Best Adam Tex Davis Podcasts (2025)

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408 - “Just Friends” and “Brain Games” creator Adam “Tex” Davis on Mastering Podcasts, Pitches, and Storytelling 1:51:49

8d ago1:51:49

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, screenwriter Adam “Tex” Davis takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through his Hollywood career, from writing the hit movie Just Friends to creating innovative TV shows like Brain Games. Davis shares candid insights into the entertainment industry, revealing the challenges and triumphs of a successful screenwrit…

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#06 - SUMMARIES | Jeff Clanagan: AI, Writers, and the Future of Storytelling in Hollywood 13:02

10h ago13:02

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Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #06 Summaries take some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condense them down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure. Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, our valued listeners, just the info…

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Cleo Childs, Poet-Author-Episode #343 1:03:16

5d ago1:03:16

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Cleo Childs released her spoken word poetry album, “Moving With” in May 2024. And her book, also called “Moving With,” is soon to be released. Both projects are the culmination of years of writing about the journey of grief Cleo experienced after losing her mother to Alzheimer’s when she was 28 years old. Cleo’s mom was an English major in college …

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Creative Engagement Writer Lisa Martens 32:37

10d ago32:37

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Engage with us via Text Message! My guest Writer Lisa Martens joins us all the way from Costa Rica! I want to thank Yolande Brener for introducing us. We discuss Lisa’s Novel: Like It Never Happened a humorous yet insightful exploration of generational trauma. Lisa has become an expert in family dynamics, drawing from some personal experiences whil…

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Gabby Gruen, Writer-Producer-Episode #342 47:59

11d ago47:59

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Gabby Gruen spent most of his professional life as a writer-producer inside the country’s most prominent ad agencies. After twenty years of elevating the brands of some of our most prestigious advertisers, and with the help of a Screenwriting MFA from UCLA, Gabby started writing screenplays. His original scripts found homes inside a major motion pi…

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Laila Robins, Actress-Episode #341 1:01:23

19d ago1:01:23

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The very busy actress, Laila Robins, was recently seen in Ryan Murphy’s anthology series, American Horror Stories. She also has a recurring role as Colonel Grace Mallory on the hugely popular Amazon series, The Boys. Laila starred opposite Amanda Seyfried in the Apple+ limited series, The Crowded Room and opposite Joshua Jackson and Alec Baldwin in…

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407 - “PERSONA” Actress & Producer Shanti Lowry on Race, Art, and Authenticity, Making Movies on Your Own Terms, and Connecting Hollywood's Hidden Threads 1:47:20

24d ago1:47:20

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Hello, Hello! In this episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, we welcome actress and producer Shanti Lowry to discuss her journey in independent filmmaking. Shanti shares insights about her first feature film, "Persona," a thriller that explores the experiences of women of color in challenging circumstances. The conversation delves into the complexities of…

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Michael Mason, Musician-Episode #340 55:24

25d ago55:24

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Making a return for his third appearance on StoryBeat is the great jazz and world flutist, Michael Mason. Michael’s been a professional musician and composer for forty years, while simultaneously working in the fire service of the Downers Grove, Illinois Fire Department, recently retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. Michael is one of the first respo…

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Creative Engagement Architect, Painter, Songwriter Christel Knappe 37:56

26d ago37:56

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Engage with us via Text Message! I had the privilege of being paired with my guest Christel Knappe on a songwriting retreat on the Greek Island of Crete last summer. Christel’s creativity is multifaceted. As we get to know how Christel’s creativity manifests in her life we remember together the process of writing our song called Let The River Decid…

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#05 - SUMMARIES | Sophie Holland: Inside the Casting Director's Playbook 14:33

30d ago14:33

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Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #05 Summaries take some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condense them down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure. Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, our valued listeners, just the info…

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Tom Stein, Author-Episode #339 56:41

