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081 – “Modern Family” Writer Andy Gordon
Andy Gordon has had a Rich career in Hollywood. His credits include Modern Family, The Big Bang Theory, Last Man Standing, Just Shoot Me, &...
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080 – February Webinar Q&A
On this week’s episode of the podcast, we tackle your screenwriting questions from the February Webinar, “Becoming a Professional Writer: 4 Things You Must Know.”...
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079 – Camera Operator/Healer – Missy Ozeas
Missy Ozeas is a camera operator and energy healer who helps creatives work through their blocks and find their inner peace. If you’re a creative...
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078 – WGA Writers’ Strike
The WGA Writers’ Strike and what it means for WGA Members, Pre-WGA Members, and the film industry. The WGA Writers’ agreement expires at midnight on...
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077 -Tacoma FD Actor/Director/Showrunner – Kevin Heffernan
This week’s guest on Screenwriters Need To Hear This is, Actor, Writer, and Showrunner Kevin Heffernan. Show Notes Kevin Heffernan on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/heffernanrules/ Kevin...
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076 – The Daily Show Correspondent Vance DeGeneres
Do you watch The Daily Show? If so, don’t miss this awesome podcast episode featuring Vance DeGeneres! Show Notes Vance on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vance_DeGeneres Vance’s Instagram:...
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075 – “Blades of Glory” Writer Dave Krinsky
Are you a big fan of “Blades of Glory”? If so, don’t miss out on this podcast episode featuring Dave Krinsky, “Blades of Glory” writer....
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074 – DreamWorks Animator Eric Fogel
Get another inside scoop of what it’s like to work in Hollywood as Michael Jamin sits down and talks with Eric Fogel, a DreamWorks animator....
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073 – Hamilton’s King George – Rick Negron
Tune in as Michael Jamin talks with his good friend, actor Rick Negron who plays King George in Hamilton. Discover what he has to say...
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072 – Silicon Valley Creator John Altschuler
Were you a fan of the TV show Silicon Valley? If so, make sure to watch this podcast episode featuring John Altschuler, one of the...
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071 – Mom Writer Chandra Thomas
Michael Jamin sits down with good friend Chandra Thomas who was also one of the writers for the TV show series Mom. Learn about her...
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070 – Kung Fu Panda Writer Jonathan Aibel
Michael Jamin sits down with one of his good friends (and former bosses) Jonathan Aibel who was a movie writer for Kung Fu Panda 1-3...
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069 – How Do I Sell the Rights to My Book?
Would you like to have a book you write turned into a movie or TV show? This week, Michael Jamin explores this topic on his...
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068 – Ask Me Anything About Screenwriting Part 2
Hollywood Screenwriter Michael Jamin sits down with Phil Hudson to discuss questions asked by fans and future screenwriters. Questions such as, “Is there plagiarism among...
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067 – Ask Me Anything About Screenwriting
Occasionally, I open up my social media to questions from aspiring writers. This week we’re tackling the questions you asked. Make sure you follow me...
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066 – Impressionist/Comedian Frank Caliendo
Impressionist and Comedian Frank Caliendo is this week’s guest on the podcast. Join Michael and Frank as they discuss Frank’s career and his advice for...
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065 – Friend’s Actress Maggie Wheeler
This week Friend’s Actress Maggie Wheeler is on the podcast discussing how she broke in, her career, and advice for aspiring actors. Show Notes Maggie...
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064 – Comedian Taylor Williamson
This week’s guest on Screenwriters Need To Hear This is Comedian Taylor Williamson. Show Notes Taylor’s Website: https://taylorwilliamson.com Taylor’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorcomedy/ Taylor on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2743976/...
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062 – How Do I Know When My Script Is Done?
How do I know when my script is done? Is there a definitive moment when you become aware that it is finished? In this episode...
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061 – Let’s Talk About Page 1 Of Your Script
Don’t save your best stuff for last; start it off in a way that will grab the reader’s attention and show that you’ve got something...
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060 – TV Writer/Producer Danny Zuker
Danny Zuker is a TV Writer and Producer known for Modern Family, Just Shoot Me, Off Centre, and Grace Under Fire. Story Notes Danny Zuker...
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059 – Dealing with Rejection
Rejection is a part of life. Many of us spend every waking moment finding a way to avoid rejection, failure, or negative feelings. As a...
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058 – Writer/Producer Bryan Behar
Bryan Behar is a writer/producer known for Wilfred, Glenn Martin D.D.S., and Last Man Standing. Join Michael Jamin and Bryan Behar in this deep conversation,...
