Fri, 27 October 2006 Do you need one? Of course. But when? And why? Just what DO they do? Comments[1] |
Wed, 4 October 2006 His book sold a million copies... but can we sell one TV show based on it? Months of hard work are put to the test as we start making the rounds to the networks. Comments[9] |
Thu, 24 August 2006 Moving your story to the next level... it ain't easy, but it has to be done. We've got a few thougths for you that might help, and, as always, a career update. Comments[13] |
Thu, 10 August 2006 Perseverance is the key... ...to getting through the door in Hollywood, despite the rejections. But getting in isn't the end: you still have to find inner strength to push ahead. We talk about some books and experiences with this struggle, and share our own tips. Comments[11] |
Wed, 7 June 2006 Talk is cheap... but getting people to listen means investing in your idea. You need to take your time, groom your message and learn to spend your words wisely. For TV, film or even a podcast, the pitch is crucial. Comments[23] |
Sat, 27 May 2006 Yes, it's "A Very Special Episode." No, Sam hasn't gone suicidal on us. But instead of talking Hollywood, we're asking for your help. We're plotting a new podcast with skits and song -- hell, it might even be funny. Comments[36] |
Fri, 19 May 2006 ...and Jim is Half Full We wish we were talking about a glass, not our uncertain job prospects. It's staffing season in Hollywood, and there's lots of jobs out there -- or not many at all. It all depends on how you look at it (and just what's in that glass you're drinking). Comments[11] |
Wed, 12 April 2006 Friday April 7th From a big studio meeting to our first gig on a panel of experts, it was one helluva ride... Comments[15] |
Wed, 29 March 2006 Is the whole idea a contradiction? Can you trust anyone out here, or is jaded cynicism all there is? Comments[6] |
Wed, 15 March 2006 It's showtime After all these years, we've finally got the whole package for the first time. We've written our scripts. We have our team in place. Staffing season is coming... Comments[5] |
Thu, 16 February 2006 Or are you just deluded? How can you tell? We risked it all to come to Hollywood -- but was that really a smart move? Is facing an American Idol style train wreck the only way to find out? Comments[7] |
Mon, 6 February 2006 Reality TV messed up our career ...but became a full-time gig for our friend Dan. So what's it like writing shows that "don't have writers?" And just how fascinating are those celebrities, anyway? Listen up, he'll tell you. Comments[8] |
Wed, 1 February 2006 The verdict is in... ...But what is it? And what have we been sentenced to? Comments[4] |
Mon, 23 January 2006 Is our pilot dead? Or will the ABC grant clemency? What do we write next? Where does our next paycheck come from? How will we clothe our children? What's for lunch? So many questions hang unresolved... Comments[9] |
Thu, 19 January 2006 ...TV people and TV plots, that is... A little news on the pilot front, then we address the class struggle on your TV set -- the one that isn't happening. Rich people are BORING! How about more TV characters people can actually relate to? Besides the Cylons? Comments[8] |
Fri, 6 January 2006 You'll never write alone At least, not once your script is sold. No script is too good to need notes. Lots and lots of notes... Comments[5] |
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