1M ago56:41

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Doctor Tom Stein recently published his first book, Gratitude Is Not Enough, The True Story of a Belgian Family Forever Changed by a Band of American WWII Soldiers. The book focuses on the Remember Museum ‘39-‘45 in Clermont, Belgium that was opened by Marcel and Mathilde Schmetz, better known as the M&Ms by soldiers in a U.S. Army Company of the F…

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406 - "Selling Superman" Director Adam Schomer on Meditation, Documentaries, Inner Power, and Legal Strategies for Documentary Filmmakers 1:28:25

1M ago1:28:25

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Hello, Hello! In this episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, Director, Producer, and Writer Adam Schomer dives deep into the world of documentary filmmaking, focusing on his latest documentary, "Selling Superman." The conversation explores themes of comic book collecting, family dynamics, and personal growth, with Schomer sharing insights into his filmmak…

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Robert Monroe, Author-Photographer-Episode #338 54:47

1M ago54:47

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Robert Monroe worked for more than a decade as a New York casting director and talent executive. His credits include projects with the Walt Disney Company, the John Houseman Theater, the Annual MDA Telethon, and the United Paramount Network. Robert won a Clio Award for casting the Best Performance for Children for a Dole Pre-Cut Vegetables commerci…

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Creative Engagement Actor, Founder Solo School Henry McGrath 43:35

2M ago43:35

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Engage with us via Text Message! My guest is Henry McGrath Creative Entrepreneur, filmmaker, performance artist, actor, lover of the wild places and Founder of The Solo School and Eden's Cave. I was able to attend the online screening premiere of Henry's film Red Bird, and I have experienced Henry as a cohort of the Discipline of Freedom workshops …

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Adam "Tex" Davis, Screenwriter-Producer-Podcaster-Episode #337 1:07:53

2M ago1:07:53

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Screenwriter, producer, and podcaster Adam “Tex” Davis is best known for writing the screenplay of the cult rom-com classic Just Friends, which stars Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, and Anna Faris. He also wrote the screenplay for the drama Gardener of Eden, which stars Lukas Haas and was produced by Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way. A graduate of NYU’s Ti…

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405 - Indie Talk - The Art of Giving (and Receiving) Killer Screenplay Notes, Balancing Meritocracy and Opportunity in Filmmaking, and Tracing the Evolution of Black Representation in Media 2:13:19

2M ago2:13:19

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, the hosts discuss the art of giving good notes to screenwriters, the challenges of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, and the evolution of black representation in media. They also share their predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards. We also talk about: The importance of understanding the inte…

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Adam Rosenbaum, Author-Episode #336 58:12

2M ago58:12

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Adam Rosenbaum recently published his beautifully written book, The Ghost Rules. I’ve read The Ghost Rules and can tell you this is a thoroughly charming, fun and funny story about 12-year-old Elwood McGee, who never asked to have “ghost-sight,” but winds up seeing more than his share of drooling, mostly hilarious apparitions. Wonderful, lovable gh…

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Oscars 2025 is the FINAL Stand for RMM 1:39:40

2M ago1:39:40

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In the Series FINALE of Rumors, Money, and Movies host James Bastone and featured correspondent Matthew Gaetano talk the 97th Academy Awards and the legacy of the show. Thanks so much for all your support over the 5+ years, it means the world!

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#04 SUMMARIES | Christian Gregory: The Gregory Legacy: Honoring a Trailblazer's Impact on Health, Activism, and Entertainment 18:03

2M ago18:03

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Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #4 Summaries take some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condense them down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure. Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, our valued listeners, just the infor…

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Creative Engagement Executive Producer, Writer Adam "Tex" Davis 40:31

2M ago40:31

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Engage with us via Text Message! Adam "Tex" Davis is the Executive Producer and Co-Founder at Atomic Entertainment as well as a podcaster, and Producer and Writer of Films and Television. You can find out more at: https://www.atomicentertainment.com/ If you enjoyed this podcast please give us a rating and write a review where you listen to podcasts…

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Ep 261 - Lyndal Simpson on Winning Script Summit & Landing an Option 17:04