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057 – Bob’s Burger’s Writer Greg Thompson
Greg Thompson is a writer-producer known for Bob’s Burgers, Glenn Martin D.D.S., and King of The Hill. Story Notes Greg Thompson on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0860188/ Greg...
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056 – TV Writer/Producer Jay Kogen
Jay is an Emmy-winning writer and producer known for shows like The Simpsons, Frasier, George Lopez, Malcolm In The Middle, and School of Rock. Show...
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055 – King of Queens Creator David Litt
David Litt is the Creator and Showrunner of the hit TV Series King of Queens. He’s written on shows like Aaahh!!! Real Monsters, Out of...
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054 – Indie Filmmaker Christina Beck
Award-winning, writer, director, actress Christina began her career acting in such cult films as Suburbia, Boys next door and Dudes. She was one of three...
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053 – Producer Jim Serpico
This week, Producer Jim Serpico joins the podcast. Jim’s career has included shows like Lie To Me, Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll, and...
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052 – Screenwriting Questions a Year In
It’s our 52nd episode, which marks one full year of Screenwriters Need to Hear This with Michael Jamin. In this episode, Phil Hudson gets to...
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051 – Q&A with Michael Jamin – Part 6
It’s time for another Q&A with Michael Jamin. In this episode, we answer questions from Michael’s social media followers and his online screenwriting course members....
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050 – Writer/Producer Dawn DeKeyser
This week we have Writer & Producer Dawn DeKeyser on the podcast. Dive into this episode for her rich story and beautiful advice for aspiring...
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049 – Writer/Producer Christy Stratton
This week, Michael Jamin interviews Writer/Producer Christy Stratton about her career in Hollywood. Christy Stratton has worked on shows like The Amanda Show, King of...
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048 – Writer/Director Rob Cohen
This week, we have our first Podcast guest, Writer/Director Rob Cohen. Rob has written and directed for shows like The Simpsons, Wonder Years, The Ben...
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047 – When Putting Your Work “Out There,” Where is “There?”
How should I put myself out there as a screenwriter in 2022? If you follow me on social media, you know I constantly give people...
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046 – Audition Etiquette for Actors
As a Showrunner, I’m involved in every decision made on the show, including who gets cast in what role. For actors, there’s a lot of...
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045 – The Paradox of Being Vulnerable
As a writer, you’re paid for being vulnerable. Your unique life experience is what makes your writing unique, but how you present that information is...
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044 – Day To Day, What It’s Like To Be A Professional TV Writer
For many aspiring screenwriters, the day-to-day job is often romanticized and fantasized. In this episode of Screenwriter’s Need To Hear This with Michael Jamin, we...
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043 – Should I Worry About People Stealing My Work?
Since I began engaging with aspiring screenwriters on social media, it became apparent that most of them are overly concerned with someone stealing their ideas....
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042 – How I Would Break Into Hollywood Today
I get asked all of the time how to break into Hollywood. The bad news is that there is no one size fits all answer...
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041 – Negotiating A TV Pilot Sale
Have you ever wondered what happens when you sell a TV Pilot? In this episode, Michael Jamin and Phil Hudson discuss the ins and outs...
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040 – Q&A with Michael Jamin – Part 5
Another Q&A Episode! We took your questions from social media, and we’re answering them. These were some good ones, so make sure you listen to...
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039 – Great Writing Exercise
Writing is active. You have to do it to get better at it. In this episode of the podcast, Michael Jamin and Phil Hudson discuss...
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038 – Great Writing Requires Two Things
Great writing requires two things. If you aren’t paying attention, you’ll easily drop one of them, and your writing will suffer. Pay attention if you...
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037 – An Open Letter To The Guy Who Watched My Live
Time and time again, I’m asked, “How do I break into Hollywood?” I’m here to tell you that there is no straight path, but right...
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036 – Where Ideas Come From
Have you ever struggled to develop a good idea for a screenplay? In this episode, we dive into idea creation and how to know if...
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035 – When Good Shows Go Bad
Sometimes good shows go bad. In this episode, we talk about why that happens and how you can prevent it in your scripts. Show Notes...
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034 – Writing Is Fractals
I’m often asked how to structure an entire season of a TV series or how to structure an Act and even a scene. Writing is...
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033 – Phil Gets Notes On A Script
In this special episode Phil Hudson, my co-host, get notes on a spec pilot he wrote. That’s not all; he’s also sharing his script prior...
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032 – Q&A with Michael Jamin – Part 4
Another round of Q&A with Michael Jamin. To get your questions answered, follow Michael on Instagram and leave your question on the Q&A Tile when...
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031 – Do TV Writers Have An Agenda?
I’ve heard time and time again that TV Writers and Hollywood have an agenda. In my 26 years of TV writing and showrunning experience, I...
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