Tony Gilroy - Episodes 1-3

4d ago

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Host Jeff Goldsmith creator-showrunner-writer Tony Gilroy about Andor S2 eps 1-3. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved.For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.netBy Jeff Goldsmith

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review | The Best RPG In 20 Years? 28:02

4d ago28:02

28:02

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 came out of nowhere and has left us completely stunned. This game has just changed the industry for the better. This review has NO SPOILERS, but tons of footage! As a disclaimer, we have not yet finished it. Mike is around 20 hours in and Casen is around 35 hours in. But wow, this game is absolutely worth playing. Please…

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Episode 706: Charlotte Wood 45:40

5d ago45:40

45:40

Author Charlotte Wood joins Daniel Ford on the show to chat about her book Stone Yard Devotional, which was shortlisted for the 2024 Booker Prize. To learn more about Charlotte Wood, visit her official website. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm.

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Death of the Author: Finding Meaning in Art | State of the Arc Podcast 1:35:24

6d ago1:35:24

1:35:24

Daniel Santos @DanielSantosAnalysis joins us to discuss 'death of the author', which is a method of engaging with art that does NOT involve any consideration for what the author intended for the work to mean. Though we started out there, we slowly moved into topics like AI, God, Objectivity and whether or not people really are seeing Jesus in their…

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Script Consultant Pioneer Linda Seger discusses her latest book, "Unpacking" 59:24

7d ago59:24

59:24

There's a lot to unpack here as Linda Seger is full of interesting stories and lessons learned along the way. As a pioneering female entrepreneur, she was on the cutting edge of a new type of business - being a screenplay consultant. Her passion, drive, and wiliness to dive into every opportunity took her from small town Wisconsin to lecturing arou…

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The White Lotus: Why Season 3 Feels Different 38:26

8d ago38:26

38:26

Learn how Engine and Theme function in all 3 seasons of The White Lotus and how slight changes in The White Lotus Season 3 massively affect the feeling of the series...By Jacob Krueger Studio

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932. Film Techniques That Tell the Story 50:17

9d ago50:17

50:17

Lenses, lighting, looks, and "oners.” What are the filming techniques that help tell the story beyond the page? Writer/director Jeremy Walton breaks it down for us.

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Ep. 399 - Craig Mazin & Neil Druckmann - The Last of Us Season 2 22:13

9d ago22:13

22:13

In this episode, host Josephine Green Zhang talks to The Last of Us creators and showrunners Craig Mazin(Chernobyl) & Neil Druckmann about crafting Season 2 of the hit series, adapting the popular videogame for television, advice for aspiring writers, and more.

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Emerging Screenwriter Interview: Adam Karpel 51:12

10d ago51:12

51:12

A native New Yorker, Adam received a BFA from Ithaca College and completed one year of his MFA at UCLA before deciding to quit because those hard wooden classroom chairs were really chafing his ass. Writing began for him when his first play was produced at the West Coast Ensemble Theater in Hollywood. A creative executive who happened to be in the …

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Life Is IL-LO-GI-CAL | Terranigma Analysis (Ep.3) | State of the Arc Podcast 2:09:07

11d ago2:09:07

2:09:07

The way that life and the world are presented in this game is endlessly charming. We proceed through the resurrection of all of the the animals up to the moment that humans are reborn, which is the end of chapter 2. Leave a comment and support us on Patreon if you enjoy this content. Thank you! **We're Now On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/sho…

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Episode 705: Being a Human Person With Xhenet Aliu 42:01

12d ago42:01

42:01

Author Xhenet Aliu (Brass) joins Daniel Ford on the show to chat about her lates novel Everybody Says It's Everything. To learn more about Xhenet Aliu, visit her official website. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm.