2M ago17:04

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Script Summit 2025 is officially open for submissions! If you're looking for industry exposure, this is your chance to get your script read by Hollywood producers and directors. In this episode, we welcome Script Summit winner Lyndal Simpson, whose screenplay Gravedigger won a table read at Script Summit 2022. She shares her journey from winning th…

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Laura Gabbert, Documentary Film Director-Episode #335 58:57

2M ago58:57

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Documentary film director Laura Gabbert has made critically acclaimed films that deploy humor and emotion to tell penetrating, character-driven stories about American culture and society. Among her documentaries, Food and Country, premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and was released theatrically in October 2024. Laura’s film, Ottolenghi an…

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404 - Emmy Award-Winning Director Fr3deR1ck Taylor on Race in Film & The Plight of the Intellectual Black Male 2:27:28

2M ago2:27:28

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, filmmaker Fr3deR1ck Taylor discusses his journey as a Black documentarian, the challenges of the film industry, and the importance of embracing one's African heritage. We also talk about: - The power of film to drive social change and the responsibility of filmmakers - The impact of social media and technology on the …

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L.A. Starks, Author-Episode #334 51:36

2M ago51:36

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L. A. Starks is the author of the award-winning Lynn Dayton thriller series that includes: 13 Days: The Pythagoras Conspiracy, the multi-award-nominated Strike Price, The Second Law, and the recently released Winner’s Curse. I’ve read Winner’s Curse and can tell you it’s an exciting adventure into the high stakes world of the oil and gas industry, …

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Ep 260 - How a Short Film Went Viral with Fritz Frauendorf 16:25

2M ago16:25

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In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun sits down with filmmaker Fritz Frauendorf to discuss the challenges of breaking into the film industry through short films. Fritz shares his journey from film school to directing Manic Man, a short film that went viral, garnering over a million views. He reveals the marketing …

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Creative Engagement Storyteller Story Coach Svend-Erik Engh 50:32

2M ago50:32

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Engage with us via Text Message! My guest is Svend-Erik Engh a storyteller and story coach from Edinburgh, Scotland and Denmark. I was introduced by his wife Alice Fernbank who also appeared as a guest recently. This discussion helped me distinguish the difference between a writer of stories and a storyteller. Svend-Erik has a delightful way of eng…

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403 - Author Jim Fredrick on His New Book "Opening Weekend,” An Insider's Look at the Challenges of Movie Marketing, and Cracking the Code of Successful Film Campaigns 1:56:56

2M ago1:56:56

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, veteran Hollywood marketing executive Jim Fredrick shares his fascinating journey from shipping clerk to top trailer editor and marketing strategist. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of promoting both blockbuster and independent films, offering invaluable insights for aspiring filmmakers. …

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Hal Ackerman, Screenwriter-Novelist-UCLA Professor-Session 2-Episode #333 57:16

2M ago57:16

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Hal Ackerman is making his second appearance on StoryBeat. Hal spent thirty years teaching screenwriting in UCLA’s legendary screenwriting program. Along with Richard Walter and Lew Hunter, Hal helped launch the careers of many dozens of writers whose work you’ve seen on screens large and small. Hal has sold film and television material to all the …

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EP 259 - Companion – AI Horror, Love, and the Fight for Autonomy 21:29

2M ago21:29

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Episode Description: In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is joined by regular guests Katie Presto and Reece Taylor to analyze and review Companion, the sci-fi horror film that blends psychological tension, AI themes, and unexpected humor. Geoffrey goes in blind, without prior knowledge of the film, leading to fresh r…

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402 - Filmmaker and Educator Mariah Kramer - Unlocking the Secrets of Student Filmmaking, Essentials of Filmmaking, Festivals, Funding, and the Future of Documentary 1:39:30

3M ago1:39:30

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, we welcome Filmmaker and Vanderbilt University Film School Director, Mariah Kramer. Mariah discusses her work, including a PBS-premiered documentary and a new short fiction film. She co-founded the Uptilt Film Festival and the Point of Vu Student Film Festival at Vanderbilt University, where she teaches. The conversat…

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David Paul Kirkpatrick, Former President of Paramount Pictures-Episode #332 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

