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Interview with Television Writer Ezra W. Nachman (@whinefields)

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In this episode, Smish interviews Ezra W. Nachman (aka @whinefields), staff writer on NBC’s MANIFEST. They talk about Ezra’s journey to becoming a writer, from his parent’s aspirations for him to be a lawyer, to not being allowed to watch movies or TV as a child. Ezra discusses how his time at USC Film School led to his first job as a writer’s PA and ultimately placing in contests & fellowships. Smish & Ezra discuss the trajectory of his career, becoming a staff writer, and the effects the pandemic has had on a writer’s room.

Ezra breaks down the positions on a show, and best of all, shares his invaluable advice for successful networking!

Highlights:

(1:04) How Ezra began his journey in screenwriting

(6:45) THE SOPRANOS sparked a love for TV & film that he couldn’t ignore

(18:47) How to break into TV and the roles on a show

(31:55) Job of a Writer’s Assistant on LETHAL WEAPON

(48:48) Ezra’s tip to networking

(52:21) Becoming a staff writer on MANIFEST

(1:08:49) How has the writer’s room & production been affected by the pandemic?

Sponsored by ScriptUp
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Join the Discord Server
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You can find Ezra on the Discord server: @whinefields.

Get Exclusive Extras
VIP members get a bonus segment with Ezra. We learn the meaning behind @whinefields, his process to outlining a feature, and his career goal before he dies. Most importantly, Ezra shares his go to order at Canter’s Deli!

More about Ezra:
IMDB Page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2837457/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

To become a VIP on Patreon and get ad-free episodes 2 weeks before everyone else plus exclusive bonus audio content:
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Did you enjoy the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
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Follow us on Twitter @SCRNWritersNTWK !

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In this episode, Smish interviews Ezra W. Nachman (aka @whinefields), staff writer on NBC’s MANIFEST. They talk about Ezra’s journey to becoming a writer, from his parent’s aspirations for him to be a lawyer, to not being allowed to watch movies or TV as a child. Ezra discusses how his time at USC Film School led to his first job as a writer’s PA and ultimately placing in contests & fellowships. Smish & Ezra discuss the trajectory of his career, becoming a staff writer, and the effects the pandemic has had on a writer’s room.

Ezra breaks down the positions on a show, and best of all, shares his invaluable advice for successful networking!

Highlights:

(1:04) How Ezra began his journey in screenwriting

(6:45) THE SOPRANOS sparked a love for TV & film that he couldn’t ignore

(18:47) How to break into TV and the roles on a show

(31:55) Job of a Writer’s Assistant on LETHAL WEAPON

(48:48) Ezra’s tip to networking

(52:21) Becoming a staff writer on MANIFEST

(1:08:49) How has the writer’s room & production been affected by the pandemic?

Sponsored by ScriptUp
ScriptUp provides in depth coverage to help screenwriters improve their work!
Head to https://scriptupstudio.com and enter discount code TSN10 for 10% off today!

Join the Discord Server
Interact with over 6000 screenwriters around the world, including Ezra!
http://thescreenwritersnetwork.com/

You can find Ezra on the Discord server: @whinefields.

Get Exclusive Extras
VIP members get a bonus segment with Ezra. We learn the meaning behind @whinefields, his process to outlining a feature, and his career goal before he dies. Most importantly, Ezra shares his go to order at Canter’s Deli!

More about Ezra:
IMDB Page: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2837457/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

To become a VIP on Patreon and get ad-free episodes 2 weeks before everyone else plus exclusive bonus audio content:
http://www.patreon.com/screenwritersnetwork

Did you enjoy the podcast? Let us know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/screenwriters-network-podcast-screenwriting-podcast/id1488865880

Follow us on Twitter @SCRNWritersNTWK !

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