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520: SHOWRUNNER AARON RAHSAAN THOMAS 2:06:57

11d ago2:06:57

2:06:57

In this episode, Hilliard & guest co-host Saeed Crumpler sat down with one of our favorite repeating guests AARON RAHSAAN THOMAS, acclaimed TV, Film writer/producer/ creator/co-showrunner of S.W.A.T., who began his career on Soul Food, Saturday Night Lights, Numbers, CSI NY, Southland, Sleepy Hollow and The Get-Down to list a few!! We talk about ho…

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The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 1 | What We're Watching 51:44

13d ago51:44

51:44

In this episode, the team discusses the premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, exploring themes of character development, the adaptation process from video game to television, and the balance between narrative and action. They delve into the significance of time jumps, the introduction of new characters, and the emotional stakes involved in the story…

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Preserving Good Old Games | State of the Arc Podcast 1:06:54

13d ago1:06:54

1:06:54

Mike has on Adam and Marcin from Good Old Games to discuss the importance of game preservation. With so many games being made every year, it is easy for consumers and producers to lose sight of how to best preserve the forgotten relics of the past. Please consider supporting us on Patreon if you have the means. Thanks for watching!Good Old Games: w…

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Drop Q&A - Jillian Jacobs - Chris Roach

15d ago

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Host Jeff Goldsmith interviews co-writers Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach about Drop. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved.For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.netBy Jeff Goldsmith

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American Psycho with Guinevere Turner 1:05:37

16d ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Today on Script Apart – one of cinema’s great monster movies. The terrifying creature at this movie’s core, though, didn’t have trailing tentacles, bloodshot eyes or reptilian skin. Instead of sharp teeth, it wore a sharp suit – Valentino pinstripe, perfectly pressed. This monster owned a gleaming Rolex, lived in an elegant condo and smiled politel…

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931. Philip Barantini (repeated episode) 42:25

16d ago42:25

42:25

This episode was originally recorded in 2021 with director Philip Barantini, currently best known as the director of “Adolescence” a four-part series on Netflix. This episode focuses on his independent feature film Boiling Point, also shot in one take. Hear how he kept the camera moving while also telling a rich story of an intense night in a resta…

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Friday Morning Coffee: Andrew Buss 47:34

16d ago47:34

47:34

Host Caitlin Malcuit discusses National P.O. Soapbox Day and the “Hands Off USPS” teach-in events being held on Saturday, May 3. Learn how you can host your own event! Author and pop culture writer Andrew Buss then joins Daniel Ford to chat about his latest book I AM MCLOVIN: How Superbad Became the Biggest Comedy Hit of its Generation. Writer's Bo…

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The Greatest RPG You Never Played | Terranigma Analysis (Ep.2) | State of the Arc Podcast 2:14:35

18d ago2:14:35

2:14:35

This game is beautiful, and the first Chapter, which we cover here, is not one you'll soon forget. Not only that, it's funny and strange in all the best ways. It feels like a taste of that golden age of RPG's, but one that many people missed out on. Play this game now, for your own good. You'll thank me later. Leave a comment and support us on Patr…

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Write On: 'NCIS Origins' Showrunners David J. North and Gina Lucita Monreal 37:42

18d ago37:42

37:42

“If you can make the twists [in the story] hit your character in an emotional way and set up their emotional arc, then when the case twist intersects with them, if it's hitting them in the deepest way, in the most unexpected way, maybe – then you've done your job. So it's getting that emotional arc to really bounce off of the crime story in the mos…

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Write On: 'Dying for Sex' Co-Creator & Co-Showrunner Kim Rosenstock 46:57

18d ago46:57

46:57

On today’s episode of Write On, we chat with Kim Rosenstock, co-creator and co-showrunner for the new limited series, Dying For Sex, starring Michelle Williams, Jenny Slate and Sissy Spacek. Based on a true story, Dying for Sex is about a woman diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer who abandons her husband of 15 years to begin a journey of sexual…

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The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 8 | What We're Watching 1:01:12

19d ago1:01:12

1:01:12

In this episode, the Beyond the Screenplay team discusses the season finale of White Lotus Season 3, Episode 8, titled 'Amor Fati.' They explore the themes of fate, character arcs, and the narrative structure of the season. The participants delve into the complexities of the third season of 'The White Lotus,' discussing its balance of satire and se…

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Jonathan Tropper (Your Friends and Neighbors) 27:30

19d ago27:30

27:30

Jonathan Tropper (creator, Your Friends and Neighbors, Banshee, Warrior) discusses writing a TV show closer in sensibility to his novels, the role of luck in a writing career, writing a non-action show, one key piece of advice about craft, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing…

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Episode 704: Sameer Pandya 43:32

20d ago43:32

43:32

Author Sameer Pandya (Members Only) returns to the show to chat about his new novel Our Beautiful Boys. To learn more about Sameer Pandya, visit his official website. Also listen to our previous Friday Morning Coffee interview with the author. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm.