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David Paul Kirkpatrick is the former Walt Disney Studios production chief and also the former president of Paramount Pictures. He’s worked on more than 200 motion pictures and their screenplays, including such global franchises as Indiana Jones and Star Trek. David has guided countless adaptations of books and plays to movies including Forrest Gump…

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EP 258 - Subverting the Werewolf Genre with The Wolfman 35:22

3M ago35:22

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In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is joined by guest hosts Katie Presto and Reece Taylor for an in-depth film analysis of The Wolfman (2025). They dissect the film's subversive approach to the werewolf genre, its themes of generational trauma, and how it stacks up against classic horror films. Tune in for a spirite…

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Mistakes In The Making with Jon Fitzgerald - When Casting Friends Goes Wrong 8:01

3M ago8:01

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Hello, Hello! Jon Fitzgerald discusses his first film, "Self Portrait," produced in 1994, where his biggest mistake was casting friends who provided key locations. This led to subpar performances, particularly from a young actress in a pivotal scene. The film didn't make Sundance and this failure led to the creation of Slamdance, an alternative to …

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Creative Engagement Multidisciplinary Artist Tina Rath 50:01

3M ago50:01

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Engage with us via Text Message! My guest is Tina Rath multidisciplinary artist using neuroesthetics as a guide. Tina and I discuss a wide range of topics including the muse and motivation, embodiment, regulation and healing. Tina has created a public memorial to address the trauma and death from the Covid-19 Pandemic she has called the REQUIEM PRO…

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Theresa Griffin Kennedy, Writer-Episode #331 50:30

3M ago50:30

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Theresa Griffin Kennedy is a longtime Portland, Oregon writer, author and occasional poet. She works as a proofreader, developmental editor and is chief editor of Oregon Greystone Press. Theresa writes both creative nonfiction, including crime profiles, as well as literary fiction, specifically in the genre of domestic noir. Theresa sometimes write…

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EP 257 - Nosferatu: A Gothic Masterpiece or Missed Opportunity? 35:30

3M ago35:30

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In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun welcomes guest hosts Katie Presto and Reece Taylor to dive into the remake of Nosferatu. Together, they analyze the gothic tale's visual brilliance, explore its storytelling challenges, and debate its thematic depth. With personal insights and contrasting perspectives, the discussi…

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401 - Founder of Entertainment Business School Kaia Alexander - Working with Garry Shandling, What Development Execs Buy, Building Your Filmmaking "Wolf Pack" and the Art of Pitching 2:10:09

3M ago2:10:09

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Kaia Alexander, the founder and CEO of the Entertainment Business School, joins the MAKE IT Podcast to discuss the importance of building a "wolf pack" in the film industry, the value of film school, and the role of a career coach for filmmakers. Kaia shares insights from her own experiences as a development executive…

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The Avengers;) Celebrate RMM 2:54:23

3M ago2:54:23

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Our most loaded panel yet brings out all the stops on our final stop before the series finale.

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Ana Benitez, Storyrocket.com Founder-Episode #330 59:47

3M ago59:47

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Ana Benitez is one of the founders of Storyrocket.com, a leading internet site where thousands of writers from around the world showcase their works to producers and agents. Ana’s mission is to help educate writers on how to get their stories seen by producers and agents. As such, she’s an impassioned author’s advocate for the entertainment communi…

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#03 - SUMMARIES | Scilla Andreen: Building a Tribe in the Film Industry, Creating Impactful Social Issue Films and Forging a Mission-Driven Career 17:36

3M ago17:36

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Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #3 Summaries take some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condense them to down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure. Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, our valued listeners, just the in…

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R.J. Stewart, Producer, Xena: Warrior Princess-Episode #329 1:01:30

3M ago1:01:30

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R.J. Stewart spent more than 20 years as a writer and producer in Hollywood. He got his first break writing for the NBC romantic-detective drama, Remington Steele that starred Pierce Brosnan and Stephanie Zimbalist. He’s best known for developing, writing and producing Xena: Warrior Princess (starring Lucy Lawless), once the highest-rated televisio…