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SYS Podcast Episode 533 – Writing an Interactive TV Series with Gavin Michael Booth 1:00:30

20d ago1:00:30

1:00:30

In this episode of the podcast Ashley Scott Meyers interviews Prolific Indie Filmmaker Gavin Michael Booth. Writer/Director Gavin Michael Booth talks about making Dreamcrusher, an interactive TV series for the Reveel streaming App. Dreamcrusher is a series that follows a mystery involving a pop music star, where viewers can spot clues and solve the…

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519: SHOWRUNNER GLEN MAZZARA 1:55:26

21d ago1:55:26

1:55:26

In this episode, Hilliard and guest co-host TV/Film writer Saeed Crumpler sat down with big bro Showrunner GLEN MAZZARA (Crash, Damien, The Walking Dead, Hawthorne, Extraction to list a few)! HIGHLIGHTS: The WGA's new TV Writers Leadership Training Program, what Glen's been up to since our last episode #93 back in 2016, how to handle Development, P…

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The Switch 2 Is Seriously Impressive | State of the Arc Podcast 41:13

20d ago41:13

41:13

We now know everything we wanted to know about the Switch 2! Well, almost everything. Due to pricing questions we are waiting for more information before we include that issue in our discussion. In the mean time, that direct was wonderful and there are some exciting things coming from Nintendo! Thank you for watching and remember to subscribe and j…

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The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 7 | What We're Watching 38:14

22d ago38:14

38:14

In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses the penultimate episode of The White Lotus, focusing on the themes of violence, character dynamics, and narrative structure. They explore how the show subverts expectations, the complexity of relationships, and the characters' journeys towards self-revelation and identity. The conversatio…

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930. Smart Popcorn 37:44

23d ago37:44

37:44

Up and comer Billy Zeinert talks about writing "smart popcorn," familiar stories with novel twists.

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Ep. 398 - Jennie Snyder Urman - Matlock 45:11

24d ago45:11

45:11

In this episode, host Moon Zappa speaks with showrunner Jennie Snyder Urman (Jane the Virgin, Charmed) about reimagining the hit CBS series Matlock, the challenges of writing broadcast TV shows, how she shapes her writers’ room, and more.

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The Mysterious Development History Of Terranigma (Ep.1) | State of the Arc Podcast 1:35:40

25d ago1:35:40

1:35:40

Terranigma is one of the most touching and beautiful games ever made. It is near the top of Mike's list of favorite games ever and Casen is now playing it for the first time. We cover the history of the games development, including why it never came to the America, and what may have happened to the lead developers who seem to have vanished in an en…

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Borderline Q&A - Jimmy Warden

26d ago

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Host Jeff Goldsmith interviews screenwriter and debut director Jimmy Warden about Borderline. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2025. All rights reserved.For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.netBy Jeff Goldsmith

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"Offbeat," pilot episode, Table Read My Screenplay Grand Prize Winner 30:58

26d ago30:58

30:58

"Offbeat," pilot episode, 2020 Table Read My Screenplay Grand Prize Winner, written by Marshall “gripp” Gillson.By Marshall “gripp” Gillson

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Episode 703: Public Library Dweller Maggie Smith 42:23

27d ago42:23

42:23

Author and poet Maggie Smith joins Daniel Ford on the show to chat about The Tragically Hip...wait, no, that's not right.... She's here to discuss her new book Dear Writer: Pep Talks & Practical Advice for the Creative Life. To learn more about Maggie Smith, visit her official website. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm, Authors for Voi…

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518: CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER VINCENT BROWN 1:26:53

28d ago1:26:53

1:26:53

In this episode, Hilliard and comedy writer Myles Warden sat down for a super fun conversation with Co-Executive Producer VINCENT BROWN. Vincent recently wrapped up as co-executive producer for the FOX animated series HOUSEBROKEN, starring Lisa Kudrow. Prior to that, he served as a Co-Executive Producer on Apple TV’s series LIFE BY ELLA, winner of …