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Creative Engagement Painter, Coach, CEO Veronica Love 40:47

3M ago40:47

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Engage with us via Text Message! My guest Veronica Love is a Coach, Artist and Painter and Global CEO of Newfield Network. I appreciated this discussion about embodiment and the Applied Somatics Coaching Course that Newfield is offering. Veronica leads us in a body awareness meditation and also shares a poem. To find out more: https://newfield-lear…

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Ep 256 - Telling Stories That Matter: Mark Freiburger on 'Between Borders' 20:22

3M ago20:22

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In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey sits down with director Mark Freiburger to discuss his latest feature film, Between Borders. Mark shares the powerful true story that inspired the film, the challenges of shooting in multiple countries, and assembling a stellar cast, including stars from Lost, The Chosen, and more. Get an ins…

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400 - “Plan B” Director Brandon Tamburri on Directing Your First Feature, How to Assemble an All-Star Indie Film Cast, and his new podcast “Joke Zero" 1:56:30

4M ago1:56:30

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Hello, Hello! In this episode, Chris and Nick talk with filmmaker Brandon Tamburri, the Director, Writer, and Producer of the indie comedy feature Plan B. Brandon shares his journey of bringing this project to life, from the challenges of raising money during the pandemic to the lessons he learned as a first-time feature film director. The conversa…

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Rob Marshall, Director-Producer-Choreographer-Episode #299 Encore 59:57

4M ago59:57

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This is an encore of our episode with the great director, Rob Marshall. He has made numerous films that have been honored with a total of 30 Academy Award nominations — winning 9 in all, including Best Picture for “Chicago,” which alone won a total of 6 of those Oscars. Also, for “Chicago,” Rob received the Directors Guild Award, and nominations fo…

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Ep 255 - Lead and Copper: Exposing the Flint Water Crisis 22:00

4M ago22:00

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In this insightful episode, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun speaks with documentary filmmaker William Hart about his eight-year journey creating Lead and Copper, a film that exposes the ongoing Flint water crisis and the political and social factors behind it. William breaks down what drew him to Flint, how he navigated filming through a pandemic, and the…

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Mistakes in the Making - Zair Montes - Funding Woes, Resilience and Navigating Contractual and Casting Pitfalls 13:02

4M ago13:02

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Hello, Hello! In this edition of Mistake in the Making, Zair Montes discusses the production challenges faced during the making of the film Rumba Love. Initially, the project was planned to be shot in New York and Havana, Cuba, with funding secured for the Cuban portion. However, difficulties arose in securing additional funds for New York, leading…

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Martin Dugard, Author-Episode #328 59:41

4M ago59:41

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Martin Dugard is the New York Times bestselling author known for his nonfiction works and historical thrillers, among them Taking London, Taking Paris, Taking Berlin, the Killing series with Bill O’Reilly, Into Africa, and The Explorers. Recently, I read Martin’s excellent book, Taking London: Winston Churchill and the Fight to Save Civilization, a…

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Ep 254 - Pursuing Your Vision: Writing, Producing, and Raising Funds with William Mikita 17:50

4M ago17:50

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On this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, host Geoffrey D. Calhoun connects with writer and producer William Mikita, the creative force behind Chasing 3000—a heartfelt baseball drama that tapped big-name talent like Ray Liotta. William opens up about his life-altering shift from attorney to filmmaker, sparked by a deeply personal story and a …

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#02 - SUMMARIES | Jennifer Cooney: Radical Honesty, Exploring the Duality of the Human Experience, and Building a Collaborative Creative Team Rooted in Mutual Respect 13:45

4M ago13:45

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Hello, Hello! Welcome to SUMMARIES, Episode #2 Summaries takes some of our best long-form interviews (and even some unpublished ones) and condenses them to down to 10 (or so) minutes of pure listening pleasure. Summaries are hosted by our digital interns, Alex Ivey and Allison Inverness, and are designed to give you, our valued listeners, just the …

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