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A Switch Eulogy: Looking Back | State of the Arc Podcast 1:00:23

27d ago1:00:23

1:00:23

The Switch 2 has been announced, thus signaling that the end of the Switch's life is imminent. As we look back on a life well lived, we remember the good times. The games that made us laugh and cry, the experiences that we'll always remember. The Switch may not be long for this world, but it will always live on inside our hearts. May it rest in pea…

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The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 6 | What We're Watching 43:14

29d ago43:14

43:14

In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses White Lotus Season 3, Episode 5, titled 'Full Moon Party.' They explore the midpoint of the season, character development, thematic elements, and the role of music and style in storytelling. The conversation highlights the importance of irreversible decisions and how they impact character…

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Severance with Dan Erickson 47:42

30d ago47:42

47:42

Praise Kier, it’s a Severance Script Apart special! In the spoiler conversation you’re about to hear, Dan Erickson – the dystopian workplace drama’s creator and showrunner – spills all the secrets that Lumon Industries will allow, about the season two finale that aired last week, and our real-world relationships with work, corporations and personal…

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929. The Making of Dead Deer High 52:21

1M ago52:21

52:21

Married creative partners Joshua Dean and Jo Rochelle describe the shared teaching experiences that inspired the writing of the independent feature Dead Deer High and the adventures they encountered while making it.

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Friday Morning Coffee: Causing Stress and Anguish With Short Stories, Starring Marguerite Sheffer 31:34

1M ago31:34

31:34

Regular Friday Morning Coffee host Caitlin Malcuit has the week off, so fill-in host Daniel Ford starts the show by recommending Dreyer's English by Benjamin Dreyer if you're in need of grammar help or inspiration. Dreyer, retired managing editor and copy chief at Random House, also appeared on Daniel Paisner's As Told To podcast in Episode 80, whi…

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The Brutalist Part 2: Do You Need an Active Main Character? 31:15

1M ago31:15

31:15

Discover why Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist, rejects the idea that protagonists must drive the action and how its unconventional approach grows out of its thematic exploration of the immigrant experience.By Jacob Krueger Studio

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Write On: 'The Residence' Creator & Showrunner Paul William Davies 43:07

1M ago43:07

43:07

“I didn’t really set out to make Cordelia (Uzo Aduba) quirky. I just wanted to make her distinctive. I just really thought about who I wanted her to be and how I thought [birdwatching] would be an interesting way for her to approach her job. And the very first thing that came to me was just her use of silence and her ability to just be comfortable …

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Veronica West (Surface) 32:23

1M ago32:23

32:23

Veronica West (creator of Surface, High Fidelity; Dexter: New Blood; Chicago Fire) discusses why she wrote Surface on spec, the elaborate pitch, working with actors, learning on the job, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION. Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Writing, where you'l…

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Episode 702: Susan Morrison 1:02:34

1M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

Susan Morrison, articles editor at The New Yorker, sits down with Daniel Ford to discuss her debut book Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live. To learn more about Susan Morrison, explore her work at The New Yorker. Writer's Bone is proudly sponsored by Libro.fm, Authors for Voices of Color Auction, The Stacks Podcast, As Told To: The Ghos…

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517: STACIE GREENWELL - STAR ON CROSS 1:33:10

1M ago1:33:10

1:33:10

In this episode, Hilliard and guest co-hosts (actor/filmmaker) Shawn Carter Peterson and (actor/filmmaker) Iona Morris Jackson sat down with STACIE GREENWELL who plays the role of Detective Shawna D Lackner, one of the stars on the Amazon Prime hit series CROSS! Stacie’s journey from the courtroom to the camera is a testament to following one's tru…

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"The Icebox," Award-Winning Short Screenplay Table Read 19:44

1M ago19:44

19:44

Please enjoy a performance of the Table Read My Screenplay Award-Winning short script, "The Icebox" by Brian P. Glass. Cast: Elijah Terrell Haney, Hye Bin Lee, Carson Grant, Damon Evans & narrated by Felicity Wren.By Brian P. Glass

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